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    Soul Tasty

    4.2 (261 reviews)
    ModerateSoul Food, Seafood
    Open 12:00 pm - 7:00 PM

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

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    Cajun shrimp, Mac n cheese, collard greens
    Christina L.

    One plate, four reasons to come back--Cajun shrimp, mac & cheese, collards and friendly service. Everything was cooked and seasoned to perfection. Hands down a must try when in the area.

    Salmon Rasta Pasta (Thursday - Sunday)
    Allison C.

    We've visited Soul Tasty several times over the years, and we've never been disappointed! Easily some of the best soul food in the state. On this last visit we fell in love with their salmon rasta pasta - they even stuff the salmon with crab and it was SO good. Grits just like you get in the south and super cheesy mac. I wish I lived closer to their delivery area because I would order from them all the time! Always a treat for delicious comfort food.

    Fried Fish Sandwich
    Stephen M.

    Soul Tasty has been a regular spot for me in the Stamford area for the past few years. I like to keep it consistent, grabbing their entree with the mac & cheese and candied yams sides. Those two are match made in food heaven, I promise. The fried chicken's my go-to main, and it's pretty solid, especially if you're generous with the hot sauce. Visiting during lunch hours, I noticed they had a $5 fish sandwich, so I decided to give it a try. While the sandwich was flavorful, the tilapia carried a pronounced and lingering fishy taste that lasted well after I finished eating. I paired all of that with a giant, delicious container of Kool-Aid- because, why not? Overall, stick to the classics, and Soul Tasty won't let you down.

    Chicken tenders and Dirty Rice
    Jacob M.

    Stopped here on the way to a concert. Fast service. Very friendly staff. Food was very delicious.

    Large Dinner: Turkey chopped bbq,  Candied Yams, Collard Greens, Mac & Cheese
    Markus D L.

    CT lacks good Soul food, but this place is on the right track! Hennessy Wings are a favorite. They are not on the paper menu or listed in the restaurant, but they are available when you order online. Delicious!!! The Chopped Bbq (pork) is my usual go to. I loved it when they first opened, now I must admit I doctor it up by adding a little ac vinegar when I get home. Fried chicken is good and it travels well. The pork chops are yummy. I don't eat potato salad, but it has mixed reviews from friends 'n fam... not consistent. String beans are mixed with carrots and were surprisingly good. Greens are typically good, but also inconsistent, sometimes a little too salty, sometimes sweet. Mac 'n cheese is always great!!! Black eyed peas, Yum! Yams, also Yum! My only issue with Soul Tasty is consistency. You can taste the difference when different ppl cook. Most times it's great, Sometimes it's just good. I think they may have trouble finding help, but the customer service is usually on point! Seems like that's one thing that the owner stresses. Really appreciate that! Even with some of the inconsistencies in the food, I am still giving this place 5 stars. They are one of the best Soul Food restaurants in Connecticut and I want them to continue to succeed.

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    Alessandra R.

    I randomly came across this spot looking for a place to eat near Stamford Hospital. I was in a rush to get back to work so I didn't look at the menu. I ordered fried chicken spicy with Mac n cheese during lunch. After viewing it afterwards I think it was supposed to come with a spice cake ‍. The spicy chicken didn't have enough flavor for my liking, didn't taste like it was marinated in buttermilk or anything. The Mac n cheese tasted authentic. I might come again and try some other items on the menu, or I might not.

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    Good flavor nice and well done grilled wings , great flavor on the sweet sauce and would highly recommend

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    10 months ago

    ABSOLUTELY AMAZING FOOD, I knew it was gonna be good that's it right across the street from the projects lmaoo

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    Fiyah super hot Fiyah every time love the hot honey BBQ pork chop this place is a go to in Stamford

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    Ask the Community - Soul Tasty

    Do you use pork or lard in your greens, frying oil, or anything else on the menu?

    Do they have nashville hot chicken?

    Yes we do, al day everyday!

    How's the henny wings?

    Pretty freaking amazing!! Lol every Wednesday we have them as well as lemon pepper wings and the third option changes from week to week! Hope to see you soon

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    Sandra's Next Generation has been my absolute staple in the community for over three decades…read more Sandra Pittman has been cooking in this same location since 1989, and I've been eating here consistently since 1995. It is, without question, the best soul food in the state. I have no problem running down I-91 from Hartford just to get my food because the quality and taste are on a level that nobody else can touch. Don't let the neighborhood fool you; this is a masterclass in authentic cooking. Sandra and her husband Miguel have been running this place for over 30 years, and that level of dedication shows in every single dish. The food has the kind of soul and precision that defines the elite dining scene in Connecticut. If you want the real deal--the standard that every other soul food spot is measured against--this is the only place to go. It's a class act that has stayed true to its roots for over 30 years.

