Had the catfish, shrimp, Mac and cheese, and yams. Best meal I've had in a long time. It was amazing. I'll definitely be back

My husband and I have been dining at Whip My Soul since it first opened. Why? Whip My Soul, one of the top comfort food restaurants, has consistently great food. The portions are generous, which means count on bringing a doggie bag home. The flavors are bold, authentic, and the food comes out hot and fresh. Standouts include the wings, fish, oxtails, and their soul food egg rolls. Some of our favorites include the sweet potatoes, greens and grits. While the standout for us is the food, the service is exceptional. The owners, family members and servers are Texas friendly and super kind. It is not uncommon for you to see the owner cleaning tables or mopping. We love their work ethic. Whip My Soul delivers traditional Southern comfort with heart, soul, and consistency. If you're craving satisfying soul food in Austin, this restaurant should be #1on your dining list. The atmosphere is always friendly and welcoming. read more

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Whip My Soul is hands down some of the best soul food in Austin. It's a very casual, no-frills spot where you order at the counter and then grab a table, which makes it quick and easy. What really stands out is how consistent the food is. Every time I've come here, it's been just as good as the last! Flavorful, fresh, and exactly what you're craving when you want comfort food. That kind of consistency is hard to find and definitely keeps me coming back. If you're looking for solid, dependable soul food without anything fancy, this is the place to go. read more

Whip My Soul - Wings Dinner Plate - Southern Near Me - Austin, Texas

Everything was awesome! Loved every bite! Everyone enjoyed, we dug right in and forgot to take pictures! Service was great and friendly. read more

Whenever we are in the area we stop by and get our dinner. However, this trip we got food for the family as well. It turned into a large order! Tried the gizzards for the first time and they were delicious! Kids wanted the red velvet cookies and were disappointed at first at the size. But when they tried them, they changed their minds. They said they were very good! The only negative thing about this trip was we were missing food. We thought we checked our bags but it was so much! When we got back home we were missing the 3 piece fish meal. So triple check your order before you leave! read more

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I've had this on my list for a hot minute and was finally out in this direction to be able to try this location one of my good Yelp friends Dolores L has been here several times and gave her stamp of approval. We ended up arriving around 1 PM on a Saturday afternoon it was rainy outside and definitely busy on the inside. They have their menu listed out and you walk up to the counter order. Your food are directed to get your own self serve beverage and then wait for your name to be called to get your tray from the window. The gentleman at the front was so sweet. We let him know it was our first time here and what he would recommend for us to try. His recommendation was to have one with tenders one with chicken wings. We could try the different flavors and how they come out differently. I ended up getting the waffle and my friend got the tenders. Onion rings and waffle fries. The chicken had amazing flavor of both the breading, but also in the meat itself the wings and cells were huge even though I only ordered three I could only finish one along with half of the waffle waffle was very thin and crisp again, even without having syrup it was very tasty on its own adding the syrup made it better. We ended up getting to go to containers for both of us to take home and I will say that everything heated up nicely and was a great leftovers the following day. The restaurant itself was simple with tables that you could move to accommodate larger parties or smaller parties. The drink area was a little bit congested, very hectic just because of how many people were in there and I will say that they may have had an opportunity to do a better at busting the tables as individuals left, which seem to get better as we sat there before we left. I would totally go back to try other items almost forgot I tried their banana pudding cake and it was phenomenal. Highly recommend five stars. read more

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All I can say is get here as fast as you can. The food here brought a tear to my eye it was soooo good. No bs no exaggeration this was such great quality and flavorful food I was angry with myself for not coming sooner. Every thing is good it doesn't matter what you get! But if you must know I got chicken tenders chicken wings collard greens Mac and cheese yams corn bread fried okra and last but not least oxtail Mac n cheese eggrolls !!!! No I didn't eat all this alone I had my wife and kids and we all agree we LOVE this place. The service is wonderful the interior is very clean and there are so many drink options. I will say I only overlooked eating here because traffic on 620 is always so bad and because it's in a shopping center I simply passed by and never saw. Boy was that a mistake. Please do your self the favor and give Whip My Soul a chance . read more

