I have zero pictures of our food to offer up because we ate it all. Quickly. Listen, DO NOT SLEEP ON THIS PLACE!! The food (we had the chicken stir fry and the shrimp and cabbage, and the fried mushrooms) was beyond delicious!! My husband says phenomenal! The bartender is a sweet, adorable young lady who had the whole place laughing. The drinks were so delicious and the Perfect Margarita was, indeed, perfect!! We came at about 3:00PM on a Saturday, just intending cocktails and appetizers, but this is my new favorite restaurant in town! read more

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Food, vibe, service, price was great! 10/10 would recommend. Don't think because it looks like a little "hole in the wall" from the outside that it's not good- it's the opposite and I've already ordered take out (wings) multiple times since then. Do yourself a favor and Go! read more

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The food was really good. It was a nice little ambiance with not a lot of people but just overall a little slow on service. Not too bad though but my main complaint was just the amount of little bugs flying around. Soooo many! Landing on our food. Worries me about the cleanliness. read more

Went to watch the football game--they opened early and we got there about 15 minutes after open. We ordered food and an hour and a half later, we still had not received it. We inquired about our food, the waitress went to check, and came back to apologize. She said the kitchen had not received our order due to a system reset (other tables around us were getting their orders). She let us know that we were a priority and the kitchen told her they'd have it out in 10 minutes. Almost 30 minutes after that, we were still without our lunch. We asked to just get the check for our drinks, paid for those and left. read more

Sariaha is an amazing bartender and you should be so lucky as to served intoxicating beverages by this charming young lady. Great relaxing ambiance and more than amazing food. Stop by for lunch or a quick beer! read more

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This place has easy access from a major road and it has ample parking. But, wow, it was not what we expected. We came here because of the keto friendly options on the menu. That being said, we thought it might have a health food type vibe, it does not. The vibe is 70s dive bar. I drink wine, when I asked for a wine list (because there was no wine listed on the menu that was for the bar) our server asked what I like and said they have a house white. The good news is the glass cost $2.50,, the bad news is that it wasn't very tasty. The keto sweet and spicy burger was good, the smoke house burger was great, the salad with fried chicken was excellent and the kids grilled cheese was nice. One of us had a couple of cocktails that were so so, we would return for the food, but not for the drinks. read more

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I've had many good meals here in the past. This one was disappointing. I ordered the lunch house salad and grilled chicken wrap. The portion size was surprising, even for a lunch menu. Not much food at all. The house salad had cucumbers, which I do not eat. Didn't see any in the menu picture. The wrap had fried chicken instead of grilled, and was mostly tortilla. I had to ask for the ranch dressing, but it was good once I got it. Bobby provided excellent service, and the robot food delivery was interesting. I'll be back, but not for lunch. The atmosphere was nice, but the music was a little loud and annoying. read more

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Food is always tasty. Drinks always perfectly made. Service top notch! It's a great place for quiet date night!

A Lubbock staple, have dropped in since the day they opened and I'm still thoroughly impressed with food, drink, and (perhaps most importantly), staff. read more

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Chef knows what he's doing. Food is exceptional. Ambiance is good. Service is really good. They've made it. Opened through Covid and got it done. Great place. read more

So the 1st time I came here I was so impressed. The food was great and drinks were good. This time, the service was terrible and the drinks were made wrong. When I complained the waitress said she still had to charge me for that drink plus the new one. The only thing on the menu I came for wasn't available and the energy during this visit is the reason I won't be back! read more

Love the food, atmosphere is very fun on Friday nights when they have live music. The servers were all nice and I would certainly recommend the Chicken Fried Steak! read more

Good food for after concert at cactus theater. Service was good,too. Ambiance was good with many people having fun.

Truly one of the best burgers I've ever had -- the Texas Smokehouse burger, I believe. Everyone was kind. There were regulars at the bar, giving this gem a welcoming neighborhood feel. read more

Went here for a celebratory meal. Left frustrated. Arrived well before their 7 PM Happy Hour cutoff. No one greeted us or came by for 15 minutes. We showed her it was still before 7:00 and ordered drinks. She assured us we would get happy hour prices even though the "bar clock" runs 30 minutes ahead. When the ticket arrived, not a single drink was the correct price. (Manager wouldn't correct either...said they go by "bar time" so just know they lie and Happy hour ends closer to 6:00.) They were out of choice one and choice two menu items. So I ordered choice 3 and wasn't impressed. Imagine stir fry with no rice. Checkout process took over 20 minutes so I missed exercise with my friend. They also advertise 50% off for teachers....but that's only lunch. I use to request to go here a lot but won't after tonight's experience. I hope they get it back together soon. Wasn't worth over $50 and all the frustration. read more

