Something Different

4.3 (168 reviews)

InexpensiveBreakfast & Brunch, American, Desserts

Open • 8:00 am - 9:00 pm

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They do honor the restaurants name it's definitely is something different!! Not so good. I always review comments and pictures post by reviewers to make sure I pick the right place to eat for my family . The good reviews are deceiving! [[HIGHLIGHT]]The place it's ok from the outside , but it's not so nice inside, the bathroom is so bad ( smells horrible )[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The food not so good at all. We Had crisp chicken salad, chicken fried chicken it was dry and over cooked . Service was good and locals love the place. Shocking!!!

Courtney C.

Found this hidden gem on yelp and so glad i did! we will be back and next time ill bring the whole family- im surprised i hadn't seen it because ive certainly driven by it many times. Its a small local hole in the wall with great homemade food. We simply got our food to go so we could eat it in the car. I tried the reuben sandwich and it's very good- you can tell they butter the bread- it's nice and toasted really perfectly. I thought the chips would just be bagged but they are clearly homemade and delicious. the kids meals are great priced and comes with a drink. We got the kids catfish. We got two desserts to try at home and i took a few bites of the coconut cream and wow it was great- i plan on now getting my holidays pies from here!! you can also buy the entire pie or do by the slice- i'll call ahead and get some for thanksgiving and christmas. The staff were super friendly. definitely give this place some business!! Excited to try different things next time!

Patty melt with sweet bun and seasoned fries

Nate J.

When you first step into Something Different, you definitely understand why they have that namesake. The decor is hilarious, certainly not your run-of-the-mill atmosphere. For example, they have a sign that says "complaints button," and it's a mouse trap. We thought that was very cute. The sassy atmosphere put a smile on our face from the second I walked in. We were immediately greeted by a server and told to sit wherever we wanted. The furniture is clearly worn in, but I think it added to the charm of the little cafe. The menu is fairly small, only a few pages. This is extremely smart of them both business-wise and quality-wise, because it means that they can get food out quickly and the cooks can perfect these dishes rather than trying to perfect a hundred of them. And I would personally always rather go to a place that has a few dishes that are perfect rather than a hundred that are so-so (looking at you, Cheesecake Factory.) The menu is mostly beef-based items, though there are a few chicken/fish items. If I recall correctly, there is a page dedicated to burgers, a page dedicated to sandwiches, then a few other pages that had miscellaneous items on it. My partner doesn't eat red meat, but there were enough options that he felt like there was enough to choose from for him as well. We aren't vegetarian, so we didn't look for those options, but they may be more limited. I ordered a patty melt, but I subbed the bun for a sweet roll for a small upcharge. I was told the chips were made in-house, but I opted for seasoned fries for a small upcharge. I will likely get the chips next time. My partner got the chicken wrap with regular (unseasoned) fries. The staff was very, very attentive. I was pleasantly surprised, because we came in only about an hour from closing. I would think that the staff would be tired and not as motivated to give excellent service at that point. But we were consistently waited on and our drinks were never empty. The food came out after a reasonable amount of time. We both LOVED the food. Like, really, really loved -- and we can be picky about food. When I asked my partner again just now what he thought of the food (the next day), he said it was awesome. I had never had a sweet bun with a patty melt before, but it was truly amazing. The seasoned fries were so good that I ate them all, which never happens. I usually leave food on the plate if I think it's so-so. We opted for dessert as well. The waitress began to try to recite the dessert menu from memory, but she pulled out a long piece of paper that had all of the desserts on them. She was nice enough to read them all out, but my partner and I were like, "okay, that was so many items," and we couldn't remember already, haha. So, she kindly left the piece of paper with the desserts on them with us. The desserts list was surprisingly extensive. They are all made fresh in house. There were about 10 different cakes to choose from and 10 cheesecakes, I believe. There were also another couple of random items that I don't remember (maybe cobbler or something?) I got the dark chocolate chip cake, and my partner got the key lime cheesecake. When I asked him again just now how he liked the cheesecake, he said it was "really, REALLY good." He is almost never that enthusiastic about dessert. My own portion was HUGE, especially for the price I paid. I ate about a third of it and took the rest home to eat. It was by and far the best cake I've ever had. That was probably the biggest shocker, that the best cake I have ever had came from a little diner down the road that we hadn't had a chance to stop into until now. I'll definitely come back for my birthday and get a whole cake. The waitress kindly gave us to-go cups on our drinks and brought me a to-go box for my cake. Despite it being so late and near closing, we never felt rushed out -- which is another unique thing, because the rare times that we do eat close to closing, the staff usually tries to not-so-subtly hint that we need to leave. All in all, this will be our new go-to place. We live very close, and I can't wait to come back again. And the cherry on top is that the food is EXTREMELY affordable, especially post-COVID when it feels like everything went up in price. I would highly recommend any locals or anyone passing through to give Something Different a try.

