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    Sweet Jam Cafe

    4.4 (42 reviews)
    InexpensiveAmerican
    Open 11:00 am - 3:00 pm

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    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

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    Zhigen L.

    Came here for Sunday buffet with friends. They also had entrees if you didn't want to do the buffet. Buffet started at noon. I had three plates of food from the buffet section, tried a small portion of everything. The food were good, pig feet dipped in a bit of vinegar, fried chicken , oven baked chicken, tender ribs, and all the sides. I will come back again. I like the fact if you have leftover from buffet, you will be charged for it to go, so that you aren't wasting food. The server was kind and friendly. She made sure we were ok as we waited for the buffet and kept us updated on the wait time.

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    Sabrina H.

    Omg this place is heaven!!! First time trying and Im in love! The place is cozy and staff is very inviting. The sweet potato pancakes by far were the best pancakes I have ever had. Fluffy, moist and just the right amount of sweetness. Eggs were scrambled perfectly and not over or under done. Grits were a perfect consistency. I will definitely be back.

    Oooooh my!!! ooooh my!!!! So I came here for lunch. And the food was pretty darn good. The only thing I had to complain about was getting to this business. So GPS took us straight to the graveyard by the Zoo. It was kind of weird... Cause we look around like. Why? Would a restaurant be in the graveyard. So I scratch my head and was like let me call this business to find out exactly were they were located. When I called I couldn't really understand what the guy was saying on the phone. He kept saying they were in ocean view and there's a bench outside. Then I started to get a little annoyed. So I hung up... And called back and a lady pick up and I ask her if she can just give me a land mark of what's next to their business. She did and I went on goggle and zoomed that place in to find the exact location. lol! We finally found it!!!! And it was woooorth it!!! It seems like it's a new restaurant too. It was very clean. And the staff were friendly and very funny. I will definitely be back!!!! Oh!!! Let me not forgot!!! I got the friiied chicken, carrot souffle, and mac and cheese. And a sweeeettt potato piiieeee... Let me tell you I took a nap afterwards. It was like PreThanksgiving.Well with fried chicken instead.Lol!

    Izell T.

    Just became the 4th Yelp reviewer for this establishment, and guess what the 5 star trend continues! While visiting friends discovered this great little place. 1st of all, if you come here you will learn what true southern food is. You walk in and your greated by Alva, she gives you the rundown of the menu. I enjoyed the basics, fried chicken wings, mac and cheese and a delicious carrot souffle, that I would of sworn was yams. To keep a long story short I was surprised. If your in Norfolk pay them a visit, it will put a smile on your face and satisfaction to your taste buds!

    L.A. B.

    This is a small personable style soul food restaurant close to the Ghent Area off church street in downtown Norfolk, Va. We are here for lunch. We were seated immediately and ordered shortly after being seated. It was 7 other customers and it took about (20-25) minutes to receive our food. Not sure if takeout would have been quicker. So if you are in a rush you may want to wait until you have time to dine. On the other hand the food was fresh and good. French Fries and Pollock, and French Fries and Vegan Wrap custom made. Again the food and the Arnold palmer was good.

    Mmm, Sweet Potato Pancakes. Smells heavenly

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    Get a lot of food for the money and everything is delicious Would definitely recommend it It was a diamond in the rough

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    The BEST Mac N Cheese in Norfolk. The food is fresh and well seasoned. Hopefully they get a larger facility soon.

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    Great service with good food and nice, cool atmosphere. I went on Sunday right before the buffet and enjoyed my breakfast.

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