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Jordyn's Soul Cafe

3.4 (153 reviews)
Closed 5:00 pm - 12:00 am (Next day)
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Kayla W.

Made a reservation for a Thursday evening to have dinner with my godsister here at Jordyn's. There was no wait to be seated. The host asked upfront if plastic utensils were okay for me to use. It was fine. I was thinking that depending on what I would get it would probably not be fine (if I chose steak as an entree the plastic utensils would probably not be good to use). Since happy hour was still going I decided to partake and chose a lemon drop. You can't go wrong with a lemon drop! Happy hour drinks are $10. When my godsister came she ordered a side car. Then when we were ready to order we end up finding out that they didn't have the smothered red snapper nor the turkey stuffed peppers. I settled on the jerk red snapper with broccolini and Mac and cheese. My god sister ordered the jerk hen with mac & cheese and yams. The food was solid. It was nice to have dinner here. Plus the way I was facing I got to watch the bachelorette and music videos. The way my godsister was facing she got to watch the Bernie Mac show. Just an FYI gratuity is added to groups of 2+ so there was a service fee of 20% on our bill.

Pot roast empanadas
Paula W.

We visited tonight around 6pm, quickly found parking and proceeded inside. Once inside we were greeted and asked if plastic was OK (there were plastic utensils and my lemonade came in a plastic cup with lid) We were seated and took a look at the menu. A while later our server arrived (the ONLY server for the entire restaurant on a Wednesday evening during happy hour!) We ordered catfish with yams and mac ,the fish was seasoned well and the sides were ok. Pot roast with mac and cheese and yams the pot roast was tender. Chicken fried rice and pot roast empanadas, the fried rice was a bit salty and dry but the empanadas were good and perfectly crispy. The food took quite a while to arrive but it was hot when bought to the table. The restaurant is small so I would suggest you make a reservation. The price point is a bit expensive for what you receive but if you wanna eat at restaurants you gotta pay the price.

Shizar H.

Food is really good but the service isn't. If you're looking for good soul food this is a nice option but the service made it seem like they were bothered we were there. Can't say I'll be back but worth a try if you're in the area

Short ribs
NiNi F.

Small restaurant, we didn't have reservations. Quite surprised they weren't crowded in a Fri evening. Perhaps the location. They have 9 booths with a couple bar seats. Each booth seats 4. We ordered oxtails with string beans and sweet potatoes. Short rib with dressing and mac and cheese. Fried green tomatoes and deviled eggs for appetizers. The deviled eggs were too sweet for me. Fried tomatoes were ok, came with a sauce that reminded me of a sweet gravy. The dressing and string beans came out cold. We had to send them back to be warmed up. Mac and cheese was good. Not the best but doable. The oxtails and short ribs were delectable. They charge $2 extra for EVERYTHING. If you want cranberry sauce, jerk sauce, anything it's $2.

MAC and cheese sweet potatoes with pot roast
Lolita S.

I recently visited this Black-owned soul food spot and wanted to give a fair and honest review--especially as someone who considers themselves a serious soul food critic. Benn eating it all my life. This place is pricey but not unreasonable. Let's start with the fried green tomatoes: delicious! They came out crispy, flavorful, and were a great start to the meal (though oddly, no plates were brought out with them--even after I asked). Still, no biggie--they were good enough to overlook that. I ordered the pot roast with macaroni and cheese and sweet potatoes as sides. The pot roast was seasoned well but a bit too salty and not as tender as I would have liked. Not bad, just not great. The mac & cheese hit the spot--creamy, cheesy, and comforting. The yams were a little too sweet for my palate, but I could tell they were made with love. Now let's talk ambiance--it's a darker, more intimate space with loud, energetic vibes. Not the place for quiet conversation, but great if you enjoy a lively atmosphere. I did notice some patrons sending their food back because it wasn't hot, which is never ideal and definitely adds to food waste concerns. But let me tell you about Chris the waiter--he was the highlight! Super attentive, friendly, and somehow managed to keep a warm smile while juggling the entire room. A true gem and definitely a reason to return. One thing to note: they tack on a 20% gratuity automatically. I'm usually not a fan of that, but if it goes to servers like Chris, I'm all for it and won't argue against it-Also, when you get your to-utensils , be ready for the "plastic or silver?" question--I say just hand over the utensils and keep it moving. It doesn't need to be that serious. Felt like I was charged for dishes if I dine in and need reservations please give me silverware PLEASE DO NOT ASK Lastly, the drink I had was fantastic--strong, BUT not too strong well-balanced, and definitely a high point. All in all, it's a solid experience, especially if you're supporting local Black-owned businesses. They take reservations, and while there are a few quirks to iron out, it's worth checking out. I'd be wondering if I'd go again-- but soul food is one of those things or foods that's just hard to judge because nobody makes it like your momma and everything on the menu we got at home but definitely support this one it's worth a try!!!!!

