Tupelo Honey Southern Kitchen & Bar

Absolutely fantastic breakfast experience! From the moment we walked in, the service was warm, welcoming, and attentive. The food came out hot and fresh, every bite was packed with flavor. The eggs were cooked to perfection, the bacon was crisp without being greasy, and the pancakes were fluffy clouds of happiness. The coffee was rich and smooth, topped off constantly without even asking. The atmosphere is cozy yet vibrant, making it the perfect spot to start the day. Easily one of the best breakfast places I’ve ever been to!

I absolutely enjoyed my time there! I was there for a solo Brunch and it was my first time in Washington. I have to say that the restaurant absolutely did not let me down. They put the south is southern food. I normally don’t eat much but I wanted to try everything. But with every bite, it really felt like home. Perfectly seasoned, freshly made and the mimosas were top tier. I tip my hat off to you!

Mother’s Day brunch We had a reservation but it was pretty light & steady before the church crowd. Nice vibe, casual dining with great music. The hostess seemed a bit disheveled - in appearance & attitude - seemed like she rolled out of bed and was doing her best to make it through the day but that set the tone for our experience. Our server Jose did his best but it was a little slow for how many tables he did have. We ordered a Peach Bellini and mimosa flight as a toast. Our meals - Brussels sprouts were delicious and crispy, surf & turf was over cooked - everything was too crispy & tough, blackened mahi was delicious, Mac & cheese was cold and therefore the cheese wasn’t melted so it tasted like noodles & cheese, braised collards were decent but cold as well, and the house salad with chicken was standard. Between the service and cold food, this was underwhelming especially for Mother’s Day cause Mama was not impressed! I’m not writing it off because I can taste the potential but maybe I’ll have to try again when it’s not a special occasion.

Came here once on a trip while I was visiting the DC area. Ordered a grilled cheese sandwich with tomato soup and it was amazing! It was good quality, tasted fresh, and just the right portion size. The biscuit appetizer was warm and crumbly too! The atmosphere is so cozy and comforting and the service is great. The staff are also really friendly and kind. If I’m in the area, I will definitely be back!

I always like to try new places when I visit the area. I was so happy to see this was available and SURPRISED there was a reservation available for the time I needed. This spot is in a great location—parking was amazing at a connected garage. The FOOD - Amazing!!! If I could eat the plate, I would have. I am picky and love flavor. The chicken and waffles were nothing short of great. Chef’s Kiss! My child enjoyed their sweet potato pancakes. I didn’t tell her they were sweet potatoes and she loved them! I tried some as well. Definitely going back.

Wonderful place! The food was excellent and all fresh. The mimosa flight in particular was super fun and helpful for those of us who just can't make a decision. The manager was also so kind and came over to our table multiple times to make sure we were having a lovely time. Absolutely amazing.

Oh my the southern nostalgia. Having been born and raised near Asheville I do love some southern comfort food. This hit every mark. The classic fried chicken with sweet and spicy sauce is a must! Chicken poblano soup was also tasty.

We had family come in from New York and have been frequent customers in the past. We spoke so highly of this establishment before taking our family for the first time. Lawrence and Eric provided a phenomenal experience for us and our out of town family. The service and overall atmosphere, paired with the quality of the food and beverages was exceptional. The individualized service of providing outdoor seating as well as a water bowl for our furry friend, made our experience from great to over the top. Taking all of this into account, we would highly recommend Tupelo Honey to anyone looking for a new restaurant!

Tupelo Honey is the best southern food restaurant in the entire DMV. Our server Savannah went above and beyond for us. This is a must eat spot in the dmv and make sure you ask for Savannah!

