We were craving for some soul food. So we had to come to Soul in the wall…read more Ms. Taja provided great customer service and recommendations. We got the following Honey-Cajun catfish and fried pork chops With fresh collards and fried okra I Stopped by a couple years ago and it was amazing and nothing changed. Most definitely will be back again when in town

The food is decent. The wait is horrific. I have called items in several times and still waited for…read moreover 45/50 minutes because it was not ready. I've missed my lunch hour and so did my colleagues, several times. Something as simple as calling in an order and picking it up is non existent. They can also do a better job in cleaning their restrooms. They are filthy. I am not an interior decorator, but clearly they don't re-invest in their restaurant with updates etc. Everything is very old and outdated. They need to close down for a few weeks and re-model. It really is a hole in the wall. The food isn't that great for us to return. We have given them plenty of opportunities. Find someone else to patronize.

No complaints, I ordered this through GrubHub. Nothing…read morespecial about the fried gizzards they were just fried gizzards. The macaroni and cheese was busting! It was so good. The mashed potatoes were seasoned very well and you could tell they were homemade ,one thing they were missing was gravy.

It's been forever since I've had some good fried whiting fish. This was a hidden gem! My sides for…read morelunch were mixed greens and sweet corn. I devoured my entire plate. Seriously amazing local spot for soul food! I was so excited I forgot to take a picture of my food. So good!

Food and service was amazing. You have to go check this place out. We drove were on our way from…read moreAtlanta and was told about this place IT DID NOT DISAPPOINT. WE LIVE IN VA. LOL

I had the shrimp dinner with Mac and cheese and a side of white rice and gravy. I'm not sure if it…read morewas just a bad day for lil Momma's, but the rice and shrimp were salty! So salty that I immediately had to chase it down with a bottle of cold water. The consistency of the Mac was good and seasoned just right. Service was great. They gave plenty of ketchup and hot sauce for our crew and plastic utensils. I'm chucking up the deuces on this one.

Yes! Yes! Yes! Mama J's has ruined me for anything else right now. I was eating and humming and…read morelegs were dancing throughout my meal. SO, SO GOOD! Okay so, I love fish, but if I run up on a bone, I am done. This catfish was crispy, flaky, boneless and downright delicious. The collards, Mac & cheese and sweet potato.....excellent. My husband had to personally thank the cookI I will travel to eat at Mama J's.

7 out of 5 stars. Yes, I said 7…read more So I went to Mama J's after scoping it out on Yelp, and let me tell you something: Richmond, we may have a problem. I have found the food. I initially walked into the market next door, which is actually great because there aren't a lot of grocery stores nearby. Then I headed over to Mama J's on a Monday afternoon. The place was teeming with associates doing all kinds of things, which I actually loved. I was seated quickly and started looking around. It was comfortable and familiar, even though it was my first time there. Then my server greeted me, called me "baby," and suddenly I felt like I had walked into my auntie's house. Okay. We were off to a good start. I ordered an Arnold Palmer and some catfish nuggets. Now, I knew I was in the right place when my server brought me TWO glasses of the most perfectly made Arnold Palmer. Two. Glasses. Start the happy dance. While I waited for my food, I looked around at the old photographs and magazine covers featuring Mama J's. It all made sense. The restaurant felt familiar because it felt like somebody's dining room. A place that has history. A place where people have been eating, talking, laughing and coming back for years. Then my catfish nuggets arrived. HOT. Golden. Crispy. When I tell you I did a happy dance... I ate those catfish nuggets with a knife and fork, humming to myself and saying, "This is the best catfish I have eaten in my life." And mind you, I eat out at least twice a week. So I ordered the crab cake sandwich with a side of macaroni and cheese. We were not particularly focused on vegetables because my server could not promise me the collards and cabbage weren't cooked with chicken broth. It's fine. I didn't really want my vegetables anyway. Then my plate arrived. HOT. I ate that macaroni and cheese and literally had to rock, hum and say to myself, "Woo. This food is good." The crab cake sandwich and fries were so good that I immediately knew some of them were coming home with me for lunch tomorrow. Because I may love food, but I also believe in planning ahead. Now let's talk about this crab cake. First, the brioche bun was EXACTLY the right bread. I am not a sliced-white-bread kind of woman. I need a brioche bun sturdy enough for the remoulade to hold onto. And then there was the crab cake. Enunciate that K. Fresh crabmeat. Maryland could NEVER. I know, I know. Maryland swears they have the best crab cakes. No ma'am. No sir. The best crab cake is sitting on Clay Street, about a mile from the James River, in Jackson Ward, the Harlem of the South. And the fries? HOT. You know that perfect fry: crispy on the outside, soft in the center? Yeah. Those. At this point, I was full and getting sleepy at 4 o'clock in the afternoon. But apparently that wasn't enough because I ordered some potato salad to go so I could top off tomorrow's lunch. Because priorities. I left Mama J's full as a tick. Came home. And promptly took a several-hour nap. That is how good this meal was. Mama J's, you have officially set the bar. 7 out of 5 stars. I am going back. And, quite frankly, they are going to get sick of seeing me. Richmond, if you haven't been to Mama J's, what are you waiting for?