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Just moved from NC so was looking for traditional soul food from a Black owned business and came across Whip My Soul. I'm so happy I have them a try because everything was hot, fresh, and delicious. It's a casual counter service restaurant that does get busy. I did come in on a Saturday evening and it was definitely their peak time. The line was to the door and food had about a 45 minute wait. For made to order food and with the crowd they had I expected that especially with a line and full tables. My food came out quicker than I expected. The macaroni and cheese was baked and still very cheesy. The greens were perfect, I just added some hot sauce to give them some spice. The fish and chicken were fried perfect and seasoned well. The portion size was good especially considering the cost of food and what other restaurants charge. read more

Whip My Soul - Wing Wings Dinner Plate w/ Mean Greens and Cheezy Mac Added a piece of fish - Southern Near Me - Austin, Texas

Whip My Soul you did not disappoint! Food was delish, customer service was on point and the energy was good. The restaurant was clean and everything came out quickly. Top faves at the table would be the Oxtail & Mac Egg Rolls, Wings, Catfish, Mac n Cheese and the red beans and rice. Looking forward to coming back to try more things on the menu! read more

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Consistency is key and I love that this location is family owned. I don't come here often but when I do want some greens and some fried chicken just right, Whip my Soul a place to go. There are not too many items on the menu that I don't care for however, I hope one day or maybe in the summer you might add some type of fancy Cajun salad. That would be delightful. Anyway, I ran out here the other night to grab dinner for Bae and I. I really enjoy that. My food lasts me two meals. I got the two shrimp and fried chicken along with red beans and rice and a side of greens. Bay wanted some fried fish, extra crispy, some greens and candy yams. He loves cornbread, so I got that as well. read more

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Birthday month for me and I was craving for wings and fish. This is the best place to be with my greens, yam and fried cabbage on the side. Amazing food. The line's always long and the wait for the food but once you get the call and your food tray touches the table, it's always worth it. Military discount is honored. Crowded but enough for the best southern food in TX. The koolaid section was the best but mango is always my favorite. We had the platter with two sides and drink. Clean, tables are efficient with condiments. I was dancing while eating. Don't judge please lol. read more

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Cute place, super friendly service, very clean inside. We both ordered shrimp and grits. Shrimp was fresh and there were plenty in the dish. The grits were a little runnier than I liked them, they were well seasoned though. I was surprised the dish didn't have much heat to it. With hot sauce, it was enough for me. My husband has raved about the kool-aid for two days, so it must have been delicious. All in all we will be back! read more

Whip My Soul - Inside - Southern Near Me - Austin, Texas

I have heard so many great things about the different menu items! I'm in the beginning stages, as of a few days ago, to try every food dish on the menu. Yes, it took my first plate, and I knew I would return. You know when your first dish is the best; it's a sign to keep on coming back. So I walked into the holiday cheer; it was nice to see "Let It Snow" on the door. Also, it's a very spacious place. I loved the checkered floors, the woody walls, and the menu posted on several of them. It's a huge menu, which makes it easier to look it over without holding up the line. Of course, I ordered the oxtails but I order the greens instead of cabbage. Trying something new. But they switched up on me. Instead of the regular rice and beans, they had a yellow rice that was good and fluffy, full of flavor. Another delicious surprise is that the other side item is red beans and rice with sausage. Now, let me tell you, you get a lot of food. It may appear you can't eat it all, but you can because it's so good. The oxtail fell off the bones. The red beans, rice, and sausage had a nice spice to them. The yellow rice was just yummy. I ate the whole dish in one setting. Oh, one more thing, the parking is plentiful, and there are several businesses in the same parking lot. Also, let me give better instructions than the ones given to me. Once you pass Lakeline Mall, it's right down the street on the same side as the mall. It might be two or three lights, and you're there! Whip My Soul is now one of my favorite places to dine and to tell all my friends! read more

