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Minority & Small Business Week
October 4, 2017
Business Starts with Soul Food
Young
entrepreneur
follows his
dreams
Famous Rob’s Soul Food, locat-
ed next door to the black Masonic
Lodge at North Mississippi and
Fremont is excited about bringing
soul food back to its roots.
Young entrepreneur and chef
Robert McDonald Jr. opened the
food cart in April, specializing in
making soul food favorites using
top ingredients, fresh produce and
farm raised meats.
“Our southern cuisine consists
of special home-made recipes that
will have you feeling like every
meal is Sunday dinner,” he said.
A former American Ninja War-
rior 2017 competitor, McDonald
strives to inspire the youth in the
community to strive for greatness.
His vision is to be a role model
to the youth and show them that
no matter your circumstances you
can overcome and do great things.
“My ultimate goal is to open a
Sweet Street Food Cart
15th and Alberta
call 503-995-6150 to place order
Mon. - Fri., 11:00am - 7:00pm • Sat. - Sun., 11:00am - 5:00pm
Wednesday Special: 3 Wings $2.00
Friday Special: Rib Sandwich, Beef or Pork, $4.00
photo by M ark W ashington J r ./t he p ortlanD o bserver
Robert McDonald Jr. is a young entrepreneur who utilizes the freshest, top quality ingredients to
make delicious southern cuisine from his Famous Rob’s Soul Food cart at 3503 N. Mississippi Ave.
His ultimate goal is to open a Soul Food lounge.
Soul Food lounge,” he said.
All dishes are made to order.
“We provide a friendly atmo-
sphere where our customers are
our top priority,” McDonald said.
“We aim to satisfy and have you
coming back for more.”
Famous Rob’s Soul Food also
does special catering events for
birthdays, weddings, holiday par-
ties, and any other event needing
food services. Located at 3503
N. Mississippi Ave., Famous
Rob’s Soul food is open Tuesdays
through Fridays, from noon to
8p.m. and Saturdays and Sundays
from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
For more information, or to
place an order, call 503-875-3018.
You can also email famousrobsca-
tering@gmail.com.