"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.

Accustomed to Houston hot chicken, Red Chickz and the like, I causally walked into Tumble 22 fully…read moreexpecting a fast casual, order at the counter experience. Boy was I surprised to be seated by a hostess only to glance around to find a bar, enclosed patio and semi open kitchen. Did the meal itself differ from its fast casual counterparts? Not by much, but the offerings were more robust. I love to see pie on the menu alongside shakes, and while Mac and cheese and fries are welcome, orange chicken, Korean spices, broccoli salad, collards and heavenly eggs are a welcome change of pace. Our first trip (dine in) was about a 4-5 star experience. I waiter was not the most attentive and the food took quite awhile but the experience was positive enough for me to return. The second trip was a drive thru experience and it was...not as pleasant. Our service wasn't the best, our attendant less than enthused to be doing their job. A matter of fact, I felt like I was bothering her by ordering. While my food was fine, my sandwich came without napkins and again the food (one sandwich) took quite awhile. I'm unsure if I'll return with so many options in the area, but I'm glad I experienced them twice!

Service was awesome. They were very welcoming and they stopped by often at the table. It was our…read morefirst time and they helped guide us through the choices. Broccoli salad tasted great, my chicken sandwich was moist and shoestring fries were crunchy! I really liked the dirty mac as the cheese was cheesy and the chicken sandwich was also really good. The sandwich looked squished but for the amazing price who cares as long as it taste right! I would absolutely come back. I hope they open more locations and into a bigger location for this one since it was busy!

Been coming to this location since it opened over 5 years ago as well as the other locations in the…read moreHouston market. While each location has been wonderful, my wife and I have always come back to the Cypress location not just for the great food but the waitstaff, management and cooks have been spot-on in everything that we have ordered whether we were in for just the two of us, our extended family as well as having our church group come in for food. We have had multiple different dishes and each one have been proportioned enough that we have taken leftovers home to enjoy later. The 2-3 times that there has been an issue with our order, the waitstaff and management went out of their way to make sure that everything was to our satisfaction. The Sunday Brunch is a must have with so many options from your normal brunch fair to the full menu. This restaurant is highly recommended as a go-to place for great food, atmosphere and enjoyability for whatever occasion that you might be having.

I come here at least once a month, and it never disappoints. I usually order a couple of drinks…read morealong with the appetizer special, and it's always a great choice. This is the perfect place to relax, unwind, and enjoy a laid-back atmosphere. I always choose to sit outside because it's the best spot to soak in the ambiance. If you're looking for a casual place to chill with good food, drinks, and a great vibe, I highly recommend giving this place a try.

I came on a Sunday with my daughter for a brunch. We were told the wait was 30 mins (which isn't…read morebad for brunch on a Sunday in Houston) but it moved much faster than that. I ordered the Oh My Grits bowl, and it was sooo delicious. I added chicken sausage, cheddar cheese, onions and potatoes. My daughter had the Wake up Burger with a sunny side up egg. She devoured it. I also ordered a Tequila Sunrise, It was a good price. Our waiter was Jaz. She's really sweet, attentive and friendly. I'm not a huge breakfast person so I asked her what she recommended, and she didn't disappoint! We will definitely be back.

Excellent service and food was great. Jazmyn took care of everything for us at our table.read more

The only bad news about this visit was learning that the owner will be closing this location at the…read moreend of February. I was immediately impressed with the sparkling clean interior, spicy warm aromas, and attractiveness of this restaurant. The lady working the front of the restaurant was polite and attentive. The food was wonderful. We started with beef, spinach, and chicken empanadas. Each had a crispy crust, savory filling and great dipping sauce. Next was the fish and shrimp with fried plantains... crunchy fried goodness. Our finale was the oxtail served with rice and peas, collard greens, and candied yams. Nothing beats a good serving of oxtails and these were good. I will have to visit their Missouri City location the next time I am in the mood for soul food in a Carribbean flair.

Looking for some Lat-Am/Caribbean food? Braised oxtails, plantains, empanadas... This is the spot…read more Comfort Foodies gave me comforts from "home." I'm not from the Dominican Republic, but I grew up eating this food, as a girl from Queens, who would eat at my friend's house, after school, and her abuela was always cooking the best home cooked rice and beans, and tender arroz con pollo. I drove out here about 40 minutes from Southwest Houston and was very happy with my meal! TY Comfort Foodies! Bonus mention-- the tres leches cake for dessert... YES. Get it. They also have a kids menu, and lunch specials. Yay for that! Not many places have it anymore!

OMG! I walked into a glass menagerie, wondering why my sister said I must go and try the Seafood…read morepasta. I found out. I ate the special they had on Father's Day' which was a Lobster/ Seafood pasta. My husband ate Steak that melted in your mouth. The food had such great flavor. It was the best pasta dish I have ever eaten. I would recommend this restaurant to everyone. I can't wait to go back!

I was craving pasta, so a friend and I decided to check out this spot in the Vintage Park area. It…read morewas a little tricky to find if you're new to the area, but it's located right across from El Tiempo. We visited around 8 pm on a Sunday, and the atmosphere was dressy casual. It wasn't overly crowded, so we were seated fairly quickly. We started with complimentary bread, which came out hot and was served with olive oil. It was delicious! Since I have a dairy sensitivity, it was a bit challenging to narrow down what to order. I ended up getting the Polpette, which normally comes with two giant meatballs and whole wheat spaghetti, but I substituted with the lamb meatballs because the original version contained cheese. Hindsight, I probably should have stuck with the original dish because I wasn't a fan of the lamb meatballs. That said, the overall flavor of the dish was still very good. If I return, I'd definitely be interested in trying something different from the menu.

