Nana's Kitchen is that spot. The food and the service were so good I literally downloaded the Yelp…read moreapp just to leave a review--and that should tell you everything. From the first bite, it was clear this wasn't just cooked food, it was made with intention. Hot, fresh, flavorful, and straight from the soul. Let's just say Tabitha Brown wasn't lying--everything is good. No exaggeration. This is comfort food done right. No shortcuts, no bland plates, just real flavor and care in every bite. Very delicious and absolutely worth the hype. Tips: Parking can be limited and the wait can be long, so come prepared. Stay cool, stay hydrated, and definitely use the restroom before you arrive. Trust me--you'll want to focus on the food once you get it.

I don't write reviews, normally I would just move on, but this was pretty unethical so I just…read morewanted to let people know. I placed an online order with Nana's kitchen. (the only way you're able to place an order) I went to pick it up at the time that was given on the app, my credit card was charged immediately. When I went to pick up my order, they were closed. The Sign with the hours of operation were posted and stated they should have been open. I went back to my car and called the phone number on the app, which was a recording. I left a message with my phone number for them to call me. The next day I received a text that said my money was refunded which it was, everything but the tip I had left. I never received a call from them, no acknowledgment at all as to why they were closed and why they kept the tip. I am in the F&B business and no, they could have refunded the total amount that was charged to my card, but they decided to keep the tip. Pretty disappointing and unethical. Edit: I appreciate the response from Nana's kitchen, but it was not just a "bank processing delay" I left my phone number on the recording and asked for a call back, which I never got, had that happened I would not have had to leave review. Communication goes a long way.

Desert Island is absolutely delicious! Since this is my first time trying authentic Jamaican food,…read moreI knew it was going to be spicy. I didn't expect how succulent everything tasted. I had the Tri-Plate Chicken ($25). It consisted of green curry, Caribbean BBQ, and Jerk. The spice is a gentle warmth that pervades the upper body. The cabbage with rice and beans were perfectly cooked. The restaurant itself is bright and naturally lit during the daytime. There are plenty of knick-knacks and wall art to satisfy your curiosity while the main guy cooks an unbelievable lunch. This is a family owned and operated restaurant. The son is funny and quick to lend a helping hand. Everything is served in to-go trays, which is a nice touch considering the portion sizes. Don't forget to tip!!!

Hubby was craving oxtails, mac and cheese, and cabbage, so we decided to try a new spot on 43rd and…read moreBell Rd called Desert Island eatery. Unfortunately, the experience was disappointing from start to finish. The food took about 30 minutes to come out, which would have been fine if the quality matched the wait, but it didn't. Overall, I'd rate the food a 2/10. The oxtails had little to no flavor, which was the biggest letdown. Honestly, the best part of that dish was the potatoes. Gravy was watery and greasy. The cabbage was actually good and had decent flavor, but the VEGAN mac and cheese was completely tasteless and lacked seasoning. We really wanted to like this place, but based on this experience, we won't be returning.

Food was great, our server Neil was awesome! Music was great too! Would come again and close to the…read morebaseball and basketball stadium

Delicious food - crispy chicken, flavorful green beans and collards. Great service by Kat.read more

I worked across the street in the 90s. People in our office would go and report back…read more If they liked you, the food was great. If you were white, they probably didn't like you. Those people got unseasoned, undercooked food. No salt at the table and their waiter would be so rude and aggressive, you were afraid to ask for some. (Clearly intentional.) After a while, friends from the office would go just to report back so we'd all have a laugh about it. Tragic history. Crazy experience. Welcome to Phoenix. At least you have a story to tell.

Not sure what can be said that hasn't been already. I can't claim to be a soul food expert, but I…read moredo know a great tasting meal when I have one. Popped in before a Suns game, an easy walk past Chase Field. It was good to get away from the usual pregame options. The place was clean and inviting, and had a little bit of a "back in time" feel without being dated. Quickly and pleasantly welcomed and seated. Then came the hard part, making choices. We had fried chicken and fried catfish, with sides of Mac and Cheese, macaroni salad (yep, Mac two ways), greens and mashed potatoes with gravy. All were great, obviously home made from longstanding recipes. Especially into the greens, which were bursting with flavor. The catfish was delish, and my wife called the fried chicken the best she ever had. Saved room for peach cobbler, which was served smoking hot. The perfect sweet end to the savory meal. Next time I'm all in on pork chops, which looked amazing. And we will come on a Sunday, the only day dressing is available as a side option. If you're looking for a meal that feels like a friend had you over for supper, go here! Thanks Mrs. White's family!

This food trash 30 bucks for 1 plate and it wasn't even a full plate of food the only good thing…read moreabout this place is it

The catfish is amazing. The address on Yelp is wrong though...they are in the food court at Phoenix…read moreMarket at 6719 W Thomas. Well worth the trip.

