American bistro fare & notable wines presented in cozy, charming surrounds with outdoor seating.
Tu Hoang
The food was great! The chef let us tested a dish and it was delicious. The staff were nice and attentive. I’m pregnant so I requested a mocktail off the menu and the barista understood his assignment. I definitely come back if I’m in town again. The only thing is the menu is limited, but the quality is good.
… moreAndrew
This restaurant is as gorgeous as the food is delicious. We started with the wedge and the sausage and pimento. Both were out of this world with flavor and looked great. The duck was fantastic and the salmon was cooked perfectly. Both Katelyn and Crystal made us feel so welcome and went above and beyond to make sure our every need was catered to. Thank you for a wonderful experience.
… moreRobert Dorsey
This is was such a perfect dinner spot! The food was mind blowing, the atmosphere is chic, and the staff were all so incredibly helpful! My favorite appetizer was the blue crab dip, their pork chop is out of this world and one of their most popular items for a good reason! I would suggest calling ahead to make a reservation to ensure you have a table when you arrive, but 10/10! We will absolutely be back to this one!
… moreMorgan Jacob
Food is ok, not great. Most appetizer options are seafood so we didn’t order one. We ordered a ribeye and tenderloin. The ribeye was very chewy, seemed like a low quality. Tenderloin was tender but not much taste. Dessert was really good – chocolatr creme brulee. Wouldn’t have been a bad experience if it wasnt for the staff and the bar area. I made reservations but we were sat in the corner of the bar. The walls and window coverings are so cheap looking. And the bartender was so obnoxious. She was so loud and complained and gossiped the whole time, ruining our intimate date night.
… moreArielle Allen
Tasty tasty! Exceptional service. Pricy but well worth it. The specials were great. In particular the rib on cilantro rice was so delicious. Also enjoyed the bone marrow and ceviche apps. The sweet potato chips-so good! Recommended for sure.
… moreRonald Plogman
My spouse and I chose Bryans on 290 to celebrate our anniversary, and we couldn’t have picked a better place. The entire experience—from the food to the service—was truly amazing.
The food was perfection! Every dish was clearly prepared with care. Even when one of our items arrived slightly cold (a small hiccup), the staff and management immediately swooped in and did everything they could to make it right. They handled it with such professionalism and grace that it actually reinforced how dedicated they are to their guests.
The service was impeccable throughout the evening. Our server was attentive, friendly, and knowledgeable, making us feel genuinely celebrated.
This is a fantastic establishment, and it was a great place to celebrate our anniversary. We highly recommend Bryans on 290 and can’t wait to return!
… moreLauren Gautreau
Food was delicious, but the highlight of our entire experience was the service and fantastic conversation with our server/bartender Kaitlyn. From the moment we were sat, we felt so welcome and taken care of.
Kaitlyn was and always is incredibly attentive and friendly. I love how she takes the time to chat with us, offering a personalized experience that makes/made our night feel really special. For dinner, we started with the red fish chowder and ended with the filet mignon with mashed potatoes and macaroni for the sides. Both dishes were cooked perfectly, and the flavors were fantastic. While the restaurant itself is beautiful and the food is great, it was the exceptional service that will have us coming back again and again.
If you’re looking for a top-notch dining experience with friendly, knowledgeable, and genuinely fun service, consider asking for Kaitlyn. You won’t be disappointed!!
… moreTres Davis
Bryan’s on 290 should be a “must eat” when you are in Johnson City (or near it). We have been twice, and the service has been spot-on both times. The food is excellent, and their Lemon Tart is worth the calories.
This is one of the very few restaurants in the Highland Lakes area that will start you off with an amuse bouche. In this case it was an unbelievably tasty salmon pate. We started our meal with East Coast Oysters and Steamed Mussels. Both were fresh and delicious.
Four our entrees I had Jumbo Grilled Shrimp on Grits, they were amazing. My husband had their Smoked Prime Pork Chop, also excellent.
Both times we have eaten here our meals were superb and, as a bonus, their patio is dog friendly!
… moreSheeny Parvez
Everything was fantastic, down to the details. For example, I hoarded the cocktail sauce off the shrimp cocktail platter after apps were cleared because it was too good to let go. The shrimp were perfectly poached, by the way. The brussel sprouts had a beautiful Maillard throughout every layer. Both salads were fantastic and thoughtfully designed, down to the Spanish anchovies on the Caesar and the chunky bleu on the wedge. Speaking of bleu cheese, the cocktail menu was fantastic, contained my favorite premium spirits, and every drink we tried was a hit. I don’t usually like fried food, but the schnitzel was the best I’ve had. It had a nice crunchy exterior without being too heavy. The meat was juicy, and the gravy was so good I asked for an extra side of it. And then we got an extra order of schnitzel for the table. The green beans were also awesome, with a nice char flavor contrasting the dill beurre blanc! I will be recreating that at home since we got to chat with the chef after dinner! From someone who doesn’t usually opt for sweets, do not skip dessert! We had the pecan pie and chocolate creme brulee. The whipped cream on the pecan pie was light and tasted of real vanilla bean. The caramel was rich and buttery. The chocolate ganache in the brulee was a wonderfully complex dark chocolate, and both deserts were rich in flavor without being too sweet. Definitely would go back next time we’re in JC.
… morePriscilla Cruz
Amazing food. We came to eat here for lunch after a hike, it hit the spot for sure. We meet the chef Jason, he was really nice. Service was excellent very personable. The pork belly pineapple rice is awesome, I would drive all the way from San Antonio to eat here.
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