Carolyn's Kitchen

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76 Orient Ave
Jersey City, NJ 07305

Carolyn's Kitchen, a cherished soul food restaurant in Jersey City, has been delighting customers with its authentic Southern cuisine since its establishment in 2008. Founded by Carolyn and her son Cornelius, the eatery embodies over 50 years of family cooking traditions, offering dishes made from scratch with love and care.

More than just a restaurant, Carolyn's Kitchen serves as a community hub where patrons feel like family. The menu features a variety of soul food favorites, including fried chicken, creamy mac and cheese, and savory pork chops, all reflecting the rich heritage and heartfelt cooking that define the establishment.

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Ed R.
12/14/2024

I have nothing to say other than the food here was outstanding. I have worked in the area for 20 years and never tried this restaurant and that was a mistake. I ordered the fried fish with sides...

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Ty S.
2/7/2025

Oxtails are on POINT !! 1st time ordering yesterday . You definitely get your moneys worth w. This spot .

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Taylor K.
1/5/2024

The food tasted pretty good and gave a southern feel that I miss from Florida. The food takes a while to be made so prepare to wait in your car unless you order before heading there.

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Sana C.
10/20/2023

Food was good. My sister ordered yams, Mac n cheese, cabbage, and fried pork chops. She said everything was good only thing she wish was the yams were sweeter. I didn't take a pic of my food I had...

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Chris L.
12/18/2023

Just my opinion, not a huge fan. This isn't a good tasting soul food place. The rice taste like ramen noodles, the wings are decent one day and terrible others. The mac/cheese is horrible. Service...

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