So here we are, dropped into a tiny Texas town that feels like I accidentally wandered onto the set…read moreof a gritty late-night indie film... or maybe a toned-down Charlaine Harris novels situation--minus the fangs, but with just enough "what is happening here?" energy to keep things interesting. We have zero sense of direction, everything feels vaguely ominous, and we didn't exactly come for a leisurely getaway--we rushed down to Texas because my dad is dealing with a serious medical situation. So the mission is clear: get to my parents' house and help my mom. That's it. Survival mode, but make it family-focused. Then--plot twist--my sister and nephew call. They want to see us and casually mention they'll bring pizza. Now listen... in any other circumstance, I might pause. Ask questions. Do research. Vet the pizza situation like a responsible adult. But in this moment? Free food is free food, and emotionally exhausted people do not ask follow-up questions. So we say yes. And yet, there's hesitation. Because we are in this town. This mysterious, slightly cinematic, possibly haunted-feeling Texas town. And I don't know what a "local pizza place" means here. Are we talking hidden gem? Or regret wrapped in melted cheese? They arrive. Boxes in hand. No turning back now. We open them... and immediately--plot twist #2. It's actually really good. Like, not "oh this will do" good. Not "we're hungry so we'll pretend it's fine" good. No--this is legitimately solid pizza. Fresh, hot, clearly made with real ingredients and actual effort. Cheese, a fully-loaded "works" situation, and one mystery pizza that I didn't fully identify but enthusiastically ate anyway. And I didn't just have a polite slice. I went back. Multiple times. For all of them. They tell us it's a local chain and one of the best in the area, and honestly? I believe them. Whatever low expectations I walked in with were completely unnecessary. End result: pleasantly surprised, slightly humbled, and very well-fed. Would absolutely eat it again--especially under less emotionally chaotic circumstances, but honestly... it held up even under those. That's saying something.

Wonderful food…read more Calamari fried cheese Salads Chicken parm veal parm Service was great Ambiance was great Italian We would definitely come back

Truffle fries were delicious. Fettuccine Alfredo could have used a bit more sauce and flavor, but…read moreotherwise good. Service was great!

A very well run local establishment. The food, service and drinks are always great. Every item…read moreI've ordered has been great. The brick oven adds to the atmosphere and the salads are always made with very fresh ingredients. Well worth the visit.

It was my first time ordering from Bear Country Pizza, but it won't be my last. They may be a small…read moremom and pop shop, but they are whipping up some big things in the kitchen. The pizza was loaded with toppings, cheesy and the crust was cooked just right. Worth the wait, this is a must try spot. I was told wings are coming soon!

Pizza is yummy! Lots of cheese and it was big! There were some issues with speed and a forgotten…read moresalad but the gentleman was so kind and friendly that I won't hold it against him!

So good, always love going here and the view is amazing…read more Food is always good And the service is outstanding

The restaurant is old an dingy with seating held to gether by duct tape. I ordered a Caeser salad…read morewith grilled chicken and the chicked was inedible. I'm guessing it was a premade frozen "grilled" chicken breast that was more like chicken chewing gum. I removed it from the salad and told the server and she took it away. She didn't ask what was wrong with the chick and she definitely still charged me for it. The salad itself was a soggy mess that had probably been chopped days ago. The bread put on the table tasted good enough but was cold and also probalbly days old. Instead of olive oil like most italian the give you the little butter packets like you see at Waffle House. It's very possible that Sal's, while clearly terrible at Caeser salads, may be good at other dishes. I'll never know.

Food as always been super great. Everything is made fresh when you order. The owner is always very…read moresweet & the service is great.

Great pizza! customized exactly as ordered and loaded with fresh ingredients. Friendly staff…read more would higly reccommend!

Reservation: I called in the middle of three week, left a message. He called me back the next…read moreday, and I was able to book a reservation for my son's birthday dinner on Sunday. He was very accommodating. Restaurant: it's very quaint. We will have to check out the bed and breakfast next time. Service: super nice and friendly. I love family owned establishments because they feel warmer and unique than chain restaurants. Food: great food! See pictures. I can't wait to try breakfast next time.

