[[HIGHLIGHT]]The ambiance is chill but upscale and classy. Black and gold everything and local art work invite you into the space.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The hostess was insightful and inviting, like eating at someone's house who loves you. Outside of all of that the Mediterranean lamb was phenomenal. As someone who has eaten lamb in the Middle East this was delightful, with the rice and flavorful kale it's a wonderful bite full. Large serving sizes...and that grilled pound cake lawd read more

The SoulFood Lounge - Mediterranean Lamb - Soul Food Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

[[HIGHLIGHT]]The restaurant is small and quaint with about 8-9 tables, I would highly suggest reservations.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We were greeted and sat promptly, infused water was bought to the table and within 3-4 minutes the server arrived. [[HIGHLIGHT]]While we waited music was being played so its hard to have a conversation. Music is pretty loud in this small space[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]. We decided on the 3 entrees for 69.00 with a glass of wine. We chose the pepper steak, smothered chicken, orange chicken, catfish and spaghetti, and the bbq catfish. Overall the food was ok., The bbq fish was a little to fishy and the smothered chicken was heavily salted. The star of our 6 dishes was the fried piece of catfish. The food came out quickly but nothing was piping hot. The server was OK as well, he did exactly what we expect of a server nothing more nothing less. I will say next time I would take the drive to the West side location, to me the food choices are better as well as the service. read more

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Please don't bother coming here. The original Soul Food Lounge is far superior. I went last night with a friend as a walk-in and the 'floor manager' made a huge fuss about us not having a reservation despite having 4 clearly open tables. Throughout our dinner 3 tables remained opened all night. The waitstaff was rude and never bothered refilling our waters. 1 glass of water each is all we got. [[HIGHLIGHT]]My menu was dirty.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The food came after a moderate wait and was room temperature. No steam, cheese unmelted etc. My friend's food was also cold. The waiter admitted the plates were cold and still make a big stink about warming them. We didn't ask for anything to be remade, just warmed. Straight attitude. The biggest issue was after we ate, the waiter immediately came up to us, asking us to pay our bill, We asked if we could order dessert first and he did not give us a dessert menu. We chose an item based off of what he told us, and he told us that he would HAVE TO put it in a to go container, but could not explain why. The moment he said this two parties had just walked in to be seated so they weren't closing anytime soon. We told them they had to put our food on a proper plate, And he forced us to pay the tab before putting in the order... Lastly, in an attempt to get us to leave faster, they came to clear our table 4 different times before we were ready to leave, The policy states that every table gets 90 minutes to dine, all of this was at the 45 minute mark. We were also encouraged to leave because of a "Private event" And when I asked why the other tables weren't being asked to do the same, I was told it was a "Semiprivate event". [[HIGHLIGHT]]We were quiet and courteous and dressed better than a number of patrons that we're wearing sweatpants and slides, But single out because we were significantly younger than the median age.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The final slap in the face is when the waiter asked my friend if she was single as we were leaving stating it was "Worth a shot" 2 people $200 for the most abysmal service. 7/10 food, skimpy protein. Never again, just go to Cooper Hawks. read more

The SoulFood Lounge - Grand Tasting - Soul Food Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Wheeeeww. What an amazing dining experience at the Soul Food Lounge. This is my first time visiting and I'm just in awe of how good the food is.. I opted to try the grand tasting experience where we got to sample three entrées and also got a glass of wine and a lemonade as well as the dessert with our meal.. when I tell you, I was shocked to see the portion sizes of this food. I definitely took the leftovers home. The food was delicious and you definitely get a bang for your buck. They don't just give you little small plates, but honestly, I felt like each was easily the size of a full-size entrée at another restaurant.. I got the Carolina salmon, the southern fried catfish, and the lake superior whitefish. For dessert I got the carrot cake and boy was all of this so delicious. I will definitely be back and we'll probably not do the grand tasting because that is just too much food and will opt for just one entrée but even seeing someone get that when I say the portion sizes were so hearty. I'm definitely interested. Also i am interested in coming back for brunch also. Since this is my first time here, the waitress was definitely patient with me and gave a lot of great suggestions. read more

