Soul Food Restaurants near Hapeville, GA

“We had just flown in from Austin to Atlanta and it was late so we wanted something to eat, we decided on Kenny’s. I was awestruck when we walked in, I could tell they were going for a “run-down” aesthetic and it totally worked. Most of the restaurant was a dance floor, that’s the only reason half the rooms would be empty, and random things like a ladder and a paint can were around the area for us to find. The 70s movie about heroin really added to the vibe. We were completely alone which must mean that everyone else ate it so fast that they were already gone. I ordered chicken tenders and fries. I could tell this was a high end hole in the wall because of the empty cafeteria style serving area and the exclusive use of to-go foam trays. The two men behind the counter had thick Mexican accents one wore a nirvana shirt, how fancy! When I went to go get my drink I was amazed to see that they had three flavors of kool-aid! I’ve never seen a restaurant like that! We sat down at one of the 5 tables in the 4 large rooms. After a short time our food came, when I tried it I understood how it was a tribute to mid food everywhere, it was profoundly meh 🫤 I was enchanted. Then we left.“

“Came to ATL from out of town craving some good soul food, this place DELIVERED. I am planning to travel back to ATL just to eat here again. Well done Southern Queenz ??“

“I just want to give a thank you to Twisted Soul Cookhouse & Pours for your kindness and generosity toward furloughed government workers during this difficult time. Your complimentary meals were more than just food—they were a reminder that compassion and community still matter. A special shout-out to our amazing host, Corey, for the warm welcome, great conversation, and genuine hospitality. You truly made us feel seen and cared for. May God continue to bless you all—your hearts, your hands, and your business—for pouring love back into the community. #CommunityLove #TwistedSoul“

“Pleasant and professional staff from beginning to end. The food is delicious and the atmosphere is soulful and peaceful, calming. Although extremely busy, the Chef stopped by our table for a brief moment. Sir Christian Bell "Chef Lucke", what a pleasure; he is an exceptional young man. Thank you for making my birthday, a wonderful day with family, friends, food and fellowship, end on a very high note ! Our Rating: 5 Stars Plus! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (+ ) Our Recommendation: We recommend Oreatha's at the Point very highly, without hesitation or reservation. Dr. Yolanda and Pastor Cord Franklin, Sr. Dallas, Georgia“

“Amazing food! Thank you. 🙏🏻“

“Tried this restaurant on a lark. Outstanding! We had the lamb chops green beans and broccoli. Excellent. And the red velvet cake topped off a great meal. It is definitely on my "new favorites " list and I highly recommend it to anyone who wants a great meal.“

“WHEN I SAY WE HAD A TIME!!!!!!!! Our waiter Monae was amazing and nun but friendly service. We from San Antonio tx and we found this place on Tiktoc and did not disappoint!!!! GET THEIR ASAP!!!“

“I ordered fried green tomatoes!! When I tell you these are the best I have ever tasted!!! I have always loved them but this is a whole new love!!!“

“I finally found real soul food!!! Soul box has everything I miss about my mom’s cooking!!! The flavor is suburb!
I love the variety of vegetables and the turkey options are on point! As a person who doesn’t eat pork or beef, I’m in love with the amount of options that are available even with my limited diet. Soul box is the truth!!“

“This is a slice of home in a corner spot. I felt like I was in my Aunt/ Grannies house on Sunday. The food was stellar, and the ambiance warm. If you understand Southern style, this will be nostalgic. They can't manufacture or replicate this type of atmosphere in a big chain. Now I need to visit at least once per week so I can feed my soul. I had 3 plates of food and was so full, but as we drove off I wish I had eaten more.“

“This is the best bar on the southside. Manny is the best bartender in my opinion. He always acknowledges you when you come in and makes sure you have a good time. Nick and a few other staff also are good about stepping in to help out it make's your experience great. This bar gives you that home away from home vibe most of us in our 30s look for.“

“Food so 🔥
Fresh greens
Turkey cooked proper levels
Mac and yams delicious
Cornbread was perfect!

But that red rice is the main character, I understand why it’s the name of the restaurant 🙌🏾“

“ABSOLUTELY INSANE AND IMPECCABLE. The sandwiches are incredible omgggg and the service is so awesome. The lady was so nice she brought our food too in the busy market setting 🥹 I highly recommend the yams they are sooo tasty and the soul sandwich is just soooo great“

“I stumbled on South Fork about a month ago and I’m so glad that I did. The food and atmosphere take me back to going to my Aunt Tommy’s house on Sundays when I was a kid. The meals are top notch and the staff is warm and welcoming. Definitely recommend. (Also—don’t sleep on the baked chicken.)“

“We decided to check out Virgil’s on the spur of the moment while we were in Atlanta… from us entering the door, manager Nassier made us feel welcome and thoroughly explained the menu. Once we were seated our waiter Brandon did an exceptional job taking our order and keeping our glasses full… the atmosphere was great and it experience was like none other…I can say this was one of the best if not the best dining experiences…“

