Best fried fish I've ever ate. We sat outside, our waitress was a very nice young lady. I have noticed she works harder and friendlier than others. We were the only Asian walk in the restaurant. Nobody greeted us, even we stand in front of the cashier lady (whom doesn't wear a worker matching shirt like the others, I guess she is the owner). I felt bad that I didn't ask the nice young lady's name. This young lady should get a raise. read more

My husband and I went for breakfast and the hotcake I ate was delicious. The syrup was also really good. He got sunny side up eggs, sausage patties, a hash brown and a biscuit. We highly recommend stopping by. We were so hungry that we forgot to take a picture of our food. We didn't enjoy the little mixup upon receiving our plates. The waitress took our food to the table across and brought their food to us. She quickly realized it and switched our plates. Amidst this pandemic, those kind of mistakes make me paranoid that I just ate someone else's germs. We just said a quick little prayer and ate it without being total Karens about it. She also mixed up our tickets. Luckily they charged us what we ate, but I think the other couple that paid before us paid our ticket which was less money than their was. read more

The 3 of us visited The Lost Maples Cafe last Friday, Oct. 1, 2021 for an early dinner. We were staying at Garner State Park for our annual family weekend & we always do our research before going to a new place to eat. This is one of the 1st times where our due diligence failed us. We will never set foot in this place again-just terrible. Ever heard of 'fake news?' Well there are also 'fake reviews' & that's all we can chalk those previous reviews up to. We were promptly approached by Ashton & his opening line was "are you ready to order?" We asked if we could get beverages 1st. He came back with 3 sweet teas & those were the best of our entire experience. We ordered Jalapeño Poppers as an appetizer & he said they were out so we changed to Deep Fried Okra & he said they were out. We've never had them & asked if there wasn't a way they could make just a couple for us to taste them & he left to ask & came back 5 minutes later with a full order & we were confused but happy. Next a woman showed up to take our order & my husband ordered a large portion of Chicken Fried Steak so we could all share & my daughter & I split an order of Beef Enchiladas so we would have room for dessert. The enchiladas were basic-nothing special but as my husband put it "this is probably the worst chicken fried steak I have ever had as well as the gravy" & he never complains about his meal. He said it is probably the cheapest & the worst cut of meat they could get. He gave us our share & yup, he was right. We couldn't even cut it much less chew it & the bland, flavorless gravy with hardly any sausage in it was awful. Like eating flour mixed with water & no seasoning. We wanted to return it but no one showed up to ask how everything was & they started getting busy & we didn't want to make things difficult during these tough times. Make sure you look at the 'salad' pic we received. All lettuce but we saw other salads going out with chopped tomato & shredded cheese. Couldn't we at least get some croutons, or cucumber or something? We sat there waiting for someone to clear our plates & take a dessert order but no one came & we didn't see our server again. I went to the counter to get help & our server was in the back & she came out & told Ashton to take our dessert order. Yet another mistake-the cherry pie was so bland & we assumed a canned filling was used & pecan pie was not home made. Very boring & crust shows it was not made in house as advertised. 2 older gentleman across from us received their food & Ashton explained that they were out of butter for one of the guys baked potato & he walked away. We had leftover butter packets that we gave the man & he was thankful & said he wouldn't have ordered a baked potato had he known they had no butter. But then not 5 minutes later we see a server getting butter out of the stand up cooler close to us. Then we swear we saw other people eating Jalapeño Poppers but we were told they were out. I think some training of the service staff is in order here as well as how staff is informed when something is '86'ed. (Lost Maples Cafe-why don't you Google that) Overall $65 for a terrible meal is our mistake. Never again. Here it is a week later & we are still talking about it. read more

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If zero stars was an option that would be correct. We have been sitting in this pretty empty restaurant for 1 1/2 hours and have not gotten our food. We've had customers come, sit, order, and leave. As I type we still have no food. Our children are here, it's getting close to 2pm. I'm hardly even mad I'm just so so hungry. I can't imagine the quality of the food to be good enough to comeback from this kind of wait. We've asked for our food again and again. The side salad hasn't even arrived. Never an "I'm sorry it's taken so long". We were so excited to try this place and it was the worst dining experience of my entire life. No the food wasn't good either. read more

The worst food and service! How can you mess up potatoes and eggs?! All the waitress did was take our order and then never came back! The potatoes were burnt and the eggs over cooked! And the food hurt our stomachs and had to use the restroom right after! NOT GOOD! Do not eat at this place if you like food! read more

We had a large group and a person with special dietary needs. The staff took great care of us and made sure our requirements were met. They really went above and beyond for us. The food was great. The biscuits and gravy were just ok. The pancakes are as big as your head!!! read more

Are here for dinner AND breakfast. The lamb sliders (dinner) were AMAZING. Order them. Breakfast was decent and staff was friendly. Small town charm at its best. Try the pie! read more

