Diners' Choice: Best Service restaurants in East Texas

OpenTable

Updated April 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!

Native Son Family Restaurant

5.0

5 (59)

$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.

Top review

marcelyn

Dined 3 days ago

We took friends tonight that had never been to Native Son and they loved it as much as we do! We had the strip and the red fish, always delicious! The service was great and the vibe was big city fun yet intimate. If you haven’t been, just GO!

Heritage East at Culture ETX

4.9

4.9 (508)

$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" for our Heritage Pork Chop) and Food Network Chopped featured Chef Lance McWhorter. Locally raised steaks, chops, chicken, wild game, seafood, handmade pastas, all served from an open kitchen that is right in the dining room. Lunch (Tues-Fri, 11-3) is standard fare and first come first served seating.

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 daily. 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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Karen

Dined 3 days ago

Food was great, service wonderful, a hidden gem in downtown

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4.8

4.8 (430)

$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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OpenTable Diner

Dined 1 day ago

Waiter was awesome all dishes and drinks was superb. ,

X Bar Steakhouse

4.6

4.6 (608)

$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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ShaneVIP

Dined 1 day ago

We come here almost every Sunday after Church and have a pretty large group (8-11). We love the food options… brunch or lunch and the food is always excellent and the staff is always friendly and helpful. Thank you for always making our experience great!

Verona restaurant

4.7

4.7 (395)

$30 and under

Italian

Texarkana

About the restaurant

Located in historical downtown Texarkana, Arkansas.
Verona Restaurant brings the finest food and wine to the area.

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William Kay

Dined on Mar 30, 2025

Great food, service and enjoyed overall experience.

Dakotas Prime Steak & Chop House - Tyler

4.7

4.7 (1226)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Tyler

About the restaurant

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.

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BuddyVIP

Dined on Apr 14, 2025

Enjoyed the food, great wine selection and very attentive wait staff.

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Popular dish

Filet Medallions

Los Pinos Ranch Vineyards

4.9

4.9 (165)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Pittsburg

About the restaurant

At Los Pinos we strive to make the best wines possible from grapes grown in our vineyards, but never do we lose sight of just having fun. It's why Los Pinos Ranch Vineyards was designed to be a haven where people can connect, relax, decompress and enjoy our award-winning wines and fine culinary creations.

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Ron

Dined on Apr 12, 2025

Great anniversary dinner at one of our favorites East Texas wineries.

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Experience

Beaux Atkins Live Music

III Palms

4.6

4.6 (198)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Tyler

About the restaurant

Steaks, Wine, Elegance
III Palms is the best kept secret in Tyler! Welcome to the new standard of dining!

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NatalieVIP

Dined 2 days ago

This is the second time we've dined at III Palms and it again was amazing. The food was exceptional and the service was impeccable. The waitstaff was very attentive, in addition to the managers on staff. We will absolutely dine there again!

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Experience

Wine & Martini Happy Hour at III Palms

Blackhawk Creek Grill

4.6

4.6 (45)

$31 to $50

American

Tyler

About the restaurant

At Blackhawk Creek Grill, we serve fresh-to-table classic dishes. Our passion lies in creating a unique culinary culture carefully crafted from the freshest ingredients. Our full menu can be enjoyed in our indoor dining room, full bar, or the outdoor porch seating that overlooks the stage.

Don’t forget to look in the viewing window at our Aquaponics system, and browse our General Store featuring local artisans and treats. Come and experience the blend of local charm, traditional flavors, and fresh ingredients. Your table is waiting, and we can’t wait to serve you at Blackhawk Creek General Store and Grill.

Reservations are highly recommended for Friday and Saturday nights!
An event calendar can be viewed on our Facebook page. https://www.facebook.com/blackhawkcreekgrill

Top review

Meghan

Dined 3 days ago

We love coming to black hawk for dinner and lunch! It’s the best steak I’ve ever had!

The Grove

4.6

4.6 (1656)

$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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Tina

Dined 2 days ago

We love the food at the Grove. It is always fresh and prepared perfectly

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