We’re capturing the authentic flavors of soul food here at Nelson’s Soul Food & Cafe. You’ll find all your southern favorites: chicken and waffles, fish and shrimp, and po’ boys. And we cook everything fresh in-house for you so you can always depend on bold, tasty flavors. Since we opened in 2015, word has spread throughout town about the friendly, attentive service we serve our food with, and we can’t wait to show you that Southern hospitality when you come in.
Based on 69 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.7 stars. Price $$
✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Takeout ✔️ Delivery
Address:
2113 Farmerville Hwy, Ruston, LA 71270
Phone: (318) 278-5761
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Hours
| Sunday | 10 AM–5 PM |
| Monday
(Labor Day)
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10 AM–10 PM
Hours might differ
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| Tuesday | 10 AM–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM–10 PM |
| Thursday | 10 AM–10 PM |
| Friday | 10 AM–12 AM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–12 AM |
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Reviews
Amber Guillory
I order through door dash, my home is 9 miles away from the store and my food is always still hot so I know they are making fresh chicken for sure. The side salad/ garden salad is chopped so u can actually eat it and they mix in pickle and banana peppers with purple onion and it’s delish. The chicken is seasoned well and never been over cooked or dry I 10/10 say go give them a try great quality and prices 🙂
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Janean Markley
The food was delicious! We were driving through Ruston and found this place on Google. It’s in a convenience store, but don’t let that stop you! There is some seating, or you can get it to go, but the food was totally worth it!
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Letha woods
This chicken strip dinner was fantastic!! It is actual real chicken that they batter themselves and cook.. amazing flavor!!! A 6 piece with fries, toast, and a salad all for $7!! I can’t wait to try their burgers!!!
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Timisha Wilson
The food is what brought me. When we arrived the inside looks like it should be closed to the public. Literally is dirty and has stuff stacked in the opening that is undesirable. Employees were kind, but some seemed young as they started bantering in front of us. It must be a family business, they didn’t wash their hands when preparing our condiments and sticking their fingers in our sauce cups, I had to pray over them haha cuz I still ate the sauce. Chicken strips were good. Very good. Waffle was not. At all. Like disappointing. One lady came back with her food of fried fish and was afraid to return it but she did and I don’t know how it turned out but it seemed they remade the food for her. Cheap prices too
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Miriam Bey
My husband accidentally knocked his plate on the floor and they gave him another plate for free, which I thought was really nice. Food was good nice place for a quick meal.
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CatchaFalling Star
I had the cheeseburger (medium well) with fries. It was fantastic!!! The meat was seasoned well and it was cooked perfectly. This was a real burger patted out by hand. It was juicy and covered the entire bun; actually it was slightly larger than the bun. If you’re looking for a great burger stop here. The best food for the price.
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Karen John
When we travel out of town I always look for locally own mom/pops restaurants. This one, Nelson’s Soul Food & Cafè was found by another Alcorn football mom, Monique Benin-Kinsler. Hot wings were awesome!!! Steak so juicy, tender, and great taste! Fish was fried perfect!!! The hospitality and service was great!!!
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Jerelyn Wilson
The food is amazing! Pastor Wilson and I had the fish plate and our children had the burgers and fries! Loved it! Loved it! Loved it! Looking forward to trying Sunday dinners
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Sherrie Gammage
Love those fish tacos! Stopped at Nelson’s while working in the area and fell in love with the tacos which are so good, I bring them home. Everything is freshly prepared and served with a smile!
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Amber Garrett
We got the chicken quesadilla. My fiance got the fish and shrimp! it was all wonderful Thank you from Austin TX!
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