Nana Morrison's Soul Food

Evan D

My visit to Nana Morrison’s Soul Food on Oak Lake Blvd., was a hosted meal, and I quickly saw why this spot is a local favorite for soul food. The moment I walked in, the staff was friendly and welcoming guiding me through the ordering experience. This is a cafeteria-style restaurant, where you move down the line to select your meats, toppings, and sides before heading to your table. The portions are very generous, so either come hungry or be prepared to take leftovers home. When dining in, food is served on a plastic tray with disposable plates and containers. It’s not the most eco-friendly setup, but it works. I visited on a Thursday night, and the daily special was Chicken Alfredo, which I was told is one of the most popular items. I ordered it along with stuffing with gravy, mashed potatoes with gravy, a fried chicken thigh, a roll, and a slice of sweet potato pie. The Chicken Alfredo was pure comfort. Creamy, cheesy, and packed with chicken, it was the kind of dish you need to physically stop yourself from eating before you regret how full you are. The stuffing was incredibly flavorful, packed with herbs and chunks of roasted turkey. It reminded me of my StoveTop turkey-flavored stuffing, but better. I added brown gravy, but it wasn’t really necessary because the stuffing was already moist and well-seasoned. The mashed potatoes were smooth, but they could have used a little more salt. The brown gravy helped balance that out. I may not be an expert on soul food or fried chicken, but the fried chicken thigh was fantastic. The breading was crispy, the meat inside was juicy and tender, and it wasn’t overly greasy. For a drink, I went with a bottle of fruit punch Kool-Aid, because soul food and Kool-Aid just go together. It was incredibly sweet and refreshing. If you like sugary drinks, this one is for you. To finish off the meal, I had their sweet potato pie, which is made in-house like all their desserts. The filling was smooth and well-balanced, not overly sweet, but it was missing one thing. A fresh dollop of whipped cream would have made it perfect. If you’re looking for a solid soul food spot and don’t mind a casual cafeteria-style setup, Nana Morrison’s Soul Food is a great choice. Just come hungry and be ready for some serious comfort food.

Don E

I traveled from Atlanta and heard great things about this restaurant. I ordered tilapia, which was made to order, along with yams, cornbread dressing with gravy, and a dinner roll. The yams were outstanding, the cornbread dressing was decent, but I wasn’t a fan of the fish. The customer service was excellent, and they offer a military discount with proper ID. If I visit this area again, I’d definitely consider returning.

Rachel Thomas

We came in today after we picked up family from the airport. It was so delicious! The catfish was fried hard like I like it and the sides were great too. Cornbread and cakes hit the spot. The place is very clean and organized! They even have kool aid which was nostalgic for me. I really enjoyed how friendly the staff was by talking us through the menu and being patient. They consistently checked on us throughout our visit. This spot is a hit 💕

Fal E

Warm and welcoming greeting upon entering. The restaurant was super clean and well lit. Plenty of indoor and outdoor seating that’s great for large parties. All of the staff here were friendly, attentive and made small talk. The restaurant is in a shopping center with other businesses and restaurants. I dropped in after my appointment on a Monday afternoon. The location is perfect. Close to home and my work office. The parking was effortless here. I purchased a vegetable plate and a bake chicken plate. Almost everything was delicious. The baked chicken was a bit try. All of the sides were delicious and seasoned just right. I think I will stick with fried chicken on my next visit. I look forward to coming back again. A quick and inexpensive go to for lunch.