A Taste of Soul MKE

Milwaukee, 4706 W Fond du Lac Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53216, United States | ★ 4.5 (138 Review)

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A Taste of Soul MKE is a modern lounge-style restaurant offering soul-inspired dishes and heavy-handed cocktails to the backdrop of an R&B soundtrack. If you're looking for great food and an upbeat, relaxed atmosphere, this is the place to be!

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Nettamea Graves

★ 1

Not answering the phone and not having food they claim to sale waste of time

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Unique G

★ 3

They have somewhat decent food! We only had the fish and shrimp with spaghetti & potato salad! Asked for it to be fried hard and still was soft! Side of banana pudding that went to the trash expeditiously! 2 people for $60! Also this much for food with no drinks to wash it down! Not no cold drinks/pop, no tea, no kool aid etc! Just a drink from the bar area! You only get the major sides I guess on Sundays! Other days is limited! I will not come back unless it’s Sunday to maybe give another chance!

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Derrick BP

★ 5

First time eating any of their food, which was the soul food this past Sunday. I have the deep fried salmon, macaroni and cheese, cornbread dressing, coleslaw, topped with a cornbread muffin. Everything was equivalent to eating in heaven if I ever witnessed such.

No exaggeration. These people are of no friends or relationship as far I know, so I have nothing to gain by trying to promote on their behalf or because of the fact we’re black.

I really felt good all over knowing I was cheating my strict all salad, vegetables, fruit, and herbal tea fast/diet that day.

They really earned my 5 stars across the board. Good people, good service, good atmosphere, and great soul food. Hands down.

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Kierra Wiley

★ 1

First I wanna say the food was really good BUT THE WAITER SERVICE WAS HORRIBLE WITH THE RED HAIR ITS LIKE SHE DIDN'T WANNA BE AT WORK , communication was horrible we telling her what we wanted and was getting different..

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Allen Stribling

★ 5

The atmosphere is great and the customer service out of the world!!!

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Madison Flatman

★ 5

Was in Milwaukee for a small trip with my partner and friend and decided to try this place as I had a craving for some soul food. Amazing food! The service was wonderful, and our bartender was hilarious! I didn't drink anything but I glimpsed at some of the other table's drinks and they looked soooo good! Highly recommend coming here!

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Melvin Love

★ 5

This place is cool , bar keep very nice and very informative. THE FOOD THO IS FIIIIREEEEE! ILL BE BACK HERE SUNDAY! From the bathroom to the bar this place is clean! A must go!

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jasmine banks

★ 5

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Michelle Mitchell

★ 2

The catfish was amazing and the seasoning was 🔥 but the sides weren’t really good. The cornbread was good but not really worth how much I paid. The wait wasn’t bad either.

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Snowie Moffett

★ 5

Loved live band food was decent and service could be better bartenders were looking lost like they didn’t want to work and it wasn’t even busy

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Benny Watson

★ 5

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Debra Pitttman

★ 5

Will patronize in the future. Enjoyed this establishment.

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Darrin

★ 5

Awesome food, downtown to earth owners and staff. Had a great time!

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Trent Jackson

★ 5

A really comfortable and relaxing environment.

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Angel Akines

★ 5

I am sorry people I forgot to do before pictures. This was the best meal I have had while here in town. The food was excellent the perch was golden brown and the spaghetti excellent enough the corn also. Thank you for a great meal. My 8 year old grandson loved it also he had the chicken wings spaghetti and green beans. Thanks again for a great meal.

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Katherine Spencer

★ 5

Good food and service

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Roxann Kralovetz (Roxy)

★ 5

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Thelma Roberson

★ 4

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C Hatch91

★ 5

Those smothered pork chops were delicious 😋

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johnny lipsey

★ 5

Great food

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Terrance Pascal

★ 1

Had they Sunday dinner and let's just say for the price I paid for 2 people It wasn't worth it. I paid $57 for a catfish dinner and wings dinner. The portions were for a kid. Me and my sister left still hungry. Never again. also, they put my hot chicken in a plastic container, which the chicken burned through.

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Aniya Boyd

★ 5

As a native southerner, this place reminded me of home. Hospitality on point! Food was phenomenal! The decor is so welcoming and great quality. I recommend.

