The best restaurants in Temple

70 restaurants we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Semi-upscale chain for classic Italian fare served family-style in a relaxed, polished space.

10910 Domain Dr Ste 100 (Austin)

Semi-upscale chain for classic Italian fare served family-style in a relaxed, polished space.

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North Italia

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The Domain's buzzy, modern option with a patio for thin-crust pizzas & sophisticated Italian fare.

11506 Century Oaks Terrace Ste 124 (Austin)

The Domain's buzzy, modern option with a patio for thin-crust pizzas & sophisticated Italian fare.

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Fonda San Miguel

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Sophisticated takes on traditional Mexican cuisine served in a colorful, hacienda-style space.

2330 W N Loop Blvd (Austin)

Sophisticated takes on traditional Mexican cuisine served in a colorful, hacienda-style space.

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Chain eatery & bar serving a diverse menu of classic Italian fare in a family-friendly setting.

11590 Research Blvd (Austin)

Chain eatery & bar serving a diverse menu of classic Italian fare in a family-friendly setting.

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An array of sushi and other Japanese dishes rotates to diners' booths on a conveyor belt.

6929 Airport Blvd Ste 125 (Austin)

An array of sushi and other Japanese dishes rotates to diners' booths on a conveyor belt.

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Interstellar BBQ

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Chill operation specializing in BBQ beef & pork, along with sausages, sandwiches & side dishes.

12233 Ranch Rd 620 N Ste 105 (Austin)

Chill operation specializing in BBQ beef & pork, along with sausages, sandwiches & side dishes.

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Chick-fil-A

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Fast-food chain serving chicken sandwiches & nuggets along with salads & sides.

13229 Ranch Rd 620 N (Austin)

Fast-food chain serving chicken sandwiches & nuggets along with salads & sides.

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Casual spot serving steamed and pan-fried dumplings alongside a spread of Northern Chinese food and noodle dishes.

13729 Research Blvd #695 (Austin)

Casual spot serving steamed and pan-fried dumplings alongside a spread of Northern Chinese food and noodle dishes.

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Unfussy Tex-Mex spot showcasing fajitas, enchiladas and margaritas along with beer and cocktails.

9900 W Parmer Ln #220 (Austin)

Unfussy Tex-Mex spot showcasing fajitas, enchiladas and margaritas along with beer and cocktails.

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Whether your week needs crispy fried chicken, collard greens that taste like Sunday, or a slice of warm peach cobbler, Neon Moon Restaurant…

3701 S W S Young Dr (Killeen)

Whether your week needs crispy fried chicken, collard greens that taste like Sunday, or a slice of warm peach cobbler, Neon Moon Restaurant has that no-fuss comfort dialed in. Bonus points for Kafe Elixir inside, pouring fresh juices and smoothies that make “I’ll start eating better” feel doable.

From the Killeen newsletter, August 3, 2026

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Little Tokyo

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Craving a dinner that doubles as a show? Little Tokyo nails the hibachi theatrics with tender steak, shrimp, and veggies flying, then backs…

2497 E Central Texas Expy #101 (Killeen)

Craving a dinner that doubles as a show? Little Tokyo nails the hibachi theatrics with tender steak, shrimp, and veggies flying, then backs it up with a broad sushi lineup and a full bar. Perfect for birthdays, family hangs, or a low-key date.

From the Killeen newsletter, August 7, 2026

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Treat yourself this week at Water Street Waffle Co a Local Eatery, where Belgian-style Liège waffles are made fresh daily with imported…

116 S 1st St

Treat yourself this week at Water Street Waffle Co a Local Eatery, where Belgian-style Liège waffles are made fresh daily with imported flour and pearl sugar, crisp outside and soft within. Go for the waffles, stay for the friendly crew, fresh coffee, and that easygoing, community vibe.

From the Temple newsletter, August 3, 2026

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Make this week easier on your dinner plans with The Shack Caribbean Seafood and Grill, a proudly veteran and family owned kitchen serving a…

1612 E FM 2410 Rd (Harker Heights)

Make this week easier on your dinner plans with The Shack Caribbean Seafood and Grill, a proudly veteran and family owned kitchen serving a Caribbean flare to seafood favorites. Big flavors, saucy vibes, and plates that taste like sunshine will rescue your weeknight routine.

From the Killeen newsletter, August 4, 2026

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Skip the same-old dinner rotation this week and let Seoul Garden Temple handle your cravings with vibrant Korean flavors, fresh sushi…

7349 Honeysuckle #150

Skip the same-old dinner rotation this week and let Seoul Garden Temple handle your cravings with vibrant Korean flavors, fresh sushi rolls, and Japanese delicacies crafted with care. Authentic recipes, elegant plating, and warm vibes make it an easy go-to when you want something satisfying without the fuss.