Very C.

Loved this country diner! Sassy waitress and great food! The place was full of personality! Recommend!

Dan S.

Me and my buddy were working on his property in Buffalo. Working all day we were looking for a hardy meal. We located this restaurant and it was amazing! It felt like I was eating at a friends house, everyone was friendly and greeted us. The female waitress was also friendly and seemed happy to be working at this establishment. The restaurant had a good vibe to it, it seemed like I was home. The sweet tea was amazing and I ordered hamburgers steak with fresh jalapeños! It was outstanding but then pepper were spicy . Finished the meal, attempted to have some of their homemade cake and brownies but I was done. I'm definitely coming back and trying their chicken salad sandwich ! Lots of people were ordering it and it looks delicious. This was a good old place, love TXS!

Laura A.

Wasn't really sure what I was in the mood for so I opted for a turkey melt. OMG it was SO yum!!! The cheese was so gooey and the amount of turkey was perfect! The sweet potato fries were good, though I prefer them a little thicker. It's a quaint little diner with friendly staff and I can see why the locals like coming here. Next time I plan on saving room for dessert.

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Truly something different. Great breakfasts and trio medley of salads. Made to order hamburgers & home-cooked meals. Great prices, excellent service. read more

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A hidden gem that you don't want to miss!! They make it fresh and from scratch and it doesn't take that long. Don't miss out on the delicious desserts made daily. We had the Oreo chocolate cake and gobbled it up before I thought to take a picture. Staff is also super friendly. read more

Something Different - Buffalo Joe sandwich (I added pickles). The sandwiches came with Ruffle chips for free (menu didn't let us know this). - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Fairfield, Texas

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We stopped by while in town. First time eating here. Service was nice and friendly. Small cafeteria-diner type place. Not sure why it's called "Something Different" when it's like all the other places around. Lol. We ordered a cheese burger, a chili burger and onion rings. Both burgers came with chips. The cheese burger was over cooked and looked like the meat was cut in half and the cheese was put on the meat to cover it up. The bun was fresh. Burger meat just wasn't appetizing and over cooked. The chili burger was ok. Onion rings were definitely the best thing we ordered. They were hot, fresh and crunchy! Yum! If we ever came back we would order the onion rings again. read more

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Something Different - Cheeseburger with chips - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Fairfield, Texas

Something Different - Cheeseburger. I added extra mayo since it the meat was overcooked and dry. Not sure why the meat was cut in half when it was served. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Fairfield, Texas

Something Different - Chili burger and onion rings - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Fairfield, Texas

Something Different - Part of the menu - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Fairfield, Texas

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Looking for something local while traveling in the area and this was a fantastic find! We had the special, which was steak fingers that night - really good, large portion - daughter and I should have shared 1 dinner instead of each getting one. My son got a burger that was huge and delicious too. My more adventurous husband got the Fanny Plate and loved it too. Great service too, even being short staffed that night. Splurged for a couple of fantastic homemade desserts (buttermilk pie & Oreo cake) that were worth it too. read more

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Don't judge a book by its cover. The service was fast and friendly. The food was DE L I C I O U S. I would definitely stop here again. I was wondering "what was going to be different about this place?". Well that got answered quickly! The food really was delicious, I am talking about shut up and eat good. I got the Buffalo Joe which was a ginormous chicken breast fried to perfection and the doused in buffalo sauce, served as a sandwich with all the fixin's. I don't know where you went wrong in life but I promise if you stop by Something Different you are moving in the right direction! read more

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Gale W.

