Did you know there is a great variety of soul food offered right here in Western New York? Often referred to as “comfort food,” soul food is a style of cuisine that ranges from buttery fried chicken to mouth-watering peach cobbler. Soul food is the cuisine of the south prepared by African Americans that originated during a time of strong black expression and cultural identity.
Soul food is described by Chef Todd Richards, an Atlanta area chef and author of Soul cookbook, as “a black form of art”. It consists of various southern foods including fried chicken, green beans, sweet potato pie, hush puppies and cornbread. According to Richards, “soul food is a gospel, and chefs are its preachers. It can be handed down once you know it, and once you’re proud of it”.
Check out all of the delicious spots around WNY where you can get soul food!
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121 Seasonings Restaurant
2195 Clinton St West Seneca , Ny 14206 • $$
Soul FoodSouthernSeafoodCreoleBuffalo FoodBuffalo
Catering, Casual Table Service, Take Out
Hello I'm a black owned, business woman. My restaurant is located in West Seneca, NY 14206 @ 2195 Clinton St. I sell soul food and other cuisines ...
A Great Plate Catering, LLC
895 N.Forest Rd Williamsville,, NY 14221 • $$
Soul FoodSouthernNorth Towns
Catering
A Great Plate Catering, LLC Established in 2015 , Provides Drop -off and Full Service for all your Catering need. We have maintained a reputation of excellence ...
A Taste of Soul
423 Elmwood Ave Buffalo, NY 14222 • $$
Soul FoodBuffalo
Fast Casual / Counter Service
We're an Take-out Soul Food Shack. We provide brunch $ dinner! We're open Wednesday- Sunday 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.'We Guarantee our Food to be Tasty!' ...
At Eleven Wings and Cuisines
3225 Main St Buffalo, New York 14214 • $
Soul FoodAmericanNorth Buffalo
Casual Table Service
Soul food restaurant in the heart of Buffalo's University District serving wings in your favorite flavors, cuisines for every taste and best desserts. ...
Big Mama’s Hustle & Soul
934 Niagara Falls Blvd Buffalo, NY 14223 • $$
Soul FoodBBQNorth Towns
Fast Casual / Counter Service
Soul food and barbeque restaurant ...
Brothers Restaurant & Bar
475 Ellicott St Buffalo, NY 14203 • $$
Soul FoodAmericanBuffalo
Casual Table Service
A casual restaurant serving Western NY breakfast, lunch, & Dinner. Breakfast menu is served 8am to 11:30am Lunch & Dinner menu starts at 11:30 ...
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Buffalo Soul
454 Pearl St Buffalo, New York 14202 • $
SouthernSoul FoodBuffalo
Casual Table Service
Restaurant $ Lounge in Buffalo, NY specializing in scratch made soul food and local Buffalo favorites. Taste the Soul of 716!!! ...
Dirty Bird Chicken N’ Waffles LLC.
6004 Buffalo Ave Niagara Falls, New York 14304 • $
Soul FoodNiagara County
Casual Table Service
AWARD WINNING Food Truck bringing you a variety of fresh gourmet sandwiches based on Belgian waffles!! ...
Doctor Bird’s Rasta-Rant
3104 Main St Buffalo, NY 14214 • $$
Soul FoodCaribbeanNorth Buffalo
Fast Casual / Counter Service, Take Out
At Doctor Bird’s Rasta-Rant, you will find a wide variety of your favorite Caribbean food and spices. ...
Freddy J’s BBQ
195 Grant St Buffalo, New York 14202 • $$
BBQSouthernAmericanSoul FoodBuffalo
Casual Table Service
Freddy J's Barbecue is one of Buffalo's best kept secrets, providing soul food with a touch of elegance. ...
IKE & BG’S Restaurant Downtown
56 Niagara Street Buffalo, New York 14202 • $$
BBQSoul FoodBuffalo
Casual Table Service
Grab mouthwatering ribs or sandwiches to-go. Enjoy our delicious food made with love from our BBQ restaurant in Buffalo, NY. Browse our Online Menu ...
IKE & BG’s Rib House
1646 Genesee St Buffalo, New York 14211 • $
AmericanBBQSouthernSoul FoodBuffalo
Casual Table Service
It's all about the ribs: half-rack, full-rack, spares, and sides. Take-out only, with a variety of dinner specials ...
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Je Ne Sais Quoi
1673, Hertel Avenue, North Park Buffalo, New York 14216 • $$
AmericanSoul FoodNorth Buffalo
Casual Table Service
Our company mission is to provide our customers with a memorable experience that combines the elegance of fine dining with nutritious comfort food that ...
LaVerdad Cafe Deli
1194 E Lovejoy St, Buffalo, NY 14206 Buffalo, New York 14206 • $$
BBQAmericanDeli-SandwichesSoul FoodBuffalo
Casual Table Service
Smokehouse, deli and the real deal in home cooking. Try the Mac 'n cheese. La Verdad Cafe is said to be Buffalo’s Best Smoked Bourbon ...
