My son picked this place. The place is very small, maybe four tables. It's really a one man…read moreoperation with some help to clear tables. Each meal is cooked by Shaun who is especially nice, friendly, and puts love into each dish he prepares. You can tell. Just take a breath when you walk in and take it in. Service is good, but like I said - its a one man operation so just be patience. The Fried Chicken and Devil Eggs are EXCELLENT. We would go back. Keep up the good job Shaun. Nicely done.

Came here to grab a bite with friends. The inside is very casual. The food was good and the…read moreportions were great for the price. I tried the Babyback Ribs and Fried Chicken Soul Sandwiches. The Babyback Ribs were really good. The ribs are taken off the bone for the soul sandwich and plated on slices of potato rolls. The Fried Chicken was good but not the best I've had in Charlottesville. I would have liked the outside to be crispier. The cornbread that comes with the order was also good. It was not traditional cornbread-- it tasted like carrot cake corn bread. The Mac and Cheese was a little too overcooked for my liking. However, for the meat sandwich and two sides were a large portion and cost 12 dollars which was awesome. Overall, Soul Food Joint is a charming locally owned soul food place downtown. It wasn't the best fried chicken or barbecue that I've had in Charlottesville, however the food was good and the portions were great for the price.

I often enjoy lunch from here. The service is friendly and the food is very good! I like the…read moremeatloaf and collard greens best.

I visited Lynchburg, VA with intentions of supporting excellent businesses who were also…read moreblack-owned. Listen, I was most determined to find food that would make me dance when I ate it! Using a blog post from the town's website, I made my list of places to visit- Home Cookin' wasn't on it. On a whim as we returned to our lodge, I googled "soul food". Behold, Home Cookin' came up, and it was in my area! It was a God deal. In fact, Home Cookin's love-filled soul food inspired a praise dance as I ate it! Sooo good! Plus...Home Cookin's staff was warm and welcoming- like I was their family visiting their home. Their service was quick, but I didn't feel rushed. They even invited me to come back and see them again before I left town. I did! And here's why: I could hardly contain my excitement for the opportunity to enjoy their home cooking again! Sooo good! (Pictured: Well-seasoned baked chicken, green beans that reminded me of my grandma Hattie's, creamy macaroni and cheese that I devoured, and the fried-to-order fish meal I savored on my second visit. Not pictured: Homemade Sprite Pound Cake and Peach Cobbler- both of which I indulged with pleasure!)

Ordered through yelp (grub hub) and was ready in about 20 minutes . Passing through and found this…read moresouthern food gem ! Portion size is big and good is full of flavor ! BBQ beans were my favorite with my pulled pork ! Greens were fresh and gravy on mash potatoes was so good ! It's a small spot and really friendly people in this establishment. At the moment it's take out and curbside only . Don't pass them up ! Look for the bbq out front and try them !

Excellent barbecue place for take out! I found this through a Google/Yelp search when my husband…read moreand I were in the area for some hiking (visiting from DC). We've been twice now on visits to the mountains. Fantastic ribs and a great selection of side dishes! It's nice that every meal comes with cornbread, so yummy. For us from the city, this is an EXCELLENT value too.

Fell in love with Papa's during our first visit here. We had the shrimp basket and shrimp and…read morecatfish poboy, both served with fries. Everything came out hot and crispy, and both the fish and the shrimp had the lightest touch of batter so the seafood flavor really came through. We ordered extra sides (a steal at $3 each!) of mac and cheese and beans. You could make a meal out of the mac and cheese itself-it is a very generous portion of creamy, cheesy goodness! The standout for me of all the dishes was the baked beans. You have never had beans like this. Trust me. I rarely eat beans because they're often too sweet, but Papa's beans are only slightly sweet and laced with an amazing smokey flavor (they are cooked with smoked brisket). I'm excited to come back and try the collard greens! On top of all the fantastic food, Jamar, the owner and chef, came out to ask us about our meal, which was the highlight of our visit. You will not meet a nicer, more caring restaurant owner! He really cares about his customers and you can tell the food is made with heart. It is truly a family business, with Jamar's mom behind the counter and home cooked recipes on the menu. It is worth the wait to get food this good, so kick back with a beer at one of the tables outside while your food is being prepared with love! 5 stars for food, 10 stars for service. It's like going to someone's home for dinner. Pro Tip: You can't see Papa's from the road if you are on North Delphine. It is on the backside of the mini-market on the corner (you may see the picnic tables on the side-that's where Papa's is!).

