Soul Food Restaurants in San Francisco, CA

“To celebrate our 27th anniversary, we went to @oldskoolcafe. The greeters, cooks and servers are all young people. Mama T opened this place to help at risk youth learn work and life skills (like how to get a license, do taxes, set a bank account). Partnering with experienced chefs, this restaurant has excellent food… and live jazz!!! We ordered the Taumoepeau Ota (think ceviche) and it was a great appetizer… light and the fish was super fresh. We had the short ribs which were super tender and had a rich gravy. We didn’t think we had room for dessert, but the lavender cheesecake and the Guittard chocolate brownie were fabulous! If you are in the city: GO! SUPPORT! ENJOY DELICIOUS FOOD!“

“Excellent service delicious food!!“

“Was walking with a deep hunger. Stumbled into Smoke Soul Kitchen and was so beyond happy about this decision. I got the red beans and collards and mmm mmm! The greens we so good I drank the left over pot liqueur. The beans made me feel like I was in New Orleans in the best way. So much flavor,wonderful service 10/10“

“I regularly go to their pop up booth at the Saturday farmers market behind SF Ferry Building. They are in the back plaza area near Gate C Golden Gate Ferry Terminal. Delicious, hearty breakfast sandwich with runny egg yolk if you desire that. Great customer service too.“

“I was celebrating my 75th birthday on June 23rd 2026 had the privilege of eating your food delicious we ordered chicken yams greens mac and cheese and he had oxtails falling off the bone remind me at home me and my five year old Grand and Grandpa was just delighted thank you for sharing I do hope that I pray that I'll be able to return at some point to San Francisco“

“Great food and music. Xxx.“

“We ordered fried chicken, mac and cheese, greens, and yams for our work Black History Month event, and everything was absolutely delicious! The food arrived hot, fresh, and perfectly prepared.

It added such a special touch to our celebration and gave attendees a wonderful taste of soul food that truly complemented the spirit of the event. Guests were going back for seconds and thirds — which says it all! 😊

Rome himself delivered the food right on time and provided excellent customer service. He was professional, friendly, and made the entire experience seamless.

Thank you for helping make our event memorable — we will definitely be ordering again“

“The food was very delicious! I loved everything I ordered! Ribs, beef brisket, chicken, potato salad, Mac-N-Cheese, and sausage! I highly recommend eating here.“