{"id":333056,"date":"2026-06-12T02:42:21","date_gmt":"2026-06-12T02:42:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/333056\/"},"modified":"2026-06-12T02:42:21","modified_gmt":"2026-06-12T02:42:21","slug":"in-fort-worth-for-world-cup-here-are-20-restaurants-to-try","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/333056\/","title":{"rendered":"In Fort Worth for World Cup? Here are 20+ restaurants to try"},"content":{"rendered":"

If you are in Fort Worth for the first time, you\u2019ll soon realize there is an overwhelming amount of dining options.<\/p>\n

The city has a sneakily good restaurant scene, but barbecue and Tex-Mex are the two cuisines Fort Worth does really well.<\/p>\n

We put together a list of more than 20 restaurants worth trying. (We know it\u2019s a lot, but we had to give you a wide array of options.)<\/p>\n

Welcome to Fort Worth!<\/p>\n

Classic Fort Worth staples \"Bacon-cheeseburger Bacon-cheeseburger from Kincaid\u2019s in Fort Worth. Star-Telegram archives Kincaid\u2019s Hamburgers<\/a><\/p>\n

Location: 4901 Camp Bowie Blvd.<\/p>\n

Hours: 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily<\/p>\n

Known for: An 80-year-old hamburger joint that has been ranked the \u201cbest burger\u201d across the country, Texas and Fort Worth several times. Try the Cowtown Deluxe, a bacon, pimento jalape\u00f1o cheeseburger (Star-Telegram Eats Beat reporter Bud Kennedy suggests<\/a> this burger variation as a grilled chicken sandwich) with a side of onion rings.<\/p>\n

Carshon\u2019s Deli<\/a><\/p>\n

Location: 3133 Cleburne Road<\/p>\n

Hours: Monday to Saturday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Closed Sunday.<\/p>\n

Known for: One of Fort Worth\u2019s oldest restaurants that serves deli sandwiches, Mary Swift\u2019s daily-baked pie and breakfast. Try a Reuben or corned beef sandwich, homemade chili and a slice of pie.<\/p>\n

Reata<\/a><\/p>\n

Location: 530 Throckmorton St.<\/p>\n

Hours: 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. for lunch daily. 5 to 9 p.m. for dinner Sunday through Thursday, 5 to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday.<\/p>\n

Known for: Located downtown for 30 years now, serving \u201ccowboy cuisine.\u201d Try the chicken fried steak, steaks, tamales or jalapeno-cilantro soup.<\/p>\n

Cattlemen\u2019s Steak House<\/a><\/p>\n

Location: 2458 N. Main St.<\/p>\n

Hours: 11 a.m to 10 p.m. Monday to Thursday, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday and noon to 9 p.m. on Sunday.<\/p>\n

Known for: A Fort Worth Historic Stockyard staple since 1947, which recently received a facelift from \u201cYellowstone\u201d creator Taylor Sheridan<\/a> (did you know Fort Worth is a filming hotspot for the \u201cYellowstone\u201d universe<\/a>?). The Western restaurant serves steaks, chicken fried steak, chicken tortilla soup, smoked ribs, stuffed jalape\u00f1os and other Texas fare.<\/p>\n

Barbecue<\/p>\n

A pro tip for out-of-towners not familiar with Texas barbecue: Go early. Most barbecue joints are only open on select days due to the labor-intensive process of smoking meats. For the days restaurants are open, they will sell until they run out, which could be before their advertised closing time.<\/p>\n

\"A A combination plate at Goldee\u2019s Barbecue with turkey, sausage, brisket, ribs, beans and slaw plus homemade bread. Handout photo Goldee\u2019s Bar-B-Q<\/a><\/p>\n

Location: 4645 Dick Price Road<\/p>\n

Hours: 11 a.m to 3 p.m. Friday through Sunday.<\/p>\n

Known for: Not only is this barbecue joint on the Texas Michelin Guide<\/a> as a Bib Gourmand restaurant, but it was also ranked in Texas Monthly\u2019s Top 50 barbecue list<\/a> as No. 1 in 2021 and No. 3 in 2025. Yes, it was once the best rated barbecue restaurant in the whole Lone Star State. Goldee\u2019s is most famous for its brisket, but also serves good smoked turkey, pork belly and pork ribs. On Sundays, they serve bread pudding.<\/p>\n

