Soul Food Restaurants near Jonesboro, GA

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

“Tú best food in Georgia state“

“Great food, service & prices.“

“Me and the Hubby always like to give reviews on our food cause were very picky when it comes to soulfood. We tried it today I had the pulled pork,and greens and my husband had the smoked wings,potato salad, greens and we loved it! the greens were exactly how we like them.👌🏽 Everything was good, price was reasonable we will definitely be back.“

“I love it love it love it!“

“The gravy on the smothered chicken and turkey wings was really good. Both cooked perfectly
My husband liked the collard greens
The only thing we didn’t care for was the rice, it was mushy. We will definitely be back I love a good smothered peace of meat. I gave the food a 5 because the flavor was on point.“

“Ribs, Pork Chops ,Wings,Turkey wings. I've tried everything on the menu. There's nothing I don't like. The peach cobbler cake is a unique treat. .......oh yeah the jalapeño cornbread is the secret gift.“

“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.“

“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…“

“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!!!“

“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!“

“I stopped by for a rib sandwich, but they were out of ribs. I ended up getting the rib tips, fries, and a tropical punch instead, and I'm glad I did. Everything was delicious. The rib tips were flavorful, the fries were great, and the tropical punch was the perfect addition to the meal. I'll definitely be back again.“

“Food was absolutely delicious. I had baked white meat chicken, collards, rice and gravy, sweet tea and peach cobbler. Chicken was amazing!! Hot, fresh, seasoned perfect and falling off the bone.
First time but definitely not the last. Highly recommend!“

“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 !“

“Tropikal Bird is truly amazing! I've dined there twice now, and each time the food was delicious. Two weekends in a row! I'll definitely be returning and bringing others along next time!“

“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.“

“We had a great experience here. The atmosphere was welcoming, and the restaurant offers delicious food at prices that are very reasonable. The mac and cheese was easily one of the best items we tried—creamy, flavorful, and cooked just right. Everything we ordered was fresh and satisfying. If you're looking for good home-style cooking without overspending, this place is definitely worth a visit. We'd happily recommend it to others.“

“Amazing experience! Don’t know just where to begin. I love the pork chops, black eyed peas over rice, the fish and grits, the meatloaf; just so many great tasting items! Plus Diane, Tony and the children all are rock stars, in the kitchen and running the show. Such a pleasure to enjoy…🤓“

“I gave Big Back's Cajun Kitchen 5 stars because of the outstanding service provided by the young man who waited on us. He treated every customer as if they were the only person in the restaurant, giving everyone genuine attention, professionalism, and excellent hospitality. He truly made the experience memorable.

The food was excellent! The fried ribs are my favorite, and the red velvet cake was incredibly moist and delicious. I don't get to visit often because I live a good distance away, but this is always my go-to spot whenever I'm headed to the airport.

My only disappointment was that the level of service from the other employees didn't match the standard he set. His work ethic and customer service were exceptional, and I hope the rest of the team follows his example because he represents the restaurant very well.
Big Back's Cajun Kitchen is always worth the stop! The fried ribs are hands down my favorite—they're seasoned perfectly and full of flavor. And don't leave without trying the red velvet cake... it's incredibly moist and one of the best I've had.

I don't get to visit as often as I'd like because I live a good distance away, but every time I'm headed to the airport, this is my go-to spot. Great food, great flavor, and always a satisfying meal. Highly recommend!“

“Sarah 'put her foot" in every dish. Fried chicken and pork chops were spectacular. Had black-eyed peas, Collard greens, green beans, candied Yams and fried Okra. No frozen veggies here! All fresh and delicious. Rolls and Cornbread muffins were special, too. ❤️ this place!“

“If you want chicken, fish , fries, slaw, fried okra, or Hush Puppies this is hands down BEST place to get my goodness it was great! I will drive from South Carolina just to eat here! You will not be disappointed. Did I mention if you leave hungry from here it's your own fault! Fresh and awesome100/10 rating from me and my family!“

“I live in the area and decided to give this place a try with my sister's. First of all, parking is very limited, as it sits in a small plaza just off the highway. Entering, the restaurant is a bit dirty. The doors, floors, table and the areas against the walls and flooring where quite filthy. And the flies, woo. Since they are a Black Owned establishment, we decided to go ahead and try the food. I really wanted to try the Red Snapper, but they were out of it. Bummer. We ordered, got the food home, and the presentation was good. We got a Smothered Chicken plate with Mac n Cheese and Garlic Mashed Potatoes. Another one with Cabbage and Mac n Cheese. A Whiting Fish plate with Yams and Mac n Cheese and a Veggie plate of Cabbage, Yams, Green Beans and Mac n Cheese.
The Mac n Cheese was very disappointing. There was no cheese pull, lacked flavor and the cheese was very orange and tasted artificial. The Smothered Chicken over Rice and the Whiting was good. However, the fish could have used a bit more seasoning. The Veggie plate did not come in a plate. Smh. It came in individual side containers. 🙄 The yams where okay, if you like the taste of Karo syrup. The green beans looked sort of old, although on camera they looked very good, go figure. They were also surprisingly very tasty. And last of all, the Garlic Mashed Potatoes were absolutely delicious. Overall we give the food 4 out of 5 stars. This review was done not to hurt this establishment, but to help them see where improvements are needed to better serve the community that supports their business. We need to support our Black Owned businesses and they need to serve us in a higher standard.“

“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“

“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!!!“

“Great service and good food. Highly recommend.“

“Delicious Italian Beefs and wonderful customer service.“

“BEST SOUL FOOD IN SOUTH ATLANTA SHE COOKS LIKE MY GRANDMA!!“

“Great place, good vibes and drinks!“

“I was definitely surprised how good the food tasted. This is my second time coming back and everything so far has been seasoned well. I appreciate that they have $10 value meals, $17 meals and $20 meals just to name a few. Not sure how long those prices will last but they have something for everyone’s pocket!!“