Cornbread Restaurant & Bar

Chrissy Love was an absolute vibe — hands down one of the best servers we’ve ever had! She had such a fun, magnetic personality and made our whole group feel welcome from the jump. Super accommodating, totally on top of everything, and gave amazing recommendations (seriously, everything she suggested was a hit). She handled our group like a pro — drinks stayed full, food came out fast, and we never had to flag her down for a thing. You could tell she genuinely cared that we were having a good time, and her energy just made the whole night better. Chrissy is the real MVP

The best recommendations come from random people on the street when you are visiting an area and ask about soul food. Cornbread was highly recommended and didn't disappoint! The catfish entree with collard greens and mac & cheese was amazing! My friend enjoyed the Bayou Combo with wings, ribs and catfish. Everything was perfectly seasoned. This place was hopping too! There were so many takeout orders and the dining area was full. That's always a good sign. Our waitress, Christy Love, was so sweet and attentive; simply amazing! If I'm ever in the area again, I will definitely stop back by. I would give ten stars if I could.

When I tell you “you have to make it here,” I mean it. Not only is the service out of this world (Thank you Will for every recommendation)… but the food. I was literally transported back to being a little girl eating at family gatherings. Have you ever had food so good it makes you sweat? Yes! I was “Amen”ing every bite. Just a tip… try to go when they have oxtails… magnificent! But you can rely on the greens, Mac n cheese and cornbread. ❤️ I’ve never had a reason to come to MI being and OSU fan. I will be back!

What a great place! I was in Southfield on business and wanted to try a local restaurant and I was not disappointed. I went at 2:30p and it was busy! Luckily I was able to be seated quickly in the bar area. It seems like a lot of customer come for take out but there were still plenty of people dining in. The restaurant itself is not very big, but it was cozy and the staff were all VERY friendly and inviting. Will was my server and was super accommodating. I had the cornbread (which comes out first) with smothered pork chops, collard greens and Mac&Cheese. Of course I had to have sweet potato pie for dessert. Topping the pork chops off with hot sauce really kicked them into overdrive. They were cooked perfectly and the gravy wasn’t too heavy. The onions were slightly sweet. The collard greens were amazing. The mac&cheese was a little dry (I like it really cheesy and gooey) but that didn’t take away from the actual meal. I really liked the food and it reminded me of my Southern roots. I’ll definitely be back when I am in the area again.

First time here and will definitely recommend. We are not from the area and ma'am! The food, atmosphere, the service such 👌🏾 i appreciate having that feel of being "at home". If and when I'm back in the area - I WILL be back. And Ms Donya, is the person to sit with. She gave her recommendations and took care of us 100% through and through.

Very pleasant experience. The food was amazing. Soulfully seasoned and well prepared, except the greens were a little more done than my liking. And the legendary sweet potato muffins......... to die for!! If you're in the area and have a taste for soul food, this is your spot.

Bestie and I went out for happy hour, and we were told we had to be sitting in the bar area to receive happy hour, drinks, and food. Mind you. The bar only had three people in it, and my girlfriend, is handicapped and could not sit in the high chairs.So the young lady made reception, and let us order off the happy hour menu. Everything was really good, but the bartender. Was really slow when it came to making drinks, and the drinks did not taste very good. But the food is great. And the restaurant was really clean, and they tried to make sure our experience was really nice. They need to work on their bartender. She's not a bartender.She's a drink poorer.

First time here and absolutely AMAZING! Service was great and food so good. Cici was my waitress and helped me pick out items and she had it exactly right! Highly recommend.

Pros: - large portions - friendly service - tasty, home style flavors Cons: - unbelievably SLOW service omg. It took nearly an hour for our meals to come out. Yes, it was a Saturday night, but an hour wait after ordering is quite lengthy. The kitchen absolutely could use some work in managing orders and sending them out in a timely manner.

