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Alfreda's Cafeteria

5101 Almeda
Houston, TX 77004
Third Ward
713-528-0020
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  • Alfreda's Cafeteria

Details

  • Daily 7am-6pm
  • $
  • Order Online, Smoking, Takeout, Wheelchair accessible
  • Private-group dining
  • Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch
  • No Alcohol
  • Lot available
  • Not accepted
Soul Food Southern
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This cafeteria-style restaurant on Almeda is like a smaller version of This Is It, with all of the heart and soul intact in a comfortable, homey setting. Standouts on the steam table here are the oxtails, chicken and catfish, as well as the bacon fat-laden green beans and cabbage, all of which are served with a genuine smile. Portions are immense, so beware: You won't be walking out of here hungry, or with room for dessert. Luckily, Alfreda's packages its desserts (try the banana pudding) to go, so you can enjoy them later.

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