Soul Food Restaurants in Washington, DC

Hitching Post Restaurant Southern • $$
200 Upshur St NW, Washington

Customers` Favorites

Blackened Catfish with Cole Slaw and Corn Bread
Chicken Leg Wing Thigh with One Side
Fried Catfish with Collards
Crispy Chicken Sandwich
Crispy Spinach Salad
Fried Fish Sandwich
Fried Chicken Wings
Crab Cake Sandwich
Fried Whole Fish
Collard Greens V

“The chicken soo good I give this spot a 10 I just had the chicken visiting from Charlotte NC“

4.2 Good103 Reviews
Florida Avenue Grill American • $
1100 Florida Ave NW, Washington

Customers` Favorites

Pancakes with Cinnamon and Sugar
Eggs Grits Sausage and Pancakes
Baked Macaroni with Cheese
Fish \u0026 Grits Breakfast
Macaroni and Cheese
Biscuits and Gravy
Cornbread Muffins
Breakfast Plate
Corn Beef Hash
Steak and Eggs

“My dinner here had more flair than I expected! Tasty fried chicken and huge perfect plaintains. The stir-fried cabbage could have been spicier but it was a clever recipe. Overall this chef is going places and I believe this restaurant can make it another 80 years. Our meals took some time so don't be in a rush. Glad I went and I will be back sometime to check out their breakfast.“

3.5 Good90 Reviews
Georgia Brown's American • $$$
950 15th St NW, Washington

Customers` Favorites

Fried Chicken Breast Collard Greens and Mashed Potatoes
Crab Stuffed Shrimp with Collard Greens
Buttermilk Fried Chicken and Greens
Shrimp \u0026 Grits Full
Creole Blackened Salmon
Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes
Fried Green Tomatoes
Pan Seared Scallops
Seafood Penne Pasta
Country Fried Steak

“Food was amazing! So flavorful… And the band was superb! But the service wasn’t great 2/5 ⭐️👎“

3.9 Good1216 Reviews
Doro Soul Food Soul Food • $
1819 7th St NW, Washington

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Sandwich & Berbere Fries
Fried Chicken Breast Sandwich
Fried Chicken and Corn Bread
Black Cumin Qibe Cornbread
Fried Doro Plate - 4 PC
Fried Chicken Dinner
Spiced Mac & Cheese
Turmeric Coleslaw
Mango Pudding
Mac and Cheese

“This place has flat out the best tasting fried chicken in town. The crispness of the breadding and the delicious Ethiopian butter with its spices, is a magnificent Ethiopian fusion combo. While I wish there would be one of these in Hollywood, California where I live, I'm always making it a point to come here while being in D.C.

I highly recommend this place. Do not miss out on this delicacy in town.“

4.1 Good113 Reviews
Players Lounge Lounges • $
2737 Martin Luther King Jr Ave SE, Washington

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Wings and Fish and Fries
Grilled Cheese Sandwiches
Greens and Mac & Cheese
Smothered Pork Chops
Fried Fish Fillet
Macaroni Cheese
BBQ Chicken Leg
Beef Short Ribs
Liver & Onions
Lobster Tails

“FOOD IS VERY GOOD AND I LOVE STEVE AND GEORGINA“

3.5 Good44 Reviews
Henry's Soul Cafe Cafe • $
1704 U St NW, Washington

Customers` Favorites

2 Pork Chops Dinner with Collard Greens and Macaroni
Fried Trout Collard Greens and Macaroni and Cheese
Fried Chicken Dinner with Two Sides
Fried Chicken Wings Collard Greens
Whiting Mac & Cheese and Coleslaw
BBQ Ribs Beef Sandwich
Whole Sweet Potato Pie
Catfish Dinner
Steak Sandwich
Banana Pudding

“The food here was delicious. I was visiting out of town with my mother. She is a very picky eater and she even enjoyed it. I had the fried chicken Mac and cheese and dressing with gravy. 🔥🔥It was delicious. 10/10 definitely recommend. I will be back when I visit DC again. I'm only 2 hours away lol“

