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05/19/2026
Sweet or spicy… either way, it’s giving cookout royalty. 🌽🔥
Jalapeño Cheddar for the auntie with attitude.
Apple Cinnamon for the cousin that stay asking for “just one more piece.” 🤎 Stop in and try one or both!
04/06/2026
Happy National Cornbread Day! Stop by any of our locations and enjoy a FREE piece of cornbread-no purchase necessary. Don’t miss it!
04/05/2026
🌽 FREE CORNBREAD MONDAY! 🌽
Celebrate National Cornbread Day with a taste of the gold standard! This Monday, April 6, we’re giving away FREE slices of our Signature Golden Brown Cornbread at ALL locations.
No catch. No purchase necessary. Just pull up and grab a slice of soul! ✨
📍 THE LINEUP:
• Newark
• Montclair
• Maplewood
• Brooklyn
Fresh, fluffy, and waiting for you. See you Monday! 🏃💨
04/04/2026
Slide thru in April 6 for National Cornbread Day!
04/03/2026
National Cornbread Day 🌽🍞
Stop by April 5 any location of your free piece of cornbread
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02/13/2026
If you haven’t already heard, Valentine’s Day is TOMORROW! So don’t let a little things like treating him or her to a meal at their FAVORITE soul food restaurant that just happens to be ! It only makes sense that you have SOUL FOOD with your SOUL MATE on the holiday dedicated to LOVE!
02/02/2026
“We are INNOVATORS! Even in our time of struggle we find strength”
Happy Black History Month to EVERYONE that celebrates & uplifts our culture. There is no other American cuisine as HISTORIC as SOUL FOOD! The cookbook that’s ingrained into our DNA! Come join us at any of our many locations for a “bite of history!”
01/03/2026
Did you make your NEW YEARS RESOLUTION list yet? Well if not then we took the liberty of making one for you, so you can just borrow ours! It’s pretty short and to the point, but it’s a CLEAR path of getting through what looks like it’s going be a rough year! LOL On behalf of & the wonderful staff at Cornbread… HAPPY NEW YEAR to you all!
12/22/2025
On behalf of & our ever expanding Cornbread Soul family/ community (Montclair / Newark/ Brooklyn / Maplewood) we’d like to say “HAPPY HOLIDAYS” to you & yours this week! We KNOW that you have A LOT to do so all we ask is that you remember to think of us as your top choice to share a family meal with and introduce our cuisine to someone who has never ate with us before. That’s the only gift we’re asking for this year! TGANK YOU for your support LOVE, PEACE & SOUL (FOOD)!
12/13/2025
Before you even ask, “YES” we will remain open all throughout the holiday season and “YES” that does include CHRISTMAS DAY! However on that day we will be open on a short operating schedule of 11am-4pm ONLY! Also FYI start to make your catering needs known NOW before the date that you need it comes. This will help make things MUCH more easier when the time comes! HAPPY HOLIDAYS
11/24/2025
You aware that we do CATERING right?!? So WHY stress yourself buying individual ingredients , constantly peeking into a HOT oven & manually cleaning a pile of dishes for a 20 minute meal when WE can do all of that! Here’s our PSA if you need our help adding to our potluck menu so give us a ring!
10/16/2025
“Started from the bottom now we’re HERE!” -
Soul food is the original version of “we made something from scratch” literally! Here’s page two of its original taken from a broadcasted clip about its roots as a cuisine.
10/14/2025
Some of us may no longer be in class BUT that doesn’t mean we still can’t TEACH or LEARN! Okay kids quiet down and pay attention, today we’re sharing a bit of AMERICAN history, not just BLACK history that you may not have heard in school. “The origin of SOUL FOOD” and how it has become a staple in our cultural cuisine. We as a ppl are so creative that with so LITTLE we have made A LOT! Here’s just part one courtesy of thst we’ll happily share with you. ENJOY & see you around dinner time!
10/08/2025
Two sisters BUILDING together, one just happens to be an ARCHITECT! An African and a Haitian meet up in a SOUL FOOD restaurant sounds like start of a joke right? But these women came to have for the FINAL episode of the season w/ our lovely host and her guest star architect They had a GREAT talk about knowing your purpose and being a pioneer in a field where there are so few of US! Enjoy this talk & let’s chat next season Shot on location in Newark by
10/02/2025
Now we’re not pointing any fingers but SOMEHOW part one of our intriguing sit down interview with for “mysteriously” disappeared from our page last week! Do you know what…we’re just going POST it all over again! Because this one deserves just as many views as PART TWO did! Once again this was hosted by at our NEWARK location across from City Hall, by so without further delay here part one…AGAIN (lol)
10/01/2025
Okay we’re just one more episode away from the season finale of and I must say we had some AMAZING special guests for our premiere season this year! Now let’s add .t of to that illustrious list! Here our sit down interview with her we shot a ways back before the summer ended, to pick her brain about the current state of US as a people and how to refocus your “personal GPS” to find direction. listened well to how this inspiring sister found her path. Shot on location at our Newark restaurant at 915 Broad St. by
Address
409 Eastern Pkwy
Brooklyn, NY
11216
To reach your destination at Eastern Parkway in New York, you have a couple of options for public transport and driving.
**Public Transport:**
1. **Subway:**
- Take the 2 or 5 train to the Eastern Parkway-Brooklyn Museum station.
- Exit the station and walk east on Eastern Parkway for a short distance to reach your destination.
2. **Bus:**
- You can take the B41 or B48 bus routes, which stop along Eastern Parkway. Check local schedules for exact stops and times.
**Driving/Parking:**
1. If you're driving, enter "Eastern Parkway" into your GPS for directions.
2. There are street parking options available, but be mindful of parking regulations and time limits.
3. Alternatively, consider using nearby parking garages if street parking is limited.
Make sure to check traffic conditions before you head out!
Opening Hours
| Monday |
11am - 10pm |
| Tuesday |
11am - 10pm |
| Wednesday |
11am - 10pm |
| Thursday |
11am - 10pm |
| Friday |
11am - 10pm |
| Saturday |
11am - 10pm |
| Sunday |
11am - 10pm |
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Soul food restaurants are celebrated for their rich flavors, comforting dishes, and deep cultural roots. They offer a unique dining experience that brings people together over hearty meals made with love and tradition. At Cornbread Soul on Eastern Pkwy, this essence is beautifully captured through their commitment to quality and authenticity.
Cornbread Soul stands out with its farm-to-table approach, ensuring that every dish is crafted from the freshest ingredients sourced from local farmers and shops. This dedication to freshness not only enhances the flavor of each meal but also supports the community. The chefs at Cornbread Soul take immense pride in their craft, preparing soul food classics around the clock with meticulous care.
The menu features an array of mouthwatering options that promise to delight your taste buds. From savory fried chicken to rich collard greens, each dish embodies the heartwarming spirit of traditional soul food while incorporating modern culinary techniques. The fast-casual setting allows for a relaxed dining experience where you can enjoy these delicious offerings at your own pace.
For added convenience, Cornbread Soul offers self-order kiosks that let you skip the line and get straight to enjoying your meal. Alternatively, their mobile app makes ordering even easier, allowing you to savor authentic soul food whenever you crave it.
With its focus on quality ingredients and genuine flavors, Cornbread Soul is a must-visit destination for anyone looking to indulge in some of the best soul food around.