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Stopped in for lunch on a Thurs. You order at the counter and find a table you want to sit at. They'll call your name out at the window to pick up your food. Easy, no fuss fine in or take out restaurant. I ordered the oxtail plate with 2 sides (Mac and cheese and mean greens=collards) and I couldn't resist a piece of cornbread. My friend ordered the 3/3 plate (3 wings and w tenders) w/ 2 sides. She also ordered a peach cobbler and fried gizzards. Portion sizes are generous and all the bites were delicious. Loved the gizzards with some hot sauce and their Mac was scrumptious. The oxtails were literally fall apart. You definitely have to check this place out and it's great to support a black-owned business. read more

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One of my go to spots for good soul food. The food is cooked to order and it is delicious. Do expect a wait on the weekends and specifically on Sundays. The chicken, fish and shrimp are beautifully fried to perfection. The taste reminds me of that good old southern cooking you'd expect on Friday Dish Fry nights. The portions are huge. This is the full wing, drumstick, flat and tip. Try their amazing sides. I can almost guarantee you will not be disappointed at their menu selection. Listen for your name to be called for their order. The speaker is in need of replacing. Michael C. Georgetown, Tx. read more

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Came here with a friend. Wanted to get some good food that wasn't too far away from where we were. Whip My Soul was about 10 minutes away, and so we decided that's where we were going to eat. We've both been here before and we know the food is good. As we stood in line, we read through the menu, which is large print on the wall. I got the fried shrimp, which were large. Got the Mac & Cheese and what I'm going to rename as Christmas yams. These yams, Oh My WORD! They smelled like Christmas. They tasted like Christmas, I could visually see Christmas just from looking at them. Soft, hot, cinnamon & butter yams. That's love on a plate. The shrimp was light and crispy. Light batter. The mac & cheese was rich and creamy and cheesy. Meal was filling. I couldn't finish the mac & cheese, ended up eating it later. But man, those YAMS!!! Great place to take out of town guests. The food is always on point. read more

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I highly recommend, the best fried chicken I've had in a long time, get the greens and Mac , you won't regret it. Awesome food with amazing service. read more

Whip My Soul - Southern Near Me - Austin, Texas

Always have wanted to try this place and so glad I did. Stopped by on Saturday; a little busy but the line moves pretty fast. Place was very spacious and didn't take long for the food to arrive which was very fresh. Everything was great! My favorite two things were the Egg Roll Collard Greens and the Cheesy Mac n Cheese. I know the egg rolls sounds a little different but trust me, the dish was THAT good! Come with a sweet and sour sauce to dip as well! Loved it! read more

Whip My Soul - 2 Wings and 2 Tenders Platter - Southern Near Me - Austin, Texas

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This whipped my soul into a blissful place! The food here is seriously good. I don't even like mac & cheese, but I would've eaten that entire thing myself if it had been left up to me. The fried okra was hands-down the best I've ever had in my entire life and it is a staple I order everywhere I go so I've had quite a bit of variations. The mean greens and fried cabbage were seasoned really well and hit the spot. The cornbread was warm and moist and absolutely delicious. The hush puppies were crave-worthy. The waffles were large and fluffy with a hint of sweetness, maybe vanilla? The batter on the chicken tenders and wings was divine! Serious flavor there. The catfish was pretty good, but the most mediocre part of the meal. The unsweet tea had a pretty bad flavor to it and felt like it might have been sitting for a while, so I swapped it out for a diet cola. We honestly can't wait until we get to go back and enjoy the food here again. read more

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If you are looking for authentic soul food this is your place. Beautifully fried food, impeccable service, very sweet beverages. A delicious and filling experience. read more

Whip My Soul - Chicken Wings and Waffle Plate - Southern Near Me - Austin, Texas

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The customer service was great, the young lady at the register was patient and gave suggestions and answered any question that was asked. The other people working were also very nice and friendly. The inside was a little messy, maybe because they were so busy and a big party had just left but I had to wipe down my own table before I sat down. The food was fresh, tasted like some soul food you would get from your grandmothers house. The oxtail egg-roll had plenty of meat inside and was well worth the price. read more

