Rick&#x27;s On the Square

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9 years ago

I had a great time at Ricks. I don't come to Tyler very often but when I do I will come to Ricks. I went on a Saturday night. They had a live band playing outside. I am not sure if the same band plays here all the time but they were really good. They played all type of music. It felt like I was at a concert. Ricks has a restaurant on one side, a bar on the other and an outdoor patio section. It was cold the night I went but they have heaters outside. There is waitress service outside. Our waitress, Dana was amazing. She was on top of things. Her service was fast and attentive. The food here was good. The menu had something for everyone. I enjoyed the fried oysters especially. The prices were good to go. There was however a $10 cover charge. But for the live music it was well worth it. read more

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Ed H.

5 years ago

Played there this past weekend with Mattison Live Band and enjoyed every minute of it! The bartenders are super nice and attentive and that kitchen knows how to make a killer grilled chicken sandwich! It's also a cool building with a lot of history. Check it out! read more

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Tate B.

3 years ago

Had dessert and cocktails with the girlfriend. Were both good. Charged my card a couple bucks more than I'd authorized them to on the receipt. Place also puts a $75 holding charge on your card just to open a tab -- thought I was getting scammed at first. Decent food and atmosphere, kind of shady. read more

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Christine K.

4 years ago

Ate there February 10th two week bout of food poisoning, stay away from the deep fried red fish tacos

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Shelly A.

4 years ago

Don't really believe the reviews, so disappointed this evening as we just drove in from Austin to explore Tyler, got dressed for a date night (Fri-Yay!) and nothing was impressionable (in a good way) after the valet. First impression- heavy smoke smell in bar area when we arrived 40 minutes early for our reservation, would have had a drink in the bar but happily chose to be seated early when it was offered by hostess... smelled better in the main dining room. Second negative impression- Gorgonzola wonton appetizer was still chilled on the inside and tough wrapper, definitely like they had been microwaved.. The ribeye sandwich was microwaved for so long it was one big overcooked glob of mystery meat that could not be helped with any condiments like ketchup, blue cheese OR au jus. Homemade potato chips were doused in So. much. SALT - could not eat. Saved me a few calories though. I love homemade potato chips. Seriously convinced they microwaved the entire meal, especially when the app (wontons) hit the table LITERALLY under 5 minutes after we ordered. Way too fast to believe they had been made fresh. Was not convinced the food was scratch made as advertised. I am so sorry. Three stars feels generous but things are tough these days, I totally get it! Just please don't microwave or over salt the food. We skipped dessert. Ambiance was lacking- as we arrived at 620, NO music anywhere, until 710... when a satellite radio made an appearance (on and off) while the band was still setting up. I was even joking with my husband about firing up the pandora radio on my phone lol. Trying to have a nice evening/date night in a super quiet atmosphere was awkward. Band could have been playing some pre recorded music while they set up. The crowd was really nice and probably felt the same at least about the quiet atmosphere if not the food too. Server did not pre bus any thing on any table. That should be a servers automatic do, as part of the "service "; unless in the weeds. Hope this review helps the owners. :) read more

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Very friendly and attentive staff. The food was good. I would recommend the street tacos. I'd eat cardboard if it came with a side of their jalapeño honey sauce. Omg awesomeness. It's very dark inside bar area. Would recommend sitting in main dining area. read more

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Deana H.

3 years ago

I ate there yesterday for lunch and asked the waiter what he recommended, he said the fried chicken, it was the special of the day, I took one bite, then noticed how red a juicy it was, I showed it to the waiter, he swooped it out for chicken fried steak, which was no home run either, I have been so sick all day, I hope this passes quickly, my first time ever to get food poisoning and it sucks real bad!!!!! read more

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T. Paul K.

4 years ago

Nice place on the square in Tyler. Been here for lunch mostly. Relaxed atmosphere and good food.

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Keiko P.

