For everyone who hates waiting in lines: I went around 2pm on a Friday and was pleasantly surprised…read moreto find that there were a lot of available seats and only four people in line ahead of me! Tables were clean and loved that a staff member was on the floor to answer any questions. I got the three meat combo, so: the jalapeno and cheddar sausage was so flavorful and the collard greens were incredible. Hands down my favorite thing on my plate. Burnt ends and brisket were tender and juicy, but I think I prefer a less smoky flavor.

Great pulled pork - excellent bark. The baked sweet potato was delicious!…read more The staff was excellent - friendly, helpful, and welcoming. Get your buns to Pecan Lodge!

Food: Started with Ida's Biscuits, which came with sides of bacon gravy, house strawberry jam, and…read morehoney butter, all of which paired nicely with the fluffy, buttery biscuits. For our main dishes, we ordered the Gulf Shrimp & Grits as well as the Seafood Pasta. The former was seasoned nicely, where every bite was well-rounded and tasty. The grits were also had a nice texture, and they weren't runny. The latter, on the other hand, was a creamy dream, with an ample amount of seafood, including lobster, shrimp, and crawfish. Also, can't forget to mention the Jalapeño Cornbread--so delectable! Overall, great meal! Service: Ashamed to admit that I forgot our server's name, but she was nothing short of amazing--an ambassador of the restaurant. Well versed in the menu, offered great recommendations (some of which we ordered), and a very friendly demeanor. Ambiance: Casual, cozy, rustic. Parking: Parking adjacent to the restaurant.

Visited Ida Claire on Mother's Day and got there right when they opened, so we were the first…read moreguests seated. The atmosphere was nice, and the staff was friendly and welcoming. I ordered my usual, the chicken and waffles. It was good, but it didn't really stand out compared to other places I've had it. I usually like when chicken and waffles comes with fresh fruit, and I also prefer either a fried chicken breast or chicken wings rather than the chicken that was served. The meal was satisfying, just not particularly memorable. Overall, it was a decent experience and there wasn't anything wrong with the food or service. Their menu has several interesting items, so I'd be willing to come back and give them another try, especially for dinner.

I had been wanting to try this place for a long time, so I finally decided to celebrate my birthday…read morehere and I'm so glad I did! At first, I was a little hesitant because the menu is fairly small, but after my meal, I can see why. Every dish we ordered was absolutely a 10/10. I had the chicken with greens and shrimp fried rice, along with the fried green tomatoes and cornbread. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and perfectly prepared. I honestly don't have a single negative thing to say about either the food or the service. This was an amazing dining experience, and I will definitely be back. Highly recommend!

I had high hopes for this location because I absolutely love Radici, and everyone has been…read morerecommending Roots to me. Unfortunately, it just didn't live up to the expectations I had. I do want to start with the positives. Our waiter was fantastic. He was very attentive, explained the menu thoroughly, and provided excellent service. The food also came out incredibly fast and piping hot, which is becoming rare these days. We started with the cornbread, and it was easily a 10/10. It was worth every bit of the $12. We ordered the fried chicken, greens, shrimp fried rice, biscuits, and hot water cornbread. The fried chicken was crispy and tender, but it lacked seasoning. I'd give it a 7/10. They served it with a house hot sauce, but surprisingly it had no heat and almost no flavor. I even asked the person I was dining with if they tasted anything because it was like pouring sauce on the chicken without changing the flavor at all. The greens were just okay on their own, but once we added the vinegar they became amazing. That made me wonder why the vinegar isn't incorporated into the greens from the start. The hot water cornbread had virtually no flavor. The shrimp fried rice was cooked really well, but it had an unexpected Caribbean-style seasoning that threw me off. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't what I was expecting, and it made it hard to fully enjoy. The biscuits were probably the biggest disappointment. They were dry and hard. One thing I also noticed is that, for a family style restaurant where you're encouraged to order several dishes to share, the tables feel too small. Once all the food arrived, there wasn't much room left, and even packing up our leftovers was awkward because of the lack of space. One standout that deserves recognition was the iced tea. It had what tasted like a subtle hint of mint and was incredibly refreshing. Easy 10/10. From the cuts of chicken we received, it appears they break down and fry whole chickens, which is perfectly fine. However, at $56 for a fried chicken that lacked seasoning, I found the price hard to justify. Maybe the cooking method or oil contributes to the cost, but I expected much more flavor for that price. Overall, I'd rate my experience a 7.5/10. Would I come back? Yes. I'd be willing to give Roots another chance and try something different from the menu. But when I hear Southern food, I expect bold seasoning and comforting flavors, and that's the one area where this meal really fell short.

