Simply Soulful Cafe

Simply Soulful Cafe was established by founder Lillian Rambus alongside her mother Barbara Collins, translating cherished multi-generational family recipes from Mississippi into a beloved Seattle culinary destination. Originally blossoming from a modest Madison Valley pie venture into a vibrant community gathering hearth, Lillian transformed her family heritage into an enduring testament of warmth, resilience, and scratch Southern cooking.

Located prominently at 23rd & Jackson in the historic Central District, Simply Soulful stands as a living cultural anchor for community fellowship. The establishment proudly aligns with Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.’s international initiative, “Building Our Economic Wealth,” regularly hosting local Sorors from the historic Delta Upsilon Omega Chapter and visiting Divine Nine delegations with dedicated community seating and an exclusive Sisterhood Advantage perk.

Renowned across the Pacific Northwest for crisp fried catfish, tender collard greens, cornbread waffles, and artisanal sweet potato pies, Simply Soulful serves as a premier dining destination during Seattle’s June Black Dollar Days celebration. Guests are welcomed to visit the cafe on Jackson Street or place direct pick-up orders online.