Deviled Eggs
Lacretia N.

My friends and I enjoyed ourselves to the fullest. The food, service and the ambiance was top notch. Our host Star was gracious and attentive very professional as well as the other staff. We couldn't have asked for better service from the beginning to the end. I'll be bringing other friends and family to this location. I wouldn't recommend the Hyde Park location despite the parking the attitudes are horrendous trust me.

Catfish, greens and Mac and cheese
Adria H.

I'm going to preface my review saying that during our visit for dinner to the restaurant this evening, the host did inform us right away that despite the fact that they have a fully stocked bar in plain sight, they do not yet have their liquor license and so are not serving alcohol yet. They allow customers to byob but then charge 25% fee to drink it in the restaurant. We came to dine at 6:30 on a Wednesday, the place was not packed. It wasn't empty at all, but there were open tables. The host said we could not be seated until our entire party (of 3) arrived. Not a fan of that policy when your restaurant is not poppin with a line around the corner. We were taken to a dark corner they said is the waiting area, away from the main entrance so we couldn't see when our other party member arrived unless we stood facing the door. We were seated, at the same empty table that was there when we first arrived, and were greeted by our server who was friendly and attentive. He made recommendations for us and checked in on us throughout our time. His service was great. We started off with the jerk chicken tacos. The jerk chicken was well seasoned and had a nice jerk kick, but not served with any jerk sauce which I tend to prefer. The tacos were topped with shredded cheese, onions, a little cilantro and a sweet and slightly spicy sauce on the side. I wished there was a slaw or some sort of refreshing topping instead to offset the kick of the jerk chicken, but they were ok. For my meal I ordered the catfish with Mac & cheese and mashed potatoes. The catfish fillets were a good size, props to them on that because many restaurants skim on the fillets. However, the catfish dinner with 2 sides is $32, so for that price for catfish, they should be substantial! That's very high for catfish and two small sides. Unfortunately, the first fillet I ate was fine, but the second fillet was inedible- way over salted/over seasoned. The Mac was pretty good, very creamy. Better than other soul food Mac that I've had. The mashed potatoes were not memorable. My friend had the lamb chops, she said they were very good. Not cooked medium, but nonetheless good. She had the cabbage and Mac and cheese sides; she did not like the Mac but the cabbage was very good and tender (I tasted it too). My daughter had the catfish also, hers was also over seasoned so she only picked at it. She got the Mac and greens as her sides. The greens were not seasoned at all but had plenty of turkey in them. They did not have sprite, and did not have desserts because their person was out sick. Unfortunate. The prices are high. I'm including pictures of their "planned" drink menu, these are club prices. And the entrees are definitely high for this establishment. There's nothing elevated about the eating experience that warrants these high prices, so that feels like a misalignment. I will also say the Host needs some work on being welcoming and not paying extra attention only to the male customers who are dining in. I hoped for more but unfortunately my experience was not overwhelming. Don't think I'd return given the fact that the food was not amazing, and the prices are very high for an underwhelming meal.

