Brown's Soul Food
Carlos Rivera-Colon · 39 Google reviewsBrown's Soul Food — Oak Park soul food that sets the standard. Buzzy, energetic room where the crowd adds to it. Hospitality you can feel from the door.
What 112 diners keep saying
What 112 diners keep saying
verbatim, from Google
“Hands down the best soul food that I have ever eaten. We had the catfish, fried chicken (wings), sweet potatoes, greens, spaghetti, macaroni and cheese, banana pudding, and peach cobbler. All were top notch. The restaurant was inviting, open, and clean. The staff were friendly and attentive. I would highly recommend.”
“We found this restaurant by Google search. We had never been there and thought we would eat inside. However, they cater more to carry out although there is spaces to eat. There were a lot of people in and out so we had a good inclination that the food would be good. The staff was extremely friendly and accommodating. The food portions were very generous and the prices were fair. I had the smothered turkey wings, mac & cheese and greens. Anytime you get mac & cheese right you get two thumbs up for me. Great job! I’m from Detroit and I will be back.”
“The customer service was great! establishment was clean. You also can dine in and they are only open on Sundays from 11am -7 pm. However the food is a no. We ordered two meals and house punch. baked chicken, dressing, and Mac and cheese. other meatloaf along with greens and sweet potatoes. Nothing had flavor nor taste to it.”
“Friendly staff who treat you like family. Wholesome environment. Food made from the heart with care. Many blessings to the staff and business. I salute the mom and son.”
“The best soul food ever! I will make sure when traveling to Chicago that I stop pass Brown’s. Everything was absolutely perfect! It felt like I was in the home of special moments with excellent service, outstanding food, and great music. It hit the spot for me!”
“Staff was friendly….. The food was good…. Meatloaf was perfect , dressing was good and potato salad …. Just like my Moms! I will definitely go back👍🏾”
“Spicy greens and baked chicken are from another world. So delicious. I was just going to have half of my plate and before I knew it I was mopping up the empty plate with my cornbread muffin. A short wait but oh so worth it for this heavenly deliciousness.”
“Incredible smothered pork chop. Collard greens and candied yams came out piping hot food was absolutely delicious and that little cornbread muffin was just right not too sweet. 10/10”
“I ordered the fried chicken dinner with green beans and dressing. I also ordered Mac and yams. All were delicious and well seasoned. The staff is welcoming. It’s pickup order only. I’m from Fort Wayne, In and I will be eating here every time I visit !”
“My family and I were on a mini vacation in Chicago a few days after Christmas. My hubs had a taste for Soul Food. We are born-and-raised southerners from Charleston, SC, so we know a thing or two about really good Soul Food. Let me begin by stating that the hospitality was on point. We were greeted with a smile and casual conversation prior to placing our order. I ordered the baked chicken with green beans and macaroni and cheese. I wanted to try the potato salad but was hesitant because, you know, it's potato salad and not everyone prepares it "the southern way." The owner gave it to me, and my oh my was it delicious! My hubs had fried chicken, macaroni and cheese, and greens. My daughter opted for candied yams, macaroni and cheese, and baked chicken. Needless to say, we were pleased with our meals. Everything is cooked to order, so be prepared for a wait. We will definitely visit Brown's Soul Food whenever we travel to Chicago again.”
“A proud regular of this neighborhood establishment. R&B and soul music with greetings make the environment homey, staff is extremely friendly and every plate is made with love and care. Portions are large, restaurant is clean, and food never fails to satisfy. Chose to dine in this week, food was steaming up until my last bite. The owner is kind, caring, and hard working. Always a 1000/10 at Brown’s.”
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