"Celebrating Mama Bear" 04-18-26 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. read more

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I came here on a Saturday with my family. The restaurant wasn't overly packed, but our waitress was visibly 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. read more

We drove over 30 minutes in a bad storm for the live entertainment that never showed that lost them a star, but we were hungry so stayed for the food, which according to other reviews was really good. I beg to differ. I ordered the Corn dog, Mac n cheese, fried okra and the honey butter corn bread was complimentary. I had asked for my okra extra crispy and not only did it come mushy, but it was also pretty cold by time it reached the table. The Mac n Cheese was cold and so greasy I couldn't even finish it. As for the corn dog, it was the only thing that showed up hot and it wasn't even cooked all the way through! It was all golden looking on the outside, but mushy on the inside. The service was basically non existent and being busy wasn't the reason. We're going to end this review on a positive note because I truly dislike writing bad reviews, but they are necessary for the sake of honesty. The ONLY reason they're getting the two stars is for the cornbread which was an ooey gooey, honey buttery mouthful of happy and would be the only thing I recommend (of what I had) there. I would have sent everything back had I been able to locate our waitress. I don't recommend this place when there are so many others that are way above them in quality, quantity and cost for what you get. read more

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All the food had a perfect amount of seasoning, and the favorites were the Lamb Chops and the French Toast Sliders!! Elite concepts and flavors. The Sittin Sidewayzz drink lived up to its name. The team kept the brunch flowing smooth. And The atmosphere is on point. Definitely the place to be in the mornings. read more

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The service was smooth and professional! I love the atmosphere which was a nicely decorated. The food was delicious. The crawfish eggroll was delicious, especially with the sweet chili sauce and Not Your Mama's Hamburger Helper was most certainly designed to feed the whole family on a Saturday night! Delicious! read more

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The young lady Ashley was such a sweet and joyful waitress. Her smile and personality were so warm and personable, which is a big part of good customer service. The food (catfish and shrimp) were fresh and cooked to perfection with the exception of the chicken fingers. The mac and cheese isn't baked (like most places) but still good nonetheless and the fried okra were delicious. I was a little greedy and ordered a second order of cornbread not knowing the complimentary one was big enough. lol It's two slices, about 1/4 of cast iron cornbread in two slices, give or take a little bit. It's crispy on the bottom and soft and warm throughout. It's not sweet cornbread but it's topped with a honey sauce. The restaurant and the bathrooms were clean and they kept the tables clean as people left, wiping down tables and chairs. There are screens with CC and a tv playing old school R&B/pop music videos. The picture is what's left over from seafood platter, including my extra order of cornbread. I would go back and recommend it to others. -Francine read more

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Best service I've seen in a long time. Friendly faces, very polite and attentive. Perfect hangout spot, Very scenic for pictures. I came with a large party and the upkeep with the table needs was fantastic. Drinks, appetizers and food came out together for a table of twelve. However the food look delicious but lacked in flavor in our opinion. My crab fingers was the best thing I had, I didn't finish the mash or greens. Maybe our tastebuds were off last night. I'll give them another because the service was fabulous. I seen plenty of people enjoying those beautiful cocktails too. lol I'm with child so I'll be back in march. read more

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I went to the meal wheel to decide on lunch on a lazy Saturday afternoon. So glad I chose the Cutten Kitchen. Parking was scarce but we found a spot. We expected it to be super busy inside but already made a reservation online. No need, we were seated right away. Ashley was our waitress and was such a delight. She had recommendations for us and was very attentive. I got the mimosa with passion fruit to start. The menu is available by QR or in print. It was so hard to decide what to get. I ended up with the fish, shrimp and grits. I had them fry the fish, it was fried perfectly, the shrimp were grilled and the grits were yummy. We got a square of delicious cornbread. It had that skillet taste to it. Wasn't sweet like I like it but still really good. My husband got chicken fried chicken with fries, he is not very adventurous. He enjoyed the food, but no brown gravy so he was bummed. He didn't like the cream gravy too much. Prices were good for the food and the atmosphere was fun with nice music playing and the restaurant was buzzing with excitement. We will definitely be back. Best thing is you can pay the bill by scanning the code, order more food and view your charges all from the QR. so many other things I want to try when I go back. read more

