The handcrafted European-style breads, bagels, and pastries at this bakery are the perfect way to start the morning. If breakfast is not your preference, try the chicken salad with cranberries and toasted pecans on a buttery croissant at lunchtime. Part of the joy of visiting is that the staff enjoy sharing how they prepare breads and pastries. Diners can watch bakers working in the kitchen through two large windows.

Red pork, green chicken, beans with cheese and jalapenos, and beef — this spot starts with great tamales, beans, and rice. Check in for specials and its potluck Friday, which has featured empanadas, chili verde, tacos, and menudo.

This Wild West-themed ice cream parlor brings that sweet treat together with alcohol. Adults will love the Jack and Coke float, while kids can enjoy a banana split with a favorite ice cream flavors. Add in live music, dancing, and poker tournaments, and it’s fair to expect a great time.

Home-cooked meals of comfort food in a relaxed environment are what guests can expect at Christina’s American Table. The salads, sandwiches, and homemade soups and desserts are loved by tourists and locals alike, especially the tomato basil soup.

Located inside a 1933 Sinclair Gas Station, this spot features a uniquely Texas mashup of barbecue and Cajun food. The menu has all of the usual favorites, including brisket sandwiches, ribs, crawfish etouffee, and cajun shrimp. But the true culinary adventure is creating your own meal. A brisket stuffed potato with a side of turkey and sausage gumbo is a Texan take on the traditional baked potato and soup lunch.

Inside one of the oldest buildings on the historic downtown square, The Square Cafe serves a delectable menu featuring breakfast and lunch alongside their scratch-made cobblers, sweet treats, and breads. The “Morning Sandwich,” an egg with sausage or bacon and cheese on toast with hash browns, is reminiscent of of a meal enjoyed each morning before running off to school as a kid. Rumor has it that John Wilkes Booth worked as a bartender in what is now the dining room and took up residence on the second floor. 

Fresh seafood and ingredients set a high bar at Fisherman’s Corner. Stop by to enjoy a dark and stormy cocktail and fish and chips on one of the best outdoor patios in north Texas.

A fine-dining experience with rustic charm is the hallmark of Eighteen Ninety. The menu features primarily American fare, and the shrimp and grits is a popular item. However, the small escargot plate offers a unique departure from the norm if you are willing to try it. While you’re there, ask your waitress about the celebrities that have dined there and their favorite dishes. Rumor has it that Tom Hanks is rather fond of the green beans.

Owner and chef Megan Potts curates the seasonal dishes at Restaurant Anise. Focused on giving diners an unmatched experience, Chef Potts draws influences from her travels all over the world to create unforgettable meals. The crispy pork belly with braised turnips and blueberry gastrique is a must-try.