Day & Night Almeda 24HR Cafe

As someone who brings thousands of eyes to every spot I feature, I always want to be fair and transparent. My recent visit to Day & Night Almeda had some highs and lows. On the downside, the restaurant wasn’t fully ready for me. At the time of my visit, there was no bread, no orange juice, and no drinks available. For a brunch spot, those are pretty important, and I hope management addresses this soon. That said, the catfish and grits are absolutely worth the trip. Perfectly seasoned, cooked just right, and one of the best versions I’ve had in Houston. That dish alone tells me this place has serious potential. I’ll definitely circle back at a later date once they smooth out the basics, because with the right adjustments, Day & Night Almeda could really shine.

Pretty dope spot. The selection of music to go with the experience of the food was sexy. I was making love to my food. Service wasn't bad but depends on who you get. The hot honey wings with the red velvet waffles topped with Apple pie was freaking great. Almost threw my wallet at the cook to tell them to keep my money lol. Overall its a really good brunch spot. You won't regret it.

The food was really tasty. The portion was perfect. The waiter we had Mari was excellent. I have no complaints. I will definitely come back.!!

First time here since the new management and the food was GREAT! Our waitress, Fe, was very accommodating and funny. She made sure we had what we needed while we waited for our food. She was knowledgeable about the menu and accurate on our selections. The food was really good, served hot and fresh. Although our fish was cold on one serving, the staff and management was accommodating. I definitely will be back.

We really enjoyed brunch here! It was $20 to park behind the building. We went on a Saturday around 3pm and there was no wait to be seated. The drinks were great and the customer service was abundant from the moment we walked in. We ordered oxtails & grits and the chicken & waffles both flavorful and fresh. We’ll be back!

Tried Day and Night Wall Street Café shortly after they opened, and my experience was a mix of highs and lows but I'm not giving up on them yet. In the morning, I had the French toast breakfast sandwich. It was okay the bread was oddly both hard and soft, but still had a decent flavor overall. I also had the catfish and grits. The catfish? Amazing. Perfectly seasoned and cooked just right. The grits, on the other hand, were kind of bland and lacked that "it" factor definitely could've used more seasoning. I came back later that night for a quick drink and snack. The strawberry margarita tasted like it was made with cheap tequila and wasn't fully frozen, which made it fall flat. I also got the mozzarella sticks they were actually fantastic, but they were out of marinara sauce. I dipped them in ranch, which was okay, but it wasn't the same I definitely needed a real dipping sauce. All that said, they just opened, and I'm giving them grace. The menu has promise, and I'm genuinely interested in trying more. Looking forward to seeing how they grow and improve over time

The service was great. The server was very nice . It is pretty busy but that to be expected on a Sunday. I did want to purchase a hookah but I don’t think the button works that’s on table. The waffles omg delicious. the oxtail and grits were also great never had the combo before. The honey hot lemon pepper was about a 3 . I didn’t like the sauce, it was sweet but it was something with the sauce I don’t like but I’m not a fan of a wet wings either. I was told it was dry wings but it wasn’t that big of a deal . so I wanted to try it but the sauce needs some work. Overall great experience. I’m just a picky eater but I would definitely go back.

This place has alot of potential, parking sucks, the food was good but really overpriced compared to other establishments Ive been to for brunch w similar food choices. The alcoholic drinks taste good as far as flavor but w a only drop of alcohol dont expect a small buzz even after 5drinks. We were seated on the patio in which they did have fans which was a plus, waitress was nice but they all seemed confused to where food/drinks were going, we seriously got asked if every item that was brought outside if it was ours but they belonged to other tables 🤔 We would have loved for them to turn on some music like they had on in the inside, there were speakers and we even asked...didnt happen. Overall I give it 3 stars for an average experience, most likely not enough to return. We were there from 12 to 3pm on a Saturday

Food had good flavor. Service was Great! Ambiance was cool...90's and 2000's RnB playing. I'll be back!

I've been wanting to try Day & Night since they opened...i finally learned that they reopened so I had to get in!...knowing that this location was on Almeda, I knew to expect some parking challenges. There are not alot of options. I ended up valeting at the bar next door for $20. My friend parked in the tiny parking space in front of the restaurant...WHY IS IT STILL $20??? That's actually wild but we did not let that discourage us because hey, its Houston *shrug* Anywhoo...we were greet by the nice waitresses and was seated. The menu was easy to glance over. I ordered a drink and chicken and spaghetti plate! The food came out fresh. The chicken 10/10!! I liked the spaghetti but it was a little too spicy for me. 7.5/10 They do charge a 15% gratuity for dine in which is fine bc I always tip 20%. Truthfully, the bill was so reasonable, my friend and I couldnt believe it. You cant go to alot of places in house and spend $40 on food and a drink! I will for sure be back!

