Gather your crew for brunch at Lula & Sadie's in the historic Davis Baking building in Lakewood. Chef Harry Monds serves dishes inspired by the southern cuisine of his grandmothers, the namesakes of the restaurant. Bring your appetite for bacon pecan cinnamon rolls, "Down Home" biscuits and gravy or their famous red velvet chicken and waffles. Looking for a bite later in the day? Lula & Sadies also serves lunch and dinner.
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Hours:
Monday: Closed Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:00 PM Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:00 PM Thursday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:00 PM Friday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM Saturday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM Sunday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
The food was great. I had the fried green tomatoes (without bacon) and Nic’s Loaded Grits. The loaded grits were my fav. The staff were very professional and friendly, the vibe was great and I loved the jazz music. Will definitely come back.
Jakara McCullen
Apr 10, 2025
4
The food was very good for me - huge portions. Well seasoned and really nice southern options. We visited around 5PM (ish) on a Saturday and there wasn’t a crowd. There was a bit of a wait, but seems on brand for most places making satisfying portions and cooking to order (grab an appy while you wait - i had the Jerk Chicken Eggrolls)!
Sat on the rooftop, music and atmosphere was right where I needed it to be after a busy day running behind my kiddo! Would love to come back and explore the menu!
Illwillbdv
Apr 6, 2025
5
This was a place that is well recommended. The vibe was amazing, and our server Thaddeus was amazing. He was definitely very helpful and professional. We had the Pallea and red velvet chicken and waffle. We also had the sampler for 2, which was DELICIOUS!!!! It had pimento cheese, pickled radish, tempura sweet potato, and pork belly with some bread. Everything was well balanced and went together very well. We will definitely be returning. By far one of the best places we have experience. They even had a band that played blues music.
Roy Wilkins
Apr 1, 2025
4
We visited this establishment on a Sunday for brunch. The food was very good. I had the shrimp and grits. Not the typical shrimp and grits that I expected but it was very good. My wife had the fish with 2 sides that were very good, but the sides came out cold even though the fish was hot. They quickly fixed it with fresh hot sides and she was very pleased. Also the decor and the fixtures throughout the building were very unique. Gave off an eclectic feel to the place. I definitely recommend for a visit. You will be pleased👍🏾
Lon'Cherie' Billingsley
Mar 16, 2025
3
I was super excited to eat here for my birthday after seeing a reel on IG. Unfortunately, I will not return. We were given two dirty glasses, our waiter seemed annoyed with us, we weren't happy with our food, and they charged a 20% "living wage" charge (that was not a tip, so the waiter expected more!). Regarding the food, the side of Mac and cheese was great. The biscuits and gravy was salty. The brisket fries were saltier (and the "brisket" was in large cubes versus shredded). The chicken and waffles were cold and the chicken was underseasoned (but there were these huge pieces of salt that didn't help). Spent $80 for two people (no drinks). Cicis would have been better and cheaper.
Christopher Smith
Feb 15, 2025
5
Incredibly friendly people doing their thing here. Extra points for having everything on hand for a mocktail concoction I thought up on the spot and being willing to open up the upstairs patio for me to chill on ... Which took a little friendly convincing because it was raining out and they probably thought I was crazy... I love the rain, and anyway, before I finished my first drink the Sun had more than peaked out as you can see from the picture. Great experience!
Patrick Wynn
Feb 14, 2025
5
1st time here, went during brunch hours on valentine's day. No disappointment at all. The fried green tomatoes were legit, loved them. The cheese on top was crazy. Wife got the chicken and red velvet waffles. I really cant describe how good they arem made me close my eyes to eat. They taste like a dream, the cinnamon drizzle on the chikcen was diabolical. I oredered fried catfish, comes with okra, black eye pea salad and corn bread. I subbed my okra for squash. All of it was extremely delicious. The catfish tasted like butter. Love this place instantly. Eneded up oredering chicken and waffles togo.
Patrick Slaughter
Jan 28, 2025
3
On January 25th, I dined at this establishment and found the bacon-wrapped meatloaf to be quite satisfying. The accompanying vegetable blend was also well-prepared. However, the fried chicken sandwich proved to be overly crunchy, which detracted from the overall enjoyment.
