Where to Go if You’re Craving Southern Comfort Food
Melinda Kauffman / July 13, 2018
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There’s nothing quite like a meal full of serious comfort food. In the summer months, that means crispy fried chicken, buttery biscuits and sweet iced tea. From Sweet Chick’s three cheese mac and cheese to sweet tea brined chicken from Root n Bone, keep reading for our go-to southern comfort food spots:
Sweet Chick
PC: Food and WineWith roots in Williamsburg, Sweet Chick now has five locations in NY and LA, a clear indication that everyone loves the southern vibes this cozy spot is serving up. Sweet Chick is the perfect dining option for anything from brunch to a late night craving up until 2AM. We love their three cheese mac & cheese made with a crunchy ritz cracker crust.
Bobwhite Lunch and Supper Counter
PC: @bobwhitecounterEast Village favorite Bobwhite Counter serves some serious fried chicken and biscuits. Contrary to popular belief, a bobwhite is actually another name for a quail bird of Virginia, which is where the owner is from. Pair your wings here with an iced cold beer for a refreshing summer combo.
Pies N Thighs
PC: @piesnthighsFirst order of business at Pies ‘N Thighs is the Chicken Biscuit. You also need to make sure that you order at least a couple of pies for the table like the Rhubarb or the Apple. This modest spot has been awarded the Best Donut in NY by NY, Best Biscuits in NY by the NY Daily News, the Best Apple Pie and Best Fried Chicken in national surveys by Food & Wine and Bon Appetit.
Cheeky Sandwiches
If you’re looking for a New Orleans inspired spot with the classic Po’boys and Fried Chicken and Biscuits, then you need to get down to Cheeky Sandwiches on the Lower East Side. Our favorite sandwiches here are the Fried Chicken sandwich served with slaw, one of the best Buttermilk Biscuits we’ve ever tried.
Harold’s Meat & Three
PC: @grubstreetChef Harold Moore brings us Harold’s Meat & Three to the Arlo Hotel down in Tribeca. In true southern fashion, guests here choose a meat like prime rib carved tableside and three sides for the perfect meal. But it doesn’t end here, your meal will also include a warm, buttery biscuit and a generous serving of soft-serve ice cream for dessert.
Root n Bone
Chefs Jeff McInnis and Janine Booth are behind this East Village favorite. We love everything on the menu here and especially enjoy dishes like the drunken devilled eggs and Mr. Q’s special, which offers a modern take on traditional southern style fare.
Melba’s
PC: @melbasharlemSouth Harlem’s American comfort food is brought to us by chef Melba who learned to cook from her aunt who opened the beloved Virgil’s Real Barbeque. Whatever you go with, make sure to get an order of their famous Eggnog waffles that beat Bobby Flay’s in a Food Network Challenge.
Red Rooster
PC: @roosterharlemCeleb Chef Marcus Samuelsson’s Harlem spot, Red Rooster, is named after the legendary Harlem speakeasy that attracted greats like Nat King Cole, Adam Clayton Powell Jr. and James Baldwin. Your table should include the Cornbread with honey butter, Crab Cakes with spicy mayo, Mac & Cheese and of course the Fried Chicken with hot sauce served over stewed Collard Greens.
Jacob’s Pickles
PC: Jacobs PicklesJacob’s Pickles is an UWS favorite dishing out southern-style brunch and dinner. In addition to great pickles and flakey biscuit sandwiches, they also have a great drink menu featuring an expansive beer selection, specialty cocktails and root beer on tap.
Amy Ruth’s
PC: Amy Ruth’sCarl S. Redding’s Harlem restaurant is a tribute to his grandmother, Amy Ruth, who taught him everything he knows about southern cooking while growing up in Alabama. Here, you’ll find an array of waffles piled high with your choice of fried chicken, sirloin, fish, sausage, fresh fruit and more.
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