La'wan's was my introduction to real southern soul food. It was great and is still great. They offer seven different daily specials that come with two side and a drink. In addition to the daily specials, there are weekly specials by the day of the week, that are also accompanied by two sides and a drink. \n\nMac n' cheese like I've never had on the west coast. (hence my intro to soul food) It isn't just a straight creamy mac, but it still has chunks of cheese and is quite stiff, greasy and oh so tasty. They also offer other traditional southernsides; collard greens, black eyed peas, applesauce (for pork chops), green beans, etc. Gizzards and Fried livers too. \n\nFried chicken here isn't traditional. They use like an herb \"shake n bake\" esque type batter, then fried. Quite tasty nonetheless. \n\nFor those of you who haven't been here, I guess I'll let the secret out. \nThis establishment has won many \"hoodie awards\" given out by the Steve Harvey morning show. It is very eclectic with a wide range of customers  ranging from suits and ties to everyday laborers. \n\nLa'wans is one of my bi-weekly lunch options and I highly recommend it to anyone who appreciates good home style cooking.\n\n--WARNING-- Do not get the smothered pork chops for lunch. You will be comatose! You have been warned. ;)