My first rating would probably be a 3.5 closing in on 4. I will review with future visits. Newly…read moreopening southern/soul food. Owner/cook Babae is also a nearby pastor. She expanded from cooking for her churchfellows. Spacious room, 20+ tables, clean. Serve perch, mullet, catfish as well as bbq'd meats. Baked beans are a star--richly maple-sweet and meaty. Lima beans made with pig tail bones and flavorful but perhaps too salty. Baked mac & cheese was great/cheesy, but I'm a creamier/not baked fan. Unique peach cobbler with a light cake and peaches on the bottom. Delicious change. Anxious to try the grits & fish breakfast. I have no doubt Mz Babae will have a following with her southern/soul food. PROS--friendly staff, (Danica-attentive server) sat quickly, nice flavors, great prices, fair portions, served piping hot, owner visited table, real silverware & plates, great menu options including burgers and sandwiches, hot dogs, serve breakfast, lunch & supper CONS-unpleasant odor upon entering, water tastes like well water, didn't enjoy pig tail bones in the meaty lima beans and the (delicious) baked beans, Pepsi products.

This is a new soul food/Barbeque restaurant in South Lakeland. The catfish was good, hush puppies…read morewere tasty, the greens are great and the baked beans are excellent! The staff are very friendly. The kitchen is a little slow getting the food out, but i believe that will improve once the kinks are worked out before the actual Grand Opening. Overall, I would recommend it. I will review again when I go for breakfast and/or lunch

Great soul food. I've tried several items off of their menu and every thing tastes like my grandma…read morecooked it herself. lol Definitely worth stopping by for a plate or two.

I visited this spot on Easter and overall I had a really great experience. Yes, the wait was long,…read morebut honestly I expected that because of the holiday. If anything, I took it as a good sign. I noticed people weren't leaving or giving up on the line, they were staying and waiting, and to me that says the food must be good. Now let's get into the food... because this is where they really shine. I've had a lot of soul food around Atlanta, and I can honestly say flavor can be hit or miss depending on the place. But whoever is in that kitchen here, they are doing their thing. Everything tasted very homemade, like real deal, cooked with love type of food. The cornbread gave very much old school, just right. The peach cobbler? Absolutely outstanding. It's actually rare to find a restaurant peach cobbler that truly tastes homemade, and this one definitely did. That alone would make me come back. We ordered the beef meatloaf, mac and cheese, collard greens, lima beans, and dressing. The dressing was especially good, again very homemade and full of flavor. The only small thing I would mention is there wasn't any gravy on the dressing, and I would've loved that. The meatloaf was good, but could've used a bit more sauce since it was just a pinch overcooked. Outside of that, everything was really good. The food was flavorful, the portions were solid, and the prices were very affordable. Overall, I'd definitely rate this place highly. I truly enjoyed it and will be coming back. I'll also be recommending it to my family and friends for sure.

Great service! My hostess was warm, welcoming and quick…read more Shrimp & grits- I highly recommend- creamy and well seasoned. Beautiful presentation with the edible flower. I will be back as the menu is packed with many great favorites.

I wanted to try a new spot and this restaurant was in the area. I placed an order via the website…read moreand had a bit of a wait time. The food was in a breathable container which I loved! Now it took me a minute to pick it up (as my food was ready before the estimated pick up time), but upon arrival everyone was busy. There were other people waiting so I stood patiently until I was helped. When i got my food it needed warming, but looked delicious. There was plenty of meet on my Philly but I wish I had more cheese and more flavor. Good value for the price but to me it needed something! I do plan to try the again just to see if it was a bad day!

You should never have to go back and forth with someone about how you want your food prepared…read more Sarah's Country Cooking is delicious -- so this comment is not about the food, the taste, or the presentation. This is strictly about the customer service I received from Shay, the short older lady serving the line. I asked for my pork chop to be cooked fresh when I placed my order. I did not want the pork chops that were already sitting there. Instead of honoring that request, she served me the same pork chops I specifically said I didn't want -- and then wanted to debate with me about when they were cooked. Ma'am... why are we debating? I asked for my pork chops to be dropped upon request. This wasn't unreasonable -- I've asked for it before with no issue. Customer service matters just as much as the food.

I was here on May 5th, shooting a show. We needed up staying for lunch as well. The crew were…read moreextremely friendly & really gave that "Southern Hospitality" feel you expect in the south. I had the 2pc fried chicken combo with Mac & cheese & yams. Food was really good! Nothing over or under seasoned or too sweet or not sweet enough. Good southern cooking! Go check them out!

Not worth the price paid. Ribs tasted as if boiled then baked, not impressive. BBQ sauce tasted…read morelike standard bottle sauce. Cornbread tasted like pumpkin bread . The cabbage were good and the Mac n cheese were also. Still think it was quite overpriced.

Unprofessional staff spent more time arguing and being rude rather than getting the order right or…read moremaking sure the food was hot. Had to re-order after receiving the wrong thing. Then the chicken I had was completely cold. The oxtails were okay though. Unfortunately, the customer service is so horrid that our family won't be giving this another chance. Apparently our neighbors have also had similar experiences, which seems shocking for such a new business. They just don't have a grasp on customer service or why it's so important. Okay food and great customer service can survive tough times. Okay food and poor customer service, on the other hand? Well... time will tell. This community has so many amazing local spots run by kind, professional people. Unfortunately, I don't think they will be adding to that list. Hoping someone gives them an attitude check so they can have a chance at staying open. Wishing them the best. Just hope future customers don't have to experience that same kind of outrageous, unacceptable customer service. Good luck!

Stopped in just before closing on Friday. Everything on the menu made me excited. The smell was…read moreamazing and customer service was the best. I ordered Oxtails, collards and yams. Everything was Seasoned well and portions were good! Will be back to try the Mac! #seeyasoon

The Kim and Kim sisters just keep getting better...today I had the rice, Lima beans, cole slaw, two…read moreHawaiian rolls, and the Tilapia... it was simply delicious to the last bite...this has become my favorite place to eat in the Ellenwood area...thank you for the fabulous and friendly service...

It is a small takeout spot that has great food made to order. It is the place for American staples…read moredone right. I had a turkey burger and fries with a twist drink (half mango lemonade/half pineapple tea). It was all delicious. They have soul food options as well as freshly pressed juices. It has options for both vegans and carnivores. It is worth the try.

This business moved from the location listed on the building. I didn't find out until I arrived to…read morepick up my meals. I guess this restaurant was just going to keep my money, because they didn't automatically refund me because they were no longer at the address listed on the building or on Yelp. I had to contact GrubHub for my money. I wasted time and gas

Everything in this restaurant good af! From the sides to the mains everything bussin bussin!read more

Wheewww chile!!!! These ribs are tender, moist and tasty!!! With no sauce they are sooo good!!!!…read more The yams..... hella good.... (I'm from Oakland)... And those greens are delish, I don't usually eat greens but these I'd eat often... The macaroni and cheese is hella good too... they didn't necessarily need to use these Conchiglie pasta shells but it's still good.... I'm in heaven!!!