Esther's Cajun Café & Soul Food 5007 North Shepherd Drive, Houston, TX 77018

"Things that i liked - macaroni and cheese (not baked or burnt), potato salad (great flavor), and cornbread (soft and cake-like). Things that were OK - Salisbury steak (Pepper Steak) and rice. Had plenty of gravy. Plenty of leftovers including some cobbler i put in my fridge for later. lI need to try the desserts the next time I'm in town."

"1st timer and we came in through the side door it was a little confusing as far as the direction of the line but we finally “figured it out”we didn’t see a menu or anything as far as ordering options we just “figured it out” we got to the register and my husband asked what the purple juice was she didn’t hear him so I said it again and the cashier said that’s not purple and nothing else lmbo so I asked what it was she said tea okay what’s the orange juice she said that’s not orange juice that’s Kool aid lmbo again alrighty then. The total was $52 we also got cheesecake and peach cobbler with our food they were both good the sides were good but both meats were a little tough and the gravy was slightly bland but had a good flavor. The restrooms were clean."

"Esther's is well known in the Acres Homes/Studewood communities as one of THE best black owned soul food restaurants in town. The atmosphere is great, from indoor outdoor seating to the home flair interior with a touch of elegance. You're greeted with a smile, and let's not forget the lines that await you to get to the food galore (you better get there early) or the grandmas kitchen aroma. The food is amazing, and the deserts are good. Make your way to Shepherd, drive, and try it for yourself."

"I was visiting Houston and desperately wanted some soul food before traveling back home. My daughter and son-in-law highly recommended we visit Esther's. We were NOT disappointed! They offer a wide selection and dish up heaping portions of their tasty menu. Fried chicken. Peppered steak. Smothered pork chops. Oxtails. Collards. Okra. Black-eyed peas. Candied yams. Mac-n-cheese. Homemade cakes and cobbler. I could go on and on! The prices are on point (we spent $150 for seven people - with free drink refills), and the superb service was given with smiles from the staff. We didn't get a chance to meet Esther but hope to do so when we visit again. If you are visiting Houston or are even a native, GO! GO! GO!!!"