# Jacob Soul Food Restaurant

> Small space hosts live soul and jazz music that sometimes gets loud, creating a vibrant but intense atmosphere. Casual setup includes outdoor seating and a pay-by-weight take-out bar. The vibe reflects a Harlem-inspired soul food experience with sociable energy.

Source: https://www.atly.com/location/JacobSoulFoodRestaurant

- Address: 373 Malcolm X Blvd, New York, New York, United States
- Hours: Monday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM Thursday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM Friday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM Saturday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM Sunday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Phone: +12128663663
- Website: http://www.jacobrestaurant.com/
- Google rating: 4.4 (3278 reviews)

## What it is good for

- Affordable — 10/10
- Authentic — 10/10
- Local Spot — 10/10
- Lunch Spot — 9.4/10
- Buffet — 9/10
- Date Spots — 9/10
- Food — 8.5/10
- Live Music — 8.3/10
- American Food — 8.1/10
- Pudding — 8/10
- Jazz — 8/10
- Banana Pudding — 8/10
- Seafood — 7.8/10
- Desserts — 7.7/10
- Cornbread — 7.5/10

## What people say

- "The soul food here is amazing, with great variety."
- "The live music here made the place lively and fun."
- "I found the food to be delicious and affordable."

## Good to know

- You serve yourself like a buffet and pay by weight at the checkout.
- The buffet offers the best quality/price in Manhattan, around $15 per person by weight.
- Five people can eat very generously for less than $80.
- On Sundays, Jacob’s offers lunch along with a concert.
- You need to wear a mask and gloves, which they will require and offer if you don't have them.

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