This is not hyperbolic, this is the worst place I have been to here. The website menu doesn't match which is fine to shrink the menu to make it better but it's terrible. Fried broccoli "breaded" in some sort of almond breading but it's more boiled in grease. Awful. Then the gumbo. Dude took a can of Swanson, some scrapes of chicken, and dumped it over rice with some green onions. Literally broth over some really good sausage. There are no redeeming qualities of this place. It's dirty, the food is garbage, and the drinks are meh. If there were half star it would be a stretch. read more

I've been there a few times and this will be one of the regular places we go for lunch or dinner. Staff is good and attendant. Food is just simply excellent. If you haven't tried it you're missing out. read more

Stir fry with chicken and cauliflower rice was really good! I would order this again! read more

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Good food and incredible prices. Their daily specials are on point. Service has always been good.

My wife and I have stopped in here about 5 times now. Every time the employees were nice and stayed busy taking care of customers. They have a pretty good draft beer selection, and it is always cold. There are lots of very unusual cocktails too, which is a lot of fun. We have tried a wide variety of their menu items and have not had anything we were unhappy with. It seems like older folks have discovered this place as a large percentage of the clientele are older than 50, with a few middle-aged folks and a very few college aged. The atmosphere is very relaxed and comfortable. It is nonsmoking but they do have a patio where I bet smoking is allowed. read more

Went in for lunch. One table occupied with two ladies at it. I sat at bar. Bartender was very friendly. She brought a menu and a beer I ordered. Then disappeared for 10 minutes! When she finally came back I told her that I needed to order. She said ok let me finish this. )I think she was washing salt shakers) I waited another 3 or 4 minutes. Then she takes my order. A lunch special: salad, chicken tenders with fries. Brings out the salad fairly quickly, but it was another 20 minutes for 3 chicken tenders and about 8 fries. I finished and now bartender was in the back. I've been there close to an hour by now and need to get on with my day. I have to walk to the back and tell her that I needed my check. She comes out and gives it to me, pay and I'm gone. Fair price for decent food , nice atmosphere and very pleasant staff but I can't screw off over an hour for a piddly little lunch that I shoulda had in 15 minutes tops. Lack of attention to the customer was definitely an issue read more

This place was a new and awesome place but lately has been more about owners and management than customers !! Sorry to say and really need to improve !!! read more

Nats flying everywhere. Been here 1 hour and no refill! One other table than ours! Waitress rude and very short with us. I guess she is working tables and kitchen. She has been gone since we ordered. First plate hit the table to last plate to make it to table 10 minutes half the table done eating when the other half of table got there food. Still no refill. I'm guessing cook coo d one plate at a time. read more

I really want to give this place more stars. The food was good but I didn't get what I ordered. I ordered blackened catfish with crawfish sauce and I was served fried catfish. I was supposed to get mashed potatoes and maque choux , what I got was French fries and some sort of tartar sauce. The service was very slow but it was busy. The waitress brought me a side of mashed potatoes but they were awful. Our waitress was very sweet and the food we got was good. I just wish it didn't take so long and that we got what was ordered. I would try this place again, maybe it was just an off day. read more

Excellent menu with delicious and affordable lunch prices, Keto options, and a great variety. We tried the Chicken Nachos on Bell Peppers which was so flavorful and delicious. We had the Potato Soup and Salad lunch combo which was very tasty. My husband enjoyed his chicken wrap and Caesar salad. Absolutely will be back. Service was a bit slow, but very friendly. The ambiance is very nice and relaxing. read more

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Great food, great keto options. Good people and atmosphere. Staff helps with options to improve your experience.

