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In town for business and found this place thru another community recommendation. And let me tell you something they were not wrong the food here is some good ole home cooking with all the right flavors. You will not be disappointed, this is a must try. read more

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Dan G.

11 months ago

This place has great food and the servers are great love the old Style feeling we get when we go there . So many great choices . The ice tea is sweet and very good . Love the drive out that way , if the solar farms were not on my way it would be so much nicer ! I hate that there on prime farming land ! Why could they have not put them out west of temple in the rocky land not suited for farming ?! read more

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Bill V.

2 years ago

This place is a hidden gem! Large place, with room to enjoy your food and your conversation without rubbing elbows with the next table. Service was spectacular. She was friendly, down to earth, and very helpful with suggestions. Menu covers about anything you want. We had burgers and fries. Both were nice and hot, full of flavor, and huge. Sweet tea was perfect. Next trip will be chicken fried steak. It looked amazing! read more

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Dale C.

1 year ago

Damn good Texas food! Magnificent service! Fried or grilled, it be damn gooooooooooodddd!

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Velma V.

2 years ago

Good food, good atmosphere! Out of town, but not a long drive out of town. Friendly service, great location. read more

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Williamettia S.

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We were going to Greens Sausage to try the cafe but it was close to closing so we found this little place. It's very farmhouse like, with some of the sweetest waitresses. Their menu is not big , but what they prepare is good. My husband ordered catfish , mashed potatoes and veggies. I had fried shrimp,butterflied and breaded, corn on the cob and a house salad with thousand island dressing. The salad was fresh ,green and crispy. Shrimp had fresh of the sea taste. We also ordered sweet tea and cobblers (cherry/peach). I was pleasantly surprise to see crust as opposed to biscuit type of dough. Lovely brown crust and plump juicy cherries. Side note, the restroom/outhouse, is actually outside of the restaurant. They do also offer live music with a bandstand and outdoor seating. read more

Oscar Store - Huge sweet tea!! - American Near Me - Temple, Texas

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Ernie S.

5 years ago

Thomas and his team are great people. Had the chance to visit and eat at this great local place for the first time. It was recommended by a client and well worth the trip on our way to Ash Acres Farms in Belton. Even though she was a newer member of the team, Heaven took great care of us. Very personable and attentive. The food was all scratch made. The chicken fried steak and gravy on point and even the homemade biscuits, fried pickles and cheese-sticks made us feel like we were having dinner at a friends house. A great place for locals and visitors alike. Will definitely be back. read more

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Danielle W.

1 year ago

We had a family party to celebrate my parents' 90th birthdays at Oscar Store. The evening couldn't have been better. The food was amazing and the service was perfect. The room in the back of the restaurant provided privacy and space to visit for a few hours. The staff made everything so easy for us. Thank you to Oscar Store for a special night with my family. read more

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Misty W.

2 years ago

Great staff, amazing food, nice atmosphere. They have now expanded their desert menu.

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Paul S.

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It's out in the country and worth the drive. Chicken fried steak, mashed potatoes are really good. Not greasy or leave you bloated. Great service. read more

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Beau W.

1 year ago

Chicken fried steak is the best around! Great ranch if you like ranch you'll love theirs. Also the burgers are awesome!!!

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Ron F.

2 years ago

Food was great! Very nice Texas Roadhouse atmosphere! Fried foods were crisp and not greasy! (Fried mushroom appetizer was delicious!)

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Courtney P.

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Good food, friendly service, away from the chaos of the city. Definitely worth the drive!

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Joanna M.

2 years ago

I love their chicken Fred steaks and their waitresses are so polite and get you whatever you need. The prices are pretty reasonable offer.

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Aaryn H.

2 years ago

Food is amazing! Love the atmosphere, always so is super clean and nice. Large portions too

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Bridget D.

4 years ago

We were disappointed after reading all the wonderful reviews!!! Service was very hurry up, I don't have time for this attitude!! The Salad (payed extra) was served with the meal!! Both the Chicken fry steak and Chicken fried Chicken had no flavor!! It looked beautiful though.. Even pepper gravy had no flavor nor mashed potatoes. The glasses of tea were huge, Straws barely reached top of glass. The ticket was thrown down on table along with plates, we had to get waitress attention for my husbands cobbler and ice cream. She never bothered to see if we needed anything else! Oscar's is located in middle of no where. If you want a really good fry, just go to Old Jody's restaurant, you will be happier and not have to drive so far from Temple! read more

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Kacey C.

