The 8 Best Soul Food Restaurants In Houston

"Most people who stroll into Alfreda’s Soul Food, a Third Ward spot, are on a takeout mission—Alfreda’s is more about the food than the ambiance. But with the smells of fried chicken and smothered pork chops wafting through the dining room, even a busy Uber Eats driver would take a seat to wait for an order. The warmth at Alfreda’s extends beyond the staff (who will almost certainly call you honey) and reaches every bite of buttered cornbread, brined collard greens, and gravy-drizzled oxtail. Grab a large sweet tea and contemplate why it always tastes sweeter in a styrofoam cup." - gianni greene