I genuinely cannot believe I've never written a review for Paw-Paw's Catfish House because we have…read morebeen coming here for YEARS and I love this place so much. There are restaurants you try once because they're trendy... and then there are places like Paw-Paw's -- the kind that become part of your family's story over time. From the fried deviled eggs, to the seafood platters, to the chicken tenders, to the genuinely wonderful staff, there just isn't a better spot for this kind of old-school comfort food experience. And the staff? Always SO friendly and welcoming. Every single time we come in, it feels less like "customer service" and more like old friends excited you finally stopped by so they can catch up with you awhile. That kind of warmth cannot be faked, and it makes such a difference. Now let's discuss these fried deviled eggs. Because respectfully... who allowed them to be this good? You think deviled eggs have reached their final form and then Paw-Paw's comes in like, "Hold my beer." Crispy, crunchy, creamy, flavorful perfection. We start most meals with them because not ordering them would simply be poor decision making at this point. I usually get the chicken tender basket and LISTEN -- these aren't sad little freezer tenders pretending to be a meal. These tenders are literally as big as my hand. Juicy, tender, flavorful, cooked perfectly every time. My adult kids are obsessed with the seafood platter: three pieces of fried catfish and three jumbo fried shrimp with fries, pinto beans, slaw, hushpuppies, and homemade tartar or cocktail sauce. And when I say the catfish tastes CLEAN, my fellow seafood people will understand exactly what I mean. No muddy taste, no weirdness -- just fresh, crispy, perfectly fried fish done right. And the portions? Paw-Paw did NOT come to play. Nobody is leaving hungry unless that was a personal choice. What I love most, though, is the feeling of the place. The small-town care. The heart that clearly goes into the food. The old-school comfort vibe that feels increasingly rare these days. Places like this matter. And Paw-Paw's is absolutely one of them.

One of my favs in Bastrop. Always friendly, quick service and great catfish! It's decorated with…read morecatfish, fisherman photos and everything else you'd expect from a small Texas town (although growing and not so small any longer). It is hit or miss with lines. Typically busier during the church crowd window on Sundays. Upon entry, someone will seat you so be patient and kind. There is both indoor and outdoor seating available. Ordered the fried catfish platter. Plenty of food. The catfish is battered and fried to perfection. Always my go to when craving catfish.

Good choice for quick and easy. Ordered a crispy chicken sandwich meal and it came out freshly…read moremade. Service was friendly from start to finish. This is a drive thru only location so get your food and grab a spot.

I'm disappointed in the last three orders I had here the grilled onions are more like they put way…read moretoo much on. They put more grilled onion on and it's not even grilled. It's like a paste and it's like mushy like ground up onions it's almost like they made a gross onion paste and slathered it all over the burger, like they put a bunch of old onion in an emulsifier and then sprayed it all over your burger in a really thick gross layer and the tomato was like not quality and the lettuce wrap that the lettuce was like wet and the ratio of this onion paste to burger is like there's more onion than burger and I just don't think I'll be coming back because it's almost not edible I got the cookie and it's like not soft and chewy at all and I asked them about the banana bread, but I didn't order it, but they charged me and put it in my bag anyways and the french fries have not been very crispy they've been also mushy and I'm just really disappointed and I just don't really ever wanna come back. I wasted money paying extra for the not bacon that was gross and onion mush - Didn't finish it kind of want a refund NGL

Another great meal today posing as a late lunch. Likely a good thing as I will not have to eat…read moreagain today. Service was great as always as well. Love the "feel" of the place. Wood floors, tin ceilings and walls and people of all walks of life. Nuthin better!

My friend insisted we go here for lunch because he was raving about "the best burger in town." I…read moreimmediately hit him with, "But I'm a vegetarian!" Lol. Pulling up to Roadhouse felt like I was about to film a low-budget country music video. The aggressively unpretentious energy was immaculate. The all-dirt parking lot said everything! No curated patio, no aesthetic succulents just straight up vibes and dust. The place was packed at 1 p.m. Our server, Raven, took great care of us from the jump. Rave was very efficient, friendly, and had zero attitude. We ordered a basket of fries, a portobello mushroom burger for me, a cheeseburger, a Philly cheesesteak, upgraded side salads, and, of course, their famous carrot cake to share. Now, let me confess something: As a Californian, I walked in with absolutely zero expectations given the facade. And yet... the fries were perfect. The portobello burger was juicy, well-seasoned, and very satisfying! My friends inhaled their cheeseburger and Philly like they were participating in a competitive sport. Lol. And don't even get me started with their carrot cake. It was disrespectfully delicious! This was seriously the most humbling "don't judge a book by its cover" moment I've had in a while. Roadhouse doesn't need any curated lighting or a reclaimed-wood Instagram wall because the food and service speak for themselves. I drove into a dirt lot with skepticism and left faceplanted by my own bias. Consider me corrected, Bastrop!