    I have been excited about checking out Sandra's after seeing a TikTok and reading some of the…read morereviews. I caught Metro North from Grand Central and after the 2+ hour ride that's when I found out that they had no seating, which that is my fault for not researching. I ordered online and waited a hour and 13 mins for my food. The service was great. The owner was very friendly as well as the other staff. As I was waiting the gospel music was playing and it was nice. Once I got my food. I immediately gave it a try because I didn't want it cold or reheated for my review. The soul food empanadas with chicken were pretty good I would give them a solid 7 out of 10. The smothered chicken was very salty in my opinion. I would rate it a 5 out of 10, and the Mac & cheese tasted like boxed velveeta which I would rate a 4/10. I'm disappointed at how over hyped it seem. Not pictured was my order of fried fish and it was bland with no seasoning. The lemon on the side did no justice. I could've honestly caught it at a bad time because it was a Sunday and very busy, but I'm definitely not interested in going back.

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    4.0(406 reviews)
    15.7 mi
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    Yes!!!! The food is amazing and the sweet potato pies are top tier. I love that they are served…read moremini. I love their sweet potatoes and Mac n cheese. Why?! Because they literally go together. The Mac is cheesy and cooked exactly how I want it to taste. It sticks together and is never burnt on top. But I have tried the potato salad (a hit for sure), collard greens (seasoned to perfection), and the sweet potato fries (which I don't like, because I don't really care for a sweet potato fry. But they are steak cut and glazed with a sweet yet light glaze). As for the meats: I've had the fried catfish, catfish bites, beef ribs, fried chicken breast, baked chicken breast, fried chicken wings (BBQ & Jerk), and the salmon, crabcakes, and the ultimate feast. Oh and I've had their chicken strips. By far my favorite and frequently ordered are the catfish bites and chicken strips. Just know that this restaurant used to be a sit down intimate spot with a catering hall a few doors down. But since CoVid, it has become solely takeout and delivery by the apps. So, you won't get a full dining experience and will have to pay for a certain kind of packaging. For instance, if you don't want your food to touch or leak into other food the. Order separate packages and they will do it. This place has iced tea and lemonade that are divine. The customer service not be the absolute best if you walk in. Because they are always busy and inundated with orders which is a good sign. Oh, I almost forgot to mention the cornbread! My Lawd. It's thick and delicious.

    I really love the food at Sweet Potatoes. The mac and cheese is incredibly cheesy, and the catfish…read moreis absolutely scrumptious. But the one thing that truly stands out for me is their cornbread. It's soft, big, and delicious, not grainy at all. It almost reminds me of a pound cake, sitting perfectly in the middle: you know it's cornbread, but it has that same softness without being overly sweet. Honestly, it's the best cornbread I've tasted yet.

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    3.8(2.1k reviews)
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    The food here is incredible. Large portions and prices that are refreshing to see in this economy…read more I was visiting from the south and had given up on finding a solid, delicious dinner until I lucked up on this restaurant. Service was great and the restaurant was pleasant and filled with natural light. We didn't have a reservation but there was no problem to be seated quickly and served promptly. Took off one star because a member of my dinner party had trouble returning their side of collard greens due to it being too salty. A staff member who wasn't our original waitress, pressed them to choose another one. So I'm not sure if this restaurant allows you to take an item off the bill if it misses the mark but I'd still return in a heartbeat.

    Melba's delivered that Southern hospitality from start to finish. I was warmly greeted right away,…read moreand the staff took the time to actually chat while my table was being prepared, which made the whole experience feel genuine and welcoming. The food is the real spotlight. The smothered chicken with collard greens and mac and cheese is a must. The yams were perfectly done but definitely on the sweeter side, so just something to keep in mind. I already know I need to come back to try the fried chicken next time. If you are looking for a traditional Southern brunch at a true neighborhood staple, this is the place. I only wish I lived closer.

