I'm a snob when it comes to beef tips and rice/veggies. The absolute best beef tips I've ever had. EVER. Grab on order on your next visit. Absolutely incredible. Troy L read more

"I need to eat here some time." I kept saying that every time I crossed the railroad track on the way to the government offices. Real Southern Cooking appeared to be the tiny self-proprietor choke-and-puke that I love. Well, I tried it today. The Hunny and I have been married for 21 years, and between all of the choices, this is the one where we went for our anniversary. Real Southern Cooking looks more cafe than restaurant. Not fancy at all, just a few tables in a small area. The entire menu fits on two 8.5x11 pieces of paper on the wall. It appeals to those who say "I just want good food at a low price" - um, like me. It felt down home, too. We were surprised to see a Hispanic mama & her son behind the counter; service with a smile. The black man I expected in the back was seated at a table, finishing his lunch, and he was not only informative about the spice on everything, but friendly after witnessing us praying before eating. Some utility workers came in too, "I wish I could order everything!" It appears to be a place with a daily clientele. We both had chicken: the Hunny, chicken spaghetti, me, fried chicken. She liked hers, but found it a little spicy, like the chef included Rotel Tomatoes in the sauce. I had three small pieces, and it reminded me of extra-crunchy skin at places like Krispy Krunchy Chicken. The meat was tender and not too hot. 2 sides are included, and the amount of red beans & rice I got was larger than a mere side. Real Southern Cooking is indeed one of those places that fits the Southern diner stereotype, including the good food at a low price. Not totally Texas, but totally Southern. If you're traveling on I-10, it is located downtown, a few miles off the freeway. A few more items on the menu would take it up to 5-star territory; as you see, many Yelpers have it there now. Enjoy it now, ya hear? read more

The food was outstanding! The staff was very friendly! Felt like a home cooked meal! This is my new spot on the road!!

Quick service, large portions and great tasting southern cooking. Had the ox tails with cabbage and red beans with corn bread. Couldn't eat it all. read more

Real Southern Cooking - Ox tails w cabbage and red beans. - Soul Food Near Me - Orange, Texas

Food was delicious with large portions. Truthfully, too much food. Prices were great. Staff extremely helpful. Definitely no room to try dessert. Place nothing to look at, but clean and food was worth the stop and will return when back in that area. read more

Feels like eating at Big Momma's house. Food was seasoned to perfection and brought me back to my childhood when I would go eat at my grandmother's (Big Momma) house. read more

Real Southern Cooking - The updated menu prices - Soul Food Near Me - Orange, Texas

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OMG this is my spot . I don't and won't cook again. I am hitting Real Southern 3 to 4 times a week. Every thing I have ordered was as if my mother had prepared it.. I am funny about who say southern cooking . Don't call opening a can of Glory cooking. This is not that kind of cooking. Corn bread to die for, greens to kill for the sweet potatoes make you fall in love.listen 3 to 4 times a week. I have had the fried chicken, oxtail, chicken tenders, turkey necks and the meat loaf .Every order was made perfect. read more

The people serving are as friendly as they come. The pictures of the food speaks for itself. I recommend highly. read more

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I got the catfish and shrimp plate. Had the sweet potato and collars. The light cornmeal crunchy fish and shrimp was amazing. Collars were solid and simple. Sweet potatoes chunky and soft like it was thanksgiving day. Like the name of the place, Real (good) southern cooking. read more

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GREAT food with GREAT customer service as soon as you walk in. Some of THEE Best country cooking I have come across while working around Texas. Definitely a must stop! read more

In town due to Hurricane Ida and I'm so glad we found this place. The food is sooo good! If you want some good soul food then this is the place. I had the macaroni ( SOOO GOOD!!) with the fried fish. I also tasted the okra, sooo good!! They close for 5 and I had a craving for them at 5:50 I will definitely make my way over there before I head back to NOLA! read more

Had the Smothered pork chops in gravy, with corn and cabbage. Reminds me of Creole cooking from Louisiana. Loved the sweet potato pie! Also tasted the beef tips in gravy, delicious. read more

Real Southern Cooking - Smothered Pork Chop, with Cabbage and corn. - Soul Food Near Me - Orange, Texas

Excellent home cooked food. Don't let the outside fool you. Super clean. Super sweet ladies running the kitchen. Will go back again and again. read more

It was an absolute pleasure visiting the place and eating here. Amazing energy and the food was DELICIOUS! And that's feels like an understatement. It's like visiting your grandma and eating all her food. I love the people and I'll be visiting you guys soon ! read more