Movies like Soul Kitchen

While an animated feature, Ratatouille shares Soul Kitchen's celebration of culinary arts and personal aspiration as it follows an unlikely chef – a rat. Its humor and uplifting message are sure to charm those who appreciated the humorous and warm-hearted nature of Soul Kitchen.

Julie & Julia engages viewers with its dual narrative of Julia Child's culinary career and a young woman's quest to cook her way through Child's recipes. The film, like Soul Kitchen, highlights the transformative power of cooking and food.

This documentary focuses on the life and work of Jiro Ono, an esteemed sushi chef, which mirrors the dedication to the culinary arts demonstrated in Soul Kitchen. While a different format, it provides a real-world insight into the passion behind creating exquisite dishes.

Big Night centers on two brothers running an Italian restaurant and their efforts to save it with one special meal. Its focus on the struggles of maintaining a culinary business and the charming performances will resonate with fans of Soul Kitchen.

Waitress presents a story of personal discovery and the magic of food as a waitress hopes to change her life by winning a pie contest. Its blend of drama, romance, and quirky characters offers a similar tone to that found in Soul Kitchen.