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This place is definitely worth the drive. You'll miss it if you're not looking for it. Great home cookin'! The chicken fried steak just melted in my mouth. The fried jalapeños and fried pickles were some of the best I've ever had. The salad wasn't anything special (quite a bit of brown lettuce actually) and the double cheeseburger was SO thick. I prefer thin patties so it wasn't really up my alley but the flavor was good. I definitely recommend this place just based on the food but the service was so so. I'd love to come back when they have live music to be able to enjoy the cool outdoor patio area. read more

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Michael H.

3 years ago

Another amazing Texas staple. In and out in less than an hour, you have to try this place

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Vince D.

4 years ago

People talked this place up and said we had to try it. Ok so I've been three times now over the last two years. I guess my standards are a little high but this is just a medium quality country restaurant. The CFS was good but the salad was low quality and the choices are pretty limited to almost all fried foods. The atmosphere has great unmet potential. There's space for outdoor seating even live music, a playground for kids? Maybe even a "store" for fun unique food stuffs and merch. I will say folks are friendly and the service was good. Just seems this place is holding itself back and could take a few steps up. A solid 3 stars. read more

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Stan B.

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Hey guys, you really need to take a short trip off the beaten path and find your way to Oscar's Store. It's just a short (highway 35 on Little Elm Creek and Farm Road 3117 six miles east of Temple in eastern Bell County) ride to the picturesque town of Oscar and the country side is beautiful. Talk about stepping back into time. You drive up to this weathered looking building with a old sign that looks like it it's just hanging on with barbed wire and a prayer ( don't get me wrong I know it's all safe and sturdy-it's just the rustic aesthetics of the place, and I live it) that reads: OSCAR STORE in faded letters. The original Oscar Store was built in 1934 and run by Rudy and Grace Schiller. In 2005, the building was struck by lightning and burned to the ground. At that time Thomas Maddux rebuilt and reopened Oscar Store in 2009 and has created a unique and thriving restaurant for locals and tourists. Let's chat about the food, shall we? Friends, if you like big portions of true down-home southern cooking......no, correction "cook'n", then trust me you have come to the right place. Fried Pickles Fried Mushrooms Fried Okra French Fries Fried Catfish Fried Pork Loin Fried Squash Fried Jalapeños Fried Poppers Chili Cheese Fries Onion Rings Chicken Fried Streak Ham Steak Green Beans Corn on the Cob Sweet Potatoes Mashed Potatoes.......Dear Lord I am in Grease Heaven! Then of course they had burgers and sandwiches and salads and desserts......WITH Texas Blue Bell Ice Cream. Neighbors, you just gotta see it to believe it! Oscar Store gets Four Stars from this husky country boy Happy Eating Y'all read more

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George S.

4 years ago

Had a great dinner with friends at the Oscar Store. I got a burger and great onion rings. Ordered pickles and fried jalapeños. Wife got cheese fries. Great service! Love this Texas place off the beaten path! Worth the trip! They are friendly hosts and take care of you! read more

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Michelle H.

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5 years ago

We tried this place after it was recommended by a friend. It was a bit of a drive but definitely worth it! We were excited that the fish was fried in cornmeal (making it gluten free)! It was fresh and hot and crispy and perfect. The okra was fried to perfection and the coleslaw was amazing! Other than the restrooms being outside, the place was perfect! read more

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Yvonne G.

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Amazing. Went on a trip out to Dallas and found this on our way back home. Was a little skeptical taking the 8mile detour from I-35 but am so happy we did. The fried mushrooms were so good. The fried pickles were all crunchy and also really good. The steak was cooked to perfection. Husband had a medium rare ribeye and I ordered the chicken fried steak. It's worth the detour, it's worth a trip and we plan on taking the in laws when they come to visit. The wait staff was so friendly, even the clientele made the place a uniquely friendly experience that just happened to have outstanding food. read more

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Made a 45 minute drive to this restaurant and have to say it was very worth the drive! We really didn't know what we was going to get ourselves into driving out there but beautiful area. The outside is very charming. Plenty of parking in front. The service was great and the establishment. Corn nuggets were awesome!!! the pepper popper and fried okra. Every protein that we ordered was juicy and cooked to perfection. Definitely will return if I return to Texas. read more

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Mike S.

2 years ago

Amazing food. Great ambiance. I had heard about Oscar Store for about 2 years. We finally went there for lunch. We can't wait to go back.

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MR. T.

4 years ago

This place is off the beaten path but well worth the ride down that back country road. It's even more fun on the motorcycle!!! I ordered the cheeseburger with fries and a sweet tea. The burger rocks! The staff were all friendly my hostess was outstanding! I'll be making more rides that way in the future count on it! read more

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Alexander S.

