Whenever we have a family reunion on my dad's side of the family, the last day (Sunday) is always…read morespent at my home church. For our most recent reunion, we had Mama Nem catered for our meal. We had chicken, baked and fried, macaroni and cheese, greens, and cornbread. Firstly, the fried chicken was delicious! It was seasoned and fried perfectly. The greens were delicious too, not too salty but definitely seasoned very well. The macaroni and cheese was also very delicious. It wasn't too hard or chewy, something I dislike about some, but it also had a very nice cheese flavor. Additionally, working with them for the catering process was amazing. They were extremely kind and accommodating for our family and this large meal. My parents visited once before our reunion and told me that they loved it so I had high hopes when I heard they were catering. They did not disappoint. I plan to go very soon to try some of their other meals as its definitely high up on restaurants I want to try.

I love a good Southern spot with classic meat-and-three options((in this case two)), and this…read morerestaurant delivered that same homey, comforting vibe -- plus a bar, which was a nice touch! The line was long, but they kept things moving with someone taking orders, which made the process efficient. We didn't get a chance to actually see the food line until we got closer to the front but if we had, we would've chosen something different. Still, our meal overall was good. The greens and the rice with gravy could've used a bit more flavor.The red velvet cake, unfortunately, was a 0/5 for me. For the price -- about $40 -- I'm not sure it was fully worth it, but I WOULD go back to try other menu items.

They were very welcoming and the serving sizes were insane! We don't live nearby but we were at UAB…read morefor an event for our son and we all thought that some real soul food sounded incredible! It was about a 10 minute drive from UAB on a weekend. If they were closer to us, we'd definitely be back sooner!

We got the fried fish and fried chicken wings, both were good. our sides were collard greens and…read morefried corn, great taste. The service was top notch, served with a smile. I love these places, take you back to a sweeter time. This restaurant has a feeling of home, with the expectation of a good meal, and did not disappoint...

My first time at Gabriella's was recently. This place gets really busy..... fast! When I arrived,…read more there were about 2 ppl already present and ordering at the hot bar. It's kind of hard to tell what all the food options are, so I had to ask what some stuff was. I managed to get a meat and 2 instead of a meat and 5! There were quite a few veggie options that looked amazingly delicious! I do not recommend coming here hungry or hangry. Ok, sooo I love meat loaf so naturally that's what I got. I also got collards and cornbread dressing & yes they had cranberry sauce. Everything was good tasting. The meatloaf was a little sweet to my taste so I probably wouldn't order it again. The veggies were not over seasoned or overcooked. I will definitely comeback here bc there is still just so much I wanna try. The staff is nice and took care of the crowd. I even witnessed them give a person in need food, as they were about to dig in the restaurant's garbage can outside for scraps. Made me count my blessings.. all of them! There is street parking only. I didn't have any issues parking on a Sunday afternoon. The inside of this restaurant is not big but I was comfortable dining in.

Good southern food on a Sunday afternoon while visiting. Couldn't tell from the Yelp pictures but…read moreit's a really small restaurant with food displayed buffet style behind the clear partition that they serve you in a container. Only about 3 people at a time can hold inside before it's starts getting crowded. It stay pretty busy. Options are 1 meat with two sides or 2 meats with three sides combination. A la cart is available as well. They have ice tea or lemonade drinks in a cup that they also serve you. Lemonade was good. There's a very small counter to pay after you order. Fry chicken is tasty with perfect crisp. Collard greens were seasoned well and perfect texture. Yams (my favorite) was perfect - flavorful, not too sweet and firm but not hard. Both of us thought the Black eyed peas looked really good but taste bland. I would have preferred it without the Okra. I didn't see that when I ordered. One in our group commented the meat loaf was good. The dressing was really good too - well seasoned and tasty. After paying there's a dining area for self seating. It serves the purpose to sit and eat but definitely could use sprucing up along with the restrooms. Please seriously consider! It would make the experience much more pleasant to enjoy their delicious food. I took off two stars for that reason and yes it's that unpleasant as the tables/chairs are also too clustered together. The chairs don't fit around the table properly. Overall good southern food at a reasonable price and recommended. Skip dining in if you don't have too. Just my two cents.

My mom and I used to attend church in Bessemer, and Bre's was on our rotation of places to eat…read moreafter service. I haven't visited here in about 4 years before my mom passed. Mom would buy hundreds of dollars in gift certificates every Christmas for her church friends to enjoy a lunch or two on her. I remember the owner being super sweet and accommodating to my dear mother and her requests. Top notch customer service! As for the food, the rotation varied daily. Most of my visits were on Sundays, but I do remember a couple of trips during the week to try the lasagna, which was delicious. I really enjoyed the Mac and cheese, and Caribbean grilled pork chops. The desserts were great too, however I think I remember the owner partnering with another business to supply the cake slices, so the choices varies. The inside was always very clean and classy and pleasant to sit and enjoy your meal. I miss this place! I will visit soon to add some photos to my review.

