Saw a post on FB about 1836 Cafe, so my DIL & I decided on a breakfast roadtrip... what a wonderful…read moredecision. 1836 Cafe is everything you imagine if the words "hole in a wall greasy spoon" are used. Small interior offering 4 tables and a line up of bar stools. The kitchen and pantry are fully exposed. We were greeted by a gent opening the door for us and friendly hellos! The menu provides a wide selection of country fair with twists on cosmopolitan selections (the country bennie is a must). No pre-cut fries on site,! Everything looked and tastes freshly prepared. Will definitely make the trek again!

1836 Café in Bells, TX is a true hidden gem and worth every stop. From the moment I walked up to…read morethe door, the smell alone let me know I was in for something special. Inside, the atmosphere is small-town comfort at its best -- casual, welcoming, and the kind of place that instantly makes you feel at home. I ordered the Chicken Bennie, and it was absolutely outstanding. A homemade biscuit served as the base, soft and fluffy on the inside with just the right touch of crisp on the outside. On top of that came perfectly fried chicken tenders, a runny egg that tied everything together, and a generous pour of rich, savory sausage gravy. It all came with a side of crispy fried potatoes that were cooked just right -- golden and flavorful without being greasy. Every bite was pure comfort food perfection. The coffee was smooth and satisfying, the kind that pairs perfectly with a hearty breakfast. Service was excellent as well -- friendly, attentive, and genuinely kind, which made the whole experience even better. You can tell the staff really cares about their customers and their food. Overall, 1836 Café is exactly what you hope to find in a small-town spot: great food, great people, and an atmosphere that keeps you wanting to come back. I'll definitely be returning, and I highly recommend it to anyone passing through or nearby.

This place has amazing food! I have been there twice and had…read morea great meal both times. My first meal was a Sunday night, which I recommend if you want a quieter evening. My last dinner was a Saturday night , there was a community event that day which added to the crowd and wait. Any issue we had with our wait was heard and appreciated by staff and their service has been very good. Get your steaks Burnt, it's worth it! The menu is great across the board, appetizers, salads, proteins and sides are all very good!

Venue - great Drinks - great…read more Food - mediocre Service - average Shrimp and grits fell flat with two of our group... it's not big-city dining, but I still had high hopes the entrees would be executed well. I'd highly recommend a happy hour/date at the bar without a formal dinner being on the agenda

My hamburger was delicious. So refreshing to eat a real old-fashioned burger instead of these…read more"gourmet " ones that hide the real taste. My only comment was the meat could have used a little more salt, but that was an easy fix. I never comment about my beverage but the MG's tea is excellent. The receptionist at the counter was friendly and outgoing. We really felt welcome. The restaurant Itself is an old service station from at least the 60's. It is adorned with vintage cars and car parts. MG's off both the highway so follow your gps. You will think you are lost. But then suddenly there it is. This eatery is well worth making the effort to find it.

Well, yeah, I mean it was a hamburger and fries and it was very good like always. The service…read moreconsisted of a cashier at register and somebody bringing the food out to you and then you never saw him again so just the way you want it. Now the ambience the place is an old gas station and I guess it's OK. I like the old place better because it was more on top of each other and I know that's the reason why they switched to the new place, but I kinda like the old crowded place. But other than that, I still like MG's I mean, I drive over 60 miles to eat here so yeah, I like it!

The service was great! Nicki was my waitress and she's was kind and helpful me with my order…read more The food was hot and cooked perfectly. Had a skillet and it was delish! Glad I stopped by!

Oh my! We came here…read morewith friends after a night at the casino. This had the best breakfast reviews in Durant and we had high hopes. Inside is a quaint diner type restaurant. They were busy for a Sunday morning but the service was spot on!!! I had the chicken fried steak and eggs that was scrumptious! Every cooked just as I would want and oh boy that CFS was so good! My wife had the cinnamon swirl French toast and loved it. Our friends had the Mexican skillet , which she said was excellent. Even the basic sausage and eggs plate was perfect! Excellent choice for breakfast!

