This is our favorite place to go for any special occasion (or even if we just feel like having a…read morenice date night). I can't count the number of times that I've been, since I first tried the place in 2008 or 2009 (after moving to Tyler from the west coast). Bernard is almost always on hand to keep an eye on his "baby" and I've never had a bad dinner here. (Their lunch menu is a little light on choices, and I'm not a fan of the salad dressing used on the salads at lunch, but it's still a great place to take a client for lunch). Their dinner service is really where they shine though. The food is amazing, the ambiance is perfect for an intimate meal, and they always have amazing specials! (My favorite is when they have lamb... it is simply the best. My husband loves their seafood, but they do EVERYTHING well, and the bread and olive tapinade is so good that it's hard not to fill up on it while waiting for your food.) If you're adventurous, I'd suggest the escargot (after my husband tried it once, he now orders it every time we come here). If you simply want a decadent appetizer, the baked brie is wonderful. They also do a really good French onion soup. I really don't have anything bad that I can say about Bernard's, other than I wish it was open on Mondays.

Best food in Tyler. I've been eating at Bernard's for the last 30 years. It's been there during…read moregood times. It's been there during bad times. Regardless, It's always the best.

Cote was one of the highlights of our trip! The food was exceptional from start to finish. I had…read morethe Mediterranean pasta, which was bursting with fresh flavors--tender artichoke hearts, briny olives, and beautifully ripe tomatoes fresh from their garden made every bite memorable. My husband ordered the chicken, and it was cooked to absolute perfection--juicy, flavorful, and expertly prepared. The craft cocktails were equally impressive, beautifully balanced and a perfect complement to the meal. Combined with the warm hospitality and inviting atmosphere, Cote delivered an outstanding dining experience. We can't wait to return!

Côte is a nice little gem in East Texas. Went for brunch. Make a reservation (do not know if it is…read morerequired). Was greeted at the door, called by name and shown to our table. The dining room has 15-20 tables, nice view of vineyards and pool. Was checked on many times during our visit. The food was amazing. Everything was fresh and perfect size portions. They told me my chicken was smaller than normal and they brought me an additional piece of chicken. It looks fancy but there is no dress code that I know of and would have felt comfortable in jeans & t-shirt or formal attire.

I've never been a fan of Greensides wine or beer - although they have a great selection. It has all…read moregiven me headaches after (which may be more of a personal problem than anything). They recently expanded their spot to include food now, which was a huge win. I had heard raving reviews about the tacos, so I wanted to be sure I tried them. They certainly did not disappoint. Each taco had a healthy portion of meat, along with fresh toppings and homemade tortillas (both flour and corn). The pork tacos were my personal favorite. Everything was a hit outside of the queso. It got so hard so fast and it was not standard cheese. When you went to scoop your chip, it kept cracking and was not flavorful. Each taco was about $5 (pricy end for the size of taco), but definitely worth it. Will definitely come back again.

Yes, go here. Go out of your way to go here for coffee or a beer. It's a great vibe with great…read moredrinks and bites

We visit The Cottage every time we're in town! Delicious cocktails and a fantastic seasonal menu…read more The garden is beautiful and the staff knowledgeable. Highly recommend!

Great food, service and ambiance in a cute, cozy setting. We started indoors and shifted outside…read moreas the sun went down and the staff was so gracious and accommodating!

Great food, good service, good ambiance been several times…read moreAlways great! Highly recommend!

There isn't one negative thing I can say about this wonderful place! It's clean and beautiful. The…read moreservice was excellent thanks to Dakota our server. And then there's the food! We had the spinach artichoke dip and I could have made a meal on it! Delicious. Then for my entree I had the crab tower listed under the appetizers. Delicious. I'd order it again. And I hope to go back when Dakota is working.

The chopped house is a well run restaurant and we love everyone there who helps make us feel…read morespecial. Food is great and you won't find a better atmosphere. Love the history and culture, each time we go in it seems like we learn a little bit more about the beginnings of Mount Vernon. Love this place.

