Rustica&#x27;s A Globally Inspired Kitchen

I decided to try Rusty Axe Brewing because of all of the 5 star reviews from the Yelp Reviewers! I…read morewas not disappointed! The waitress was attentive, the restaurant was clean and the food and seltzer beer was good! I shared the BBQ brisket pizza with my husband and also tried their Hard Strawberry Seltzer. The Seltzer beer was very sweet so if you like sweet drinks this may be an option for you!

Brewery # 405 I went…read moreto Rusty Axe while road tripping through Texas. I was pleasantly surprised by the revitalized look of the "Main St. area" of the town that included Rusty Axe. Rusty Axe is much larger than I expected and more of a restaurant feel to it than brewery feel. The restaurant itself is very nice. I sat at the bar and got me a flight and a pizza. I was really looking forward to trying their Dr Pepper BBQ brisket pizza but unfortunately, they were out. I ordered a Margherita instead and it was pretty good. The pizza oven (i believe wood fired) was in full view from the bar. They have about 12 beers on tap and a few seltzers. I got a coconut stout, 2 IPA's and a Kolsch. All of them were good but the Hoosier Hazy was probably my favorite. Cool place, good beer and I would definitely stop in again if I were in the area. I just hope next time they have the brisket pizza!

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Roost

3.9(34 reviews)

1.4 mi

This was our first restaurant visit since moving to Lufkin, so we were excited to try something…read morenew. We walked in during a busy breakfast rush, but there were still plenty of open tables. Once we reached the front of the line, the young lady behind the counter greeted us right away, took our order, and handed us our cups. The drink station was clean and stocked with a good selection. We grabbed a table--both the tables and floors were clean--and within about 10 minutes our food arrived. I ordered the French Toast Combo, which came with four slices of French toast, two eggs, sausage, and seasoned potatoes. The meal came out on two plates, and everything was spot on. The French toast had a perfect light crunch on the outside while staying pillowy soft inside. The scrambled eggs and sausage were solid, and the seasoned potatoes were crispy on the outside and soft inside. My wife ordered the Breakfast BLT--bacon, lettuce, tomato, fried egg, and Duke's mayo. She added a little hot sauce and absolutely loved it. Not a crumb left! She liked it so much that we also picked up a tub of their chicken salad to take home, and it was delicious later that day--no complaints at all. We'll definitely be back to Roost to try more of their menu!

Roost is an east Texas chain specializing in breakfast and specialty chicken salad. They have a…read moregreat menu of options and they serve breakfast all day. Food is made fresh and is well seasoned. They have great prices and both indoor tables, 1/2 booths, bar seating, outdoor seating, and they also do to orders. The atmosphere is casual with light music playing in the background. When you walk in you order at the roster and then choose your seat and they will bring your food to your table. Customer service was great as well!

The remains of our delicious meal!

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Chicken tender po boy

McAlister's Deli

3.8(30 reviews)

2.1 mi

My wife and I stopped by for dinner. The restaurant was very clean and not crowded so it was very…read morequiet. We ordered a New Yorker and a Turkey BLT. Both of us got side salads. Service was excellent. We wanted hot coffee but at this location, they only serve hot coffee for catering. Food was fresh and delicious. We certainly enjoyed ourselves and will be back.

My husband and I decided to try McAlisters for lunch together. I ordered the club sandwich with…read morefruit and a chocolate cookie. I also got a strawberry tea, which I should have gotten the tea unsweetened then had them add the strawberry because it was super sweet. The tables were dirty which is why I deducted a star. I had to take napkins and spread them out because it was dried mustard or something spilled all over the table that needed to be scrubbed with a washcloth. Also the floors had food. The pricing was a bit dramatic for what we got. It was $30 for two people ordering sandwiches. They were good but the portion wasn't that big honestly. All in all, not bad!

