Sacramento has plenty of soul food spots, but Creole Soul is hands-down my favorite. When I lived…read morein Sacramento, this was my go-to whenever I wanted good soul food, and it's honestly one of the restaurants I miss the most. There are definitely other options around the city, but something about Creole Soul always kept me coming back. The food is flavorful, comforting, and actually tastes like somebody knew what they were doing in that kitchen. Even though I don't live in Sacramento anymore, this is still one of those places I think about when I'm craving soul food. Whenever I'm back in town, Creole Soul is absolutely on my list. My favorite soul food spot in Sacramento, period.

Cozy restaurant that serves huge portions. It looks like they have daily specials and we did go in…read morethe evening so they were out of some of the sides but I got the snapper which was a friend snapper and then red beans and potato salad. The cornbread was absolutely delicious as well. You order at the counter and then your food is brought to the table to you.

A warm, welcoming spot with flavorful comfort food that keeps you coming back…read more Finally made it back to Sacramento for a post-op visit and had to stop here. I hadn't been since last summer and was happy to return. Parking can be a bit hectic, but once you're inside, the atmosphere makes up for it. It's a family-owned spot, and you can feel it right away -- everyone is kind, welcoming, and takes the time to check in on you. We came for breakfast, but they also offer lunch and barbecue options, so there's plenty to choose from depending on when you go. They've also expanded and now have a location in Elk Grove. I ordered the French toast plate, which came with thick-cut slices of bread, eggs, and bacon. The French toast was soft on the inside with a nice golden finish, full of flavor without being overly sweet. The eggs were well seasoned, and the bacon was cooked just right. BB ordered the cheeseburger with fries and a side of grits. The burger was juicy with grilled onions and melted cheese, and the fries had that crispy, beer-battered texture. Everything came out hot and satisfying. Overall, a great spot for comfort food with genuinely friendly service. Definitely planning to come back -- especially for the biscuits and gravy next time.

Out in Sacramento for work and was craving southern food near my hotel. This placed popped up on…read moregoogle so I decided to stop in. I did not realized how busy this place was. I ordered the country fried chicken smothered with gravy to go. For someone who grew up in Texas I was somewhat hesitant to try it but it did not disappoint.. Ambiance of the restaurant looked like it was right out of a small town in the south Great family owned place. Thank you Monica for the recommendation!!

Love love love this place. Service is A1 always. However,…read moreDomingo is by far my favorite employee. He is so attentive and on top of it. He goes above and beyond. I will be coming back for the food and because of Domingo. We ordered beignets and biscuits. I recommend both but the biscuits are my favorite with the honey butter that comes with it. I got the Porch Mary Bloody Mary and it was good wish it came with a slice of bacon though. For my entree I ordered the ham Benedict. It's not my first time here and definitely won't be my last. Definitely great spot with great vibes and filling bomb food. I didn't get any pictures of my food because it was so good that I just dug in.

Brunch today was at The Porch which is a Southern brunch right in Midtown Sacramento. The staff was…read morewarm and welcoming. We were seated outside which was lovely, especially given the weather and the slight breeze. I appreciate that they offer an option for reservations. Many brunch places do not do those nowadays, which I hate. Every brunch requires a coffee. I appreciate that they do lattes here, rather than just hot or iced coffees. They had some unique syrups, such as bourbon caramel and praline. The syrups were on the more subtle side, which some people prefer. I am not one of those people, but it was a good latte for a breakfast/ brunch spot. I wish there was more ice tho.  The skillet cornbread with sharp cheddar, creamed corn & garlic, honey butter & house made seasonal jam on the side was a great starter dish. I enjoyed the garlic and cheese. The temperature/ toastiness of this was yummy.  We couldn't decide between the cornbread and the sticky bun, so the only obvious solution was to order both. The topping of the sticky bun was delicious. It was almost pecan pie adjacent.

I had the Catfish and Cabbage. I Absolutely Love their…read moreCabbage and really Only go there to get some. This Night the Catfish was Very Fresh Tasting and DELICIOUS!!! For whatever reason I'm sure is probably because I went there late at night, the Cabbage wasn't tasting like I normally like it to be. It was really soggy, not crisp and very salty. Yet this is just one night of tasting It. Whenever I eat It is VERY, VERY, VERY DELICIOUS. So my suggestion would be don't go there to eat cabbage an hour before closing. Go during the day and you will be very satisfied. THE SERVICE WAS AWESOME. THE YOUNG LADY WAS VERY FRIENDLY, PERSONABLE WITH THE WONDERFUL SMILE ON HER FACE AND HAPPY TO HELP ME. My visit was Friday May 8, 2026 about an hour before closing.

Trip one: The service on the phone was terrible. And the service once we came to pick up the order…read morewasn't much better, IDK who answered the phone 4/8 around 12:30 but boy was she rude. We called to check about the lunch special and if we didn't really want this place we would have said hang up and tried another place. Once we received our food, the lady didn't add any bbq sauce and the potato salad was warm. Trip two and Three: 4/25 and 4/28 the lady with the locs is amazing and I wish I interacted with her from the beginning. After the initial interaction two weeks ago I probably would have never returned however after randomly seeing the offering on Too Good To Go App the nice lady at the store was phenomenal with her service. We had ribs each time and while I was irked the first order didn't include any I'm definitely not a drench my meat gal either. Hoping next time I get something other than BBQ but who knows what I will try next. I'm sure I'll return and the next time I will get her name

Excellent Gumbo! Love this place and Ms Tori! Home cooked food, down home community vibe. A place…read morelike no other. Restores your well-being and your faith in humanity!