“If you’re looking for a breakfast spot that feels like home with food that tastes like heaven, Yummies Cafe in Riverdale, GA, is it! My family and I recently visited for breakfast, and we were blown away by the quality and care that went into every bite. The pancakes were the perfect mix of fluffy and crispy, with golden edges that added the ideal crunch. The eggs were cooked to perfection, and the bacon? It was everything bacon should be… crispy, smoky, and satisfying. The fried chicken was a standout, perfectly seasoned and fried to a golden, juicy crisp. But the real star of the meal? The cinnamon honey biscuits!!! These were hands down the best biscuits we’ve ever had… soft, buttery, and absolutely melt-in-your-mouth heavenly! The atmosphere was cozy, and the service was warm and welcoming, making the experience even better. Yummies Cafe is a hidden gem that truly lives up to its name. If you’re in Riverdale, do yourself a favor and stop by. You won’t be disappointed!“

“Listen I meant to take a picture but my plate gone already. Ribs were off the bone, greens and yams were so good. First time going and I'm ready to go back . I'm sad about the banana pudding being out hope to try it next time! & the customer service was great I had my 2 yr old and the cashier was interactive and kind .. will be back“

“The other day I placed an order through DoorDash for some beef tips w/rice, and 2 sides but my order was wrong and DoorDash refused to give me my money back. I called Big Daddy's Soul Food to let them know and Big Daddy himself made sure that I got my food fresh and hot as he had one of his employees deliver it to me. I always order from them when I don't feel like cooking and I am truly grateful for that moment. I just wanted to say thank you for the excellent service you provided!! Great customer service!!!“

“The other day I placed an order through DoorDash for some beef tips w/rice, and 2 sides but my order was wrong and DoorDash refused to give me my money back. I called Big Daddy's Soul Food to let them know and Big Daddy himself made sure that I got my food fresh and hot as he had one of his employees deliver it to me. I always order from them when I don't feel like cooking and I am truly grateful for that moment. I just wanted to say thank you for the excellent service you provided!! Great customer service!!!“

“The food is soooo good! You can cook for me anytime. I’m yet to be disappointed with eating your cooking for the last 10 years. I’ve tried many others, but nothing compares to your HOME COOKING! GOD has truly BLESSED YOU with an AWESOME gift because everybody can’t cook!“

“Mr. Lewis has a powerful and blessed attitude. His soul food is simply fantastic!“

“Amazing food, wonderful and welcoming staff. Very inexpensive.“

“Listen! This is the place go to for delicious food but also the history of how the food is made. Thanks to Emmanuel, Josh, and Matt for their incredible service and showcasing the legacy of the powerful women who made it possible. Inspiring, delicious, and a must go to for anyone visiting Atlanta. You found a forever fan!“

“I had a good meal at Walter's Soul Food Cafe. The menu had a nice selection of Southern-style dishes, and I liked the homestyle feel of the food. The portions were generous, and the staff were friendly. Service could be a little slow when things got busy, and the food could be more consistent, but overall I enjoyed my visit. I'd consider coming back to try something else on the menu.“

“Great food and very friendly owners.“

“I recommend everything on the menu. Food is great!“

“Ordered late night after World Cup event around 10:30pm at my hotel downtown. Worth the wait the lemon pepper is my favorite with drum wings and fries. I hope to try again next time in Atlanta in comforts of hotel next time. Hope you invest back to bigger kitchen and more amazing food because I now see why the food magic city is great. Thank you hope to order in future when I’m there“

“A friend of mine told me about this soul food place. I was very pleased with the meatloaf and greens and mac and cheese! Large portions for the price. Excellent cobblers and homemade cakes. Eat in or carry out.“

“April was great; she gave us great service. We will be back.“

“Tú best food in Georgia state“

“all the food they have is 1000 good i love it“

“Barrio ATL is an entire VIBEEEEEEEEEEEEE!!! I ended up here on a Thursday. I was in the Cascade area and in the mood for tacos. After a search on Yelp Barrio ATL popped up and was where we headed for the night. As a heads up, Barrio ATL sits in the corner of the strip plaza. As such, the parking can be a bit tight so be sure to choose a space accordingly. Upon walking in, the ambiance puts you in the mindset of a trendy hookah lounge. Wall seating, chairs, and tables are to the left, and a VIP area style is to the right. The DJ is directly to the left of the VIP area and the bar area is to the left of the DJ. The building is medium-sized and build rectangular so there is ample length as compared to the width. There was no one at the Hostess booth when I walked in, however, the young lady got up from one of the tables in the back, greeted me, and quickly took us to our table. Once seated, the waitress assigned to our table came over and was super nice and welcoming. She introduced herself as Shay and went over the specials for the night. As the ambiance is more than just a casual bar, Shay’s service was superior. Her personality shined and she enhanced the overall experience of the night. Thank you, Shay! Based on the specials for the night I decided to go with the 3 Chicken Birriia Tacos for $9 (this was a great deal as they are usually $20) and a side of fries. As they didn’t have Sweet Tea on the menu I ordered a bottle of water. Shout out to Barrio ATL for serving Fiji. Ha. Babeeeeeeeeee… Here me when I tell you… I don’t know what kind of potatoes these fries were made with but they were the BOMBBBBBBBB. They were thick, perfectly fried, golden to perfection, and well seasoned. For the record, I would go back for the fries alone. LoL! The birria tacos were good as well. As this was my first time having them I don’t have anything to compare them to, however, I enjoyed the experience. The crunchiness of the taco shell with the well-seasoned chicken. The birria consomé was well seasoned and definitely enhanced the flavor of the taco, as such, for my first birria experience I enjoyed it. Furthermore, if the chicken was this good, I can’t wait to try the beef. Overall Barrio ATL is def one to add to the checklist when you are looking for a vibe. The DJ was on point, the ambiance was hittin like it needed to be, and the overall flow of the environment was ideal for a kick it/unwind/grab a drink type of vibe.“

