Great service, great food, great place. If you're looking for a country style lunch or dinner this is your spot. Big helpings and even bigger onion rings lol. The ranch here is made in house and is superb. We will be back! read more

So after I landed at the airport we were looking for something to eat, and I had read the reviews in this little hole in the wall and we decided to give it a try... needless to say it was EXCELLENT!! Annabelle was a great waitress and so sweet! The colossal onion rings were seriously colossal and the homemade ranch was legit! Ricky got the fired fish and I had the small(nothing was small about it) chicken fried steak and fried okra! It was all made from scratch not frozen and hot and fresh!! I was seriously impressed and that takes a lot for me! So if you're ever looking for a new spot hit up The Ranch Hand Cafe in Cleveland! Prices are so reasonable also! read more

I have driven past this place for years always in too big of a hurry to stop. Had talked to many people over the years that had nothing but good things to say about it. The wife and I finally had time to make a point to stop and were not disappointed. We enjoyed the small town atmosphere and hospitality. My sweet tea was some of the best I have had. Ordered onion rings which was really good. Wife ordered the buffalo chicken sandwich with sweet potato fries. I ordered the large chicken fried steak with okra and mashed potatoes. We each ate one of the large onion rings. Then our meals came out which we both thought were really good. No way we could finish our meals so had to get to go boxes. I had enough chicken fried steak to eat on that night for supper and the next day for lunch. Will definitely make a point to go back again! read more

The Ranch Hand Cafe - Chicken fried steak,mashed potatoes and fried okra - American Near Me - Cleveland, Texas

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If you want comfort food, you found the place here. Service is fast and friendly. Everything I've tried from the must have fried green tomatoes as an app, to salads like the southwest and the photo of the dessert will make your day. Located in a cute house in an easy to get to spot. read more

The Ranch Hand Cafe - Banana Pudding - American Near Me - Cleveland, Texas

AC units were on/working! Dining was a comfortable temp (I'm sure the staff also appreciated it!). Food was well cooked and out quick! Wait was short! Let's hope this is trending back to where they have always been!!!! read more

As a foodie this place is so good and the staff is so friendly and great! I love this sandwich I got from there I forgot the name but it is like ham, cheese and I think powdered sugar on top and you eat it with raspberry jam when I tell you this was so good come and try it you'll like it and heads up the bathroom is super clean! read more

outstanding service & food. Will be ordering chicken fried chicken this wed. Plan on taking a friend for lunch in a couple weeks. read more

Food is always amazing! Service was wonderful... very attentive and super friendly. Very off the beaten path and very hidden gem. Onion rings were huge and delicious. Chicken fried steak was huge, Fried shrimp perfect.. I had the mashed potatoes, Corn, chicken and gravy bowl... we loved everything!!! read more

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The food and service here are truly great, if you can look past the condition of the building. The place itself is pretty shabby and could definitely use some updates. When it rains, there's a noticeable musty/moldy smell, and the floors are uneven in spots, which makes the space feel a little run down. That being said, the food is SO good. Everything we've tried has been flavorful, fresh, and clearly made with care. The portions are generous, especially for the price, which makes it an even better value. The staff is friendly and attentive, and they really make the experience enjoyable. If you're focused on atmosphere, this might not be your spot, but if you care most about amazing food at great prices, it's absolutely worth a visit. read more

Came here today for the first time with my family. Fried catfish special was absolutely amazing! Probably the best I have ever had besides my mom's! Homemade mashed potatoes were superb, and the gravy is awesome! Don't sleep on the coleslaw! Staff is friendly and welcoming, and I can't wait to come back and try more read more

Service was bad, though they apologized. Ambiance is you are sitting in a porch add on with plywood floors that dip, creak and sound as if they are cracking under your feet. The entire porch add on tilts quite a bit. Seems dangerous to me. Food was expensive, took 45 minutes to get our meal, and yes, portions were large. That is the best thing about the place. Not clean,bathrooms were pretty gross. Do NOT recommend eating here. read more

We visited a few days ago and usually the hamburgers are amazing, but not this time. My burger was very dry and not seasoned at all. So disappointing. I make a better burger at home. And like everything else, their prices have gone up from less than a year ago. I gave 3 stars because the service was good and the banana pudding was very good. read more

