Jess Soul Food

4.5
207 reviews

About

Soul Food Restaurant

Details

  • DeliveryAvailable
  • TakeoutAvailable
  • Curbside pickupAvailable

Location

Jess Soul Food
810 La Salle Ave, Waco, TX
76706, United States

Hours

Reviews

4.5
207 reviews
5 stars
163
4 stars
16
3 stars
10
2 stars
6
1 star
12

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Food Quality

Customers frequently praised the food as delicious and reminiscent of home-cooked meals, particularly highlighting dishes like oxtails, fried catfish, and smothered pork chops.

Customer Service

While many reviews noted friendly and welcoming service, there were also complaints about inconsistent service and some staff being unhelpful.

Atmosphere

The restaurant is described as a cozy, family-friendly environment, often referred to as a hidden gem with a welcoming vibe.

Portion Sizes

Most customers appreciated the generous portion sizes, often leaving them satisfied and with leftovers.

Inconsistency

Some reviews pointed out issues with food consistency, mentioning that certain dishes were bland or poorly prepared on occasion.
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    Pamela Harper
    Nov 7, 2025
    4.0
    While traveling through Waco, my sister and I wanted to try some local soul food and decided to stop at Jess’s Soul Food—and we’re so glad we did! I ordered the oxtails with greens, sweet potatoes, and cornbread. The oxtails were tender, flavorful, and meaty—some of the best I’ve had in a long time. The cornbread was delicious too! My sister had the fried hot link basket, and the empty plate said it all. The peach cobbler was just okay but everything else was great. The owner was friendly, and the menu offered plenty of great choices. If you’re looking for authentic, delicious soul food in Waco, this is definitely the place to go!
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    Andrea Cameron
    Nov 4, 2025
    5.0
    Nice soul food spot in Waco. I've been 3 different times and the owners are great, but their workers aren't always the most helpful. We enjoy the food, so I'll keep supporting this black owned business.
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    A' S.
    Nov 2, 2025
    5.0
    I had to smothered pork steak with greens and black and white casserole. Very good great food. I will travel 100miles to eat here again.
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    Crystal Goodman
    Oct 19, 2025
    2.0
    I ordered the baked chicken and dressing, but they ran out of dressing and the cashier refused to discount the meal or substitute. The rice and broccoli is a zero.
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    Bobbie Kelly
    Oct 16, 2025
    5.0
    My Husband and I came to Waco to take care of some Business, He must have looked the restaurant up before we left home, we got our food to-go, We got oxtails rice, collard greens and yams and Omg the food was so good, The Oxtails was Great!!! Thank you Jess Soul Food

Frequently Asked Questions About Jess Soul Food

What are the dining hours for Jess Soul Food?

Jess Soul Food is open from 11:00 AM to 4:30 PM Tuesday through Friday and Sunday, and from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM on Saturdays. It is closed on Mondays.

Does Jess Soul Food offer delivery and pickup services?

Yes, Jess Soul Food offers both in-store pickup and delivery services for customers.