See last review from 12 years ago. It is the same. Maybe an updated interior but everything else is the same. Good service with the dive diner comfort food. read more

Food was great. Service exceptional. Loved the counter and booth decor. Truly an East coast diner feel with great atmosphere. Had the turkey club with onion rings. Always looking for a great onion ring and these didn't disappoint. I highly recommend this place and will be back on my next trip to Pennsylvania. read more

My wife and I came here on the advice of someone in the area. It was a Saturday late morning. The restaurant was full, but they cleared a table and seated us in 5 minutes. They serve breakfast all day which is a big plus for me. I ordered two eggs over easy, bacon and home fries. You can't hardly mess that up. It was just as ordered. The home fries were nice and crispy, although I felt the serving was pretty small. My wife ordered the French toast. She said it had an odd taste, as if it had taco seasoning in it. We eventually decided that it was something on the grill that was leftover from another food. While the young girl that served us was very nice and efficient, I did witness something that really bothered me. An older redheaded server was cleaning a table of dirty dishes. An order came up and a piece of bacon slid off the plate. She picked it up with her dirty hands and put it back on the plate. Big health code violation! The restaurant has a real diner feel to it, which is fun. While I wasn't excited about the food we had, the lunch items served around us look really good, especially the coneys. I'll give it another try. read more

The food is delicious. Service is excellent. Toby does a great job cooking. Price is a reasonable.

Always good food and great service. The Texas Lunch is a Lock Haven landmark. I eat here every time I come home to visit family.

Small place where we had lunch yesterday. Food was good and our sever was very pleasant and efficient. She was the only server for about 20 customers plus a busy take out business. Convenient location I'm downtown. read more

Stopped in for a quick lunch. Ordered a buffalo chicken sandwich and a Texas dog. My God it was the most awful thing I have ever tasted. I know it is Greek oriented but who loads a hot dog sauce with cinnamon? That is what that hot dog tasted like. The chicken sandwich was below average and honestly a waste of money. I can understand the history and the regulars enjoy this place but I would not waste my money here again. read more

Always good. Family-owned. Friendly. Homemade soups. Not open Wednesdays at the present. read more

Texas Lunch - Chicken salad sandwich on white with my choice of side. Tuesday's special. - Diners Near Me - Lock Haven, Pennsylvania

My family loves this 100+ year old diner. Everything tastes like home, or better! It's an incredible value.

Small diner that may not look like much but AMAZING food! The waitress always remembers us and is kind and good at what she does! I personally love Texas Lunch and eat here weekly or more. It does sometimes often get busy during breakfast lunch and dinner hours and as it's so small or a place there is not much room for seating or privacy if that's what you want. I only gave it 4 stars because I feel like sometimes it could be a little bit more clean or organized. I love the waitress but can see she does a lot on her own and wish she had some help sometimes as she is so kind and does her job right and good! Recommend eating here for sure!! Love their Turkey Clubs Any of their World Famous Breakfast foods are good but the ham and hash browns is so delicious and cooked perfectly so that's my fav! Their soups, desserts and so much more are also great read more

COVID has slowed much of the usual bustle at The Texas but it remains a Lock Haven icon and a sure bet for breakfast and lunch. Rock solid diner food in a friendly atmosphere for visitors and locals alike. The prices are great and the portions are generous. Don't miss the Growler dog at lunch! The service has always been exceptional during my many visits when in Lock Haven. The Texas' hours have been adjusted due to COVID so check their website for the latest. read more

Lock Haven will always be home. So when I come up from NC my first stop is the Texas. The hot dogs and the sauce have changed. The onions are the same though. It was so disappointing that I didn't take dogs or sauce back with me. I'm not alone on my statements. I still keep in touch with friends and relatives. You got 3 stars only because being back in my home town just the thought of being back in my home town. Really lifts my spirits. Thank U4 Reading David Barner read more

