Shirley’s soulfood

I love fried whiting made from fresh fish (not frozen in a bag) with a light, flaky batter and perfectly seasoned. That is exactly what I received. It was delicious! The mac and cheese was very cheesy and tasted great. The collard greens were sweet, which was a different interpretation for me. It didn't matter because I tore them up too! I appreciate when a restaurant doesn't use canned greens. My teen daughter had the lemon pepper chicken with fries. She is a foodie like her momma. She tore that whole meal down to the bare bones. She said it was a 10 out 10. I wish this establishment much success. The owner was polite and pleasant. The meals are made to order which means you have to be patient while it is being cooked just for you. Trust, the food is well worth the wait. Enjoy! God bless!

I was craving some soul food while visiting my family in town and saw this spot while driving by. I highly recommend visiting this restaurant!! The fried fish was perfectly crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. The candied yams were sweet and flavorful, and the potato salad was creamy just the way I like it. The staff was also very friendly and provided great customer service, I will definitely come back again.

My wife and I stopped in for lunch this afternoon, seeking a taste of the South as an antidote to a frigid, cold afternoon. Mission accomplished on the food front; we both enjoyed delicious fried chicken, gooey and tasty mac & cheese, and greens, all prepared perfectly. While there, we witnessed an act of human kindness by the owner that filled our souls with a much-needed reminder that there are still good people in this world. Bellys and souls filled... can't ask for much more! We will be back,

It has been awhile since I have had good soul food. Thank the heavens there is one near me in Dutchess County now. This is a must go for anyone looking for great soul/comfort food. Collard greens, Mac N’Chz, and Fried Chicken were on point. Oh the music brought me back to high school and college. New lunch spot.

Hands down, some of the best food I’ve had recently! I have been craving some good comfort southern food for a very long time and this restaurant was highly recommended. They use the freshest ingredients and make sure each dish is done the right way. The food placement shows the care and dedication that goes into preparing each meal. The fried chicken with collards and mac and cheese was especially memorable the catfish and potatoe salad exquisite taste! I also ordered some grits, and normally I am very hesitant on grits, not at Shirley’s! Every bite was bursting with flavor! A definite Must try! The owner Odessa speaks to every customer that comes in and truly has a love for cooking and it shows in the taste of every item! I wish I could give more stars! Often we read reviews and immedia