Probably one of the best meals I've had in Lufkin or any of the surrounding areas. What a great…read morehidden gym. Wonderful food and great service.

Not only was the food great but the service and attention was outstanding. The shrimp and grits…read morewas outstanding. Staff was readily available for recommendations on what was on the menu

Go there hungry. Everything was delicious and fresh and cooked perfectly. Great staff.read more

Great place to eat a reasonable price Southern still buffet. Great entrées and lots of different…read morevegetables. Dessert, salad, all you can eat. Take the family or go by yourself everybody is welcome, it's a good place to eat. Waitresses always ready to help and serve. Just a good place to eat at lunch during the week and lunch and supper on Friday.

I was visiting some friends in the area and stopped in since it was the closest restaurant…read more From the outside, I wasn't sure what to expect but once inside, I was impressed The atmosphere was lively with lots of patrons at the bar, and everyone seemed genuinely engaged and enjoying themselves. The staff were fantastic. Friendly, welcoming, and super informative. Once they found out I was from out of town, they even gave me a tour of the place, which was awesome. They have a huge venue in the back that's very, very impressive Perfect for events or gatherings. In the front, they've got billiards and a shuffleboard table, making it a great spot to hang out beyond just dining. I had a couple of beers and ordered the quesadillas and a burger to go both were excellent. The bartenders were awesome, and the owner was on-site, clearly invested in both his team and ensuring every guest feels welcomed and taken care of. I'd only planned to grab my food to go but ended up staying well over an hour chatting with everyone This place is a hidden gem with a great vibe, great food, and even better people. Highly recommend if you're in the area!

Thisnis for thier First St in Downtown Lufkin Location…read more We always give a place two visits just in case the first visit was a fluke. Our first visit we ordered wings and pizza. The wings were pretty good but the pizza was cold. This visit everything was unbelievably slow. It didn't seem that busy. The music was so loud that we couldn't hear the waitress, nor could she hear us without leaning over the table. We ordered the BBQ Pizza and the Brisket Nachos. When we got them they were cold. We told the waitress about it and asked for to-go containers so we could leave and heat the food ourselves. We just didn't want to be there anymore. We got a brief sorry about that and our check. I can get over a long wait for food, but not if you give me cold food. That being said, the pizza did taste pretty decent. However, it seemed a bit meager for a meal portion. I would have considered it an appetizer. I want to like the place and I want to encourage locally owned eateries. But you have to bring your A game.

The family pack of chicken tenders and broccoli and rice casserole is the best! It was ready on…read moretime!

Cheddar's -- A Family Favorite Worth Returning For!…read more This was such a great spot to spend time with family! We came in as a party of nine, and the service was absolutely fantastic. I'm not sure if it was because we went on a Friday for lunch or if their service is always this quick, but everything moved smoothly and efficiently. One waiter, in particular (I wish I had caught his name), was excellent -- attentive, gracious, and clearly proud of his work. Let's Talk About the Food! We started with the croissants and honey butter, and let me tell you -- they were amazing! I would come back to Texas just to have those again. Even after we'd let them sit for a bit, our waiter surprised us by bringing another heated plate, fresh and drizzled with that golden honey butter. It was such a thoughtful touch! For my main dish, I had the steak with broccoli casserole. The casserole brought back memories of my grandmother's recipe -- warm, cheesy, and full of flavor. It felt like a little bite of home. The steak was cooked and seasoned perfectly, and my tablemates couldn't stop talking about the ribs and green beans, which are must-tries if you go. Atmosphere & Overall Experience Since we came during a slower time, the restaurant was mostly empty, so I can't comment too much on the full dining atmosphere. But based on what my family (who are regulars) shared, it's always a friendly, family-oriented environment -- the kind of place where you can relax, laugh, and enjoy good food together. If you're ever near a Cheddar's, definitely check it out for yourself. Leave a review and let me know what your favorite part of the meal was -- but don't skip those croissants! They're worth the trip alone.

Delicious chicken fried steak, (I had gravy on the side) and appreciate the generous portion sizes…read more Crisp okra and fresh, crisp fries. The staff was friendly with good service, and dining room was clean with nice art and quiet environment. They are now located on Hwy 69 - easily accessible.

Delicious food, especially the chicken fried steak, and the chicken fried chicken Friendly staff,…read moregood service, (especially Olivia) and the beautiful, clean dining environment

One of the best Chicken Fried Steaks I have ever had…read more Very popular with locals. Dine in or carry out. Great food and excellent service.

