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

Went to Soul Food Lounge for a birthday dinner. The space is pretty small and every seat was taken,…read moreso there is really nowhere to wait if you do not have reservations. Definitely book ahead. We all ordered the Grand Tasting, which lets you try three entrees plus a beverage. It was so much food but everything was delicious. I had the short rib, fried chicken, and catfish, each with different sides. The only thing I did not really care for was the dressing. They also had live entertainment, which made the vibe even better. Customer service was just okay, but I would still recommend it. I definitely want to try their other location since I have heard the menu is different.

I decided to do takeout here on a Sunday night for dinner. We placed our order online and did…read morepicked it up with no issues. The lady at the counter was very welcoming and joyful. The food was good, but a little bit on the expensive side. We ordered three one entree plates. They came with two sides and a muffin. My wife and son both ordered their fried chicken entree with Mac & cheese and yams, and I ordered their smothered pork chops with yams and collard greens. The fried chicken was good, Mac and cheese was ok, collard greens weren't the greatest. The yams were delicious and the smothered pork chops definitely hit the spot. The food overall was seasoned well, not under seasoned and most importantly not over seasoned. The gravy was really good and the pork chops were cooked perfectly. We also ordered their banana pudding. This one was just ok. Not sure if I'd order it again. We wanted peach cobbler but they were out. Next time we'll order that if it's available. My entire family enjoyed their meal and we will definitely be returning.

Came here on a Sunday for a nice lunch - I chose to dine out. Upon entering I was greeted by a…read moreyoung lady at the bar. I grabbed a menu and she was able to take my order. I chosen the $21.99 meal which is one entree, 3 sides and a dessert. Not bad, right? I waited about 5 minutes before my meal was packaged and handed to me. Should've taken that as a sign. Especially for soul food. Chicken and gravy - decent. The gravy was thick and tasty. Not salty thank the heavens. My issue with the entree was that you could tell the chicken had been sitting in the gravy too long. The crispiness was gone. Corn muffin was basic and small. Nothing special or out of the ordinary. The yams were an absolute no. Definitely canned yams made with no love. same for the collards. The Mac and cheese was alright but it reminds of of the Mac and cheese they serve as the kids table. Overall, for $24.39, the meal fell flat. The peace cobbler held together real well. While I enjoyed popping my head in, I will not be back.

We have been in Oak Park for 2 years and have driven past this place many times. We went in over…read morethe weekend and what a nice surprise. I'm from Atlanta so I know Southern cooking. The food was good and the service nice a friendly.

For some odd reason this restaurant over charged me multiple times. Once I was told we couldn't do…read moreseparate checks when I was having lunch with a co worker and I got the waffle combo for $24 bucks but I charged extra for the wingspan eggs and house potatoes. Otherwise taste is delicious. Just be cautious

Last year, I catered from Vari's (fried chicken/peach cobbler/greens/mac and cheese/homemade…read moredressing/cornbread/and yams) for co-workers visiting our Chicago office from Poland. A couple of weeks ago, while visiting their office in Poland, I was surrounded by a group of seven people who were still raving about that meal! They laughed and asked if I had brought any of the food with me in my luggage. Thank you NETTA for creating food that not only tastes amazing but also leaves such a lasting impression across cultures and continents.

2nd time I try to come here to check it out and they are closed but open everywhere on their…read morewebsite, Apple Maps, DoorDash etc

The food was pretty good. I wasn't sure if the catfish was Swai or real catfish however it was…read moreseasoned really well. My sides of sweet potatoes and cabbage were very tasty. My man's dirty rice was good as well and his lamb chops. My main disappointment was that we were served water in plastic cups and used plastic utensils to eat with. For the cost of the food, and a dine in experience I would expect real silverware and glassware. The space is intimate however, inviting.