10 years ago

I ate Today. I came in from Japan. Daily Lunch and Texas beer. Soooo yummy!! Thursday's lunch is Pot roast. It's tender and juicy!! 日本から彼氏を訪ねてタイラーに来ました彼が仕事なのでダウンタウンに送ってもらい散策。お腹が空いたのでお昼ご飯を食べにパブに入ってみるといい感じ。日替わりランチのポットロースト、柔らかくてメッチャ美味しい!! テキサスの地ビールも最高!! read more

Rick's On the Square - Daily Lunchwith TX beer. - New American Near Me - Tyler, Texas

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Craig R.

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8 years ago

Have you ever experienced a shaved ribeye sandwich served on a brioche bun with fresh, homemade potato chips? Well, I can say I have and it happened at Rick's on the Square! Probably just the best damned steak sandwich I have ever had. Absolutely stacked high with the shaved ribeye and served with a wonderful au jus to dip. They have many other things to chose from, but I don't know why you'd bother! Just get it, smile, dip, eat and then shove a homemade chip in your mouth - to die for! read more

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Christie N.

5 years ago

If you don't like bacon, don't order the penne vodka. Heavy on the bacon. I sent mine back & the chef was super accommodating. He sent this concoction which was so damn good I think he should add to the menu. read more

Rick's On the Square - Fettuccini with tomato, mushroom, spinach & Alfredo. - New American Near Me - Tyler, Texas

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Becca G.

7 years ago

This was the first time we've been here, and it was amazing! We werent as dressed as we should have been as we had just gotten off work, but no one really batted an eye at us! Definately wear nice clothing here though, it is a more upscale restaurant. I had the Jumbo Shrimp and my boyfriend had the Texas Burger with chili. My shrimp were very large but could habe used a bit more seasoning. The steamed squash was to die for though! The chili on the burger was great too. Our waiter, Clayton, was very knowledgeable on the menu and had great wine knowledge too. He suggested an amazing reisling. We will definately be back! read more

Rick's On the Square - Shrimp, Mac and Cheese, Steamed Squash. - New American Near Me - Tyler, Texas

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Sheldon B.

8 years ago

Expensive but well worth the prices. Food was great, service was fantastic and the atmosphere was perfect. I wish we could have stayed for the live music but I'll definitely be back next time I'm in Tyler. read more

Rick's On the Square - Texas bites on the right and jalapeño poppers on the left!!! - New American Near Me - Tyler, Texas

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DL M.

4 years ago

My wife and I had an early dinner here as we had never tried Ricks before. Huge dinner menu which were torn and ragged, to choose from kind of surprised us being this large. But the fried catfish and chicken fried steak were very good. The portions were huge. I was expecting a little nicer atmosphere as they were setting up stage equipment. I guess a band was playing later in the evening. Several times ear piercing sounds erupted as they set up their equipment which was annoying. If I were going again to drink and listen to the band, it would be a good place. But for a nice quite dinner, this just isn't the place. read more

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Jimmie K.

6 years ago

Had an absolute fabulous dinner with my wife here. Travis and Blake were very attentive !!! Food was delicious and and portions were huge. Best fried okra I have ever had anywhere and the turnip greens were amazing. My wife had the catfish and it was equally delicious. We will be back and this is a can't miss place !!!! read more

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Toni S.

5 years ago

Perfect every time!! Atmosphere, food, service, music is always on point. We enjoy coming in for dinner and staying for drinks and enjoying the music afterwards. read more

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Mark T.

12 years ago

This place has got it going on. In Tyler this is the best venue to frequent. They do a great job. The food is consistent and great. The bartenders can handle volume well. The entertainment is always a blast. I really enjoy Rick's every time I go. My one and only complaint is the bouncer that was there one night. Stomping the floor messing with the ppl there. (Very cop like) Last few times I've been, there has been a different door guy. So maybe Rick already handled that. If you are in the Tyler area this is a place to definitely check out. Great food, great entertainment, great service and pretty people. However I don't know what's up with all the pending charges they apply to your bank that won't fall off for at least a week pretty annoying... read more

Rick's On the Square - Went to Ricks lastnight opened a tab with a server and a tab with the bar. WHAT THE HECK IS WRONG WITH THIS PIC!?!? WOW! - New American Near Me - Tyler, Texas

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Claude T.

