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    Lowake Steak House

    3.5 (102 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Divey
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Huge steak portion.
    Tammy C.

    My daughter and her family use to live in the area and when I would visit we would come here at least one's while I was in. It has been awhile but I was working in the area and it's one, if not the only, place open on Sunday. What I remember the most is service and KC steaks are great. I was not disappointed. In fact, other than needing a little more salt, I think the steak was better. It was cooked perfect so juicy and omg the portion size. I can eat on this the rest of the week. I sit at the bar because I know it can get busy and I hate taking up a table because I like to take my time. The young lady working behind the bar was also working the floor. She was still fabulous. Her Name was Kelsey and good at her job for sure. The only complaint is the salad bar. It's very skimpy with limited choices so it needs to look appealing and it was a wreck. It wasn't super busy at the time either. I didn't dock a star because the jalapeño ranch made up for it.

    Menu 4-29-23
    Garry H.

    So, me, Glenda, and Susan next door did the shopping thing in Ballinger. I had my heart set on Beefmasters steakhouse, but I got outvoted. Glenda and Susan wanted Lowake. We grabbed a table and ordered KC for three. Lots of meat! The salad bar Is still good and I LOVE the jalapeño ranch dressing. We pigged out and still had a ton of meat left over. Prices have sure gone up, but that's true everywhere. If your ever out in the middle of West Texas nowhere, Lowake is the place to eat! Chow time!

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    Darla I.

    Lowake Steak House has been serving steaks since 1951. They boast themselves as the best steak you'll ever eat. While they have a decent steak, it is no where close to being the best. The steaks are tender and cooked well; however lack any seasoning. They are pan seared so no grill marks or flavoring from being cooked on a grill. Even a flavorful seasoned butter melted on top would add a great bit of flavor, unfortunately, there wasn't any of that either. The baked potatoes were overcooked. Salad bar was self serve and mediocre. The sourdough rolls were good. We arrived at the first part of the dinner crowd and were seated by the hostess that apparently forgot to tell the assigned waitress that we were there. So several tables in our area sat for 20-30 minutes without being waited on and at this time the restaurant wasn't busy., When they finally realized we were there and waiting , some of the last tables to arrive were waited on before those of us that had been waiting the longest. Once our orders were taken, the food was quick to come out and I noticed as the restaurant got busier, the kitchen continued to be fast on getting food out. Overall, it was a decent meal, but probably would make the drive back out to the restaurant, mostly due to the lack of flavor of the steak, especially for a $40 steak. The steak dinner was mediocre at best. The quality of the steak is on point, so with the appropriate flavor, it could be one of the best steaks with a little effort. The restaurant was large, spacious and had cute decorations around, but could be loud if the restaurant is completely full. It's not what I would call an intimate experience. They did have an arcade alley for kids.

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    The steak was good and plentiful but it's really a 3.5 star review. We didn't have anything that would make us go out of our way to return.

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    Great garlic taste on the steaks - steak order for two is really enough food for four.

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    We always order the KC steak for 2 and it is enough for 3 with some left over to take home.

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    Perini Ranch Steakhouse - Slice of medium-rare ribeye perfection

    Perini Ranch Steakhouse

    4.3(437 reviews)
    44.7 mi
    $$$

    Perini Ranch Steakhouse is outstanding!…read more The 16-ounce ribeye was excellent. The beef quality was superb--thick-cut, tender, juicy, and perfectly seasoned without overpowering its natural flavor. While the edges were cooked slightly beyond medium due to the uneven cut, that's a very minor critique. The grilled asparagus was delicious, and the green chile hominy was absolutely amazing. Overall, I would give Perini Ranch Steakhouse a 98 out of 100. The food, atmosphere, and quality were exceptional, making it one of the best of the steakhouses I've experienced.

    I left Perini Ranch Steakhouse disappointed, especially given all the hype and glowing reviews…read more We were seated outside at 5 PM when it was about 95 degrees. The outdoor seating consisted of old wooden tables and benches that were uncomfortable, and the heat alone made it difficult to enjoy the meal. To make matters worse, we spent the entire dinner fighting flies. The steaks were around $50 each, and honestly, they were underwhelming. They lacked seasoning and flavor, especially for the price point. I've had better-seasoned steaks at Texas Roadhouse and Outback for roughly half the cost. The sides were equally disappointing: bland, uninspired, and forgettable. The bread pudding was decent and was probably the best part of the meal. Overall, the combination of uncomfortable outdoor seating, excessive heat, flies, and mediocre food made for a frustrating experience. I had heard so many great things about Perini Ranch Steakhouse and expected something special, but it simply didn't live up to the reputation.