Fried Green Tomatoes
Gino W.

This restaurant lands in my Top 10 in Chicago. I have a few friends who were visiting Chicago and wanted the locals experience. Jordyn's Soul Cafe was one of the restaurants I had on the list for outings and there was no disappointment at all. The cocktails that we ordered were of the "if I were to mix this at home" variety. They were not heavy-handed with alcohol and they weren't watered down. Goldilocks would have approved. We started with fried green tomatoes, fried okra, and deviled eggs. Whatever dipping sauce came with the tomatoes was a very good option. We also used it for dipping the fried okra. With all of us being from the South, we totally approved of the deviled eggs. As to the entrees, here is where it became obvious that the chef does not play. Plates that came to the table were lamb chops with macaroni and cheese and broccolini; salmon with sweet potatoes and string beans with potatoes; chicken lasagna; and catfish with spaghetti and greens. Yes, it took awhile for the entrees to come to the table, but that was assurance that nothing was microwaved and rushed to us immediately after our orders were taken. When we arrived, the hostess informed us that the kitchen was behind and that there was going to be a wait before we were seated. I appreciate that kind of up-front acknowledgement, which meant that we adjusted our expectations accordingly. Nevertheless, Jordyn's exceeded our expectations once we sat and got started.

Catfish Dinner
Ryan H.

The food is 5 STARS but overall the entire dining experience was not Great! The food is seasoned to perfection and beautifully golden brown fried catfish. We made a reservation and came early still didn't get seated until 44minutes after our reservation time. We didn't receive our food for an additional 61 minutes after ordering. Our appetizers came out with our meals. Why would we stay because we were invested after waiting all that time and hungry. There were so many people waiting and it was very hot humid in the restaurant. The ceiling fans were not on and they were covered in dust. One of the food runners recommended special sauce for my mom's okra. I asked what's in it he would tell me just it's special. I tried one bite my tongue started to feel weird. I asked the server she didn't want to tell me either and I told her my allergies. Then she told me there is pineapple in the sauce guess we should tell people. Luckily I did not have more than one bite. The food was really over priced $106 for (4) catfish fillets, (4) small sides, and (1) side of okra with special sauce. 20% Gratuity automatically added and then the server had the nerve to ask for additional tip...it says 90 minute seating but we were waiting longer than 90minutes.

Oxtail and Grits

The food was good. I had the oxtail and grits, the oxtail were very tender. The restaurant in total had a very nice seating selection. Kinda on the smaller side but very nice vibe for the culture.

Shrimp Alfredo
Marie F.

Jordyn's Soul Cafe was recommended by the mister. I had to try it out. When I walked in I was greeted. The ambiance was great. It felt like a place you would see on social media with the cool backdrop to take pictures. They do accept dinning in as well as take out. I had the Shrimp Alfredo, Spaghetti, Fried Chicken Special with Green Beans and Dressing and Soul Rolls. The Shrimp Alfredo was very good. The Fried Chicken was seasoned to perfection. I enjoyed all the sides except for the spaghetti it just was not for me. I've had Soul Rolls before, but these were different. I really enjoyed the soul rolls as they gave me an opportunity to try a different side as well. Overall, I think the food was very good for what I got. The mister has gotten some different items and has enjoyed them. I do think it is a little pricey for what you get but overall the taste was there.

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Raimundo H.

Mixed review for this location. The food tasted great, came out hot and portions were reasonable. The location itself has a chill ambiance and great for a casual brunch. The service was sketchy. The host was tending to incoming customers, serving drinks and cleaning tables without a smile. The bartender kept leaving the bar to serve drinks, while our server seemed to overlook our drink order. I eventually cancelled my drink. I prefer to have my drink prior to receiving my food. When my wife got her's it was watered down. There is a 20% gratuity added to the total bill, which is partly why I cancelled my drink order. Overall I would come back for those Soul Rolls and Pot Roast Empanadas as a take out option. The catfish was also tasty.

