The Soul Spot Reviews
Submitted by William Henderson on 07/15/2021
William Henderson 5 stars rating.
I’ve had quite a food soul food spots here in New York City, and this has been the best one so far! Every bit of the plate you could taste the love and care that went into the food, and that’s the most important ingredient in soul food, love! This food is also halal and contains no pork which makes it accessible to the Islamic community. I’m a chef from Kentucky so I know soul food when I see it, and this place embodies that taste! The yams tasted like candy bathed in butter, yet I could tell there wasn’t an unhealthy amount of sugar added to them, AMAZING! The curry goat was succulent and tender yet well flavors. The Mac and cheese, y’all the MAC AND CHEESE, was to die for. Best Mac and cheese I’ve had up here and closest to what I enjoy from home. The only dish I wasn’t too fond of was the peach cobbler, and really only because I make mine with more peaches and less crust.
Abideen Mohamed 5 stars rating.
Star of the show is the lamb, it's fall off the bone tender, seasoned very well. Jerk chicken has a nice flavor without getting overwhelmingly spicy. Sides are all delicious. Only downside, mac and cheese is a bit too cheesy for my liking
Submitted by Abideen Mohamed on 08/17/2022
Jamilla Faizah 3 stars rating.
We tried a little bit of alot of different foods. We love that we could come to New York and find Halal soul food ♡ The food was good. Was I crazy about it and can't wait to go back, not really. But the food was good. Definitely worth trying!
The oxtail is good, it has a little spice kick to it, the bbq chicken was ok, my friend had the baked chicken and ribs and said it was good. I think she enjoyed the food more than me.
Now the mac n cheese, greens and yams, was really good. That's worth coming back for, if you come that's a must. Also, let me know what your favorite dish is if you go here!
Submitted by Jamilla Faizah on 08/11/2022
Ben 5 stars rating.
I ordered a baked Salmon dinner and Salmon croquette dinner. I was charged for both. They did not put any croquettes in the dish and charge me full price. I had to call them back after reaching home and informed them. They refunded the charge of the meal but of course but the tax was not included. If I would have known the service would be so poor I would not have tipped. But since we all have been having a terrible time these last two years that is fine. May have been an honest mistake.
In regards to the food, the flavor is excellent. I still will be returning. We all deserve chances to improve.
Submitted by Ben on 06/16/2022
Jeff Smith 5 stars rating.
The food is simply amazing.
Great soul food in the middle of downtown Brooklyn.
The selection is extensive.
From fried chicken, stew chicken, meatloaf, fried catfish, shrimp and so many other dishes.
The string beans were amazing.
Collards, yams and Mac and cheese were some of the other sides.
The corn bread was amazing.
The dining area is quaint for the mostly carryout and delivery spot.
Carryout and deliveries were rolling out the door while I was there.
I will go back for sure.
Submitted by Jeff Smith on 04/30/2022
Seannae Little 4 stars rating.
The food was good and the staff was friendly. I prefer actual shrimps compared to what they sell though. They do have good flavors and offer a wide variety of food. I would recommend them to everyone looking to grab a bite to eat while Downtown Brooklyn. Some days, however, they may not have what you want. Stew chicken isn’t always available which is a shame but go check them out.
Submitted by Seannae Little on 03/23/2022
Alexandra Vargas 5 stars rating.
Everything was delish. Staff was friendly and attentive. They made sure we were vaccinated,as we were dining in. Also prices were great. We ordered a bunch of food and paid less than $50!!! We live in the Bronx but we will drive out to Queens for this fabulous little restaurant. If I had to complain about anything it would be the red velvet cake which was ok but not great. All in all it was a very enjoyable experience.
Submitted by Alexandra Vargas on 03/10/2022
Octaviar Latty 1 stars rating.
First time visitor. The food was just okay. Customer service was very poor. I was not greeted by the staff. I walked up to the counter…still no greeting. I wasn’t offered any assistance or acknowledged and there were two servers at the front. It was a slow evening and I was the only customer in the restaurant. It took several minutes before one of the servers asked me if I was “ready”. The cornbread was cut extremely small. This is the first restaurant to charge me a 20 cents fee for a standard plastic bag. This really turned me off and I wouldn’t recommend or return. I’ve received better portions of food and welcoming service at other restaurants. Please train your staff to atleast greet the customers, which is the bare minimum.
Submitted by Octaviar Latty on 03/02/2022
Gabrielle Cioffi-Dinkel 5 stars rating.
My husband and I absolutely loved Soul Spot! The candied yams were amazing, the baked chicken fell off the bone, and the mashed potatoes might have just been the best I've ever had! Such a quaint little spot with delicious food. Highly recommend!
Submitted by Gabrielle Cioffi-dinkel on 01/02/2022
Chris Parris 5 stars rating.
This type of flavor does NOT belong in this neighborhood!! Good lord. I grew up eating all kinds of Caribbean food and this places smokes my mama. I even took her here and she loved it.
They just redid the interior, but good to know the food has not changed! You can taste the love in every single bite. The chef is out of this world. Wish I could give more than 5 stars ⭐️
Submitted by Chris Parris on 09/18/2021
