Soul Food Restaurants near Westville, NJ

“I had the Ribs and chicken….the signature sauce is the way to go. The greens and Mac and cheese were 🔥 My wife got the brisket sliders and loved them and the potato salad. Our server was super friendly and I almost forgot the cornbread lol amazing. I’m not sure how this place slipped under my fat guy radar 😂“

“Firstly, Ya'll getting 5 stars just for being OPEN AS ADVERTISED! I can eat collard greens everyday and usually I make my own but I was out and at work and decided to try to find some. This was the third establishment I went to based on Google but the first to be open on a Saturday. I am so glad this is where I spent my money because I was far from disappointment. They were the best greens I've had from an restaurant. I'm just mad I didn't get two. I wanted to come back Sunday! I will be back and intend to explore more of the menu.“

“Had an amazing experience at Kitchen & Kocktails! Cindy was absolutely wonderful. From the moment we sat down, she was attentive, friendly, and knowledgeable about the menu. Every recommendation she gave us was delicious, and you can tell she genuinely cares about making sure her guests have a great experience.

The food was excellent, the atmosphere was great, and Cindy’s dedication and customer service made the experience even better. She went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect. If you visit, definitely ask for Cindy—you won’t be disappointed!

Highly recommend and can’t wait to come back! ❤️🍽️✨“

“Really good homemade food, quick service and welcoming staff...“

“It is very seldom that I leave a review or comment but IT WOULD BE SELFISH OF ME TO NOT SHARE THIS GOOD OL’ FOOD. The soul food is bomb, I had the Cheese steak rolls, Cabbage, and butter corn) and the African food was just how I like it , a little spice but not to much to were I couldn’t not enjoy it (Potato Greens and Rice). If you are in the 69th street, Darby, south west area and have not tried JC Afrosoul food, then Please get there now !!!! S/o to the owner Christina and her Husband for showing me of the top female djs some love @DjDiorCartel !!! I will be back .“

“The Food was DELICIOUS, I Enjoyed every bite, We had a Birthday Brunch.for my Daughter's 46th Birthday it was AWSOME, Host, ON POINT, Loved it, I Live in Jersey, not to familiar with Philly, but I will come over here for their Food Any Day Loved it , 👍🏾♥️🍾🍣🍤🍚 Stuffe Lobster w/Crab Meat, Shrimp and Grits“

“I ordered fish, wings, mac & cheese and sweet potatoes. I say YUMMY. 😋 Thank you for the delicious food.“

“Some of the best Chicken and Waffles I have had. Went there on Sunday. A great jazz outfit was playing. Awesome spot.“

“Great food and friendly staff. I recommend.“

“I didn't get to taste the food because one of her workers had a bad attitude. When dealing with the public professionalism is a must. I could have referred a lot of people that don't know it's there. Your tea was very good and I hope your service gets better. A vegetarian platter would be nice also.“

“Great place to eat. Friendly atmosphere and great people“

“I had a wonderful experience at Millie‘s kitchen. The food was delicious and the customer service was excellent from start to finish. Millie personally attended to my needs and was both kind and professional throughout my communication with her. She even followed up afterwards to make sure we enjoyed the food which truly showed how much she cares about her customers. Walking through the restaurant to pick up my food I observed the ambience, it was beautifully thought out, relaxing, and welcoming. You can tell a lot of love and attention was put into creating such a warm atmosphere. I would definitely recommend Millie‘s kitchen and look forward to visiting again.“

“Food was excellent ! Enjoyed the band ! I had awesome time.“

“Samaiyah B. Cooking catered the American food for my wedding, and I cannot say enough good things about the experience! The food was absolutely phenomenal, so delicious that all of our guests were raving about it throughout the night.

I had enjoyed Samaiyah’s food before, so when I found out she did catering, I knew I had to have her for my wedding. From the very beginning, she was incredibly professional and efficient. She responded promptly to all my emails, provided clear pricing information, and even offered to arrange a tasting (which I didn’t need since I was already familiar with how amazing her food is!).
On the day of the wedding, Samaiyah and her team were right on time and completely professional. The food display was beautiful, and the quality was outstanding. What really stood out was her attentiveness, she checked in with me during the reception to ask if guests could have seconds and made sure everything was going smoothly.

The setup and breakdown were handled seamlessly and efficiently by her team. Everything was taken care of in a timely manner, which allowed me to actually enjoy my special day without any stress.

If you’re looking for a caterer who delivers both exceptional food quality and outstanding service, I highly recommend Samaiyah B. Cooking. She and her team went above and beyond to make our wedding memorable!“

“I’ve ordered banana pudding from LindaLicious for the second time today. It was absolutely scrumptious; rich and without it being too sweet. It’s an absolutely must-get for your holiday desserts!“

“Got thank marci for the potato and the other young lady with here y'all the best“

“I ordered through DoorDash the fish platter with yams and baked Mac along with the jumbo shrimp.

LET ME TELL YOU THE FOOD IS ABSOLUTELY DELICIOUS!!!!!