6 years ago

Ate there Saturday night and I was very impressed! I was kept socially distanced once inside which was very comforting. The food was very good! The steak was cooked to perfection just like I ordered and the house drinks were very tasty as well! Great service too! No complaints here and I definitely recommend Rick's! read more

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Pamela H.

8 years ago

Rick's On the Square is now one of our favorite restaurants in Tyler! My husband and I decided to try Rick's after arriving home at the Tyler airport from a week's vacation. We ordered the fried mushrooms as our appetizer. They were amazing! So big, and fried to perfection in a wonderful crispy batter. We each ordered the fried catfish as our entrees. I had the onion rings and fried okra as my two sides. Amazing! My husband chose the squash and the rice with corn & poblanos as his two sides. The fried catfish entree also comes with fried hush puppies and coleslaw. All of Rick's food is made from scratch and he has such a wide variety of choices on the menu. And our waiter, Heath, was awesome! He was so attentive to our needs and very cordial. We will definitely be back! read more

Rick's On the Square - Amazing hand battered fried mushrooms. They are huge! - New American Near Me - Tyler, Texas

Rick's On the Square - Wonderful hand-battered fried catfish, okra and onion rings with hush puppies and coleslaw. Awesome! - New American Near Me - Tyler, Texas

Rick's On the Square - My husband's fried catfish with delicious squash and rice with corn & poblanos. He loved it! - New American Near Me - Tyler, Texas

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dean p.

Elite 23

6 years ago

Great patio. We hav limited our rests to outdoor. This shows outdoor on yelp, but didn,t c it until we drove by 3 x. So glad we came in: split the reuben, super and a good tourist lunch. Will b back. Angie was a delight. Sure would like them to open an entrance so didnt hav to go thru rest. read more

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Summer M.

4 years ago

Cool vibe! Neat place and great atmosphere. Appetizers were great. Dinner not so much! Never had been here but heard great things was not impressed especially for the prices! read more

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Kyna S.

5 years ago

This place is amazing. Their cocktail menu is on point. Great drinks you cannot get anywhere else. Food is fantastic, huge menu. We love this place! read more

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Paul D.

8 years ago

Excellent service from Heath our server, amazing dinner, oysters on the half shell, fried oysters with garlic & parmesan, pear & Gorgonzola salad, steak Oscar, and white chocolate bread pudding!!! Delish!!! Wine and amazing music and dancing with Live 5 rounded out the evening. Highly recommend!!! read more

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Maribel M.

5 years ago

I had a friend that came down from Houston so we decided to have dinner and some drinks! They had a great band, our waitress was great and we danced all night! Great place read more

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Jeff H.

5 years ago

After reading the reviews, I was really on the fence about giving this place a try. I got the 8oz Filet and my wife got the Seafood Cob salad. While my steak was a little undercooked and the steak knife could have been sharper, the food wasn't bad. We weren't "overcharged" for drinks or had to pay a $10 a head cover charge for a band. However; When I got the check, there was a note at the bottom that stated if I chose to use a credit card, an additional 3% was going to be tacked on. Luckily, I had the cash. I'm sure that customers who used a card just would have pulled it out of the tip. I thought this was kind of petty, especially with what the prices were. read more

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Earl I.

4 years ago

I saw all the great reviews for the fried catfish! I am always looking for good fried catfish and I have to look no further. The catfish was nice and crunchy and perfectly cooked an there were plenty of catfish fillets! I also had the grilled veggies and I had a surprise. They threw in a jalapeño with the squash and bell peppers! I loved that little surprise! Potatoes gratin were nice as well. No room for dessert unfortunately. I may make a trip for dessert soon! read more

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Ashley N.

7 years ago

Nailed the French 75 cocktail. My fiance had one of the burgers and said it was great. The coating on the onion rings was just ok. It was pretty thick and not very crunchy. I had the daily special of stuffed redfish with ravioli. I liked the ravioli better than the fish. Mostly because they had pit bell peppers in the stuffing. I tried to pick them all out, but the crab was tainted. Next time I'll just try one of their sandwiches. read more

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Jim K.

