Ruthie’s on Tryon, Charlotte

What services does your business offer and what makes your business stand out from the competition?
We are a three generation family owned restaurant serving authentic soul food; as well your favorite soul food items with a twist that include items like a variety of Mac & Cheese melts, and collard green quesadilla.

What was the inspiration to start or run this business?
Over 50 years ago my mother, Ruthie open her first restaurant in Brooklyn; Bringing her Southern Authentic Dishes to New York. My mother and I always wanted to expand. Keeping my promise to her in 2013 I opened my food truck Ruthie’s of Charlotte; Now we have just recently opened a restaurant.

What do you love most about your job?
I love when a customer eats the first bite and it just shows on their face how good the food is.

What is the best reaction you've ever gotten from a customer?
One customer said “The truth is this was the BEST D*** sandwich I’ve ever had in my life, that was like heaven in my mouth I swear; I have been blessed.”