"Another great meal had by our group with very friendly servers and staff helping out the shrimp. Kebabs were fantastic. The Mexican corn salad was good. The best part was the dessert. I believe it was some kind of blueberry poundcake with all the blueberries down at the bottom, it was deliciousmuch success, and I will be back hopefully for the chili cook off."

"Third experience at the JBJ Soul Kitchen and every time, we are blown away by the quality of the food! Everything was awesome. We even had the chance to share our table with a very nice couple who were there for the first time. This concept of paying forward is amazing... we always pay double the suggested donation and bring home some souvenirs such as mugs but also the amazing spices and seasonings they use in the kitchen! If you've never been there, let me explain the concept. Everybody is welcome (their motto is All are welcome at our table) so whether you can pay or not, you're still welcome to get a good meal. Those of us who can afford to pay can pay the suggested donation but could also give more to pay the meal of somebody who can't pay. People who can't pay also have the option of volunteering at the restaurant (waiters, gardeners, etc.) in exchange for their meals. Fun fact: we first went in 2013 and a wonderful woman volunteering there took a photo of us. Her name was Gina... yeap, you can't make this up! When we went back last April, our waiter John told us Gina was still working there! Went back last September and guess what? We finally got our picture taken with her! We only visited JBJ Soul Kitchen in Red Bank, Monmouth, the Tom Rivers location is on our bucket list. It is worth the detour, just make sure you check the schedule as it is not opened all day, every day. This is not your regular restaurant, it is a place of kindness and compassion where you sometimes share your table with strangers and you're happy about it! This place makes you feel good!!!! And I can't understate enough the quality of the food, kuddos to the amazing executive chef Emily!"

"I can’t say enough about how wonderful this place is!! I have been wanting to go to a JBJ location and it finally worked out when I was in town for work. I showed up alone, they sat me with two wonderful new friends who work at another location. The food was wonderful, Gina was an amazing server and my heart was full! It’s truly good for the Soul. My grandfather used to tell stories of Jon visiting our hometown of Erie, Pa in the summers and hanging with his nephew. I don’t know if that’s true, but it’s a good family story :). He’s a local legend and love to see him and Dorothea doing so much good!"

"The experience was incredible. The purpose of the restaurant created by Jon and Dorothea is commendable, and the food is too! The soup appetizer was spectacular, as was the rigatoni! The only thing that managed to surpass the welcoming atmosphere and the incredible food was Moe's extraordinary service! Even though we're in Brazil, we'll be back!"

"Absolutely incredible experience at JBJ Soul Kitchen in Red Bank! We went today, and I can honestly say every single person we met was friendlier than the last — just when I thought, “There’s no way anyone could be kinder than this person,” the next one proved me wrong! The gentleman behind the counter went above and beyond — he gave our daughter crayons, a huge coloring book, and even a stuffed animal. He was so warm and polite. Then every staff member we interacted with — all volunteers, mind you — were just as kind and genuine. You could feel the love and care in everything they did. Our server, Moe, was the best — such a down-to-earth, cool person who made us all feel so welcome and cared for. And the food? Spectacular. Absolutely delicious. Every bite was full of flavor and made with love. This place isn’t just a restaurant — it’s a beautiful experience filled with heart, kindness, and amazing food. ❤️"