Excellent food. Cozy, clean, pleasant environment. We dined here two nights in a row. Indoor and…read moreoutdoor dining available. Chef Webster is personable and accomplished. He has created a lovely dinning experience. We will visit Palestine again just to visit this Restaurant.

Always good pizza and fast service been eating there for many years take out is our main choiceread more

We chose Milano's while we were in town looking at houses -- it was close by and looked promising…read more When we walked in, the place was almost empty except for one family, but it was clean, spacious, and well kept. We browsed the menu at the counter, and the owner greeted us right away and took our order. Prices felt a little on the high side, but we chalked it up to traveling. My wife ordered a DIY salad, but there was hardly any lettuce available, so we swapped it for spinach instead. All the ingredients looked fresh and tasted great. Our cheese sticks and marinara came out first. They looked good, but once we bit into them, they seemed a bit old -- no cheese pull, chunky texture, and tasted like they'd been in the freezer for a while. Soon after, our pizza and pasta arrived. The pizza had plenty of veggies (which I like), though it was a little light on cheese and sauce. Still, the flavor was good. The pasta was tasty but a bit watery, though it did come with about eight shrimp, which definitely made my wife happy. We ate until we were stuffed, and the owner even brought out to-go containers for us. Overall, a good spot for pizza and pasta. If we're ever in the area again, we'd go back! We ended up eating the rest of the pizza and pasta later that night at the hotel!

I recently had lunch at this little slice of carb-loaded heaven, and I'm still emotionally…read moreprocessing the experience (mostly because I miss the pasta already). From the moment we walked in, the service was so warm and welcoming I briefly considered asking our server to adopt me. They didn't just take our order -- they guided us through it like a trusted pasta life coach. Questions were answered with enthusiasm, recommendations were spot-on, and our drinks were never empty (hydration is important when you're weeping tears of joy over ravioli). Now let's talk about the food. The pasta was so fresh I'm fairly certain it had a birth certificate dated that morning. The sauce? Rich, velvety, and clearly made by someone who understands that garlic is measured with the heart. The hot fresh rolls had that perfect balance of crispy and chewy -- the kind of rolls that makes you reconsider all other breads in your life. Every bite tasted like it was crafted by a nonna who would absolutely scold you for not having thirds. It was comforting, indulgent, and just fancy enough to make me sit up straighter while eating. In summary: great service, amazing food, zero regrets. I came hungry and left planning my next visit. If loving this restaurant is wrong, I don't want to be al dente.

Ordered the Hawaiian 18 inch extra large pizza and I have to say this is some of the best pizza I…read morehave had in a long time! Perfect sauce to cheese ratio. Not too dry, not too saucy. Doesn't cause indigestion afterwards and it's a good amount of quality for the quantity and pricing. Definite recommend.

i've had this delivered a few times it's OK if you can't get New York pizza it seems that when New…read moreYorkers are desperate. They usually order Domino's and I think they get the New York one with the New York dough so if you need a quick pizza fix, I guess of all the chains and dominoes is pretty good

Ordered online @2:50, supposed to be ready at 3:14, arrived at 3:14, pulled up to the window, no…read moreone bothered to come to the window, found out they were just starting my order. Got my order at 3:40. They didn't even bother to slice my pizza. Good pizza, really poor service.

I really wanted to give all five stars for this location. From the staff taking my order at the…read moredrive thru menu board to receiving our order, it was a good experience! But the actual sandwich (which I order every time I visit Schlotsky's) wasn't the best because I don't like so much roast beef, but that is personal preference. It was fresh and had the signature cut in the middle since I ordered a medium. Also, the entrance has a huge upward dip. So when you are crossing traffic from the opposite side your vehicle will bottom out. Same with exiting although it wasn't as dramatic of a bump. Just be aware of potential damage!

Won't take a $50 bill, restaurant was dirty today as well. Thankfully food turned out OK.read more