We were feeling some real real soul food and I had searched it in the past and came across Mr A Ok's and decided to finally give it a try. We ordered some fried chicken with fried okra and Mac and cheese, and meatloaf with mashed potatoes brown gravy, and black eyed peas, the meals include bread, cornbread or I believe Texas toast, we went with the cornbread. We also did an order of their soup rolls, and a banana pudding for dessert. Let's start with the soul rolls, these are egg roll wrappers filled with a mix of Mac and cheese, collard greens, and meat loaf, with a side of brown gravy for dipping, so you know a nice lite dish, but man is it good. I love any kind of properly done egg roll, and especially enjoy twists on it, and these are a great one. The mix of the creamy Mac and cheese, the tender meatloaf, with the slight freshness but also deep flavor of the stewed collards all wrapped in the perfectly crispy shell, dipped into the rich gravy makes for one outstanding dish. 3 come to an order so you may want 5 or 10 orders, unless there is more than one of you. The fried chicken was very good, nice and crispy, perfectly seasoned, and still juicy on the inside. It was great on its own, or doused in a splash of hot sauce. It is definitely a good choice. The fried okra was excellent, it truly appeared to be real fresh okra that they breaded in a corn meal breading and fried, to often it seems to come out of a bag. But the texture of this was amazing. The black eyes peas were good, but nothing special in my opinion, as I said good but I would rather more okra or something probably. All in all a good plate. The meatloaf was very good, tender meat smothered in gravy and good flavor over all. The Mac and cheese was excellent, a nice creamy rich sauce, making a great side choice. The mashed potatoes and gravy were also good, good texture and flavor, but also they were mashed potatoes so not overly wowing perhaps but still good, and always a classic side for meatloaf. This was another very good plate. Onto dessert and bread, in this case cornbread, I like cornbread in general, and especially like good cornbread, and this was very good cornbread. Sweet and tender and very flavorful, I definitely recommend going the cornbread route, especially when warm with a pat of butter, so good. Banana pudding may be the quintessential Southern dessert, or at least up there with the top of the list, and Mr A Ok makes a good one, pretty straight forward, but so good. I mean it's really just pudding, sliced bananas, Nilla wafer cookies, and some whipped cream, but when combined they make magic, and Mr A Ok does not disappoint with his combination. So at the end of the day, I highly recommend Mr A Ok's for a true taste of Southern soul food. On our next visit it will be a tough choice between what we have already tried or something new like a smothered pork chop, or fried catfish, same for the sides, but I am sure the order will include some okra, Mac and cheese, banana pudding, soup rolls, and of course that outstanding cornbread no matter what else we get. So come get some Southern soul.
LeAnne Macias Ewing
It was so good! The food was amazing and the service was on point!
Adriana C.
The food was absolutely delicious and the waitress was so sweet. I brought my two toddlers in and they were fussy but she was so kind. The ox tails were amazing. My mom and sister had the meatloaf and chicken and we shared everything it was so good! We will be back!
Shawn W.
Pretty decent little spot hidden away among other shops. If you were not looking for this place it would be one of those places you would probably keep driving past due to the location and how the front is facing. There are no obvious signs near the street letting you know it is there. I still found it and my tummy found the food to be tasty and worth going to. This establishment prides itself on southern cooking and there are more than a few spots in San Antonio that lay claim to this. The difference between this place and others is that it is one of the few to get it right. Also less places in San Antonio get soul food correct. It is one of those situations in some places where people form opinions of food without sampling the real deal which happens a great deal in San Antonio. Not all Southern food is considered soul food, all soul food is definitely Southern. If you have to ask then you will not understand. I was very impressed on the night I went as it was getting close to closing. The people there were very welcoming and was not that rolling of the eye feel when you come in late as they start to prep for closing. The comforting food was definitely what I need on this night. There was a good amount to choose from on the menu and despite it not being a Cheesecake Factory book of secrets menu thick guide I had a hard time making a decision. I went with the chicken fried steak (covered not smothered), corn bread, mac-n-cheese, and fried okra. All was good and you can tell the breaded okra was no store bought okra along with the mac-n-cheese. The mac-n-cheese was good and reminded me of when I would try to get that corner piece when your aunt (the one that knows how to cook) brings a plate over for family dinner. Chicken fried steak had a nice coating that was not over seasoned and the gravy provided some good dipping for the cornbread. A good place to check out if you want some good food from the south.