A friend sent a video to me that was highlighting five Black-owned restaurants in Chicago. I had…read moregone to one of them and loved their food and service. Seeing that Shake A Leg was not that far from where I live, I decided to drop in to check them out. I ordered catfish with sweet potatoes and macaroni and cheese. I give them high marks for the catfish. It was nicely seasoned and breaded enough to give a crust but not too much that it took away from the meatiness of the fish. Big ups on the crisp to the crust. The sides were perfect, which again I say they deserve high marks. The highlight dish for me was the Cajun pasta that I ordered with shrimp. This reminded me of the same that I enjoyed in Louisiana. There was the right amount of sauce so that the pasta was not drowning in it. The seasoning was neither salty nor overpowering nor all over the place. Plenty room for seating and spread out enough that people are not all on top of each other. I got there early, so it had not packed out as I'm sure it does later in the day. For nights that I don't want to cook, they may get my dollars. The food was certainly worth it.

While visiting Chicago, we had the chance to check out a soul food spot called Soul Vibez-and first…read moreof all, the name alone is a win! The food? Absolutely incredible. There were nine of us dining, and just a heads-up--make a reservation if you plan to go. We didn't have one and ended up sitting at the bar, but honestly, it worked out just fine. The ambiance was great, the bar was spacious, and the service was top-notch. Everyone ordered something different, and of course, I had to sample a little bit of everything from my family's plates just to see if the hype was real... and let me tell you, nothing missed. Every single dish was amazing. I ordered the three chicken wings with macaroni and cheese and collard greens, and it was hands down some of the best I've ever had--so good it made me question my own cooking! I also tried the stuffed chicken breast, baked beans, hot honey chicken sandwich, and a sirloin beef burger. Every bite was flavorful and on point. I can't stress this enough--if you're ever in Chicago, do yourself a favor and check out Soul Vibez. You won't be disappointed.

I would def recommend to make reservations as it fills up quickly. The food can take a little bit…read moreto 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

As usual I'm satisfied with the meal I chose. Baked chicken dark, sweet potatoes and cabbage with…read morea peach cobbler for dessert

Came here for an early Father's Day dinner. This was my first visit. After looking at the website…read moreI knew what I wanted. We arrived and the parking lot was full but I squeezed into a street spot. The line was too the door but they were moving pretty fast. The decor is outdated but that's not what you come for. Loved the history reflected with the photos of customers including former President Obama, current Governor Pritzker and Mayor Johnson. The photos of Jesse Jackson before and after his health deteriorated shows the legacy of this community bedrock. There's also a spot to donate books. This place has changed so have realistic expectations. It is cafeteria style (to go) but you can sit down and eat from your styrofoam container. First the online menu was wrong. We were told that they don't have fish on Sundays. Honestly if I knew that beforehand I wouldn't have gone that day. I decided to get fried chicken, greens and dressing with a side of mac and cheese. The chicken was dry, the greens were a lil salty and the dressing was dry but tasty. I wish i had gotten the gravy on the side. The macaroni and cheese was yummy. My guy got the short ribs, greens and string beans. Like the greens the short ribs were a lil salty. The ribs were cooked to perfection. The meat fell off the bone and melted in your mouth. Overall, I would say try it for yourself. If you like things on the salty side this might be ideal. The meals come with a muffin. It was sweet and so soft that it fell apart in your hands. Please note that individual sides are $3.04 with tax which isn't too bad. You also only get one muffin nit two like the website says. I plan to return on a fish day but it probably won't be soon. I'm optimistic that they will make some changes and update the website.

Been going here since I was a kid. Definitely a suburban staple. I LOVE the Priscilla's punch. My…read morego to is the shrimp dinner.

This restaurant has the worst customer service I've ever seen in my life. You place an order at…read more5pm. You don't walk out of the place with your order until 7pm. They always get your order wrong or they will come to you after you've waited for so long to tell you they ran out of the food you requested two hours ago. There's always a line of people waiting, each customer growing angrier and angrier because they've all been waiting for their food. No food is worth this long wait. Either get more cooks in the back or shut this place down. Uncle Remus, I'm on my way.