The greens were from a can and not seasoned and the macaroni and cheese was dry and very little season. The fish was OK.

I came here wanting to support a Black-owned business and left completely disappointed. We were craving soul food and chose this spot specifically because it was Black-owned -- we passed up other options for that reason. Worst decision we could've made. The service was absolutely horrible. I don't know who the young lady was working the front, but she had the worst attitude I've experienced in a long time -- and yes, she was even rude to my elderly grandmother. No hospitality, no manners, no effort. Just pure rudeness from the second we walked in. The food didn't even get a fair chance, because by the time we sat down, the bad taste in my mouth had nothing to do with what was on the plate. It's sad to say, but this is exactly the kind of experience that gives Black-owned businesses a bad name. We want to support our own -- but not at the expense of basic customer service and respect. If this is your first time trying soul food, PLEASE go somewhere else. I wouldn't recommend this place to my worst enemy. read more

since I stopped cooking for the holidays, particularly christmas and thanksgiving, I am so glad I am still able to find some chicken and dressing in a small portion and it is the best that I have ever tasted. I also love the green beans and macroni and cheese...small portions is all that I need now. the peach cobbler is to die for...not too sweet and just right. customer service is excellent...and it is so hard to find good customer service in this day and time. keep up the good work and please don't leave us (little rock, ar) read more

I write this review very disheartened because my own can be quite trifling and disappointing! Starters; you can not have bad service and poor quality food! The server in the drive-thru window had the worst attitude with a bonnet on. Poor presentation for a food establishment. Moreover, It took 20 minutes to get service with one car in front of me then she took my order with no eye contact or verification of order taken and poor verbal skills. The order was incorrect, overcharged, and poorly presented enough not to eat it. Never again!!! Sooo disheartened:( read more

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They have great homefood! Do not leave without peach cobbler! They have wonerful seasoned veggies! Their Fried Chicken is "Slap your Momma Good". Don't slap your Mom! My Mom slaps back". LOL read more

Today dec 27th was my 1st time visiting this establishment. The staff was wo wonderful. They gave me a sample of the ribs, so tender the meat fell off the bone! I ordered greens. Ribs and catfish. The rolls were handmade and delicious too. I told them I had an awful experience with another rib place. I didnt mention the name, however in this review I will. It was sims o. Broadway. I was so g time customer of sims. I hot deathly I'll off their ribs on dec 23rd. Spoke with the owner to get an adjustment or some compensation after being dick for 2 days He said too bad. He wssnt compensating me. I left the ribs there and left. His own cousin doesn't eat there! Thst should tell you something. If it wasnt for sims awful behavior I never would have found kitchen express. I give kitchen express a 10 star rating! Sims can go to hell read more

TRIED THREE TIMES PROBLEM EACH TIME AND THEN LAST TIME THEY FORGOT SOME OF MY ORDER AND INSTEAD OF HER GIVING ME MY MONEY BACK SHE INSISTED TO GIVE THE THE NASTY UNSEASONED TOUGH TURKEY LEG, couldn't wait to tTy dressing so disappointed peach cobbler ok juice leaked all over the bag and other item both times they had to see this when bagging just messy who mess up cabbage? cornbread dry attitudes need to be checked hood set up but not well executed $75 lessoned learned cook at home read more

Best Soul food spot in Little Rock. From the smothered pork chops, the smothered chicken, to the greens, Mac and Cheese, pinto beans, white beans and the star of the show, the fantastic Peach Cobbler. You can't go wrong eating at Kitchen Express read more

Im from Georgia. Best tasting homestyle soul food and i travel all over country nonstop. Black people cooking so you know it's worth it. All the essentials but wish they had more. Spent most of my money here read more

If your not paying attention you will totally over look this hidden gem. Only the drive thru was open, and if it wasn't for the long line I would have driven right past the place. I had the fried chicken, with macaroni and cheese, and dressing with gravy. The chicken was perfectly fried and very juicy, the Mac needed a little seasoning but still a nice consistency of cheeses, the dressing was moist and flavorful. My girlfriend had the catfish dinner, it was fresh and not fishy. For her sides she had the candied yams, and broccoli casserole, which both were delicious as well. I will most definitely be returning. read more

Top notch! Great visit. The portion size is ample. Service is friendly. Plenty on the menu to overwhelm you with options. I got the "so tender they practically fall off the bone ribs". Delicious! Talked to the owner, and other patrons. Convinced I need to go back to try so much more. Apparently on Sundays the line goes down the block. read more

The food use to be really good....it's just so-so now. The cost is to high for the portions they give out.

