I remembered that I'd heard about a new soul food restaurant opening in the White Oak area and…read moredecided to give it a try. While the location is great, the business doesn't stand out well enough to attract those that may not be looking for it. I parked into the back and entered the back door. While they sell soul food, the vibes feel super Jamaican. Black paint with green and yellow accents. Fairly large and very clean dining area. The cashier didn't really greet me when I walked up. She wasn't rude, but she wasn't friendly or welcoming. She did complement my shirt. Her non-verbal cues made me feel rushed. I had to ask her if they were sold out of anything. That information was not offered. I also had to ask her the price. I ended up ordering the lamb chops plate that came with rice, and two side. I opted for the collards and mac n cheese. It took maybe 5-8 minutes for my plate to come out. 3 other people came in, ordered and left before I did. I think it was because theybhad to grill the lamb chops. Visually the food looked delicious. Very generous serving of everything. However, the collards were the most disappointing collards I've ever had. They didn't taste bad. They just weren't seasoned AT ALL!! they just tasted like a collard with pepper flakes. The rice was just plain and Not seasoned. The mac n cheese was pretty good. They need to season the pasta a bit more and use a more flavorful cheese. The star was the lamb chops. They were a good size, seasoned extremely well, tender, and grilled to perfection! On top of that they gave me 4. They're They're the reason I'm giving 4 stars. I washed all of that down with a slice of their pineapple cake. It tasted like box cake with canned crushed pineapple on top. But it was delicious. I'd go back just for the lamb chops and cake. At $40 though, i won't go back too often. I hope the other sides are much better though!!

So glad Taste Da Vibez is finally in Garner! Let me just say--there are so many options that I…read morealready know I'll be back. On my first visit, I ordered the hamburger steak with rice, along with mac and cheese and green beans for my sides. Everything was good and full of flavor. The sides definitely gave classic comfort, out-the-box/canned vibes--but still seasoned well and satisfying. Most importantly, it's refreshing to have something in Garner that isn't just another traditional fast-food spot. The service was great and the staff was friendly and welcoming. Looking forward to coming back and trying more off the menu!

Ordered from them on May 16th and I dont know what happened. May it was due to being close to…read moreclosing by an hour and 30/40 mins?? But the food was not up to snuff! Watery flavorless mac and cheese; unsweetened yams that had none of the spices added, the potatoe saiad was horrid--was missing ingredients; and the half battered unseasoned chicken was fried lazily and half-hazard. Not one care in the world was given to this food that I paid $67 for. My family gave me a side eye as though I COOKED IT! I had to apologize for their terrible meal. JACKS please dont let this become your state of affairs. I will drive to Durham to Soul Forking Good if that's the case.

My mom wanted some fish and oysters. I called to place an order and I was on hold for 35mins. When…read morethey finally answered, I placed the order and asked for well done (fried hard) they acknowledged that, but it was still not done. The okra was good, the fish after I placed it in the oven longer was good. I probably won't go back to this location. I feel like New Bern location is better.

Saw him on Facebook first, great reviews. Then I saw the truck on rock quarry rd and again in…read moreDurham at the hospital...it was a sign to stop and thank goodness we did! The only complaint is I didnt get my cocoa bread but I was equally happy with the cornbread. Soft and buttery. Now the food, we wanted to try something different so we ordered the Cajun fish and Cajun chicken, plantains, and cocoa bread...as you can see the plates were clean..lol. Great service, fresh food, great food...coming for some oxtails next.

Terrible service! I tried getting their attention to order…read morefood and the lady inside was too busy having a conversation. Waited for 5minutes at the window. Knocked on the trailer yet no response. Went somewhere else for food. Also gross location at a run down gas station in a trailer in the back.

I originally wanted to try Cafe Orleans the day I landed in Raleigh, but just a heads-up for anyone…read moretraveling through the area: the app showed they were open on Monday, but they actually weren't. Not a huge deal, but it's something to keep in mind if you're not local and are relying on online hours. I did make it back before leaving town, and I'm glad I did because the food did not disappoint. It looks like there are a few businesses operating within the same space. I ended up trying one of the cookies from another vendor there, and it was pretty good. As for drinks, they have a self-service vending setup where you use your card, a door opens, and you grab your drink. Different concept, but it worked. For my meal, I ordered the shrimp and grits along with the dirty rice, which was recommended to me. The dirty rice was very good and packed with flavor. The shrimp and grits were also well-seasoned, and the creamy sauce brought everything together nicely. My only feedback would be regarding the shrimp-to-grits ratio. The bowl of grits was huge, and while the shrimp were good, I found myself with a lot of grits left over. I actually ended up finding some grilled chicken later just so I could finish the rest of them. If they added a few more shrimp--or simply let customers know how many come in the bowl beforehand--I think it would make an already good dish even better. Overall, the food was flavorful, the portions were generous, and I enjoyed the experience. They also offer daily specials, so it's worth checking what they're featuring before you stop by. I'd definitely come back and try some of their other menu items the next time I'm in Raleigh.