Whip My Soul - Baked Chicken Dinner Plate and oxtail eggrolls - Southern Near Me - Austin, Texas

Whip My Soul is one of those soul food spots that keeps you coming back--and I say that as a repeat customer of over four years. On my most recent visit, I ordered the oxtails, collard greens, and candied yams, and overall, the food did not disappoint. The oxtails were the standout: moist, well-seasoned, and truly fall-off-the-bone tender--exactly how oxtails should be. You can tell they take their time with them. The candied yams were also excellent. They were perfectly sweet, nicely seasoned, and coated in a rich glaze that wasn't watery or runny. Each bite had great flavor and texture. The collard greens were good as well--decently seasoned and satisfying. Not better than mine , but definitely solid and enjoyable. What really adds to the experience at Whip My Soul is the people behind it. If I remember correctly, the owner and his wife are from Chicago, and their warmth shows. They are genuinely friendly and engaging with customers, and the owner often comes out to check on guests to make sure everyone is doing well. That personal touch makes a big difference. It's worth noting that this is a small establishment, so depending on the time you go, you may experience a longer wait for your food. That said, the quality and care put into the meals make it well worth the wait. If you are looking for a fancy soul food location, this is not the place. It is a nice home town feel of the Midwest. The only downside in all my years of visiting was the sweet potato pie I had in 2025, which unfortunately wasn't good. I honestly think that recipe needs to be retired and replaced with a new one--because everything else on the menu sets a much higher standard. Overall, Whip My Soul remains a place I gladly support and recommend for comforting, flavorful soul food made with heart. read more

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Awesome customer service! I felt welcomed and appreciated. Everything was 10/10 and I definitely will be back with friends! If you're in Austin this is a MUST TRY! I will be making a tiktok as well read more

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Whips My Soul was amazing. The food was well seasoned and is made fresh when you order it. It took about 20 minutes to get the food but because it was made to order it was worth the wait. This is a very popular spot and it was packed but they had really good music playing. This is a must try 10/10! read more

Whip My Soul - 2 Wings, 2 Fish and 2 Tenders Platter Cheezy Mac Red Beans and Rice; and three shrimp - Southern Near Me - Austin, Texas

This was my first time here while visiting Austin and it was literally so good. The guy that took our order was super nice and welcoming. He helped us decide what was best to get. They had plenty of seating and were able to get our food within 10-15 minutes. The oxtail eggrolls were amazing. I've been thinking about them ever since. Honestly can't wait to come back just for those. read more

Whip My Soul - 3 wing Wings Dinner Plate - Southern Near Me - Austin, Texas

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We came here for a family lunch/dinner where the three of us put two places in a hat and drew, this was one of mine and it won. Glad it did, it was great and all three of us loved it. You come in and walk to the counter, the menu us huge and on the wall. We we came in there was only one group ahead of us but people were at about half the tables and a line formed behind us and never really stopped, this is a popular place. You make your order, they take a name and call that name from a pick up window where you go get your food. Simple and while no alcohol they have a ton of drink options from a local business! M got the chicken tenders with candied yams and fried Okra. I don't eat Okra but Shana and M both said it was fantastic and the yams were so good. Shana got shrimp, waffle fries, and Red beans and Rice and I will let her talk about her part here. SHANA SAYS: Our family (me, husband, grown kid) had a rare Saturday afternoon off together and wanted to have a fun and delicious family dinner out! It can be hard for us to find a place that serves food all three of us want. Hubby chose Whip My Soul and we are so grateful he did! Whip My Soul has a fun, laid-back, family atmosphere. No cocktail menu, but a LOT of delicious non-alcoholic beverages (local selection, too!). The menu is big enough to offer variety, but not so big as to be intimidating. To say the portions are generous is to be underselling it! And the quality is just TOP-NOTCH. We each got a dinner platter (one meat + two sides), and we got a variety so we could try off each other's. Hubby got fried catfish with hushpuppies and fries. I got shrimp with red beans & rice and fries. Kid got chicken tenders with candied yams and fried okra. Fried okra was the best I've ever had in my entire life, hands down. Same with the yams. Red beans & rice (not vegetarian, FYI) was the best I've had outside of Memphis. So good! Catfish was flaky perfection. Honestly, everything here is delicious. The staff wear tee-shirts that say "Y'all ain't ready" and they're right! We weren't! I got the catfish, hush puppies, and waffle fries. The catfish was so good and the even Shana liked the hush puppies and she normally dislikes them a lot. The fries were good but overall the weakest thing but still with what it is competting with that is no small thing. The service was fast and friendly, the gentleman at the counter answering all our questions. One small thing was there was only one trashcan and it was so full we had trouble getting our trash in it. Minor issue but heads up. We will be back. Everything was amazing. read more