Only wish I could give them 10 stars! First visit for my both my bestie and me celebrating my birthday but it will be first of MANY. We splurged and ordered nearly double what we could eat because there were so many appealing menu items. But let's talk about the service first. From entry to the to leaving, we were made to feel valued and welcomed, like we were visiting the home of a family friend kind of vibe. We were greeted by the nicest man and seated immediately. Our server was quick to check in with us and give us menus and was all smiles. We started with Fried Green Tomatoes and Skillet Pimento and Cheese. Perfectly prepared. The breading on the tomatoes was crisp while the tomato itself was just crisp enough to maintain it's structure but so velvety that it was a good combination of textures. Underneath the tomatoes was a serving of the creamiest and most flavorable grits I have ever tasted - YUM. Loved the Pimento Cheese warmed up with chips. Its rare to have it warm but I think it might be my new favorite way to consume it. I also ordered a cocktail since it was a celebration. The Peach Sangria - and wow perfection again. The items were brought to us fairly quickly by what we thought was just a food runner. We asked him what his favorite dish is and why. He stopped and gave us a run down sealing the deal of what I was going to order when he told us he was the executive chef and he had just wanted to get out of the kitchen for a minute and decided to bring us the dishes himself. The team of employees genuinely seem to enjoy working there and it spills out to how they serve their customers. I ordered the chef's favorite, Nashville hot chicken on macaroni & Cheese waffle with homemade pickles on top. My bestie ordered the Shrimp Po Boy with collard greens as a side. I'm not a big greens kind of girl, but I would order them again bc they were that good. I took home nearly all of my entrée as I was stuffed from the appetizers and wanted to sample their desserts, a decision I don't regret. Who can resist Banana Pudding and Pecan Pie?! I felt like I was back at my Grandma's house in Tennessee. True Southern food in a restaurant is hard to pull off but WOW Tupelo Honey not only doesn't but have set the standard of what all other eateries should strive for. Definitely putting this gem into our dining out rotation. Side note - we felt treated like Queens and who doesn't love a little fuss over themselves once in a while. The gentlemen working this restaurant really are special people.

Great restaurant! Great food! AMAZING service! Everyone we encountered and spoke with were friendly, respectful, and service-focused.

Came for Father's Day brunch and wasn't very impressed with the food. Vibes were good though! I ordered the Benedict and was disappointed when I cut into the egg to find the yolk solid and cooked through. Other than that our waiter was really nice and service was fast! We didn't have a reservation but showed up right at opening and got a table quickly. Overall happy to try it but probably wouldn't come back 3/5 food - get the chicken and waffles my friends said it was good 5/5 service 5/5 vibes

After so many years of passing by, I finally tried Tupelo for brunch! The space is quite huge, and I liked the ambiance and the sunlight flooding the restaurant. The service was also quite prompt. We split the biscuits for a cause. They were quite delicious - very tender and flaky, and served with a blueberry jam and airy whipped butter. I had the sriracha honey fried chicken and waffles. I had high hopes for these, but they were slightly underwhelming. There was something in the sauce that made the wings slightly gummy, and the waffles were not crispy despite us dining in the restaurant.

So, where do I begin?! Well...first and foremost, my son and his Fiance scheduled a reservation to treat me for post Mothers Day since I was in town. Initially when I was advised of the restaurant, I was super excited because I frequent this restaurant in Asheville, NC so I was super excited! Once we walked in, we were seated immediately and we began to order once we were greeted by our waitress. I ordered the chicken and waffles with a side of grits and when I tell you, I was shocked when the food came out so quick, I was. However, when we received the food, it was like warm, the chicken was very hard and did not taste fresh at all. My son and his Fiance ordered something different and honestly, I can't remember ..but the food was not good AT ALL. For a restaurant like this, I would highly recommend that you cook the food to order. Having the food sit under a warmer until someone order it is not a great idea. I was very disappointed. I was so disappointed I didn't even take pics of the food. Smh! Nevertheless, we didn't eat our food and we didn't request for anything to be removed off the ticket..we did what was right and left a great tip. However, we left hungry and decided to get tacos which was very fresh and fulfilling. Please do better next time...Cheers!

