The Good Life Soul Food Cafe

“Not noisy at all The food was delicious everything we got was delicious.”

Not noisy at all The food was delicious everything we got was delicious. Very well cooked and seasoned. The pork chops the mac and cheese and the candy yams

Anthony Lee

Oct 2025

“My family ate here for Father’s Day and we all ordered different things.”

My family ate here for Father’s Day and we all ordered different things. Everything and I mean EVERY entree we tried was so good! Sometimes with soul food it can be bland, too greasy, or too salty. But they know exactly what they’re doing in here. I can’t wait to go back.

Cara Harris

Jun 2025

“Update: I tried to stop by today, and the place is all boarded up and looks permanently closed.”

Update: I tried to stop by today, and the place is all boarded up and looks permanently closed. It was so sad 😞 to lose another blacked owned restaurant on the South Side. Hey, Mayor Brandon, maybe instead of giving illegal aliens $300 million, you could have used some of that to help hard-working businesses like this? You know, legal residens who have lived in Chicago and paid taxes, woked hard at starting and running a business and paid their dues for years ! I dunno but maybe you could have shared that $300 million to offer low interest business loans or even roll back some of the high property taxes in blighted places like this on the South Side? Previous Review: Great soul food, I had the smothered chicken, and it was so tasty and unbelievably good that I'm still thinking about it. Sides were also very good, I thought the prices were reasonable, and I have no complaints at all. The staff was helpful and very courteous. If I had to nit pick something, it would be that there was no diet soda. They had plenty of soda choices but nothing diet. But I think, unfortunately, this is all too common in black restaurants and stores. I'm not sure why black people don't drink diet soda, but I find this to be the case quite often. I'm trying to limit my sugar intake ( I dont need 200 extra calories for a soda when a 0 calorie diet soda is available). Yeah, I know Im eating soul food, and I'm not at a salad place, but every little thing helps. Also, know this is mostly a take out place as the inside seating is extremely limited to just a very few tables. But I will definitely be back, hopefully sooner then later.

John Olevich

May 2024

“The food is Delicious!" They have great customer service!" The owner and Chef is Edward Junkins.”

The food is Delicious!" They have great customer service!" The owner and Chef is Edward Junkins! They are great!" Check them out!!" There was also a gentlemen entrepreneur there selling the most mouth watering Pound cakes and Cheese cakes ever!" His name is JJ Williams!.

Chevette Conley

Feb 2021

“Great home cooking.”

Great home cooking. Went there today, and was not disappointed. Had the BBQ Chicken, dressing and Mac and cheese...Very good. The staff is very friendly, and welcoming. Will definitely ne back. Highly recommended.

Brian Keith (Big Poppa)

Aug 2019

“Always great se5vice and great food the owners r super awesome staff is great n Chef Ben and his...”

Always great se5vice and great food the owners r super awesome staff is great n Chef Ben and his cooking staff are 5 star quality

Marqui White

Feb 2019

“My first visit to this cafe under the new owners and new name and all I can say is it was ok, The...”

My first visit to this cafe under the new owners and new name and all I can say is it was ok, The Name did not match what I was hoping to have been a Good experience. Everything was pretty much Basic. The food came out before the silverware and my waffle was very Luke warm. The overall presentation of all 3 plates was basic and they mix plastic and disposable plates and bowls which in my opinion gives your food a different taste.

Edith G.

Sep 2018

“Great service! Food tastes like its just cooked, its missing seasoning & love. Its just not good! I...”

Great service! Food tastes like its just cooked, its missing seasoning & love. Its just not good! I hate to leave bad reviews buuuuttt nothing had flavor & Im not sure but I believe the meatloaf is turkey & it had open pit bbq sauce on it. String beans straight out the can :( my husband’s smothered chicken was OK thats it. Not worth the money spent.

Chiquita M

May 2025

“The restaurant is not very inviting.”

The restaurant is not very inviting. Like I wouldn't want to eat my food there. The guy at the register was polite enough 😐. Television and radio were both on full blast 🤯 Food looked and tasted old especially the sweet potatoes. Was honestly disappointed by the whole experience. 😔

Sunny H.

Dec 2023

“Trash first time at the new location and definitely will not be going back.”

Trash first time at the new location and definitely will not be going back. Can’t see the food being prepared so no idea if it’s fresh I ordered pork chops paid $22 for thin cut pork chops and it wasn’t even one hole took it back in elderly lady responded that’s just the way the butcher cut them. A complete letdown and a waste of money

Tasha Belt

Mar 2025

“Stop! Don’t do it. The food is not seasoned at all. Just take a look. 10/10 don’t recommend.”

Harold Sledge

Jan 2025

“The staff is super friendly and patient… the food is delicious and the portions are generous.”

The staff is super friendly and patient… the food is delicious and the portions are generous. If you’re looking for some good soul food this is the place. You can dine in or take out, they even have outdoor seating. I will definitely be back

Estella Tankey

Jun 2025