34 Best Southern Restaurants in New York

“Went 1st time today for my Birthday - it was GREAT!💙👍“

“you think your grandma is in the kitchen. you really won't believe hiw good all the food is.“

“Awesome food and like the most of their dishes“

“What can I say about this amazing restaurant, Bird Dog. Not only was the food absolutely amazing, tasty and presented perfectly, the staff was kind, attentive and extremely friendly. Bird Dog gives very New York vibes with a soft Southern hospitality touch. I’m not only saying this because I’ve known the owner/operator for over 15 years but because the food and experience was great! Recommend to any/all foodies local and visitors to the area.“

“Randomly on a Saturday ended up at Hollybrook Lane. And so glad I did the food was exceptional the fried okra was top tier! And the drinks chef kiss. If you like classic throwback tunes paired with comfort food and good drinks. This is the place! Can’t wait to return.“

“I was there for takeout for the first time last week ~ All I can say is Yum and will order from them again Even spoke with the man who makes the food himself! Thank you!“

“Someone who’s from Texas and been here for work it’s really hard to find some true southern flare and this place answers the calling when it comes to that and glad that I’d gotten to make the trip over here to try it out. Also will most definitely will be back again.“

“We were incredibly impressed at C as in Charlie. Every single dish we had was very good - 3 of them were exceptional. The mozzarella/green pepper with soy balsamic was insanely good, the ribs were melt in your mouth and the prawn roll delicious too. Service was excellent and the restaurant had a real buzz/warmth to it. Absolutely shouldn’t be missed. Surprisingly reasonably priced too.“

“This came across my social media feed and since it's in our neighborhood, we decided to give it a try. From the outside, you can't really tell anything about the place. However, when you get inside it is a charming nautical theme. We were greeted by Simone, a lovely woman tending the bar. She explained that we can sit anywhere we like and we order at the bar. For cocktails, I had the Commodore and my boyfriend had a Guinness. Drinks were perfect. I had the brisket sandwich and my boyfriend had the fried chicken platter. They were hearty portions and absolutely delicious! We went kind of early and as it started to fill up, the crowd was friendly and the atmosphere was really nice. Ordering at the bar was bit different for us and
Simone really made the experience very enjoyable, as she helped us navigate the simple process. Would definitely recommend!“

“The popcorn soft serve is actually so good. I thought at first it was going to taste like pure butter, they’re is actually a nice balance of butter, salt, and a flavor that can only be described as butterscotch I suppose. They also stack this ice cream super high, so for the price you really get your money’s worth. I also got the bag of biscuits. They were buttery and tasted really homemade. I honestly ate the whole bag in a day because they were so good. The butter they came with was also really good. I can’t wait to come back here so I can try more!“

“The food and service was amazing!“

“Excellent, friendly restaurant in the heart of NYC West Village. Thank you for a PERFECT graduation dinner experience for our family.“

“I'm a regular at Amy Ruth's restaurant in Harlem and I'm always down to grab some Soul Food on my days off with my friends when I have the time. Quite recently, I found out that Amy Ruth's had a second location closer to where I work downtown. It was almost perfect because now I can pick up some food either on the way to work, or order some during my lunch break.

One of my friends and I decided to check this location out on Saturday and I have to say, it was really beyond our expectations. We were greeted by Jayda who took our orders and also informed us that Tim would be our Chef for the day.

To start, my friend ordered a half and half lemonade / iced tea and I ordered a regular lemonade. My lemonade tasted like it was freshly squeezed and made me feel like a kid again. Wait time for our food was no longer than a few minutes since we were the first ones in the store. We both ordered three fried chicken wings on a waffle, homemade macaroni and cheese, collard greens, and candied yams. My friend and I devoured our meals and even saved some for later. The last thing we ordered was their signature red velvet cake and creamy banana pudding. Absolute perfection.

If I'm being honest, I've eaten at a few other Soul Food restaurants in the city, and in my opinion, Amy Ruth's is number one on my list. Amy Ruth's Downtown is definitely worth checking out whether you're in the area for a quick bite, or just have a craving for some authentic southern cuisine.“

“The atmosphere is lacking, but the food is good. It used to be great, and now lack consistency. The service leaves something to be desired.
I come for the smothered chicken, but I don't go as often due to the increased prices and decreased service.“

