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    Southern Blues

    3.7 (238 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Dogs allowed

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    D Q.

    On my way back into PA from Baltimore, I stopped at Southern Blues because it made it into the top five soul food recommendations by a cousin who's currently running for city council in Lancaster, PA. He said, "It's not in Baltimore, but on your way back to PA, stop there." There were a couple of locations, but I decided to stop at the one at 8406 Harford Road in Parkville. I knew there was something to it when there was no parking in the small lot they share with a strip mall spa--or on the street. I had to make a U-turn at the Sunoco gas station just to find street parking near the restaurant. The swishing of the busy road immediately became background noise when I pulled open the glass convenience store-style doors and walked into the sounds of a place that had all the hallmarks of being a great food spot. The place is takeout-only, with a mix of delivery app drivers, online orders, call-ins, and walk-ins. At first, you're not quite sure where to order--until you catch a glimpse of the dark "Order Here" sign and the unimpressed young man looking your way from behind a register. No "hi," just: "Are you paying with a card?" Between taking our order, he picked up the ringing phone and leaned into the counter--one hand on his hip, the other cradling the phone like he was about to spit the best game to the person on the other end. After he took our order--baked turkey wings with gravy over rice, collard greens, and sweet potatoes for me; fried catfish, mac, sweet potatoes, and cornbread muffins (wrapped in plastic wrap) for my partner--the place kept moving. No stress on anyone's face. Customers were vibing to '90s R&B while waiting, and the staff buzzed behind the high counter like a team of well-coordinated bees. We waited 25 minutes until they called our number. We grabbed our food and immediately noticed the weight of the bag. We found a school parking lot nearby, broke out the plastic silverware, popped open the clear hinged takeout containers, and ate on the trunk of the car. The food didn't disappoint. The mac was creamy-- didn't taste like hot water. The greens were whole pieces, not dumped out of a Glory-brand can. The sweet potatoes were well-seasoned and flavorful, and the cornbread wasn't dry or crumbly. Will I go again? Yes--and I'll be picking up some peach cobbler next time.

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    Elaine H.

    This is a soul food cart out. I'm married to a foodie who loves my soul southern cooking and we have been to many soul places searching for some good food! I got the turkey wing dinner with Mac and cheese and the yams. He got some wings and Mac and cheese and collard greens. Now normally I would take a picture but when I took that first bight. My grub was on! So was his. We were making sounds like yum and omg and wow this is good. None has even come close! The collard greens taste like I made them! The young woman was very nice and had our food brought out to us. It's just a laid back carryout. We devoured our food right in the parking lot! I could not eat it all. I tried though. I give it 10 out of 10!!!!

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    Whitley D.

    Delicious, delicious, delicious!! If you are pescatarian or vegetarian , they have seafood and veggie platters so you can enjoy as well! I ordered the blacken catfish, lake trout, cabbage, Mac and cheese, sweet potato pie! They were out of Yams, and just warning the collard greens has meat for the folks that don't eat meat. Each item was perfect! I also ordered their special flavor of the day lemonade for my brother and I, and we both loved it. It was sweet to me, but he loved it. This is a take to go location. There is room inside to stand but no seats. They do also have a parking lot but depending on the time you go, it fills fast. You are probably asking why I am stating it's so delicious but only 4 stars....well the service is up and down. There was a line and the cashier was laughing and talking rather than assisting the customers. Then the pick up area is a bit off. People seem to get confused and the employees are not always able to answer where they are in the line. Those things could definitely improve.

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    Iris R.

    We came across Southern Blues after searching online for great places to eat in Parkville. I am so glad that Southern Blues popped up. The southern style food was outstanding! This restaurant is take out style only. We immediately noticed that Southern Blues was fully staffed to accommodate take out and delivery orders. The full menu was displayed behind the counter area and there were a couple of tables for customers to check their orders for accuracy. I loved the music that was playing as I picked up my takeout orders. The music definitely created a good vibe. The slogan for this place should quote the singer Anthony Hamilton, "Cornbread, fish and collard green I got what you need" because it's the truth. The catfish platter was slappin'. My sides were mac and cheese and collard greens with cornbread. Everything was delicious! And don't get me started about the peach cobbler. It's not a dessert to be shared. It's just way to good! You will truly appreciate this place if you love soul food. You may love this place as much as Martin loves his momma's biscuits.

    Mariah M.

    I NEVER order from GrubHub - and maybe this is why? Or maybe it truly was the service. Help me to decide. This lazy Saturday night, I wanted to support one of my own - decided on this black owned location for my boyfriend and I. Placed our order well before 9pm (an hour+ before close), and our time on the order began to juggle. From 10:19 the latest time and the fastest being 9:38 at one point. Time after time my GrubHub driver is telling me how bad their service is and how our order is not ready. She was in fact told to wait for the food in her car, but was never further instructed on what to do or when the food was actually ready. 1 Waiting 50 minutes for 2 meals and a dessert, agreeably unacceptable. 2 I in fact did not receive my dessert - which was supposed to be the banana pudding. When the food did arrive an hour and 20 minutes later (30 minutes past close and oh, we live 12 minutes from the address...), did it taste good? Yes, 4/5. But the service and the missed dessert, 3/5 is generous. I half blame the establishment, half blame GrubHub.

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    I always get the turkey wing platter from here and it's always really good. The staff is always friendly and helpful.

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    Amazing service , the food is ALWAYS excellent! Wait time was very reasonable, I would call ahead however.

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    Ask the Community - Southern Blues

    They have several types of cake on the dessert menu which sound great. Has anyone tried the cake?

    Yes - all of their deserts are good.

    What's going on with the online ordering and phone lines for the Parkville location? Every time we try to order or call we are unable to get through.

    They are extremely busy as business has picked up during the Pandemic. Try ordering online.

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    3.5
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    Omg. I can't believe these people are actually selling this mess. My "pork chop" was literally…read moreinedible because it was so dry. I also bought m&c and yams and they seemed like they were reheated! I've been watching this place for months and something told me not to order but I went against my better judgment today. Like.....I have no more words.

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