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The food was INCREDIBLE!!!! The service was very nice. The flavors were put together nicely. Only set back was my lemon was burnt crispy, lol. It's ok. I didn't use it. The drinks were really good too. read more

The SoulFood Lounge - Carolina Crme Salmon and Pan Polenta - Soul Food Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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My friend & I had lunch here it was soooooooooooo good. 10 button and beyond. Our waiter Kendall was very knowledgeable about the menu. I had the Poboy shrimp Mardi Gras Blackened RichBoy(Mmm Good) my friend ordered the Cajun fajitas on pita bread, but that MAC CHEESE tho?! Babyeeeeeeeeeeee it's A MUST try. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The restaurant plays 90's and some old school music which I was moving to while eating that delish fooood, very quiet, it was just me and my friend and another few ladies.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] They only do reservations, no walk IN. Oh and the lemonade.... I had a mix of passion fruit and berry! Rightttttttttttttt.....lol. Please TRY. Posting pics down below. I'm planning my next trip back rn......lbvs read more

The SoulFood Lounge - Passion fruit & berry lemonade - Soul Food Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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On May 8, 2026, I placed an order through Grubhub from Soul Food Lounge 2. I ordered the stuffed turkey leg with mac and cheese. There was absolutely no mention of shrimp anywhere in the item description or photos on the app. I was home sick with a cold and looking forward to my meal. When the order arrived and I opened it, the turkey leg was filled with shrimp. I am highly allergic to shellfish, and this could have turned into a very serious medical emergency. I immediately called the restaurant and spoke with a young man who told me the manager would call me back. About 45 minutes later, she finally did, but she showed very little concern about the situation. She said she would call me back again, but never did. Because of the cross-contamination and undisclosed ingredients, I had to throw the entire meal away and take Benadryl. Food allergies should always be taken seriously. Saying the information "used to be on the site" or "was taken down" is not an acceptable excuse when someone's health and safety are involved. The customer service was extremely disappointing, and I also had to file a claim with Grubhub to request a refund for the wasted food. A shellfish allergy is serious. Restaurants must clearly disclose shrimp and other allergens on every delivery platform and menu description. I will not be returning or recommending this restaurant. Zero stars. read more

The SoulFood Lounge - Stuffed Turkey Leg with Mac and Cheese and a surprise ingredient Shrimp. - Soul Food Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

5 stars for flavor, value, and hospitality! Soul Food Lounge in Beverly is a must-visit for anyone who loves soulful cooking and generous portions. For $69 (excluding tax & gratuity), you get three entrées and a glass of wine--red or white. It's the kind of deal that satisfies your cravings without hurting your wallet. What to order: * Red beans and rice with pound cake (don't question it--just try it!) * Risotto that's creamy, rich, and unforgettable * Honestly, everything on the menu hits [[HIGHLIGHT]]The space is cozy and intimate, perfect for a night out or a small group dinner.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Franchon, our hostess, made the experience even better with her warm, attentive service. Whether you're vegetarian, pescatarian, carnivore, or somewhere in between, you'll find something to love. Just make sure to arrive early--this spot fills up fast! Heads up: Parking is along Hale Ave ONLY. Do NOT park in the lot across the street--you'll be towed immediately. read more

The SoulFood Lounge - Grand Tasting - Soul Food Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Me and my family had a wonderful dining experience. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Top-tier service, delicious food, and great atmosphere.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Also, if your undecided on what to pick, give the Grand Tasting a try. Trust me you will not be disappointed! read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Nice place to enjoy a quiet lunch or dinner.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] My food came out in ample timing hot flavorful and fresh. Waitress was pleasant and informative regarding the meals. This is a cashless environment read more