Amazing soul food made fresh every day at the restaurant. I've lived in Little Rock for three years and this is the best soul food I've had by a long shot. Their fried catfish is juicy and perfectly battered, the fried chicken is tender and has awesome flavor, greens are a delicious side, Mac and Cheese is worth getting. Wait staff is nice and efficient- won't be waiting long in line. On Sundays they have a small band play music inside, always talented musicians. Also a friendly environment, eaters and servers alike. read more

I must say that things seem to improve at this local restaurant since the last time I came here. The food taste much better than before and the employees are friendly as always. The owner even came out to spoke and see if everything okay. I will be returning here and will once again recommend people to come here to eat some of the best soul food in town!! read more

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Great service and generous food portions. The staff is very friendly and the food is delicious. The fried chicken, mac and cheese, greens, and cornbread were a hit. We'll definitely continue to eat here read more

Kitchen express on Easter Sunday was the highlight of my day, I haven't eaten there in many months but the dinner I had on easter had me sing while I was eating so I give it a five star rating. read more

Smothered porkchops were very good. Nice hospitality workers. From Texas and will go again. read more

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New to the city was told this place had good food. Came in with my husband on a Monday evening 620ish ordered a ring plate as well as a fish place . The cook was so busy talking to the staff and the music was loud with vulgar language and even though she said they were preparing to close they still served us. So we were very gracious. As we told her what our sides were and went to fill out drinks at the drink station. My husband came back paid her. Left a nice trip so that she wouldn't have to mess up her cash register. We left went to out hotel. Sat down and open out take out plates she didn't put his ribs on. So we called no answer left a message on the machine. No call back. Called later the next day. The lady" Shay" stated it was nothing she could do because her doors didn't close until 7. We just really wished that she'd of been a little more hospitable and friendlier. Won't be a stop through Little Rock again. Customer service in today's food service business is almost deminishing. Owners your company's image and experience is EVERYTHING!!!! - unhappy foody read more

Best. Soul. Food. Eva. Smoked turkey legs, fried chicken, smothered fried pork chops, greens, yams--it's what you remember eating when you were a kid if you're from around here. Do NOT pass up that yeast roll @ the end of the line. You may not like banana pudding or peach cobbler--order them anyway. You will wanna slap your Grandma for failing you. The atmosphere's not great, but its good enough. It's cafeteria style. The owners/managers are really pleasant & good community members. Secretary of State to-be Clinton stopped in the last time I remember her being in town for an event. read more

Visited family in Little Rock for Thanksgiving...they'd ordered a smoked turkey from Kitchen Express. I've never been to their location nor have I seen the menu or tried anything else, but the smoked turkey was delicious. It was moist and had just the right amount of smoke...not to mention it was a pretty bird...a chestnut brown color. Sorry I'm cheating a little since I've never physically been but that turkey was delish! read more

Down home cooking. The fried catfish is to die for. Plentiful helpings. Good eats.

We stopped at the recommendation of Ranger Randy from the National Park Service at Little Rock Central High School National Park. The food was delicious. I had the chicken fried steak. Very tender. My husband had the fried chicken and fried smashed potatoes. If you are in area check this restaurant out. Small, but homey. read more

Best fried chicken in little rock. Gus' not even close. Everything is good. Not open late

Great food and large servings. I had backed chicken, mashed potatoes, and tea. I had enough food leftover for lunch so I ate the rest for dinner. Place was clean, the people were really nice, as well as clean restroom (well stocked)! I will return on my next visit to Little Rock! read more

Me and my brother came into the establishment and made this purchase. We were trying to eat our dinner when a woman with short red hair ask us " how long are you going to be"? She rushed us to eat our dinner and was constantly starring at us. No good customer service on Sunday. Then to top it off brioana the manger didn't really care for complaint About the poor service. I recommend people go elsewhere because even the mangers don't care about the customers. Even if I am only one person read more

Breakfast here is so good. Great customer service, too. I will definitely be back. It helps that they are located close to a bus stop, for those of us who use public transportation. read more

Picked up a "to go" vegetables plate (great northern beans, greens & candied yams) plus banana pudding today, and I must say,... it was the worst tasting food I've ever tried to eat! I emphasize "tried to eat" because after one bit of each vegetable, I threw it in the garbage, which is exactly when it belong! Save your money and avoid this place,...I know I will. Freddie Craig Little Rock, AR. read more

The food is not what gets 3 stars. The food gets 5. It's the customer service that gets three. The first time I came here, the staff was friendly, but in my most recent visits, the staff was very attitudinal. Other than that, I love this place. read more

This place has the worst customer service ever! They are rude and they don't greet you at all when you walk in the doors, just ridiculous! The food is great, but we will not continue to spend our hard earned money at a place that does not value good customer. We've been here multiple times and nothing is ever different. Today, we went in an hour and 15 minutes before closing and there was nearly no food left and they let us know that they would not be refilling anything. read more

