This place was ok. Our waiter was really nice. He made sure we had everything we needed. At the table we had the lamb chops, shrimp and grits and blackened catfish. The shrimp and grits sauce was sweet and kinda watery, didn't like it too much. The catfish was ok, nothing to rave about. The sides were good. Solid place to check and support, but nothing to rave about. read more

My husband and I had gone for date night. My husband had gone to the restroom and as I'm sitting there I could see in the kitchen. This guy is staring at me and twisting his HAIR! Yes!!! HIS HAIR!!!!!!!!!!! My first instinct was to leave. Someone closed the swing door, then I see him doing odd jobs and not handling any food. Wheww!!!! My husband returns and without me saying a word, he says "it should be some requirement for hairnets in food establishments". Uhm Yeah message to owners and dude locking his twist! The FOOD: First let me say, Being a child of southern parents..I know a thing or two about good eating. The salmon/shrimp was delicious. I would definitely try it again. The Jerk/BBQ shrimp is a complete rip off. The four medium-ish shrimp sitting on soggy bread for approx $12.00 was so not worth it. The fried green tomatoes were okay. Sauce was good though. The asparagus was cooked just right, but no seasoning hit my palette. My husband had fried chicken. He stated it was seasoned really good, but the chicken was so dried out. He felt the mac & cheese was Kraft sproused up. And the dirty rice was spicy & flavorful. He said the corn bread was the best part of his meal. Bro...cornbread? Okay! SERVICE: Being such a small establishment, we didn't have to wait long for our food and our wait staff was visable at all times. Funny thing!! My salmon/shrimp entree came with mashed potatoes, but when my husband asked if he could have mashed potatoes as his side dish...he was told, it was not an option for sides outside of the entree. Not even an option to upcharge..just flat out NO and walked away! And last.. the waitress didn't ask if we wanted change back... Just straight Gee'd our $20.00. Although we intended for her to have it...she didn't extend courtesy to inquire if we wanted change back. read more

I got takeout from here tonight and it was delicious! I would definitely order from here again. I ordered the fried chicken platter which came with two sides and a bottle of sweet tea. The chicken (you can choose if you would like dark or white meat) was tender and juicy. I loved the flavoring of the breading -- perfectly crispy without being too heavy. The Mac and cheese was thick and seasoned nicely with some extra spices without giving it too much of a kick. The sweet potatoes were so sweet, candied and seasoned with some cinnamon on top. The sweet tea was extremely sweet as well but makes for a refreshing drink and complements the food nicely. Great meal! Thank you! read more

Best food I've had in a restaurant in a loooooooong time. Simple menu. Well made dishes. Perfectly seasoned food that wasn't salty. Kind, engaging staff. I will DEF return. Thumbs waaayyyyy up. Don't drive too fast, or you'll miss it. It's small and quaint, but the ambiance is cute. Can't wait to go back! read more

Me and a few friends are here a couple of days ago... I will never go back! Can anyone explain to me why my crab leg claws are this dark??? I think they either burnt them, reheated them, they're old OR all of the above! I ended up eating them because my friends convinced me that it was the juice that made them appear dark however after cracking them, i saw that the meat was hard and kind of dried out! Not only that, they were very salty! The mashed potatoes were good and the corn was okay but I could tell that it had been sitting in water! Also, one of my friends ordered the fried chicken and it was very dry and on the salty side. This restaurant is overrated and I'm so disappointed because I was all excited because of the consistently great reviews. Never again!!! read more

Soule - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

This was like a 3.5 star review because while the lamb was wonderfully cooked and seasoned, the sides were a miss. I believe Dirty Rice and asparagus came with this entree. The Dirty Rice was very salty which left me unable to eat it, (and I love salty food) and the asparagus was way over cooked, basically mush. However the lamb and the jerk shrimp were to die for! Please make sure to try those as they were really delicious! You couldn't substitute sides which a lot of restaurants do, so I did not inquire about sending the dish back. The service and atmosphere were all good, they even have a waitress that will sang if you catch the the right song on. read more