Jay R.
Great flavorful food! Was pleasantly surprised by the great home cookin! Short staffed so expected a longer wait.
Noemi Arce Madrigal
Food is delicious, service is friendly, will return to this place
Sandra Gonzalez
Omg so far the best southern cooking i have had in town. The food was delicious and flavorful not like some other soul food places I have tried in SA. Check them out the staff and owner very friendly too
Anthony H.
Oh my goodness. Freaking amazing. I really have longed for some decent meatloaf and this hit the spot. Wish I knew how to make it. Everything was delicious. Staff was amazing. I definitely will be back! Love this place...it's just plain good. Sorry I didn't take pictures!
Jasmine D.
I came here for lunch and lets just say when I got my food, there was absolute silence...that's how you know the food is good!!! I got the soul food egg rolls as an appetizer and the special of the day (beef tips on a bed of rice w/ a side of cornbread, Mac and cheese, and cabbage). Mr A Ok understands the assignment and delivered! Thank you to the staff as well! Very friendly and made me feel very comfortable in there establishment. I will be returning soon!!
Juan E.
My wife and I are definitely giving this place 5 stars! From the minute we walked into the door the customer service was outstanding! We tried the soulfood egg rolls as an appetizer they were amazing! My wife had the "special of the day" chicken fried steak, mac n cheese, green beans (you pick your own sides), cornbread, and kool-aid (Mr. A Ok's mix was good). I had the smothered porkchops which were beyond amazing I also had mac n cheese, fried okra, cornbread, and kool-aid! If you have not been to this place we I highly recommend you stop by and give it a try! You won't be disappointed!!! We took banana pudding and lemon cake to go! Lol
This locally-owned family restaurant has the BEST food and the nicest staff! We discovered it by accident one Sunday several years ago, when they were in the original location off Rittiman, and we’ve been dining here since their move, because it just gets better with ever visit. The meatloaf with red sauce is our favorite, but the fried fish and the chicken are delicious, and their mac & cheese is the best! Be sure to try the sou rolls— and if you’re fortunate enough to go on a day when the special is turkey & dressing, order it quick, because it sells out fast. Their cornbread is legendary. (P.S. We’ve used their catering, too, on several occasions and Mr. A Ok’s always makes our events a success, because their customer service is as awesome as their cuisine.) This place is a local treasure and there’s ample reason that local restaurant critics give Mr. A Ok’s such consistently high marks!
Renee M.
Soul food heaven! The dining room is open! Fried chicken and fried pork chop as good (probably better) than your mama or grandma ever made. Every side is a delight: I like the mac and cheese and the sweet yams, husband likes the greens and mashed taters. We both enjoy the delightful corn bread. The soul rolls are comfort food in an egg roll wrapper, served with gravy. Only problem: no room for dessert. Go for the food - the decor and dining room are pretty plain, but the food does not require a fancy showcase: it stands on it's own merit. The new location on Walzem is much bigger - so more room to eat in. The wait staff is super friendly. Our waitress could see we were drinking a good amount of unsweetened tea - so she fresh brewed another pot and brought it straight to our table. This is honest comfort food from a scratch kitchen and well worth the drive to check out their awesome food.
Lynette E.
Decent to good soul food. Just a bit pricey but not surprising. Upcoming soul food area in SA
marian r.
This place is absolutely delicious!!! It's not at all fancy. There's some tables and a TV on the wall and the greatest fried chicken you ever tasted. Chicken isn't pre-fried, they start frying when you order it so it's nice n hot when it gets to you . The ladies who serve are the sweetest . They have chicken and waffles ( I'll try next time) and desserts that I was too full to order any. Don't remember the rest of the menu but a great little place to get some good soul food.
Lara P.
Come hungry because you will love this place. It's definitely not a fancy atmosphere, but the food and service will exceed your expectations. Fried catfish, candied yams and cornbread that has been soaked in butter. And OMG, the desserts to die for. This is southern food like grandma used to make. Definitely add this to your restaurant bucket list.