If you are looking for a great place to hang out with your girlfriends or guyfriends, or have a great brunch date, Tupelo Honey Southern Kitchen should be on your list. There is a great vibe in this place. it has a very open air concept. The food is good and affordable. You can't go wrong with things like shrimp and grits, the traditional breakfast, chicken and waffles, and some great beverages to accompany your meals. One thing I would strongly recommend you try... if you are carb conscious, are the biscuits. A percentage of the sale of biscuits are donated. "Biscuits for a Cause"...What a great concept! The wait staff is also friendly. I have been to the Raleigh, NC location of Tupelo Honey, and I must say I was pleasantly surprised. I couldn't tell I was in the DMV (Arlington). That same southern hospitality came through. Happy eating!

Normally I don't care for restaurants like this as I'm vegetarian. They did have an all day brunch menu. And wow, was the avocado scramble bowl amazing. The tortilla chips were so different, but sweet and salty at the same time. The eggs were scrambled perfectly. Eating outside on a 10/10 day in DC was amazing too. The service was quick, good came out quickly.

Retirement reception and will say one of the best that I have attended, great set-up, Staff was on it with drinks (refills) and replenishment of the food line. Nice atmosphere, and the food served was absolutely delicious. I tried everything, but the fried green tomatoes, just not my thing. Everything else I tried and it was all good. Chicken & waffles, mac & cheese balls, meatballs, biscuits with Blueberry jam underneath butter (Wow). I could not stop poppin the deviled eggs in my mouth. Definitely a Winner Winner Chicken Waffles Dinner !!!

Last visit was three years ago but during dinner time. First time coming for brunch. Service was a little slow at first. Our assigned server had many tables he was covering. We had the lemonade, faux paloma, and pineapple peach concoction for drinks. We ordered potato chip-crusted chicken tenders, chicken and waffles, steak and eggs, and salmon with grit cakes. All tasted great except the grit cakes. No seasoning at all. That was the only issue we had.

Came here with some friends on a Saturday. We were seated very quickly. Love the large windows for walls, lots of natural light. Strawberries and cream mimosa: 4/5. Solid mimosa. Like that there's a large option. Not super strawberries forward, but not too sweet. Crispy brussels: 4.3/5. So tasty. The Brussels had a nice crunch and the romesco pairs so well with the feta. I don't even like red peppers and I was scraping it off the plate. Just wanted more brussel sprouts. Fried pickles: 3.75/5. The batter was well seasoned. The pickles were thinly sliced. Wanted it more crispy, maybe just a little longer in the fryer. Buttermilk fried chicken benedict: 3.5/5. Pretty good. The chicken was delicious, fried nicely, juicy, and seasoned. And you get a lot of chicken. Unfortunately, there wasn't enough hollandaise for the amount of chicken I had. It didn't have much flavor either, definitely needed more seasoning (the hollandaise). The biscuit was soft and buttery though. The flavor on the potatoes was pretty good as well but I had some pretty big pieces that I think should've been smaller for the soft to crispy ratio. They were very crispy though. Overall, I'd totally come again. They had me at the brussel sprouts.

I've been going to this spot for years and it was 4-5 starts until last week. Menu shrunk, the service was really bad, and the portions got smaller. Waiter dropped off waters and took 15- 20 minutes to come back for our drink orders. (It wasn't busy or even half full). Never offered to refill coffee or soda. Fried chicken was tasty with a nice crunch but probably still wouldn't go back atleast for awhile.

Super cute vibes inside and outside. Was seated on the patio outside on a warm day and was super refreshing. Chicken sandwich was stacked and the fries were delicious! There's street parking around the restaurant but not an easy parking location on a busy day.

My new favorite place for happy hour! They have $6 apps, $5 cocktails, and $11 mains until 5:30! Food was so delicious and came out quickly. We tried the brussel sprouts, fried pickles, and lots of sides. Also split the chicken & waffles which were so good. Service was incredible and he put up with our indecisiveness. Will be back soon!

