Diners' Choice: Best Service restaurants in East Texas

OpenTable

Updated June 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants with the best service in East Texas? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

High Hill Farm

4.7

4.7 (101)

$50 and over

Contemporary American

Tyler

About the restaurant

High Hill Farm's secluded location makes it perfect for a Romantic Fine Dining experience. Our contemporary restaurant filled with local art will delight you with fresh farm-to-table creations, some from our garden just steps from the kitchen. Each item on the menu is designed to both entertain your palette and satisfy your hunger. With our cocktail creations and extensive wine list, you're sure to find the perfect pairing to your meal. Indulge your taste buds with wine from our vineyard and a unique dish designed by Executive Chef Ryan Dove.

Top review

Robert

Dined 7 days ago

Took my daughter here for her 17th bday. We had an excellent experience and everything from the service to the filet, was flawless. Loved the ambiance and the modern flare, this place is truly a hidden gem and I believe as word gets out, more people will check it out and add this trendy restaurant to their list of restaurants to visit; we did.

Native Son Family Restaurant

4.9

4.9 (70)

$30 and under

American

Canton

About the restaurant

Step into Native Son Family Restaurant in Historic Downtown Canton, TX. Fresh off the success of the award-winning "Feathered Friend Chicken", Ryan & Maxine Sumner introduce their "Love Letter to East Texas." Native Son comes to life through authentic Southern, Cajun, & Texan Food. Our menu captures the essence of the East Texas Region, from the Southeast Texas Gulf, through the Piney Woods, to the Post Oak Savannah in the North; offering unique dishes rooted in family recipes that celebrate East Texas' rich cultural tapestry. Alongside these heartfelt meals, discover a full bar with late night hours: We proudly serve craft cocktails alongside a thoughtful & intentional selection of fine beers, spirits, and wines; ensuring your evening can continue as long as you desire. Whether you're grabbing a Burger & a Lone Star at the bar, an intimate date, or family dinner; experience the convergence of tradition & taste with a plate of legit East Texas Food at Native Son.

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KenVIP

Dined 7 days ago

This restaurant is a gem! Awesome food and worth a visit for a fantastic experience!

Heritage East at Culture ETX

4.9

4.9 (526)

$50 and over

Contemporary Southern

Tyler

About the restaurant

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)

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AshleyVIP

Dined on Jun 21, 2025

Always a good time. Food is so good. Kyle always takes such good care of us and James is always spot on with his wine suggestions. Looking forward to next time!

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Deep Fried Bread Pudding

Prime 102

4.9

4.9 (450)

$50 and over

American

Tyler

About the restaurant

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!

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JohnVIP

Dined 6 days ago

We ate the Shrimp Creole Pasta with peppers and it was genuinely delicious. Very filling for a lunch entree. We could have split it for sure. We also enjoyed the grilled salmon on the bed of veggies. I thought the salmon was as a little salty but I don’t use much salt. Maybe an adjustment could be made. The Caesar salad was very nice and came with the baked cheese and anchovies. Also recommend the Butter cake with ice cream. Nice touch for sure. Coffee was on point. We will return. .

III Palms

4.8

4.8 (234)

$30 and under

Steakhouse

Tyler

About the restaurant

Upscale restaurant offering steaks, cocktails, and live music in a cozy setting.

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JonVIP

Dined 2 days ago

3rd try at III Palms. Best experience yet. Food was great. Drinks were great. Our server Logan was great.

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Experience

Celebration Cake Experience

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Wine & Martini Happy Hour at III Palms

Saltgrass Steak House - Tyler

4.8

4.8 (64)

$30 and under

Steakhouse

Tyler

About the restaurant

Saltgrass Steak House is an award-winning steakhouse famous for serving Angus Beef steaks. Each steak is cooked to perfection with Saltgrass-7 Steak Spice, and topped with garlic butter. All breads, dressings, soups and desserts are made from scratch daily. Great food and legendary hospitality make Saltgrass an enjoyable experience for the whole family.

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Ronald

Dined on May 11, 2025

My wife’s filet was just as she liked them cooked. My ribeye was cooked to perfection! The server was attentive. The manager was as well. The salad was fresh and crisp! We split a piece of carrot cake…. Wow is an understatement.

Los Pinos Ranch Vineyards

4.7

4.7 (175)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Pittsburg

About the restaurant

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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Gary

Dined 5 days ago

Patio was hot - need more fans and air movement. Food was good and our server (Brittany) was excellent, as usual.

Rick's on the Square

4.7

4.7 (190)

$30 and under

Comfort Food

Tyler

About the restaurant

Rick's menu is a culinary variety you'll find nowhere else!
Certified Angus Steaks; Market Fresh Seafood; down Home Comfort Food; House Made Desserts; Vintage Wine. Premium Cigars on our beautiful open air Patio.
Full Menu served until closing.
Best Steaks in Town and a Fresh 8 oz. Certified Angus Beef Burger to die for. Fresh Salmon; Redfish; Shrimp; Oysters on the Half Shell; Calamari and more. Fried Chicken; Chicken Fried Steak; Meatloaf; Turnip Greens; Purple Hull Peas; Mashed Potatoes and more. House Made Soups, Salads and Sandwiches.
Over 40 items under $20.
Happy Hour Monday through Friday.
Free Secure Wireless Internet.
Rick's is over 20,000 square feet with Private Meeting Rooms with LCD Projectors and screens available for up to 200 guests.
Complimentary Valet Service.
Live Music Thursday through Saturday on our Patio.
Catering on and off premise.

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Arlene

Dined 5 days ago

Food was exceptional. Service was impeccable. Enjoyed the experience

The Grove

4.7

4.7 (1685)

$31 to $50

Southern

Tyler

About the restaurant

The Grove Kitchen & Gardens is a brand new concept located in Tyler, Texas about one-hour East of Dallas. Out here you will find rolling hills, wide open pastures and warm, and neighborly locals! The Grove was built on one key ingredient: a strong passion for family and food. Come join us at The Grove and be one of the first to put down their roots in Tyler!

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DanielleVIP

Dined 4 days ago

Food and service was amazing. We brought out of town guest and the outdoor patio was a great place to catch up.

X Bar Steakhouse

4.5

4.5 (622)

$30 and under

Steak

Texarkana

About the restaurant

When we set out to bring X- to Amarillo, we made sure that quality and excellence would be at the core of everything we do. With each bite, each drink, and each smile you will experience the X- way. It is something you can expect every time you join us and dine as our guests!

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Valentin

Dined 4 days ago

We enjoyed our experience. Will be definitely going there again!

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