I want to thank Stephanie for her help in a gift certificate I was sending for a birthday. The…read moreperson never received the certificate. Stephanie found where it had been sent; however, I had an incorrect email which caused the recipient to never receive. She researched extensively due to my error. Wanting you to know she spent unnecessary time to assist me and it was all my fault. Thank you, Stephanie, I appreciate your time & assistance! Rita Rushin

Returned to The Whistlestop for the first time in a long time. This was my first visit since…read morefinding out I am allergic to gluten. The staff was incredibly helpful with finding things that I could have on the menu. Our server was very willing to ask the chef any questions I had about ingredients and sauces. You can get any of the pasta dishes they can make them with gluten free pasta upon request along with getting any handhelds on a gluten free bun. I landed on the Poke Bowl, I subtracted the aioli and ponzu because they were not gluten free. I removed the picked ginger out of my personal preference. To replace the sauces I removed I asked for a cup of their apple vinaigrette and it paired incredibly well with everything in the bowl.

I'm A nod to the rural TX farming and railway that represents east TX. Decor includes broken down…read moretractors, votives surrounded by barbed wire (all fake- no safety concerns), an old pickup, and tons of plants like fiddle leaf figs and pothos. I noticed there is a lip on the front door so don't trip- the travel path can be challenging for those with mobility impairment whether that be a wheelchair user or someone who shuffles their feet (as many clientele in the area). Likewise the lighting is pretty and dramatic but limited in several areas where there are steps and the accessible parking isn't too identifiable at night (to the left of the entrance). Just be careful. For hearing impaired folks, it was a bit loud at 7:30 for conversations but by 8:20 it was noticeably quieter if hearing aids were needed to discern tabletop discussions. I added myself to a yelp waitlist but this wasn't mentioned. But the wait wasn't too bad. There was a family of 8 ahead of me that seemed to throw the hostess for a serious loop. She put together a table which they immediately rejected, asked for another that containing a reserved placard then a third. In between she came back to the stand and looked at me inquisitively - so I asked for a table for one- but then she said it would be a minute. I got the "table for one" treatment- offer for a less comfortable high top in what the bar area- and then I thought we were headed to that 2 top by the bathroom every restaurant dooms single diners with, but was pleasantly surprised to be offered a 4 top. The menu reflected what was on their website- always a good sign. But the waitress was not able to handle the volume. I waited 10 minutes before even being greeted. When she did come by to say she'd be right with me, I could hear a nearby table asking for a pen to pay a check after a wait and another table she had served beverages seemed to be a little irked they hadn't gotten a ticket yet so I figured it best to adjust my ordering accordingly. The fried green tomatoes were a perfect temperature- this can often be a challenge to have them still hot but not scald your tongue prior to the rest of a meal. I think thinner slices help achieve this. Coated in cornmeal not flour mixture made it a challenge to stay on, but the homemade ranch is perfect and makes up for any pieces you fish out. The tuna tataki is approachable- wise choice for an area that is less likely to have a palette looking for wild combinations. I'd feel comfortable introducing someone to tuna with this dish. The concept of tortilla chip with seared tuna (possibly ahi) with crispy fried onion strings and grilled bell peppers and a bit of ponzu sauce is great but swimming in ponzu, the tortilla chips were not strong enough to hold the tuna and their being heavily pre salted really made the whole dish way too salty. I'd love to see this reconfigured with unsalted tortillas cut in half and fried, just a drizzle of the ponzu sauce, and keep the onions and peppers. the grilled peppers adding that smokey flavor really could shine then. And to be clear that was the stand out detail- would love to see more of that combo. For the entree I went with a grilled salmon since I've had two NY strips in Chicago this week. The salmon was definitely fishy so not as fresh, but the jalapeño compound butter really helped cover this so I'd recommend opting for that over an herb butter. The grilled asparagus is a little oily but grateful for a vegetable that wasn't frozen and heated. The Parmesan on top adds a good bit of flavor but again watch out for salt blindness. I would normally say how can you mess up a loaded baked potato but actually I had a terrible twice baked one at a stupid expensive steakhouse this week. They did not scrimp on the toppings- every bite could come with a bit of cheese, sour cream, chives, and real crumbled bacon. Frankly this was the type of potato you think of when you think of home. Solid. Now the tea. This was what I was most curious about given the city of Trinidad has notoriously bad (safety has even been questioned) water. The restaurant has invested in a filtration system and promoted it online. To be honest one of the main reasons I was convinced to try the place. There is a lingering taste that it's been processed but nothing I would reject and the peace of mind frankly would keep me coming back. Now my tea glass could have been refilled more often (ran empty twice), but in this instance, that's a testament to water being drinkable. For service I would say they were a little overwhelmed as tables nearby were left unbussed, but the food was never cold and was served very timely so they have that down. I also want to acknowledge the guy at the table next to me was blowing his nose loudly and incessantly using the restaurant napkin so my heart truly goes out to that staff having to deal with that. Honestly kind of want to keep this one a secret.