Excellent first time visit. I started with the gumbo, followed by the catfish with mac & cheese and collard greens. The gumbo was very good with a dark roux which I prefer. I then followed that with some excellent catfish and some fantastic mac & cheese and greens. I love that they have hot sauce at the center of each table too, as it should be. Great sweet tea, basket of cornbread, sweet potato muffins and peach cobbler too. Very clean, welcoming restaurant with excellent service by Ayress. I will be visiting again. I really enjoyed my visit.

If you're looking for an exceptional dining experience, this spot is a must-visit! Their mac & cheese is hands down some of the best I've ever had--rich, creamy, and full of flavor. The barbecue rib tips are tender and perfectly seasoned, while the fried chicken is crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. And don't skip the cornbread--it's the perfect balance of sweet and savory. Ambience was amazing nice and clean just a good feel. Service was exceptional the owner is so friendly and an amazing guy. This is easily the best barbecue and comfort food in all of Michigan! Highly recommend.

From Beans and Cornbread to Cornbread Restaurant & Bar, still a winner for me every time. Personally I like design/layout/vibe of the old location but the new location cool. I get the "Kitchen Sink" everyone now and it covers all my bases, Lobster, Shrimp, Catfish, Gumbo, Collard Greens, Rice and Fried Okra. I might even add a side of Mac and Cheese if I'm really feeling big in the waist lol.

Food, service and atmosphere is amazing! If you like southern food, it's a must go to place. We will be back next week!

By far this has been one of my favorite spots out here Michigan. The food was even better than what it looks like on pictures. From the sweet potato cake fritters to gumbo style soup. The cat fish was cooked to perfection, the Mac & cheese was fire. The collard greens delicious. The potato salad was also very delicious. The ambience here is cozy. They had a cute bar inside that's looked very comfortable and Súper convenient if you have to wait for a table. There aren't many tables and I could see it getting really active on a busy day. Our party had a little hiccup with a seating/table request and the manager was able to accommodate us. I do believe that the service could be a bit more attentive and mindful to all customers in the establishment. Our overall experience was delightful and satisfactory. Definitely recommend this spot to everyone who reads this review and I will definitely be returning soon.

It was my first time eating at this restaurant. We had a party of 4, we were seated quickly. The service was OK but the food was great. Everyone tried different dishes, but my favorite was the greens and the sweet potato muffins. You have to try those if you go. The restaurant has very nice decor and they play great music, but at a low tone where you can still hear the conversation from others that you're dining with they do have a bar and plenty of parking which is accessible. The only thing I don't like is they put a 20% gratuity on parties of four so please beware of that! I'm only giving four stars because I server never came back to refill our drinks or asked if we wanted any additional items or if we need anything.

The food is exceptional. We placed our order and were served within 15 minutes. The waitress was amazing; she greeted us with a smile and checked on us several times during our meal. I highly recommend this place if you're ever in Detroit.

You go to a place for the first time and already know what you're going to have the next time you go there? Well, Cornbread is one of those places! For starters, they automatically bring cornbread to the table which helps to explain the name of the place...it's just like Mamas. I had the special " oxtail over rice" it was my intent to have the "Southern Fried Turkey Chops" I'll get that next time I'm in town! The oxtail was delicious literally fall off the bone, gravy was flavorful. I got the greens with the Mac and cheese for my sides, the portions pretty big (I wasn't able to finish everything). Still orders peach cobbler to go (without seeing whether they had it on the menu) basically, if you ain't got PC on the menu at a restaurant called cornbread you ain't gonna last! The server "Cece?" Was friendly and polite (also, attentive but not hovering), the place is very clean and has an upscale feel about it. I plan on coming here regularly, even though I don't live here. If you like upscale Soulfood this is the place!

Our server, Chrissy Love, was excellent! She was attentive, addressed our concerns with the sun beating down on us and closed the window shade promptly. The food was served hot and it was good. My husband and I are visiting from out of state, but we like Detroit and try to come at least once a year, so we will definitely come back here to eat again. My hubby had the fried chicken, sweet potatoes, and potato salad, which he said was all very good. I had the rib tips, macaroni n cheese and collard greens, which were all delicious. Thank you Chrissy, cooks/chefs and team for making our first time here very enjoyable!

