Soul Food Restaurants in Columbia, SC

“The lady you have working the drive thru window 4/21 around 10 am is always SO PLEASANT everytime I come. It’s hard to not smile when she talks to you even just to ask your order. She shows up to work everyday I come by with a smile and eager to serve customers. Wanted to make sure her bosses saw that it doesn’t go unnoticed“

“Food: Delicious sauces, one for all different flavor pallets. Meat was very tender. Best part of the meal! I'm not a huge fan of baked mac in cheese, theirs is very cheesy. So if you like super cheesy mac with it being cheese heavy at the top, this is for you. I was a little disappointed with the rice. I'm a rice fanatic, and theirs seemed a little over seasoned and a little dried out. I would be willing to give it another shot, though, along with trying out some of the other various side options they have available.Service: Very nice people, explained the menu. Gave me a realistic waiting time and provided outstanding customer service. Good Job ??Atmosphere: Small little BBQ spot. They provide a few tables inside, but it seems more really like a spot you just pick up from, which I'm totally fine with. I honestly only made it outside to my car before I began to devour my meal, though. Can't wait to see these owners eventually get a larger space where more seating is accommodating.“

“The food is good the portion is small for the money. I realize food is high but to keep your business going do the things and you will prosper. Greet with a smile and give excellent customer service the blessings will continue to come.“

“I ended up arbitrarily choosing this place before Covid when my parents came for a visit. It turned out to be the best BBQ buffet we ever had! Great selection. There was beer, and the cornbread was so good my Dad took some to go. He chatted with Doc and the 2 were like old buds . My Dad loved the set up. They tried coming back last year and it was closed . We really loved rhe simple set up, the service, and the prices were great too. The location was a bit out of the way.Vegetarian options: Great vegetarian options available on the BBQ buffet.“

“The girl at the front counter was so sweet, she was happy to serve us and made us feel welcomed, I am not the best with English since it not first language yet she was so patient and sweet, I really appreciate her. I will be back not justFor her but the food too it was amazing the drinks are good too I got chicken wings they were so crispy and flavorful I love it.“

“Came from New Jersey for my sons Army graduation. My wife and I knew we wanted some down country cooking. Ordered the Whiting with 3 sides,my wife ordered oxtail with 2 sides. All Great tasting,generous portions. Service was pleasant, made me a sweet tea. Everything fresh to order. Signed the wall. Kiss the Cook. 2 thumbs up.“

“First time trying this place and first I want to say the food is delicious well seasoned cook properly. I had the salmon patty bacon liver pudding & grits. The only issue I had I asked for no cheese on grits and it came with cheese. So I couldn't really eat the grits and liver pudding cause it had cheese. What I taste it was very good!! The salmon was big moist and had nice heat to it. I'll eat here again most definitely. We also had the shrimp bowl with fish that's delicious too! I wish you success on your business!“

“Hello All,My family and I ordered from Cynthia Doul Food and we really enjoyed the food. I had the T-Bone steak ? medium done and it was official. The steak was juicy and tender, seasoned to perfection with fried onions ? rice with gravy and string beans. I give a 10/10. My family had the fried whiting fish, mac and cheese with greens. They gave it a 8/10. I recommend this restaurant to all. Thank Cynthia ?“

“Went to Columbia for work last Saturday. Found Kiki’s on Google while looking for something to eat. I will say the food was amazing. I got smoothed chicken and my husband got pork chops. Not only was the food was freshly cooked but Shell our waitress was so friendly. She was very attentive and friendly. You don’t always get both great food and great service anymore. We will definitely go back.“

“The food is DELICIOUS!! If I could give 10 stars I would. If you love country cooking, soul food this is your place!! Make your own plates to go buffet style. All kinds of greens, vegetables, baked mac & cheese, turkey wings gravy, fried chicken, ham, various meats beef stew, steak gravy, pork chops. Michael has been a chef for decades his food is wonderful. He believes in lots of fresh cooked vegetables which is hard to find these days.“