“Our favorite Tex-Mex restaurant in NYC closed about 9 months ago. Since then, we have been searching for a replacement with no success. Last night we found a great one, Javelina. The chips were very crisp, and the salsa was spicy and delicious. My skinny margarita(s) were full of flavor and not too sweet. The guacamole was excellent. Nachos were way better than you normally find. Chicken and beef tacos were both great. Even the rice and beans were far above average. The only minor issue was that the tables are small and a bit cramped. But the very reasonable price offset the minor seating discomfort. The room was crowded and a little noisy, but totally to be expected on a Saturday night when the food is excellent and the price is low. We will definitely go back to Javelina, but probably not on Saturday night, A total Tex-Mex find!“

“Was in Printers Alley this weekend with my parents for the first time staying in a hotel nearby and found this place really nice and chill with good food, loads of TVs for games with a big NFL game on while we were in - We sat at the bar as a lot of the tables were reserved but Thomas was so nice and took great care of us while checking in regularly with us to make sure we were okay while also giving my parents a laugh and recommendations on what to do around the city. Can't fault this bar at all and will definitely be back next time in NYC!“

“The atmosphere was amazing , staff was polite an courtesy, The hot wings are AMAZING!!Perfect Date night atmosphere! Management was polite an on point with every customer! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️I’ll be back !“

“The spicy chicken biscuit omg toooooo die for so my husband and I saw many people entering this spot plus it was our first time. We heard mac and cheese, greens, and fried chicken. So we got a bucket of mixed chicken, two sides of Mac and cheese, and some collard greens (they make them with black eyed peas and tomatoes; totally different from any kind of greens I ever had and I definitely was left craving more. Nice little spot and such friendly people. Heading back very soon“

“TLDR: fried chicken here is awesome, I prefer the salted egg yolk but all of it is good

I got the two legs of chicken with salted egg yolk and I got to enjoy the salted egg yolk flavor on fried chicken with very crispy skin and juicy meat. I do miss the size of the brooklyn location but the food still hit the spot“

“A very special evening with my 93 yr old Godmother. Food was excellent. Pasta was cooked perfectly. Service was impeccable Special honor to have Chef Sal stop at our table Our favorite place in the city“

“Great place, mini diner, fantastic breakfast.
Atmosphere? Lol, Google doesn't understand how humans value space, it has the Atmosphere of a traditional lunch counter, which is fantastic for a lunch counter. Come here for food, it's great!“

“Enter through the Red Rooster restaurant walk down the stairs that’s the location of the club . Great music 🎶, food 🥘 and cocktails 🍸. You will enjoy listening to great jazz and I believe it becomes a club on the late hours of the night. Around minding . Elegant decor“

“Excellent spot food service Very friendly Beautiful blonde waitress had to throw that in“

“The food is AMAZING!!! I love the tortilla soup ❤️“

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

“This is one of our favorite places to PLAY MUSIC in the city, and we love it so much... we go there on our off nights, too, just to hang out. There's always a friendly scene and the food, drink, and atmosphere are unbeatable. Top 1 place in NYC.“

“The hospitality is always on point when I dine there. The food is delicious. A nice small intimate setting. I would definitely recommend this restaurant to others.“

“The food is good. I must say the fried chicken on the day I went was way to salty. The Mac and cheese is very good . I also had their pasta is excellent when they make itThe last time I went the music was way to loud, difficult to give your order.“

“Thursday 2/6/25 I ordered America the beautiful salad. It was a generous portion of Yum! Looked great, picked up and delivered home by my son, chicken still hot! It was the best chicken ranch dressing salad I have had in a long time.“

“Good food 🥘 and the atención to costumer very nice 👍“

“when here for flick week and is the best sea-food in nyc thank you“

“Title: Enthralled by Steppers Dance Group at Londel's in HarlemI had the pleasure of being invited to witness the incredible talent of a Steppers dance group at the renowned restaurant Londel's in Harlem. Despite a knee injury that prevented me from joining in the dancing, I was captivated by the mesmerizing performances I witnessed.The dancers displayed impeccable hand and foot coordination, executing intricate turns and movements with grace and precision. Their skill and passion for Steppers dance were evident in every step, creating a mesmerizing spectacle for all in attendance.The atmosphere at Londel's was electric, filled with excitement and energy as the dancers moved to the rhythm of the music. Although I was unable to partake in the dancing myself, I felt inspired and motivated to recover from my knee injury and return to the dance floor.Watching the Steppers dance group at Londel's was a truly unforgettable experience, and I am eagerly looking forward to the day when I can join in the fun and experience the joy of dancing once again after my knee surgery.I would highly recommend anyone in the Harlem area to visit Londel's and witness the incredible talent of the Steppers dance group for themselves. It is an experience that is sure to leave you in awe and leave you eagerly anticipating your next visit.“

“Roti in HARLEM! 🇹🇹 Tasty! 😋“