Soul Prime is a Black-owned soul food restaurant in Chicago that serves elevated Southern comfort food with bold flavors and creative twists. Chef and owner Shonya “Chef Royce” Williams blends traditional soul food with modern techniques while celebrating the culture and history behind the cuisine.

The dinner menu features dishes such as spicy honey bourbon fried chicken, slow-roasted baked chicken, beef short ribs, fried and smothered pork chops, catfish, and pan-seared branzino. Guests can pair their entrées with classic sides like five-cheese baked mac, Cajun greens, sweet potatoes, red beans and rice, Southern grits, and honey cornbread. Starters include fried green tomatoes and Soul Prime’s signature collard green dip.

Soul Prime also serves Sunday brunch. Brunch favorites include chicken and waffles, catfish and grits, lamb chops and grits, breakfast nachos, and a short rib breakfast bowl.

The restaurant rounds out its menu with curated cocktails and happy hour. It also offers pickup, delivery, catering, and reservations. Soul Prime gives Chicago diners a destination for soul food, Southern cooking, brunch, cocktails, and a warm dining experience rooted in culture.