Gourmet Soul Restaurant and Catering

I really enjoyed myself here. I have been looking for the best soul food spot because sometimes I miss my step-dad and he really introduced me to the culture.. RIP♡ I loved their greens BUT they didn't have vinegar 😔 I need my vinegar & hot sauce but their pork chop was so buttery good omg I want some more thinking about rn. Their wings was little salty but their sauces made it less salty I favorite hot & spicy sauce but their other sauce was good too. We came during the slower time so it was really nice to enjoy the place alone. It was such a good time.

Oh this place was the place! I definitely will be back! The food was incredible. As far as service there was only one sever on the floor and she still did her thing. If you’re a cognac type of person when it comes to liquor they carry D’Usse and Remy 1738. The ambiance was really nice and a classy/up scale vibe. “Best Soul Food in St. Louis” is a legit claim. ITS A MUST GO!!

My first experience at a restaurant in St. Louis, Missouri, in my adult life. Excellent experience i was able to enjoy with my Mom Dukes, who is in town for a woman's conference. All the dishes were good. Mid-west soul food!

This was my first time dining at this restaurant, and overall, the experience had its highs and lows. When we arrived, we were told there would be a 45-minute to 1-hour wait but to our surprise, we were seated in by 15-20 minutes by Ms. T. That was a pleasant start, especially considering how busy it was. It looked like there was some kind of convention going on, and for it to be so packed early in the afternoon, I took that as a great sign that the food must be worth it! However, as our visit went on, it became clear that customer service is an area that needs attention. The restaurant seemed short staffed, and I noticed several guests looking for assistance with no one immediately available. While the staff members who were present remained friendly, it was obvious they were stretched thin. We ended up waiting about an hour for our food, and during that time, we were only given one update. That lack of communication made the wait feel even longer. I understand that we may have come during a rush, but regular check-ins would have made a big difference. For future guests definitely don’t come hungry, just in case you’re met with a similar delay. The food was good! I enjoyed the sides mostly!! Yams, Collards and Mac & Cheese was delicious. My fries and fish was not hot, however, I didn’t complain! In the end Makala replaced the fries. She was amazing. That said, I want to shout out Steve, who was working incredibly hard, clearing tables, helping customers, and clearly doing everything he could to keep things moving. Also, Makala, our waitress, was kind and tried her best to keep us informed and comfortable while we waited. Unfortunately, there was a moment that stood out for the wrong reason. A staff member named Nya (or Nia) was visibly rude to a customer picking up an order. As a paying guest myself, I found the tone and approach to be unprofessional and unnecessarily harsh, especially in front of other patrons. Regardless of stress levels, how staff communicates matters! Customer service is the foundation of any great business, and experiences like that can make or break a customer's impression. If she holds a leadership position, I hope this is addressed, as that kind of behavior sets the wrong tone for the entire team. In summary, the food may well be worth the wait, but customer service should never take a back seat, especially in a busy environment. With a few more hands on deck and a stronger focus on communication and professionalism, this place has the potential to be a favorite. I would return again.

This cozy little restaurant serves southern style soul food. Fried chicken and fish. Food was hot, prepared quickly and our server was very professional. I recommend this restaurant for dining. They also offer grub hub and door dash. While we were dining, about an hour, there were at least 35 to go orders ordered through these services. This restaurant also offers catering for events.

I had the rosemary garlic lambchops, collard greens w/turkey and mac and cheese. Everything was absolutely delicious. There isn't anything negative to say. The meal was so flavorful. I recommend everyone to give them a try. You will be hooked!

I am from St. Louis and took my husband here to visit. I wasn't sure if we should visit the City Museum, but the deciding factor was that we could have lunch at Gourmet Soul. WORTH IT! The chicken wings were good (sweet and spicy, not all that spicy), and fish was tasty. The collard greens and Mac and cheese were perfect examples of the genre! Combined with some tasty drinks and good service. I'm happy!!

