Restaurants in Abilene
Best Restaurants
“Stopped by for an IPA with our sack lunch on a Saturday. Nice big wrap around balcony with plenty of seats and sunshine. Inside has good amount of seating, as well as a kitchen and espresso bar.”
“Great place to bring friends and family. It's hard to decide between the fried chicken or chicken fried steak. My favorites! Very delicious.Kid-friendliness: They have car seat slings for the baby or highchairs and booster seats for the toddlers. They're good about sanitizing them and promptly bringing them over to your table. Also, as an added bonus, the kids are welcome to request a number of dances that they can perform with the Belle's ladies. Great atmosphere. Fun for everyone!”
“The food is amazing, really. Great portion sizes and seasoned so well that you do not have to reach for any salt or pepper. Service is a bit slow,but it is worth the visit.”
“Fun little nano brewery, directly next to a super great Airbnb (Opa's). Very nice and helpful people working here, she gave me some local recommendations.We had such a fun time, there are some games, snacks, and fun brew flavors. My fave was the pickled beet sour. There was a pretty good turn out for the Thursday night trivia game.Very relaxed atmosphere, had some bags and giant Jenga outside and a fire pit. Definitely recommend this.”
“Great food oh, the menudo is the best in town!! The wait was a bit but once seated, service was good! The huevos rancheros was a hit! It kills me that it's a ways from my residence but, i will be back!!”
Restaurants by Cuisine
“Visiting my old hometown and wanted lunch before hitting the road. Found this place when our 1st option fell through. Arguably the friendliest staff I've encountered in a while. I ordered a club sandwich, my wife ordered the pear salad. Sandwich was fine, nothing special, but she loved her salad. Got the praline scone for dessert, highlight of the meal. Food was very good, but not amazing (menu is limited, but thats standard for small bistros), staff was exceptional.”
“Came to eat catfish and was a little disappointed in the wait but we understood the rush. Kayla made our experience going above and beyond to accommodate our wait. She made the experience amazing......until next time Kayla.... we'll ask for ya.”
“My husband and I were passing through Abilene Texas and was looking for places to eat downtown. Cypress Street Station was rated high so we decided to try them out. So glad we did, it was a wonderful fine! The place was beautifully decorated and the building has been there since the 1920’s , it has great personality! The staff were all so friendly and very welcoming when we arrived. Our waitress was excellent also so very attentive and so nice!! But y’all the food was really really great!! We got to meet the owner and she was really nice too . So my advise to you is , if you are come to or passing through AbileneTexas liked us,take the time to stop by and have a meal with these folks. You will not regret it!! Great experience, great restaurant.”
Restaurants with Delivery
“Xailynn is an awesome server everybody here at dennys are hard worker and are very attentive to what everyone needs have been coming here for years and will continue to come here.”
“We had a wonderful evening of food and service thanks to Ethan. Everything we ate was absolutely delicious. We sat outside and once the heaters kicked on, it was perfectly cozy.Ethan accommodated my request to have our baby's gender surreptitiously revealed on a dessert to surprise our family.So glad we chose Cork and Pint for our dinner.”
“Server was very nice and the soups are super good. Seats were comfortable and the birds in the front before you walk in are a nice touch. The low hanging lights and the fountain they have are great! Sushi was very good as well I have no ”
“Great food great flavor and great customer service it’s hard to find a combination like this in today’s world especially in food service…we will be back soon!!!”
“Best BBQ in Abilene. Love the sausages and pork fat thingeys forgot name everything's been great I've tried just wish wete open for a dinner I'm always working during there open times..keep up the awesome work ”
“Sorry, no pics bec I was Hungry!! The wait was not too bad and the mushroom/swiss burger was hot, tasty and good! The meat patty was thicker than expected and their fries were great! I WILL be back & take pics next time!”
“Good coffee, quick line, and the service was great! I’d recommend it if you have to stop for a coffee but pricing could be a little lower for a traditional coffee.”
“Love this place... my partner and I went for lunch during our busy work day. We were somewhere early for once... got there at 11a. He got a double meat and cheese and added bacon with a large fry. I had a large burger (single meat and cheese) with bacon and a large Chilli cheese fry ?.. it was a lot of food. All of it was cooked when I ordered fresh and the bacon was cooked perfectly! None of that stringy or scorched cr*p. Nice and crispy and so flavorful. Now I know that eating in ur vehicle might not sound so tempting but we're always on the go so we do it a lot. Think I might have seen a picnic table out there but plz don't quote me...Oh n the best part about the whole thing... all of that food was $21... you read that correctly $21!!!!Kid-friendliness: Sitting in a car to eat is only for the braver parents. However, The help is pretty young so I assume they would be great with the kiddos... They are very respectful. The owner of this establishment is doing a fine job.”