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Papa Johns Pizza

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Pizza take-out & delivery chain offering classic & specialty pizzas, plus wings, sides & desserts.

2320 S 31st St Ste 106

Pizza take-out & delivery chain offering classic & specialty pizzas, plus wings, sides & desserts.

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Informal, pasta-focused restaurant serving homemade options and traditional sauces.

6406 N Interstate 35 Frontage Rd #2510 (Austin)

Informal, pasta-focused restaurant serving homemade options and traditional sauces.

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Wingstop

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Casual counter-serve chain serving a variety of chicken wings & sides.

3024 S 31st St

Casual counter-serve chain serving a variety of chicken wings & sides.

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Uchiko Austin

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Offshoot of the famed Uchi restaurant with upscale sushi & small plates in a farmhouse-chic space.

4200 N Lamar Blvd (Austin)

Offshoot of the famed Uchi restaurant with upscale sushi & small plates in a farmhouse-chic space.

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Swanky, Texas-themed chophouse showcasing USDA Prime steaks & seafood & an extensive wine list.

14 E Avenue A

Swanky, Texas-themed chophouse showcasing USDA Prime steaks & seafood & an extensive wine list.

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American restaurant dishing up comfort food such as pulled pork fries, in a casual setting.

2901 E Central Texas Expy (Killeen)

American restaurant dishing up comfort food such as pulled pork fries, in a casual setting.

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Counter-serve joint doling out all-American eats plus beer, wine & shakes in a cool space.

99 Old Waco Rd

Counter-serve joint doling out all-American eats plus beer, wine & shakes in a cool space.

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Casual, Italian eatery offering calzones, pasta and gelato, plus wine and gluten-free options.

1407 S 31st St Ste A

Casual, Italian eatery offering calzones, pasta and gelato, plus wine and gluten-free options.

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Jimmy's Egg

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Branch of a regional chain offering traditional American dishes for breakfast & lunch.

5408 W Adams Ave

Branch of a regional chain offering traditional American dishes for breakfast & lunch.

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Roma Pizzeria

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Casual pizzeria located inside the Temple Mall offers New York style pies and other Italian eats.

3111 S 31st St #3101

Casual pizzeria located inside the Temple Mall offers New York style pies and other Italian eats.

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In-N-Out Burger

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Classic burger chain serving customizable burgers, hand-cut fries & shakes.

2006 E Central Texas Expy (Killeen)

Classic burger chain serving customizable burgers, hand-cut fries & shakes.

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Fajita Kings

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Casual, clean eatery dishing up Mexican comfort food, cocktails and fajitas amid bright decor.

2006 S 31st St

Casual, clean eatery dishing up Mexican comfort food, cocktails and fajitas amid bright decor.

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Culture Cuisine

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Casual restaurant serving Puerto Rican and Filipino favorites such as pancit and chicken adobo.

903 E Rancier Ave (Killeen)

Casual restaurant serving Puerto Rican and Filipino favorites such as pancit and chicken adobo.

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Brisket, ribs & sides served up cafeteria-style in a no-frills setting with indoor picnic tables.

5621 E Central Texas Expy (Killeen)

Brisket, ribs & sides served up cafeteria-style in a no-frills setting with indoor picnic tables.

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Pho Van

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Bustling quick-service spot for pho, banh mi & other Vietnamese specialties in modern surrounds.

8557 Research Blvd #120 (Austin)

Bustling quick-service spot for pho, banh mi & other Vietnamese specialties in modern surrounds.

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Casual, family-run restaurant specializing in traditional Vietnamese plates and Chinese dishes.

12901 N Interstate Hwy 35 #1540 (Austin)

Casual, family-run restaurant specializing in traditional Vietnamese plates and Chinese dishes.

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Casual eatery for Texas-style BBQ brisket as well as burgers.

23330 SE H K Dodgen

Casual eatery for Texas-style BBQ brisket as well as burgers.

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Christian-inspired bakery dishing up comfort eats like burgers and biscuits, plus friendly service.

11 N 6th St

Christian-inspired bakery dishing up comfort eats like burgers and biscuits, plus friendly service.

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Buddy's Burger

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Straightforward fast-food locale offering housemade burgers & milkshakes, plus a take-out option.

9001 Cameron Rd Ste 101 (Austin)

Straightforward fast-food locale offering housemade burgers & milkshakes, plus a take-out option.

