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    Black Swallow Espresso

    5.0 (4 reviews)

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    MJS Catering 2 U

    MJS Catering 2 U

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    I went here today as a recommendation. Terribly disappointed by my entire meal. This review isn't…read morea put down, but a strong pull-up! I ordered the half slab rib dinner with collard greens, green beans and a additional side of mac and cheese. I was so anxious to enjoy some tasty comfort food. Only to have mushed green beans with a strange flavor or taste. No big deal, sometimes beans can over cooked. Went over to the collards only to be disappointed again, over cooked and tasteless: really. The mac had enough cheese to hold the noodles together, but not visible to palate or human eyesight. Lastly the ribs. I asked for light sauce so I could taste the seasoning of the rib. Well, not only were the ribs drowning in bbq sauce the membrane had not been removed, ugh! In my honest opinion. The food tastes so bland and unloved to be comfort food. I will revisit again and report back. You can't play around with comfort food. Go hard or go home! I hope everyone give them the opportunity to get it right. I went here around 1:45pm

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    Black Swallow Espresso - catering - Updated August 2026

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