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    The Comfort Zone

    4.3 (184 reviews)
    Closed 11:30 am - 8:00 pm

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    THE COMFORT ZONE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Fried chicken and fried fish
    Hoai Huong P.

    I went here for the first time for Plate of Nations. The fish and chicken were fried perfectly. Light and crispy. Nice variety of sides and everything that that homemade feel. Yummy.

    Oxtail, Chicken Wings, Catfish & Sides
    Carol C.

    We ordered the Catfish meal with two sides: collard greens and cheese grits, Oxtails with red beans & rice and the 6 piece chicken wings. Our meal was delicious and came out fresh and piping hot! Our favorites were the catfish and chicken wings, which were lightly breaded and fried well. Also, you get the full wing! They provide packets of Frank's Red Hot for you to enjoy. They have two - two-seat tables in their small dining area that you can reserve. While you're eating in, the food still comes out in take out containers. This worked out for us since we usually have leftovers. Service was friendly and welcoming!

    Pork Chops Meal Collard Greens Mashed Potatoes & Gravy Red Beans & Rice Cornbread
    Romeo G.

    I've visited a couple times now, and The Comfort Zone makes my heart SMILE! Chef and the staff take my order over the phone, I arrive and it's freshly made. The flavors are so incredible and balanced. It's hearty and nourishing. The team members there are so friendly and kind, and they make sure I have everything I need in my order. I highly recommend this place. What I Ordered this time: Pork Chops Meal Collard Greens Mashed Potatoes & Gravy with cornbread and added Chicken Wings Red Beans & Rice

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    Eva M.

    Some logistics first. All the "Inside" photos in Yelp are of a different location. The actual restaurant location has a very small interior with only two two-persons tables and two stools for folks waiting for take-outs. (See my photo) Nothing is wrong with a small restaurant, of course. We drove from a further location, and we much prefer to dine-in instead of driving all the way home and having to re-heat the food. Everyone else got the memo and did take-outs. We were the only ones at the little table eating the food served in the same takeout containers. The restaurant was also having ventilation problems, so the entire restaurant smelled like smoke from the frier. All our clothing smelled like smoke and grease. They apologized, so I appreciate that. The restroom is accessible only when they let you in through the kitchen. Good thing we were the only ones dining in. As far as I can, only three people are working the front and back. They run a tight ship! The Food: Fried Catfish, $21 - 4 Stars Fried catfish is the bomb! Theirs might be the best variant I can remember. The fish is properly trimmed. The cornmeal coating is thin and even. It did not taste greasy at all, which I rarely say for any fried foods. We had two orders of the fried catfish as our protein. Main meals come with choice of two sides. We tried: - Collard Greens ($9 if purchased as a side) - 5 Stars I chose it per her recommendation. She said theirs is the best. Oh, she just might be right! I have had many collard greens that are somewhat bland. Theirs appears to be boiled in a beefy broth, possibly with oxtail, based on the shreds of beef and bits of fat found with the greens. It is so good that I drank the broth! - Mac and Cheese ($9 if purchased as a side) - 3.5 Stars This tasted very good at the beginning. But it cooled quickly, and the crispy bits of cheese became chewy hard bits of cheese. Not so sexy by the end of the meal. - Yams ($9 if purchased as a side) - 2.5 Stars A bit too mushy and quite sweet. Passable but not our fav. - Waffles ($9 if purchased as a side) - 3 Stars When I read waffles, my mind is filled with Belgium waffles. I know I am at a soul food restaurant, and my mind ran the wrong way anyway. Fail, on my part, not them. The good thing is I was full from catfish and collard greens. This became hubby's breakfast. Cornbread, $4 - 5 Stars The main course doesn't come from cornbread, and it would be a crime to not order cornbread. Theirs is wonderfully fluffy and homey, not too dense, not too airy. Just right. All three staff members have some pizzazz. If not for the smoke, I would have really enjoyed b.s.'g with them and hanging out longer.

    Chicken Wings Meal- comes with 3 wings and 2 sides of mac. 4.8/5
    Fatima T.

    Food is amazing, love their Mac n cheese! Very chill place. Service is good, nice customer service, definitely recommend this place if you're looking for some good eats! 3 wings and 2 sides of mac for $21 and strawberry lemonade is $6 large size of mac (not pictured) $9.

    Wonderful service and the food was amazing!!!! Don't walk, run. We will definitely be back.

    Fried chicken, rice, Mac n cheese.

    Yummy- especially if you been craving a home cooked meal. Ms. Miller brought me fried chicken, rice w/ gravy and Mac n cheese. Took a bite of the chicken and it's the best I've ever had. My belly will be full in no time. Thank you for the food, we will be back for more.

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    Darrion H.

    I enjoyed my time here. The food was good at times, but overall passable. The best part was how beautiful the food looked. I even liked that it came in to go containers with larger portions than would have fit in styrofoam. Unfortunately A few things holding me back from loving this place. First, weird dinning set up. It really felt like they haven't gotten over covid regulations. Second, the food was inconsistent. Most places you either get, sloppy overly seasoned extra greasy soul. Or un seasoned very healthy soul. This place was both. Third, my fish was greasier on the inside than my Mac and cheese. Too be honest the Mac looked like it was going to disappoint due to how dry and colorless it looked, but I actually really enjoyed the flavor. The greens were on point. But my fish, it disappointed. So beautiful, but overly crispy breaded and it ended up kind of mushy while trying to break apart and eat. Idk, maybe a lighter grease would help for the fish frying. Maybe plumper filets. Idk. But I doubt I would get more fish. My wings however were tasty. Mixed feelings indeed. Now for my water review, they gave us complimentary bottled water. Nuff said. I'd come back. Not right away, but I'll be back.

    Found a great Soulfood place in Seattle! Must try.

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    Incredible southern comfort food made with soul and heaps of love. It's like a warm hug. Will definitely be back!

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    Very welcoming and wonderful food and service! Felt like visiting family. Highly recommend!

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    Thank you so much. I truly appreciate your kind review!

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    Thank you so much for coming !

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    Food was absolutely was absolutely phenomenal. We received the best service while we sat down and ate. I give everything a 20/10!

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    Thank you so much! I’m so glad you enjoyed your food!

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    Ordered a beef burger from here and it was just okay. Price was high though.

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    The food tastes awesome but wish they served using reusable dishes for dine-in. Also the staff we super kind and helpful.

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    Ask the Community - The Comfort Zone

    Are you all still open?

    The Comfort Zone Restaurant Tuesday-Friday 1pm-8pm Saturday 3pm -8pm 3642 33rd Avenue S, Seattle, WA… Read more

    Are you back open now today after 12, 7/5/22?

    Yes!

    Will you be own New Year's Day?

    I am still trying to get staff Commitment for New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day. I won’t know for sure till Tuesday.

    What are your happy hour times?

    We don’t currently have happy hour. We are currently negotiating with The Esquire to re-establish the bar opening prior to 8pm.

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