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About River City Soul

River City Soul is a welcoming restaurant in Demopolis, Alabama, offering a comfortable setting for everything from a relaxed solo meal to lunch or dinner with friends and family.

Known for its casual, cozy, quiet, and trendy atmosphere, the restaurant provides a versatile dining experience with dine-in seating and table service, as well as brunch, lunch, dinner, catering, and dessert options.

Guests can enjoy a meal at their own pace while benefiting from fast service and the convenience of a bar on site and restroom facilities.

The menu and beverage selection are designed to suit a variety of tastes and occasions. River City Soul serves local specialties alongside healthy options and small plates, with choices that include coffee, beer, cocktails, alcohol, happy-hour drinks, and happy-hour food.

Customers can also look forward to great cocktails and great desserts, making it easy to enjoy a complete dining experience in one location. For added convenience, the restaurant offers kerbside pickup, delivery, and takeaway, helping guests enjoy its food whether they are dining in or eating elsewhere.

Accessibility and payment convenience are important parts of the River City Soul experience. The restaurant features a wheelchair-accessible car park, entrance, seating, and toilet. Customers can pay using credit cards, debit cards, or NFC mobile payments.

Located at 1621 US-43, Demopolis, AL 36732, River City Soul has earned a strong customer rating of 4.80 out of 5 based on 162 reviews. To learn more, place an order, or plan a visit, call +1 334-289-0139.

★★★★★ 4.80 rating (162 reviews)
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River City Soul interior
Est. Local Favorite

A Taste of Tradition

Welcome to a place where great food meets warm hospitality. We believe dining is more than just a meal - it's an experience to be savored and shared.

Our kitchen is dedicated to creating dishes that bring people together, using recipes that honor tradition while embracing innovation.

  • Fresh Daily Specials
  • Private Dining Available
  • Catering Services
  • Takeout & Delivery

Guest Reviews

Hear from our valued guests

L J

L J

8 months ago

To the manager and staff of RCS, the members of the 287th Trans Co want to thank you for the service you provided at our 12 Dec dinner. The waitresses were courteous, patient and friendly! The food was excellent!! There were at least 50 guests and we ordered off the menu and we had our food in a reasonable amount of time (hot). We also appreciated that you closed the restaurant for us. We hope to make this a yearly event at your establishment. Again, we want to say thank you!

Arthur Ala

Arthur Ala

2 years ago

We had just finished maintenance at 3 sites in small towns in West AL near MS line. All we wanted was a steak dinner near our hotel in Demopolis. Well, the restaurants recommended by a few of our customers were closed on Mondays!! We sat in a parking lot searching keyword "steak" and about 13th down the list appeared "River City Soul". I am so glad I found this place at the last minute! This place will not disappoint you. Great selection of food and drinks. Nice atmosphere with courteous and attentive staff. I order the Ribeye med.rare and it was cooked perfectly. I found out later the owner Tommy had cooked our steaks. Do not pass up the chance to try RCS!!

Terri McKinzie

Terri McKinzie

7 months ago

This gem of a restaurant was extraordinarily delicious. Being from Texas, I have to say the rib steak I had tonight was more delicious than Anywhere and I have tried many places around the country and surpassed my favorite steakhouses in Texas! My husband was equally pleased with his grilled pork chops. The owner actually prepared our food and the flavors he used were amazing! This is a five star restaurant. The owner was gracious and did many extra things to make this a fine restaurant. I thought of casual home-syle food when I saw soul food. I was wrong. This is a fine restaurant with exceptional food. The sides were also great. The hot rolls were scratch made and so fresh, warm and tasty! We talked to the owner and they have a buffet for lunch which is quite reasonable. I feel he is priced reasonably for what he serves. The atmosphere is relaxed and very friendly and he even has relaxing jazz which gives it ambience. It is my new favorite go-to place in Demopolis. Come try it. You won't be sorry. Customer service and satisfaction is key to this fine establishment. I see they also cater. I think Tommie's restaurant can surpass many 5 star restaurants. Since I haven't eaten at all of them, I can't say all. But I can say it's the best I've eaten. His heart is in this business. So give it a try.

Preston Jennings

Preston Jennings

month ago

I wish they had a location in Prattville AL. Delicious and it’s ready when you walk in with 2 meats and multiple sides. Thank you River city Soul!

Joe Watts

Joe Watts

month ago

Nice place with good quality food and reasonable prices. Owner was out front greeting g people before getting back into the kitchen to cook. Unpretentious food, quick, and a varied menu. We ate from the steam table.