“Made a reservation ahead of time. Beer was amazing. Food was amazing. Only thing not very good was the ceaser salad. Lacked a lot of flavor, needed seasoning, more salt in the dressing. Mozzarella sticks were 10/10. Service was good, server was very attentive. Atmosphere was great.”
“Ounce is the best hands down. I have loved everything I’ve gotten on the menu. They are always kind and you can tell they appreciate their customers. Service is good and fast, even on a busy day or time. Their rewards system is the best too. 10/10 definitely give them a try!”
“My first time here. The massive sweet tea in a mason jar was so good. I ordered a blue cheese bacon burger and it was delicious with its homemade bun and huge beef patty. Service was excellent. I wish I had room for their ice cream everyone was eating. I’m going back.”
“Stopped by for an IPA with our sack lunch on a Saturday. Nice big wrap around balcony with plenty of seats and sunshine. Inside has good amount of seating, as well as a kitchen and espresso bar.”
“On 07/16/22, my wife, sister-in-law, and a couple of friends of ours went to Homer’s for the Drag Queen show. We had a great time! I don’t know the names of the servers working behind the bar, but they did an excellent job! It was very busy, and those two ladies were pro’s. Thank you so much for a great atmosphere, great service, and a fun night out.”
“We have been visiting Mary's since moving to the Abilene area over 20 years ago. It is always good, and the people there are always so kind. Services is fast. I love it ten out of ten.”
“Byron and Stacie are the most wonderful people that continually give back to their community. And the food is the best around. We had brisket, ribs, Brussel sprouts and mac&cheese and all of it was absolutely the best.”
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Blue Agave
“This place is GOLDEN! Came here for a late lunch with my folks while I was in town. I wish it could give it 10 stars! Chips are like none I’ve ever had before. I knew this place would be good based off the chips and salsa and queso. Amazing! I had the chicken fajita lunch plate and was very pleasantly surprised at the portion size for the price. Taste was awesome and service was top notch! I will definitely be back when I visit Abilene!”
“Good burgers, good shakes. Reasonable prices, especially if you have the IBuyAbilene app. Trinity was super helpful, made sure she explained all of their options thoroughly. Overall a good experience, will definitely be back!Edit to add: the business card with information about the app was a great touch!”
“We have enjoyed going here for Sunday Evening Service. Everyone is so friendly. They serve a meal before service, then have some great music and singing, topped off with the Word of God and prayers.”
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“This place never ever misses, it’s always always always a hit. So tasty. And the customer service is fantastic. The ladies at the window are always so kind and welcoming. Love this place so ”
“Came to eat catfish and was a little disappointed in the wait but we understood the rush. Kayla made our experience going above and beyond to accommodate our wait. She made the experience amazing......until next time Kayla.... we'll ask for ya.”
“My husband and I were passing through Abilene Texas and was looking for places to eat downtown. Cypress Street Station was rated high so we decided to try them out. So glad we did, it was a wonderful fine! The place was beautifully decorated and the building has been there since the 1920’s , it has great personality! The staff were all so friendly and very welcoming when we arrived. Our waitress was excellent also so very attentive and so nice!! But y’all the food was really really great!! We got to meet the owner and she was really nice too . So my advise to you is , if you are come to or passing through AbileneTexas liked us,take the time to stop by and have a meal with these folks. You will not regret it!! Great experience, great restaurant.”
“Absolutely loved the food. The meat sauce is the best I've dver had. I had Spaghetti and my friend had Lasagna and she loved hers also. Atmosphere got 4 stars because it's small. But we can't wait to visit again when going to Abilene. The staff was so friendly. The only thing we didn't like was the bread because you could barely taste garlic. The pizza's looked amazing so we may try that next.”
“I wish I could remember our servers name. She was amazing. The food was meh and it is always too loud for my taste. My kids love it so I agree to it occasionally. Like everything these days, in my opinion it is overpriced. Always hot and fresh, just boring. The chips are great tho.”
“Walking into this place takes me back…. The food , the decor , the ambiance ,and price points hit all the right spots. Wait staff is very friendly and helpful when ordering . I appreciate the fact that all Menu items are cook to order . In a day and age where everything is “hot’n’ready” means losing out on quality. Definitely a must try if you are in the Abilene area”
“I was not expecting how fancy this establishment was when I walked in. The service is good, just takes a while. The queso was absolutely delicious! My tacos were good, but they were more filled with toppings rather than meat, very little meat. The rice is not good, super dry & hard.”
“Good food nice place it's a little pretentious for my taste as far as far as atmosphere goes. I went on my lunch from work, they brought food out fast and I made it back to work on time. No real complaints, its just not the kind of place I like to eat at often. It's more of a special occasion place to me.”
