Well Mz Jade been poppin up on my timeline and I decided to go see what's happenin'! I ordered the…read moresmothered pork chops with rice and collards with a piece of corn bread and I absolutely loved it!!! The service from the young lady was on point and pleasant. I even said loudly that I needed to lay eyes on Mz Jade and she came out and spoke with me for a tick and was very pleased that I came to show her support! I was so happy that the food wasn't salty ! The only thing I will change next time is the amount of gravy .... And that's on me! I forgot to ask/mention anything about the gravy! I will definitely be back!!

The soul food here was FIRE! My food came out within 10 minutes and I thought that was great. It…read morewas a good chill vibe through out the restaurant. The only thing I wish is there to be more seating. There was only 1 large table that seated 8 people and a couple tables outside. Maybe this place is mainly for to-go orders?

Full disclosure, if you're looking for fancy or fast, this is not the place for you…read more Catherine and her adult children run this wonderful little dive in Lockland. The food was fresh and tasted fantastic. The prices are reasonable and portions are big. Put away your pretense and visit Catherine's. Check the hours, as they have unusual open times.

Found a hidden gem while passing thru on Mothers Day. We were overwhelmed with the amazing…read morehospitality of Catherine and her family. The food was all home cooked, fresh, and hot. The Cod is cooked fresh on ordering. If you like southern home cooked soul food it's a treat. The three of us sampled the cod, fries, meatloaf, smashed potatoes, mac-n-cheese, cornbread, collard greens (wow), sweet potatoes, and pound cake. Everything was wonderful!! Don't expect to leave without a hug and feeling like family. Please stop by and give these folks a try!!. There's a sweet beautiful spirit there and you're bound to be blessed and have to loosen the belt straps when you leave..because both your belly and heart will be full. We will for sure be back.

when I say, the service was amazing. the food was good and I left full. it's not that big , so be…read morepatient, but the food is worth the wait.

Love. If I can use…read moreone word to describe my experience at Soul Secret, that's it. Love Amore Besotted Take great people (Melinda was our server and the chef came out to check on us...more about Melinda later)... Combine it with great food and great ambiance, and you get this restaurant! The first thing that you notice when you walk in is that it feels like home. Some restaurants focus heavily on decor and leave a lot to be desired in terms of ambiance, the people, and the food. And in other restaurants, you walk in and feel as if you can stay there forever. This is one of those places. We stayed there for a while. Imagine being in Grandmom's living room with pictures on the wall and positive music playing in the background. That's Soul Secrets. The menu is big enough to make sure that everyone can find something to eat, but not so big that you will struggle to make a decision. From fried catfish and grits to French toast to salmon croquettes and the largest pancake on Earth, there is something for everyone. My niece ordered the French toast, and my sister ordered a special breakfast that came with a pancake, grits, eggs, potatoes, and sausage. I was still hungry from last night's meal, (and you can read about it in another review) so I just nibbled off of my sister's meal. The French toast came out first, and I could tell immediately that the chef knew what she was doing. The rest of the food came out, and again, they brought the largest pancake I've ever seen. My sister was treating us today, and I was glad that the menu prices were very reasonable. My niece said that the French toast was delicious, and she ate as much as she could. She has a dance performance tonight and made sure that she didn't put her show at risk. It was difficult for her because the food was so good, but she managed and took a box home to eat it later. Yes. My sister nibbled on everything else and thoroughly enjoyed it. I had the grits and some of the pancake, and I have to say that it was very difficult for me to stop eating because it tasted so good. The pancake was perfectly cooked and fluffy with crispy bits on the edge. The grits were creamy and flavorful, even without cheese. The coffee was great. I had several cups. All in all, it was arguably better than any breakfast I've had at any restaurant that serves it. Now let's get back to Melinda. So often, the dining experience can be directly related to the person that greets you when you take a seat. Thank goodness we were greeted by Melinda. She has one of those energies and personalities that makes you feel as if she has been in your family for years. Funny and friendly, but at the same time, dedicated to making sure that you have a good experience. Again, I felt like I was at someone's home rather than in a restaurant. She called me a "troublemaker," which means that somehow she was seeing the 20-year-old version of me instead of the person that I am today. lol So here's the summary. If you are in Cincinnati and you want a great meal, there are many restaurants to choose from. It appears to be a pretty decent restaurant town. But if you want to FEEL Cincinnati, while feeling right at home and having one of the best meals ever- Soul Secrets is one for the ages.

