Welcome to Southern Blues - Hanover
At Southern Blues - Hanover, soul food is a heartfelt journey that resonates with warmth and flavor. Located in Hanover, MD, this inviting establishment serves up classic dishes like mouthwatering fried chicken, flavorful catfish, and delectable mac and cheese that leave patrons raving. Each meal encapsulates the essence of comfort, as seen in customer favorites like the surf and turf and veggie platter. The welcoming atmosphere, complemented by friendly service and a touch of rhythmic R&B, creates an experience that nourishes both the body and soul. Southern Blues is more than a restaurant; it's a community haven where every bite feels like home.
- 2659 Annapolis Rd STE E, Hanover, MD 21076 Hotline: (443) 679-4488
Welcome to Southern Blues - Hanover, a vibrant soul food haven nestled in the heart of Hanover, Maryland. Located at 2659 Annapolis Rd STE E, this gem brings the rich culinary traditions of the South to your plate, and you're in for a delightful experience that promises to warm both your heart and your palate.
At Southern Blues, the menu offers a glorious selection of dishes that pay homage to classic soul food. Whether you're in the mood for a savory Grilled Tilapia ($19.38) or adventurous enough to try the BBQ Beef Ribs ($25.75), there’s something for every taste bud. Their Fried Chicken is a crowd favorite, often praised for its crispy exterior and juicy tenderness, making it a must-try for every first-timer.
- Variety of Entrees: The menu features everything from BBQ Beef Ribs to Whole Rotisserie Chicken ($18.97). You can also indulge in their Fried Tilapia ($19.38) or explore vegetarian options with the Veggie Platter ($17.89).
- Comforting Accompaniments: Guests rave about the Mac and Cheese, perfectly balanced with a creamy sauce, and the delectably sweet Candied Yams, which pair beautifully to create a satisfying meal.
- Ambiance: The warm and welcoming atmosphere features a simple decor, with R&B melodies playing softly in the background, making it an ideal spot for a laid-back family dinner or a casual bite with friends.
Customer reviews echo the sentiment of food that not only satisfies hunger but also rekindles a connection to soul food’s roots. Erin S. describes her experience as “food that didn’t disappoint,” highlighting the stellar Mac and Cheese and Candied Yams. Meanwhile, Ej H. emphasizes the restaurant's commitment to community, noting their generous contributions to local schools.
In addition, many diners have shared their delight in discovering Southern Blues, such as Trudy T., who was pleasantly surprised by the abundant Surf n Turf combo, and Paula J., whose experience was described as “delicious” from start to finish.
As I savor the flavors at Southern Blues, I can’t help but feel a warm sense of nostalgia. It’s the kind of food that wraps around you like a comforting hug, infusing your day with genuine Southern hospitality. Their friendly staff further enhances the experience, ensuring that each visit is enjoyable. The Strawberry Lemonade and Half & Half beverages are the cherry on top, delightfully refreshing and perfectly balanced.
Whether you’re a local or just passing through, I wholeheartedly recommend paying a visit to Southern Blues - Hanover. Come hungry, leave happy, and prepare to experience soul food like never before. You won’t just enjoy a meal; you’ll embrace a moment of culinary bliss.

I ordered takeout and the food did not disappoint. The Mac and cheese had a perfect sauce-to-cheese ratio and the candied yams paired well with it. My stomach and my soul was satisfied by this meal.

This restaurant food is so good I will recommend the Fried chicken and mac&cheese not on are they a good restaurant they provided amazing food to a local school as a community let's support places that supports the communit.

Great soul food! I love their cabbage and my boyfriend loves their chicken box. I am gluten free so I typically either get the vegetable tray or baked fish. The sweet potatoes and potato salad were tasty as well. The staff is friendly and helpful and I always get to go but the ambience is clean and welcoming. I highly recommend!

Stopped here while in town for a quick dinner. Almost didn't go in because there's not a lot of tables and we didn't see the booths. Boy am I glad we decided to go back and look again! Yummy! Yummy! My family all got the surf n turf which was 2 pieces of fish and 2 chicken wings, 2 sides and a roll. Wow it was a lot of food! It was served piping hot! I got the veggie platter with cabbage, potato salad, candied yams and mac n cheese. Everything was good. I wash they had boneless chicken breast. There was no boneless meat. The staff were friendly and very helpful. I met another customer whose name was Charles. It was his first time too but his friends recommend it. I told him if it wasn't good I would come looking for him. Rest easy Charles! I approve it wholeheartedly.

I chose Southern Blues for dinner from a Google search for restaurants near me. The pictures of the food and decor looked good. They were accurate! The food was delicious! My fish was fried fresh, the Mac and cheese was amazing and the collard greens were cooked perfectly. Service was also very good! From the nice young man who took my order to the sunny personality young woman who brought my food out!

Entered the location with my family after a fried chicken craving. The setting was simple a few booths and chairs. R & b played in the background while we waited. Service was great, friendly and patient as we picked our selections. We all ordered the fried chicken leg quarter meal. Sides we tried were Mac n cheese, collard greens, mash potatoes with turkey gravy and french fries. All meals came with a small corn bread that was moist & not super sweet. The Mac n cheese was gooey, the collard greens were in a great broth, the gravy and mash were so tasty. Family was definitely happy with the chicken and would love to try more so can't wait to go back!

This place was absolutely DELICIOUS...I mean the flavors of the food were on point...nothing was lacking seasoning and nothing was overly seasoned...it's a joy to have an actual SOUL FOOD spot in the area that actually has DELICIOUS food...the service was amazing in all ways for sure...the lady behind the counter was very knowledgeable on the menu items and was very friend as well...it's very chill, laid back and CLEAN inside this establishment... That Strawberry Lemonade & Half & Half(PHENOMENAL) my goodness! 10/10 for me and I definitely RECOMMEND