Love Bobby Q's! Love their cornbread!…read more Love the Pineapple Passion! Love the Hogs Heaven! Love the BBQ Rotisserie chicken! Love HARRISON the server!! His service is wonderful every single time ! He's one of the reasons I go back!

This was the first time I've eaten inside this restaurant although I've had takeout here before…read more I gave it a four star review because it is not the best BBQ I've ever had as it advertises itself to be but Bobby Q is a very, very good food experience. I really enjoyed the St Louis ribs. They are sweet, moist, delicious, fall off the bone tender and is just what the doctor ordered. My daughter and wife have tried the baby back, brisket, pulled pork, etc - which I've tasted and it is all great. Their sides are decent too. The server was well trained and personable, the interior was inviting and although crowded the place wasn't super loud and the country music was at a good level for us. Prices are reasonable and I gladly will eat here again.

This place is awesome. The food was hot and delicious and the service was excellent thanks to Jimmy…read moreand Amy! We will definitely be back.

When you know what you like... you stick with it Gus's…read moreWorld Famous Fried Chicken is my go-to for crispy, flavorful fried chicken that always hits. My usual order: 3-piece chicken tender plate Mac & cheese + another side And every now and then... I'll switch it up with some catfish or a wing Service is always great, and don't forget, bring back your plastic Gus cup for a discount on your next drink!

All of the staff were friendly and greeted us upon entering, ordering and leaving, that was nice…read more The place was plenty busy around 4pm on a Wednesday. Everything seemed clean. We ordered chicken sandwiches which were crispy and a little spicy, juicy and tender and no hint of processing. We also tried the mac n cheese, French fries, potato salad (on the sweeter side) and the coleslaw. We enjoyed everything and would definitely return.

Freshly fried chicken that's really good--very juicy and flavorful. It's a bit on the saltier side,…read morebut perfect for my taste. The collard greens were decent, just average. The brewed sweet iced tea was good as well. The service was welcoming and quick. the place is spacious and organized, kind of like a diner but serving fried chicken. I also love the music they play.

Had high hopes after reading the great comments in the AZ Republic…read more Ordered 2 pieces of chicken. The sides we decided on were potato salad and the candied yams. Had biscuits instead of corn bread The chicken was over cooked and the wing and drumstick was rather lean Potato salad was so salty it was inedible. The biscuits were very dense, not at all light or flakey The upside were the candied yams. They were good The server was excellent. The food let her down.

CC's is not easy to see from the street because it is in a courtyard between 2 office buildings and…read morea parking garage. The location is accurate and your best parking option is the garage for 2800 N Central. It is a pay lot but CC's will validate your parking receipt. CC's is a soul food type of restaurant with indoor and outdoor seating. I visited for lunch about 3 weeks ago. I read the fried chicken is popular so I ordered the 4 piece version with sides of rice and gravy along with some maque choux and a biscuit for $21. The food arrived about 15 minutes later on a big plate. The chicken pieces had a dark brown crust and were quite good tasting. Not too crusty and with hot and flavorful meat on the bone. The rice and light brown gravy were good and the maque choux looked different from the South Louisiana variety but I still enjoyed it. It had corn, tomatoes, onions and bell peppers in it. I'll bet few locals have ever heard of it! The tablevservice was good too. This was a lot of food and I didn't finish it all but it was all good tasting and very close to real southern style cooking. I would be happy to return.

What a lovely treat! Cracker Barrel's Garden Scramble with spinach and cremini mushrooms was bright…read moreand refreshing. For a healthy option, we chose the egg whites and the multigrain toast without butter. The toast with blueberry preserves was delicious. Kudos to Lilly! She deserves her four stars and more! the hash brown casserole was undercooked and she brought us a perfectly prepared batch. Lilly was sunshine and flowers. Her bubbly personality made our dining experience. She made a joke about her nickname Silly Lilly, but in truth, she is Lovely Lilly. We spoke to the manager about how she made our meal special! Keep up the good work.

My wife and I came here for breakfast, we've been here plenty of times and this place satisfies any…read morecraving for great southern food cooking. We ordered the strawberry pancakes, country fried chicken, extra side of pancakes, extra side of eggs and sausage. Service was great, our waitress was a pro, very fast to serve our food and made sure we got any drink refills promptly. This is a very family friendly restaurant, bring the kids out or just come and enjoy comfort food here, you'll love it. Very country themed interior, old fashioned look but nice. Prices are extremely reasonable and portions are generous. We never had a bad experience here. It's like eating at a good friend's house. Check out their daily specials. Tuesday's are pork chop specials, yummy !!