The Greasy Spoon

I appreciate simplicity. Things that are good don't always have to be extravagant. This is food my me, my Grandmother & my children can all enjoy and no I don't have kids.....
They probably have THE BEST Mac & cheese on the Northside ‍. If you happen to be one of those Boujee individuals that can't eat from restaurants connected to gas stations, keep driving . If you that shallow that's on you. Look, the prices are reasonable, the portions are respectful & the flavor is always major. Stop playing, and go test my credibility!!!

PS they closed on Monday.
Don't do it to yourself

I was there today and will not be back! I tried this place a few years ago and decided to go back today. NOPE! Shame on you!

I was very disappointed with the service and food quality. This supposed to be blackened fish and it has no flavor. We got one piece of fish and a bunch of white rice.

My daughter had to pay extra for candied yams as a side order. The peach cobbler was just ok. $16 for one piece of fish white rice, some sauce, and dirty rice is a little over the top. We will make another choice for take out in the future.

It's mid the greens I don't like the smell of the seasoning please switch it up and I had better yams from Luby's lol

When I tell y'all I'll be back, I will most definitely be back. Food was amazing! A variety to choose from. I had their Cajun fried chicken wings (cook to order) with some yams, mac n cheese, greens, cornbread, and gumbo. Wings were cooked to perfection & juicy! Great bold flavors. The mac n cheese was a little too runny for my likings. Now my only complaint but won't affect my rating was their gumbo. It was on the salty side. Lastly, they only had two kinds of drinks to sell which was Pepsi & Mountain Dew. Luckily you can get something next door at the gas station and bring it in. I didn't wait too long for my food which was a plus knowing it was cook to order. Service was okay as in not rude nor super attentive. Otherwise everything was good.

Also, cashless facility.

Today I ordered the cajan catfish meal. Look at what I received. The fish was HORRIBLE, it was tough and the crust fell off the fish. I'm not sure it's even catfish. It look like that frozen fish in Sam's. I keep trying to give them a chance but this was an epic FAIL.
I know I'm going to get a lot of excuses, but I should have given the $23 to the homeless man that was standing outside.

This place has gone down hill fast, they came got the ppl in the hood money and move to a "better neighborhood" and cater to those locations. This Northside location is trash and the worker's attitudes go right with the carelessness of the food preparations.

The menu is never available they are always out of something. I just drove 30mins to get here for smoked Oxtails and as soon as I walked in she stated we only have what's on the steam table.

The worker's reply was oh we haven't had smoked oxtails in a minute.
Y'all already never have the cornbread that comes with the meals.

The greens are amazing! I usually don't like greens but I was needing something healthy. 10/10 they serve some of the best foods in the southern country food soul food world right here in town! Never far! Mastered recipes. There's always a line at lunch time!

The Ambiance:

I had a taste for comfort food after work on Friday and wanted to try after my husband recommended. I made it to the location right before they closed so options were slim; I'd advise to place your order ahead of time if you'll be in traffic or so forth. The restaurant was clean and I was able to order super quickly.

My Order:

Herb roasted chicken w/ rice and gravy, greens and yams: The food was very flavorful without having too much spice. The chicken was done perfectly; the gravy over the rice was really good (the herby flavor was chef's kisses) and I think the greens were my favorite. They weren't too salty or spicy, it was great enough for anyone with a different palate to enjoy. The yams were good as well, I'm just use to them being sweeter. The overall dish was great and it didn't leave me feeling icky or stuffed to the point where it feels uncomfortable or unhealthy.

Service:
The service was quick and cool. I don't have much of a review for this portion as I literally got there right before they closed.

Payment:
Payment is quick and easy.

Overall I would love to come back and try more. I'd make sure I get there earlier or place my order earlier so that I can try some of the other dishes. I also like the food will fill you up without making you feel like I shouldn't have eaten that afterwards.

Their food is delicious and the servings are plenty!! The owner, Max is always there serving customers and taking orders and he is so kind! There is plenty of space to sit with friends and family. Really great place :)