“I ordered three tacos and you get chips and salsa free. Some of the best darn tacos I’ve eaten in years! Service was prompt. Just a casual little place. So glad I took the extra ten minutes to come here.”
“The food is great but the service is not so good. At the end the waiter told us basically to leave and to leave a tip. Their chairs are old hard to move tables were nor that clean.”
“They were very busy so slow service is somewhat expected. But I watched our waiter pay all his attention to one table. He lied and said he was sorry everyone say at the same time and he had been taking orders... he was not. I watch the wait staff to see what the reason may be for not even getting drinks for 10 minutes and then had to catch him away from the one table to ask if we could order. We did however get our meal hot and steaks cooked perfectly!!!”
“The waitress we got was so kind. It really felt amazing that she went out of her way to make a human connection. All she did was say “shh, come here, this never happened” and filled the bottom of my bag with chocolates when I only asked for a handful. I’m not going to name her as she shouldn’t get in trouble, but I’m very thankful for her. I’m going through probably the most emotional, difficult time of my life, and this simple act of kindness and human connection really made me feel much better. I’m very thankful she’s not a lifeless working robot, like many big corporations train their employees to be. She truly went out of her way to make someone’s day just a little better. I really wish the best for her. Thank you for making the hardest week of my life just a little better, and all with delicious chocolates”
“Simple and effective, food tasted great and fresh. It was our first pizza buffet. Their wings tasted great, they had Buffalo n Bbq bone in wings. A decent variety of pizzas, made fresh. The salad was fresh as well. They did have pasta with sauces available, but we didn't try it. They had this cinnamon dessert almost like a pizza, baked n served hot was really tasty. Definitely give them a try.”
“Food was straight bussin. Love the atmosphere. Not loud and I could actually hear my girlfriend talk. The waitress was kind .We didn’t know the restaurant closed at 9 and they didn’t tell us anything when we left at 9:30! That was nice, I think they even threw more shrimp on the grill for my girl and it was close to 9. Thank you Red Lobster.”
“The new drive thru is awesome ?, thank you Emmanuel for the add it just makes Los Carmales that much more amazing. Also big shout out to Elias for always having the best customer service no what what the circumstances are. Also have to say the food is ALWAYS on point best authentic Mexican food in Abilene hands down. Thank you all for your service to our community may God continue to bless you.”
“This establishment is TOP NOTCH 10 STARS!!! We are out-of-towners, who are very grateful to have found this place. Not only is the atmosphere and service the ABSOLUTE BOMB, the food is out of this world good!!! Being in the food service industry almost 4 decades, that's a very high compliment coming from me! I hope they keep rocking it for many years to come!!!Kid-friendliness: Smiling faces everywhere!!!”
“It's all about the atmosphere. In fact, I think the atmosphere makes the food tastes even better, mostly snack foods, but their special even foods are great too. Great wine selection. A wonderful place for Abilene to have for the couples who want a romantic date.”
24 Hour Restaurants
“Denny's has been a favorite of mine but it went down hill so bad I stopped going, was desperate for their pancakes so I stopped by after not going to them for a year or so and am glad to say the new management is got things back up to par. I ordered several of my favorites and wasn't disappointed at all. Thank you to the new owners for rescuing one of my favorite places to eat and putting it back together. Keep up the excellent work your doing great. Thank you and love you. BTW please don't mess with the pancake recipe it's absolutely perfect and delicious. Your the only one's that seem to have my granny's recipe and it's the bomb.”
“Sooooo disappointed. I get the grilled chicken salad with Ranch dressing almost weekly. This past trip, the salad was pre-made and half the size I normally got. Guess I'll have to make the trip to Wendy's.”
“very good place to eat specially for me I work two jobs and I don't get off until in the morning and that's perfect food excellent the only thing is that it takes forever to get your food it is so many people that go there it takes a long time to get your food but other than that pretty good place I recommend Whataburger if you don't mind waiting”
“I was craving breakfast, so we dropped into the iHOP. I had the build your own omelet that comes with 3 pancakes. My husband ate the pancakes, and I had the omelet. Everything was delicious and our waitress was very nice.”
“Johnathan (Jonathan?) was super solid! There was an issue with my order and he bent over backwards to make it right. Whoever runs this place made the correct choice putting him in charge of the night shift, give this man a raise!”
“In my opinion, this is the best McDonald's in Abilene! Some other ones get my order wrong occasionally, or they take a really long time, but this one doesn't have any of those problems! Always get my order right, always fast, and everyone is super friendly!There's also a great Play Place, I haven't gone in it in quite a long time, but I always had a good time! This is definitely my go-to Mickey D's!! ??”