The SoulFood Lounge - Stuff mac turkey leg with jerk shrimp - Soul Food Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I had been wanting to try this Black owned establishment for quite some time as I have passed by it several times. I knew this was their second location - the original one is located on the West side. Came here on 12/13/24 to celebrate my b-day with a buddy - reservations are required and you must put a credit card down to hold the reservation. When asked on the reservation about what event you would be there for I indicated my birthday. To be fair and honest, I feel it necessary to break this review down and rate by categories. Restaurant Vibe - 4 stars - when you walk in, you are amazed by the beautiful decor inside. Very intimate and relaxing vibe - they have great soulful, jazzy music playing while dining. Restaurant Location Size - 3 stars - This restaurant is really small - has to be the smallest restaurant I've been to. We were seated by the kitchen which I personally didn't like because staff traffic was heavy in that area. Staff was standing near where we were seated because, the place is too small for them to be anywhere else so my friend and I didn't really feel like we had privacy to have conversation. With that being said, unfortunately, I wouldn't recommend for a date spot. Restaurant Venue Temperature - 1 star - COLD! I am in total agreement with Thebigdopedill M.'s review who visited the establishment 22 days before I did. Shunica R.'s review also mentioned the fact that inside was cold! I was uncomfy and so was my friend. We discovered that we were sitting right below an air vent that was blowing cold air! They had a portable heater that was on but it wasn't solving the issue. This needs to be fixed ASAP - as a customer, I shouldn't be uncomfortable when dining at an establishment in the winter. Staff - 4.5 stars - Mostly all staff were kind, friendly and helpful. Our main waiter was Isaiah who was very young and soft spoken. He was okay. The older staff made sure you were good with everything and checked on us often. Restaurant Food - 4 stars - Food is delicious with really nice sized portions. I enjoyed the gorgeously decorated lobster dish and tasted my friend's pot roast - it was tender and flavorful. This would of been given 5 stars but my food was not piping hot when I received it. After about 5 minutes, my dressing was cold. Grilled pound cake took me to another world beyond - HEAVENLY! Really enjoyed. A suggestion I would make that has been mentioned in other reviews is to either have appetizers on the menu or at least some bread on the table while waiting on your entree to come. It's odd that there aren't any starters on the menu. My opinion is this: the beautiful vibe is so nice inside but the small size of the restaurant along with heating issues - even the dinnerware just didn't seem to fit the posh and intimate vibe - the dinnerware were plain white china that looked cheap. Now I did love the gold flatware, it matched the black and gold theme inside. This isn't their first location - spend a little extra money and buy some nice dinnerware that coincides with the beautiful and decorative food presentation they give. Unfortunately, I cannot return with there being heating issues. I had to take a hot shower when I got home just to warm up and that shouldn't be. My friend let the waitstaff know it was my birthday but the only thing I was wished was a verbal "Happy Birthday". I feel there should be some improvement there as well for more of an acknowledgement like a card or free dessert. read more

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During our recent visit to Chicago from Michigan, someone recommended the Soul Food Lounge. We had no idea the exquisite culinary delight that awaited us! The unique flavors, beautiful presentation of the food, [[HIGHLIGHT]]the jazzy ambiance & music was 5 star.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The proprietor, Tiffany, elevated the experience with her warm hospitality & joyful presence. Our waitress, Franchon was second to known! Thank you Soul Food Lounge for creating a new standard for Soul Food dining! Roger & Dorothy Lewis, East Lansing, MI read more

The SoulFood Lounge - At the Soul Food Lounge - Soul Food Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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The SoulFood Lounge 2, located in the Beverly neighborhood, on the south side of Chicago, offers a globally inspired culinary experience. Chef Quentin Love has a unique menu that blends soul food traditions with international flavors, featuring dishes like Argentinian chimichurri pot roast, Dominican coconut catfish, and Hong Kong honey shrimp. I visited with two close friends who chose the Grand Tasting option. They thoroughly enjoyed everything they tried! The dining experience here stands out compared to some other Black-owned restaurants I've visited in Chicago. What makes it unique is the "Grand Tasting" menu, where you can select three entrées and enjoy a complimentary glass of wine and lemonade --all for $70. The portion sizes for each dish from the Grand Tasting were incredibly generous--much larger than I anticipated. It felt like having three full lunch-sized servings! Our drinks and food arrived at a decent time. In case you are a slow eater, they do bring the dishes out back to back. The ambiance was elevated by a musician playing piano alongside jazz music--a great touch in the background. Once the food arrived, I sampled my friends' dishes--the Japanese Teriyaki Salmon and the stuffing from the Maine Stuffed Lobster. Each bite of the salmon was bursting with incredible flavor! I wasn't too big of the fan of the stuffing flavor. It tasted sweeter than I would have preferred; making me wonder if someone added jiffy mix or some unnecessary sugar. I opted for the Dominican Coconut Catfish Mangu from my own plate. Since this was a regular entrée and not part of the Grand Tasting, it came in a full portion size. Naturally, I had leftovers for the next day--and they tasted just as amazing! The vibe at The SoulFood Lounge is fantastic--perfect for date nights or a fun outing with friends. They also have a sister location, the original spot, on Chicago's west side in the North Lawndale neighborhood. Due to the cozy seating, making reservations is highly recommended. I can't wait to return! read more

