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OLDE TOWNE GENERAL STORE
205 E. Main
(936-560-3210)
Open Mon–Fri 9–4, Sat 10–4. Closed Sun.
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(From September 2010) We stopped by this charming downtown lunch spot on a recent Tuesday afternoon, quite fortuitously, as Tuesday is the only weekday one can order the thick, juicy meat loaf sandwich. OTGS is a nice alternative to the ubiquitous college town burger joints, with a fresh menu of lunchtime comfort foods, including a variety of stuffed baked potatoes, salads, and sandwiches. The desserts are always a serious temptation. |
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MR. WILL’S RESTAURANT AND BAKERY
3406 Center Hwy
(936-569-1827)
Open Mon–Fri 9 a.m.–midnight, Sat & Sun 7 a.m.–midnight
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(From June 2011) What this place lacks in healthful fare, it makes up for in character. Situated out on the East Loop, this local favorite has got pool tables and large-screen TVs, resulting in a “diner meets biker bar†vibe. Better yet, Mr. Will, voted best caterer in East Texas, cooks up a mean chicken-fried steak—tender, Texas-size, and coated in peppery cream gravy. The onion rings are hand-breaded and gigantic, and the fresh-baked pies are quite a treat. Stop by on the weekend, when Mr. Will brings in local live entertainment. Bar. |
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SHELLEY’S BAKERY CAFE
212 N. Church
(936-564-4100)
Open Tue–Sat 10-3. Closed Sun & Mon.
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(From January 2012) A favorite among ladies (and gentlemen) who lunch, Shelley’s bakery is tucked away on a side street downtown. Shelley Fare Brophy attends to the details, and the result is a menu of high-quality sandwiches, soups, and quiches. Feeling adventurous, we tried the Turkish-inspired panino, a creative blend of pulled pork, apricot chutney, and goat cheese. A dining companion savored her creamy quiche lorraine, which we learned was prepared from organic eggs cheerfully donated by happy free-range chickens. BYOB. |
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J. MCKINNEY’S
Hotel Fredonia, 200 N. Fredonia
(936-564-1234)
Open Mon–Thur 6 a.m.–9 p.m., Fri & Sat 6 a.m.–10 p.m., Sun 6 a.m.–2 p.m.
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(From January 2011) This upscale (for Nacogdoches) restaurant tucked inside the Hotel Fredonia has long been a gathering spot for the locals and serves as a nice diversion from the ubiquitous college town chain fare. We started a recent meal with mushrooms generously stuffed with crab and artichokes and, sticking with the seafood theme, happily moved on to the blackened tilapia served with a spicy and creamy crawfish sauce over rice. The service was friendly, if a bit inattentive. Live music on the weekends. Bar. |
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