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.

This is the second time I have been here. We stopped here for work once for lunch and once for…read moredinner. Great little sports bar atmosphere and fast waitstaff. Had the pork chops the first time and have been thinking about them since then! The second time I had the honey chicken sandwich which is absolutely massive and very juicy and tasty!

Was in Longview on business and stopped by Judds as it was touted as a local steakhouse and I…read morewanted to try a Texas steakhouse dinner. I sat at the bar, which was fine...nothing fancy, had a Caesar salad, which was 'blah' and ordered a filet mignon with a side of veggies. Filet was cooked perfectly and just how I ordered (rare) but it lacked flavor and was underwhelming to say the least. Fortunately the veggies were also lacking as it'd be a HUGE disappointment had the veggies outperformed the steak in an establishment noted for steaks. Hopefully it was just an off night...probably wouldn't go back either way as it doesn't have the steakhouse vibe I was after.

The food was decent. I had a hamburger and onion rings. The real draw for me was the back porch…read morewith a water view.

From the owner: Full service bar and grill. Tropical drinks and a variety of foods. Lakeside bar and grill…read more Outdoor patio with a turf play area for kids and dogs. We are dog friendly. We offer live music on some weekends.

Ginocchio was an amazing find as we were traveling to Houston.It was my husband's birthday and we…read morehad wonderful drinks and food, and our waitress was attentive and sweet. Looking forward to making this a destination on our next Texas trip

For a party of 9 , dinner was at 6:30 , didn't get our drinks until 6:50. . Waitress would come…read moreevery 15-20 mins with cigarette breath to check on us. Ordered right after we got our drinks , waited until 7:55 to get our food. Half food came out then 7 mins later, other half of it came out. Walked out of restaurant at 8:40. Food was regular food, my wife got the seafood fettuccine and it came with 3 shrimp and alfredo noodles for $38 . But don't worry they will keep bringin your bread if you ask because you'll stay hungry waiting 2 hours for your food .

Absolutely everything about this place is perfect. Service, drinks, atmosphere are top tier!read more

Delish cocktails & snackies. Friendly & inviting staff. Live music every Friday and Saturday. Warm…read moreyet upscale vibes. The only one of its kind here in Longview!

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 !

A short drive from Palestine for a little something special!…read moreTo be honest, my wife picked the place and I went along. First impressions of Ritual is funky, fun, different..... The waitress could not have been any better! She answered our questions, told us about the specials and made it fun. W my wife ordered one of the specials, chicken pho. She loved it. I went with the charcuterie and man, what an assortment!! Chicken salad Pimento cheese ball Grapes Appricots Cucumber Salami Apple Blackberries Cheese slices Brie Chocolate Malted balls Sesame straws.... To say it was filling is an understatement! If you have never made it to Ritual, you need to put it on your to do list. Go to Ritual and get Full!

Love love this little restaurant! It's been such a jewel for many years. The food is always…read moredelicious and the atmosphere is unique and comfortable. This trip was creamy tomato bisque with a BLTOA (bacon, lettuce, tomato, onion and avocado) sandwich served with bread and butter pickles and chips. Always popular and deliciously extravagant dessert- strawberry cake! This is just like my mom's recipe and is something that is always amazing. Perfect size for sharing - or not - depending on how much you love strawberry cake! And, if you feel like it - drop in for a different sweet treat across the street at the Ritual Laboratorium!

Went with friends on Sunday Brunch - main menu also offered - lots of selections offering quality…read moreAmerican-Asian vibe dishes. Many we'd seen in travels to Hawaii and other islands so a first in Tyler to be offered. Love the broken rice dishes - fresh cooked perfectly. Two different burgers did not disappoint with fresh fries served hot. Quality meat in both. My banh mi sandwich - Piggy combined pork belly with bacon - small bites along with some chunks; would like the chunks sliced smaller to be easier to eat but flavor was very good - bun fresh with delicious bar drinks offered along with non alcohol if preferred. Popeyes omelette was nicely prepared with good ingredients. Parking on side easy access to front - busy Broadway street. A good happy hour along with live music offered also. Will return to try some other dishes.

Went Sunday for karaoke brunch. Food was very good and the staff is attentive and friendly. The…read morefare is more than your standard old boring choices. I will definitely be going back.

While the burger and fries were tasty and the service was friendly, the ambiance was not very…read moreappealing.

Very good food and service is improving. Great management!! Expecting great thing from this place.read more

Deeeeelicious. Always awesome customer service. Drinks aren't too sugary and are perfect to take…read morehome to movie night.

This place is awesome! Great drinks, fast service, and friendly folks! They have all sorts of combo…read morethe you can mix. Most importantly, they do not skimp on the alcohol. Delicious drinks!! Must try!!