We arrived after 3pm. The place was busy with no actual host or anyone staffed to seat us. After our wait, we were seated by our waitress who seemed to be doing multiple jobs at once. The place is cozy and nicely decorated though. Upon being seated, we were immediately informed that they were out of lamb chops and the Austin horseshoe. I ordered the smothered pork chops with cornbread dressing and candied yams. Everything came out quickly but was cold. The food was disappointing. The chop was tiny and unseasoned, the gravy was unseasoned, tasted like it was made from a packet and there were no onions or anything on the chop. The dressing was sweet and dry (even with gravy) and the yams were ok. The lemonade was from Aldi's (I watched them pour it from the bottle at a customer's table) and you have to pay for water (they only offer bottled water). I had been looking forward to trying this place and to say that I'm disappointed is an understatement.

We came here for a company event and had the place all to ourselves at 7:30 PM on a Thursday night. The place has a really cute, distinct decor that made you feel hugged by a rich Southern aunt. The bartenders were both really attentive and kind, and even let us DJ music. Most important of all, the catered food was really good -- fried fish, fried chicken, collard greens, cornbread, Asian noodles, smothered pork chops, baked mac and cheese, and peach cobbler. The stand-outs for me were the fried fish and chicken -- super juicy and flavourful without feeling too heavy. The noodles were surprisingly good to, and it was a controversial opinion, but I liked the gooeyness of the mac and cheese. The smothered pork chops had good flavour, but the meat broke down too easily for my liking, while the collard greens were a bit salty. I didn't taste the peach cobbler because I'm allergic to peaches, but my colleagues said it was the perfect way to cap the meal. All in all, I think it's a good place to go for big parties that need catering/event space.

When I came in on a Sunday afternoon, I instantly felt community. The vibes are good for those who don't mind eating amongst lively conversations. It's a great choice for solo, date, friends, or family dinner. Anybody you want to enjoy comfort food with. My favorite thing I noticed is it's all black women running the front of the house. Doing it, and doing it well. Make this your next soul food outing! FYI - There are also options to sit at the bar or pick up/take out.

If you want food that can hug, this is the place to go! Warning! You may get too cozy from the hug and the food coma... Drive safely afterwards! The Best Soul Food spot I've ever been to... Literally EVERYTHING we ordered was amazing! We ordered: * Fried Fish Bowl * Shrimp N' Gritz * Smothered Pork * Chicken wings * French Fries * Green beans * Dressing * Whipped potatoes * Candied sweet potatoes * Mac N' Cheese * Fried Catfish * Collard Greens * Peach Cobbler etc... The Fried Chicken was a game changer. It had a subtle sweetness that made the flavors pop. I enjoyed the fried fish so much with their cheesy bowl, I actually got one "to-go". Generous amount of food! Street parking only! Highly recommended!

This place is amazing the food is delicious and seasoned well the staff was friendly accommodating and attentive nice music U can stop in for a cocktail with friends or dinner with the family

Gourmet Soul was a hidden gem at its location. The cool urban exterior would not give indication of the classy comfortable interior. The staff that helped our group gave great answers to our foodie questions that guided us in picking the perfect options. All of the food was delicious and so filling. My lamb special with mashed potatoes and cornbread exceeded my expectations - there was nothing left to take home.

Thoroughly impressed! The entire ordering-to-pickup-to-devouring experience was wonderful start to finish. In the mood for something hearty & soulful, I found Gourmet Soul via DoorDash. Because I'm frugal, willing & able, I opted for pickup. Price point for each item was fair for the amount of food provided in my order. Delicately fried Swai, Mac&Cheese, Collard Greens & Yams. All made me wanna slap my mama! Some soulful spots have a tendency to "overdo it" with oils & sweeteners, which I'm sensitive to. Gourmet Soul nailed it with just the right amount of this & that...making the dish visually appealing and tantalizing to the palate. Service was prompt & pleasant upon pickup. The exterior was nicely decorated & I'm eager to dine-in when the option becomes available again. ~Christy

Great place for great soul. Food. Staff was extremely friendly, parking was ample and the food was superb. Superb. Can't wait to come back here on Sunday to have lunch again!

