"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.