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    Southern Kitchen

    4.0 (570 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    SOUTHERN KITCHEN ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Happy hour specials
    Outdoor seating

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    Alaura E.

    Stopped by on a random Tuesday evening and lets say it was the highlight of the week. Service was quick and every server had an amazing attitude and friendliness that made me feel welcome. They have great recommendation and all of our food was delicious. The portions were massive, so be prepared to take a to-go box. I love how nice the restaurant is and the decor. It's super classy and nostalgic inside.

    Cool chandeliers
    Angela F.

    We don't eat Southern Food much because it's typically greasy fried. But my FIL is coming to the area and wants Southern food. We ordered: fried pickles, breaded salmon bites, Southern Kitchen Roll, and Chicken Club Sandwich with a side of collard greens. All which were more than generous portions. Fried Pickles: My husband liked the breading. It was very light and tasty. It didn't stay on though. Breaded Salmon Bites: Delicious. The light breading was perfect, not greasy at all! It came with an in-house made aioli sauce that was just spicy enough. Southern Kitchen Roll: well my husband thought it would be a bread roll. Surprise! it was a type of egg roll. It had chicken and I believe cabbage. It came with a honey sauce. Together it was very good. The cabbage was cooked and gave a sweet taste to the roll. Chicken Club Sandwich: "It was good." my husband said. Collard Greens: I don't know how they can make greens taste sooo good. Atmosphere: I absolutely love the feel of this restaurant. We came in early, 11:30. It was still quiet. The music was a calming cool jazz and some EWF feel. The decor is primarily black and white with some gold accents. Loved the chandeliers. Ladies, if you love Marilyn Monroe visit the bathroom. Guys, think 1930's gangsters in the bathroom. When we left the place was nearly packed. Staff: The most friendly people. The waitress was new so I can't say much other than she was very good. The owner and manager both came to our table. Both were nice. The owner was extremely nice. We'll take my FIL here for sure!! We live about an hour away but still talked about coming back for drinks and atmosphere since we're not big fried food eaters.

    Salmon Cake Sandwich
    Quantina T.

    All southern food restaurants are not created equal. Southern Kitchen is a fan fave in the Richmond area. The overall ambiance is nice, but the service is a tad slow. If you're looking to spend some time and not in a rush then this is the place for you. The food is a little pricey, but I guess it comes with an experience! The salmon cake sandwich is $20 and the fried fish entree started at $28. The main courses were seasoned well. The sides could use a little more love. They weren't bad, but when you come from a southern country family your expectations are high!

    Catfish Bites

    Southern Kitchen is hands down the best soul food restaurant I've ever been to. I ordered the whiting fish with mac and cheese and collard greens, and everything was incredible. The fish was fried to absolute perfection--crispy on the outside, tender and flavorful on the inside. Honestly, it was so good words can't even do it justice. If you're thinking about trying it, don't hesitate--just go check it out! Also, recommend you make reservations.

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    Valencia H.

    Highly requested, a challenge to get a booking, and I see why!! Starting from the grand view when you walk in to the beautiful furniture. We had the pleasure of being seated in the private room last Saturday for my brother's graduation dinner. The cornbread muffins were TOO GOOD! I wish I could order some to Houston right now. We had a large group and everyone enjoyed their food from the meatloaf and fried fish to the turkey wings. I enjoyed the cabbage and mac n cheese. Only regret is I didn't order dessert. We were honestly too full for anything else. Our waiter did well considering how busy it was. Hostesses could've been a bit more welcoming but overall a good experience

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    Tia S.

    As someone who truly loves soul food, anytime I can enjoy it without cooking it myself is already a win--but Southern Kitchen took that experience to another level. Every time I visit Richmond, I try to find at least one solid soul food spot, and this time, I stumbled across Southern Kitchen--and I'm so glad I did. From the moment I walked in, I was impressed. The atmosphere is clean, welcoming, and surprisingly upscale for a soul food joint. It's clear they take pride not only in the food but also in the full dining experience. Our server, Jayden, was an absolute sweetheart--attentive and kind, adding to the overall warmth of the evening. Now let's talk about the food--hot, flavorful, and plated beautifully. I ordered the Catfish and Shrimp with Mac and Cheese, Collard Greens, and Yams. Every bite was seasoned to perfection, comforting yet elevated, and left me full and smiling. This place has earned a permanent spot on my Richmond rotation. I honestly can't wait to return!

