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    Kulture

    4.1 (533 reviews)
    Open • 11:30 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Fried chicken, fries, and Mac and Cheese
    Jason H.

    We went in for lunch on a Friday and were the only ones there, which is sad, it's a great place! Everyone was so friendly and helpful. The place was contemporary and comfortable. The food was amazing! They started off by bringing us biscuits with butter and jelly, that were so good! My wife had Fried Chicken with Mac and Cheese and Fries, which she absolutely loved! The breading on the chicken was seasoned well and was the perfect crispiness. The Mac and Cheese was cheesy and cooked right, and the fries were seasoned well, and very tasty. I had the Fried Catfish with Parmesan grits. It was awesome! The breading on the catfish was so crispy and seasoned well, that it stood up to the sauce and grits. They all complemented each other perfectly. The sauce had the right amount of heat for the dish. The grits had the right amount of Parmesan and seasoning that it didn't overpower the grits. I ordered a neat pour of Woodford Double Oaked, which went well with my lunch. I felt the prices were a little high for lunch comparatively, especially the pour of bourbon. I'd like to come back for dinner some evening in the future.

    Buttermilk Waffles, Turkey Link
    Kizito N.

    WOULD recommend (brunch). Came by on Sunday afternoon for brunch with a decent size group. They have a parking garage where you can get validated parking for 2 hours, just FYI. We were sat relatively quick, I would put reservation for this place if I were you, but when we came it wasn't too busy. We were sat and was greeted by our server, Fabian. The vibe was very nice, had the R&B jams in the background but wasn't overly loud to where you can't converse. It was a beautiful sunny day outside and it reflected all throughout the large windows of the restaurant. A+ for the ambiance. We started off with mimosa carafes for the table, great blend of juice and champagne. No complaints at all about the mimosas. He started us with a round of biscuits, with butter & jelly on the side. Would give it overall rating of 8.5/10, I actually liked them they weren't too sweetened like other biscuits. For food, I ordered the Buttermilk Waffles, turkey links, and side of Smoked Gouda Mac & Cheese. The food was good, above average in my opinion. The buttermilk waffles weren't overly crisp but still had nice warm flavor (8.7/10), turkey links were satisfactory (8.1/10), and the mac & cheese was above average as well, not out of this world but pretty good nonetheless (8.0/10). In my opinion, I give this restaurant a 5-stars, not just because of the food (4 stars), but just the overall experience. The ambiance was great, our server was hilarious, kept us entertained the entire time, and they were convenient nonetheless. They do 20% auto-gratuity as well. Was a calmer brunch with a good vibe, something that is very underrated in a city like Houston. I would recommend this place if you have older adult family in town or if you want an experience more... "demure" for a Sunday. I heavily recommend you ask for Fabian as well, very good server for us.

    LaToya B.

    Tried Kulture for brunch with my husband and baby... I'm still smiling about the whole experience. We had 11:45am reservations and walked into a calm, not overcrowded vibe... which I loved. No chaos, no noise overload... just the perfect setting to actually enjoy the moment, take pics, shoot a few videos, and soak everything in. Now let's talk about Christina... because whew. She was working dual roles... bartending and serving... and did both flawlessly. Super personable, warm, and genuinely engaging. The kind of energy that makes you feel like you're more than just another table. What really stood out was her sharing her personal growth and perspective... hearing how her mentor helped shift her mindset was refreshing and honestly inspiring. That type of interaction stays with you. Big appreciation to both Christina and whoever poured into her like that... it shows. And listen... the food. CHEF'S. KISS. Every bite was giving flavor, intention, and soul. You know a place is serious when you don't even want to talk while eating. Straight finger-clappin' satisfaction all the way back to sunny Florida. Huge shoutout as well to the two gentlemen who helped my husband... top-tier hospitality. Friendly, attentive, and clearly customer-service driven. One of them literally walked to the corner of the restaurant to help him locate the parking garage. Who does that anymore? That level of care is rare and absolutely deserves recognition. Kulture delivered on food, atmosphere, and service... the full trifecta. Do yourself a favor... check them out and support. Definitely a spot worth revisiting.

