Been waiting to give them a try and had an appointment in tukwila so I stopped in for lunch. This is a no frills, southern home cooked food spot with rotating specials. I stopped in about 30 mins after they opened on a friday and they had a lunch rush, everything is cooked to order so be prepared to wait at least 20mins. I ordered the 6oz catfish and chips which came with 3 catfish strips, fries, 1 hush puppy, chips and a drink ($16.99) I also got a side of mac&cheese. The positives: staff was kind, pastor at the counter would make jokes with customers and you could tell they had regulars during lunch time. Fries were well seasoned, hush puppy was good and Mac was acceptable. My only issue with the catfish was that it was overcooked and became a bit chewy (see photo). Sitting in there it seems like the wings were a customer favorite so I would love to go back and try their wings and other sides. Since my order took longer (there was a large order right before mines) the pastor at the counter thanked me for my patience and threw in a dessert. read more

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I love fried chicken. I am always on the hunt for good, good fried chicken. Finally my husband I decided to give this place a shot. Because they have a limited schedule, we've missed being able to try it, but we got lucky this time. Take a look at the menu before you go, they offer different "today's special" items so take a look. We got the fried chicken and the honey spicy wings. I loved this fried chicken and the wings were so good. Honestly it's just simple good fried chicken, it was juicy and not too salty as sometimes breading can be. The wings though, they were my favorite, the sauce on these was so good. You just wanted to keep eating these and I did. I'd like to try more of their items soon. And be aware, there was quite the line already in place when my husband went to get food. It's good food period. read more

This small & locally owned restaurant is only open a few days a week. It's run by a Pastor and you'll catch him running the front of the house. The place is quaint and the people are friendly. And the food here delivers in every possible way. If you appreciate Soul Food and/or Southern Food then this is the place for you. The cabbage here was everything I could ever ask for. I wanted more when I was done. The Mac & cheese didn't look like much to me but man did it serve on tastes. It was cheesy, seasoned and cooked just right. The fried chicken was cooked fresh and seasoned to perfection. My breast was still juicy and piping hot. Call ahead for to go orders or you'll spend your time waiting for the chicken to be fried. The peach cobbler here is not my preferred way to have as I like a pie crust with mine but oh my goodness, I took one bite and couldn't stop savoring this dessert. Do yourself and get you some. Open Fridays & Saturdays, and the menu slightly rotates weekly so check their website ( southerngrill1.com ) to check menu and confirm hours. This place is everything and more that I could ever ask for when it comes to good ole soul food. read more

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I'm back for the'25 people and I will admit, I missed everything about Pastor's Southern Grill! It's only gotten better in every way I could think of! Today I had the 2pc white meat chicken with fries, meatloaf, rice and a brioche bun. Have you ever eaten something and as soon as you took a bite it was like you were a kid again in ma's kitchen?! That's how it felt biting into that chicken! Unbeatable flavor, texture and presentation! I love the Southern Grill crew! They humbled, original and outgoing! We're Blessed to be blessed by their culinary expertise. I really gotta start takin' pics before I start eating...all I have left is bones and a piece of parsley. read more

Felt like some soul food and finally went to check out this place. It's only open Friday and Saturday's. It's a small spot and if you're looking you can easily miss it. When you walk in you'll be greeted and the menu is right in front of you. They'll tell you what's on have on the menu that day. So I ordered the Catfish, Cornbread, Yams, Cabbage & Rice w/ Gravy. Catfish was good....Yams were good....Cabbage was good....Rice w/ Gravy was good.....Cornbread was good too. They don't have meals so u need to buy everything separate. Oh you get a drink and chips with your purchase. I'd recommend this place to everyone. read more

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This is a little hole in the wall place. It is limited hours only open 2 days a week. I had the ox tail special today. They were tough and if there was gravy it was very little. I had had better here before. I usually get chicken wings here which are usually good. You may want to call first because they may not be open even if the website says it's one of their open days. read more

Best southern food in all of Seattle. The place is very genuine with a very unique feel to it. The staff is outstanding, probably the nicest I have encountered in Washington state always asking if everything with a smile and the owner was a great host. Pricing is quite affordable for Seattle would definitely recommend and would go back. My wife said the corn on the cob alone is worth the 40 min drive from our home. read more