The food was good but not great. I got biscuits to start which were good and then the traditional American breakfast. I chose eggs over medium the potatoes and bacon. The eggs were super greasy. The potatoes were actually quite salty and I'm a salt lover and typically have to add salt but these were pretty salty for me . They were nice and crispy though. My friend got the Sriracha and honey chicken and waffles. He seemed to enjoy those said his first piece of chicken was not very spicy, but the second one was. Server was nice but very quiet and wasn't as attentive as he should have been. It was pretty loud in the restaurant between the music and everyone talking. We didn't have to yell to communicate but it was on the louder side.

Came here for brunch on a Sunday! Definitely suggest making a reservation, it was busy and we were glad we did. There were a few gluten free options on the menu, the server was able to answer some questions, but not all related to allergies. Overall it was decent ambiance, and friendly service, just wish there were more gluten free options!

We tried Tupelo Honey for brunch on a Friday afternoon and were able to be seated immediately. I love that they offer a brunch menu not only on weekends! It was very cute and nice inside, and there was outdoor seating too. We started off with the biscuits with the blueberry compote - these were delicious!! I got the iced sweet tea which was so addicting, and my mom had some hot tea which they brought out with your own personal teapot! For entrees I tried the avocado toast with sunny side up eggs - yummy!!! Overall definitely plan on coming back and trying some of their fried chicken dishes. Loved the food and atmosphere!

I've been here a few times, and I'll say it, 5 stars. I really like this place. We travel from Ashburn to come here for special occasions. This is one of those places that everything on the menu is good. I always get something with the honey dusted fried chicken. It's always good. The sides are also good. The restaurant is always clean and the service is always prompt.

I'm late on this review, but better late than never. I tried Tupelo Honey about three months ago and it was awesome! Service was great, I sat at the bar and did a to go order. The bartender was amazing. Very attentive and gave great recommendations. I ended up getting the fried green tomatoes there and it came on a bed of grits. SOOOO good. They were fried perfectly, not too greasy and not at all mushy. The tomatoes were firm and the seasoning was perfect. I had a craft drink and it was so good I ordered several flavors of the mix to make drinks at home LOL Great food, great service and well worth the price!

I first learned about Tupelo Honey from some virtual Yelp events during the pandemic where we learned how to make their biscuits. After such good experiences with them virtually, I was looking forward to visiting one of their restaurants someday. This location in Arlington was the first one we've ever been close enough to visit, so we were excited to finally stop in! We started off with the cathead buttermilk biscuits, because after trying our home version using their recipe (which were delicious), we had to try the real thing. Of course, these were better made by the professionals, and taken to another level with their sides of whipped butter and blueberry jam. I would order these every time, especially since proceeds of the biscuits go to helping employees in need. I got the blackened mahi-mahi with sides of grits with goat cheese and braised green beans. All of it was fantastic, and the grits were so rich and creamy. I also was able to try my husband's honey-dusted fried chicken, which was amazing. It had been a long time since I had fried chicken that good. The crispy brussels sprouts he had on the side were also excellent. This was just all-around great Southern food, and we loved everything we tried. I liked that they had an assortment of kids' meals on the menu too, and my son devoured his grilled cheese sandwich (which was a large portion size for a kid, especially with fries on the side) and was talking about how great it was all night. While the food was excellent, the service was equally as good. Our server was attentive and, since we have a food allergy in the family, thoroughly checked to make sure everything was safe. We had previously contacted the restaurant about the allergy to have an idea about what we could order, and they were so responsive with sending over an allergy chart and information that we knew we would be in good (and safe) hands. We really appreciated how they handled it. Our experience here was amazing, and we would definitely return. Just wish it were closer to us!

Hello! I am writing to you from D.C. the family and I went to this restaurant that we found on Yelp with good reviews.. beautiful Ambience.. outside and inside.. the service was great! Fair prices.. once inside greeted promptly.. group of 8 people all had great meals.. I on the other ordered a chicken sandwich which look nice on the outside but when I took a bite it was dry.. I mean it was obviously cooked and sat under a heating lamp... for hours..

