Hot Fish House feels like I stepped back into my childhood walking into the many small family owned fish markets in Augusta, GA with my parents. Hot Fish House provides a place for all to come eat really good food, in a very welcoming atmosphere, and receive excellent family oriented service while being reminded while you're there, your family too. Every order is prepared fresh making the fish and shrimp crispy and hot. My husband and son devoured their order within minutes. We will definitely return, and highly recommend Hot Fish House! read more

Hot Fish House - Southern Near Me - Lakewood, Washington

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We came in to celebrate my daughter's 17th birthday, excited to enjoy some great catfish and support a small Black-owned business. Unfortunately, the experience was extremely disappointing. The catfish was paper thin, rubbery, and inedible. The grits were bland and unappetizing. The fried pork chops were greasy & tasted like they had been cooked in old, dirty oil. The banana pudding also did not taste homemade. After spending over $100 and only managing a couple of bites, we decided to request a refund because the food was simply unacceptable. We returned the food, but the store clerks said they couldn't process a refund and were unable to reach the owner. Two days later, the owner contacted us and refused to issue a refund. We truly value supporting small Black-owned businesses, but based on this experience, we will not be returning. Save your time and money. read more

Hot Fish House - Paper thin fish, greasy pork chops & terrible grits - Southern Near Me - Lakewood, Washington

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Great ending to a Thurston County and Pierce County adventure. Many trips and never a review How could I?!? Welp this trip was the 40.00 platter and made it for 2 with a couple additional sides. Platter was catfish, oysters, shrimp and fries. Greens, Mac and cheese additional sides. Cashier/Server was great. Bmass her for Working on her birthday. With her personality I know she cleaned up in tip. 8/10 the owner will pop by tables to check in on customers and have a quick chat. On the wall it says "Hello Family"; they do strive to make you fill like a favorite. Greatly appreciated. read more

Just visited for the 1st time. Will be back and really look forward to the opening of the new restaurant that is opening in the old Ram space! Turkey leg was amazing and banana pudding was delicious! Lovely place to sit outside and visit with your friends. Met the owner Q and had a nice talk about "real" southern cooking. read more

Hot Fish House - Loaded Turkey leg greens, Cajun rice, Mac & Cheese over a leg. - Southern Near Me - Lakewood, Washington

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Where to start....... I always look at a restaurant online before I get there, in order to quit myself with what I will be eating. When I walked in, I could clearly see that this establishment is definitely still new in figuring out what sales and what does not and is support by the community which I can appreciate. But...... the menu is slightly different in the restaurant than online. They have limited drinks and they also run weekly specials from what I understand. The atmosphere itself was medium noise level but later one of the employees turned the music up so loud we had to leave because we were unable to talk without shutting. The food came out very quickly after we ordered and was not super hot, which was already a red flag for us. The chicken wings smell like they have been cooked in the fish oil, and when we inquired about it due to a food allergy, the kitchen was unclear whether or not the chicken wings were fried in their own oil or whether they were fried in fish oil. That resulted in us ordering something else from the menu, with no extra charge. I was looking forward to having the greens and cornbread, mainly due to how challenging, it is find southern food in this state unless you're cooking it at home yourself. The shrimp that we ordered was also not cooked fully, and I requested the kitchen to re-fry the shrimp. The greens at first tasted okay, but the more I ate them the less my stomach appreciated me. For me personally, I cannot recommend this restaurant and I also will not be returning. I feel horrible making this review and it has taken me several weeks to figure out exactly what to say. This review is one of the hardest restaurant reviews that I have done in a very long time mainly due to how hopeful I was, and the restaurant is within a community that is supporting them. Nothing we eat here was good, and I hope the restaurant can improve their food quality and stay consistent and safe for people that have food allergies. It would be different if all they served was fish and shrimp, which I understand if someone has an allergy, they should not be eating here, but the restaurant also serves ribs, wings, and turkey legs. Along with other sides that are available. Again with a heavy emphasis on the restaurant to please use different oils when frying foods and cook them to order. Anyone who has made fried chicken wings or fish at home or had it in another restaurant should know it takes a minimum of 20 to 30 minutes in order to cook them completely after ordering. These menu items should not becoming out of the kitchen within 10 minutes after ordering. As always, stay safe, healthy, and hungry out there. I'll see you all next time for my next review. read more

