Best Soul Food Restaurants in Emeryville

This is a down home kinda restaurant that is very good at what it does. When you're in the mood for Southern (or even Cajun/Creole) cooking, come here! We enjoyed blackened catfish with corn muffins and other delicious sides. Already want to come back to try some of the other sides they offer, hushpuppies, and - for a real indulgence, maybe after a trail race someday - fried chicken and waffles! Our server was warm, patient, and knowledgeable. She seemed to truly enjoy providing Southern hospitality.

Walking into Burrell was like a time warp back into the 70s. It felt like we walked into someone’s grandma’s house, from the picture on the wall, the furniture, the vintage corelle plates used to serve food—it was warm and inviting. The food was so delicious. Every dish we had had so much flavor and it was comforting, as if someone’s grandma or mom cooked for us. We did the family meal and it was worth the $75 it cost for the 4 course meal. I will be thinking about this meal until I can return!

This was my first experience with Smelly's. It was worth it. The food was great. I'd love to take a date there. I'd go back just for the mac n cheese and garlic green beans. The garlic noodles are awesome too. I love garlic 🧄

I had a great experience. I invited 15 ladies and they all said they will come back for the next brunch. Dj Vyen did his thing! Can’t wait till the next one.. See yall next year..

Food was delicious and service was great!