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Heritage East at Culture ETX
Price: Very Expensive•Regional American (Contemporary Southern)•4.9(493)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" for our Heritage Pork Chop) and Food Network Chopped featured Chef Lance McWhorter. Locally raised steaks, chops, chicken, wild game, seafood, handmade pastas, all served from an open kitchen that is right in the dining room. Lunch (Tues-Fri, 11-3) is standard fare and first come first served seating.
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 daily. 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•4.8(422)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!
The Grove
Price: Expensive•Regional American (Southern)•4.6(1,638)The Grove Kitchen & Gardens is a brand new concept located in Tyler, Texas about one-hour East of Dallas. Out here you will find rolling hills, wide open pastures and warm, and neighborly locals! The Grove was built on one key ingredient: a strong passion for family and food. Come join us at The Grove and be one of the first to put down their roots in Tyler!Dakotas Prime Steak & Chop House - Tyler
Price: Very Expensive•Steakhouse•4.6(1,224)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.
III Palms
Price: Expensive•Steakhouse•4.6(181)Steaks, Wine, Elegance
III Palms is the best kept secret in Tyler! Welcome to the new standard of dining!Rick's on the Square
Price: Moderate•Comfort Food•4.6(182)Rick's menu is a culinary variety you'll find nowhere else!
Certified Angus Steaks; Market Fresh Seafood; down Home Comfort Food; House Made Desserts; Vintage Wine. Premium Cigars on our beautiful open air Patio.
Full Menu served until closing.
Best Steaks in Town and a Fresh 8 oz. Certified Angus Beef Burger to die for. Fresh Salmon; Redfish; Shrimp; Oysters on the Half Shell; Calamari and more. Fried Chicken; Chicken Fried Steak; Meatloaf; Turnip Greens; Purple Hull Peas; Mashed Potatoes and more. House Made Soups, Salads and Sandwiches.
Over 40 items under $20.
Happy Hour Monday through Friday.
Free Secure Wireless Internet.
Rick's is over 20,000 square feet with Private Meeting Rooms with LCD Projectors and screens available for up to 200 guests.
Complimentary Valet Service.
Live Music Thursday through Saturday on our Patio.
Catering on and off premise.
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- KKimble VIPSan Francisco Bay Area •40 reviews5.0Dined on Mar 16, 2025Excellent service from Madison and meals were beautifully and flavorfully prepared.More infoThe GrovePrice: Expensive• Regional American (Southern)• Tyler•4.6
- PPhilipNew Orleans / Louisiana •1 review4.0Dined on Mar 14, 2025Shout out to Dillon for pouring them waters and finding the perfect cocktailMore infoTwelvePrice: Moderate• American• Tyler•4.5
- CClarkDallas - Fort Worth •6 reviews5.0Dined on Mar 9, 2025What a gem! Worth the drive to Arp/Overton, Texas area from Tyler. My husband said that this was the best meal that he's had in the Tyler area since moving out here nearly 4 years ago. WONDERFUL!More infoHigh Hill FarmPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary American• Tyler•5
- TTOMETRIAMiami - Dade •1 review5.0Dined on Feb 15, 2025The food was delicious and the service was outstanding.More infoSaltgrass Steak House - LongviewPrice: Moderate• Steakhouse• Longview•4.1
- OTOpenTable DinerMemphis •8 reviews5.0Dined on Feb 15, 2024Enjoyed our family outing for Valentine’s Day! Looking forward to visiting again!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 The Grove, Blackhawk Creek Grill and Los Pinos Ranch Vineyards
Child-friendly restaurants in East Texas include FD's Grill House, The Grove and Javi's
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