Location: Buffalo Gap
Most Popular Restaurants in Buffalo Gap
Buffalo Gap is an incorporated town in Taylor County, Texas, United States. It is part of the Abilene, Texas Metropolitan Statistical Area. The population was 464 at the 2010 census. It is the former county seat of Taylor County, having been supplanted in 1883 by the much larger Abilene to its north. Abilene won the referendum to be the county seat by a vote of 905-269.
1. Perini Ranch Steakhouse
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 357 reviews
Reviewed By Pat M - Tyler, Texas
We were traveling with friends from Palo Duro Canyon. After a long day trip, they suggested we stop at Perini's Ranch Steakhouse for dinner. Best suggestion ever! From the margaritas to the steaks……everything was perfect. Our waiter (David) was especially attentive and friendly. The atmosphere, the staff, and the food will continue to make this place a truly unique restaurant "deep in the heart of Texas."
2. Lone Star Cafe
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 13 reviews
Reviewed By Ddb2422 - Odenton, Maryland
On my way back through Tuscola I stopped in at the Lone Star. I asked the waitress what she recommended as the menu was never ending. To my surprise she recommended the grill cheese with jalapeño's. All I can say is WOW! The grilled cheese with jalapeño's is beyond good. As a matter of fact I had to get another one.
I will make it a point to always stop in and get a one anytime I am in the area because it is that good.
3. The Homeplace
Overall Ratings
4 based on 16 reviews
Wedding-Event Venue and Restaurant located on a family-farm near Tuscola, Texas about 15 minutes south of Abilene, Texas. The Homeplace serves a delicious buffet lunch on Sundays.
Reviewed By AllenTjr - Peyton, Colorado, United States
Hosted a rehearsal dinner hear. Buffet style, Most everyone said they enjoyed the meal. Staff was accommodating even though we were 45 minutes later than we initially said. Salad was ok, meats were good. Chicken fried steak fingers and gravy was good. They ran out of some of the dishes that I would have liked to have tried. Friendly staff and service was good. Would like to go back to try some more dishes in a less busy time.
4. Lola's Mexican Food Cafe
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 26 reviews
Reviewed By Alexandria O
Well, the reviews we're wrong. Awesome Mexican food! Flavor galore! And spice was added by Lola and other patrons and it was just like a family reunion. I ordered tacos which were delicious and they came with a magnificant piece of fry bread. Mmmmm. I wish Lola would move to Seattle
5. Bar-B-Que Barn
Overall Ratings
4 based on 15 reviews
Oldest Bar B Que joint in the county, dining room in front,tap room in the back, walk through the swinging doors and relax in the tap room, watch the big screen or play pool or shuffleboard. we serve beef Bar B Que, German sausage, smoked ribs and chicken, hotlinks and tamales, oh ya don't forget the cold beer in frosted mugs.
Reviewed By Gary B - Tuscola, Texas
Good, tender barbecue, beans & potato salad once again.
Before, I couldn't dine in, but now smoking is only allowed in the bar area. I love their barbecue, but the potato salad and beans are better than lots of our other joints in Abilene. Free refills on tea, but soft drinks come in cans, no fountain drinks.
6. Deutschlander Freshwater Catfish Co.
Overall Ratings
4 based on 20 reviews
Reviewed By Gary H
Dined here by default. My first choice was too busy. I thought the food was average at best and over priced. I will not return.
7. The Buffalo Gap Store Ranch House Cafe
Overall Ratings
4 based on 4 reviews
Reviewed By Doctrknow - Texas, United States
This little store and café in Buffalo Gap, Texas is a great little place to eat for the locals and I plan on bringing some of my out of town friends here too. Most days/nights you can walk in and sit down to eat. The atmosphere is a tiny, and I mean tiny, little country store. The shelves barely have the essentials on them, but if you were in desperate need of something you could get it here. The other half of this tiny store is the dining room. It is furnished with small tables from four to perhaps six to eight, and there are only about 10 tables total, right next to the beverage coolers, and comprising of a mix of chair and table types. They also have a small outside covered dining area with four tables.
The menu is small, but includes burgers, sandwiches, salads, steaks and desserts. They even have a nice breakfast menu. We tried it one night while trying restaurants we had never been to before and this one stuck out to us. We really enjoyed the small quaint store and dining area, and the food was really good. The Owner's are always very attentive to you if you need something, they get it right away.
So, I said you could walk in and sit down most days/nights. On Friday's, they have a reservation only night, and the place is packed every Friday, especially when they are serving steak. We happened to walk-in one recent Friday night, not thinking we would be sitting inside, but we were able to get a table on the exterior patio. The smoke house is separated from the rest of the building and located in the front, just off the parking lot. You can walk up and talk to the cook as he is working, and the smoke and smell of the steaks is all around the exterior patio. Not too smokey, but you will smell it later if you don't change your clothes.
Our steaks (very large rib eye) were absolutely delicious. Cooked as we ordered, with a great seasoning that they let sit over night. It came with baked potato (or fries) and a salad for $18. Now I am usually one to use a little A-1 steak sauce with my steak, but I tell you, this did not need anything.
For dessert, they have homemade pies and cakes that you must try. They are also fantastic.
So, if you are in the area, and are looking for something a little different, check out this place. One of my new favorites.
