Stopped in for lunch today and was pleasantly surprised. I got a bacon, avocado omelette and my…read morefriend got a burger. The potatoes were so good I had to order an extra plate. The waitress was super nice. Will for sure go back.

Stopped by this cafe with my husband today while on a motorcycle ride. The town itself is pretty…read morecute. As we walked in, the workers looked at us as they sat in the back, eating, but didn't say anything. We weren't sure if we can seat ourselves or have to wait to be seated. I said it out loud and then a female waitress said we can sit down anywhere. She was so soft spoken that I could barely make out what she was saying. We placed our orders. I had the Strawberry Banana Pancakes. They came out looking great, however, the strawberries up top were spoiled and tasted awful and rotten. Looks can certainly be deceiving. Sadly, the bananas were soaked in the strawberry syrup, which ruined the top and bottom pancakes of the stack. I was only able to eat the two in the middle and had to cut some pieces off as to not get food poisoning, since they were drenched in the spoiled strawberry syrup. When the waitress came back to ask if we were done eating, I let her know to throw out the strawberries, as they were spoiled and disgusting. She just said "ok." No apologies, no inkling of concern or care. Nothing. We then waited like two weirdos for over 20+ minutes for the check, while she went to sit down again with her family at the back table to continue eating. They must have overheard us being confused at where we can pay, when she finally got up and said that we can pay at the front and walked over with us. I was charged full price for the garbage rotten pancakes that I didn't eat. Horrible service. Watch out so you don't get poisoned, especially in the summer when fruits can spoil quickly when not properly stored.

i'm at my best when I'm lost. Not much to say for myself maybe but so what, that's when I find…read moreplaces like the Reddy House. It's in such a tricky location you're unlikely to get there unless you already know the food is worth it. Wandering around without a destination is an adventure most people don't do, much less enjoy. getting lost can be expensive, its magical moment: "where the hell are we?" is like what's the point of that? instead we all have cell phones telling us, as well as our great overseers in the cloud, exactly where we are were and have been, at every moment in our lives. when the mood is on to "take the long way home" as the jj cale song goes, first thing is turn off your cell phone and put the roadmap away. otherwise it's impossible to truly lose yourself on your way nowhere, which is exactly where i was amind to go this recent evening. i mean if all roads lead to roam (sorry) just follow one and you're on your way. so it was in just that frame of mind that i decided to accompany some random guy in a pickup truck pulling a horse trailer as he turned down some side road headed away from the rest of the evening traffic. i may not know what to do with myself but this guy certainly seemed to have a plan. so i followed him for at least 30 minutes, each turn leading to ever smaller, more obscure side roads. finally, the last turn he made was onto a gravel road leading to his ranch. that's when i began to wonder where the hell i was, and things began to get interesting. it's hard to explain the "why" of this. maybe you've reached the stage i find myself in now: a kind of homeless affluence. it comes from having thrown away too many things places people before realizing some were mine to keep. instead of learning from losing i simply expected others would be along any minute now. young people can afford to be so cavalier, which is why i always warn any who will listen, aka not my own kids, that it's unwise to take being young personally. you'll get your turn at the alternative soon enough. one thing you can count on if you're able to stay lost long enough is happening on the unexpected. i guess that's by definition since you didn't know where you were going in the first place. you go someplace because you're going there, but you get someplace only because you got there. old saying goes "wherever you go, there you are". question at this point for me was where "there" was. i had been driving along miles of texas backroads with tall weeds beyond the white lines defining the blacktop edges. no guardrails, the roadsigns had numbers like county road 374 1/2. in a weak moment i turned on the cell: no signal. i was lost, and happy. even if included on a large foldout map these roads would have been very tiny, like a bloodvein in your eye. the one i was on went through small hamlets with no apparent names, just houses with the usual texas stuff in the yards, boats on trailers, old tires stacked up, broken lawn furniture etc etc. texans are loathe to throw anything away. fortunately i had for company the reassuring music of that finest of all dirtpoor dustbowl musicians who came from around here, jj cale. to get to the state of mind you need to avoid agoraphobic panic at times like this, listen to jj cale, it always seems like nighttime, hey no worries. i'm anyway comfortable under such circumstances; better minds might need more certainty about things, to avoid the edge. I on the other hand went over that edge some time ago. eventually the backroad i'd been on came to a much larger highway, two lanes with dividers, guardrails, highway signs, etc. the magic was over as witnessed by the hurried string of cars and trucks that were making it difficult for me to join them. i turned onto the road, up ahead i saw what i had been meant to find since i started this trip: The Reddy House. actually not a house at all, more like a driveway leading to a small red shack about 100 feet off the highway. it's really quite easy to disregard if you're intent on getting somewhere fast, in which case you'll miss it completely. your loss. the proprietor is Ricardo, a fine middleage gentleman who keeps this roadside taqueria going all by himself, from breakfast until early evening. I went for a carnitas burrito, which was nothing at all like the huge carb-stuffed footballs we get in california. it was more like a large folded soft taco filled with delicious twice-cooked pork, rice, beans and a bit of lettuce. red sauce is killer. otherwise i needn't say more about the food as everyone else has agreed it is exceptional. if you're on this road and you see Ricardo's bright red cheerful little place off to the side, i highly recommend you turn in, have a chat, order something and it will be good. if you have time to be kind to yourself, have a seat, enjoy your meal and ignore the madding traffic whizzing by. Let the simple dignity of Ricardo's chickens keep you company.

