Absolutely the best soul food southern comfort cuisine in East Texas. The dressing is some of the…read morebest around with their gravy and as for the delicious fried catfish, it's probably the best I have had too. Southern hospitality is found here from the friendly staff and owner and you will definitely leave here full and satisfied. Grab a wonderful dessert too before you head out. The pecan pie is terrific!

OH MY LORD!!! Good Soul Food and the staff is very pleasant. The place is very clean. It's a Hidden…read moreGem in Tyler. Its menu prices are right on point with the portions

I feel like I have to give this place 5 stars. The food is 4 to 4.5 (so far) but the fact that it's…read moretiny, local, family run, everything made from scratch just pushes it up that extra notch. Chicken fried chicken was juicy and properly seasoned and the best we'd ever had. Ditto for the green beans and the okra. She wouldn't tell us what she puts in the green beans, but it's some combination of bacon grease and magic, I swear. The okra was fresh cut, fresh battered, fresh fried, unlike every other place I get it where you can tell it's out of a bag. Hot water cornbread was ah-mazing. I only wish I had honey to slather on it along with the butter. White gravy was fantastic, with just a hint of sweetness we couldn't quite put our finger on. Chicken fried steak and mashed potatoes were delicious, but also the only things I can say were on par with some of our other favorites. Prices are extremely reasonable. And the service is as down home and personal as you would expect at a place like Sylvia Mae's. But don't expect quick delivery of your food. Everything is made to order and it takes time, so settle in and be patient. We will definitely return here as often as we can when we are in the area.

Occasionally you stumble upon something truly special. This unassuming small business is exactly…read morewhat you want it to be. It is a meeting place, a comfort zone, a haven of good nature and community. The food is simple and good. The person providing the food is honest and real. This establishment is a lifeline of stability in an otherwise downtrodden neighborhood. THIS is the reason we have yelp...to discover and highlight businesses that actually deserve recognition. Sylvia Mae's is all of these things and more. Go visit...manage expectations and enjoy the moment. There aren't many places like this left.

What an absolutely delight of a soul food restaurant! My husband has clients in Palestine and I…read moreswear, they pick the best places to lunch! 4J's was no exception. Today's choices were liver & onions, beef tips & rice, chicken spaghetti, collards, scalloped potatoes, corn and pinto beans. I ordered the liver & onions, scalloped potato, collards and cornbread. My husband ordered the beef tips & rice as well as the collards and pinto beans. Everything was so delicious but my favorites were the beef tips & rice and the scalloped potatoes. Th restaurant is simple but very clean and the service is polite and attentive. I would definitely come back. I heard they have oxtail on Saturday....oohhh La la!!!!

This is a small, relaxed, cafeteria style restaurant. Usually a choice of 2-3 entrees and about 4…read moresides to choose on a plate. You get 1 entree and 2 sides with roll/cornbread for about $15. If you want a drink that is extra. If you want something other than fast food but more like what you would cook at home - try it. Everything that my husband and I had I can cook better at home. For starters, I would buy fresh mustard/turnip greens to cook and not get mine from a can. Same with the sweet potatoes. The rice was instant rice that was not cooked properly and was crunchy. When I asked for rice and gravy, the young woman serving me looked confused because there was no "gravy" selection and I had to point to the gravy with the hamburger steak- which by the way was frozen hamburger patties, not fresh hamburger meat hand shaped. So, if that sounds like good home cooking, go for it. I'll probably just stay home and cook.

Mothers Day meal was a success! We had:…read moreHamburger with fries Hamburger steak with mashed potatoes and okra Fish basket. Everything was very good!! Our waitress (Kacie) was excellent! She is friendly and helpful!! Nothing fancy, just good food!! Shop/Dine local When you're hungry, go to Hambone's Cajun Grill Go get Full

We went on a Friday night and the restaurant was busy. It has a nice patio but we sat inside due to…read morethe heat. The waitresses were quick to get drinks out, but the food took a little longer. Ironically, the steak one of our party ordered came out faster than the other food. The steak and blackened fish were good, but the etouffe was just ok. Everything tasted good, although some of the side dishes were not very hot. Overall it was a good dinner, but not great.

We didn't know what to expect, but we were highly impressed. When you walk in you're treated, just…read morelike you were in the old days. Customer service was great. You could tell they appreciated your business. We split the Tri-stone combo with onion rings. The Tri-stone burger consisted of 3 smashed patties, 3 cheeses, 3 pieces of bacon, tri-sauce, which tasted like Canes sauce, on a toasted brioche bun. The onion rings were home made, and delicious. We spent $25 dollars including the tip. There was so much food we couldn't finish it all. We will defiantly come back.

Food is always hot and delicious! The cheeseburgers are our family's favorite! Service is…read morerespectful and friendly!