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Was so excited to try this place after hearing about it a while ago. Nothing short of amazing. The waitress was so kind and easy going. She made us feel like family. The ambiance was pretty chill there was live music the night we went. Super small and intimate restaurant experience. We did the culinary taste experience. You choose 3 entrees for one price. I choose the orange chicken, seafood dressing with lobster tails and the tuscan pasta. My favorite was the seafood dressing. My husband also did the tasting experience he got the gumbo ramen, white fish and Tokyo shrimp. That white fish and shrimp was delicious. Our reservation was for 7pm I believe the restaurant closes at 9. After we were done with our dinner we wanted dessert. But they were out of most things except carrot cake. The waitress ended up getting us the grilled pound cake and it didn't disappoint. Delicious moist cake with a caramel sauce just delicious. I definitely recommend and want to go back and try the brunch. read more

The Real Date Night Restaurant to Go to!! [[HIGHLIGHT]]We truly loved this place, the Foods, Drinks (non-alcoholic for us), music (semi-live) Jazz and the attentive waitstaff!![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] It's expensive, but Truly worth the cost!! read more

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Having experienced the Grand Tasting menu during Restaurant Week 2024, I decided I wanted to check out the Southside location. The menus and offerings here are different from the Westside location: at this location you get a complimentary glass of wine/bubbles or dessert with your meal. There is still the 18% gratuity added on to the bill and the $20 corkage fee for BYOB, which can only be wine or champagne. You definitely need to make a reservation as there is no space for walk-ins. This space actually looks smaller than the Westside location. The decor is mostly black, which is my favorite color. There was a violin player performing during our meal (lovely) and the staff was lovely and attentive, checking in on us. For dinner, I ordered the following: Argentinian Chimichurri Pot Roast ( herb crusted potatoes , winter vegetable medley), Bayou Blackened Shrimp Tamales (creole cream sauce, cilantro, scallions) and the New Orleans Gumbo Yakamein (Cajun fried perch, seafood savory gravy). The Argentinian Chimichurri Pot Roast and New Orleans Gumbo Yakamein were life giving. For the Grand Tasting, you get to choose three entrees, which are of a smaller size than the main entrees. Honestly if the portions were any bigger, it would be too much food. As it was, I ended up taking the gumbo home and having it the next day (highly recommend doing that). The chimichurri sauce and the flavoring of the pot roast was very complimentary. When reading the description on the menu, I wasn't totally feeling the idea of the winter veggie medley, but SFL proved me wrong. The veggies were a nice addition to the meat...no veggie was left behind. Bayou Blackened Shrimp Tamale was a disappointment for me. It is not something I would ever order again. I am not sure what the flavor palette was supposed to be, but it seemed to be lacking in flavor all together. The other issue I had with this dish was that the tamale itself was a strange texture, not like the traditional mesa dough. I am not sure what the dough was, but it didn't work for me. The New Orleans Gumbo Yakamein was so unexpected and so good! I mean the blending of gumbo with a Yakamein style soup blew my mind! Honestly I can't comment on the flavors of the dish on the day it was served. For me, eating something the next day just taste better because it seems like the flavors have time to settle. Man I had that dish the next day and it was amazing. The soft boiled egg and the fried perch held up well. I ended up cutting up the fish to add to the dish. I also cheated and added some leftover lime cilantro rice I had to it...that dish gave me chills. I finished off the meal with the grilled pound cake with ice cream, which is also at the Westside location. I love this a lot because it is not overly sweet. As Gino A wrote in his review, I wish they would take a little more time in spacing out the dishes. I went to this location with fellow Yelper Latrice A, so we were sitting at a two top table, which was not that big. I agree, the dishes are very good and should not be rushed to make room for the next dish. Despite the misstep with the tamale, SFL 2 was a wonderful experience and I will be taking The Doctor and Queen there for dinner. read more