Service was excellent. Lawrence the host was acomode to our party last minute, moving mountains for seating. food was good, southern cuisine in no. Virginia. Will come again

This place is always bringing good vibes and fantastic food. The hosts and servers are always kind and enthusiastic. The Southern cuisine is unique and has some favorites I always try whenever I return. I love the seasoning on the chicken dishes and the different sauces. You can never go wrong with traditional, but the siracha honey is so good I always ask for extra sauce on the side. I love the location and the ease of finding other activities after dining. I really love bringing people to this place. Their seasonal menu is always so yummy!

After trying the ATL location I had to see how VA compared, and wow Tupelo Honey doesn't disappoint! Such a great spot to grab brunch with family or friends. It does get busy on weekends so I'd recommend a reservation. Each time I visit staff is amazing and the food is great! I've tried the Buttermilk Fried Chicken but my all time favorite is the Old Skool Breakfast Bowl. This has quickly became my go-to brunch spot. Definitely stop by and give Tupelo Honey a try if you haven't already!

We were greeted as if we were family the moment we walked into the restaurant by Lawrence. The ambiance is very chic, modern, with a touch of southern charm. The food was excellent, portions were nice, but not overwhelming! Very flavorful! Haylee, our server, was very pleasant and took great care of our party of 10. An honorable mention for the music. 10/10 highly recommend. Thank you!!!

Come here! Lawrence greeted our group with a bright smile and warm energy; Hailey, our FANTASTIC server did too. Vibes Mimosa flight Buttermilk biscuits flakey & delicious! Shrimp & Grits Did you make your reservation? Come here

Food, service, and ambiance were all good when we went for dinner last night. The host was not the friendliest and attempted to seat us between the kitchen and a large group in an almost empty restaurant. Our waitress was friendly yet kept reaching across the table to fill my water, take my empty plate, etc, instead of just waking around. Maybe she's new... Our drinks and food were good. We liked the biscuits. My salmon was well seasoned, yet just a tad bit dry. His shrimp and grits were good, yet limited in shrimp.

I was in DC visiting from San Diego and was recommended to stop with friends for dinner and a drink. I had the hot chicken Mac waffles and greens with an Espresso martini. MY GOD! The chicken was perfectly cooked and not over spiced (very mild). I did not know what the Mac waffle was going to be like, it was part backed cheesy Mac and part soft beautifully cooked waffle. The greens were so tender and exceptionally flavored. The STAR WAS THE MARTINI!!!! Creamy vanilla coffee, I refuse to tell you more than that because it was simply something you need to try for yourself. Pro tip: if you don't want vodka sub for repo tequila! 10/10 will recommend, will be back.

Tupelo is a classic brunch spot in Arlington, VA with unbeatable Southern food and hospitality! The interior has tons of natural light with bright sunny decor, so walking in here already gives you an idea of the warm and friendly atmosphere. Every single server I have had here was phenomenal and never failed to make me feel welcome at the restaurant. I have tried plenty of dishes here, but my absolute favorite is the pimento grilled cheese. This is easily the best grilled cheese I have had at any restaurant in my life. They add their famous fried green tomatoes to give it a nice twist on the classic recipe, which is already done perfectly with the toasted bread and the melted cheese. Other standouts on their menu include any of their chicken and waffle dishes (so many options) and biscuits for a cause. Tip: Come for their underrated $14.50 lunch combos if you can make it out here on the weekdays! It's so worth it.

Okay, so decided to go here as group but that fell through, however, managed to snag a friend to try out their chicken..mmm. Firstly the decor gets a a 2 star - welcoming. The ambiance after work at 4pm a tad bit cooler than expected- no happy hour vibes although the HH starts from 3-6. The HH prices are anything but happy. Cos yea $8 for a 2 oz Sangria WITH ice, in winter- terrible! Don't go. Considering I asked for light ice. The recommended meal was really just ok. As seen in picture chicken was dark brown!!! Where's the golden fried chicken people?? The Mac n cheese waffle was just okay... very underwhelming and sadly the star of the show was some ranch dill cream/sauce! .... I was NOT impressed!!! There are other places in Arlington where you could get better chicken. The server was nice though.