Great service and great food!…read more We were driving by and found this place through Google maps. I cross checked. It with Yelp and we decided to try it out. Everyone who helped us was kind and helpful. Our waiter brought us this cute loaf of bread with butter. The bread was soft and filling. We both ate from the buffet. The shrimp, fried chicken, and brisket were all good as were the sides like mac and cheese, beans, hush puppies, and corn. They also had a salad bar and drinks. There's also a few different pies to select from on a shelf. We tried the chocolate and coconut pies. Both were tasty with generous portions. We'll definitely come back if we're in the area.

My dad has been coming here for years, I believe this was my first time…read more My dad went for the buffet, and I ordered a la carte. First, the service was excellent, I believe our server was named Presley. Very kind, always checking on us and keeping our water and tea full. On the buffet, my dad enjoyed the salad he had, but was surprised at the little variety offered that day. He said last time he was there with my brother there was more to choose from. He then got the fried chicken, which was greasy and barely any chicken on the thigh. I tried to find a drumstick but it was just breasts, thighs and a few wings. He did like the chicken fried steak and mashed potatoes. As for the fried okra, you have to eat it fresh. It is sitting under a heat lamp just makes it soggy and slimy. I ordered 4 vegetables a la carte which came out to be as much as the all you can eat buffet. First, their onion rings are OUTSTANDING! So is their homemade ranch. What was disappointing was the green beans, they definitely came out of a can and were heated. At $3.99 I expected fresh. There may have been a small piece of onion in it. Not sure if that was how it was cooked or if it fell in from another dish. The black-eyed peas were tasty. I also had a cup of the chicken corn chowder which was good. However, there was pieces of cubed chicken in it which also made me think that it was a prepackaged soup and not homemade. My dad got the coconut cream pie, which tasted good, but could have used more coconut then just on the top. He wanted bread pudding or peach cobbler, however at the time of day we were there, they had been picked over way too much, not leaving much for anyone else to enjoy. I did like the selections in the gift shop and purchased a tea towel before we left. I always like to try a place 3 times so I may stop in and try something else. Again, great customer service.

Queen street grill not only has good food, it has a good vibe!…read moreThe staff is one of the best in town and the pricing is afforadable. Recommend highly.

Was there with friends a couple of weeks. or so ago and was a bit disappointed. Waitress was…read moreattentive and polite but orders were consistently off. Friends salmon was dry, appetizers that was ordered was never delivered. My chicken was dry and slightly overcooked and only seasoning seemed to be e tea spices. Wife lived her fish and so did another friend in our group. Not a bad meal but just not what was hoped for their special occasion.

Looking for a stop between Houston and DFW? Something…read moreDifferent was anpleaaant supervise From the welcome to the personal service, they certainly know how to treat their customers Need a refill?? Oh it's already on the table. Perhaps some suggestions, they have plenty. My boyfriend the recommended Chicken fried steak and he was quiet all throughout lunch. I got the Reuben with chips and it was cooked to perfection down to the home made potato chips.Our waitress who had been working there for three decades mentioned that they had coconut crème pie I'm coco for coconut so I thought that I would give it a try. It was absolutely sublime! I haven't had coconut crème pie like this since my trip to the Bahamas The check came quickly and we said our goodbyes to the crew and the other friendly passers by enjoying their choices What a treat! We will be back

We were greeted as soon as we arrived with the kindest smile. This is a seat yourself establishment…read moreand as soon as you pick the perfect spot, there is someone there to take your drink order and tell you the special of the day. Th menu has so many great options, so I went with the special, chicken fried chicken with white gravy, mashed potatoes, okra and toast. I am not a huge gravy person so got it on the side. The proportions were the perfect size, not too little and definitely not overwhelming. Everything was excellent and cooked to perfection. I had the sweet tea and it was wonderful as well. My co worker had the fish plate, she is a connoisseur of fish and said it was wonderful. The booths were a good size and customers are able to write with chalk paint pens to leave their mark. The environment was relaxing and fun at the same time. Although the space is smaller, the speed of service and the wonderful staff made it feel big. Will definitely return when I travel through Teague!

This place is right off highway. We split the catfish, fries and pinto beans. It was FABULOUS!…read more Give this place a try. If you want a quick lunch in and out this won't be for you. It says on signs GOOD FOOD takes time to prepare. They definitely know how to make good food. So sit down and enjoy Ms Arlene's Kountry Kitchen.

Food was good but not great. Service was good but for the area prices are high. Table placards are…read morenot cleaned and window sills bordering the booths are unsanitary. Full black trash bags with unknown content ( possibly not trash) are stored in sight shoved in the corner of the table seating area with piled up chairs and unused tables. Could easily be a great place with some simple improvements.

This place is awesome from other food to the staff the commradery between everyone is spectacular…read more It is an experience in it self. The ambiance is the staff and customers. Old and new. If your a first timers you'll become a regulation a first name basis real quick. And the every day regulars are a part of the decor. You miss them when they are gone. Good conversation with God lovin' and God fearin' people. Love each and everyone of them.

We love stopping in for breakfast! It is small but delicious! The service is great!read more