Gritz Cafe

Trina Jiles made history as the first Black woman firefighter of Clark County in 1996. She later went on to be an arson investigator. It was during this time that the idea of opening a restaurant came to her. Her sister owned a cosmetology school and space was available next door—leading to the opening of Gritz Cafe in 2008. The restaurant is so beloved for its soul food staples that it frequently attracts politicians passing through town, including former President Barack Obama, former Secretary of State Hilary Rodham-Clinton, and Vice President Kamala Harris. But people don’t go there to glimpse city leaders or national politicians—they go for the grits, which come with your choice of meat (bacon, hot links, catfish, shrimp, and more), toppings (eggs, cheese, grilled veggies), and your choice of bread (English muffin, biscuit, cornbread). Gritz Cafes also offers Southern soul food specialties, like Arkansas-style crispy Chicken Fried Steak and Georgia-style fried or grilled pork chops.
How to order: Walk-ins only. Order online or call 702-255-4748.for takeout.