I tell you... I love finding the off the beaten path food spots! They are so often "America's…read moreBest!! Found the BBQ joint enroute to Possum Kingdom Lake and "Boy" am I super grateful for the pit stop! Upon walking in, you're automatically welcomed and feelin' cozy from the vintage country decor and set up. We got food to-go, although definitely going back for breakfast and to try more menu selections & drinks. We got two orders of Sliders (1xMulit-meats & 1xSausage), a Cheeseburger () & Chicken Tacos, which all were absolutely delish!!! Our hostess (unfortunately, didn't catch her name) was awesome & super welcoming & knowledgeable about the menu. Will defintiely BE BACK SOON!!!

This was our first time visiting Hatchet House, and it definitely won't be our last. The food was…read moreexcellent, and the atmosphere was fun, relaxed, and welcoming. We started with the fried pickles, and they were some of the best I've ever had. They were perfectly crispy on the outside, flavorful, and a great way to kick off the meal. We ordered the sliced brisket plate with potato salad and coleslaw. The brisket was cooked perfectly, lean but still tender and juicy. Both sides tasted fresh and homemade. The coleslaw was especially memorable because it was more savory than sweet, with a subtle hint of cumin that gave it a unique flavor I really enjoyed. We also tried the loaded baked potato with brisket, the sliders, and the mac and cheese topped with burnt ends. Everything was very good. The only item that didn't quite hit the mark for me was the burnt ends, which were a little sweeter than I prefer. Even so, they were still flavorful. Overall, we had a great first experience. Between the outstanding fried pickles, quality barbecue, welcoming atmosphere, and variety on the menu, Hatchet House is a place we'll definitely be coming back to.

Monday afternoon lunch, traveling with small dogs. Allowed well behaved pets. Husband got the 3…read moremeat plate (brisket, ribs & sausage). I got a small sliced brisket sandwich. Portions were generous and well seasoned. Small seating area with mostly tables/stools & 2 booths. Pricing is reasonable for the generous portions. We will come back. Wish i had taken pic of food but was hungry & forgot.

Military discount!…read more They don't bring the food to you, they yell out your name and you go get it. Ribs and pulled pork 2 meat plate - pulled pork has good smoke flavor, didn't "need" sauce, that's a good thing. The ribs were good but a little low on meat. Mac and cheese and green beans were ok. Jalapeño sausage sandwich - bun isn't toasted not too overpowering, nice heat, good amount of meat. Overall pretty average.

Food is absolutely Amazing. Sauce and rolls are on point…read moreService is great 10/10 The owners and workers are all so outgoing and friendly They serve their community with gratitude . All and all hands down the best!!

Once again, the food was great, and the service was outstanding. I will be back once again.read more

Traveled in search of a good burger and ended up at Burgers N Billiards…read more Customer service was absolutely amazing and the food served matched. The atmosphere is a family/kid friendly place. Will definitely come again in the future.

It was the greatest establishment I have ever been at in my 29 years of living everything the…read moreatmosphere the food and best of all the staff everyone is so friendly and joyful and very helpful will be coming again soon

This is a really nice country grocery store and i czn n8t say enough about how polite the employees…read moreare here. Thank you to all the staff for the cleanliness and charm of a country store! The food (bbq) is good and i find unusal can goods here too.

Ray prepares venison, any venison in a superb way. I have had alot of tamales made at Rays from…read morevenison. I would have one important suggestion to the tamale maker; add more shortening and salt to the masa. The way the masa is made now without the added shortening and salt, the tamales are way to dry and the masa crumbles after heating the tamales. Salt and a bit more chili powder for color would greatly improve the tamales. Thanks Larry Lopez larry.lopez1121@att.net

Sometimes places change over time and often not for the better. Not Zeke's! You know when you get…read more3 ribs and you get that tiny end rib with little meat on it and its all dried out? Well i ordered 3 and they gave me 4 and it was as good and tender juicy as the rest. Thats class.

Had lunch here today by having smoked turkey sandwich and fries. The sauce flavor was excellent. I…read morehighly recommend!

Fast friendly service! Food is always fresh. The banana pudding and margaritas are the best around.read more

This place was alright, especially for the area. Definitely a locals watering hole. The bar was…read morebusy and servers were bustling. We opted for a couple of house drinks and some takeout. The drinks were a little sweet for our liking, but they tasted of good quality and most of the mixers were house made for what we ordered. The food was mid but good for the area. The smoked ribs were quite tender but lacked any bark. The smoke was there but a side thought at best. These were cooked and had smoke around, but not cooked by the smoke. Better than Dickey's. The sides were fine. My wife ordered the grilled chicken and enjoyed it. Pretty solid. We might be back if we are in the area but wouldn't travel for it by any means. I bet the desserts are really good.

