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    Southern Suya

    3.9 (75 reviews)
    InexpensiveAfrican, American
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    Quiet
    Good for kids
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    4 oz. Okra and Stew Sauce
    Tristen J.

    Finally tried fufu and okra soup!! [[HIGHLIGHT]]The server was super friendly and the whole place had a warm, family-like vibe.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I ordered on Uber Eats for pickup, and they were just as welcoming when I arrived. Can't wait to come back and try more dishes next time!

    Broad daylight and got violated and it was a dude in a Bentley truck. He came in and ask was it our car, setup maybe
    Joy M.

    The food was decent we intended to eat there and take food to go. During that time our car window was broken out and items stolen. The portions were small maybe if we ate there it would have been larger. It took awhile for the food to be prepared. The location had nice decor I noticed more people ordering to go orders. Total was almost 80$, dude didn't even give a discount with us waiting almost 2 hours and the whole car thing. He was good at finessing us to try this try that. I'm really only interested in red stew, wish I knew someone that could make me a large amount at a good price

    Egusi with  Assorted Meat
    Courtney M.

    Southern Suya was okay. When walking in, there was a line which was cool it gave me more time to make my final decision on what to eat. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Orders for takeout and dine in are taken at the counter and you find anywhere to sit for dine in.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] First sign of things being off was when I was going to select my receipt option the lady at the front quickly selected no receipt for me when I wanted a receipt. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The restaurant gives an event space aesthetic, dark event space ( black ceiling), but none the less event space vibe.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Our order took about 20 minutes to arrive, not too long , and the food was good. The fish was cooked to perfection, flavor explosion. The egusi stew was good, I've received bigger portions at other restaurants and an accompanying bowl of water to eat the stew. I had to ask many times for napkins that I never received. As well as a Togo container for my food. I wish they gave you a plastic Togo container for stew instead of styrofoam. Styrofoam leaks stew. Overall the food is cool with ample free parking.

    Zach C.

    They do not do dine in. We came all the way from Atlanta to try this twice, and the food was on point both times. We had the grilled fish, goat, egusi stew, yam. All of it on point.

    Beef Suya and Pepper Goat combo
    Temi F.

    Great food and loved the chill vibes of the restaurant. Being Nigerian, I am critical of trying other people's food but this did not disappoint! Will definitely be returning.

    Eric M.

    The food here was mind blowing. So much flavour in every single item we had. The stew sauce was my favourite.

    Pounded yam and Egusi Soup with Assorted Meat
    Starshanna M.

    Absolutely loved the food and environment. Even though I was unable to dine in and had to order curbside the employees were patient and helpful. This was my first time trying Nigerian food. I was determined to try the TikTok craze fufu and egusi stew. Once ordered it took about 20 minutes to prepare as it was freshly made to order. When brought out I had the pleasure of talking with the employee who was Nigerian. She welcomed me to trying their popular dish and shared some of her heritage with me and my boys. Next time I visit Atlanta I will love to stop back by.

    Courtnie S.

    Ok the meat pie, freshly baked dough (amazing) meat and veggies inside I didn't care for a certain spice used, it kind of overpowered the dish. I ended up taking out the meat and just eating the dough which I give 5 stars and would order again by itself. The Jallof had great seasoning and pepper I'm not Nigerian but I loved it. The suya also had great season but the texture was not like Suya I've had in the past. Granted, I did come in late for a to-go order but the suya didn't have that freshly made crunch that I love. I actually know for a fact the food was reheated which I'm neither here nor there about but because of freshness and texture wasn't the best meal I've had. I did like the flavor and I liked the raw onions that accompanied the Suya but overall wasn't Ike's (sorry). Customer service was spot on though, food came out quick (freshly microwaved), plenty of parking and overall good vibe inside. Maybe I will try earlier on in the day to get that crispy fresh Suya that makes my mouth water. Thanks for feeding me though because I was starving that night!

    Beef suya and jollof rice

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    The food is tasty and has a kick of spice to it. The service was perfect. Eating in this place is relaxing and clean place to it

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    The joloff rice was good. The fish was not fresh and tasted old. Suya was good and well seasoned. The wait was too long. Nearly an hour.

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    We were stopping over in Atlanta area for a nights rest. Saw this place was nearby and it looked interesting. Food was fantastic.

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    5 years ago

    Food is absolutely amazing. I ordered the jerk suya and had to park my car to handle that meal properly lol

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    Hands down, the best Suya that I have personally tasted in Georgia Grilled to perfection.

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    The meatpies are really good, the filling isn't overwhelmed by veggies, and the dough is soft and moist(not crumbly and dry).

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