This is a great little hidden gem in Trenton, Texas. Its located right off the side of the highway…read more My son and I love to stop by and get breakfast burritos when we are out in this area. They are best! Just like grandma use to make. All fresh ingredients and so tasty. We get extra to take home. They reheat well later for a nice meal. If your in the area or just want to take a nice country drive. This is the place to stop by and try. You won't be disappointed. They also have other lunch and snack choices. There's a little something to satisfy everyone's taste buds.

Cute breakfast and lunch place that we happened to stop at on a recent road trip…read more All of the food we ordered was so delicious and the quality totally blew us away. The menu is HUGE and has so many options for pretty much everyone's tastes. The waitresses were so nice and friendly and we really enjoyed our visit.

Chicken Fried Steak is very disappointing. Pounded paper thin ands it's soup tough you can't eat it.read more

Saw a post on FB about 1836 Cafe, so my DIL & I decided on a breakfast roadtrip... what a wonderful…read moredecision. 1836 Cafe is everything you imagine if the words "hole in a wall greasy spoon" are used. Small interior offering 4 tables and a line up of bar stools. The kitchen and pantry are fully exposed. We were greeted by a gent opening the door for us and friendly hellos! The menu provides a wide selection of country fair with twists on cosmopolitan selections (the country bennie is a must). No pre-cut fries on site,! Everything looked and tastes freshly prepared. Will definitely make the trek again!

1836 Café in Bells, TX is a true hidden gem and worth every stop. From the moment I walked up to…read morethe door, the smell alone let me know I was in for something special. Inside, the atmosphere is small-town comfort at its best -- casual, welcoming, and the kind of place that instantly makes you feel at home. I ordered the Chicken Bennie, and it was absolutely outstanding. A homemade biscuit served as the base, soft and fluffy on the inside with just the right touch of crisp on the outside. On top of that came perfectly fried chicken tenders, a runny egg that tied everything together, and a generous pour of rich, savory sausage gravy. It all came with a side of crispy fried potatoes that were cooked just right -- golden and flavorful without being greasy. Every bite was pure comfort food perfection. The coffee was smooth and satisfying, the kind that pairs perfectly with a hearty breakfast. Service was excellent as well -- friendly, attentive, and genuinely kind, which made the whole experience even better. You can tell the staff really cares about their customers and their food. Overall, 1836 Café is exactly what you hope to find in a small-town spot: great food, great people, and an atmosphere that keeps you wanting to come back. I'll definitely be returning, and I highly recommend it to anyone passing through or nearby.

The food and service has always been great. I have only been for breakfast on several occasions…read more Food has always been on par and staff has always been friendly. This place should be busier than it is.

A solid cafe in old downtown Greenville. Boss Lady and I were waiting for the county office to…read morere-open so we had lunch here. The joint is spacious and has random framed pictures throughout. We were seated quickly by the hostess, who took our drink orders. Another wait staff member took our food order. Both were very friendly. Boss Lady ordered their fried chicken sandwich and I their Turkey club. Both were ok, they could have used a bit more seasoning. BL had to salt her chicken, she seldom salts anything. My Turkey sandwich also needed something more, just felt as if it was missing something. The fries were hot and crispy. Over all a good experience.

The food, service, and overall ambiance here was fantastic!…read more Daniela was on top of everything, refilling coffee and ensuring all our needs were met promptly. The pastelitos and tequenos were both delicious! The green cilantro garlic sauce that accompanied them was so good I had to take some home! I ordered the Chicken Fried Steak and Eggs, subbing chicken, and all was super fresh and crisp. The location is a nice hole in the wall. Having gone during the holidays, they were decorated with Christmas decor. They had decent foot traffic with no wait time. Overall, would highly recommend visiting for a fantastic brunch experience!

I felt like a kid in a candy store when I came here, not even kidding. I loved that omelette so…read moremuch, I texted my friend "you have to come here". She actually came and ordered one, funny stuff, but on a serious note, great breakfast spot. The Batido was so good. I don't need to go to Buc'ees for breakfast sandwiches, I can come here! Thanks for serving our community!

If you ever find yourself passing through this little Mapdot town, do yourself a favor and stop at…read moreThe Pig & Whistle Cafe. It's the kind of place that instantly feels cozy--friendly staff, oldies music floating in the background (at the perfect volume, mind you), and an easygoing vibe that makes you want to linger a bit longer over your coffee. We rolled in for a late breakfast, so it wasn't crowded, which made it all the more relaxing. I went with the ham and cheese croissant--flaky, buttery, and honestly bigger than my appetite could handle. My husband went all in with the biscuits and gravy, eggs, and hash browns. He got the jalapeño biscuits with sausage gravy, and wow. Fluffy, flavorful, and generously portioned--the kind of meal that makes you rethink whether you should skip lunch (spoiler: you won't need it). The Pig & Whistle may be small, but it delivers big on charm and flavor. Don't sleep on this little gem--you'll leave with a full belly and a smile.