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17 South

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Cozy Italian eatery serving a menu of familiar favorites plus cocktails in a romantic setting.

17 S Main St

Cozy Italian eatery serving a menu of familiar favorites plus cocktails in a romantic setting.

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Miso Pick & Mix

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Korean and Japanese comfort foods, from bulgogi fries to noodle bowls, in a casual restaurant.

7011 Tanglehead Dr #110

Korean and Japanese comfort foods, from bulgogi fries to noodle bowls, in a casual restaurant.

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Let's Eat Texas

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Casual restaurant for Texan eats, from brisket to corn bread, plus cooking classes.

207 E Avenue D (Killeen)

Casual restaurant for Texan eats, from brisket to corn bread, plus cooking classes.

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Marco's Pizza

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Counter-serve chain serving up a menu of specialty or custom pizzas for takeout or delivery.

5408 W Adams Ave Suite 101

Counter-serve chain serving up a menu of specialty or custom pizzas for takeout or delivery.

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Megg's Cafe

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Relaxed spot for locally sourced breakfast dishes & sandwiches, plus craft brews & cocktails.

1749 Everton Dr

Relaxed spot for locally sourced breakfast dishes & sandwiches, plus craft brews & cocktails.

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Down-home BBQ place serving brisket, sausage & ribs with classic sides, desserts & craft beer.

300 E Central Ave (Belton)

Down-home BBQ place serving brisket, sausage & ribs with classic sides, desserts & craft beer.

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Casual barbecue joint dishing up brisket, chicken, sausage, ribs and more, plus fried dishes, mac 'n' cheese and pie.

441 N 38th St #500 (Killeen)

Casual barbecue joint dishing up brisket, chicken, sausage, ribs and more, plus fried dishes, mac 'n' cheese and pie.

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Laid-back eatery with generous portions of soul food classics, barbeque and chicken wings.

3601 Zephyr Rd (Killeen)

Laid-back eatery with generous portions of soul food classics, barbeque and chicken wings.

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Casual, clean restaurant for stir-fried noodles and dumplings, plus fried rice dishes such as hibachi.

2912 S 31st St

Casual, clean restaurant for stir-fried noodles and dumplings, plus fried rice dishes such as hibachi.

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Bebo's Pizza

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Casual option serving quick bites and small plates, including pizza, in a space with counter service and rooftop seating.

4202 E Veterans Memorial Blvd (Killeen)

Casual option serving quick bites and small plates, including pizza, in a space with counter service and rooftop seating.

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Classic pies with varied toppings, plus everyday pastas & hot subs, in a counter-serve setup.

1316 S 31st St

Classic pies with varied toppings, plus everyday pastas & hot subs, in a counter-serve setup.

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Fresh Bowl

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Vietnamese dishes, including noodles and soups such as pho.

1021 E Parmer Ln (Austin)

Vietnamese dishes, including noodles and soups such as pho.

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Craft beer & hearty Irish-style food served in a roomy bar with regular live music.

11 E Central Ave

Craft beer & hearty Irish-style food served in a roomy bar with regular live music.

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Black Meg 43

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Relaxed hub for burgers topped with farm-fresh veggies & house sauce, plus hot dogs & classic sides.

1406 E Rancier Ave #3731 (Killeen)

Relaxed hub for burgers topped with farm-fresh veggies & house sauce, plus hot dogs & classic sides.

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Austin mainstay since 1971 for burgers & onion rings in a vintage setting with curbside service.

7525 Burnet Rd (Austin)

Austin mainstay since 1971 for burgers & onion rings in a vintage setting with curbside service.

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Barley Swine

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Foodie hot spot serving a fixed-price menu with seasonal American small plates & a deep beer list.

6555 Burnet Rd #400 (Austin)

Foodie hot spot serving a fixed-price menu with seasonal American small plates & a deep beer list.

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Casual eatery for Korean eats, like bulgogi and kimchi fries, plus karaoke, bubble teas and beers.

3126 E Central Texas Expy #100 (Killeen)

Casual eatery for Korean eats, like bulgogi and kimchi fries, plus karaoke, bubble teas and beers.

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Big Hoss BBQ

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BBQ eatery dishing up brisket, ribs, and comfort sides in a casual setting.

9502 E Trimmier Rd (Killeen)

BBQ eatery dishing up brisket, ribs, and comfort sides in a casual setting.

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Egg Tuck

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Casual, clean chain spot known for soft-scrambled egg and bacon sandwiches and burritos, plus coffee and latte drinks.

