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Heritage East at Culture ETX
$$$$•Contemporary Southern•4.9(645)Newly relaunched on 10/29/24 as "Heritage East," on the beautiful square in Downtown Tyler.
Modern East Texas cuisine by award winning (Cochon 555 "Prince of Pork," Texas Bucket List "Bite of the Season") and Food Network featured Chef Lance McWhorter. Locally raised steaks, chops, chicken, wild game, seafood, handmade pastas served from a kitchen that is right in the dining room! Lunch (Tues-Fri, 11-3) is standard fare, no reservations accepted. Brunch is 10-3 Saturdays and Sundays, reservations available.
We have an exceptional sommelier driven wine program, and our speakeasy bar The Plaid Rabbit is open to the public, happy hour is 5-7. Check in with host to access.
Patio seating available for reservations, indoor replacement seating may not be available for reservations interrupted due to inclement weather. Reserve at your own risk. Due to the small size of our dining room, no high chairs or room for strollers is available.
Service Disabled Veteran Owned Business (SDVOB)Prime 102
$$$$•American•5(553)At Prime 102, we create an experience worth sharing. You can visit us to enjoy our stunning historical Art Deco era atmosphere, professional service and unmatched cuisine. Our steakhouse in Tyler, TX provides an exciting and varied menu for dinner and lunch. Come have an elegant dinner, birthday or anniversary celebration, quick lunch or a craft made cocktail in our Corner Bar. Prime 102 also has two beautiful private dining areas for special occasions or corporate events. If you need a larger space you can also have the entire restaurant for a grand experience! *Please know that there is construction in front of the restaurant, limited parking and no valet. Free parking is available in the lot at the rear of our building after 5:00 along with a back entrance to the restaurant.
Serenity Ranch
$$$$•Steakhouse•4.9(18)At Serenity Ranch, every guest is invited to discover the simplicity and warmth of rustic living, beautifully intertwined with touches of elegant comfort. This unique East Texas blend of class and comfort is the essence of our vision, creating a haven for those of us that long for serenity.
The thoughtful expansion of this operational ranch has led to the creation of Serenity Ranch Table, a revolution in comfortable, elegant dining. Meanwhile we continue to improve on our hand-built stables, full-in-the-face roping arena, and exploring this history-rich land, innovating while also preserving the soulful connection every person who sets foot on the property cherishes.Twelve
$$$$•American•4.7(230)Modern American dining in a relaxed setting with a notable selection of wines, beer, and cocktails.
Dakotas Prime Steak & Chop House - Tyler
$$$$•Steakhouse•4.7(1,261)Dakotas Steak House is ranked one of America’s #1 steakhouses and for good reason. Our steaks are USDA prime, our portions are big and our drinks are stiff. We’ve been in the same location in Tyler for over 10 years. Our servers are experienced and professional. Our wine list is carefully designed, and the drinks are well prepared.Los Pinos Ranch Vineyards
$$$$•Steakhouse•4.6(226)At Los Pinos Ranch Vineyards, we're passionate about crafting exceptional wines from grapes grown right in our own vineyards-but never at the expense of a good time. Our property was created as more than just a winery; it's a peaceful retreat where guests can relax with a glass in hand, savor delicious meals at our on-site restaurant, explore unique finds in our tasting room and gift shop, and even stay awhile in our charming vineyard cottage. Whether you're here to taste award-winning wines, enjoy a romantic dinner, take home a little piece of Los Pinos, or escape for a weekend getaway, our vineyard is your haven for connection, decompression, and a whole lot of fun.
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- JJonathanDallas - Fort Worth •3 reviews5.0Dined 2 days agoI asked our lead server to surprise me with something interesting. She brought out the chile relleno with some carne asada on top. It was amazing. That will be my new go to. The trainee Kai did a great job too. She answered questions and was the perfect balance of available if we needed something but not overly so. She will be a great addition to the already great staff.More infoJavi's$$$$• Mexican• Tyler•4.5
- KKatieDallas - Fort Worth •1 review5.0Dined on May 20, 2026Great food and drinks. Amazing service as well. My scallops were perfectly cooked and the cream brulee was chef's kiss.More infoThe Grove$$$$• Southern• Tyler•4.5
- PPeggySan Diego •2 reviews5.0Dined on May 18, 2026TWELVE is my favorite place to eat in Tyler. I’m excited that my town, Longview, is getting one!More infoTwelve$$$$• American• Tyler•4.7
- TThadGoldPittsburgh / Western PA •228 reviews5.0Dined on Nov 10, 2025This was a relaxing and enjoyable place plus the food was good...More infoSaltgrass Steak House - Longview$$$$• Steakhouse• Longview•4.4
- RRickLas Vegas •4 reviews5.0Dined on May 11, 2025They did a very good job, especially on a busy day like Mother’s Day. Food was excellent. They even gave all the moms an embossed wine glass! Nice little touch :)More infoBJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - Longview$$$$• American• Longview•4.1
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East Texas is known for towering pine tree forests, friendly people and local interpretations of classic Southern food. Most East Texas barbecue places aren't fancy, but they offer some of the most famous slow-cooked meats in the nation. Steakhouses are known statewide for serving well seasoned quality cuts of locally raised beef and hearty sides alongside wines produced at East Texas wineries. Tex-Mex food is a local favorite here, and authentic Mexican food is prepared and served in restaurants that have been in the same families for generations. They feature fresh ingredients, handmade tortillas and strong margaritas. Locally owned Italian restaurants and pizzerias are also common across the region.
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