Saints Paradise Cafeteria
$ • Soul Food, Cafeteria, VegetarianAbout Saints Paradise Cafeteria
Customers' Favorites
Fried Pork Chops with Collard Greens and Mac and Cheese
Whiting Fish Collard Greens String Beans Crab Cakes
Pancakes Cheese Eggs Maple Sausage Links and Bacon
Fried Fish Sandwich with a Side of Spaghetti
Turkey Wings Collard Greens Cabbage
Mac and Cheese Smothered Pork Chops
Scrambled Eggs with Cheese Bacon
Spare Ribs Greens Sweet Potatoes
Chicken Wings Corned Beef Hash
Fried Fish Platter w 2 Sides
Saints Paradise Cafeteria Reviews
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Some of the best soul food that you can get, I am a Native Chicagoan that relocated to D.C. from Mississippi. I wish I would have visited this place when I first relocated. I visit 3 times a week (yes 3 times a week).
Awesome place! Came from the convention center. Bring cash
I got the Blue Platter Fish with cornbread, collard greens, mac n cheese, and a sweet tea. The ladies working there were sweeties, and the lunch didn't break the bank.
Hours
| Monday | 8AM - 5PM |
| Tuesday | 8AM - 5PM |
| Wednesday | 8AM - 5PM |
| Thursday | 8AM - 5PM |
| Friday | 8AM - 5PM |
| Saturday | 8AM - 5PM |
| Sunday | 8AM - 5PM |
Saints Paradise Cafeteria is a hidden gem located in DC, near the convention center. This church cafeteria offers the best soul food in the area, with a full dinner including dessert and a drink for under $20. The food is made and served by church ladies who provide top-notch service, making everyone feel like a family member. The fried dishes are particularly well done, and the sides like black eyed peas, greens, and mac and cheese are described as perfection. Visitors praise the warm atmosphere and friendly staff, with many noting the welcoming vibe that makes them feel at home. The menu features favorites like fried chicken, collards, cornbread, grits, stewed apples, cheesy scrambled eggs, and pork links, with plenty of authentic dishes to choose from. The portions are generous, and the prices are affordable, making it a popular spot for locals and visitors seeking genuine soul food. Despite some mixed experiences with the older staff, most guests find the service to be sweet and welcoming, and the food is often described as made with love. Some diners appreciate the daily rotating menu items and the fact that the staff often cleans up after meals, enhancing the home-like experience.