I love small town restaurants as they reflect their town and history. This was no exception. I loved the old building with wooden floors and ceilings and barn door. The staff is very nice, and helpful. The waitress always had a pleasant smile to greet you. The food was good. I had the chicken tenders and initially they looked large. But as I removed some of the breading I noticed the chicken was thin and the appearance was mainly due to the amount of breading. It was still good but the portion was much smaller than its show. It came with Texas toast and fried which was great. My daughter had the burger and she devoured it which tells you how much she enjoyed it. Overall, it was a great place to stop in for lunch. Truly enjoyed it. read more

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We found this fabulous restaurant!! Food was great!! And pies!!! They were wonderful!! Amazing service!! Everything was the best!!! Will definitely be back!! read more

We came to Utopia for a hiking trip and this was the only restaurant that was opened after 7 pm. We walked in and told to sit wherever we wanted so we picked a table furthest away. A nice server came up to us and gave us menus as well as telling us the daily special. The server was exceptionally nice and was very attentive. She even went out of her way to find my husband's soft drink choice. We ordered our food and it came out pretty fast. I had the lamb sliders that were good although a bit greasy. The lamb was well seasoned and had a great taste. My husband had the chicken fried steak that seems pretty good. Overall, it was pretty good food. However, I was super uncomfortable with the dining experience because there was no COVID protocols being followed. No one (except those that were from out of town) was wearing masks and no one was wiping down tables. In addition, there was no social distancing. If we go back to Utopia during COVID times, we'll just order it as take out. read more

This was a very yummy spot to stop... we had a big group of 11... and the waitress was very friendly and super sweet... and the Apple pie was AMAZING!!!! read more

Lost Maples Cafe - The Apple Pie - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Utopia, Texas

I stumbled across this GEM while heading to Lost Maples to hike a few years back. It was the best surprise of the whole trip. This spot is a quaint cafe with kind workers and delicious food. I visited again with some friends over the past weekend and we all got slices of pie- absolutely delicious! This is one of those feel good places that'll make you feel like a local. A must for anyone passing by or in the area! read more

Lost Maples Cafe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Utopia, Texas

I got Campylobacter from eating here. (That's a bacterial infection. People can get Campylobacter infection by eating raw or undercooked poultry or eating something that touched it.) I went in earlier this month, and absolutely no one working in the kitchen or the wait staff were wearing masks, yet Garner State Park employees, just a few miles away, are vigilant about wearing required masks during this pandemic. Also, there isn't any diversity inside that place (it looks like a MAGA rally inside.) So if you're a person of color and eat there, be prepared to receive non-welcoming/suspicious/judgmental looks. read more

staying in Concan and found this gem, ate there for breakfast, lunch and going back later. Food was delicious, service was awesome with old time atmosphere! read more

Easy simple breakfast menu. Large portions. Down to earth people and you overhear the funniest conversations. True Texas small town cafe. Very well decorated with nostalgia read more

Lost Maples Cafe - Hotcake - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Utopia, Texas

Food and service was great. We would definitely recommend it to others and we will return.

We went to this restaurant the day we leave garner state park .Love the lamb hamburger very much, really good lamb meat. If you go to garner or lost maple state park next time , you must try the lamb hamburger . read more

Lost Maples Cafe - Love the lamb hamburger, never try this in another place before , it tastes very good. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Utopia, Texas

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Lost Maples Cafe is a must when headed to or from Lost Maples or Garner State Parks or whenever you choose to visit the small town of Utopia. There's a movie based on the town but I've never seen it. Anyway, back to the Cafe- I was ready for some great home cookin and wasn't disappointed at all! There was a smaller menu for the 4th of July but that was just perfect getting the fried chicken. It was moist and crispy. And the homemade potato salad was incredible! I can't forget about the homemade pies either. I was led to the buttermilk and it was rich and creamy. The staff was great too! I'm now trying to find a reason to head to Utopia so I can stop in for more great food!!! read more

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Service and food are excellent. We had the double patty jalapeno plate with fried okra and pie for desert. Good I don't live around here...I'd be 200 pounds heavier. read more

Great breakfast and dinner. Pros: good cooking and inexpensive. Cons: no butter available, only gross margarine No real jam available, only fake jam with mostly high fructose corn syrup read more

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Great for lunch and breakfast. Service was friendly and helpful. the biscuits were delicious. The pancake is as big as the plate!

Delightful little gem in the hill country. Great atmosphere and friendly service. Food was excellent and Catherine was wearing adorable Wonder Woman Converse high tops! Made our day! read more

Oooh my goodness this place was what my taste buds was craving... my husband was sad that i came without him.. sooooo that just means another trip ... yay! read more

Great service and excellent homemade breakfast food. Can't go wrong. In an area where there is very little as far as expectations, this place blows them all away. read more

Simple but generally tasty menu. My only disappointment was dessert. For a place that prides themselves on their pies the lemon meringue was bland and artificial tasting, with none of the pucker a good lemon pie should deliver. read more

We stopped by for lunch while visiting the area. Our food took almost an hour to come out, place was busy so I can see them getting backed up a little. My sons fried fish had raw dough in it still and it had a bland taste, my other sons chicken strips were juicy but bland, my grilled cheese sandwich barely had cheese in it since it looks like they put 1 slice in it, my wife's BLT was ok but nothing special. All out French fries tasted like they were an hr old but kept warm under a warming light. Overall the food was not worth it and very disappointing. read more