I'm very fond of this burger spot. While on the pricier side, the location is convenient, the staff…read moreis friendly, the burger options are fun, and the menu has good variety overall. I like that they include calorie counts for their menu items, and sides of sauces are free! I went with the Wagyu Smash burger most recently and enjoyed how flavorful it was while still being easy to eat and not too messy. I had it with a side of truffle aioli and splurged with a Bananas Foster shake, which was a fun flavor and well made. I've had their fries and brussel sprouts in the past and those have always been delicious. Portion sizes are just right imo. The menu variety and the casual vibes make this an easy pick for group outings or repeat visits just to try something new. - Ambiance: 4/5 - Food: 4/5 - Service: 5/5

Remember when the Hipster Millennial Burger Joints trended on TikTok? Two guys with this crazy…read moreidea? Food served on metal trays, fries served either in a fryer basket or in this case...the metal mixing bowl? When I walked in this place, I swear I could hear "Little Talks" from Of Monsters and Men playing in my head. The decor of this place definitely lived up to the stereotypes! I got the Bacon Jam Burger with the Sweet Potato fries. The fries came with a sort of a dipping aioli. The food seemed pricey but worth every penny. The Sweet potato fries were amazing. Would definitely come back here for a burger and experience the early 2010's all over again.

Everything is amazing. The atmosphere is wonderful…read more Our service was impeccable, we had a server that was training someone aswell. Mister Rico, wholesome family feel always smiling lovingly every moment. Also, we have Mrs. Hermelinda, a wonderful woman understands family, life, and appreciation. We went crazy over the spinach dip, she worked her magic and helped us decide on the Lamb Chops. We couldn't stop there we got the chocolate lava cake. All I can add is melt in your mouth wonderful. There are so much more i cant wait to try. As a Houston born woman with and southern soul I cant get enough. That's all i can say.

Quotes just don't know how long I've been waiting for the opportunity to stop in and check them…read moreout. Better late than never, but dang- I wish I had come sooner! It was my birthday but I had a funeral to attend that afternoon. On this particular day, it also was raining, HORRIBLY, so I was really doubting that I would get a chance to do something later, but I decided to see how far Quotes was from the service. Depending on what time we got out, if there wasn't a repase, AND the weather giving me some grace, I would stop by for an early birthday dinner. Thankfully, Mother Nature gave me a break and let me and my Mom enjoy a nice late lunch at Quotes, which not only had delicious food but exceptional customer service. Soon as we came to the front door, it was opened for us to step inside. We were greeted and shown where we could keep our umbrellas if we felt comfortable leaving at the front door. The hostess lead us to a table and asked if the location was okay. Once more, when our servers, Diamond and Ty, came to our table for our drink orders, I was asked if we were celebrating anything. I mentioned my birthday and was later on surprised by a slice of cheesecake. I didn't have the space to even eat it because I was fat full from the food and drinks I had before dessert arrived! First off, we came at a great time because we were able to try their entrees at a discounted price. Even the drinks are discounted during the lunch hour except their signature and customer fav, the lemon drop, with good reason! The flair that it is presented to you is phenomonal, but the taste is exquisite. It was so smooth I had to slow down from drinking it. I'm usually not too big into drinking more than one drink, but it was my birthday and the drink was GOOD, so another round had to be had! I even tasted my Mom's drink to see if there was something else I should try. I ended up sticking with my Lemon drop and the second one did not disappoint. As far as the food, I did ask for suggestions on a few entrees. I ended up getting the fried catfish and grits while Mom ordered the shrimp tacos with a side of asparagus. Although Mom raved about her tacos and even stated she wish she could make them at home, the asparagus was salty to us. We did send it back and in response, Chef Trini came out personally to ensure the second make was to our liking, indicating that the blackened seasoning would be available on the side. Please tell Chef Trini that this was the best asparagus I EVER tasted. It was cooked to perfection and no seasoning what so ever needs to camofluage the fineese that Chef cooked it with. My entree was also delectable and delicious with the marriage of fried catfish and grits smoothered with creole crawfish sauce (say that three times)! I love my catfish fried hard and not salted to death. Quotes presented both and it intermingled with the grits graciously. I couldn't eat the entire entree because 1. It was a big portion and 2. We had enjoyed an appetizer, the spinach dip and cauliflower garlic bread. It is a MUST to have! We are spinach dip fans and Quotes not only has one of the best Spinach Dips I tasted in a long time, but the creativity of making cauiflower garlic bread is chef's kiss. You would not even think you were eating cauliflower. It minds me more of pita bread versus tradional thick garlic bread but the flavor is there and compliments nicely with the spinach dip. Both the appetizer and my entree not only made great evening and next day breakfast meals but tasted even better later and the next day. That's when you KNOW you've eaten some good food- it taste even better later. Even the bday cheesecake was insanely epic the next day. I can't say enough about Quotes. Great service and food as well as beautifully decorated space that truly leaves you inspired. Thank you Quotes- I will be back!