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Soul Vibes is definitely a place with a lot of potential! The food is good, the owners are great, and 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.
This has easily become my new favorite soul food spot. Not only 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.
I went here for the first time with family and I must say this place did not disappoint. The "flavor" was there in the food and the drinks were on point. Nothing was too salty. Normally there is a wait to dine or least a reservation is needed, but we showed up and were able to get a table. Our waitress was very friendly and informative. I didn't take pictures of all the food, but we also ordered the charbroiled Oysters, The Soul Trio, There wasn't a long wait getting our food. I would definitely come back and would recommend.
Absolutely exceptional food, service, and atmosphere! So pretty too! Everything was super flavorful. The hot honey lemon pepper wings are not pictured because they were gone fast. Some of the best ones I've ever had.
The greens...the greens!!! Kid you not after the first bite my head rolled back and my eyes closed. Basically, how I feel when I have my mom's greens. They were so delicious!! Okay, back to overall, I sat at the bar and ordered a strawberry lychee margarita. My bartender was wonderful. Everything was so good. The cornbread dipped in the wing sauce was amazing. The macaroni and cheese was some of the best I've had a restaurant! The banana pudding was yummy.
One thing that I LOVEDDD about this place was the music. Playlist was second to none! I sang and ate and sang more and ate more. Food was really good and what I expect from a soul food joint. The service as a whole was fine, but our server was a true gem. I definitely recommend getting there early as there aren't a ton of seats and the wait can get long. I will 1000% be returning to visit Soul Vibez.
Great ambiance with the booths and embellished pink decor. The wait staff was exceptionally friendly and had recs for every part of the menu. We were particularly impressed with the flavor of the jerk branzino, but wish it came with 1-2 sides automatically for that price point. Adequate warning for the sweetness of the lychee martinee flight was much appreciated. The cornbread with butter drizzle was another highlight for sure! A bit pricey but delicious food and a great recommendation
I would def recommend to make reservations as it fills up quickly. The food can take a little bit to get to you but the staff are nice and personable. It was a touch too salty for my preference but I would definitely come back. Nice for dates or if you're visiting in town
Oh my gosh BECKY!! This place was SO GOOD! We had the catfish and grits!! WHEW! Best grits I've ever had! We also had the Soul Food Egg roll, lemme tell you, this was DELISH!! That yummy sweet potato rue was fire!! The service was initially sub par, it took a bit long to receive the orders and the egg rolls to me should have come out at the same time. The catfish, The Mac and cheese, the garlic mashed potatoes, just yummy!! I was impressed by this place for sure! I'm definitely coming back! The decor was super cute! We sat outside and the ambiance was nice outside too! Removed one star for the delayed service, it really just took too long. But once we got our food, I was a happy camper!!
Such a cute restaurant. The food was amazing and decor is so Instagram worthy. The staff was very friendly and service was quick (we came right when they opened). I will definitely be back!
The food here is AMAZING!! Don't get me wrong, you will likely have to wait at least an hour to be seated, but the food is worth it in my opinion. Great soul food and even better vibes, I see where they get the name from! The space is a bit small which likely contributes to the long wait time. Regardless, if you pack some patience, I highly recommend stopping by Soul Vibez!
Babeeeeeee!!!! Soul Vibez was a vibe. I enjoyed everything m family and I ordered. Rockefeller oysters, kale/spinach grilled chicken salad, fried green tomatoes, lamb chops, salmon bites, Mac and crack. Woooaaah....everything was flavorful and cooked to perfection. I'll be back!!!
Some of the best soul food I've had outside of the south. I'm from SC, they gave me a small taste of home !
Reviews are mixed. Many highlight the flavorful soul food, creative drinks, and vibrant atmosphere. Some also mention attentive staff.