With the disclaimer that all of the staff and the location were amazing... the owner of this place…read morecame in and was absolutely horrid. Yelling at staff, storming in and out, and yelling outside on the sidewalk as well. He was really horrible to the girl working the register and to several of the staff members in the kitchen as well. Never have I received food service that was faster, more accurate, or higher quality than at this location. My food came out perfect, the restaurant is spotlessly clean, and multiple employees checked on us throughout our lunch. The kids working this store are top-tier, and they are the reason I wanted to write this review. A job very well done - thank you! To everyone except the rampaging owner, who completely blew his top and made the whole lobby feel very awkward.

Rockstars! I had a LAST-MINUTE order for 14 sandwiches at 11:15...ugh. The manager/owner, Luke,…read morewas super accommodating and made it happen, in lightening speed!

I've gotten some hot dogs from this little hot dog stand a couple times. The hot dogs are…read moredelicious, hot, and he gives you whatever condiments you want! The frito pie is delicious! He has chips and drinks too. Always super nice and friendly! Great on a Sunday afternoon while bar hopping. Lots of options, bbq chili dog, basic dog, Chicago dog, sauerkraut dog... sometimes when I take my dog for a walk downtown I stop and get us both a hot dog. The owner cuts up the hot dog for my dog. He is wonderful! Please give Dugson Dogs a try! Family friendly and great quality! Love that Bastrop has its own hot dog stand!!!

Had the Ruben hotdog today and it was delicious.read more

We went to this new chipotle in Bastrop on the second day it was open and even though the line was…read morepretty long it moved fairly quickly. It doesn't look like a very big place but surprisingly there was plenty of seating. I hadn't been to a chipotle in a couple of years and was surprised at the price increases, but I guess that's the same everywhere. I wanted to get a salad but honestly the lettuce did not look good at all, so I got a bowl. The best deal is the kids meal. You get a taco or quesadilla, and a couple of sides and it was more than enough for my grandson. They had plenty of staff and they kept the place very clean so I'm sure we will be back! I just hope they find some better lettuce because it truly looked like nothing but big thick stalks of Romaine.

There's a lot that needs to be addressed. My daughter placed an online order, picked it up when she…read moregot home, The whole bottom of the bag was soaked in j. It was all over her car seat and all over her purse. When I opened the bag, both containers were smashed and leaking. Then when I opened my food container, it's all at one end of the container and the salad I ordered had a few leaves of lettuce on the bottom and that was it for the salad. This was not a salad. Also trying to get customer service over the phone is pretty nonexistent. In the two times that I've had chipotle at this new Bastrop restaurant, I've been dissatisfied. I don't think I'll order there again.

Solid food, gravy is definitely one of my favorite parts of the chicken express experience. Always…read moreget the spicy tenders and a biscuit with fries, the gravy just keeps bringing me back. Way better than bordreuxs!

We ordered to go from inside because we wanted to look over the menu. They prioritized every single…read morecar that pulled up over us and it took them 30minutes to get our order ready---with lots if apologies as to how they had to fry chicken breasts just for us. I timed them on my exercise watch. If I were ever to make the mistake of stopping at that Chicken Express again I would order from the car and hold up everyone else behind me until they filled the order. This is inexcusable.

Small interior but don't need much space to wait since the food came out extremely quick. Sandwich…read morewas flavorful and filling. It has good reviews for a reason. I got the "authentic" and would def stop by again and try a different sandwich.

Doing some work in the area. Thought i'd try it. I ordered the# 4 combo & added marinara (.75cent…read moreadd on) server did not mention this at POS. Also not disclosed (nor posted anywhere visible to customers is the credit card surcharge. This charge is also not clearly itemized on the receipt. All of which has to be clearly provided. Not much money but a matter of principle. When the sandwich arrived it was hot and fresh. It was ok. Not a "traditional" Philly Cheese Steak. Here they use mozzarella. If you've ever been to Philly you know what i'm sayin. Small dining area, limited beverages available. Friendly staff. If i'm in the area again I might try another type of sandwich without the frozen fries. But this is not a destination place for me.