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The service is awful. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The parking lot was full with only few people on inside.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I don't like that we had to leave a credit card number to book the reservation. They take out gratuity without giving you a receipt and still beg for a tip. Totally awful. I would never return there and then it was our anniversary. Don't even give you a piece of chocolate candy or anything. We would've definitely went somewhere else we put in the note we were celebrating our anniversary not even a card. They wanted everybody to pay for the $80 something dollar sampler tray which was awful instead it was three of us. We could all order one sample tray and sample it amongst us. The guy still told us we had to still purchase another entrée. The food was so sold, but my Sister-in-law said it was way too salty for her. My husband said a little bit salty for him. It was OK for me but overall, we did not like our experience starting with the Parking and the booking with the credit card online. read more

I was discriminated against and treated very poorly. I always support Black owned businesses and today I was very disappointed and felt extremely uncomfortable by staff. I was confused on who my server was, the host was a darkskinned short lady with a short hair cut and glasses with long green nails. To my understanding and experience also working in this industry , not only is certain nail color deemed unprofessional but also having rhinestones on each finger. [[HIGHLIGHT]]When my sister and I expressed no interest in their food menu and noticed how tight the dining space was, we decided to pay for a mango rosemary lemonade and leave.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The young man who initially greeted us with "infused lemon water" which was essentially tap water not only failed to state his name upon initial greet but also had an AirPod in his ear which is also unsanitary and dangerous not just to him but staff as well. In all my years of dining out I have never experienced social discrimination the way I did tonight . Not only was your staff rude and the host tried to ring in a food order, she was loud and causing a scene because I stated I didn't want to order food and I requested the check. The young man then proceeded to give me a styrofoam cup and told me and my sister "yall good to go" as if that was their nice way of making us leave. I offered to pay even though there is 18% auto gratuity and it's a cashless location. This was my first time and definitely my last time ever visiting this place and I intend to contact BBC as well. Do better!! read more

Amazing service and even better food. Our server was attentive and warm without being overbearing. The food was thoughtfully prepared, and super flavorful! The ambiance sealed the deal. I'd highly recommend for a date night, as the live music set the perfect tone for an evening dinner. This place delivers! read more

The SoulFood Lounge - Soul Food Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Let's get right to it: The restaurant is really small, like so small that no matter where you sit, you're going to see who's coming in and going out. Nicely decorated and clean, but definitely cozy. The grand tasting is worth it but I wish it would have come with a dessert instead of lemonades and wine. I didn't need two drinks. I had the gumbo ramen dish, the seafood dressing and the pot roast. The pot roast was my favorite, though not as tender as I'd make. However the chimichurri sauce was the cherry on top! The service was standard-nothing exceptional but not bad at all. I'd come back because the food was definitely good. I think I'll try the first location next. read more

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Cozy, elegant space with beautiful lighting and ambiance. The servers are all smiles, very knowledgeable and patient. The owner checked each table making sure guests were enjoying themselves and to see if there were any questions. The food was an experience in itself. I decided to indulge in the "tasting menu". For 59$ choose any three entrees and be prepared for an explosion of flavors. I started with the gumbo; hands down the best I have ever had. Nice rich roux, two types of noodles, shrimp, crab, lobster, clams, scallions, hard boiled egg and crispy, cajun fried perch. Then there was the barbecue brisket; roasted low and slow, sweet and savory served with roasted potatoes and street corn. Now for the buttered lobster tail; delicious "southern"cornbread dressing with crab, crawfish and grilled asparagus. Who has room! But, it's dessert time; two slices of grilled pound cake served with vanilla ice-cream, caramel drizzle and garnished with a mint leaf. The tasting menu includes unlimited lemonade in mango, passion fruit or hibiscus. I absolutely love live music! Besides Paris, this violinist was the best I ever heard. I'll be back! read more