A couple of people have recommended this place so we decided to see what it was all about. The…read morecustomer service was excellent!!! I ordered the Fried Green Tomatoes, Cajun Salmon wrap, Mac/chz, Dirty Rice and an order of Beignets!!! Everything was ok, my favs were the dirty rice and the Beignets!!! They are smaller than what I'm used to but delicious nonetheless. So much so I ordered more before we left lol. My son ordered the Shrimp Po'boy and said it was alright but wished that the shrimp were fried instead of sautéed. We went on a Saturday and think they only fry chicken & fish on Fridays and Sundays. I think we may return to try other items and indulge in some more of those delicious Beignets!! If in the area, check them out!!

I picked up a jerk chicken quesadilla and fries today for lunch, and it was fantastic! The jerk…read moresauce was some of the best I've had. I ordered to go from their website, and when I arrived, it was very busy. But even with how busy they were, they got my order quickly and were friendly while doing it. I'll absolutely be back. It's great to see Knightdale getting some good local restaurants!

I went yesterday for dinner with my friend and ordered the Island Soul Veggie Bowl, which has sweet…read moreyams, sautéed cabbage, fire-grilled peppers, and seasoned corn served over cilantro lime rice. The yum yum sauce was on the side. My friend got lemon pepper wings. The cashier was friendly. Loved the decor and setup of the restaurant with a variety of tables and counter seating overlooking the cooking area. We got our food close to closing, so we took it to go. My food looked and tasted great! My friend had to put her wings in the air fryer when we got home. My food was good, but it's definitely a fusion not classic Jamaican. I was craving curry sauce and they don't have it. It is fairly pricey. My bowl alone was over $14, when you think about the ingredients- rice, cabbage, corn, yams- the most expensive thing is yams and I'd be surprised if you get a whole one. You're paying for ambiance, location convenience and overhead. Food, flavors were good, staff was pleasant and establishment was clean. Would return.

A solid southern breakfast spot. Be prepared to wait in line on the weekends, but it's worth the…read morewait. Will go again and again.

A cute breakfast place in Downtown Raleigh that gets very busy! I came immediately after landing at…read morethe airport to get brunch on a weekday around noon. The place was crowded but there was no wait. I got seated immediately at a table near a column in the middle of the restaurant and Christy came over and asked if I wanted anything to drink. She brought me iced water and gave me time to look at the menu. I wanted to try so many things and I was too optimistic about ordering 3 things and finishing them myself. Good thing I only ordered 2 things! An order of fried catfish with home fries and one egg. And a biscuit with sausage gravy. The fried catfish was salted and well fried. It tasted delicious for my first bite! The home fries were basically cut potatoes, but they weren't very fried or flavored. I wished I ordered the side of apple sauce instead. The biscuit and sausage was good, but a bit too much for one person after eating a separate order already. Definitely bring more people so you can try more things. Also, I wished I had asked for sausage gravy on the side so I can try the biscuit on its own first as well. Furthermore, I would have more time to eat the catfish so I wasn't worried about the biscuit getting soggy. Christy came to check up on me every now and then. The place was buzzing with people and decorations so I didn't feel so alone. When it was time to pay, Christy brought me the check for me to pay at the cash register. Both Christy and the cashier were so friendly! The restaurant does have a women's and a mens restroom if needed.

Food was yummy providing a large serving. The service was okay. We had to ask for drinks to be…read morefilled and our check. It wasn't horrible service but I have had better for it to be our first time there. Will I return.......... definitely!

this was my first barbecue meal in the southern u.s., so i was pretty excited to try The Pit…read more we came on a tuesday night, and the dining room was surprisingly busy. i really liked the atmosphere too. the dark wood interior gave it that classic southern barbecue feel, which is exactly the kind of ambiance i enjoy. i ordered the double combo platter with brisket, fried chicken, mashed potatoes, and fried okra. the brisket was the standout for me. tender, smoky, and exactly what i was hoping for. the fried chicken was also really good, and the mashed potatoes were so creamy and flavorful that i immediately wished i had gotten two servings instead of the fried okra! the only disappointment was the hush puppies. ours were a bit overcooked, so they ended up drier than i expected. my boyfriend ordered the pit bacon cheeseburger. he said it wasn't quite as amazing as the first time he had it, but it was still really good. our server was friendly, gave great recommendations, and made the experience even better. this was a really solid first southern barbecue experience, and i'd definitely come back.

When I saw that there was an actual location, I quickly suggested that we started our trip by…read morestopping here for lunch! We were not disappointed! We eat the frozen patties but to have these freshly made was incredible. They stay busy with several customers coming and going in the less than 30 minutes that we were there. The staff were very attentive. The restaurant clean and the aroma ... delicious. Everything was seasoned to perfection. I can't wait to come back.

It was nice at first to have a Jamaican restaurant open so close to me. When you first opened, the…read morefood was always tasty. However, lately it seems like something has changed--maybe a different chef? The oxtails now taste like they're cooked with way too much sugar. The rice and peas also taste overly sweet, almost like pure sugar. The red peas soup has been very disappointing, and the cabbage is always overcooked and mushy. I'm not sure what's changed, but I really hope you can go back to the quality and flavors you had when you first opened. Please consider cutting back on the sugar and bringing back the authentic taste that made me want to keep coming back.