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Peter Townsel jr

★ 2

I ask the Cook pork chops 1 fried / 1 Smothered Well according him that Was difficult How is to have gravy on the Side . Dip 1 N the fried i spent an $ 12.00 for 2 pork chops Not going back

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TaJauna Jones

★ 5

Nice cool vibe

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Darron DJ Blade Lee

★ 5

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Barbara Torres

★ 5

The vibe the food the service is amazing.

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Keshawn Jones

★ 5

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samantha pellot

★ 5

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Charlie sanders

★ 3

They could give you more wings for the price of $10 giving you three pieces of wings and for $15 for a catfish they should give you at least three whole pieces. It tastes really good but they just need to give you more portion. Had a great time there

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Barbara Ingram Alexander

★ 5

Excellent food, friendly, tasty

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sequetia smith

★ 4

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Keisha Smith

★ 5

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Lovely Allure

★ 5

Good food and music ❤️nice vibes

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Sticky Sweet

★ 4

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Bud Childs

★ 2

Over priced drinks and not seasoned well food over priced

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Janetth Burrows

★ 1

UPDATE: went again today 3/1/25, Saturday around 3:30 pm and it was CLOSED!!!!!! I don’t understand how a restaurant can be so inconsistent. Maybe the hours need to be updated. The hours say from 1 pm to 1 am. Is that not the case ?

Super disappointed. I really wanted to try this place. Showed up between 3-4 and places my order. About 20 minutes later I was told my order was cancelled due to them running out of food. I was kind of confused because how you can run out of food if you just opened at 1pm according to the Google maps hours? Anyhow, granted I was given a refund, however, I really did want to try the food because it looked bomb. I guess the establishment needs to be more organized.

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LaRanda Coleman

★ 5

Good vibes..

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Elena Cortez

★ 5

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E Lamar

★ 4

It’s always a good safe place the drinks are not the best but it’s a relaxed atmosphere. Bartenders are slow too

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Quinn Rosen

★ 5

So good! The catfish, greens and macaroni were to die for and everyone was very welcoming. Can't wait to come back for Wednesday wings.

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Angelo Nelson

★ 5

I ordered the catfish with two sides and everything was perfect!

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Mojo40 Houston

★ 5

Nice, I love the outdoors space. If there were heaters out there it would be a whole smokers area. Love it! Definitely, will inquire about using the space for an event.

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Tim Brim

★ 5

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Ms. Bigg Dee2u

★ 5

Will be back

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Tova T

★ 5

Great customer service, very hospitable. The catfish did not disappoint.

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Manute Cullins

★ 5

Great food and atmosphere

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T Frier

★ 5

Great food and good vibe.

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K W

★ 1

I wanted to come try the food as the hours said from 1pm til 1 am. I called twice to see if I was mistaken. No answer. I'm a food reviewer and tour guide. So I'll like to try again. What are the hours? I'll change my review after I actually can experience the space. Reviews seemed good. Thank you.

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Andrea Griffen

★ 4

The food was good and the drinks were good but the service needs some work. It took to long to get waited on.

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Sonja Harris Mitchell

★ 5

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Nancy Pittman

★ 5

This was my first time visiting this establishment. Found out that they’re family friends. My cousin had her 50th Birthday party September 14th and it was a blast. It was nice and inviting for everyone. Great place to host any party. I will be back

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Yolanda Spears

★ 5

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HebrewKingCJ

★ 5

🔥🔥🔥 my new spot

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prentice black

★ 4

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Brian Cook

★ 4

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Arthur Fenner

★ 1

I went there on 8/30/24 to have a few drinks and I never got served. I told one bartender (short hair dark skin guy) what I wanted and he was man enough to say that he didn't know how to make it which I can appreciate. So he went and told the lady bartender (older dark skinned lady gray hair) what I wanted and she never made my drink nor did she ever wait on me. I sat there 20+ minutes while she took everyone else's orders even those that came after me and she never acknowledged me at all. Sad. Not going back.

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Arria Jones

★ 5

Listen them wings is it the drinks get you to where you need to go!I had a slush just one and I’m littt ,that chicken seasoned soooo good they hit it with a this and that honeyyyy great atmosphere good vibes must check it out

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Intense Daydreamz

★ 3

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Jennifer Ormond

★ 5

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Dina Chapple

★ 5

I didn't have any food but I enjoyed the ambiance and the excellent customer service! 🤎

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Tim Lewis

★ 5

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Lakesha Scull

★ 5

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Ana Jenkins

★ 5

For one the place is gorgeous hospitality is outstanding. The food is miraculous is all around 10 out of 10.

