Soul Food Restaurants near Oak Park, IL

“Was my first time walking in had beef, short ribs, mac & cheese Candi yam and a set of cabbage and it was absolutely delicious. The portions were just right, and I will be back again.“

“Chicken and gravy was delicious!! Cornbread a little dry. Overall good food“

“We got in and were seated immediately for our reservation. The food didn't take long to come out at all and it was delicious! Our waitress was very nice and she attended to us well. The owner came over and talked for a minute and stopped back to check on us when the food came out. The music isn't too loud and every song was a good song. It's a really nice place. I don't like public bathrooms but theirs was clean and smelled so good! We'll definitely be back when we go back to Chicago.“

“Very glad we tried Estacion! We had three appetizers and two mains. The seafood was fresh and the flavors were perfect. Crafted cocktails with spirits from all over the Americas. Appreciated the surprise complimentary dessert. A great night.“

“Absolutely Incredible Soul Food! 💫 The atmosphere is warm, welcoming, and full of charm – just like the food! Every dish I tried tasted like it was made with love and generations of tradition. The fried chicken was perfectly crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. The collard greens had just the right amount of seasoning, and the mac and cheese was creamy, cheesy perfection. The staff was friendly and attentive, and you can tell they take pride in what they do. It felt less like dining out and more like being welcomed into someone’s home for Sunday dinner with a bag drop of soothing RnB hits. If you're craving soul food that nourishes both your body and your spirit, this is the place. I’ll definitely be coming back – and bringing friends“

“Very tasty sundubu, delicious sides, and good service.“

“Good food, good variety. R&B classics playing in the background. What more could you ask?“

“Great Food! Also, a very friendly staff.“

“Happen to be in the area from Fort Worth, Texas where] soul food restaurants don't really exist] for our 60th Family Reunion up in Hillside, IL and the food was good, had a great taste, the gravy was a 10/10 and the fried ribs and the greens were 10/10, the gravy and rice 10/10 and the Mac and Cheese was 8/10, other than that, the food was 10/10 on portions, and if I ever come back to the area I would come back!!!!“

“The food and service is fantastic“

“I had high hopes since this company was referred by a trusted caterer that I used many times, but my experience with Outside the Box was horrible. We hired this company for a repass immediately following the funeral. They finally showed an hour and an half late to the funeral home. Which means my grieving family didn't eat and waited for over 40mins after final viewing. I received no heads up and if we hadn't reached out to see what was going on, they never would have let me know that my order would not be arriving on time. I missed portions of the service worried about if we would receive our delivery for the repass. When we contacted the drivers to see why they hadn't arrived they were supposed to be 15mins away which turned into approx 40mins after the funeral services had ended. I asked to speak with the owner and was connected right away. She apologized for the inconvenience, said she would refund the delivery fee, and continued to ensure me this situation was not my fault. This response confused me on how my order not being delivered could be my fault in the first place. Also, I am still not sure exactly what the real issue was as I received conflicting stories from the owner and the delivery guys. The food was luke warm by the time it arrived,was set up, and ready to serve to the family. Some of my family did not even get to eat since the food had not arrived. The food was just ok. I will say that when the delivery guys showed up they were apologetic, set up right away, and were polite. 5 days after the funeral I still had not received a follow up phone call or communication to confirm my refund or just to express a sincere apology/thank you. I called today to follow up, speak with the owner and reiterate our experience. I was again told this was not my fault and she apologized again. When I asked next steps and time frame for refund, she said I would receive an email once she processed the refund. She was driving at that moment and couldn't give any specific information. Unfortunately, I do not recommend Outside The Box Catering and Events. I hope this helps even one family not go through the horrible experience.“

“OMG, when I say coming here was well worth the drive! Their chitterlings are freaking 🔥🔥🔥🔥! Hot sauce was not needed at all either. Their rib tips and sides were delicious as well. Great customer service too! I will gladly be back!“

“I love the food! My favorite are the wraps! And me and my guy swear by the detox tea! It's healthy and delicious! I highly recommend it! ❤️“

“Phenomenal food, that’s arguably the best in the north shore.“

“I'm always looking for places to eat when handling biz in different areas. Was blown away by the reviews so had to try. OMG not a lie was told! Walked in and was greeted by 3 beautifully seasoned women. You get a lot of food for $20 and everything tasted like grandma's house. I had turkey leg, dressing wit gravy, Mac and cheese, sweet potatoes. Also comes with cornbread and cake! Will definitely be back to order a few at a time because I live so far lol“

“My mom Shelly went here today with my auntie and sister they brought the food back home it was so delicious.I’m heading there soon“

“I love this restaurant!! Perfect place to go to sample many Polish favorites, or to have a group meal (shower, birthday party, family gathering etc.) in the semi-private back room. All the food is really fresh and well prepared, just like Grandma used to make at home. It Is a buffet, so there are many choices to please every taste level. Desserts are in small portions, which I find very thoughtful, so you can sample more than one item without over doing it. You can also prepare a to-go box of favorites to take home, for an additional 'per pound' charge. The wait staff is welcoming, kind and efficient as well. Adult beverages of cocktails, wine and beer are available, in addition to coffee, tea, milk, and sodas. I enjoy 6-7 visits per year, and am never disappointed.“

“Now even though this place has changed from back then the heart and good food is still there. I really feel like people take the new ownership for granted. We could've had someone new and try to change the whole establishment with new food and staff. But they still tried and cater to all of us. The prices are way too cheap it's almost criminal. The food is wonderful for the amount you're paying. If people don't like change then stop coming. But appreciate for what it is and what it's tryna stay to be for what we had back then.“

“Service was great. Food is well seasoned. My favorite is the catfish dinner. This was my 2nd visit and I must say everything was on point both occasions. I definitely recommend and will be back.“

“Ordered from here through doordash. I had never heard of this place but had a taste for some soul food. I had been let down by some many restaurants in my area but this food was delicious. Chicken was fresh & seasoned well & macaroni was sooo good!“

“Gourmet Soul Food and Delightful Desserts has the best food in this town. It has a diverse amount of foods, desserts, chocolates that makes you coke back for more! And their beverages are so unique, fresh, and creative. I've recently tried their large stromboli, and man it packs a taste like no other. All the recipes and my ingredient of choice (chicken) makes it feel amd taste like it was fresh out of the oven. It was moist the bread is satisfying to eat and it has the perfect amount of cheese. And the best part? Their menu is gluten-free! In fact, the menu can comes in dairy-free, and its allergy friendly so if you're allergic or have an intolerance to certain foods, then Gourmet Soul Foods and Delightful Desserts got your back. 10/10! Highly recommend! Would order again! :)“

“The food was not only delicious but it was so much for 2 meals. They were also great on the people skills. Highly recommended! Thanks again“

“I love this place my co workers and I often have lunch here … the chicken Philly is awesome the loaded potatoes are ????? The soul food is is delicious …“

“Layover at O'Hare was long enough to get a quick bite for lunch before a 4 1/2 flight to LAX. I ordered an Italian Beef sandwich. My expectations were not high, but I was happily surprised by the sandwich. The meat was tender, the bun was soft, peppers and onions were properly sauteed and the hot pickled vegetables had a nice kick. Service was as expected at an airport fast food place, but the food was good and fairly priced. Definitely worth a try. The included spicy BBQ chips were very good too!“

“Great place to invest in your health & a great tasting meal. I’m a regular now.“