Heard a lot about this place on social media and we were visiting for a wedding and it just so happened to be close to our hotel so we went for it! Definitely was craving souls food and they did just okay. The catfish was good which is why they're getting these stars. The mac was mediocre honestly.. gave KFC Mac and that personally is not for me. They didn't give us our cornbread which I didn't realize til we left. (I don't know how we missed it either but I was soooo sad) The place itself is quite small so highly recommended getting there at a good time, especially on weekends, or you'll be waiting.

This is the food of the heavens! First I have to say, as we were reading reviews trying to decide where to eat in the area, Chrissy Love's name kept coming up over and over for her amazing personality, knowledge of the menu, and superior customer service at Corn Bread and we said, "we need to go see Chrissy Love!" How lucky we're we that we got to meet Chrissy Love! Chrissy if you see this - you did not disappoint! Thank you for the great service and conversation! This location is in a small strip mall, but the ambiance inside is warm and welcoming. All of the staff was welcoming, inclusive, and very friendly. The food! We started with the fried green tomatoes. I'm picky about my fried green tomatoes and these were perfection! The roulade has a slight kick and the FGT were perfectly battered and fried - crispy on the outside, seasoned well, and the inside was warm and sweet. For the table we had fried chicken and waffle, Biloxi Shrimp, Mac n cheese, sweet potato, hush puppies, coke slaw, and sweet tea. Everything was perfection! The waffle was light and fluffy. Hush puppies were fried perfectly and were warm with a hard crunch and soft innards. The fried chicken was moist, flavorful and fall off the bone delicious. Mac n Cheese was like a warm hug from the inside out. The peach cobbler..... oooooohhhhh myyyyyyy goooodnessssssss! Don't even think twice about ordering it - just do it! You won't regret it. Get it with the ice cream and whip cream - it's a work of art and tastes even better. Every bite is filled with warm gooey goodness.

I was underwhelmed but there were a few sweet spots. You can only order take out online, no phone orders. The online menu prices differ from the online website ordering price, assuming to cover fees for the website? But it is irritating when you are up charged for ordering take out, yet still ask for a tip when finishing your order. We ordered catfish, Mac side, sweet potato fries and hush puppies which were all delicious (sweet spots)!!! Complaint on hush puppies literally 7 small pups for $5.60. Won't order again strictly due to size/price point, that is an outrageous mark up. They were smashed into a "side" container. The fried okra tasted like the freezer and were soft. The greens were so spicy for a variety of palettes everyone cannot handle that level of spice. The chicken wings and ribs were okay. The atmosphere was nice when I arrived there to pick up my food. Clean, lively and the employees were kind and helpful.

The Service was great we were seated quickly. A little wait on the food. The food was delicious and hot. First time here and had a good time. Thanks Staff especially Jaime V.

10/10 highly recommended. Warm And welcoming staff. The greens were my favorite, but everything was delicious imo

Don't usually go out soul food because i can get this at home. Was in Detroit and wanted to support black owned restaurant. There was a variety of options available with main courses focused on chicken, fish and ribs prepared in different ways (fried, grilled, blackened, baked, etc.). I ordered the fried catfish along with two sides - mac n cheese and greens. My partner ordered the fried chicken with red/beans and rice and fried okra. I must say this is the best soul food I've had at a restaurant ! Everything was seasoned properly, not greasy and fresh. There were many different dessert options - seasonal cobbler, chocolate, pound and carrot cake. We decided on carrot cake slice which was not as dense as I would have liked but still favorable. Overall a great experience and service was great - Thanks Anitra !

This is a nice option if you're looking for good soul food. They were packed to the walls which told me it must be something good here to check out. I'm a soul food freak, and the mac and greens were ON POINT. The sweet potato casserole was nice too. The corn bread could have been better to me, but I think that's my own particular taste on that, to me good cornbread is hard to come by. My friend got rib tips that were fallin off the bone and I has a smorgusboard or wings, catfish and rib tips. The sweet tea was great also. Worth the trip and would definitely come back!

Basic as it gets, Won't be coming back. Chicken barely any seasoning, Yamsl Bland, Mac & Cheese Wack!

