Little Skillet

When we want to single handedly take down a juicy pulled pork-filled po’boy, all roads lead to Little Skillet. They’re the size of a football and hearty—just like the many other comfort food staples at this reliable soul food spot in SoMa. Whether you spontaneously come here for a quick walk-in lunch or after-work group hang, expect to leave well-stuffed.

The menu also covers shrimp and grits, blackened catfish plates, and chicken and waffles that make an appearance on most, if not all, tables—they’re the biggest draw of this place. The chicken's crackly skin is topped with fresh thyme so fragrant it'll hit your nose before it even lands on the table. And the meat comes right off the bones with ease. Throw in a side order of fluffy waffles and you’ve got yourself a well-balanced—and very filling—meal. And like the food, Little Skillet’s space is big. The warehouse-like dining room could host a mini rave, complete with massive booths, plenty of room between tables, and a long curved bar. 

photo credit: Melissa Zink

photo credit: Melissa Zink

photo credit: Melissa Zink

Food Rundown

photo credit: Melissa Zink

Chicken and Waffles

Golden-brown, crisp wings, thighs, and breasts are the main event at Little Skillet. And the nicely cooked fried chicken is even better paired with a couple of light and airy waffles. Just know that the syrup leans sweet.

photo credit: Melissa Zink

BBQ Pulled Pork Po’Boy

Prepare to get messy and go through a few extra napkins. Slow-roasted pulled pork spills out of this behemoth of sandwich, filled with a laundry list of fixings like remoulade, pickles, and jalapeño kale slaw.

Cheese Grits

Sometimes these are thick and creamy, and sometimes they arrive a tad too watery. The grits are inconsistent, but the gooey cheddar cheese on top makes up for it.