Explore Belton Dining

From casual bites to fine dining, discover the flavors of our community.

A photo of the food at Thai Café

Thai Café

Thai

Small, relaxed Thai eatery serving favorites like pad thai, green curry, tom yum soup.

A photo of the food at Taj Indian Restaurant

Taj Indian Restaurant

Indian

Temple’s only full-service Indian restaurant, offering a lunch buffet and dinner menu of North Indian cuisine.

A photo of the food at Mee Mee’s Authentic Thai Cuisine

Mee Mee’s Authentic Thai Cuisine

Thai

Family‑owned spot for aromatic curries, wok‑fired noodles & Thai classics made from scratch.

A photo of the food at Pizza PieRos

Pizza PieRos

Pizzeria

Independently-owned pizzeria serving New York-style pizza (whole pies and slices), hot subs, and salads.

A photo of the food at Taqueria “Los Dos Amigos”

Taqueria “Los Dos Amigos”

Mexican Taqueria

Humble taqueria known for authentic Mexican street tacos, burritos, gorditas, breakfast tacos, and menudo.

A photo of the food at Narunya’s Modern Thai

Narunya’s Modern Thai

Thai

Modern Thai eatery serving authentic Thai curries, noodles, and stir-fries made from family recipes.

A photo of the food at Expo Quik Stop

Expo Quik Stop

Country Fast-Food

Convenient pit-stop eatery (inside gas station) known for its BBQ sandwiches and country breakfast biscuits.

A photo of the food at Los Compadres Street Tacos

Los Compadres Street Tacos

Mexican, Food Truck

Belton food‑truck serving authentic street tacos, birria & aguas frescas under a covered patio.

A photo of the food at Taqueria Mexicano Grille

Taqueria Mexicano Grille

Mexican Taqueria

Local mini-chain of authentic taquerias offering a wide variety of Mexican dishes. Popular for breakfast burritos.

A photo of the food at El Puerto de Jalisco

El Puerto de Jalisco

Mexican

Local Mexican restaurant featuring Jalisco-style cooking. Large menu including tacos, parrilladas, seafood, breakfast.

A photo of the food at Melody’s Brunch & Bar

Melody’s Brunch & Bar

Brunch, Cocktails, Bar

Elegant downtown brunch lounge pouring colorful craft cocktails & hosting upscale events.

A photo of the food at Blackbird Books & Spirits

Blackbird Books & Spirits

Bookshop, Café, Cocktail Bar

Downtown bookstore‑bar blending shelves of new & used titles with craft cocktails, wine & lively events.

A photo of the food at Blessings Restaurant & Bakery

Blessings Restaurant & Bakery

Bakery, Breakfast/Lunch

Family‑owned downtown café serving homestyle breakfast, burgers, salads & scratch‑made bakery sweets.

A photo of the food at McCain’s Bakery & Cafe

McCain’s Bakery & Cafe

Bakery/Café

Enduring family-run café known for scratch-made pies, cakes, breads, and hearty country breakfast/lunch plates.

A photo of the food at Peggy’s Coffee House

Peggy’s Coffee House

Coffee Shop

Quirky local coffee shop inside Temple Mall offering creative lattes, smoothies, pastries, and Death Wish Coffee.

A photo of the food at OakFire Pizza & Brewing

OakFire Pizza & Brewing

Pizza, Brewery, Bar

Wood‑fired pizzeria & nano‑brewery with rooftop patio overlooking historic downtown Belton.

A photo of the food at First Street Roasters

First Street Roasters

Coffee Shop

Downtown coffee shop that roasts its own beans. Serves specialty coffees, teas, pastries, and light cafe meals.

A photo of the food at Treno Pizzeria & Taproom

Treno Pizzeria & Taproom

Pizza/Gastropub

Hip downtown eatery serving artisanal wood-fired pizzas, Italian small plates, and craft beer.

A photo of the food at Mocha Nut Coffee

Mocha Nut Coffee

Coffee Shop

Local coffee house known for creative lattes and flavored coffees. Serves breakfast items, smoothies, and pastries.

