Kinfolks Cafe

Kinfolks Cafe

724 Dr Mary McLeod Bethune Blvd, Daytona Beach, FL 32114, United States

+1 386-256-7424

Soul food restaurant
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About This Place

Nestled in the heart of Daytona Beach, Kinfolks Cafe is a soul food haven that serves up an authentic taste of Southern comfort with every bite. Located at 724 Dr Mary McLeod Bethune Blvd, this cozy, unpretentious spot invites you to savor classics that feel like a warm hug from home—perfect for anyone craving deeply satisfying, home-cooked meals that celebrate tradition and hearty flavors.

The menu reads like a love letter to soul food lovers: decadent fried chicken with a golden, crispy crust that shatters delightfully against your teeth, tender oxtails falling off the bone in a rich, savory stew, and melt-in-your-mouth pork chops bathed in savory gravy. The sides are just as unforgettable—think perfectly seasoned collard greens, velvety mac & cheese brimming with creamy cheese, and sweet, luscious candied yams that taste like dessert masquerading as a vegetable. Don’t miss the cornbread, moistened to just the right consistency, offering a subtly sweet counterpoint to the savory main courses.

For seafood enthusiasts, Kinfolks Cafe delivers with plates like the Flounder Dinner paired masterfully with rice, cornbread, and two satisfying sides, or the indulgent Grilled Fish Platter featuring a trio of fish fillet, shrimp, and scallops, all perfectly grilled and bursting with flavor. The menu's wings—available in generous portions from six to fifty pieces—are crispy, juicy, and seasoned just right, making them a favorite for those seeking flavorful, finger-licking goodness.

The atmosphere at Kinfolks Cafe is warm, inviting, and distinctly down-to-earth. It’s the kind of place where locals gather for a hearty meal and visitors quickly feel like part of the family. The friendly staff’s attentiveness and genuine hospitality make the dining experience truly memorable—the perfect complement to the soul food that clearly comes from the heart. Customers have raved about the food arriving on time through delivery services, the tender baked chicken that practically melts off the bone, and comforting dishes like meatloaf and chicken wings that bring back fond memories of home cooking.

One visitor fondly recalls, “My oxtails fell off the bone, and the greens and beans were wonderful. We were looking for a home-cooked meal and definitely found it!” Another calls out the banana pudding and strawberry cheesecake desserts as nothing short of heavenly, praising their sweet, creamy finishes that round off the meal perfectly. Many agree that the prices are wallet-friendly without compromising on the generous portions or exquisite flavors.

If you’ve been yearning for soulful, authentic Southern fare in Daytona Beach that comforts the soul and delights the palate, Kinfolks Cafe is an absolute must-visit. Whether you're dining in to soak up the warm, inviting atmosphere or grabbing a timely delivery, this gem promises a delicious journey through soul food done right—flavorful, heartfelt, and utterly unforgettable.

Service options
Outdoor seating Delivery Takeaway Dine-in
Highlights
Fast service Great dessert Serves local specialty
Popular for
Lunch Dinner Solo dining
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park Wheelchair-accessible entrance Wheelchair-accessible seating Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Offerings
Comfort food Quick bite Small plates
Dining options
Lunch Dinner Catering Dessert Seating Table service
Amenities
Toilet
Atmosphere
Casual Cosy Quiet Trendy
Crowd
Groups Tourists University students
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Credit cards Debit cards NFC mobile payments Credit cards
Children
Good for kids High chairs Kids' menu
Parking
Free of charge street parking Free parking lot Parking
Pets
Dogs allowed outside

Opening Hours

  • Monday
    Closed
  • Tuesday
    11:00 AM - 09:00 PM
  • Wednesday
    11:00 AM - 09:00 PM
  • Thursday
    11:00 AM - 09:00 PM
  • Friday
    12:00 PM - 10:00 PM
  • Saturday
    12:00 PM - 10:00 PM
  • Sunday
    12:00 PM - 08:00 PM

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Visitor Reviews

  • Chyna Dee
    1 week ago

    My husband and I tried Kinfolks Cafe for the first time while visiting Daytona Beach. We ordered through Grubhub. The delivery time was on time. Not a long wait. I ordered the catfish dinner. I got mac & cheese and sweet potatoes as sides. My husband got the catfish & shrimp dinner with fries as his side, and he got an order of chicken wings. He started eating before I could get pictures of his plate. All the fried items tasted freshly cooked. (The catfish were real catfish fillets, not Swai. The size looked to be the 5 oz sizes fillet.) All the fried items tasted good! The only thing is that we didn't get any condiments such as ketchup, hot sauce, cocktail sauce, or tarter sauce. This may have been our fault. We're not sure if it was supposed to have been entered when ordering. We didn't see it. The sweet potatoes were good, not stringy. My only disappointment beside no condiments was the mac & cheese. Although the taste was good, it was dry because it seemed to have been sitting for a long time, which caused it to get dried out. I would try the restaurant again if I could get the fresh mac & cheese. (I suggest you make the macaroni and divide it into individual servings and freeze. Take out what you need at the beginning of each day and put in the refrigerator to thaw. Heat the servings as needed. It will taste freshly cooked each time. ... that's my two cents that you didn't ask for. ) Much success

  • Charles Thomy
    1 week ago

    I have been coming to Daytona for 39 years and this is one of the best meals I have ever had here. The Baked Chicken and green beans were seasoned perfectly. The Baked Chicken was so tender it fell off the bone. The mac and cheese was bomb, and the Banana Pudding and Strawberry cheesecake were a dream! The best part is this place is friendly on your wallet. Seriously some of the best take out I have ever had! I cant wait to order again and try the meatloaf. If you want a delicious homecooked meal that tastes like your grandma made it, this is the place to go.

  • Randy F
    4 week ago

    The maximum is five stars but I think this place and the people deserve much more! The food was extraordinarily good, I love this kind of food and finding this place took me way too long because I wish I had found it a year ago, I cannot emphasize enough how good this place really is. If you have not been here, you need to head there right now! I love good collard greens and they are very hard to find, Ginger doesn't like collards but I only got two small bites because she ate it all! That's how good it was!

  • Damon-Shannon Uhl
    1 month ago

    My oxtails fell off the bone/ greens and beans were wonderful. We were looking for a home cooked meal, definitely found it!

  • Bil Ped igo
    1 month ago

    Quaint spot down in Daytona. Food took a little long but was worth the wait. We got the baked chicken and beef stew. Baked chicken was cooked well. Yellow rice was great. Mac n cheese home made vibes. Baked beans were also good. Cornbread was moist and baked well. Beef stew was really good. Flavor town all over it. Mashed with gravy was good. Staff was really nice. Definitely going back highly recommended

  • Justin R
    1 month ago

    Very good food. The hush puppies were fantastic. Fried chicken had great taste and crisp. Meat loff was awesome, and the brown gravy was on point. Very small dining area in side just two tables. There are lots of tables outside, though. The bathroom is very small but neat and clean. Have no problem going back.

  • Shawn Williams
    2 month ago

    Very great place to get some great tasting soul food. They people was very friendly awesome service.

  • s
    3 month ago

    You know those tourist seafood places with their imported chefs ain't able to do it like a local. This spot hits. So good I didn't even think about a photo till I'd already dug into it. If you want flavor this place has it, with something available for everyone. A little wait, and if you call ahead you may have better results. The fried food was so good fresh out the fryer. Seafood with soul, now you know.

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