19 Best Southern Restaurants in Brooklyn

“Food is amaziing!!! Service is great and friendly. Try it out you will not be disappointed!!👍“

“Honestly- this place is great! Almost everything I have eaten or drank here has been delicious. Recommend the hush puppies and green tomato martini, but everything is good. I don’t normally do reviews but I think this place really deserves it (as someone who grew up in the south)“

“Excellent example of Cajun/Creole cuisine. Highly recommended.“

“Delicious food and more than generous helpings.“

“The mac and cheese is decadent, and the crunchy and tasty buttermilk fried chicken with soft biscuits is incredible, waffle fries quite good too. The only thing I didn't like was the hot honey, cause it was very hot but not sweet at all. The restaurant is inside the Time Out market, which is a great location right on the waterfront, with lots of good restaurants and seats, even though they weren't very clean, but the table service is very convenient.“

“Good little spot ❤️ Enjoyed ourselves“

“Come Stow away, come stow away with me! Couldn’t resist the temptation, but on the real, if you ever find yourself needing to break fast and enjoy a little hole in the wall, a rustic ambiance, and very friendly service, Stowaway serves. Tucked away in Greenpoint, Stowaway came up on a top ten list of places to check out and TikTok hasn’t let me down before. If you’re lucky to get either Miles or Sasha, you’ll be in good hands.

Of course the food served; started off spitting a blueberry pancake (pizza style); perfect size for three. The cake was made fluffy and the blueberry compote had that right amount of warmth and gooey. We each got one of the biscuit sandwiches and they were definitely a several steps up from any that you would get from Fastfood. A soft biscuit, perfect scrambled/runny eggs and a good southern sausage. I took a step further adding a side of remoulade at Mile’s recommendation; 🔥 choice. Also, stacking my hash brown on my sandwich, 👌🏾.

Note, they don’t do reservation but we got there round 11-12pm and they was seating for the three of us, but don’t dally.

Anyway, I’ll have to comeback and try some of their specials of day. The shrimp and grits across another table looked pretty good.

Either way, this is definitely my type of vibe I want as I break fast, so let me stowaway again on my next visit.“

“My partner and I were lookin for a soul food spot. He googled it n said they were one of the first ones to pop up. We drove from Queens to get it. N we were not disappointed at all. Especially, since we’re both super picky n food is our love language. We love tryin restaurants together. The restaurant is quite cozy n homey. When we got there it was a good amount of people, all different races n ethnicities. Which is a good look! Darryl’s was amazing. We were able to test some of our food before we paid for them. Everything was amazing. I got rice and gravy, fried chicken, potato salad and collard greens. My partner got Mac n cheese, collard greens, potato salad n breast bites(boneless chicken pieces). We also got their signature “soul lemonade”. We then decided to get their dessert “strawberry n cream pudding”. 5 out of 5“

“Everything we ordered was really good. The calamari and scampi stood out, especially with that amazing butter garlic sauce. The wings were just okay because the sauce felt a little flat. Both the ribeye and steak frites were high quality and cooked just right. The mashed potatoes were easily the best side, super creamy and flavorful. I do wish the steak sauce options were better though. I also wasn’t a big fan of the fries. Just a personal preference but I’m not into that style of fries. What really made the night was the service. Amrita was incredible, very friendly, attentive, and gave great recommendations. She made the whole experience even better“

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“The food and the presentations are wonderful. The atmosphere is beautiful not only with the waiters, but the patrons as well, took someone there today and they are coming back. And they are bringing back a family member“

“The service was a bit slow because there was only one cashier and she was doing everything!! Samantha J. was taking orders...serving food...waiting tables...helping take out pick ups...cleaning up and still interacting with the customers! She was working hard and was very nice! She needs either a raise or a promotion!“

“I want to start off by saying the Art work and Decor is amazing and well thought out. I can see why people came by our table to take pictures (even though we were full on chowing down) but Nonetheless the server we had was so sweet and accommodating the environment was very welcoming...I will definitely be returning. I had the whiting grits and a salad with Salmon croquettes. And my best friend had Catfish Mac and cheese with collard greens. The food was on point, well seasoned and hot off the stove. I love a hot meal and it made me feel right at home. Another honorable mention the music was spectacular, perfect for the mood we were in. I loved it! 10/10 ❤️❤️❤️“

“I had the pleasure of dining at Vera's, and it truly exceeded my expectations. From the moment I walked in, the warm, inviting atmosphere made me feel right at home. The staff was friendly and attentive, ensuring every detail of our experience was perfect. The highlight was the food. The barbecue chicken and sweet ribs were savory on the outside and juicy on the inside—mouthwatering. The collard greens and cabbage were seasoned to perfection. What I appreciated most was the authentic soul food flavor that reminded me of home. Great care and tradition are poured into every dish. Whether you're a longtime fan of soul food or trying it for the first time, Vera's is a must-visit. I’ll be returning soon! I highly recommend it for anyone craving hearty, flavorful soul food in a cozy setting.“

“I found this restaurant on Tik Tok and I’m sooo glad I did! I had the best oxtail I’ve probably ever had!!! Thoroughly satisfied with my experience and will be sure to go again whenever I’m in the area!! 🤌🏾“

“The staff is amazingly friendly! Such a clean & happy environment! The food is great! Love it💕“

“Great atmosphere, music and staff are friendly. Best pumpkin waffles I’ve ever had. The Benedict was really good over the biscuit; I would have preferred less hollandaise sauce but overall still good. Has browns also good, a little greasy but the flavor is there.“

“People that's lien about they food 😒 is crazy cause u all don't wanna spend that bread is bug. They food is always Amazing they like the other bars or restaurants switching up cooks. The food been tasting the same for years on now. The owner is amazing had a pleasure meeting with him. Had a party for my mom 54 birthday was great. I tell anybody about this place grown and sexy vybz if ur looking for an older crowed vibe. Blessings to u all that invested in the bar and the employee's“

“Chicken is good! Seasoned & flavorful! Fries good too! Mac & Cheese needs to go back to the basics.“