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15 days ago
Soul Vibez is a super cute restaurant that offers absolutely delicious food. Prior to arriving, I ensured that we had a reservation to prevent a wait. Due to that, we were quickly seated upon our arrival. For our appetizer, we got the Soul Trio Platter. I really enjoyed the wings, however, I was expecting a little more from the Jerk Chicken Egg Rolls. My mom ordered the Lamb Chops, which I so happily sampled as they were definitely cooked excellently. For my entrée, I had the Jerk Garlic Butter Branzino which had me savoring each and every bite. They definitely did their thang with that fish! I really had a great experience at Soul Vibez and feel that many, if not all, would enjoy their experience here as well. read more
What an excellent time I had here. I didn't have much time but wanted some breakfast while visiting Chicago. They opened at 11am but by 11:15, every seat was taken! The server endured all my Chicago questions since I'm visiting from NYC. She was great; kid in as was the food. I had grits, eggs, turkey bacon and banana pudding French toast. After finishing my meal, many of us struck a conversation, and we relived five of us were visiting Chicago for work. We all struck up a long conversation and made the experience even that much better. I'm definitely returning here on my future visit to Chicago. read more
1 month ago
Soul Vibes is definitely a place with a lot of potential! The food is good, the owners are great, and 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. read more
2 months ago
This has easily become my new favorite soul food spot. Not only 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. read more
20 days ago
I went here for the first time with family and I must say this place did not disappoint. The "flavor" was there in the food and the drinks were on point. Nothing was too salty. Normally there is a wait to dine or least a reservation is needed, but we showed up and were able to get a table. Our waitress was very friendly and informative. I didn't take pictures of all the food, but we also ordered the charbroiled Oysters, The Soul Trio, There wasn't a long wait getting our food. I would definitely come back and would recommend. read more
11 days ago
2 months ago
Absolutely exceptional food, service, and atmosphere! So pretty too! Everything was super flavorful. The hot honey lemon pepper wings are not pictured because they were gone fast. Some of the best ones I've ever had. read more
The greens...the greens!!! Kid you not after the first bite my head rolled back and my eyes closed. Basically, how I feel when I have my mom's greens. They were so delicious!! Okay, back to overall, I sat at the bar and ordered a strawberry lychee margarita. My bartender was wonderful. Everything was so good. The cornbread dipped in the wing sauce was amazing. The macaroni and cheese was some of the best I've had a restaurant! The banana pudding was yummy. read more
One thing that I LOVEDDD about this place was the music. Playlist was second to none! I sang and ate and sang more and ate more. Food was really good and what I expect from a soul food joint. The service as a whole was fine, but our server was a true gem. I definitely recommend getting there early as there aren't a ton of seats and the wait can get long. I will 1000% be returning to visit Soul Vibez. read more
Great ambiance with the booths and embellished pink decor. The wait staff was exceptionally friendly and had recs for every part of the menu. We were particularly impressed with the flavor of the jerk branzino, but wish it came with 1-2 sides automatically for that price point. Adequate warning for the sweetness of the lychee martinee flight was much appreciated. The cornbread with butter drizzle was another highlight for sure! A bit pricey but delicious food and a great recommendation read more
I would def recommend to make reservations as it fills up quickly. The food can take a little bit to get to you but the staff are nice and personable. It was a touch too salty for my preference but I would definitely come back. Nice for dates or if you're visiting in town read more
3 months ago
Oh my gosh BECKY!! This place was SO GOOD! We had the catfish and grits!! WHEW! Best grits I've ever had! We also had the Soul Food Egg roll, lemme tell you, this was DELISH!! That yummy sweet potato rue was fire!! The service was initially sub par, it took a bit long to receive the orders and the egg rolls to me should have come out at the same time. The catfish, The Mac and cheese, the garlic mashed potatoes, just yummy!! I was impressed by this place for sure! I'm definitely coming back! The decor was super cute! We sat outside and the ambiance was nice outside too! Removed one star for the delayed service, it really just took too long. But once we got our food, I was a happy camper!! read more
2 months ago
Such a cute restaurant. The food was amazing and decor is so Instagram worthy. The staff was very friendly and service was quick (we came right when they opened). I will definitely be back! read more
The food here is AMAZING!! Don't get me wrong, you will likely have to wait at least an hour to be seated, but the food is worth it in my opinion. Great soul food and even better vibes, I see where they get the name from! The space is a bit small which likely contributes to the long wait time. Regardless, if you pack some patience, I highly recommend stopping by Soul Vibez! read more
1 month ago
Babeeeeeee!!!! Soul Vibez was a vibe. I enjoyed everything m family and I ordered. Rockefeller oysters, kale/spinach grilled chicken salad, fried green tomatoes, lamb chops, salmon bites, Mac and crack. Woooaaah....everything was flavorful and cooked to perfection. I'll be back!!! read more
