boss man was absolutely so sweet. we came in really early while they had just started setting up, I felt bad but the boss man was not at all upset with us being there. he offered us to sit where we liked, said hello to our son, and chatted a bit. we ordered the sunshine nachos, the cheeseburger with a kids chicken and waffles, two sweet teas and fried deviled eggs. and just wow!! I can't even explain how good it was. the worker who did my nachos expressed it's never been make before so I was the first one to have it. definitely recommended. was even better with hot sauce. the flavor of the food 10/10 so wonderful. To add It was very calming inside as well they played some old school r&b and jazz like music? I loved it. To be fair there were only myself, my husband and son, with two other customers. So the vibe was calm lol Thank you again to the staff and bossman for a great experience! Expect us back when we can read more

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Found this place close to Jerry's Art o Rama and decided to give it a try. Wasn't particularly easy to find even though it was located close by. So for what it's worth, they're located in basically the same building as Dunkin Donuts, at NE corner of Rural Rd. & E. Minton Dr. There's a light where you can turn. Heads up, parking lot is relatively small and there's a drive thru near entrance/exit which adds to congestion. I will say what a pleasant surprise their menu presents. Certainly not the typical options. Gizzards. Kool-Aid. Perch. And then there are the Happy Hour and Reverse Happy Hour, Weekend Specials, Karaoke on Tuesdays, did I mention Breakfast & Brunch options. We opted for the 2 chicken breasts and the 3 piece shrimp. Our server was sweet, attentive, and familiar with the menu. She provided clear and concise answers to my questions. She even gave an ordering option for the level of fried (extra crispy?) when the Catfish was ordered. Our beverages were refilled in a timely manner and she checked on us a few times to see how we were doing. Once again I skipped the gizzards, but I was tempted again. Decided our meals were likely more than enough. Spacious dining area, warm decor, televisions displaying scenery around the world, and of course there's music. We had plenty of time to spend catching up on Social Media because it took quite a while for our order. There is no doubt when your meal arrives that it was cooked to order. When our food arrived we weren't disappointed. They may not be fast but the food is fantastic. Delicious, crispy, lightweight batter on everything I've tried. Today I selected the Perch and Dark meat entree with coleslaw. Delicious, but I couldn't eat it all. My son went with Catfish & Shrimp small order with potato salad. He told me the Catfish is one hundred times better than another place where he's ordered it. All fantastic. I'm talking so good, we will be back. read more

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We came here for breakfast and while they were out of a few items we still found some delicious entrees to get. I had the catfish and grits. It was a huge piece of catfish with a crispy crunchy outer crust and very tender fish. The grits were plentiful and buttery. The tables were a little dirty when we sat at our table but our server prompty came over to wipe everything down. Service itself was very friendly and on point. read more

George’s Breakfast & Brunch - Catfish & Grits - Chicken Wings Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

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Wanted to like it more but...here goes. Mild sauce wasn't hittin' at all. Not to mention there was barely any on the chicken! One wing had absolutely none on it!! None on the bread either! Chicken was just...ok, but I was hungry. Wife liked the pizza puff tho. I dunno. Customer service was okay. Seemed like nice people but I couldn't get past the sauce. May try it again if I have to pick the kid up from school, but I don't know. Never made it back to Harold's after their grand opening after being disappointed! Was really looking forward to that mild sauce...smh. read more

My brother-in-love searched 'Soul food from a Black-owned restaurant' and we found George's...and what a find it was! I was worried upon entry when we only saw a couple of folks dining but this spot did not disappoint. Great food. Great service. Great location and plenty of space to spread out. Our crew ordered fried chicken, catfish, perch, shrimp, okra, fries, and potato salad. And it was all delicious. Freshly prepared and had us licking our fingers. Get both the hot and mild sauce. Warning. You get potato salad or coleslaw as an option but only a teaser size. The potato salad was so good, we ordered a larger size to share. They were all out of beers and didn't have any banana pudding...not sure if this is a thing or if it was just a busy day before we got there midday Saturday. With that said, we are all looking forward to returning soon! Oh. Yea...also great music! read more

