Authentic Southern soul food & brunch spot, famous for its 'dangerously good' fried chicken & catfish, plus creative slushie cocktails.
Praised as a Brooklyn institution for Southern and soul food, this eatery is a must-visit for its deeply satisfying comfort dishes. Diners consistently rave about the crispy, juicy fried chicken and flavorful catfish, often accompanied by cheesy grits and perfectly seasoned mac & cheese. While the food is the main draw, some recent feedback suggests a dip in service, though many still find the homey vibe and delicious food well worth the potential wait.
This restaurant is highly recommended for its Southern and soul food, with standout dishes including fried chicken, catfish, and mac & cheese. While most customers rave about the authentic flavors and preparation, a few recent diners have noted that the food is merely 'fine' or that certain items like cornbread were dry. The slushie cocktails are also a popular mention.
"Highly recommended dishes include the fried chicken, catfish, mac & cheese, grits, and their signature slushie cocktails."
Customers generally have a very positive experience, frequently praising the authentic Southern and soul food, particularly the fried chicken and catfish. Some recent reviews, however, note a decline in service quality and express disappointment with changes to ingredients.
Important Note
Some recent reviews mention a decline in service quality and long wait times, and one diner found the cornbread to be dry.
"Peaches Hot House is recommended for Southern food, specifically highlighting its amazing brunch."
Positive"The reviewer, raised in Georgia, vouched for the quality of the soul food, specifically mentioning the collard greens as being very good."
Positive"The commenter simply stated that this is their favorite restaurant."
Positive"The commenter noted the restaurant's history, moving from Norwalk, CT to Brooklyn. They mentioned its past vibe with live music and good food, and are glad to see it continues to serve quality food, with another successful southern spot opened by the same group."
Positive"The reviewer had the Mac and cheese with short rib and found it to be exceptional."
Positive"This user repeated their positive review of the restaurant, emphasizing the homey atmosphere and delicious food, particularly the catfish and chicken."
Positive"In response to a question, this commenter clarified that the previous restaurant in this location was called The Smoke Joint and was owned by the same group."
Neutral"The reviewer found the restaurant to be 'mid' and specifically noted that the cornbread was dry."
Negative"The commenter stated that the catfish at this restaurant is 'goated', indicating a very positive experience with the dish."
Positive"This commenter reiterates their positive experience with the catfish, stating it was good and a nice size."
Positive"This commenter considers the restaurant an institution in Bed-Stuy and recommends visiting, noting that long wait times are usual but the experience is homey and worth it."
Positive"The reviewer praised the catfish, slaw, fried green tomatoes, and mac and cheese, but noted a disappointment with the change from house-made hot honey to a commercial brand."
Positive"In response to a question, the commenter confirmed that the restaurant is located in Bed-Stuy."
Neutral"This commenter argued that the restaurant has always had long wait times and a homey experience, implying the recent negative service comment was not representative."
Neutral"This user is excited about the food and asks for the commenter's thoughts if they visit."
Neutral"This reviewer found the food to be 'fine' but not outstanding, stating it didn't live up to the hype for them and they didn't understand the high praise."
Neutral"The reviewer found the food to look good but considered one of the sides disappointing."
Neutral"The commenter misses the restaurant from a previous location and highly recommends the bundt cake slices, boozy slush cocktails (watermelon tequila and peach bourbon), and smooth, creamy grits."
Positive"The commenter's father was very moved by the chicken, telling the waitress it was the best he had ever had."
Positive"In response to a negative service comment, this user stated they had excellent service during their visit."
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