We are lifelong members of the Goldthwaite community with family hailing from Central Texas for almost 100 years. In discussion about what we wanted for the town in the future, there came a dream of renovating our great-grandfather’s grocery store into a Texan proud mercantile and restaurant. Opening our doors in Goldthwaite in 2020, Southside Tavern offers a menu of dishes influenced by local ingredients, culinary traditions, and things you just can’t get ‘round here! We hope our food brings family and friends together. Our process is grounded in our commitment to fresh food and good service. Every recipe we create is something we personally enjoy. From the smallest dish to the simplest beverage, we’re here to make your experience with…
Cassandra Trevino
Got to check out Southside Tavern during our long drive. Prices were a little steep for a small town restaurant but the plates were big and super filling. They definitely didn’t skimp out on the portions! The wait time was really long to get our food but they do have it on the menu that their wait times are longer than normal due to making everything fresh. Thankfully we were not in a rush, I wouldn’t recommend it if you are wanting to be in and out. Our starter was the garlic cheese curds, I’ll give them a 8/10. My son got a bacon cheddar burger and gave it a 8/10, my husband got the road runner and gave it a 9/10 and I got the juicy pig sliders (I think that’s the name not 100%sure) and I’ll give them a 7/10. My only complaint about the sliders was that the pulled pork was a little more on the drier side. Overall it was good and we had a great experience. Our waitress was super friendly, attentive and answered any questions we had about the menu. We spent $76 for all 4 dishes and 2 soft drinks.
… moreNeal Behymer
In a small town like this from where this lovely Tavern is from it’s a very almost West Texas rustic feel, with plenty of good food good choices of liquor and plenty are enticing atmosphere to go around. Especially when it’s coupled with excellent service which is both warming and excellent and execution, this place is definitely a place where folks need to go to a little bit more since it seems it’s a little bit tucked away. From their wings to their burgers you can’t seem to go wrong, although we didn’t have any of the drinks perhaps next time create all in all this place is one of those places that I’ll never forget and will always go out of my way to go to
… moreсаша
This place is a hidden gem of Goldthwaite! I loved my Turkey avocado bacon sandwich. The owner is super generous and kind and the servers are very attentive. The decor of the Tavern is very cozy but with unique, rustic decor. One more thing that was an A+ in my book, is the fact that they use tallow to fry their items such as fries. It’s much healthier alternative, traditional, and tastes much better!
… moreCarlos De La Cruz
This place is awesome! Tucked right off 183 next to DPS. The food was great and came out incredibly fast. The owner was really friendly and even helped pick the perfect soda water. Highly recommend if you’re in Goldthwaite
… moreEric Hernandez
We love eating at Southside! We make the drive over at least once a month. Everything we’ve had is fantastic. What I really love is that they use beef tallow to fry with. Friday nights the special is chicken fried steak and it’s the best you’ll ever eat. There is a little bit of a wait so order some appetizers and drinks and enjoy the evening.
… moreShiloh Whitaker
Everything was really good, our server was so nice and very helpful. I got the pasta, it was Mac&cheese with Nashville Hot Chicken and it was SO GOOD! I I had to change anything add more cheese to the Mac & cheese. My mom got the road runner and she loved it! Def would recommend both, especially if you like spicy food, the Mac &cheese is great! 10/10 would recommend! The atmosphere is great too!
… moreEmily Santos
Good restaurant! We visited on a Thursday at lunch and there was plenty of open seating. The interior is nicely done. We ordered several burgers, chicken sandwich and the meatloaf sliders. Everything was pretty good. The fries were my favorite! The wait after ordering was a lot longer than expected and customer service was ok. We would visit again if hungry in the area.
… moreRose Batenhorst
If you want quality food that isn’t overpriced Southside is the place to go! Generous and flavorful food. Something for everyone here. Great atmosphere and friendly staff. Always has new food and specials to try. Best chicken friend steak and steaks in town! Wide variety of drinks alcoholic and non at very reasonable prices.
… moreSouTex Traveller
Top-notch restaurant/bar you’d expect to find in a much larger city! Located on the Goldthwaite square, not a fancy location, but very laid back with cool details like a local black walnut bar top milled by the owners.
Nice craft beer selection. Our fried green tomatoes (maybe pickled?) were crisp (great coating), hot and tasty.
Meatloaf medallions were moist and perfect with great sauce and her salad was huge and tasty.
Definitely worth a stop!
… moreTraci E
Wow!! Who knew such a great place existed in Goldthwaite? Well, the locals seem to love it. My sis and I stopped in for a snack on our travels and discovered an adorable store that serves up coffee and beverages, and an adjoining restaurant with a big bar that conjures up the old West. We had fried green tomatoes that were the best I’ve ever had, and cowboy bites, a delicious corn fritter with cream cheese and jalapeños. Mmmmm. Hit the spot! We will be back to this one!
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