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.

Found this place by accident on my travels. I'm so glad I found this place. The staff and the…read moreatmosphere was amazing. I did not try any food but from what I saw it looked just as awesome. The bar staff was extremely knowledgable and took pride in their craft drink making skills. I was quite impressed. I normally don't let bartenders pick drinks for me or surprise me but Kenzie did not disappoint. She was on point every time. I will definitely be returning next time I am in town. Well done!!!

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

If I could give negative stars, this was the first and only time I will ever go here, the…read morebartenders ignored me all night the when I yelled to get some kind of service for me and my friends , we were all seated at the bar. They got rude, never coming back and they got zero tip

An overall subpar experience. We made resevations but the lackadaisical front staff were confused…read more It appeared they had no room for us in the dinning room and this placed us in the bar area. The drinks came out quickly but overall average. The food reflected this as well. Albeit fast, it lacked anything distinct or memorable.

Ordered the charcuterie board for delivery and it was amazing! Beautiful presentation, delicious…read moreselection of meats, cheeses, fruits, and dips, and it came on the cutest boards. Everything was fresh and flavorful--highly recommend Villaggio del Vino!

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.

Great atmosphere and service. Great drinks! Wish it had…read moremore space but overall A+ locale.

My sweetheart and I had the chicken croissant and Italian meatballs. She had the croissant and she…read moreloved it, I had the meatballs and they were awesome. As a side note the service was awesome also. I'm a disabled veteran and they do take military discount.

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.

My husband and I went to III Palms for dinner to celebrate our Anniversary. We hadn't been and…read morewanted to try somewhere new. The ambiance is very nice and Hailey was great. I ordered the special that was a filet with shrimp, asparagus, and potatoes. Mine was very good but the asparagus didn't have any flavor. The downside of the evening was my husband's New York Prime Strip. Very thin and not that great tasting for the price and for a upscale restaurant. I am not going to mention the name of steak house but he mentioned he had a better steak from a local chain steakhouse. Wished I had taken a photo cause I too was surprised how thin the steak was. Normally a New York Strip is thicker than that. I would go back, I will just have to convince my husband cause I am not sure he would.

Best bartenders in Tyler, hands down! Bryce is always on top of his game, and the food has never…read moredisappointed. You won't find better service, nor a better Happy Hour in east Texas. Our go to "date night" for the Mrs. and I.

We went here for lunch after looking around Lake Palestine for some land…read more The ambience is very attractive and feels like a Texas restaurant. We were seated upstairs and it was cold because the AC blows directly onto the tables. The complimentary chips and salsa were very good. Salsa has some kick and the chips were fresh and not greasy. The wife had chicken and waffles and really liked it. I had the chicken fried breast and it came out hot. The crust was crispy. The chicken was tender and moist. The gravy needs some salt and pepper because it was pretty bland. The mashed potatoes and collards were excellent. The kid had quesadilla and liked it. Our server Eli, who worked very hard going up and down the stairs for all the tables upstairs, was professional and efficient. I bet she is tired at the end of a shift after going up and down stairs for hours at end. Overall, we liked this place very much and I think we will return the next time we are in the area.

Great complimentary salsa and chips! My chicken fried steak wasn't bad. Not great, not bad. My…read morebrother in law said the skillet enchiladas were good. Sister in law said the chicken fried chicken was good. Mac n' cheese was good.

Javi's in Tyler is very good. Just tried it for the first time. The food was great and affordable…read more But the service is beyond exceptional. Everyone needs to go try it. I will be returning. Much better that other Tex Mex restaurants. Feels so upscale but doesn't have the upscale prices. Great for those on a budget. Power chair and wheelchair friendly.

Today we have my nephew's graduation party at Javi's. Had a private room and it was wonderful…read more Our server was so attentive and did a great job! The food was wonderful. The Peruvian Shrimp tacos were delicious. I had a Javi margarita that I loved!! I would definitely come back whenever I am in Tyler.

It's a pool club, it's laid back and inexpensive. You pay to play and can play as many times as you…read morewant! 10/10

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

We had so much fun dancing at Cowboy's! We came on a Friday night and were delightfully surprised…read moreto discover their simple mixed drinks were only $1 each + tax. They have a dance floor with a good mix of freestyle country dance and a lot of line dances. They also have a huge outdoor area, which was pretty empty when we went to check it out. They do charge a $10.40 cover (they said it was $10 which is deceptive not to include additional fees), but I think it was worth it because of the cheap drinks and fun vibes. The women's restrooms were not nice, however, as there were so many stalls out of order, and the ones in operation definitely needed a renovation.

Good dive bar, lots of pool tables and great outdoor area. Had the boudin egg rolls very tasty…read more Boiled shrimp was great.