Brewery # 405 I went…read moreto Rusty Axe while road tripping through Texas. I was pleasantly surprised by the revitalized look of the "Main St. area" of the town that included Rusty Axe. Rusty Axe is much larger than I expected and more of a restaurant feel to it than brewery feel. The restaurant itself is very nice. I sat at the bar and got me a flight and a pizza. I was really looking forward to trying their Dr Pepper BBQ brisket pizza but unfortunately, they were out. I ordered a Margherita instead and it was pretty good. The pizza oven (i believe wood fired) was in full view from the bar. They have about 12 beers on tap and a few seltzers. I got a coconut stout, 2 IPA's and a Kolsch. All of them were good but the Hoosier Hazy was probably my favorite. Cool place, good beer and I would definitely stop in again if I were in the area. I just hope next time they have the brisket pizza!

I decided to try Rusty Axe Brewing because of all of the 5 star reviews from the Yelp Reviewers! I…read morewas not disappointed! The waitress was attentive, the restaurant was clean and the food and seltzer beer was good! I shared the BBQ brisket pizza with my husband and also tried their Hard Strawberry Seltzer. The Seltzer beer was very sweet so if you like sweet drinks this may be an option for you!

Probably one of the best meals I've had in Lufkin or any of the surrounding areas. What a great…read morehidden gym. Wonderful food and great service.

We went on a Saturday night and I was surprised there was hardly anyone in there. We ordered pork…read morechops and mahi mahi. The pork chop was insanely tall but not all that. The mahi mahi in spite of its aesthetically pleasing sauce tasted off. Sides not impressive at all. They didn't have any diet sodas for my husband so water it is to accompany said sad dinner. The spinach artichoke dip was the only redeeming quality - and it was really good - so we will go back and order that with some Old Fashioned's but not for full on dinner.

Cheddar's -- A Family Favorite Worth Returning For!…read more This was such a great spot to spend time with family! We came in as a party of nine, and the service was absolutely fantastic. I'm not sure if it was because we went on a Friday for lunch or if their service is always this quick, but everything moved smoothly and efficiently. One waiter, in particular (I wish I had caught his name), was excellent -- attentive, gracious, and clearly proud of his work. Let's Talk About the Food! We started with the croissants and honey butter, and let me tell you -- they were amazing! I would come back to Texas just to have those again. Even after we'd let them sit for a bit, our waiter surprised us by bringing another heated plate, fresh and drizzled with that golden honey butter. It was such a thoughtful touch! For my main dish, I had the steak with broccoli casserole. The casserole brought back memories of my grandmother's recipe -- warm, cheesy, and full of flavor. It felt like a little bite of home. The steak was cooked and seasoned perfectly, and my tablemates couldn't stop talking about the ribs and green beans, which are must-tries if you go. Atmosphere & Overall Experience Since we came during a slower time, the restaurant was mostly empty, so I can't comment too much on the full dining atmosphere. But based on what my family (who are regulars) shared, it's always a friendly, family-oriented environment -- the kind of place where you can relax, laugh, and enjoy good food together. If you're ever near a Cheddar's, definitely check it out for yourself. Leave a review and let me know what your favorite part of the meal was -- but don't skip those croissants! They're worth the trip alone.

I usually go here all the time, but we had to wait 30 mins for 3 drinks. We had been there for an…read morehour and all that came was chips, queso, and salsa. The salsa had about no flavor at all..I love this place but after this we wont be coming that much.

Great onion rings, perfect fries, jalapeño/crawfish chowder was aces. My steak was nicely marbled…read morebut fattier than the average. Kitchen / bar had trouble with a few special requests, like "a shot of coconut milk". Took a while But it got done. Waitress Tess was aces! Drinks full and helpful. Lots of leftovers for the price which was, with 2 mixed drinks and two beers, with a generous tip, $170 bucks. The beef wasn't quite worth it but these days what is. Great taste, but didn't get rare right, it came blue. I'd go back if Im in the area bit I'd try some of their fried dishes which looked spectacular and well portioned for the prices I saw.

What a great spot! Kilee (sorry if misspelled) our server was so nice. It's a relaxed atmosphere…read moreothers in the cafe enjoying their meals. We took recommendations from Kilee and everything was great! Got the Brisket Queso for an appetizer. Then the value meal Chicken Fried Steak with mashed potatoes and green beans. Best Chicken Fried Steak I have had in a long time, not slight with the gravy (good gravy)! Potatoes were so yummy! Had the Blackberry Tea-super flavorful! Big portions! Had more than enough for supper later. It is a nice place to eat, give it a try.

Mediterranean Chicken Dinner: fresh, bright and tasty…read more Turkey and dressing special: it's ok. Service: fantastic.

This was our second breakfast spot to try in Lufkin, and overall it was pretty good. The place…read moredefinitely has an older feel, but it was clean inside. We were able to sit wherever we liked, and our waitress came by within about 30 seconds. She was super sweet, took our drink order right away, and returned promptly to take our meal order. The breakfast rush was still in full swing, but everything seemed to be running smoothly, and there were clearly plenty of regulars. Our food arrived in about five minutes, which was great. I got the three eggs and bacon with grits and biscuits. The eggs were scrambled just like I asked, the bacon was on the hard side, and the grits were pretty plain--but once I fixed them up, they were fine. The biscuits were delicious. My wife ordered the two eggs and bacon with hash browns and toast. They forgot to add the cheese she requested in her eggs, and her bacon was also pretty hard, but she enjoyed the hash browns and toast since both were cooked well. All in all, it's a solid spot for a quick breakfast, and we'll definitely give them another try--especially since it's close by and has a warm, inviting feel.