They are opened 11-3pm. They were crowded with folks in line to eat there and take out like me…read more The kitchen is restocking the steam line as needed. Unfortunately there was a short wait on several items I wanted so I went with the Caribbean Chicken, yellow rice & fried corn. Corn was seasoned well but needed 35 mins in convection oven to cook completely. I don't understand why they don't cook it more so it isn't crunchy? Their chicken sauce was delicious. Spicy and sweef, but not too spicy. Chicken breast (yes only 1 piece of chicken) was dry even with the sauce. I chewed it and then threw it to my happily waiting dog. Skin was fatty like and my dog got it too. I use the Hawaiian roll they pulled out the bag unheated and unbuttered to sop up that sweet chili sauce and buttered corn juice. There's a reason I don't go there often. I want to support BOBs but I've been disappointed two days in a row. I considered getting a sweet tea but their price is ridiculous when not eating there and I can get refills. I got a cup of ice and 1 Liter of Lipton Tea from the corner store for $1.75. Enough tea to sip on all night for half the price of a cup of tea there. I admit I must be the issue, because they were doing a brisk business of repeat and new customers. I kid you not a lady apologized for jumping the line to just look at the steam line. I'm sure she played the middle age lady high on weed in a Tyler Perry movie. I wanted to ask her if that was her but she was deciding on her lunch very intensely. She got her tray and sat down to attack her meal in a way that said leave me alone. The facility is clean and organized. The owner is on top of the kitchen when trays are running low. She is making sure her line moves quickly. For $13 and change for a meat and two I will be back. Just not soon. There are items available not on the daily menu. For instance they had spaghetti and seafood lasagna.

excellent staffing up front. most helpful…read more most importantly our meal arrived fast and hot. not to mention good. don't miss the beef tart with jerk sauce or the gravy smothered pork chop.

As Duke, I declare and decree this Soul Food Cafe as the best restaurant in Hoover, AL…read more This hidden gem isn't so hidden, in fact, it is well known beyond the City. We frequently visit this location and the ambience is always 10 out of 10. The staff is well versus with the climate of the customers. They often check to make sure you have everything you need, plus a little bit more. The smiles and the vibrant welcome in this restaurant is superb. To describe the food is beyond comprehension in words, I believe after trying the catfish plate the crispiness of the outside golden shell, the melting texture and the moisture of the inside of every catfish is superb with every bite and is a 10 out of 10. My goal is to try the whole menu! 10 out of 10

Best!!! Chitterlings was slamming Fantastic food and great service definitely was worth the wait!…read moreWon't be disappointed..

This place is HISTORICALLY FAMOUS. If you looking for good home cooked food, this place is amazing…read more Services excellent you are in and out unless you choose to dine in. If you are looking for great desserts like peach cobbler this is it. If you are an old head from Alabama then you know. This is a family own business and very consistent. The ambiance is a whole down south down home feel! AMAZING!!

I kept hearing about this place on the radio and decided to try it after church. Well, others must…read morehave had the same idea, because the line was out the door. Fortunately, the Pastor had just given a sermon on "wait for it" which is exactly what I had to do. Although the line was long, the people were very friendly and kind, giving the restaurant a family vibe.I was pleasantly surprised to see so many young people working in all areas of the restaurant showcasing their professionalism while being polite. are all so polite. Now, let's get to the food.... The greens, pinto beans and Mac n' cheese were all seasoned to perfection. The servings were more than enough. The food is GOOD!!! 1 meat and 2 sides or vegetable plate, your choice. Plenty of seating. Great place for a friend's meetup, class meetup, church meetup, baby shower or any celebration!