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    Hitchin' Post Steakhouse

    Hitchin' Post Steakhouse

    3.9(229 reviews)
    94.6 mi
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    Started off with a warm greeting from Shauna who also provided us with excellent service. The…read moreatmosphere was RUSTIC and truly Texan - a place where everyone knows your name. We came on a Friday and it was lively - people ready to have a good time and a great meal. I had the KC steak for one, which turned out to be a generous portion of NY Strip; excellently prepared to a medium rare. My wife had the steak salad. Again a generous portion of steak served atop a wonderful array of fresh greens and vegetables. We finished with the Red Velvet cake which tasted homemade. We will be back.

    I am a Texas girl born and raised! Starting with that statement, my favorite meal is Chicken fried…read moresteak, mashed potatoes, green beans and a bucket of white gravy drowning in black pepper. They had a variety of sized, small, med and large. I went with med! A good CFS, has steak all the way to the end of the crust #1. Crispy fried #2, juicy #3 and a bit of spice in every bite! They met all the marks exceptfor the bite of spice!!!! The CFS was served hot off the skillet. The other items were hot as well. It was large, I can't imagine what the large was like. The vegetables were not a hit. The green beans were unseasoned, and tasted like a can variety, although they had ham in them. One thing I have learned about restaurants is that they cater to their crowd, it looked like many locals passing through. Perhaps less spice was the flavor! Overall food was good and plentiful. The west texas ambiance was delightful. Certianly worth a stop if you are passing through Ozona, TX. I recommend putting a few spices in pocket during you dine !

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    Silver Spur - Mint chocolate chip ice cream cake ($6.99)

    Silver Spur

    4.9(22 reviews)
    52.9 mi

    Silver Spur is FANTASTIC! I visited on a whim when driving through Menard (most places were closed…read morebecause it was Easter but they were open) and had the best experience... service was great, food was delicious, portions were huge, and price was reasonable. FAST FACTS: * Parking - some spots right out front * Closed on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday * Check their Facebook page for events, specials, and more PRICING - The total was $50.65 after tax ($4.52) but before tip for an unsweetened tea ($2.79), chips and queso ($9.19), grilled chicken sandwich ($12.19), chicken fried steak ($19.49), and mint chocolate chip ice cream cake ($6.99). I think the pricing is VERY reasonable for the food quality and portion size. CHIPS AND QUESO (8/10) - Fantastic appetizer for the table to share for cheap! You get a mound of thick tortilla chips (or pork rinds), a skillet of green hatch queso topped with some fresh pico, and a smaller side of a thick salsa. I'd order this again! GRILLED CHICKEN SANDWICH (9/10) - Massive sandwich with a huge pile of shoestring fries (or tots) on the side. The bun is fluffy and nicely toasted, the grilled chicken breast is seasoned well, and you get fresh spring mix, tomato, pickles, and onion piled on top with honey mustard. I'd order this again! CHICKEN FRIED STEAK (10/10) - One of the best chicken fried steaks we've had! It's a huge portion of steak (8 oz) topped with peppered gravy, two sides of your choice, and a roll... everything was seasoned well, fresh, and delicious! I'd order this again! MINT CHOCOLATE CHIP ICE CREAM CAKE (9/10) - The desserts vary but this ice cream cake was fantastic! The level of mint was perfect and it was a good size piece to share at the end of an already very filling meal. I'd order this again! Honestly, there was nothing I didn't enjoy at Silver Spur! Obviously I'm not a local (you can tell it's the type of place where everyone in town hangs out) and just happened to stumble across it while traveling through but I will 100% stop by again when I'm in the area! Absolutely fantastic and filling meal for a very affordable price with those hometown Texas vibes that are always appreciated! Special shoutout to our server, Dana, who took great care of us from start to finish!

    Small town charm, huge Texas welcome!…read more We took a drive down to Menard from San Angelo to have lunch at the Silver Spur with friends from San Antonio! We were blown away by this awesome western saloon gem, from the moment we walked in we were treated like royalty thanks to Cierra! From the saddles hanging on the wall, to saloon doors in the bathroom, beautiful black-and-white photos of old Texas, the attention to detail is outstanding! It's worth the drive to Menard to hang out in this very special place, make sure you stop by and say hi to Cierra! She was the best part of our lunch- above and beyond service!

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