While the service was somewhat lacking, the unique and delicious margarita offerings, along with the appealing artwork adorning the space, compensated for this shortcoming.
I would advise against ordering the fried jambalaya, as it was found to be dry and lacking in flavor. This dish unfortunately exemplifies the notion that not everything needs to be fried.
Despite some inconsistencies in the food and service, the restaurant's ambiance and select menu items offer a pleasant dining experience.
Keosha Sellars
Nov 10, 2024
3
Stopped by today for brunch, it was a very cute out the way. I didn’t like how loud the live music was playing. It made it hard to talk with the people at the table and very hard to hear the waiter. The waiter said a bunch of stuff and after he left the people at my table had to ask what did he say?! I ordered the French toast. I felt like it was not enough for the amount you are paying. You received this great big plate and 3 small pieces of bread. And that’s it, no side, no nothing. Looked very plain. The French toast was good , but a side would have made it more filling. Also it was a little on the hard side which made it hard to cut. My date had the duck gumbo which they enjoyed, but he is not a fan of okra and it’s all cooked together. I would go again just to give them a second shot but it wouldn’t be a first pick for me.
Nyala Madlock
Aug 17, 2024
3
I found this place in my Google maps search for "meatloaf". Upon arriving I was pleased that it was an African American establishment, the service and ambiance were nice and decent. It has good appeal.
The food was trash!!!! I believe they cater to the Caucasian palate, gentrification at it's worst.
-I ordered two entrees the $18 Meatloaf and the $17 Mac n cheese. Both dishes were bland and dry,
-I wasn't sure if the Mac had cheese on it at all. The drumstick that comes with the Mac n cheese had a nice crust and it fell off the bone, but when the breading fell off it revealed what looked like boiled chicken skin (perfectly white and unseasoned).
-The "Lakewood " bacon wrapped meatloaf was dry and the bacon was an unnecessary and tasteless addition. I did enjoy the mashed potatoes.
The little girl outside the restaurant sells some really good lemonade. I bought 4 bottles.
Fal E
Jun 30, 2024
3
I experienced the Jazz 🎷 Brunch at Lula and Sadie's. The staff was welcoming and the restaurant was clean and well-lit. Our server was knowledgeable and provided great recommendations, which I appreciated. I enjoyed the Jazz in the background.
I tried the fried green tomatoes and meatballs as starters, and for my entree, I chose the shrimp and grits, which were delicious - an 8/10 rating I recommend.
I was a bit disappointed that my water glass wasn’t refilled. I grew content without water especially since I noticed that the water served wasn't filtered. Given the price point and the 20% service charge, I think serving quality filtered water would increase this rating to 4*.
Towards the end of our meal, the service seemed to become rushed and transactional. We weren't asked if we wanted anything else but were abruptly given to-go boxes, even though my sister and cousin intended to order dessert and another cocktail. This left me feeling a bit uncomfortable, as we were never informed of any time limit. I believe a more considerate approach towards the end of our meal would have greatly improved the overall experience to a 4*.
Meleata Pinto
Jun 20, 2024
5
I’m so glad we finally made it to this neighborhood gem. The food was delicious and the service was solid! I had the lavender lemonade, fried green tomatoes appetizer, catfish and the chocolate pecan tart. It was so good! We will definitely be back!
PS. Do not trust Google for reservations. I tried to make last minute reservations through Google and it said no tables were available for 6 people until the next day. I called the restaurant and there wasn’t even a wait for a table. We were able to walk right in - so don’t wait to visit Lula & Sadie’s! It’s wonderful!!
Kim J
May 27, 2024
4
This is a very classic restaurant. We loved the set up and the upstairs outdoor seating. This is a living wage restaurant so keep in mind their is a fee added to your bill. We ordered the steak with mashed potatoes and squash. This was delicious. We also ordered the Brisket Fries which is very sweet. This is something to keep in mind. If you like sweet and savory dishes this is for you. Also kids chicken tenders. The steak would be something I would return for. I also heard that that BBQ sliders, Mac and cheese and greens were delicious so I do plan on trying those next time. We also had the pleasure of being served by the general manager Marcus. He really cares about the staff and seems to provide support throughout the restaurant. Overall good experience.
