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    Luella's Southern Kitchen

    4.1 (1.1k reviews)
    Closed 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    LUELLA'S SOUTHERN KITCHEN ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Savanna M.

    Such a cute little spot! If you didnt go looking for it you might pass it up, but either way they must be popular because we arrived shortly after opening and they were already almost sold out of a few options! Upon arrival you take a look at the menu, order at the register and then seat yourself. The food came out quickly but fresh! I was blown away at the size and taste of the pancakes I would order again and again! The Mac was made to perfection, the bacon was caramelized and the hashbrowns were different, I think they were deep fried? Everything was a 10/10!!

    Beignets
    Sheyenne H.

    Excited to try Luella's! About time since they've been in the neighborhood. Crab-stuffed shrimp and grits are fine, a little gritty but what do I expect lol. The collared greens have some meat on it so it's not vegetarian in case people are curious. The beignets were different than what I expected them to be: larger, more doughy, seems that there is cornmeal in it and maybe coconut? Not sure. All of them are still delicious. Compostible box packaging except for the collared greens. Prices in Yelp are outdated.

    Shrimp and Grits Braised Collard Greens
    Laquanda ..

    So this was my first time trying Luella southern kitchen and I must say I enjoyed my experience. A friend and I decided to meet up for lunch after work and I ordered the chicken and waffles with mac & cheese and she got shrimp and grits with collard greens. I will say I wasn't the biggest fan of the waffle. I prefer a lighter waffle, and this one was a bit dense. The chicken was pretty tasty. It was very crispy which I don't mind. And well flavored. The mac & cheese was also pretty good but as a southerner (Alabama born) my standards are a little bit higher for mac & cheese. But I wasn't disappointed in the experience. My friend said her shrimp and grits were really tasty and they were very plentiful with the portion of seafood included. The grits were extremely creamy and very flavorful and it gave her a New Orleans vibe. She also really enjoyed her collard greens. Overall, the service was really good. You do have to order immediately upon entering and then finding a seat, but our staff was really pleasant and have beautiful smiles. I loved the oldies that were playing on the record player. I thought that just gave it a beautiful vibe and nice environment. I would definitely recommend having a nice Saturday or Sunday brunch here.

    Hash brown, chicken and waffles, and biscuit and gravy
    Kim N.

    This is my first time trying southern food and 10/10 experience!!!! This place was packed when we came so the food came out a bit slow, and I felt so bad for the workers... they kept checking in on us and apologizing for the long wait time. The wait time was so worth it! My favorite was the biscuit and gravy and I will be thinking about it for a while

    Regular chicken wand waffle
    Tigui D.

    Went back again today and tried different foods... so so delicious! We tried the Nashville hot chicken and waffles, cooked to perfection! Next, the hash browns, honestly the best hash browns I've had- crispy on the outside and soft on the inside full of flavor; a must try! Next the collard greens, tasty but it didn't stand out to me! Finally, the beignets made to order came out hot, it was so good, spongy and light. Josephine was one of our servers, she's the best so attentive and really took care of us! Everyone who worked there was kind and they all seemed like they liked working there!

    Chicken and Waffles
    Insia Z.

    Wow this place SLAPS. The best recovery brunch of my life, the chicken and waffles (both Nashville and original flavors) are crispy, moist and delicious. Really nicely paired with the waffles. Good beignets but not my fave in the city (a lil more dense than my preference). Pretty good cream cheese grits (but I think I'm a cheddar girl). Amazing service, they made room for us so we didn't have to wait 1 hour. Perfect New Years Day brunch to kick off the year. Very cute vibes inside, diverse, what's not to like

    Skillet Cornbread with Honey Butter  Buttermilk Fried Chicken
    Briana L.

    One last meal at Luella's before they move locations! You can never go wrong with their buttermilk fried chicken, which includes half a full chicken and collard greens. I always treat myself to a skillet cornbread and it is totally worth the wait! Quick and easy to order. You can find seating when it's not peak hours, but still very busy until the end.

    Beignets
    Paula W.

    Visited the new location on Kedzie today. Parking was easy and though the restaurant was a bit crowded finding seats was easy. I ordered at the front and took a seat to wait for my food. After about 30 minutes I got my chicken, French toast , mac& cheese and for dessert beignets. The chicken was fried perfectly, the French toast was thick and the gingerbread topping added a nice sweetness and crunch, my mac and cheese was good and the beignets were delightful!. It took a little time to get the food but when it arrived it was really good.

    Brown Sugar Bacon and Hash Brown
    Christina W.

    Food was delicious, service was excellent and everyone was inviting, friendly and professional.

    Chicken and Waffles
    Danielle M.

    This menu is simple! The space is simple! The FOOD is unforgettable! The FOOD is outstanding! It's packed with flavor! It's fresh and more than enough! I had plenty of leftovers! We tried the shrimp & grits, that shrimp was juicy and tasty! The chicken and waffles, delicious and packed with flavor! The French Toast was raspberry and amazing, soft and fluffy with crispy edges. Service, you order up front, then go find a seat and wait for your food to be served. Owner came out and spoke with a few guest, including us, he was nice and friendly. Other staff were attentive and friendly as well. We will be back! It's small and was packed quickly after opening.

    short ribs
    Nazia C.

    I came in on a late Saturday morning by myself. The host did tell me that there was a wait for a table but I was able to snag the last open seat at the bar. What the host did not warn me about is the long wait for the food, too. Because I sat at the bar, I ordered and paid with the host. I then sat down and since I had an electronic copy of my receipt, I calculated that it was 52 minutes from the moment I paid to the moment my food arrived. Nearly an hour! And I was by myself! I might not have gone if I knew there would be such a long wait. The hash brown was crispy and flavorful but greasy. The short rib benedict was okay.

    The bar in the restaurant
    Marie L.

    The food was excellent! I hated "savory" grits, but this place made me a fan! OMG! I cannot emphasize how good they were with the added seafood (hint more than shrimp)! The fried chicken and waffles was finger licking! Thanks guys for the Tennessee sauce (hot)! The ambivalence with the oldies on records combined withe a the hospitality made this a favorite spot for us! On you travels visit people!

    Nashville Hot Chicken and Waffles
    Isany M.

    First spot I tried when I landed in Chicago, and it didn't disappoint! The chicken and waffles were fire. The chicken was HUGE and worth every penny. The waffle, though, was a bit soft and the flavor wasn't mind-blowing. I personally prefer a crispier, more flavorful waffle. The service was friendly, and we were greeted as soon as we walked in. The ambiance has a cozy, homey feel that makes you comfortable right away. Overall, a great experience!

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    Ask the Community - Luella's Southern Kitchen

    Do they have gluten free options?

    Grits are gluten free!

    Can someone tell me what's going on with Luella's? I tried to order last Wednesday and they were closed, no one picks up the phone and their voicemail is full. Tried placing an Uber-eats order in advance today and have no idea if we'll get our food!

    They are very much open and bustling! Sometimes they close for much needed r and r for the staff and family. Check out their popcorn too!

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    Dolce Arte - I have had their pastries many times (the BEST in neighborhood), only  2nd time having reg food.

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