Great service! 10/10 Food was mid but it's Lufkin so I…read moredidn't expect amazing. Tomatoes basil soup was lacking basil- very ketchup-y. Avacado BLT was good. Charcuterie was massive and wonderful. Wine selection was impressive with great variety of prices.

The perfect spot for a date night or brunch, the ambiance is beautiful and quite vibey! We were sat…read moreimmediately, the hostess and our waitress were both so kind and our waitress was very attentive. We started out with the crab cakes, which the presentation alone is so beautiful and the flavor is also amazing!! I got the chicken parmesan with sauce on the side and it was super good, my bf got the ultimate grilled cheese and although we wished the bread was crispier, the flavor was very good. One of the best restaurants we've tried in Lufkin by far, I highly recommend!

it was beautiful inside, the staff was super nice, and their coffee is super good!! it felt very…read morehomey and comfortable to study!! definitely recommend!!

Eat at Enoch's! Yes the coffee is good, too, but the food is fantastic…read more Never have I ever thought about ordering a pizza with brisket, red onions and pickles, but it was ah-mazing. Extra bonus points for being wood fired! I shared a pizza with my daughter and we were full. All the portion sizes are generous. Salads plates are literally larger than my head and filled to the brim. The charcuterie board is not just cute--it's crammed full of tasty goodies. I can't wait to come back the next time I'm in Tyler!

First time to have dinner here yesterday and it was a great experience. We went early and there…read morewere only a couple of other parties dining, which made it nice and NOT loud - a problem we often encounter in restaurants. We were greeted by a friendly young man who seemed to be filling both roles as host and waiter. So many menu items sounded wonderful that it was hard to make a choice. We started with the charcuterie board and escargot. The former was large but my husband would have probably preferred more cheese and meat. There was a huge clump of red grapes, which were plump and juicy and just the right sweetness that I enjoyed. My escargot was good - not the best I've had but enjoyable. The puffy bread that came with it was, however, to die for. Entrees: my husband got the coq au vin and said it was very good. The portion wasn't big but hey, it's a French restaurant. I ordered two sides as my main dish: the lobster risotto, which was delicious, and the sweet potato fries. Those were some of the best I've had. I also asked for some ranch dressing instead of ketchup with the fries and the waiter said it was homemade. It was thick and creamy and definitely not like the typical bottled dressing. For dessert, I had the Irish coffee and it was very good. The recipe was a little different from most: Bailey's, Kahlua, Tia Maria, and Frangelico. Everything tasted good, service was good, especially considering there was only one waiter in evidence, prices were comparable to other similar restaurants, and we will almost certainly be back again to try some of the other things on the menu. If you're used to huge American style portions and hurried service, you might be disappointed, but if you're used to European style slower, more relaxed dining and smaller portions that don't leave you feeling stuffed to the gills, you'll love it.

Okay... can we talk about Belle Vie Bistro for a minute?…read more The breakfast is amazing, the coffee is so good, and the atmosphere just makes you want to sit and enjoy your morning instead of rushing out the door. Needless to say... I'll be back. A lot.