Cinco De Mayo

We came in around 45 minutes to close. We don't like being. "Those people" who do such a thing but…read morewe were starving. Our server did a fantastic job and kept a great attitude! The food was hot and fresh and we enjoyed ourselves. Totally recommend having a meal at this specific location. Manager is a top notch h person!

I drive almost 2 hours to eat here. I miss having one in the DFW metroplex. This is the best text…read moreback around... Hands-down!

Beautiful day at Pasadas!

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Taqueria El Lugar

3.9(8 reviews)

1.6 mi

5 stars because 25 stars aren't allowed. Absolutely THE BEST authentic Mexican food in the area…read more Finally great Mexican food that is NOT TexMex CRAP. Tito, the owner of this fabulous place is very personable, talented and puts together some tastes to die for. The steak tacos are phenomenal, the steak & chicken enchiladas are wonderful and the salsas have it going on. Definitely a place y'all should visit for delicious Mexican food.

I find myself drawn back to eat here at least every 10 days or so. I'm stuck on their #7- hot and…read moresavory, with a little bit of crisp to the burrito. No jalapeños for me, thank you. And thoroughly hot thru and thru! East Texas girl that I am, their sweet tea is perfect every time. You could miss this little gem of an eatery because it's tucked away in an old shopping center, but it's easily accessible on the main drag. They know me by sight now and often begin my order before I even place the order. Now, that's customer service!!

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Texas Music City Grill & Smokehouse

3.3(209 reviews)

2.7 mi

When you look at the reviw rating you can just move n.My experience with reviews that are low…read morerated, the one rating usually gave a poor review because oof a server, drinks took too long or food took to long the get to the table. This restaurant has tasty food and emreasonable prices and the Bartender and servers were attentive. Being from Florida I had to try their Cowboy version of a Cuban. It was delightful. My spouse had the brisket enchillad and raved about it and the Texas Twinkie what a great app and so tasty with the smokey flavor.

Owned by Miranda Lambert. Terrific part of town…read more Wonderful atmosphere! Very much represents Texas!! Service is outstanding and very friendly Food? I really like it!!! I had the Texas Cubano sandwich and it's outstanding. It was a blend of brisket and Cuban sandwich with bacon. It came with very good fried okra. Wife had the Junior TMX burger and it was HUGE ! She was even asked by the staff how she wanted it cooked - they followed it and it was cooked to perfection. It too, came with fried okra. We both had endless sweet tea. Adult beverages and a very nice bar are available for those who partake. Karaoke weekdays and local live Texas Music artists on the weekends for $5 cover charge. The restaurant is part of Pistol Annie's shop - Miranda Lambert's winery and shop. The shop closed at 6pm though so stop here and have lunch or dinner at the adjoining restaurant. You won't be disappointed.

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Juanita's Express

3.9(7 reviews)

0.7 mi

All the potential to be so good but ends up being a hard pass. When one is on an 11 hour road trip…read moreand doesn't want to venture off too much for food, and you see a sign that says "street tacos"....ya exit. :) Unfortunately, these are premise tacos that are reheated, so the corn tortillas become soggy congealed chunks that hold the insides together. Everything tastes a bit stale and not fresh. It was just a bit sad to realize you weren't walking into a shop inside a gas station that makes these fresh, because some of the BEST tacos I ever found were from joints like that in gas stations. Oh well! Hard pass in my book...

Met expectations. Stopped here at 5:45am for breakfast burritos on a road trip to Florida. Burritos…read morearen't a shareable size. You'll need one for each adult. We added beans to our egg, cheese and sausage burritos and the sausage tastes a little bit like pizza sausage haha but paired with the green salsa it hit the spot and was a way better option than stopping at McDonald's for a breakfast.

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Chicken Fajita Quesadilla!

Vienmex

4.4(53 reviews)

2.8 mi

Wow! Do NOT miss this gem! The food was exceptional, service was outstanding and we thoroughly…read moreenjoyed the experience. We will most definitely be back to try other things, but today for us, the Viet-tacos were perfection. My husband and I both loved them. The flavors were skillfully blended. Just a bit of bite but not so much as to overwhelm the delicious taste. Fun atmosphere. We talked with the owner who was very personable and explained their journey of how they came to open the restaurant. She is a dear! My husband topped off his meal with this spicy lemonade with strawberry popping bobas. It had a delightfully spicy kick to it. Refreshing in this heat for sure. Do give this incredibly innovative restaurant a try!

This is a counter service restaurant. The young lady at the counter was very friendly…read more I tried the lettuce wraps with chicken. They were good and had just the right amount of spiciness. They were kind of messy, but I had plenty of napkins! After my meal I enjoyed a scoop of mint chocolate chip ice cream. It was delicious!

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The B Birria & Burgers

4.5(51 reviews)

2.3 mi

Wow, the 4 birria tacos! Flavors were great. It was nice…read morebut small place , we ordered out. They were also very helpful and friendly. Wait was not long. Hoping to go again when we are in town.

Passing through town and decided to give this place a try. I had burger and fries. The jalapeño bun…read morehelped the burger as the meat had no seasoning and was bland. The fresh cut fries had a strange sweetness to them that I didn't like. I will definitely try again when in town to try the tacos.

Outside of the building.

Quesadilla burger with sugared fries

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Taco Bell

2.3(12 reviews)

0.8 mi

Tuff place great service and food ambiance was fye workers blessed my meal quesadilla mad cheesyread more

I usually love Taco Bell's food. I am however very disappointed in the mini taco salad. The sauce…read morethey put on it doesn't pair well with the Taco Salad. Taco Bell should have never changed the tast of the Taco Salad. They truly need to bring back the original Taco Salad period and don't mess with it.

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Chili's

3.1(59 reviews)

0.5 mi

My time here has always been enjoyable! The food is always a good pick, the environment is the best…read moreyou can find anywhere in Lindale! Not to mention affordable! Never made a bad choice coming here! Not to mention Kali is the absolute best!

Service was great. Ordered the Nashville hot crispy chicken sandwich and fries extra well done…read more Food hit the table in a timely manner. Wish I could say I was pleased, alas, not so. The Nashville hot chicken was covered with the saltiest hot sauce I've had the displeasure of tasting! The fries were limp and tasteless. I was hungry so I forced myself to eat about half the sandwich and fries. Highly recommend they redo this take on hot chicken or take it off the menu - yes, it was that bad. Usually like Chili's, but this was a huge disappointment!

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IHOP

2.9(40 reviews)

0.8 mi

We been in the two locations in Tyler and this place I was so disappointed the services was slow…read morethe bathroom was DUTY this was are second time and last time

The menu has really gone down hill. the chicken sandwich was terrible. It fell apart when I tried…read moreto pick it up. The french fries could have broken a tooth they were so hard and dry. The prices are ridiculous. Wouldn't have gone there but I had gift cards I needed to use. Won't be back unless menu improves. Was finally seated after standing at the desk for 20 minutes.

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Jerretta P.

155

6 years ago

My husband loves the lunches. They are his favorite. Very authentic and fresh. Love supporting local businesses. You won't be disappointed.

Jaymie S.

178

4 years ago

Food and service is excellent but I don't recommend dine out service as it costs 3-4x as eating in.

Don A.

10 years ago

First time here. The food is delicious. Friendly staff and nice atmosphere. Highly recommended.

Douglas K.

4 years ago

Doesn't look like much from the outside, but they're good

Chad A.

6 years ago

Best mexican!!!! Try the tamales!

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