Came in on a thursday evening around 7pm. Service is really good and they check in on you often…read more We ordered the ribs and fish with sides: mac and cheese, loaded potatoes, candied yams, and okra gumbo. Everything tasted so yummy and seasoned very well with it all being nice and hot when we got to eating. There's indoor seating and lots of parking in the lot.

I wasn't blown away by Kendall Karsen's - and considering the raving reviews, I had high…read moreexpectations. It wasn't "bad", it was just mid... I wouldn't go out of my way to come back, but if I were in the neighborhood and wanted soul food, I'd probably stop by. Greens were good 4/5 Dressing was average 3/5 Cabbage was like "did you try?" 1/5 Tetrazzini was good 4/5 Cornbread was as expected, nothing special. 3/5 Loaded mashed potatoes pretty good 4/5

It's been awhile since going to Celebration's but when it comes to good homemade comfort food just…read morego ahead and a trip to Celebration ! The restaurant is huge/ but I love the different dining rooms to eat in. Love that they greet the table with hot fresh cornbread , rolls and muffins ! My lunch companions went in with a quickness . Lucy was on point with drinks , ordering and suggesting with so many sides ! I ended up with the Pot Roast with mashed potatoes and grilled carrots ! Can you say Massive Huge portions.. I asked for a to go container right away / there was no way I was going to finish this meal plus I had filled up on too much bread ( but it was just so good ! My friend pork chop was huge but wasn't cooked completely but Lucy took it back and quickly returned with pork chops cooked to perfection ! Lucy suggested dessert and why not it's all homemade ! Coconut pie, brownie w ice cream on the side and banana pudding ! Can you say feast !! But I already had packed up my Pot roast . The only downside was I was expecting my grandmother's banana pudding but no one can re create her magic but that Brownie was definitely an A +++ love all the decor and different wall hanging.. The bathroom was spotless - a big thanks to that employee . Also a guy ( the cook) came and apologize for the temperature of the first pork chop !! Well done overall Celebration!!

I have always enjoyed Celebration restaurant on Lovers Ln. We normally dine in and ordered to go…read morelast evening. They did miss giving us the okra and green beans as we ordered. Food was sub par. They should be checking the to go orders twice or more to ensure they're correct. However, I notice on the receipt a charge for To Go Packaging Fee of (5.00%). I find that interesting because when dining in the restaurant we have taken left overs and they placed them in to go containers with no fee. In my on business we consider that a cost of doing business. Things that make you go, Hum!

If this is the Pearlie's from Oakland, I must say that this was by far the absolute best solid food…read moreI've ever had!

From the owner: Pearlie's Southern Kitchen is a southern-style concession booth at The State Fair of Texas. We are…read morea family-owned and operated establishment featuring Pearlie's Soul Rolls, Deep Fried Potato Salad, and other southern staples with a Deep Fried Twist.

Lashonda was amazing. She was knowledgeable of the menu and gave us a service with a smile and…read moregreat attitude. Food was amazing as always.

Yardbird is situated in the heart of Dallas, within walking distance of some of Dallas' main…read moreattractions. We stopped in for a brunch and were pleasantly greeted by the host. The interior is spacious, fun, and modern, with a fantastic looking bar. Our server explained their specialties and frequently stopped by to check on us and fill our water. We started either the biscuit donut bites, which were generously dusted with cinnamon sugar and had a fantastic chocolate dipping sauce! My fave plate was the server rec of chicken biscuit sliders. The biscuit is delicious, fluffy, and moist. The chicken was AMAZING!! Super juicy with a great flavor. The brine in the chicken was fantastic. Fries were hit and perfectly crispy as well!

Location Design district, Dallas. Off Irving, near Wycliffe…read moreParking Large open lot, street Atmosphere Kitschy local Dallas diner-sayings of mama on the wall with "family" pictures. Family friendly! Seating Low tables, booths, great for groups Service Outstanding-attentive, thorough, friendly, efficient. Menu Love their grits-satisfies all the time. Plenty of butter on the table! Bottomless coffee and iced tea-get a to go cup! ,we had the #2- generous serving of bacon-3 large strips, eggs over medium-perfect! Came with choices, I had the pancakes-2 big ones, large pat of whipped butter and syrup. So filling. My husband had a huge bacon omelette. HUGE!!! Served with grits. The chicken fried steak had sauce on the side-juicy. There is a daily special. We got a pecan pie to go-the most popular pie here! Yummy! Did not last long! Coffee and iced tea are fresh! Summary My husband loves this restaurant-aDallas landmark overlooking the Trinity River park. We bring out of town visitors here for a taste of Dallas. They loved it. Best breakfast in town! Specials are awesome! Always happy here! See you there!

Always a place to go to for wonderful breakfast. Fresh, hot, and delicious. I always order the…read morecrispy has browns.