“My husband and I used the bakery for our bridal and groom cakes at our wedding and I couldn't be more pleased. We've all been to the wedding where the cake looks nice, but taste can be lacking. However, Milk and Honey made two beautiful cakes that tasted AMAZING. We got so many compliments on both cakes for tasting wonderful and being so moist and delicious. They were wonderful to work with, communicative, and got our cakes delivered to our venue with no issues! I would highly recommend them for wedding cakes!”
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La Pop's
“As a Texican whose family has for generations called Tejas, my beloved state, you all know as the great state of Texas, home long time before this great state became part of the United States of America. My family jokingly say, we didn't cross the border, the border crossed us. We have lived and loved these beautiful, blessed parts enjoying true Mexican cuisine from recipes handed down from generations. La Pop's food comes close to my family's home cooked recipes. They've added some Tex-Mex flair, but never-the-less, most definitely the closest homecookng Mexican food around. Don't be fooled by other expensive and fancy restaurants. Nothing comes closer to my family's home cooked recipes than La Pop. Take a step back to the past days of yesteryear and allow yourself to experience what homemade Mexican food with a touch of Tejano flair is truly made. Your tummy will love it.Vegetarian options: They will cook your meal upon request and specifications.Dietary restrictions: They will cook your meal according to dietary restrictions if you upon request and give specifications.Parking: Located on Arnold Blvd close to Dyess Air Force Base.Kid-friendliness: A place the whole family can enjoy.Wheelchair accessibility: Built with wheelchair accessibility.”
“The wife and I drove out there tonight. We Gave the special (chicken fried steak) a try. We was pleasantly surprised , the chicken fried steak was on point. The mashed potatoes and green beans were also delicious. Service by Leann was awesome.”
Takeout Restaurants
“Great place to bring friends and family. It's hard to decide between the fried chicken or chicken fried steak. My favorites! Very delicious.Kid-friendliness: They have car seat slings for the baby or highchairs and booster seats for the toddlers. They're good about sanitizing them and promptly bringing them over to your table. Also, as an added bonus, the kids are welcome to request a number of dances that they can perform with the Belle's ladies. Great atmosphere. Fun for everyone!”
“The food is amazing, really. Great portion sizes and seasoned so well that you do not have to reach for any salt or pepper. Service is a bit slow,but it is worth the visit.”
“Went in tonight after leaving baskin robbins, because employees ignored us.We passed roll shack on the way home, we forgot about this place, we stopped and got served immediately and it was delish.”
“Fun little nano brewery, directly next to a super great Airbnb (Opa's). Very nice and helpful people working here, she gave me some local recommendations.We had such a fun time, there are some games, snacks, and fun brew flavors. My fave was the pickled beet sour. There was a pretty good turn out for the Thursday night trivia game.Very relaxed atmosphere, had some bags and giant Jenga outside and a fire pit. Definitely recommend this.”
“I love this place , i dtopped here first time when i had flat tire, and when i moved to Abilene, this place still the same! Friendly staff, cozy seating, and nice drinks and snacks .Parking: Parking is available always nearby.”
“I love the truffle fries. Lots of truffle oil, Parmesan, and parsley and even their regular fries, there is just something about them. So good.the kids had the chicken nuggets and the kids burger. The nuggets were similar to Chick fil a in a way. But cut up fresh there.”
“Great food oh, the menudo is the best in town!! The wait was a bit but once seated, service was good! The huevos rancheros was a hit! It kills me that it's a ways from my residence but, i will be back!!”
“Crumbl Cookies are always a treat! They have six different cookies to choose from each week. They are very careful to get your order correct and they open the box and confirm it with you before you leave. We tried the Old Fashioned Donut and the Cornbread Cookie this time and they weren't our favorites. I wish they'd always have an iced sugar cookie available, but I know it is fun to have variety. The employees are all very friendly and helpful, and it's very clean. The cookies are big and we almost always split one because they're so rich.”
“We had the best Cinnamoon Lattes and then we bought way too many bags of coffee to take home. The staff was so helpful, friendly, kind, and informative. We really enjoyed our stop here. Thank you!”
“Great cake. One issue though. All restaurants that serve food should have utensils to eat with. Please don't offer a party pack so customers can have a fork. I don't need a extra charge for a single fork. Great environment. Very clean. It was worth it to wait! Forks would still be awesome!!!! I appreciate the response either way...”
“The atmosphere was delightful, I loved the location, and to top it off they have a conference/group meeting space (available upon request). I cannot comment on the food, because I only had time for tea and muffins. However, I scanned the menu and look forward to trying something in the future.”
“Went there at 6:40 in the morning to grab a frappaccino on the way to work. Frap tasted delicious and the service was quick. Will most definitely be visiting again.”
