I can't get over how good the shrimp and grits were. Obviously a local favorite, this place was crowded and worth it.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Aaron
The service was friendly and welcoming, and the atmosphere was relaxed. Unfortunately, the food quality did not meet expectations and ultimately outweighs the positive service.
The mac & cheese was extremely watery, with a thin, milky consistency and lacked proper texture and flavor. The ribs and tri-tip were dry, which points to execution issues rather than personal preference. While the hot link was acceptable, it wasn’t enough to balance the overall meal.
Despite the friendliness of the staff, I would not return. Food quality is the foundation of a restaurant, and this experience fell short.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 4
Ian Bey
Worked with Chef Paul to set up a team dinner while in town. The food was amazing and he went the extra mile to make sure we were taken care of. Highly recommend!
Food: 5
Service: 5
Robert Ramirez
I finally went here got the Ox tail (one more peice would have been good) ha but it was good the greens were great mac and cheese nice also got the Lamb Shanke very good too, definitely going to try the whole menu one taste at a time.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Roxanne Reyna
I hadn't been here in years and was craving some soul food but the place i usually go to (dolls kitchen) was closed so i went here. I ordered two plates one catfish, fries and mac and cheese, the other fried chicken, mac n cheese and rice pilaf. I picked them up at 1145 Am. The fries were soaked in grease, both mac n cheese and rice pilaf smelled rancid(like a wet wash cloth that dried and stinks). The rice pilaf even had mold when i moved it around. Had to throw it all out. Only good item was the corn bread. Catfish and chicken had no seasoning. Now I'm sitting here hoping i don't get food poisoning. Go to Dolls kitchen it’s way better.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
John Earley
I've been to Chef Paul's a handful of times now, and it's HANDS DOWN, the best soul food restaurant you'll find in Fresno! Their fried chicken is bomb!! Crispy and well seasoned on the outside but juicy inside! Fried okra and fried green tomatoes also are amazing to share with the table. The hot link is delicious as well, definitely get the after kick of spiciness, but doesn't overwhelm! And the chili beans have deep flavor to them!
Servers and staff are super friendly and you can tell they enjoy working there. Chef Paul is usually hanging out and stops by tables to say hello. The restaurant itself is small but has larger tables. Which is needed when you order so much food!
Would recommend Chef Paul's to anyone looking for some good old-fashioned soul food
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fried Green Tomatoes, Fried Chicken and Waffle, Peach Cobbler, Mac \u0026 Cheese, BBQ Plate, Chili Beans
Nimbis207
The best chicken and waffles in Fresno
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Christina Marshall
Amazing as always! I appreciate the one on one attention when placing my catering order. Chef and his staff are truly down to earth, kind and about ensuring you get the best they have to offer! My co-workers are still raving about the end of year spread Chef cooked up for us.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Matt McWhorter
This is one of my favorite places to eat. The food is amazing, and the service is outstanding! Eat lunch here, and I promise you will not be disappointed!
This place has the best food and service always. Go eat lunch, you will not be disappointed!
Sean Floyd
Wow..... The fried chicken, okra and collard greens were incredible. A definite culinary must in downtown Fresno.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Brad Jackson
The food was beyond good. Tasted as good as Mom's cooking! Definitely going back for a second round!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
joshua holland
Whole family loved this place. Not a single thing we tried was disappointing.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jeff Kragh
Had a special where they smoke some ribs and then cut off the tips and cook them in some garlic and sauce. It was excellent. This place has great food and the staff is very friendly. Definetly plan on going back and trying other things off the menu. Highly recommend.
Great soul food amazing kool aid must try urself
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Braised Oxtails, Catfish
I can't get over how good the shrimp and grits were. Obviously a local favorite, this place was crowded and worth it.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The service was friendly and welcoming, and the atmosphere was relaxed. Unfortunately, the food quality did not meet expectations and ultimately outweighs the positive service.
The mac & cheese was extremely watery, with a thin, milky consistency and lacked proper texture and flavor. The ribs and tri-tip were dry, which points to execution issues rather than personal preference. While the hot link was acceptable, it wasn’t enough to balance the overall meal.
Despite the friendliness of the staff, I would not return. Food quality is the foundation of a restaurant, and this experience fell short.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 4
Worked with Chef Paul to set up a team dinner while in town. The food was amazing and he went the extra mile to make sure we were taken care of. Highly recommend!
Food: 5
Service: 5
I finally went here got the Ox tail (one more peice would have been good) ha but it was good the greens were great mac and cheese nice also got the Lamb Shanke very good too, definitely going to try the whole menu one taste at a time.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
I hadn't been here in years and was craving some soul food but the place i usually go to (dolls kitchen) was closed so i went here. I ordered two plates one catfish, fries and mac and cheese, the other fried chicken, mac n cheese and rice pilaf. I picked them up at 1145 Am. The fries were soaked in grease, both mac n cheese and rice pilaf smelled rancid(like a wet wash cloth that dried and stinks). The rice pilaf even had mold when i moved it around. Had to throw it all out. Only good item was the corn bread. Catfish and chicken had no seasoning. Now I'm sitting here hoping i don't get food poisoning. Go to Dolls kitchen it’s way better.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
I've been to Chef Paul's a handful of times now, and it's HANDS DOWN, the best soul food restaurant you'll find in Fresno! Their fried chicken is bomb!! Crispy and well seasoned on the outside but juicy inside! Fried okra and fried green tomatoes also are amazing to share with the table. The hot link is delicious as well, definitely get the after kick of spiciness, but doesn't overwhelm! And the chili beans have deep flavor to them!
Servers and staff are super friendly and you can tell they enjoy working there. Chef Paul is usually hanging out and stops by tables to say hello. The restaurant itself is small but has larger tables. Which is needed when you order so much food!
Would recommend Chef Paul's to anyone looking for some good old-fashioned soul food
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fried Green Tomatoes, Fried Chicken and Waffle, Peach Cobbler, Mac \u0026 Cheese, BBQ Plate, Chili Beans
The best chicken and waffles in Fresno
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Amazing as always! I appreciate the one on one attention when placing my catering order. Chef and his staff are truly down to earth, kind and about ensuring you get the best they have to offer! My co-workers are still raving about the end of year spread Chef cooked up for us.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
This is one of my favorite places to eat. The food is amazing, and the service is outstanding! Eat lunch here, and I promise you will not be disappointed!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
This place has the best food and service always. Go eat lunch, you will not be disappointed!
Wow..... The fried chicken, okra and collard greens were incredible. A definite culinary must in downtown Fresno.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The food was beyond good. Tasted as good as Mom's cooking!
Definitely going back for a second round!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Whole family loved this place. Not a single thing we tried was disappointing.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Had a special where they smoke some ribs and then cut off the tips and cook them in some garlic and sauce. It was excellent. This place has great food and the staff is very friendly. Definetly plan on going back and trying other things off the menu. Highly recommend.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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