34 Best Southern Restaurants near Silver Spring

“Thank you Ms. Jasmine for your awesome customer service. I love your hospitality as well as your knowledge of your store and it's entirety. I love my chicken and waffles 😍🤤“

“Food was very good!“

“Went to Kitchen +Kocktails for the first time last night. The decor was very nice, and the music was good and not obnoxious. Our server Ally was terrific! I’m not a drinker, so when I asked her if there were any cocktails that didn’t taste like alcohol, I thought she would look at me like I was crazy, but she didn’t! She seemed to know exactly what I was talking about and immediately had a couple of suggestions. I went with the mixed berry lemon drop and it was perfect for me. The crab cake appetizers and shrimp and grits with lobster tail entree were amazing. We had a great time and we’ll be back!“

“I had the pleasure of dining at The Hitching Post DC. I ordered the grilled lamb chops, mac & cheese, collard greens. The lamb chops are in my top 2 of the best I've ever tasted. I don't normally order mac & cheese when I go out to a restaurant, but this order was perfect as well. The collard greens could use a little vinegar, however, they were still delicious. I will definitely dine there in the near future. The lemon cake had was flavorful, moist and delicious, too. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“Great service, delicious food, and an amazing atmosphere!“

“The food was great. However this is not the Milk and Honey location you should plan to sit and eat. It’s very small and got packed quickly. They took over 45 minutes to get my food out. Although y the food was great, the service is more like call to order and pick it up. They don’t even bring the food on a plate. You get it in a plastic container even if you are dining in.“

“This establishment is absolutely phenomenal . The manager personally came out to speak with me and my friends and the waiter Omar was phenomenal. The atmosphere is very classy , the food is delicious and the ambiance is out of this world . An experience worth having .“

“Everything about this place was great. The atmosphere is very charming, the staff is very friendly and the food is cooked perfectly. It's a lovely place. A very interesting wine list and an exceptional Somaliler who guided us through it a picked a fabulous Syrah. This place is a hidden gem and in today's world reasonably priced. The Duck dishes and quail are a must.“

“Came in late Sunday and the restaurant was super accommodating to my reservation growing from 4 to 5 people. Had an amazing meal and great drinks. Tre was an awesome server and we even got helped by a really sweet bartender named Christina. We will def be back.“

“Great experience, atmosphere and delicious food. Waady was our server and did an exceptional job, pleasant and gave excellent recommendations for options. The food came out hot and quickly. Grateful for non-pork options available. The hostess also was wonderful. It was Howard’s Homecoming, and the place was packed, but she was very pleasant, and the wait was not long, even without a reservation. We will be back.“

“My family and I were in dc about 2 weeks ago and found this gem of an eatery at the Union Market and it was DELICIOUS 🤤 By far the absolute BEST bread puddin I have ever had in my life and we are from the south and I have eaten a lot of bread puddin. Please let me know when you start shipping because u have a huge fan base in Texas 😊 Katrina Briggs - Dallas, TX“

“Pulled pork Mac and cheese and Brussel sprouts is what I had. It was seasoned just right!!! We had a sweet waitress as well. Highly recommend this gem!“

“My first time here , the food was great , Chris the manager came by to check on us great location“

“The food was the best southern food that I’ve EVER had at a restaurant. The music was relaxing and Erin took care of her customers with friendly service. Every item that came out of the kitchen looked like it was prepared with love and detail.“

“I’m not a southern food expert, but the sweet & spicy chicken and Mac-n-cheese waffles were delicious. The pimento cheese dip was delicious too.“

“Ordered the wings & lulagria cake on Uber Eats. To my pleasant surprise the wings were still crispy after their car ride. They tasted great as did the curry cabbage & fries on the side & cake 4 desser“

“Fantastic food. The crab rice was amazing!“

“An absolute revelation! I brought my hiking group by this weekend (we were doing a Marvin Gaye themed hike through nearby Marvin Gaye Park, a great park to visit as well with wonderful walking trails, community gardens, local art and history) and we all enjoyed ourselves so much. Shout out to Chef Smiley for the amazing home cooked meals, we all felt like we were in a living room as welcomed guests. The owner gave us a lovely tour through the space and explained her family's deep history and ties to the community.

The food was simply delicious to the point of decadence. Go get the yams, smooth, creamy, sweet but not overpowering. The greens were well-seasoned and cooked just right. I got the salmon cakes, which were tightly breaded but bursting with flavor inside. The chicken wings were gigantic and fresh off the bird and meaty and tender. And the cornbread...cakey, buttery and melt in your mouth wonderful. As we waited, the smell of the food got stronger and stronger, signifying how fresh everything was being made. Everyone in our group of around 8 or 9 of us (those who joined us here for lunch after the hike) was raving about their meals and comfortable hospitality. It really was such a wonderful time. I look forward to coming back and spreading the word about this gem in the neighborhood.“

“This place is great and fast and the barbecue rib, beef is the best! The no fat and best meat and the most seasoned. I don’t like pork ribs and they offer beef ribs. The best quality too! Grateful for the money spent, I have come back multiple times for it!“

“Mother’s Day celebration with family was especially great because of the amazing atmosphere and awesome service at Barrel and Crow. It was our first time visiting this establishment and certainly will not be our last. Shout out to the owner and her staff.“

“FOOD IS VERY GOOD AND I LOVE STEVE AND GEORGINA“

“The food was great! Chicken and waffles was very good. Service was friendly and responsive.“

“Best food in town.. Absolutely delicious“

“Chicken and Mac was 🔥 🔥 🔥“

“Excellent dinner: Moules Marinières and Salade Niçoise and an inexpensive and tasty Bordeaux.“

“this is a great kickback place food is good. service is great.“

“l had a good time..luv the ambience..awsome barmaid..would love to come back to celebrate my bday there this month“

“I’ve only ever ordered delivery from here, but every time I do they give me exactly what I need. Everything I order from here comes to me well packaged, pipping hot, and well seasoned. I’ve tried a variety of things off their menu and everything I’ve had is superb. I was most pleasantly surprised by the lo mein in my most recent order, I don’t typically order it as a side but it’s now my new favorite.

I was driven to write this review because every time I order something, it’s consistent. And the best part? It’s affordable for what you’re getting. My absolute favorite restaurant I get delivery from. Would love to go in person at some point!“

“My boyfriend and I got the catfish dinner with cabbage and candied yams for our sides, and everything was absolutely amazing! Hands down, one of the best soul food spots in D.C. If you’ve been thinking about trying this place, we highly recommend it! We’ll definitely be back again soon!“

“The food was amazing. My favorite were the collard greens. My husband and I weren't extremely hungry so we ordered a few items and shared them. His favorite were the Burnt ends. Great flavor and super tender. Prices are fair.
The outside seating area was absolutely perfect. It is covered with walls that open up to the outside so you still feel like you are outside.
Perfect for a date night. The drinks were a perfect blend. There were some food items that were strictly on the bar menu so we will have to go back to try them.
I feel like the atmosphere is more for adults not children.
Parking garage is close by.“

“I love the food at EllaRay’s Cafe. I go there every week. I usually call my order in and pick it up in 15 or 20 minutes. I prefer the vegetable platter and an extra side of beans. The portions are enough for two meals for me. I love breakfast there also. Glad I discovered them.“

“Let me say this the food is great but the service was horrible. We waited almost 45 mins before we received our food. The waitress informed us there was a larger party on the other side of the restaurant, and that is why our food was taking so long. A paying customer is a paying customer whether the party is large or small. I would like to give one more chance before I decide not to patronize this Hyattsville location again.“