Jessie - Kinston

American, Lunch, Food

Jessie

★ 4.3 / 5 (349 reviews)

Jessie Bell serves comforting, home-style soul food—standout fried chicken and catfish—made fresh to order with generous, flavorful sides. Guests praise consistent, hearty meals, reasonable pricing and ample parking, perfect for family lunches or casual gatherings. Note the split hours and Wednesday closure, occasional phone/unanswered-call issues, surprise side pricing and at least one reported customer-service lapse. Check hours before visiting, and expect a hometown, Sunday-dinner vibe.

Last update: 17.01.2026 from: Jose

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★ 4.3 / 5 from 349 reviews

Was Jose Cruz at Jessie a mag?
I've visited this place several times, and the food is consistently excellent. If you order the fried chicken, keep in mind that they prepare it fresh, so it might take a bit longer. If you have the opportunity, definitely stop by Jessie Bell and sample the menu. The prices are quite reasonable as well. I don't think you'll be disappointed! View all feedback.

What Brandon Collins dislikes about Jessie:
I purchased two sides to bring home to go with my dinner. Ordered a side of Potato salad and side of greens, both came in a large drink cup. It cost me over $30.00 for the two sides in large cups. I was sticker shocked! I Kept the food since they had already packed it. I should of asked the price first. Lol.But I never assumed two large cups with sides in them would cost that amount.Sides were delicious/ menu is not... View all feedback.

Isabella

05.09.2023

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Can't say enough about this place I actually took my whole crew and I ate 2 plates I had spots and a plate of catfish all of the veggies are amazing. Best fish I ever ate. Make you feel like you are ate grandma's having Sunday dinner.Food: 5/5

Isabella

05.09.2023

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Food is amazing i live in Winterville the drive was worth it will definitely be backFood: 5/5

Favian

05.09.2023

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

It would be great if someone could actually pick up the phone! Today is June 6, 2023, and I've tried calling about 12 times to place an order, but no one has answered! There's no way this place is that busy! That's fine; I'll take my business elsewhere. You know what they say about first impressions – and mine certainly wasn't a good one, especially since no one answered the calls!

Jose

05.09.2023

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

I've visited this place several times, and the food is consistently excellent. If you order the fried chicken, keep in mind that they prepare it fresh, so it might take a bit longer. If you have the opportunity, definitely stop by Jessie Bell and sample the menu. The prices are quite reasonable as well. I don't think you'll be disappointed!

Jacqueline

05.09.2023

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

The manger isn’t friendly at all. The food isn’t good anymore like it was when she first opened. Just know it’s no season on the food, fake rice, and nasty cabbage. My soul food taste better than this.

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