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Had a late lunch with my two sisters here. Had the catfish dinner special and it was awesome! Service was superb as I was a bit chilly but didn't think and requested iced tea. As the waitress was walking away she overheard me talking to my sisters about how silly I had been and next thing I knew she had returned with a glass without ice! They also brewed a pot of coffee as we were leaving and one sister wanted a cup to go. Needless to say we left a great tip and will return to Something Different! Oh and we got two pieces of cake to go and can't wait to try them! read more

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INCREDIBLE! We live in Waxahachie and would drive 1 hour just to come back here. The food was just delicious. The adult grilled cheese on grilled sour dough, melted cheddar, grilled tomatoes and bacon....dear Lord...added Turkey and they weren't stingy. Had the best smoked flavor. The burgers have that homemade taste, fresh vegetables and delicious buns. Buttered and toasted to perfection. Seasoned crinkly fries were yummy. Desserts are fantastic. Everything clearly made with love. These gals in here know what they are doing. So glad we stopped by this little gem. Spreading the word to all our friends and family back home who pass through to stop by this place. Shame on anyone who gave this restaurant less than 5 stars. Hell even down to the sweet tea/ice, mmm mmmm! Keep.up the good work and see you guys soon. read more

Something Different - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Fairfield, Texas

Something Different - Grown up grilled cheese, added Turkey and seasoned fries. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Fairfield, Texas

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Liz W.

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something different could be called something wonderful! Great service, great food, great, desserts!! Consistent!

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Stopped in for dinner as we were passing through town and really enjoyed our experience! My husband got the Turkey Melt and loved it. I tried the Rueben and thought it was really good. Their french fries were also so so so good! We also tried the chocolate cake (which was good not great) and then the coconut cream pie which was so delicious! The service was so friendly and fast--it definitely must be a local favorite because the place was pretty much packed the whole time we were there. Happy we stopped! read more

Something Different - Coconut cream pie! Super yummy! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Fairfield, Texas

Something Different - Rueben! So good! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Fairfield, Texas

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The French Dip and Reuben were fabulous. The service is nice and friendly small-town atmosphere. However, the desert takes it to the next level. Highly recommend on a trip to Houston! read more

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The food is great, the desserts are heaven, but the charm of this little diner comes from the girls that run it.

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Loved it here!!! Food was AMAZING and love the small town diner feel! Armadillo burger was amazing fried pickles were crispy! And the fried okra was cooked to perfection! Buffalo chicken fries were the perfect amount of spice and flavor! Amazing atmosphere! I can't say enough about this place! read more

Something Different - Buffalo chicken fries. AMAZING! Obviously husband couldn't wait to steal a bite! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Fairfield, Texas

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Good food. Amazing homemade desserts! The coconut cream pie was the best I have ever had! Would definitely go back. read more

Something Different - Amazing Coconut cream pie. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Fairfield, Texas

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Trisha R.

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My family of four all had hamburgers, the regular cheeseburgers, Santa Fe burger and mushroom burger, all were great, the kids ate every bit! Sweet potato fries were awesome! Food was not greasy like a lot of places! read more

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Terri J.

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It wasn't bad; I just think the name was wrong. There's really nothing different about this place. Yes, it has some desserts, but they weren't "wow" desserts. I had a baked potato and it was fine. They were out of most desserts so my kid got a cupcake and it was a little dry. Overall it's fine, but not anything extraordinary. I just read the owner's response. While I can appreciate the dessert situation, all those things listed as specialty items they serve were not on the menu I looked at. Why not ask servers to promote some of these different things? Not a bad place, just not what I expected. read more

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We hate to hear you were disappointed our name was pick 30 years ago.…

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Melanie A.