“Best pizza in town. Theyre smaller but shareable. Unlimited toppings makes it so every time you go you can get something new and interesting. They have beer and wine too for dine in and not a bad place to eat inside or out when the weather is nice.Only recommendation would be give us bigger sizes!”
“I experienced a wonderful and engaging staff that served up a great latte in a place that had a calm, relaxed and inviting atmosphere. From the drinks to the service to the seating and the wide array of options on their menu, I will be back to try more.”
“Visiting my old hometown and wanted lunch before hitting the road. Found this place when our 1st option fell through. Arguably the friendliest staff I've encountered in a while. I ordered a club sandwich, my wife ordered the pear salad. Sandwich was fine, nothing special, but she loved her salad. Got the praline scone for dessert, highlight of the meal. Food was very good, but not amazing (menu is limited, but thats standard for small bistros), staff was exceptional.”
“The owners work hard at their craft, and consistently deliver! Their food is always great, the service friendly, and they always live up to their word. A fantastic family-run business!!”
“First time eating here and we enjoyed it! The bread rolls were hot and delicious. We ordered the appetizer platter which was just okay.The rest of our food was good. The pink sauce was tasty. Everything was hot and cooked well. Portions were big which was nice for the teen boys in our party.Service was mostly good but drink refills were lacking.Overall we were happy with our experience and will be back.”
“We really enjoyed this place. We had margaritas, chicken-fried chili rellenos, and brisket tips. Everything was fresh and tasty with generous portions. The service was great. Would definitely go back.”
Drive-Thru Restaurants
“Stopped in Abilene during our trip. I had the large iced coffee with macadamia nut flavor and light cream. Delicious coffee... Still very expensive. This was five dollars. Definitely worth it to try”
“We came here last in our weekend trip AND my gosh I'm glad we came here! Such good creamy flavored ice cream I want more, but we're out of town! They need more places spread out! We got the mint and strawberry cheesecake ???? yumm”
“It was my first time in this burger joint and I have to say they did not disappoint I ordered the not so big burger combo which turned out to be still pretty big, great taste will stop by next time work takes me ”
“I really like their salad bar. It has a very good selection and it's fresh. I had the Salisbury steak, and it was delicious. Overall, it was a very good experience.”
“Traditionally, I really enjoy this place and its food. My most recent visit I got the full order of Asada Fries no guacamole. Unfortunately the put guacamole under 1/4 of the dish, making that part inedible. The other 75% was good though. I got it to go. So I was not going to drive back.”
“Great burgers and even better sides. Even with a line out the door, our wait was not too bad.Vegetarian options: Greek salad is greatDietary restrictions: Gluten free options availableKid-friendliness: Even has a playground!”
“Great food. Just a great authentic style Mexican food. We love the street taco platter and the grill (Parrilla) platter for two but there is so much yet to try. Happy hour prices are reasonable.”
“Always good when I go. The lady at the window is always in good spirits and always good about asking what condiments you'll need. This place has been here for years and I only started going 2 years ago. Good Stuff!!!”
“I rarely go inside but the service is on point. The food is always great. My go to is the pepperoni, recently I started getting the pepperoni and sausage.Kid-friendliness: The fact that you can create your own pizza makes this kid friendly and the kiddos get to assemble their own pizza when you get home A+++. And for the ones who like to dine on a budget and don't have cash they also accept SNAPS. They are able to do so because they are uncooked pizza that are assembled to order and cooked when your ready to cook them. Tastey and affordable YUM!”
“First time eating here and we were very pleased. The food was delicious, the staff was super nice and helpful, the place was very clean. I will definitely be back.”
“Took way to long to take our order. We were in the very room. They were a little busy. But not supper busy. We had to ask for some one to take our order. And when we need more tea. We had to ask for that. They seated several people after we came in and took their orders. I tod thr cashier it felt like we were invisible. Not happy at all”
“I always get the hook & ladder . It's my fav !!Kid-friendliness: The grandkids love to wear the firemen hats & love the fact they get to create there own concision of drinks .”
“I had a beef burrito and it was amazing and comforting. I felt like I was back in my abuelas kitchen as a kid, and I'm not even Hispanic, nor do I like burritos.”
“The food was hot and fresh. The service was great. Andrew was very good at customer service. He also keeps the dining room clean. We stopped at this Arby's coming and going home on our last trip.”
