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    Pretty Toni's Cafe

    3.1 (123 reviews)
    ModerateSoul Food, Bakeries
    Closed 11:00 am - 6:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Quiet
    Intimate
    Classy
    Good for kids

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    Tania O.

    Finally made it to Pretty Toni's. Have tried to visit a few but they were always closed on days/times their posted hours said they were open. Even called and was hung up on. Twice. Entering is confusing. They have 2 doors but no sign that specifically says which to use. Of course, the actual entrance is the furthest away. They do have a cute selfish wall upon entering. The place is really small. Seats about 20 people and a bar that seats maybe 5 or so. Looked like they had another side area that was for pickup orders but I didn't inspect or ask. The server (Gary) was nice and helped with all questions we had. We got red velvet waffle and catfish, sweet potato waffle and half chicken. Also got some mac n cheese and drinks..mango iced tea and a coconut lemonade. You got water and fresh hot cornbread while you waited. Food took a while but was clearly freshly made when it came out. Both waffles and drinks were really good. The chicken, catfish and mac were good too, but the proteins had a touch too much salt and the mac lacked that salt. The menu isnt vast but still has you wondering what to tey. Didn't have any alcohol but saw they only serve black owned spirit brands. They're located on a main road and have a few parking spaces around back. Note they add 20% gratuity to any size party. Music was a vibe the entire time. They never got crowded so we weren't rushed. Their business focus is more on catering than dine-in, but they do host an occasional RnBingo I've heard was a fun time. Might check that out and see about other food options.

    Kaivona P.

    The food was really good here. The service was good as well. I can tell that the owner who was also the server was really overwhelmed so had a little 'tude . Overall I would come back again for the food. It is extremely small . Maybe four or five tables so I would call ahead . They don't do reservations and your entire party has to be there to be seated .

    $7 Peach Cobbler
    Iyliyah Y.

    First visit, and unfortunately will be the last. Ordered the whiting strips it was basically one piece of fish cut up Into pieces for $10. Then the peach cobbler was $7. Looking at them on display it looked pretty hefty so I said why not. Got the $7 peach cobbler (picture attached) and just laughed. I'm no fool, so I just want to warn anyone else wanting to try and support a black business, save your money and go somewhere else. Oh and let me not forget the $4 sweet potatoes fries that weren't even filled in the box it was literally a handful. I'm sorry, but now I know why they barely get business. Can't say much on customer service, nothing spectacular other than, the guy did bring it to the car. But I've worked in restaurant business for a few years and if I were him I would've been ashamed... welp that's it for that

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    SOUL BOWL
    D D.

    Nice intimate spot, great friendly and attentive service. Food was on point and the complimentary cornbread was good. They had good drinks and supported black and brown spirits. I would recommend visiting

    Mac no cheese
    Gabriela R.

    Don't even bother paying the 4.99 fee for this food. Macaroni and cheese?! Yea order it if you just want macaroni with butter. Such a disappointment!

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    Elizabeth R.

    I LOVED it here. The staff/chef couldn't do enough to make us happy and get the food we wanted...without hovering. I was so relaxed in the quaint and charming ambience. A lot of love was put into this cafe. The food (and I'm from the south and am accustomed to soul food flavors) was perfectly seasoned and well presented. I especially appreciated the chicken soup with greens and original flavors that kept evolving and complimenting each other- like it was a well thought out family recipe. The chunks of chicken dissolved in my mouth. Unbelievable. And....The GRITS!!! *slurp* Thanks for a great meal guys!

    2 for 1 Mimosas. Fried Whiting Brunch. Hash, grits n eggs
    Marissa M.

    In the mood for SOUUUULLL food for brunch, I finally went to Pretty Toni ' s and I'm thoroughly satisfied with my dining experience. Tonita was our server and she was a sweetheart. Service was impeccable and personal. We came for Sunday brunch and started with the 2 for 1 Mimosas. Mimosas were Strong and well blended. 2 was enough to be Niiice. I ordered the fried whiting brunch platter. Fried whiting, grits, fried hash browns and scrambled eggs. Everything was perfect. Whiting fish was FRESH. Grits were perfect. Just like Amy Ruth ' s in Harlem. The music was smooth Jazz and the atmosphere was very rich in earth tones and decorated with music artists on the wall. It's a very small quaint Soul Food cafe. Tonita bakes and makes very lavish cakes for events and I believe you can have an event catered in the private room where the dining room is. I will definitely be back for dinner.

    I ate 1 wing.. amazing powder lol..$8.95 ...for this...dont do it.. I'm eating all his fries I'm so hungry..
    Pam V.

    Oh man.. Where do I start... well I ordered via uber eats. Excited to try this out as we wanted some fried chicken. My order was: lemon pepper wings, deep fried half chicken with fries and sweet potato fries, side of calamari and mac and cheese. As a foodie...i would not order again.. the only thing that was good was the wings but it tasted like pure seasoning the powdered seasoning the seasoning you can get at the store. No home cooked food here...nope! The mac and cheese...dont do it...just ..dont The deep fried half chicken was dry.. ugh .. Calamari ..soggy and just weird but not bad..i ate it..i was starving.. Chicken wings.. the reason why I was starving.. there were 4 pieces aka 2 wings chopped up... for 8.95 ... for 2 whole wings.. the only thing that had potential (even if it was chicken with sprinkled seasoning) I was hungry! Fries! Those are the winners lol fresh fries were a bit raw and hard tasted frozen type of fries...sweet potato fries.. No way to mess that up.. Thank goodness.. I started rating this place 3 stars but as I typed...it went down 1...only because I grew hungry... 2 whole wings.. sigh ..dont do it!

    Pretty Toni's Cafe was a complete DISAPPOINTMENT, I will NEVER go there again!! Prices big, portions small, food TERRIBLE. You would think Salomon and shrimp would be a safe bet. NO no no Salmon wasn't cooked, mac with no cheese and greens & shrimp no comment. The Snapper had no flavor. I should have known something was up a Friday night not one person walked in or out while we waited. The one star is for the pictures on the wall.

    Blackberry tea
    Neesha N.

    Everything was delicious to say the least!!! The blackberry tea was to die for, warm served cornbread and butter (real butter!!) and the fish were execellent The only reason why I didn't give 5 stars is because the potatoes could have been better. They were like pre frozen French fries and just didn't measure up to the rest of their food.

    Brunch Menu
    Bre Y.

    I had Brunch here on a Sunday after a friend's positive recommendation. It's a small black-owned business, with minimal workers, but great food and service! We were able to secure a table of 2 before despite it being pretty packed. The place is very small, but gives you a homey/soulful feel. Cute decor and great jazz/r&b music. They're super friendly and accommodating, it's def a place where they try to build relationships. I ordered the fried whiting with eggs, home fries and grits ($12.99). It was delicious, fish perfect about of seasoning and lightly fried. The sides were perfect as well, the grits were well seasoned so I didn't have to drown them in sugar. The home fries were nice and crispy too. I also had a mimosa and had mango purée instead of the OJ. Yummmm. I can't wait to come back for brunch again! FYI: 18% gratuity is included on the weekends for every check (doesn't matter the party size).

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    Frankie M.

    I love pretty Tony's, the restaurant is small but cozy. The entree is delicious, the service is excellent and so are the drinks. I go there at least three times a month for soul food. The only thing I would change is that the cornbread basket is to small. I am enjoying them rigger now

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