The Texas is exactly the kind of place you want to see after driving all night. Open for breakfast, breakfast all day, breakfast counter. I veered off the interstate a few miles into the town of Lock Haven, thinking it was the town in that Daniel Clowes book, driving around in my delirium trying to find that huge rock. But no, that's Ice Haven, and this is Pennsylvania. Why is this place called Texas? Is there a sister restaurant in Texas called Pennsylvania Lunch? They have something here called "The Growler"-- or is that just my stomach? Prices and service right out of a 1950s Amish Archies comic book. If there is/was such a thing. I need to get some sleep. Since 1918, they say. Was this the only thing in Lock Haven in 1918, and they built the town around it? Maybe the early settlers thought that THIS was Texas, the way they thought the USA was India, without GPS's and all. There's got to be a story here, but Ohio is on the horizon. read more

Texas Lunch - Let me know when there is a room open upstairs! - Diners Near Me - Lock Haven, Pennsylvania

I literally love this places and the food is always super good the people are so nice

Just started eating here after eight years of living in the area. Toby does a great job with the food and service provided. As a southerner, I do like a good dog chili. If I had a complaint, maybe a little more flavor in the dog chili. Otherwise, thanks for giving me a new spot to eat. read more

One of our go to places when we make it back home to Lock Haven, Pennsylvania. The steak salad is really good. The Olivia burger is one of my favorites. The hotdogs can be loaded up with chili and cheese. The cheese fries are outstanding. Can be busy sometimes and service is always the fastest but they try. read more

Very amazing food! Staff is very friendly! Their gravy French fries are to die for!!!!

This place is a staple in Lock Haven. Good food, good prices. Walking in is like taking a step back in time.

The waitress we had was just terrible. Took 10-15 minutes till we got our menu. The people that came in after us got to order their food first. The food came out cold, pancakes were undercooked and burnt on top. Home-fries were ice cold. Then when I went to go check out, one of the employees checking me out said I should've told them I was a student before I went to check out. Also, the waitress we had took 15 minutes to check on us to see how our food was. Just terrible service read more

I've lived in Lock Haven all my life and this place is my favorite breakfast spot of all time. They've got the best French toast for breakfast and an awesome growler for lunch. Not to mention the amazing Texas Fries! Its a great little place to enjoy awesome comfort food downtown. read more

The Texas has been around the Lock Haven area for a while now. It was often referred to as the greasy spoon by the residents of lock Haven. It does offer a diner experience and has been remodeled a few years ago to give it a much cleaner look that it had before. It was a spot that the college kids wold go to after the bars had closed. They have different hours now so this is something you do want to check before going there. Overall good place to eat. read more

The Texas Lunch serves some of the best hot dogs in the world, especially the growlers with their house-made meat sauce. I have yet to find a hot dog that can stand up to the Texas Lunch growler, even in as many big cities as I've been. This has been a staple of the Susquehanna Valley all of my life, and that of my family. Their fries are fresh cut and stand tall on the plate. And they have renovated the place not too long ago to give it that 1950s retro diner feel, which is another huge positive. I couldn't imagine life with out this place! read more

Retro, clean and funky fun! Excellent quality of diner standards...beyond any Chain restaurant! Bacon is exceptional! Very busy , bustling happily, and were even nice to we hungry travelers of opposing football team to local Lock Haven U! All the delicious that we could see around us and what we ordered ( burger & turkey club), and the Greek options looked awesome! The French fries were ancient and cold however.:-/.....we ordered lunch early @ 11:30 and everyone else was ordering brunch/breakfast....so?????? ( I refuse to think of how old!) worth a stop if hungry for a treat of hometown the way it SHOULD be! Congrats to Lock Haven for restraining a beautiful small ( largish) town! read more

The one thing you've got to try is the 5-Spice Fries. It's one of the best hidden gems on the menu. They have a little kick and a creamy dipping sauce that is wonderful. Get a steak salad for breakfast or lunch. A great full menu that won't disappoint read more

