Henderson Guide

Dining in
Henderson

Food Scene

  • Barbecue and plate lunches are the backbone of the local food scene
  • Tex-Mex spots run by families who've been cooking here for decades
  • Catfish houses do fried fillets and hushpuppies the East Texas way
  • Prices are low — a full lunch rarely breaks $12

Local Favorites

  • Barbecue joints with pit-smoked brisket and ribs
  • Tex-Mex restaurants with combo plates and fresh salsa
  • Southern plate lunch diners with daily rotating specials
  • Catfish and seafood houses
  • Small-town burger stands

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