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The food overall was so yummy. The fish nice flaky crunch the shrimp and oysters so bomb! I want to say the collards was delicious. I wish though they had biscuits and hush puppies on the menu. They were out of the fried okra which was a bummer. I tried the stuffed turkey leg. So much good . The service was great she had our orders out in record time. We were. Big party and she was handling it . I have beef with the banana pudding is tasted cinnamon I think. That shouldn't have been in there that killed the taste, but the peach cobbler was delicious.. I will sure be coming back to get Moore finally made it here and had a good time read more

Craving soul food? Hot Fish House at 3926 100th St SW in Lakewood, WA 98499 has got you covered! I can't begin to tell you just how many times we have visited here and OMG y'all, OOOH MY GOODNESS, absolutely delicious!!! We love their catfish, pork chops, wings and their jumbo turkey leg triple stuffed with Mac & cheese, collard greens and jambalaya!!! To wash it all down, I suggest one of their adult icees, aka frozen daiquiris. But word to the wise, just be ready for a long nap, it's THAT GOOD!!! And the service? Super welcoming. They appreciate your business, especially me coming back time and time again. We live off the Hood Canal and let me tell you, it's totally worth the drive! Great vibe in here too. A few televisions, low and high top tables to sit at inside. Great music playing. Love the black and white checkered floor, the shiny red metal tables and chairs, and an old school red telephone booth you would find in the UK. Come early... it's Friday night and the amazingly super tender smoked turkey legs, okra and tartar sauce are 86'd. read more

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Food was wonderful, service was great and the ambiance was good. That was for the first time we went. The second time we went the portions were pretty scarce. I mean, had the first time we went the portion would have been the same we wouldn't have had anything to compare it to. More than likely we wont be returning. read more

Love love this place! The catfish is my go to. The greens are so good as well. Can't wait to try the turkey leg with all the sides. Customer service is always top notch, you feel right at home. read more

It was our first time visiting. The staff were lovely and made us feel welcome. My husband and I shared the Seafood Platter, which was AMAZING! The generous portions lasted us through two meals. Probably my favorite item from the menu was the Banana Pudding. Absolutely delicious! We are two senior aged white folks. This place is great for anyone who loves Southern/Cajun style cooking. read more

