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Chef Marilyn's, Queen of Down Home Southern Goodies
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Chef Marilyn's, Queen of Down Home Southern Goodies
8.2
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A longtime take‑out soul‑food stop in the West Adams/Crenshaw corridor, Chef Marilyn’s serves hearty plates of fried chicken, collard greens, mac & cheese and more in buffet‑style steam table format. Beloved by locals for comfort and value rather than frills.
Must-Try Dishes:
Fried chicken with cornbread, Turkey necks & gravy over rice, Mac & cheese with candied yams
Scores:
Value: 8.4
Service: 7.5
Consistency: 7.9
Food Quality: 8
Atmosphere: 6.5
Cultural Relevance: 8.1
What makes it special: Reliable soul‑food take‑out institution with generous portions and home‑style flavour.
Who should go: Locals craving hearty Southern plates on a budget.
When to visit: Mid‑day lunch for fastest service and freshest steam‑table items.
What to order: Fried chicken, collard greens, mac & cheese.
Insider tip: Arrive early—popular dishes sell out by late afternoon.
Chef Marilyn's, Queen of Down Home Southern Goodies
7.8
A longtime Crenshaw-area takeout institution focused on straightforward Southern comfort at lunch. Portions are generous, seasoning is unapologetic, and the menu reads like a family reunion spread. Perfect when you want something unfussy and deeply satisfying.
Must-Try Dishes:
Oxtails with gravy, Fried catfish dinner, Macaroni & cheese
Scores:
Value: 8.8
Service: 7.6
Consistency: 7.8
Food Quality: 7.9
Atmosphere: 6.2
Cultural Relevance: 8.2
What makes it special: Decades-deep, no-frills Southern cooking with big flavors.
Who should go: Takeout lunch hunters.
When to visit: Early afternoon before popular items sell out.
What to order: Oxtails, fried catfish, mac & cheese.
Insider tip: Call ahead—pickup moves faster at peak lunch.