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    4.3 (122 reviews)
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    SIMPLY SOUL ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Dogs allowed

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    Sheryl P.

    My son and I decided to give this place one more try, the first time we came here we ended up leaving because they were busy taking delivery orders, and the same thing happened we sat there over 1 hour. I ordered yams, that was sugar sweet, collard greens that was mixed with more cabbage than collars, and it was overcooked and mushy, the ribs that was supposed to be cooked on the grill, had no smoked flavor, and yes Simply Soul is still Simply Slow, they need to take care of the restaurant guests first, and they also tack on 18% gratuity

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    Michael B.

    Great Food - Better Service! 5 Stars! Got the Catfish, Grits, Mac and Cheese and Green Beans!

    Oxtails & rice
    Amanda J.

    Food is always amazing! We ordered fried catfish and steak fries as an appetizer but ate them before I could get a picture. Service is very welcoming as they greet you coming in and leaving the restaurant. We will definitely be returning!

    Catfish, grits, and garlic toast.
    Celeta S.

    Great food and friendly service. Stopped in for dinner and the dining room was empty. The to go orders were very consistent so I had a feeling we chose the right place. The food took a while but I was ok with that. The taste made it worth the wait. Catfish was seasoned and fried perfectly. They had Kool aid and tons of desert options. I'm looking forward to going back and trying more menu items soon.

    Nena M.

    Fried chicken was scrumptious and crispy! Greens were good, and mac and cheese was to die for! Too full to try the corn bread. The 7-up pound cake was fire also! Wishing Pittsburgh was a little closer. Great atmosphere and the staff was super friendly and welcoming.

    Fried chicken, ribs, baked beans, mac and cheese and corn bread! BANGING!!
    Lisa P.

    Absolutely delicious food and great service! Nice atmosphere and very clean. Family run restaurant. I will definitely be back!

    16 Piece Fried Chicken Family Pack with Mac n Cheese, Rice and Gravy, and Yams.

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    Great customer service and food. They stick to their motto so just wait you'll see...lol

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    Amazing service and amazing food! Went here after a long day at Niagara Falls. The catfish and grits didn't disappoint.

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    Heaven's Countertop

    Heaven's Countertop

    4.4(26 reviews)
    14.7 miNorth Buffalo, Hertel Avenue, Parkside

    A warm and soulful restaurant. Once we entered it truly felt like we were with family. Our…read morewaitress, Milan was so friendly and made great suggestions about what to order. I ordered the Jamaican tea drink-so dressing and the Kingsley Street Fried Chicken dinner. The chicken was perfectly fried to perfection, the macaroni and cheese was cheesey, the yams were definitely what it means to be candied and the cornbread was warm with enough sweetness without being too sweet. I really enjoyed the ambience and hospitality here. I cannot convey how delicious this food is!!! This is in my top three restaurants to eat at now.

    Soul food has arrived to North Buffalo in a big way! Get the word out because I need them to stay!…read moreRestaurant is in the heart of North Buffalo, located on Hertel about two blocks from Parkside. Cute vibe inside. They do have a bar setup, but didn't appear it's used for alcohol. I was greeted as soon as I opened the door and was walking through. Being my first time, I did order a few didn't dishes, sides and desserts to try. There was NOT a bad dish. All the food was amazing. Great portions, tasty flavors and everything truly was cooked to perfection. I have given up talking about prices because let's be honest where can you go for cheap anymore. BUT I have to mention I got the Kinsley street fried chicken dinner, it comes with four prices chicken (half chicken, breast,leg,wing,and thigh) and two sides for 22.99, I felt this was actually a great price point and so worth it. Our next dish was the JP fish sandwhich and fries, again, the sandwhich was huge, the fish was seasoned and cooked to perfection! Fries were yummy. Next up was the TPs hot honey chicken sandwhich. Now I am over the hot honey chicken sandwhich as it's been done to death, but I still always feel the need to try eveyones hahaha, and glad I did another grand slam sandwhich! For the sides, I tried the Mac and cheese, pinto beans, collard greens and coleslaw. If you follow my reviews I am a Mac and cheese snob, don't think I order many that I liked, well thank you Heavens because the Mac and cheese was DELICIOUS!!! The Coleslaw was also top notch. I don't eat collard greens or pinto beans but my family told me they were good. They did not have desserts on the menu but I seen some on the counter, sooooo I order a slice of caramel cake, slice of sour cream cake and peach cobbler. Fat kid heaven they all were so good. Literally the best caramel cake since my mother in law! I felt like I just ate at my husband's family reunion. I had to go in and order, then I left ran to dash and came back in about 25 mins and my food was ready when I got back. So service was pretty fast. My only thing wish you could order on line first, parking is not the best in that area. Also Google has address as 1641 Hertel but it actually is 1633, not a big deal because same area but just a heads up.

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    The Fire Spot Restaurant

    The Fire Spot Restaurant

    4.3(9 reviews)
    12.0 mi

    We were warmly welcomed when we walked in! The dining area has several tables and a few booths. It…read morewas bright and cheery. The whole place was decorated for Christmas with table decor and a tree. The food we ordered took a little while to prepare although there were only patrons at one other table, there was a steady take out business going on. My dining partner and I both ordered a rib dinner with hot sides: mac n cheese, greens, yams, hush puppies. The ribs had a sweet BBQ sauce, no heat to the taste and they were just warm, the greens were not super well seasoned and they also were not served hot. I had to add salt and hot sauce and asked if they could be heated up. The owner obliged and brought them back piping hot. The mac n cheese was very cheesy, however it lacked the depth of adding several types of, or at least a sharp cheese to it. The yams had a sweet seasoning with hints of ginger, cinnamon and nutmeg... We also ordered the fried chicken skins which came out freshly coated in a crunchy batter and fried crisp, they were served with hot sauce and Bleu cheese dressing. Very crunchalicious! The banana pudding was also very good... it was amped up with several types of cookie chunks, a cookie crust and cheesecake banana pudding...

    My first five star review. Time to put these other soul food spots on notice, this place blows them…read moreall out of the water and there's no competition. I showed up late to pick up my order and my food was still warm and delicious. The prices are reasonable, and today being Veterans Day the owner gave me a discount. Maaaaaan f- the discount I'm going to make sure I come back and support this place. The restaurant is very chill and comfy with music playing in the background perfect for taking your love one out for brunch or dinner Don't miss out on the food here. I'm am not an easy person to impress and I keep it real.

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    Simply Soul - soulfood - Updated May 2026

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