Taste of cincinnati spread! Oxtail and rice was amazing. Really warm flavors and fall of the bone…read moretender meat. The cornbread was pretty sweet and sticky, like a desert. So good we got 2 cornbread's and shared the oxtail. Okay prices for the taste of Cinci fest.

Located on W McMillan, this spot features a self-order kiosk and fast service. It's a casual spot,…read moreand it seemed like most orders were carry-out, although there is plenty of seating. I ordered the curry goat, which comes with 2 sides. I chose the fried okra and plantains. The curry goat had great flavor, but was very salty. If I ordered again, I would definitely choose rice as one of my sides to balance it out. The fried okra was unfortunately mostly breading, but the plantains were delicious. I'd love to have tried the oxtail.

Food is always fantastic, super fresh and great flavor! Definitely come check them out!read more

We enjoyed our time at Gee's. The service was really great.. They were attempted to our needs,…read moreanswered our questions and ensure that we were satisfied. The food was delicious. The curry chicken is amazing. I always get extra sauce whenever I eat anything, and they were willing to accommodate. We tried their oxtails and jerk pasta and a brisket and ribs and everything was just seasoned to perfection hot and delicious. The restaurant is warm and inviting. They do their best to give the Jamaican vibe.

I had a great time here the food was good and fresh and the service was great…read more For food I had the alligator, blackened catfish basket, fried green tomatoes, truffle Mac and cheese, Etouffe, and Pasta Monica. For drinks I had the hurricane, the espresso martini, I left my heart in Nola and sazerac. The alligator had good flavor but it was a tad bit tough. The fried green tomatoes were thin and I was not expecting that. The pasta, Mac and mussels had very good flavor. The blacked fish could have had more flavor in my opinion. My favorite drink was the espresso martini. It was one of the best I've ever had.

This past Friday night was my first visit to BrewRiver. Since I have been to New Orleans in the…read morepast and loved the food, I was looking forward to the Shrimp Po' Boy on the menu. I sat in the bar so I could watch the band Mystic Mile perform, and they were great. I wish I could say as much for my Po' Boy. As shown in the photo, it was huge! As soon as I saw it, I knew I was going to need to eat some of it with a fork before I could get it down to being a manageable sandwich, especially since it had 13 nice-sized pieces of breaded shrimp. There was so much on the French bread roll that I could not even see the roll. The shrimp were perfectly cooked and tasty, and the homemade pickle slices added a nice touch. However, once I got to the point of trying to eat it as a sandwich, I was very disappointed to find that the roll had a hard crust and tough interior. It definitely was not crisp on the outside with a flaky, paper-thin crust and airy on the inside, which is how Po' Boy rolls were in NOLA. I took two bites of the roll and decided I would finish the shrimp with a fork. I ordered the Bananas Foster bread pudding for dessert. It had a great flavor, but the banana pieces were hard, like biting into an undercooked carrot. Overall the bar service was good, but the food quality was mixed since it tasted great but had some big flaws. BTW, if you're a big fan of root beer, try their draft root beer. It was extremely tasty. I wanted so much for this to be a great experience, but I have yet to decide if I'll return to give them another try.

My friend and I have been wanting to try jollof rice and fufu and this was the perfect spot for…read morethat! Food was very authentic and had good flavor so if you're into this cuisine I would definitely recommend it. It is a small space inside but there is seating available so that you can enjoy the food fresh which I will say is definitely the way to go. The service was amazing. We found out about this place through someone's Instagram story and so they asked to see the picture and helped with what was on it from the menu and what else they recommended as first timers. They also helped with how to eat Fufu and the proper way in doing so. The staff was very friendly and honestly made the experience really good as it can sometimes be scary going to a new cuisine for the first time and not knowing what to expect!

The food is excellent! The dishes I tried all had unique, distinct flavors. It was yummy. Peanut…read morebutter soup w/ mixed meat, oxtails and delicious but expensive jollof rice-it was a big portion. Nothing fancy as far as the store is concerned, but I enjoyed speaking with other patrons as I waited. The deduction is due to menu pricing being different than actual pricing. Also, I was quoted 30-40 minutes but it was an hour. I just took out my laptop and got some work done. I would order ahead. The location is not close for me, but it's worth it!

Fish was not well seasoned and I'm pretty sure my perch was cod. Enjoyed the fried okra and…read moremushrooms. Food was cooked fresh and hot

Absolutely great food. Made to order and fresh every time. The customer service is very friendly…read moreand welcoming. I had a few issues with my order but he was very patient with me and had no problem with correcting it. The fish is fire as well as the fried chicken. Lunch combos are affordable. Nice place to grab lunch. Thank youuu.