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    Taste of Heaven

    4.7(321 reviews)
    31.0 miEast Williamsburg
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    This unassuming little spot was very well rated and it was one of the few soul food spots that…read morestood out in a few online lists and FB groups. So..... we went and totally understand the hype. As soon as you walk in, you can smell the amazing dishes and you can literally feel the love they put on each plate as they serve the guests. I almost don't want to share this review for fear that the line may get longer but this restaurant is now one of the few that I recommend you go out of your way to try and enjoy. Their menu is classically simple but made with an abundance of care and no shortcuts in their cooking. As you are seated you are welcome to place your order in the front of the glass display, they cook everything in house and sometimes they run out of the specials so don't sleep on getting there on time. We ended up getting their lunch specials and picked one main and two sides. I know my girl loves Ox Tails and ended up getting the last plate with some candied yams and Mac and cheese. Let me tell you, we cleaned the plate and it was finger licking good!!! The jerk ribs were amazingly tender and fall off the bone. All of the sides were well portioned and absolutely flawless. Don't come here if you're on a diet there is only one way to enjoy this restaurant and it's to just dive in. FYI - you will need a nap after your meal. This place just hits your tastebuds differently; it doesn't just leave an impression, its mind shattering good. You will sing after the meal - happy dancing the whole time as you're eating.

    Customer service is 5 stars and phenomenal…read more But I'm here to talk about the food. I wanted to love it so much especially since TikTok critic/MMA fighter Keith Lee visited them in 2023, but my experience was not like his. I want to say that online reviews are almost about accurate. They were out of cold salads and collard greens which was an issue for other customers at times as well. No problem, they were super helpful and offered an alternative but not a good one. I had steamed vegetables that mashed in my mouth like mashed potatoes when I took a bite. I did end up going to another spot for collard greens and potato salad because you can't have soul-food without that. I had the rib dinner with mac n cheese and yams and a tiny piece of complimentary cornbread. The ribs definitely taste amazing but they don't take off the membrane in the back which is slimy and gross. I left that part behind. The yams were sweet and good BUT.....that mac n cheese is NOT soul-food Mac n cheese. Here's the thing I figured out, they use such little cheese but season the noodles very well that you don't truly notice unless you love mac n cheese, which I do, so I noticed it lacked so much cheese but had seasoned noodles. The rib dinner was a 3/5 because ribs were great but sides needed help. I had rice and peas as an additional side and fried wings. The wings were ATROCIOUS! I ate the smallest one and didn't eat the rest. How can you serve such huge feathered wings like that? It was a nightmare. The feathers being on it turned me off. This tells me they don't make their food with care, they move quick to be one and done and I want my food cooked with love and care. They were also frozen wings that were thawed and seasoned, I know the difference. The rice and peas were okay 3/5 as well. Overall the food was not worth the hype. Customer service was beautiful for sure but the food was not it.

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    4.4(178 reviews)
    19.6 mi
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    We came around 3pm on a Sunday and were lucky not to have a wait--plenty of seating and a very…read morewelcoming vibe. We were chatting with Vanessa before realizing she would be singing later, and wow--she has a beautiful voice and sang some favorites like "Just the Two of Us." We ordered the fried whiting over a waffle, fried chicken with collard greens and fried okra, and shrimp and grits with a pecan coating. Portions were huge, so we took plenty home for our group of three adults and a toddler. Everything was slightly spicy, super crispy, and absolutely delicious. A small but much-appreciated touch: they brought our 2-year-old ice water with a lid without us even asking. The warm sweet potato cornbread muffins were amazing--we liked them so much we ordered some to take home. We'll definitely be back!

    Thinking of coming here? If you have high blood pressure, DO NOT!!! Scroll on by. Every meat and…read morevegetable they serve is heavy-laden with salt. The chicken looked good but I only ate 1/2 piece of the wing. (Still have me a horrible headache on the way home). Place is small but that's the least of their problems. Entire staff primarily speaks Spanish and aren't properly trained enough to even know how to take an order at your table. The poor girl tried hard to try to write down our simple order but the language barrier made it hard for her to type our order into the system. She returned to the table 5x to explain the various mistakes she made trying to put the order in. As I stood near the bar waiting to put my OWN drink order in, the young confused waitress ran over to tell me that the kitchen was out of collard greens. I smoked and substituted it for something else. 10 minutes later she arrives with my oversalted chicken and collard greens. Maybe wait a few years and try them, if they happen to stay open by some miracle.

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