"Celebrating Mama Bear" 04-18-26…read more My family and I visited Cutten Kitchen together for the first time, and we absolutely loved it. My eldest sister was the one who searched for places to celebrate our mother's birthday, and she definitely picked a winner. She felt like this would have been a restaurant our mom would have truly enjoyed if she were still here on this earth, and she got it right. Let me count the reasons why Mama would have loved this restaurant: the aesthetics, the well-seasoned food, the lively vibe, the soulful energy of the atmosphere, and the wonderful customer service. Upon arrival, we were greeted by the hostess, Victoria, whose professionalism and mannerisms were spot on. She was so friendly and welcoming. She held the door open for us when we entered, and she even held it open again when we left. Our server, Daniella, matched that same level of professionalism. She was not intimidated or nervous by our group at all. She greeted us warmly, introduced herself, and took our drink and appetizer orders with ease and confidence, which let me know she knew exactly what she was doing. She also offered great drink suggestions that we really enjoyed. I do not want to bore you with a long, drawn-out review, so I'll keep this part simple. The atmosphere is welcoming, with music playing at a nice medium volume through the overhead speakers. The dining room is extremely spacious and clean. Food Ratings: Fried Catfish/Shrimp Platter - 4/5 Both were fried to perfection, with nice crunchy edges and a soft, succulent, meaty texture inside. However, it was a bit too salty for my health. Fried Fish and Grits Platter - 5/5 My younger sister said she could taste the authenticity of Black culture in the well-seasoned grits and she enjoyed them. The CK Burger - 5/5 My son said this burger was delicious, and he tore it up too! The CK Patty Melt - 5/5 My eldest sister said it was delicious and felt like it melted in her mouth with every bite. Salmon Bites Appetizer - 5/5 Fried to perfection and surprisingly not too salty. Fried Plain Wings/Lemon Pepper Wings/French Fries - 5/5 Everything was served piping hot and extra crispy. Deviled Eggs Appetizer - 5/5 Everyone around the table loved these babies. My eldest sister said she did not care too much for the fried chicken tender on top, but overall, they were still a hit. Dirty Rice - 1/5 Too salty and too greasy for my liking. It also lacked the authenticity I was hoping for. Mac and Cheese - 5/5 According to my daughter, the mac and cheese was a 5/5. However, it did have a spicy kick, so my son gave it a 4/5. If you like spicy mac and cheese, then you will probably love theirs. Collard Greens - 5/5 This item stole the show for me. The collard greens were delicious, not too salty, and seasoned just right. Here's the shocker: instead of using pork in their collards, they used turkey neck. I was genuinely impressed because a lot of people believe pork is the only way to get that deep, flavorful taste in greens, but Cutten Kitchen proved otherwise. Blueberry Lemon Drop - 5/5 This drink may seem girlie, but it hit like a man. Sitting Sideways Cocktail - 5/5 This one hits just right and gives you a nice little buzz. Pineapple Upside Down Crown - 4/5 It was a little too sweet and did not have enough liquor for me, but it was still delicious after I poured an extra shot of Crown in it. Overall, Cutten Kitchen is an upbeat, lively, and soulful establishment that offers some of the best Southern cuisine in the area. I highly recommend this place if you love authentic soul food, great customer service, and a vibrant atmosphere. FYI: Parking is plentiful, but it would probably be best to make a reservation beforehand. I have heard this place can get packed.

I came here on a Saturday with my family. The restaurant wasn't overly packed, but our waitress was…read morevisibly overwhelmed and swamped the entire time. She was pleasant and did her best, but it took a very long time for her to take our order, and the food took an equally long time to arrive. As for the food, it was a mixed experience. The lamb chops were actually very good and were probably the highlight of the meal. However, everything else fell short. The salmon bites were disappointing, and overall the food seemed to be lacking seasoning and flavor. The cornbread was another letdown. The only sweetness came from the glaze on top--the actual cornbread itself tasted more like a plain muffin with no sweetness or flavor of its own. I ordered the breakfast sampler with grits and eggs, but the grits that were served were heavily seasoned, dark Cajun-style grits rather than the traditional white grits most people expect with a breakfast plate. When I asked about it, I was told that's the only type of grits they serve. If that's the case, there should be a disclaimer on the menu because "grits and eggs" typically implies traditional breakfast grits, not the style usually served alongside dishes like shrimp and grits or catfish and grits. My husband ordered the lamb chops and eggs, my son had the chicken and waffles, and we also shared the salmon bites and cornbread. Unfortunately, aside from the lamb chops, nothing really stood out in a positive way. Considering the amount we spent, I left disappointed. While the staff was friendly and doing their best under the circumstances, the long wait times and lack of flavor in most of the food made the experience underwhelming. I would not return.

Well after several visits I can't seem to understand why getting hot biscuits and gravy seems to be…read morea damn issue. Today even after sending back twice to place in microwave, food at best was slightly warm. Cooks need to get their shit together.

Solid local diner not too far from our hotel near the Houston Airport (IAH). My husband had the…read moreSouth of the Border skillet and I had a chorizo omelet. We enjoyed both. I opted for grits instead of potatoes with my omelet. They served a bowl, not a cup grits, which I could not finish. The grits were really good. The service was great and coffee refills plentiful. The ambience was typical of a a clean, well run family diner. Bathrooms were clean and the restaurant was clean and orderly. We would come back if ever in the area. Prices were reasonable, less than most diners in the North Eastern US. I was so hungry at the time that I forgot to take photos.

