Thai
Small, relaxed Thai eatery serving favorites like pad thai, green curry, tom yum soup.
Indian
Temple’s only full-service Indian restaurant, offering a lunch buffet and dinner menu of North Indian cuisine.
Thai
Family‑owned spot for aromatic curries, wok‑fired noodles & Thai classics made from scratch.
Pizzeria
Independently-owned pizzeria serving New York-style pizza (whole pies and slices), hot subs, and salads.
Mexican Taqueria
Humble taqueria known for authentic Mexican street tacos, burritos, gorditas, breakfast tacos, and menudo.
Thai
Modern Thai eatery serving authentic Thai curries, noodles, and stir-fries made from family recipes.
Country Fast-Food
Convenient pit-stop eatery (inside gas station) known for its BBQ sandwiches and country breakfast biscuits.
Mexican, Food Truck
Belton food‑truck serving authentic street tacos, birria & aguas frescas under a covered patio.
Mexican Taqueria
Local mini-chain of authentic taquerias offering a wide variety of Mexican dishes. Popular for breakfast burritos.
Mexican
Local Mexican restaurant featuring Jalisco-style cooking. Large menu including tacos, parrilladas, seafood, breakfast.
Brunch, Cocktails, Bar
Elegant downtown brunch lounge pouring colorful craft cocktails & hosting upscale events.
Bookshop, Café, Cocktail Bar
Downtown bookstore‑bar blending shelves of new & used titles with craft cocktails, wine & lively events.
Bakery, Breakfast/Lunch
Family‑owned downtown café serving homestyle breakfast, burgers, salads & scratch‑made bakery sweets.
Bakery/Café
Enduring family-run café known for scratch-made pies, cakes, breads, and hearty country breakfast/lunch plates.
Coffee Shop
Quirky local coffee shop inside Temple Mall offering creative lattes, smoothies, pastries, and Death Wish Coffee.
Pizza, Brewery, Bar
Wood‑fired pizzeria & nano‑brewery with rooftop patio overlooking historic downtown Belton.
Coffee Shop
Downtown coffee shop that roasts its own beans. Serves specialty coffees, teas, pastries, and light cafe meals.
Pizza/Gastropub
Hip downtown eatery serving artisanal wood-fired pizzas, Italian small plates, and craft beer.
Coffee Shop
Local coffee house known for creative lattes and flavored coffees. Serves breakfast items, smoothies, and pastries.
Tex-Mex
Small regional Tex-Mex chain serving sizzling fajitas, enchiladas, and margaritas.
Mexican (Veracruz), Brunch
Cozy, family‑run taquería dishing fresh, from‑scratch Mexican plates & house‑made salsas downtown.
Seafood, Cajun
Casual Cajun‑style seafood joint dishing boils, fried platters & fresh crawfish by the pound.
Bar, Wine, Wings, Burgers
Eclectic taproom with 60+ Texas craft beers, 250+ wines, pub bites & live music in downtown Salado.
Japanese Steakhouse/Sushi
Independent Japanese hibachi grill and sushi restaurant offering tableside cooking shows and full sushi menu.
Japanese Steakhouse
Japanese hibachi grill and sushi bar offering tableside teppanyaki cooking and a full sushi menu.
Italian, Steakhouse, Bar
Upscale Italian kitchen firing wood‑grilled steaks, house‑made pastas & craft cocktails in stylish digs.
American, Bar, Brunch
Modern community hub with all‑day café, craft bar, upscale dining & pickleball courts under one roof.
Burgers, American
Old‑school carry‑out shack slinging award‑winning griddled burgers, fries, shakes & onion rings since 1985.
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Bar, Burgers
Laid‑back porch‑style bar pouring 40+ Texas craft beers with gourmet burgers, tacos & scratch pub fare.
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Barbecue
Renowned Texas barbecue spot featured on Food Network, offering mesquite-smoked meats, Tex-Mex sides, and live music.
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Barbecue
Family-owned BBQ joint (Texas Monthly Top 50) serving smoked brisket, ribs, and scratch sides (plus breakfast tacos and kolaches).
Tex-Mex
Family‑friendly cantina offering extensive Jalisco‑style Mexican plates & full bar from breakfast to late.
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Mexican/Seafood
Locally owned spot blending Mexican and seafood cuisine – known for seafood fajitas, ceviche, fish tacos.
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Upscale American
Upscale dining experience along Salado Creek. Features chef-crafted New American cuisine and craft cocktails.
Brewery/Gastropub
Downtown microbrewery and brewpub serving house-made craft beers and a gastropub food menu.
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Italian
Locally-owned fine Italian restaurant offering authentic pastas, wood-fired pizzas, steaks, and an extensive wine list.
Tex-Mex
Family-operated Mexican restaurant serving classic Tex-Mex dishes.
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Tex-Mex Cantina
Texas-style cantina inspired by Big Bend, serving Tex-Mex classics and cocktails.