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Being from Chicago I wanted to go support another Chicago business owner. The catfish is incredible .The sauce reminds me of everything about home. The grits are good. Everything was great, place is very nice on the inside. I recommend if you want some good Midwest Chicago, chicken catfish and other soul food you try to spot. Location 5/5 Food 5/5 Atmosphere 5/5 Parking 5/5 read more

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Dec '25 - Recommend: Yes. Presentation: 5/5 Cleanliness: 5/5 Efficiency: 3/5 Customer Service: 5/5 Price: 4/5 A converted 'Taco' house, into a Chicago styled, home-cooked, style of food; this place was great! I love walking in and hearing music overhead and it was a R&B-styled, soul-filled set of tracks that brought me back 25+ years to some relaxin-clubbing music; loved it! The restaurant was clean, appealing and decorated with leftover lighting and a wall panel that was pretty cool visually with a short bar and spacious seating. Restrooms were clean and large too. Food was only better by the hilarious titling on the menu. With 'Loaded Big-Ass Biscuits' as an example, you know you need to keep looking around and it doesn't end there, LOL. The meals are made to order so expect a little bit of time to get them out to you but my party of 3 had various breakfasts with a burrito, chicken and fries and I had a type of omelet with seasoned potatoes. I have to say, it was really, really good! Flavor in all meals, the hospitality was wonderful and enjoyed the music overhead. I actually have no idea what I paid but I would absolutely roll back in due to the end product being a comfortable, enjoyable gathering place, with a scrumptious meal with great service. The only thing we noticed and has been previously communicated from the reviews is the 'hand-held' ordering/pay Tablet are still - not working well, kept failing, and our server had to go onto a second one so this seems not to be corrected since it's opened up. That being said, we thoroughly enjoyed the visit, the food was certainly tasty and loved the simple atmosphere. Would like to come back for the entertainment that goes on in the evening and try that out too! read more

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My server Shamia was excellent and working hard, waiting tables, making drinks & cleaning up. The tables & chairs are comfortable and they play great music & they have tvs for you to enjoy your time while you wait. The food is a 10 & the Obama cocktail was delicious. I've ordered to go several times this was my first time eating in. My complaint.. there were so many workers standing around talking at the bar and there were dirty tables. Eating your food around tables that have glasses and crumbs on them not cool. This place is great, I just hope they do better because my friends that ate there three weeks ago said the same thing about the tables. read more

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Attended the grand opening at the new location. It was a great time with great service and great food. The owner is amazing. I appreciate his hospitality, upkeep, and receptivenes to customers constructive feedback. This is a well run local restaurant offering fresh food with the Chicago flavors and style, late weekend hours and a hip DJ to bring the music scene to life. read more

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Although the restaurant says "George's breakfast & brunch" it's the dinner that caused me to add this to my favorite list. The open seating was a plus for me. Booths, half booths and chairs, high tables, regular tables and bar seating. read more

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This is my third time here in a week! I'm sure my cholesterol levels will be extremely high, but baby that fried shrimp is worth it!!!!! read more

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Go!! You will love it! Great service and wonderful flavors. This place hits the spot when you want some home cooked food. The environment is clean and comfortable. They have happy hour and the food is great. Try the shrimp they have the biggest shrimp I've ever seen lol. Enjoy! read more

George’s Breakfast & Brunch - Chicken Wings Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

I stopped by George's Breakfast and Brunch for their grand opening and had a great experience. I ordered the small catfish and shrimp plate, which came with 2 fillets and 4 shrimp, crispy, flavorful, and cooked just right. I paired it with the Orange Line Mocktail, which was refreshing and a perfect complement to the meal. The atmosphere was welcoming, service was smooth, and everything tasted fresh. Definitely a solid spot for brunch, I'll be back to try more soon. read more

