I finally came to this country cooking spot after originally wanting to come nearly 10 yrs ago. I ordered the fried cheese sticks, large chicken fried steak with a loaded baked potato, and added a cup of soup of the day (chicken and dumplings). Rolls and cornbread are brought to the table when you first sit down. Nothing really special with either the roll or cornbread. They give you 2 different types of margarine (spread), so it's not real butter which I didn't like. The cheese sticks tasted like many other places. I asked for ranch as my dip and found this dish to be average. The breading is very thick and they're probably not homemade. The cup (of soup) is more like a small bowl in size. It could easily be shared by two people. As far as the dumplings, they were a little on the runny side for my taste. I still ate them all, but I've had better. The chicken fried steak was the star of the show and my favorite item by far. The small comes with one steak, while the large comes with two. I ate one there and took the 2nd home for lunch the next day. Delicious and easily one of the better CFS in the Houston area. I didn't really care for the potato. How do you mess up a perfectly good baked potato? Just put a bunch of margarine on it of course. My palette is used to butter, so it just tasted off to me. The service was attentive and friendly. One of the owners (cook) actually delivered the entree to the table, so it's a very family-oriented restaurant. I will be back to try their fresh ground burgers or another delicious CFS. read more

10/10 food 10/10 service 10/10 EVERYTHING!!! this place is "The Place". I would 100% recommend and will go here a lot more often. read more

Nice country atmosphere and good attentive service. The food was pretty good, but I would of liked to see homemade dressings, homemade croutons and maybe a homemade bread selection. I ordered the fajita chicken salad which i took a risk on since this is more of a country cooking type of place, but I was pleasantly surprised at how much I liked it. No dressing needed! My dinner date had fried catfish and it was perfectly fried and not overly greasy. I will definitely go back. Plus the prices are awesome! read more

Had a cravin' for some Chicken Fried Steak. I've driven by many times but never stopped. It did not disappoint. Seated immediately. Quick appetizers and drinks followed by a perfectly cooked CFS with great sides. Gonna be stopping more often. read more

Every time I've been they've always had really good costumer service, and the food is always on point!

Yummy food great service great energy I couldn't ask for better very much recommend this place to anyone wanting a great food experience.

We first visited Neal's before the reboot. Mr. Neal himself is a pretty interesting character. But we found the food bland and did not go back. I just tried it again for lunch recently--had one of their specials on the board, a fried pork steak with sides and dessert included. Got grilled zucchini and mashed potatoes for the sides. The service was first-rate throughout--polite and attentive. The restaurant was pretty empty but I've eaten in empty places before and not gotten good service so I don't take it for granted. The fried pork steak is really chicken fried pork loin, served with cream gravy. And it's quite good, nice and tender with a very crunchy, flavorful outside. There's enough seasoning in the gravy and breading to notice--mostly salt, but that's fine. I would order chicken fried steak here. The zucchini was OK, it had some seasoning and a little texture left. The mashed potatoes were interesting. They are real (I asked), but they are so smooth that they eat like a good box mix. So if you like box mix (and I know some people do) then you would be OK with these real ones too. I ate them but would probably get something else. For dessert I had the banana pudding, and it was a very good finish--sliced bananas and a cookie (not a nilla wafer, something else) all together. Everything is served at once (even though the waiter was attentive and refilled my drink twice), but the bowl kept the pudding from warming up too much. This puts it back on my list as a place to think about. If a group wanted this kind of food I would suggest Neal's over Cotton Patch, even though they don't have chicken fried bacon. read more

Very happy that this establishment has been restored to it's former glory of when it first opened many years ago. Our server was Sue and she was very friendly and patient with us. (We took forever to choose an entree!) Her service was friendly and prompt, but not intrusive. Hubby and I started out with appetizers. The Fried Zucchini was perfect; Hot, crisp, yet tender on the inside and the Stuffed Cream Cheese Jalapenos were tasty; crispy exterior with a creamy center. Hubby enjoyed the Mushroom Burger with fries. The only thing he wasn't fond of was that the fries were greasy and soggy at the bottom of the pile. The rest were fine and crisp. I had the BBQ Sliced Beef Plate with a stuffed baked potato. The brisket was a little dry, but very tender and tasted good; the sauce was good and tangy, and the potato was large and stuffed well with cheese, green onion and sour cream- but could have been a little hotter. We ordered Blackberry pie to go. I grabbed a taste after I snapped the pic and it is good! The new owner Hector came around to see and introduced himself and asked if everything was to our liking during our meal. We told him how glad we were that Neal's was back! We are looking forward to returning. read more