Panther City BBQ<\/a><\/p>\n

Location: 201 E. Hattie St.<\/p>\n

Hours: 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday to Sunday. Closed Monday and Tuesday.<\/p>\n

Known for: Another Michelin-recommended restaurant and included in the Texas Monthly Top 50 list in both 2021 and 2025. They are popular for their \u201cTexas Trinity\u201d of brisket, jalape\u00f1o cheddar sausage and pork ribs.<\/p>\n

Dayne\u2019s Craft Barbecue<\/a><\/p>\n

Location: 100 S. Front St., Aledo (about 30 minutes from downtown Fort Worth)<\/p>\n

Hours: 7:30 a.m to 8 p.m. Thursday to Sunday. Closed Monday to Wednesday. Serves dinner on Friday and Saturday.<\/p>\n

Known for: The brisket, house-made sausage, and their OG Burger are popular entr\u00e9es. The Flamin\u2019 Hot street corn and bean Frito pies are unique sides. For dessert, try the banana bourbon pudding. One unique thing they offer is house-made kolaches in the morning.<\/p>\n

Tex-Mex \"Joe Margaritas are ready at Joe T. Garcia\u2019s. Star-Telegram archives Joe T. Garcia\u2019s<\/a><\/p>\n

Location: 2201 N. Commerce St.<\/p>\n

Hours: Open for lunch from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and dinner from 5 to 10 p.m., Monday to Thursday. On Fridays and Saturdays they are open all day from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Sunday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.<\/p>\n

Known for: This 91-year-old Stockyards staple serves famous margaritas and family-style fajitas. Kennedy suggests<\/a> the chile rellenos or Joe T\u2019s meal and to skip the enchiladas and go for more tacos. Important note: Joe T.\u2019s is cash only, with no reservations \u2014 but you can wait in line with a margarita.<\/p>\n

Pulido\u2019s<\/a><\/p>\n

Location: 2900 Pulido St.<\/p>\n

Hours: 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday to Thursday and 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Friday and Saturday.<\/p>\n

Known for: The traditional Tex-Mex restaurant was founded in 1967 in the Pulido Street building but has since been remodeled and updated. Try the old-fashioned enchiladas with chile con carne or mole sauce.<\/p>\n

Paloma Suerte<\/a><\/p>\n

Location: 122 E. Exchange Ave., Suite #280<\/p>\n

Hours: 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday to Thursday, 11 a.m. to midnight on Friday, 9 a.m. to midnight on Saturday and 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Sunday.<\/p>\n

Known for: A trendy and modern take on Tex-Mex from Chef Tim Love, with seafood, birria and short rib options. The tableside queso offers a dozen add-in options. Brunch is popular for their chilaquiles and steak huevos rancheros.<\/p>\n

Breakfast and brunch \"Scrambled Scrambled eggs with jalapenos, a pork chop, biscuits and hash browns at Montgomery Street Cafe. Bud Kennedy bud@star-telegram.com Montgomery Cafe<\/a><\/p>\n

Location: 2000 Montgomery St.<\/p>\n

Hours: 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday to Friday, 7 a.m. to noon Saturday.<\/p>\n

Known for: Where cowboys have dined for nearly 77 years. Classic breakfast of fluffy pancakes, biscuits and chicken fried steak. Daily specials include beef tips, meatloaf and fried chicken.<\/p>\n

Vickery Cafe<\/a><\/p>\n

Location: 2421 W. 7th St., Suite #109<\/p>\n

Hours: 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. daily<\/p>\n

Known for: Frequently listed as one of the best breakfasts in Fort Worth. The restaurant serves a Texas classic breakfast with mimosas, beer and wine options. They also serve steak burgers and lunch sandwiches.<\/p>\n

Paris Coffee Shop<\/a><\/p>\n

Location: 704 W. Magnolia Ave.<\/p>\n

Hours: 7 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Monday to Saturday, 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on Sunday.<\/p>\n

Known for: This may be the oldest restaurant in Fort Worth, open since 1926. They serve classic breakfast with omelettes, steak and eggs, biscuits and gravy. Try the chicken fried steak or meatloaf for lunch.<\/p>\n

