The Food Bank Eatery

I first discovered this restaurant on DoorDash as a newcomer, and as a lover of soul food, I was immediately intrigued. Being a cook myself and originally from Chicago by way of the South, I’ve had the chance to taste soul food from many places during my travels. I can confidently say they live up to their quote: “It’s just like grandma’s.” This is my third time ordering from them, and though I haven’t visited the establishment in person yet, I work in North Minneapolis and plan to stop by soon. So far, I’ve tried their catfish, baked macaroni and cheese, sweet potatoes, and caramel cake, and I’ve been impressed every time. The catfish is always cooked perfectly—seasoned just right without being overly salty, which is refreshing for soul food. The mac and cheese has a delightful baked flavor, with a perfect balance of ingredients. The texture is consistently on point, and it’s cheesy without being overwhelming. The sweet potatoes are a standout for me (yams are my favorite dish to eat and cook). Their sauce has a unique sweetness with what I think is a hint of orange—it’s sweet but not overly so. The caramel cake is another highlight. The caramel tastes homemade, the cake is incredibly moist, and the flavors blend together beautifully. One thing I’ve appreciated every time I’ve ordered through DoorDash is that the food always arrives hot, as if it came straight out of the kitchen and right to my door. I’m thrilled to see this restaurant in the community because Minnesota has long needed more great soul food options. My other go-to spot is Angelea’s Soul Food Kitchen, which is also incredible, but this restaurant is just as amazing—and it’s available on DoorDash! I’m confident you’ll continue to thrive. Having quality soul food so accessible is truly a gift!

YAMS. Sweet yaaaams (lol) FIRE! Perfectly tender, sweet, and flavorful. The cabbage could’ve used a little more seasoning for me, buuuut, my baby loved them! So 👍🏽👍🏽. I had not tried anything ‘hot honey’ flavored until today when I tried ‘The Food Bank’ wings in hot honey flavor, MAGNIFICENT! Now when it comes to this peach cobbler y’all, it’s so SOOOO good. Like so good I have to keep it to myself 😂😂. Today was my second time eating here and yet again, I was not disappointed. Oh and to clarify, the chicken did NOT come bitten into. I just didn’t remember to take the picture until after we had bit into the chicken 😆 for $28 bucks I was very happy 😊

Congratulations on your opening! The spaghetti & Carmel cake brought me to tears literally it tastes like momma cooking. Being from the South it's hard to find good soul food. Until now. It was like I was a child and my mom & aunts were in the kitchen. Absolutely loved it. This will become a regular spot for me and my number one restaurant to recommend to family, out-of-state visitors, friends, & co-workers. Looking for a good home-cooked meal try here. I ordered the wing & catfish meal. Keep up the great work and hospitality!

All the food is on point. Soul Food that hasn't missed anytime we have stopped by. Most recently, we had the catfish and wing dinners they were so good. The sides are outstanding. Had the cabbage it was so good, I was sad I didn't have more. Family owned. Quality food. You have to wait a bit, but it is worth it.

When we 1st arrived, the young woman at the register was so focused on a conversation with someone in the kitchen that another woman in the back had to say "Hello & welcome..." My Sister ordered dressing and greens, I ordered the chicken wing meal with fries and a side of greens. We waited for about 10 minutes, and someone came out to let my sister know that they were out of dressing (which was the main reason that we came to the restaurant). She decided to get cabbage along with her greens. When her order came, she enjoyed eating it until she found some foil in the greens. She addressed it with the staff, and they were very apologetic, explained where it came from and offered her money back as well as offered her to come back for a meal on them, due to the entire situation. She didn't want her money back, but stated that she'd be back. The 1st time that she came - the food and service were beyond exceptional, and the food was still good - just with an unwanted ingredient. My food, on the other hand, was delicious, and "foil-free"! 😅 The fries and chicken wings were very well-seasoned and flavorful.

Wow this food was delicious. We ordered chicken wings and catfish they were fried to perfection. Nice golden color and crispy skin. For sides we had Mac and cheese, spaghetti, greens and yams. First off the Mac was hitting. You know somebody aunt or grandmother is back there cooking. Ok last but not least the peach cobbler all I can say is go get you some it was great 😊 I’ll be back to this Minneapolis gem.

Sides suck azz!! Glad I only tried the fish which was good other then that I won’t be back ever or recommend anyone. Worst Mac ever!!

Just tried 'em out today, got the catfish sandwhich with fries. The fries were crispy, not soggy, just how I like, and that catfish was cooked and breaded NICE. Feel like it healed something in me lol