We were feeling some real real soul food and I had searched it in the past and came across Mr A Ok's and decided to finally give it a try. We ordered some fried chicken with fried okra and Mac and cheese, and meatloaf with mashed potatoes brown gravy, and black eyed peas, the meals include bread, cornbread or I believe Texas toast, we went with the cornbread. We also did an order of their soup rolls, and a banana pudding for dessert. Let's start with the soul rolls, these are egg roll wrappers filled with a mix of Mac and cheese, collard greens, and meat loaf, with a side of brown gravy for dipping, so you know a nice lite dish, but man is it good. I love any kind of properly done egg roll, and especially enjoy twists on it, and these are a great one. The mix of the creamy Mac and cheese, the tender meatloaf, with the slight freshness but also deep flavor of the stewed collards all wrapped in the perfectly crispy shell, dipped into the rich gravy makes for one outstanding dish. 3 come to an order so you may want 5 or 10 orders, unless there is more than one of you. The fried chicken was very good, nice and crispy, perfectly seasoned, and still juicy on the inside. It was great on its own, or doused in a splash of hot sauce. It is definitely a good choice. The fried okra was excellent, it truly appeared to be real fresh okra that they breaded in a corn meal breading and fried, to often it seems to come out of a bag. But the texture of this was amazing. The black eyes peas were good, but nothing special in my opinion, as I said good but I would rather more okra or something probably. All in all a good plate. The meatloaf was very good, tender meat smothered in gravy and good flavor over all. The Mac and cheese was excellent, a nice creamy rich sauce, making a great side choice. The mashed potatoes and gravy were also good, good texture and flavor, but also they were mashed potatoes so not overly wowing perhaps but still good, and always a classic side for meatloaf. This was another very good plate. Onto dessert and bread, in this case cornbread, I like cornbread in general, and especially like good cornbread, and this was very good cornbread. Sweet and tender and very flavorful, I definitely recommend going the cornbread route, especially when warm with a pat of butter, so good. Banana pudding may be the quintessential Southern dessert, or at least up there with the top of the list, and Mr A Ok makes a good one, pretty straight forward, but so good. I mean it's really just pudding, sliced bananas, Nilla wafer cookies, and some whipped cream, but when combined they make magic, and Mr A Ok does not disappoint with his combination. So at the end of the day, I highly recommend Mr A Ok's for a true taste of Southern soul food. On our next visit it will be a tough choice between what we have already tried or something new like a smothered pork chop, or fried catfish, same for the sides, but I am sure the order will include some okra, Mac and cheese, banana pudding, soup rolls, and of course that outstanding cornbread no matter what else we get. So come get some Southern soul.
It was so good! The food was amazing and the service was on point!
The food was absolutely delicious and the waitress was so sweet. I brought my two toddlers in and they were fussy but she was so kind. The ox tails were amazing. My mom and sister had the meatloaf and chicken and we shared everything it was so good! We will be back!
Pretty decent little spot hidden away among other shops. If you were not looking for this place it would be one of those places you would probably keep driving past due to the location and how the front is facing. There are no obvious signs near the street letting you know it is there. I still found it and my tummy found the food to be tasty and worth going to. This establishment prides itself on southern cooking and there are more than a few spots in San Antonio that lay claim to this. The difference between this place and others is that it is one of the few to get it right. Also less places in San Antonio get soul food correct. It is one of those situations in some places where people form opinions of food without sampling the real deal which happens a great deal in San Antonio. Not all Southern food is considered soul food, all soul food is definitely Southern. If you have to ask then you will not understand. I was very impressed on the night I went as it was getting close to closing. The people there were very welcoming and was not that rolling of the eye feel when you come in late as they start to prep for closing. The comforting food was definitely what I need on this night. There was a good amount to choose from on the menu and despite it not being a Cheesecake Factory book of secrets menu thick guide I had a hard time making a decision. I went with the chicken fried steak (covered not smothered), corn bread, mac-n-cheese, and fried okra. All was good and you can tell the breaded okra was no store bought okra along with the mac-n-cheese. The mac-n-cheese was good and reminded me of when I would try to get that corner piece when your aunt (the one that knows how to cook) brings a plate over for family dinner. Chicken fried steak had a nice coating that was not over seasoned and the gravy provided some good dipping for the cornbread. A good place to check out if you want some good food from the south.