Soule - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Catfish was bomb. Fried chicken was average. Mac and cheese was pretty good. Sweet potatoes were also solid. Peach cobbler. FUEGO read more

We went to Soule because we heard such great reviews about the food. And it didn't disappoint. From the appetizers to the main course, everything was amazing. I can't say enough about the blackened salmon and pasta. We also tried a rum punc, which was made by one of the servers, Jamel. Delicious. The owner was there, which was a treat, and our server, Jamel was great. A must try! read more

Delicious! Everything I have tried on their menu(fried catfish, garlic shrimp appetizer, jerk shrimp appetizer, fried chicken, dirty rice, candied yams) was delicious! I read more

This was my 1st time going, but it definitely won't be the last time. The food and staff was excellent. Shout out to the maître and our waitress Linda. Everyone was so polite. read more

First time trying here, great food for the price the portion size can be better, ordered blakened catfish and shrimp, i only got 2 small shrimp, other places I tried would of at least gave more shrimp or they could of at least been jumbo, the banana pudding had a horrible after taste and it came in a little tiny cup worth $5 this pudding is worth at least $3 I had better pudding at better places worth the money and price. Overall place was good but again portion sizes can be better for the price. read more

awesome "soul food"! Only place with an old school appeal... loved everything.... apps, drinks, food, desserts! Definitely on the list to return read more

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Yo what up Yelpers!!! Had to take some time for Soule!!! This is one place where the reviews already speak for themselves! I RARELY give a 5 star but this place was so good I did come back the very next day and for the fact that it's black owned I'm rooting for this place extra hard!! The owner was on site when I was there both times and she is super into her business and the happiness of her customers. Family staff and they actually seem like they're enjoying themselves especially when the music is playing. I got the catfish both times (fire and again that just means really good!) favorite sides for me: greens, Mac n Cheese, and the yams. Fried chicken from my friends and family that came with me is legit. Matter of fact the second time everyone got something different and everyone was pleased, which is hard to do with my circle. Do yourself a favor and check out Soule, the Soule Punch is off the chain especially if you can add some spirits ! And don't leave without getting some peach cobbler WITH ice cream for the $7 stop being cheap and do it! You won't regret it, probably the best thing on the menu! I'm not sure how long this place will stay somewhat low key but it's small an I'm worried it will get like Batter & Berries too much volume and long wait times which can ruin the experience. Hopefully they can expand, but the art work on the walls and the vibe all legit. Soule is staple in my book for now. Until next time, cheers! read more

Me n my girlfriend went here on a Sunday afternoon, she ordered fried green tomatoes to start. There were 4 on the plate, they looked ok but she never said if they were yummy. I ordered the salmon and shrimp (with a garlic and spinach sauce) over mashed potatoes. There was 2 shrimp on the plate!!!! 2! Anyways, on to the flavor. It was a MISS for me. She had fried chicken, mac n cheese and greens. She said her chicken was bland. Then there was an issue when the girl rang up our food. Would I go back? NEVER! Would I recommend this place? If you go for decor, yes! Because it was pretty and inviting but if you go for good food, NO! read more

Wonderful black-owned spot. This restaurant plays R&B music. My husband and I had the "Soule" punch which was good and sweet. We had the jerk chicken wings as an appetizer, highly recommend. Then, I had the blackened salmon pasta as my entree with a side of greens and my husband had the honey drizzled chicken with asparagus and dirty rice. The food was sssoo good. The cook Rob did his thing with this meal. read more