Southern Grill - Chicken and Cole slaw - Southern Near Me - Tukwila, Washington

Good vibes inside the restaurant. Would you call it a restaurant? It feels more like a hangout place with great food. The pastor/owner really brings in the Southern hospitality and kindness with ringing up your order. Good conversation and will let go if you're in the mood for silence. The menu centers soul food and the selection changes each business day. They do post the menu on their website beforehand so that can help you plan out. To me, it doesn't matter what their menu is since everything is so good. The food is made to order and is extremely flavorful and cared for. The catfish batter and seasoning is a bundle of joy itself. The fried okra still has a signature sliminess to it that's balanced with the crisp exterior.. The vibes are good enough to eat inside but the food was still great after a drive back home. The only bit of ambiguity is the + on the menu. How much are the extra charges? What else can you stack to lengthen the meal? I got the catfish and asked for two sides and I got "complimentary" soda and chips, and I was thinking, is this part of a set? I was a bit confused. But at the end of the day, if your lunch budget has a little wiggle room, don't sweat the small numbers and just enjoy their good food. read more

Southern Grill - Catfish (6oz) with fried okra - Southern Near Me - Tukwila, Washington

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My husband and I are eating here right now! I wish we would have taken pictures The chicken was the best chicken we ever had in a southern restaurant and I say the same about the chicken! Everything was seasoned perfectly and very crispy and crunchy and freshly cooked!!! Neither me or my husband eat hush puppies ever! We inhaled the hush puppies here omg they were fresh and seasoned so well! We will definitely come again and again and tell everyone!The customer service was down south hospitality that was so amazing ! The older gentleman was so warm and funny and pleasant! The cook that bought the food to our table seemed as though she loves cooking and she cooked with pride She has a warm welcoming smile read more

From the moment you enter it feels nostalgic. No commercialism just straight love and kindness. Pastor Jenkins is a jewel and it was a pleasure to meet him today. Food is hot, flavorful and delicious. If you appreciate real food and you have patience then this is the place for you. If you're looking for something fast like a commercial restaurant then skip this so others can enjoy! read more

This is the kind of place you come to for straightforward home style Southern soul food. If you're looking for fried chicken or fried fish or the special of the day which might turn out to be roasted chicken or ribs or a po boy, this is the stop you want to make. Don't forget to add that peach cobbler on at the end. You'll find some good sides to go with the main dish such as greens, corn on the cob, fries, or anything else on any given day. You might come in and find sweet potato pie. One thing you'll find every time is the good natured disposition of the pastor and the good people in the kitchen making up this delicious food. None of it is to be missef. If you come late in the day they may be out of something and then you only have yourself to blame! read more

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Delicious food and even better service. The pastor that owns this restaurant is truly an amazing man. This local spot is delicious. The menu changes but you really can't go wrong with anything you get. This time around we got 2 orders of fried chicken, mac n cheese, rice and gravy and their dessert, which was sweet potato dumplings. We started with the dessert. Oh boy was it delicious. Cooked perfectly not too sweet, but so flavorful. I wanted more. The chicken was extra crispy and fresh, as they make it fresh to order. The sides were also delicious. Cannot wait to go back and see what the pastor is cooking up! read more

Southern Grill - Sweet potato dumplings - Southern Near Me - Tukwila, Washington

After landing in Sea Tac, we were craving some fried chicken and were incredibly fortunate to stumble upon this small shop. It's a small corner shop next to the gas station with tables inside for eating some of the best fried chicken I've ever had. We all got the spicy honey wingettes with Mac n cheese plus the plate came with a small coconut cornbread muffin. Absolutely delicious on all fronts and fresh!! On top of that, the staff working there was incredibly kind, friendly, warm and fun to chat with. If you're craving southern comfort food, look no further, this is the spot you must stop at. read more

The food is amazing. Different specials on deck every week but fried chicken, fried chicken drummettes, and fried fish & chips, and honey spicy wings are always on the menu. The fried food is made to order so don't be in a rush. Free can of soda and bag of chips for every entree ordered. read more