Whip My Soul - Southern Near Me - Austin, Texas

Excellent!!!! Best soul food experienced in Austin. Fish superb! Yams, yes ma'am. And those collards made me wanna holler. Simply amazing. Let me point out another important fact, the customer service. Exquisite! I made an order 15 minutes before closing and I mean EVERYBODY was awesome. From greeting to eating, nothing short of phenomenal. read more

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The chicken is amazing! The entire menu is terrific. Go early because it get crowded. The folks who work there are so gracious!

Love this place! The food has great flavor and came out hot. Everything was clean! The owner was very helpful and checked on us to make sure we were good. Definitely would be back! That cheesy Mac is fireeeee! read more

Whip My Soul - 3 wing Wings Dinner Plate - Southern Near Me - Austin, Texas

Food is delicious!! I would have to say that the customer service was excellent. The restaurant is one that I would recommend!! The decor was nice. *This place has amazing food!!! read more

The restaurant was clean and the service was awesome. The food was spiced to perfection. No matter what you order it will be a hit. read more

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I ate at Whip My Soul yesterday for breakfast and since I was traveling from Austin back home to Houston, I decided to get a dinner plate for later. First off, the chicken and waffles were off the chain, but when I got home, I had no intention on eating the dinner plate of oxtails, rice, greens and yams that soon, but a little juice from the yams got on my finger as I was opening the bowl. When I say I damn near gnawed my finger off because it was so good, I'm not exaggerating! I ended up eating over half of it right there. The greens were melting in my mouth, the oxtails were tenderis... (you know the rest) Needless to say, the plate didn't make it to dinner and I've been contemplating taking the 6 hour round trip back there to get a couple of more oxtail plates!!! When in Austin, check them out! read more

This is truly a place you have to experience in person to fully appreciate. Whip My Soul is southern comfort food done right -- home-style cooking that hits you right in the soul. We definitely over-ordered (lesson learned), so don't let your stomach do all the talking -- the portions are generous, and we had plenty to take home. The fried chicken was crispy and flavorful, the collard greens were perfectly seasoned, the fried okra was spot on, and the mac and cheese was rich and comforting. This place delivers exactly what it promises: real comfort food, made with care. I'll absolutely be back -- no doubt about it. Friendly people! Reminds me of Nola read more

I can't say I'm an expert on soul food but this place has great food. I got shrimp and fish with two sides, yams and the cheezy mac. The batter on the fried seafood was perfect and didn't feel greasy at all. The catfish strips were bigger than I expected, and generally we felt the portions were sizeable. I also tried my friend's pork chop and it was juicy and possibly the best pork chop I've tasted. We also shared a side of fried okra which was delicious. Drinks and utensils are self serve and the staff was friendly. read more