Gourmet Soul was a really cool experience. I was there for an event and ordered my food at the start of the event at the bar. I ordered a nice cocktail with the help of the owner who was behind the bar and I got something custom (pineapple juice with a dark liquor I can't remember). When my food came to my table the portions were really big. I got the Sweet Wing and Fries. The wings were whole but very tasty. The fries were seasoned well and not too salty. It was a great experience and would definitely go again.

I just love the deep fried salmon! When they first introduced it to their menu, I was skeptical only because I'd never had salmon fried. It's delightful! The sauce on top of the rice and salmon is to die for! And because I'm greedy, I mix a side order of Mac n cheese with the sauce as well. I like their other fried items as well. Tonight I have an order of chicken and fish! Good portions for tbe

Eh, I wasn't all that impressed with this place. I'm not a huge soul food person anyway however I can appreciate some delicious food for the soul. I ordered to go after work and it was a beautiful little venue. It makes an impression with the painted mural over the store front area so you can't miss it. The interior was adorable. Of course it was set up for takeout but the grey and white color scheme with the bar with a bit of bling was beautiful. I ordered the chicken wings and fries, which was a good value at $7.99 for 5 full wings and fries. Everything was hot and fresh and the wings were seasoned but I just wasn't blown away by it. I also ordered the smothered pork chops with Mac n cheese and it was good. Good gravy, easy to cut, mac n cheese was a baked Mac n cheese and it was good. They do have some cool specials that they promote on their Instagram and everything always looks mouthwatering. As someone who cooks and has a mom who brought me up on soul food, take my lackluster response with a grain of salt. But if you don't cook, don't live close to your family members that do and crave this cuisine, this may be the place for you! I may try one of their specials one day but there are so many places to eat in STL and so little time, I don't see myself running back here soon for the comfort foods I can cook at home.

We are a few blocks to gourmet soul so we come often. Since getting takeout during COVID-19 my wait has been an hour. Make sure you have time if you are calling in an order and picking up. We are always patient because the food is delightful but haven't had the experience of running in for grab and go yet. They were very apologetic today because of issue with their fryer causing the delay. We received sodas with our meal because of the wait. There is limited space in the waiting area and always multiple people waiting. My preference would be for some additional space to social distance. Mask are required so that is a plus. Recommend - Fish/Fry Plate

Went to eat inside the restaurant, bad idea. Very chaotic. Table of 10 received their food before we did, although we ordered first. (Was said that tickets got mixed up). Food is good, but from now on we will order to go.

This place is not only Dear to my soul' but thee food was amazing!!!!!! We had thee pork chop dinner with sweet potatoes & greens. This is my Auntie Vs spot and I'm beyond proud of her! I've watch Aunt Lavinia Cater some great places... I love to eat out Lol! Especially thee things Gourmet Soul Cooks! So thank you LV and thee staff at Gourmet Soul!! Miss NBC "Good Morning America Restaurant Winner!! It's tough but it's all for your Community! God's people! Keep up the Good Work STL crew! 10000Stars!!Fried Pork Chop Dinner

my money was taken but I never received any food or a refund I reached out to this business and still no reply I tried disputing this matter several times I want my money back

Excellent food and superior service in a comfortably chic atmosphere at an affordable price. Nothing more needs to be said. A guaranteed return trip.

Newly remodeled. Best lamb chops I've had in a restaurant. Crispy fries. Friendly waitress.

This was a really nice atmosphere. The food was delicious. The customer service was awesome. I recommend this place if you want some good soul food!

Traveled for work and found this spot on yelp. Food was amazing! Service was great. Our group tried one of everything and it was sooo good!

I only ordered sides, but I was disappointed in the taste of the dressing, and collards . Dressing was VERY dry and the greens had NO juices. I don't think I'd go again.

The food and ambiance were awesome. We got there right before the crowd arrived. The service was nice and consistent. The establishment is beautifully decorated and parking was easy. Definitely food for the soul.

