9 Amazing Hidden Texas Restaurants And Where To Find Them
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Katie Lawrence
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Y’all already know how we feel about our little-known restaurants here in Texas. Here are nine more eateries in both big cities and small towns that are hard to find but so worth the journey.
This no-frills smokehouse is an obligatory stop when you're visiting the oldest town in Texas. Part meat market, part cafe, everything from juicy burgers to mouthwatering BBQ plates can be found on the menu. Butcher Boys is located at 603 N St
Nacogdoches, TX 75961.
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Eating at this family-owned drive-in is a blast from the past like nothing you've ever experienced. Play some old tunes on the jukebox, dig into a delicious old-fashioned burger, and sip on root beer made in-house. Come get a dose of nostalgia at 1002 Fort Worth Dr, Denton, TX 76205.
A country store and cafe, Hoover's Valley caters to every possible need of weary travelers passing through the Hill Country. Plentiful portions of homestyle cooking - always served with a heaping side of Southern hospitality, of course - are how things roll around here, and we couldn't be more appreciative of that. Blink and you'll miss this hidden gem, so we'll go ahead and give you the address: 7203 Park Road 4 W, Burnet, TX 78611.
Right outside of Waxahachie is this saloon-style restaurant with a full bar, upbeat atmosphere, and killer grub. With live country music and karaoke nights, there's never a dull moment here. Stop by sometime at 5790 FM813, Waxahachie, TX 75165.
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Near Jefferson, the tiny town of Avinger is home to less than 500 people. Located in a historic downtown building, 5D Cattle Company serves only the highest quality aged beef, rubbed with a special herb + spice blend before getting slow-cooked over a bed of hot mesquite coals. You'll find the deliciousness at 8 N Main St, Avinger, TX 75630.
With classic cars and motorcycles always parked out front, every trip to Ray's is an authentic 1950s experience. Cheeseburgers, onion rings, and shakes can be ordered at the counter or via carhop, but we highly suggest eating inside to immerse yourself in the retro vibes. Ray's is located at 420 N Timberland Dr, Lufkin, TX 75901.
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The self-proclaimed "Steakfinger Headquarters," ordering anything else at this charming fast food joint would be a cardinal sin. Don't let the building's dated, unassuming appearance scare you off - the food is truly the best of its kind. Head to 106 E Broadway St, Andrews, TX 79714 and see what all the hype is about.
Family-owned and operated since 1984, Dairy Palace attracts thousands of tourists visiting town for First Monday Trade Days. Open 24/7 and serving burgers, Tex-Mex, 32 flavors of hand-dipped ice cream, and more scrumptious Southern favorites, this gem deserves to be known worldwide. You'll find it at 2301 N. Trade Days Blvd
Canton, TX 75103.
Simple yet fitting, the motto here at Spicy Mike's is "Where the Spice is Nice." Sandwiches, plates, and by-the-pound meats are all menu options, but we strongly recommend trying the "Hot Mess:" Ghost pepper cheese, green chiles, beans, and your choice of meat all poured over Fritos. Our mouths are watering just typing that! Come taste it for yourself at 6723 S Western St, Amarillo, TX 79110.
Have you eaten at any of these restaurants? What other places to eat in Texas are hard to find but so worth the journey? Let us know your favorites in the comments section below!
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