In the small town of Emerson, dining options are a rarity, so I'm glad I finally tried and…read morethoroughly enjoyed The Smokin' Bull. While passing through, I stopped in to grab a to-go lunch. The place was as pretty calm and quiet, but it was a weekday lunch. It had a relaxed vibe, but I can imagine it being the exact opposite in the evening. The restaurant itself is spacious, and there's a fully loaded bar in the back will lift your spirits if that's what you're into, I kept things simple and ordered a burger with onion rings. The tall guy who took my order was as friendly as they come. I couldn't finish my burger, but every bite was excellent. The Smokin' Bull is definitely on my "return-to" list.

The service was friendly, the food delicious, and the cozy atmosphere of the porch under the…read moreheaters was perfect! I had a great birthday dinner!

This place is pretty good. Service is outstanding. The waitress came by and took our drink orders…read more Another waiter asked if we wanted some bread for the table. Yes and yes. I had a barrel ages old fashioned. The bread was fresh and tasty. The menu has quite a variety...steak, chicken, seafood...something for everyone. We were going for steak. A filet was ordered and two of us ordered the 14 oz ribeye. From what I saw on other tables steak seems to be a favorite. The waitress came back and took salad orders, how we wanted the meat cooked plus another drink if needed. I ordered medium well. After a bit i order another old fashioned. The first one went smooth and good. Not too much ice, just the right amount of liquor. Chilled and good. The wedge salad comes out and it's covering the plate. Thousand island dressing plus real bacon bits. A nice touch. Just enough dressing. After a bit the ribeye arrives. It too covers a portion of then plate. it's a bit peppered but cooked right. The waitress asked us to cut into the meat to verify it was cooked right, they all were cooked as ordered. Truly a treat. The steak is gone, a little bread is left on the table, half the old fashioned is remaining. Definitely will return in the future if I'm in Shreveport. Between the service and quality of the food it's a must visit if you're in town.

2Johns is probably the "fanciest" steak spot in the Bossier City area. Located on Airline, the…read moreinterior is fairly upscale with full service. To start, the menu pricing is definitely reflecting the upscale steakhouse that it is going for. Their Caesar salad was solid (4/5); I wish they had some anchovies on it though. I got the prime New York strip for my main (16 oz, $68) with a requested medium rare cook. The steak came out a bit tough, even for prime, and the seasoning was overly heavy on the pepper and the fat on the side of the steak needed more rendering. The cook was closer to a medium, which is fine, but it didn't help with the toughness. The sentiment of the group was that there was too much black pepper on all of the steaks and that the cuts were a bit tough (3/5). The sides were hit and miss; the Mac and cheese was solid (4/5), mushroom risotto was a bit meh (3/5), and sauteed mushrooms were also a bit bland (3/5). The crème brûlée was solid as well (4/5) besides the whipped cream on top. Overall, there were some hits and some misses but the toughness of the steaks and the over seasoning brings the steak dinner experience down slightly, especially at this price point.

Nice place! Service was amazing!! I ordered the pork chop and it was real tough, hard to cut with a…read moreknife and chew, so I didn't eat it all. My husband ordered a steak and he said it was very good!

This spot wasn't terrible, but it definitely wasn't for me. The young man working the bar was…read morereally kind, which I appreciated, but overall the vibe felt very "deep South"and not in a way that felt welcoming to someone who looks like me. I was just passing through, heading to my hotel while traveling for work, and stopped in because it's super convenient right off the feeder road near downtown. The food was okay, nothing special. I got the sense that it's probably popular with locals, but personally, I didn't feel super comfortable and probably wouldn't go back or recommend it. Just kind of a forgettable experience overall.

OK let's talk local Texarkana! I came looking for something and chose Pop's Place. It was about a…read more10 minute drive from our hotel. We got close and Waze had us make a turn on Harris street and my wife panicked. It did not look like a journey meant for us. I proceeded to our destination and the parking lot was packed. We walked in and were greeted and seated. It was a hot day and it was open air seating. It took our bodies about 15 minutes to adjust, and become comfortable. Our server was Edward aka Bubba. He was very personable, knowledgeable, and efficient. We ordered the fried pickles as an appetizer, and were given a very generous portion. Bubba also added a complimentary crawfish and grits dish that was awesome. My wife ordered the fried catfish , and ordered the blackened Mahi. Both dishes were prepared to perfection, and presented tastefully. We received our order in a very reasonable time. We wanted dessert but they were out. Check this out though, when they do have dessert it is on the house. At Pop's Place the prices are very fair, the portions are over the top, and the service was on point and very hospitable. If you are in Texarkana I highly recommend Pop's Place.