Disclaimer: The issue starts at the asterisk if you not a reader. I write a lot. My pastor would sometimes say in his sermons: "The definition of crazy is doing the same thing again and mad because nothing has changed" On 8/30/25 My Son went in here round 7:30 pm-8pm to get me my favorite (and usually the best) fried catfish dinner. The ONLY place I went for my fried fish. I wanted shrimp added with mine and 'Mac'. He purchased 3 dinners. He and got his momma...what she asked for. I called to check on him cause my granbaby went with and to my delight...I could hear them in the background just conversing wit my son bout his son. They adored Gammies baby so much, they gave him a lemonade. To the point...(I know). ********************************** Their service and their Catfish is USUALLY.....never-fail. That is.... Until last night. The shrimp more than likely 'farm raised', as always were nice sized and this time had more flavor than usual. Even with good seasoning a person with a good palate--can discern between 'farm raised' and 'wild caught'. Restaurant Shrimp Game 101. If a restaurant DOES serve 'Wild Caught'--trust me when I tell you (AND it's a 'logical move' for a business owner) they will advertise that it is 'Wild Caught'. Why? Cause they want you to know...the higher price is for the BEST as they are harvested out of its NATURAL habitat. If you know...you know. But this is about that 'fish'. Horrible. Absolutely. Positively. POSITIVELY ABSOLUTELY HORRIBLE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! For one, I was missing a piece (usually 4 and the pieces were average size) but WORST!!!!..... I don't know WHAT that was but it wasn't CatFish. The flesh didn't even have the same flake texture as CatFish!!! THIS.... *Had NO CORNMEAL but some kinda 'fine breading' and... *Therefore wasn't fried HARD like I ALWAYS get. *Tha' real turn off--it was 'CHEWY' because it was 'slightly' undercooked annnd... *What this was...had absolutely NO FLAVOR of Fish!!!! Maybe that happened because it was 'watered out' from frozen...I don't know but... THIS WASN'T CATFISH!!!!!!! The flesh was much 'whiter', the flake of the flesh was larger than that of CatFish. To be fair, I started eating mine first and though I realized IMMEDIATELY something was wrong, I CHOSE not to say anything because well...maybe momma was just trippin' but my son sits down to enjoy his. I keep my eyes on the T.V and sure enough about 10 minutes in he says with a frown on his face: "Ma...this batch...ain't hittin...". Feeling bad that he spent almost $80 to get his momma right, his meal and his son's BUT relieved that I wasn't just 'ungrateful' or 'crazy'--I turned to him and said: "I'M SURE GLAD IT WASN'T JUST ME" We both were so disgusted! And I...felt horrible that I had him get it and wasted his money like that. The only good thing is (so far) no one had gotten ill. My stomach did 'turn' a bit only because all I could think was: "what did we just digest???" This is really sad for me. Cuz I LIKED this place but eating out is just getting really frustrating. I love patronizing a place owned by my 'own' but... More and more Restaurateurs (of any color/race) are becoming less concerned with quality. They start out/lure you with good quality and slowly graft in poor. Consumerism is a BEAST that can never die and Social Media is a remunerative carrier. No longer does one have to produce good quality. They just need...produce. This is the Hot Fish House. Fish is the specialty. Not wings. Not a damn Turkey Leg. If that's not tha' case then just call it: "All Types uh' S&@?....House" That way, I'm not as confused as I am now. No more "Maybe it was a bad day" mindset. I value my funds and my son's funds so purchasing 'plates of chance' is a STRAIGHT SOLID NO for me. Crazy...I am not. If this was a 'near closing' issue--I'll say this here. Stand by your name and always consider your reputation (if you care about it) in that-- If you close at 9 pm, your absolute best--should be provided until you flip that open light off and lock the door AFTER your LAST customer. That's a good and productive day and not a half-assed one. 2 stars for tha' shrimp. read more

Hot Fish House - That's Righteous Golden Goodness right there yall. Yessss Sir and Yes Ma'am!!! - Southern Near Me - Lakewood, Washington

A little bit of the southern comfort food, that reminded me of the Carolinas(low country). Food not over seasoned and cooked to perfection..Service was good, it did take a long time to get the food but it was worth the wait. The old school music playing inside was an added bonus. Truly refreshing to find a soul food restaurant. read more

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I have had this spot on my bucket list for a while but the only days we were able to drop in were when they were closed. However, we got the chance to check them out on Sunday morning after dropping off our dog for a grooming appointment. We entered and were greeted with a gorgeous restaurant that was blasting soul music. There were a few people ahead of us which was fine as we got to look at the menu to see what we wanted. Our cashier was polite with us and made sure to read back our order to ensure it was correct. It was nice to listen to her sing along with the music playing too. I got the shrimp and grits while my boyfriend got the smoked turkey leg. Our order did take quite some time, like maybe 30-40 minutes but we enjoyed the vibes and each other's company. We later find out from our cashier/cook who told us that she saw we were busy chatting and wanted to make a fresh batch of grits for me so I'm grateful for that. The food was absolutely some of the best soul food that I think I had in Washington state, which I know may not be saying a lot but there are also a few Southern stables in Washington. The shrimp and grits were just heavenly and comforting. The smoked turkey leg is definitely worth the menu and you will be leaving with leftovers unless you have a big appetite. I also didn't know that it came with cornbread which was also so good as it is already sucked with some honey and it was just a fluffy sweet cloud. Just melts in your mouth! We also did get the sweet tea and it was probably one of the best sweet teas that I had ever had as it was simply refreshing! My only complaint was that my shrimp and grits was supposed to come with egg but I did not receive egg in my order which was disappointing since the female employee did mention she made my grits fresh. I was so hungry though so I just ate my food without thinking to ask. Other than that, we are definitely wanting to come back to try out some other dishes! read more

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First time here food was good tasty and a little salty but was good Service was ok asked for lemon pepper they forgot and was busy read more

