Soul Food Restaurants near Staten Island, NY

“Just got back from a thoroughly enjoyable meal at Shaw-naé’s House on Van Duzer. The sangria was plentiful, the food was fresh, hot and tasty, the wait staff attentive, and the ambience was perfecto (my wife sang to ALL the songs!). Too full for dessert, but I was eyeing that peach cobbler! Next time!“

“I've been living in this area for over 20 years and I just recently started frequenting here. I order the fried chicken breast with mac & cheese and potato salad. It's heaven on earth. The pricing is reasonable for the quality of the food.“

“We came for lunch. We had several dishes of pasta, Mac & Cheese and eggplant parmesan. food was great. Service was excellent (including some games for the table until the food was ready). Prices were low! I would definitely come here again.“

“I went to this restaurant last month with my friend. We wanted to have some asian food But the restaurant owner came outside from this restaurant and told us to try there food. So we tried the food. Food is okay. Different taste. We had a good time there. Hard to find the parking spot. Thank you and we wish you all the best! Keep it up..!“

“The food here is amazing. It’s always nice coming in and being greeted by the owner staff. If you need good soul food, this is the place to get it!“

“The food was very delicious and well prepared. The rice was perfectly cooked, flavorful, and fresh. The salad tasted great, fresh and well seasoned, and the fries were crispy and delicious. The portion size was good, the presentation was clean, and the service was fast.
I highly recommend this place ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ The place is clean and beautiful, with a very welcoming atmosphere. The staff is friendly and professional, and the service was fast and efficient.“

“I had the most phenomenal dining experience at Kings Pride, a Nigerian restaurant in Jersey City. The exceptional customer service by the owner, Veronica, truly made it stand out. Veronica went above and beyond to bring the essence of Nigerian cuisine to our table, even taking us behind the scenes to demonstrate the traditional preparation of the dishes. Her passion for sharing the culture and flavors of Nigeria was truly inspiring. The Jollof rice with stewed goat was an absolute standout, bursting with rich, aromatic flavors that left a lasting impression. The Ogbono soup was a true staple of Nigerian cuisine and paired perfectly with a side of fufu. The classic homemade Zobo drink was a refreshing and delightful complement to the meal. Veronica's warm hospitality and her dedication to showcasing the authenticity and rich cultural heritage of Nigerian cuisine made our experience truly memorable. Kings Pride is more than just a restaurant; it's a place that brings people together through the love for great food and the celebration of Nigerian traditions. I highly recommend Kings Pride as a must-visit for anyone seeking an authentic and enriching culinary experience. Veronica's commitment to preserving and sharing the intricacies of Nigerian cuisine deserves the utmost support to keep this remarkable restaurant thriving.“

“Received my second order of SLAP-IT seasonings. Thank you for the fast shipping. I use it on eggs, turkey burgers, chicken and more.“

“A friend of mine brought some takeout from Cherry's Lounge to my home. Wow! delicious! got to make my way to Cherry's Lounge.“

“I took food to my job and they loved I brought a pan of yellow rice cabbage and a $20 pan of potato salad and took it to my job cause we had a birthday party for a coworker. They loved the food they never had it before I live in South Amboy but I’m from Newark work in Matawan at the nursing home, and they never had the flu before they loved it. Good job, kings.“

“Great home cooked food; friendly staff; Fair prices; Highly recommended“

“Everything was great I just did not like seeing to many peoplle walking in from the outside into the kitchen. I feel that we do not know what germs they are bringing from the outside.“

“First time, every thing was great!!“

“Way better than other places in Hillside. Great service never rude or nasty at all very pleasant!! Good service goes a long way!!“

“ITS EVERYTHING PEOPLE NEED FOR THEIR SOUL AND IT BRINGS BACK THE FEELING OF LOVE AND FAMILY“

“The food was absolutely delicious and the owner and staff were great..“

“Highly recommended food for the soul! My favorite dish is the fried whiting along with the fried shrimp. Each and every time I visit, my taste buds call for this combo! #musttry“

“friendly Atmosphere good service nice perfectly cooked portion sizes and food makes you feel like Sunday dinner with family“

“the restaurant says (poster outside) it accepts EBT card and also when we asked the staffs they said the same too. but when we ordered the food the staff said they dont accept EBT card, they only accept cash. Liar“

“The best food and customer service“

“I eat here and order regular since COVID. Fast service. Courteous staff. Very kind owners community oriented. Food is exceptional and portion sizes are great. 2 people can eat one dinner meal.“

“The food is delicious! My union had a black history dinner and Two Fish & Five Loaves catered the food! Very tasty and delicious! I don’t trust a lot soul food restaurants due to tons of sodium and grease but Two Fish & Five Loaves was just right! I will like to one day dine in. I highly recommend this place for catering!“

“The cat fish sandwiches are to die for, however; the cat fish nuggets are even better...
It does not matter when you order them they are ALWAYS fresh!
The other food items are just as delicious...
The young man who cooks the food is mannererable, humbled, and kind. The young lady who takes the food orders are patient, kind, and humbled.
The atmosphere is less than desirable, but the food is definitely chefs' kiss!
Go and you will not be disappointed 💚“

“I have ordered and eaten at this restaurant it is a nice cozy place to meet with friends and family to have a good meal. You can also order out . I definitely recommend! I will be booking some events here in the near future….“