3 years ago

Chicken fried steak sandwich was AMAZING!! Super tasty, definitely wasn't frozen. It was huge and I ate the entire thing. Service was good too, Logan's a sweetheart. Recommend! read more

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Del P.

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First time here. Visiting our son who lives in Belton. Had the Thomas Burger, wow ! Didn't realize it's 2 "8"ounce freshly grind beef patties. read more

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Rodney B.

3 years ago

This is a bit out in the country but everything they serve is delicious. The best in Bell County for old fashioned Southern cooking. The fried mushrooms were great, not greasy. We had chicken fried steak and the Thomas burger. Both were excellent. read more

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L. W.

7 years ago

The steak at Oscar store is hit or miss. First steak we had there was delicious cooked just right. The 2nd time my wife ordered the steak and she said it was so tough so couldn't chew it. It was so bad she tried to send it back but they refused to take it or even take it off our bill. I stick with the hamburgers, they are very good. The onion rings are also worth a try. The 3 stars is for the steak, you should have taken it ba Back to Oscar Store for lunch. This time I had the chicken fried steak with mashed potato's and a salad. The CFS was perfectly cooked and topped with a generous amount of cream gravy. I really enjoyed my meal and I should up another star. Only thing is, I was burping up chicken fried steak from Temple to Houston and had hart burn so bad I had to carpet bomb it with rolaids and a big swig of pepto bismol. I think I'll have a cheeseburger and onion rings the next time I go.MMM Update: I'm raising their rate to 5 stars for the delicious chicken fried steak! read more

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Otty T.

3 years ago

This place is a gem . The food was delicious. Had the chicken fried chicken and the gravy was one of the best I had in a long time . This place is great for groups and has a pool table if you just wanna hang out . read more

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Reina V.

3 years ago

The service was amazing and you get a large portion of food for the price! I also noticed that they do reservations and parties.

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David N.

3 years ago

If y'all looking for some great greasey spoon home cookin, Oscar's is the place for y'all !! Everything on the menu is amazing, service is amazing and very much family atmosphere. You won't be disappointed you made the drive !! Nestled in the middle of nowhere, the country setting beautiful !! read more

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Michael W.

2 years ago

We were staying in Temple but didn't want the old standard chain restaurants for dinner so we looked for one of those quaint Mom and Pop joints that always serves great food and friendly, down-home atmosphere. Boy did we find a great one! Out of town but not too far out! The Oscar Store was perfect! From the friendly greeting and personable service from our waitress to the food and prices we were well pleased. My wife had the chicken fried steak and, believe it or not, I had my tastebuds set for catfish but subbed for liver and onions. Everything was spot on! (We had heard that the fried catfish might be a bit skimpy and I was hungry so I went for the liver.) As we left we met the cashier who happened to be the owner and we had the kind of conversation that makes you feel like you've known each other forever. The place is just what you would expect and tiny country town to have for their bright spot in the area. Rustic and country decor, clean and well appointed with plenty of space to not feel congested. Y'all need to try this one if you're anywhere near Temple/Belton. read more

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Jeff W.

2 years ago

Well worth the short drive to the restaurant. I've been there numerous times and never had a bad experience.

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Gary H.

6 years ago

Horrible steak, I mean absolutely horrible. I hate that I hated it so much as I've always wanted to try this place out. I'm not sure if they were just super busy, which the place was packed so maybe that's why our entire order was bad. My wife got the cheese burger, And I got the ribeye . The waitress told me their ribeyes were some of the best. It was completely flavorless. My wife's cheeseburger patty also lacked any seasoning whatsoever. The waitress asked me about the streak,I let he know it wasn't good. I didn't say anything about how bad the food was at check out which I probably should have. I honestly don't think we will be back. read more

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Robert S.

2 years ago

Servise was good, food was good , ordered a single burger with grilled onions & jalapeños and got charged for a double, that's Bulshit .... I'll think twice about going back read more

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Matt H.

2 years ago

Father's Day food poisoning. Smog response. I've been bragging about this place until that phone call. Obviously the lady running this place has an extremely high opinion of herself for a really unknown reason. I'll spend my money with people that appreciate it. read more

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Amanda B.

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We LOVE Oscar Store! We live an hour away and make the drive just for the food! We always have something different and have never had a bad meal. There's fried and healthier options available. I recommend chopped steak, chicken fried steak, catfish, onion rings, fried mushrooms, and salads. read more

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Jeremy T.