As I begin writing this I've already been in line 30 minutes. Let me point out the Only reason I'm…read morestanding in line this long is,Press releases say this place is closing. I've just ordered and they tell me it's another 25-30 minute wait. I'll be back with a review of the food and more details then. I'm back after a total wait of one hour! Let me say,it was worth the wait. If they are still open when you read this,it's worth the trip. I've had this place book marked several years. Opened in 1951, it's the quintessential small town burger stand. I just forgot about it until the other day when I read they're closing. Don't cry,it's because of real estate values. It's no longer economically feasible to make small profits working hard no matter how good the burgers are. The burgers are really good. This place is slammed. I saw two large door dash orders go out and a lot of people that must have ordered online Coming and going. Finally my name was called and I took my piping hot brown paper sack to the hood of my truck. Looking into the sack,loose fry,pull it out,bite it, perfect. Unwrap burger,looks fantastic, bitting into it.... satisfaction! I'm a sucker for small towns but Anna is no more. In only five years the influx of migrants from other states have fueled exponential growth. It's happening everywhere and places like Spurlocks are the victims. It's our loss too,as these quaint old places harbor a lot of history. The kind that built America. Usually the Yelp community competes to be the first to Review a new business. I find it satisfying in this case and honored that I may be the last to Review... The Malt Shop

Found this gem on help when looking for a local ice cream shop in Anna!…read more Upon arriving and parking, you could tell this was an older business, but that it was gonna pump out some good old-fashioned food! And we were not wrong... We tried the cookies and cream malt, fried Oreos, as shown in the picture, and of course we had to get some fries. All came out piping hot, except for the malts, of course. My kid said it was one of the best malts they have ever had, which is a strong statement because they are ice cream connoisseur lol. Their fries were crinkle cut which just added to the old school feel the fried Oreos were cooked to perfection and exactly what I wanted There is a cute little indoor seating area next to the kitchen, but we didn't take advantage of it because we got our food to go. However, we will definitely be back now that we are locals.

This place is AMAZING!!! From the lamb chops for the appetizer with the sweet chili sauce, cooked…read moreto perfection, the Ribeye steak cooked perfectly and seasoned just right, the mushroom and Brussel sprouts not over cooked, and the mac & cheese. But seriously what takes the cake (no pun intended) is the fresh cheesecake! Oh my!! Goosebumps!! It was amazing!! The service was great and the atmosphere was comfortable. Highly recommended!!

Ive have been going for the last five years. Only had one time they were off. Food is good. Wait…read morestaff is attentive and friendly. Will be back.

Food is good! Service is always good! Have never been disappointed!…read moreEveryone complains about the water.... The water comes from a well! It's a bit salty a people don't get it..... it tastes exactly like the water in Manitou Springs Colorado. People drive for miles to drink it. Enjoy!

If you like locally owned authentic country cooking with solidly friendly service, you'll like…read moreFrank's. We were staying in the area for Lake Texoma fun and concert at Winstar. We went for lunch one day and back for breakfast the next. The portions were generous and the food was delicious. If you are looking for sophistication or gourmet, you might go back to Dallas. Frank's reminded me of small town diners I've known all my life. Their key lime pie and peach cobbler were fabulous.

HUGE shout out to Union Bear brewing . We brought in a very large group spur of the moment and they…read moreaccommodated us with above and beyond service. Torey and Lindsey were the best servers, so kind and attentive . Our group was so impressed. The food was great, pretzel bites were amazing along with the pizza, salads and glass noodles. They have a Great choice of a variety of beers and cocktails were on point t! One of the managers Trey was so friendly and so accommodating. True Texas friendly service, I would recommend to anyone.

You just can't go wrong with anything here!! I've had the…read morecocktails, beer tasting, everything is great! The chicken wings were great today, the pretzel bites are always a hit. I've had the fish & chips and pizza which were great. Today I have the adult chicken fingers which are juicy and crispy!! Service is always great!!! Chill vibe and great place to hang!!

I must admit, I had No idea this place existed until I found it on Yelp!…read moreYes Yes and Yes Appetizer was the King Pretzel Cheeseburger with cheddar cheese, grilled onions, jalapeños and mushrooms. Onion rings for the side. Bees and chicken fajitas with all the great trimmings! To end it all up, we had the Pecan pie. Cinnamon roll crust on the pie made it Top Shelf!! Service was the best. Located in an old building that has great atmosphere! What else can I say? When I'm back in Gainesville, Texas I know exactly where I'll be eating! Krootz Brewing Company Go get Full

Krootz Brewing Company has great food, great service, and a fun, college-town vibe to it. We asked…read moreour waitress for dinner recommendations and she steered us to the Brewmaster Burger and the Chicken Fried Chicken. That's the best burger I've had in a long time and my husband raved about the Chicken Fried Chicken! Two thumbs up, Krootz Brewing! Keep up the great work!

The food is way too good to be this cheap first of all, I was blown away with the quality. The…read moreservice was absolutely excellent and the staff have such a friendly vibe that makes the whole atmosphere really fun and calm.

Haven't even gotten the food yet and one notices that fact that every table needs to be cleaned and…read morethe drink station in front of the Tea is so sticky it is just gross. The food is great tasting the burgers are well crafted and the regular order of fries