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Welcome To Julian's Soul Food
At Julian's Soul Food, located in Philadelphia, the essence of home-cooked comfort shines through every dish. This black-owned gem specializes in hearty soul food, prominently featuring fresh seafood options alongside traditional favorites like ribs and pork chops. With a strong commitment to quality, each meal is made to order, ensuring flavors are rich and satisfying. Highlights from the menu include fall-off-the-bone ribs and irresistible sweet potatoes that have garnered rave reviews. The warm atmosphere, combined with attentive service, makes it an ideal spot for families and groups. At Julian's, you're not just enjoying a meal; you're experiencing a soulful connection to culinary tradition.
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Julian's Soul Food
Welcome to Julian's Soul Food, a hidden gem nestled in the heart of Philadelphia, where the rich flavors of Southern cuisine meet the warmth of home-cooked meals. Located at 1320 W Olney Ave, this diner specializes in seafood and soul food fare that promises to delight every palate. With its welcoming atmosphere and a variety of options for delivery and takeout, Julian's is an ideal spot for families, groups, and food lovers alike.
As I walked into Julian's Soul Food, I was enveloped by the enticing aromas of dishes being prepared and the hum of satisfied patron chatter. The ambiance struck a perfect balance—moderate noise levels made it easy to enjoy vibrant conversations while savoring multiple plates of delicious food. Outdoor seating is available for those who prefer dining al fresco, and with street and bike parking options, accessing this culinary haven is a breeze.
- Highlights: Julian's Soul Food is known for its incredible variety, featuring dishes such as tender pork chops, succulent fried fish, and ribs that truly fall off the bone. A standout is definitely the flavorful turkey wings—each bite bursting with classic Southern spices.
- The sides also deserve special mention. While the mac and cheese can occasionally miss the mark, the sweet potatoes and cabbage are consistently praised by patrons. Many guests have remarked on the freshness and quality of the vegetables, a testament to the chef's commitment to authentic soul food.
- The commitment to customer satisfaction shines through in reviews. Regulars note the excellent service and the accommodating nature of the staff. With every dish made to order, patience is rewarded with rich flavors and memorable dining experiences.
While Julian’s may face modest waits—as one might expect from a place where everything is prepared fresh—the praise for the food far outweighs any inconvenience. The consensus among diners is clear: "Everything is good; nothing is nasty,” as one satisfied guest passionately noted. This speaks volumes about the culinary mastery on display here.
As a food reviewer at Foodjoyy, I can confidently say that Julian's Soul Food is more than just a dining spot; it's a celebration of community, culture, and, most importantly, soul-filled cuisine. If you're in Philadelphia and craving genuine soul food, don’t miss out on this incredible eatery. A visit is more than a meal—it's an experience that warms the heart and satisfies the soul.
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“ Great food.... Great customer service I love there food. The only soul food place in Philadelphia that everything is good. Nothing is nasty NOTHING ”
“ First time I ate here was today and damnnnn that food was good.. I have no complaints.. Ribs fell off the bone, sides was on point!!! Definitely a hidden gem!!! ”
“ This place is great. We initially tried it when we were searching for soul food place near us. We were not disappointed we've had the pork chops the fried fish the ribs and the turkey wings out of here and everything is good the only thing we have a complaint about is sometimes the mac & cheese is not up to par but the sweet potatoes are fantastic. The veggies have been amazing too I love the cabbage. Definitely a place to try out ”
“ Black owned business! Food / taste is very consistent. Just about everything on the menu taste great! Food is made to order. I've seen a few reviews complaining about the wait but when majority of your food is made to order you should expect it. It's not like they are throwing pre made food in a bag. I've been eating here for about 5 years now and while there has been mistakes (they are human people think black owned means perfect or that you have to go above and beyond to service you when we eat from and support businesses with no fuss that flat out tell us it's not made for us) the food has always been a WIN WIN for me. If you've had a bad experience I promise you it's just by chance. The owner/chef is amazing, very accommodating, extremely pleasant and people pleasing so if there's a problem he won't hesitate to fix it. ”
“ The food and customer service was excellent. The Lady at the cash register was so nice ”
“ I love this restaurant gd soul food. The mussels were magnificent.... i was happy the sold Pepsi products!! ”
“ Friendly neighborhood soul food spot near Olney transportation center. Was expecting it to be a little dicey but the decor was nice, the store was clean and they had ESPN on the tvs. For breakfast I got the big breakfast with French toast, home fries and turkey bacon. The food was terrific. The home fries were well seasoned and the French toast was really good. Would definitely recommend! ”
“ I wanted a fried fish platter so looked in yelp and decided to gove this place a try. I called in and ordered a whiting platter with mac and yams. The lady on the phone asked if I wanted a small or large. I asked what the difference was in the sizes and the difference in price and she said it comes with 2 sides. She said the platter was $10 so I just ordered it not caring about the size. I asked how long she said 25 minutes. I arrived about 30 minutes just to give them more time. I advised the young lady I was there to pick up my food she asked for a number. I said I was not given a number but I ordered a fish platter and was told 25 minutes. She said she didnt have an order. As I was about to walk out a gentleman who I assume was the owner asked what was going on at which time the young lady noticed another employee wrote down the order and left. He immediately apologized and advised he could have the platter ready within 5 minutes. He also offered me a free drink which is not much but it shows the value me as a customer. Now to the food... AWESOME!!!! Fish fried perfect, yams and mac great and the cornbread was delicious too! Had the owner not been there I would have never had the chance to taste this awesome food. Good customer service makes a difference!!! ”