We always love coming here. Comfortable environment, great service and great breakfastread more

We were in town for a wedding and found this cute little local restaurant and bar. There was an…read moreamazing seafood buffet. We weren't too hungry so we opted for potato skins and cheese sticks and sat at the bar. Dawn was the bartender, she was great. Told us about Leonard, the restaurant and was great to chat with. We had so much fun that we came back the next night and brought the whole wedding party. I think we overwhelmed them but you'd never know by the way they all chipped in together to get everyone drinks and whatever they needed. Dawn was the bartender the second night as well. She's even more fabulous under pressure. Patient, kind and showed a lot of grace to our rowdy group. Leas, the people of Leonard and the fun Saturday karaoke added even more memories to a wonderful night. Thank you Dawn, people of Leonard, and everyone who jumped in to help take care of such a big group. Your little local place rocks

This place is amazing. I went in alone with my two toddlers and the waitress handled me with…read moregrace. She was amazing, I'm pretty sure her name was Kimberly. Love the atmosphere and the food it's was back to grandmas cooking eating there

We were happily surprised to find this charming restaurant for a late breakfast after a doctor…read moreappointment! The service was excellent as we enjoyed the bright and upbeat surroundings. The menu was just different enough to be interesting, and the food was good. The reason for the "4 rating" was a sticky syrup pitcher handle and a faint taste of griddle in the otherwise delicious food. We plan to eat here again!

This is the best kept secret in Sherman. I don't see how IHOP is still in business. My son and I…read morestopped in for breakfast, and it far exceeded expectations. We both ordered the Chorizo Eggs Benedict. When it arrived, my son looked at it and simply said, "WOW!" The ingredients were so fresh, and the portion sizes were enormous. I could only eat about half of mine. My son had coffee, and he said it was really good. I had sweet tea, and it was fresh. The staff is so nice and welcoming. They don't treat you like you are interrupting their day. Perfect customer service! The workers seem really happy to be there. The atmosphere is very light and open, and most importantly...clean! My son used the men's room and said it was very clean. This place is a little hard to find...don't trust your car's navigation. It is nestled in the strip to the side of the Academy parking lot, beside Cowboy Chicken.

Came for breakfast for the first time today and life CHANGED…read more If you've ever been confused by the question of what you'd pick as your last meal, look no further than the sourdough breakfast panini. The amount of flavor in that sandwich from the perfectly cooked scrambled eggs, to the shredded Gouda, grilled sourdough bread, tomatoes slices, and arugula will blow. Your. Mind. And once it's blown, you'll then get to pop one of the maple waffle fries that come with it in your mouth (and completely remind me of funnel cake!) and you will feel like life is complete, you have no regrets, and if it all ended today you would be able to die a happy human. Finding flavor like this (which I've only found in a few local spots like Zanatas or Fable and Fire in Rockwall) is an absolute diamond in the rough find for Fate! And after meeting the chef, Michael Shelley (who worked previously at a five star restaurant in Cali and has quite the illustrious history - go look him up!), you'll understand why flavors that you'd only expect to find down in Dallas are blowing your mind sitting at Red Dirt Social in Fate. (He also shared with us that the panini is a special recipe he created while working as a a private chef for a family and they would order it just about every other day. Trust me, I now know completely why.) My partner got the breakfast tacos and they were a totally different and just as delicious flavor palette. Packed with eggs, potatoes, bacon, veggies, and pepper jack cheese. The portions are HUGE. Where else can you find this much flavor in this much food?! I love the great seating options and the lowkey setup of picking your own table, ordering at the front when you're ready, and having it brought out to your table. Only complaint was on my partner's double chai latte where the beans were painfully over roasted and the smoky flavor overpowered the chai entirely, but some extra barista lessons needed aside, we're IN. This will for sure be our new breakfast spot (let's get honest, there aren't that many truly unique and good ones out this way if you want more than your typical diner style eggs, bacon, and pancakes) and we'll be bringing friends from out of town here as well! What a gem!

I have not been in Fate for years, and what a pleasure it was when I drove ther yesterday to meet a…read morefriend. We sat down at our table at Red Dirt Social to visit for 10 minutes - and the manager (or owner maybe?) commented how his space was built just for this reason - to relax and enjoy time. We never felt rushed, or felt like they wanted our table. That was refreshing! The space is lovely - truly! It was bright, open, minimal decor and it all worked beautifully together. Someone out real thought into decorating this space for people to gather and relax, and it showed. I ordered the pats (oatmeal) with fresh fruit and it was perfect! All the fruit blended well together for my oatmeal. I enjoyed every bite. I cannot wait to bring my husband back to see how much Fate has grown and to eat here once more. It's worth it!