The owners are wonderful, the staff are all nice, the drinks are delicious and food is goodread more

Ambiance: fabulous. Loved the live music. Scott and Lacey were amazing and hospitable. A little…read moreloud but not too concerning. Service: slowwwwwww. Our app came quickly but the drinks and food came so slowly. Also between us asking for waters while we look at the cocktail menu was a lot of elapsed time. Food: the steak frites were very salty (and I love salt) but definitely the best meal ordered. The "Mac attack" tasted cheeseless -- literally tasted like water. The chicken Alfredo was "mid" but also a super tiny portion. Both pastas looked like kids meals. I guess they were priced appropriately at least. Not pictured was the Donny burger -- described as "eh it was fine". All left more to be desired. We really wanted to try the cinnamon cake but decided against since service was sooooo slow. The peach tea was bad. The oasis marg was okay. When we asked for wine, we were told "I don't know what we have let me show you" and were shown the screen that listed: white, red, rose, and sparkling. The wine should be listed on the menu with the beer and the cocktails. I'd maybe come again to sit at the bar and have a drink or two if there's live music, but otherwise, this is skippable for a full meal service.

The Whistlestop is great. Food great - service great. A gem in Trinidad. I have no hesitation…read morerecommending the Whistlestop

This place is AMAZING! We had the fettuccine Alfredo pasta with shrimp, and side salad with apple…read morehoney dressing. Blackened red snapper with jasmine rice & broccolini covered in Cajun andouille sauce. With praline cheesecake for dessert. The best meal ever!!!!! The atmosphere and the service is amazing.

We have dined here twice now, most recently for the Prix Fixe menu on Valentine's Day. There is…read moregreat attention paid to all aspects of the food, from the sauces to the vegetables included with your dishes. The menu is unique with a good variety to please every palate. The steaks are great. I had champagne chicken on Valentine's night which was very tasty. My husband raved about his filet. The chocolate mousse was plentiful and perfect. I am excited to have this great restaurant nearby.

I loved this place and must measure my appreciation at least in the $1k range over the years. I…read moredrew attention to the fact that the volume was documented to cause hearing damage or even loss. The manager told me he wouldn't help me and I turned into a jerk. That is why I can't.go back. There were a thousand ways I could have not been a jerk, but I regret I chose the worst actions. That said,, the environment, the staff, the food, and enen management have impressed me time and time again. You should check this palace out. If the volume exceeds healthy levels, please handle it better than I did. You have a right to expect to dine without physical harm but being a jerk is not the right choice.

All I can say is WOW! This may be the best restaurant in Ennis. My husband ordered the steak…read moresandwich, and the moment he took the first bite, his eyes lit up. I had the carbonara, and honestly, it was almost too pretty to eat. The service was a little slow, but it actually gave us time to soak in the atmosphere and admire how beautiful the restaurant is inside. The vibe? Absolutely check. The cocktails were not our favorite, but that definitely won't stop us from coming back to try other drinks on the menu. What makes this place even more special is that it's a true mom-and-pop restaurant sourcing food locally. You really can't beat that. Supporting local while getting an amazing meal is always a win.

I ordered the Steak Sandwich, mid rare, because that's how you ask meat to tell the truth. And it…read moredid. Pink and honest in the middle, warm and willing, bread holding it all together like a good road holding a long drive. Nothing flashy, nothing trying too hard just flavor that knew where it came from and didn't apologize. The arugula salad came sharp and clean, green with intent, that bitter edge that wakes you up a little and reminds you you're still alive. It wasn't there to impress you. It was there to balance things out, like a deep breath between sentences. I drank Earl Grey tea, steam rising slow, bergamot drifting up like memory, like train smoke somewhere far off. It felt right. The kind of tea you drink when you're not rushing anywhere, when the world can spin without you for a moment and that's okay. Fern in the Wild isn't trying to reinvent eating. It's doing something better. It's paying attention. To ingredients. To pace. To the quiet pleasure of a meal done right. I left feeling fed in more ways than one--like I'd stopped long enough to hear myself think. That's rare. That's worth something. I'll be back.