9 years ago

Had a great meal here on Friday, Feb 3rd. I had the crawfish beignets and the sliced toast beef sandwich. The sandwich was incredible! So glad the waitress suggested it. We were four for dinner. My wife had the grilled salmon and said it was very good. We did not order desert. Service was perfect and we will be back for more. read more

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Edward M.

8 years ago

"Look Elsewhere" We were looking for a nice restaurant to celebrate a family Birthday and arrived at Ricks at 8PM. It was a Friday night, and the restaurant and patio had less than 12-15 people and a live band was about to start on the patio. When we inquired about a table, we were asked to pay $80.$10/person cover charge. After some discussion, we asked to speak to the Manager and after about 15 minutes of waiting/talking to the Manager, they finally agreed to waive the cover charge, so we stepped outside to gather the rest of the dinner party. However, when we walked back in, we overheard the staff whispering, saying that they could not believe how cheap we were! WOW! Well, at that point, we decided to leave. When you consider that our party of eight people were about to easily spend in excess of $500 for dinner/drinks, I felt the general attitude of the Manager and the staff to be completely disconnected from the realities of a restaurant operations and should, like us, look elsewhere. read more

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Stevie K.

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7 years ago

Nice atmosphere and pretty good food (some of it is overpriced but I guess that comes with the territory). The service is kind of slow but that's kind of expected for a nicer establishment with linen table clothes and the upscale vibe this place is going for. The grilled red snapper was dry and fishy tasting so I had to drown it in the sauce that is served with it, which was a bit disappointing since the menu says "fresh seafood delivered 3 times a week." I was a single person in a large party and ordered two glasses of wine, an appetizer (on the cheaper range of the spectrum), and the red snapper entree and had a ticket of $85 (including 20% gratuity).... what??!! So regardless of how good the service is, the waiter still gets his/her 20% (even if they didn't earn it). Nah, I can make the same quality (or better) of food with an entire bottle of wine (or two) for half of what I spent there. Not sure I'll be returning. read more

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Sally B.

7 years ago

Good place, we just stopped in for a beverage and snack. The server was friendly and made some great suggestions. We had a nice time and would certainly go back. read more

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William C.

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7 years ago

First meal stop (dinner) on the way back home. Easy to find. Seated immediately. Old style bar atmosphere; lots of dark wood but still warm and inviting. Staff friendly, attentive and knowledgeable. Ordered tequila chicken soup and pear gorgonzola salad. Salad delicious and just the right size. Lemon and olive oil dressing was perfect; I'm trying this at home. Soup was equally yummy with a touch of heat. Highly recommended and will return again. read more

Rick's On the Square - Forgat to add photo of meal. - New American Near Me - Tyler, Texas

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Dudley S.

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8 years ago

Nice restaurant but don't try to take your family on a weekend evening. We were refused entry at 8pm on a Friday night, due to our 18-year-old being under drinking age. Apparently the management has decided that their restaurant is not appropriate for families with children under 21 on weekend evenings and patrons are not given any choice in the matter. I found this policy insulting. read more

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L. M.

4 years ago

Menu and prices like fine dining, but there aren't even tablecloths on the tables. The rice with corn and poblanos looked so dried out, and brown, I wouldn't eat it. Fried pork chop was greasy, but juicy. Wouldn't come back. read more

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Emily M.

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Can get a little pricy when having drinks, but the food is really good. Catfish, meatloaf, all the burgers, chicken salad is to die for, and the desserts are amazing. read more

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Ken T.

Elite 18

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17 years ago

Best kept secret in East Texas! Get the Whole Shebang platter and feed 4! It is AWESOME! Live bands on weekends. read more

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Jillian G.

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9 years ago

I love Ricks! I've always had good service each time I visit and the food never disappoints. Spinach salad with their bacon vinaigrette is to die for. Add shrimp, if you want something heavier. They have an awesome outdoor area that hosts live music... I really enjoy the 80s cover bands! Ricks is my go-to date night restaurant. read more

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Alysha K.