Great dinner! Nice relaxed atmosphere. Our first time to eat at Pop's place.We found them by…read moresearching on Yelp when passing through the area. I had the Atchafalaya Etoufee' and my wife had the Bacon Wrapped Stuffed Shrimp. We also enjoyed our free samples of bread pudding.. We will definitely be back.

My husband and I tried Bar M tonight and we will definitely return the next time we are in the…read morearea. I ordered the CFS with gravy on the side, mashed potatoes (and gravy), and a side salad. He ordered the fried shrimp with coleslaw and green beans. Both dishes were excellent! My CFS was a real sirloin; not a cubed steak. It would have easily served both of us. My salad was excellent as well with crisp lettuce, ripe tomatos, and crispy croutons. Our waitress was very attentive and asked questions about everything to ensure that the food was prepared and served exactly the way we wanted. The prices were great as our total bill was approximately $38! We thought we hadn't been charged for everything (but a check of the details told us that everything was there). Well worth the money!

The place is as cute as can be. We were greeted almost immediately. I like the menu. There were…read moreoptions for everyone, but not a book to confuse us. The food was delicious and very high quality. The owner came out and talked with us for a bit. It was really a good place to go. We will be back!

The food is top notch! The potatoes au gratin are something of conversation. People love them!…read more My favorite side is the grilled asparagus! The service is great! The owner is there helping every time we go. And the atmosphere is great for whatever size gathering you have. Highly recommend this restaurant!

Wonderful service . Excellent food and great environment. I highly recommend it Good wine list…read moreand a great experience!

This was formerly Big Country Grill! They have revamped…read moreunder new ownership. Hand cut steaks, home made burgers, home made chicken strips, home cut fries, home made augratin potatoes, home made yeast rolls, fresh grilled asparagus, sautéed mushrooms, fresh marinated crab claws, pizza, etc. Great Bartenders and amazing Chef Bubba! Friendly staff and environment.

A must stop in Shreveport. Food is amazing. Ambience is awesome. Service is impeccable.... Ask for…read moreAnthony- excellent waiter. Chuck C.

The steak was OK. It does not compare to another steakhouse which is in Bossier City. Our waitress…read morewas very nice and did a very good job so did the gentleman that kept our water glasses filled it had nice music but it was not up to what we usually enjoy.

ALWAYS CONSISTANT IN SERVING GOOD FOOD. This restaurant is the most often chosen when friends or…read morefamily get together. Table for 10, NO PROBLEM! A vast variety of selections & prices on the menu. Locally owned. Select steaks cooked TO ORDER. TRY BANDERAS! You won't be sorry . . .

Our first time here. We were in town for an eye doctor appointment, I was hungry for a steak. I…read moreordered a New York Strip and the wife had a Chicken Fried Steak. My steak was tender and tasty. Hers was over-cooked, but the white gravy was quite good. My green beans were loaded with onions, which were overbearing. My salad was just lettuce and tomatoes with a lot of cheese (I requested no tomatoes). Wife's okra was under-cooked. Service was good, food was hot. We'd go back.

We had a very disappointing experience at Hollis Seafood in Spearsville. We reserved a room for my…read moregrandmother's 90th birthday with 25 guests, and were told we'd have the space for 1-1.5 hours. When we arrived, no room was reserved. Staff said it was a "miscommunication." We were required to pay upfront, and during payment one of our family members was rudely asked if they were "sure they were with the Barnes family" because of "how people were looking." Completely unprofessional. The staff pushed tables together so most of us could sit nearby, but when 2 family members arrived 40 minutes later, they were told they couldn't sit with us because "our time was almost up." Less than an hour into our meal, staff asked us to leave--even though we had not finished eating. Another large African American group had the same experience. When I questioned the manager, she said large parties only get one hour, but admitted this information is not posted anywhere. We left feeling disrespected and singled out. We paid full price but were rushed and treated poorly. What should have been a joyful 90th birthday celebration turned into one of the worst restaurant experiences we've ever had.

Great food and service. I have had the pleasure of eating at this buffet several times and have…read moreconsistently enjoyed the varieties of food and service. The staff, each and every time, were very friendly and accomadating. Thanks, see you all soon again...