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The food and services were not bad and I have nothing bad to say. I'll return for sure. I have one thing that needs attention. The music choices absolutely need work!! Before 7 on Juneteenth was nothing but early 2000s Pop music. Nah, nah, nah!! Then at 7 Pm, R&B began to play. I need to hear the cultural type of music this establishment and its patrons deserve. The atmosphere is great but the music doesn't reflect the setting and changes the mood. I went from watching and hearing Brittney Spears and Nelly Furtado to a Black Street playlist followed by a Carl Thomas playlist and now a Ciara playlist. Be more spontaneous in the R&B spins. Don't let my 3 deter you. It's worth it. read more

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Food came out cold favor on grill chicken wasn't good Collard greens good cornbread good Sunday cook not good Saturday cook tasted better read more

Came here on a Saturday night to celebrate my bday with some friends. The place was not packed and we we able to sit right away. For some reason it took a whole for someone to come to our table and one of the girls said she will be our server since we kept getting overlooked. I guess they didn't want to make money that night. For a table over 5 they charge an automatic 18%gratuity. Also, I noticed they had new menus and the drinks used to be $10 are now $15. The shrimp and grits is my fave but this night the grits were so thick and not tasty at all. Was not worth the price. I should've stuck with the wings which are really good. read more

Happened to be on this side of town and decided to randomly stop by to try this place out. Me and mom were already jamming when we stepped in lol. They have good r&b mix playing. When we sat down our waitress was Ashley who was amazing! There were so many options on the menu. Mom got the Salmon Bites with fried okra and blackened corn. I got the seafood omelette with their Mardi Gras sauce on the side since I was familiar with it. But when I tell you everything we had was amazing!? It was so good! Will definitely be making a 30min trip back! read more

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The service was terrible and what made it worst was the server saw me paying with a credit card but it was also cash in my wallet so she said can you give me my tip as cash because on the card is like a check. The food was just ok. I ordered a lunch pork with Mac and cheese and Dirty Rice. We also ordered the fried catfish with Mac and cheese plus sweet fries. The Spinach and Artichoke Dip was good but the chips were stale. The ambiance was like a hangout. read more

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It was OK I guess who was mediocre it was cold as hell in there don't wanna say it was cozy because it was freezing

I haven't tried many items here but I've gotten the wings a couple of times and they are very good. They are large, made fresh and the lemon pepper flavor is really good. My one complaint is that the wings are always hairy!!! I know every now and then it's normal to have a feather or two on a wing but it's a common occurrence here! It makes me question their chicken vendor or cleaning process. The wings are very good though so if you don't mind some feathers try them lol. I would like to try more of their entree items here and update this review! read more

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No Mac n Cheese in the order, not the first time, the bag was stapled but did not have the side order. It's a regular thing, something missing. DK read more

The food was very good... had chicken fried steak and sweet potatoes fries w/ green beans.... Don't judge me!! The waitress was named Dee ..was the best! read more

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Food was like warm. I was there for lunch. But after the rush. Around 1:45p. Place was not even 15% full, so I was disappointed that my Mac and cheese was super runny and my greens were sub par. I had the pork chop meal with 2 sides. The cornbread was great. And the pork chops as well. The Waiter forgot about me. Like I said. It was no where near full. He was at the bar chit chatting with co workers- I had stand up to get his attention to get a refill on my tea. Once he gave me my refill he disappeared again. I finished my food and waited. I then had to ask the lady at the door to get him to bring my check. He brought my check and said thanks. That's it. Nothing more. I've been tempted to give them another try. But I have not as of yet. Char read more

I made a good little 45 minute commute from my side of town to meet a friend here at Cutten Kitchen. I had never heard of this spot prior to coming so I didn't know what to expect. It's a pretty casual restaurant that offers a brunch menu all day on Sunday. It was also kid friendly, which is what we were looking for as my friend was bringing her daughter. We were sat immediately upon arrival and we had great serviced from all the ladies that came over and checked on us throughout our visit.n For my drink, I ordered an Island Ting which was a blend of rum punch and a house margarita. It wasn't bad but I feel like they used bottom shelf liquor as I was getting a little after taste from it. My friend ordered the Sittin Sidewayz and it was pretty strong but again I would've preferred a better liquor. I'm assuming it was the Tequila in the house margarita that I wasn't too crazy about. Nonetheless, it's reasonably priced and served in a tall glass. For my meal, I order the brunch sampler which was a phenomenal deal to me for $30! It came with 2 lamb chops, 3 chicken tenders. A side of potatoes, greens and eggs! Like this was almost enough to feed a family. There were some hits and misses though. The lambchops were perfect for me and the chicken tenders were cool. My eggs were undercooked (I asked for scrambled hard) and the potatoes could've been cooked a little more for me as well but I tasted the masked potatoes too and they were much better and very well seasoned. I also ordered the house cornbread and they were fire!!! I would probably come back again but I would hope certain things taste better the next time around. read more