“My name is Phillip Davis I love my Church's Chicken it's the only place I can eat jalapenos with my chicken I'm going to fix income and after I get to go once a month so I get my chicken and my jalapenos come home get my mountain dew watch a western and I'm thank you very much Church's ”
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KAO Lounge
“Came for the first time, my husband was working in the area for a bit. Kaleb, our bartender, was absolutely without a doubt the best bartender/mixologist we've ever had. He was attentive, knowledgeable, and friendly. No matter how many times I thanked him, he thanked me in return for being a customer. I cannot express enough how awesome he was! The food was fantastic as well. While the menu is small, it was delicious. Get the artichoke dip with bread. I swear, no joke, the bread was PERFECT! Crispy on the edge, tender in the middle and the dip was fantastic. I had several drinks on the menu and i was absolutely blown away with how delicious they were. Every single drink was to die for! We'll definitely be back and frequently! 5 stars are not enough!”
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The Local
“I was not expecting how fancy this establishment was when I walked in. The service is good, just takes a while. The queso was absolutely delicious! My tacos were good, but they were more filled with toppings rather than meat, very little meat. The rice is not good, super dry & hard.”
“A very conveniently located club in the heart of South Abilene. They feature a good compliment of local artists performing on a regular basis, the layout is open and comfortable with a separate area dedicated for the floor section in front of the stage. An upstairs area offers killer views of the stage and a comfortable setting to enjoy whatever event is taking place. Staff is generally friendly and the overall atmosphere is great. I look forward to having my eardrums blown out on a regular basis here.”
Cheap Eats
“This is a fantastic bar. Great crowd and regulars. Every time we travel through Abeline we stop here. The bartender Lexi is awesome and a great asset to this establishment.”
“This is my favorite establishment in Abilene! Great customer service always. The donuts and breakfast sandwiches and kolaches are delicious and super affordable! Highly recommend.”
“It’s an unexpected hole in the wall gem! The staff and ownership are amazingly friendly and upfront. What you see is what you get! The food is on a whole other level. Amazing flavors and generous portions. Watch your spice level. You will not get a refund if you make it to spicy. Thai spice is on a different level! My favorite is the DUI Noodles with Chicken. Insanely delicious! I’ve not been disappointed by any of the meals. Everything comes out hot and fresh! You may have to wait but the wait is well worth it!”
“The crumbs here are spicy but the most delicious ?.Omelette with egg and spicy green sauce, the potatoes are fried but in the cleanest oil, because they don't look stained at all. And the beans ?10/10”
“A bit hard to find. Apple Maps took us to the place, but their name was not on the green canopy. We passed it and drove around the block before finally parking and just walking to look for it. Took over 20 minutes to be seated, but we were initially greeted by the hosted with a big smile so the wait didn't bother us. Seemed like others were getting seated before we were, but that could be due to maybe them making reservations, I don't know. The atmosphere of the establishment was nice, it was dim and romantic. The pizza choices surprised me. No regular pepperoni :) We chose the Arabella pizza (tomato sauce, cheese, peppers, ground beef). Not much cheese on there, maybe it's the style of pizza they offer??? I don't know. It was fresh and the tomato sauce was pretty flavorful, but I guess I'm more of a regular ol' pizza type gal. The waitress (Molly, perhaps?) was friendly and efficient. The hostess did run after us once we walked out because my husband left his phone, so that was super sweet of her”
“Wow!! as a gen-z i’m very skeptical of places that aren’t chain but had a family member encourage me to check this place out. food was PHENOMENAL- got two large burgers with everything on it, sides of okra and onion rings, drinks, AND a shake for under $20. while the hours aren’t ideal and no credit cards aren’t ideal- this is the kind of place you’ll want to carry cash for. very well priced and when you go, you’ll get a good feel for abilene! definitely will be recommending to people as an abilene must!”
“I ordered the Supreme Gyro. The portion was Supreme! It was almost more than I can eat. And BOY am I fat. ?I smash had the fries. They were a bit over seasoned. Otherwise it was an excellent meal at an incredibly reasonable price.”
“I didn’t take the best picture but the wings were awesome! Probably the best wings I’ve had in Abilene. The quesadilla and fries were also really good. Nice, laid back atmosphere with pool tables.”
“Came here after getting my haircut to see what they had. I ended up getting a Philly cheesesteak hand pie. It was a 10/10 the crust was all velvety and wavy, buttery and flaky, the meat was also seasoned to perfection. The pie was also a little greasy and some dripped onto my hand and burnt a little but was overall a good,delicious experience. The lady who took my order was nice and friendly. The store itself was warm and welcoming. I definitely recommend coming here if you're looking for a quick, easy lunch.”
“Service very good anytime I go there. Servers are always very pleasant and always ask if you need anything else. Carmel macchiatos are a lot better than Starbucks ??”
“Wonderful place with all kinds of oils, vinegars and spices that are hard to find. The owner is so helpful and didn't mind answering any questions. I was fortunate enough to receive a couple of gifts from here in the past, but it's nice to go in and browse for yourself.”