On our recent visit we stopped in to order takeout and got a family size gumbo, riblets, a side of…read moremac and cheese, a side of dressing, buttered hot water cornbread, and their version of an Arnold Palmer. We learned on our very first visit how good the gumbo is and it's become a must ever since. The people who work here are friendly and you can tell they have a lot of regulars who stop in for food. There's a gravel lot right next to the building and you can take your food to go or enjoy it there. Our food took about 15-20 minutes and then we took it home to enjoy. The portions are definitely fair for the price. They also pack everything well for the ride home. The gumbo is our favorite, it's flavorful and packed with protein like their sausage, chicken, and shrimp and has just a hint of spice. We tried their riblets for the first time and it was a generous portion and we really enjoyed the bbq sauce they used. The mac and cheese is good, but I like mine creamier. It does have a little spice which was nice. The dressing was packed with flavor and we were excited they offered this side because you don't see it everywhere. Their hot water cornbread is definitely something they're known for and is really good on its own or dipped into the gumbo. The Palmer here tastes like Brisk raspberry tea mixed with lemonade, and we really enjoy this twist on it. Overall this spot is a local gem and we love visiting.

We stopped at Bear West BBQ after a very busy day, and it was a great choice. The food was…read moredelicious and the portions gave us plenty to enjoy, including leftovers for another meal. I ordered the tri-tip, pulled pork, and BBQ chicken, along with baked beans, green beans, greens, sweet yams, cornbread, and a slice of 7-Up cake. Everything came together as a wonderful comfort-food meal. The meats were flavorful, and the sides made it feel like a true BBQ feast. The staff and the overall experience made it a great place to sit down, relax, and enjoy a good meal. We'll definitely be back.

We walked in here causally on a Saturday afternoon, and they had a consistent flow of foot traffic!…read moreService was very quick though. Everything was delicious from the ribs, brisket, chicken, cabbage, Mac n cheese, corn bread... this may have become my new favorite bbq/soul restaurant!! On top of that, everyone working there was so nice they also deliver!

I'm beginning not to like commerical Soul Food. I looked at their TikTok video and was convinced we…read moreneeded to try it. The hostess was very nice. The service was slow. I liked the N.O. Jazzy scenes. She gave us free slices of yellow watermelon. It was tasty. My fried ribs were dry and oversauced. The Mac & Cheese...no. The Greens...no. My wife had to ask for more fries because the ketchup that she put on them was sour. We looked at the bottom and almost all of the reddness was gone. The fish was rather good.

I saw this spot and just had to try it since Southern food is good for the soul…read more Fried chicken: A- Crispy batter and very well seasoned! Chicken comes out juicy and hot, I enjoyed it very much. (Fried) okra: B+ Haven't had fried okra before but it's a pretty enjoyable form to eat it. It doesn't really pull apart easily when you bite it but it has the same batter as the fried chicken, so very tasty. Mac n cheese: A This version of Mac n cheese is so good, you can definitely taste the hefty amounts of butter and cheese so your arteries may not thank you but your taste buds will!

Q1227 easily became one of my favorite dining experiences in Sacramento…read more We started with the lobster bites and broccolini. The lobster bites came with a lemon wedge and their house Thousand Island sauce, and that sauce was incredible. The combination of the crispy lobster, lemon, and sauce worked perfectly together. The broccolini was also seasoned really well and paired nicely with the grilled lemon. I ordered an Old Fashioned, and it was one of the smoothest I've had. One detail I loved was that they stamped the restaurant's logo into the ice cube. Small touch, but really cool. For my main course, I ordered the Grilled Huli Huli Chicken with a crispy rice cake, pineapple, greens, and a house sauce that completely made the dish. The sweet and tangy flavor paired perfectly with the chicken. Me and my girlfriend also shared the mac and cheese, and honestly, this was one of the best mac and cheeses I've had. It was rich, creamy, well-seasoned, and the breadcrumbs on top added the perfect texture. My girlfriend ordered the braised short rib with garlic mashed potatoes and carrot purée. The short rib was so tender it practically fell apart with a fork. Everything on the plate was delicious. One thing that surprised me was the portion sizes. Everything was very filling, and we ended up taking some food home. By the time dessert came around, we were already pretty full, but there was no way we were skipping it. To finish the night, we shared the Ghirardelli triple chocolate brownie with vanilla ice cream, caramel sauce, and strawberries. It was the perfect way to end the meal. The restaurant was busy and lively, but it never felt crowded. The tables were spaced out really well, so my girlfriend and I could still enjoy our conversation and watch the basketball game. I also appreciated seeing Chef Q and his wife walking around and checking on guests throughout the night. They stopped by tables to see how everyone was enjoying their food, which was a really nice touch. I even had the chance to take a picture with Chef Q before we left, which was super cool. Between the food, service, atmosphere, and attention to detail, this is easily one of the top restaurants I've been to in Sacramento. Definitely worth a visit.

Family offered to take me out to dinner for my birthday and asked me where I wanted to go. Q1227…read morewas the call! It was a new place for all of them, but I've been here (and the previous location) multiple times. The food has always been good and I enjoy the creative menu. As expected, everyone enjoyed the food this night as well! I had the Beef Wellington, something I rarely see on menus... so when I DO see it, it's usually on my short list. It was excellent. The broccolini was great too (it was the veggie I chose). And... the carrot cake! Bravo! I love a great carrot cake. The unfortunate negative for us? And I hate to even mention this, but it was definitely a thing for us... the musician, whom I LOVED for his talent and music... was just too loud for us. Not sure what to suggest on that. We enjoyed the music, but we couldn't hear anything else. We couldn't hear each other... we couldn't hear the waiter more often than not... the horn (clarinet) just blasted us out. We weren't RIGHT next to him, we were a couple tables away... but the same side of the room as him. In the future, I'll try to be seated further away if I'm with a group that wants to talk. I'll be back... but maybe after I take an ASL course.