Came in on a weekday evening. Food and service were okay. I'd give it another try and order something different. Next time, I'll order wine instead of the cocktails. They seemed hit or miss. read more

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This is one of the best places to go in Lubbock. This place really lives up to its name "Sanctuary" as if you need anything more than that! I love coming here to relax after a long day. The staff and owner are so welcoming and not only to me but our children too. Our kids actually ask us to come to the sanctuary, they have amazing appetizers and a great potato soup. The happy hour is also really good! They have an actual variety of drinks to choose from like cocktails, wine and more on their happy hour which makes them pretty unique. I can't say enough about this place it truly is a hidden gem! If you have not been try it out! I guarantee you will not be disappointed. Make sure to ask for Hannah, she is super sweet and is attentive. I love the lighting and the live music they have regularly. Try it out you will be pleasantly surprised! read more

Great atmosphere. Good food. Cold drinks. Lots of Cajun food. Try it....you'll like it. Conveniently located. And near the golf course. Close to Harbor Freight and Capital Pizza. Easy parking. read more

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Started off great with bell pepper chicken nachos and fresh pork rinds. Ended badly with the blackened catfish with crayfish and mashed potatoes impersonally served by a robot and showing up as deep fried catfish with French fries... not even on the menu. When we brought this up to the human server nothing was done to remedy it. This place has potential. Started out as a home run, ended up as a bunt. read more

Ambiance of restaurant was interesting. There are robots that bring out your food. Overall, the food left much to be desired. Far too greasy and limited portions. We got Bang Bang Broccoli (not pictured) and Nacho Chicken Peppers. Our waitress was kind and attentive, yet we will not be returning. read more

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If you have lydiana your service will be amazing. She is the best server hands down! The atmosphere is a cool chill vibe. Amazing food and cool food runner robot. read more

My friends and I love to meet at Sanctuary. We usually order a healthy round of food and drinks and enjoy the atmosphere and the food/drinks there. Their Cucumber Chiltons are delish. This evening with our table of 7 - several of us waited up to 30 minutes to be greeted, and we actually felt bad for the waiter who seemed to be fairly new. Drinks were slow, service was slow and the poor guy was obviously trying his best and he was polite and very nice. However, after being nothing but polite and understanding the whole evening, when the manage checked by when we were leaving, one of the ladies suggested that the young man, and said that while he was trying to be attentive, he could have used some help as there were plenty of servers and the manager seemed to have time on his hands chatting up the bartender and enjoying himself. The manage quickly dismissed my friend's direct, but nicely said, suggestion as if she were a bothersome "Karen" and said they were just busy- without hearing her out or listening or taking her suggestions to heart. He actually turned away while she was talking and walked off. I am tired of the attitude by many that women are not allowed to speak up about service- no matter how nice they are about it. What a judgmental, arrogant manager. If he wasn't being judgmental for those reasons then he still has no business being in charge. Whichever. We have all decided that this won't be a place we care to frequent together again for our outings. Too bad. It was enjoyable other times- but that kind of attitude from a manager on duty is unacceptable- especially considering the majority of the patrons in there this evening, and many times, are women. read more

Just opening so the owners are learning and making everything work smoothly. My fiancé and I went in during their soft opening and the drinks were amazing, fair priced, and the owners were the bar backs and were very friendly and fun. Hopefully this place makes it in Lubbock, it's a perfect bar if you're looking for something not overrun with loud undergrads. read more

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Been here a couple of times now. Their food is very good. Sometimes the service is a little lacking, but that can be said almost everywhere now. We enjoy this place and will be back. read more

Great atmosphere & patio. We were looking for a place to smoke cigars and enjoy a cocktail. The service was great & I ordered a spinach/artichoke dip and bloody Mary. My husband enjoyed smoking his cigar. The service all around was great! We highly recommend this for a casual, relaxing place to enjoy a drink and some comfort food. read more

GO....just go....GO NOW! I cannot say enough great things about this place. The food is phenomenal the drinks are delicious, the service, just amazing, and to top all of it off their prices are extremely reasonable. The wait staff has been incredible each and every time we have been. The owner, Tiffany, is so much fun and makes you feel completely at home. Every item that we have tried on the menu has been fantastic. No matter wat you order, you cannot go wrong. A MUST TRY! read more

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Favorite food is often sold out. Time to get food or a drink from the bar is very long. Bar is small, not much seating. Food is good if you are ok with a long wait. Tried 75%of the menu. I try to pick it up instead of dining in. Live music on Fridays read more

Great place to chill at the bar. Beer is cold and food is excellent!! We are always taken care of when we go there. We have had just about everything on the menu and have not had anything we did by like. Live music on Friday nights. Check them out! read more

Great food, great service. Half price glasses of wine during happy hour . Meaty Boneless wings that don't taste frozen or extra breaded. We got garlic Parmesan spicy. They had just the right amount of heat not too much for me. The entrees were flavorful. Blackened Fish Napoleon was cooked perfectly. Only downfall they didn't have dessert . It's still being perfected. I highly recommend can't wait to visit again to try other dishes. read more

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