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We where looking for a place to eat on are road trip. This dinner had good reviews and was easily assessable from I 45. And it was busy The food was great home style not to grease love it!!! The service was really good the ladies very friendly. Will definitely stop by again. read more

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First time here and it was great. Had the buffalo fries and they were yummy. I order their special which was a meatloaf sandwich with a side of mash potatoes. Thumbs up. My husband got the spicy Joe burger thumbs up. My daughter got chicken strips. Biggest chicken strips I have ever seen lol. But it was great and really good prices. read more

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Angie J.

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Wonderful food and great staff. We eat there often and have never received anything but wonderful meals.

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Ginger P.

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Eating lunch here was like stepping back in time to my granny's kitchen The food was the wholesome, homemade variety that used to be standard fare but has become a rarity. My husband and I both had the daily special: steak fingers, gravy, mashed potatoes, green beans, toast, dessert, & a drink. Everything was delicious and the portions were man sized! Usually, there's something that I would tweak in a meal or a dish I think could be improved. Not so here. My only regret (besides the calories that were well worth it!) is that I wasn't hungry enough to clean my plate! The service was very friendly and fast also! Even with a tip included we spent less than $20 for two of us. You can't beat great food at a great price! read more

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I love the old style diner type place. Service was very good. Food was a bit on the bland side (I had the rueben but came with no sauce). Overall good read more

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Stopped in for dinner based on the reviews around 7pm on a Sat night. The food was ok for what it was, a chili cheese hamburger and a hot ham sandwich with chips (for the price I would expect fries) a water and a ice tea $15.01. The place was filthy and did not look like it had been cleaned all day. The waitress was nice, and the service was good. Although the other waitress was loudly discussing her personal life with someone else with lots of profanity. We finished our meal as fast as we could, paid and left. We won't go back. read more

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Jan S.

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Turtle cheesecake made by Sandra. To. Die. For. Bar none. Best on the planet. Now that I know it's here, I will be making special trips from Dallas just for the cheesecake!! Update: Family owned and operated. Half love to cook, half love to bake. And thank goodness for each because they do it all so well! read more

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Stopped in on the way back to Dallas from Houston. This place has lots of options to choose from for a restaurant with 10-12 tables. Food was fresh and quick. Tables are for small groups- We had a group of 6 adults and 1 kid and there was not a table for all of us so we had to sit in 2 booths across from each other but that was ok. I ordered the chicken fried steak. The fried okra, onion rings, and sweet potato fries were my favorite sides. White gravy was tasty, especially with the Texas toast dipped in it. Portions were good size. Our server was sweet as pie- speaking of pie, we didn't get to try any because we were so full. I did see a giant piece of chocolate pie at the table of a "regular" that looked amazing. read more

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Myrna H.

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Took a chance because of the good reviews and so glad we did! Husband got the hamburger and said it was excellent. I had the fried catfish which was a huge amount and had a delicious flavor. We are usually more disciplined and skip dessert, and even though we were stuffed their homemade desserts were just too tempting so we brought some home. We travel 45 frequently and am so glad we tried this little diner. We will definitely be coming back as often as we can! read more

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Kathy M.

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We stopped here for a light lunch. We split the Hot Johnny sandwich and the sweet potato fry. The sandwich was warm and delicious, served with a chipotle sauce. My husband said the sweet potatoes were the best he has every had...thin, hot and fresh. read more

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Great LITTLE spot in Fairfield! Yes the place is small, but they accommodated our school group perfectly! I had the fried chicken salad and it was really good, it could have benefited from some onions and a thicker or richer ranch dressing, but the chicken was great. Others is the group said the cheeseburger and the chicken fried steak were really good too. I also had the blueberry cheesecake and it was in the top 5 of my life. I would definitely come back! read more

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Kraig L.

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The cakes are super great!! Service is good ! Great place to eat lunch!! Will be back soon!!