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We finally made it after seeing this place on TikTok and it was very much worth the wait!! The complimentary cornbread was so good! It was warm and a great way to start the meal. Our appetizer was the deviled eggs with shrimp and they did not disappoint. Flavorful and the lightly breaded shrimp on top made it even better. My husband had the pork chops with mashed potatoes and corn. He thoroughly enjoyed his meal. He also enjoyed his raspberry mojito. I had the catfish mardi gras. The catfish was blackened perfectly. It was served with dirty rice and greens. My meal was fantastic!! I definitely see myself having it again. The portions were just right. I really loved my strawberry mimosa. The staff was very attentive and friendly. They took care of us and checked in on us throughout the meal. I love that!! The music they were playing set the vibe and I saw several people singing along to the music. They also have a couple of places for great photo opportunities. I really had a great time there and didn't want to leave honestly. They have happy hour from 3-7 daily. read more

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The food was seasoned to perfection. Everything was fresh. There was no meat in the greens but they were flavorful. The hostess was friendly and polite. read more

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Food was good! Well seasoned fish cooked to perfection. Seriously the service was amazing! My waiter/ bartender Jose was absolutely on point. Friendly, tensive. And knew the menu. Super dope vibe, good music and it wasn't too loud. I'll be back and I'll recommend a visit. I'll be back. Btw that Blueberry lemon drop was AMAZING. read more

The scenery was really nice. There is a spot leading up to the restroom where you can take pictures. Beautiful! I ordered the Seafood combo with catfish and shrimp. My two sides were fried corn and dirty rice. The rice wasn't done. Great taste, but I couldn't eat it. Do I got the mac and cheese. The catfish was totally delicious. I'd give it three and a half stars. It was great meeting up with old family friends. read more

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Went here for a company Christmas party and highly recommend it......food great and good vibes. read more

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The place is a good size and it's nicely decorated. I can't say I was that impressed with the food. The waitress was nice but we waited longer than expected for our food, drinks to be refilled. The cornbread wasn't my thing but it was ok. Would I come back? Probably not. read more

This my second visit this week. I passed by and had to double back because the pancake was calling my name. I was fortunate enough to be served by Gabby both times. She is delightful and very familiar with the menu. Thanks Gabby! We had lots of questions earlier in the week. I had none today because I was getting that pancake! Very friendly atmosphere. Great music. read more

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Good location plenty of parking and amazing food. I was a bit confused when I got there because no one welcomed us or was at the hostess stand. After a few minutes I sat myself in the bar area. They have both a qr code menu and an actual menu. I ordered the chicken friend chicken with mashed potatoes and greens. And my aunt got the same sides with chicken fried steak. The complimentary cornbread and the food was delicious. The mashed potatoes were seasoned well and the gravy was prepared well. I do feel like the chicken was quite small for chicken fried chicken. The greens although good they were on the salty side. Of the drinks ordered the lemon drop was the best. I had high expectations for the blue raspberry lemon drop but it was not what I expected. Too sour and half frozen half liquid which was weird and disnt look like the photos. Service could have been better I feel like they didn't have enough staff on duty. It's a nice spot with plenty of seating and the food provided a down home cooking vibe. If they don't get their customer service together I could see them losing business. read more

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The food was absolutely delicious, the service was impeccable, and the ambiance was well suited. I am looking forward to returning to this spot. The catfish, shrimp, and grits was really delicious, well seasoned, fleshly cooked and hot to the table. Their menu was packed with other items I hope to try soon. Our waiter was a great help and professional. The background music was comfortable and made the eating that much better. read more

Ordered, to go, the deviled eggs (amazing), crab cakes (also amazing), chicken fried chicken (small portion for the price), and the chicken fried steak..... the chicken fried steak was tough, dry and way overcooked. They did not pack the gravy for either meals and so I had to go back to get it. I've eaten here a few times and had excellent service and food but this experience has left me not wanting to go back. For $100 I expect way more than chicken fried jerky and missing items from my order. read more