Worth the Drive Every Time - Reliable, Delicious BBQ for Family & Events!…read moreWe've been coming to Natty Flat Smokehouse on Hwy 281 for years, and it never disappoints. It's a bit of a drive from Granbury, but 100% worth it for consistently great Texas BBQ. The meats are always smoked perfectly with excellent flavor and tenderness, we love loading up on brisket, ribs, sausage, and whatever else looks good that day. We've dined in multiple times and also ordered big family plates to bring home for parties, holidays, and events. Everything travels well and still tastes fresh & huge hit with our whole crew. The sides are homemade and solid (the mac & cheese and potato salad get mentioned a lot in our house), and the portions are generous for the price. The rustic, down-home Texas atmosphere is part of the charm, friendly service, plenty of parking, and fun shops nearby (like the giant rocking chair spot). It feels like true Texas Hill Country hospitality. Whether you're stopping in for a quick lunch or catering a gathering, this place delivers "Dang Good BBQ" every visit. If you're anywhere near Lipan or Hwy 281, make the drive. You won't regret it we keep coming back and bringing friends/family with us!

This was an amazing restaurant. A new friend took us there for our first time. My granddaughter got…read morea stuffed baked potato with barbecue. I got a Caesar Salad and hot potato salad. Both were really good. We tried the pecan cobbler. Worth every calorie in it!!

After an early morning flight to DFW, we were halfway through the two-hour drive to the north-Texas…read moretown of Wichita Falls when lunch sounded like a good idea. Initially, I said that I was in the mood for a lighter lunch, but when we read some of the many 5-star reviews for Juan and Allie's BBQ that said things like "I will always come here whenever I am within a six hour drive", I changed my mind. So we pulled off the highway and about a half-mile into the small town of Sunset. I realized we were at the spot when the faint smell of wood smoke trickled to my nose from the side of a weatherbeaten building with a "Backyard BBQ" banner tacked to the front. Walking inside, we were greeted by nods from a table of men in work boots and jeans, and then promptly welcomed by Allie herself. She indicated the day's menu on the board and helpfully answered our questions. The inside dining area was comfortable and homey, even if like the outside it had seen better days. Sagging ceiling tiles and duct tape repairs told the story of getting by and focusing on the important things. It is a real family-run operation, with Juan smoking the meats and Allie making the sides, along with waiting tables. On the day we visited at least, it was just the two of them working. Of course I had to order brisket since it was Texas, but the sides presented a more challenging decision. After hearing Allie's description of their cowboy beans, I chose those and the potato salad. She disappeared into the back room, and soon returned with a large metal tray containing slices of brisket and Texas-sized portions of sides. The brisket was beautifully smoked and sliced, and flavor was perfect. The only deduction I have to make was due to it being a little less tender than I would expect from a great brisket. It went down easily despite having said I was not in the mood for a pile of meat, but I did have to make use of my knife a little more than usual. The sides were big on home-cooked flavor. In both, I noticed a big difference from typical southern or big-name barbecue joints in that they were not overly sweet but relied on more earthy seasonings for their taste. They were excellent complements to the beef, and deserve some recognition of their own. After our meal was done, we chatted with Juan outside for a minute, where we learned some of the details mentioned above. It would have been cool to hear more about their story, but they had work to do and we had to get back on the road. So we pulled back onto the highway, having experienced a friendly welcome to Texas and a satisfying first meal in the Lone Star State.

If you're in the area go check them out! It's all delicious you can't go wrong with what you order!…read moreWe cleaned our plates! The waitress was the sweetest lady and Allie! Make sure you get some delicious tea for free! The ribs and Mac and cheese were our favorite and the bbq sauce 10/10 we will be back! Make sure you get there early before they start to run out of food!

DELICIOUS! I actually heard about this place from a Reddit post about places to stop on a road trip…read moreacross Texas and I'm so glad I listened! It's home cooked food, calories-not-monitored, but worth every single bite. It doesn't look like much from the outside, but I knew it was going to be good when we saw the parking lot was overflowing into the grass. Luckily there was still an open table inside and we were welcomed by the sweetest staff and our waitress was just as wonderful. So many things looked good on the menu, but I couldn't resist ending this road trip with another taste of chicken fried steak to compare to Mary's (and they can definitely compete because it was AWESOME)! We also tried the chicken fried chicken (delicious), sweet potato casserole (amazing), Mae's potato casserole (tasty), cheese sticks (good), and the hamburger and fries which was obviously delicious enough that my picky daughter almost finished it - which says a LOT! We were very glad that we'd ordered the "smaller portions" for lunch because it meant we could grab a few of the desserts to go to snack on for our final leg of the road trip and keep enjoying at home. We tried the toffee cake (incredible), peanut butter cake (sinfully good), and the coconut pie (very light and creamy)! We also snagged some items to take home with us from their coolers and I can 100% recommend their pork tamales and summer sausage. If you get the chance to stop here, you won't regret it at all! Delicious, great service, and good portions!

Years ago, the Texas Bucket List TV show is what brought me to Mae's Meat Market. After all these…read moreyears, we are still coming here because the food is so good. We have tried several different burgers, the chicken fried steak, and the tacos. All have been just wonderful. Tonight, I had the steak fingers with grilled vegetables and steamed broccoli. The steak fingers were absolutely huge, and the grilled vegetables and steamed broccoli were just fantastic. Nothing is better than a steak finger dipped in a big old bowl of white homemade gravy! I was only able to eat half, so there was definitely leftovers. And since I was so full, that means dessert had to be to go. Most places now charge seven or eight dollars for a piece of cake. Here, you can still get a piece of cake for four dollars! Heck of a deal! If you're ever in Eastland Texas, I definitely recommend you give this place a try.