Our Favorite Places to Eat

We get asked all the time where folks should dine after their experience at Narrow Escape, so we decided to share a list of our top recommendations! These are some of our favorite places to eat in Granbury, plus a barbecue stop in nearby Cresson. From breakfast and lunch to dinner and dessert, we hope you find a new favorite, too.

Dinner

Make a night of it with dinner before or after your escape-room adventure.

Dining room at Christina’s American Table
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Christina’s American Table

American dining inside the Nutt House Hotel, with formal, casual, and bar seating options. A choice for a date night or dinner with friends.

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Mexican dish at Don Melquias
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Don Melquias Mexican Restaurant

A family-operated Mexican restaurant on Fall Creek Highway serving classic dishes, fajitas, and house specialties.

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Mi Familia Mexican Restaurant logo
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Mi Familia Tex-Mex

Gather your group for Mexican and Tex-Mex favorites at Mi Familia’s Granbury location on Highway 377.

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Dining room at 1890 Grille and Lounge
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1890 Grille & Lounge

Plan an evening on the Historic Granbury Square at 1890 Grille & Lounge. Check its dinner service and reservation options when planning your night.

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Lunch

Refuel between exploring Granbury and taking on your next adventure.

Brisket at BBQ on the Brazos in Cresson
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BBQ on the Brazos — Cresson

A nearby Cresson stop for smoked Texas barbecue, including brisket, sausage, and sandwiches. Check availability before heading over; the restaurant notes that favorites can sell out.

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Burger at The Fillin Station
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The Fillin’ Station

Burgers, sandwiches, and salads in a casual, automotive-themed setting on the Historic Granbury Square, with patio seating available.

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Desert Spuds and Brews logo with a potato character and cactus artwork
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Desert Spuds & Brews

Add this Harbor Lakes Drive spot to your lunch plans. Check its current menu and specials before visiting.

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Breakfast

Start your Granbury day with a bakery breakfast or a hearty diner meal.

Blue Baked Bread and Pastry Co. mobile bakery trailer
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BAKED! Bread & Pastry Co.

Scratch-made breads, bagels, European-style pastries, breakfast dishes, and coffee at the Granbury bakery on Cleveland Road.

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Pancakes with strawberries and whipped cream at Cari’s
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Cari’s Restaurant

Homestyle breakfast favorites, from French toast to chicken-fried steak and eggs, at this family-owned Granbury restaurant.

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Firehouse Café in Granbury
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Firehouse Café

A Granbury café with a wide variety of breakfast choices. Check current hours and the menu before planning your morning stop.

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Granbury Pancake House
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Granbury Pancake House

Pancakes, waffles, and hearty breakfast plates, including its signature “The 1866” breakfast feast.

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Dessert

Celebrate your escape—or sweeten the rest of your day—with a local treat.

Vampire Penguin shaved-snow dessert
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Vampire Penguin

Shaved-snow desserts with a variety of flavors and toppings at the Granbury location on North Plaza Drive.

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Ice cream desserts at Silver Saddle Saloon
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Silver Saddle Ice Cream

Visit Silver Saddle Saloon on the Historic Granbury Square for Beth Marie’s ice cream, specialty sundaes, and a Wild West setting.

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Custom cake from Chocolate Moose Cakery
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Chocolate Moose Cakery

Custom cakes and specialty desserts for birthdays and other celebrations. Contact the bakery for current treats and custom-order options.

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Menus, hours, and availability can change. Follow each listing’s link for current details, and allow time for your meal and travel before your escape-room reservation.

Make a day of it at Narrow Escape

Bring your family, friends, or date for a private escape-room adventure, then keep the fun going over a meal in Granbury.

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