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Discovered this place on the Michelin guide and booked this reservation in advance to enjoy with some friends. We all decided to have the Salmon W/Shrimp. You have the option to have it jerk or regular for which we all opted to do jerk and wow....the portion size is insane yet I finished all of it. If you want a salmon meal that doesn't disappoint, this is the place to go. I don't know if I would have like it without the jerk sauce as I enjoy well seasoned foods! Not pictured is the banana Pudding and peach cobbler we all shared after. We got the original banana Pudding. I would say both are very good but if I were to choose just one, it would be the peach cobbler which is served with vanilla ice cream. Enjoy yall. read more

I think "comfort food" doesn't do this restaurant justice. The dishes were a bit more elegant than what I think of as comfort food. I had the shrimp and grits along with the green beans and smoked turkey. Both were extremely flavorful. My wife had the salmon and shrimp which was also excellent. I liked the fact that the restaurant is simple, understated. It has a limited menu and for that reason the food comes out really fast. The music and decor are very relaxing, unpretentious, yet enjoyable. Prices are very reasonable. I was surprised that there was no wait to get in but that means immediate seating for all who are interested! read more

Really good food, rating isn't about the food. Customer service sucked. I am a mixed woman(black and Mexican), but I pass for Mexican due to my complexion and came in with my mother(who is full mexican) and we were looked at like we didn't belong there or something. Overall a super uncomfortable experience. Certain members of the staff and customers alike were giving us looks as if we had trespassed. Waiter was excellent, kind and didn't treat us out of place so I was more than happy to tip. Y'all need new staff or some customer service training and to learn how to not stare at people or give them looks when the come in and are of different race. I was highly offended and uncomfortable, especially being someone who is half African American and someone who was just trying to support a black owned business as well. Never again. read more

Soule - Fried cat fish and macaroni. - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

The catfish was fried to perfection, so crispy and flaky! The Mac and cheese and sweet potatoes were good too. Will def order again omg

My girlfriends and I dined here for the first time tonight. Great choice! Food was absolutely delicious and came out super fast. Atmosphere and music was very sophisticated. Waitress was super friendly. Owner came out and greeted us as well. I will be back! read more

As much as I hate to give a bad review for a black owned establishment, I was given no choice. I was there to celebrate a birthday with a table of 5. Everything started out great, appetizers coming back hot and quickly. Things went down hill after that. The waitress forgot to put in our food order after waiting 45 minutes. When the food arrived at 7:45 ( we had been there since 5:30) I was given the wrong side and also had to wait another 15 minutes for the second side. Remember, we were there for a birthday they could have offered to comp a dessert, drink or something. The thought never crossed her mind. The waitress Donna had the nerve to think she was getting an extra tip on top of the 20% mandatory gratuity. The food was subpar, I had been to the location on Chicago many of times and this was not a good impression for my friend's first time experience. Needless to say we won't be returning anytime soon. read more

I dine out frequently, and have never had a dining experience like this at a restaurant- it felt like we were at a big family gathering with lots of cousins and lots of great food. At one point, they turned up the music and staff/guests actually started dancing, singing along. Reminds me of a bedtime story my son loves called "Full, Full, Full of Love." Soule will warm your heart. And the food is delish. You will be glad you came. FYI: its byob with a bottle service fee ($10), street parking is plentiful, there will probably be a wait (for seating as well as service), and there's a 90 minute limit on your experience (reasonable, in my opinion, bc the atmosphere is so inviting, you might want to stay all day!). read more

We visited this place on a Friday night. It was during some type of festival at the time but we were able to be seated quickly. The place is pretty small but looks to be able to accommodate medium groups. We tasted the Bbq shrimp as an appetizer and it was amazing! For an entree I had the Fried Chicken and it was delicious, the mustard greens were seasoned well and the macaroni was delicious! The cornbread was moist and very good. They allow you to bring in your own bottle for a surcharge which was great! I wanted to try the pasta but it's no longer on the menu. They have a signature punch they make but I personally didn't care for it maybe being that I like something a little sweeter. The owner was there and all the staff was very nice. I would definitely go back when back in town! Another plus is that this is a black owned business!! Definitely have to support my own! read more

