Kilgore Guide

Dining in
Kilgore

Food Scene

  • Barbecue is the main event — a few local pitmasters take it seriously and it shows
  • Tex-Mex is well-represented with family-run places that have been around for years
  • Comfort food dominates: chicken fried steak, fried catfish, and cobbler are standard
  • The college crowd keeps a handful of burger and pizza spots in business year-round

Local Favorites

  • Small-batch barbecue joints that smoke brisket and ribs daily
  • Family-owned Tex-Mex restaurants with combo plates and house-made salsa
  • Diner-style breakfast spots with biscuits and gravy
  • Fried catfish houses with hushpuppies and sweet tea
  • Pizza and burger places near campus that cater to the student crowd

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