We first came in and was unsure whether we had to wait to be seated or just take a seat. Unlike last time I was here someone was at the door. But no problem, we ended up seating ourselves because no one was there. So I thought to give them another chance because I had raw chicken last time I was here. So I decided to not order that again.But this time The Food was good. However, we waited 1 hour and 20 minutes before we were served. I personally have their food once a year. Usually around this time.Great throwback music.Our waitress was pleasant.Overall I would come back. I love their dressing!
Debra L.
Food is awesome. Clean establishment. Very friendly staff. Love this place! Great variety. Best southern food ever. Nice flavor not
Robyn Sly
Their fried chicken is so flavorful. And the mashed potatoes were tasty.We were greeted when we entered, and our waiter was friendly and fixed our small problem quickly!!
M A.
SO TASTY!!! My husband and I chose Vivian's for something different. What a wonderful surprise. My shrimp and grits was absolutely outstanding, and my husband really loved his catfish. Thanks also to server Terrance; you stayed on top of things.
Kim Mc
Great char on j*** chicken, shrimp was well seasoned. Fried batter for fish and chicken was a tad salty but perfectly cooked, muffin was cold and slightly raw at the top center. Overall, everything was surprisingly good, we would definitely go back and try other menu items.
Thomas H.
Great food! and Vivian is my Auntie now. I would go for lunch because they run out of the specials before dinner. My favorite special is the beef short ribs.
Allen E.
EXCELLENT FOOD! Everything is seasoned to perfection. My Sunday go-to place. Best fried chicken in CR!!
Patrick L.
What the hell is wrong with this place? Never open when they say, need new management!
Chase Morantz
I was pleasantly surprised. The food is good and quite close to my own home cooking. Many soul food joints cut corners to keep up with traffic. Seemingly this place still continues to make very good and authentic dishes. The fried chicken was crispy and juicy. I always complain about chicken not being flavorful. This chicken is not that. If there was one critique I’d say it was just slightly salty. But eh. Not a huge deal. And the sides were certainly homemade. A+++
Jason J.
I was pleasantly surprised. The foos is good and quite close to my own home cooking. Many soul food joints cut corners to keep up with traffic. Seemingly this place still continues to make very good and authentic dishes. The fried chicken was crispy and juicy. I always complain about chicken not being flavorful. This chicken is not that. If there was one critique I'd say it was just slightly salty. But eh. Not a huge deal. And the sides were certainly homemade. A+++
It's been a couple of years since we first found this gem! We don't get here often because we don't live close by, but whenever we are in the area this is where we come to eat. I'm so happy that they have survived the times, but also not surprised. If you want great Soul food, the best Collard Greens, and J*** Chicken that you've ever had then this is the place to go! Everyone is happy and eager to please! They want their customers to leave happy also! If they make a mistake they make it right with apologies! Love love love Vivian's Soul Food and we will to continue to come here as long as they continue to be here! Thanks everyone, see you again!
Lizzy L.
Loved coming here! If you're craving southern comfort food, this is THE spot! We had the fried okra, fried chicken, Mac and cheese, rice with gravy, and corn muffins! Everything was delicious!
Megan Simpson
Came in after a long day of work for food and to unwind. Ordered a southern peach and man was it delicious!!! Food was out pretty fast and HOTTTTT! had to let it cool down before I could enjoy! Drink was perfect!! I only came for one, but ended up getting two!!??♀️ It was too good!!! Don’t judge me?
keshuna miller
The food was trash the chicken test like old cooking oil it was burnt the yams taste like it's from a can the shrimp and grits was nasty it made me sick. I gave this place a second chance I regret it so much
De Anna I.
Catfish and Mac and cheese were delicious. J*** chicken egg rolls were kind of spicy. Banana pudding is 10/10!!! Would def come back!! Awesome service with wonderful ppl!
We first came in and was unsure whether we had to wait to be seated or just take a seat. Unlike last time I was here someone was at the door. But no problem, we ended up seating ourselves because no one was there. So I thought to give them another chance because I had raw chicken last time I was here. So I decided to not order that again.But this time The Food was good. However, we waited 1 hour and 20 minutes before we were served. I personally have their food once a year. Usually around this time.Great throwback music.Our waitress was pleasant.Overall I would come back. I love their dressing!
Food is awesome. Clean establishment. Very friendly staff. Love this place! Great variety. Best southern food ever. Nice flavor not
Their fried chicken is so flavorful. And the mashed potatoes were tasty.We were greeted when we entered, and our waiter was friendly and fixed our small problem quickly!!
SO TASTY!!! My husband and I chose Vivian's for something different. What a wonderful surprise. My shrimp and grits was absolutely outstanding, and my husband really loved his catfish. Thanks also to server Terrance; you stayed on top of things.
Great char on j*** chicken, shrimp was well seasoned. Fried batter for fish and chicken was a tad salty but perfectly cooked, muffin was cold and slightly raw at the top center. Overall, everything was surprisingly good, we would definitely go back and try other menu items.
Great food! and Vivian is my Auntie now. I would go for lunch because they run out of the specials before dinner. My favorite special is the beef short ribs.
EXCELLENT FOOD! Everything is seasoned to perfection. My Sunday go-to place. Best fried chicken in CR!!
What the hell is wrong with this place? Never open when they say, need new management!
I was pleasantly surprised. The food is good and quite close to my own home cooking. Many soul food joints cut corners to keep up with traffic. Seemingly this place still continues to make very good and authentic dishes. The fried chicken was crispy and juicy. I always complain about chicken not being flavorful. This chicken is not that. If there was one critique I’d say it was just slightly salty. But eh. Not a huge deal. And the sides were certainly homemade. A+++
I was pleasantly surprised. The foos is good and quite close to my own home cooking. Many soul food joints cut corners to keep up with traffic. Seemingly this place still continues to make very good and authentic dishes. The fried chicken was crispy and juicy. I always complain about chicken not being flavorful. This chicken is not that. If there was one critique I'd say it was just slightly salty. But eh. Not a huge deal. And the sides were certainly homemade. A+++
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It's been a couple of years since we first found this gem! We don't get here often because we don't live close by, but whenever we are in the area this is where we come to eat. I'm so happy that they have survived the times, but also not surprised. If you want great Soul food, the best Collard Greens, and J*** Chicken that you've ever had then this is the place to go! Everyone is happy and eager to please! They want their customers to leave happy also! If they make a mistake they make it right with apologies! Love love love Vivian's Soul Food and we will to continue to come here as long as they continue to be here! Thanks everyone, see you again!
Loved coming here! If you're craving southern comfort food, this is THE spot! We had the fried okra, fried chicken, Mac and cheese, rice with gravy, and corn muffins! Everything was delicious!
Came in after a long day of work for food and to unwind. Ordered a southern peach and man was it delicious!!! Food was out pretty fast and HOTTTTT! had to let it cool down before I could enjoy! Drink was perfect!! I only came for one, but ended up getting two!!??♀️ It was too good!!! Don’t judge me?
The food was trash the chicken test like old cooking oil it was burnt the yams taste like it's from a can the shrimp and grits was nasty it made me sick. I gave this place a second chance I regret it so much
Catfish and Mac and cheese were delicious. J*** chicken egg rolls were kind of spicy. Banana pudding is 10/10!!! Would def come back!! Awesome service with wonderful ppl!