Always happy to have a new restaurant in our little town so when I saw on FB that Tae's had opened…read morein town we had to check it out. The building has no signage on the exterior so we almost missed it. It is a very cute building. The food was good. It was good soul food. I really liked the pasta salad and the collards. We tried the chicken and fish and it was all very good. The wait staff was extremely friendly and made sure we had everything we needed. We look forward to going back. They are open for breakfast too and menu looked delish.

friendly service my Potato Salad was pretty good but the fried chicken was a miss Not sure what…read morehappened that day but was not seasoned and chicken look like it was cook in old grease

This place is a gem! Tucked away in Middlesex was this AMAZING restaurant and carryout. I was…read morewelcomed as I walked in. Placed my order and waited as they cookoled each meal to order. I was able to speak with a few of the employees who were quite pleasant and full of jokes and life. My smothered porkchop was cooked to perfection and tender beyond measure. So was the beef liver and onions. This whole mean reminded me of Sundays after church at my grandmothers. I will definitely be back...probably this week! Lol

This sneaky little hole in the wall is incredibly non-descriptive from the outside. Unfortunately…read morethat's a green flag for me as it translates into all the effort being placed into the food rather than aesthetics After pestering my SO for nearly 2 years to try this spot, we finally did on 7/5/2025 and great gobs of goose shat if it wasn't one of the best burgers I have eaten in years. If you're someone who wants ambiance and decor, this isn't it. Do you want food made with love? This is your spot. Being 1st time callers and long time listeners, played it safe by ordering a burger. My thoughts are, if a burger isn't done well nothing else would be. Their dressed cheeseburgers have chili and onions on them. Want your's differently? I am certain you will be accommodated. Ours were delicious, clearly hand made and the fries were perfect. The Gentleman at the counter took the order, we seated ourselves. No frills, no pretentious demure; We were welcomed as if we were old friends walking into their kitchen at home. TV on, other patrons enjoying their meals. Was a treat to have the owner/cook(?)'s grandaughter pop in and listen to their banter. She was supposed to be home for July 4 but ate "bad McDonalds" and was sick If my fam had a place like this no doubt McDonald's would tear up my guts more than it already does! It was adorable. She was adorable. He was adorable. Loads of love between those walls and it reflects in the food served. Don't quote me on this but I think we were loved, fed very, very well and out the door for under $22. The only complaint I have is, I wanna go back Would probably be cheaper to eat here and support local every night than to cook at home! Loved it, will be back and strongly recommend.

My supervisor ordered a few entrees from here…read more So we got to try the wings and the pork chops The yams and the green beans The wings were tasty and not too dry the pork chop was a little overcooked it may have been prepared ahead of time and just reheated for our meal. The yams were delicious the green beans are a little salty for my liking I love the decorative selfie wall and the location It is right across from the Nansemond Brewery which serves amazing beers but does not have a regular food menu. Having a southern food spot within walking did is a blessing The staff seemed very nice and on point Hoping this becomes a staple for Main Street So far so good

Updated menu! Updated pricing! Still reasonable but more in line with inflation. No daily specials.read more

My husband and I got dinner to take to our hotel. I've lived in the South for decades, and never…read morehad such delicious fried chicken! It was crunchy, seasoned perfectly, and every piece was juicy-even the ones we kept for a picnic lunch the next day! The people were so kind. We give them the highest rating we can, and next time we're in the area we will be back.

Traveling through and decided to stop for lunch. So glad we did! We ordered the bbq sandwich, dark…read moremeat chicken, okra, shrimp sandwich, and chili cheese fries. Everything was excellent. Honestly, they should get chicken skin by the bag, coat it with their seasoning blend, fry 'em up, and sell 'em like chips. H&L Restaurant (the current name) is a hidden gem and we'll be sure to come by again the next time we're in the area. Thank your for a lovely meal! My

Food: Mediocre Service: Poor…read moreAmbiance: Poor 5.5/10 Not the worst buffet I have been to but I will not be coming back until improvement is made.

Went to this restaurant on Easter Sunday (waited in line to go in, which is a good sign because…read moreain't nobody waiting for bad food). When I came in the manager/owner and workers were praying (praise God)! The place was very sanitary, there was hand sanitizer placed conveniently and gloves to wear for getting the food (I know that's right)! The food tasted like 50 grandmas were cooking in the kitchen!! The manager was thankful for everyone who was there and shared that with everyone (made an announcement)! I'm loving Cooper's Restaurant & Lounge and can't wait to come back

I don't like summer collards. Like my granddaddy, I prefer them after the winter frost has taken a…read morelick at them. Even so, I enjoyed a tasty plate of collards right here at the beginning of July on Friday. I did doctor them up with a generous application of Texas Pete...vinegar + heat. Makes perfect sense if you like it spicy! The plate also had potato salad and ham, with 2 expertly made 1/2 & 1/2 iced teas. If you like collards and you like potato salad and you like ham...then get your rear in gear on some Friday and order up a plate of southern soul food at its best! Did I mention the hush puppies? No? It's cause I ate them all! Don't even need butter! I'm no fan of the corn sticks tho, but I don't like those from anywhere. Can't wait for the first frost later this year! King Chicken offers down home old school friendly no frills service, and while it's not an eat-in restaurant, I don't mind snagging a plate and heading back to the house to give thanks and partake.

