33 Best Southern Restaurants near Hawthorne

“Cajun outdoor shack with fried seafood options, gumbo, and even alligator. There’s a small parking lot behind the building. Credit cards are accepted. Outdoor dining only (no indoor options) and there’s delivery and takeout available. As other reviews and the sign on their window notes,you won’t get the food quickly since it’s slow food and that’s part of the whole experience. You scan a QR code to get the menu. I opted for a fried catfish and five shrimp plate which came with an option of two small sides. I got the red beans and rice as well as fries. The red beans and rice were hot and comforting; the fries are crinkle cut. The plate came with a side of tartar sauce and there are hot sauces and ketchup available at each table. They have a paper towel roll and hand sanitizer at each table as well. The fish isn’t as seasoned as I would’ve expected but the shrimp was super fresh and tasty. I had leftovers and they still kept relatively well the next day.“

“Mimi was wonderful and I'll get a meal from R and J whenever I come to LA! Hell of a menu, homemade deserts and lemonade. I ate every bit. I highly recommend the treasure of a Soul food restaurant. I will go back to Indiana talking about the good food at RJ's.“

“The chicken and the customer service are so good, I was getting cucked by one of the employees and I made sure to thank him before I left. Will be coming back ?“

“Awesome breakfast in a cool environment, the Lajoies from Connecticut“

“Had a lovely dinner and our server Jade was excellent! The shrimp cocktail was delicious and the hot fried catfish and fried hen sublime! A wonderful experience!“

“Jim Dandy has been in business forever! They have one of the best fried chicken in the city! When you go there, you will get the choice of roll or fritters...GET THE FRITTERS! I'll put it to you like this, we had a survey of all the chicken places in LA and on everyone's list, that Jim Dandy was in the top five!“

“We had an amazing experience at Good Clean Fun! We reserved the patio for a small work event. The space was so nice. The food was delicious. I loved the pizzas, honestly some of the best I've had. Their wine selection is great, and they make a great Hugo Spritz.

Also, I have to shoutout Hunter! She was an incredible server. She was so kind, attentive, and flexible when our plans changed.

I wish I lived in LA just to be able to come here regularly! I'm looking forward to coming back whenever I visit.“

“A great environment for excellent southern cuisine“

“Love the food customer service excellent will be back #GetTheGumbo!“

“Jabar was the most polite and welcoming and humble human I’ve encountered in a very long time. And the food was amazing too!“

“The service was great, our waitress was kind and attentive. She shared information on their drink offers and we couldn’t help but to try the lemonade. She made a special little concoction and It was delicious, for sure. After ordering, our food was out in no time. It was fresh, plentiful, and flavorful. We had the fish and grits and an order of wings. We have zero complaints! We shared a plate and stuffed ourselves, and still had food left. Highly recommend!“

“Everything, You can't go wrong. Catfish, Shrimps, char grilled Oyster, Grilled Salmon blue cheese salad, PO Boy sandwiches, Gumbo. I can go on and on. I go at least 1 Sunday a month after church.“

“Places are great the soul food restaurant! My first time here only because of a job and it looks small but it really got crowded.It must be a hidden. gem. Little Pricey$$ But get good amount. Greens were
*ok.. mac n cheese was.pretty solid. *Smothered Pork chops* I got. Was exactly Spot on!
Delicious. The music 🎶 there and staff were real nice. .
I very much recommend!“

“It’s slow to get your order, but that’s because it’s made fresh. If your in a hurry, take it to go. Otherwise, the chicken is excellent.“

“I first discovered Delicious Southern Cuisine while working Uber Eats a few years ago. One day I was craving meatloaf, noticed it on their menu, and decided to give it a try. I'm glad I did, because ever since that first visit, I've been coming back regularly.

Let me start with the star of the show: the meatloaf. It is hands down my favorite item on the menu and the main reason I keep returning. It's flavorful, tender, comforting, and tastes like a homemade meal. Every time I visit, I tell myself I should try something different, but I almost always end up ordering the meatloaf because it's just that good.

The food is served cafeteria-style and is prepared in advance, but don't let that fool you. The quality and flavor are excellent. Their gravies are especially noteworthy and elevate many of their dishes. The smothered chicken is delicious, rich, and full of flavor thanks to the gravy. While I wouldn't rank the fried chicken among the very best in Los Angeles, it's still enjoyable, especially when topped with their excellent gravy.

The side dishes are another reason this place stands out. I've tried several of them over the years, and every one has been delicious. My go-to side is the homemade mashed potatoes and gravy, which pair perfectly with the meatloaf. I also love their corn and okra mix, which is packed with flavor, as well as their black-eyed peas. And of course, I can't leave out the mac and cheese, which is rich, creamy, and always satisfying.

For dessert, I've tried the banana pudding, and it was very good as well.

I haven't explored much of their made-to-order menu, so I can't speak on every item they offer. However, based on the quality of everything I've eaten so far, I wouldn't hesitate to recommend giving the rest of the menu a try.

