Soul Prime
A Martin · 111 Google reviewsSoul Prime — reliable soul food in Lincoln Park. Everything about the room says stay awhile. The cocktail list is worth exploring. Yhimeem Apple: "The buffalo shrimp weren't too spicy, which I appreciated since I’m not a fan of spicy foods"
What 702 diners keep saying
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What 702 diners keep saying
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“Absolutely amazing!!!! The staff was polite and attentive! The food was PERFECTION! The cocktails were delicious 😋 please go and try for yourself. Top tier!!!!!!!! Nice ambiance”
“decide to go here for a solo 21 bday. when i tell youuu , i felt so welcomed , i thought they were my siblings or as if i knew them. Tamecia and a young guy talked to me the whole time i was there , laughed and giving me life advice . the food came out nice and hot as the kitchen was about to close- When i tell youuu i was sitting there for like 20-30 mins everything was still hot ! I’m greatful i chose this place to eat at . They even celebrated with me ! Thank yall again and see you all soon.”
“Everything i had was amazing! The bartender was super sweet. Small restaurant but clean thru and thru including the bathroom. I will definitely be back probably to try everything on the menu lol.”
“Amazing place and the Chef is comes out to greet and converse with you. Love this place.”
“Soul Prime was featured on the news and recommended for Black Restaurant week we decided to come to soul Prime which is one best dining decisions I have made in a while. From the moment we were greeted the experience was nothing less than amazing ,the food the wait staff and especially the chef who prepared our meal which was season to perfection. I had the catfish , spaghetti and sweet potatoes overall the experience was memorable and I will definitely be back.”
“The venue is small giving Southside block party family vibes. Drinks were well thought out throwing back to old skool grown up kool-aid. Food was on point, reminded me of mama's sunday dinner.”
“Small but beautiful and cute. Friendly staff and owner food was very good”
“Excellent food, amazing service, definitely coming back”
“This was the absolute best place I’ve been to! From the food, the atmosphere, to the hospitality!!!! Everything was great! Definitely will be back ❤️”
“My waiter for the night was Karen. She was amazing, I mean absolutely amazing!! The chef is undeniable the best soul food chef in Chicago…”
“Our server Karen was amazing!! The food and drinks was amazing! I can't wait until the next time. A must stop by when in Chicago!”
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