    Oxtails and grits
    Slimm W.

    The food and services were excellent. I celebrated my 40th birthday there with breakfast. My only issue, which isn't related to the food, is that there's no changing table in any bathroom. Since my daughter is only 9 months old, I had to change her on my lap in the only stall in the men's bathroom. However, the restroom was clean.

    Biscuits
    Shanta' A.

    Skip this place. Kulture is not worth your time, money, nor parking challenges of downtown. My table of 3 had 90 minutes to sit and eat per the brunch "rush" that the restaurant has. Though there was no rush at all while I was there with friends. In fact, the terrible waiter rushed us to order and was visibly annoyed that we were not wanting to order until the other person arrived. Once we order he must've taken a break because he did not return to the table until after the food had been brought out by kitchen staff. Lastly the terrible server did not show the ticket he told me the price I asked to review it and he let out a deep sigh and clutched the reader as if only he could hold it. I realized that he was clutching it because he had added an additional tip for himself. Despite the resturant automatically charging each guest 20% grautity. Additionally, the food...all of our plates came out separately with mine coming out 10 - 11 minutes after the others because the kitchen didn't have my order. Thankfully, the kitchen team was on top of it and made my food. The food was subpar, I will not return here. The only good item were this biscuits and the company I was with.

    The beginning Gumbo
    Jared E.

    After the marathon, comes the breakfast. We randomly walked into Kulture thanks to the street marketing. The atmosphere is great, with the large windows and decor. A perfect place for brunch downtown and hanging with family and friends. Music was soulful, staff were friendly, and very accommodating. Biscuits : 10/10.. Buttery, flakey, and delicious. Throw that Jam on there with a little bit of the butter, and you good to go. Gumbo: 10/10.. the gumbo had flavor and a tiny bite at the end. The portion size is enough to fill you up. Some people like thick and some people like light, this was in-between. This hit the spot on a cold day. I would order this again.

    Stephanie J.

    Customer service was top-tier. Trev & Christina were very friendly, and attentive The atmosphere had a perfect blend of vibrant and mellow with an urban vibe. I ordered the chicken & waffles and the portion size was very hefty. The chicken was huge, juicy, and crispy enough to make a satisfying crunch but missing a little extra seasoning. The biscuits & jam were delicious. The drinks were smooth, well-made. They are right next to the George R. Brown Convention Center so it's a super convenient stop whether you're downtown for an event, conference, or just roaming the city looking for good eats and good energy.

    Tania M.

    Had a great lunch in a really cool spot. The food options were varied and may I say tastyyyyyy!!! They had off the menu oxtail with a coconut curry and rice, the fried catfish was so good, and the lamb chops with chimichurri just scrumptious. The only meh dish was the macaroni and cheese, left me lacking. Service was A1 the staff made sure they checked in on us and the food. Its a nice place to get food after church and close to Discovery Green!

    Fried lamb chops w/ a mango lemon drop  His: pancakes, eggs, & turkey sausage link w/ strawberry mimosa
    Priscilla F.

    After having a date, my boyfriend & I decided on eating here for brunch. If you're coming from the garage there is a side door entrance that you go into (we missed it and was lost for a split second lol). As soon as we walked in we were greeted with a smile and although we had reservations it was not packed. They had the old skool R&B jams playing, nice lighting, and a welcoming environment. All the people we encountered were amaaaazing! I wish I remembered the two men name who were helping us! They went above and beyond & the fact they didn't have to and it was so natural, speaks volumes. If y'all see this, shout out to y'all because y'all did y'all thang! I'd definitely come back and request the server that we had! I had ordered the fried lamb chops that came with grits & he ordered the pancakes with turkey sausage & eggs. The lamb chops were chefs kiss and the grits were my faaaav! They put their foot in em lol! His pancakes tasted like funnel cakes and were so yummy! I also ordered a mango lemon drop and once again, top tier!!! Oh & for parking, if you park in the garage they will validate your ticket for 2 hours. We paid prior, but they had asked and let us know.

