Located within the Collin County Park Marina on Lake Lavon there is a gatehouse that is staffed but…read morethey will waive your admission fee if you simply let them know you are just going to the restaurant. Parking close to the restaurant can be challenging as this is an active marina as well as a county park. But you can park easily within walking distance. That being said your access to the restaurant is via walkways to the marina boat slips. The restaurant is literally on the water so you'll have boaters, park goers etc all around. It's a nice atmosphere. The restaurant food, they have a fairly large menu of offerings from appetizers , burgers & regular entrees as well as specials. For those seeking to enjoy beverages, they have what I interpret as plenty of choices for adult beverages as well as the regular soda options. Staff are attentive & working constantly to ensure customers are served. Burger we enjoyed was the Bleu Cheese which came with fries & an appetizer of cream cheese filled pepper slices all of which were delicious. We'll definitely go back and they also have live music at times as well.

I told my husband I wanted to do something different last Sunday and we decided to have a drink at…read morethe lake, a quick search helped me find The Boathouse. To know: if you're going to the restaurant you don't have to pay day use fee at Lavon. $5 highnoons- we're already in. Deck seating was super comfortable, even midday in August. Food: mozzarella sticks- look I expected bar food. They were perfectly cooked! Not greasy. Not burnt. PERFECT. and they come with ranch AND marinara. Burger- just the way I like it. LTPO mayo and mustard, and this seems silly, but they put the mayo and mustard ON the burger, not in a cup/packet where you have to do it yourself. This was every burger I've been looking for in Dallas. No egg, no special sauce, no wierd ass extra stuff. A perfect burger. And the fries were great as well. Again, not greasy, well cooked. Not too thin, not to thick. The best part was Cailey (spelling?). She took amazing care of us. You can tell she really loves this spot. I know the feeling. Being a full time educator, having a job like this on the side is a break. As a nurse, I do the same. She told us all about the other businesses the owners have, the schedule, the upcoming events. I couldn't wait to get back to Dallas to tell our friends.

Visited this restaurant after an early morning run in White Rock Lake. The parking is convenient…read moreand the restaurant's proximity to the trail is a winner. The staff member who served us was amazing. She was funny, friendly and gave the best recommendations. Prompt and impeccable service! The food tasted good and everyone at our table enjoyed their meal. The patio seating was perfect for a lazy brunch after some running. This is an easy choice of restaurant if you are looking for a quick bite after a stroll around White Rock Lake. Pricing : Moderate Will I return? : Absolutely.

Hot fries, cold steak. I think we got a steak someone else sent back to the kitchen…read more 2nd time reviewing, but so tremendously disappointed with the food tonight. Service was ridiculously slow with the server also working the packed tables due to an event, but the customers and quality shouldn't be the ones who are short changed just because management didn't make a better effort with handling increased demand. We waited awhile before getting menus, to order, to get any food. Service was friendly but overburdened. We FINALLY got our food. Mussels were good, but rushed and there were shells, for once, in the sauce. Mac and cheese was thrown together and just one notch about the blue box you get for a dollar at the grocery store. I shouldn't have paid more than $3 for it. My daughter was STARVING, so she ate it. On to the main meal I used to talk my daughter into waiting for over an hour: the hangar steak. Her first time trying this amazing cut of beef. But it was so DAMN COLD!!! WTH???? The fries were hot and tasty, but the steak was cold like maybe someone sent it back and we got it. It didn't fit the cook on the fries. She said the flavor was there, she can eat a lukewarm steak, but it was COLD. I'm so angry. The server asked if I wanted to speak to a manager. For what? I just paid and will never go back. Lake House RUINED my daughter's entire impression of one of the best and most underrated cuts of beef.

Good burgers and fries. Last time I went it was extremely loud inside, couldn't hear or talk loud…read moreenough. Nice view with outdoor seating. I always recommend this place to out-of-town guests at my job.

The view on the patio was great! The service, not so much... we ordered appetizers and a drink and…read moreit took so long we asked for the check. If you like a good view, and aren't in a hurry, eat here!

Ambiance was nice. I enjoyed the decor with the old outboard motors. It's a little fast food. Walk…read moreup and order and they call your name when it's ready. Staff was excellent. We ate the calamari and oysters. They were very good. It was happy hour and we could of just eaten that. Crab legs were very and the fried oysters as well. Hush puppies were very good as well. Unfortunately the catfish was not very good. The breading didn't have much flavor and it was dry. I had to keep soaking it an tartar sauce. I saw many other meals and they looked really good.

Walking in, listening to that 'ole Cajun/ Soul music automatically makes you smile…read more There was a waiting line however moved quickly. Cashier friendly, knowledgeable and answered questions about the menu items. TV's here so you can watch the latest sports events. Jorge, new employee as of 3 weeks, was busy clearing tables, greeting customers, making sure everyone was okay. Jorge came back several times throughout the meal. Young, fast, happy. First basket was a whole, crispy seasoned catfish, fried okra, with a couple of hushpuppies. Delicious. Second basket, fried Seafood combo included shrimp, oysters, catfish filets, French fries, with hushpuppies. Can't go wrong with this combo. Had the opportunity to meet one of the managers, Sandy. Sandy was so polite, gracious, and wanted to make sure all was good. We talked about the dinner selections and Hook Line Sinker desserts. It's no wonder things run so smoothly here. Dine in or to-go... stop by; you will not be disappointed.