Coopers Restaurant provided an exceptional experience for our family's repass for 50+ guests on a…read moreFriday at noon. Initially, I resisted choosing Coopers due to its lack of aesthetic decor and worries about how it would compare to pricier local venues requiring steep deposits. However, turning to Coopers turned out to be the best decision we could have made for a celebration of life repass. The staff accommodated our diverse group seamlessly. Cheri and the servers delivered next-level service, expertly managing a large crowd and handling every drink order with absolute grace. They seated family and friends up on a riser while thoughtfully arranging floor seating for our mature guests in their 80s using walkers and wheelchairs. While the venue's interior is basic, the food was the true highlight for everyone from ages 1 to 100. The Meats: The fried chicken was seasoned to perfection, and the baked chicken was fall-off-the-bone tender. The smothered pork chops with onions were so tender they could be cut with a fork, and the hot wings were a massive hit that disappeared quickly. The peel-and-eat shrimp was well-seasoned, and the shrimp fried rice--though a unique spin with plenty of shrimp and vegetables--was just average. The only real miss was the fried fish (Tilapia or Whiting), which had a fishy smell that could be resolved by washing it after defrosting. Pig feet looked tender and well seasoned I was told. The Sides: The candied yams were the undisputed star of the side dishes with just the right amount of sugar and syrup. The mashed potatoes tasted genuinely homemade, and the cabbage was a hit for most with a nice flavor profile. The collard greens, green beans, and macaroni and cheese drew mixed reviews, leaning middle-of-the-road, while the salad bar and cold salads like potato and macaroni salad were solid additions. Vegan/Vegatrian - Salad bar (Please ask question on the other sides) Collard Greens and String Beans may have meat or meat broth. Pescatarian - Peel and eat shrimp and fried fish STANDING OVATION to the cooks in the back they need more recognition of being able to cook for a diverse age and taste buds. Please keep in mind these cooks are cooking for a large diverse crowd some patrons have food restrictions due to medical issues and cannot have highly seasoned and spicy foods. So, the cooks cannot be creative with the seasons like other restaurants or your home. A must try is the Chicken (Fried and Baked), Smothered Pork Chops, Turkey Wings(Sunday), Cabbage and Yams. These are solid staples everyday of the week. Coopers restuarant offered incredible value, avoiding the exorbitant hundreds or thousands of dollars charged by traditional catering halls/restuarants for uncertain headcounts, and ensured we didn't waste food. Most importantly, it gave us a spacious, welcoming environment to fellowship and honor a loved one together. If you need a accommodating venue with great food and reasonable pricing for a large group, seriously consider Coopers restuarant.

Before I begin let me start off by saying that this review is based solely upon my personal…read moreexperiences and my personal experiences alone, so without further explanation let's begin!. This spot was highly recommended by some of my acquaintances. You have the option to pick your food, pay for it and leave or you can dine in and enjoy their buffet style option!. I would recommend checking this place out!.

While visiting Va Beach, I was told to try Boss Queen and they did not disappoint me. The place is…read morelarge, no real ambiance, not well lit, a little on the dark side for me, no decorations, needs updating. The young lady that waited on us was very attentive. We ordered the Red Snapper, needed a little more seasoning for me but it wasn't bad, the collards and potato salad was good. My husband enjoyed the seafood grits, he said the dish was definitely enough, large portion. I will definitely be returning when I'm in Va Beach

We visited Boss Queen for the first time and had an amazing experience! Our server, Destinee,…read moreprovided outstanding customer service--she was professional, attentive, and helped make our first visit memorable. Now the food... we ended up sitting for almost two hours because we kept trying different dishes, and every single one was delicious. The fried lamb chops were bussin', the seafood fries were flavorful and filling, and the salmon bites literally melted in my mouth. The seafood mac topped with fried catfish (with fried salmon on the side) had my picky child dancing and humming--so that tells you everything! The cornbread was great too, and I washed it all down with a strawberry Arnold Palmer. Everything was amazing even the music and we can't wait to return!

This is my go to spot for brunch and will everything. This spot has something for every occasion…read more The service is immaculate and I love it. I love it. They offer specials on certain days of the week. You never know what you're going to get and that's a plus for me. This is one of the best locations for all things food.

Nice to have people come to the neighborhood and all but do they really need to have the music so…read moreloud you can hear it two blocks over when people are sleeping? Moved to the area and this business doesn't stop blasting bass 5 Decibels or higher until 5 in the morning some nights. Brunch is one thing but some people actually sleep and go to work in the morning.

