Madre & Son Soulfood Cafe

37 Commerce St, Newark
(973) 733-0013

Recent Reviews

Anesha Taylor

The best food in Newark!! I’m from the south and when I tell you this some GOOD soul food!!! Mac n cheese was my absolute favorite!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Fried Shrimp, Candied Yams, Fried, Mac & Cheese

Sondra Taylor

The food was absolutely delicious, highly recommend

Jalen Johnson

Was looking for a soul food place in the semi truck and found this place. I’m from Louisiana so I’m highly judgmental on soul food, it definitely hit the spot. Definitely recommend

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Gwen Seetoo

If you’re a foodie like me, you’ll love this place!!!! 10/10 highly recommend!!!! I can’t say enough good things about this restaurant - from the staff to the food to the vibe, Madre & Son is amazing. You won't leave disappointed!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Jarsline White

Moved to jersey almost 2 years ago , & this was the best soul food I’ve had since. Was suprised they didn’t have alcohol drinks but the spot was still cool.

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 5

Service: 3

Recommended dishes: Candied Yams, Mac & Cheese

jasmene barnes

I stumbled upon this place with my best friend and we instantly fell in love with the food! You can tell they put their heart and soul in all they make. I was very pleased and will return!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Fried, Catfish, Mac & Cheese

Kiara Chenise

Amazing food, everything was super delicious and the staff was helpful and friendly

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Candied Yams, Catfish, Smothered Pork Chops, Mac & Cheese

Donnell Johnson

I have never, in my 42 years on earth had Buffalo garlic shrimp before until I went to this restaurant. It's a must that I return to the restaurant to order more food from them. I thank them as well as my stomach thanks them for their food and services.?BTW, TO whom ever reads this post, it's imperative that you order one of their half & half tea/lemonade drink. You will thank me later. ?

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Fried Shrimp, Lamb Chops, Oxtail w 2 Sides, String Beans, Smothered Pork Chops, Lemon Pepper Wing, Mac & Cheese

Crystal Diggs

I’ve gotten a pan of greens and a pan of Mac and cheese when I say it was good I had it for a repast. They ate the whole pans it was gone I looked for seconds it was none. Yeah it’s a go I loved it .

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Mac & Cheese

Mirakle Isaac

I’m from out of town and was looking for a quick soul-food spot. The food here is so good. Everything was fresh and delicious! Miss Kim our waitress was great! I also loved the vibe and the r&b music.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Potato Salad, Mac & Cheese

Ticnesha Barnett

My first time at madre and son and I cannot lie I was overly pleased. The cabbage was awesome and the customer service was on point. Our server was Kim she was so sweet kind and patient. Definitely recommend I will be back, the music made it even better.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Da'Janae Worley

Food and service bomb! We loved their potato salad, and everything was super fresh. S/o to Miss Kim our waitress, she was very friendly and got us everything we asked for.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Potato Salad, Mac & Cheese

Yvette Butler

Listen I’ve had soul food all across the country and few can compare to Maddie’s and Son’s! The food is phenomenal! 5 stars

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Potato Salad, Candied Yams, Mac & Cheese, Fried Chicken Wings 8 pcs

Dwayne Friar

Found this place on Google and OH MY LORD!!!! This place makes the soul food in the south look like Taco Bell. I will return to this establishment every time I visit Newark. Amazing food!!! Amazing service!!! Nothing negative in this place!!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Poodie 9

Was on vacation from Maryland seen a video on TikTok went to check it out because where I live we don’t have no soul food restaurants but the food was great 100% sweet potatoes was AMAZING!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Candied Yams, Fried, Mac & Cheese

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