    Delicious
    Gina M.

    YES!!! Exceptional Experience at Southern Kitchen, located at 9210 Stony Point Parkway, Richmond, VA 23235. Its hard to found Southern dining that meets my satisfaction when my entire family including myself was raised to cook some of the best Southern dinners. I often leave Southern style restaurants saying "I could have made this at home"... this was not the case We ordered the Fried Catfish Bites, Buttery Cornbread Muffins, Pineapple Upside-Down Cocktail, Sangria, Turkey Wings with cabbage and mac & cheese, and BBQ Fried Chicken with collard greens and sweet potatoes. This dining experience was flawless, with no shortcomings. Ratings: Food - 10/10, Service - 10/10, Drinks - 10/10. The ambiance featured light R&B music in a beautifully designed dining room, creating a perfect atmosphere. Even the ladies' room was tastefully decorated. It is evident that owner Shane Roberts-Thomas successfully achieved her.goal of creating a fine dining experience serving Southern-style cuisine. Our waitress, Jayden, was knowledgeable about the menu and provided excellent recommendations. The only disappointment was their is not a location in Charlotte, NC, which may warrant a road trip. Overall rating: 10/10 Chef's Kiss

    Kitchen sink + Shane's lemonade
    LaCora H.

    Update: new location *make a reservation* I saw people being turned away on a Saturday afternoon. We arrived on time and were seated immediately. It's bright and cheery in here! I love the instrumental Playlist, mostly filled with 90s R&B. The vibe is so good! It took about 10 minutes before our waitress came over but after that....her service was on point. We ordered our apps + drinks and each came out less than 15 minutes. The soul egg rolls were ok; the honey dipping sauce helped. The shrimp appetizer was delicious- perfectly fried shrimp with a sweet chili sauce for dipping. We had two orders of the fried chicken entrée and one turkey wing entrée. There was nothing on our plates that was not good! My friend "cut" the yams with greens but I ate my straight no chaser...I loved how sweet and perfect they were. The greens on my plate as a side were better than the ones in the Southern roll - same for the chicken. The Kitchen Sink and Shane's lemonade were great 21+ drinks for our meals. We skipped dessert but had plenty of food to bring home.

    Fried okra
    Whitney B.

    Love Southwrn Kitchen and recently had a chance to visit their new spot in Stiny Point. The restaurant is very beautiful inside and super spacious! They even have a private dining area for people who may want to hose more intimate events. The service is still spectacular and the food is great! They still have their Happy Hour menu as well. My only grievances are that everything on the menu is almost $1-$3 more and there is no more complimentary corn bread.

    Asia S.

    Although we didn't dine during this visit, our experience at Southern Kitchen's Stony Point location was absolutely wonderful. We sat at the bar for a drink and were immediately impressed by the warm and welcoming customer service. We were greeted twice, once by a staff member and again by the owner, who even stopped by for a brief, friendly chat that made us feel truly valued. The interior is elegant and beautifully designed, creating a refined yet comfortable atmosphere. Having enjoyed their food at their previous location, I'm even more excited to return and experience the menu at this new setting. With service and ambiance like this, I have no doubt the dining experience will be just as amazing!

    FRIED Smothered Pork Chops with Mashed Potatoes with Brown Gravy and green String Beans.

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    Food and atmosphere are amazing! Service is excellent and quick! Location is very accessible for everyone.

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    It was a nice experience ,food was good! but honey... drink your wine before you get there...... 2-3oz for 10-15$ Highway robbery!!!!

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    very friendly staff great food very reasonable hard to find this cooking in Virginia anywhere else I love the decor

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    Ask the Community - Southern Kitchen

    Do they offer a kids menu?

    Yes

    Is there street parking?

    Hi, They have street parking. Enjoy

    Can you make a reservation?

    We do book reservation and we are still in operation. We moved location and now operate at 541 N 2nd Street. We hope to see you soon. You can book either by phone at 804-729-4141 or use our website to book at www.southernkitchenrva.net

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