Old Orange Cafe & Catering Co

I think we were surprised at how amazing the food was at this little cafe in Orange. It felt like we were in the middle of nowhere, but we had some of the best authentic diner food any of us have ever had. It’s been a while since we’ve been, but it does make me want to head back to Orange! The Cajun grilled shrimp was to die for, and the chicken fried chicken was amazing, so was the country fried chicken biscuit!! Do stop by here!!

I have been for lunch many times and their food is fantastic but I had a chance to go for one of their few dinner openings. It was so fantastic, a definite fine dining experience, superior food and service!

First time ever visiting this local favorite! The walls are lined with historical pictures of Orange, Texas and even the flood lines that were reached during Hurricane Ike and Harvey. Food was great, too, although I ordered the well-known shrimp and grits. These are the best shrimping grits I've ever had! I love the fact that they make the grits into a patty that's slightly crisp and then pour the shrimp with a Cajun sauce over the top. They also had onion rings that I think might be the best I've ever had as well. Really enjoyed the meal, great service.

Delicious food (catfish, shrimp and rice) and a big portion. The service was slow though.

In Orange, Texas, to visit family today. stopped by the Old Orange Café for lunch. Two members of the group had salads with grilled shrimp on top. The salads were super fresh, the shrimp was seasoned and grilled to perfection, and the salad dressings were out of sight. I highly recommend the white balsamic vinegar dressing! Another member has the Fiesta Burger, spicy heat for the “not faint of heart”… looked great and was reported as delicious!

The real star of the lunch was my meal, the fish special of the day. The dish consisted of a very generous portion of redfish, which was blackened in a skillet, and served on a bed of perfectly cooked, wild rice, and topped with a spinach, crab and mushroom garlic cream sauce. OMG! Gastric Heaven! The fresh green beans on the side were sautéed with chunks of bacon and onions, and were a perfect pairing for the fish. The Old Orange Café is a 5 Star dining experience…

I took my fiancé for his first visit! I could not believe how delicious the shrimp and grits are! I paired mine with the bowl of fruit, which isn't in season right now and tasted less ripe than I desired, it's February, so I'll try the fruit again in the summer. He had a cuban sandwich which he doesn't like mayo, but other than that said it was perfect. He complimented that the balance between the meats and veggies and crunch on the bread made for a delicious sandwich. His was paired with French fries. We both had their sweet tea with lemon and they have the best in town. It isn't overly sweet, and has a great tea flavor. To finish off our meal we shared the bread pudding with rum butter sauce. Fantastic!! No raisins or nuts, just simple and plain, toasty on top, moist bread pudding, and the sweet sauce tops it off so perfectly, which is why I give Old Orange Cafe an all 5 Star rating!

I have my own rating system.
6 stars: Presidential Service
5 stars: Top Notch Service
4 stars: It was straight
3 stars: Ok
2 stars: 😶
1 stars: I need to bypass the manager and speak to the owner.

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Rainey
was our customer service attendant. She was awesome. Very detailed orientated. Nobody drinks went dry.

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The food was plentiful. Had the special which was the Country Fired Steak on top of a bed of fries. Topped with queso. Seasoned very well.

I love the atmosphere and history of the place, and all of the old photographs from around Orange. The food is delicious! I had the shrimp bisque, the quiche of the day, and a salad with white balsamic bacon dressing. My husband had the blue cheese burger and the onion rings. I also had the coconut chess pie for dessert. Everything was absolutely scrumptious! Just go.

Fantastic, great atmosphere & awesomeservice. we had Chicken Parmesan and it was some of the most unique flaored food I've ever had and the Bread Pudding was to die for, the best I've ever had. We had a wonderful dining experience ❣

OK y'all! If you want something delicious, something that is home-cooked that will fill you up, then you MUST try out the Old Orange Cafe! Their food is consistently on point! They don't have a giant menu. But they have something for everyone! If you want to know the good places to eat, listen to the fat kid. I am that fat kid! You will not be disappointed at the Old Orange Cafe!

They were Really Busy when We got there but it Didn't Take Long to get Seated at all. Nor did it take long to get our Food. This was My First Time eatin here and Everything was Delicious.

Hadn't been in awhile, but wasn't disappointed. Had the spicy chicken sandwich and onion rings and it was amazing. Get there early to be at the lunch crowd.

The food is phenomenal! Great Staff!! Never a disappointment!!

Was in town from Houston visiting family and went to eat here with my family and the service was friendly and inviting, clean and the food was so good! We will be back!

Wonderful hidden gem in Orange. Great food and selection. Great service. Pleased with many items.

Such a great place for snack or serious hunger. Love their burgers. And btw bring your kids, ask for kid's menu. Such a good deal they don't even show it in the menu!

One of our favourite spots for food and fellowship. Consistently good food, willing to accommodate for allergies and the staff rocks!

4 of us from Team Rubicon visited you for lunch. Everybody enjoyed their meals, and the staff was all very friendly and fun.
I literally, had THE BEST country fried steak ive ever tasted in my life at this place! Just amazing! Thank you for hosting us, and i will return if i ever go near Orange again!

Great and historic place to eat at. If you don't know much about Orange and you are hungry, stop here to get the best homecooked meal you've ever had! Some of the friendliest staff there too. Never had any bad visit.

Old Orange Cafe & Catering Co. is excellent! Each time my family and I have gone to the restaurant, the food and service was always fantastic; the atmosphere is great there, too! Moreover, I used Old Orange Cafe & Catering Co. to cater at my and my husband's wedding. David and his team exceeded all my expectations at the wedding. David was wonderful to work with every step of the way, the dinner and the pies we had were absolutely delicious and such great comfort food, and David and his team went above and beyond in their service to us and our guests. He and his team definitely helped make our wedding such a special day. I would highly recommend both the restaurant and catering service to anyone!