Solid food. I saw fried deviled eggs on the menu and never in my life ... I had to try them. I'm pretty sure they are meant to be shared, but they were so interesting--and I am weird, but I like my deviled eggs fresh and warm so this was perfect. I'm always on the hunt for catfish and was torn when I also saw gizzards. It's hard to find gizzards. But catfish was the mission today and it was also tasty. Will hit up the gizzards next time. So what could make it better? The vibe is super chill and laid back which was fine for the afternoon with nothing else going on, but if you are in a hurry - may want to order to go in advance if it's available. I ordered a drink and it was a smaller glass without any offer for a refill so if you are on a budget, you may want to skip the drink. The meal came with a small tub of potato salad which was delish but seemed out of place. The team was friendly and the place was clean - worth the trip! read more

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First timers! Had a very good breakfast burrito with chicken sausage - hefty size, excellent flavor and a side of breakfast potatoes. Portion size is great! Very good coffee, super service and friendly environment - my wife enjoyed the BLT and sweet potato fries with ranch. Over all four solid star first try - thanks fellow yelpers for the reviews that led to our trying this gem! Will be back to try the chicken and waffles next time - you gotta try this place - see photos! read more

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Everything was fire food was fresh, flavorful, and keyy really did her thing with this one drink

We went here to support a black owned business and they played in our face. We ordered the shrimp and grits and a mimosa flight ($21) and this is what came out. For $20.50 I expected smooth and creamy grits, well seasoned shrimp, and some type of sauce, all beautifully plated -- not a bowl of grits with 3 pieces of fried shrimp thrown on top. The grits were thick, lumpy, and had no seasoning to it. Seems like they only added huge spoon fulls of melted butter and parsley for "garnish." The shrimps were of decent size, but still didn't make up for how lackluster this bowl of shrimp and grits were. I love supporting black owned businesses, but we have to do better if we want to progress more as a whole community. It starts with honesty....if I could give 0/5 stars I would. Save yourself $50 and go somewhere else!! read more

George’s Breakfast & Brunch - Chicken Wings Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

Great food. Def gave me a lil taste of Chicago. Shout out to Landi!!! She was EVERYTHING!!

I was missing Chicago fried chicken and this place what just what I needed. It takes some time to make the food but that's why its tastes so good and fresh. I couldn't have been more happier, definitely nostalgic feeling and I will be coming back often. It also a plus that people are friendly and the place is super clean. read more

George’s Breakfast & Brunch - 2 piece white meat with mild sauce - Chicken Wings Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

Stumble upon this restaurant and we are so happy we did. Upon entering the establishment we were greeted so kindly by someone who took the time to answer any questions we had and also made some great suggestions. When the food came out it smelled so good it made us even hungrier. We ordered the fried catfish and jumbo shrimp and we were so delighted because they did it so deliciously. The pieces of fish and Shrimp were huge and extra crispy, yet juicy and not greasy! Simply finger-licking licking good! The gizzards were so crunchy and chewy, just the way we like them. We were suggested to sprinkle the lemon pepper on top (which they get straight from Chicago) and oh boy that was the perfect way to eat it! The side fried okra was huge and everyone loved them. We can't wait to come back and try their chicken because everything we ordered did not disappoint. So happy we found this spot. read more

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I was soooo excited to try this new place out and am unfortunately disappointed. We went for a friend's Birthday brunch. It was a group of six of us and we had a reservation, so we're seated immediately. It's in a great location and the DJ was good. We started off with some cocktails that were ok. The food came out at different times, so we weren't able to all start eating together. I'm usually ok with that if it means the food will be hot and fresh. I shared the catfish & grits and chicken & waffles with one of my friends. The grits were luke warm, as you can see in the pic the cheese couldn't even melt. They also were lumpy! I was surprised that for $22 you only get 1 piece of catfish with a bowl of grits. The waffle was delicious and cooked perfectly. The chicken, which we ordered 'fried hard (extra crispy)' was far from that. We had to actually wait for the chicken as another batch was being dropped. The chicken was barely cooked. Our server was great but seemed that she had to help in the kitchen and at the bar, which prevented her from being available. I was really hoping this would be a great experience, as they have some great reviews. I would like to give it another chance as I love supporting small, local, minority owned businesses. read more