Leaving a review on the second trip but both were great. Perfect place in the area for breakfast (Kelly makes the best breakfast), in price, taste, and portion. Got the big Pete's (Greek flavors) omelet this time, and I really appreciated that the seasoning on the home fries was adjusted to match. Never tried their lunch or dinner, but we can highly recommend their breakfasts. read more

Such a cute diner! I got the turkey club and my husband got the Texas fried burger! The service was very quick and friendly. Good portions. Food was fantastic! read more

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The Texas has been operated by the Anastos family - Peter and Stella the driving forces, for many, many years. It's an American diner experience, booths or a seat at one of the two stool islands. The key word here is quality. Folks know one another, but every newcomer is welcome. They are famous for their chili dogs (known as Growlers), omelets and a great steak. The do-over a couple of years ago shined the place up. Phil Anastos, his wife Jackie, and their dedicated and veteran cooks and wait staff make it still shiny. Other menu faves and recommendations include: Chocolate milk Rice pudding Breakfast sandwiches (pita, egg, cheese, potatoes and meat of choice) Steak Home Fries read more

The Texas Restaurant is a Lock Haven favorite. Portions are ample, everything is freshly made. Great place for breakfast!

I'm never disappointed when I eat here. I typically get breakfast and it's always good. Cups of coffee are huge too.

We are visiting from out of state and were referred here by a local as a great place to get breakfast all day - we love that. The place was easy to find, cute, clean, and packed with locals. The food was good, plentiful, and priced well. The service was friendly and prompt. Thank you Janice! We will definitely come here next time we are in town. read more

I haven't been here in a few years but I would have died in the streets of lock haven if this place wasn't around to feed me at 2 in the morning. read more

Delish. The fries are the bomb. Burger was pretty awesome too. Lots of options for kids, two counters, really cool space with the glittery red booth cushions. I'd be making this place a staple if I lived here. read more

Great atmosphere true to form with excellent diner fare. My kids love it here and it's a Lock Haven staple! A must-stop if visiting from out of town. Affordable, friendly, and delicious! read more

Quintessential old-style lunch counter. I stopped in 30 minutes before a meeting, got a good meal for a good price in less than the allotted time. The menu looked pretty diverse, the full selection of diner fare, a page of breakfast foods, then burgers and sandwiches. I stuck to a quick burger and macaroni salad since I was tight on time, but both were very good and made with care. Service was excellent, quick and very friendly. I'll definitely be back the next time I'm in Lock Haven. read more

Probably the locals favorite place to eat in town. The menu has a lot options, and they have great daily specials. It's my favorite breakfast spot in Lock Haven, and my Dad and I enjoy lunch there maybe once a week. Quick, fast service, delicious food, and great prices. It's a small restaurant so seating can be limited for peak hours. It has that old school diner feel. read more

The Texas is a classic diner and staple of Lock Haven. There's a reason it's packed with locals at almost all hours. It's good and it's cheap! The decor is like a retro diner with baseball memorabilia lining the walls. It feels clean and friendly, and the food is delicious! I highly recommend stopping in for a famous "growler" (Chili dog) or their world famous breakfast. For the price, everything really is bigger (and better) in The Texas! read more

The Texas is definitely an institution! College kids and old(er) people both frequent this place so much it can be difficult to get a seat! The service is 100% fantastic because everyone is so considerate, friendly, and hilarious. Food is yummy and cheap - the Texas is the place to be! read more

Come here every morning after PT with my army buddies. Great service, great food, great people. Always feel at home and welcome. Would recommend to anyone! read more

All I can say is breakfast. I go here for breakfast very often. The omelettes are superb, the French toast is the best in the area, eggs, bacon, and everything else is great. The only downfall to this place is the home fries. I'm not a fan of their breakfast potatoes though I do eat them almost every time. If I'm buying, I'm cleaning my plate. read more

Best hotdogs in town! Gravy fries are a must when you go to Texas Lunch! Very retro feeling inside, doesn't hold many people but the atmosphere is very nice. Gets busy but also offers take out, so it's always an option! Whenever in lock haven you must try the famous growlers! read more