Jeri's Love on a Plate (Market Plaza)

Jeri’s Love on a Plate at Market Plaza radiates an unpretentious Southern warmth, the kind that draws locals and newcomers into its sunny embrace. Slide into a well-worn patio chair under the Florida sun and you’ll catch snippets of laughter from families, out-of-towners, and regulars swapping stories over café con leche and Gouda grits. Step inside and the eclectic art, bright light, and hum of conversation give it that open-arms neighborhood feel—a world away from the moody, windowless Midtown outpost. Here, the kitchen puts heart on display: pimento cheese spread arrives creamy and sharp, collard greens are reimagined in Ron's Collard soup with unexpected flavor punches, breakfast is served any time you crave comfort. Staff make you feel like you belong, quick with menu wisdom or a patient ear for special requests. Jeri’s isn’t just a spot to eat; it’s where Tallahassee’s diverse communities gather for soulful brunches, easy lunches, or quiet moments on the patio—each plate a little love letter to Southern hospitality.