Good food, EXCELLENT customer service! We had a small group and ordered food to-go. We all ordered baby back rib meals with mac-n-cheese, yams, and extra butter-rolls. And an order of catfish. The rib are slow smoked to perfection, so the meat falls right off the bone. The butter-rolls are buttery AND sweet, almost like Hawaiian bread (yum!) The owner works the freon counter and was very friendly and conversational. He chatted with our group while we were waiting for our food (which took about 10 minutes). And, we were offered some free samples while we waited. When we got our food the smokey smell of the meat had my mouth watering. Mmmmmm... Looking forward to coming back to try the fried chicken, oxtails, and to have more butter rolls :) read more

Southern Grill - Rib meal - Southern Near Me - Tukwila, Washington

I am so happy I finally got to try this place!! They are only open 2 days a week... and now are finally open again during these COVID times. I placed a phone order and it was ready right when I got there. The front desk and chef were so welcoming and friendly! I loved our small talk. They offered me hot sauce and made sure my fried chicken boxes had holes in them so it stayed crunchy. Everything was DEEEELCIOUS. This is the best bbq / southern food I've had in this state. The baby back ribs were tender and fell right off the bone, and they were salted perfectly and went well with the spicy bbq sauce. The fried chicken was crunchy and moist on the inside, and sooo tasty! I also got the "glory hot" wingettes and WOW! I loved them. It had a great flavor and a nice caramelized see crispy coating. To me, it was only a little spicy, so it's not hot as one may expect. It came with a soft warm roll too. I had an amazing take home dinner today and will be back!!! read more

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A hidden gem! Originally from NC, I have been searching far and wide for the down home plates I remember from my childhood Sundays. Dropped to order, piping hot and deliciously seasoned fried chicken, catfish and vegetarian collards I could hardly believe didn't have pork fat! Aside from the food, the pastor and kitchen team were warm and welcoming. Didn't mind us hanging around with a baby while we ate. Just a wholesome time - only open Fridays and Saturdays. read more

So here's the deal , the honest truth . I've had soul food in almost every state , including around WA state . And this by far is the best i have had . Flavorful but not salty , crispy but not hard . Soul food isn't just about cooking it's the process that goes into it , the care , the culture.. and I tasted that here . Only open 2 days a week , and about a 15-20 min wait for your food but who don't mind waiting for fresh and hot food ! A must go in WA ! And the service was amazing! read more

Southern Grill - Mac and cheese, rice and gravy , cornbread and winglets - Southern Near Me - Tukwila, Washington

I always look forward to the weekend thanks to Southern Grill authentic soul food with amazing hospitality. Red beans and rice are my favorite. read more

Southern Grill - Southern catfish and red beans - Southern Near Me - Tukwila, Washington

I REALLY enjoyed the food today. The man at the register who took my order, I assume is the owner. He was a very friendly and personable gentleman. I was sad the oxtail stew was not available today, but was surprisingly impressed with the "Peanut Butter Chicken"! Never heard of such a thing and I thought it was delicious! The fried chicken was some of the best I've ever had - juicy inside with a crunchy and tasty outside. The catfish was cooked perfectly, good taste on the cornmeal coating. Cornbread was good,the hush puppies very good. I ordered the collard greens but was mistakenly given a side of rice & gravy. I definitely recommend and will definitely come back! read more

Southern Grill - Peanut butter chicken! - Southern Near Me - Tukwila, Washington

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this is actually the greatest place i've ever eaten at. The food is so amazing we're already planning to do a road trip next year just to swing by this place to get the food again. When we landed in Seattle the first night, we werent sure where to eat, and we decided to eat here. I got the bbq ribs meal and my girlfriend got the catfish meal. The ribs were so juicy and tender and the meat just fell off the bone. The catfish was seasoned so well that we were left wanting for more when we finished it all. The homemade fries tied everything together and the cornbread was delicious. We came back the following saturday and dined in. I had the 4 piece fried chicken with fried okra and cornbread and my girlfriend had the bbq ribs and crawfish side. The fried chicken was the most amazing fried chicken ive ever had. It was so crispy and fresh and the fried okra, which was the first time ive ever had fried okra, was absolutely amazing. I'll definitely make the 1100 mile trip just to come back here next year read more