Watching the reviews made me think about coming here , but as always I like to have an open mind…read moreand give my own . Greeted nicely since start to or table . Thanks Marcus our waiter , for that positive attitude that made our dinner a nice experience contradicting any other review I saw . We had some Shrimp Tacos and they were so far one of the best shrimp tacos I ever had ,( at this point I gotta point out that o was hesitant once I saw them on a flower tortilla instead of corn , soon I realized that if it was corn it wouldn't have held the veggies/shrimp inside , well thought) Nice and relaxing afternoon having dinner and wine on outdoor terrace on a cloudy afternoon! Love it !

Well... I'm off oysters now. Went for happy hour and got the oyster special. Don't do it. Canned…read more Shitty. Over flowing the shell. Not glued to the shell Tried to eat one and almost choked. The presentation of the entire things was horrifying idk how they could look at that and serve it. We sent them back and it was nice that they did take them off the bill but truly I can't even look at oysters anymore after what was served and presented to us here. I wish I would've taken a picture because it was the most disgusting presentation I have ever seen we couldn't even look at them without wanting to barf. Do not order oysters here. For REAL DONT they are clearly canned, these looked like oysters on steroids, I'm telling you these oysters looked like they had muscles. Truly disgusting.

Food was ok but everything that was good was a riff off of a different restaurant (hamachi ponzu…read morewas their Uchi's hama chili but not as good). Very slow service. Restaurant appeared empty - maybe 7-8 parties yet still incredibly slow inattentive service

4-6pm is happy hour. Drinks and a few basic rolls (outside…read moreor bar) I did not participate in Happy hour but feel like most people will be looking for that Menu online, the photos folks have posted and what's listed in their wall inside are not accurate for rolls available ... however... great menu. Great sushi. Rolls are smaller but delicious. Dumplings were cold but had potential.. idk about wagyu but the sauce was high quality. Cute spot, patio seating. I think they were training staff possibly the bartender was my server even though in main dining so it took forever in between order, food delivery, and trying to leave. When I asked another gal for the check she seemed annoyed and I still waited another 10-15 minutes for the bartender who at this point for happy hour was slammed. Overall food was decent, experience wasn't great. Would try again if shopping but wouldn't go back just for the foods

Food was delicious, lots of space to eat and the vibe was good. Staff were attentive and friendly.read more

The catfish was great, not "muddy" whatsoever. The staff even split the order onto 2 plates as a…read morecourtesy. If we come back, we'll definitely get the full order of catfish instead, the shrimp were simply too small. Fried jalapeño starter was quite good, the melty cheddar cheese instead is a great foil for the spicy pepper.

I've been to Hudson House a couple of times now, and both visits have been solid. This is a popular…read morerestaurant in Fort Worth, so I definitely suggest making a reservation, especially on the weekends. The parking situation can get a little dicey, but I have lucked up both times. As for the staff and service, they are just ok. Not a standout experience, but not necessarily bad either. The food is good, and I see why the lobster rolls are one of their most popular items. The restaurant itself is very clean and a great spot for a brunch date or happy hour. If you're looking for a solid place to grab a meal with friends or family, Hudson House is a good place to start.

Per usual the oysters and burger were great. Tried a new app, the guac and ranch seasoned chips…read more Weren't bad, probably wouldn't order again. Also did a sushi roll, and I'd try another next time. Peter was our downstairs bartender and we thoroughly enjoyed him. Attentive, funny and ran the bar area very well as it picked up a bit. I also noticed his interactions with other staff were very nice and respectful. Of course I'll be back!

This was a lovely spot for breakfast on teo different visits. Our servers were friendly and the…read morelocation is cozy and in a trendy neighborhood. I really liked the steal-cut oats: a great healthy breakfast option. My friend got two vegan meals: avocado toast (sans egg) and the huevos rancheros (sans egg; sub in veggie sausage). All in all, a great breakfast option.

Even on a rainy Saturday, the place was pretty busy. The server didn't come around that much or I…read morewould have got another drink. For appetizer, we got the fried green tomatoes with a salmon dip on the side. The tomatoes had a weird taste to them and I was not a fan. The salmon spread was pretty good though. On the chicken fried streak, it was massive. However, I think it needed make gravy. And my eggs were supposed to be over easy but one of the yolks was busted during cooking which should not be sent out like that.

My fiancé proposed to me at Tara Vineyard and Winery in Athens, Texas, and it was nothing short of…read morea dream come true. We originally booked a cabin, but after running into an unexpected wasp issue, the staff immediately upgraded us to the estate--the stunning white building in the middle of the vineyard. It was absolutely breathtaking, and we ended up having the entire estate to ourselves. Truly once-in-a-lifetime. Also dog friendly!! Our sweet doggies had a blast. Every single staff member went above and beyond to make our stay unforgettable. They were warm, accommodating, and genuinely cared about our experience. The chef's food was phenomenal--hands down some of the best food we've ever had, not just "good for a winery," but genuinely incredible. A special shoutout to Kevin, the bartender, who took it upon himself to come back after the proposal to take photos for us. That small act of kindness meant the world and helped us capture memories we'll treasure forever. The estate itself is unbelievably beautiful, peaceful, and romantic. Between the vineyard views, the exceptional service, and the unforgettable proposal, this place will forever hold a special place in our hearts. If you're considering staying here, celebrating something special, or just want an extraordinary experience--do it. Tara Winery exceeded every expectation, and we couldn't be more grateful.

My wife and I tried Tara for the first time for Mother's Day. The atmosphere and ambiance is great…read more The service was ok. The food was disappointing, we both ordered the French toast. We considered splitting a plate as we normally do for breakfast out. However, thankfully we each ordered an entree. Each plate included three small triangles of toast and a spoon of fruit. We each had a mimosa. The meal for two was $147 with the included gratuity. We both left hungry and shocked at the price for what we received. Very disappointed