Soul Food Restaurants near Fort Lauderdale, FL

“1st time visit -- WOW!! Great service, GREAT drinks, and GREAT food --- My compliments to the entire staff and to their leader, Anthony 'TOTO' Valenti What a well-oiled machine that delivers for their patrons!! We will be going back!“

“Food is so freaking good the junjun rice is omg the chicken n sauce is omg I will be going back ❤️❤️❤️❤️💯💯💯💯💯‼️‼️‼️‼️👌👌👌👌“

“I love this place , Mummae always have great food , and service and atmosphere, mek yeh feel like real family or at least like my family 😉 , and it was a time I didn't have no money and was hungry and was trying my luck after I lost my job and no hesitation a hot plate of food , that lady ah do eh lawds work Mon , Respect Mummae , Bless yah restaurant“

“We gone always come to Miami Gardens and support trickdaddy we love you trick they food is Awesome“

“Delicious food and plenty of it. Truly a nice experience.“

“Try something different for lunch today in Downtown Fort Lauderdale area, try Blue Tree Cafe Vegan Soul Food by Nika King. This little cafe serves up all the soul, as Nika’s mom, Chef Sharon cooks up all of your soul food favorites, for a very reasonable price, plus special for this month, they have a home made burger for 954 Burger Month. The Black Bean Soul Burger is made with black beans, brown rice, toasted walnuts and a variety of spices and herbs. It’s served on a vegan brioche bun smered with a chipotle compound butter and house dressing, served here with hand cut sweet potato fries. The menu also has a lot of great options too, the crab balls are my favorite! Hours are limited as they are only open Tuesday - Thursday, 11-6 and are cashless business. They are located at 612 NW 9th Ave Ste A in Ft.Lauderdale, close to downtown, but they have do have a private free parking lot. Highly suggest checking them out this week, and trying the burger before the end of the month.“

“If you want a home cooked meal layed back atmosphere. Y'all need to come to this little place. I highly recommend, great food great hospitality.“

“I found this place online and took my out of town family there for breakfast. They have been there over 20 years. The food was excellent for the price. The woman at counter was pleasant. It’s a little off the beaten path, but worth a try.“

“I’ve been to this restaurant twice and the food is pretty great. The fried turkey (taso) dinner comes with black rice, salad, fried plantain, and salad. Parking in the plaza could be improved, but I’ve never had trouble finding a spot. I’m excited to try the rest of their menu.“

“I love you guys! Best food ever!“

“the food is very good most the time the potatoes not alway hot alway check that they give you the right order, they dont always anwser the phone they say 20mins for all the orders then you get there it's one or another . i still go there just not alot any more“

“Ordered 2 dinners and 2cakes. Conch dinner and snapper. Food was tasty but I would have prefer conch be a little more tender. Restaurant don’t offer Apple Pay so you have to have physical card with you to pay. It was clean and quiet. Staff was professional. I like that I was able to order over phone for pickup which was the deciding factor that made me go there. Big menu and a wide variety of food from breakfast to lunch /dinner options.“

“From the moment we walked in, the experience at this restaurant was amazing. The owner, Mily, greeted us with a big smile and made us feel so welcome. She was incredibly hospitable—she even offered my mom a small taste of the legume before ordering, just to make sure she liked it. That level of care and kindness really stood out. Mily also walked us through the ordering process, explaining each dish and helping us feel comfortable with our choices.

I ordered the legume white rice sauce pwa plate and the tassot with diri jon jon, and let me tell you—it was phenomenal. The flavors were amazing , and everything was cooked to perfection. The restaurant’s playlist set the perfect mood, good music and playing at just the right volume not loud. Plus, the restaurant
was spotless—tables floors, were clean.

You can tell Mily truly cares about her customers and takes pride in every dish she serves. The atmosphere was warm and inviting, the service was personal, and the food was absolutely delicious. We’ll definitely be coming back! If you’re in the area please come check her out!“

“Shuckin Southern has not fell me, it always come through. The service was great and the food was even better. We had Mac n Cheese and Shuckin special sauce chicken. My girls always ask for extra. Thank you for your service to the community for following your dream!!!!“

“Excellent dining experience for "foodies" in particular--lots of taste sensations and nuanced preparations, perfectly plated. Put Kitchen on your "must try" list. There's much to extoll here, with a few minor quibbles. Homey yet chic atmosphere, and a lovely curbside patio dining area (short wait at the simply decorated bar before being seated inside, great corner table for four). Noise level is surprisingly low for an overall intimate space. Very professional and eager to please wait staff. Dinner was nicely paced, never felt rushed. Drinks are amply poured, though a tad pricey, as is the interesting and well chosen wine list. Consider bringing your own special bottle of wine for a nominal corkage fee, as we did. Excellent stemware. But it's all about the food! Standout appetizers included the charred crab cake; ahi tuna; and crispy eggplant/roasted peppers/burrata. "Fish of the day" branzino, seared scallops, chicken schnitzel, and the "special" duck breast entrees were each outstanding! While some other reviews mention "small portions", we did not find this the case. In fact, too full, we four shared one sizable coconut cake...off the charts! Chef-owner Matthew Byrne is certainly worthy of his many accolades. We wish him continued success--much deserved. Go! Enjoy! D. Slater, Boca Raton“

“I visited from out of town and wanted some good down home food! I was impressed! I ordered the catfish and grits, Cajun shrimp and grits. Absolutely delicious! 10/10+ Oh and the mango juice was tasty as well! Staff were wonderful! I’ll definitely be back!“

“I've been a customer since this place opened..I've seen all the changes to the inside, outside.however the Food and service stays the same .when ever your looking for a goodt home cooked bite to eat.Stop by the chicken box.youll be glad you did.. Louis will definitely satisfy your taste buds“

“I order oxtail, jerk chicken, and 8 honey garlic wings. Service took 5 mins, very professional, and the food, literally to die for!“

“Every thing was fresh and out“

“If you looking for some good home cooking soul food & Black own . Hazel's Bruch Bar is the place to be“

“Amazing food!!!“

“I read the comments and still gave this place a try and I must say I was impressed you can’t go off what everybody else says my waiter Jennifer she was nice and helpful the food was great I had fried lobster Mac n cheese yams and a side of greens with a mystery drink oh and the music was on point also I definitely will be back to this place“

“Chef West creates delicious, homestyle meals. His meals never disappoint. I highly recommend indulging in one of his creations. You won't regret it.“

“This is the worst place on the planet, where you have to beg for a glass of water and the bar attender gives you the worst attitude and refuse to give you water. A freaking water!!! She ignores everything you ask, she doesn’t even bother to look at you!!! How?? Why??? Never in my life I have experienced something like this! Please, if you are not happy working there then you need to quit!!! Management, you are loosing customers there! You guys are in customers service business!!! I will never go back there to be disrespected again!! Neither should anyone!“