25 Essential Garland Institutions
From neighborhood classics to high-wire tasting rooms, these are the places shaping the modern dining identity of Garland.
Intrinsic Smokehouse Brewery + BBQ Catering
Texas
Housemade beer & soda, plus Texas-style BBQ served in a funky, industrial-chic environment.
Don Burger
Texas
Straightforward operation whipping up traditional & creative burgers along with fried snacks.
JJ’s cafe garland
Texas
an everyday essential favorite for readers tracking Garland's most persuasive brunch restaurant rooms, anchored by a Beam Score of 86.5.
Darren's American Grill
Garland, Texas
Steaks, sandwiches & other comfort food, plus breakfast, in a relaxed place with a bar & TVs.
Tranky's Tacos
Garland, Texas
Service options: Outdoor seating, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Serves local specialty. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility.
Gloria's Latin Cuisine
Garland, Texas
Family-friendly chain featuring Salvadoran & Tex-Mex favorites, plus mojitos & margaritas.
Golden Corral
Garland, Texas
Family-friendly buffet chain featuring all-you-can-eat American fare, plus salad & dessert bars.
Jimmy's Big Burgers
Garland, Texas
Service options: Outdoor seating, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility.
Main Street Deli
Garland, Texas
Sandwiches, subs, wraps & soups are offered at the counter in a casual storefront space.
Ernesto's Mexican Restaurant
Garland, Texas
Traditional Mexican fare served in a bright venue with kitschy decor & a cantina-style bar.
Đoàn Chả Ốc - Giò Chả & Tofu
Garland, Texas
Pho & a full Vietnamese menu are offered in a simple, modern setting with a BYOB policy.
Griff's Hamburgers
Garland, Texas
Long-running counter-service chain offering classic fast food including burgers, fries & milkshakes.
India Garden
Garland, Texas
Spiced-to-order Indian cuisine & classic decor in a strip-mall eatery with a buffet & Sunday brunch.
Dairy Queen
Garland, Texas
Soft-serve ice cream & signature shakes top the menu at this classic burger & fries fast-food chain.
The Garland Grill and Bar
Garland, Texas
Unfussy bar & grill serving burgers, sandwiches & breakfast fare, plus spirits in humble surrounds.
Cristina's Fine Mexican Restaurant
Garland, Texas
Informal Tex-Mex fare & margaritas star at this roomy branch of a statewide chain.
Del Rancho Authentic Mexican Food
Garland, Texas
Service options: Outdoor seating, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Great dessert, Live music.
Firehouse Subs Firewheel
Garland, Texas
Counter-serve sandwich chain offering made-to-order hot & cold subs, plus a variety of hot sauces.
Tom Yum Thai
Garland, Texas
The Southeast Asian favorites are available at 5 spice levels at this sleek, modern cafe.
The Catch: Garland
Garland, Texas
Service options: No-contact delivery, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Serves local specialty. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner.
Soulman's Bar-B-Que
Garland, Texas
Casual Texas-style BBQ chain serving ribs, sandwiches, plates & family-style meal options.
In-N-Out Burger
Garland, Texas
Classic burger chain serving customizable burgers, hand-cut fries & shakes.
Norma's Mexican Restaurant
Garland, Texas
This bright, unfussy locale serves familiar Tex-Mex mains such as fajitas, tacos & enchiladas.
Charleys Cheesesteaks and Wings
Garland, Texas
Counter-service chain offering a range of Philly-style cheesesteaks, loaded fries & lemonades.
Koshary Time
Garland, Texas
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance, Wheelchair accessible parking lot.