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The Mill House is a restaurant located in downtown Lufkin, Texas, offering a menu centered on American cuisine with a variety of familiar and shareable dishes. The menu features items such as the Chicken Salad Sandwich Lunch Special, Baked Brie Plate, Ultimate Grilled Cheese with Tomato Soup, and a distinctive Redneck Poutine. Alongside small plates, diners can enjoy a selection of cheese and meat boards, flatbreads, and salads. The venue is characterized by its brick-walled interior and a calm, inviting atmosphere that reflects a small-town charm. The space includes a notable back patio area, providing an additional dining option. The Mill House also offers a carefully curated wine and beer list, complementing its food offerings. Known for focusing on portion size and flavor, the restaurant balances casual dining with attentive service. The Mill House occupies a distinctive place in Lufkin's local dining scene by combining a relaxed ambiance with a menu that showcases classic American dishes alongside shareable plates and desserts, establishing itself as a notable spot for both lunch and dinner occasions.
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Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
- Delivery
Highlights
- Fast service
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Great wine list
- Live music
- Serves local specialty
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Quiet
- Romantic
- Trendy
- Upscale
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- Tourists
Reviews for Restoration Bistro
Review highlights
Based on 297 reviewsThe Mill House in Lufkin, TX, consistently receives praise for its inviting ambiance, characterized by a charming small-town feel and a cozy, attractive setting including a notable back patio. Reviewers frequently highlight the attentive and friendly service, contributing to a warm dining experience. The menu offers a variety of American dishes, often appreciated for good flavor and generous portions, particularly with shareable plates and standout desserts like crème brûlée and chocolate lava cake. While the overall food quality is well-regarded, some feedback points to occasional inconsistencies in dish execution, such as texture concerns and portion sizes in certain entrees. The beverage selection, including wine, beer, and sangria, is also noted as a strength. Overall, The Mill House is favored for its pleasant atmosphere, reliable service, and flavorful, well-portioned American cuisine, making it a popular local dining destination.
First off the Sangria was delightful. I liked the small shareable plates versus the big dinner plates. My husband was opposite me. Haha The recommended warm Chocolate Lava Cake with vanilla ice cream, fruit, Carmel & Raspberry sauce was shared and Great!!!
Great service by Gracie! Loved the calming ambiance and small town charm with brick walls and top-notch dining.
Beautiful place! Staff was very friendly and attentive. However, had the meat loaf, ate it all due to amazing flavor butttttt the texture was a little off due to the beef being over worked and turned into tofu/ a brownie pan of meat.... There wasn't a tomato sauce, which completes what a meatloaf is. Mash potatoes were almost non existing due to small portion. Vegetables were awesome.
Pros: decent menu variety, good service, delicious dessert, pleasant atmosphere, good flavor for American food Cons: it's American food Fantastic restaurant in downtown Lufkin! I was excited to eat here and they did not disappoint. I'm not fond of American food, but this place had good food in spite of that. I do strongly recommend their desserts, specifically the creme brulee--it's huge and satisfying! It was great to see an old building being reused, and how they've utilized the interior is really heartening. Major props, please keep up the good work!
Fantastic quaint restaurant with great service and pricing. Nice wine and beer selection. The food portions are phenomenal. Lovely vibe with an amazing back patio.
Someone suggested we try this place out. It was a great little quaint surprise. A hidden little gem for the small town of Lufkin. The food was pretty good & it wasn’t an overwhelming amount. The staff were great as well. My hubby & I will be back for more nights to remember (I may stop by for lunch or for a dessert.
Asked s couple folks while walking around downtown Lufkin for a good lunch place with a patio. They pointed us toward Restoration Bistro. Definitely a regular lunch stop for quite a few people. Accommodating by allowing a small dog on patio. Food was quick and service was good. Atmosphere is great inside. Lunch specials are a half sandwich and a side. The fried green tomatoes were excellent and disappeared to fast for a picture. Fresh iced tea.
I love the atmosphere at Restoration Bistro, it's perfect for brunch, a date night, or even a wine night with the girls! Our service could've been a little better, but I think our waitress could've been new. The food and mimosas were great, I especially loved the baked brie plate. I would recommend and would definitely go back!
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Opening hours
- Monday (Today) Closed
- Tuesday 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
- Wednesday 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
- Thursday 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
- Friday 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
- Saturday 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
- Sunday Closed
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