Great flavorful food! Was pleasantly surprised by the great home cookin! Short staffed so expected a longer wait.
Food is delicious, service is friendly, will return to this place
Omg so far the best southern cooking i have had in town. The food was delicious and flavorful not like some other soul food places I have tried in SA. Check them out the staff and owner very friendly too
Oh my goodness. Freaking amazing. I really have longed for some decent meatloaf and this hit the spot. Wish I knew how to make it. Everything was delicious. Staff was amazing. I definitely will be back! Love this place...it's just plain good. Sorry I didn't take pictures!
I came here for lunch and lets just say when I got my food, there was absolute silence...that's how you know the food is good!!! I got the soul food egg rolls as an appetizer and the special of the day (beef tips on a bed of rice w/ a side of cornbread, Mac and cheese, and cabbage). Mr A Ok understands the assignment and delivered! Thank you to the staff as well! Very friendly and made me feel very comfortable in there establishment. I will be returning soon!!
My wife and I are definitely giving this place 5 stars! From the minute we walked into the door the customer service was outstanding! We tried the soulfood egg rolls as an appetizer they were amazing! My wife had the "special of the day" chicken fried steak, mac n cheese, green beans (you pick your own sides), cornbread, and kool-aid (Mr. A Ok's mix was good). I had the smothered porkchops which were beyond amazing I also had mac n cheese, fried okra, cornbread, and kool-aid! If you have not been to this place we I highly recommend you stop by and give it a try! You won't be disappointed!!! We took banana pudding and lemon cake to go! Lol
Restaurantji Recommends
This locally-owned family restaurant has the BEST food and the nicest staff! We discovered it by accident one Sunday several years ago, when they were in the original location off Rittiman, and we’ve been dining here since their move, because it just gets better with ever visit. The meatloaf with red sauce is our favorite, but the fried fish and the chicken are delicious, and their mac & cheese is the best! Be sure to try the sou rolls— and if you’re fortunate enough to go on a day when the special is turkey & dressing, order it quick, because it sells out fast. Their cornbread is legendary. (P.S. We’ve used their catering, too, on several occasions and Mr. A Ok’s always makes our events a success, because their customer service is as awesome as their cuisine.) This place is a local treasure and there’s ample reason that local restaurant critics give Mr. A Ok’s such consistently high marks!
Soul food heaven! The dining room is open! Fried chicken and fried pork chop as good (probably better) than your mama or grandma ever made. Every side is a delight: I like the mac and cheese and the sweet yams, husband likes the greens and mashed taters. We both enjoy the delightful corn bread. The soul rolls are comfort food in an egg roll wrapper, served with gravy. Only problem: no room for dessert. Go for the food - the decor and dining room are pretty plain, but the food does not require a fancy showcase: it stands on it's own merit. The new location on Walzem is much bigger - so more room to eat in. The wait staff is super friendly. Our waitress could see we were drinking a good amount of unsweetened tea - so she fresh brewed another pot and brought it straight to our table. This is honest comfort food from a scratch kitchen and well worth the drive to check out their awesome food.
Decent to good soul food. Just a bit pricey but not surprising. Upcoming soul food area in SA
This place is absolutely delicious!!! It's not at all fancy. There's some tables and a TV on the wall and the greatest fried chicken you ever tasted. Chicken isn't pre-fried, they start frying when you order it so it's nice n hot when it gets to you . The ladies who serve are the sweetest . They have chicken and waffles ( I'll try next time) and desserts that I was too full to order any. Don't remember the rest of the menu but a great little place to get some good soul food.
Come hungry because you will love this place. It's definitely not a fancy atmosphere, but the food and service will exceed your expectations. Fried catfish, candied yams and cornbread that has been soaked in butter. And OMG, the desserts to die for. This is southern food like grandma used to make. Definitely add this to your restaurant bucket list.