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Lori B.

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Really good food and the staff are very friendly and attentive! Great prices too we will go back again

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Chad I.

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This restaurant was a pleasant surprise on our way from Houston to Dallas. It was a nice small town diner and everything was great. My wife and two kids, as well as myself, all enjoyed our meals. If you are in the area, please stop here and give your money to the locals. You will really enjoy your food as well as the service. read more

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Food was good but honestly the most impressive thing about our visit was how hardworking all of the staff members there were. They were polite and nice but every one of them was hustling. Especially liked the tall waitress, funny lady. Great stop on a long trip for sure. read more

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People are so friendly and the food was excellent! The burger was great and the chicken Buffalo cheese fries were awesome!! read more

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Sandra B.

Thank k you for your review!!

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I had lunch there today while traveling for work. The people that work there are very friendly, the food was very good and everything about the experience was just perfect. I would highly recommend this little place to anybody traveling through Fairfield Texas. read more

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This is a super tiny place with limited seating. However don't judge a book by its cover!! The staff were absolutely fantastic and their food was super fresh and so good. My daughter enjoyed her chicken wrap and my salad with grilled chicken was simple and so fresh. Their ranch dressing that they make homemade is definitely one of the best I have had! I did see all kinds of homemade deserts but I didn't have a chance to try any of them however they did look amazing! If you are on the road and needing a quick bite to eat this definitely is the perfect place to escape the fast food stops and get a fresh and delicious homemade meal! read more

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On our way to Houston from Dallas stopped and absolutely fell in love. Servers are so sweet and the food is excellent. I had a hot johnnie and was one of the best sandwiches I had in a long time. My friend had buffalo chicken fries and was enough for two. Daughter had steak sandwich and loved it as well. They also have that good ice... deff a must stop!!! You won't be disappointed read more

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Great, friendly service. Our waitress was very knowledgeable about the menu. Food was hot & fresh, tasted great and was made to order *special order, even* without complaint. Clean restrooms. Reasonable prices. read more

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Joe D.

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Food was excellent and the cook was friendly. waitress was rude. We had breakfast. I almost walked out the door without paying. partially my fault and the waitress that never gave us a bill. She could tell by my accent i was not born in texas. Then started giving me the Texas women you dont want to mess with lip. i told her Texas was better with me here. itwould be much better without her. read more

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Good sandwiches. Quick service. Right off the freeway. Wide variety of choices... They have a fridge full of homemade desserts that will rock your world. read more

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Really liked this small cafe. If you are coming up I 45 in Fairfield stop here for lunch. The Reuben sandwich was to die for. Hamburger was delicious. Catfish was good. Service was great. read more

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Quick stop on our way home to Kansas from Houston. This is a hidden gem. Conveniently located right off the exit, you'd be a fool not to stop in. Had the Hot Johnnie sandwich with sweet potato fries. Hot and delicious! Yummy chipotle dipping sauce as well. Service was happy and helpful! AND, several homemade desserts that are made fresh daily! read more

Something Different - German Chocolate cake and Raspberry White Chocolate Bundt cake. Heavenly. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Fairfield, Texas

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Sandra B.

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Richard J.

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Roadside diner that was clearly not ready for their 7AM opening. Waitstaff was friendly. Eggs and sausage ok but biscuit a throw away special from a box or freezer. Excellent hash browns. read more

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690 W US Highway 84
Fairfield, TX 75840
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(903) 389-3022
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Hours

What time does Something Different open?

Something Different opens at 7:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.Something Different opens at 8:00 AM on Saturday.Something Different opens at 11:00 AM on Sunday.

What time does Something Different close?

Something Different closes at 9:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.Something Different closes at 4:00 PM on Sunday.

Mon-Fri 7:00 AM - 9:00 PMSat 8:00 AM - 9:00 PMSun 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Something Different take Bitcoin?

No, Something Different does not take Bitcoin.

Does Something Different take credit cards?

Yes, Something Different takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Something Different have catering options?