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Some of the best soul food I've had outside of the south. I'm from SC, they gave me a small taste of home ! read more
When I tell you this place did not disappoint it did not disappoint! From the excellent customer service from our waiter Abraham who indulged in our foolery amongst our table , to the food suggestions I am grateful for that . The bad and bougie smoothie was so very good fresh and tasty . The fried catfish was fried and seasoned perfectly. The macaroni n cheese and sweet potatoes were both divine. I also ordered peach cobbler to go to eat later . I am sure it will be delicious as well . 5 stars on this one I highly recommend you checking it out . I even have food for leftovers they give you great portions fyi . read more
4 months ago
Everything was delicious. Drinks were on point. Service was wonderful. We will return. They also offer an extensive vegetarian menu. read more
1 year ago
They don't seat diners the last half hour; only accept takeout. The vegan wings in the 226 sauce were so yummy! That sauce is bomb; they could bottle and sell it! The vegan beans and rice were tasty and the vegan mac was pretty good too! read more
2 months ago
4 months ago
The food was so good and look good for the presentation; The service was spectacular was very attentive to the table especially the guy was pouring your water making sure it don't go low.. the Decor ; the music was Great I will definitely go again.. so so tasty.. I love soul VIBEZ and Thank you SOUL VIBEZ for Wishing me a Great birthday and bringing Excellent SOUL food to the Downtown area. read more
3 months ago
I absolutely love this restaurant! It was my first time dining here, and everything was amazing. I ordered the stuffed salmon, which was fantastic, along with sides of baked beans and mac & cheese. The baked beans were delicious, and I highly recommend ordering a side of their hot honey sauce to go with everything. My server was also absolutely amazing thank you Mashaya . I will definitely be coming back and highly recommend trying this place! read more
18 days ago
2 months ago
Wow! Visited Chicago for family and this one was of many places I needed to try. It did not disappoint! The food was amazing and the services was as well. We were sat outside which I am not mad at but I would have loved to sit inside to take in the venue but maybe on my next visit. I cant rave enough about how good the food was. Everything was spectacular. My only complaint would be when a tall young light skinned male practically yelled at me and my mom about entering the wrong door from the outside when we needed to use the restroom. We were inside when he made us come back out and go around to the front door. Extremely rude and loud for no reason. And then he proceeded to tell her where the restroom was only to follow us as though we weren't supposed to be there lol. Other than that weirdo the visit was amazing. Will definitely go back when im in town. Just make sure you guys dont enter the wrong door! Also be aware they will only split the bill 2 ways. Which I dont like. For this and the guys yelling at me had to take a star away but thw food and our waitress made up for it. read more
First visit to Chicago and was looking for good soul food. I will admit the food was delicious! However it was an extremely long wait. It is an extremely small place. I think if you only have 3-4 booths you should place some kind of limits on how long you can sit at a table so that you can accommodate more customers. When we arrived we were told 15-20 minutes. We waited about an hour. Then we were told that we should just sit at a table near the door (that was not clean by the way) because if not we may not even be served. At this point we are 30 minutes in. I was not interested in sitting in these high chair right by the waiting area. We were eventually seated. It was a booth that was basically made in half so you it is semi-private and you are dining with people who are not in your party. Enjoyed the meal, however was not expecting a 18% service charge for a party of 2. The long and short of it, is the food was great. But I don't think I will be returning here. The music is also very loud and hard to have a conversation since everyone is yelling. read more
After seeing this place all over my Tik Tok, I knew that I had to visit Soul Vibes as soon as I landed in Chicago. Despite arriving close to closing time, the staff was very accommodating. The atmosphere was warm and inviting, and the customer service was on point. The decor was really cute, with plenty of cute photo spots. We started with the Lobster Deviled Eggs, which were AMAZING! Though I'm normally not a lobster fan, I found myself absolutely loving the combination. The Soul Roll, a fried egg roll stuffed with mac and cheese, sweet potatoes, and collard greens, was also AMAZING. Such a unique and delicious combination. Chef's kiss. For my drink, I had a Lychee Strawberry Margarita, which was really refreshing and tasty. For my entree, I had the chicken wings with mac and cheese and cornbread. While the wings were standard, the mac and cheese and cornbread didn't quite hit the mark. Mac wasnt giving baked mac. It just seemed like regular macaroni. Our waiter mentioned that since we arrived late, the dishes might not have been prepared as they typically would be. Overall, my friends and I agreed that the appetizers stole the show, and I'd definitely return just for those Lobster Deviled Eggs and Soul Roll! The drinks were great too. My friends enjoyed a Lemon Drop flight. Despite the late hour, the staff never rushed us and even turned the music back on when we asked. If you're in Chicago, definitely make a stop here. Just make sure to go earlier to fully enjoy everything on the menu! read more