“Ignore anyone complaining about the decor. It is AWESOME! It would be tragic if they ever updated the inside. It’s so special, so real and so rare, full of beautiful vintage Mexican art from the 1930s through the 1970s. And the food is the best Mexican food you will probably find within 200 mile radius. I’m from San Antonio, the birthplace of modern Tex Mex, and this food is the real deal and beats out or rivals the best of San Antonio! I’m also a huge food snob (in that I really appreciate well made dishes) and this place never disappoints ❤️”
“Great experience. Took four of us today and had great food and great service. Had their Pho with beef, chicken and shrimp and their Texas Roll. Great serving sizes. Everyone loved their food.Definitely recommend.Kid-friendliness: Had three kids with me from 5 to 16 years old. All enjoyed.”
“Coming from San Diego and knowing authentic Hispanic food, this truck hit the spot. Decently priced, nice workers, good portions and reminds me of home. Found our go-to new spot.”
“Good food nice place it's a little pretentious for my taste as far as far as atmosphere goes. I went on my lunch from work, they brought food out fast and I made it back to work on time. No real complaints, its just not the kind of place I like to eat at often. It's more of a special occasion place to me.”
“The wines were amazing my favorite is the chocolate cherry wine ! My wife enjoyed the pomegranate wine. The cinnamon bites were good too and complimented the dessert wine very well !”
“I love MCs. The bartenders are awesome, they have projector and TVs for sports events, a jukebox for a variety of music last but definently not least awesome wings!!!”
“This was an amazing experience and loved how the staff helped with anything that we needed. Can't wait for my next visit and haven'tstopped saying the praises”
“My wife and I were in Abilene for a day trip. We've been craving barbecue, so we looked up Joe Allen's. When we arrived, we found the atmosphere to be inviting. We were seated and served quickly. I had the lunch special steak (New York Cut), and she had the two meat combo. Everything was delicious, and our server made sure we were happy. There was so much food that we didn't have room for dessert.”
“My friend told me about this place and I liked it for my first experience. A young girl attended me and she recommended I try the pupusa trio since it’s one of their popular dishes. It came with three pupusa which all of mine had beans and cheese with a side of rice and beans with cabbages. The food was flavorful as for the chips, they were fresh and a bit of salt sprinkled on them. The girl was nice and didn’t bother too much like most waiters would. Will be coming back!”
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“It's a Popeyes. Nice n clean. Their famous chicken sandwich is just as awesome here as it is at other Popeyes. I always do the spicy version. Excellent fries as well. I will order from here many times. Service is good.”
“Xailynn is an awesome server everybody here at dennys are hard worker and are very attentive to what everyone needs have been coming here for years and will continue to come here.”
“Food was straight bussin. Love the atmosphere. Not loud and I could actually hear my girlfriend talk. The waitress was kind .We didn’t know the restaurant closed at 9 and they didn’t tell us anything when we left at 9:30! That was nice, I think they even threw more shrimp on the grill for my girl and it was close to 9. Thank you Red Lobster.”
“We really enjoyed this place. We had margaritas, chicken-fried chili rellenos, and brisket tips. Everything was fresh and tasty with generous portions. The service was great. Would definitely go back.”
“This was an amazing experience and loved how the staff helped with anything that we needed. Can't wait for my next visit and haven'tstopped saying the praises”
“Simple and effective, food tasted great and fresh. It was our first pizza buffet. Their wings tasted great, they had Buffalo n Bbq bone in wings. A decent variety of pizzas, made fresh. The salad was fresh as well. They did have pasta with sauces available, but we didn't try it. They had this cinnamon dessert almost like a pizza, baked n served hot was really tasty. Definitely give them a try.”
“Took way to long to take our order. We were in the very room. They were a little busy. But not supper busy. We had to ask for some one to take our order. And when we need more tea. We had to ask for that. They seated several people after we came in and took their orders. I tod thr cashier it felt like we were invisible. Not happy at all”
“Great little hangout, our bartender was great. If you're looking for somewhere to hang this is the place. Don't know how their kitchen is we only had 2 very well crafted drinks.”
“Got my daughter’s birthday cookie cake from Brittany and it was amazing. They only have chocolate and white icing for the decorating so She brought sprinkles from her home to tie in the color scheme for the party. We loved it & the price can’t be beat. Definitely recommend”
“First off, I wanted to say Naomi was an amazing host. Very friendly and super upbeat! The appetizer was great (highly recommend the cheese bites) and the food was great! My husband loved his and I loved mine. Had to take the rest with me but it was perfect! Next time in the area, I'm coming here again for sure!”
“This is my favorite establishment in Abilene! Great customer service always. The donuts and breakfast sandwiches and kolaches are delicious and super affordable! Highly recommend.”