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My wife and I were celebrating our 32nd anniversary. We wanted to try a new restaurant. It was our first time there. We weren't quite sure what to expect. But, the food surpassed our expectations. We had the brunch. It was so much food we couldn't eat all of it. It was so good! Our waiters were very attentive and patient. I highly recommend this place. read more

The SoulFood Lounge - Soul Food Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Celebrated birthday here with my family. We had a 5pm reservation on a Saturday. We were seated around 5:15pm, so wasn't too bad of a wait despite having a reservation. The restaurant is tiny so not a lot of tables to have available. I thought the decor was nice, the music was jamming, but the chairs were really uncomfortable. The servers and the hostess were really sweet and helpful. 3/4 of us had the grand tasting. I chose the pot roast, Mac n crème and stuffed lobster. I wasn't crazy about the pot roast, but I know it's a fan fave so must've just been me. The Mac n crème was rich deliciousness. The stuffed lobster was overcooked but the presentation was beautiful and the dressing on the side was awesome. I wish I tried the bbq brisket. My sister had that and it was so flavorful. The one thing I didn't like at all was the tamale. It needed a spicy sauce or something to else for heat and acid. Dessert knocked it out the park. My son devoured the chocolate chip pound cake and I just loved the caramel cake. It was the best dessert we had. read more

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Quality food and great atmosphere with attentive service. It's nice to have more options on the Southside especially this supper lounge experience. It's perfectly intimate so you can receive good service, hear the folks across from you, enjoy live music all while dining in tasty food. As a foodie, I appreciate that this is based on various cultures soul food. It was 3 of us so I'll focus on what we liked. The pot roast was super tender as if it marinated for days. It's not a southern style roast but has a Spanish twist with the delicious green goodness chimichurri sauce. The surf & turf was soo creamy and flavorful. Chunks of chicken and shrimp was the absolute comfort bowl with the noodles. The orange chicken was fried perfectly and kept crispy with the orange sauce. The fried rice had a fruit taste that took it next level and made this my favorite dish with the crispy beans and not overly spicy chilli sauce. I'm excited to return and order the tasting tour to try 3 more dishes. This is a great deal with all that it comes with. I hope they keep this option on the menu. We enjoyed the service, food, live music and overall atmosphere. Great for any adult outing ( business mtg, friends dinner, date night, etc). read more

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The ambiance was nice.,VERY quaint. There was a musician that provided music, really set the mood. They are reservation only. The space near the door is small so a bit difficult for people entering and leaving at the same time. We were sat right away. Our waitress was nice and was a lil helpful, although she hasn't tried some of the items. They offer a $59 3 entree meal, smaller portions of the regular size meal and a lemonade/tea. That is what we ordered. I'm glad we decided to go with this option I will list all the items we ordered. It tasted as if there was sugar and ALL the dishes. Hibiscus: 2/4 friends stated it taste like kool-aid, added water and was better. Passion fruit lemonade was ok and I took a mango lemonade to go for my daughter who is 11 and she said it was too sweet. Personally, I don't need to go back. Argentinian Chimichurri Pot Roast: Taste well. All the flavors mixed well but a bit too salty. Maine Stuff Buttered Lobster: Came with dressing and asparagus. Lobster was too salty, overcooked, and the dressing was sweet, Not a fan. I have NEVER had sweet dressing. Took it home and my daughter loved it, she's 11. Chinese Orange Chicken: This did not scream orange chicken. It came with fried rice, again sweet! The chicken was fried well but I wasn't impressed. Blackened Shrimp Tamale: Cheese tamale with a cream sauce. This tasted good, but definitely expected shrimp to be inside the tamale. Japanese Teriyaki Salmon: 2/4 like this dish. I wasn't a fan because once again, too sweet! Yes, I know it's teriyaki and I personally don't like teriyaki. Mexican BBQ Brisket Esquite: 1/4 like this dish. I personally don't want my street corn to be sweet or want sauce on my brisket. You should be able to eat brisket w/o sauce. Tuscany Cr'eme Surf & Turf: This was delicious to me. No complaints Southside Smothered Pepper Steak: The meat was seasoned well, but I couldn't eat the dish because once again the gravy was too sweet. Who puts sugar in their gravy or make sweet gravy??? read more