    Women's restroom
    Calondra B.

    First visit to Kulture. Open Table restaurant reservation via credit card. Free parking available in safe Avenida North paid parking garage with validated 2 hour parking. 5/5 Only a handful of vehicles were there. Upon arrival to the perfectly placed prime real estate location near Daikon Stadium, Discovery Green, and GRB Convention Center is this jewel on the first floor with floor to ceiling windows, stage, medium sized clean restaurant, bar, comfortable seating with patio seating included, and an upper loft with seating available. 5/5 Great music plays during the visit. People started coming in so noise level was perfect during our visit. Friendly knowledgeable staff assist you throughout your visit. 5/5 Complimentary biscuits, butter, and jam are served. Biscuits were my least fav 2/5. They just didn't have that buttery, fluffy, flaky pizazz I'm accustomed too. Yet, they were still tasty. This was a special After Christmas brunch menu, in addition, to the regular reasonably priced menu. 20% gratuity added to all checks. Arrived upon opening, so entrees were served immediately. Substitutions are allowed. Ordered oxtails, Gouda Mac and cheese, fried chicken whipped sweet potatoes, collards,with a biscuit that came with the meal. 5/5. Collard had perfectly seasoned potlikker, smooth sweet potato puree, and the hottest (nit spice level) chicken I used a fork to cut since I burned my fingers. This is a great restaurant.

    Tim W.

    Kulture is a must try's spot if you enjoy great food, terrific service and quieting ambience. I found Kulture on Yelp of course, trusted the community and nice again you didn't disappoint. First the food was on point, we did Sunday Brunch, I had the Crab Omelette which was delicious. The lump crab was super fresh and sweet, the omelette was cooked to perfection and the seafood lemon butter sauce tied it in with a nice kiss. I was driving so I had the coconut mojito mocktail, super flavorful and refreshing. Ohh! The homemade biscuits were a nice southern treat also. My wife had the fried lamb chops and grits, she was a lady as usual and refused to pick up the bone with her hand but they tasted so good she certainly thought about it. Our waitress/ bartender was phenomenal ( I'm sorry I can't remember her name) but she was great. Trevor the manager was super engaging with everyone and offered to validate our parking from the garage, BUT the hostess had already validated it for us. The ambiance was very inviting and unique. I really like the Kulture they're portraying at the restaurant Kulture. We will be back in October for dinner and update the review to keep you informed!

    Fried catfish
    Brittany L.

    I have beem trying to get to Kulture for a while now but havent had luck in the past getting reservations in the past...that changed this week. I made reservations through OpenTable. We were seated immediately and greeted by our waiter soon after. I ordered the fried catfish and substituted the grits for mac n cheese. The catfish was crispy. The sauce was a great addition along with the crab meat and shrimp! What I didnt care for was the mac n cheese...the cheese sauce was soupy and didnt attach to the noodles. Overall great dish. Pro Tip: The restaurant will validated your parking up to 2 hours. But only if you park in the Marriott's self parking lot off on Rusk St.

    Fried chicken, greens and Mac and cheese
    Clydell W.

    Food was good for the price. Great atmosphere. Service was really good as well. It is right in the heart of downtown. It has upstairs seating as well.

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    Ask the Community - Kulture

    Is "kulture" a misspelling of culture?

    I think it was purposely spelled that way to stand out. Its a black owned establishment. (Only thought I'd mention that ,given the K was asked about)

    Is brunch child friendly?

    It is child friendly there...a nice place with indoor and outdoor seating as you like.

    Can I make a reservation?