Heard about this place and wanted to try the pies. Cherry pie was good. Lemon meringue looked delicious, but it was far from that. It was warm, the lemon part was so congealed the topping was melting slide off. The crust was wet and not edible. read more

Lost Maples Cafe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Utopia, Texas

Found this place on Yelp after spending the day at Garner State Park. This is the same restaurant in the movie with Robert Duvall. It is unassuming, small town feel, but def not small town food. The fried okra and fried fish basket was excellent. Rest of the fam had chicken fried steak with gravy on the side and loved it. Chicken tenders for the little one was a very large portion. They don't skimp around here. The French Fries were not piping hot, but the kids still enjoyed it. The lamb sliders and BLT were also delish. Their home made pies are worth cheating. Apple pie was awesome. Chocolate meringue was intriguing - not sure what they added to the chocolate, but it did not taste like your average chocolate. No matter. Still tasted yummy. The cherry pie was my favorite with the apple being a close 2nd. The coconut meringue was also a favorite in our group. Parking is on the street. Staff is very friendly. You order at the table and pay at the register. I came here 3x during vaca with 2 sets of people. Will definitely return if in the area again. Def recommend. read more

Lost Maples café was an experience in and of itself. The staff and waitresses were phenomenal in the way they make you feel comfortable and at home. I couldn't resist so I had to have the special of the day which was pork roast with mashed potatoes and gravy and green beans and it was fantastic. One great experience and a town away from the ordinary in Utopia, Texas. read more

Lost Maples Cafe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Utopia, Texas

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Absolute worst service. Rude staff. long wait for food.

This place was absolutely wonderful!!! The service was great!!! Did I meantion the pie is out of this world!!! Such a cute spot!!!

A classic restaurant and must visit if you're in the Garner State Park area. Same restaurant featured in 7 Days In Utopia movie. Home made pies too! Must try this next time you're in the area. read more

The breakfast was awesome - the atmosphere was so welcoming for us vacationing from Houston! We will be back for more of your hospitality and more good breakfast! read more

I have eaten at Lost Maples numerous times and it has always been okay. But, on Sunday my parents and I were passing through town and I suggested we stop for lunch. Bad idea. I have been in the service industry for years and therefor I am super understanding when it comes to most things. From what I could gather everyone who works here must be related to another employee, there was 4 waitresses. 2 were a mother daughter pair- don't worry the dad wasn't too far away-he was sitting at a table distracting them both. The other 2 appeared to be sisters based on the way they were hanging on each other. We sat down, and the waitress (sister #1) came right over, took our drink order, brought drinks, took food order, then she never returned to our table. Sister #2 brought our food out when it was ready, after we waited ONE HOUR AND 45 MINUTES, because sister #1 was too busy arranging the mom of the group to babysit for her the days she had to work. After the food was brought over I couldn't get 1 of them to make eye contact with me so that I could tell them my 1 bean & cheese taco I ordered was ice cold. Did I mention we all just ordered breakfast tacos and waited 1 hour 45 mins. I made a bathroom trip before going up to pay and here comes the dad out of the kitchen. What was he doing in there? No idea but clearly not helping with getting food out. Then I go up to pay and the daughter of the group is there to check me out, if she wasn't too busy discussing with her dad his plans for the day she might have been able to ask me how my food was and I could tell her ice cold and my tea had been empty for 35 mins. Yes, I could have spoke up and told her but at this point observing how they were all so closely tied to one another I felt uncomfortable and felt it best I just leave it be. I don't know if yall have ever had ice cold refried beans, but its pretty disgusting and I couldn't even eat more than one bite. read more

Fantastic lunch spot! Great service and the Lamb sliders were absolutely incredible!!

Awesomely delicious food! We love the drive out for the scenery and would be willing to find a reason to drive that direction just for the opportunity to stop at eat here. read more

Food was good. Pie was great. Really long waits though. I'm not sure if it was just because I caught a Saturday lunch rush or what but I waited an hour for a burger. I would recommend you know what you want to order ahead of time and and order drinks/food/dessert all at once to save time. read more

Fantastic little place. Be sure to save room for pie! Most "Country" places I go to after a long ride always state that they have the best chicken fried steak. It usually is anything but the best. LMC doesn't disappoint. Great meat to batter ratio. Did I mention the pie? read more

The pie is usually pretty good. The actual entrees seem to depend on who's cooking that day. I've had good experiences and bad. Why the low rating? No covid precautions at all. No masks, no gloves, no social distancing. Nothing. Despite a fairly decent portion of the population in Utopia appearing to be elderly, they completely disregard government mandated safety precautions. Unforgivable. read more

My parents recently bought property in town, and we eat here every time we come out. I'm not just saying that because it's the only place in town either. This place is delicious and the service is always on par. The chicken salad sandwich and the lamb sliders are my go to. For dessert, make sure you get a slice of their homemade chocolate pecan pie. So good!! Say hi to Mrs. Louann at the register! Bonus: They have Lego blocks, crayons & paper, and books for kiddos! read more

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