The service: everyone was so kind and helpful. The…read moreambiance: a fantastic little hole in the wall with the perfect amount of lighting, low key, not too loud and very clean. The food: where to even start.....I hit the jackpot here. The salsa tasted like it was freshly made and served warm, so so good. The refried beans (which I don't typically order) were hands down the best I've ever had. The enchiladas were top notch, full of flavor and not overly salty. Honestly, I have nothing negative to say, it's a must try when in Bastrop!!

ABSOLUTELY OUTSTANDING -- BEST MEXICAN FOOD ANYWHERE…read more If I could give more than 5 stars, I would. I've traveled all over Texas and across the U.S., and I can say without hesitation that Las Cocinas Mexican Grill is hands-down the BEST Mexican restaurant I have ever been to -- and that includes all of Austin. My family and I come here several times a week, even though we don't live close by. That alone should tell you how incredible this place is. Must-try favorites (do NOT skip these): The Margaritas - Very strong and absolutely perfect. Order them half & half (half on the rocks, half frozen). Trust me -- you'll thank me later. Nachos Al Carbon (Appetizer) - The beef fajita meat is out of this world. Tender, flavorful, and unforgettable. Beef Fajitas Cremosas (Entrée) - Get them with EXTRA sun-dried tomatoes. Oh. My. God. I have never had anything like this in my life, and it's something I crave several times a week. Stuffed Jalapeños - So good I sometimes order them as my entire meal. And the onion rings they're served on? Easily the best onion rings I've ever had anywhere. Beyond the food, the staff is absolutely amazing. From the moment you walk in, they make you feel like family -- warm, welcoming, and genuinely happy you're there. That kind of service is rare, and it's one of the many reasons this place is so special to us. And yes -- I always forget to take pictures of my food because I eat it before I remember to take photos for a review . That should tell you everything you need to know about how good it is. We are incredibly thankful for Las Cocinas. It's not just our favorite Mexican restaurant -- it's our favorite restaurant, period, and the best in the entire area by a mile. Perfect in every way.

Whataburger isn't just a meal, it's an experience. If you are visiting TX, you don't experience…read morethis on the same level as a Texan does but if you're in the right headspace, it's awesome. First, I want to point out that it's important to manage expectations. When I fly Spirit Airlines, I'm usually satisfied because I don't expect the same level of service & quality I might find on United, Alaska, Delta, & Southwest. I pay less and I get less and that's OK. This is not a steakhouse burger, it's fast food and I feel that it's better than most of the standard chain-faire. Is this the In n' Out of TX? Kind of. I'm a Seattle native and I grew up on Dick's Drive-In, which I still love & I believe is the reason that In n' Out will never try to breach the Seattle market. As any Seattle native knows, CA started invading our city in the 1980's and you can easily see the ultimate results of that. I'm not here for social commentary but I will say that WA set themselves up for their fate by already embracing a lot of CA's bad ideas before the invasion began & then enacting them when the echo chamber became overwhelming. I don't think Texans would tolerate that. One of the things I hated about the Californians is how snotty they were about Dick's Drive-In. They would crap all over it because they preferred In n' Out & frankly, I've tried them both many times and I'll stick with DDI. This was my third trip to TX, & my first to the Austin area. I have moved to NV since my last visit and my perspective has changed a bit. I think the first two times I visited, I was a snotty Northwesterner & I instinctively looked down on TX because it wasn't like WA. Since I hated the way the CA people did that in WA, I realized I was a hypocrite. This time, I came with a new attitude and I saw it all through a different lens. I love it now. I love how friendly the people are. I love the overall attitude and vibe. Eating at Whataburger was fantastic. I'm not a huge burger eater beyond DDI but I enjoyed this meal more for the experience than for the food. I don't want to short-change the food, it was tasty and the portions were good as well as the prices but the employees and other patrons were wonderful. I had never been to this city before and they treated me like a part of their community. I love food and even do food blogging and videos and I would urge all of my friends to go try Whataburger with an open mind and an appreciation of a true TX experience.

Went thru the drive thru, ordered chicken strips, gravy, French fries, got home had a burger and…read morefries. It's not rocket science people. I'm done...no more Whataburger!