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I was in the area and looking for a cool place to visit since I didn't know when I'd be back. Thank you Yelp for letting me know of this spot out in the middle of nowhere. Although it was sort of slow during my visit, this place reminded me a lot of Luckenbach, Texas. Every menu item I tried was really good and hit the spot. We had the fried mushrooms, ribeye, and chicken fried steak. Wish I had enough room for dessert, they had a good selection of those as well. read more

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8133 Oscar Spur
Temple, TX 76501
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(254) 983-2175
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http://www.oscarstoretexas.com/

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Hours

What time does Oscar Store open?

Oscar Store opens at 11:00 AM on Monday, Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

What time does Oscar Store close?

Oscar Store closes at 3:00 PM on Monday and Sunday.Oscar Store closes at 9:00 PM on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.Oscar Store closes at 10:00 PM on Friday and Saturday.

Mon, Sun 11:00 AM - 3:00 PMTue-Thu 11:00 AM - 9:00 PMFri-Sat 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Oscar Store take Bitcoin?

No, Oscar Store does not take Bitcoin.

Does Oscar Store take credit cards?

Yes, Oscar Store takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Oscar Store have catering options?

Yes, Oscar Store does have catering options.

Does Oscar Store have a drive thru?

No, Oscar Store does not have a drive thru.

Does Oscar Store serve alcohol?

Yes, Oscar Store serves alcohol. Beer & Wine Only

Indoor Amenities

Does Oscar Store allow dogs?

No, Oscar Store does not allow dogs.

Does Oscar Store have TVs?

Yes, Oscar Store has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Oscar Store have bike parking?

Yes, Oscar Store has bike parking.

Does Oscar Store have outdoor seating?

Yes, Oscar Store has outdoor seating options.

Does Oscar Store have parking?

Yes, Oscar Store has parking options. Private Lot Parking

Other Amenities

Is Oscar Store wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Oscar Store is wheelchair accessible.

Does Oscar Store have free WiFi?

No, Oscar Store does not have free WiFi.

From the Business

Specialties

We take pride in our delicious Home Cooked Meals. We are a family friendly place with an amazing outside venue for your special events. We continue pleasing our customers with our delicious Chicken Fried Steaks, Burgers and more. We are open 7 days a week. Just a short trip off of IH 35 to the country! Come See Us it is worth the Trip!!

History

Established in 2009.

Oscar Store re-opened for business on July 3, 2009, after the original store burned down in 2005. Rudy and Grace Schiller owned the original Oscar Store for over 33 years. It was a well-known East Bell County Bar that was known for their turkey shoots and ice cold beer! Thomas Maddux re-built the Oscar Store as it is today. The character and charm of the store is reflected in every inch of the establishment. Materials used have been recycled from Old barns, Cotton Gins, and much more. The old farming community is reflected in the many pieces of equipment placed throughout the yard. The community of Oscar was a thriving town at one time with several Cotton Gins, Schools, Post Office and Oscar Store! The character and charm of the Oscar Store is reflected in the friendly faces you meet there.

Meet the Business Owner: Thomas M.

Thomas Maddux is living a dream! He grew up learning how to cut meat in the local Grocery Store at the early age of 8 years. He attributes his restaurant knowledge and success to learning the grocery business at an early age. He is not afraid of hard work, and it shows when you see the labor it has taken build The Oscar Store and to keep it running as a very successful business. He always has a smile and doesn't know a stranger.

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Had Valentines dinner here. Reservations made in advance for this special day. Got to meet Eric…read moreone of the owners at the check in desk. He recommended the upstairs dinning room if you want it to be romantic evening. Agree 100% when we left you could hardly hear your self talking. They also have a nice outside area which would be nice in spring/summer time. Our waitress was Riley who has been with them for 2 years and was very knowledgeable about the menu. She was spot on the whole night. Had our drinks my wife the Appleton and I had Dewars and soda. Bartender knows their stuff and does not skimp. Appetizers were Risotto Tots, Very good, also to large crab cake with remoulade sauce, excellent. Shrimp scampi was excellent and very filling. They have a very diverse menu for varying appetites. Highly recommend eating at this establishment. 5 stars plus. Keep up the great work.

