People are hard working Friendly folks. Place is immacolate…read more Rina and brisket to die for. Only takeout.

Got two pulled pork meals for takeout. I liked the Mac and cheese side, the sweet potatoes and…read morepulled pork and beans were too sweet for us. Ordering is strictly through DoorDash and you can't buy extra sides of anything on there except cornbread. I realize it's not for me, but please do check them out if you can.

One of my favorite places in Schenectady...and only one of two places my kid specifically asks to…read morego to by name (he's 13... anything decisive is a chore). Soul and Caribbean staples served in a clean bright space and always a great spot to find yourself gabbing with a total stranger. Literally drove half an hour just to go grab cake tonight Special from last week: oxtail Mac & cheese. You just can't beat it. *Sigh* now I'm hungry again.

customer service was amazing!!! very friendly staff.... huge compliments to Monica and her…read morecooking... food was absolutely amazing ... definitely going back!!!! atmosphere very friendly as well ... thank you again ... great meeting you Monica - we will be back... I need to add we had Jerk chicken (spicey but flavorful)... the cabbage (never tasted cabbage like that it was out of this world delicious - Mac and cheese with collard greens with a few yams put in (flavor of the yams was like warm hug!!! lol) also had a side of the tuna salad... best I've ever tasted I won't give up her secret ingredient but that was amazing and to top it all off the most moist (I know everyone loves that word ) corn muffin I've ever eaten... do yourself a flavor and go check it out!!!

Suga Foot is, without exaggeration, the best soul food in the Albany-Troy-Schenectady area. For me,…read morethe true test of any soul food restaurant is the collard greens. These were exceptional. Tender, perfectly cooked, and bursting with flavor. The southern oxtail with rice and beans was equally impressive. The oxtail was fall-off-the-bone tender, rich, and comforting. The yams were sweet and balanced. Beyond the food, the restaurant itself is lovely. The decor is warm, full of plants. The only small suggestion I'd offer is serving drinks in glasses instead of plastic cups - real glassware would match the rest of the vibe a little better.

Oxtails with rice and beans are delicious. The oxtails fall off the bone. Paired with yams and…read morecollard greens. Take out order delivered to table.

Okay so firstly let me break it down like this, Customer…read moreservice 1-10 I give it a 20. They were very kind and gave me a menu before I even sat down. Food... hot dang it was off the scale and should be illegal to be that good. I mean man, I ordered fried chicken, mac and cheese, yams and collards 2 sides and corn bread come with the meal. It was TO DIE FOR!!! Seasoned to perfection and very good portions for the price. I recommend anyone who loves soul food go and visit Aunt Ronnie. This is truly authentic soul food and the very best in Schenectady.

The first time I stopped by Aunt Ronnie's my lunch was gone before I hit the end of the block…read more Crispy tilapia fillet with a corn meal batter, corn bread, collards and sweet potatoes. After the first time I burned my mouth, you'd think I'd have learned but I kept eating it anyway. After a couple more visits I discovered the family that runs the place is just as awesome as the food, and despite it being well outside the reasonable commute for lunch, I made several trips up with the gang from work and managed to eat our way through almost the entire menu. Even our fussier people enjoyed the food--no small feat. Not sure about their current status (been closed the last couple times I've stopped by) but if you catch them open it's absolutely worth a visit.

I'm so happy with my experience. The food was so flavorful. I had the fried fish with Mac and…read morecheese and cabbage and fried chicken wings with greens and yellow rice. I'll say it again, everything was so flavorful. This isn't your typical boring 518 food lol. Please support this new business. It would be amazing to have a consistent soul food joint in the Troy, Cohoes area!

I've been waiting for this place to open for months and LET ME TELL YOU it's worth the wait. Food…read morewas amazing and you can tell it's quality and care. Prolly best fried fish I've had food so good I stopped speaking to my mom till she can explain why her food not this good. They are family owned do yourself a favor and try this place. Food so good took 1bite then threw my glasses (Jordan howlett approved)

I was looking for something a little different than the halal food establishments that are…read moredominating the food choices in the Tri-city area. (That's not a bad thing) Ya Yas is conveniently located in downtown Schenectady near State street on an unassuming corner you would pass easily if not paying attention. No worries, though there's plenty of parking and even a parking garage next door. I went on a slow Thursday night and was met with the owner who I assume was Ya Ya herself. She immediately greeted me with the house specials along with the homemade sides. I ordered the 1/2 chicken breast, collard greens, yams and corn bread the perfect southern food combo. I'd never tried collard greens but they were tasty and felt like a cross between spinach and Brussels sprouts. The bill was reasonable at $18 with plenty of food so you definitely won't go home hungry when leaving Ya Yas. If you're in the mood for some southern hospitality in Upstate NY, give this place a try I will definitely be back.

