Paula's Soul Food Cafe - Hackensack

Entering the store the workers were nice and very professional. The restaurant was clean and nicely done. Most of the food was visible and looked very appetizing. Most food was kept warm in a warmer which I usually am not a fan of. The fish seemed to be cooked to order. We had several different platters. Turkey Wings, Salmon and Fried Whiting. Turkey Wings Cooked very well. The meat wasn't dry or overcooked. They didn't have a lot of flavor. Not salty which was good for me. Fried Whiting was cooked nice and crispy. Not salty which was good to me. It was seasoned okay. The portion was great. Salmon cooked well and seasoned well. The portion was okay. The sides were roasted potatoes, collards, string beans and Mac cheese plus plantains. Loved all the sides except the Mac cheese which was okay to me. Collards were not cut up much which usually bothers me but didn't. Recommend

The food was very good, fresh, nice portions and a good variety with reasonable prices. The chicken wings were excellent and the red velvet cake was just ok. My only gripe is I wish they would chop up the greens and cabbage instead of serving such large pieces which I ended up cutting myself. But they were very flavorful though. I will repeat and would recommend.

If I could give 4.5 stars I would and I'm only giving 4.5 because of a minor customer service issue. BUT, the food was awesome!!!! I will definitely return to try different items from the menu! So far, they have proven to me to really have good soul food!!!

Portion was generous, five or so sizable pieces of whiting. It was flavorful and crisp but a little salty. I also really liked the okra and collard greens, and they packed as much in as they could. Whiting

The wings are great large, tender perfectly cooked. Paula's sauce is a great compliment a mild but full flavored barbecue sauce no smokiness.