For down-home fare, go to down-home Mrs. White's Golden Rule Cafe. Elizabeth White has been dishing up fried chicken, pork chops, greens and mashed potatoes at this iconic soul-food spot for more than 40 years. The service is no-frills, the menu is written on the wall and it only takes cash. But the sweet-potato pie, meatloaf and chicken are what you’re there for. Just don’t go the day before your annual physical.

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