Came in on a Saturday night to celebrate a promotion. I was hoping it would be more intimate, but…read moredespite there being a few other open tables we were seated back to back to a large party. Since it's a small space and echoey, we could not hear ourselves over the group of people talking. Drinks: We started with the Queen Bee cocktail and a red wine. The cocktail was good but I didn't feel the mixture of flavors worked well for my taste. I can't recall the name of the wine but it was a nice wine to pair with red meat. Appetizers: we started with the fried green tomatoes and the Caesar wedge salad. The tomatoes were a little bland and came out cold (not sure if that was on purpose?). The wedge was good but was slathered in dressing which made it a little too rich. *Side note: I realized after we left that complimentary bread was mentioned on the appetizer menu, but I'm unclear if we had to ask for that...? It was never offered nor brought out. I decided against ordering the French baguette because I assumed there was complimentary bread. Entrees: I had the Ravioli Diablo and my husband tried the Sea Bass special that came with clams, mussels and lobster ravioli. The Ravioli Diablo was just OK, kind of a small portion. For the special, he liked the mussels but thought the sea bass was a little overdone. In hindsight, there was a lot going on with that plate; the ravioli was a bit out of place and it could've used a nice risotto or rice instead. Dessert: we tried ordering Creme brulee but they were out so we ordered the "brown butter" cheesecake instead...I'm including the description from the menu and a picture of the bare cheesecake loaf I received with no toppings (I took the picture after my husband took a bite). I'm actually most disappointed about this since I was hoping it would be the part of the meal to make up for the mediocrity of everything else. "Vanilla bean brown butter with candied pecans and soft whipped cream" Honestly I tried to be optimistic but it was overall not the experience I was hoping for. Especially for a $200 bill.

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We got takeout from Cheeve's for lunch, and the food was massively overpriced for the quality. This…read moremay be because this was lunch and not dinner, as their lunch menu has very limited options. I got the penne dal giardino with chicken for a whopping $25. This pasta was very mid. It just tasted very basic. I like having vegetables in my pasta, but they made the pieces abnormally large, and there wasn't much chicken, which was an additional $7. I've had much better and cheaper pasta at Olive Garden. They don't do delivery at all, which was inconvenient, especially for lunch, which doesn't even offer food that would be strange to deliver like steak.

This is definitely not a 4 star restaurant. The service was great, but the food was as just so-so…read more I got a $55 steak and $12 bakes potato. The steak was very undercooked, so much so that I couldn't eat much of it. I ordered medium and it was rare and bloody. There is no kids menu so I had to order $18 buttered noodles for my 4 year old. My husband got the ponchetrain chicken and he liked it. Maybe this is the best Temple has to offer, but we were just passing through and it wasn't what I would consider a stellar dining experience.

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Great dinner we went there for our anniversary dinner. This is our go to place for many occasions…read more As usual we had the Wild West Shrimp as our appetizer which is to die for. We have never been disappointed no matter which restaurant we have eaten at. Now for the main course my wife's favorite is the Flo's Filet and we have it butterflied because she likes it well done. Along with mashed potatoes, and a salad. I had the Renegade Sirloin with the shrimp, Rice pilaf and a salad. I ask for no seasoning on my steak because their seasoning is heavy in salt and not good for HBP. Steak came as requested somewhat asked for Medium and it came out Med Rare. It was good and ate it the way it was. Did not want to send it back and wait while my wife was eating. I also had a bowl of the Lobster chowder and it did not disappoint that is for certain. Now the Salad this was over the top. There is a guy that just makes salads we asked because they were so perfect not a wilted piece of lettuce, all the veggies were perfected also. The bowl when out comes to you is so attractive the way it is set up. This could almost be a meal with the chowder and Wild West Shrimp alone. Keep up the great work, also sent our compliments back to the salad maker.

Went here for an early lunch with friends on a weekday so it wasn't busy. The workers were nice…read moreupon greeting. I've been wanting to try this place, so was happy to finally make it out here with good company. The food came out fast and was flavorful for each plate with each bite. I'm not sure if our server was frazzled in working with us because she kept coming back to our table, with a total of 4 times asking what our drink orders were. They weren't very complicated to begin with - a child's chocolate milk, 3 waters, a strawberry lemonade, spiked strawberry lemonade, and patron dragonfruit marg. The second time she came back, this time with a notebook to take our order once again. We repeated it with somewhat less enthusiasm. But then, once she came again for the 3rd time - she brought what looked like 2 Arnold Palmer's with the kid's chocolate milk and 2 waters. At that point we changed one of our drinks and repeated the request for water, since she said she also didn't bother telling the barista to make the alcohol drinks since she wanted confirm yet again with us what our drink order was. She finally got it at that point and the rest of our drinks came shortly after. In the end when we were paying for the bill, a similar forgetfulness? experience occurred. We had to ask for a larger to go box twice until she finally brought it because she kept forgetting whenever she walked past our table. Overall, I would return to try another dish here, but would prefer a different - hopefully more attentive - server.

Not trying it would be a crime! Our Outlaw Ribeye is bone-in, well-marbled, fire-grilled, juicy, and delicious.