We always love ranch hand. And I normally get the massive chicken strips which are awesome. Today I decided to get the cobb salad. And OMG, it was huge!!! And delicious of course. I would suggest getting it to share. I bet 4 people could eat off this thing! Staff is always friendly and the place is super cute inside. read more

The Ranch Hand Cafe - Chicken Cobb salad. - American Near Me - Cleveland, Texas

I've been here a few times over the past year, and each time has been great! I would visit more frequently, but it's a little far from me. It's a very laid back and welcoming place. I've had a different server each visit, and they were all very friendly and pleasant. I have ordered the fried catfish each time, because I love it. It always comes out piping hot and very tasty-good portion too. Highly recommend Ranch Hand Cafe! read more

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Had the special today - Chicken and Dumplings with fried okra, green beans and a side of cornbread and it did not disappoint. Come and get it! read more

The Ranch Hand Cafe - Chicken and dumplings, fried okra, green beans with some cornbread. - American Near Me - Cleveland, Texas

Good selection of food and enceinte serve tried had been wonderful. They can get very busy but it's worth it.

Very good food, excellent customer service. Love Ranch hand. I crave their food super yummy!

We ate here for lunch. Just moved into the area and everyone recommended this place. I will say the salads are Texas size. The burgers are good. They are only open for lunch & dinner only. read more

The food is down to good home cooking. It's pretty much at full capacity all the time, but it's definitely worth the wait for the food.great talent and professional staff. They had a fellow there just picking on a guitar and talking to the people waiting for there food.Pretty fun stuff. I think you'll will like the environment also. read more

My family and I eat here often and they are always delicious and filling!! A few items we have tried and loved! Our go-to's are fried fish, any of the wraps, and THE PASTA read more

Good size portions. Great service. Gets busy on the weekends. Nicely decorated. Staff is friendly and very observant.

I have been looking forward to trying their chicken and dumplings for months. We finally made the drive there for lunch. They did not disappoint. The chicken and dumplings were delicious. I had to order some chicken w d dumplings to go so I could share with my daughter and son. My husband had the Caribbean chicken salad. He said it was delicious. The salad was so large it was served on a platter. In addition he ordered the fried pickles, he said they were the best he has ever had. I don't like pickles but I had to sample one. I have to admit they were very good that I had a few more. The batter was very light and crispy. They weren't drowning in oil We look forward to our next visit. Perhaps you could make the dumplings as a daily special on the menu so we can plan a return trip ahead of time! Our server was excellent, she appears to enjoy her job! read more

The Ranch Hand Cafe - Caribbean chicken salad - American Near Me - Cleveland, Texas

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The Patty melt and monte Cristo sandwich were awesome but the desserts...... they were unforgettable! I had the lemon-blueberry cake and my hubby had banana pudding. I would go back just for cake alone I wish I remembered our waitresses name because she was great. She said she made the cake herself. This place is worth a visit I promise. read more

Went here right when they opened (11am) and was greeted with a smile and seated immediately! Our server was friendly and helpful and the place has a nice small town homey feel and atmosphere. The food was delicious- everything is scratch made, so it may take a little longer, but it's 100% worth it! The green beans especially were outstanding! I got the Hawaiian Chicken with green beans and mashed potatoes w/ brown gravy. Absolutely amazing . The Hawaiian chicken was juicy and flavorful and had just a tinge of sour flavor (in the sauce) to it, which married perfectly with the Swiss cheese and pineapple. My husband had the pork tenderloin with green beans and a salad and it came with three large thick slices of meat, good cuts overall. I ordered a grilled cheese sandwich for my toddler (who is extremely picky) and she ate half of it and I saw her sneaking bites of it when I wasn't looking, so I know it was good! If you're a local, you know this place is epic- if you're visiting in the area or passing thru, then stop by and check them out! You won't be disappointed! read more

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Amazing food and friendly staff. Large portion so come with an empty belly! I would recommend and will be returning! I had the chicken fried chicken with mashed potatoes and gravy along with fried green tomatoes. Oh, and the sweet tea is amazing! read more

Surprise surprise! This isn't some frozen bar food serving place. The local know good homemade food and you can tell that from the parking lot being full of cars. We were VERY IMPRESSED! Fettuccini had house made sauce and it was delicious. The pan grilled catfish was so good my husband ordered one to take to go so he could eat it again tomorrow. Yes, no disappointment here. read more

