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May 2024

We happened upon Jake's while driving through Birmingham during lunchtime looking for good, fried catfish. The plus was Jake's was also a Caribbean restaurant. I had the curried chicken with Caribbean rice and fried sweet plantains. My husband had the catfish platter, which was a beautifully fried, crisp piece of white meat filet. The curried chicken was delicious - a nice-sized drumstick and thigh, which were braised to perfection - moist and tender with no fat, how do they do that?? The curry was tasty and went perfectly with the rice. I love sweet plantains, and I was served a generous portion, so I had leftovers. I highly recommend Jake's!! Affordable, delicious food and generous portions, can't beat that!!

Apr 2024

I decided to try Jake's Soul Food Cafe for lunch and it did not disappoint. The server was very nice and greeted me when I walked in. She was also very patient with me since it was my first time trying their food and wasn't sure on what to get. I ordered the smothered turkey wings with white rice and the 3 cheese macaroni and cheese. The food was good but it was also very pricey. The restaurant itself was well lit and very welcoming. I can say I will be coming back and highly recommend anyone who's looking for a good soul food spot.

Feb 2024

Really good food, outstanding service, and a welcoming environment. I would recommend it in a heartbeat. If I am ever back in the Birmingham area, I would go back, no questions. I highly recommend the chicken wings, they were a pretty big serving (6 full wings) or the smothered turkey wings. I was genuinely surprised with the mac and cheese too, great seasoning, kind of peppery. My kind of meal!