Made the drive to Washington to try this famous local spot - the building itself is pretty rundown,…read moreparking spots a bit limited. You order at the window and wait to hear your name hollered. The young lady that placed our order was not friendly. Period. Borderline rude and made it pretty clear she didn't want to be at work. Onto the food - the fried chicken was good, the corn nuggets very yummy. Didn't care for the potato salad. The yellow cake with chocolate frosting was average, didn't finish it. Not sure we'd eat here again.

First time and definitely won't be last time. I ordered a seafood platter that consisted of Fried…read moreCatfish, crab cakes, and shrimp. Everything was soooo tasty and had that fresh seafood taste. My sides were collard greens and the Mac and cheese was very tasty! Awesome experience, definitely look forward to going to the restaurant as I ordered three DoorDash!!!!

Everything was amazing. Sorry no pictures but we had the fried fish and the smothered pork chops…read morewith yams and cabbage. The customer service was the icing on the cake. This spot is definitely a come back to!!

My first visit was an outstanding experience, not only because of the food but because of the level…read moreof care and professionalism shown by the owner and staff. In a time when genuine customer service can be hard to find, this business went above and beyond in a way that truly impressed me. The owner was kind, and personally invested in making sure customers have a great experience. As a Black woman-owned business, she exemplifies excellence, integrity, and hospitality. It is clear that customer satisfaction is part of the culture of this establishment. I will definitely return and gladly recommend this restaurant to family, friends, and anyone looking to support a business that truly values its customers.

the food is hot and great! the portions are wonderful. i was…read moreable to take some home. the owner made some slamming beans and let us taste them! i am definitely going back and tell my friends about my experience! the hospitality and service was top quality! thank you chef rainy and staff! my overall rating is a 10!!!!

Literally there is nothing I cannot say about this place. Hands down the BEST and most moist and…read moretender and delicious pork eastern NC bbq I've ever had. The bus puppies can literally be a dish alone, the greens are just like my Pappy & GrannyB used to make them. We drive from outside of Richmond, VA at least 4 times a year to just let the delicious vinegar soaked pork melt in our mouths. And we're always taking several containers of pork and sides home with us. My Pappy grew up around here and I first had Ralph's at a family thing a few years after my GrannyB passed (my Pappy had been gone like 15+ years). My husband and I literally found out where my great aunts had the food catered from and we called in an order to go before we got back on 95 to head home. We've turned several family into Ralph's since. If the BBQ makes your tongue jump up and slap your brains loose.... That shit hits and you have to get more...

Ordered takeout last Sunday night and to say I was disappointed was an understatement. The place…read moreseemed busy upon arrival so I had high hopes. Unfortunately, the BBQ was so terrible and dry it was actually inedible. It almost seemed like the platter was leftover from yesterday. I really wanted to support a local business but I cannot recommend this place to anyone :(

What better than to be surrounded by quotes and eat great food. Such a novel idea (pun intended)…read morefor a restaurant. The entire place has quotes posted all over. My obsession with quotes started in high school where I would scribble them all over my notebooks and folders. So in honor of my bday weekend, my inner teen got a gift too. Additionally there are cute cards on the table with riddles/ conversation starters and court cases that the table can discuss and try and guess the ruling. The food. Admittedly, we came here for the quotes and the apple nachos so I can't speak much to the food other than we split some fried ravioli, a rack of ribs and a side of mac & cheese that were absolutely delightful. As for those apple nachos, they almost hit the perfect mark and could've done so with a drizzle of caramel. Our waiter was eager to accommodate us and grab us some caramel, but we told him never mind just a suggestion to the Chef. The ribs were cooked perfectly fall off the bone with not too much sauce and that mac & cheese was divine. Service was on point, food delicious, and ambience - perfection. Highly recommend, especially if you're vacationing in Williamsburg it is a unique treat that you won't find anywhere else.

Love the theme. There are meaningful sayings everywhere. I took a picture of one to send to my…read moregrandson and another for my screensaver. The vibe is upscale diner. Our server , Eric, was super friendly and helpful with the menu. Food came out really fast. Stuffed mushrooms were the bomb. Not only was the ribs delicious but the meat fell off the bone. The crab grilled cheese sandwich was awesome. The shrimp chowder was okay. What turned this review from 4 to 5 was the bread pudding. To die for. Right amount of sweetness and topped with ice cream. The beer flight of local beers was fun.