If qualifying as a speakeasy means you're hidden and hard to find then this is truly a speakeasy!…read moreThe only down side is that with the downtown revitalization there's some trash cans overflowing in the back. So enter through Heritage East Culture at ETX. Give them the password if they ask (see social media). Cozy small speakeasy. My wife ordered some kind of S'more marshmallow Old Fashioned and I had a wonderful drink as well. Worth the treat.

so. much. fun! -- I was in Tyler for work and wanted to see what the area had to offer. I stumbled…read moreup in this speakeasy + the locals were so fun and friendly, we ended up chatting for hours! drinks were okay -- for an east texas speakeasy, I expected them to be stronger. I felt like I stepped into a country social club when I entered-- in a good way! The atmosphere was inviting and social, which I loved. I ordered the frog lets and omg! I planned to have some left over to take togo but they weee just too good, I finished them! If work ever brings me back to tyler, I know where to go for a good time.

After dinner on The Square, we made a pit stop at Black Pearl, a small, narrow bar attached to…read moreRick's On the Square. We all ordered a drink. My friend and my girlfriend both ordered their espresso martini that my friend claimed was the best espresso martini in town, while I got the bartender's recommendation of the Animal Style, a pineapple and jalapeño infused tequila with strawberries, cardamom bitters, and a lemon peel garnish. Normally, I hate any drink that is spicy. I cannot stand a Bloody Mary because I don't believe drinks should be allowed to be spicy, but this one, for having jalapeño, is not spicy at all. If anything, it's slightly savory with its tropical flavor. The bartender was great. They have appetizers and tapas as well and as my girlfriend sat down, she really wanted just one of their fresh oysters. I ordered her just one to try and it was $4.25. They gave us the smallest one they could find. The tiniest oyster of all time. I guess size really didn't matter because according to her it was very good. I would go back and have a few more cocktails, but it is a nice place to hang out on the square on a Friday night. A good time to be had by all. RIYL: The finest, most $15ish cocktail you can find.

Dad gum, this place just grows on me. Every time I'm in Tyler I gravitate to the town square and…read morethere it is. Black Pearl, keeps calling my name. The food (oysters again) simply fresh, almost as if I were in some beachside cafe. All the oysters here are from cold water places Nova Scotia for one. A small delicacy to reward myself after a long week. Dark , cool, and welcoming, my type of place. Great company and friendly folks too. This is where we get ready to cha cha, swing, rhumba, and tango. Ran into my fellow veteran friend Al whom I met my first time here. Wonderful food, friends, and company. You'll love it too. Go !

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.

Great experience! The margaritas were fresh, flavorful, and perfectly balanced. Customer service…read morewas outstanding and everyone was very friendly. Definitely coming back!

RUDE , RUDE ,RUDE !! If you are visiting from out of town don't waste your time!!! Never have made…read morea bad review but this place is well deserving of it. Dont know the name of the server/bartender but he should not be in the Industry. Highly disappointed!

I love this place... Its great!!…read moreNice tables, great outdoor area for burners... Ill be back soon I hope!

Super interesting place. I had no idea what to expect from the name, but once you are inside the…read morespace is dominated by pool tables which was fine by me since my buddies & I wanted to play some pool. We were there for a couple few hours. When we got there, it was low key with the Juke Box supplying the tunes. I paid my $5 to hear a bunch of songs I like while we played 8 ball & some cut-throat too. Later, the door was set up for an entry fee & the stage was set up for a rock band. We stayed long enough to hear the 1st set & if you like garage style hard rock, then you will love this place!

The food, service, and atmosphere all exceeded my expectations. Their seafood was the real standout.read more

A little pre Valentine dinner at III Palms was just right…read more We made reservations for earlier in the evening and glad we did. The service could not have been better! Caleb was just the Best! He not only took care of our needs, but had a Great attitude. Our meal: Braised Short Rib Mashed potatoes Brussels sprouts Crab Cakes Wedge Cheesecake The food was wonderful and the serving sizes were just right. My wife and I will certainly be back, it was that good. I must mention everything was decorated so nice. Candles, flowers and music made for a special occasion. When we were leaving, the hostess gave my wife a "little gold box" of candy. Talk about putting the cherry on the top to a Great evening! Thank you III Palms.

Balanced flavor and nutritious. It's set as my default lunch if I'm out. My favorite protein is…read morethe spicy chicken. I've tried them all. Good eats, delicious eats.

Awesome Sunday Brunch! Free Mimosas! Went here after church…read morelast Sunday, tge food was very good!

Ate there tonight. Had reservations and restaurant was not extremely crowded but we were sat in…read morefront of the door and it became quit chilly especially every time the door was opened. We did not complain or asked to be moved but thought this would be a know problem especially if it is a very cold night. Otherwise service and food was great. We had the Brie appetizer and it was the highlight of the night. Had salads which were good but not anything over the top special. I had the Bolognese which was nice but a little spicy night to it which was different, noodles cooked perfect. Wife had the salmon which she said was really good and was a large portion. Son and daughter in law had lasagna which they liked. Nice setting in the upscale shopping area and good atmosphere. Would recommend to friends for an upscale Italian meal.

Wow. We have been here several times (admittedly during happy hour) and had been fairly happy with…read morethe food and service. This time not so much. 10 mins to get someone to place a drink order. Salad is VERY small. Asked for some extra dressing and bleu cheese stuffed olives. Request went into a black hole. Won't be back unless I happen to be in the neighborhood during happy hour.

Not pho! If you have ever had real pho don't order this! No flavor! Spaghetti noodles and cilantroread more

Was traveling through east Texas in my way out of state. The service here at Pho Hot was awesome as…read morewas the food! When coming to Tyler again, I'll be back.