Whip My Soul - Southern Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Look, I don't know why I'm just trying this place but listen, if your wallet can handle it, you won't be disappointed. We were visiting a friend and decided to check this place out before I forget again. We went to Austin on a blazing Thursday afternoon. We headed to the restaurant early evening. We knew we wanted to try the egg rolls. Soon as he saw oxtail egg roll, it was on! I decided to order the collard green egg roll. Each order includes 2 so we sampled each others. He loved his pic and I loved mine. I think my oxtail roll didn't have as much meat so I felt like I was only eating Mac & cheese roll. I decided I wanted a vegetable plate since he ordered the 6 wing plate. Mind you, we thought these were average sized wings but they were not. They. We're. Huge. So, it worked out even better. The sides were good but the highlight for me was that thirst quenching watermelon cucumber water. I think I was more full of that than the food! I'm ready to buy it by the gallon at this point. It was just so refreshing on a hot afternoon/evening. Overall, everyone was satisfied. This is one place we don't mind making the trip for. read more

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If comfort food had a home, this would be it! From the moment I walked in, the vibe was warm and welcoming -- good music playing, friendly faces, and the smell of fried perfection in the air. It's the kind of spot that makes you feel like you're about to eat something made with love. Service: Everyone was super friendly and on point. My order came out hot, fresh, and exactly how I wanted it. You can tell the team takes pride in what they serve -- it's not just food, it's hospitality. Food: Now this is where they shine. The fried fish was crispy on the outside and perfectly flaky inside -- seasoned just right. The fried chicken? Crunchy, juicy, and full of flavor in every bite. The sweet potatoes were smooth and buttery with just the right touch of sweetness. The red beans and rice were seasoned to perfection -- smoky, rich, and comforting. And let's talk about those oxtail egg rolls -- OMG, what a surprise! Crispy shell, tender oxtail inside, and every bite was packed with flavor. Whoever came up with that idea deserves a medal. Overall: This spot hits all the right notes -- delicious food, great service, and a chill, cozy atmosphere. If you love soulful, made-from-the-heart cooking, this is your place. I'll definitely be back (and probably bringing a few friends next time)! read more

Whip My Soul - Fish Dinner Plate - Southern Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Wow we were so impressed! My boyfriend and I got all of this food for around $60! Everything was so tasty and flavorful just like my grandparents used to make back in the day. Our favorite was the dressing! Some of the sides are only served on the weekends so I would go on a Saturday to get the full experience. I think it was a nice touch that they had every flavor of koolaid you can think of! I ended up ordering the watermelon cucumber water that was so refreshing and tasty. We waited about 15 min for our food which isn't bad at all imo. Everything was so tasty and I can't wait to go back! read more

Whip My Soul - Southern Near Me - Austin, Texas

I was born and raised in Louisiana and today I was REALLY missing home, especially the food. I found this spot and the reviews don't do it justice, this is THE best soul food anywhere around. I was transported back to my childhood and it was emotional. I went from being a little sad and homesick to being on cloud nine. I didn't know what to choose, so I got a sample platter with pork chop, fried fish and a chicken wing. And I got candied yams, grits, cornbread and sweet tea and it was EVERYTHING. I can't wait to go back and I rarely take pictures of my food, but I had to take one to share. read more

Whip My Soul - Southern Near Me - Austin, Texas

This is the spot!! I've had the fish, okra, greens, dessert on other visits. Today I had wings, eggrolls, yams, mac and cornbread for my superbowl spread! All great! Also, everyone is always super friendly and helpful! read more

Whip My Soul - Wings, eggrolls, macaroni, yams, cornbread - Southern Near Me - Austin, Texas

My last day in Austin and I was sick of BBQ Whip My Soul was on the way to the airport so I decided to check it out with one other person. I love that they had an intensive menu with lots of different options. But they are known for their wings and waffles, oxtail, pork chop, and fish. I shared a 3 wing piece dinner plate that came with two sides. I got onion rings and mac and cheese. The wings were definitely proper wings. They were seasoned perfectly and fried just right. The meat with moist and delicious. It came with some bread. My onion rings were also perfect and the mac and cheese was heavenly. No complaints and we both loved it. The wait wasn't too bad even though it was busy that Saturday. You order at the register first and they call your name when the food is ready. The pricing is affordable. Our 3 piece dinner combo with 2 sides was $23. Not bad. The inside of this place is casual. You get your own drinks. Lots of places for seating. They also do a great job for take out as well. read more

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