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B. Q

★ 5

5+ on the service and atmosphere. Live DJ Beautiful ambiance. Top notch customers service. Can't say enough how beautiful the indoor and outdoor spaces are.

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S T

★ 4

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Rob ODRAMA

★ 5

Great bartender, great food,

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Sc Walker

★ 4

We had a Performance here over the weekend so I did not get a chance to taste the goodness... however the place is intimate and cute. The owner is funny and nice. We had a great show DRINKS WERE SUPER STRONG!!! LOL Would definitely recommend for a gathering or just a simple night out! Thank you, TOS

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bigjuv bankroll

★ 5

Very comfortable atmosphere, and the food and drinks were great.👌🏽 I will definitely go back.

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Dynasty B.

★ 2

Took a while for me to do this review smh... had the gumbo on a Friday night and I have been sick since I ate it. Literally throwing up on both ends.. very bad stomach ache and pain.

On Saturday I woke up to make sure I wasn't tripping because I literally STOPPED eating the gumbo after a few spoons. So I looked at it.. smelled it... and sure enough was SOUR!

I never had a bad experience there.. however.. today is Sunday and I'm still sick. Prolly won't eat there again but the vibes are always valid.

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C H

★ 5

Look, nice classy joint in the Mil. Sit back and relax. Great service too!

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Meivin Cooper

★ 5

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Dontreal Terry

★ 5

Excellent food and courteous staff

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Shaquan Riley

★ 4

Went with 2 people that cook and are normally hard to please. We all enjoyed the food and experience. Macaroni was even good and that’s usually where most restaurants fall short. Baked chicken was very good and seasoned. Greens were good also. We all cleaned our plates and I forgot to take a before picture.

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mke414 “Foodie guru” sloan

★ 5

Took awhile to get food but will go back

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Angie R

★ 5

The fish is excellent

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Tonya Jackson

★ 5

Wonder Experience Great Food and Epic Service

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Kenya Harris

★ 5

My first experience, was just great. From the drinks, food, and environment. Ordered the shrimp with 2 sides spaghetti and mixed vegetables. Very flavorful and delicious. Will recommend and come back again.

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William Coons

★ 5

The people are very Very personable, the food is fantastic. It's like family. GOD BLESS EVERYONE THAT WORKS THERE 🙏🙏❤️❤️

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Jeff Bell

★ 4

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StackN Assets

★ 5

The soul food is amazing if you like soul food. They also have burgers, wings, shrimp, and fish. There is a lot to choose from and the drinks are poured nice!

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Rebecca Walker

★ 5

The service was great and the food is fantastic!

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Lisa Nwafor

★ 5

Great place to meet grown men grown women.

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Jeri Humphrey

★ 5

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Sherrice Harrell

★ 3

Went on first Fridays to listen to a band. The drinks were weak and on the expensive side. The food was ok. I would go back for a drink if there is a good band playing.

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Michelle Fondern

★ 5

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Devin Burks

★ 5

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Karena Washington

★ 5

This is my new favorite place to be. The music is familiar to my life... the drinks are phenomenal the people are fabulous and the love is abundant.

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MRCHON 414

★ 5

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Momo4Lyfe

★ 4

Very nice atmosphere with a reasonable price for renting and you bring your food in. The drinks are Dixie cup size and top shelf priced other than that it's a lovely place

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Rick and Dani Gramza

★ 2

Was not open Sunday afternoon at 130p as advertised, want to go as it sounds amazing. Please update your hours on Google maps.

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robert white

★ 5

Good experience

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Camille Fehring

★ 5

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Robert Shields

★ 5

If you want to have a non confrontational smooth relaxing meal with drinks growing up environment no kids it's not a club it's a gathering casual relaxing most importantly safe

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Gregory Dorsey

★ 5

Nice cozy place for food and cocktails.

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Anita Franklin

★ 5

Had family visiting and they wanted soul food. We all tried something different from the menu. We all enjoyed our meals. Good cocktails.

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Shavonda Buckner

★ 5

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Anthony Anderson

★ 5

Food was excellent!! The staff is friendly. Been here twice never disappointed

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Bountiful Blessing

★ 5

I love the atmosphere very pleasant. Staff was friendly.