*I came out in the cold and rain today for one reason...... Keep reading: I had not moved back to the STL area yet, but my friends were raving about this restaurant and told me, "You have to go try it when you are home!" I delayed my visit until I permanently relocated back to the area in 2014. That was the year my taste buds fell in love with a dish that added more "sway" to my hips: "The Kitchen Sink - Ultimate Shrimp & Grits" created and perfected by Chef Anthony Ellerson, Jr. of the Kitchen Sink (St. Louis). Many of us ate his dishes multiple times until our hearts were broken in 2017 and the doors were closed on the last location, Downtown St. Louis. We thought 2018 was the year he would welcome us back with open arms, but it was not meant to be. We had a chance to have some of our favorites in October of 2019 at One Day Pop-Up. As the year 2021 begins so many of us are worn down and stressed due to living under the threat of the pandemic. So having Anthony cook for us was a absolute treat and the gift that some of us needed (I did). My favorite dish, "The Kitchen Sink - Ultimate Shrimp & Grits" is still my favorite. Anthony, I thank you! A HUGE THANK YOU to Gourmet Soul.... We (yes, I speak for lots of us....LOL) are not sure how you convinced him to get in the kitchen, but we are grateful! Judging from the amount of cars I saw pulling up today and way your staff was moving those orders out...DO NOT LET HIM OUT OF YOUR SIGHT!!!! I end this the way my social media post began "If you know . . . you know . . . If you don't . . . Educate yourself . . . He is back!" #stlmetrofoodie

Had the smothered pork chops with candied sweet potatoes and husband had the fried fish with collard greens - EXCELLENT!

First off, you know how you get "Soul Food" spots and you kind of iffy on if it's really gonna touch your soul? Don't even hold that thought too long when you come to this establishment. THIS FOOD IS INSANE. I SCARFED MY PLATE IN 7 MINUTES AND WAS READY FOR MORE. The staff is great and homely, very great, efficient, and QUICK service. The food, man... look, the flavor is amazing. You'd think your own granny is in the back herself along it. Everything I had was perfect, no complaints at all. Those who are aware what "Itis" is, you will have it for sure, just as sure as you will want a 2nd plate. I will be here EVERY WEEK from this day forth. I would hug the cook if I could, TRUE SOUL FOOD!!!!

Absolutely, delicious food. Great, atmosphere and great staff absolutely love this place.

Recommended to my family while in St. Louis. Food was good; the service was disappointing. (Note: the waitstaff was very distracted by her acquaintances that were dining and interrupting her ability to serve other customers!) I had the old bay wings which were fried perfectly; they could have used a little more seasoning. The greens were good with the corn cakes. But, the green beans were subpar as they were canned green beans...canned vegetable aren't a tasty component to any dish on the menu. My rating is a average of the food (3) and the service (2).

Don't walk here run.!!! The lunch I got today baby!!! Good good good. I usually write bad reviews, but the food and service here was top notch. I will be visiting here more.Customer service was great food was great, I can't say nothing bad. EAT HERE, THE FOOD IS EXCELLENT!!!!

Would highly recommend. The food is really good and so is the service. The fried fish is my favorite menu item. The lemonade is also very good, but is often sold out. If you have the chance to get it, you will not regret it!

I ordered takeout just now. I got their cheeseburger and french fries. This is an amazing amazing hamburger and the french fries are really good as well. The place is very well decorated and the gal behind the bar was very nice and helpful. I appreciate the fantastic food and I'll be coming again tomorrow for my last dinner in St. Louis

Ordered the smothered porkchop with Mac n cheese and cornbread stuffing. The porkchop itself was pretty tender, full of flavor, and a decent portion. The gravy on top was a bit salty, but otherwise really good. The cornbread stuffing was a tad dry, but good flavor and plenty of it. The Mac n cheese tasted like velveta Mac. A childhood favorite of mine so I loved it. Extremely cheesey and might be a tad on the salty side as well. Overall very good and will be coming back to try more.

the food is tasty but i wish the sides were in bigger packaging! the mac and cheese with yams were so good. the service is nice

The food is absolutely delicious!! My husband and I visited this restaurant on Sunday, and was very impressed with the food and the service.. Definitely a place to check out!!

