From the best barbecue in the country, to world-class brisket sandwiches, to authentic Mexican dishes, in Texas, lunch time is taken seriously. It doesn’t matter if you’re craving a quick bite at a cozy café or if you’re more in the mood for a sit-down meal at a taproom, we’ve got it. Here are the 7 best lunch spots in the Lone Star State.
Gilhooley’s, open for lunch and dinner, is known for their incredible seafood. One of the Food Network’s “Top Places to Eat,” they write: “Gilhooley’s is a ramshackle neighborhood joint… that feels like the roof could cave in at any moment. Walk past the mountain of shucked shells in the parking lot, take a seat and get ready for a plate… that just might change your life.”
Press Café in Fort Worth is a casual eatery offering sandwiches, salads, and specialties, like their crab cakes and pasta of the day. For lunch, we recommend their award-winning Cafe Burger.
Louie Muller Barbecue is a Texas institution. A James Beard Award Winner, they’ve been recognized as having the best barbecue in Texas by the New York Times, the Food Network, bon appetite, and more. What better spot for lunch than here?
Mexican Sugar in Plano, Texas, offers fantastic Mexican food for lunch and dinner. The lunch menu includes enchiladas, tacos, signature dishes, and more. Their barbacoa, slow roasted brisket taco, served with lettuce chips, will keep you coming back.
This casual spot with an upscale flair is the perfect place for lunch. The food is light and seasonal. Choose from their brunch menu from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. or stick to their any-time menu, which includes delicious items like avocado toast served with crème fraiche.
George’s has been around for 80 years and has become a Waco staple. The menu is jam-packed with American and Mexican classics, with fajitas, tacos, sandwiches, burgers, and fries on the menu. Honestly, the menu is large enough for anyone to find something truly special.
The Cast Iron Grill is a Lubbock, Texas, mainstay, with daily specials and great lunch options, including cast iron burgers, sandwiches, entrees, and more. Having trouble choosing what to eat? Their pulled pork grilled cheese and fantastic, as is their green chili burger.