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Hank Lieurance

★ 5

Great soul food!!!

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Crill Evans

★ 5

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Pearl Fields

★ 5

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Sheila Baker

★ 5

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Dushon Wilson

★ 5

Great atmosphere. Gd food. Must go!¡

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K.O. King

★ 3

My rating is actually a 2.7 out of 5. The menu was limited but tasted pretty good. It was the presentation for me. Take out plates and utensils to dine in to the point I was like no we are doing dine in and was told they heard us correctly. So that was a minus. Also for the cost of everything on my take out container no way that should cost $15. I had a smothered leg quarter green beans and corn. On a good day that was worth $8/9. I don't like a majority of soul food in Milwaukee because it taste lazy but this place will get a return out of me at least. Hopeful they will improve.

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Andrew Tyler

★ 5

Great food. Friendliest people in the city. Nice new patio out back, too.

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jackie powell

★ 5

Catfish is always delicious. My go to for a Friday fish fry!!@

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Shalonda Logan

★ 5

I went today for the first time everyone was so nice and the food was over delicious I’m from Chicago but reside in Milwaukee and this is the first restaurant in Milwaukee that I didn’t have to add any seasoning to my food it was seasoned just right my food was a lil cold but after I heated it up and tasted it that didn’t even matter they still earned 5 stars from me

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Maritta Mcfarland

★ 5

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T Henderson

★ 4

It was ok the macaroni was good but it's not real cheese it's like a cream cheese and the catfish was not that meaty I had better.

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Timothy Holloway

★ 5

Great atmosphere, friendly service.

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Raymond Thompson

★ 5

Was in attendance of a 60th Birthday Bash. The food was Good, and the music was very nice. Felt Good to be out Socializing...

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sherry “Sherry Murry” murry

★ 3

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H D

★ 5

I was thoroughly impressed with how the inside looked. I'll definitely be back.

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Mark Stotts

★ 5

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BeautyQ 22

★ 5

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Jerome Campbell

★ 5

It's a very nice and pleasant atmosphere an a great place to enjoy a relaxing meal and drinks

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Latrayvia Spivey

★ 2

I was cheated out of my money during my grandmother's repast. As much money my Dad paid for the food they ran out of food. The bar tenders we're kinda rude. I just didn't like their service and I would never recommend them to anyone I know.

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ElBeauty Simpson

★ 5

I love this place 😘

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diamond rivers

★ 5

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Dawon Holley

★ 5

Fried salmon!! WOW THAT PART...

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Gene Hughes

★ 4

The variety ( Salmon) was delicious

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Randall Patterson

★ 5

Great food and atmosphere. Highly recommended.

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Keeli Harmon

★ 5

Food is phenomenal!!

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tharris322

★ 5

Great atmosphere with great people! Bartender was personable and attentive... good service!

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Mildred Ausbon

★ 5

Attended a function which was catered. VERY nice place. Drinks are $$$$$.

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Eomyahs Ben Ysrayl

★ 5

Really nice and clean atmosphere.

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Martellus Vickers

★ 5

Very nice space great TV to watch any games that on excellent service

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Tonette Sellers

★ 5

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Diane Thompson

★ 5

The Food, Drinks, Staff & Atmosphere is Superb!!! 💘 it, We CLOSED it down!

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Velvet Whittlet

★ 5

Very nice clean place patio and owners was very pleasent to me I attended shy and husband 50t H BDAY I enjoyed myself

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J YAH FREE

★ 5

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April Blackwell

★ 2

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James Perry

★ 5

Great place

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Natasha Wesley

★ 5

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Claude Grant

★ 5

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Tiffany L

★ 5

Love the atmosphere here at taste of soul mke. The owner did a really great job with the set up. The decor is a warm relaxed chill setting with great old school music and awesome tasteful food. My husband and I came in for soul food Sunday, and had the baked and fried chicken combo everything was superb.😋 The chef did his thing in the kitchen, and the bartender was very helpful with drink suggestions and information about what's on the menu throughout the week. It's refreshing to see more professional black owned businesses operating in MKE. 👍🏾👍🏾

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Tangie Stewart

★ 5

I love the atmosphere! The owners and the bartender are great. Had my father repass there and they showed sooo much love.

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Carl Gutter

★ 5

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