Southern Grill - Bbq ribs and crawfish - Southern Near Me - Tukwila, Washington

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All my expectations were shattered when my best friend and I went to eat at this place. Food was not terrible but is certainly below mediocre, I envisioned southern food at its best, but what we got was bland, dry, fried chicken, mediocre okra, and ok oxtail. If you know what southern food is supposed to look and taste like, this is not your place, save your money and head south as fast and far away from this place as you can. In a nutshell: ** 2 stars for warm and friendly service read more

Southern Grill - Fried chicken - Southern Near Me - Tukwila, Washington

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This has been my friend's and my white whale. Every time we come here, they're always closed or they didn't pick up the phone. The experience wasn't too bad. However, when we first walked into the Southern Grill, the man at the front was a little unorthodox. He wasn't really the best at customer service. When we asked him about the ribs, he went and checked on the status of the ribs since they had problems with the smoker. The gentleman left us hanging for a good 10 minutes without an answer. By the time he came back, he let us know that they're about ready. Since my friend is from the North Carolina, I told him to give some of his Southern charm and the man began to warm up to us. They called him "Pastor" in the kitchen. He was really nice, but you can tell he was a bit inexperienced tending the front. My friend and I ordered a 1/2 slab of the Slap Your Mama's Back Ribs and a 3 piece of the fried chicken. The fried chicken took about 20 minutes because they cook it made to order. When we got the food, we were pleasantly surprised. I could've eaten a whole pound of the chicken skin alone. We loved the fried chicken! The ribs weren't too bad either, but there was just a little bit too much liquid smoke on them, but still good. Overall, I enjoyed our meal. The fried chicken and okra were the stars. I'll definitely come back again for their daily specials like the Oxtail and the Catfish. read more

Southern Grill - Slap Your Mama's Back Ribs and Fried Chicken w/ Okra - IG: @nelson_eats - Southern Near Me - Tukwila, Washington

Support our local black business! This is THE place for fried chicken and ribs. Because of covid, I was only able to take the order to go. The food was so good, after I got the order, I started eating in my car (I don't usually do that). The spice, favor and texture were all perfect! Owner and his family are very nice people! Really hope they can open on more days. read more

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This place is not exactly noticeable, thankful we put it into our GPS. It's totally unassuming, unnoticeable, but definitely worth trying. The guy working the register told us the ribs were fall-off-the-bone delicious. I really don't even like ribs, but he seemed so genuine, had to give them a shot. Let me just say, they were phenomenal! I didn't have to use my fingers, the plastic fork was perfect for eating the ribs. I am not even a fan of BBQ sauce, but their sauce was fantastic. I am in Tukwila for work, my friend happened to be here, for work, at the same time. This was a last minute decision, but so worth it. I would definitely come here again, if I ever get the opportunity. It was great! read more

Southern Grill - Southern Near Me - Tukwila, Washington

Amazing food. Pastor is friendly and fun. Dont pass up this hidden gem. Our new place to stop on the way to the airport.

WOW! We stopped by after a soccer tournament and enjoyed the food. Highly recommend anything on the menu. Very friendly staff. Locally owned. read more

A best kept secret, no longer a secret! I tried the Fried chicken with mac & cheese, baked beans and cornbread. The food is worth the wait and the drive. Also tried the babyback ribs as a sampler, and ended up walking away with a rack of deliciousness to take home for dinner. The recipes are all family recipes, tried and true! They are only open two days of the week (Thursday and Saturday), with limited hours and apparently they also take call in / to go orders. read more

So good and such friendly people here. We got the fried chicken with red beans and rice, catfish with Mac and cheese and the meatloaf. They were all DELICIOUS! read more

I wish I had taken a photo but we ate the food too fast! We tried the fried chicken, ribs and wings! All were very good. Their sides are super yummy, the cabbage was for sure my favorite. This is going to be my go to spot for fried chicken going forward! My friend ordered the food and picked it up for us. She said was nice and friendly! read more

Very good food and service , hours are the only problem as they're only open the weekends

This is the best fried chicken I've ever had. Not greasy at all, which is amazing. Our to-go order stayed crispy during the 25 min drive back to W Seattle. It took all of my willpower not to grab a drumstick during that ride because the smell coming from the bag was heavenly. I also got an order of oxtail which was tender and well seasoned. If I didn't already clean off a 4-pc chicken I probably could have demolished it- but now I have second dinner. For sides- we ordered the okra and fries. I might skip the okra next time (it didn't survive the drive as well as the chicken). My husband enjoyed the fries though. The chicken takes about 20 min to cook so plan accordingly if you're hangry. read more

