Excellent food and outstanding service. The shrimp and grits were flavorful and perfectly prepared,…read moreand the cornbread was delicious. The staff was friendly, attentive, and made the experience even better. Highly recommend and will definitely return.

The food was okay…read more Shrimp & Grits - decent Yams- good Turkey wings - they were cold, and not cooked to my liking I wanted to like this place as there are not many soul food establishments in Woodbridge and it's black owned. However, my experience there left a bad taste in my mouth and it wasn't just from the food. The waitress was phenomenal, friendly and efficient. I visited with my mother and one year old son, there were no high chairs but now worries because I held him and fed him. The waitress was super friendly and engaged with my son, and mentioned to the owner something along the lines of getting a few high chairs in the establishment and the owner commented that it wasn't a baby/child friendly establishment. Now, I get it, everywhere is not- but this place? Interesting as I didn't see lounge listed in the description. I was shocked and offended that it was said within ear range of someone who just spent money in the establishment. I guess "down home" for these folks don't include children. Which is fine, Della Js and Milk and Honey are closer, family friendly and the food is always on point.

We brought our whole staff here to celebrate a great Easter weekend. The vibes of this place…read moredefinitely southern comfort. The server we had was amazing. She did a phenomenal job overseeing our whole group by herself. The food was good. I love a good southern comfort meal. But I'd be lying that I wasn't a little disappointed they didn't have chicken and waffles. They do have chicken and biscuits which looked good. But I was craving that delicious crispy meat over a savory waffle. Everyone at our table enjoyed their meals. Not a single person complained. If anything, they said how much food they got! When in the area again, will take a stop here to enjoy their food again!

GOOD FOOD, RUDE SERVICE: I recently visited Milk and Honey and had a mixed experience…read more The smothered chicken and biscuits entree was very good. It's exactly what you'd expect from a Southern style dish in Charleston SC. Rich, comforting, and well executed. The crispy calamari appetizer was disappointing. Most of the pieces were tiny, which made them too small to dip into the sauce. It was also too salty. Cutting the salt by about 33% would help a lot. The worst part was the service. There was a long gap between our appetizer and entrees, and I could see our food sitting under the heat lamps for a long time. When our server Soledad passed by, I told her I noticed our entrees were ready and asked if we could get them. She seemed annoyed and told me I had to wait my turn because they execute tickets in order. The kitchen talent is clearly good, but they need to train their servers to have more grace under pressure. Overall, not worth coming again when there are so many great dining options in the area.

My aunt and I visited the restaurant and had an early lunch. The restaurant was very nice, not…read morecrowded. We were seated immediately. The food came out very quickly. Everything was hot and tasty. Actually the manager Paris came over and took our orders the afternoon and she also came back to check on us. She was very nice and accommodating she made sure that everything was to our liking I would definitely recommend visit in the future.

Well hello there... I'm delighted to write this review of Tupelo Honey…read more Let me first start off by saying I was fortunate enough to attend the opening of the original one in Asheville, NC then I went to the opening of second one in my hometown of Greenville, SC. I must say Tupelo Honey Is such a beautifully crafted place that pulls you out of the everyday hustle and bustle and places you within the southern comfort and warmth that oozes through the ambiance with smiles when they great you. It's natural unforced southern hospitality from A-Z. Also of note If you're able to please ask for the (Chef's Table) and thank me later! Now to the food I started off with the famous fried green tomatoes as an appetizer then I ordered a fresh squeezed pineapple juice that was just delicious after that the amazing shrimp and grits that's so delightful and the creole sauce is blended to perfection. Here's a little food hack for ya, add pieces of your fried green tomatoes into your shrimp and grits I promise you won't regret it!! for dessert you absolutely have to try the strawberry butter pecan cheesecake!! Whaaaaaat?? Yes... you read that correctly.. so just take my word for it and trust me"The Butler Brand Review" I will always remain true.. Hats off to you Tupelo Honey of Arlington, VA it's awesome to know that the classic signature of your brand remains the same no matter the location!!! But all I ask let's kick it up a notch and put one in NY and CT why not show the Tri state and New England area some love and what they've been missing!!! I'm here to help lol Happy dining, W.D.

Randomly stopped in on our way north from Florida. Great surprise! Excellent food, ample portions,…read moreand very reasonably priced. The brisket was marvelous! And a great staff. I highly recommend Bonnie Blue if your in Virginia. Vin Pascucci

Ate here today and got very sick! Used to come here years ago and the food was really good but it…read morehas really gone downhill. Ordered the pulled pork platter with two sides and it was terrible. The apples were cold and tasteless. With the cornbread they used to give you a big square of homemade cornbread but now you get a little muffin shaped piece about 2" in diameter and hard as a rock (see photo). The pulled pork tasted bad and after about five minutes after I was done, it hit my stomach and I got very sick. Luckily there is a Family Dollar store across the street and I went there and bought some Imodium. Had to stick around and use Bonnie Blue's restroom twice before felt comfortable enough to make the 45 minute drive back to my home. Got home and felt so bad that I went straight to bed. Obviously I got food poisoning at Bonnie Blue's and think they left the pork out too long and this is why. See photo of my my receipt and the pulled pork platter. Will never go back there & would warn others to avoid this place unless you want to possibly get very sick like I did.

