Prompt customer service, great recommendations on food options…read more Turkey wing dinner, fried chicken wings, surf n turf, collards green beans yams Mac n cheese corn bread, grilled salmon, mashed potatoes Has a few booths for seating and some chairs for waiting. Clean walls and tables nice vibe with music playing in the background. Cakes on display in a case which looked delicious. The wait wasn't long... can't wait to dig in

I usually go to this spot when craving soul food. Usually order the same thing: fried whiting,…read moreyams and collards. Today I ordered the fried wing dinner. The menu noted that the price was 16.49. When the young man brought me my food, I asked him to let me speak to the manager as she was the person who took my order. She came over and asked what was the problem. I pointed out that the menu noted the dinner was $16.49 and she had charged me $19.99- which was $3.50 more. She asked where did the menu say this price. I showed her the overhead marquee and she responded that they have two and the wrong one was up. I didn't argue- although I could have. Instead I told her she might want to make sure she update the marquee if she wasn't going to honor the price. While there are a lot of young people who work here- the manager wasn't- thus her reply was not anchored in inexperience. I was disappointed that she didn't offer to make it right or acknowledge that it was their error. That's poor customer service. Usually service is good and the food tastes close enough to grandma's that it addresses the craving. Just check your receipt.

Another year, another 5-star review!…read more Johnathan yet again was the gem at the bar! Great service, drinks how we like them, and food worth another visit! Love this place!

I enjoyed the food here and want to come back to try other dishes. I got the crab dip which was…read moregood, but you didn't see much crab. It also comes with fresh and hot baguettes which were enjoyable. I really enjoyed the Cajun pasta. It came with big shrimp and delicious noodles, extremely creamy too. The brisket sandwich was decent, but you could definitely get better brisket elsewhere. The brussel sprouts were really good. It had candied pecans, bacon, and feta cheese mixed in it. It's in a shopping center with plenty of parking. The restaurant itself is a pretty casual setting. Our server was also the bartender even though we didn't sit at the bar. She was also friendly.

Jan 21, 2026 had lunch with wife. The Candied Yam, was very good. Welcoming entry ( nice Jazz music…read more ), spacious and great atmosphere. CONNER, Cashier/Waiter exceptional service! Thank you Candied Yams

Lets just say, it's is oh son refreshing to be able to get well seasoned, gloriously cooked soul…read morefood in the town of Salisbury. My wife ordered fried flounder and I ordered broiled flounder. We kept going back and forth eating from each other's plate because everything was tasting great! The service was great as our waitress was attentive to our needs and the atmosphere of the place is just as good with light jazz playing. I highly recommend that you try Candied Yam, but beware, Sundays after church it is packed to the gills. Thankfully we went on a Saturday afternoon.

Porters Soul Food is fantastic! Everything we have had at Porters has been delicious…read more We can't wait to go back again!!

We went to Porters on the strength of their commercials. With great anticipation, we were set for a…read moregreat soul food experience. So what did we get? Well first of all the place is clean. It resembles a church hall where you would go following service, so quite cozy. The workers were extremely sweet, professional and attentive. So that part was all good. Now the food! So we ordered oxtails, collards and Mac and cheese along with turkey wings, yams and rice. I was shocked at the oxtail portion as well as the quality of the collards. (I eat ALOT of veggies and I swear they tasted like spinach) and if they were collards, they were completely and throughly overcooked. The Mac and cheese had flavor but was very dry. And the rice was simply rice smothered in a cup full of gravy. The wings had a strange taste to them but maybe it was the seasoning used. Yams were just ok nothing special and again, the soupy rice! (LOL) The thing is that the people who work there are soooo nice. It's hard to give this place an unkind review. But, they need to make some flavor profile upgrades. And if oxtails are too expensive, then take them off the menu or adjust your price because serving 2 oxtails and 1 micro bone in the corner does not equate to $17.00. That dish was just all wrong. We talked about whether or not we would go back and give the place a second chance....not really sure. Maybe it was a bad day? It was clear that the community loves them by the way patrons gave shout outs and genuine smiles as they entered the restaurant. The workers there certainly are friendly and just so darn sweet and attentive. I wonder if that amazing hospitality and service provides shade for some of the issues with taste, portion and price. I would probably recommend Porters mildly only because it is a neighborhood soul food spot, working to cater to the community. But a few tweaks are necessary.

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).