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Food is always good! Great customer service ! Chill & laid back environment. Always have specials & happy hour is the best read more

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The service was great. Our server was very nice and attentive. The drinks were good and the music was good. The food was good and served fresh and hot! read more

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It's been a while since I've been here. The Honey Cornbread is still best. I must say the changes are for the better. The atmosphere gives Vibes and the new menu items are superb... I will be back soon. read more

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Server took our orders and after an hour later we were told that our order was non existent in their kitchen. We sat there hoping to eat lunch but it turned out to be a bust :( do better guys!!! read more

I visited on a Monday around lunchtime, and there was no wait to be seated. Our server, Marcus, took a little while to acknowledge us, but he apologized and I appreciated that. Now to the food. I started with the blueberry Lemon Drop 10/10, highly recommend. They definitely didn't skimp on the alcohol, and it was absolutely delicious. We ordered the crawfish egg rolls , and all I can say is: FYYYE! For my meal, I had the fried catfish and grits. I'm not usually a big fan of catfish, but this dish was excellent. The grits were a bit thicker than I prefer, but still packed with flavor. My wife ordered the fried catfish with shrimp and dirty rice, macaroni n cheese and she couldn't stop raving about how good it was. It feels great to support a Black owned business on the North Side that delivers both great food and good service. Plus, you don't have to worry about paying for parking like you do in midtown or downtown. Cutter's Kitchen is definitely worth the visit! read more

This was my first time visiting this spot. It was a great experience. From the minute we walked in, I was all into the atmosphere. TVs on the walls allowed us to catch the local Texans game. Our waitress Hannie immediately took our drink orders and explained the menu in detail. Our food was out with the quickness and was spot on!! Very nice portions and very well presented. The chicken fried steak was flavorful and good all the way through, not a hunk or meat in a fried batter. That cornbread was read more

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I've been to Cutten Kitchen a few times now, and I can honestly say I haven't had a bad experience. The food is fresh and flavorful, and the portions are generous. The atmosphere is welcoming and relaxed. It's a spot I'd gladly return to try more of the menu. read more

3rd time visitor here! The food is full of flavor, vibes can be hype or chill... last night I arrived around 845pm & it was very chill which was nice after a long work day. The service is always friendly, polite, attentive and always in good spirits with customers and as a unit. My only disappointment was the protein size. It's never been this small nor thin and didn't even want to capture that. But will that stop me from another return? No! Lol I love supporting small businesses and we the community have to understand that what's affecting the world impacts small businesses too. So moving right along! I took it as the universe didn't want me to be a greedy full smurf. LMAO Overall it's a 5 for me! read more

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We had family visiting for the holidays and they wanted to go out to Cutten Kitchen. We had to show them it was exactly like the social media reviews. And we had the tea too. They loved the food and great customer service with an atmosphere of authentic. Thanks read more

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My first impression of Cutten Kitchen was a good one. I was greeted by the host with a smile and was quickly seated. It took them a minute to round up my waitress, but she was friendly as well. She was very informative and very hospitable. The restaurant was clean and all of the staff were friendly (I was checked on multiple times...Love that!). The bartender personally brought over my happy hour margarita which I normally do not do frozen but it was strong and flavorful. I ordered coffee and it was ice cold so...I politely asked them to take it off my tab and sent it back. They obliged with no issues. The complimentary cornbread was warm, buttery and was definitely made from scratch. It was a nice touch. The deviled eggs were different. Sriracha based mostly within the mix and in the sweet dipping sauce. I love the texture of the mixture, but would have loved some scallions or chives to he placed on top of the eggs for color and pop. That said, I loved them. I ordered the plain version but they offer chicken and shrimp as toppers with an up charge. The chicken & waffles are excellent here! By far the best I have had in Houston. Chicken was seasoned to the God's! Smokin' Hot in temp when it arrived to my table. The Waffle was sweet and fluffy and shaped like our good old state of Texas (nice touch). The stone grits were cooked as if it were my Granny back in the kitchen whipping them up. The grits were hot, buttery and didn't need any accompaniments...no clumps or lumps, but went smoothly down my throat. I highly recommend!! Love the fact that brunch is all day! read more

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Charis provided us great service!!!! Thank you so much!!! Our food was absolutely delicious! read more

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