Oxtails
Shanika H.

Took a girls trip to Chicago and Jordyn's did not disappoint. The oxtails were top tier and the cocktails were tasty. Definitely a must when you're in Chicago! Located in a cute little neighborhood with a few other shops surrounding it. Definitely on the smaller side. Recommend making a reservation.

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I want to start by saying this restaurant is SO GOOD! The service was good, and I really liked the…read morebar tender. I sat at the bar. The restaurant is decorated beautifully. It's very clean and modern. The food was amazing. I started off with a peach lemonade/tea drink that was very good. I cannot remember the name, but it was spirit free. Next, I got the collard green dip. This is a must try when you go. Its so cheesy and delicious. It was perfectly seasoned. For my entre, I got the smother pork chops. OMG I did not expect that food to be so good. IDK what they seasoned that gravy with, but it was fire. The porkchops were delicious, and I loved the seasoned rice that it came with. My only complaint was that the kitchen moved very slowly on the night that I went. It took forever for my food to come out; however, I will say the taste of the food made up for the how long it took to come out.

I was very excited to come to this restaurant. I made a reservation for a earlier time but was…read moreunaware that they offered happy hour. Front of the house staff was very nice and kind and I was seated right away. However once we ordered the wait time was so bad that my cousin had finished her appetizer and we waited an additional 30 minutes for my collard green dip which was very good by the way. Everything was served one at a time with long wait times in between. By the time I received my entree I was full. I took a few bites of the Chicken and Fish and everything else I took home. Literally as soon as happy hour was over everyone around us started receiving their food very fast. The food was ok a little salty (batter from the chicken, fish and tomatoes). In addition your staff Karen was not so kind and very forgetful of what we asked for. I know she seemed overwhelmed for the area that she had. Our sentiments were shared with the manager but that was it. The owner came by to check in but she just breezed by. I'm not sure that told her of our complaint but as fast as she went by asking was everything ok I dont feel like she would have been open to what we had to say. Overall it was ok, A few suggestions...and yes I would return because maybe today was an off day and everyone deserves a chance to get it right, During Happy Hour everyone should get the same level of service, and if a different menu is offered it should be offered to everyone upon arrival. Nothing is perfect and we understand that and gave grace by waiting and being patient. But these are some easy fixes and I look forward to seeing that on my next visit!

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This was my first and last time dining at L Station, and unfortunately the experience was…read moredisappointing due to lack of communication around pricing and service details. As well as the restaurant had a noticeable dirty mop smell, which impacted the overall dining experience from the start. We were not informed that the chicken with catfish came with an additional upcharge until the bill arrived. That should have been clearly explained when ordering. We also spent a significant amount on mimosas and tried the recommended lemon drop martini tree, which ended up being overly sweet and not well-balanced in flavor. Overall, the service team did not take time to properly explain menu items, pricing changes, or recommendations, which led to confusion and an unexpected bill at the end of the meal. The cleanliness was lacking and unacceptable. The server did mentioned they were moving soon. The more transparent and attentive approach would greatly improve the customer experience.