Customer service is terrible answered the phone with a rude attitude rushing me can barley finish what I was saying walked in no better still rude throwing around receipt food mediocre smothered pork chop gravy is good but the pork chop itself is rough macaroni gooey and greens super salty

Best Collard Greens in town! Love the baked chicken which was so tender and juicy. The food here is not over seasoned yet very tasty. Guess what ? The green beans didn't come out of a can!

Food has been on point from day one. Brought out of town family here, and they recommend their friends stop by. I can't wait for this place to open back up look like a great happy hour place to unwind from work.

Ordered chicken wings with side of dressing. And pork chop with side of greens. Food was good, nicely seasoned and freshly made. Loved our waitress who was very service oriented and friendly. Restaurant was clean and nicely furnished. Nice place. I will definitely be back to try something new!

Food tastes great and the last time I there had a great experience. Today, unfortunately not so great. I waited more almost an hour for the 5 wings and get to my next stop and only 4 wings . Quite dissatisfied with this experience.

On my first visit to St. Louis, Gourmet Soul was a stop I have to say was one of the best soul food culinary experiences I have ever had. From Los Angeles to Louisiana I've had soul food all over the country but I cannot begin to describe the food in the manner in which my taste buds and senses experienced it. Nevertheless I will make a go at it! Food: I order the fried fish with a side of Greens, yams and shared a Mac n' cheese bowl with my fiancé. The fish, fried and seasoned to perfection. I mean perfection! The swai fillets were perfectly crispy on the outside and tender and flavorful upon each bite! The greens, immediately scored points for being flavorful not overly salted and with a nice non-overbearing kick at the end of each bite. One disappointment, they had no cornbread! The reason given was that the cook said she didn't make any that day. not acceptable for a new establishment. Cornbread is an essential compliment to greens. Please make sure to always have a box of jiffy on standby for emergency situations. The YAMS! I rarely move into this category with my reviews but these are hands down the best yams I have ever tasted! Yes better than my grandma Helen and great-grandma Bulah ( oh Lord am I saying this?!) The perfect balance of brown sugar, cinnamon and nutmeg (possibly some all spice?) I ate them so slowly I wanted to savor every bite. I didn't want it to end. I could literally have this for breakfast, snack, lunch, snack, dinner and dessert,it really is slap yo mama good! The Mac, while delicious for me it was the only dish that didn't wow me. But don't get me wrong I devoured it just didn't leave the impression of mind blowing. I have a cousin who makes Mac N' Cheese for family picnics and her version is my preferred go to. Besides, Mac N' Cheese is so insanely subjective, it would have to be perfection in every way to please every person you serve it to. Even then someone would say Auntie Linda's is better. Another dish sampled from other's plates included Smothered pork chops, flavorful, tender and old school grandma like gravy! Last and certainly not least my favorite part of the meal Dessert! Today all they had was bread pudding and I'm grateful they did! OMG TO INFINITY, the texture of the crispy top to the silky moist middle was ridiculous but then of course there is the flavor the bourbon/caramel married into a symphony masterpiece in my mouth! We had ours a la mode and the kitchen added canned whipped cream which is a NO NO! Unless you're adding a fresh whipped cream lightly sweetened on the side you DO NOT need the whipped cream anywhere on the bread pudding. It is literally perfect by itself. Perfect location and outstanding cuisine. I can't wait to get back to the Lou to enjoy again!

Just ate lunch at Gourmet Soul Restaurant and Catering. We were in a large group and everyone Loved it! The atmosphere is uncluttered and simple. The service was good and the server was friendly and kind. The food was plentiful, authentic as the food my grandmothers cooked when I was a kid, and it was all reasonably priced. There was so much light, crispy-coated, tender-on-the-inside fish on my plate, I couldn't eat it all. The mac-and-cheese was so much like homemade and delicious, it's a good thing I had to share because I wouldn't have been able to resist eating it all by myself. Given the chance, I'd eat at the Gourmet Soul again in a heartbeat.

