Reviews for Southern Cafe Cleveland Premier Soul Food Destination in Lakewood, OH

First time coming to this restaurant and honestly it was disappointing they only had 3 tables available to sit at. The... restaurant seems to be under construction because it looks outdated. Overall the food 6/10 the corn was the best thing on themenu maybe I just went on a bad day. Read more

I waited a total of 1 hour and 30 minutes for drinks and food . My partner and I were preparing to leave when the food was... finally brought out to us. There was only only one waitress. My partner was over charged what should cost $23 max cost him $34.I once loved this restaurant however the service has done a complete 180 in the wrong direction and the workers lack propercustomer service. The server told my partner that there would be no refill because that was the last of the ice tea. I believethere should be complete clean house and rehire the people who know the importance of quality service and how to make some damnfood. Read more

I can?t believe this was right in my backyard and I didn?t know about it. The food was exactly what we were expecting delish... and so was the service, happy and delightful. I enjoyed a massive bowl of their Shrimp & Grits appetizer and some catfishfingers but I have to admit the grape Kool-Aid with lemonade sent me back to my childhood. There is dine-in seating and my onlysuggestion here would be to make more welcoming by organizing the room. Regardless I?ll be back for some blackened catfish andcollard greens! Read more

Overall the food was Okay. Shrimp and grits were not bad. They only put three shrimp in my grits. Mac and cheese was dry and... bland. The candie yams were the best part in my opinion. Based off my experience I think this place is just okay. Not bad if youwant something fast and different. Read more

I for one never have any complaints about this restaurant, today I order for pickup food was ready at the time it was supposed... to be but, chicken was feathery, soul rolls were soggy limp and greasy n the grits were missing an ingredient, idk maybe therewas a new cook but ugh it will be a while before I go back prayerfully the will see this review and send my $54.00 back Read more

Ordered the chicken dinner on Uber Eats $12+$1 white meat Upgrade. Received (3) whole wings. I expected a breast and two... wings. Ordered shrimp and grits $11. Received (3) shrimp, and lukewarm grits in a delicious sauce. The Mac and cheese was good. The house potatoes were creamy and delicious; think homemade augratin potatoes. The corn muffin has small jalapeños inside,which I didn't mind. Read more

This cozy little place has got the best soul food anywhere in Lakewood or the West End of Cleveland as far as I'm concerned. I... got the Perch dinner with Collard greens and Mac & Cheese. Prices are very affordable, portions are healthy and the service isspot on!! Read more

The food was delicious. The catfish was seasoned well, not greasy. The sweet potatoes, scallop potatoes, red beans and rice and... french fries were fabulous! The cobbler was full of fruit and had a delightful crust that was perfect ending to a great meal.Lisa was terrific. This Chicagoan will be back. Read more