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Ate at the Soul Food Lounge 2 and the food wasn't what I expected. My food came out like warm and the service was subpar. @thesoulfoodlounge2. Unfortunately , I won't be back. I ordered the pepper steak but only had about 4 sliced peppers. The Mexican corn was very salty and the dish barely had flavor. All about fair wages but having me pay 18% gratuity and my service was not there. [[HIGHLIGHT]]I do wish the best for them the ambiance was ok blacked out with gold.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

I went to the SoulFood Lounge the other day. The food was delicious and the service was quick and very kind. [[HIGHLIGHT]]I asked if the fan/AC old be turned down because I was freezing. The mater de' said No. That's my only complaint. It was Antarctica COLD in that place![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]!! Otherwise I enjoyed my experience just take a jacket in with you. read more

This was a wonderful surprise!! My grand (10) and visited for an amazing dining experience. [[HIGHLIGHT]]We were greeted by an amazing wait staff, saxophonist and an incredible aroma that was out of this world.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]We were seated near the window with onyx table linens and gold accents.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] There was a semi prefix menu with selections of seafood, poultry and beef. (3) Mimosas were included. I had the brisket (chef's kiss), my baby grand selected the golden chicken and grilled pound cake (amazing) we ordered a seafood frittata, for my daughter (which she gave rave reviews). The restaurant offers three prefix menus, brunch, weekday lunch, and dinner. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Amazing ambience.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

The SoulFood Lounge 2 is very quaint, intimate and a bit elegant. Based on the size of the dining area, I can understand why reservations are required. The service and ambience are great! Mostly seating for two, but they will accommodate larger parties. Black and gold decor with a hint of lucite ... hint the bit of elegance. As soon as we hit the door the sound of a Live Saxophone artist playing filled the air. Let's start with the service... We were immediately greeted by the friendly hostess and seated prior to our scheduled reservation time. The hostess gave us purse hangers to keep our purses off of the floor. How thoughtful was that? Very thoughtful! My friend and I had decided in advance what entrees we wanted from the menu. When we did not see our items we were notified they were still serving from the brunch menu. However, the restaurant was just a few minutes shy of turning over to the dinner menu. Therefore, we were allowed to choose from the dinner menu, which had the meals we wanted. Our server Isaiah was great too! Let's talk about the food ... Mmmmm . I enjoyed the Chinese Orange Fried Chicken with honey glazed green beans, Thai fried rice, an edible flower and sambal sauce. Well, I personally could not enjoy the sambal, because it is Spicy (I don't eat spicy food), but everything else about the dish was deliciously flavorful. The pirtion was enough to bring some home. For dessert I had the grilled Pound Cake served with berries. The cake reminded me of Texas toast meets cornbread meets cake. It was different, but delicious ... no doubt. I also enjoyed the Hibiscus Lemonade and the infused water (which tasted infused with cucumber and lemon). I would definitely dine here again. I actually look forward to trying their West side location as well. read more

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I am trying to call and make reservation, but the reception answer the phone and have me wait 12 minutes on the phone. I hung up and called back went straight to voicemail three times at 12:30. read more

I saw an Instagram add for this place and decided to check it out. The location of the spot is awesome, it's literally on the corner so you can't miss it. The tables, chairs, and color schemes works really well. The Jazz playing sets the mood works with the low lighting. Now on to the food. I ordered the Caribbean jerk honey pita. I was not impressed at all. The taste was bland and I was expecting much more. Also I think they should add more items to drink on their menu. They only had a house mixed kool-aid type drink which cost $5. Overall I probably won't be going back, but who knows I'm always willing to give places another try. read more