    No, not right now. They are not officially re-opened. They are just doing some pop-ups and soft-opening hours. You CAN make reservations for the Black Chef Table events that they are hosting, though.

    Is there a wait with reservation?

    Sometimes. It's difficult to make people leave who were there before you. However, there is a bar and waiting area.

    Is there still live music on Fridays and what time?

    Yes

    Is there a line like BK? Should/can I make reservations?

    You should make a reservation. Especially if you going on the weekend and during peak hours.

    What is the best night of the week for good sized crowd and live music?

    Friday

    Is this owned by the same guy that owns The Breakfast Klub?

    It is.

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    Mikki's Soul Food Cafe - Baked chicken with collards and black eyed peas

    Mikki's Soul Food Cafe

    3.8(675 reviews)
    14.2 mi•Fondren Southwest
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    If you're craving real Southern comfort food, Mikki's is definitely worth a visit. We stopped in on…read morea busy day, and the line was almost out the door, which is always a good sign. Even with the crowd, the line kept moving, and there was no shortage of delicious-looking options on the steam table. From fried chicken and turkey wings to baked fish, spaghetti, cabbage, green beans, mac and cheese, dressing, black-eyed peas, collard greens, candied yams, mashed potatoes, and more, it was hard to decide what to order because everything looked homemade. I ordered the turkey wing with collard greens, black-eyed peas, mashed potatoes with gravy, rice, a corn muffin, and sweet potatoes. I also grabbed a Suicide Punch, which is a mix of all their Kool-Aid flavors. First, let's talk about those sweet potatoes... BABY!! They absolutely stole the show. They were piping hot, buttery, perfectly sweet, and hands down the best thing on my plate. I could've easily eaten another serving. The collard greens were seasoned beautifully with a rich, smoky flavor and plenty of pot liquor. They were tender without being mushy and tasted like they had been cooking all day. The black-eyed peas were creamy, well-seasoned, and comforting, while the mashed potatoes were smooth and paired perfectly with the savory gravy. The rice soaked up every bit of that gravy, and the corn muffin was soft with just the right touch of sweetness. The turkey wing itself was tender, juicy, and covered in flavorful gravy. My only surprise was that I was expecting just the wing portion, but instead I received the whole wing with the drum attached. It wasn't a big deal because it was still delicious--I just personally prefer getting only the wing. The Suicide Punch was another winner. If you grew up drinking Kool-Aid, you'll appreciate it. It's sweet, refreshing, and a fun mix of all the flavors. My family ordered several other dishes, so we got to try quite a variety. We had baked chicken, macaroni and cheese, candied yams, and black-eyed peas, and everything was generously portioned. The baked chicken was moist and well-seasoned, and the mac and cheese had that creamy, homemade taste you hope for from a soul food restaurant. My only real complaint was that some of the food was served lukewarm instead of hot, which took away from the experience a little. Soul food just hits differently when it's fresh and piping hot. Ironically, the sweet potatoes were the one item that came out nice and hot, and they were absolutely perfect. Overall, Mikki's serves authentic soul food with generous portions and flavors that remind you of Sunday dinner at a family member's house. The food is comforting, the selection is impressive, and it's easy to see why the place stays busy. If everything had been served hot, this would've easily been a five-star experience. Pro tip: Don't leave without getting the sweet potatoes and a Suicide Punch. Trust me--you'll thank me later. sweet potatoes and a Suicide Punch free refills. Trust me--you'll thank me later.

    Pretty good experience as always, but I'm taking off a star because my sweet potatoes were left out…read moreof my order. I think the employee handling the sides may have been having an off day. She seemed a little disengaged, was speaking very softly, and I believe that's where the mix up occurred. The correct sides were prepared, but they ended up on the wrong plate. I was definitely looking forward to my sweet potatoes, so it put me in a bit of a funk. Next time I'll check my order before leaving to make sure everything is there.