The horseshoe was delicious. I would get it again. The dressing was great. I have been craving dressing and I was very happy. I will order again definitely.

Love love love it!!! I can't say enough about gourmet soul, if u need some good soul food and don't have time to cook or simple just can't cook they got u covered.

This food is truly for the soul. There is something about great service and amazing food that makes everything perfect. Soul Food was taken to a another level in Saint Louis when Gourmet Soul hit the scene.

In a sea of so-so soul food spots, Gourmet Soul ("GS") is a food sanctuary for those seeking authentic and freshly prepared dishes. I became familiar with this place due to the referral of a friend. I had never heard of them before so I was a little apprehensive. I needed to have professional catering done for two events due to the passing of my mother and I demanded tasteful food served in a professional manner. The Owner invited family and friends to do a special tasting. There were items that weren't on the menu that I requested and they made those too. To say everyone was blown away was an understatement! The presentation for the events was immaculate as well as the service. Everyone was so delighted with the food there was nothing left. I then started going on my own and taking other people with me. You will be hard-pressed to find macaroni & cheese that's not made at someone's home that taste as good as the one they serve at GS. The peach cobbler is amazing, the candy yams are sweet and soft, the chicken is delicious but I would definitely have to say the 14 karat gold is a smash hit! GS also offers a brunch the first Saturday of the month but I've yet to make it and the meat dishes are pork so those are out for me (turkey & veggie options please). The key to good soul food is definitely the seasoning and everything is flavorful here. It must also be cooked with love. Everything is reasonably priced and I've never been disappointed in the taste or quality of the meals. My only qualms are the hours of operation. For walk in's (not catering) they literally stop cooking at 2pm. That makes trying to get a delicious dinner during the week or Sunday impossible (key times you want something soulful). Caring cooks prepare these delights so you can't lose with GS. Swing downtown (other side of City Museum) off the beaten path and give them a go and bring friends, they'll be happy you did.

The fried salmon w/coco rice is really good. I went there the previous Friday. I've tried other good things on the menu. They never disappoint. And the staff is very friendly

A restaurant with all the fixings, Brunch, Holiday Venue's, Lunch ,Dinner and the list goes on. Gourmet Soul Restaurant brings freshness and home cooking to a different level. Delicious appetizers, food entrees and desserts that's homemade and ready to serve. Friendly customer Service, and atmosphere. Reasonable prices and plenty of street parking for customers. Enjoy ! AW

I visited with a group of coworkers and everything we tried was excellent. Highly recommend fish and Mac and cheese. Such nice people as well and awesome decor! Incredible value.

Delicious. Would rate 5 stars, but there's been hit or miss issues with them being open or sold out.

This restaurant is absolutely beautiful, and clean. The service was very friendly and welcoming. They have a small menu, but everything I tasted was Excellent. I'd suggest the smothered pork chop or the catfish. The pork chop was the Best, and tenderest I've ever had. You have to try their greens for a side dish, it's the closest to my own. Whew. I'd highly suggest this restaurant to anyone who enjoy Soul Food.

Today is my first day here and I'm in love. The owner is such a wonderful spirit with such a love for food that comes through in every bite. Everything is beautifully presented and the staff is incredibly welcoming. The gumbo is the best I've ever had and has just enough spice to make me happy. I'm so excited to try more things on the menu and bring other friends and family to enjoy the food.

The food is always fresh and taste like I cooked it. The cook is the bomb!!!!! Those yams OMG!!!!! Today I requested a fried pork chop that I don't see on the menu but hope they are able to accommodateTwo thumbs up

Food was so good !! We ordered the greens, macaroni (cheesy goodness), and perfectly fried chicken wings .Ordered for pick up and they did it all in a timely manner! You should definitely visit here .