Hot Fish House - Large Seafood Platter - Southern Near Me - Lakewood, Washington

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Easily a five star. I came on a Saturday night around 6 PM. Wasn't too busy, but they had a study crowd. Dude, it only took about five minutes and my order was ready. Everything was hot and fresh just the way I like it. The catfish has a great crisp And a flavorful batter yet the catfish itself is so light and fluffy. Amazing flavor. The prawns, get out of here. They had such great flavor and weren't overcooked. They were literally perfect. I can't wait to come here again and try something else. I'll be back! read more

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5 Stars - Hands down the BEST experience I've had at a restaurant! I had the most amazing birthday surprise at HotHouse Fish in Lakewood, WA! I went there with my cousin after hearing all the hype, but when we pulled up, they were literally closing down for the night--chairs up, lights low, staff getting ready to leave because they had sold out of everything early (it was also super hot that day). I was so bummed, but I mentioned it was my birthday and that we had driven all the way out just to try their food. And y'all... the owner did not hesitate. He said, "All we have left is catfish," and then turned around and said, "It's on the house for your birthday." Not only that, he gave us free beers and even an orange soda for my cousin's daughter. They cooked up two orders of catfish and fries, just for us--even after a long, hot day when they were ready to head out. WHO DOES THAT?! The catfish? Crispy, flavorful, and cooked with so much love. The vibe? Even better. The kind of hospitality that makes you feel like family. I told him we'll definitely be back--again and again. I'm already planning my next trip so I can finally try their famous turkey leg! If you haven't been here yet, check out their menu and get there early--because when it's gone, it's gone! Thank you HotHouse Fish for making my birthday so special. read more

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Food was so good here. I got the 10 piece lemon pepper wings and a catfish with fries to go. Worth the visit. It was ordered and made fresh. Service is excellent they were quick and friendly. The ambiance was very southern New Orlene's feel. Everything was clean and kept up well. They were steady busy customers kept coming in. read more

This place is popping on our visit. The parking lot was full & and the line was long. The only slightly confusing thing & maybe it's because they were so busy on our visit but it was difficult to distinguish where the end and the front of the line was. We ordered the seafood platter which stated it was enough for two adults. It came with two pieces for f fried catfish, shrimp, oysters & fries. We ordered plenty of sides too. Fried okra, greens, Mac & cheese, banana pudding & cobbler. While we were sitting & waiting for food, the owner went around & spoke to everyone. I loved that he came out to acknowledge the long wait & speak to his customers. He was so friendly & we had a great conversation with him. Our food came out hot & fresh. I have to say I really enjoyed their Mac& cheese here. It was flavorful & cheesy but not greasy at all. Most restaurants Mac & cheese just don't actually hit for me anymore & they most definitely do theirs right here. And the greens are absolutely cooked & seasoned to perfection. The greens are tender & infused with smoked meat. The fried okra was crispy & fried perfectly. The banana pudding was alright. Nothing to write home about. And the peach cobbler was good as well. The seafood platter was very well seasoned. The fish was fresh & fried a little hard. The shrimp was plump & juicy with a very nice batter. We ended up getting more catfish & the second time around it came out piping hot & the fish was crispy on the outside & nice & moist on the inside. Perfect! If we were in the area, I'd definitely come back. They are pretty well known for their turkey legs too. I saw a lot of people ordering them & I need to come back to try. But be sure to not park in the parking lot for the businesses next door. They will come out and say something to you. read more

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This was a random quick stop and the people were so fun and the food was great. The ambiance had great jazz music, very casual (no ac) but the breeze was nice and plenty of parking. read more

The app doesn't work and an hour before they open they can't answer the phone so you can tell them that the app doesn't work

Feels like home... Hot Fish House offers a welcoming and inviting atmosphere that's reminiscent of a classic East Coast eatery. While it may not have the modern, overly themed decor of some trendy restaurants, its simplicity is part of its charm. The clean and well-maintained space feels relaxed and comfortable, making it perfect for a casual meal with friends or family. There service won't let you down. I found the staff to be helpful as well as a pleasure to talk to. My food even came out relatively quick. Especially for fast food. The star of the show at Hot Fish House is undoubtedly the soul food. I ordered the catfish with greens and mac and cheese, and I was not disappointed. The catfish was cooked to perfection, with a crispy exterior and flaky interior. The greens were rich and flavorful, and the mac and cheese was creamy and indulgent. My friend's turkey leg was equally impressive, with tender meat and a delicious seasoning. Overall Impression: Hot Fish House is a hidden gem that offers authentic soul food in a welcoming and comfortable setting. Whether you're a local or just visiting the area, I highly recommend giving this restaurant a try. You won't be disappointed. In my opopinion, some of the best and well rounded soul food in the area! read more