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    Best Soul Food In Town

    3.5(114 reviews)
    4.6 mi•Old Spanish Trail/South Union
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    The first time we ate from this location the food was super salty. This time the salt level was…read morebetter. It still was borderline of being too much salt in the oxtail dish but it was tolerable. I ordered the chicken and waffles dish. It came with eggs (I added cheese) and grits. The chicken was seasoned and cooked well. I liked the flavor of the wings but was unhappy about having hairs to still pluck out of the wings. The waffle was an average waffle. The heat being trapped inside the to-go container made the powdered sugar turn into hard crystals. I wish they would have put the sugar in the side. Not too bad for a late night food craving.

    My buddy and I are staying at Hilton University of Houston Hotel on the campus of U of H, today we…read moreUber eats and order the house special which was the oxtail, the 2nd order was the Smother Pork-chop. Both orders have included 3 sides dish's too a lot of FOOD. We also order the peach cobbler....Okey here's our rating 1. Low to 10 high 1. The Oxtails great taste score 8.75 2. Smother Pork-chop. score 8 3. Mashed potato. score 4 4. Mac & cheese. score 5.75 5. Steam cabbage. score 6 6. Rice and gravy. score 6 7. Sweet potatoes. score 7 8. Peach cobbler score neg -10 (They forgot our peach cobbler. What a bummer) Total cost of this meal was $62.99 Bottom line, you have to make the decision to go or not. the next time we are in Houston- go to the restaurants d don't order the meal with Uber eats.

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    Houston's This Is It Soul Food

    Houston's This Is It Soul Food

    3.5(528 reviews)
    2.3 mi•MacGregor
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    Tried it out as a potential place to cater for a party. First discussing with the catering team was…read morevery short. They just provided a total cost without any breakdown of how much each item costs or how much would be provided. To trying it out: it seems they don't have their full menu everyday which is fine but might have changed my mind if they had all the items I would have ordered catering to try. I got the fried chicken, green beans, cabbage, and they're apparently award winning mac and cheese. The only thing I would eat again was the chicken which even then seemed unevenly seasoned between pieces. The cabbage was overwhelmingly garlicky whereas the green beans had no flavor. The Mac and cheese was soupy and seemed like I was jipped of the portion. Overall will not be back or catering

    This is It Soul Food is definitely missing something to make it worth a trip. It has a lot of hype…read moreso was definitely excited to try it but I was quickly disappointed with service and the food. A group of us tried ordering online it wasn't working quite right and they forgot to turn off the things they were out of. We tried again to order over the phone but that didn't work either so we decided to take drive and order in person. It's a cafeteria style set up. You can see the foods that you are choosing. Between my friend group we tried the fried chicken and smothered chicken both I could do without. Their sides are pretty decent for the ones they did have. Apparently the Mac and cheese must be good because that's what they were out of. Overall wasn't really impressed, don't see a need to return if I'm back in town.

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    Esther's Cajun Café & Soul Food - Awensome!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    Esther's Cajun Café & Soul Food

    3.6(668 reviews)
    6.7 mi•Independence Heights
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    The food at Esther's was absolutely delicious! I honestly didn't realize how huge the portions were…read more-- you can literally share a meal. The restaurant itself was also very clean and well kept. However, the staff could definitely improve on friendliness. There was no welcome, no smiles, and the cashier looked upset the entire time. At one point an employee came up to her and they were both snapping at each other, which is not the best first impression for new customers. You guys are first point of contact when we come in, please improve this. Also... the tea?! Guys, this was some of the BEST tea ever! So how do you run out of tea?! I do want to give special recognition to the bus lady. She was extremely attentive, constantly on her feet making sure everyone was taken care of. She kept our waters filled, checked on us often, and overall gave amazing customer service. Even when she had to tell us there was no more tea, she was still so kind and helpful. Honestly, she's the reason we would come back. The front line staff... not so much. 3 stars for the server, line cashier but 5 stars go to Ms Lupe!