“I was not expecting how fancy this establishment was when I walked in. The service is good, just takes a while. The queso was absolutely delicious! My tacos were good, but they were more filled with toppings rather than meat, very little meat. The rice is not good, super dry & hard.”
“The food is amazing, really. Great portion sizes and seasoned so well that you do not have to reach for any salt or pepper. Service is a bit slow,but it is worth the visit.”
“The new drive thru is awesome ?, thank you Emmanuel for the add it just makes Los Carmales that much more amazing. Also big shout out to Elias for always having the best customer service no what what the circumstances are. Also have to say the food is ALWAYS on point best authentic Mexican food in Abilene hands down. Thank you all for your service to our community may God continue to bless you.”
“First time eating here, and it was phenomenal. I had their classic burger, and my wife had their hot ham and cheese. The burger was cooked to perfection, and was seasoned very well. The hot ham and cheese sub was fresh and very well seasoned. Also ordered a side of their cheese balls, bested tasting cheese bites we've ever had. Most definitely need to try this pub and grill.”
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“Xailynn is an awesome server everybody here at dennys are hard worker and are very attentive to what everyone needs have been coming here for years and will continue to come here.”
“Threw my sons 12th birthday here. They worked with me to help decorate for his theme. We had a great time, and the food was good as long as it was fresh. We had a great time. If the games malfunctioned, they refunded the money back to the card. It's definitely a great place to throw a birthday party!”
“Good coffee, quick line, and the service was great! I’d recommend it if you have to stop for a coffee but pricing could be a little lower for a traditional coffee.”
“Great food. Just a great authentic style Mexican food. We love the street taco platter and the grill (Parrilla) platter for two but there is so much yet to try. Happy hour prices are reasonable.”
“We had a wonderful evening of food and service thanks to Ethan. Everything we ate was absolutely delicious. We sat outside and once the heaters kicked on, it was perfectly cozy.Ethan accommodated my request to have our baby's gender surreptitiously revealed on a dessert to surprise our family.So glad we chose Cork and Pint for our dinner.”
“Server was very nice and the soups are super good. Seats were comfortable and the birds in the front before you walk in are a nice touch. The low hanging lights and the fountain they have are great! Sushi was very good as well I have no ”
“This place is a true gem. The food is always hot and flavorful. The service is exceptional as well. Don't let this place slip by. Prices are very reasonable.”
“BEST WINGSTOP LOCATION EVER !!!Been here three separate times, and it has hit ALL THREE TIMES. Other locations lack either seasoning or flavor, this place has been so good each separate time. If you pull up and there is a green and red small cars outside, you know you are going to have a blast. Those workers are quick and the service never lacks! Don't them, or even names, but they all deserve a raise, wings and fries so good make you wanna smack ya momma. The other location in abilene is al right, THIS ONE THO !!!!! FIREEEE. Frrr give them workers a raise they deserve it.”
“My family and I love hashi but I feel AWFUL for the workers. It’s gotta be at LEAST 85+° degrees in here. It’s unbearable to even wait for takeout in the summertime - must be miserable to work 6+ hours. Hope the owner sees this and does better for them - these tiny fans they have don’t seem to help at all.”
“Where the locals hang out. Excellent burger cooked to perfection without over doing it! Every bite juicy, tasteful and superb. The fries on side were made for the burger. By far, beats any of the big name franchises! Oh yeah, lovely service with a big smile!”
“Sorry, no pics bec I was Hungry!! The wait was not too bad and the mushroom/swiss burger was hot, tasty and good! The meat patty was thicker than expected and their fries were great! I WILL be back & take pics next time!”
“Good tasting food, with good service. Creative atmosphere! Why would you want to charge the customer for a childs-size milk, so that the customer can enjoy the coffee with milk vs. cream?Parking: Great for the RV overnight parking. I felt safe, and very convenient to the h'way. Once inside your rig, you don't hear the street noise. There was also plenty of parking for other cars & trucks.”
“They were very busy so slow service is somewhat expected. But I watched our waiter pay all his attention to one table. He lied and said he was sorry everyone say at the same time and he had been taking orders... he was not. I watch the wait staff to see what the reason may be for not even getting drinks for 10 minutes and then had to catch him away from the one table to ask if we could order. We did however get our meal hot and steaks cooked perfectly!!!”
“Great food. All the meat was cooked as requested. But the most delicious one was the portobello mushrooms!!! Absolutely delicious. Also friendly and good customer service. We will be ”
“I had the steak with stir-fried rice and vegetables. Cooked to order on the steak, and rice was good. Veggie pieces were a bit large for the squash, but the rest were good. Taste was good, and I left full.”
“Great food great flavor and great customer service it’s hard to find a combination like this in today’s world especially in food service…we will be back soon!!!”