"The wholesome, delicious, and authentic Southern USA cooking was served with mounds of generosity and warmth when our trio came in for a mid-morning feast. Mary J, our server, welcomed us and directed us to a great little table looking toward the bar. She also walked us through some of the house specialties. We were aware that two years prior, the James Beard foundation made this the first Oklahoma award winner (Chef Andrew Black's Grey Sweater became the second a year later). Well-deserved, even though it took more than 65 years for the world to know that right here in Oklahoma City, Florence Jones was making an indelible print on the culinary world. It's "classic" cuisine, something that needs to be heralded because of the culinary wizardly that sprang from humble beginnings. Although its often referred to as a soul food "joint," we'd prefer calling it an authentic, southern USA style, food-for-the-soul "experience." The ambience is as important as the food. Our table came with representatives from the Middle East, West Africa, and the Mid-West (Chicago). We were first timers, and we were not disappointed. We savored the baked chicken and dressing, grilled tilapia, fried chicken salad, with shareable sides of mac & cheese, collard greens, corn bread, with a bevy of "seasoned" specialties consisting of green beans, more collards, and spinach. We started with a more than generous platter of deep fried chicken livers. This was our only disappointment because we found them far too salty for our tastes. But every other dish was perfectly seasoned, southern style. The portions were quite large, but Mary recommended that we save a little room to share a dish of the famous peach cobbler over a cup of coffee. We did, and yes, we had to have the coffee, because well prepared Southern food is like a sedative, you know. Authenticity is key here. You might be able to find delicious southern food elsewhere, but at Florence's, the decades of experience infuses the foods with a unique element, like aged wine, which you can't simply replicate just anywhere. And then there's the hospitality.The atmosphere is relaxed and the folks are nice. From looking around, you get sense that the patrons are like regulars coming from all walks of life, all parts of the city (and in our case, across the globe). Highly recommended, even if you have visitors wanting a parting taste of real southern hospitality en route to the airport. Easy to get to, easy to park...just plain easy to enjoy!"

D M!

"The service was amazing. Through out the meal servers were consistent with making sure the table had everything we needed. Great atmosphere had some smooth jazz playing in the background and overall all locals seemed happy. The food was delicious as well. I definitely enjoyed the yammed wings Along with the fried chicken and macaroni. The peach cobbler was a little soupy for my liking and had a little too much nutmeg but overall it was all good."

Daeleen Carrera

"I have no words!!! The food was soooooooo amazing. I apologize that I am just getting to the review. Well done, ladies!!! In my party, I had with me three seasoned women (ages from 70+ to 90). They were impressed and all made happy plates!!! My spiritual mother, one of the seasoned women, never finishes her plates no matter where we dine. However, this time, she ate every bite!!!! KUDOS!!! Ms Florence, keep up the love you administer in every dish while you can!!! Ms Victoria, I know you add love to your dishes as well😃. I know this personally, you informed me that you prepared the dressing. It was sooooo delicious!!!! It was so amazing to experience the mother/daughter food creations. 'Love' covers a multitude...of deliciousness ('I' am including food with that verse-lol)!!!! I/we will most definitely be returning!!! For sure, I will continue to recommend to others that they must stop in to try!!!! God bless you!!!!"

Sandra 'Lade Capri'