This new and unassuming restaurant does southern cooking with a homestyle touch you can taste…read more Currently they are still in the process of opening, but they have started to serve food under a limited menu. My wife and I stopped in and got two chicken sandwiches. All and all these sandwiches alone demonstrated a keen eye for quality. The chicken was tender and the breading has a good flavor. I look forward to this restaurant opening its doors completely. If you are just traveling through the area or are a local. I except this place to become a hometown classic.

Love this place. The food is always excellent and the service is very good. Prices are decent as…read morewell. I'm glad they moved to a bigger location recently, it's also a little closer to my house. Highly recommend

The fried chicken was incredible! I ordered the dark meat fried chicken dinner and I was not…read moredisappointed. The crust was delicious and the chicken was cooked perfectly. The corn pudding was tasty and just enough to keep me satisfied. The salad was a bit small and the dressing was packaged but still okay. The fried catfish my wife ordered was good, maybe a bit undercooked, affected the cornmeal breading ( made it soggy) but it was okay. The fish itself had a slight muddy taste, I noticed, she did not! So personal preference I guess. Service was on point! Jamie waited on us and made sure we were taken care of. Music was top notch! I will definitely be back and try more of the offerings!

Take a step back into the 50s, this place will remind you how great grandmas breakfast is! Service…read moreis on top even when slammed. Got a chance to stop in while I was in the area and don't regret it. Can't beat the pricing either, we had an amazing break first for only $29. That's hard to do in 2026 anymore.

Southern Kitchen is a tradition in New Market. Customers can enjoy eggs and other breakfast items,…read moresandwiches and diner food. The atmosphere is fun.

Ordered the catfish combo with yams, rice, and collards. It was AMAZING! Being a Carolina girl in…read morethe DMV, it's been so hard to find good soul food. My Cup Runneth Over is one of my new favorites. Also, shoutout to Beth! The doll that took my order. She was kind, friendly, and gave quality suggestions. I'll be back in a couple of weeks with my bf to try the ribs and mac n cheese.

Amazing! ...and I'm picky as all get out!…read more Great food. I'm a southern girl and this food was so on point. Sad I'm just now finding it!

Somebody reach out to Michael Stern. His Roadfood review is sorely out of date. The business is…read morestill there, but it's no longer owned by the Brown family. Some other family runs it. The chicken is edible, but not memorable. The pieces are pretty small as well. Not worth a detour.

Wayside has kinda fallen off in the last few years and I think at this point browns is my favorite…read morefried chicken in the area. It's inside of a gas station so expect a grab and go situation for takeout. No frills, just simple, good fried chicken.

Running errands and was extremely hangry. Saw a food truck with a smoker off to the side in the…read moreparking lot of 7-11 and decided to give it a go. OMG! I'm so glad I did! I ordered the jerk chicken with black eye peas, mac & cheese, and cornbread. The jerk chicken drumsticks were delicious. The black eye peas had bits of pork (I think) and mac & cheese were amazing. They weren't stingy with portions, I couldn't even finish it all. The food truck fellas were very friendly and even ran out to my truck to give me condiments for my food but didnt need it because the food was that good. They are a new business. I'm all about helping small business owners especially when the food is amazing. Please check them out! I plan on going back this coming weekend.

Mr. B's Soul food was amazing. This was the best Jerk Chicken I have ever had and the ribs were…read moreoutstanding. He makes is own BBQ sauce; out of this world and the portions were generous. I would highly recommend trying his food at his location in Stafford across from CVS and in front of 7/11 gas station/store. Hi struck is clean and well organized and Mr. B is a friendly guy who treats his customers like family. Thank you Mr. B and I will be back for more!

Excellent food and outstanding service. The shrimp and grits were flavorful and perfectly prepared,…read moreand the cornbread was delicious. The staff was friendly, attentive, and made the experience even better. Highly recommend and will definitely return.

I've only tried the chicken and waffles, but they never disappoint. The sweet potato waffle with…read morethe cinnamon is absolutely amazing, and the chicken is always crispy, flavorful, and perfectly seasoned. I also tried the bread pudding. I love bread pudding, but this one just wasn't my favorite. It wasn't bad it just didn't quite hit the mark for me. The café itself is small, cozy, and welcoming. They have a small bar area, indoor seating, and a customer restroom that's tucked away in the back. When I stopped in, there were several people dining in, and it had a relaxed, homey atmosphere. Overall, I'd definitely recommend Down Home Cafe, especially if you're looking for a comforting brunch or a laid-back Sunday meal. I'll definitely be back for those chicken and waffles! Oh! Open parking!