Chef Greg’s Soul -N-The Wall

You can basically take my first review and just repeat it. Greg is still great, and his fare is still great. I have *zero* issues giving him my money. Very personable, very good at his craft.

Chef Greg is very friendly and super talented. I just got chicken wings and Mac and cheese, which were both delicious, but I’ll be sure to come back for more! He has a wide array of classic soul food, healthy options and interesting specials. I will be back!

What a great local place to stop and eat at! Living out in California we don’t always have access to the most authentic soul food so while out visiting in the Detroit area I decided to stop by and give it a try. I was ecstatic to see the owner taking orders and explaining what he puts in the food that he makes. Everything that you are served is cooked to order, it’s so worth the little bit of time you have to wait! If you want some awesome local homemade soul food, come see Gregs Soul Food. Great food that’s all reasonably priced.
Already planning on stopping by on my next visit to the area.

Boagman and I went in search of the seemingly extinct Boogaloo sandwich/​sauce … and I found it at Chef Greg’s Soul –n– The Wall restaurant (carry-​out). Greg admits that he did not get the recipe from Brothers’ Ribs, but he’s confident in his reconstruction … and from my memories of Brothers’ Ribs 20+ years ago, I think he has nailed it. He is not an amateur in the kitchen. He is a graduate of the HFCC culinary program and has a background doing event catering for Marriott in LA and Detroit.
He offers several Boogaloo sandwich alternatives:
— 6″ or 8″ sandwich
— Drenched in Boogaloo sauce …
— Toasted white bun … (I’m dreaming of a fresh baguette)
— American cheese …
— Protein choices are:
– Loose ground beef; or,
– Shaved steak as the protein; or,
– Chicken as the protein
The sandwich comes with crinkle-​cut fries and they were prepared perfectly. But the fries are just fries. Good; but nothing special. I did find myself dipping my fries in the Boogaloo sauce.
I opt’d for the steak Boogaloo. The food is cooked to order and arrives hot from the grill. It is the same sandwich from my hazy memory. I tried to buy a bottle of sauce, but he did not have bottles in-​stock. Shucks, I’ll have to visit again. Note to self: Pack an empty sauce bottle.
He also does an excellent butter crust, peach cobbler that is served warm. I recommend it. Splurge. Get the large serving.
The SW corner of Curtis & Wyoming is not a great neighborhood. I’ll visit during daylight, but not after sunset. I was able to park on the street, right outside the front door. There are two 4-​tops, but the seating space is somewhat cramped … and I only recall seating for six (?).
Given the tiny space, Greg seems to-​do mostly carry-​out. He works his craft behind ballistic plexi and has a pass-​thru for money and food … but he came into the dining room to chat briefly.
What would I change? Sauce on the side, but I like a pretty light touch with most sauces/​toppings.
WiFi? No.
CCW friendly.
Will I return? Yes!
Why 5-​stars? Greg delighted me. He resurrected the Boogaloo sandwich and seems to be doing great food, under difficult circumstances.