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.

I was excited to try this place with seeing the stars here. I actually feel bad for the owners but…read morethey need to find help and quickly. I came in with two other people, we were seated promptly, the server explained the specials, the bartender said she made amazing drinks. She said we had Blanton for $13, my two friends ordered and old fashioned with Blanton, the glass was pretty much empty. I ordered a Manhattan with Woodford, also pretty much empty and they served in a rocks glass, should have been up. I then switched and ordered a double Woodford on the rocks- they charged me 46 dollars for a 2 oz pour of Woodford. The bottle is 40. I am in hospitality. I was mortified you charged more for Woodford than Blantons. I ordered the prime rib special/ it's a steakhouse- or so I thought. I asked for MR, said as rare as they can. I got a well done piece which I sent back, they brought out another piece which looked funny, it looked fake. Not sure how to describe it. I cut into it and took one bite. It was the most vile thing I have ever eaten, it tasted like plastic and chemicals. Told the server that I would stil pay for it but I don't want anything . The owner came over I explained, she then said it comes pre-cooked. The rep from Ben E Keith recommended this. They don't have a chef . I felt awful for them. Change your vendor to one that won't sell you subpar products. The burger my friend ordered was also sent out over cooked, and the by strip was disappointing and also sent back. We all ended up getting burgers made by the other owner, they were actually good. Here's my recommendation- turn into a burger joint, and learn how to price drinks. $150 for 5 drinks, thankfully they took the food off cause of the issues. The server said thank you for not yelling at me and understanding it's the kitchen. Your service was great, please find another place with good food so you don't get yelled at. I'm sorry this happens to you but it's not going to get better unless they make changes.

Visiting family in Murchison. Came from New Jersey. Wanted somewhere to go to have a good steak…read moreas well as a place with a great atmosphere . So I googled and found you. The food was amazing as well as the entertainment. Loved the live music. Our waitrss Shelby was super nice and very attentive. I highly recommend the food, the atmosphere and the entertainment. Thank you for making me feel at home. Can't wait to come back again when we visit.

Absolutely an amazing experience. It started with the escargot and then our steaks were the best…read more Topped it off with a crème brûlée. Great service was the key as the food complimented it

The steaks are OUTSTANDING!…read more Everything else is mediocre. - bread is plain - Caesar salad (dressing) was horrendously unbalanced - potatoes au gratin are actually potato chunks (not slices) in a bland american cheese melt (not sauce) The service is courteous, but a little haphazard. We had at least 5 different staff members at the table throughout the meal, never knew who to ask what. There was no wine menu on the table to start, had to request it. Overall, they do their steaks justice, 5 stars there. The rest is to be desired.

The steaks are so good. The atmosphere is enjoyable! Service is great highly recommend !read more

Never expected myself to drive two hours for some ribeye steak, but it was worth the experience. We…read morerandomly scrolled on YouTube and watched someone rated this THE BEST in Texas so we had to check it out. What makes this place unique is that they use charcoal, have make their own rub, you can order as many ounces up to 32oz I believe, and they only sell ribeye steaks. The place is called the general store because that's what it used to be when first started doing business in the 1980s but later expanded and converted into a steakhouse. We got there at 4pm and there was a little bit of a line already. The restaurant is only open three days a week each day from 5:30 to 9. On Thursday they have fried catfish and Friday and Saturday they sell only steak. The minimum order starts at 10oz and each ounce increment is a little bit extra charge. We ordered the 24 ounce to be shared between the two of us total is about $70 and we still have some leftover. The charcoal flavor was not overpowering, but the seasoning of the steak was perfectly balanced. Usually, I eat my steak with extra pepper or chimichurri, but this one I was able to eat without any extra seasoning. The surface of the steak look heavily seared but the medium interior was really juicy and succulent. I could taste more char on the edge pieces. After the steak we headed to their second shop next door for some malt shake. I got the cookies n creame flavor, it was milky and not overly sweet like any other milkshakes. And the malt flavor lingers on the tongue after each sip. I was debating to get another one but chocolate flavor but I was too full. Service there overall was very welcoming, and dining area is really big, the interior feels like an old western cabin but very clean and spacious. Great for family gatherings too. They also have a BYOB offer for people who love some good sips along with the smokey steak.