Had their apple pie at a family reunion this weekend, and it was horrible, the spices burned my mouth and throat. I looked around and at every table and no one ate it. Do not buy Apple Pie from them, it was disgusting.......Yuck read more

The world worst apple pie ever taste. Use there catering service for apple pie for family reunion june 17, 2016. Pie had too much cinnamon and spice. Burn my family mouth and throat. Call manager to be accommodated for pies and they only wanted to give $30.00 gift card for $128.00 worth of pies. BEWARE OF CATERING SERVICE..The manager or owern told me that I should have raked the food off my family plate and brought it back and I could have gotten more refund but that is unsanitary. I had one pie that my son had kept and I return it and got another $30.00 dollar gift card. I want cash, I paid cash, I want cash. Who want to eat at a place that put food that is brough back on the counter. read more

Several weeks ago I was double charged a meal, I didn't notice it until I got home! I immediately called the restaurant and talked to the manager on duty her name was Brianna. She told me I could come back and get a refund that day or come back at a later date and receive a "free meal!" Coming back that day was not an option, so I chose to come back @ a later date to receive the meal that wasn't at all free if I've already paid for it previously!!! She asked me my name & I pleaded with her to write it down, her exact words were "I'll remember you." I asked her if "Jackie" (one of the owners) could handle it & she told me " just ask for Brianna!" Fast forward about four weeks which was the next time I was remotely close to Kitchen Express I asked Jackie for Brianna & explain to her my situation. Of course Jackie didn't have a clue, & Brianna, just like clock work said "I don't remember anything like that because you said yourself it's been several weeks!" I said you don't remember me begging you to write my name down and asking you if Jackie can handle it! She said "no and it ain't nothing I can do" in front of Jackie. Since the original owner died the customer service is absolutely horrible and the food went from good to sometimes ok. If you are in the LR are and want authentic soul food thats not from a can please patronize Davids Family Kitchen or Ce Ce's Chicken & Waffles & more! You will be satisfied! #imafoodee read more

I went for breakfast. The decor is all over the place. I have been here before but has been several years. Karate trophies on the sneeze guards, a picture of a tractor, and a industrial size fan is not my idea of a great idea of decorations and how a restaurant should look. I decided to eat inside. Bad idea. They had it cold with the ceiling fans on high. My food got cold within seconds of sitting down. The servers didn't smile and looked like they are just trying to make it through the day. This is not all you can eat buffet. It's cafeteria style. The food was well placed in the buffet. The food was pretty good besides it getting cold quickly. I ate eggs with cheese, potatoes, bacon and a biscuit. The eggs and bacon were good. The potatoes lacked flavor and the biscuits lacked that homemade taste. Tastes like it came out of a box. I waited a while to come back because the last time I bought lunch. And the mac and cheese had sour cream that was so tangy it took from the flavor of the dish. The food was a little over priced. I felt like I paid a dollar more than anything should have. I graded it a 3 star just because the food was decent. This place is best for take out. The building looks nice on the outside. The ambiance on the inside is not nasty, but lacks that family feel. Doesn't feel inviting at all. It will be a while if I ever there eat here again. There are many other places that deliver on the food and decor where I don't mind paying that extra dollar for. read more

The food was good. But the girl on front counter was not. They need too put her in the kitchen washing pots and pans she forgot to give us one of our dessert didn't even ask us if we wanted anything to drink then forgot to give us our cornbread and all because she was too busy on her cell phone and flirting with men . Been going there off and on for 15 yrs. They have lost my busy for good. She wasnt very friendly and had red in her hair. read more

Please be aware this restaurant is not what they advertise. I recently went and ordered 4 meals to go after getting back to the hospital to share the meals with my family i discovered the food they severed us not fit to eat. We ordered 2 pork chop dinners & 2 chicken dinners. All the dinners had greens & blackeye peas. The were can greens with no meat or season and the peas was hard like were never fully cooked and unseasoned as well My cousin and i returned the food only to given a very bad time about returning it. Mind you i just spent 52 dollars and some change. We then asked to speak with the manager and the common worker (server/clerk) starts going threw threw the returned food making many excuses trying not to refund my money. At the end of the day i was only refunded $14.45 on a gift card crazy i know. I paid with my atm card. What on God's green earth am i going to do with a gift card there when i live in California. Again crazy i know. So i gave it to a complete stranger. Be warned and ware it's all about money with this restaurant not the customer. I later learned from another cousin of that every since the original owner (Mr. Cedrick) died the business it self has been going down hill every since. (Beware) read more