We were picking up a Facebook Marketplace item in Kaufman, Texas, which is close enough to qualify…read moreas a mini road trip. And whenever we take a drive like that, we make it our mission to find a highly rated local lunch spot. This one was on the way home and looked promising, so in we went. I will say this for Texas. Onion rings are everywhere here, far more than when I lived in California. I will happily take that as a win, because the heat for about nine months of the year is not my jam. Sadly, the onion rings were not listed as one of the many sides (so we couldn't get them as a side with our meal), but we ordered them as an appetizer ($8.99 I think) with blue cheese dressing. I am not a ranch girlie, and I stand by that choice. The blue cheese had huge chunks in it, which makes me think it might be house made (bonus point!). Now, the rings. I am firmly Team "Battered" Onion Ring over Team "Breaded", and these absolutely delivered on the team battered. They were almost chicken-fried, -- super craggly, crispy, and deeply satisfying. These were the star of the meal, so do yourself a favor and order them - but you need a friend to share them with, its a heavy portion. They also have great lunch specials, most around eleven dollars. I got the pot roast with two sides, refried beans and mashed potatoes with gravy. After indulging in the onion rings, I was not exactly starving, so I ended up with enough leftovers for another full meal. The pot roast was nicely shredded and tender, and the gravy was rich, flavorful, and worth every calorie. My husband ordered the chicken fried steak, (he's obviously on a diet!), with fried okra and mac and cheese. The mac and cheese was forgettable, but everything else on his plate was solid. Service was friendly and efficient, and this place definitely fills up at lunch, so plan accordingly. A very good roadside stop, and proof that sometimes the best meals happen when you are just out running errands.

Service: we had 1 waitress but if anyone noticed empty plates or drinks they were quick to refill…read more Our waitress was very attentive as well without being hovering. Food: Chicken fried steak/ Grilled pork chop there were no complaints. Good portions for the cost and definitely seemed fresh. Even the sides were delicious and fresh tasting. The ONLY downside is parking. I didn't subtract stars for it because there is still enough room to get around. But definitely use cation with bigger vehicles and especially trailers.

My go to place when traveling through Terrell. Feels like a time warp back to the 1970's…read more Lots of options. Don't skip out on some fried chicken!

So I don't live in Terrell, but when we come out this way Pop's is the only place to eat at! Omg,…read moreit is the absolute best food I have ever eaten out here. The chicken is so crispy and delicious. The employees are very friendly and they are very helpful with everything. But their sweet tea is amazing and we can't have POP's without their sweet tea!!!! I think everyone needs to try this place out and my MIL and friends love their greens just as much- unfortunately I don't eat greens, but I trust their opinions, lol. The atmosphere is very laidback and has plenty of space inside to sit down and enjoy your meals.

If you're reading this review and looking for some good food, priced right and paired with friendly…read morecustomer service you've found it. Stop looking right now and head on over to Ida Mae's in Waxahatchie. The food was hot and incredibly delicious. My husband had their smothered pork chops and I ordered the fried catfish they were both 5 stars entrees and very generous portions. Satisfaction guaranteed! Treat yourself or cheat yourself!

I had a very disappointing experience with Ida Mae's Restaurant in Waxahachie and feel the public…read moreshould be aware. I placed an online order through their website for the following: Two (2) 3-piece fried chicken wing dinners with two sides each, priced at $9.99 each as advertised online One (1) catfish dinner Shortly after submitting my order, I received a phone call from a representative stating that I had been undercharged. I was told the online price was an error and that the wings were actually supposed to be $17.99 each, not the price listed on their own website. They wanted to recharge me an additional amount for a price that was not advertised online. I was honestly shocked. I paid exactly what their website reflected at the time of purchase. After speaking with a manager, I was told I had only two options: pay the upcharge or receive a full refund. I chose the refund. What was most disappointing is that the restaurant did not honor their advertised price, even though the mistake was theirs--not mine. I did not argue or request they honor the price because I don't feel comfortable having food prepared when there is already a disagreement or questionable business practice involved. As a result, I've placed Ida Mae's on my "do not dine" list. I believe in fair and honest business practices, and this experience fell short of that standard.

Greeted by Shabrun who was delightful! I got a bbq brisket chopped sandwich. Melt in your mouth on…read morea buttery bun and the sauce to die for. Also spoke with LD, the owner, and told him how much I enjoyed the bbq and the friendly folks! They also have a buffet that looks scrumptious and I'll be trying that next !

Buffet is definitely the way to go! There is a good selection and for a buffet the food is fresh…read moreand hot. The chicken strips and cabbage were definite stand outs as well as the pillowy soft rolls that come out in baskets routinely. One thing to note with the buffet is that the brisket, ribs, pulled pork are not included in the meat selections.

Very cute place, nice server. Chicken fried steak is breaded…read morefrozen, not battered in house. Same with the breakfast potatoes. Eggs were cooked too hot and scorched. Biscuits and sausage gravy was good. If you get the campfire fancy coffee, it does not come with marshmallows, it's marshmallow flavoring. It was good though.

When you see this cafe, don't drive by! It looks a little rustic from the outside, but the food is…read morewell worth the stop! Very good breakfast and very nice staff!

Delicious comfort food, huge portions, and warm hometown hospitality make this diner a must-stop…read morefor a satisfying meal.

We have brought several of our out-of-town relatives to your restaurant because it has always been…read morevery good. I had been bragging on your club sandwich so my daughter ordered it. It was a disappointment indeed. One thin slice of ham, one thin slice turkey and no bacon. I am writing because we don't want to give up on your restaurant but I wanted you to know.

