This is a hardcore authentic South Louisiana hole in the wall Creole seafood restaurant. The menu is whatever Pam tells you they have when you get there. Don't worry there are plenty of choices and there's always gumbo and etouffee. The flavors deep, dark, a little funky. Service is minimal - you order at the counter, she brings you the food, then you go back to the counter and get your silverware and napkins. There are at least two TVs on different channels and turned to max volume. I you're the only one in the dining room you can watch whatever you want. The place is dirty - the kitchen is in the middle of the first room and the pots are black with rolling fire. Like I said, authentic. The furniture is scratched and old and cheap. This restaurant and Pam herself are right out of Central Casting for a South Louisiana bayou. There may not be another place like this in Houston and for that reason alone it's worth going.
Absolutely delicious. We were greeted warmly as we entered for lunch. We got shrimp & grits and stuffed bell pepper with greens and black eyed pea sides. I have no complaints whatsoever. Highly recommended.
If you're looking for the most flavorful food... coming here is a must. You will get a greeting like no other as soon as you walk in the door. Pam will make you feel at home and explain all of her dishes. The best home cooked meal around. This is 10 times better than any restaurant food. The stuffed bell pepper is loaded with flavor. The smothered pork chops are perfect. You have to try the collard greens and okra.
It was worth the 35 mile drive for us.
They gave us a sample of the gumbo, it was wonderful. I ordered some to go after my meal.
We will definitely be back.
Had heard the hype. Have meant to try it sooner, but timing never fell into place. Stepped in and Pam came from behind the counter and gave me a big hug and a sample of gumbo. Already knew I wanted the etouffee. Had collard greens and candied yams as sides. Just had to close my eyes and I was in Louisiana. So good. I'm such a fool for not coming sooner.
I had been wanting to visit this restaurant and I’m so upset that I took me so long to do so. The customer service was great but the food….. Omggggg! The food left me speechless to say the least. Literally! Everything on my plate was more than what I expected. The oxtails were so tender. Everything was seasoned so well. I will definitely be back!
Everything was homemade from the heart and delicious.
The shrimp were so big.
The Mac and cheese kept after a few days because it was so much.
Bread pudding yes yes yes.
The berry cobbler was a delight.
You will Love Le’Pams!
Straight from her Grandmas recipes.
Fried Chicken, Gumbo (both seafood & chicken&sausage) , Porkchops, Catfish, BreadPudding….yes! You know these are great! Counter order, then they bring it out.
Excellent service!!
Was on this side of town for a appointment and happened to discover this gem. The hospitality the owner showed was above beyond and definitely made my day! Let’s get to the food I sampled a piece of the oxtail and it was soooo tender fall off the bone and seasoned I was second guessing my fried chicken order for a minute lol. But I got fried chicken wings yams Mac and cheese and a side of cabbage when I say the wings were huge flavorful and so crispy the Mac and cheese and yams were also delicious but the cabbage was definitely my favorite I wanted to drink the cabbage juice that’s how good it was. I also order a blueberry cobbler and it was yummy. I will definitely be back even tho it is a hour drive from me the hospitality and food is definitely worth it!!!!
John Pozadzides (John P.)
+5
If you want some good Louisiana home cooking, you need to come see Pam! From the moment we arrived she was warm and welcoming, and immediately gave us a sample of some gumbo when she learned it was our first visit. What an expert move that was!!! Once you try a bite, she's gotcha! ;-)
We had gumbo, jambalaya, and bread pudding. PAM CAN COOK! Needless to say, we'll be back for more. And I highly recommend you go too!
Stopped by for the first time, looking for gumbo. I made it right as they were getting ready to close up and was greeted by the owner...Pam. She was so friendly and welcoming, full of life as if we had met before. She offered samples when she found out it was my first visit, she was very proud of her food and after tasting it, I understand why. The taste of gumbo itself had me sold. Then she gave me a taste of her oxtails, which were so tender, my goodness. Last was the taste of her chocolate sock it to me cake...with her special icing, it was moist and just melted in your mouth, so delicious. To wrap up the experience, she had the gentleman assisting her...carry my items to my car since he had his face mask on for safety. I couldn't have asked for a better experience as a first time customer.
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