4 Good94 Reviews
Saints Paradise Cafeteria Soul Food • $
601 M St NW, Washington

Customers` Favorites

Had Smothered Turkey Wings Mac and Cheese Along with Collard Greens Roasted Chicken
Fried Chicken Cornbread Mashed Potatoes and Gravy with Collard Greens
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
Mac and Cheese Smothered Pork Chops
Turkey Wings Collard Greens Cabbage
Scrambled Eggs with Cheese Bacon
Spare Ribs Greens Sweet Potatoes

“While I totally stood out from the crowd of customers, it felt like I was welcomed into another persons home for a good hearty meal.

I was fortunate to get there when the line was a few folks behind the food stations as I’ve been told the line can go out the door. They switch some of the menu items up daily as well, but generally keep it the same for certain items. You can taste the food is made with love.

The line staff are the best and almost all, or all, are volunteers. They won’t take no sass, but will gladly dish out their sass as if it’s candy on Halloween. They make you feel like you’ve been there 1000x times before even if it’s your first.

One thing that I wasn’t ready for was when I finished eating - the staff will come by and clean up your area. I was looking around for a long moment before someone stopped me and filled me in.

While I only went here once during my DC visit, I’m eager to visit again when I come back! Highly recommend this place to anyone looking for soul food, are on a budget, and want to feel like you’re at home despite being far away from it.“

4.6 Superb108 Reviews
Addie Loves Soul Soul Food • $
410 61st St NE, Washington

Customers` Favorites

Roasted Chicken Mac and Cheese with Collard Greens
Chicken Dinner Quarter
Chicken Wing Platter
Macaroni and Cheese
Fried Fish Platter
The Seafood Salad
Liver and Onions
Croaker Sandwich
Banana Pudding
Peach Cobbler

“Mac and cheese was a solid effort. Fried whiting was high-quality — the breading was saltier than I like, but I’m a pretty low-salt guy.

The side of greens were amazing — the most complex, thought-through greens I can ever remember having. I saw ham, onions, and red bell pepper brightening a pile that was juicy while impossibly also light and airy. This is the Ph.D of greens!“

4.2 Good83 Reviews
LuvPlates Soul & Grill Soul Food • $$
6120 Marlboro Pike, District Heights

Customers` Favorites

Fall Off the Bones Ribs Mama Greens and World Famous Mac N Cheese
Jerk Chicken Cabbage Mac and Cheese
Pan Seared or Grilled Salmon
World Famous Mac and Cheese
BBQ Halal Chicken Sandwich
Fall Off the Bone Ribs
Jerk Chicken Rice Opt
Mama's Greens
Rib Sandwich
Jerk Bowl

“first time was today. food is great. fast, friendly service. it's been a while since I've had jerk chicken this good. I'll be back for more“

4.4 Superb31 Reviews
Open Crumb Soul Food • $
1243 Marion Barry Ave SE, Washington

Customers` Favorites

Fried Chicken Sandwich and Fries
Barbeque Chicken
Grilled Chicken
Mac and Cheese
Bread Pudding
Spinach Stew
Chicken Stew
Veggie Bowl
Goat Stew
Crabcake

“Saw an amazing story about the food and owners of this restaurant- what a great story - thank you for being such a great role model and giving back to the community“

4.2 Good41 Reviews
Sharks Fish & Chicken Soul Food • $
2927 Martin Luther King Jr Ave SE, Washington

Customers` Favorites

Traditional Party Wing
Grilled Catfish Platter
Strawberry Cheese Cake
Steak and Cheese Sub
Double Cheeseburger
Fried Trout Platter
Seafood Family Meal
Kids 3 Whole Wings
Sweet Potato Fries
Fried Frog Legs

