Where to Buy Chicken Skins in Queen Ceek Az

Some of the Valley's most popular eateries are soul-food restaurants. Think fried catfish, collard greens, black-eyed peas, yams, cornbread.

These 10 spots range from longtime old-school favorites to contemporary, chef-driven concepts.

Mrs. White's Golden Rule Cafe

An iconic mecca of Phoenix soul food for decades, the traditional Southern food recipes speak for themselves. Order oxtails ($16.50), pond-raised catfish ($14.50) or smothered fried chicken ($14.50) with sides like sweet potatoes, black-eye peas or okra gumbo. Desserts include cobbler of the day ($4.15) or homemade slice of cake ($4.15).

Details: 808 E Jefferson St., Phoenix. 602-262-9256.

Off Da Hook Soul Food

This Louisiana-style eatery serves up hot bowls of seafood gumbo loaded with fish, large shrimp, sausage, chicken and king crab legs ($17.99). The oxtails ($18) come with homemade cornbread and two sides, such as greens and dirty rice; and there's also all-you-can-eat fried chicken ($12.99). Finish off the meal with a slice of sweet potato pie ($4.50) or peach cobbler ($4.50).

Details:1804 W. Glendale Ave., Phoenix. 602-242-1922. Search for "Off Da Hook Soul Food" on Facebook.

Lo-Lo's Chicken & Waffles

Owners Larry "Lo-Lo" and Rasheedah White have turned their popular soul-food restaurant with its extensive menu into a franchise business in Arizona and other states. The Famous Soulfood Platter ($15) features endless choices such as three pieces of Southern fried chicken, two salmon croquettes or two pieces of fried catfish (or mix it up), served with two sides and cornbread. You'll enjoy it even more with "Georgia on My Mind," made with peach vodka, sweet tea and orange juice.

Details:3133 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale. 480-945-1920. Other locations at loloschickenandwaffles.com.

Southern Rail

Here, chef Justin Beckett (Beckett's Table) is inspired by flavors from the American South. Share an order of cornmeal-fried okra or fried green tomatoes, with pimento cheese and pea tendrils ($10). Follow your starter with the fried chicken entree ($21), served with Yukon gold mashed potatoes and corn on the cob. You can always order an additional side like super creamy grits ($6).

Details: 300 W. Camelback Road, Phoenix. 602-200-0085, southernrailaz.com.

Okra Cookhouse & Cocktails

Chef Cullen Campbell (Crudo) lets diners decide how they want their fried chicken — regular, Tennessee Hot, Umbrian, smothered or Chow Chow, a traditional Southern vegetable relish ($17 for two pieces, $20 for three). His version combines seasonal vegetables, vinegar, mustard and chile. Small plates include pickled ribs with rice grits ($16). A fun dessert is the canned biscuit doughnut with salted caramel ($4); add chicken skins or buttermilk ice cream for $3 each.

Details: 5813 N. Seventh St., Phoenix. 602-296-4147, okraaz.com.

Rhema Soul Cuisine

Find hearty plates like the popular pecan-smoked barbecue chopped pork ($13) and brisket rib tips ($13). You get to choose two sides: collard greens with smoked turkey, cornbread, seven-cheese baked macaroni or carrot and raisin salad. The barbecue chopped pork sandwich ($8), the beer-battered pollock ($7) and fried shrimp ($9) all come with a side of fries.

Details: 21803 S. Ellsworth Road, Queen Creek. 480-987-1460, rhemasoulcuisine.com.

Ibby's Fish and Chicken

Chicken or fish? Get the combo ($14.50): Choose from shrimp and four kinds of fish; and get your chicken fried, baked or as tenders. The dish comes with two sides, such as collard greens, candied yams, red beans and rice, and hush puppies. Dining with a big group? The family special ($36.99) comes with 20 pieces of chicken, two large sides, four drinks and peach cobbler.

Details: 6165 W. Chandler Blvd., Chandler. 480-785-0625, ibbysfishchicken.com.

Ezekiel's

This Ahwatukee soul-food spot makes decisions easy with dinner combos served with cornbread and two sides — collard greens, sweet potatoes and baked mac and cheese are among 10 side options. Catfish ($10.99), fried chicken ($10.99) and barbecue ribs ($12.99) are among the most popular mains.

Details: 4825 E. Warner Road, Phoenix. 480-785-4886, ezekielsphoenix.com.

BeBe's Southern Cooking

Head to BeBe's for biscuits and gravy ($3.99) in the morning; and return later for fried chicken ($9.99 for lunch, $10.99 for dinner), deep-fried catfish ($11.50, $13.99) or smothered pork chops ($9.99, $12.99). Entrees come with two or three sides, such as collard greens, candied yams and black-eyed peas. Menus for kids and seniors (55 and older) are available.

Details: 5925 W. Olive Ave., Glendale. 623-931-9000, bebessoutherncooking.com.

Rags Real Chicken & Waffles

Owner Kenneth "Rags" Smith serves up Alabama-style eats, from the chicken and waffle combo ($13) to full dinners ($13) with ribs, shrimp or fish, served with sides like fried okra and baked beans. A great option for families is the Rags House Platter ($50): four pieces of chicken, four chicken strips, eight rib bones, four fish filets, 12 pieces of shrimp, two sides, bread and soda.

Details: 12242 N. 111th Ave., Youngtown. 623-977-2257. Search for Rags Real Chicken & Waffles on Facebook.

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Source: https://www.azcentral.com/story/entertainment/dining/2017/04/24/soul-food-restaurants-metro-phoenix/100307014/

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