The Beef House American Food in Texas

"The Beef House in Garland holds a very special place in my memories. I used to come here as a child with my parents throughout the 1970s, and I believe the last time I visited was sometime around 1981 or 1982. Recently, my wife and I decided to make the three-hour drive purely out of nostalgia, and I’m happy to say I was not disappointed. The food was excellent, the service was friendly and attentive, and the overall experience brought back a flood of great childhood memories. It’s rare to revisit a place after so many years and have it live up to — or even exceed — those memories, but The Beef House absolutely did. If and when we’re back in the area, we will definitely make it a point to visit again."

"Really wanted to try this place as I heard it was the oldest restaurant in Garland and has been around for about 70 years!!! I also can’t pass up an old vintage sign like the one they have…So my mom and I tried it out for the first time about two weeks ago and loved it!! Everything was great. There was an old school diner/cafe feel about it. Very relaxed. Our waitress was very sweet and helpful with anything we needed! And the food was awesome. My mom got the grilled hamburger steak and I had a breakfast sandwich. Both were delicious. We also had an amazing piece of chocolate pie. Yum! And how can you go wrong with that beautiful, retro, sign out front? Everything was great, we definitely recommend and will be back!!"

"Don't let the parking lot or the outward appearances of this restaurant scare you off. It's been around for many decades and the interior has never been updated. Some of the booths are pretty worn but keeping costs down keep their prices down. Great quality food for a really low price. Have a lunch special everyday and and all you can eat dinner every night. We had the Sunday pot roast dinner; large portion of beef, potatoes, and carrots, plus two additional veggies of your choice AND banana pudding all for $10. It was so much food that both people in our party took leftovers home with them. Also, who else only charges $1 for drinks? I'll be going back again and again"

"Visited the Beef House yesterday for the first time in 40 years. Not much has changed, which is a great thing. So grateful these old diners still exist, and I hope people take time to visit after 77 years of serving. Some of the same specials are still on the menu. Service was fantastic! Food was equally as good. I’m definitely heading back soon for the Pot Roast, Enchiladas and Fried Catfish!"

"Went there a few weeks ago and still craving what I ordered that day. I went with my dad and brother who got this steak platter it was decent, was expecting better but we still ate it! I had the bacon cheeseburger with fries and man it was good. Y’all definitely need to try. Staff was friendly"

"A nostalgic point. Since 1974 was.our breakfast for the champions. My Nanny and I we lived about 1/4 of a mile from here. House is still the mother ship. The food is SO SO MUCH BETTER prepared now in the 21st century with new ownership...HowDone!! Loved it first time i have been back in 20 years"

"We were in mood for basic Texas food for dinner. We accidentally ran across Beef House American Food. It's only about 15 minutes from our house, but in a direction we don't normally go. The chicken fried steak, mashed potatoes, and green beans were what any good Texas diner would have been serving for the last 50 years. The special for the night on Sunday was the pot roast. The serving was large, the pot roast was tender, and the vegetables were good. The rolls were excellent--warm and yeasty. Certainly nothing fancy, but very good for the type of food it is. The only improvement on the food front would have been to have real butter instead of spread. The physical environment was comfortable as a diner, but a little bit dim. An update from florescent to modern LED lighting that was warmer and brighter would be an improvement. The staff were attentive and prompt. The restaurant is tucked away in the far corner of a shopping center building, and it was a bit difficult to find. Don't be put off by the outside appearance. When you want a break from fancy and expensive, I recommend you give it a try. We'll be back."

"We had fast, friendly service at peak lunchtime. My chicken fried chicken was delicious, as was my husband's cheeseburger. He certainly got a lot of fries! The crust stayed in the chicken fried chicken... I hate it when the crust slides off! The beans were good. Tasted like my mom's. The mac and cheese was good, I think it was maybe made with velveeta, but still was good comfort food. I like a good old fashioned diner and this is one of the best around."