Elam Brothers II

4.4 ( 239 reviews )
Checking... 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM See Hours
$10–20
487 S Sanford St, Pontiac, MI 48341, United States
+1 248-334-1688
Elam Brothers II is a cherished gem in Pontiac, MI, known for its authentic soul food and family-run charm. Located at 487 S Sanford St, this casual eatery invites diners to enjoy hearty meals that evoke comfort and nostalgia. Highlights include the outstanding chicken, robust red beans and rice, and the much-praised shrimp dishes. Diners often leave raving over perfectly seasoned entrees, warm service, and delightful desserts like peach cobbler. With a wheelchair-accessible entrance and options for quick bites, Elam Brothers II caters to everyone—from solo diners to families looking for fulfilling comfort food in a welcoming atmosphere.

Amenities and More

  • Accessibility
    • Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Service options
    • Offers takeaway
    • Serves dine-in
    • No delivery
  • Highlights
    • Serves great dessert
  • Popular for
    • Popular for lunch
    • Popular for dinner
    • Good for solo dining
  • Offerings
    • Serves comfort food
    • Quick bite
    • Serves small plates
  • Dining options
    • Serves lunch
    • Serves dinner
    • Serves dessert
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
  • Crowd
    • Popular with tourists
  • Planning
    • Doesn't accept reservations
  • Payments
    • Accepts credit cards
    • Accepts debit cards
    • Accepts NFC mobile payments
  • Children
    • Good for kids
  • Parking
    • Free of charge street parking
    • Free parking lot
    • Plenty of parking

Reviews For Elam Brothers II

Yvette Benion
Apr 18,2025
I thoroughly enjoyed the food and ended up having it twice in a span of two weeks.
Keith Grizzard
Apr 12,2025
Food was delicious. My nephew ordered the ribs and only shared one piece with me. Someone should have told me about this ribs because I snuck another one. Delicious. My food was great too. It's a bit of a drive for me, but I'd make it again because the food was worth it!!!
Anthony walker
Mar 23,2025
We just got in from Grand Rapids MI and we wanted some real food not no food chain saw this place online. Let me tell you!!! we went here the woman at the counter made us feel like we was at the food was fresh and awesome I recommend it I ain’t gone lie
Nathanael Mulvihill
Mar 15,2025
Katrina at the counter is delightful and the people doing the cooking...wow. Chess cake! Masterpiece! And the two chili cheese burger lunch special with fries and a can of soda is a GREAT deal, not to mention delicious. There are tables to eat in but most get it to go. And I usually drive to one of the nearby riverside parks for a little picnic.
Maria Orosco
Mar 3,2025
This is my first time trying this place. It got recommended by one of my co-workers. It's a little hole in the wall. Family run shop, that first bite I took from that shrimp was amazing. Great service. I would recommend it.
Amanda Grooters
Mar 1,2025
The chicken is outstanding! The red beans and rice are the best I've had yet. The potato salad was super good too. Highly recommend this place.
Tamika Wright
Feb 13,2025
Delisssshhh!! Great soul food i enjoyed my catfish, Yams and macaroni . I ate every crumb. Please go check them out!!
Daniel Brewer
Jan 9,2025
I got the six bone meal with mac & cheese, spaghetti and cornbread and it was absolutely amazing. I can’t wait until I’m back in Pontiac hit this place up again. An added bonus was I got to meet the owners and they were awesome! They have a customer for life!

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