Fabulous service! I wish the food was a bit more flavorful, although we did enjoy the sriracha chicken and waffles overall great atmosphere and perfect for a special occasion.

Made a reservation ok OpenTable and upon arrival was quickly seated at our table. Service was impeccable! Between our assigned waiter and others, we were never left alone and provided with everything necessary for a great meal. Beginning with the bottomless coffee, with Raw sugar, to the peach mega mimosa, we were on cloud nine. Then the LARGE biscuits and fresh blueberry jam. My entree was delicious! This venue also has happy hour. Don't miss out!

A "southern-modern" chain spot Seating inside and out I came here for brunch. The servers were very friendly, but the coffee and my waffles were underwhelming. My GF and friend both really enjoyed their eggs benedict and hot chicken & waffles though.

Lovely experience dining here with my family. After visiting Arlington National Cemetery for the holiday wreath laying, we were all in need of a solid brunch and holiday cocktail. My cousins had a delicious lavender mimosas while I had the Queen Mary (a ginormous spicy Bloody Mary) . The host was a very kind older gentleman who seated us promptly and our waitress couldn't have been more patient and attentive. The portions are huge and I probably could have split my meal with my husband had he wanted the same dish. We also got several orders of the biscuits and an order of fried pickles. Street parking is available, just be prepared to walk a block or two if necessary. This is typical for Rosslyn though. We will be back!

The food here is awesome and the servers are nice, but it is SLOW food, not fast food. I made a reservation for noon, got seated at 12:15, ordered at 12:30, and by 1:00 the food still hadn't arrived. My friend had to leave with no food because she was going to miss a meeting. Disappointing. If you're going, expect it will take a while.

Parking isn't free here but it's worth checking out. Service is very good. The atmosphere is very nice. And the food is great. This was our first time and won't be the last. We started off with fried green tomatoes, which were excellent. For main meals I had fried chicken and waffles and my wife had the same but with siracha. Very tasty.

Decent food, just not enough of a portion size and overpriced. Mom and I stopped in here for brunch and were immediately seated, although we were told we needed to rush and finish by 12:40 since they were booked for brunch. Menu is simple enough so didn't take much time going thru it. However once we got the food we noticed the small portion sizes. Chicken was pretty plain and lacking in flavour, the waffles were ok but a bit stale and dry. Not too impressed with the food here. Maybe the other options are better, but the chicken and waffles were not that good It seems to be a really popular and trendy spot, so maybe the chicken and waffles are not the thing to get on the menu because people were coming in constantly. Trendy and modern feeling atmosphere, waitress was a bit slow as well.

This was not a good experience. On the plus side, we made a reservation and gotten seated immediately. That was the highlight. We went on a Sunday for a 1:15 lunch. We waited for over ten minutes for anyone to acknowledge us. I ask for tea with some sweetener and biscuits as an appetizer. The tea came with no sweetener so I nicely asked again and still never came. The biscuits were delivered but we had no silverware so we had to wait again for our server to appear which took another ten minutes. We order our lunches and from there the real wait began. It was over 50 minutes before we received our food. We had the appetizer chicken which had no flavor at all. We also got the smothered chicken with the gravy on the side, Mac and Cheese and a Caesar salad. Again, without the sauce the chicken has no flavor, the Mac and Cheese was barely warm and the salad did not come for five minutes after the food was delivered. The salad would have been good except it have way too much dressing, and I like dressing. There was a couple sitting besides us and we start to chat and "bond" over the face that they had waited over an hour for their food and they also felt it was tasteless. Without adding salt and pepper it had no flavor. The other issue we had is that two ladies sat down about five minutes after us, had our same server and was waited on first and their food was delivered within 15 minutes, I don't know why but it was also very frustrating.Our service was not good at all, we had to watch for her to ask for a refill of our drink and had to flag her down to give us our check. As far as ambiance, over all it is fine but the music is a bit loud when you have a packed restaurant so it makes it hard to talk. This place has such good reviews so I am not sure what went wrong with our meal but it was bad in so many ways. I would not return.