Old Neighborhood Grill<\/a><\/p>\n

Location: 1633 Park Place Ave.<\/p>\n

Hours: 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday to Saturday and 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Sunday.<\/p>\n

Known for: Once recognized on a Texas Monthly list for best breakfasts<\/a>, Old Neighborhood Grill serves classic home cooked meals. Try the pork chops and eggs, chili or chicken fried steak.<\/p>\n

Dinner \"The The Pad Thai at the new Ko Thai restaurant on Magnolia Avenue in Fort Worth on Tuesday, April 29, 2025. Chris Torres ctorres@star-telegram.com Ko Thai<\/a><\/p>\n

Location: 725 W. Magnolia Ave.<\/p>\n

Hours: 11 a.m to 10 p.m. Sunday to Thursday and 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. on Friday and Saturday.<\/p>\n

Known for: One of the best Thai restaurants in Fort Worth with upper balcony seating. Try the chicken pad thai, crying tiger, beef kra paw and a roasted whole chicken (E San Classic).<\/p>\n

Woodshed Smokehouse<\/a><\/p>\n

Location: 3201 Riverfront Dr.<\/p>\n

Hours: 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday to Thursday, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Friday, 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. Saturday and 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday.<\/p>\n

Known for: Open air restaurant with a view of the Trinity River and live music on occasion. Great for barbecue, lunch and burgers. Try the Kick Ass Nachos with pulled pork or the Bulgogi Beef tacos with kimchi.<\/p>\n

Piattello Italian Kitchen<\/a><\/p>\n

Location: 5924 Convair Dr., Unit #412<\/p>\n

Hours: 5 to 9 p.m. Sunday to Thursday and 5 to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday.<\/p>\n

Known for: Piattello was named one of Texas\u2019 best new restaurants the year it opened in 2017. The menu has fresh, house-made pastas with light sauces and a small offering of thin-crust pizzas. Try the cacio e pepe and asparagus Milanese, strawberry-beet salad or eggplant parmigiana.<\/p>\n

Beren Meze & Grill House<\/a><\/p>\n

Location: 1216 6th Ave.<\/p>\n

Hours: 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday to Thursday and 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. on Friday and Saturday.<\/p>\n

Known for: Family owned Turkish restaurant with lunch and dinner specials. Dishes include Adana, doner kebab, a 22-ounce Texas rib-eye with grilled jalape\u00f1os, lamb chops, pink sultan dip, chicken kebabs.<\/p>\n

Happy Hours and specials \"Vegan Vegan queso dips just like the real thing at HG Sply Co. in Trophy Club. Bud Kennedy bud@star-telegram.com HG SPLY CO.<\/a> Happy Hour<\/p>\n

Location: 1621 River Run, Suite #176<\/p>\n

Hours: Happy hour is Monday to Friday from 3 to 6 p.m.<\/p>\n

Known for: This restaurant hosts a large outdoor patio along the Trinity River. They are known for healthy, scratch made meals (very allergy friendly). Happy Hour offers half off cocktails, $4 beers, $7 wine and 50 percent off appetizers. Try a cucumber smash ($7 on Happy Hour) with the vegan queso or cochinita nachos.<\/p>\n

Hudson House<\/a> Happy Hour<\/p>\n

Location: 4600 Dexter Ave.<\/p>\n

Hours: Happy hour is Monday to Friday from 3 to 6 p.m.<\/p>\n

Known for: East-coast inspired restaurant with sushi, lobster roll and oysters flown in daily. The Happy Hour offers half off martinis, bellinis and wine by the glass. Oysters are $3 and a burger is served for $10. Try any of the happy hour specials \u2013 all are good, you can\u2019t go wrong.<\/p>\n

Cousin\u2019s BBQ<\/a> specials<\/p>\n

Location: 5125 Bryant Irvin Road<\/p>\n

Hours: 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday to Saturday, closed Sundays. BOGO deals<\/a> are from Monday to Wednesday all day.<\/p>\n

Known for: On Mondays, buy-one-get-one sandwich plate (brisket, sausage, pulled pork, chicken options). On Tuesday, buy-one-get-one free loaded baked potatoes (you can top with barbecue meat). On Wednesday, buy-one-get-one barbecue platters (one, two or three meats with two sides and Texas toast).<\/p>\n

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