2102 S 31st St Ste 120

Casual, clean chain spot known for soft-scrambled egg and bacon sandwiches and burritos, plus coffee and latte drinks.

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Handcrafted, wood-fired pizzas & an extensive menu of wine & beer in a hip, industrial-chic locale.

112 S 1st St

Handcrafted, wood-fired pizzas & an extensive menu of wine & beer in a hip, industrial-chic locale.

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Traditional, family-run barbecue restaurant offering brisket and ribs, plus other smoked meats and sides.

300 Morgan St (Harker Heights)

Traditional, family-run barbecue restaurant offering brisket and ribs, plus other smoked meats and sides.

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Oscar Store

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Easygoing American chophouse featuring steak, catfish & chicken in rustic surrounds with live bands.

8133 Oscar Spur

Easygoing American chophouse featuring steak, catfish & chicken in rustic surrounds with live bands.

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Trendy sushi joint with homestyle Japanese plates in a stylish, bamboo-accented space.

5301 Airport Blvd #100 (Austin)

Trendy sushi joint with homestyle Japanese plates in a stylish, bamboo-accented space.

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Homespun Southern eatery famous for chicken-fried steak, plus sandwiches, steaks, seafood & beer.

1219 S 1st St A

Homespun Southern eatery famous for chicken-fried steak, plus sandwiches, steaks, seafood & beer.

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Bubba's 33

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Burgers, pizza & beer served alongside many large-screen TVs showing sports & music videos.

3701 E Central Texas Expy (Killeen)

Burgers, pizza & beer served alongside many large-screen TVs showing sports & music videos.

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Breakfast spot (also lunch, dinner, brunch) with a menu of waffles (both plain and specialty), skillet eggs and other American staples such…

107 Water St (Belton)

Breakfast spot (also lunch, dinner, brunch) with a menu of waffles (both plain and specialty), skillet eggs and other American staples such as shrimp and grits or fried green tomatoes.

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Chain dishing up wings, tenders & burgers, plus sauces ranging from sweet to very spicy.

2202 S 31st St

Chain dishing up wings, tenders & burgers, plus sauces ranging from sweet to very spicy.

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Casual eatery serving plate lunches, like Hawaiian pulled pork, chicken, spam musubi and rice.

5610 N Interstate 35 Frontage Rd (Austin)

Casual eatery serving plate lunches, like Hawaiian pulled pork, chicken, spam musubi and rice.

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Mesquite-grilled Texas cuisine in a creekside 1927 building with indoor & outdoor dining.

219 S East St (Belton)

Mesquite-grilled Texas cuisine in a creekside 1927 building with indoor & outdoor dining.

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Sports bar & grill offering wings, burgers & more, plus trivia nights.

3000 E Central Texas Expy (Killeen)

Sports bar & grill offering wings, burgers & more, plus trivia nights.

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MOD Pizza

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Counter-serve, industrial-chic chain restaurant known for build-your-own pizzas.

2102 S 31st St Suite 160

Counter-serve, industrial-chic chain restaurant known for build-your-own pizzas.

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It's Just Wings

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Casual restaurant serving comfort food, such as wings and fries, for takeout or dine-in.

2601 E Central Texas Expy (Killeen)

Casual restaurant serving comfort food, such as wings and fries, for takeout or dine-in.

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Laid-back restaurant dishing up burgers, pasta dishes, wings, seafood platters and other fried eats, in a cozy setting.

211 E Hallmark Ave (Killeen)

Laid-back restaurant dishing up burgers, pasta dishes, wings, seafood platters and other fried eats, in a cozy setting.

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Phở Phong Lưu

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Unpretentious Vietnamese choice specializing in noodle soup, plus fried rice & spring rolls.

11800 Dessau Rd Ste 302 (Austin)

Unpretentious Vietnamese choice specializing in noodle soup, plus fried rice & spring rolls.

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Relaxed, hip eatery serving Cajun-style seafood boils plus crab baskets, burgers and Cajun-inspired snacks.

1701 E Central Texas Expy (Killeen)

Relaxed, hip eatery serving Cajun-style seafood boils plus crab baskets, burgers and Cajun-inspired snacks.

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Casual chain featuring egg dishes & other breakfast items, plus brunch sandwiches.

8012 Mesa Dr (Austin)

Casual chain featuring egg dishes & other breakfast items, plus brunch sandwiches.

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Smoked brisket, homemade sausage, steaks & sides dished up in a laid-back scene with Texas flair.

1217 S 57th St

Smoked brisket, homemade sausage, steaks & sides dished up in a laid-back scene with Texas flair.

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