Soul Food Bistro
5310 Lenox Avenue - Westside 9400 Atlantic Boulevard - Arlington
The Potter’s House Soul Food Bistro may be the city’s most popular and well known soul food destination. A place where you’ll find yourself in a long line on Sundays, the Soul Food Bistro was established by The Potter’s House Christian Fellowship of Jacksonville in 1998. Originally known as The Potter’s House Cafe, the business was expanded and rebranded as the Soul Food Bistro, anchoring a newly renovated Kingdom Plaza (formerly Normandy Mall). Since that time, the popular restaurant known for its oxtails and other southern treats has expanded with a second location in Arlington.
For more information: https://www.thesoulfoodbistro.com/home
Soul Food Express
1227 East 21st Street Eastside
If you’re near Springfield or the Eastside, don’t have much time to spare, and looking for a quick bite to eat, Soul Food Express will get you squared away. Situated at Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Parkway and East 21st Street, Soul Food Express is a take-out restaurant with a small counter for those desiring to dine inside.
For more information: https://www.facebook.com/TheSoulFoodExpress/
Sweet Mamas Southern Homestyle Cookin
1527 Cesery Boulevard Arlington
In business since 2019, Sweet Mama’s Southern Homestyle Cookin, offers fried chicken, wings, gizzards, fish, ribs, butter biscuits, salads, mac-n-cheese, catering and much more.
For more information: https://www.facebook.com/pages/category/American-Restaurant/Sweet-Mamas-1505756972822414/
The Cookbook Restaurant
1827 North Pearl Street Springfield
The Cookbook is a popular Springfield restaurant established by Brandon Byers in 2017. Out of all the restaurants on the list, an experience at The Cookbook is designed to feel like you’re dining at home. In addition to great food, the restaurant features a lounge area, bar, and small stage for live entertainment.
For more information: https://www.facebook.com/TheCookbookRestaurant/
Article by Ennis Davis, AICP. Contact Ennis at edavis@moderncities.com.