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Heritage East at Culture ETX
Price: Very Expensive•Contemporary Southern•4.9(527)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
Price: Very Expensive•American•4.9(451)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!
High Hill Farm
Price: Very Expensive•Contemporary American•4.7(101)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.III Palms
Price: Moderate•Steakhouse•4.8(236)Upscale restaurant offering steaks, cocktails, and live music in a cozy setting.
Los Pinos Ranch Vineyards
Price: Expensive•Steakhouse•4.7(177)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.Dakotas Prime Steak & Chop House - Tyler
Price: Very Expensive•Steakhouse•4.4(1,239)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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- EedVIPDenver / Colorado •5 reviews5.0Dined 2 days agoMy wife really enjoyed luch and Jordan’s service was great Wish 12 had better gluten free choicesMore infoTwelvePrice: Moderate• American• Tyler•4.5
- NNancyLas Vegas •1 review5.0Dined 5 days agoOne of our favorite places to dine and always enjoy the food and atmosphereMore infoThe GrovePrice: Expensive• Southern• Tyler•4.7
- RRobertEast Texas •19 reviews5.0Dined on Jun 26, 2025Took 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.More infoHigh Hill FarmPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary American• Tyler•4.7
- KKimberlyEast Texas •8 reviews5.0Dined on Jun 6, 2025Food and service were great. DJ was my server! Nathan did a great job with getting drinks out!! I initially only came for happy hour drinks and food but ended up getting dinner to go! The lucky penny was very tasty, not my typical favorite, however very refreshing!! I ate my salmon Oscar this morning for breakfast. Food was STILL fresh and flavorful!!More infoSaltgrass Steak House - LongviewPrice: Moderate• Steakhouse• Longview•4.9
- 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 - LongviewPrice: Moderate• American• Longview•4.1
Discover East Texas
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.
Frequently asked questions
Dog friendly restaurants in East Texas include Blackhawk Creek Grill, Texas de Brazil - Tyler and The Grove
Child friendly restaurants in East Texas include Twelve, The Grove and Texas de Brazil - Tyler
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