Wow! This was truly one of the best steaks I've ever had the pleasure of eating. The appetizers,…read moredeviled eggs and bacon-wrapped shrimp, were good. The Caesar salad was good, traditional, fresh, and the correct size. The garlic mashed potatoes were good. But the wagyu NY strip was just incredible. It was almost black on the outside and just warm on the inside, a perfect rare as wagyu beef should be. The meat was unctuous and delicious without being greasy or fatty. It was so richly umami flavorful, perfectly seasoned. It was just an excellent steak. The bourbon bread pudding was a huge serving and wonderfully flavorful. There was some nice bread to go with the meal too. The smoked old fashioned cocktail before dinner was excellent. And I got a nice Cabernet that perfectly paired with the steak. Our server was casual but friendly with a good balance of hospitality and service. This was truly a great dinner and one of the best steaks I've ever had... and all of this in Ennis, Texas. If you're reading this review, thank you... but just stop reading and go to Ruston Cattle Company.

Service was great. The food was disgusting. Steak was burnt and tough. Jalapeño cream corn was…read moredisgusting.

The atmosphere, food & service was excellent. The steak was cooked perfectly. We had…read more crabcake as an appetizer and it was scrumptious. Plus the large slice of chocolate cake was amazing. We loved our time at V's.

No need to go to the "big city" for this hidden gem of upscale food. This speak easy has a fun,…read morequiet and very upscale environment but you wouldn't know it by the outside adjacent lake restaurant (which is fun, too). Our food was absolutely delicious! Excellent customer service!

Not our first trip to this restaurant, it's Been great every time. This time we got Catfish &…read moreShrimp with Fried Jalapeno Stuffed with a great stuffing of Cheese, wrapped with Bacon. Super good. We were very happy with the service & I wish I could remember her name. She was awesome. My only complaint is that the noise level is huge, loud enough it's very difficult to have a conversation. Food is worth it.

Great food and service. Excellent deck for a sunset dinner. Reasonably priced alcohol…read more The food prices were pretty high but everything was high quality. The ragu was especially delicious and very meaty. Only complaint is our wedge salad was brought out at the same time as the entree even though we told the server we were splitting. I'd return though. Very enjoyable meal.

We visited Home Grill Steakhouse on a Sunday after church while vacationing in East Texas, and it…read morewas one of the highlights of our trip. We arrived around 11:30 a.m. and were seated immediately, even as the restaurant quickly filled with the after-church local crowd. Seeing so many locals choosing to eat here made us feel like we'd found the right place. Our server, Trish, was wonderful. She was friendly, attentive, and checked on us just the right amount--always available without ever making us feel rushed. Our family of seven ordered a variety of meals and everything was a hit. The catfish basket special was a favorite with my parents. My grilled pork chop was cooked perfectly and came with a baked potato and delicious grilled squash and broccoli. My husband enjoyed the grilled chicken sandwich with onion rings, our daughter loved the kids' sirloin with mac and cheese, and our youngest happily devoured his chicken tenders, mac and cheese, and fresh fruit. What stood out most wasn't just the food--it was the overall experience. Great service, generous portions, a welcoming atmosphere, and a dining room full of locals all combined to make this a memorable meal. If we're ever back in Palestine, Home Grill Steakhouse will absolutely be on our list for another visit.

Garlic parmesan wings came out fast, really hot and crispy. But I like more seasoning. The onion…read morerings are homemade, pretty good, I would like them crispier.

Unassuming, but worth a visit. Best burger and steak we've had in Canton so far…read more Super friendly staff and a laid back atmosphere.

First time. Started at pretty good but then the server left and never said we would be taken care…read moreof by another server so we sat and sat and sat. Food was just mediocre. And the price you pay to get mediocre food... no thanks. One and done for us.

Very friendly staff, fast service, great food! Atmosphere isn't flashy, but exactly what you expect…read morefrom a hometown restaurant - cozy!

The 8 rib eye and shrimp was great, sides was great and the service and atmosphere was amazing! The…read morechocolate pie was amazingly good. This was worth the drive for a great steak. Got homemade peach cobbler to take home.