“First time eating here and they are good Mac n cheese could have seasoned but okay 2 star and more cheese. Shrimp flavorful and hot 5 star cat fish nuggets 4 star overall would come again. Make sure you get there early things run out fast and it is a black Owned company“
“The food here is scrumptious, well seasoned and ample portions. We got the turkey wings, collard greens, mac and cheese, peach cobbler and extra sides of collards and potato salad.You receive cornbread with your meal. Everything was packed up nicely for us and the restaurant itself is very clean.I realize some complained about the personality of one of the women. However, stay focused on why you’re there. A little crankiness is not a big deal… to me. Also, we never know what someone is dealing with. Honestly, my (customer care) experience was neutral for the most part. Shrugs.Parking: There are usually metered spaces out front. At the most, you might walk a half block.“
“My daughter and son took me to Sylvia's on 4/27/24 for my birthday. We drove up from Philly, my sister and son-in-law was there as well. Food/service was excellent. Atmosphere was good. Our waitress Ms. Olga was a true blessing, her attitude and her politeness, matter of fact it was Ms. Olga birthday as well. They sang to me, I really enjoyed myself. Today is Monday, I'm eating my leftover ? for lunch. I had seafood combination, yams, mac&cheese. I pray one day I can visit again. The weather was cold so we ate and drove back to Philly. Normally I don't eat at restaurants, this was an excellent day for my 67th birthday ???God bless you all????????“
“I came from ATL to celebrate my birthday with my first Broadway show and to have an awesome dinner. Melba’s did NOT disappoint! Kenny, our server, was amazing as well. The host, I didn’t get his name, was extremely nice and courteous as I waited for my party to arrive. I will visit this establishment every time I come to NY now. Thanks for making my 40th birthday dinner a special one!“
“The food was amazing! It was seasoned very well. The staff was friendly. We enjoyed ourselves. We had a party of 15 and they didn't miss a beat. It was a bit pricy for some items but worth it. Very large portion sizes. I will definitely be eating here again!“
“I loved it. Party atmosphere while dining. Service was great! Food was good quality and taste!! ‘Definitely would like to frequent. I ordered ribs without even looking at the menu and got served some deliciousness, with yams and collard greens. Sampled my ladies 7 cheese Mac n cheese - All good!!“
“Great energy from the employees, food was excellent taste and efficient service. Environment was clean and enough space to accommodate more than one customer. I had Mac and cheese, string beans, candied yam, rice and black eye peas. Salute to the chef Thank “
“I've been a customer of OFF THE HOOK from the beginning. The same fresh fish and chips, the same quality service since 2006. This spot....is OFF THE HOOK. Now they have weekly events. Saturday and Sunday brunch. The ambiance is MATURE. had a birthday gathering here we had a great time. Thanks to the host with the most.“
“This is some good ole southern food?! Fried chicken 20 stars!!! I’ve been to this place 3 times already, I always get the veggie plate, which is 4 sides. I get greens, cabbage, black eye peas, & pot salad or string beans. Now normally I don’t get nobody’s pot salad because since our generational grandmothers have all passed away , no one can do it right ?…. But baby pan fried did ?.. I was impressed?. Somebody over 40 made that pot salad ?. The only thing I haven’t taste , was the Mac n cheese ( my heartburn be killing me ) I can’t do all those cheese at this age & the yams. The honey they use to put on the chicken is good ( I had mines on the side ) & the cheesecake is good good good !!!?. The staff is really friendly, from the front to the back. Very nice black owned business ❣️“
“Very nice spot in Harlem. great food, Awesome staff, great ambiance.Vegetarian options: Garlic noodles, Broccoli, Rice, Corn & PotatoesKid-friendliness: Fun smoke Fish Bowls Lemonade with candy. Funnel fries and Oreo cookies.Wheelchair accessibility: Ramp leading into restaurant, wheelchair accessible bathrooms, spacious restaurant seating!“
“OMG the cake is fabulous, taste like that cake grandma makes..big slices with homemade buttercream frosting!Okay the Catfish was fried to perfection. They had made the cabbage,very well seasoned.There frozen strawberry hennessy colada was good as well..yeah I am going back ?“
“Great varieties of soul food. Excellent salad and fruit bar also. Buffet style setting. Take out only. Prices reasonable.Vegetarian options: Good selection of vegetarian dishes. Both hot and cold.Wheelchair accessibility: Wheel chair ramp available.“
