I never feel inspired to write a Yelp review after a meal but this place earned it. I lived in North Carolina for 5 years and am in no way a Soul Food expert but this is exactly what I was hoping to find in Ohio.
My girlfriend and I were a little worried when we walked in at 12:30 and didn't see anyone else in the dining room but that quickly changed when we were greeted by the extremely knowledgeable son of the owner. He gave some great recommendations and was prompt with everything.
I had the 4 piece Chicken and Waffles and a side of Mac and Cheese. The chicken was perfectly cooked. 4 completely de-boned breasts with the chicken skin still on and then fried! The waffles were light and fluffy with a hint of cinnamon. A perfect combination. The mac and cheese was great, not overly cheesy and piping hot.
My girlfriend ordered the Shrimp and Grits at the recommendation of the waiter ("best thing on the menu") and she was amazed. She said it belonged on the menus of any of the $20/plate restaurants we've been to in North Carolina and New Orleans, and all for $8.99. It was a huge portion too, not overly cheesed and did not turn into a congealed mess at the end like shrimp and grits can.
We ended the meal by ordering two slices of sweet potato pie to go and the owner hand-delivered it to make sure we tried a bite before leaving. It was truly delicious.
We'll definitely be going back to try the pulled pork, ribs, fried green tomatoes, and a hot dog. Oh, and the carrot cake that the owner said is her best-seller.
Where was everyone?! Try this place now!