LongHorn’s New York Strip is fire-grilled to enhance its distinctive flavor, this thick cut is a steakhouse classic.

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Got the biggest steak in the game wearing our name! The LongHorn porterhouse combines a bone-in strip and tender filet in one thick cut.

La Riv Kitchen & Bar

I have been driving by this place for MONTHS after a tornado ripped thru this part of Temple. After…read morerefurbishing I heard they changed it up a bit so I suggested to the hubs that we try them out for date night - and MAN were we Supremely happy we did!! This little place is completely redone inside to look like a high class bar and dinner venue!! We stared w the Ahi Tuna Crudo - super fresh Ahi tuna beautifully presented with a surprising and refreshing arrangement of pickled celery, and sweet Italian peppers, served over a delicate avocado puree and tiny dots of citrus ponzu. The plate was Beautiful! Our next adventure; lightly charred pieces of octopus atop slightly pureed cannelloni beans. Now this is an unlikely and unusual pairing, but it WORKS!! SPLENDIDLY!! And again, the presentation is beautiful Generous portions of octopus with a char that gives it a slight smokiness and perfectly cooked to make for a tender bite and with the puree? Not since Italy have we been so amazed!! The saltiness with hints of chilis in the background, the texture of the beans, the slight chew and smoothness of the octopus; an elevated flavor combo that knocks it out the Park! As we wait for our main courses the restaurant fills with patrons and I'm gazing around, noting the Huge pizza oven. It's rustic and beautifully made; tiny tiles overlaying its upper surface making for a gorgeous and impressive visual in the midst of the bustling kitchen. I love that it is used as a WALL of sorts on its outer edge. I also love that one has a view of the kitchen via a smallish viewing glass next to the oven. Another site is the bar! Now mind you. This is TEMPLE. But this bar, and really the entire inside of this establishment is something you'd expect to see in the bigger cities like Austin or Dallas!! It's Truly a class act!! White linen clad tables, servers dressed black and white, beautiful decor. Not something you would expect in this area!! Our awesome server Austin takes excellent care of us; taking the time to stop in often to chat and share with us his wanderings, life experiences, and Menu Expertise!! We love the interaction! And then Austin brings out our MAINS!! And OH MAN GUYS.... First up is the Osso Bucco. I've had Osso Bucco in many places; I've MADE Osso Bucco. This is PERFECTION. Not too much demi which is almost ALWAYS the case, in stead of Drowning in the sauce this dish gives just enough so that you can scoop up perfect bites of light and creamy polenta. Not a trace of its gritty source this polenta is airy and buttery smooth promoting mere corn to another level altogether. The Real Star here tho is the Veal Shank. We are presented with lavish portion - the shank bone is served with a tiny bone fork alongside; given to scoop out the unctuous velvety richness that is the inner MARROW!!! And when I say wow? I mean WOWWWWWWW The flavor of the shank is a consume of beefy richness with hints of herbs As much as I LOVE LOVE LOVED the veal tho? The homemade pasta stole it for me honestly. Now, my hubs and I are blessed enough to go to Italy a couple times a year, and we have YET to taste pasta like this!! La Riv makes their own pasta in house and GUYSSSSSSSS we tried the Pappardelle with beef rib; Gorgeous braised beef chunks swimming in a delicate jus and herb ricotta to mix in. The beef is melt in your mouth tender while the Pappardelle has a slight bite telling you it is FRESH!! I LOVE the texture of this pasta. It is my favorite of the pasta cuts and I just could not get enough!!! But I had to hold myself back so I wouldn't eat ALL of hubs dish!! We absolutely Love this little Gem on W Adams in Temple. It's unassuming but I Guarantee will knock your socks off!! The staff are wonderful, and your taste buds will be treated to a Real Italian Flavor Adventure!!

Service is outstanding and the food is so fresh! The table seating quaint in the ambience it's very…read morerelaxing!

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Pignetti's

We didn't have reservations, but were lucky to get a couple seats at the bar. The service was…read moreexceptional and the food was so great... likely the best Italian I've eaten in Texas. I had their specialty lasagna and it was so worth the trip. The prices were a little high, but I guess you get what you pay for!

I am extremely disappointed with the experience I had as a guest. I booked a table well in advance,…read moreonly to arrive and be told that the restaurant had been double-booked for the entire evening. This was not only frustrating, but also embarrassing, especially since I had important guests with me. There was no clear explanation provided by a supervisor or manager, and the only response we received was a brief and not very sincere "sorry." A phone call ahead of time would have been the professional and respectful thing to do, rather than having us show up and then be told we would simply be placed on a waiting list. It really makes me question the purpose of making a reservation days in advance if it is not going to be honored. Fortunately, I was able to secure a last-minute table at Cheeves Brothers Steakhouse, but this situation was completely unacceptable and left a very poor impression. Do Better!!