If qualifying as a speakeasy means you're hidden and hard to find then this is truly a speakeasy!…read moreThe only down side is that with the downtown revitalization there's some trash cans overflowing in the back. So enter through Heritage East Culture at ETX. Give them the password if they ask (see social media). Cozy small speakeasy. My wife ordered some kind of S'more marshmallow Old Fashioned and I had a wonderful drink as well. Worth the treat.

so. much. fun! -- I was in Tyler for work and wanted to see what the area had to offer. I stumbled…read moreup in this speakeasy + the locals were so fun and friendly, we ended up chatting for hours! drinks were okay -- for an east texas speakeasy, I expected them to be stronger. I felt like I stepped into a country social club when I entered-- in a good way! The atmosphere was inviting and social, which I loved. I ordered the frog lets and omg! I planned to have some left over to take togo but they weee just too good, I finished them! If work ever brings me back to tyler, I know where to go for a good time.

My husband and I made reservations for dinner, I wish I would have took pictures because the side…read moredishes for you veggies is a lot!! My husband didn't complain. He had the wagyu and I had the cremini mushroom and baby wedge salad. Service was great, no complaints and enjoyed our dinner. We will be back!

I want to be clear that our server was not the issue -- they were professional and trying their…read morebest. The manager, however, was shockingly rude and dismissive from the moment concerns were raised. The food was unacceptable, and the response was a tiny discount that felt more like an insult than an attempt to make things right. I did not come in looking for a handout -- I came expecting a meal that was actually edible and management capable of basic professionalism. Instead, the entire experience was handled with arrogance and indifference. Completely ruined what was supposed to be a special Mother's Day brunch.

Delicious fresh food. Perfectly cook shrimp and grits. Good portions, served hot…read more Sweet Hash with egg and sausage were a treat. Service is good, attentive, friendly. Well dressed professional. Ambiance - my kind of place. Outdoor covered patio with play area for kids. And indoor is pleasant decor. Not overly fussy. On trend. Hidden Gem!!!

Good experience and would go back. We had an issue with an order and the person who I assume is the…read moremanager took care of it promptly and comped our dish. (We had one person in our party not receive their dinner due to a misunderstanding but they handled it well.) The food : The honey glazed salmon was cooked beautifully, and so was the broccolini. Seasoning was well balanced. BUT the rice underneath it was a miss. It was having an identity crisis. Not exactly sure what they were aiming for: Spanish rice ? Mexican rice ? Not a risotto, but certainly mush. The dish could do without this element. The pizza : the crust was more bread than crust. The sauce was good and the cup pepperoni is our favorite pepperoni. If you like a doughy bread type pizza you may like this. We like ours thinner and crispier with a chewy crust. The crust was bland. The Steak frites: order it! Best dish of the night. I would have ordered mine medium rare but I tried my husband's order which was more well done and it was still soft as flavorful. Next time I'm ordering my own and not sharing. The wine: we had a nice bottle of the Chenin blanc. It was aromatic, light and crisp. Everything I expected from a Chenin blanc. Amazing on a hot spring/summer night. They do have a good wine list that won't break the bank! Ambiance: I'm a fan! Dark and moody without being too dark and moody. They had live music and although a little loud for conversation if you're in the mood for a nice night out and don't want to drive to mesquite/dallas this is the place.

Personable, genuine, excellent service. Fantastic atmosphere! Will be back for certain!read more

Great service! Neat place - take the tour! I was looking for a place that made great cocktails…read more Found it!!

After years of restaurants at Chandler's Landing Yacht Club coming and going, they finally found a…read morewinner. My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed our experience at 501, and it's definitely worth checking out. The atmosphere was perfect, and our server, Robert Campbell, was outstanding. He was friendly, attentive, and knew the menu very well. We started with the house salad and split the blackened chicken fettuccine with added shrimp -- absolutely delicious. And the dirty martini was made perfectly. We truly enjoyed ourselves and highly recommend 501 to anyone living in the Heath or Rockwall area looking for a great dining experience.

Service is AWFUL, the restaurant is as disorganized as can be. The menu is frustratingly small and…read moreof 'meh' quality. The location and space are great. It's a shame they are not better.

The food is good but they cheat on the drinks. They served me water instead of tequila. All the…read moredrinks on the table were watered down. So, watch out! I do not understand why they would compromise their reputation with such cheap tricks. I will not come back.

want to love this place...could be great, but wishy washy hours ... excuses excuses excuses! If…read morehours are until 9:00 pm. then if we come in at 8:20 pm you cannot tell us the kitchen is closed! It is summer time on the lake and the hours need to match that!