Great service, very friendly and engaged. Delicious food-catfish is a fave and don't get me started about the sweet potato corn muffins! Take some home for breakfast, you'll be happy you did. Prices are good. Great place to celebrate or just enjoy - Cornbread makes it a celebration

We are here from California and we came here earlier this week. Loved, it so much that we came back. Came around lunch time and there was no wait. The vibe was chill. There was plenty of tables to choose from. Last time we came it was so crowded. We ordered fried Chicken and waffles and the chicken fried lobster meal. We also ordered the sweet potato muffins and a stormy weather. They had a drink special with grape or peach martinis for $3. My sister in law ordered the peach. Everything was delicious. I especially enjoyed the chicken fried lobster tails. They were delicious. Our server was Briana and she did a great job. Thank you Cornbread. You don't disappoint! When we come back we will definitely stop by.

I'm from the south so this was pretty good. Maybe I'll get to eat inside one day, they're typically super busy so I order to go/online. I enjoyed their fried chicken and signature cornbread as well!

Service was amazing! Nice and chill atmosphere. Just the soul food we were looking for! Will definitely be back! Cute lil flower with our food too.

Well when in the D I gotta always stop by here and they never disappoint I had the smothered pork chops and Mac and cheese with sweet potatoes and a side of fried okra.. baby let me tell you it gave me life take a look for yourself! And the atmosphere was always beautiful just eating and fellowshipping with my peeps!

Outside Stopped at this location after reading about it through a Yelp search. Friendly service, tasty food, complimentary corn bread is not sweet was also a little dry. I just wish there was a little more food. I had to replace the cornbread dressing with yams only because the sage over powered it. Next time I'm in town I would give them another try.

This my 3rd time dining here. They are going downhill. First time, I was with a group about 12 of us, great treated us like royalty,?fresh food, tab about $550+! Second time, I went alone, I got old chicken wings, black bones, a few yams on top of bowl but underneath was the scrapping from the bottom of the pot and greens were decent. Third time, my son wanted to go because I had raved so much about my first visit. It was a disaster. Gumbo, not one shrimp in his cup or mine, not one! His fish was fried so hard most of it was batter, green beans dipped in some oil and deemed done nice and crunchy but not and greens decent. I had fried chicken wings! I can't believe the pin feathers were still on all 3 of the wings! I needed a match to burn all of them off. I'm done won't be back!

So good I forgot to take a picture What neat 3 sides green 10/10 customers service

We sat outside on the patio. The food was hot, fresh, and absolutely delicious! Our server was so kind.

Let first say I did not know this was the new name for beans and cornbread all this time I was amazed that nobody told they moved and changed the name lol. But anyway the ambiance is very nice I like the gray wood and black decor. The service was cool our food came out wrong at first but it was fixed it took a while but corrected the mistake. Let's start with the items I did like, I enjoyed the blue frozen margarita cocktail. The red beans and rice was pretty good as well no complaints there. I didn't like the chicken nor Mac n cheese and I love Mac n cheese it taste like they use Velveeta cheese and I don't like that type of cheese at all, I couldn't eat it. The whole wings were so dark to the bone and the meat became dark, it did not taste good. The catfish was okay it was bad not great. I would probably come back to try something else since I did enjoy them when they were under the other name. Overall the experience was okay.

This will probably be a stop every time near or jn Detroit. It was a Sunday, so it was packed. I'm not sure if they accept reservations, but I highly recommend if you are not going alone. I sat at the bar. The service was probably more like 3 stars. I love a good soul food carb and veggie plate. You can definitely get your fill of it here. I don't have a complaint about any of it. I also loved that it is black owned. I'll always try to support for us by us. It can be loud because people are eating good and looking good. A great spot for brunch.

I met my friend here on a Saturday afternoon, 30 mins after they opened. Very clean on the inside. The staff are friendly and personable. The food was pretty good. I ordered the combo with catfish, rib tips & wings. Portion sizes are decent. Food is seasoned well. I wasn't a fan of the hot sauce they use. It wasn't in a bottle with a label so idk the brand. No salt and pepper on the table. I paid with my card but had to get up & go to the monitor to sign for it. All in all, it's a decent soul food restaurant. I wouldn't mind going back. Give them a try & see what you think.