    I recently tried Esther's. The ambiance was nice and the staff and service was good. Overall, the…read morefood was okay, with a few things that stood out more than others. We tried the hot honey chicken, baked chicken, rice, sweet potatoes, potato salad, greens, peach cobbler and mac & cheese. The turkey greens were good, and I enjoyed the mac & cheese as well. They also had a nice variety of other pork sides to choose from. The bake chicken was dry and bland for my taste, though. For our drinks, we mixed the strawberry Kool-Aid with lemonade. It was VERY sweet and had a bit of an aftertaste, so that wasn't really for me. Overall, nice atmosphere, good service and a decent meal. There were definitely 2 sides I enjoyed. The food didn't impress me enough to return.

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    The Greasy Spoon

    3.8(380 reviews)
    19.8 mi
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    Grab-and-go

    The food texture, taste, & presentation is great. The service top-tier feel like family…read more The ambience: smells good and looks very clean. A visit is absolute gem of a spot years ago with my dad and my son, and I still think about it. We ended up driving out here twice in a single week and trust me, we do not live down the street. It was a true drive to dine situation, but worth every single mile. The food is incredible. Every single side we order was flawless and made to absolute perfection. The candid yams were fantastic, and the cornbread was soft and sweet like cake (tasted just like the way my dad makes it). I even tried greens for the very first time here and surprisingly they tasted great. I ate all of them and drunk the juice. Don't let the crowd scare you off. There's usually a line, but it moves pretty quickly. Plus, the service is so friendly that the whole place just feels like family if you're looking for an authentic welcoming spot with amazing comfort food this is it. No wonder when you grew with display it says number one soulful spot in Houston.

    We hit the jackpot!…read more I was hungry and looking for tasty food on our way home. I took a chance on The Greasy Spoon and what luck. This place is GREAT. We just went with the food that was ready to go. And even went back for an extra side--Mac n' cheese for my son. Whew! Lots of food, and it's all sooooo good! In addition to the mac n' cheese, we tried the chicken gumbo, chicken with sweet potatoes (they're sweet) and greens (so tasty!), chopped steak with green beans and mashed potatoes. I will most certainly be back!

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    Lucille's

    3.9(2.1k reviews)
    2.7 mi•Museum District
    •$$

    There is ample parking here and even valet. Servers were attentive and nice…read more We were seated upstairs which was bright and had enough space. Downstairs has warmer lights and a kinda delicate feel. Anyhow, Let me just cut straight to it. Honestly I expected more from the food, they were just meh. The chicken wings could do with some flavor and its presentation needs fixing, maybe cut them. The wings were also dry and we had to ask for ketchup so maybe add some of the syrup to it or offer gravy. We enjoyed the oxtail omelet even though a few of my party thought it needed a little salt to boost it. The fried green tomatoes could have a dipping sauce but the famous chilli biscuits were well received. The country Benedict is a fried boil egg. Just incase you wanted a poached egg for your Benedict and the salad was over powering. The drinks were great and refreshing. The mocktails they have were nice too.

    Cute eatery with cozy but classy vibes. When we arrived around 1, they even had live music playing…read morein the patio area in the back. There's also parking in the back of the restaurant, or you can street park. A great place to stop to eat if you're in the Museum district, but make sure to make reservations, since there's a bit of a wait otherwise. We tried the chicken and waffles, shrimp and grits, hot chilli biscuits, oxtail omelette, jalapeño poppers, fried green tomato, croissant French toast, Mac n cheese and chicken fried steak. Of them all, I really liked the hot chilli biscuits, oxtail omelette, french toast and fried green tomatoes. The hot chilli biscuits were sized more like mini pancakes. The croissant French toast was delicious and sweet enough to eat without syrup, which is how I had it. I would get the oxtail omelette or the croissant French toast myself, if I come back. For drinks we tried the Moscow mule and peach mimosas. The peach mimosa was a little medicinal tasting, so I'd recommend the original mimosa.

