Eileen's Soul Food — Restaurant in Neptune City

I had high hopes for Eileen Soul Food, but this was one of the most disappointing meals I’ve had in a long time. Let’s get into it: The macaroni and cheese was absolutely foul. It tasted like someone dumped overcooked noodles into a bland cheese soup and called it a day. No crust, no flavor, no soul. The candied yams were overly sweet but somehow still managed to be tasteless — like they just tossed sugar onto boiled chunks and hoped for the best. Now the chicken… that was the worst part. It was undercooked, mushy, and straight-up squishy inside. Dangerous and nasty. I couldn’t even finish a wing.The whole menu felt like a lazy afterthought. Nothing stood out. It’s the kind of food a bored 7-year-old might throw together after watching a few cooking videos — zero depth, zero love.Soul food is supposed to be rich, comforting, and cooked with care. This was the opposite. Eileen, whoever you are, please do better.This place was straight-up disgusting. I walked in expecting that comforting soul food vibe, but what I got was a sad excuse for a restaurant that looked and smelled like it gave up a long time ago.The chicken? I could literally see it just sitting there behind the counter — dry, pale, and lifeless — like it had been sitting out all morning under weak heat lamps. And when I got my plate? Sure enough, the chicken was undercooked, mushy, and had that nasty squishy texture that made me question if it was even safe to eat.The mac and cheese was gross — soggy noodles drowning in some watery yellow mess with zero flavor. And don’t get me started on the yams. They were somehow both way too sweet and completely flavorless. How is that even possible? The whole menu felt like someone Googled “soul food recipes for beginners” and still got it wrong. Nothing had love, seasoning, or soul. Just a bunch of tired food slapped on a plate. Honestly, my seven-year-old cousin could’ve made a better meal with a microwave and a dream. Save your money and your stomach. Eileen Soul...

I went to this establishment and ordered a catfish dinner and a catfish sandwich. I returned home and learned that my fish was raw in the inside. I contacted the restaurant immediately and was told to bring the food and I explained I live 45mins away. The host took my name and number and stated that the owner will contact me. After 24hrs no one contacted me. I called the restaurant and the owner was given the phone after explaining the situation she stated that no one told her about the fish or that my name and phone number was left. The owner then stated that she can give me another meal and I expressed that I was not comfortable eating from her establishment. She stated that she cannot offer me a refund but she can give me a new order. I continued to express that I wasn't not comfortable eating. The owner then hung up on me. I called right back and someone else answered. The owner is very nasty as I've been told and lacks customer service. Please think twice before...

Eileen’s Soul Food is a spiritual experience. The flavors hit deep, like grandma just whispered a secret recipe into the kitchen. Every bite is rich, soulful, and straight-up comforting in a way you don’t find often anymore.

The fried chicken? Crispy perfection. The mac and cheese? Creamy, cheesy, baked to golden glory. The greens, the yams, the cornbread…all fire. You can tell it’s made with love, tradition, and pride.

The staff treats you like family, the portions are generous, and the vibe is all good energy. Whether you’re dining in or grabbing takeout, Eileen’s delivers that real soul food experience every single time.

If you haven’t been here yet, do yourself a favor. This is more than a meal, it’s a...