Look, this isn't gourmet food. It's soul food. It's meant to comfort. The food served here is done in the same preparation as the owner's momma taught her momma. Generations of love are built into each bite.
When our group arrived, one of the staff members helped guide us through the menu and history of their franchise. We must've stuck out as newbies. This was confirmed when others came in and the ladies behind the counter addressed each of them by name. This is a place that seems to thrive on repeat business.
Through our entire time here, the staff was overly accommodating and friendly. We even compared ethnic differences between the way our family made oxtails and short ribs versus the way they did things. It really was a productive conversation. It was also nice to see them take the time in this hurried world to chat with us. Everything about the hospitality was genuine and warm.
On this night I ordered the fried chicken dinner. Dark meat and three pieces of it. For sides I chose the macaroni and cheese along with the candied yams. Everything seems to be made ahead of time and is sitting in chaffing dishes. The time it takes to prepare your dinner takes no time at all. Everything was great and will most certainly come back to try the rest of the menu. Only next time, I'll make a point to save room for dessert. The sweet potato pie looked divine.