Italian Steakhouse
Contemporary Italian-American steakhouse featuring premium steaks, Italian-inspired pastas, and craft cocktails.
Brewery/Brewpub
Award-winning craft brewery with large Temple taproom and kitchen. Offers house beers and pub menu.
Steakhouse/BBQ
Legendary steak and barbecue roadhouse featuring mesquite-grilled steaks, central TX BBQ, and live music.
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Chinese
Longstanding local Chinese restaurant offering Cantonese/Sichuan dishes, lunch specials, and a popular buffet.
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Bakery/Cafe
Downtown bakery and lunch café offering scratch-made baked goods, soups, sandwiches, and salads.
Bar & Grill
Casual offshoot of Inn on the Creek serving comfort food, drinks, and live music.
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Breakfast/Brunch Cafe
Top brunch spot known for handcrafted Liège waffles (sweet and savory) and scratch-made breakfast plates.
Pizza
Destination wood-fired pizza restaurant on a large outdoor property. Known for Neapolitan-style pizzas, craft brews, live music.
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Coffee (Drive-Up)
Drive-up coffee trailer offering quick service gourmet coffee, lattes, and house-baked pastries.
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Barbecue
Longtime Temple BBQ fixture known for mesquite-smoked brisket, ribs, and sausage. On-site meat market.
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Seafood/Southern
Lakefront restaurant on Lake Belton serving seafood and Southern comfort food with indoor dining and a large patio overlooking the water.
Mexican Fusion
Farm-to-fork take on Tex-Mex and interior Mexican cuisine (street tacos, empanadas, ceviche).
Homestyle Café
Quaint café on the Salado boardwalk serving homestyle comfort foods and daily specials since 1994.
Tex-Mex Fusion
Trendy downtown cantina blending Mexican and Texan flavors – street tacos, brisket nachos, craft cocktails.
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Coffee Shop
Cozy independent coffee shop offering gourmet espresso drinks, teas, plus light bites and pastries.
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Country Cafe/Market
Iconic country meat market and café serving Czech kolaches, house-made sausages, burgers, and daily plate lunches.
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Fine Dining/Steakhouse
Fine-dining restaurant in a restored 1860s home specializing in premium steaks, chops, and elevated Southern dishes.
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Southern/American
Iconic restaurant serving classic Southern comfort food since 1943. Famous for hush puppies and strawberry kiss dessert.
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Korean
Family-owned Korean restaurant (also serving some sushi) offering bulgogi, bibimbap, japchae, and Korean BBQ.
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Café/Bakery
Bright farm-to-table cafe and bakery known for gourmet breakfasts, brunch, and lunch using local ingredients.
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Diner/American
Temple institution (since 1955) known for its classic diner vibes, charcoal-grilled burgers, and chicken-fried steak.
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Country Cafe
Historic country store-turned-restaurant/dance hall offering chicken-fried steak, burgers, barbecue, and live music.
Steakhouse
Upscale downtown steakhouse serving hand-cut prime steaks, fresh Gulf seafood, and fine wines.
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Brewery/Taproom
Salado’s microbrewery and beer garden along Salado Creek. Family-friendly taproom with craft beers, food trucks, live music.
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Winery Tasting Room
Local winery’s tasting room and wine shop offering tastes, glasses, cheese plates.
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Winery Tasting Room
Boutique winery and tasting room offering Texas wines in an intimate space on Main Street.
Wine/Cocktail Bar
Chic wine and cocktail bar in a historic 1859 building offering craft cocktails, curated wines, and small bites.
Coffee Shop
Faith-based local coffee shop offering espresso drinks, Italian sodas, and baked goods in downtown.
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Italian
Cozy, family-run Italian bistro serving classic pastas, pizzas, and Italian entrées.
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Tex-Mex
Traditional Mexican restaurant with Tex-Mex favorites, from fajitas to enchiladas, plus margaritas.
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Coffeehouse/Bar
Unique coffee shop by day, cocktail bar by night. Serves organic coffee, pastries, craft cocktails, wine, live music.
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Food Truck (Cheesesteaks)
Gourmet cheesesteak food truck usually parked off I-35. Serves authentic Philly-style cheesesteaks and loaded fries.
Wine Bar
Cozy wine bar and retail shop featuring wines, craft beers, wine flights, and small bites.
Sports Bar/Grill
Popular local sports bar & grill famous for its Buffalo-style wings, pizzas, and pub fare.
Coffee Shop
Locally-owned coffee house near Baylor Scott & White, offering hand-crafted espresso drinks, teas, and homemade treats.
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Pizza/Sports Bar
Local sports bar and pizzeria offering hand-tossed pizzas, flavorful wings, and cold beer. Plenty of TVs.
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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.
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Diner
Retro diner by the old train depot, offering classic American breakfast and lunch fare in a nostalgic setting.
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Korean, Boba, Cocktails
Trendy Korean street‑food café pouring bubble tea & specialty coffee, featuring wings, corndogs & bulgogi bowls.