Was visiting the area and gave this place a try. We went on a Saturday between lunch and dinner. We were a party of 5 with a reservation and were seated as soon as we walked in. It actually was not crowded. We were lucky and found a parking spot right in front of the restaurant. It's street parking. The restaurant was clean and nicely decorated. There was also space for outside dining. The dress is pretty casual. We all had on jeans. Our service was really good and the food came out timely. There were a few things on the menu that I wanted so it was hard to pick what I wanted to order. I had the Sweet and Spicy Chicken Sandwich. My gawd it was good! Whew that sauce is sweet AND spicy, very flavorful!! My side was the Baked Mac & Cheese, also good, but could have given me a little more Overall, a great time and delicious food. I'll definitely return!

The other day, I visited Tupelo Honey for lunch. After checking out the reviews online, I decided to try it and made a reservation. I arrived on time and was quickly seated by a welcoming gentleman at the front door. Our waiter came over to take our beverage orders. However, he seemed to have an attitude, and we later overheard him talking about his personal life with another server. It's best to avoid discussing personal matters at work, as it can impact customer service, and your business can be overheard and end up in a Yelp review. We ordered our lunch, and the food arrived promptly. I had a pineapple peach-crafted soda, and my lunch date had the sweet tea. While the sweet tea was excellent, my craft soda tasted like straight-up pineapple soda and lacked peach flavor. We also ordered two "Biscuits for the Cause" as appetizers, but they only brought us one. We had to wait 20 minutes for the second one, which was odd. Even though they brought us two fresh biscuits later, we found it tasteless when the first server took them away and left us with just one. Yes, we ordered two to begin with. However, giving us one when we first were seated and having us wait 20 minutes for the second one was ridiculous. When the second server brought two fresh biscuits, they could've just let us have the third biscuit as a courtesy for us having to wait. It's called customer service. The rest of the food was ok. I ordered chicken and waffles, which were delicious, but the mac & cheese was bland and not hot. My date ordered a beef barbacoa po'boy with greens and chicken tortilla soup. She liked the greens and soup but found the sandwich to be bland. We also ordered banana pudding to take home, but it was more of a vanilla-flavored pudding with only a few bits of cookies and banana slices. As banana pudding connoisseurs, we found it wasn't anything to write home about. The total came to about $75. Overall, I give Tupelo Honey three stars. The service was okay, and the environment was nice and clean, but the food was hit-or-miss for our palates.

I definitely recommend checking this place out, especially during their happy hour (M-F 3-6). We did have to take a lot of the food home because it was a bit on the heavy side with all of the fried items. What we got: HAPPY HOUR DISHES Mac & Cheese waffle with Asheville hot fried chicken - 4* this was my favourite of the fried chicken & waffles that we tried and I absolutely loved the portion sizes. I thought this one was spicier than the Sriracha but my partner disagrees with that comment. Sriracha Honey chicken & waffle - 3.5* the honey was a nice touch to this sauce but overall it was just a little above average on the taste scale. Fried green tomatoes - 3* the grits were very good, the tomatoes were just so-so. Fried pickles - 3* I didn't think this was anything special. I did appreciate that the pickles came in slices instead of as a whole dill, making it easier to share. But this also means there's a lot more fried surface area and I did think my choices through when it came to how much friend food I can eat in one sitting. Spicy cauliflower bites - 4* this one really reminded me of tempura and I loved it! But I could only eat so much because almost all the apps were fried. Loaded potato cracklins - 5* this was my favourite appetizer and it comes with the pimento cheese dip (one of the other app options) so it's almost like two for one! This app is also the least fried of the four that we got. NON-HAPPY HOUR DISHES: House-made ginger beer - 3* from me, 4* from my partner. I don't think it really tastes like ginger beer so I'd rather stick with a brand I love instead. Kiss of lavender lemonade - 4* I really liked this. It's on the sweeter side and you can definitely taste the lavender. Chocolate lovin' spoon cake - 3.5 I appreciated that this cake wasn't too sweet. When it first came out I was concerned with how much frosting it had on it it the frosting was more like a less sweet fudge and paired well with the cake. I do wish there was more cake in the cake though as it did seem to be more frosting.