1st: Yelp hours are wrong. They don't open until 11:00 AM. Not 10 like Yelp says. I didn't hold…read morethat against them since that might be a Yelp issue. Even standing at the door at 11:05 the door was locked. Staff saw me but failed to acknowledge me. 6 mins later someone leaving explained they were running behind and would be opening soon. They left but I appreciate their information. I sat at one of the dining tables outside and then went to my car and turned the AC on. An older lady using a walker showed up next and then another customer. They wondered why the doors were still locked too? Before they walked off I shared the information I received. There was a gentleman doing paperwork in the lower dining room that ignored his customers at locked doors over 15 minutes passed opening time. Finally at 11:22 someone nonchalantly unlocked the doors to customers that waited for them to open. There wasn't an apology, an explanation nor any appreciation for people waiting to give them our money. Their menu listed baked chicken and dressing on that day's menu. I saw leg quarters in a cream gravy! I asked if there was any white parts of the chicken? Nope only thigh and legs was the curt answer. That's something that should be listed on their menu. I came for the chic/dress and I hate dark pieces! I got the chopped steak over dressing instead of the rice he offered. Mac/cheese and Pinto Beans. No rolls only corn bread. I dislike corn bread too but will eat it smothered in butter and honey. They don't offer butter. I didn't even ask about honey at the point. The muffins are supposed to be Mexican corn bread. I didn't see nor taste any jalapeño but nonetheless it was delicious just the same. My dog was happy they give such large servings of beef steaks. I had two 1.25 lbs of their hand formed chopped patties. More than I could eat. The brown gravy was decent. Even over the dressing. It had too much sage! I picked out on my tongue sage pieces twice. Otherwise it was good. I asked for cranberry sauce and she pulled an uncovered pan of discolored, halved served cranberry sauce out the fridge. There were remnants of various other food crumbs in it. I don't know if there was a film from being uncovered that changed the color or it had been in the fridge too long? I wasn't taking any chances with it. Hopefully when I told her "No thanks, I'm passing on that"! She caught my issues and dumped it. They need to improve their standards to prevent having to dump half a gallon of grimly looking ingredients. Another customer asked if Bread Pudding is only available on certain days? The cashier's bleak answer was "Yes". Instead of upselling and informing customers the days the bread pudding is sold!?! She just said yes. She's the same one that opened the door without thanking customers for waiting on them to do business? I paid almost $15 to only eat 1/4 of the beef, corn muffin and pinto beans. I was there opening day and left because the line was so long. Hence I was expecting better Customer Service, truth in the daily menus posted on their website and decent miscellaneous food. Butter for instance. Proper handling of refrigerated goods needs to be improved. Had someone, anyone had apologized for the delay I would not even mention it here. Attention to Customer Service Skills are paramount to the success of a new business. It hurts me to give a two to a BOB, but this is my honest assessment of my visit. Having to wait over 20 minutes for them to unlock the doors is ridiculous. Especially when there's an elderly lady depending on a walker. They should have welcomed customers inside to sit at a table, while they finished stocking the steam table. Offered her something to drink. Unfortunately, they won't get but one time to see me at their locked door, not acknowledging me while pointing me out to coworkers. On opening day I prayed for their continued success. Even the gentleman doing paperwork failed to find the need to apologize for their shortcomings. He needs to know if things continue like this, he won't have paperwork to complete on a business that's closed. Why don't they offer mash potatoes? Or rolls for those cat don't eat corn bread. Their online menu should be clearer about the days desserts are available. If the staff isn't warm and fuzzy, then the food better be on fire! The

Yelp. Finally made it to KShena's brick and mortar! VERY NICE. This quaint, cute, tucked lunch spot…read moreis the perfect lunch meet up for a date or couple of friends. Especially with this nice staff and good food. Thank y'all. Now, I'm here for this food. I'm alone. I got the cheese burger and fry with a can Coke . Food is hot, fresh and good. It's not a lot, I don't eat a lot, but for someone that does, it's not a 20.00 burger. It was good and I enjoyed it. So, y'all already know, I'll be back.

Pros: Nicely decorated, prices are fair, nice staff Cons:…read moreCan get crowded on Sundays so come early, food was just ok, more attention to details needed for a satisfactory customer experience My friend and I visited here this summer. To be honest, I can't remember much about the food. When that happens, it means it wasn't anything that stood out about it. What I do remember is the macaroni being cold. Not cool but cold. My friend went to the owner to tell him about it. The owner stated that they had taken it out of the oven too fast. He proceeds to bring my friend out a hot serving. But what about me? Common sense would've told him that if his was cold, mine was too since it came out of the same pan. I didn't want to say anything when he came to the table to ask if we were ok. Maybe I should have told him. But my friend did that already. Sigh. I'm not sure I will return because it's not in my neck of the woods and we have several restaurants closer to my area that offer the same type menu. I wish them the best and hope that they have continued success and improved customer service.

I made a last minute order for a half pan of Mac for Thanksgiving and that was some amazing…read morestuff!!! It was cheesy, gooey and done the right way. They offered service half pan options from meat, sides to desserts. Very quick responses and great service for my need. I've visited the Sunday meal before and was very yummy too!!

Great place to enjoy a home-cooked meal. You might have to wait in line, but you get a chance to…read morehave great conversations with the people you meet. Let's talk about the food. I had turkey wings, cabbage, dressing, rice with gravy, and cornbread. I'll give the meal a 10/10; everything reminded me of eating at my grandmother's house on a Sunday. I can't wait to go back and try some more dishes. I placed a takeout order but they have a nice area for dine-in.

The breakfast was good ass hell I had a sausage plate with a side of waffles so y'all need to…read morecheck it out for urself

As soon as I took the exit and saw I was in the older section of Birmingham, I knew the food would…read morebe fire. The deeper I got into the neighborhood the more I knew the grill would be well seasoned and the staff would be my auntie's age with attitude. This isn't a 5 star restaurant from the looks inside and out but the food is home cooked goodness. It's the traditional diner setting from years ago. Nothing fancy but it was clean. Well I was right by all accounts. That was definitely an auntie taking orders and probably her sister, if not her mom, on the grill. When I saw all that bacon and real scrambled eggs, I knew I needed to treat this as the last great meal I'll eat for a while. The food was seasoned and hot and the staff was somewhat friendly. Supporting local businesses is so important, regardless of what city you're visiting.