A great local place! Meat well smoked and seasoned. Chicken falls off the bone and the sides are…read moreawesome! A great place to bring family and they cater! Great service and a very homey and comfortable dining spot! We will be back!

Forge Southern Comfort Food is farm-to-table at its finest. According to Kimberly, our wonderful…read morehostess, Forge sources many of its products from local farms and gives traditional Southern dishes an innovative twist. Three of us met there for lunch today, and it was delicious. Two of us had the Chicken and Waffles: thick, tender waffles topped with beautifully seasoned fried chicken thighs, then doused tableside by Kimberly with house-made maple-jalapeño syrup. Melting butter and scattered pecans added just the right crunch and richness. I also tried the blue corn grits--creamy, savory, and delicious. Our third guest had the Eggs Benedict with collard greens: perfectly poached eggs, silky hollandaise, and greens that were absolutely "grandma good." Drinks included a great sangria and spicy Bloody Marys, and dessert was carrot cake with homemade vanilla ice cream--golden yellow, egg-rich, custardy, and speckled with real vanilla. Great service, casual ambiance, and down-home, chef-cooked food with a touch of grandma's magic. Definitely recommend.

What a lovely lunch on it way to Sandy Hill! We loved our server Matt and thoroughly enjoyed our…read moreCaesar, Crab Cales (yes, real Maryland style!), and BBQ ribs. We will def visit again on our next trip through North East.

I had a cheesesteak from here and it was amazing! Someone gave it to me so I didn't actually visit…read morethe actual company. The bacon was perfect and thick! The cheese was on point, can't even explain it! Meat to bread ratio was adequate

From the owner: Discover Soulful Flavors at Miss Jan’s Kitchen…read more Craving comfort food that warms your soul and delights your taste buds? Look no further than Miss Jan’s Kitchen! Our l food truck is more than just a place to eat; it's a culinary journey through generations of family recipes and hospitality. Why Choose Us? Authentic Taste: Each dish is crafted with love, using traditional methods and fresh ingredients to bring you the genuine flavors of the home. Signature Dishes: From crispy fried chicken and tender ribs to smoky collard greens and savory mac and cheese, every bite is a taste of home. Friendly Service: We treat our customers like family. Expect warm smiles, friendly conversations, and service that goes above and beyond. Local Love: We source our ingredients from local businesses and suppliers, supporting our community and ensuring the freshest flavors. Convenient & Fast: Perfect for a quick lunch, a family dinner, or catering your next event. Enjoy soul food on the go without sacrificing quality or taste. Join us at Miss Jan’s Kitchen and experience soul food that’s as rich in flavor as it is in tradition. Follow the aroma of Southern spices and join our food-loving community today! Taste the soul. Feel the love. Welcome to Miss Jan’s Kitchen.

Just really good BBQ served with a smile. Everything we got was perfect. Moist BBQ half chicken,…read morethe pit beef was out of this world and the brisket was tasty. We will definitely be back!

Stopped by during breakfast. Had the pancake platter and came with two huge pancakes. They were…read morefluffy and delicious. Also ordered the breakfast burrito. It was okay. Needed a bit of flavor. Today they closed at noon and didn't have any of their classic meats available. I was considering taking some brisket to go but wasn't available. Even though it wasn't too busy, the staff seemed pretty friendly but I never got a refill for my coffee. This place felt like a mom and pops type of establishment. Many older folks seem like they were regulars and the wait staff already knew what to get them. The staff were so kind to the locals! It was a bit on the cold side inside due to the AC blasting but I rather take cold than hot. Hope to get some brisket next time.

The pork chops looked amazing, I can't wait to taste the greens ....The "Staff" is incredible with…read moresouthern charm and grace. The decor has that southern feel ..

Ok so, let me just say I work hard for my money( like everyone does) so if the establishment is not…read morewelcoming I just leave, I got there round 11:30am(they open at 12) the line was down the store bout 50 ppl, so when we got in at 1st I thought maybe they weren't welcoming( but I said just wait it out)then as I ordered I said hmm she is pleasant, she was very nice, I get my food, now with the prices as they are(which is worth every penny might I add) you want to feel appreciated, and this place is so professional and organized by the time I got my food is was about 50 more ppl had arrived, even the customer greet you, I can understand running a business is not easy and this owner got the blueprint, so I say please give this place a try you will love it they are beautiful ppl beautiful food.