The SoulFood Lounge - Caribbean Honey Chicken Pita - Soul Food Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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I had a great experience here! Came in for a lunch meeting. This spot is small but thoughtfully designed, with a cozy, welcoming vibe. And let me just say--this place has one of the cleanest bathrooms I've ever seen in any restaurant or public space. That alone deserves some recognition! Now, onto the food. I went with the Blackened Shrimp "Rich Boy" sandwich, and it was a solid choice. Normally, I go for fried shrimp on a po'boy, but this blackened shrimp was seasoned well and didn't have that overly fishy taste you sometimes get with seafood. It came with fries, which weren't the crispy-crunchy kind I was expecting--more like soft, seasoned potatoes--but they were still really good. My friend got the Caribbean Chicken Pita, and he said it was delicious. I also couldn't pass up dessert, so I grabbed a slice of their carrot cake, and it did not disappoint. Moist, fresh, and topped with a rich, creamy frosting that hit all the right notes. Service was top-notch. Our server was super attentive, checked in on us multiple times, and made sure we had everything we needed without being overbearing. I'll definitely be back to try more of the lunch menu, and I'm really looking forward to coming back for the prix-fixe dinner one day. If you're in the Beverly area and looking for good soul food with great service, this is a spot worth checking out! read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Loved the ambiance and restaurant aesthetic from color schemes, lighting, decor, and furniture, a total gem in the Beverly neighborhood[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]. read more

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Great food! Big portions! Live jazz music and great ambiance. Small inside but enough room to enjoy yourself and your company. Very nice lowkey gem in the city! read more

The SoulFood Lounge - Lobster tails with crawfish, cornbread dressing and aparagus. - Soul Food Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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It breaks my heart that I can no longer patronize a place I've enjoyed so much in the past. The food was generally good (skip the salmon pesto sandwich). Where they fell down, as with so many places, was customer service. I didn't realize there was an automatic gratuity at lunch as there was at dinner. The waitress took advantage of that and mislead me into giving her an additional tip, never mentioning the automatic gratuity. Management said they would make it right then didn't and ghosted me. I had to dispute the charge with the credit card company. What a disappointment. I will no longer recommend this place to others nor will I ever patronize them again. read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]The ambience was on point, nice Jazz music, the violinist was an added bonus.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Food was great ( we came for brunch ) the Seafood and Qrits were fire! 10 out 10 would recommend read more

The SoulFood Lounge - Seafood and Qrits Grand Tasting - Soul Food Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

The food was amazing and the service spectacular. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Loved the live jazz music.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]It kind of drowned out our conversation, but it was nice.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Wish the tables were a little bigger, but the smaller restaurant created a more intimate setting to catch up with friends or go on a date.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Can't wait to go back. read more

We went on yesterday, Our experience was horrible, we waited 2 1/2 to eat!!! that was just unacceptable. I couldn't get what, I wanted because they were out of it, My Aunt and Sis got their food, by the time it came they has lost their appetite, I wind up ordering sauteed spinach, which took longer than their food, OMG, when I tell you NEVA AGAIN. The young guy waiters were very nice, the young lady had a nasty attitude and patronize to much with the guest and not working. Our reservation was at 145 on yesterday!!! I didn't have the full food experience, but my Family said food was good, just Horrible service!!! read more

wonderful Beverly Soul food spot, with outstanding and friendly service and absolutely delicious food. we have been trying soul food restaurants in chicago during spring break and this should be at the top of any list! we had two well seasoned and well prepared burgers with French inspired fries that were golden, and the spring Mario gas rich boy was the truth. easy to access during lunch and my sons nd I enjoyed the vibe. read more

The SoulFood Lounge - Angus Burger and Fries - Soul Food Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Compared to the original location I give it 4 stars. Both locations are very intimate and provide live entertainment. For "me" the black and gold color scheme makes the established appear smaller. I think it would be nice to offer water and lemon water or explain that it's lemon water prior to pouring. The fried catfish was cooked to perfection but I would prefer it on the side instead of on top of the spaghetti causing it to become soggy quickly. It makes for a great presentation though. The spaghetti was good and spicy but the sweetness over powered the spice in my opinion. I had to add hot sauce to balance it. I wish the meal would have come with garlic bread. The highlight for me was the grilled poundcake. That's was perfect!!! I get the menus are different at each location but the menu at the original location is great! read more

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