Edkesha Anderson

Edkesha Anderson

2 years ago

We weren’t sure what to expect but were pleasantly surprised. Due to the holiday, my family decided to patronize a local establishment and we picked a great location. River City Soul is close to the outskirts of town but is located in an easily accessible location. There is plenty of parking. My only suggestion would be to have a larger sign that will bring more visibility from the roadway. Upon entering, I felt like I was under dressed as the establishment is very nicely decorated with soft jazz playing in the background but the staff was accommodating and did not mention any type of dress code. I was with a party of 11 and we were seated very quickly. The service was great given our party size. I can’t even begin to discuss the food. There were so many choices. The wing special was the highlight for the majority of my family. We also ordered the grilled shrimp dinner and the rib plate dinner. Everything was cooked perfectly. Very well seasoned and plated well. We could not have asked for a better holiday meal. I will definitely visit often when I’m in town visiting family. I highly recommend. Great place for families or even for an intimate date with your significant other. You will not be disappointed.

Marilyn Asher

Marilyn Asher

year ago

If you are traveling through or you are lucky enough to live nearby, this is your destination for fine soul food dining. Do not miss this restaurant. Hands down the best shrimp and grits. Our party also enjoyed the chopped steak with gravy and extra grilled onions as well as the hamburger. We had the pleasure of meeting the Chef and I look forward to my next trip through Demopolis, Mississippi.

Linda Harden

Linda Harden

6 months ago

My husband and I ate at River City Soul tonight and it was amazing! The staff was so friendly and attentive. We had their bruschetta which was lovely and so tasty. I ordered the shrimp and grits and he ordered the salmon fresca. Both were wonderful and beautifully plated as well. If we lived closer this would definitely be on our dinner out rotation.

Atlay Phillips

Atlay Phillips

9 months ago

Old review that didn't get posted, maybe 6-8 months ago. Again, I must say that this place never disappoints! The steak was cooked med/well, it was so tender and juicy, I used the plastic knife on my steak without having to use any pressure. Lawd Hammercy😋 The hamburger steak was seasoned to perfection, and the gravy was just right. The salmon was reported to be delectable (I don't eat it), and the hamburger was even cooked to perfection! I didn't mention the sides. Just look for yourself!! He webt above and beyond when I called back to inquire about changing my side item. Tommie and this crew are aimed to please, and well pleased is my overall experience. Thank you, River City Soul, for another great dinner decision. Did I mention that this was a carry -out? It makes the review even better 😉

chelsey neal

chelsey neal

3 months ago

A group of us went to AL to see Morgan Wallen, we ended up in Demopolis and it was late, was our first night arriving from Arkansas. We debated about going into a restaurant so late, we’ve worked in food service so we know it’s a blessing and a curse at the same time. To say the family that runs this establishment went above and beyond is an understatement! We felt welcomed, not rushed, and the food. Ya’ll the FOOD! Was an experience! It was hot, fresh, the bruschetta was some of the best I’ve had to date, the chicken tender plate for the kids was out standing, I ordered the Salmon Fresca and I will dream of this dish and how I can recreate it at home. Everyone’s food was on point. The staff was amazingly friendly and kind. We left full and ready for a restful night sleep because we had the food-itis (when the food is so good it puts you in a coma). Thank you for the food and company! Next time we are in town or somewhere near we will be back!

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Business Features

Highlights & Amenities

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet

Service options

  • Kerbside pickup
  • Delivery
  • Takeaway
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Fast service
  • Great cocktails
  • Great dessert
  • Serves local specialty

Popular for

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Coffee
  • Happy-hour drinks
  • Happy-hour food
  • Healthy options
  • Small plates
  • Spirits
  • Vegetarian options
  • Wine

Dining options

  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Catering
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service

Amenities

  • Bar on site
  • Restroom

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy
  • Quiet
  • Trendy

Crowd

  • Family friendly
  • Groups
  • LGBTQ+ friendly
  • Tourists

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments

Children

  • Good for kids
  • High chairs

Parking

  • Free parking lot
  • Free street parking
  • Plenty of parking

Visit Us

We look forward to welcoming you. Make a reservation or stop by - walk-ins welcome!

Location

1621 US-43, Demopolis, AL 36732, United States

Reservations

+1 334-289-0139

Hours

Open Now · Saturday 10:30 AM-2 PM, 5-9 PM
Wednesday 10:30 AM-2 PM
Thursday 10:30 AM-2 PM, 5-9 PM
Friday 10:30 AM-2 PM, 5-9 PM
Saturday 10:30 AM-2 PM, 5-9 PM
Sunday 10:30 AM-4 PM
Monday Closed
Tuesday Closed
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