The food here is AMAZING!!!! Everything was delicious and made fresh to order. The food came out…read morehott!! We did the great tasting experience where you get 3 entrees, drinks, wine and dessert. It was definitely worth the money. But if you share the meal experience you have to also buy an entree (fyi). The waitress was nice and patient. Even though we had a reservation it took a while to be seated when there were open tables but there were only two waitress for the restaurant. The food takes a minute to come out after being ordered (45 mins) but it was piping hot and fresh. The ambiance was nice. They were playing old school Luther so it was vibe. Bc this food was so good , I'll give it a 5 but if you go be patient. It'll be worth the wait

I would say I enjoyed myself here. I got the truffle lobster mac. It was great, I really liked the…read moresauce and the odd noodles they used. I was very disappointed in the taste of the center piece lobster, though. My date got something else. I don't know how, but this place made Brussels sprouts taste good for a bit. Service was great. I like to be left alone for the most part, and they did just that. My waiter would pop in and out at the perfect moment. I would give the ambiance a 9/10. I loved the hints gold and the dark teal(?) wallpaper

I had their jerk chicken with yellow rice at the Evanston Folk Festival. The chicken was moist and…read morethe portion was ample. The flavoring was outstanding.The staff were really friendly and grateful. I hope to visit their restaurant!

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If you haven't been to Bronzeville Soul yet, you need to immediately! The food was amazing and…read morereasonable priced. I came here with some of my trainees after a field trip to the Science and Industry museum. There were 12 adults and we spent about $300, which wasn't bad considering your meal comes with two sides and cornbread. I ordered the baked turkey wings with collard greens and white rice. It was so delicious! I couldn't eat it all because the portions were huge! A lot of my trainees needed to-go bags because it was so much food in those containers. The peach cobbler is amazing too! Not too peachy and not too much breading--a perfect combination. The chef was grateful for us coming in and talked to us too! The host was a sweet man and hooked some of my trainees with some sweet tea on the house. Just beautiful people bringing delicious food to Bronzeville.

2.5 stars. Lissen…read more.. it's overpriced. Food was decent enough, but at $30+, I was expecting more. So much more. Menu is written on a whiteboard which allows them to just erase the item when it sells out. But, a digital display would elevate the ambiance and lend a more polished feel. Details matter, especially when you're asking customers to pay premium prices. Customer service was really rocky to start, but the gentleman with the locs saw my face, heard my comment, and quickly adjusted. Much appreciated. Keep that same energy for ALL your customers. What we ate: Delicious: peach cobbler (fantastic!) Decent: short ribs, Mac n cheese, green beans, cornbread muffin Don't bother: collards, salmon One major gripe: at this price point, being served in takeout containers with plastic cutlery cheapens the experience. Invest in real plates and silverware -- your margins can surely support the upgrade. If you are going to automatically grat a dine-in check, then your patrons should sit at clean tables and be greeted by a smiling face. Neither of these were part of my experience. But I also didn't see the gratuity on my check. So, there's that. Clean tables and a warm greeting are basic expectations -- not bonuses -- especially if an automatic gratuity is being added to dine-in checks. (Although curiously, I didn't see this reflected on mine.) As for the $1 price tag on a small 16 oz bottle of water -- yes, you're making a solid markup. But why not reinvest a few cents more in a larger, sport-cap option? Small touches like that make a big difference in perceived value. The space was nearly empty during my visit, but I can imagine it picks up post-Sunday service. Still, the lack of energy in the room matched the food: fine, but not worth rushing back for. Nothing Would I return? Maybe. But I'm not in a hurry.

Street parking. May have to wait as it doesn't appear to be a table time once you are finished with…read moreyour meal. I observed people leaving table groups and more people coming to the table to join the group. This experience was definitely better than my first time at their original location. My catfish and grits were delicious. Those grits were perfect as they were creamy and thicker. The catfish cooked perfectly and great size filets. The fried green tomatoes were a hit. Not overly breaded and a great flavor. The drinks were also good which had never changed. I believe it may have been a day where happy hour was the whole day so it appeared that the table drinks weren't being considered in a timely fashion compared to bar orders. I think I waited about an hour for my second drink. The waiter was kind, apologetic, and continued to check in along the way. He even showed us when he placed the order so we wouldn't think he was lying. The peach cobbler was also good but very sweet and peach heavy. I like peach cobbler but prefer the crust and just a little peach juice. There was a live DJ which played really good music. Definitely a vibe place with good options.