We had reservations for 2pm which is when the restaurant opens. We were quickly sat and drink orders were taken. The restaurant is small and was already full. Drinks from the bar was slow to come. Food was tasty. I got the fried catfish which was a little salty. Portions were ridiculously small. While I loved the look and feel of the restaurant, I can help but feel a little cheated while walking away. There is absolutely nothing special about this menu and the way the food is prepared. The only thing that makes it better than my meals at home is that I didn't have to cook it. It was a nice experience but I will never go back due to the unreasonable and unjustified pricing. read more

First, when I called to place an order, they asked me if I could call back later, because they had too many orders. I had to call several times to even get through. But when I went in to pick up, the phone was ringing and ringing, and the guy was sitting right next to it, NOT answering it. The catfish was cooked well, but needed more seasoning. I've had much better catfish from many places. The sweet potatoes were nothing special, I did not taste any distinct seasonings and they needed more sweetness. The Mac & Cheese was good. My friend got the salmon and he said the portion size seemed smaller than when he had ordered it for dine in before. It definitely didn't look like a $24 meal to me. He said it still tasted good though. Then we ordered two peach cobblers. I was shocked when I opened the containers and saw that both were only half full. It looked as though they took one full order of peach cobbler and divided it into two containers, and the containers aren't even that big. To make it worse, they didn't give us any ice cream, despite the menu saying that the peach cobbler is served with ice cream. If they're not doing ice cream for carry out or whatever the case is, they definitely don't need to be charging $7.00 for that, especially when the container was only half full???!!! The peach cobbler was good though, I was just disappointed in the price for the portion size we were given, and the lack of ice cream. Overall, based on this being my first experience, I don't think I would come back here. I don't feel like we got our money's worth at all for the $75 we spent. Nothing about my meal blew me away. The best parts were the Mac & cheese and the peach cobbler, that's why I'm giving two stars. But I've had much better soul food from multiple places and for a fraction of this price, so I can't justify spending $75 here. read more

Delicious food. Sophisticated urban atmosphere. Multicultural clientele. Perfect for date night.

I visited the restaurant on July 22nd with a friend and wanted to suggest a few things regarding customer service. I understand that with Covid, business hours and management has changed, but we waited an hour and a half for our food. We thought that was extremely too long after being told by an employee the wait would only be 20-30 minutes long. I think it would be great if you all notified your customers of a wait that will take longer than 20-30 minutes on: 1) Yelp or 2) Online platforms (social media pages and restaurant website) Other than that, the food was delicious! I would love to visit again.. read more

Haven't even tried my food yet, but I'm sure it's great judging by the heavy traffic this restaurant receives. However the customer service was on point. Definitely will be returning. The owner is real! read more

The Positive: enjoyed and loved the atmosphere, music, cultural art and presentation of the venue. The food was reasonably priced and hot upon being served. The Negative: we waited for over an hour to get food. We came about 15 minutes after it opened and was immediately seated as it was not crowded yet. The waitress came shortly after and took our orders. As we waited, 3 groups of people came in after us, were seated and served with their food after ordering. 2 of the three groups also used the same waitress as us. After an hour, the waitress finally came over and said sorry for the wait, your food should be coming out. It honestly felt as if she was ignoring us so she wouldn't have to give a statement about our wait time. In that hour wait, she never came back to check on us, to see if we needed more water, etc. Even after our food was served, she never came back to check on us. We had to ask another waitress for containers and our bill. The poor service and wait time killed the food experience for us, as at this point we were ready to go, especially seeing that we only had 90 minutes to be there (according to the website on weekends) and we had already been there 70 minutes by the time the food came. Overall the food was decent. read more

The food was great and the service was top notch! Decent prices and all around great ambiance! I would definitely go back. read more

Soule - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Very nice, intimate spot. Great for a date night or gather with no more than 4 people. Nice atmosphere and a friendly staff. The food was good! I had the fried catfish, mac and cheese, green beans, and sweet potatoes. Everything was flavorful and well seasoned. Good portion sizes too. The Soule punch is a really good drink. I'll definitely be back. read more

Excellent food and vibe. Clean restaurant, staff is very nice and helpful. Highly recommend.