Houston This Is It Soul Food was absolutely EXQUISITE! The food reminded me so much of my late…read moremother's cooking, true Southern cooking at its very best. The portions were generous, and everything was full of flavor. Cam was a wonderful host, and she is hilarious too! We also had the pleasure of meeting the owner, Mr. Craig, who was gracious and a joy to speak with. Great food, great people, and a truly memorable experience. We will definitely be back!

This is a huge restaurant in front of Walmart that looks like it doubles as a night club. They do…read morehave a stage in the middle rear of the dining room, afterall. I visited for lunch on a weekday where they have daily specials which save a few dollars off of the regular price. Upon reaching the steam table their digital display still had the previous days entrees, so I had to wait to get up to the counter to see the selection for the day which consists of 6-7 entrees. With the regular meals, you receive an entree, 2 sides, rice and cornbread. They offer tea, Pepsi products and for alcohol, it's beer, wine and daiquiris. They have loud r&b music playing in the background. I chose the "red" meatloaf (they have brown or red sauce), collards and Mac n cheese. Keep in mind they serve your food and drinks in to go packaging, regardless of whether you dine in, or get it to go. Food portions are large too. The meatloaf portion I received was large, delicious and juicy. The slice was around 2 inches thick. The mac n cheese was good, and actually ended up being my favorite item. The collards are pretty typical with a lot of vinegar and cooked for a long time. Below the meatloaf was a base of white rice and brown gravy which is basically a filler. You receive 2 cornbread muffins, which I don't really eat but I ate a couple bites and they are pretty sweet. The owner/manager was friendly and greeted me while in line, stopped by my table to check on me, and even said goodbye as I was leaving.

Fresh made to order whole wings. Visited this restaurant after 5pm on a Friday was not busy at all…read morethe bathrooms were clean and smelled nice which is always a good sign in my opinion. 10-15 minute wait for food but didn't mind because my wings were fried fresh hot and delicious! Whole wings no too big not too small straight cut fries piping hot and the corn nuggets were also good. Will be back

We stumbled upon JJ Fish and Chicken during a bike ride and were pleasantly surprised. The space is…read morepretty large for a fast-food spot, and they were kind enough to let us bring our bikes inside since there was nowhere to lock them up outside. Inside, there are a few large, square tables, and ordering is easy either at the counter or via a kiosk. We ordered the 12-piece leg and thigh chicken (the menu said 5 legs and 5 thighs... because math is hard ) with lemon pepper and Cajun seasoning. It came with fries that had a seasoning on them as well. The chicken was served in a big aluminum tray, and the seasonings were dry powders rather than sauces. The chicken itself was crispy and pretty good overall. Service was friendly, and the restaurant was clean.

Matt had our table and we had great service and the drinks kept coming. The food was hot hot on the…read moreway to the table.

3seventeen has become our go to spot after moving to the area. The food is good, the atmosphere is…read morealways on point. Our server Matt always takes very good care of us! Definitely have and would recommend to any who loves good food and a good time!

Not taking anything away from the original spot on FM 1960 Rd, but love this location better. This…read moresecond location which I do come often is not nearly as busy as the original one. Food doesn't seemed rush and portion on plates are a decent amount. I'll keep coming here. The older lady from Trinidad that works here in the front is the soul here when you walk in. She always gives a good welcoming.

She made my food to order and it was so flavorful! Very kind service and the restaurant feels like…read morea family invited you for dinner at their home.

Came here by recommendation and so happy I did. Such a pleasant surprise. The staff is so friendly…read moreand welcoming. The restaurant is so clean and freshly decorated. There is a small bar area or tables to enjoy. The food was seasoned well cooked to perfection. You receive a large portion with two sides. I will be back to try everything from this black owned business.

Blaze Bistro has potential to become a good soul food spot, but there are quite a few kinks that…read moreneed to be worked out. It starts with the customer service, which wasn't very welcoming and didn't create the warm hospitality you'd expect from a soul food restaurant. The menu offers plenty of options, which is always a plus, but unfortunately the dishes I tried missed the mark. The fried chicken tasted like it had been cooked in old grease, leaving an unpleasant aftertaste. The rice was extremely hard, almost as if it had been sitting for days. The yams had a nice flavor but were too watery. The macaroni and cheese was disappointing because the noodles were overcooked and mushy, and the greens could have used more seasoning Also it was extremely hot dont think the AC was on not sure if it was out they had a fan on but wasn't satisfying enough in the Texas Heat

When we pulled up all I heard was HEYYYY with a wave and a big ass smile! I was surprised to see…read morethem on 1960. Yay for me because it's hittin and close to home!! Today we got the Catfish Fluffy. It has cajun rice, a HUGE piece of fried catfish, topped with crawfish and sausage, and broccoli on the side. Everything tastes good af! Fish fried hard just like I like it! Next time we will try that oatmeal pie funnel cake. I see people in the reviews talking about the price. What do you expect when you are getting crawfish AND a piece of fish that covers the plate corner to corner? It's well worth the money! I was only able to get 1 pic before I started eating. Go check them out for yourself at the food truck park on 1960.

I have been trying for months to get to this food truck. They have multiple addresses online that I…read morehave gone to during their very limited hours and they are never there. I'm starting to think this food truck doesn't even exist. Also if you try to call they won't ever pick up the phone. Don't even waste your time.