The food is good here. The service is quick. The food has to be prepared already, because we get it so quickly. They serve a good portion though the prices are a little high. The rib tips are delicious. I didn't see ribs on the menu. The restaurant is on the small side but we are always seated right away.

When you're in the mood for soul food, this is the place to go. The early you go the better chance of getting a table. Food is good and the prices are reasonable. It's a smaller location from what it used to be. That's why you go early because it gets crowded really fast. Ask for LaTonya on the wait staff, she'll make you feel right at home. The music selection and lightening is comforting!!! This place gets an A+

Great food, excellent service and cute atmosphere. Everything was served hot, fresh and well seasoned. Soul food is one of those things that can be hit or miss with too much salt or lack of flavor. But the food was delicious. Just as good as it was in the old days under the old name and location.

Solid Soul food spot Some people have made the notion that soul food should be fancy. Cornbread strives to make a stand against that belief. Came in a Sunday and waited for them to open promptly at 12. They sure do get busy quick! We were seated quickly but in anticipation say that for the tables that can 15-30 minutes after us lol. Walked into live music hitting all the classics. Ambiance was light, cute vibe and decor. Restrooms are small and aren't made for multiple people so the line got long quick. On to the food. For a place to choose the name Cornbread, it better back it up with some amazing cornbread. I was underwhelmed. It is a sweeter cornbread, nothing wrong with that but it was dry and super crumbly. And we were the first ones there. I wasn't blown away. My friend loved her gumbo and we both liked our drinks from the bar, Peachy keen and Stormy Weather. I ordered a regular iced tea and again was underwhelmed. There was no deep tea flavor, just sweet water with color. For the main course I LOVED my catfish, sweet potatoes, and cornbread dressing. That dressing was flavorful and moist. Everything cooked perfectly. My friend liked her cup of gumbo a lot, but was underwhelmed with her main course and mac and cheese. Overall solid with some definite room for improvement.

What happened to be a pit stop turned into a full fledge brunch! My sister and I were out getting our nails done and we pulled up to use the restroom and decided to eat.... Aaaaand I'm so happy we did! First off, our waitress was the bomb! We sat at the bar and I wish I could remember her name but she was excellent. So welcoming and fun to converse with. Since I heard that Cornbread was a spin-off of Beans & Cornbread I ordered the sweet potato muffins just to see if they were still bomb. I order half a dozen and let me say this....before I knew it, I told her to charge me for a dozen and bring more out. My sister doesn't like sweet potatoes but she fell in love with the muffins. When I say we smashed all twelve before our food came out, it was as if we forgot that we ordered something else. When our plates came out, the food was piping hot and absolutely delicious . The catfish was seasoned perfectly and cooked to perfection. The max and cheese was so creamy and cheesy and the greens were gone FIRST! Delicious. If you ever have a chance, stop by Cornbread. It is smaller than the previous area but it's really quaint and nice. Whew!

Good option if you're looking for gumbo in the suburbs. I wish they included cornbread with the gumbo though. Friendly service. Last time I went, takeout was SUPER fast, which was a pleasant surprise. I feel like the price for a bowl is a tad bit pricey for the portion.

Stopped in for some Quality self time and enjoyed myself! Nice and. Quiet with attentive wait staff. Food was hot, seasoned well and so good! Always a good experience! Thanks for being consistent!

Chrissy love was very courteous and willing to serve, the food was very taste not over season. We will be attending again Thanks for your service Chrissy Love

Good food great atmosphere nice service I am going back for more .......Candied Red Beans and Rice

The food is awesome and Chrissy Love our server was awesome. She was attentive and even gave us an extra bowl of gumbo from another order that was left over. The gumbo is very flavorful and the service and decor is awesome

Visited here with out of town family today! Food is still great for the price. Service was excellent. Was a lil taken aback by the waitress at the end who indicated they had to share tips. The suggested tip of 20 percent was included in the bill however it seemed she'd hoped for more. I get the feeling sometimes as if patrons are expected to compensate more in a tip. I think 20% is a good not fair but good amount on a bill. I would still dine here again!

