Eats: I-20 b/t Shreveport and Dallas

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I'll be driving from Shreveport back to Dallas this weekend and need some good lunch restaurant suggestions between here and there. I don't mind driving 10 minutes or so off of I-20 for something good.

Thanks!

 

[SabreHorn]

Country Tavern on Hwy 31 half way between Kilgore & Tyler - best ribs anywhere. call to check on when they are open.

 

[FAST FRED]

Here's a review of The Country Tavern:


Reviewer's Comments: As the name implies, this is a tavern located just about midway between Tyler and Kilgore, Texas on Highway 31. The atmosphere is "tavern dark". In fact, when coming into the business out of the sun, it takes about two minutes for your eyes to adjust. The required dance floor and pool table are evident as are the longnecks. The main menu item is ribs. In fact, that constitutes by far the majority of their business. They are served one way, plated with potato salad, Texas toast and pickle spears. The sauce is on the table but don't bother. The price is a bit high at around $10 but the ribs cannot be beat. They are probably the best I have ever eaten. In fact, on the rare occasion that they are out of ribs, politely find another place to eat - nothing else on their menu comes close. If you are in this part of the world you owe it to yourself to try these ribs.

Ratings: I have rated ONLY the ribs and the service. The other areas, sides and etc. are secondary.


I've eaten here about five times.

It's a bit pricey, but the ribs are really good.

 

[RabidLonghorn]

Country Tavern ribs are the best ever, my grandfather ran Rose beer store near there and staying with them was a treat because of those ribs.

 

[TXSooner518]

i opened this thread to say Country Tavern, glad these fine folks beat me to it. Best pork ribs in the state BY FAR, and I have eaten Q at:

City Market, Luling
Louie Mueller's, Taylor
Kreutz Market, Lockhart
Cooper's, Llano
Black's, Lockhart
Hard 8, Stephenville

and plenty more. do yourself a favor.