“I got the three-piece fried chicken with collard greens and sweet potato. Everything tasted fresh, and tasted great. Cornbread was a nice size, especially with three pieces of chicken. I also had the iced tea which was good. But it's a takeout place mainly. They do have some inside high tops outside.“
“I love this place.Went once in 2016 and recently in 2024. To this day it's the only place I've had fried chicken. Everything is done by weight so you'll pay less of you eat less. We got two really decent size meal and two soft drinks for 32 dollars. Good options for vegetables as well, which is not a given when traveling the US, I found.Vegetarian options: Brunch of salads and meatless sides.“
“Been to this place twice! Soon as we got off the bus, we headed here. Oxtail is so good! I'm not usually a persons who likes fat on their meat, but they cook and season it so well that u can't help to clean the bone. Mac & cheese is so good and the yams are so sweet! Love a sweet & savory combo. That tea was sweet & refreshing. They were out of the potatoes and chickpeas which was great last time so next time! Such a staple when touchdown.“
“Soul Food how it should taste in an old school Harlem restaurant. Very friendly staff that makes you feel home away from home. Excellent variety of southern food, salads and drinks. That is like 20 yrs back in time and light years from corporate America taking over 125th street.“
“Went 3/16/2024 for my bday enjoyed myself DJ Hollywood was on the 1s n 2s music was freaking awesome wasn't able to get hookah or food servicer was busy all good next time gonna make it my business to get a hold of a servicer lol drinks were righteous I was feeling “
“I had Kadyah's Soul food for the first time a week ago and I have to say that the flavor of everything was well balanced and pronounced. You never questioned if there needed to be more seasoning. For me personally, I love to simply eat meat, and all the meat that I have tried tasted amazing. Also, despite my meat comment, I loved the yams. Definitely recommend.“
“I’m from the Bronx and I ordered from here on Uber. Happy to say that the food came to me still hot :). The Mac and cheese was good I loved the yams and the shrimps was good as well. I know if I would’ve had this straight out the kitchen It would have been way better! Loved my food thank “
“This been my caribe go-to spot for few years now. Try the smoothies I promise you wont want other smoothies after trying. The food is off da hook! I love they vegan cake, stress juice, cassava pone pudding omg!curry chick peas the kale patties trust me you wont go nowhere else!“
“The best restaurant of the entire trip to New York. We felt like we were at home eating dinner with our mothers. It filled the stomach and the soul. This is an obligatory stop to discover how well people eat in the United States. Great southern food.“
“A new restaurant and bakery to the neighborhood that services Soul and Creole food. Finally had the opportunity to try it out, i ordered the Jerk Chicken lunch and Oxtail lunch with seasoned rice, candied yams and mac & cheese. Everything was delicious - i love that the meat falls off the bone of the chicken and oxtail... also the candied yams were cooked just right (not overly soggy)i was expecting bigger portions but im ok to sacrifice quantity for quality... They have a bunch of baked goods and pies that i havent tried yet. Also, they may not have everything on the menu as they are still getting going - so worth calling to see whats available that day. Im looking forward to going back and trying other plates“
“Some of the best fried food I’ve had without it being too greasy or salty! Freshly battered and fried - true comfort food. The candied yams were particularly fragrant and well spiced. Highly recommended!Vegetarian options: Fried okra and candied yams“
“For a first time I will say this ?DELICIOUS I mean I had to go to work and the food was still hot when I got to work the seafood bag which I was allowed to create was amazing as well as my other 4 sides (Mac n cheese collard greens yams and crab salad which was amazing) you have gained a new customer see u“
“Space is small, so a reservation is definitely needed. All run by chef and owner, Artist. That day we had the place almost all to ourselves and he made our experience one of a kind with his hospitality and attention. Eating delicious food while the guest musician played made for good vibes. We made quick friends with our dining neighbor and the whole restaurant just talked about life. Would definitely return again!“
