Soul food has its name for a reason. It's the comfort food that speaks to both your stomach and your heart, and you'll definitely be coming back for more. These recipes have been passed down through generations of African American cooks and chefs.
Some restaurants have definitely put their own spin on classic dishes, from fried catfish and chicken to collard greens and macaroni and cheese.
With so many soul food restaurants throughout the country, what's the No. 1 place to check out in Washington state? According to LoveFOOD, which found the best soul food restaurant in every state, you should be heading over to...
Here's what writers said about this Seattle location:
"You know a place serves good soul food when it ticks boxes for its Southern visitors. At Simply Soulful, the breakfast menu is where it’s at. It offers a Big Biscuit Sandwich stuffed with egg, cheese and meat, shrimp and grits and chicken and cornbread waffles. The sweet potato pie is made following a recipe passed down generations from Elizabeth Hammond, who is fondly known as 'Mama.'"
You can find Simply Soulful at 2909-B East Madison Ave. in Seattle. They're available for dine-in and takeout.
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