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Newk's Eatery

4.3(44 reviews)

2.5 mi

I hadn't been back in quite some time after moving from LA. , and returning reminded me exactly why…read moreI used to love this place. I placed my order to go, and it was ready right on time when I arrived, which made the experience even better. First and foremost, that strawberry cake still has my heart. It is consistently moist, perfectly sweet, and has just the right amount of icing. I'm usually a "Pick Two" kind of person because I love having smaller portions and more variety. On this visit, I paired a Caesar salad with a Newk's Q, and it was exactly what I remembered. The Caesar salad came with a flavorful dressing, and the sauce on the Newk's Q remains my favorite part of the sandwich. It's just so good. Overall, this meal felt like reconnecting with an old friend. Sometimes revisiting a favorite spot can be disappointing, but this visit delivered all the familiar flavors I had been missing. Safe to say, I won't be waiting so long before my next visit.

Newk's Eatery is a regional chain restaurant. This location is in a plaza with plenty of parking…read more The interior was very clean and seemed new. You order at the counter, and then they give you a number. You self seat and they will deliver your food, as well as clean your table when you leave. Several of us enjoyed the pick two option. All of our sandwiches and salads tastes fresh and had good flavors. If I ever come across a Newk's again, I would definitely pay another visit.

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Roma Italian Bistro

4.0(59 reviews)

2.2 mi

As a pizza snob, I can honestly say their's is awesome!! Crust was awesome, sauce was awesome,…read moretoppings were awesome, service was awesome. Looking forward to going back to try other items.

The best pizza in Lufkin! Erin is also the best server in Lufkin. Gluten-free pizza if you want.read more

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Mom's Diner

4.4(87 reviews)

0.9 mi

Wonderful home-cooking. Quiet, homey atmosphere. Friendly staff! Highly recommend!read more

We had the steak fingers for lunch. If we would've known they were so large, we would've had 3…read moreinstead of 5 fingers, hey, we have supper. Great place to eat. I've always told my wife, you eat where the police eat. You will be safe and have the best food in town.

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The Split

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Mom's Mammoth burger

Hole In One Cafe

4.2(72 reviews)

3.8 mi

Not only was the food great but the service and attention was outstanding. The shrimp and grits…read morewas outstanding. Staff was readily available for recommendations on what was on the menu

Another fine dining experience at the Hole in One. As usual the service was excellent. We always…read morestart with the Artichoke dip and it is so good. My wife had the salmon with red skinned potatoes and corn pudding. I had the meatloaf with macaroni and cheese and mashed potatoes. Both entrees were delicious. The restaurant was busy and bustling on a Saturday night. Tables nicely set with white tablecloths creates a great ambiance.

Salmon with red skinned potatoes and steamed broccoli cooked perfectly. Tasty!

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Skyline Burrito Bowls

4.7(137 reviews)

0.6 mi

Delicious food, amazing prices, and a kind staff! I never leave reviews but this place was truly so…read morewonderful!

People are friendly and the place is always so clean! The…read morefood is fresh and always good!

Skyline Burrito Bowls - Burrito in the suggested style of unwrap-from-the-end. Great advice from counter man, I could have put to use over the past 40 years.

Burrito in the suggested style of unwrap-from-the-end. Great advice from counter man, I could have put to use over the past 40 years.

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The Lunch Box

2.9(24 reviews)

2.2 mi

Known of their tea cakes and other desserts, but I loved the breakfast sandwich. They have a drive…read morethru too

The tres leche cake is so yummy! Service is super fast, the staff are friendly and the drive…read morethrough is so convenient for a busy day! My grandma loves coming here for a quick desert

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Tex-Mex salad and birthday bash cupcake!!

The Spud

4.5(17 reviews)

0.4 mi

I've enjoyed this little spot. Nothing extravagant just simple and exactly what they say it is…read more Tasty and not crazy priced so happy with it all.

This place is a local favorite. I like the half chill half barbecue potato. I'll be honest I've…read morenever ordered the full size. The mini is always plenty for me. They also have great pies.

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8 years ago

Such a great place to have lunch. Great food made by great people! I suggest anything on the menu.

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