Dining at Soule Chicago is more than a meal--it's an experience. Beautiful ambiance, soulful…read moreflavors, and a space that invites you to slow down and enjoy every bite. Soule Chicago really got it right--great energy, amazing staff, and soul food that delivers every time.

Pearl's Place is definitely worth a visit if you're looking for comforting Southern soul food. The…read moremac and cheese, yams, greens, and fried green tomatoes were all excellent and full of flavor. The only disappointment was the fried chicken. It wasn't bad, but it was just okay and didn't live up to the rest of the meal. If the chicken had been as good as the sides, this easily would have been a 5-star experience. The service was good overall. Our waitress was very friendly and attentive, but she never asked if we wanted anything to drink besides water or if we'd like dessert. Those small details would have made the experience even better. Overall, I'd definitely come back for the amazing sides, and hopefully the fried chicken is better next time.

Wow wow wow. My first time here and the full experience was great. We walked in and the host asked…read moreus what we wanted to eat. I asked for a menu and she asked again what do you want. I said fried chicken, mac n cheese and greens. She said ok we have that. My spouse said she wanted meat loaf, mac n cheese and string beans. While sitting I realized I wanted potato salad and bread pudding so I added it. I realized I enjoyed ordering not from what I saw on a menu but what I had a taste for and that was a great experience. Thank you Pearls. My food was amazing everything was seasoned well except my greens. Would I go back yes indeed. The bread pudding was the busy. Yummy for my tummy Sorry I finished all my food before writing this review believe me the seasoning and portion size was OUTSTANDING!!!!!

Ever since discovering I have a chicken allergy, your girl has been on a turkey tour, and Wilma's…read moreFamous BBQ & Tavern definitely made the list! While visiting my little brother in Chicago, I had to find somewhere good to eat because the foodie in me does not take days off. I stopped by Wilma's and ordered the Happy Hour Turkey Tips & Fries along with a Lemon Drop. The turkey tips were AMAZING. They were flavorful, tender, juicy, and cooked perfectly. I'm still dreaming about those turkey tips! The fries were also perfectly seasoned and paired so well with the meal. No notes. I also tried the wings, which were delicious. I still occasionally eat a small amount of chicken, and these definitely did not disappoint. I really loved the vibe of the restaurant too. The artwork throughout the space gives it so much personality and makes the experience feel fun and unique. The staff was also great, friendly, and welcoming. Between the flavorful food, great service, fun atmosphere, and those turkey tips, Wilma's definitely left an impression. If you're in Chicago and looking for some good BBQ, I'd definitely recommend stopping by. Just make sure you come hungry!

I really wanted to enjoy my visit to Wilma's BBQ in downtown Chicago, but unfortunately, it fell…read morewell short of my expectations. My party of four visited for Sunday brunch, and the restaurant was basically empty when we arrived. The escalator also wasn't working, which wasn't the best first impression. We ordered fried wings, rib tips, and drinks, but our food didn't come out together. For a table of four, it's disappointing when everyone isn't served at the same time. The biggest disappointment was the lemon drop martinis. After one sip, they were far too tart and overly citrusy for our taste. The glasses were still nearly full, so we politely asked if they could be remade or exchanged for a different cocktail. We were told that all alcohol sales are final. While I understand restaurants have policies, I was surprised there wasn't any willingness to accommodate us, especially since we had barely touched the drinks and simply wanted a different cocktail. As for the food, the fried wings lacked seasoning, and the rib tips were rubbery and didn't have much flavor. Being from Texas, I enjoy BBQ where the meat stands on its own, so I asked for the BBQ sauce on the side. Unfortunately, even with the sauce, the rib tips didn't have the quality or flavor I was expecting. The staff was polite, but the food quality, drink experience, and overall execution didn't live up to the reputation I was hoping for. I hope management takes this feedback as an opportunity to improve because the restaurant has potential.