On my Lufkin Buger quest. It's Friday. I thought I'd stop by someplace that had a beer and a…read moreburger. I didn't go back to Buffalo Wild Wings because they had a good choice of beer, but the burger was full of grease. I thought I would try Chili's. I must say that the burger was pretty good. I had the OP burger without cheese and added lettuce and tomato. Everything was very good except the burger was a little bit cold. It's like maybe they pre-cooked the burger and threw it on the sandwich right before serving but it wasn't greasy with lean with a lot of protein in the condiments were excellent same with the fries . They were very good appear like they refresh out of the fryer. They were a little bit cold. The server I had at the bar. It was very very good, followed up with me on the taste of the hamburger and we discussed burgers in general around the area his place isn't Low cost like same moms that has a fabulous burger but with beer and a burger they're much better than Buffalo Wild Wings. I would definitely come back rate than far above Buffalo Wild Wings on this particular.

Visiting from out of town for the holidays, and Chili's was our meetup spot. We were greeted warmly…read moreand had a little wait while they brought some tables together to fit our group. We took advantage of the free chips and salsa rewards--those chips were warm and crisp, and definitely hit the spot! Our server was super sweet and took our drink orders while we figured out what to get. We didn't think to snap any pictures, but we enjoyed burgers, quesadillas, triple dippers, and a grilled chicken salad. The food arrived quickly, and everyone left satisfied. Great spot for a group get-together!

I lived in Lufkin for eight years and I've driven by mom's diner many times. The outside scared me…read moreI couldn't find what the place really could look like and so I pretty much avoided it. I tried it out today for lunch judging hamburgers around Lufkin. I order plain burgers with everything on it except mayonnaise. Only one patty of beef, hands-down mom's is the best in Lufton. I would rate second raise and third Whataburger Whataburger only lose us over Reyes because of the size of the overall burger it's as good as Reyes moms is huge packed full of extra good ingredients besides the beef patty and the fries are homemade. I'll be back here for breakfast and other things. This is a great place.

Mom's Diner is one of those classic spots that reminds you why comfort food is called comfort food…read more From the moment you walk in, you're greeted with friendly service, a warm atmosphere, and that nostalgic diner charm that makes you feel right at home. The food here is exactly what you want it to be--hot, fresh, flavorful, and served in portions that definitely won't leave you hungry. The standout for me? The liquid butter. If you know, you know. You can pour that golden magic over the toast, the pancakes, the biscuits--basically anything that'll hold it--and it takes everything to the next level. It's the kind of simple, old-school touch that makes a meal unforgettable. Whether you're stopping in for breakfast, grabbing a plate lunch, or just craving some true diner comfort, Mom's never misses. Great people, great food, and great prices. Absolutely a Lufkin gem--and we'll keep coming back!

Good food and staff. Never had anything at Ray's that I did not like…read more Love their onion rings!

This is truly a Drive In/ Carhop experience. The Burgers are absolutely awesome. Very juicy. The…read moreservice was spot on and extremely pleasant in spite of the TX heat. There is also a covered patio if dining in your car is not your thing . Don't Pass This One By

This was our first restaurant visit since moving to Lufkin, so we were excited to try something…read morenew. We walked in during a busy breakfast rush, but there were still plenty of open tables. Once we reached the front of the line, the young lady behind the counter greeted us right away, took our order, and handed us our cups. The drink station was clean and stocked with a good selection. We grabbed a table--both the tables and floors were clean--and within about 10 minutes our food arrived. I ordered the French Toast Combo, which came with four slices of French toast, two eggs, sausage, and seasoned potatoes. The meal came out on two plates, and everything was spot on. The French toast had a perfect light crunch on the outside while staying pillowy soft inside. The scrambled eggs and sausage were solid, and the seasoned potatoes were crispy on the outside and soft inside. My wife ordered the Breakfast BLT--bacon, lettuce, tomato, fried egg, and Duke's mayo. She added a little hot sauce and absolutely loved it. Not a crumb left! She liked it so much that we also picked up a tub of their chicken salad to take home, and it was delicious later that day--no complaints at all. We'll definitely be back to Roost to try more of their menu!

Roost is an east Texas chain specializing in breakfast and specialty chicken salad. They have a…read moregreat menu of options and they serve breakfast all day. Food is made fresh and is well seasoned. They have great prices and both indoor tables, 1/2 booths, bar seating, outdoor seating, and they also do to orders. The atmosphere is casual with light music playing in the background. When you walk in you order at the roster and then choose your seat and they will bring your food to your table. Customer service was great as well!

Great experience! Our server Jagar was the best! Will definitely come again when we pass through…read moretown.

I dined alone today after a doctors appointment. When I arrived the hostess was friendly and she…read moreseated me right away. It took a long while before the waitress came to me for my drink order. I did see her waiting on tables around me and maybe she was just busy. Once I got my drink and food she never came back to get my refill of Coke Zero. I had to flag her down and she did get my refill and she brought my tab at the same time. The waitress was friendly but she just didn't wait on me much. This seems to be the issue when I dine alone. The tab was $14 and I left her a $5 tip which was generous considering she didn't do much. As far as the food it was decent but not impressive. I had the turkey and dressing which the hostess let me know was the Thursday special. The dressing had a little too much sage in my opinion but everything else was nice! The buttermilk biscuit was my favorite item today! Will I come back? Probably not. I just can't find that favorite Cracker Barrel menu item.