A photo of the food at Mas Fajitas

Mas Fajitas

Tex-Mex

Small regional Tex-Mex chain serving sizzling fajitas, enchiladas, and margaritas.

A photo of the food at Fiesta Salado

Fiesta Salado

Mexican (Veracruz), Brunch

Cozy, family‑run taquería dishing fresh, from‑scratch Mexican plates & house‑made salsas downtown.

A photo of the food at Rusty Shells Seafood

Rusty Shells Seafood

Seafood, Cajun

Casual Cajun‑style seafood joint dishing boils, fried platters & fresh crawfish by the pound.

A photo of the food at Chupacabra Craft Beer & Salado Lone Star Winery

Chupacabra Craft Beer & Salado Lone Star Winery

Bar, Wine, Wings, Burgers

Eclectic taproom with 60+ Texas craft beers, 250+ wines, pub bites & live music in downtown Salado.

A photo of the food at Yanagi Japanese Steak & Sushi

Yanagi Japanese Steak & Sushi

Japanese Steakhouse/Sushi

Independent Japanese hibachi grill and sushi restaurant offering tableside cooking shows and full sushi menu.

A photo of the food at Nami Japanese Steak & Sushi

Nami Japanese Steak & Sushi

Japanese Steakhouse

Japanese hibachi grill and sushi bar offering tableside teppanyaki cooking and a full sushi menu.

A photo of the food at La Riv Kitchen & Bar

La Riv Kitchen & Bar

Italian, Steakhouse, Bar

Upscale Italian kitchen firing wood‑grilled steaks, house‑made pastas & craft cocktails in stylish digs.

A photo of the food at The Commonwealth Texas

The Commonwealth Texas

American, Bar, Brunch

Modern community hub with all‑day café, craft bar, upscale dining & pickleball courts under one roof.

A photo of the food at Crow’s Burgers

Crow’s Burgers

Burgers, American

Old‑school carry‑out shack slinging award‑winning griddled burgers, fries, shakes & onion rings since 1985.

A photo of the food at Backporch Drafthouse

Backporch Drafthouse

Bar, Burgers

Laid‑back porch‑style bar pouring 40+ Texas craft beers with gourmet burgers, tacos & scratch pub fare.

A photo of the food at Schoepf’s BBQ

Schoepf’s BBQ

Barbecue

Renowned Texas barbecue spot featured on Food Network, offering mesquite-smoked meats, Tex-Mex sides, and live music.

A photo of the food at Miller’s Smokehouse

Miller’s Smokehouse

Barbecue

Family-owned BBQ joint (Texas Monthly Top 50) serving smoked brisket, ribs, and scratch sides (plus breakfast tacos and kolaches).

A photo of the food at Sol de Jalisco (Belton)

Sol de Jalisco (Belton)

Tex-Mex

Family‑friendly cantina offering extensive Jalisco‑style Mexican plates & full bar from breakfast to late.

A photo of the food at Mario’s Seafood & Mexican Grill

Mario’s Seafood & Mexican Grill

Mexican/Seafood

Locally owned spot blending Mexican and seafood cuisine – known for seafood fajitas, ceviche, fish tacos.

A photo of the food at Alexander’s Craft Cocktails

Alexander’s Craft Cocktails

Upscale American

Upscale dining experience along Salado Creek. Features chef-crafted New American cuisine and craft cocktails.

A photo of the food at Bird Creek Brewing

Bird Creek Brewing

Brewery/Gastropub

Downtown microbrewery and brewpub serving house-made craft beers and a gastropub food menu.

A photo of the food at Pignetti’s Italian Restaurant

Pignetti’s Italian Restaurant

Italian

Locally-owned fine Italian restaurant offering authentic pastas, wood-fired pizzas, steaks, and an extensive wine list.

A photo of the food at Sol de Jalisco (Temple)

Sol de Jalisco (Temple)

Tex-Mex

Family-operated Mexican restaurant serving classic Tex-Mex dishes.

A photo of the food at Terlingua on Main

Terlingua on Main

Tex-Mex Cantina

Texas-style cantina inspired by Big Bend, serving Tex-Mex classics and cocktails.

