The Licking

$$ • Soul Food, Vegetarian

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About The Licking

The Licking is a popular spot known for its great drinks and tasty food that is seasoned just right. It is easy to find and has friendly staff. The food is made fresh to order, with standout dishes like the lemon pepper turkey wings, candy yams, and mac and cheese, all flavorful and well-seasoned. Customers often enjoy the chicken, steak, and shrimp from the menu. The lemon pepper turkey wings are especially praised, and the candy yams are cooked well, though some find the yams in large chunks. The mac and cheese can be a bit plain, with noodles topped with unmelted cheese, but still enjoyable. The waffles have a solid flavor, though some find them a little dry. The shrimp is decent, and the drinks are really good, including a variety of flavors in the Mystery Drink, which some find less fruity than expected but others enjoy.

Service can be rough at times, with wait times of about 10 minutes before seating, and staff may not always be welcoming. The atmosphere is lively and makes it a cool restaurant in the city, though a chilly environment has led some diners to eat in their cars. The collard greens sometimes have many bones and not enough meat, and the wings can be a bit oily. Overall, The Licking offers a good experience with delicious food and two parking lots for convenience, making it a recommended place for a satisfying meal.