No, Something Different does not have catering options.

Does Something Different serve alcohol?

No, Something Different does not serve alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does Something Different have TVs?

No, Something Different does not have TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Something Different have bike parking?

No, Something Different does not have bike parking.

Does Something Different have outdoor seating?

No, Something Different does not have outdoor seating options.

Does Something Different have parking?

Yes, Something Different has parking options.

Other Amenities

Does Something Different have free WiFi?

No, Something Different does not have free WiFi.

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Specialties

Homemade cakes, pies, cupcakes and brownies with home style cooking and daily specials with a touch of southern charm

History

Established in 1985.

The building started out as a Pit Grill when it was bought out by the original Something Different Restaurant owner. Who kept with the diner style food made from scratch and added homemade cakes and pies to the menu. Close to 30 years later the owner decided to retire and closed the restaurant then the baker who has baked here for almost 30 years reopen the restaurant and continues to bake all the homemade desserts to this day. The diner has always been family ran with strong traditions. We are all very close to our customers with our family dining atmosphere. We hope y'all come in and see for your self and experience what a small town diner can have to offer.

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Sam's Original Restaurant

On the way back to DFW from College Station we stopped at Sam's on Sunday, 3/8. I was so glad we…read moredid!! This place has an absolutely amazing lunch buffet! The salad stuff was fresh and the dressings were all good. On the hot side of the buffet they had chicken friend steak, ham, turkey and dressings, bbq brisket and friend chicken. Everything was excellent! The sides were all great. I imagine their homemade pies are amazing but I was too full to try any of them! I will 100% be back anytime I am nearby!!!

My dad has been coming here for years, I believe this was my first time…read more My dad went for the buffet, and I ordered a la carte. First, the service was excellent, I believe our server was named Presley. Very kind, always checking on us and keeping our water and tea full. On the buffet, my dad enjoyed the salad he had, but was surprised at the little variety offered that day. He said last time he was there with my brother there was more to choose from. He then got the fried chicken, which was greasy and barely any chicken on the thigh. I tried to find a drumstick but it was just breasts, thighs and a few wings. He did like the chicken fried steak and mashed potatoes. As for the fried okra, you have to eat it fresh. It is sitting under a heat lamp just makes it soggy and slimy. I ordered 4 vegetables a la carte which came out to be as much as the all you can eat buffet. First, their onion rings are OUTSTANDING! So is their homemade ranch. What was disappointing was the green beans, they definitely came out of a can and were heated. At $3.99 I expected fresh. There may have been a small piece of onion in it. Not sure if that was how it was cooked or if it fell in from another dish. The black-eyed peas were tasty. I also had a cup of the chicken corn chowder which was good. However, there was pieces of cubed chicken in it which also made me think that it was a prepackaged soup and not homemade. My dad got the coconut cream pie, which tasted good, but could have used more coconut then just on the top. He wanted bread pudding or peach cobbler, however at the time of day we were there, they had been picked over way too much, not leaving much for anyone else to enjoy. I did like the selections in the gift shop and purchased a tea towel before we left. I always like to try a place 3 times so I may stop in and try something else. Again, great customer service.

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Cooper Farms Country Store

Great place to visit if you enjoy fresh local fruit and a welcoming atmosphere. The staff was…read morefriendly and helpful, and everything was well organized. Looking forward to coming back again. Try the peach ice cream!

