Magnolia’s Contemporary Southern Bistro is good for your soul (Slideshow)

• Angela C. Bond
• The red-velvet waffles at Magnolia’s Contemporary Southern Bistro.

Magnolia’s Contemporary Southern Bistro (2932 Cherry) has shrimp and grits, collard greens and macaroni and cheese, but chef Shanita McAfee has made each dish her own in the former Cafe Seed space. In this week’s review, Charles Ferruzza found that her “stylish versions of classic soul dishes are nothing less than outstanding.” Click here or on the picture above for a slideshow. Photos by Angela C. Bond.