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Been driving by for a while. Doesn't blow you away with a flashy exterior but they make up for it with the food. We had the turkey legs and they were a revelation. Who knew they could be that delicious. I'm coming back for the catfish which is their signature dish. read more

Great service from the greeting to the have a nice day! Food was excellent! Catfish flakey, fried oysters full of flavor & crispy, shrimp plump, smoked turkey full of flavor and perfect texture that melts in your mouth! Mac & Cheese gooey cheesey delicious. Great soulful music playing and sports on the screens! Feels like a family get together! Definitely one of my favorite places! read more

OK, the food was absolutely amazing and so was the customer service and the ambience I do have to tell you it was really weird to me that they didn't have malt vinegar for fish and chips. I highly suggest that they get some not everybody likes just charter sauce and hot sauce, but besides that the food was amazing I do not say amazing often the ambience was super cute. I loved the catfish. I love the collard greens. I was not feeling the alcoholic slushy drink obviously you didn't taste any alcohol and for $10. It would've been nice. I did not like the mac & cheese. It was not cheesy enough for me. I will definitely be back to try them again. I would highly suggest the catfish in the collard greens any day I would say stay away from the alcoholic slushy for $10. You taste zero alcohol so you could go to 7-Eleven and get a two dollar Slurpee if you like a super cheesy mac & cheese you're not gonna get it here or I didn't get it this day, but I'm definitely willing and going to come back and try other things on the menu. This location was easy to find it had good parking availability in their private lot and the customer service was above and beyond. Oh yes, as for prices, I'm gonna say prices are average for a soul. Food restaurant don't come here and think you're gonna get something less than 20 bucks But definitely not complaining about the prices. I felt it was average and well deserved for the quality of food except for that slushy drink. read more

Hot Fish House - Southern Near Me - Lakewood, Washington

First let me say that I support this restaurant and I've ordered before with no issues but today 3/12/26 I stopped by to grab dinner on my way home to Lacey just to be disappointed when I got home. I ordered the shrimp & grits and the bbq flats/drumettes. I've ordered their shrimp and grits before and I tore it up. My order today was sloppy, salty and was nothing like the last time. I wasted my money on this. I can't eat that. Where is the guy that was in the kitchen when y'all first opened? read more

Great, friendly customer service I was on my way back to Portland and happened to find this spot on Yelp, just a couple minutes off the freeway, which was convenient. It had that neighborhood fish spot feel. I ordered the catfish and shrimp, and both were really good. The seasoning was balanced, it didn't overpower the fish, and the fish didn't get lost either. I tried it with hot sauce, tartar sauce, and cocktail sauce, but honestly, it was just as good on its own. Definitely a spot I'll come back to. If you're in the area, it's worth stopping by and checking it out. read more

I met Family today at Hot Fish House! Everyone was great! When the owner comes out and has a conversation with you, that's southern hospitality at its finest! The food was like being at home! Great flavors in the fried catfish and shrimp poboy! That hot sauce hits just right and mmmmmmhmmmm make you want to come back for more! Sadly I live 3 hours away, I will make it point to drive back over just to experience the Family, food, and atmosphere!! It was great to meet you all! Oklahoma Dave, the army vet from Wenatchee!! read more

Hot Fish House - Fried catfish and a Shrimp Poboy!!!! - Southern Near Me - Lakewood, Washington

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Our first time here. My friend recommended to check this place out. I'm glad he did, we ordered the $40 platter & loved it. Koolaid was on the sweet side but that's okay. Our waitress was Hana (I hope I spell & remember name right) I'm horrible with names lol. She was awesome !!! I will definitely be back cuz I am after the stuffed Turkey legs. read more