Please be careful with where you park. The parking lot is pretty small and depending on the time you come, they may charge/tow. Street parking is always limited so be aware of the signs. All orders will have 15% gratuity so please check your tab. Our waitress Ms. Glenda felt like our very own auntie. She was super friendly, told what kind of modifications were possible and brought out all kinds of fixing to ensure we enjoyed our meal. The drinks were a 7/10. I ordered the a frozen blueberry mimosa and the drink was shaved ice and champagne then actually frozen. Now food! 8.9/10 and it's not a full 10/10 due to seasoning and cook preferences. I ordered the fried catfish which was seasoned to perfection but I wish the fish was fried a little harder. The spaghetti was made with turkey meat and for it be a side, I needed a full bowl. Full of southern comfort and flavor, I would go back and just order spaghetti. The greens also came full of favor and freshness. The fried pork chop was very crispy and flavorful! The hot sauce was a nice touch but not needed. The shrimp and grits were not my favorite, the grits lacked flavor and even with the addition of sugar and salt, I preferred the shrimp only. The inside is rather small so don't be afraid to eat outside. Even on a Houston afternoon outside, we were not hot.

They are closed for remolding... Hours need to say closed until work is done. I drove from League City, mouthwatering and all wanting to try this place, but to be let down by them being closed. I drove all the way here in the rain. SMH Owners, don't have people driving up here to patronize your business, but you are closed. Update all your social media platforms. I'm just saying, do better. }:{

Food is super good and inexpensive! They do have an automatic 15% gratuity. Our server was very kind but a little slow and forgot a few items a few times. A very casual ambiance we sat outside and it was nice and comfortable multiple TVs and fans. Would definitely recommend. And they're open 24 hours

Tried Day and Night Wall Street Café shortly after they opened, and my experience was a mix of highs and lows but I'm not giving up on them yet. In the morning, I had the French toast breakfast sandwich. It was okay the bread was oddly both hard and soft, but still had a decent flavor overall. I also had the catfish and grits. The catfish? Amazing. Perfectly seasoned and cooked just right. The grits, on the other hand, were kind of bland and lacked that "it" factor definitely could've used more seasoning. I came back later that night for a quick drink and snack. The strawberry margarita tasted like it was made with cheap tequila and wasn't fully frozen, which made it fall flat. I also got the mozzarella sticks they were actually fantastic, but they were out of marinara sauce. I dipped them in ranch, which was okay, but it wasn't the same I definitely needed a real dipping sauce. All that said, they just opened, and I'm giving them grace. The menu has promise, and I'm genuinely interested in trying more. Looking forward to seeing how they grow and improve over time

Houston has a new Black owned, 24 hour cafe right in the heart of Almeda! This is going to be a hit for those late night cravings, after hours spot, and night cap! They are offering a variety of lunch & dinner with brunch being served all day. The inside is pretty small, like a small diner with a few high-top tables and seats at the bar. However, there's a nice patio for outdoor seating, a full bar and they offer hookah. The parking lot is very small, as is all around Almeda, but unfortunately they were charging $20 to park there. I found free street parking since it was before 8pm. I went on a Friday evening during Memorial Day Weekend, before going to a show with a friend. We opted to sit at the bar as it was too hot and humid outside and the tables were pretty full but it wasn't overwhelmingly busy. At the bar, the bartender gave us water and took our order. The place was pretty lively and the bartender was very attentive to us. We asked for suggestions and the Cajun Cream Pasta and Fish & Spaghetti were the high recommendations so we ordered those. For drinks, I got the Day & Night Koolaid and my friend order the Lavender French 75. It did not take long for our food to come out as we still had our first drinks when it did. The Fish & Spaghetti came out in a bowl with the fish on top. I am elated that they used real Catfish as some restaurants try to use Swai instead. The food was hot and fresh! The fish was seasoned and fried well. All I needed was some slices of white bread to go with it. The spaghetti was made with the ground beef, which I liked. But it did not have enough pasta sauce for me. I prefer more sauce especially for my noodles to soak up. So I asked for some extra on the side and it was still more meat and grease. Other than that, the meal was still good. I shared my feedback with the bartender as well. My friend said that she enjoyed her Cajun Cream Pasta with chicken. Overall, I think they are off to a good start. I would suggest to keep in mind that the place is small on the inside so there may be a wait if you're not taking it to go or sitting on the patio. If you do the street parking be mindful of the signs so that you don't get towed or ticketed. Also note that there is a 15% gratuity added to all checks. They are new so give them some grace and patience when you visit!

I visit on memorial day. It was a quick restroom visit. This place was full of customers. Restroom is one personal at a time only. It could've use some attention. But giving this eventful day, I can understand. Their was toilet paper, and got water with soap, all work properly. And I was blessed to be able to utilize without being a customer in the moment. So I'm very grateful. I do plan to return and try this place. Very excited about a 24 hour black own eatery in Houston.