Ordered on Grubhub and was quoted a 55 min wait, but it was already ready when I got there 20…read moreminutes early. They had no customers on a Tuesday at lunchtime, which was surprising. The fish and wings were room temp so I had to reheat them. The wings had a nice layer of breading with Creole seasoning that seeped into the chicken. 7/10. Catfish had a nice crust with flavorful seasoning while staying soft inside. 7/10. Solid fried chicken and fish, and I'm glad they weren't soggy, but they could've been crispier. The muffin was soft with a cupcake-like texture and the honey on top was perfect. 7/10. The hot honey was on point and reminded me of the hot honey from Atlanta wing spots. 9/10.

Everything we tried was an absolute hit! I loved the Flyover, it had a little bit of everything…read more Fried catfish, fried chicken wings, and the catfish was topped with lobster. Plus the cornbread and a side of Mac (added) . My husband got the hot honey chicken sandwich and he was not disappointed. We'll definitely be back again soon!

Delicious by Dana excellent if you are looking for complete meal prepping or just a private chef…read morefor the evening can't recommend her enough food was delicious. Service was impeccable season to perfection. Her prices are extremely competitive that I found so far and you are eating a five star meal every time she creates a infinite beautiful ambience in your home or at your event highly recommend whether you're looking for comfort or elegance convenience or to impress highly recommend

From the owner: Tired of spending money on bland food that doesn't satisfy your taste buds? Order your next meal,…read moreevent or prep with us!

Tried this restaurant through fooda. Maybe the restaurant experience is better, but with a name…read morelike cook it mama, i thought the food would look and taste more homemade. I considered the salmon pasta or jerk bowl and went with the jerk since the salmon pasta looked mostly pasta with some salmon pieces scattered about. The jerk bowl was disappointing. Before i ordered i saw that the ingredients looked prepackaged (canned beans, store pico & corn.) Even the sauce was poured directly from a bottle, but decided to support the business anyway since everything around the office is fast food or a sit down restaurant. I hate to report that the taste matched the look of the individual ingredients -- very bland. Not worth $16 at all

Cook It Mama Cafe is a welcome addition to Bridgeport. I stopped by on a weekend about a month ago…read moreand there was a good amount of people waiting for food. The staff is incredibly friendly but move quickly to serve. We ordered the Queen T's Submarine which was very good and a nice sub sandwich. We also split the That's Not Yo Cheese Jerk nachos which topped with jerk chicken - it stole the show and I would happily order this everyday if I could. The Red Pineapple Squirt is a refreshing drink that complimented all the flavors of the nachos and sandwich. Cook It Mama Cafe is an underrated restaurant that should not be overlooked. Check it out when in Bridgeport!

This has easily become my new favorite soul food spot. Not…read moreonly does the food look perfect, the flavor was there too. I wish I had taken pictures of the restaurant itself it was so cute and posh. Idk who opened this place but they were heaven sent. Lamb chops and salmon over mashed potatoes? Those yams did something to me! I actually kept requesting we go back the entire visit in Chicago instead of trying new restaurants lol I just wanted to try the rest of their menu. So delicious. Service was okay.

Soul Vibes is definitely a place with a lot of potential! The food is good, the owners are great,…read moreand the atmosphere is exactly what you want from a spot like this. The energy, the music, and even the celebrities who stop through make it a place worth visiting. However, I do believe some of the waitstaff could benefit from additional training when it comes to customer service and attention to detail. One thing I've noticed during my visits is that certain waitresses seem to focus their attention on guests they assume will leave larger tips, while others receive very little attention. As someone who frequently dines alone, I find that disappointing. Just because someone walks in by themselves doesn't mean they deserve less attention or aren't prepared to tip generously. That person sitting alone could be the one planning to leave a $100 tip, but you'll never know if you don't provide them with the same level of service as everyone else. During my visit, my menu was extremely sticky, and the bar area needed attention. As a paying customer, I shouldn't have to wipe down my own menu or clean the area where I'm sitting. Those small details matter, especially when you're trying to establish yourself as a destination for great food and an exceptional dining experience. I genuinely wanted to give Soul Vibes five stars because I appreciate what the owners are building. My four-star rating isn't meant to discourage anyone from visiting. It's simply an opportunity for the establishment to improve in areas that can make a significant difference. The food is there. The atmosphere is there. The ownership is there. Now, the service needs to consistently match the experience.