Having really enjoyed our meal at Milk & Honey in DC, we were very happy to see another location…read moreopen up in Northern VA.  Though it didn't quite match our other meal, we still enjoyed the food and excellent and very friendly service.  The space is in a strip center with ample parking.   The dining room is pretty noisy and apparently can get a little warm when filled to capacity as it was so we opted to sit in the covered outside area to the side of the restaurant.  This worked out really well.  We ordered the milk & honey latte which was amazing at the DC location.  Here, it was good but just a little sweeter than I would have hoped.  We shared the butter glazed biscuits which were delicious and light with the butter and preserves.  Two of us went for breakfast choices with a Biscoff waffle and a honey butter pancakes.  Though it is listed as a side, the waffle was full side and came with beautiful strawberries and whipped cream.  It was a tiny bit dry but also nice and crispy.  When eaten with the whipped cream it was great and the Biscoff cookie on top was a yummy topper.  The pancakes were like Dutch baby ones - really tall.  The serving was really generous and we ended up taking one home.  The gumbo must have been really good because my dining partner ate it all down before I could get a taste   Our server was very friendly and helpful.  And, even though she was super busy, we never felt at all ignored.  Welcome to VA Milk & Honey!  We are so glad you are here!

Place is a joke. Waited 6 minutes for an employee to even notice im here…read more Only 2 tables occupied. Seems busy chit chattying in kitchen. I can probably walk in here and take everything without them noticing who even took it.

Friendly & casual vibe with a counter set-up where you enter, grab a menu or look at well-lit…read morescreens above the action. You walk along counter admiring the selections of sides, deserts. You order at the end, and find a seat. Your name is called and you pick up at the side counter. The dining area has plenty of seating, a private room looks available to reserve? Dining area & restrooms are bright, clean and inviting. My brother ordered fried fish with a chicken wing,, cabbage and sweet potatoes. He loved the fish & chicken- well seasoned without feeling your blood pressure rise as you indulged- LOL. The sides were good. I did the smothered porkchops - WOW, best that I have had - really enjoyed the main entrée and my sides (greens, black-eye peas). Both meals came with cornbread (another option was a biscuit). I have to say the food, the Staff and the establishment has been my best taste of southern cooking in the DMV area. I ordered chicken wings (6) to go for wife & I to enjoy later. Definitely worth a visit, we will be back - The smothered chops are calling me already. Lunch for two with a take home order of wings & 2 deserts plus tip was around $100.

Been to the old location…read more Been to the new location. I don't get the hype. The food is basic at best. The fish (catfish and croaker) always tastes like it's been fried in grease that needs changing. There's no flavor profile in the food which is weird for a soul-food restaurant. The mixed veggies were absolutely disgusting-- gave them back. I paid $65 for fried catfish with two sides, fried croaker with two sides, a cookie and two drinks---and sadly, the only thing that was sort of worth it was the cornbread, but it tastes like it has coconut in it. I hate coconut. The item that was the most flavorful for me was the black eyed peas/hoppin John (minus the big pieces of fatty meat in them).

The BRISKET BENNIE blew away my expectations. I was thinking it was going to be really good, but it…read morewas amazing. My wife had the omelette and she really enjoyed it. We spoke about it during brunch and we agreed it is hands down the best brunch in Arlington!

Ruthie's showed up in a "New and Hot" search for Fairfax, and it was a great call…read more Located in the old Plow and Hearth spot across from REI in Fairfax Corner, the ambiance is excellent. Bright and open with an integrated coffee bar, the noise level is better than most. Table settings are beautiful with fresh flowers. The food, though, is outstanding. We were there for brunch on a Saturday. We shared the skillet cornbread and deviled eggs and agreed they were excellent, but the deviled eggs were top-notch. For entrees we had a brisket bennie, brisket hash, and fried chicken and biscuits. Everyone said their dish was the best dish. I had the fried chicken - just the right honey and heat, and the biscuits were fluffy, buttery heaven. We were stuffed but Jorge and Matt (one of the owners) dropped off a complimentary order of apple donuts with raspberry jam. I shouldn't be surprised but the chunks of real apple in the donuts - wow. I don't know how they serve food this good in a location this beautiful and such reasonable prices. I guarantee, though, we'll be back for dinner and be regular customers in the future.

Friday lunch date with hubby brought us to Orleans Bistro! Kerisha gave great customer service. We…read morehad happy hour drinks at 11am, and finger licking good food! Will definitely be back.

This place is unbelievable. The food is amazing. The atmosphere is rich and dynamic and fun. Our…read morewaitress Layla welcomed us like family and made us feel at home. This took me back two decades to the last time I visited New Orleans. We need more places in the 'burg with this feel and culture. Thanks for having us! What a pleasure.

Food was amazing Even the kids food was good !…read more Service was great ! Definitely coming back very soon

Best soul food I ever tasted, yall gon remember me the dude with the blonde hair cause imma be backread more

They had amazing customer service and the best crab cake I have ever had in my entire life !! So…read moreglad I got to experience their food!!!

The fried chicken is amazing! The cabbage is awful though. And I had hoped for some collard greens…read morebut they were out. I'd try again though, even if just to get that fried chicken and hope that they have the sides I want. Very friendly staff as well!