Lloyal’s Famous Lasagna with a touch of soul
1122 Elmwood Avenue Buffalo, NY 14222 • $$
ItalianSoul FoodBuffalo
Fast Casual / Counter Service
Lloyal’s Famous Lasagna with a touch of soul is focused on creating unique lasagna dishes but plans to expand into more soul food options. Lasagna is ...
Manna @Northland
683 Northland Ave Buffalo, New York 14211 • $$
AmericanSoul FoodBuffalo
Casual Table Service
Manna has food for the soul. We serve daily specials, fried or baked chicken and fish, Vegetarian options, fresh baked sweets, and have real chefs creating ...
Margie’s Soul Food (Broadway Market)
999 Broadway Buffalo, NY 14212 • $$
Soul FoodBuffalo
Fast Casual / Counter Service
Come get your comfort food fix at Margie's Soul Food! When it comes to quality southern comfort, look no further than Margie's Soul Food. Dedicated to ...
Ms. Goodies
1836 Bailey Ave Buffalo, NY 14211 • $
AmericanSoul FoodBuffalo
Fast Food
Home of the Taste of Buffalo Award Winning "Junkyard Dog" ...
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Myracle’s Restaurant
200 William Street Buffalo, NY 14204 • $$
Soul FoodBuffalo
Fast Casual / Counter Service
Myracle's is your go-to spot for Grandma's home cooking with a twist. Simply. Good. Food. ...
Park Vue Soul Food Bar and Restaurant
34 South Crossman Ave Buffalo, NY 14211 • $
Soul FoodBuffalo
Catering, Fast Casual / Counter Service
We are a family owned Soul Food Restaurant on the East Side of Buffalo. We are located at 34 S a Crossman Ave off of Genesee. ...
PhatCatz of WNY, Inc
965 Kensington Ave Buffalo, New York 14215 • $$
Soul FoodAmericanSouthernNorth Buffalo
Casual Table Service
PhatCatz is a locally owned Restaurant serving comfort foods , Southern Cuisine, Southern Fish Fry and much more ...
Pine Hill Halal Market
2286 Genesee St Buffalo, NY 14225 • $
HalalSeafoodSoul FoodCheektowaga and East
Fast Casual / Counter Service
We specialize in Fried Fish and Soul food. At Pine Hill Halal Market we serve Shrimp, Catfish, Fried Chicken, Stuffed Tilapia, and more! We're not ...
Poize Restaurant and Lounge
2081 Niagara Street Buffalo, NY 14207 • $$
AmericanSoul FoodNorth Buffalo
Fast Casual / Counter Service
Poize is WNY's preimer restaurant & lounge. Poize brings a unique elegant & savory twist to traditional American cuisine. ...
Simply Soul
829 Main St Niagara Falls, New York 14301 • $
AmericanSouthernSoul FoodNiagara County
Casual Table Service
Simply Soul is a new restaurant opening soon in Niagara Falls, New York and it's Offering Dine In, Take out, and FREE Delivery! ...
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Sunshine Vegan Eats
893 Jefferson Ave Buffalo, New York 14204 • $$
VeganVegetarianPlant-basedSoul FoodBuffalo
Casual Table Service
Amazingly delicious food right in the heart of Buffalo, New York. We provide healthy options, fresh juices, and the best part is everything is plant based! ...
The Flaming Fish
535 Main St Buffalo, NY 14203 • $$
SeafoodAmericanDeli-SandwichesSoul FoodBuffalo
Fast Casual / Counter Service
When you’re craving fresh seafood, but don’t have the time to sit down at a restaurant and eat, we have an alternative option that you might’ve seen ...
The Flaming Fish – Food Truck
It Moves Buffalo, New York 14202 • $
SeafoodSoul FoodBuffalo
Food Truck / Stand / Cart
When you're craving fresh seafood, but don't have the time to sit down at a restaurant and eat, we have an alternative option that you might've seen driving ...
The Grove Lounge
1210 Broadway St Buffalo, New York 14212 • $
Soul FoodBuffalo
Bar, Casual Table Service
The Groove Lounge is Buffalo, New York's Finest Specialty Restaurant doubling as the Metropolitan Area's Hottest Night Spot / Sports Bar! ...
The Oakk Room
1435 Main St. Buffalo, New York 14209 • $$
AmericanSeafoodSoul FoodBuffalo
Casual Table Service
The Oakk Room is a great place to get together with friends, family, and/or colleagues have a nice meal, and enjoy each others company. ...
The Traphaus
Buffalo Buffalo, New York 14202 • $
Soul FoodBuffalo
Catering
Simply put, we cater to your cravings! ...
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This post was originally published in 2020 and has been updated.