Best Soul Food Restaurants in Crown Heights

Price: Moderate (61)Price: Expensive (32)Price: Very Expensive (16)

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1. Art and Soul

3.9

Excellent(4078)

Price: Moderate

• Soul food • Capitol Hill

Booked 8 times today

Art and Soul, nestled within the Liaison Capitol Hill Hotel in DC, shines as an exemplary icon of American cuisine. Coupled with a warm, spacious, and welcoming atmosphere, it offers an unforgettable dining experience. Reviewers consistently laud Art and Soul for its delicious food offerings and large portion sizes at reasonable prices. Standout dishes include the seared scallops, maple pork chop, and unique brunch offerings such as chicken and waffles. They also praise the dessert offerings, particularly the warm German chocolate cake and the pecan sticky bun bread pudding. The attentive and friendly staff further enhance the dining experience, elevating the restaurant's overall appeal. With an overall vibe that embodies a hotel restaurant atmosphere, the food and service at Art and Soul more than compensate for it.

2. GuestHouse

4.5

Awesome(33)

Price: Moderate

• Soul food • Williamsburg

Booked 7 times today

“GuestHouse” does more than feed the soul. Brooklyn’s newest Restaurant is in Williamsburg Brooklyn in an influential hub for fashion, music, food and nightlife. Williamsburg is where the fashionable chic trendsetters set the tone for the Big city excitement with a homely feeling which sets it apart from anywhere else. GuestHouse Restaurant & Bar embodies an intimate and effortlessly chic ambiance. Bringing you a City Vibe where Upscale dishes are on the menu. Everything we do is about serving you. Our Chef creates a variety of vibrant Soul, West Indian and unique dishes. Our 16’ LED bar is fully equipped with multiple big flat screen TV’s for entertainment where specialty drinks are created and served to meet your needs. We strive to provide excellent service, remain loyal to you, your tastebuds and most of all your time. Guesthouse is where chic meets social for an unforgettable dinning experience.

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3. The Simpson Restaurant & Bar

4.5

Awesome(668)

Price: Expensive

• Soul food • Fort Greene

Booked 41 times today

The Simpson Restaurant & Bar is more than just another Caribbean restaurant in Brooklyn; it's a destination for an authentic and distinctive Caribbean dining experience. Emphasizing the importance of fresh ingredients, flavorful dishes, and a welcoming atmosphere, the restaurant has earned rave reviews from its patrons. The food is said to be consistently fresh, delicious, and served hot, with a presentation chef-level patrons agree is top-notch. Standout dishes include Jerk Fried Rice with Pork, Oxtails, Jerk Pork, and Curry Goat, all with exquisite taste. Additionally, the restaurant is recognized for its remarkable service, with staff often going the extra mile to accommodate special occasions. Whether it's a birthday or a simple family dinner, The Simpson Restaurant & Bar makes for an unforgettable culinary journey.

4. Filé Gumbo Bar

4.4

Awesome(535)

Price: Expensive

• Soul food • TriBeCa

Booked 32 times today

Filé Gumbo Bar is receiving high praise for its exceptional Creole, Cajun, and Southern cuisine. Diners consistently commend the delicious food and excellent service, describing the restaurant as a haven for gourmet comfort food. They especially recommend the Charbroiled Oysters, the Crawfish & Crispy Okra Étouffée, and indeed the namesake Gumbo, praising it as the best in New York City. The bread pudding also stands out as an unmissable dessert. Patrons laud the restaurant's atmosphere, which is enhanced by live jazz music, evoking a genuine New Orleans vibe. The restaurant has been enthusiastically endorsed, with many customers promising to return for another fulfilling dining experience.

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5. Tiny's & the Bar Upstairs

4.5

Awesome(1288)

Price: Expensive

• Soul food • TriBeCa

Booked 8 times today

Tiny's & the Bar Upstairs, located in Tribeca, is an ideal destination for contemporary American cuisine. Known for its excellent service, many diners rave about the food that is both delicious and well-made. According to several reviewers, the ambience is best suited for a perfect date night. It has received praise for well-prepared dishes like popcorn shrimp, meatballs, and Cavatelli pasta. While diners have described it as a "great casual place," the restaurant also offers vegetarian-friendly options and takes care of customers with food allergies. Despite one unfortunate experience, the majority of the reviews imply an overall positive dining experience, highlighting not just the imaginative Modern American food, but also the friendly service and lovely ambience.

6. Perry St

4.9

Exceptional(3685)

Price: Expensive

• Soul food • West Village

Booked 4 times today

Chef Jean-Georges brings relaxed elegance to the West Village with Perry St - awarded three stars by the New York Times. Jean-Georges’ son, Cedric Vongerichten, helms the kitchen, creating dishes that reflect his own keen instinct for balancing flavor and texture with an exquisite blend of French, American, and Asian influences and ingredients. The menu is inspired by the season, centering on the local market at Union Square. Please visit us http://www.perrystrestaurant.com for menus and more information.

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7. Modern Love Brooklyn

4.9

Exceptional(1477)

Price: Moderate

• Soul food • Williamsburg

Booked 16 times today

Modern Love Brooklyn is praised as one of the best Vegan restaurants in New York, with customers particularly commending it's creative, tasty, and satisfying menus. Reviewers consistently highlight the use of high-quality ingredients and well-crafted, inventive dishes such as the mushroom fried chicken and Buffalo Chicken Wings. Excellent service, vibrant atmosphere, and pleasant music are also regularly mentioned, contributing to a truly delightful dining experience. One diner declared it their "Number one stop for any Vegan or Vegetarian visiting Brooklyn." Whether you're a seasoned vegan or exploring plant-based options, Modern Love Brooklyn is highly recommended for its comfort food with an elevated twist.

8. Lulla

4.6

Exceptional(140)

Price: Moderate

• Soul food • Chelsea

Booked 37 times today

At Lulla, find Modern-Italian fare fused with a quintessential New York worldview! Within the bustling heart of Chelsea, be transported to a distinctly New York-Italian hideaway.Your new classics await…

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9. Fixins Soul Kitchen

4.8

Exceptional(4194)

Price: Moderate

• Soul food • Downtown

Booked 88 times today

*We encourage all guests to plan ahead for parking to ensure your reservation time is met.*We have a 15-minute grace period. If you will be arriving later than the grace period, please message us on OpenTable or your reservation will be cancelled. *All dining experiences are limited to 90 minutes to accommodate all reservations.*We accept reservations for up to 8 guests. *All parties of 9+ can visit www.fixinssoulkitchencatering.com to fill out an inquiry form for large parties. We will be in touch between 24 to 48 hours with further details.*Each reservation is treated separately. We cannot guarantee nearby seating for separate reservations.*We ask that your full party be present in order to be seated.*An automatic 20% service charge is included for all parties of 6+ w/ the option to split checks up to 3 times, max.

10. Blu on the Hudson

4.6

Exceptional(1038)

Price: Very Expensive

• Soul food • Weehawken

Booked 141 times today

Blu on the Hudson, located in New Jersey, is a shining example of contemporary American cuisine done right. The restaurant has continually received high praise from patrons for its outstanding service, delicious food, and inviting ambiance. Customers repeatedly comment on the exceptional quality of the dishes served and the unique flavors that are offered. Praising the restaurant for its consistent delicious offerings, one diner even stated that Blu on the Hudson is "one of my favorite restaurants." The environment is energetic and exciting, providing an elevated dining experience that even rivals that of New York. Whether for casual drinks, light bites, or special celebrations, Blu on the Hudson emerges as the top choice.

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