Cooper Farms is the best place to stop by after a long drive! It is a fun spot that isn't busy like…read moreother gas's stations. The store feels like walking into a family reunion with all the homemade goods that grandma brings and wine with relatives. Overall, the store felt warm. Cooper Farms had samples of their fruit wine, jams, and salsa out for those who were intrigued by the interesting flavors, like the peach salsa. My friend tried out the white peach wine and said the wine went down smoothly and had a delicious taste that could be dangerous if you are not counting how many glasses you are having. We ended up buying 3 bottles of wine ($22 but buy 2 or more get them for $20 each), a peach ice cream, and a peach milkshake for the road. Cooper Farms had stands of baked goods like pumpkin pie, pecan pie, peach cobbler, and so much more. The store opens up to multiple tables of snacks when you walk in and a jam/ salsa wall on your right. Food Review: Peach Ice Cream (5/5) I would recommend this to anyone who walks through the doors. I was expecting a sorbet peach but was surprised to taste cinnamon and a nutty flavor in my ice cream. The small portion was enough to keep me full for the rest of our roadtrip back to Houston. Peach Milkshake (5/5) The peach milkshake are for the drivers who can't active scoop and eat ice cream. The milkshake was just a blended version of the ice cream. It was a perfect to-go drink if you wanted to try their ice cream but need to focus on the road. Overall, I would love to come back here with family and have them try the ice cream. Next time, I would like to try out their baked goods. 10/10 would recommend!

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Across The Street Diner

Excellent in every way!! We stopped there on our way to Lake Charles, and it was a great…read moreexperience. The food was hot, delicious, and very fresh. The wait staff were all friendly and welcoming. It was a great experience all around!!

Everything This in quaint old part of town…read moreOld fashion diner with soda fountain A bistro is next door Sandwiches large and home made soup very good Service very attentive

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Bailey's Cafe

4.5

(79 reviews)

49.5 mi

Almost everything is home made. Hamburger buns , all of the baked goods , tortillas. Huge…read morehamburgers! Great chicken fried steak. I have loved everything I have eaten here. I am local and come here often.

Food was good, our order didn't come out quite correctly but it was good overall. We went with some…read morefriends after church and we enjoyed it! The ambiance can be kinda loud but the service was on point the whole time! 9 out of 10 10 of 10 if the order was made right!

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Callaways Coffee & Bistro

We took off on a Sunday drive to Athens taking every FM road we could. The drive is a hilly…read morebeautiful relaxing experience. We went as far as Lake Athens to the Athens Boathouse Bar and Grill (which we knew was closed), to check out the location. We tooled around Athens just enjoying the Sunday. Having been to the Fisheries and the Botanical Garden before, we were looking for a different place to stop. A quiet offbeat place with food and sweet treats was what I had in mind. Callaways Coffee and Bistro popped up as a little house with adorable photos and lovely reviews and off we went. It was perfect. They have REAL FOOD here. I tried to reproduce the menu, but seriously they have pages of breakfast, salads and sandwiches. And COFFEE, of course. I had this amazing 100% Angus patty Cheeseburger - an enormous perfectly cooked patty. ($9.95) My husband ordered the Ragun Cajun, a spicy Chicken breast on ciabatta that he loved. ($9.95) They still had pie, blondies, cookies and assorted yummy sweet treats under glass. I had the Buttermilk pie with a Tender crust and totally delicious filling! ($2.75) Our server was a terrific young man; personable, helpful and a good cook! We had a good time. The bathroom is Unisex and clean. There is plenty of seating. We sat at a regular dining table, but there are plenty of tables for two or three in addition to chairs and sofas. Most parking is street side. I'm looking forward to coming back!

The food and service were top notch, the jazzy music was fun, and all in a comfortable quirky…read moreenvironment! I really enjoyed it!

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The Whistlestop

Returned to The Whistlestop for the first time in a long time. This was my first visit since…read morefinding out I am allergic to gluten. The staff was incredibly helpful with finding things that I could have on the menu. Our server was very willing to ask the chef any questions I had about ingredients and sauces. You can get any of the pasta dishes they can make them with gluten free pasta upon request along with getting any handhelds on a gluten free bun. I landed on the Poke Bowl, I subtracted the aioli and ponzu because they were not gluten free. I removed the picked ginger out of my personal preference. To replace the sauces I removed I asked for a cup of their apple vinaigrette and it paired incredibly well with everything in the bowl.

