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After a two decade absence, for one night only, Tim returns to Middendorf's!!! The home of great views, the sound of the...
05/03/2026

After a two decade absence, for one night only, Tim returns to Middendorf's!!! The home of great views, the sound of the gulls and the water,and INCREDIBLE seafood! This drive up, boat up venue is still just perfect! So often, when you haven't been to a place in awhile, it just doesn't live up to the memory. This place definitely does! From their signature thin catfish, to their enormous stuffed blue crab, even after twenty years, this place doesn't disappoint! Fried oysters, crispy on the outside, creamy goodness on the inside. Thin catfish, a specialty that almost defies description. Delicate, crunchy, savory slices of heaven. Tender popcorn shrimp, hushpuppies with just a hint of jalapeño, crispy dofy fries, and an amazing, baseball sized stuffed blue crab that simply delicious, and almost a meal in itself! If y'all aren't eatin' here, you're missin'out!

So, back in the day, when I was working on the road six days out of seven, I ate here a lot. This is the first time in a...
04/27/2026

So, back in the day, when I was working on the road six days out of seven, I ate here a lot. This is the first time in a long while, and it is STILL devastatingly good! Catfish, crispy on the outside, moist and flaky inside, really good cole slaw, and a fully loaded baked potato, were just what the Doctor ordered! (Okay, maybe not my Cardiologist, but some kind of Doctor.....). All in all, a great trip down memory lane, and a wonderful meal! If y'all aren't eatin' here, you're missin' out!

Yes, we've posted about these folks before, but Oh My Gosh, it's just ALWAYS a great experience! We started off with a s...
04/25/2026

Yes, we've posted about these folks before, but Oh My Gosh, it's just ALWAYS a great experience! We started off with a savory meat patty tucked in to warm, pillowy super flavorful coco bread. I opted for the jerk chicken, grilled to perfection, and enrobed in a warm Jerry sauce, redolent with Jamaican spices, and carrying just the right amount of heat. Carla, after some serious indecision, (seriously, everything on the menu is just SO good), decided on the oxtails. Braised slowly, in a rich, flavorful gravy until they are fall off the bone tender. They are ALWAYS a favorite! Both entrees are served with a melange of carrots, cabbage, and green pepper. Tender crisp with a slight sour taste that is incredibly pleasant. Rice and peas, mildly spiced, yet so addictive, and plantains, soft, sweet, and a wonderful counterpoint to the savory meats. We rounded out the meal with sweet potato cornbread, moist and delicious! Seriously, y'all need to get yourselves down there, these folks are super friendly, and can cook up a storm! If y'all aren't eatin' here, you're missing out!

Tucked in to a very unassuming building, just off I-20 in Abilene, is truly inspired Indian food! The vegetable samosa a...
04/09/2026

Tucked in to a very unassuming building, just off I-20 in Abilene, is truly inspired Indian food! The vegetable samosa are light, crisp, airy pillows, stuffed with potato, and peas, and spices, truly a great beginning. The Aloo Gobi Curry is a delightful spicy blend of cauliflower, sweet potato, and an absolutely decadent spicy curry. The garlic Naan manages to be crisp and soft, all in the same bite, and is redolent with fresh garlic and butter. It's a very small space, with VERY big flavors! If you're not eatin' here, you're missin' out!

A definite place to stop, relax, and enjoy some great food.
03/21/2026

A definite place to stop, relax, and enjoy some great food.

Okay, not the first time I've posted from here, but it's Just. So. Good. Ive been coming here since high school. The fi...
03/17/2026

Okay, not the first time I've posted from here, but it's Just. So. Good. Ive been coming here since high school. The fish is light, crispy, golden brown perfection! The fried shrooms are an absolute delight, the hushpuppies crunchy but soft on the inside. But the fried eggplant, oh my gosh, THE FRIED EGGPLANT!!!! Light crispy cornmeal outside, creamy deliciousness on the inside. This place hits right every time I'm here! Y'all need to come check this place out!

Okay folks, this is a good one! My friends Zack and Annalyese Sherman have opened a food truck! I will post the current ...
02/23/2026

Okay folks, this is a good one! My friends Zack and Annalyese Sherman have opened a food truck! I will post the current menu, but here's the scoop from today. We split The Big Z Burger, three thick patties of REALLY good beef, cheese, caramelized onions, pickles,and house special sauce, all on a bun that holds up well to all that meat! The beef is juicy, flavorful, and seasoned to perfection! The house special sauce was a wonderful, creamy, slightly spicy delight that provided an excellent counterpoint to the richnes of the beef and cheese! A side of thick cut fries, crispy golden outside, soft and creamy inside, served with the house sauce for dipping. The pair was incredible, and we were mighty glad we split it! We then split the funnel cake for dessert, think fair food on steroids! Thick, light, dense, soft, crispy, all on one plate! The perfect sweet end to a truly great meal! When we went out to thank Zack and Annalyese for the wonderful experience, we were met with the results of Annalyese's experimentation with the fryer: funnelcake battered onion rings! Light, crispy edges, savory yet slightly sweet onions, drizzled with that luscious house sauce! These have GOT to become a regular item! We can't wait to try out the rest of the menu!

Delicious!!!
12/06/2025

Delicious!!!

Oh my gosh y'all, tried out the new neighborhood place this morning! Delicious Tomato and Olive, and Leek and Parmeson ...
11/22/2025

Oh my gosh y'all, tried out the new neighborhood place this morning! Delicious Tomato and Olive, and Leek and Parmeson Danish! Excellent Chocolate Croissant and Cinnamon Roll as well! They offer, Biscoff and Dubai Chocolate choices as well. A great, laid back vibe, excellent music, friendly, knowledgeable staff. Gelato and coffee drinks round out the menu. Truly a great place, whether you're dining in, or just grabbing it to go. If y'all aren't eating here, you're missing out!

11/15/2025

Such good food and a great Happy Hour. If you're ever in the Rockport-Fulton, Texas area don't miss this great restaurant.

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3529 Bosque Blvd
Waco, TX
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