10 years ago

Not impressed at all. The decor and the ambiance is nice and it is a comfortable spot to come but the food was not anywhere where I had expected. I got the special, chicken pot pie. But, it wasn't a pot pie. It was the insides of the pot pie on a plate, there was no flaky crust to indulge into or even any kind of breading. The taste of the pot pie insides weren't even good. It was very similar to something you'd receive from a middle school cafeteria. read more

Rick's On the Square - Wednesday's special, chicken pot pie. No crust or bread of any kind. Just the insides which taste very mediocre. - New American Near Me - Tyler, Texas

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James P.

7 years ago

Excellent place to Dan. Great atmosphere, friendly wait staff, and exceptionally good live band. Will definitely be making a return trip.

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104 W Erwin St
Tyler, TX 75702
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(903) 531-2415
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https://www.ricksonthesquare.com

Hours

What time does Rick's On the Square open?

Rick's On the Square opens at 11:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.Rick's On the Square opens at 4:00 PM on Saturday.

What time does Rick's On the Square close?

Rick's On the Square closes at 10:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday.Rick's On the Square closes at 12:00 AM (Next day) on Thursday and Friday.Rick's On the Square closes at 1:00 AM (Next day) on Saturday.Rick's On the Square is closed on Sunday.

Mon-Wed 11:00 AM - 10:00 PMThu-Fri 11:00 AM - 12:00 AM (Next day)Sat 4:00 PM - 1:00 AM (Next day)Sun Closed

Payment methods

Does Rick's On the Square take credit cards?

Yes, Rick's On the Square takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Rick's On the Square have catering options?

Yes, Rick's On the Square does have catering options.

Does Rick's On the Square serve alcohol?

Yes, Rick's On the Square serves alcohol. Full Bar

Indoor Amenities

Does Rick's On the Square allow dogs?

Yes, Rick's On the Square allows dogs.

Does Rick's On the Square have TVs?

Yes, Rick's On the Square has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Rick's On the Square have bike parking?

Yes, Rick's On the Square has bike parking.

Does Rick's On the Square have outdoor seating?

Yes, Rick's On the Square has outdoor seating options.

Does Rick's On the Square have parking?

Yes, Rick's On the Square has parking options. Valet Parking

Other Amenities

Does Rick's On the Square have free WiFi?

Yes, Rick's On the Square has free WiFi.

From the Business

Specialties

Our restaurant has combined two menus for a culinary variety not found anywhere else. The menu has a variety of things including savor prime steaks, market-fresh seafood, house-made desserts and vintage wine. We pride ourselves on our menu in that all items are home-cooked and made from scratch. Our patrons enjoy our great selection of food, over 100 different wines, and about 40 different kinds of beer in our 16,000 square foot facilities that includes a patio where we play live music every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. Our upscale, yet casual atmosphere is the just the place to kick back, relax and enjoy some good food and access to a full bar. We also have private rooms available for private parties, rehearsal dinners, and more.

History

Established in 1992.

Rick's on the Square was established in 1992.

Meet the Business Owner: Rick E.

Rick Eltife, owner, and Jack Lewis, chef, formerly of Jake's, brings his fabulous menus to Rick's--combining the two menus for a culinary variety you'll find nowhere else.

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Open today at 4pm due to the holiday. . Normally open Friday at 11am

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We are planning to move to Tyler in a month and came this weekend to get a feel of the…read morecity/potential favorite restaurants. This has been one of our favorites so far! It is in a corner lot with a humble interior and exterior. Despite being humble I can tell they spent a great deal on the details to make this place shine. The host and serve were kind and informative. I have a bias for open concept kitchen and it was nice to see the team work on our meal. The porter house was amazing! Nice and crispy with just the right amount of fat. The hush puppies were light and flavorful. We are excited to come back!