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    Lucille's - Brunch time

    Brunch time

    Lucille's - Braised Oxtails over Mashed Potatoes

    Braised Oxtails over Mashed Potatoes

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    Micheaux's Southern Cuisine - Fried Chicken Candied Yams Collard Greens Mac & Cheese Cornbread . This is a sample plate you get much larger portions.

    Micheaux's Southern Cuisine

    4.3(378 reviews)
    18.2 mi
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    Listen! I know good soul food, and this spot here has "hit the spot!" But because it's Friday, it's…read moreCatfish Friday! So I quite naturally ordered the max. piece catfish (3 pc.) with fries and greens, and OMG! The flavor, the crispiness! Just like I fry it! Excellent customer service! Needless to say, this is now my "catfish spot" whenever I visit the area again. For dessert, I had the peach cobbler. Another hit! So balanced with flavor and sweetness! My family had the oxtails and blackened salmon. They are licking their fingers! Why is this place not rated a perfect 5?! You better believe they get 5 stars from me! Earned! (Sorry, I ate my fish and peach cobbler before I realized I didn't take a pic. And the presentation was magnificent on all plates!)

    So look, I am all about great food, and this place is really amazing. I saw this place while I was…read morewaiting at a light and thought who doesn't love Southern cooking? But, I do have some things I want to say. First, there is absolutely no signage or anything that explains what the items are, or even the basic whether you seat your self or not. It's kinda cafeteria style, you pick up a tray and silverware and then give them your choices. I did get it explained to me after standing at the counter looking like an idiot for a few minutes. I kind of fell in behind a couple of guys that came in right after me, I let them go because I had no idea. Second, there is nothing to tell you how much things cost. Protein Choices were smothered pork chops, meatloaf, chicken, turkey wings, fish and... wait for it.. oxtails. Now I know some of you are thinking HARD PASS on oxtails, but believe me, these are a rarity to find on a menu, I would say because of the cost, but also because they aren't quick to prepare. If you are offering oxtails on your menu, you have to have plenty on hand and be confident in your dish. Micheaux's hits the mark. Third, and this is very important, the food PLENTIFUL, and I do mean truly two people could probably eat what I got served. personally, I LOVE oxtails, but because nobody else in my house would even consider eating these, (they are not with me) and because they are super expensive in the store, I rarely make it for just myself. So of course I ordered the oxtails., it's served with rice, and two additional sides and cornbread. I ordered greens and green beans. It was pricey , like 37.00 before the tip, and as I was paying I was cursing myself for spending so much for lunch but..It's so delicious! I do think that the prices should be posted somewhere because ( and this is why it's getting 4 of 5 stars) I never would have ordered this knowing I would not be able to take it with me to reheat for later. I wish this wasn't an impulse stop while I was driving somewhere else . I don't know how the guys that were ahead of me put it all away in record time. They left before I started the review. I stopped eating to do the review because I want to eat more before I leave this area of town. I don't think this will travel well, especially if I can't reheat it. OMG, the man next to me just ate all of his food and just ordered a piece of chocolate cake that is making my mouth water. How am I supposed to finish what is in front of me and think about the cake too? I also want to mention that I erroneously picked up a salt shaker before I started to eat... Not needed, nothing needed salt at all, everything was perfectly seasoned. Well, I am calling it, I will take the rest with me and figure something out. Maybe one day I will be in the area again.

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    Micheaux's Southern Cuisine - Oxtails

    Oxtails

    Micheaux's Southern Cuisine - Smothered pork chops, Mac n cheese, candied yams

    Smothered pork chops, Mac n cheese, candied yams

    Micheaux's Southern Cuisine - 6850 Highway 6 Ste 200 Missouri City TX 77459

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    6850 Highway 6 Ste 200 Missouri City TX 77459

    Kulture - southern - Updated October 2026

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