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We should have taken it as a warning when we walked in and saw only one other table occupied. Unfortunately, the experience didn't improve from there. The food was mediocre at best. I ordered a Philly without peppers and sweet potato fries, but it came out with peppers and regular fries. After pointing it out, it took another 30 minutes to get the sweet potato fries--and when they finally arrived, the portion was small, soggy, and still undercooked in spots. The chicken sandwiches were also disappointing: dry and chewy. Service was even more frustrating. We didn't receive any drink refills, and it took 20 minutes just to get ketchup. After our food was dropped off, no one checked on us. We eventually had to ask a different waitress for the check, but she didn't know how to process it. After another 15-minute wait, someone from the back finally came out to help. Meanwhile, our original waitress stood behind the counter waiting on another order and didn't acknowledge us at all. The ambiance was actually cute, which is what made us stay and give the place a try--but unfortunately, that was the only positive. Overall, a very disappointing experience and not one I'd repeat. read more

Decided to order ahead to go, arrived and still had to wait. Seen employees struggle to pack up an order for 5 minutes, realized it was my order. read more

We had the best time there we went about 12 Ish they close at 2 AM. We met Sid and Cam and one the bartender I believe his name was chuck I'm so sorry I forgot his name but he made the best drinks ever I recommend you go there the food was great. The service is great. Great job. Great job. read more

Just had the worst breakfast experience. Sat at the bar and the server was not very friendly. We ordered the steak and eggs and breakfast burrito. They waited 30 min to tell us they were out of steak then tried to give me french toast which is not what I ordered. At that point we just asked for the breakfast burrito to go and it was the greasiest thing and barely any bacon or eggs inside. 0/10 in all aspects. Trying to save anyone from experiencing this as their Saturday brunch. read more

This restaurant was a wonderful find. We were staying just down the the street so it was convenient but best of all it was clean, service was excellent. I'm from the south so I'm pretty picky about my chicken and catfish and especially my fried okra. I can tell you this was the best we've ever had. So much so we ate there twice in 3 days. I would give them 10 stars! read more

WTH, this place is amazing!!! First of all their service is warm and inviting. They truly want their customers to have a good experience and were so helpful. I do love fried chicken and it's so hard to find a restaurant that makes it well and they do it just right. They started me off with this deep fried canned biscuit and it was literally the best thing I've ever eaten. I got the half mixed and added a perch fillet. The chicken has a medium thick but still light crust. It is not overly herbal which allows one to grab that crust off the top of the thigh and taste that hallmark caramelized fried chicken flavor. This is exactly what I look for when I rate chicken and this is exactly what you'll taste when you eat here. The fish had that corn meal breading like it's supposed to and tasted wonderful. Lastly, I finished the meal with a dose of tasty banana pudding. Nice!!! I highly recommend this place for all fat people who love awesome fried chicken!!! read more

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Absolute gem the food was fresh and delicious the mild sauce was on point definitely gave back home Chicago vibes and the atmosphere was cool as well, they also had a DJ in there jamming, If you looking for some real Chicago style food I recommend you try this place you won't be disappointed. They service was great as well and I love how the owner interacts with the customers. Definitely going again... read more

Food tastes So Yum!! The service was pleasant, even when ordering to - go food. If you ask ( or sometimes they even offer- a glass of ice water, or you can also order a Real drink at the counter bar if you like to just chill. Beautifully decorated with a Southern Charm. Again, even an Omelette there-IS Outstanding. This place is Sooo much better than Crackers that closed down. Anyway, Check out their menu- Mouthwatering Delicious:) read more

The fish was cooked to perfection. Absolutely delicious. It does take some time to do that. I've never had any complaints about the quality of the food. The atmosphere is beautiful. The perfect place for breakfast, brunch, luncheons and get togethers if you're looking to impress clients, friends and family. I recommend it all the time to visitors and locals. It's in Tempe near Baseline on Rural Road. I don't have any photos at the moment but I'll share some soon. The staff is very knowledgeable for suggestions if you need them. Everyone is on point. read more

Make sure you guys come out and try the food at George's . Very welcoming and very friendly people. The food is made to Order. The vibe is right. I've tried a lot of different things and everything's very good I've tried. read more