The restaurant itself is a small hole-in-the-wall spot with outdoor patio seating right on Crenshaw Boulevard. One of the nice touches is the view of Leimert Park while you eat. Parking can be a challenge, especially during busy times, but in my opinion, the food makes the extra effort worthwhile.

If you're looking for comfort food, Southern cooking, and especially one of the best meatloaf plates I've found in Los Angeles, Delicious Southern Cuisine is absolutely worth a visit. I've been coming here for years, and that meatloaf keeps bringing me back.

5 out of 5 stars.“

“Absolutely the finest Soul Food. You don't want to skip this place. I had the lunch portion of the Oxtail and chose the Candied Yams and Mac and Cheese as sides. It came with 2 Cornbread Muffins. It was all delicious and filling. I ordered the Coconut Pineapple Cake for Dessert. It filled the container. See the picture. Totally Recommend this place.“

“I cried the first time I ate from here. It’s so good, I think its suited better as a breakfast place and a lunch/dinner place, but regardless the chicken is so crunchy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and the bread is so soft and buttery. I love everything about this place. Their milkshakes are the best too.“

“Lemon Pepper Dry & ATL special w/ Cajun fries 😋 Yummy!“

“Can't believe I only discovered this gem today..... I was lured there by the beautiful music they were playing and the vibe of their outdoor seats are divine.... Will definitely be back for more.... Bought the begnet trio and its amazing good.... Too bad we ate it so fast without taking a photo“

“Great food and an awesome customer service. Kudo to Kenneth and his amazing team . Keep putting a lot of smiles to a lot of people’s faces by serving delicious wings and offering superb customer service.
The World’s Greatest Wings .“

“Love their food but customer service through drive up window is awful n manager no better over green onion I don't want none they been doing great not giving it they trying make me take it my daughter wants green onion they want charge her not Xtra 29.00 worth she goes off speech to manager n he say we stop n we charge then why is she try make me have green onion on my fry egg rice n never get eggs they attitude stinks we go every sat“

“I just ordered from Dante Fried Chicken Ghost Kitchen in Koreatown, and wow the chicken was beautifully piping hot and incredibly juicy. You can tell they've brined it just right, the buttermilk soak really shines through. Definitely one of the most tender bites of fried chicken I've had. It lives up to its buzz!“

“This Louisiana offers fried chicken Gizzards and Fried liver. $6 I loved fried chicken Gizzards as a child. I had to try it to recreate that childhood experience. They could use a little bit more seasoning. But the crunch and experience was what I wanted to revisit again memories of being in my grandma's kitchen. My husband said the fried chicken is good. They have an extensive menu. So if you are in the area. I think it's worth a try. No dining area. You have to eat in your car.“

“I enjoyed their food...I didn't particularly care for the instant mashed potatoes... had I'd known that they were "instant" and not real mashed potatoes I would have passed on the instant mashes potatoes, and definitely not ordered that particular item with my 3 ( three)to go orders. Other than that..everything was good and seasoned just right... :)I support this business, and I love that they are also an organization that is helping men and women get back on track with their sobriety.. Dare U To Care Grill is helping to keep them gainful employment and also helping them establish stable housing.Everyone deserves a second chance...Dare U To Care Grill is doing great things!! I prefer to support those who care enough to help and give back!!“

“found out this was basically right across the street from our house so my dad and i just went there today for dinner…..food was amazing, definitely will go again“

“I love the platanos and platano de empanadas, is my go to! Pupusas are great. Curtido is great, made the traditional way! I recommend you call in to place your order. Is not that they are slow is just the food is great they get tons of orders. I love that its clean inside too. Yeah its located in not the best street but never been a problem for me. I recommend this place!“

“Best fried chicken in Inglewood.“

“I took my friend out for her birthday and the food here was so delicious. The fish and chips was good but baby those potatoes man was fire. The employees was nice and friendly. Will be back soon.“

“Always fun arcade area fun dart games fun cool family environment also nice environment for co- workers music is ok. Drinks 🔥🔥 family loves the Ribs. The Sauced Team…. 🔥🔥🔥🔥😁👍🏾“

“I visited Lucille’s Smokehouse with a colleague. I ordered the chicken bowl (fourth option in the bowl section) with a ginger ale, while he chose the two-meat combo with two sides and a basket of biscuits.

Overall, it was a pleasant experience. My portion was just right, while his was quite large. It’s definitely American-sized compared to what we’re used to as European tourists.

A solid spot for a casual lunch or relaxed dining.“

“Good food, sometimes a little too salty; especially on the turkey chops, my favorite. Also, whoever answers the phone to take orders, I know, make sure you have your order ready, but he was rushing me off the phone. I had to call back to make sure he got my order correct. Anyway, the food is still good.“

“Great Soul Food. Large portion of food at inexpensive prices. One plate can feed 2 people depending on what you order.“

“Really nice and friendly employees great service the food was yummy nice atmosphere I took my friend for the 1st time and she loved it“