The Ranch Hand Cafe - ......And he licked the plate clean! - American Near Me - Cleveland, Texas

My wife and I just had a great dinner at Ranch Hand Cafe. I had fettuccine Alfredo with shrimp. The maje the Alfredo fresh every day and it tastes.better than many Italian restaurants ive eaten at. The garlic toast is excellent. I had lima beans that took me back to my mother, who loved to cook Limas often. The memories flooded over me. Topped it off with homemade banana pudding. My wife had fried shrimp with salad and wonderful fried okra. Its a little drive in the country, but well worth the drive read more

Great food and very friendly service! Baja burger on sour dough bun was amazing, chicken strips were huge and very good read more

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The food and service is always great. Great to still have family owned businesses that have good food.

We have eaten at this restaurant for years but today was the last time we will. We usually do take out orders and up until a few months ago all was well. The last 4 orders we have placed have had food missing. We gave them one more chance today and as with the last orders food was missing. The hamburger was so over cooked it could have been mistaken for shoe leather. We will not be back. be read more

My husband and I love eating at restaurants like this one! Someone definitely can cook and the service was amazing. My husband ordered the chicken fried steak, French fries and salad. Very good and a lot of it! I had the small shrimp fettuccine, yum! This will be added to our stops as we trek back and forth to Houston. The only thing is I would ask not to sit close to the bathroom. The amount of spray some people use after they visit can be overwhelming- that's my only complaint. read more

The Ranch Hand Cafe - Shrimp Fettuccine comes with salad and garlic bread - American Near Me - Cleveland, Texas

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Love the well run, friendly service, really good home-cooking food joints in small town Texas towns and this place does not disappoint at all. We drove up from Houston area to try and we will be back. Had the country fried steak and ribeye and both were excellent. read more

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Not much to look out from outside but super country inside. Nice staff and really good food. I had the catfish special and loved it. read more

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We had chicken fried chicken, mashed potatoes, salad, hamburgers and homemade onion rings. All delicious!

The spaghetti is delicious. It was full of meat and a very nice portion. Very happy about my order and I'm looking forward to eating it again. read more

The Ranch Hand Cafe - Spaghetti - American Near Me - Cleveland, Texas

Delicious!!! Had not been in a while and Ranch Hand Cafe did not disappoint. From a friendly greeting at the door, to our server recommendations on house specials and appetizers that night! Pork Belly mashed potato balls appetizer were very tasteful. We will be back! read more

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Huge portions at this friendly local stop. Burger was well seasoned, and everything in my chicken bowl was perfectly cooked. No beer or wine here, but certainly good food. Great roadside cafe, worth it to pull in. read more

The Ranch Hand Cafe - Chicken Bowl - American Near Me - Cleveland, Texas

As a first time visitor, I was excited to visit this place. After my parents moved to Cleveland 2 years ago, I would see this restaurant every time I drove by every weekend. Finally stopped by yesterday and it was worth the wait. You're greeted by great staff with under 5 minute wait time. The restaurant feels homey and rustic. The fried pickles are lightly crisped and the ranch is very delicious. Homemade flavor for both. The chicken friend chicken is delicious, not burnt and just the right amount of crispyness. The mashed potatoes and broccoli paired up greatly and the gravy was soupy but not runny. Perfect for the Texas toast to be dipped in. For dad had the burger! As a fan of spicyness, he was very content with the spicy fried jalapeños and the habanero sauce drizzle. The drinks were perfect as well. The Arnold Palmer was very well ratioed and the sweet tea was very well balanced. It was very delicious overall and will definitely be back again. Lastly, the price was very well placed!! Definitely recommend!! read more

The Ranch Hand Cafe - Chicken Fried Chicken, Angry Cheddar Burger fries and fried pickles. - American Near Me - Cleveland, Texas

You want home cooking this is the place to eat ! Best chicken fried steak ever ! Place is off the beaten path but well worth the drive read more

GREAT FOOD!!!! Love the fried green tomatoes!! The portions are huge, so it's easy to share a meal if you can't eat a whole lot at one time. Or take it home for leftovers. read more