Lo-Lo's Chicken and Waffles Scottsdale

Larry White, known as Lo-Lo, started in the restaurant business bussing tables at his grandmother's soul food restaurant, Mrs. White's Golden Rule Cafe. On visits to Los Angeles he ate at Roscoe's, famous for chicken and waffles, and decided to open his own place with his grandmother's blessing. After working weekends for years he opened Lo-Lo's Chicken & Waffles in 2002, and a Scottsdale location followed in 2009.

The pairing

White points out that the chicken and waffle combination goes back to Wells Cabaret in Harlem in the 1920s, and the signature plates at Lo-Lo's carry that story forward. Combos are named for family and friends, and chicken and waffles are served all day, so a 9 AM table and a 6 PM table can both order the same plate.

Beyond the headline

The menu stretches to soul food and Southern comfort dishes: catfish, shrimp and grits, smothered chicken, chicken gizzards, collard greens and grits. Breakfast is served all day too, with chicken omelets and waffle sandwiches. The drink list includes house-made Kool-Aid, and banana pudding is on the dessert side.

Room and space

The Scottsdale restaurant on North Scottsdale Road covers about 5,400 square feet and can seat up to 240 people across a large indoor dining area, a full bar and an outdoor patio, which is why groups tend to choose it.

Common Questions

What are the hours?
Typically Monday to Friday 10 AM to 9 PM, Saturday 8 AM to 9 PM and Sunday 8 AM to 6 PM. Call 480-945-1920 to confirm.

Is chicken and waffles served all day?
Yes.

What else is on the menu?
Catfish, shrimp and grits, smothered chicken, collard greens and grits.

Who started Lo-Lo's?
Larry White, known as Lo-Lo, who opened the first restaurant in 2002.

Is there a patio?
Yes, along with a full bar and a large indoor dining area.