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Railway Express Diner

4.6

(74 reviews)

11.8 mi

Quaint place downtown Belton inside the Katy building. Easy to find parking. The inside is very…read moresmall. I wish there was more of an entryway. You have to leave the restaurant to use the restroom that is shared by several businesses. This place is great if you enjoy fried food. Classics like chicken fried steak, burgers, fries, etc. I really enjoyed the Chicken and Dumplings, cucumber salad, cabbage, and black eyed peas. They also have great housemade ranch dressing. I'm not sure if they serve breakfast. At one time they were serving breakfast, then they stopped. Service is nice but they can get really busy so patience is key depending on the day.

This restaurant is located inside an Old railway station with plenty of memorabilia. The food is…read moretraditional southern comfort food. The boxcar Burger meal included a tasty beef patty with lettuce and tomato under the Patty and a large bun. The french fries were tasty and seemed to be made to order which was impressive. Service was extremely good with wait staff coming to check frequently during the meal. The door to the restaurant stays open so if someone comes in it doesn't immediately shot which can be a little bit annoying. Since you were in a real road station you get that feel and almost anticipate a train coming down the line which can be a lot of fun. There are also some old rail cars located near the dining area. The okra was incredibly good and tasted as if it was freshly made. The large onion slice over the bun was also fun.

Additional seating (may only be used occasionally).

Chicken fried chicken

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The Gin at Nolan Creek

The food came out quickly, was well prepared, and well seasoned. Our server was very attentive, and…read morevery nice. The dining room has nice wooden tables with matching chairs, and plays music at a respectable level (classic hits). It gives millennial burger restaurant without all the pretentiousness. I had the Thursday special, fish and chips. I'm a sucker for cod, but I think it was well battered and not over-fried. Wish there had been a little malt vinegar to go with it, but I enjoyed the lemon on it. The fries (or chips for those across the pond) were well seasoned with salt, pepper, and something else that I couldn't identify but it tasted very nice. Also ordered a signature cocktail, Texas Storm. It had ginger beer, dark rum, and blackberry syrup. Quite a heavy pour from the bartender which is much appreciated. Definitely coming back.

Food was ok. Service was ok but we only had one server, and she was obviously have trouble. Looks…read morecool inside, but we got seated at a dirty table in the back. We had a reservation but still had to wait 20 mins outside. Not a big deal except there is zero room to wait where they are calling customers up and where they are checking in. Very expensive, so I just figured food and service would be better is all. Read a lot of yelp reviews before doing my own. It looks like the issue is common.

Chicken ranch mac and cheese side of jalopeno sauce with Texas toast

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Artichoke dip

O'Briens Irish Pub

We walked in for Temple's First Friday celebration for pizza. A friendly staff and a fabulous Irish…read morePub made us feel well-received. We had the Iriahman Pizza, chips, and a Beer Cheese and Mushroom burger. The pizza is my wife's favorite, with tangy sauerkraut and a tasty, thin, well-toasted crust. My 18-year-old said the burger was pretty good, which is a resounding endorsement. The rock star of the meal was the chips and beer cheese. The cheese is delicious, and the chips are crisp, fresh, and strong enough to pair with a big scoop of cheese. The place has a super cool feel right from the start. We'll be back here again!

Great Service! We came to O'Briens so I could get my…read moreIrishman Pizza fix. Also love love the Beer Cheese and Chips! I didn't get a photo because we were so focused on devouring the cheese. O'Briens is a great place to chill, eat tasty food and get a beverage.

The Irishman Pizza

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Backporch Drafthouse - Temple

Cool staff and unbelievable deals …read more Great vibe and it's nice because there are a lot of regulars that are friendly , although you can simply mind your own business and just enjoy your food and drink and watch the games. The ladies are professional and on point with their job, they hustle and are aware. Also easy to talk to and keep a conversation which is a rarity sometimes. Enjoy this place , and a movie theater next door to catch a flick after a drink.

We chose Backporch to meet my family for lunch and exchange Christmas gifts. It was the perfect…read morespot! Everyone loved their food. Our waitress was super helpful. I don't know if I would necessarily come back (it's a 2 hour drive lol), but I would recommend it.

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Seoul Garden Temple

4.1

(145 reviews)

10.4 mi

Very nice staff and sushi was very good, clean and pretty spot for a nice dinner. Had no problems…read morewith food issue or long waits

First time we went and it was amazing! The spicy pork was sooo good as well as the sushi. Will be…read moreback soon.