The food was made to order and had amazing flavor!!!…read more What stood out most was the attentiveness AND helpfulness from all staff. Our waitress has great teammates around her and the restaurant as a whole!

I've heard good things about this place, but my experience was just okay. We had a reservation for…read moreSunday brunch, but still ended up waiting ~ 40 minutes before being seated. After our 3rd attempt at getting an update on table availability, we ending up speaking with another staff member who sat us almost immediately. The original hostess was young and seemed inexperienced in coordinating for large parties (8 ppl). The delay wasn't an availability issue, but a lack of critical thinking. After being seated, our moods definitely turned up, and kudos to our waiter who was energized and had a great attitude. She was also very helpful with menu recommendations. I ordered the Pot Roast Hash - it was an extremely large portion and I love that they didn't skimp on the beef. The overall taste was decent, nothing to write home about. I think the sauce was thicker than I expected and a bit overwhelming. The table seemed to have an enjoyed their meals and everything looked delicious. Because of that, it may be worth coming back.

Always a great place for breakfast. Service is top notch. Always get the biscuits for breakfast!!!…read more Omlette were wonderful and filling. Ordered hashbrowns this time and they were not tasty at all. They needed salt, as they tasted like they were cooked in a flavorless oil or unsalted butter.... But that was not usual for this place. Its a gem.

Fantastic home cooking, top notch small town service with a smile & your made to feel like family…read more The servings are huge. Warm & welcoming Mom & Pop diner feel.

I ordered their 2pc fried pork chops which were tender , crunchy and a nice size. Also had roasted…read moregarlic mashed potatoes, collard greens with hammocks. Drink was the watermelon kool-aid so good not too sweet. Really a good meal enough that I finished the leftovers the next day

Pork Chops, red beans & rice, greens, tarot pie and Mac & cheese was my order today. It did come…read moreup to $41 because I ordered a bunch of sides which they charge full price for. The love the venue it's in. Basically It's Dallas community college food court but it's great to grab a bite and read a book, study or meet a long lost friend. The food does take a minute to come out. Your better off bringing a Nintendo switch or watching a full length movie cause baby they are SLOW. Now the taste of the food. The pork chops were spot on but the sides were a little heavy handed with salt. Wait time and salty sides took two stars away.

Saturday night dinner at Belle Vie Bistro was very nice! I honestly would give it about 4.5 stars,…read morenot a 5, as that implies perfection. But they are definitely making the effort to deserve respect. First, we were seated promptly and our server was very responsive, so much so that we hadn't even had a moment to peruse the wine menu before she arrived. I would recommend that the servers be trained to bring water and the bread and butter without asking in order to offer the guests a chance to settle in for a moment. (Fresh french bread and good butter, by the way. I don't usually indulge in that, but I had 2 slices.) And if a guest asks to sample a wine, the answer is always "Yes." They are going to order wine, they just don't know if it will be that one. Both my wife and I started with side salads, which were great. Very fresh greens, and dressings that were obviously made in-house and delicious (awesome lemon vinaigrette on the bistro salad and a truly great Caesar dressing.) I should mention that their wine selection is made up of good labels you probably drink regularly, with a few neat additions that are worth a try. My wife ordered the grilled salmon cooked to her preference, and it was served that way. She really liked the lemon sauce with which it was served, along with risotto and al dente veggies including squash, zucchini and carrots (well seasoned.) I had the duck confit, and it too, was very good. Mashed potatoes made in house (again, well seasoned) with the same grilled vegetables. I appreciate many things about this restaurant. Frankly, I don't understand why it wasn't packed. The lighting is nice, the music is just perceptible so as not to be intrusive. The service is very attentive, and the food is really good. The price point is reasonable. The most expensive meal on the menu is about $35, but they offer plenty of great options for less. Having written a brunch review for this restaurant before on Google, I noticed that they take the input from their clients seriously, and I appreciate that. This is a place that is putting in the work, and it shows. I forgot to mention that they have a barista on staff even in the evenings, and pastries that are made by an actual French pastry chef (I indulged in the Croissant Aux Aumandes on our previous visit, and it is absolutely legit.) Parking on the square in Rockwall can be an issue, and Belle Vie is in the middle of the block, so maybe it is somewhat overlooked, but it is definitely worth a visit. I'll be going back pretty soon for the lamb at dinner time. I also want to try their French onion soup and French dip. You should go. You won't be disappointed.

Don't get the steak if you care how it's cooked…read more I ordered medium well, it came out medium rare. The waiter asked if I would cut into it to check other parts. I refused because I just needed to jiggle it with my fork and knife to see that it was underdone. They took it back and it came back half medium and half slightly over medium well. What's killing me is that I was told that they had checked it the second time and I could see several cuts on the steak (that's crazy that the chef/cook had to figure out doneness that way). But one of the openings in the steak was clearly medium, which he later affirmed. So, I'm not sure what they checked before! The non-bloody parts of the steak did taste good, though. So, if you don't care about doneness, go for it. Also, they had weird plating on the steak. Go for the board or go for plates but this awkward plates on a cutting board means you delicately try to not knock anything off. Pro tip: scrape it all onto the board The calamari was tasty except the plate was half fried zucchini. Slick move to get $16 out of me for a tempura plate. Otherwise, service was pretty slow although the restaurant was maybe 1/4 occupied. I had my doubts since the spot a couple doors down had a one-hour wait. Should've trusted my gut.