Very cool, funky atmosphere (loved the lighting made of galvanized tubs). The staff are very friendly. The food was excellent. The sweet potatoes and mac n cheese was delicious, but I especially loved the Lima beans cooked with bacon. The fried catfish was perfectly seasoned. My entree, three sides and a sweet tea was under $14. I'll definitely go back.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$10–20
Food: 5
Service: 4
Atmosphere: 5
The location is close to William Carey, so I'm able to just hop in the car and head over for lunch. If you don't want the main dish of the day, they always have alternatives just as delicious. My favorite is the chicken orzo dish they have started to bring in. The orange fluff is good, and I always have to get the lima beans. Every plate comes with a sweet tea, which is a plus! Can't beat their style of home cooking 💕
I will say choose the roll over the cornbread 💖
Absolutely love this place. I come every time I visit Hattiesburg. The food is amazing. The staff are incredible. The decor and vibe is superb. I highly recommend!
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$10–20
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
This soul food restaurant is my favorite place to eat in Hattiesburg! I go once a week when I can. You won't find more consistent quality anywhere. The service is always fantastic, and you also won't find kinder and more caring staff. The people who work there always brighten my day. The menu is easy to choose from, with many side options daily (in addition to the meat of the day and fried/herb roasted chicken). GET THE TOMATO PIE! It's wonderful. Show up earlier, and you'll have more options. Once they sell out of an item, it's gone for the day. This place is incredibly affordable for the portion size you get. The atmosphere is adorable and comfortable. Last time I ate there, I told my partner it felt like eating at my grandparents' house.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$1–10
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Tomato Pie
Sorry, but I have to admit that we were not at all impressed with our lunches. Portions were small, cornbread was exceptionally small and hard. Pork chop was ok but have you ever tried to eat a fried/barbecue pork chop with a plastic knife and fork?. Baked chicken portion was small and only lukewarm. I am not a fan of Styrofoam plates but that how they serve their customers. Overpriced and disappointed.
Won't go back probably.
Food: 3
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 4
This place continues to have great food. Every time I go it’s great. The service is very quick and your food is out promptly. The portions are large so you’re guaranteed to be full when you leave. All around good quality from the ingredients to the service. Highly recommended.
First, I literally laughed out loud at the review here that said GrateFull Soul is "for yuppies". Haven't heard that phrase since the Reagan administration and the restaurant was all blue collar when I went for lunch. Anyway, great comment and while I don't agree, I totally appreciate the laugh.
GrateFull Soul was good, but not necessarily great. The Herb Roasted Chicken (which they serve everyday according to FB) was the star of the show for sure. I also had corn and black eyed peas which were both a little bland. The broccoli salad was fair. I'll get the pear salad next visit. If you've never had pear salad, it's a unique experience you should at least try once. The cornbread was average at best.
Ambience is good and the wait staff was very courteous and attentive. Worth a visit for sure. Parking across the street.
Great food, portions, and prices. Cute setup and knowledgeable staff.
My only suggestion is think about using actual plates, silverware, cups, and napkins.
We’ll pop in the next time we are in town. Get the peach cobbler. Do it!
Always great service, and several of their selections are so good! Portions are always good, too. In particular, their herb roasted chicken and catfish entrees are always delicious. I also love the broccoli salad and the sweet potatoes! White chocolate bread pudding AMAZING.
On the other hand, only four stars because I haven't been a fan of the meatloaf or the mac and cheese. Both tasted rather plain.
Always a great choice for a good, Southern lunch. Limited menus daily, so always check what the daily meat is. Get there early, as they only cook enough for the day. Don’t forget to order dessert!
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$10–20