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Enjoyed a good lunch here. I liked that they have daily specials. I had the fried pork steak with gravy. It was delicious. I had a choice of three sides or two sides and a dessert. I chose the dessert. Had a banana pudding. It was small but tasty. read more

I write this review feeling very disappointed in Neal's for what they thought might be a good advertising idea. They had someone drive around in our neighborhood and use black electrical tape to tape up at least 18 flyers/menus to every mailbox. I politely asked the young man to not do that and please go take them down and he said he would but yet I watched him drive away and leave the subdivision. I did call Neal's to voice y frustration and while the young lady said she would take care of it, she didn't seem to interested in hearing my displeasure. I like thinking out of the box for marketing and advertising, but when it makes a place look trashy it isn't a good idea. The food is pretty good and I enjoy it there, but this was very disappointing! read more

The Original Neal's Restaurant - American Near Me - Spring, Texas

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Nice place, decent food. Just basic. Staff was friendly. That's all I have to say about that... read more

We are big fans of the reboot of Neal's. We eat lunch here occasionally on Friday's, every meal has been good. Neal's recently catered a large function for us. I must say, they did an amazing job with the food and delivery. The oven roasted turkeys might have been the best I've ever had from a restaurant. Keep it up! read more

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When you need downhome food at a reasonable price head to Neal's. The employees are friendly and make you feel like family. The specials from 11 to 3 on weekdays include delicious dessert. They also make the best ranch dressing! Give it a try. read more

We went there New Years Eve at 6pm. First time and wanted to try the place since my Dad had suggested the place for awhile. It wasn't very busy. We were seated fast and took our order. The fried mushrooms were very tasty! I got the Chicken fried steak. My Wife the fried catfish, and our two kids got grill cheese and grilled chicken breast. The Food was awesome and tasty. And my Son tried Chicken fried steak and the fried mushrooms for a first time which was a shock. Both our kids are autistic and extremely picky on foods. The prices are reasonable and the food delicious. We will be back! read more

Definitely something you don't want to miss. Tucked away on 2920, here lies some of the best home style southern cooking you can ask for. The food is always fresh, and I have never ordered anything bad here, especially for the price. Service is personal and always top notch, and I feel like you never have to ask for anything. Favorite meal has got to be the steak! The chefs are on point with temperature and the choices for your additional sides round the meal out for the best price! Don't miss this place! read more

Service is horrible. We Waited 20 min sitting by ourselves on opposite side of restaurant where no other customers where at. We were told to go that way even though all other customers were in main dining room. Yep we got up and left. read more

ordered chicken baked potato, it was good the mozarella sticks in the other hand were amazing read more

The food and services there are so good. I can't believe I never went there until recently! Now I order at least once a week. The chicken fried steak and buttermilk pecan pie are my go-to!!! read more

Their chicken fried steak is so good! I like how it's not extremely breaded. They're super affordable for home cooked meals and their peach cobbler is so bomb! read more

I went here last week with my family and we had a great time. The waiter was great and the food was okay, unfortunately my husband found a crunched up cockroach in his soda. We assume it was from the ice machine, but still it was very disgusting. When we told the waiter he just said, "Um I'm sorry?" I believe this place has really gone down hill and will not be back after this experience. read more

Just out getting my windshield replaced and needed a place to eat close by. So glad Neals restaurant was near by. It was a wonderful place and great experience. Oh and those mozzarella sticks were to die for. Amazing place and I will be coming back. read more

Delicious!!! I had the chicken fried steak. Everything was so good. We will be back. Excellent service as well.

I ate dinner last weekend and use to eat there before they had closed. I had chicken fried steak and mashed potatoes and they were under seasoned I think if you want to be successful in home cooked food it should all be made from scratch it appeared that the rolls coleslaw and potoroos were remade The service was friendly and attentive but they need to improve the food read more

The desserts are to die for. I thoroughly enjoyed the The jampacked flavor in the hamburger steak with brown gravy and a loaded baked potato. I initially thought that I wanted the fried pork chop but decided I would try something a little more hearty the hamburger steak meal was enough to feed two people. read more

Seriously zero stars if I could. I ordered a chicken fried chicken dinner w/ broccoli and a loaded baked potato. The chicken fried chicken was tiny and flavorless. The broccoli (also completely unseasoned) was so over steamed it was mashed together in the to go container it came in. The icing on the cake was the loaded baked potato which was shockingly huge, but of course...the only condiment in there was one single cup of butter which I'm pretty sure was meant for the hard dinner roll that came w/ the meal. Literally a huge plain baked potato that I paid extra for to be fully loaded...one server in the whole place which is tough, but she mentioned on 4 occasions how the meal wasn't paid for prior to the order being brought out. Once the meal was paid for, (very routinely w/ cash, the money handling part went swell of course) all of the items STILL weren't in the bag. read more

