Ma Harper's Creole Kitchen Menu

Ma Harper's Creole Kitchen at 1816 N New Braunfels Ave, San Antonio, serves soulful New Orleans-style Creole cooking based on longtime family recipes. The focused menu features famous gumbo, po’boys, fried seafood, pork chops, boudin, red beans and rice, Southern desserts, and refreshing drinks such as lemonade, tea, and the house Swamp Water. Ma Harper’s Famous Gumbo is the clear signature and bestseller, followed by cornbread and red beans and rice, while the fried pork chop is another standout recommendation.

Recent 2026 pricing lists a bowl of gumbo at about $11.99 and the fried pork chop plate at about $10.49, placing most meals in an affordable $10-$20 range. Generous servings and scratch-made recipes create strong value, with sausage, shrimp, vegetables, seasoned meats, rich roux, and freshly prepared sides delivering deep savoury flavour with gentle Creole spice.

Vegetarian choices are limited; red beans and rice can be ordered without sausage, although preparation details should be confirmed. No dedicated gluten-free menu is published. The children’s menu offers corn dogs and chicken tenders, making family visits easy. With limited daytime opening hours, Ma Harper’s is best for lunch, early dinner, takeaway, family meals, and casual groups rather than breakfast or late-night dining.

Menu Highlights

Ma Harper’s Famous Gumbo – about $11.99
A dark, richly seasoned gumbo combines sausage, shrimp, vegetables, rice, and Creole spices in a deeply savoury broth. Made from Ma Harper’s original recipe, it is the restaurant’s defining dish and longtime bestseller.

Fried Pork Chop Plate – about $10.49
A tender pork chop is lightly breaded and fried until crisp outside while remaining juicy inside. Served with red beans and rice, cornbread, and onions, it is one of the restaurant’s most praised comfort-food plates.

Shrimp Po’Boy
Crispy fried shrimp fill a soft sandwich roll with lettuce, tomato, and creamy condiments. Crunchy seafood and fresh toppings make this a classic New Orleans-style handheld favourite.

Boudin with Red Beans & Rice
Savory Louisiana-style boudin sausage is paired with comforting red beans and fluffy rice. Its smoky seasoning and hearty texture make it an excellent introduction to traditional Creole flavours.

Fried Fish & Shrimp Plate
Golden fried fish and shrimp provide crisp coatings with tender, flaky seafood inside. Served with fries and salad or red beans and rice, the combination offers both variety and generous value.

Red Beans & Rice
Slow-cooked beans and rice create a creamy, hearty dish with simple Southern character. Available with or without sausage, it is one of Ma Harper’s most established side dishes and customer favourites.

Peach Cobbler
Soft baked peaches and a sweet, comforting crust create a warm Southern dessert with juicy and tender textures. Its homestyle character makes it a natural finish after gumbo or fried seafood.