“Good fried fish. The desserts are also good.“

4 Good52 Reviews
Andrene's Caribbean • $
308 Kennedy St NW, Washington

Customers` Favorites

Escovietched King Fish with Rice and Beans
Beef Ribs with Mac and Meatless Greens
Small Jerky Chicken Platter
Jamaican Beef Patties
Jerk Chicken Sandwich
Red Beans and Rice
Jerk Chicken Wings
Escovitch Snapper
Red Velvet Cake
Oxtails Cabbage

“This place is great and fast and the barbecue rib, beef is the best! The no fat and best meat and the most seasoned. I don’t like pork ribs and they offer beef ribs. The best quality too! Grateful for the money spent, I have come back multiple times for it!“

4.3 Superb131 Reviews
Soul Wingz @ Howard University Soul Food • $
1924 9th St NW, Washington

Customers` Favorites

Spicy Lemon Pepper Wingz 12
French Toast Platter
Cheese Gritz

“Had a very good experience there and I will go back soon“

3.5 Good60 Reviews
Oohh's & Aahh's Soul Food • $$
1005 U St NW, Washington

Customers` Favorites

Fried Chicken Wings Sweet Potatoes Collard Greens
Turkey Wings 2pc No Side
Yams and Mac and Cheese
Fried Whiting Sandwich
Crispy Chicken Wings
Chicken & Waffles
Sweet Potato Cake
Catfish & Grits
Chicken Wings 6
Beef Short Ribs

“Oohs and Aahs server/host John was courteous and helpful.“

3.4 Good149 Reviews
Senbeb Cafe Cafe • $
6224 3rd St NW, Washington

Customers` Favorites

Chickpea & Spinach Stew lg
Assorted Cakes Cookies
Cajun Fried Chicken
Vegan Seafood Pasta
Steak & Cheese
Chicken Salad
Potato Salad
Mac-N-Cheese
Barbecue Tofu
Coconut Cake

“Great and Delicious food! So glad I found it :)“

4.3 Superb31 Reviews
Henry´s Soul Café Southern • $$
2125 Alabama Ave SE, Washington

“I was In Falls Church visiting a friend and had to try HSCAFÉ.. @MamaNemsRVA_ I ordered Ribs potato salad collards and yams and I loved it I always post pics as an aspiring food critic but it was so good I forgot !!! For Dessert I ordered Sweet Potato Pie Banana pudding and pound cake which will last me a while but tasted them all for reviews and all three 10/10!!“

4.2 Good15 Reviews
Fish-King Seafood • $
403 Rhode Island Ave NE, Washington

Customers` Favorites

Fried Pork Chop Grits and Scrambled Eggs
Grits with Butter and Cheese lg
Philly Steak and Cheese
Fried Chicken Wings
Fried Fish Sandwich
American Breakfast
Whiting Sandwich
Trout Sandwich
Egg Sandwiches
Egg & Cheese

“-Wonderful customer service.
-food is good, but the wait can sometimes a bit timely (fresh fish)however you can call in.
-I would.love to.see a spinach patty and a shrimp patty!
I'll definitely com.back
.“

3.9 Good27 Reviews
Senbeb Natural Foods Co-Op Vegan • $
6224 3rd St NW, Washington

“I love the staff and the food.“

4.6 Superb4 Reviews
Lula Maes Gardin Family • $
107 Kennedy St NW, Washington

Customers` Favorites

Crab & Spinach Grilled Cheese on Texas Toast
Lamp Chops Mac and Cheese and Green Beans
Grits with Crab Cake and Beef Sausage
Salmon Teriyaki Crab Fries Crab Cakes
Smothered Pork Chops w 2 Sides
Smothered Pork Chop Meal
Jerk Chicken Salad Wrap
Cucumber Mint Lemonade
Jerk Chicken Egg Rolls
Smoked Mac & Cheese

“Ordered the wings & lulagria cake on Uber Eats. To my pleasant surprise the wings were still crispy after their car ride. They tasted great as did the curry cabbage & fries on the side & cake 4 desser“

3.7 Good93 Reviews