“Roberta’s featured nice indoor/ outdoor décor, good food, a stacked bar and a live DJ doing a livestream keeping the place lively when I was there on a Friday night. It’s a place to go with or without friends, to meet people or on a lil dinner date. The service was excellent, and I love that it’s a Black-owned, family run business. I highly recommend it!“
“Hands ✋? ?? DOWN the BEST Jamaican food in the Bronx! Small in size, colossal flavors though, great selections, excellent customer service, and incredibly tasty food. The portions are insane in comparison to quantity, well beyond worth the money. Small plates to catered trays, breakfast, lunch, and dinner. They're cooking on the premises, and it's magic ✨️ ?? Gotta be.. Pictured is a medium Whiting meal ??$14 ... a medium!“
“This restaurant has replaced my kitchen! It is at the end of my street and I have gotten take out from there several days a week. The food is fresh, well prepared, the prices are more than reasonable and the portions are huge!. I have tried mainly all of the chicken dishes and most of the sides; either by myself or with friends. The macaroni pie is amazing.! he food is also set out several times a day so it always is fresh .The owner/chef is a friendly outgoing man and his staff are also very friendly.It has counter seating and a buffet presentation. It is well worth a visit.“
“Devin braved the cold and wind with a smile on his face and cooked up crispy henny bbq wings(his mom’s recipe). The sauce on the wings were spectacular. The Mac and cheese with truffle oil( i think he said) hit the spot. I also had the skillet cabbage ?? my pallets was doing the happy dance. Please do your self a favor and go support him, you wont regret it.?????“
“we ordered 2 orders of fried catfish, 1 with sweet potatoe fries and 1 with Mac&cheese, and also a side of collards. everything was made FRESH. crispy and delicious fish & fries, super cheesey Mac and the collards we're great! not the first or the last time I will order from here. reasonably priced for fish around here.“
“I walked in there the other day and picked up my own GrubHub order from the outside of this place I had a good feeling because it looked very homey style and then when I had the smothered pork chops I thought I died and went to heaven they were so tender they fell apart in my mouth!! I’ve never had my pork chops so amazingly tender and decadent in flavor I see why this is an absolute favorite!! macaroni and cheese bangin’, Rice and peas delicious cabbage and carrot style vegetable delicious,. Collard greens yum yum“
“THE FISH IS TASTY. IT'S NOT OVERDONE WITH SEASONING SO BE PREPARED TO SPICE IT UP TO YOUR LIKING. THE SIDES ARE APPROPRIATE. AGAIN, BE PREPARED TO SPICE IT UP TO YOUR LIKING.THE AVERAGE MEAL WILL COST YOU $15 AND UP. NO SEATING, TAKE OUT ONLY.Parking: 9.5/10 YOU WILL NEED TO DOUBLE PARK TO RUN IN TO GET YOUR FOOD. IT DOESN'T HAPPEN OFTEN, BUT I HAVE SEEN A TICKET AGENT OR TWO WALK THROUGH THE NEIGHBORHOOD.Wheelchair accessibility: THIS PLACE IS WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE BUT IT WILL BE DIFFICULT. THE DOOR IS NARROW. THERE IS A SMALL RAMP AT THE DOOR.“
“YOU NEED TO ORDER FROM MISS LORETTA ASAP!! I called at 5pm on a Thursday, this is a family owned business and is not a fast food spot. You WILL get a home cooked meal here.I was looking for a TRUE southern Mac and Cheese and that's exactly what I got. Miss Loretta informed me that a big pan had to be ordered at least a day before, and I didn't mind. But she did call me back to say she could accommodate me and it would be ready by 8 pm! Upon pickup it was super fast and efficient. The gentleman who delivered it to me was so sweet the whole experience was just wonderful. From the call to the last bite of the Mac and cheese.HONEST REVIEW: Mac and Cheese 10/10, every noodle was seasoned to perfection, and you can see the black pepper. The ingredients were balanced so well with SO MUCH CHEESE.What I loved it that you didn't get tired of eating it which tends to happen with some Mac and cheeses. Sometimes it all starts to lose its taste and honestly with every bite I was transported to flavor town.Pros:Family ownedBlack ownedSupport the community Cons: Might be hard looking for the building number but if you are parked right in front of the key food, just move up a little past keyfood and it's that first apartment building on the right“
“we ordered 2 orders of fried catfish, 1 with sweet potatoe fries and 1 with Mac&cheese, and also a side of collards. everything was made FRESH. crispy and delicious fish & fries, super cheesey Mac and the collards we're great! not the first or the last time I will order from here. reasonably priced for fish around here.“