A photo of the food at 17 South (Seventeen South)

17 South (Seventeen South)

Italian Steakhouse

Contemporary Italian-American steakhouse featuring premium steaks, Italian-inspired pastas, and craft cocktails.

A photo of the food at Bold Republic Brewing Co.

Bold Republic Brewing Co.

Brewery/Brewpub

Award-winning craft brewery with large Temple taproom and kitchen. Offers house beers and pub menu.

A photo of the food at Johnny’s Steaks & BBQ

Johnny’s Steaks & BBQ

Steakhouse/BBQ

Legendary steak and barbecue roadhouse featuring mesquite-grilled steaks, central TX BBQ, and live music.

A photo of the food at Dynasty Chinese Restaurant

Dynasty Chinese Restaurant

Chinese

Longstanding local Chinese restaurant offering Cantonese/Sichuan dishes, lunch specials, and a popular buffet.

A photo of the food at Sweet & Savory Seasons Bakery

Sweet & Savory Seasons Bakery

Bakery/Cafe

Downtown bakery and lunch café offering scratch-made baked goods, soups, sandwiches, and salads.

A photo of the food at The Shed

The Shed

Bar & Grill

Casual offshoot of Inn on the Creek serving comfort food, drinks, and live music.

A photo of the food at Water Street Waffle Company

Water Street Waffle Company

Breakfast/Brunch Cafe

Top brunch spot known for handcrafted Liège waffles (sweet and savory) and scratch-made breakfast plates.

A photo of the food at Fire Street Pizza

Fire Street Pizza

Pizza

Destination wood-fired pizza restaurant on a large outdoor property. Known for Neapolitan-style pizzas, craft brews, live music.

A photo of the food at On The Go Coffee Co.

On The Go Coffee Co.

Coffee (Drive-Up)

Drive-up coffee trailer offering quick service gourmet coffee, lattes, and house-baked pastries.

A photo of the food at Clem Mikeska’s Bar-B-Q

Clem Mikeska’s Bar-B-Q

Barbecue

Longtime Temple BBQ fixture known for mesquite-smoked brisket, ribs, and sausage. On-site meat market.

A photo of the food at Dead Fish Grill

Dead Fish Grill

Seafood/Southern

Lakefront restaurant on Lake Belton serving seafood and Southern comfort food with indoor dining and a large patio overlooking the water.

A photo of the food at Provecho Tejas

Provecho Tejas

Mexican Fusion

Farm-to-fork take on Tex-Mex and interior Mexican cuisine (street tacos, empanadas, ceviche).

A photo of the food at Cathy’s Boardwalk Cafe

Cathy’s Boardwalk Cafe

Homestyle Café

Quaint café on the Salado boardwalk serving homestyle comfort foods and daily specials since 1994.

A photo of the food at Cantina 1948

Cantina 1948

Tex-Mex Fusion

Trendy downtown cantina blending Mexican and Texan flavors – street tacos, brisket nachos, craft cocktails.

A photo of the food at Arusha’s Coffee & Tea

Arusha’s Coffee & Tea

Coffee Shop

Cozy independent coffee shop offering gourmet espresso drinks, teas, plus light bites and pastries.

A photo of the food at Green’s Sausage House

Green’s Sausage House

Country Cafe/Market

Iconic country meat market and café serving Czech kolaches, house-made sausages, burgers, and daily plate lunches.

A photo of the food at The Barton House

The Barton House

Fine Dining/Steakhouse

Fine-dining restaurant in a restored 1860s home specializing in premium steaks, chops, and elevated Southern dishes.

A photo of the food at Stagecoach Inn Restaurant

Stagecoach Inn Restaurant

Southern/American

Iconic restaurant serving classic Southern comfort food since 1943. Famous for hush puppies and strawberry kiss dessert.

A photo of the food at Seoul Garden

Seoul Garden

Korean

Family-owned Korean restaurant (also serving some sushi) offering bulgogi, bibimbap, japchae, and Korean BBQ.

A photo of the food at Megg’s Café & Hamilton Bread Co.

