Peggy’s on the Green

The expertise of big city dining in a small Texas town.

South BBQ and Kitchen

Del Frisco’s Double Eagle Steakhouse

This reliable steakhouse is swanky yet relaxed, with a lovely view of the city.

J Wilson’s

Fried chicken and top bartenders—no wonder J Wilson’s is packed.

Gabriela’s Downtown

Sip a strawberry margarita from a pineapple on a tree-shaded patio.

Brigitta’s

Authentic Hungarian food in Kilgore, Texas.

Drakes Yoke

Southern accents on Texas favorites keep young and old happy in this dining room and saloon.

Aki Sushi

Comfortable and authentic, Aki brings fresh seafood to El Paso.

Purépecha

This restaurant within a restaurant from Regino Rojas is a hidden gem.

Otto’s Coffee & Fine Foods

Sachertorte, quiche, and more at the Adolphus.

Nury’s

Off Main Street and on target for genuinely good eats.

Gennaro’s Trattoria

A little touch of Naples in the Hill Country.

LJ’s BBQ

As we waited in a line that was nearly out the door, we found ourselves envying the locals who knew to get to LJ’s right when it opened. By the time we made it to the counter, Matt Lowery himself was slicing brisket at a rapid pace (he’d already sold

Uchiko

Exquisite, endlessly innovative bites in a warm, modern space.

Whole Health

Safe for vegetarians, vegans, and anyone wanting a healthy lunch.

Chisos Mountains Lodge

In the heart of cowboy country, the health- and weight-conscious can dine well.

Pappas Delta Blues Smokehouse

At Pappas Delta Blues Smokehouse, the smoked brisket is the star of the show–the prime-grade Creekstone brisket literally has its name in lights on a marquee above the front door.”That meat’s gotta be perfect,” says chef Michael Velardi, who has been with the Pappas restaurant group for 27 years, 15

Feges BBQ

The first Feges BBQ opened in Houston’s Greenway Plaza food court, in 2018, with as much emphasis on sides as smoked meats. It hasn’t slowed down since we named it one of the 25 best new barbecue joints in 2019, and a second location, with an even more ambitious menu,

Buck’s Barbeque Co. (Lucky’s Lodge) – CLOSED

Harlem Road Texas BBQ

Pesto Ristorante

Neighborly Italian in Olmos Park.

Outlaw Kitchens

Cute cottage serving home-style meals for taking out or eating in.

Philly 77

Philly 77 shows cheesesteak lovers some brotherly love.

Glow

Fresh seafood in a bayside cottage.

Vic & Anthony’s

A stone’s throw from Minute Maid Park, this swanky steakhouse reels in big spenders for decadent steaks and an encyclopedic wine list.

Burns Original BBQ

Paulie’s

Industrial-chic yet comfy, pint-size Paulie’s continues to please after twenty-odd years.

Hank’s

An all-day hang—breezy, light, and evocative of Southern California.

Smithy

In the heart of the Knox-Henderson area, this spot serves up creative cocktails and solid American food.

Fachini

Julian Barsotti's old-school Italian restaurant.

The Drunken Oyster

This laid-back spot feels carved right out the Big Easy.

Napa Flats Wood-Fired Kitchen

Arguably the best wood-fired pizzas in town.

Viet-Nam

Thirty-plus years of spring rolls and crab claws.

Pustka Family Barbeque

Lupita’s Place

Breakfast and lunch, with killer tortillas, in the Davis Mountains.

The Farmhouse

More barn than farmhouse, this restaurant dishes up Texas-style comfort food.

Crossroads Saloon & Steakhouse

Fine dining and toe-tappin’ live music under one roof.

City Diner

Every town needs a post office, a library, and a place like City Diner.

Con Safos

Finally: a hip food truck vibe with comfortable chairs (and fine Mexican fare).

Ace’s BBQ

When it comes to barbecue, the Aguilar brothers ace it.

J’s Creamery

The perfect stop for a cool, creamy treat in the summer heat.

Bangkok Thai

A little hole-in-the-wall that exceeds all expectations.

Willie G’s Seafood

A new, snazzy reincarnation of a longtime seafood spot.

Rainbow Lodge

Romantic, rustic setting for game dishes and American classics.

Crawfish & Noodles

Viet-Cajun seafood and noodles—what’s not to like?

Kalbi House

Authentic Korean barbecue in an unassuming location.

1/8 Pizza Pub

Comfort food meets pizza in central El Paso.

Scout

Fun, games, and elevated bar food are all on the menu at the Statler Hotel’s sprawling restaurant.

Thai Kun

The original, famously funky food trailer is now a brick-and-mortar at Rock Rose.

Zaap

No-frills spot specializing in Lao and Thai dishes.