My friends and I went for Sunday brunch and I ordered the classic Chicken and Waffle and we shared the pimento cheese dip appetizer. The waffle was fluffy and delicious, and the chicken had flavorful seasoning. I ate every bite and it was the perfect amount. We added chorizo to the pimento cheese dip and it was great, served with freshly made tortilla chips. I recommend making a reservation in advance, the restaurant was packed and it made us happy that we had one.

Came here with the gals for brunch. Food was delicious, love the decor, and our waitress was great.

Food was horrible. Never eating there again! Dry dry dry! Overcooked What were they thinking serving this ?

So I finally had a chance to go out to Tupelo Honey for an early dinner. We didn't have a reservation, so we walked in and went to a table right away. The waitress (Kim) was amazin. Shee was attentive and friendly. For cocktail, we ordered the Purple People Eater and the Tweeti (I think that's correct) but anyway, the Purple People Eater was delicious! All of us at the table ordered 3 rounds of that. The appetizers I ordered the potato cracklings, fried pickle, and Brussels for the table. The Brussels and fried pickles were great! The dishes ordered were the cast iron pork with greens and mac/cheese, chicken and waffle, and the half chicken with fries. My dish was chicken and waffles. Unfortunately, the waffles fell flat AF. They came out soggy and flavorless. I ask if I could I sub the waffles for grits. The grits were just tragic. The best thing on the plate was the chicken. It was cookecorrectly, t and it has the Sriracha and honey sauce on it. His wife ordered the Mac and greens. Those were just pitiful. Mac and cheese are not suppose to look dry and hard fresh out the oven. The cast iron pork looked weird, and my mind is still trying to figure through that one. The desserts were meh. I ordered the brown butter pecan pie, and his wife ordered the banana pudding. Overall, I give it a 3.5 out of 5. Their bar menu is actually the money maker. I would go back for that.

Customer service is on point. Remember the name Kim and i think jim are the star of this place. Patient is very appreciated when your new to a place. Food recommendations where as expected delicious and good portions. Order boneless chicken waffle. I recommend this place. Also the biscuits

The best food by far we have had on our vacation to DC. The Mac n cheese is out of this world and I have no words for the banana pudding, except order at least 2. The hospitality and service definitely had that southern touch. The music playlist is good as well. Highly recommend!

I love this place and raved about their delicious giant flaky biscuits but went today and they're flat, small, and a bit rubbery for the same price? Huge bummer at a place I really enjoy! I hope they bring back the old biscuits, definitely won't be ordering the new version again.

Just ok. Seated fairly promptly on our reservation. Meal was fine, not great. My chicken and waffles arrived cold but everyone else seemed to really enjoy their food. The mimosas were kind of meh. Mine tasted really watered down and only had a hint of pineapple juice. I couldn't tell if our server was new but she sure seemed excited to get us out of there (checking in on how the food was before anyone had a chance to try a bite, trying to clear plates while we were still obviously eating, etc) was which was really annoying. $10 for parking was a nice touch too. The garage is also really small. I think I took one of the last two spots on Saturday at 1p.

Nestled in the corner , this charming eatery offers more than just a meal; it's an experience. From the moment you step through the door, you're enveloped in a warm, welcoming atmosphere that feels like home. The staff goes above and beyond to ensure every guest feels like family, with attentive service and genuine Southern hospitality. And as for the food? It's simply exceptional, with each dish bursting with flavor and made with love. Whether you're craving classic comfort food or eager to try a Southern twist on a favorite dish, this place never disappoints.