Krista Klause

We had read about this place and finally stopped in, the gumbo was amazing, along with homemade corn bread and fried shrimp. Everything was great and a very friendly staff along with the service. Great experience.

Jarrett Gillespie

As a southern boy, with both parents from Louisiana this place makes me so happy!! I feel like I'm back home and my phone grandma's table, having the smells of fried okra and cornbread. Since I was sick today I was craving comfort food, aka gumbo. Found this place online and had to try it out. Walking in it reminded me of being in a small town in southern Louisiana, where everyone knows everyone and an old lady screaming in the background. The gumbo was good! I like my rue a little darker but this is the best I've had in SA! The staff was super friendly and the gumbo hit the stop. I'll be back for sure!

chris hudson

We came to San Antonio for a Christmas getaway and Ma Harper’s was first on our list to eat!! Well we didn’t make it until Saturday but man o man was it worth the wait!! And Ma is so sweet and personable and she is a USAF veteran, it is a must to go for fresh creole food!! Fish, shrimp, gumbo and the red beans and rice. If you don’t go, you won’t know. Take care Ma and we will be back.

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monsta minds entertainment

Charming spot, the very vibrant 90 plus year old host and owner, is an amazing woman. She makes you feel at home. It felt like being invited home for dinner rather than being at a restaurant. The food was amazing. The flavors were well balanced and delicious. My daughter doesn't like restaurant cornbread, and she ate the entire thing. I recommend anything on the menu, but I loved the red beans n rice with the fried pork chop and washed it down with some swamp water. Food may take a while as it's mostly done to order, so just be patient it's not fast food. Enjoy your drink and cornbread while you wait or take in some of Ma's stories. It's definitely the place to try some southern comfort food. Can't wait to go back.

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Ken Buckner

Fantastic Creole Kitchen The gumbo was divine with Ma’s cornbread. The fried pork chop and red beans & rice and the fried shrimp po’ boy were straight out heaven. The atmosphere is inviting and meeting Ma Harper was a delight. Such a fun and lovely person. At 95 years young still stopping by each table and chatting and making sure you have what you need. What a blessing to this community she is. When in San Antonio this is a must visit place for food and conversation.

GRV

This place is for lack of better words, simply spectacular. The ambience and vibe is great. From the decor to the quality of the service and food is an overall 5 stars. Ma Harper food will meet all your expectations. Start your visit with their swamp water, which taste delicious. The award winning food will take you straight to New Orleans. This place reminds me of that part in the movie ratatouille in which the reviewer taste the food and he was taken back to his childhood favorite food, that's exactly how I felt. I highly recommend this place.

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John Washington

My original decision to visit San Antonio first was when I saw Ma Harper's Creole Kitchen on Diners,Drive-Ins and Dives on the Food Network. It did not disappoint. The gumbo was as advertised. Lots of shrimp and sausage a little spicy and the cornbread is a good complement. The catfish was cooked very well and hot as was the jumbo shrimp with a kick of spice. The rice and beans did not have as much flavor as I would have expected, but I have nothing I have eaten to compare them to. If you are looking for fancy this is not the place. If you are looking for good food, you will enjoy!

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Felt so welcomed as we entered, had an old school feel, and was clean. The shrimp, catfish, and porkchop were seasoned and fried well; the boudain sausage was packed with flavor! The cornbread was soft and buttery, the swap water wasn't too sweet , and the sweet potato pie was one of the most flavorful and soft slices I've had in awhile. I expected a little more flavor from the red beans and rice and I was really looking forward to the bread pudding but it was still cooking. Will definitely be back to try the gumbo and hopefully the bread pudding.

Claudia Banks

The food was well seasoned and served with great hospitality. The only things I didn't like were the fake catfish (swai), the old cornbread. The boudon link was good but the meat was a little too fresh for my taste. The red beans/rice, seafood gumbo, and peach cobbler are definitely homemade and 3 things I will definitely order again.

Jairus James

Great service! Chicken po boy is alright, but the fried fish is incredible.

Diana McCormick

The gumbo was exceptionally good. Had a bit of seafood and sausage. I would go back for the gumbo. The red beans and rice is a different story. If you’re into bland red beans, this is your place. I believe they needed additional help with some veggies such as onions and celery. I detected no additional flavouring either. To me it was like taking kidney beans out of a can. I would not recommend the red beans and rice. The cornbread was very good. My dining companions ordered the fried fish and their portions were ample. My fried fish for some reason was about an of an eight of inch thick.

Dez

Ma Harper's Creole Kitchen is a small, family-owned restaurant located just outside of Fort Sam Houston. They have been in business for over 20 years and are known for their delicious Creole food. The restaurant is open Thursday to Sunday from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The restaurant is small, but it has a cozy atmosphere. The walls are decorated with photos and artwork, and there is a jukebox in the corner. The staff is friendly and attentive. The food is delicious. The cornbread is especially good, and the gumbo is flavorful and hearty. Other popular dishes include the jambalaya, the shrimp and grits, and the catfish po'boys. Overall, Ma Harper's Creole Kitchen is a great place to get a delicious Creole meal. The food is reasonably priced, and the atmosphere is warm and inviting. I would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a good meal in the San Antonio area.

Vi Culbreath

We did takeout for dinner from here a few weeks ago. We did the fried pork chops entree, Fried Fish platter and Fried chicken wings with sides. Ample food portions. Food was okay. Customer service was okay. May try this place again for dine in the future.

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