We came here for a birthday party. We were allowed to reserve some tables and decorate a bit. That…read morewas very nice of the owners. We did bring in a few cupcakes for the birthday candles. The party was for about 50 people most over 30 years old. I love the spacious dance floor and the sound system. They played a great mixture of music that coveted all the age groups, including the must have lube dancing music. The DJ made sure we enjoyed ourselves and led a toast fir out birthday girl. The owner welcomed us, and the entire staff was very friendly. The food was good, most people in our party had wings. The adult beverages were yummy and substantial, so everyone was happy. The seating is comfortable, and the venue decor was thoughtfully done. The food service was good and the owner checked on our party several times during our event.. Hubby and I are going back next weekend to dance and dine. Enjoyable location for 30 plus crowd.

SERVICE: it took sometime for anyone to notice we were waiting to be seated then we were told we…read morehad to wait for the hostess by a waiter, and security (10 mins) FOOD: when the food arrived to the table it was cold easy fix, still good Ambiance: very appealing relaxed atmosphere BUT THERE ARR CAMERAS IN THE LADIES RESTROOM!!!!

We had the pleasure of visiting Croaker's Spot while in town from Northern Virginia and stopped in…read morefor an early dinner. From the moment we arrived, we had an amazing experience. We were warmly greeted by a lovely hostess who ended up being our server, Jamila, I hope I spelled her name correctly. She was truly one of the best servers we have had in a long time: attentive, friendly, knowledgeable, and full of great suggestions. She checked on us often without being intrusive, and her customer service was exceptional. When I mentioned that I did not care for the mac and cheese, Jamila immediately offered recommendations for another side. To our surprise, the chef even came out personally to apologize and brought me a fresh serving of mac and cheese. The replacement was much better! That is what I call going above and beyond to make customers happy. The food was delicious. I ordered the catfish dinner with collard greens and candied yams. The catfish was moist, fried to perfection, and seasoned just right. The collard greens were flavorful and well seasoned, while the candied yams reminded me of my grandmother's homemade yams sweet, comforting, and absolutely delicious. The portions are huge, so you definitely will not leave hungry. Between the wonderful hospitality, outstanding service from Jamila, and amazing food, Croaker's Spot gave us a memorable dining experience. We will definitely be back!

I've been coming to Croaker Spot for years! I went to VCU, so I'm definitely no stranger to this…read moreplace. I even remember when they were in their old, much smaller location before moving here over a decade ago. This time, I stopped in after a soccer game with a party of four, and we had a great time. I ordered the oyster dinner with yams, collard greens, mac and cheese, and cornbread, plus a sweet tea. Everything was delicious. The only slight miss was the collard greens, which were a little firmer than I prefer. They tasted like they maybe could have cooked a little longer, but it certainly wasn't enough to take away from the meal. One thing to keep in mind is that there is only ONE single-stall bathroom in the entire restaurant. Unfortunately, it was occupied every time I tried to use it for about the first hour we were there. I kept going back and forth checking because I had to pee SO bad! Obviously, Croaker Spot can't control how long someone stays in the bathroom, but having only one toilet for the entire restaurant can definitely become an issue when it's busy. Our service, however, was excellent. I unfortunately forgot our server's name, but she was attentive without being overbearing. She gave us space to eat and enjoy ourselves while still making sure we had everything we needed. She was also very down-to-earth and relatable, which made the experience even better. All in all, we had a great experience, and of course I'll be back. I've been coming to Croaker Spot for years, and I don't see that changing anytime soon. I also really want to check out the Petersburg location because I've heard it's much larger!

I ordered Mac n cheese and meatloaf. The prices are pretty reasonable. But as for the food, it…read moredidn't feel like restaurant quality. I'm picky about meatloaf, but I gave it a try. The meatloaf was a decent portion, but very bland. The ketchup helped it somewhat. The Mac and cheese was bland as well but it was cheesy, so I was ok with that. The texture and everything was fine. I wouldn't go out of my way to have this again, but if I'm in the area and wanted something , maybe. A little seasoning would probably change the experience!

I fully support Black-owned businesses, but that support should not come at the expense of good…read morecustomer service. Regardless of the challenges a business may be facing, customers come in expecting to feel welcomed and to receive the product or service they're paying for. Everyone understands that mistakes can happen, but how those mistakes are handled makes all the difference. Customers should be treated with courtesy, respect, and appreciation. A positive experience encourages people to return and recommend the business to others, while poor service can quickly lead to negative word-of-mouth. I wish I could have experienced that level of hospitality myself, because I truly wanted to support the business. Unfortunately, my experience was disappointing, and it reinforced how important customer service is. Great customer service is one of the strongest ways any business can build trust, loyalty, and long-term success.