The staffs are very attentive. I am surprised they have a full staff working in 2022. Food is good, sweetness of the yam is on point. Green bean is still green, many times people just overcook and green beans look gray. Catfish seasoning is not too salty and skin is very crunchy with hot fish in the inside. It is kinda expensive for Southern food even though there is massive inflation right now. Sweet potato and green beans don't cost that much

Food was pretty good, especially the catfish. Also, the chocolate cake is the bomb! Our server, Donya, was wonderful!

The service was good and so was the food I did have to wait for several minutes however a seat at the bar was just fine.

I feel let down ... with this reboot and relocation of Beans & Cornbread. But let's start with the good stuff: - Modern and welcoming venue, but much smaller that their space at Sunset Plaza - Host was excellent - Whitney was doing double-duty as the bartender and waitress. I set my expectations to Low. I was mistaken. Whitney is a rockstar. Attentive, knowledgeable and zero wasted motions. - Two large, clean Unisex bathrooms. - The preparation of the catfish and chicken is excellent. But ultimately, it comes down to the food and culinary experience: - Gone are the mini sweet potato muffins from the basket of complimentary cornbread. - Did the cornbread recipe change? I do not remember it being Sahara desert dry and sooo crumbly. - No slabs of ribs on the menu. They are an unadvertised "sometimes" thing - The rib tips are nothing like what I consider rib tips as I have enjoyed many times in KC and many Texas BBQ joints. Rather; they are mini rib-lettes. - I am a bit hazy on the Mac & Cheese ... I remember it being thicker; less creamy-ish. Did the recipe change? - The reds beans and rice flavors were spot-on, but I remember them being thicker; less soupy-ish. - Portion sizes are a bit smaller. Will I return? Only when they have ribs available, and I gotta call everyday to see if they will be available. Grrr.

We just had an amazing experience at Cornbread. My husband had the Kitchen Sink I had the Bayou. Both were large portions. Our waitress was so friendly and knowledgeable. We left with the carrot cake and sweet potato pie. The restaurant, "black-owned" looked to be operating like a well-oiled machine. The greeter and hostess were very friendly. Mr. Owner you may not know it but there are 2 young ladies who are working together and preparing catering sides who are absolutely beautiful, respectful and focused on their work there. We will definitely return and tell others about CORNBREAD!! THANK YOU ALL!! Lewis & Katrina DC Visitors

I am serious about my soul food and rely heavily on my fellow Yelpers. This place came highly rated and was in close proximity to the hotel so here we go! Get there quick and seated in the sun even quicker after some time that sun was hittin hittin and uh ruh....no! I let the shade down. Let's get to business. We wanted a little bit of everything but aren't heavy eaters so we opted for the seafood kitchen sink. This here has a bed of white rice with gumbo in the middle, surrounded by collards , catfish fingers and shrimp then topped with a lobster tail. Come on now! It was really good people. Now my only hold up is it needed 4 shrimp even if for one person. We also ordered the yams and mac. Yams to the yes! That Mac was baked and I'm not a fan and neither was my food mate. It was dry and lacked flavor. The cornbread didn't look like others served but hey. Now one thing for certain and two things for sure...server LaTonya knew her menu and was pleasantly refreshing. They also have a nice vibe with the artwork and wall scripts. TY! Overall I would definitely return without hesitation! Thank me later!

This place was a great way to start my trip. The service was great. The owner made me feel at home and welcome. She was so attentive. I felt like I was her priority. The food was made fresh and reminded me so much of soul food that I would get back home in Memphis. The decor was amazing. Tons of black Hollywood photos. And old school black charm.

Everything about this place worked! The staff was friendly, our server was top-notch, and the food came out shortly after we placed our orders. Had a chance to speak with the owner who is a really awesome guy. All in all, it was an amazing experience! But the food was the highlight, as it was absolutely delicious! The next time we're in the Detroit area we will definitely make another return here.