23 Best Southern Restaurants in Los Angeles

“Must try fried chicken!!!“

“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 ?“

“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!“

“This place is the epitome of chic and vibe! The food is spectacular and so is the service. Their new lunch sandwich’s are fantastic, my favorite is the Chicken Pesto. The owner is always present which makes this place feel very homey and cozy. 10/10
would recommend. Head in for lunch and stay for happy hour!“

“A great environment for excellent southern cuisine“

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

“Good food 🍱, good service“

“OUTSTANDING!!! We tried about seven different items and they were all amazing!!! The ribeye burger was exceptional and loaded with flavor. The turkey tenders were moist and crispy. My fiancé loved the salad. The virgin mojitos were spot on and the champs Mac-n-Cheese was FIRE!!! The seasoning on it was perfect and it was definitely cheesy.

100% going back and looking forward to trying other items off of the menu. If you are looking for great food with reasonable pricing, then you need to look out for Love Henrietta’s.“

“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!“

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“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.“

“10 out of 10 completely. if you're looking for that chicken that just falls into pieces as you take a bite this is a spot to go to it is amazing and tender“

“House of Wings did not disappoint!! 🤤 We went on Wing Wednesday for the $1 wing deal and honestly it was such a steal. The wings came out so fast, were fresh, crispy, and SO good. (We got the Honey Lemon Pepper Wet.) The staff was super friendly and really went above and beyond to make our experience awesome. Definitely will keep coming back for more!“

“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“

“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 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!“

“Awesome experience. Food is just like u would want it to be. Great hospitality. The owner and staff are wonderful. Please check it out.“

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