Typically service is wonderful and we absolutely love the country fried steak, and their lunch specials definitely give a great bang for the $$$. Won't say it is the best I have ever had in the way of country down home cooking but it is a location we frequent because it is good food. read more

Went here based on Yelp reviews. Wow! Food is incredibly bland, service was par at best, prices were very high compared to the quality of everything else. Shocked the reviews are this good. Won't eat here again. read more

I came her out of curiosity and was pleasantly surprised. Best CFS and mashed potatoes with gravy around. I was familiar with the name from the closed one on Steubner Airline Rd. The menu was similar but the food here didn't compare. Everything tasted fresh and homemade. read more

We stopped in for a quick dinner and were thrilled with our experience. The restaurant was clean with an airy, family-friendly atmosphere. I really can't say enough about the amazing staff, they were all friendly and helpful and made everyone feel welcome. The home-style food was just as good, everything tasted fresh and homemade. We will be back soon and often! read more

The food was good. I got the chicken, bacon, ranch sandwich with coleslaw and the potatoes. The sandwich was huge and delicious. I would definitely be back to get it again. The coleslaw, not so good. It looked it had been sitting out all day with s brownish color. The potatoes were okay. The staff was nice and very friendly. The food would be maybe 3.5 stars but the service made it 5 stars. read more

Awesome food and super friendly service, gives you that hometown country feel, everything we've tried was good and we came in late close to closing time and they were still so friendly and attentive! Fantastic job!! read more

I have been to this place many, many times. A year or so ago, it closed for several months. After it reopened, the food was a thousand percent better!! This is the only place in the area where I can order a chicken fried steak and cut it with my fork. It is tender and flavorful. We also love their banana pudding. Get the big size for dessert. The service is also great here. Give it a try. read more

Our food arrived and my husbands BLT was burnt to where the bacon looked like salad bits. I ordered the Buffalo burger and before I arrived home around 1hr later we had pulled over so I could vomit. My night was pure hell after that as anyone who has had severe food poisoning knows. When we called the owner he told us that one person getting sick over his food was nothing he was going to worry about. I should send him my cleaning bill! ‍ read more

Yesterday was our first visit to Neal's since the ownership change and new name. I'm pleased to report that The Original Neal's is a marked improvement from the last owner/management. The service was excellent and the chicken fried steaks were properly prepared. The potatoes, on both orders, were fresh, not frozen. Unfortunately, the fried Okra was the yucky frozen, pre-breaded variety and disappointingly oily tasting. When will restaurants get it? Anyway, welcome back Neal's. We missed you. read more

Neal's has become our go to place. It just kinda happened that way. Food is always good and well portioned. The price is also a draw for us. We have never had a bad meal here --- ever! read more

My family and I had dinner there last evening (Oct 10) and were very disappointed with the food we were served. Our grandson ordered a Cheeseburger that had some type of patty that had an odd taste and texture; it was not hamburger meat. We have been going to Neal's for years, and now we are questioning going back. read more

Went on Monday and had the grilled pork chop. It was so good. So much food for little cost. Our server was Aubree (forgive me if it's spelled wrong). She was very sweet and helpful. A really good experience I just had to share. read more

Service was awesome and food was great as always. We love this local restaurant and support them at least once or twice a week. While eating the owner came by and thanked us for our business and asked how the food and service was. The food is like home cookin and wonderful. The restaurant is clean and everyone is friendly. read more

I ordered and picked it up. Best home cooking I've had in a while. I picked it up at the bar. I plan on going back one day soon and eat there . Looks like a place I would make my favorite place. read more

I can't believe this place still exists....they need a visit from Gordon Ramsey! I turned down several great restaurants to give this place another chance. Food was delicious when it was located on Stuebner Airline but such a let down now. The only thing good was the sweet tea and waitress was nice. Looking at the menu and remembered how good the onion rings and fried pickles were back in the day....not even listed on menu! How do you expect to sell the dish if not featured on your menu. When we inquired about it...they said "yes we sell them ...lots of things aren't on our menu"....Seriously!!!! When served....the onion rings were hot but very soggy and fried in some very old batter and the pickles omg fried in old grease w/ old salty catfish batter that was so caked that you couldn't taste pickle! On the real, i was afraid when my fish came out it would be from same gross grease...hmmm and it was. This was the worst food experience...we paid $$$ for garbage ! Never again! read more