Food & Drink
Breakfast Restaurant and Family Restaurant
Winner: Cracker Barrel
A chain and region favorite that embraces Southern comfort and culture, customers see by both the offerings on the menu and the items in the gift store that Cracker Barrel is a haven for down-home. Taste and see the American South at Cracker Barrel.
Runner Up for Breakfast Restaurant: Sue & Carol’s Kitchen
Runner Up for Family Restaurant: Mother Kelley’s Home Cooking
Brewery
Winner: Red Bone Magic Brewing Red Bone Magic Brewing on Texas Boulevard is one of the latest manifestations of the rennaissance of Texarkana’s downtown. Located at the gateway to downtown, Red Bone Magic Brewing offers a range of beers made on location, as well as a simple menu of bar food, including oven-baked pizza. “Make Texarkana fun again,” is the establishment’s motto.
Runner Up: Pecan Point Brewing Company
Brunch, Caterer and Desserts
Winner: Julie’s Deli & Market With sandwiches , daily specials, desserts and more, this local deli makes its offerings fresh to order. With a Sunday morning brunch and occasional menu surprises, check in regularly to see what’s new at Julie’s Deli. Rumor has it this place has some of the best deviled eggs in the city.
Runner Up for Brunch: Benchmark American Brasserie
Runner Up for Caterer: Chef on the Run
Runner Up for Desserts: Small Cakes
Buffet
Winner: Golden Corral Buffet & Grill The Golden Corral franchise has served and continues to serve as buffet central for thousands of all-you-can-eat fans from miles around. Producing and delivering quality cuisine made from scratch each day remains the steadfast goal of this buffet specialty outlet.
Runner Up: Golden Palace