Fabulous presentation

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Saigon Cafe

Wonderful restaurant managed by the BEST!!! Sandy is just absolutely the sweetest person. And June…read moreis right up there with her! We love Saigon yummy food and superb service!

Loved this place!!! Returned with my Grandson and he loved the food as well…read more Great service from the staff and every time I can I like to stop and enjoy this place!!! Sooo soooo many different choices you could probably eat a different item every day for months. Hope to try the Pho next time!!! Great place I highly recommend it!!!

Saigon Cafe! Excellent Food!

Saigon Cafe! Great place to eat!

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Garlic Chicken. Great flavor and tender pieces of chicken. Served with fried rice!

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Richard D.

135

415

1 year ago

Oscar Store is a great destination, especially for a motorcycle ride. The drive there is beautiful, and the venue itself is huge, with a rustic, classic Texas feel. I was told they host many events, and based on the size and setup, it would make an excellent spot for outdoor music, though they mentioned they don't do much of that. The food was solid--nothing too unique, but good enough. They offer a lineup of deep-fried appetizers that you can find at many places. The beer prices were great, which is always a plus. We stuck to just appetizers today. The staff was helpful, and the place was clean, which added to the overall experience. I'll need to come back and try more of the menu for a better food review, but overall, it's a nice spot with a fun atmosphere. Worth a visit, especially if you're out for a ride. read more

Robin D.

Elite 21

117

376

138

13 years ago

Oscar Store has been the site of two big family events and I'm a fan! The ambiance is perfectly Texas. This is a great place to spend some time on a weekend afternoon. A band was setting up as we left this weekend. I wished we didn't have to leave because it seems like a great place to listen to some Texas music! Y'all know I love comfort food and Oscar Store is the perfect place for some good comfort food. I've had the chicken fried steak every time. It's good! And they have fried pickles! These fried pickles are slices with really good ranch. We held one big family Christmas lunch here and a 60th anniversary celebration. Each of these events involved groups of 20. There was plenty of room for everyone, something for everyone on the menu, and the staff are so friendly and accommodating! read more

Terri K.

7 years ago

I do not get the fascination with this place. The food is NOT good. All that has been done is revamp a dying business that should have been left to die. Cleared out all the trees. Blasting music till all hours during the summer. Just screwed up the peaceful country. Go somewhere else where you aren't disturbing the peace of families homes. read more

Jenna B.

9 months ago

5/5 Review for Oscar Store Great food and excellent service! Perfect spot for large groups -- everyone felt welcome and had a great time. The location is out in the country, which gives it such a cool, laid-back vibe. Definitely worth the drive! read more

paul E.

7 years ago

Another great meal after church at the Oscar Store. Lost one star because my chopped steak could've been hotter. Fried pickles here are great. read more

John A.

132

4 years ago

Always good food and service. The menu is full of different kinds of meals so always trying something different and the out come is always good read more

Matt W.

486

15 years ago

I love going dancing at the Oscar Store! Bands can be a meh, but overall its a great atmosphere and I always have a great time when I go!

Jeff C.

685

8 years ago

One of my favorite places to have a meal with my wife. This is truly a gem!! Great pies, chicken fried steak, and steaks.

Jason F.

4 years ago

Great place Great atmosphere Great people Great food Ice cold beer Can't go wrong with any item on the menu read more

Kayla L.

6 years ago

Love this little family spot! Love the owners and the staff is so friendly! Will always visit when we can!

Dan P.

11 years ago

Food and service were fantastic!! Twenty people in our group with no complaints. Will definitely be back.

Mallori B.

250

592

5 years ago

Chicken fried steak? Excellent! Homemade French fries? Excellent! Onion rings and ranch? Excellent!

Allison W.

109

9 years ago

Good place for a burger. The chicken fried steak was really good. They also have great desserts.

Vicky H.

4 years ago

Great food and service. Loved the menu and atmosphere. A little out of the way but worth it!!

Greg R.

2 years ago

Food, service has been good every time. Friendly staff, go to place any time we're close

Carolyn H.

6 years ago

Chicken fried steak was THE best I have ever had. Portion so large could have shared! read more

Tasha R.

5 years ago

Great burgers! We went to a reception here, and it was also a great spot for a party.

Jiji P.

8 years ago

I love this place. Great food and awesome staffs. Will be back for sure!!

Marcus L.

353

598

13 years ago

Nice place out in the country.

Julie J.

13 years ago

Best hamburger ever!!!

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