Megg’s Café & Hamilton Bread Co.

Café/Bakery

Bright farm-to-table cafe and bakery known for gourmet breakfasts, brunch, and lunch using local ingredients.

A photo of the food at Old Jody’s Restaurant

Old Jody’s Restaurant

Diner/American

Temple institution (since 1955) known for its classic diner vibes, charcoal-grilled burgers, and chicken-fried steak.

A photo of the food at Oscar Store

Oscar Store

Country Cafe

Historic country store-turned-restaurant/dance hall offering chicken-fried steak, burgers, barbecue, and live music.

A photo of the food at Cheeves Bros. Steak House

Cheeves Bros. Steak House

Steakhouse

Upscale downtown steakhouse serving hand-cut prime steaks, fresh Gulf seafood, and fine wines.

A photo of the food at Barrow Brewing Company

Barrow Brewing Company

Brewery/Taproom

Salado’s microbrewery and beer garden along Salado Creek. Family-friendly taproom with craft beers, food trucks, live music.

A photo of the food at Salado Wine Seller

Salado Wine Seller

Winery Tasting Room

Local winery’s tasting room and wine shop offering tastes, glasses, cheese plates.

A photo of the food at Empresario Wines

Empresario Wines

Winery Tasting Room

Boutique winery and tasting room offering Texas wines in an intimate space on Main Street.

A photo of the food at Bar 1859

Bar 1859

Wine/Cocktail Bar

Chic wine and cocktail bar in a historic 1859 building offering craft cocktails, curated wines, and small bites.

A photo of the food at Atrium Coffee Co.

Atrium Coffee Co.

Coffee Shop

Faith-based local coffee shop offering espresso drinks, Italian sodas, and baked goods in downtown.

A photo of the food at Napoli’s Italian Bistro

Napoli’s Italian Bistro

Italian

Cozy, family-run Italian bistro serving classic pastas, pizzas, and Italian entrées.

A photo of the food at Coronas De Oro Mexican Rest.

Coronas De Oro Mexican Rest.

Tex-Mex

Traditional Mexican restaurant with Tex-Mex favorites, from fajitas to enchiladas, plus margaritas.

A photo of the food at Greenfield Coffee & Cocktails

Greenfield Coffee & Cocktails

Coffeehouse/Bar

Unique coffee shop by day, cocktail bar by night. Serves organic coffee, pastries, craft cocktails, wine, live music.

A photo of the food at Big Tony’s Cheesesteaks

Big Tony’s Cheesesteaks

Food Truck (Cheesesteaks)

Gourmet cheesesteak food truck usually parked off I-35. Serves authentic Philly-style cheesesteaks and loaded fries.

A photo of the food at The Local Vine

The Local Vine

Wine Bar

Cozy wine bar and retail shop featuring wines, craft beers, wine flights, and small bites.

A photo of the food at Wings Pizza N Things

Wings Pizza N Things

Sports Bar/Grill

Popular local sports bar & grill famous for its Buffalo-style wings, pizzas, and pub fare.

A photo of the food at 1914 Coffee House

1914 Coffee House

Coffee Shop

Locally-owned coffee house near Baylor Scott & White, offering hand-crafted espresso drinks, teas, and homemade treats.

A photo of the food at Scores Pizza & Wings

Scores Pizza & Wings

Pizza/Sports Bar

Local sports bar and pizzeria offering hand-tossed pizzas, flavorful wings, and cold beer. Plenty of TVs.

A photo of the food at The Gin at Nolan Creek

The Gin at Nolan Creek

American/Steakhouse

Upscale yet rustic Texas cuisine tavern by Nolan Creek, known for steaks, burgers, and Southern comfort fare in a historic cotton gin building.

A photo of the food at Railway Express Diner

Railway Express Diner

Diner

Retro diner by the old train depot, offering classic American breakfast and lunch fare in a nostalgic setting.

A photo of the food at K1 Belton / The Bloom

K1 Belton / The Bloom

Korean, Boba, Cocktails

Trendy Korean street‑food café pouring bubble tea & specialty coffee, featuring wings, corndogs & bulgogi bowls.