Food and drink DO NOT disappoint! The area is tastfuly decorated with various art, lots of seating! Walked in not long after opening to a very warm welcome and were able to order pretty quickly (we needed to look over the menu). A few menu items were not available (I understand due to what happening in the economy). Wait time was short for our to go order. You can certainly tell how much love is put into thier food! Fresh and flavorful! We took our food to go since we wanted to get home and my husband couldn't wait after seeing the catfish! He devoured his most of his meal before we left the lot! He originally wanted to go to another spot but myself and our eldest wanted to try Hot Fish House. He said loves catfish again after eating and wants to come back! I got the smoked turkey leg and 3 sides. Everything was beautifuly flavored! The toddler and the teen thoroughly enjoyed their meals too! Iced tea was not overly sweet and my only regret was not trying one of thier other variety of drinks available. As we are waiting for our food, there was a handful of people right on behind us putting their orders in. That's how you know the foods good! I'm sure this is a hot spot on the weekends! Thank you for making us feel welcomed! We will be back! read more

I'm just checking in to let yall know it's still tasty! Everything was just as good the 5th time as it was the first. Unmatched consistency!! read more

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Hot fish house had the best and the freshest catfish that I have had in thirty years.And their collard greens o my you just makes you wanna marry the woman who made them. read more

Excellent service, great food, interacted with multiple customers. Fabulous place. Can't recommend this place more

Very tasty! I enjoyed the great singing voice of the waitress who served good food, welcomed customers, as she sang with seemingly total delight! read more

Came to Lakewood for a girl basketball game. Always got to stop by food is great. Price is fair. And the service is top notch. Make sure to order the stuffed turkey leg. You welcome on that one. read more

Food was bland. I wanted to like and support it but I just can't. Maybe I'll give them another shot in the future.

The 4pc catfish and fries was hot and tasty, and healthy portions for the price. The hospitality was top tier and the vibe was real chill. I will be back with more of my friends. read more

Brought my friends who are visiting from out of town because I had to share the amazing food, staff, service, and vibe. Love the old skool music too. If you're ever in Lakewood, you've gotta stop by for some authentic southern comfort food! read more

Hot Fish House - Enough for 2 days, or 2 people! Triple Stuff Smoke Turkey Leg - Southern Near Me - Lakewood, Washington

Service: Friendly and inviting staff! That's the one of things that stood out to me, greetings when I came in through the door, and goodbyes as I left. Ambiance: I absolutely love the vibe inside! Checkered floors and red metal tables really brings you to a different feel once you step indoors. Food: This is what I've been waiting for. I used to live in Lakewood and first saw this business pop up and have meaning to for a while now. I am so glad I did, I panic ordered but it was well worth it lol! That turkey leg is so succulent and tender, it's just right off the bones. Not going to lie I slurped the cornbread up with that turkey juice. The fried catfish... Oh my god, the breading, that crunch! The seasoning! It still retained all that good funk from that catfish but just added to the complexity. Serve it with the house hot sauce and tartar sauce and you'll be in heaven. My stomach is bulging and I didn't even begin to make a dent in my meal. Come check them out, they are open!! read more

Hot Fish House - Southern Near Me - Lakewood, Washington

Was able to go back this weekend and they did not disappoint! The food is just so good and the gentleman that was working was so awesome! They were busy and short handed and it was still so great! Thank you!!! read more

So utterly disappointing. I hate to give small businesses a bad review but so so disappointed. I have the smoked turkey, my wife had the cottage chips, and my parents had the cod and chips as well. Every single one of us were disappointed with our food. Let's start with the positives, the service was nice, the location is feasible and the turkey was not horrible. The turkey was about a 6 1/2 out of 10, did fall off the bone and did have smoked flavored, but it did not appear to actually be smoked . The cod was downright disgraceful. 0 seasoning, it tasted as if the card has been frozen for months and I do expect that, being that it is not advertised that it's fresh. I would give it a three out of 10. The best thing on the menu was the lemonade. I was super excited to try this place as it seemed to be a soul food spot and now it's just been a confirmation of a restaurant that I will not be returning to. The waitresses were very friendly, and service was nice. Final rating: Turkey -6.5/10 COD- 3.2/10 Overall visit- 5/10 Cornbread- 8/10 :( read more