Great service. Bartender with locs was very friendly. The parking lot is small and there is no public WiFi. There is a nice outdoor area. I really enjoyed the waffle. The wings could have had a little more flavor but good overall. Will definitely return.

I will never patronize this establishment. As a date night my husband went there to have dinner on a Sunday. We never made it into the restaurant because the parking attendants stated it would cost us $20 to park. We do not mind valet but paying a fee to go inside and pay to eat is a big NO for us. Sorry not sorry.

Service terrible. Food burnt. Service again terrible. Water nasty please get a filter. Waitress quit mid day I mean I would too. Ordered a sprite took 2 hours. Food again not good. Wouldn't recommend to my worst enemy.

So I gave this place some grace. We came back for a birthday brunch and all I can say is success! Food was always on point but this time service matched. Ambiance was great we were outside but it was really nice decent music everything really good. I would recommend and will be back

Potential employees & customers beware... This place has a bad track record of NOT paying their employees & Overcharging customers... on top of bad service. One place I always avoid when I'm in town. Food is not bad, but not worth the experience.

Poor Visited for lunch with 3 associates. The air condition vent was dripping on our table. They had no French fries, lettuce or tomatoes for the hamburger order although it's on the menu. Charged gratuity to the total bill before calculating the tax and attempted to up charge higher than the stated price on the menu.

We were excited to try this new spot. We heard about it from social media, so we decided to give it a try! We went around 11am one weekend. It was already pretty busy and we were told to seat ourselves. We luckily found space at the bar. One girl was using the seat next to her to hold her and friends purses -- very inconsiderate when people are trying to find a chair or spot to sit at. It took about 20 minutes until someone came to take our order, and serve us water, and then another 30 minutes to receive our food. We understood that they were busy since they had just opened, but almost an hour to receive our food seems a little much. Our food was good, so we were happy (relieved) about that, but we were hearing that they were out of certain dishes and it wasn't even 1pm yet -- a little concerning since this is a 24/7 establishment. It took another 15 minutes to wave someone down for our check. The check was not itemized, so I had no way of knowing that gratuity is already included in the bill, which Isn't right. I'd like to know how much the auto gratuity is, especially if the service is slow! I think some of the patrons are just there to hang out/drink all day, so they take up the space when there are others that would actual like to eat and go on with their day. There is some free street parking if you're lucky, and they have a small parking lot available. I think the concept is cool and the food is good, but they need to hire more staff, keep the food stocked, provide itemized receipts, and do a better job of managing the seating.

Cool spot kinda small. Decor nice. Inside and outside seating. Everyone was very friendly and full of smiles. Automatic 15% gratuity. Drinks could have a better kick for $14 but tasty. Its slow food not fast food so do not expect it to come out fast. Catfish, grits and pancakes were delish. They were out of salmon at 1pm but definitely will come back and try the salmon breakfast tacos thats original. They have Hookah and hopefully only outside.

We visited this spot last night. The service was attentive overall, but unfortunately, the food didn't quite meet expectations. I ordered the salmon with mac and cheese and greens. Our server was friendly but wasn't able to offer any recommendations, as she mentioned she hadn't tried most of the menu. I asked if she could check with a coworker, and someone else did come over and provide a few suggestions, which I appreciated. As for the food -- it wasn't hot when it arrived. The mac and cheese was disappointing: the noodles were overcooked and the flavor just wasn't there. The greens were okay, but I've definitely had better. I ended up swapping the mac and cheese for fries, but the first batch came out with mostly hard end pieces, so I sent them back. Thankfully, the replacement fries were hot and much better. My friend ordered the lamb chops with French toast. The lamb was tasty, but the portion was very small. At one point, a gentleman sitting nearby, who seemed to be affiliated with the restaurant, asked if I liked the salmon. I responded, and he went to the back, but didn't introduce himself or follow up. I did notice the owner was present during our visit, but he left before we did -- otherwise, I would have shared my feedback directly. The restrooms also needed attention -- there was no soap. We mentioned it to our server, and she addressed it quickly. Though Mia wasn't our main server, she stepped in to help and was very attentive, which we appreciated. Overall, while the service had its strong points, the food and overall experience left room for improvement. Also they didn't have any bags to put our food in.

Love love love this place! It's CRACKING EVERY TIME I GO and the ambiance is wonderful! I tried the ox tails and grits and OMG...they are to die for! The service is to be expected with any NEW business that has been open round the clock since opening..(and STAYS full) kinks to be worked out but everyone is nice so it will be WORTH THE WAIT!

Had the oxtail pasta, chicken wings and the fish and spaghetti. Food was great, will definitely visit again. The service is good as well.