Lunch was bangin'! I always wanted to visit after trying out their soup at the soup stroll a few…read moreyears ago. But then we moved away. But we were driving through town and my husband said he wanted fried chicken and I said we're finally gonna go eat lunch at yayas. So yeah he got the fried chicken meal with yams, cornbread, Mac salad, and string beans. I got the fried catfish with the same sides. Everyone working was so kind and came to check on us. The food was sooo good. I had enough leftovers to bring home dinner too.

Outstanding food! The chicken wings were the best I've ever had at any restaurant . I recommend…read moreanyone to that place to eat

Had the Chicken and Waffles, Curry Chicken and BBQ Chicken dinner. Food was clearly crafted with so…read moremuch intentionality. Seasoned to perfection. Service feels like being at your grandma's house, (owner cooks the food himself; super nice and even made my order custom made); the ambiance could have an improvement. This place won't catch your eye based off the aesthetic, but if you're into authentic food, this is your spot.

This is my only go to spot for soul food in Springfield. The food is freshly prepared ( order…read moreonline or call ahead) so there will always be a wait. The chef is so polite and welcoming. Give this place a try.

5 stars is not enough. The folks here are absolutely friendly and treat you like family. Food is…read morebeyond good. 5 stars do not do it justice. I got the salmon with the chef recommendation lemon pepper sauce and greens and Mac and cheese. Everything is beyond perfect. Greens are cooked to perfection. Not too mushy and not too firm, Mac and Cheese is firm and gooey. Salmon is so damn tender it is almost hard to eat. Across from MassMutual center so I am positive this place has to be packed before games or events. I can't recommend the place enough.

Meek's Heavenly Hands is a new Soul Food Restaurant in @itsallinberlin CT. They have classic mains…read morelike ribs, fried chicken and pork chops, and traditional sides like mac, collards, yams and cornbread. Loved the texture, meatiness and flavor of the Mango Habanero Fried Wings. The Collards were a couple steps above the norm. Very good Mac. The cornbread was moist and maybe had a good hint of cinnamon. Meek's is located in the Ferndale Plaza near the Berlin @seedeatsct . It's getting to be a Foodie Hot Spot over there. They offer takeout and have a few tables for dine in. More functional than fancy. I'll be back to explore. 4.5 Stars

Grabbed food to go, potato salad was excellent. The collard greens are spicy if you mind. The…read morechicken was still super crispy when I brought it home and has great seasoning throughout. One order is enough food for two people. Only minus one star because they didn't have Mac and cheese but I'll definitely be back to try it.

AbsoluYe Olde Forge was a great find. The atmosphere is casual and comfortable, and while it may…read morelook like a roadside stop, it is absolutely worth the detour. The onion bites were a fantastic alternative to onion rings and dangerously easy to keep eating. The beer list reads like a who's who of great choices, and the wings were excellent, possibly the best I've had in recent memory. The buffalo sauce was especially well done, with just enough heat to know it is there, but still approachable even for someone who does not usually go for spice. The real highlight, though, was Joyce. She absolutely personified great customer service. Friendly, attentive, thoughtful, and on top of everything without ever overdoing it. Honestly, the level of care she gave rivaled service at a five-star resort. I wish Joyce could follow me around to every meal I have. She was that good. Great food, great atmosphere, and truly standout service. We will definitely be back.

Been driving past for six years and finally stopped. Let me stress, we arrived at 5 PM…read more Extensive selection of beers, including over 20 on tap. We are ordered the double dip, Buffalo chicken and spinach artichoke. It took over twenty minutes for the dips, even tho the place was half empty. We had a feeling the entrees would arrive shortly and we were right. Halfway thru the dips the entrees arrived. Chicken piccata was bland, and the pasta was overcooked. The sauce was watery and there was only a slight taste of lemon. Not at all what it should have been. Haddock was obviously fresh, but again, bland. Served in a bath of butter, but no herbs, no discernible seasoning. Services was attentive, beers were cold, if somewhat overpriced. Don't know that I'll be back.