“Wow. Decided to take a lazy day and stay inside so went online and ordered. They had some great deals going on and I was in the mood for catfish. Also grabbed some whitefish and chips. Whitefish delicious. Catfish... Fantastic. French fries, soggy as heck due to delivery and steam, (I have an answer to fix), Mac&cheese, candied yams, peas and rice, and potato salad, all were wonderful. Highly recommend. Glad I stayed in.“
“The food is a 9 / 10 depending on what you're ordering. I'm a catfish dinner man every trip. The service gets forgetful every now and again, but when you get their attention, they are impeccable. I don't like the hooka crowd on the weekend. So I usually do Tuesdays. Great spot!“
“I live in Brooklyn, NY & have been getting take-out (only at this location. Can dine-in at the W.117th St. location) food from here for years. I love their seafood, soul foods (collards, cabbage, Mac n' cheese, yams, potato salad), lobster fries, shrimp rasta pasta, and my favorite desserts (banana pudding & sweet potato pie). Friendly& busy staff as well as clean environment.“
“Very good place to eat African and organic food in New York, we were there with my colleagues during our 3 week stay in New York and we ate in this restaurant almost all the time, we eat like at home, like in the country I loved itKid-friendliness: Yes!“
“We really liked the food, it tasted good and seemed like good quality. All five of us liked the food, even the vegetarians had a lot to choose from, the man working there was nice. The place is ordinary but if you want good food you can go there and eat or you can take the food with you.“
“This resturant was recommended to us. My first time. We made reservations which comes with terms around time limit in resturant (ok)...late arrival and fees. Now, I mention this for a reason. We had reservation for opening. We arrived 15 mins early due to policy and there was a group of friends there ahead of us. We laughed and talked with them until opening. We notice that opening time had come and gone. No one came to the door to let us know for a while. Fifteen minutes later, a young lady came to the door to say they'll be opening a couple minutes. Finally, doors opened but the place seemed like there was a party the night before and they just cleaned up before opening. Not bad but you can tell as floor had sticky spots.The staff was nice but very laid back.The saving grace to it all was the food. Visually appealing. Delicious! The food met my expectation. The biscuits were heaven. Is it pricey? Not really. Its in range for similiar style resturants.Based on other reviews...our experience my not be the norm but it can affect the expectation of customer experience based on what the resturant advertises. Just got to tighten up staff. I have no problems going back again.“
“Coming from Dallas , OMG food was soooo good I had to go back inside and let boss know… I was so pleased. Food is definitely tasty and not over powering which is a PLUS…Boss lady was patient and allowed to try the jerk chicken which was too spicy for me but it was definitely good… the flavors are really flavoring..Bbq chicken sauce is different and tasty . Tastes like it was made in house which I’m sure it was….Vegetarian options: Vegan sides like yams, boils okra, rice and peas.Kid-friendliness: Nice plant based options like yams, boiled tasty okra, rice and peas and other sides…“
“Lammys Restaurant is authentically flavored. The porridge variation created by the owner satisfied my palate. Especially the fried dumpling, and saltfish fritters consistency; it was perfection. Not to mention the cook-up saltfish, and salt mackerel cooked to exact expected taste. I look forward to continue supporting their delicious recipes.Go Lammys! I totally agree with Anthony Bourdain superb 5 star grading. It’s pliable!“
“"Real southern food by real Afro-American cultural southerners ". ? support. We haven't seen or taste this in a long time in Mount Vernon, NY and we need to make sure they stay. In supporting the success and growth of our cultural businesses of this city, we shall rise...Again! Let us rise as Afro-Amercan people as we pull each other up the latter of entrepreneurship by supporting our own cultural businesses, first, that's how we rise together...my people.If another business gives this restaurant less then 5 stars after tasting this food, then you can bet that they are not truly of this food culture - only a real deal Afro-American southerner can do it best?.Shout out to Wheatley Arkansas!Proud Descendent of a "American Black-Owned Farmer" family business?. "Acestral History Matters"!Good and Tasty Southern Soul Food will take you back to your roots y'awl!“