"Vonda McPherson, the doyenne of Southern fare in Newark, has been presenting her twist on comfort soul food in New Jersey for over 25 years, and at her laid-back Kinney Street location since 2013. There’s breakfast all day, including French toast stuffed with peaches, cream cheese, and pecans that’s a real treat. For something savory, start with the black-eyed pea dip before launching into fried whiting and grits. Sweet tea optional." - Hank Zona