Good food from good people; found the staff to be overwhelmingly friendly and willing to offer suggestions. This, as it turns out, wasn't totally necessary as everything we tried was good. Our party basically got every side, for which the greens, green beans and dirty rice were standouts. Fried chicken, bbq shrimp and fried green tomatoes were great too; excited to come back and try the catfish. read more

To the point: black businesses don't expect to be supported just Because you are black owned. Waiting an extra 45 after being told 1 hour is ridiculous, are you guys doing your own fishing! Waited 1 45 minutes food is too salty, over salting doesn't mean tasty. It was not edible, just too much salt. Drove 20 min for pickup but didn't feel like driving back for an exchange. I believe the entree would have been tasty if it were not so salty. I'm willing to try one more time, ( when I have no additional plans)dine in of course so I can be specific about telling them to ease up on the sodium. Would suggest going during the week before 6pm. read more

First and foremost, the food was amazing! Everything tasted great I just wish I had more in the serving to price ratio. Was quite expensive for the actual food you get. I ordered the Salmon with "shrimp" and was disappointed that it only came with literally 2 (two) small....pieces of shrimp. Then there were a lot of side fees and cost that were unusual and unexpected. Not a bad experience overall though. Service was ok, but they definitely need a bigger venue! Worth the wait if you have nothing to do! read more

Soule - Salmon with "shrimp" - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

My boyfriend and I were visiting his family in Chicago and wanted to take them out to a nice restaurant. We received a number of recommendations from a coworker, and this restaurant absolutely exceeded our expectations! We had a larger group than was typical for their tables, but they were extremely accommodating and were able to fit two small tables for our party. The food was excellent. We started with jerk chicken wings and fried green tomatoes which were delicious. I had the shrimp and grits which were rich and decadent. Many at our table had fried chicken which was cooked perfectly, moist on the inside and crispy on the outside. Others had the salmon and shrimp - this was tender and well seasoned. One of the kids at the table doesn't love fish, but ended up munching on his mom's leftover salmon! We finished with peach cobbler and cake, both of which were hits. My boyfriend's family gave many compliments.... This was their first creole food experience and it was great one!!! read more

I had lamb chops Mac n cheese, and string beans. IT WAS TERRIBLE! Everything! I didn't like the sauce for the lamb chops, I asked for them to be well done and they were still red in the inside. The macaroni and cheese was the worst I've tasted. And the strings beans didn't have any seasoning. I left with a plate full of food and they didn't even off to take it off my tables bill when they asked me did I want a to go box I said NO. Then to top off the bad food I went on a Wednesday as soon as they opened (it wasn't crowded) and the waiter still kept forgetting about my table. read more

Soule - lamb chops Mac n cheese, and string beans - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Worth the wait. Worth the wait. Worth the wait. Intimate setting, not too flashy not too dull, and very kind servers. The food was unbelievable. Seriously, though. Will come back again and again with all the people I know. Chicago foodies have another restaurant to add to their bucket list!!! :) read more

Small place food was ok waited about a hour order fish no fish so I had to go with chicken, fried to order very crispy needed a little seasoning on the meat. read more

Soule - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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I've been wanting to come here since they first open. They didn't disappoint. I ended up getting the fried catfish, sweet potato, greens and the dirty rice. I wanted to make sure I tasted everything because I don't live in the city and its hard to get to. I was stuff trying to finish everything. The waiter with the locs had a lot of patiences and deserve the tip I left for him. That guy needs a raise! You know the food is good when people waited almost an hour for their table. The music choice was great too. They are going to need a bigger space soon. read more

Soule - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Chicago, Illinois