Agreat place. Low key, great food great beer and staff is top notch…read more The even have Elvis and the Lions club meets there.

Food was great and service exceptional. We tried several things and would definitely go back when…read morein town.

I stopped in while on a work road trip and if I'm ever in the area again I will plan my entire…read moreroute around being able to have a meal here! The bartender was very nice and you could tell they have a good group of regulars. I had steak fingers for lunch and could tell they were fresh and hand breaded - they were some of the best I've ever had!

Bring the old chicken strips back they're tiny the new ones are horrible service is so good but…read morebring the old chicken strips back

Food & service was good Cocktails are not great due to…read moreowners who have a strict measure policy so if you opt for beer or wine you'll be fine!

Best bbq around. Super friendly folks. All around great experience. Thank you so much.read more

I have been to cigar lounges around the country and this easily ranks among the top. Talk about a…read morehidden gem in a small town in Central Texas. First off, the lounge area is massive, with 4 HDTVs, leather couches and chairs to easily seat 30, plus several high-top tables and a coffee counter area with leather high-backs. The atmosphere is quiet and relaxing with the ability to enjoy a cigar and watch the game or have a conversation. The store side features a nice selection of tobacco products and accoutrements for cigars and pipes. Most impressive is the gigantic walk-in humidor with a premium cigar selection rivaling big-city stores in NY and DC. The major difference is the price point, which is so low I am buying boxes for friends who work in cigar stores in the northeastern US! Even though I had never been here before I was greeted with famed Texas hospitality and met some wonderful people, both staff and regulars alike. The one downside is that they do not sell alcohol, though you are encouraged to bring your own and they will provide glasses, ice and anything else you may need. They also offer a very nice boutique coffee selection. If you are anywhere in the area, make a trip up here. You will be more than glad you did!

It's really smoky in there but I do like the atmosphere and the people are pretty nice. Went back…read morelast weekend and when the back door is open, it really helps it's the smokiness. Slim pickings with regard to the cigar selection.

We were staying in the Rodeway Inn next door on our way from Austin to Waco because all the hotels…read morewere booked in Waco for Baylor homecoming, and I got to say, it was a pleasant surprise! I ordered the Chicken Alfredo, and my friends ordered the Chicken Parmesan and the ribeye steak. They and the bread were all delicious, cheap (especially compared to austin!), and came in ample portions. This was probably one of of my favorite meals in a while, and I wasn't expecting it from a small town restaurant next to my hotel. The service was also great with an extremely friendly staff! The only real downside is that they don't serve alcohol, but they are BYOB. They do have wine glasses and a corkscrew, so make sure to grab a bottle of wine beforehand!

Okay to be fair I was on the fence about eating here until the salesman at Dodge raved about the…read morefood. Italian food has a new name Praire Italian. The place could have been a sizzles for ambience. It has a huge menu but sometimes it's better to do certain items great then a lot just okay. Veal marsala was brown gravy over spaghetti. The baked Tuscany had Canadian bacon in it and was not baked. The 3 tri apos were from frozen; calamari, mozzarella sticks and fried shrimp. Think Costco buy and serve. The Ruffino Chianti was rough and the house Grenache was surprisingly good. Do not get the house salad italian dressing.Its Catalina from Kraft. All in all an expensive lesson not to liston to truck salesman

Wow! I get to be the first! This is a small town bar that I can see being the staple of the…read morecommunity. The atmosphere is friendly and casual. The beer list is long, nothing exotic now, but definitely the core beers. Friendly staff and friendly patrons. If your driving down 281, you need to stop and enjoy

If you're anywhere near Goldthwaite, this place is absolutely worth a stop…read more The Whoop & Holler burger is easily one of the best burgers I've had. The beef was cooked perfectly, and the combination of beer-braised onions and grilled poblanos on jalapeño sourdough brought everything together with incredible flavor. You can tell there's real thought put into the menu. It has that perfect country feel - laid back, comfortable, and the kind of place you can bring family or meet up with friends. Great food, good drinks, and a spot that feels like it belongs in the community. Highly recommend!

Rustic bar and restaurant with delicious homemade dressings!…read more Ambiance & Service: The restaurant is large with lots of wooden tables for seating. Our server was friendly and efficient! Food & Drink: - Prickly Pear Margarita: Way too sour!! Not enough sweetness. Skip! - Southside Poppy Salad: The poppy seed dressing was perfectly sweet and tangy! The candied pecans added a wonderful crunch. TL;DR: Great stop for lunch, but skip the drinks!

The environment is great. The owner is an amazing person. A great selection of drinks even for…read morethose who do not drink alcohol. Everybody is famous here.

Nice selection for beer on tap and some of the usual bottled stuff.....several wines to choose from…read moreincluding some from Texas....nice atmosphere and you can shop at Pecan Creek outfitters while you are there. It's a family business and Rick is super friendly and always up for a visit

Bartenders KNOW what they're doing. Amazing Old Fashions. Perfectly made Cocktails!…read moreGreat comfy seating Intimate Ambiance Sexy lighting regardless of the occasion!! Can't wait to come back!

My wife and I have been going to 1859 for years, and it has earned every visit…read more What sets this place apart isn't just the atmosphere or the trivia nights -- it's the owners' commitment to showing up. On a slow evening with no event on the calendar, 1859 is still open, still serving, and still delivering. That kind of consistency is genuinely rare in Salado, and anyone who lives here knows it. They've recently added a full menu, and the food is excellent -- not bar-food excellent. Actually excellent. These owners put real time and resources into keeping this business worth coming back to. It shows. Highly recommended.