Shaw-Nae’S House

Let me first start by saying one word….AMAZING!!! Amazing food, amazing staff and amazing chef/owner! We felt welcome from the moment we walked in. Jennifer was our waitress and she was nothing but kind. The food was out of this world. We loved the soul fries and sugar daddy wings as our starters. We also got the peach sangria pitcher. For our entrees we got the jerk chicken and oxtail. Shaw Naé came out and greeted all her guests. It was worth the hour drive to get there. Thank you Shaw Naé and staff for a wonderful dining experience.

- Karen Z -

The service was impeccable. the food was fabulous. the chef and owner Shawnee came out to greet all of her guests gave us a kiss spoke to us in detail it felt so good. I would definitely go back. me and my family had a wonderful time. The wait staff worked so well together. Our waitress was Jennifer. The chicken wings were the bomb. Sweet Thai chili, Buffalo and sugar daddy!!

- A charter -

My boyfriend and I visited last night and had an incredible experience! I’m from Australia and my boyfriend is from Staten Island and we’ve both never had real soul food before so we were so excited. The food blew us away, From the complimentary corn bread (strawberry being our favourite) and the complimentary sweet potato corn bread dessert (MUST TRY) every single thing was incredible. We ordered the soul fries with catfish bites to start which was perfect. My boyfriend ordered the ribs which he loved & I ordered the wings with mac & cheese and sweet potatoes. The sugar daddy sauce blew me away, Our server Jennifer described it was chicken and waffles but in wing form and she was SPOT on! The sides were my absolute favourite part of the dinner. Perfect mac and perfect sweet potato! Drinks were just as good and I took a slice of carrot cake home which was delicious as well. Can’t fault anything from our whole experience, The only thing we were disappointed by was the fact we didn’t get to speak to Shaw-nae herself but I could feel her love and passion through the food! Can’t wait to come back as soon as we can!

- Kai -

We visited Shaw-nae’s house as part of our trip to NYC earlier this year (July) and it was one of the highlights of our trip!! Shaw nae immediately welcomed us at the door and all of the team made our anniversary meal so special. The food was some of the best we’ve ever had - true soul food in a cosy, homely restaurant - everything we had was 10/10 no notes! The staff took such incredible care of us and were so kind and attentive throughout. A must visit place if you’re visiting NYC and super easy to get to from Manhattan via the Staten Island Ferry. Thank you so much Shaw-Nae and the team - see you next time! Xx

- Nokuthula Newcombe -

I traveled with a friend from Boston to visit Shaw-nae’s house. It was a welcoming and intimate environment with lots of smiling faces. The restaurant radiated home feel, and it appeared visitors were at home. A wonderful experience plus the food! From the wings to the sweet potato cornbread, it was so filling! As an added bonus Shaw-nae was sweet and shining nature meet. Thank you!

- Valerie W. -

Went here for my Birthday dinner and it was hands-down the BEST restaurant experience I've had in NYC. (And I'm from here, so I've been to plenty of restaurants) Not only was the food DELICIOUS (Southern style, home cooking), but it was also reasonably priced. The biggest strength of Shaw-nae's House, however, is their service and hospitality. The waiting staff was always on-beat, attentive, and friendly. Shaw-nae even came out and spoke to us personally! She treated everyone like family (and even gave us kisses on the cheek ) *with consent ofc Will definitely come back again!

- Natassia C. -

Shared an experience with a special friend at Shaw-nae’s House and even my friend said you feel like you’re eating at her home from beginning to end. Greeted at the door, seated in a small intimate setting, corn bread flavors out of this world to begin, all of the food you feel her heart and soul poured with love. To end the night you’re not leaving without saying goodnight to the host herself. A hidden gem and will return again and again even if takeout.

- Basilia Ruiz -

Found this spot on TikTok and Google while searching for good soul food in NYC, and it did not disappoint. My friend and I came for dinner and were greeted right away—staff was attentive, warm, and welcoming. Our waitress Jenn was amazing, walked us through the menu, gave great recommendations, and went above and beyond. The restaurant feels cozy and homey, like your aunt or grandma’s house. We ordered rum punch, soul fries with catfish, smothered turkey wings, collard greens, a crispy chicken sandwich, and banana pudding—everything was 10/10. The complimentary cornbread sampler was a great touch. Loved the intimate, uncrowded vibe and even getting to write on the walls. This is officially our new dinner spot—definitely coming back next time we’re in the city.

- Tiffany Ari -