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I discovered Soul & Smoke Avondale via Google after searching for good black-owned businesses to…read moresupport on Juneteenth. Soul & Smoke was one of six top black-owned spots to support. This women-led restaurant in Chicago is renowned for its mouthwatering barbecue, brisket, and soul food sides, making it the ideal spot for a meal on Juneteenth. Once I realized it was the closest to me and offered a plant-based option, I knew exactly where I wanted to order from. I ended up ordering the smokey joe sandwich (vegan sloppy joe sandwich), with a side of mac + cheese, and a sprecher soda. Whether I'm using Grubhub or Uber Eats, I love ordering online because it's so convenient. I also want to praise my delivery driver for arriving at a reasonable time with my order and meeting me right in front of my residence. Grateful to have had a smooth online ordering experience because the likelihood of me ordering online again is very high. As for my order, my first response after my first bite of the vegan sloppy joe was, "Mmm, that is good!" If you are a foodie like me, then you know what the next few minutes--or, better yet, seconds--consisted of. Yes, I pretty much devoured that vegan sloppy joe, leaving nothing behind but what was left on my fingertips. The last time I had a vegan sloppy Joe was a few years ago in celebration of my birthday, and trust me, it wasn't as good as this one at Soul & Smoke. It could easily be confused with real meat if you aren't aware that it is vegan. I saved the side order for last, which was that delicious-looking mac and cheese. Mmm... "Oh my God!" was my initial response after my first forkful, which was lightly seasoned with a delightful taste. I must say it was the perfect side for the vegan sloppy joe. After my last bites, I had the slightest grin on my face, and the only thing on my mind was that I will definitely have it again in the future. The sprecher soda - cherry cola was the perfect complement to my meal. Introduced to me by Soul & Smoke, I am so pleased with this award-winning craft soda from Milwaukee's oldest craft brewery that I will be on the lookout for it in the future. I would gladly order from Soul & Smoke Avondale again, whether online or whenever I am in the area. With that, I am happy to share my endorsement of it with you all here on Yelp. Ambiance: 4/5 | Service: 5/5 | Food: 5/5 ~ You Are Your Choices. ~ Thomas G

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Street parking. May have to wait as it doesn't appear to be a table time once you are finished with…read moreyour meal. I observed people leaving table groups and more people coming to the table to join the group. This experience was definitely better than my first time at their original location. My catfish and grits were delicious. Those grits were perfect as they were creamy and thicker. The catfish cooked perfectly and great size filets. The fried green tomatoes were a hit. Not overly breaded and a great flavor. The drinks were also good which had never changed. I believe it may have been a day where happy hour was the whole day so it appeared that the table drinks weren't being considered in a timely fashion compared to bar orders. I think I waited about an hour for my second drink. The waiter was kind, apologetic, and continued to check in along the way. He even showed us when he placed the order so we wouldn't think he was lying. The peach cobbler was also good but very sweet and peach heavy. I like peach cobbler but prefer the crust and just a little peach juice. There was a live DJ which played really good music. Definitely a vibe place with good options.

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I came here before the Bulls game and was dead set on the steak frites but it wasn't meant to be…read more I started out with the Casablanca (with no grapefruit) and ordered the steak frites medium rare with well done fries. The drink was refreshing and tasty but the meal is where things took a turn. The meat was a bit tough,fatty, had no flavor, and overall wasn't very good. The fries were perfect but I couldn't get with the steak and unfortunately, sent it back. I tried to do it medium but got the same result. I was hurt because everyone's pictures of this dish is what led me in here but they couldn't get it right! Maybe they were having an off night? I have to commend the staff as they were incredibly friendly and went out of their way to make sure everything was to my liking. While they couldn't nail the steaks, they excelled in customer service and care. I'll def make a return visit next time in the area.

The worst restaurant I've been to in Chicago!…read more Came here around 7 for dinner and there weren't many people. Everyone at my table ordered the steak frites and all the temps were wrong and steaks cooked unevenly. We also got the fried chicken app which was dry and the cheese curds, which ended up sticking together in a mush. Medium - well done, not even a bit of red. Medium rare - got rare one 2/3 of the steak. Medium rare - medium well on one half and medium the other half. But we accepted it since it was the closest to what was ordered. We told the server and he didn't listen to us right away and had to repeat several to him that the temp of two steaks were incorrect not just one and he walked away without acknowledgement. The manager came to check the steaks and apologized. When we got the new steak, the whole thing was rare and we had to send it back again to get it to medium rare. Our server didn't come by at all to check and make sure everything was good. We can tell he was purposely avoiding our table. Horrible service all around. Manager came around one time after the mishaps but took him about 20 min. Didn't comp us anything on the bill. Bad service, food and management all around.

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Jordyn's Soul Cafe - soulfood - Updated July 2026

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