The food is so good! My catfish was fried to perfection and the grits are nice and smooth. Just a little too sweet for me! I'm a butter,salt& pepper on my grits girl. Overall the service was excellent. Our server was attentive and kept us informed about our order. Be prepared to wait...this is a cook to order restaurant. Promise you it's worth every minute you wait. Met George while waiting on order...very pleasant and personable young man! I will be back again and again with friends & family. If you're from the Midwest you're going to love the vibe. read more

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This place is absolutely delicious. I literally can't want to have it again. I've been waiting for a place like this since we moved here and am so happy they've arrived, and in the east valley! All of my hold was perfectly seasoned and fried. Yummy read more

I was there over the weekend and being a Southern Girl from The Dirty South( Mississippi) I know good Catfish! Let me tell yall this! This is the Best Catfish I have ever had since relocating to Phoenix!!! Everything was fresh, seasoned, and Wow!!!! So, go check it out , and have the Best Experience Every!!!! - Mz Patty ( Mississippi) read more

While driving by, we noticing that this was new to the area so decided to stop in for lunch... The restaurant was clean and no one there until after we ordered and then there was a rush. I noticed that the prices were a bit expensive for a small portion but the cashier assured me that it's a lot of food, which it was. We ordered a fish sandwich with fries and it came with 2 sauces and a small side of potato salad which was tasty and we also ordered a fish and shrimp combo. 2 pieces of fish and 3 shrimps.... HUGE pieces and way more than enough food. Came with a piece of bread, fries and the potato salad. Food was fried to perfection, piping hot with a nice and light flavor. Not over seasoned at all. The breading did not stay on the shrimp at all but it was still good. We definitely recommend and try again. Service was also great. Very inviting and talkative! Pictures aren't great but will be updating. read more

George’s Breakfast & Brunch - Catfish and Shrimp - Chicken Wings Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

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Pro's: food was ok, vibe was decent Cons: service is extremely slow and without personality. I mean think blank eye contact or friendliness. Not rude but more like, i dont want to be here and dont ask for anything. Super Con: Cheap plastic ware. Felt like we were picnicking $20 meals read more

Visiting from out of town and decided to stop. When ordering, our server had to check if bananas and strawberries were available even though they are main ingredients in two of the menu items. Service was slow, 2 orders of the French toast and a BTL took over 40 mins. BTL was supposed to include avocado but that was missing. Wish we could've rated more. read more

Stopped here while I was running around last weekend. It looked like it was a grand opening (balloons and such). The place looks really nice. It used to be a Chinese food restaurant. They gave it a good face lift. Kinda a club vibe. They have a DJ and he was spinning some good R&B / Hip hop. Nothing to crazy just a bit too loud for the space. Let's talk service. Remember, it looks like they just opened. Server had a hard time hearing what I was ordering and she was struggling to work the POS hand held. Maybe new and needs a bit more training. Wait time for food was excessive. 40 minutes seems to long for fried catfish and fried shrimp. Now food. The fry ond the fish and shrimp was on point, just lacking some spice in the dredge. The shrimp were huge and cooked well and the catfish fillets were tasty. I also got a side of okra, the main attraction in my eyes. Great fry, but again, no spice. The price is not to bad for the portion and the seafood. When I paid, the suggestion option for tip is 20% 25% and 30%. Seems high? I will give them a try again later. Give them time to work out the kinks. I really want them to stick around. They could be amazing. read more

Just landed from Nashville Tn. and was ready to get some good food. My sister who lives here suggested George's. Good pick Sis! Food a 10/10, the service was alright. The waitress was 4 days new. Kept apologizing so yeah she was fresh out the water. The environment was cool yet still had that new business energy for a Wednesday night. I suggest have a theme night during the week to keep business afloat during the week. I do like that the manager came out and spoke to us. I will definitely go back. I need to see people in the peak hours of business. How service is then. read more

Had shrimp & fries delivered. OMG was I surprised. The size,seasoning,coating perfect. Had never heard of this franchise. Was at a location near them, saw a couple come out with what looked like enough food to feed an army. Looked them up and decided to give a try. So happy I did and will be ordering again!!!! read more