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0.1 mi

Top to bottom experience -- could not have asked for better service or food!…read more I was hosting a work event and needed a private space for about 30 people. Worked with Peri, one of the owners and she is just a gem. Got everything set up and confirmed for me. Printed off our special menus. Ensured our guests were well taken care of and happy the whole evening. Food itself: top notch. A few special standouts amongst a menu with no wrong choices... I don't even like mashed potatoes. Never order them, can take it or leave. But when I tell you that their Yukon potato purée is good... I mean GOOD. Had I not needed to get on a plane to get home I would have ordered more to take with me. Lobster Mac was fantastic. Ahi tuna appetizer was so good. My filet, and everyone's steaks, cooked to absolute perfection. Old building that used to be a bank so it has tons of history, and is situated in the downtown square of Tyler. Great location. I doubt I'll ever find myself in Tyler again, but if you ever find yourself there - just know this is the place to check out!

We had the most wonderful experience having dinner at Prime 102…read more We came for my boyfriend's dinner and the service was incredible. Super attentive and helpful with menu suggestions. We also received a complimentary dessert for his birthday. The building is beautiful with old historical items around the lobby/bathroom area. We would definitely dine here again when in the area.

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8-oz filet

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Filet with Brussels sprouts

Twelve Kitchen + Cocktails

4.0(245 reviews)

3.3 mi

Almost every Friday, my husband and I would come and eat after my chemo treatments. Today was my…read morefinal treatment. Alisha helped me book a large group lunch to celebrate. The check in time was adjusted multiple times because of some small complications with my treatment. They adjusted and flowed with the roller coaster. Not only was the service amazing, caring, and kind...the food was amazing. It always is so good. Thank you Twelve for sharing in our celebration and never saying "no", "sorry we can't do that ", etc.

In Tyler, Texas, the options for a decent but affordable dinner seem to fall into the hands of the…read morechains. There's plenty of nice local establishments, but some can be pricey and some are just more casual than you want. Scott Williams has perfected the restaurants of Tyler that are balanced between affordable and still quite nice. He got his toes in the water with FDs, before expanding into Javi's, Twelve, and now the fanciest of them all in III Palms. I thought of all those options, Twelve would be the most unique and tasty for my girlfriend and I. We went in an hour before they closed on a Sunday and were seated immediately. We weren't too hungry so we didn't expect to be there past their closing time, and we were ready to go. Our waiter was quick and attentive, bringing us water and helping us decide on drinks from the bar and our order. He also showed us their insane over-the-top whiskey menu. If you like whiskey, give Twelve a shot I guess. To order, I just got their 'Osaka Style' Pressed Roll while my girlfriend got a Sushi Bowl Salad. We got Sweet Potato Fries to share. As for drinks, I started with their Monkey See, Monkey Do, an impressive and firm beverage, while my girlfriend ordered their Destin Dream, a fun Pina Colada-like drink. It wasn't long before our food came out. The sushi was beautifully plated with some wasabi and pickled ginger on the side. I destroyed all the rolls. They were all very fresh and very high quality, which was remarkable for their $13.50 price tag. My girlfriend's sushi bowl looked insane. She ate most of it, but I filled the gaps and devoured the rest of it. The sweet potato fries were crispy and heavenly like all sweet potato fries usually are. I felt adventurous and I got a second drink of their Rose Garden, which was simple but flavorful. Compared to FDs, the menu might be a little more sea-inspired and more adventurous, but I think it leads to better, more unique food, especially with offerings like Oyster Rockefeller and a sushi bar. I also know Twelve does a great brunch as well, so keep that on your radar. Ultimately, as the bill came, the price was very manageable even with the alcohol. It's nice that you don't fully have to break the bank to have a nice meal in Tyler thanks to places like Twelve. I rate it a 12/10. Get it? hahahaha... RIYL: A slightly adventurous, but affordable night out.

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Creme brûlée for dessert!

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1836 Texas Kitchen

3.9(290 reviews)

4.7 mi

The Dobbs Diablo Steak Fries were on a specialty menu, and the dish was AMAZING!…read more The fried green tomatoes were forgettable. The tomatoes slices were small and thin, and the pimento cheese a bit overpowering. Our waiter, Thomas, was excellent, couldn't have asked for more. Friendly and admirably attentive.