“First time visiting this establishment and the food was amazing. Great experience“

“Frances and KK at the Atlanta Airport location are so friendly and helpful! Loved my experience here. The food is great!!“

“Good taste, probably the best vegan version of soul food“

“I Was Completely Blown Away At This Restaurant. I Was Sat By A Beautiful Host Which Turn Out To Be My Server. Renisha Was Very Knowledgeable About The Ga Craft Beers. She did an amazing job by explaining each item on the menu. I Gave Her The Opportunity Of Ordering My Food and Beer. Oh Boy She Did Not Disappoint. I had the Blackened Catfish with rice and beans and an Orange Still Diva Beer To Drink. It was her two favorite items and I had no complaints! Renisha service was the best service I have had in years. My water cup was never low and if I had more time I would have had another beer. Renisha Was Very Patient With Me Even Though The Restaurant Was Very Busy. She is also a team player and is willing to pick up the slack from others. As A Restaurant Manager Please Give This Server Her Flowers, She Deserves it !“

“Loved the food, atmosphere and history“

“I loved their meatloaf and ate there often when I lived in Rex. My old neighbor told me that there was an incident and the place is now closed.“

“ordered catering for my job, and let’s just say my coworkers aren’t exactly used to soul food like this. When they tried the pot roast and that creamy, flavorful mac & cheese, one of them literally said, “This is bursting with flavor!” 😂

Now every Friday, it’s a done deal — we make sure we cater Trey da Chef. It’s officially a tradition. Food hits every single time. Highly recommend if you want to introduce your office to real seasoning and Southern comfort done right.“

“I've eaten here a lot over the years. The food is sadly not what it used to be. The mac & cheese had zero seasoning when I went this weekend. I do understand that with home-cooked food, there will be variations in the flavor from time to time. So I can forgive that.

However, the one thing that is not so forgivable is that they added a 25% restaurant fee at some point. I didn't realize it until I got home and looked at the receipt. Between the 25% restaurant fee plus a 15% tip, I ended up paying 40% extra for to-go food. That felt shady. I have always liked supporting this place but if you are going to add a 25% fee, you need to be more up front about it.“

“goood gooood goooooood fooood 24 7 haven't been in ga in a min. went to mama food still delicious. compliments to the chef and workers“

“My first visit to this little Gem. Very popular with Airport employees. I ordered Jambalaya, Mac n cheese and coco bread. I requested some brown gravy over the Jambalaya. The flavor was absolutely amazing. That dish needs to be family size. The Mac was perfectly cheesy and the bread was Hot and Fresh. It was also nice chatting with the cook or owner. I will be coming back!! Dave. Thank you very much for great meal. 🙏💪“

“Perfect!!!! This is some of the best that I had in Atlanta, and I'm serious..Meatloaf I'll pass but the Turkey wings with dressing and the fried chicken was perfect.Thank you so much, and I will becoming back every time.We want something good to eat. Now y'all cook like we cook.We put the soul in the soul food“

“Sooo good!! My friend in Texas found Tae’s on Facebook and wanted to bless me while recovering from COVID. Her blessing was matched by the great tasting food and great service! Just a little bit more of that cornbread would have been nice?“

“I have been wanting to try this place for a minute. Today I couldn’t decide what to eat and decided to give them a try. So happy I did. Those smoked wings were chefs kiss! Most times when I get wings I don’t get sides but today I did and that Mac N Cheese was everything I didn’t expect!!! Now typically when I get 2 sides one of them not good but the way I ate those greens! I found my new spot. Unfortunately they didn’t have salmon for me to get for my husband, but I’ll be back!“

“Wanted to update since my last review. I was at Wyatt's on Friday. Got rib tips and a half slab. Man oh man they were on point. This place is amazing. Thank you for staying in the community. Keep cooking.“

“Flavors catered my Dad's 75th Birthday Celebration about a couple of weeks ago (January 25, 2025). The food was GREAT/ EXCEPTIONAL! And, the staff was very warm, kind, and hospitable. Kudos and Blessings to them. Frederick“

“Turkey bbq sandwich and fries were delicious 😋“

“The other day I placed an order through DoorDash for some beef tips w/rice, and 2 sides but my order was wrong and DoorDash refused to give me my money back. I called Big Daddy's Soul Food to let them know and Big Daddy himself made sure that I got my food fresh and hot as he had one of his employees deliver it to me. I always order from them when I don't feel like cooking and I am truly grateful for that moment. I just wanted to say thank you for the excellent service you provided!! Great customer service!!!“