I had to call and tell them I was thoroughly impressed!!!!

Run ??‍♀️ and order!!!“

“So yummy! Fast and delicious food with really nice staff! Would definitely buy again!“

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“Friendly staff and tasty food.“

“Came into Philly after a long flight and needed sustenance. I got the whiting fish platter that comes with 2 sides for $18 and it was great portions and hit the spot! Was too hungry did not take a pic but includes 2 fillets. Deborah was very kind and it’s a small spot but super warm!!“

“We had an incredible first time experience at Dig Inn, our first time and Tamar who works there was incredibly helpful, kind and friendly. Glad that we came in today and that he was here to assist us. We greatly appreciate! He deserves a raise!! ( :“

“First time ever at Carlettes hideaway. Sistahs In Transformation met there and I'm glad 😊 to be apart of these group of ladies. The food was absolutely delicious 😋 OMG I couldn't believe it. I will visit very soon shemasmiles“

“Me and my husband was on a inventory run for our soul food restaurant located in Johnstown pa we literally Rode by this spot my husband said make a u turn when he went in for a menu he was instantly excited to see it was black owned business after calling me into the restaurant the owner greatly blessed us with a seafood salad potato salad & this blue juice omg the best highly recommended this spot great customer service food smells so good in you can tell it’s cooked with LOVE…..“

“Everything that I’ve tried this far has been excellent!!!! Haven’t had good soul food in a while and this was definitely good soul food. I hope they start serving fish and grits or shrimp and grits too.“

“Beautiful souls, making beautiful food! 😋😋😋“

“I really wanted to give 5 starts but when I got there I had to wait over a half our because only 1 person was working by themselves. He was trying his best but don't leave him alone again. Lol, got fish platter and was told the the price on the menu wasn't the same in person, smh. Side of potato salad was undercooked and exchanged for a $5 side of what was left of yams. I really should have gotten a discount or something added because there wasn't enough, smh. But I will definitely try again, maybe next time service will be better and things properly priced. Also when the lady finally got there, she fixed the issues but could have done better. But thank you anyway because the food was worth it!“

“I'm giving you a 20 star first time I've ever ordered oxtails always just order fried fish and chicken and shrimp and sometime grill shrimp first off let me say that the beautiful young lady that work the front is amazing always smiling very sweet second the food is always hot and fresh but baby the oxtails in gravy the cabbage potatoe salad and rice is top that food was so good I was sucking the bones this store is the truth and the food proves it if you want good soul food in the city of Philly please please go to blu bay the best and I was asked if the oxtails better than the Jamaican stores the oxtails supercede the Jamaican restaurant one of a kind I will continue to go back more and more love it blu bay keep up the good work ?“

“Isaiah was very good and personable, we enjoyed him. Food was good and hot, chicken was a tad salty but still good. Portions were appropriate for the price. Music was very loud and lights were very bright for a dinner service. Pretty good experience, I'd come back!“

“If you want food that’s good for your Soul check this spot out!!!!!!!“

“I order some food at 10:30 one night it was nasty very oily , i think they turned off the fryer and what ever they use to heat the food“

“During a recent visit to Philadelphia, I stumbled upon a place that felt like a slice of home — Ol’ Boys Soul Food, tucked away at 5148 Locust Street in West Philly. From the moment I arrived the rich aroma of seasoned goodness and slow-cooked comfort filled the air.

Their Southern fried chicken was golden, crispy, and tender inside — just the way it should be. The fried whiting, tilapia, and shrimp were cooked with a master’s touch, flavorful and satisfying. Every side dish was a hit at my family’s table: baked mac and cheese oozing with cheesy perfection, collard greens and cabbage cooked just right, and potato salad that tasted like it came straight from a family reunion picnic. And that cornbread — moist, sweet, and buttery — tied the whole meal together.

The service was fast, friendly, and genuine, making the experience even better. In a city known for cheesesteaks and pretzels, Ol’ Boys brings something different — a soulful reminder that Southern cooking isn’t about fancy plates, but about heart, heritage, and flavor that lingers long after the last bite.“

“Came to Philly for visit. A friend served us some food from Crafty Soul food. Damn that stuff was good. The next day I ordered the same meal of fish platter and shrimp platter with greens and Mac/cheese. Also got extra sweet potatoes. The only thing missing was cornbread. This place will be on the top of my list when visit again.“

“So the ladies at the back are great. They don't speak much English, so if you go speaking English they won't really understand. But, the man in the front speaks English.

Now the man at the front he appears nice, but I think he makes up prices based off how he is feeling at the moment. Because I normally get the something each time I go. Down to the size of the platter, and the food in the platter. So the price should be the same, because I get the same thing each time I go. Some days I pay $18.00, some days I pay $20.00 and recently I paid $22.00. When I asked him why it was a different prices, he got very spicy with me. That was the last time I went there.

My boyfriend is Haitian, so the next time I go back he will be with me. If he can't go with me I won't be go.“