Delicious meatloaf sammie on grilled bun. Sandwich is good n hot as well as filling w cheese and onion rings. I wanted to stay under $10 so went with the chips (comes with). There's 4 tables that seat 4 each and a counter that faces the street. I really loved my meal and will be back when I'm in Southcenter. read more

Southern Grill - Meatloaf sandwich. - Southern Near Me - Tukwila, Washington

We have had fried chicken all over the South and these guys are by far the best we've ever had... Even better than the food are the people.... So warm and friendly and inviting.... So if you are looking for the best fried chicken around then go and check them out.... You won't be disappointed... read more

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Oh my goodness y'all! This place is absolutely amazing. From the second you go in, you feel the southern hospitality! I got the catfish meal with Mac and cheese as the side, it was absolutely delicious. I grew up in the south and I've been on the hunt for great southern food since I moved here and this is it!! The food takes around 20 mins to cook but is is 100000% worth it! read more

Southern Grill - Catfish with Mac n cheese - Southern Near Me - Tukwila, Washington

Delicious food, but a bit disorganized. The day I went, they didn't really have any veggie options, just fries, salad, mac and cheese, and potato salad. The fried chicken was amazing, and the best out of all of them. The catfish player was also good, but the size of fish was really tiny. The dipping sauce that came with it was excellent, like a mixture of fry sauce and tartar sauce. The ribs had great taste and were literally 'fall-off-the-bone', but some parts of it were charred and there were a few random pieces of broken bone throughout the meat. The mac and cheese and potato salad were both good, but the Caesar salad didn't come with caesar salad dressing. Otherwise this an excellent BBQ fried chicken place. read more

Found them on yelp and drove 15 minutes because the website stated their grand reopening would be today and the location was closed. No signs of possibly being remotely open read more

Southern Grill - Southern Near Me - Tukwila, Washington

Spotlessly clean restaurant is always a good sign. I enjoyed the dark meat fried chicken. Very moist. The coating was thin but crispy and not greasy and perfectly seasoned. The cooked cabbage side was even better. I don't know what their recipe is but was subtly smoky, savory and with a bit of heat. I could have eaten a bucket. You could tell by the customers coming in and out that they have a lot of regulars, which is no surprise. Lovely staff too. If I lived here I'd be a regular myself! read more

Southern Grill happened to be across the street from one of my appointments and my rep said he'd been driving past and wanted to try it, so in we went. They have limited hours (10:30-4) so plan ahead if you want some very delicious Southern food served up by incredibly friendly people. The inside is small - maybe 4 or 5 tables. We missed the lunch rush but there was still a steady stream of people coming in for carry outs and the phone kept ringing with new orders. The menu is small and changes frequently - some items are only available on certain days (catfish, some kinds of chicken). There's a full compliment of Southern sides - greens, okra, cornbread dressing, mac'n'cheese to go with whatever you order. The owner bragged about his burgers being hand ground and formed, so I picked a cheeseburger and the person I was with went with a pulled pork sandwich. Sandwiches come with a side - I picked hand cut fries. My burger was, in a word, amazing. You can tell they used good, fresh ingredients from the bun to the meat to the toppings. It was juicy but not greasy and really well seasoned. Same with the fries - perfectly crisp, not greasy, with creamy insides and just a touch of salt. My rep loved his sandwich - he said it was just the right amount of kick. This is cooking from people who care. Speaking of, the people that run Southern Kitchen could not be nicer - everyone from the owner at the counter to the ladies making the food were so friendly. The prices are reasonable too. I'd absolutely look to come back here - next time for their famous fried chicken. read more

Oh my goodness the wait is well worth it . Fried chicken made to order . Absolutely delicious and I love the vibe here . I literally felt so comfortable eating here almost like having a home cooked meal lol I wanted to take me shoes off lol the people here are so sweet !!! Potatoe salad on point , Mac and cheese on point . Lol I have to make a second order while I eat so I can take home to my daughter to have some . It's that great ! I'm big supporting local restaurant owners . No regrets coming here today :) read more

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