Food could have been better. Cold just wasn't good…read more Waitress was accommodating and replaced my food since it was cold. It was disappointing because it was extremely slow had one other couple in the building so it wasn't busy. Not a great 1st visit impression. This visit was in Trinidad Tx

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Mita's Coffee House & Fine Foods

Super cute coffee shop in downtown Corsicana. Lots of seating and a lovely fall menus. I tried the…read moreapple cinnamon chai from the fall menu because it was iced and it is the only way I can sneak in fall when it's 99+ degrees outside. Luckily the coffee shop was air conditioned. I also saw a menu for food and a couple of customers eating, so I'm sure the food is just as good as the coffee selection

If you like coffee and are visiting downtown Corsicana, this is the place to go to. They have a…read moregreat variety of coffees and desserts to chose from.

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Bird's Egg Cafe

Food was good, service was efficient and friendly. Pricing was fair. Atmosphere was a little too…read morepacked for my preference. We did go on a Sunday morning, around 10, so we expected it to be full, but the way the tables are arranged you're practically sharing a table with your neighbor and there is no room to walk or space to have even a remotely private conversation. Asked for straws which were handed to us in no wrapper, so that didn't sit well with the germophobic me.

Eggcellent food! Had the waffles and they are big and fluffy. Coffee was fantastic tooread more

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The bird theme even continues in the restroom...

2 eggs over easy with ham, hash browns & toast

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Country Cafe

So glad this place has reopened…read more My wife says her Tuna Sandwich was DELICIOUS!!! As for my Chicken Fried Steak Sandwich, the absolute best I've ever had. Crunchy, moist and full of meat.

They just recently reopened! Ate there today…read more. It was SO GOOD. Great Menu,Service,Food

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Walker's Cafe

Passing through and loved the whole experience. Friendly staff & true home cooked meal. The chicken…read morefried steak was truly legit. Definitely recommend for a great meal if in the area.

Food = AMAZING! Service = Wonderful!…read more We stopped for lunch and it didn't disappoint! We will be back.

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Cooper Farms Country Store

Great place to visit if you enjoy fresh local fruit and a welcoming atmosphere. The staff was…read morefriendly and helpful, and everything was well organized. Looking forward to coming back again. Try the peach ice cream!

Cooper Farms is the best place to stop by after a long drive! It is a fun spot that isn't busy like…read moreother gas's stations. The store feels like walking into a family reunion with all the homemade goods that grandma brings and wine with relatives. Overall, the store felt warm. Cooper Farms had samples of their fruit wine, jams, and salsa out for those who were intrigued by the interesting flavors, like the peach salsa. My friend tried out the white peach wine and said the wine went down smoothly and had a delicious taste that could be dangerous if you are not counting how many glasses you are having. We ended up buying 3 bottles of wine ($22 but buy 2 or more get them for $20 each), a peach ice cream, and a peach milkshake for the road. Cooper Farms had stands of baked goods like pumpkin pie, pecan pie, peach cobbler, and so much more. The store opens up to multiple tables of snacks when you walk in and a jam/ salsa wall on your right. Food Review: Peach Ice Cream (5/5) I would recommend this to anyone who walks through the doors. I was expecting a sorbet peach but was surprised to taste cinnamon and a nutty flavor in my ice cream. The small portion was enough to keep me full for the rest of our roadtrip back to Houston. Peach Milkshake (5/5) The peach milkshake are for the drivers who can't active scoop and eat ice cream. The milkshake was just a blended version of the ice cream. It was a perfect to-go drink if you wanted to try their ice cream but need to focus on the road. Overall, I would love to come back here with family and have them try the ice cream. Next time, I would like to try out their baked goods. 10/10 would recommend!

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2 years ago

This diner was a total lifesaver on our Dallas to Houston slog! Forget the fast food chains - this place serves up real, honest-to-goodness comfort food. The service was so friendly. Burgers were solid, Jo's spicy chicken was flavorful but a bit dry, and the chicken wrap was fresh and filling. Even the kids' meal was a hit! For a mere $5.50, little ones can get a burger, grilled cheese, or tenders - a steal! We took our food to go, but to maximize your road trip time, order ahead for pickup. read more