I'm reviewing this spot while I'm here. Ambience is a beautiful casual feel. It wasn't packed when…read moreI got here. I sat at the bar and had the best service. I ordered the skirt steak with rice and queso . It comes with tortillas on the side so you can make tacos if you like. All of the food is super tasty and fresh ! The steak was cooked to perfection. Great flavor in the rice and great queso. I also had an old fashioned and it was very good! Nice gem I had no idea about.

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Shrimp and grits

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Old fashioned

The Farmhouse Restaurant

4.1(170 reviews)

22.7 mi

Walking in, the restaurant is very clean and welcoming. The rolls are amazing. My mom and sister…read moreenjoyed the Liver and onions and the chicken sandwich and tenders were good. The waitress is very nice and attentive. Most will travel here again for dinner

Service was good and prices fair, we thought. This place is probably worthy of the more country…read moreoffers like CFS or hamburger steak, but don't go for the vaunted dinner rolls they bring, They're very doughy. And careful with non-country style dishes. The wraps, for example, had to be dismantled. I don't know where they got the strange tortillas, but they were, well, inedible.

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The Forge

4.2(143 reviews)

24.4 mi

Out for a Sunday drive and found this place. Cool, vintage and eclectic diner in an old blacksmith…read moreshop. Indoor and outdoor seating. Full bar you can sit and eat at. A little bit of everything on menu. One thing I loved was fresh flowers in every table. Not small ones either. Food was good. Not a fan of the chips but not a deal breaker. Large outdoor area with 2 stages for live music. Outside bar for your drink needs. Will definitely go back.

My wife and I think their pizza is the best anywhere around. I'm a low carb guy because of some…read morepre-diabetic issues & their cauliflower crust pizza is spot on topped with pepperoni,, jalapeño & onion. My wife like the spinach, artichoke and pepperoni. One our favorite restaurants.

Inside

1 pancake the size of Texas

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Cat coffee cup!

FD's Grillhouse

4.2(692 reviews)

7.0 mi

Easily one of the best restaurants in East Texas I highly…read morerecommend you try the Spinach dip chicken pasta! Ambiance is nice Service is great

Great facility. Very good service. Extensive menu with a wide range of prices. Love the snapper…read more Grilled shrimp is great. Good place for groups.

FD's Grillhouse - Hot shrimp/crab dip with charred pita. Asked for all pita instead of half corn chips half pita. Worth the tiny extra up-charge. Excellent

Hot shrimp/crab dip with charred pita. Asked for all pita instead of half corn chips half pita. Worth the tiny extra up-charge. Excellent

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Sportszone Bar and Grill

3.2(29 reviews)

0.1 mi

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*Review from before social distancing*…read more I went for a sports event on a Thursday night and it wasn't too busy. Service was nice and quick. They have a nice selection of beer on tap and liquor for drinks. They have some nice TVs to watch and tables to sit and watch with friends. The food was better than I expected and left me fuller than expected too -- I went in thinking I'd need to eat a meal afterward but instead left with a full belly. Overall, would recommend and would come again in the future when establishments start opening up again.

this bar banned me because inclosed my tab after asking why the mens bathroom door was chained open.read more

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Farmhouse Fried Pies

4.8(13 reviews)

24.2 mi

I was not too familiar with Fried Pies (like never had eaten one) until I came to this place. I…read moremade a trip from Dallas to Mineola just to try them after seeing this place featured on Texas Country Reporter...Now I am hooked! After my first taste, I took advantage of their special, buy 5 get a 6th one for free. I got a variety of flavors, Apple, Peach, Apricot, Bavarian, and Buttermilk, and Moonshine (think pecan pie). While they were all good, Bavarian absolutely was amazing! Friendly owener and staff as well!

This is such a precious place! It's a combo boutique and pie shop. I ate an early dinner across the…read morestreet at East TX Burger Co and saw the sign for this cute store. So, I walked across the street and browsed the store. I ended up purchasing a chocolate and buttermilk hand pie. I ate the chocolate and my husband enjoyed the buttermilk. I'll be back in town on a business trip in a couple of weeks and will definitely be stopping back by to purchase more pies to take back home to family. Oh! The ladies that were working the counter were so sweet and helpful!