Best burger joint in all of East Texas. It's dangerously close to my house so I'm always around to…read moreget the bacon cheese burger, with tater tots of course. Always perfectly cooked. Some of the best fried fish I have ever had and they have many great daily specials for super cheap. Plus, you get a slice of cake with them. If you are going to the lake for the weekend it's worth the trip to eat here.

Great food. Definitely smells like they live in an ashtray. It's like a non smoker kissing a…read moresmoker, often tastes like an ashtray. That is the best way to describe the smell of this place.

We stopped here on a motorcycle ride. We were with quite a few people so I think the bar got a…read morelittle overwhelmed. Some of the food orders took awhile. I didn't get food myself, but ate off some other people's plates and just ordered beer so I can't comment much on the drinks or food. The food portions looked pretty big though. Ate some of my friend's nachos. It was a big plate piled with everything you'd want topping nachos. They were good. It was hectic with the ride and everything so I didn't get a lot of pictures or anything. They had a band playing that was entertaining. Some people were dancing. Wouldn't be a bad place to stop in if you're out in the area.

Mediterranean Chicken Dinner: fresh, bright and tasty…read more Turkey and dressing special: it's ok. Service: fantastic.

This was our second breakfast spot to try in Lufkin, and overall it was pretty good. The place…read moredefinitely has an older feel, but it was clean inside. We were able to sit wherever we liked, and our waitress came by within about 30 seconds. She was super sweet, took our drink order right away, and returned promptly to take our meal order. The breakfast rush was still in full swing, but everything seemed to be running smoothly, and there were clearly plenty of regulars. Our food arrived in about five minutes, which was great. I got the three eggs and bacon with grits and biscuits. The eggs were scrambled just like I asked, the bacon was on the hard side, and the grits were pretty plain--but once I fixed them up, they were fine. The biscuits were delicious. My wife ordered the two eggs and bacon with hash browns and toast. They forgot to add the cheese she requested in her eggs, and her bacon was also pretty hard, but she enjoyed the hash browns and toast since both were cooked well. All in all, it's a solid spot for a quick breakfast, and we'll definitely give them another try--especially since it's close by and has a warm, inviting feel.

Good good good prices very good customer service. Just a real neat place to visit…read more Great menu choices.

The food was underwhelming. I ordered the. Chicken fried steak, onion rings and Mac n Cheese. The…read more"fried" was super thick and soggy. It was so bad, it was thicken than a flour tortilla and as soft as one. Then there is the "steak " which was bland and cardboard like. I have the feeling that this particular menu items is not freshly made; it has to be a frozen one and just warmed up. The fried mushrooms were good, but a little seasoning in the flour would help boost the flavor. Man n cheese was ok, onion rings were blah. The water was very refreshing.

I feel like I have to give this place 5 stars. The food is 4 to 4.5 (so far) but the fact that it's…read moretiny, local, family run, everything made from scratch just pushes it up that extra notch. Chicken fried chicken was juicy and properly seasoned and the best we'd ever had. Ditto for the green beans and the okra. She wouldn't tell us what she puts in the green beans, but it's some combination of bacon grease and magic, I swear. The okra was fresh cut, fresh battered, fresh fried, unlike every other place I get it where you can tell it's out of a bag. Hot water cornbread was ah-mazing. I only wish I had honey to slather on it along with the butter. White gravy was fantastic, with just a hint of sweetness we couldn't quite put our finger on. Chicken fried steak and mashed potatoes were delicious, but also the only things I can say were on par with some of our other favorites. Prices are extremely reasonable. And the service is as down home and personal as you would expect at a place like Sylvia Mae's. But don't expect quick delivery of your food. Everything is made to order and it takes time, so settle in and be patient. We will definitely return here as often as we can when we are in the area.

Occasionally you stumble upon something truly special. This unassuming small business is exactly…read morewhat you want it to be. It is a meeting place, a comfort zone, a haven of good nature and community. The food is simple and good. The person providing the food is honest and real. This establishment is a lifeline of stability in an otherwise downtrodden neighborhood. THIS is the reason we have yelp...to discover and highlight businesses that actually deserve recognition. Sylvia Mae's is all of these things and more. Go visit...manage expectations and enjoy the moment. There aren't many places like this left.