I came here for brunch with a friend of mine and honestly the food was amazing. The fried catfish was seasoned well and went well with the grits. It came out hot and flavorful. I had ordered a side of sweet potatoes although it was good I thought it was cooked down to almost a porridge which was different. The service was a bit slow and there is a one hour timeframe at a first come first serve basis. Overall, I liked the quality of the food. read more
This was absolutely a 5 star experience! Walking into this cute quaint space was very welcoming. Then I was pleasantly surprised by the service, the menu, and the quality of the food. We ordered the Dusse drink tower, salmon bite appetizer, lobster deviled eggs, and the brunch tower with lobster tails, strawberry shortcake waffles, banana pudding French toast, potatoes, eggs, beef bacon, turkey sausage, chicken wings, and oysters. Everything was delicious and we were stuffed. Our server Malcolm was wonderful! I literally wanna go back before I leave town. Lol. Definitely check this place out! read more
1 month ago
1 year ago
I ordered pickup online, so I didn't get to have a dine-in experience. The person at the door got my food and brought it to me immediately. It seems busy on a Saturday, so make reservations to avoid a long wait. Love: online ordering system (easy to use; timely updates); chicken wings (seasoned to perfection); packaged well Like: red velvet waffle (thin waffle, would have preferred a thicker waffle) read more
11 months ago
Warning: Be prepared for a long wait for seating, place is rather small and highly popular. When I received the food/drinks, I understood why! Omg, the food is delicious! Drinks are A1. Everything was well worth the price point and server was attentive. My friends and I got the tower , highly recommend! We also tried the lobster deviled eggs and hot honey salmon bites. 10/10!! Will definitely return. read more
They are a super small restaurant that did not have the capability to handle large crowds and their recent exposure. The hosts outside of the place were helpful 8/10, but I was so disappointed No lie. Brunch Food: 1. Lobster deviled eggs and fried Lobster with waffles. The food was just okay, but cold. I had to do takeout and eat outside bc the wait was over 2-3 hours long. Overall rating: 5/10. More videos and pictures on my platforms: @CocoaAlmondJoy| CocoasJoy Fried Lobster and Red Velvet Waffle . I have videos & images of the lobster deviled eggs on my platform. That looked messy and thrown together. It was okay, just not worth the price, tbh. I am very disappointed in my experience. read more
6 months ago
Food always consistent. Normally, I am afraid to order something different however I've been back twice within a week . Soul vibes is the place!!! definitely worth more great reviews might add the Cocktails are definitely 10/10 food always hot and consistent. I love the catfish mac & cheese sweet potatoes . Lamb chops are also good tender flavorful , red beans and rice is so good. Thanked me later. Ask for a Shay she's a jack of all trades. Definitely deserve a raise. read more
29 days ago
2 years ago
Absolutely everything was delicious. EVERYTHING! We started with the Hot honey lemon pepper salmon bites, so addictive. We also started with the fried green tomatoes which were tasty as well. For entrees we got the chicken sandwich and the stuffed salmon with the lamb chop add-on. The chicken sandwich was tasty though the chicken breast could have been bigger. The seasoned Fries were perfect. The lamb chops have a sweet tangy reduced sauce that was so good. It was amazing with the garlic potatoes. The stuffed salmon was good and so was the Mac and cheese. Parking was easy on this rainy day. Please get a larger venue! Please. Note: - The place is small and there was a waiting line the entire time we were there. We got lucky because the party before us canceled. Our initial wait was 45mim-1.5hr. - 18% service charge - No refillable drinks - metered park on street read more
11 months ago
I don't usually leave reviews, but my experience was so amazing that I had to let the staff and the world, know. On a random Thursday, my business partner and I decided to grab lunch/happy hour to catch up. I specifically wanted to support a Black-owned business, and she instantly said, "Soul Vibez." As a frequent TikTok viewer, I was excited to finally try it. We arrived right when they opened at 1 PM and were seated in a small cozy booth in the back. Our server came over cheerful and welcoming, asking if we'd had a chance to look at the menu. I told her it was my first time, and she smiled even bigger, sharing all her favorite drinks and how to get the best value. We decided on a tequila flight (blueberry, leche, and strawberry). She headed straight to the bar to make them herself and when I tell you EVERY drink was strong, fresh, and flavorful... I loved it! My business partner then whispered, "You know she's the owner, right?" I said, "No way!" She was so kind, down-to-earth, and personable. When she came back, she said, "Let's start with some appetizers," and recommended her favorites. We went with the deviled eggs with lobster bites and the jerk chicken egg rolls and they did NOT disappoint. Every bite was fresh and delicious. For our entrees, she again highlighted the top sellers and her personal favorites. We ordered the blackened catfish and the stuffed salmon. It didn't take long to come out, and when it did, it was beautifully presented and piping hot. Everything tasted incredible, and the service was consistent, fast, and genuine. The fact that the owner was our server made the experience even more special. I would've never known if my business partner hadn't told me. When we acknowledged it, she just smiled bright and said, "Thank you so much for being here and choosing us." I immediately replied, "See you soon, sis!" I will definitely be back. Y'all go check them out you won't be disappointed! read more
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