Kelsey's
American restaurant · Ashley ·
Soul food, jazz, and shrimp & grits with live music
Soul food, jazz, and shrimp & grits with live music
"There’s almost always ‘90s R&B music playing in Kelsey’s, and that’s only one of the reasons to come to this laid-back comfort food restaurant. The soul food options you’ll find at weekend brunch, like shrimp and grits or chicken and waffles, will revive you after a long night of partying—plus fuel you up to persevere through whatever else Atlantic City throws your way. Kelsey’s is also the type of place that’s filled with energy on a Sunday morning, but low-key enough to bring a date for dinner. Just make sure to reserve ahead of time, as tables can be tough to come by." - anne cruz
"There’s always a line around the corner to get into this AC jazz bar, and for good reason. Besides amazing vocalists and three-piece bands, the menu of soul food favorites, like big plates of catfish nuggets, shrimp and grits, black-eyed peas and more, is so warm and welcoming that you are guaranteed to become family with the tables around you before you finish your Sex at the Seawall drink. The cornbread is a brunch classic, and if you can’t get a reservation, try to grab a seat at the bar or visit sister location Kelsey & Kim’s a few minutes away." - Annemarie Dooling
"Whether your evening ended with late-night discussions of how the TikTok algorithm knows you better than your significant other or a sensible 11pm nightcap and face mask, you’ll want to make your way to Kelsey’s for the soul food brunch buffet in the morning. Tap into the party spirit once more and vibe to ‘90s R&B or whatever the DJ is spinning with a mimosa in hand. While some people will be dancing at their tables or in the aisles, you’ll see others feasting on shrimp and grits with the gusto of a kid let loose in a candy shop—we support both journeys. Grab some chicken and waffles and prepare yourself for whatever else Atlantic City throws your way, whether you plan to drive home or stay another night to catch an Earth, Wind & Fire concert." - anne cruz
"There’s almost always a ton of old-school R&B music playing in Kelsey’s, and that’s only one of the reasons to come to this laid-back comfort food restaurant. The weekend brunch features soul food favorites like shrimp and grits as well as chicken and waffles, but you won’t be disappointed if you head here for date night either. Tables can be hard to come by, so make sure you book ahead. photo credit: David A. Lee" - Tonya Russell
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