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Welcome to Farmhouse Restaurant

Nestled at 1125 S Oak St, Van, TX, Farmhouse Restaurant is a beloved family-owned eatery that captures the essence of home-cooked comfort food. Known for its hearty offerings, the menu features standout dishes like the deliciously hand-formed Hamburger Steak and the renowned Chicken Fried Steak served with a generous side of country gravy. Diners rave about the Fried Catfish, expertly seasoned and fried to perfection. The restaurant's rustic barn decor creates a cozy atmosphere, while the welcoming staff enhances the experience, making it a perfect stop for travelers seeking a truly authentic dining adventure.

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  • Farmhouse Restaurant
    1125 S Oak St, Van, TX 75790, United States
    1125 S Oak St, Van, TX 75790, United States Hotline: +1 903-963-7077

Welcome to Farmhouse Restaurant, a delightful culinary haven nestled in the heart of Van, Texas, at 1125 S Oak St. This family-owned establishment offers a charming blend of rustic elegance and homestyle cooking, making it a perfect stop for anyone seeking comfort food in a warm atmosphere. Whether you're cruising along the interstate or simply in the area, Farmhouse Restaurant promises a dining experience that feels like a home-cooked meal.

As you step inside, the enchanting decor featuring antiques evokes a sense of nostalgia. The inviting ambiance is complemented by the friendly and attentive staff, ensuring that every patron feels right at home. The restaurant's commitment to quality is evident in every dish, where the freshest ingredients come together in mouthwatering creations.

Highlights from the menu include the renowned Chicken Fried Steak, hailed by many patrons as the best they've ever had—perfectly hand-battered and cooked to perfection. The Monte Cristo is another delectable option that has received rave reviews for its rich flavors and satisfying portions. For those looking for a lighter meal, the Southwest Chicken Salad showcases homemade chicken salad atop mixed greens, embodying freshness and taste.

Vegetarians and sandwich lovers will find bliss with the BLT or the Fiesta Burger, served on a jalapeno cheddar bun, delighting the senses with each bite. Pair your meal with their freshly baked dinner rolls, which patrons rave are a must-try and come complimentary with your meal. And don't forget to save room for dessert; irresistible homemade pies tempt with each visit.

Farmhouse Restaurant is not just about great food; it’s about the experience. With spacious parking and quick access off the freeway, it’s an ideal spot for travelers and locals alike. Whether it’s a family feast or a casual meal between journeys, this restaurant encapsulates what it means to enjoy comfort food made with love.

Next time you find yourself near Van, plan for a visit to this hidden gem. With every plate served, Farmhouse Restaurant invites you to indulge in delicious, scratch-made meals that fill both your stomach and your heart.

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KENNETH R COCHRAN
KENNETH R COCHRAN

Fresh rolls are HUGE & free. Liver & onions come in small or large sizes and are delicious. Chicken wrap was huge & delicious, too. Great service and good prices. Right off the Interstate & plenty of parking. Family owned.

David C. Spinks
David C. Spinks

Is we found this restaurant while on vacation. And we are so glad that we did! I had some of the best catfish that I've ever had in my life and my wife had the Chicken fried steak and she said that was the best she's ever had! Everything seemed to be cooked from scratch, which is a big surprise these days. Take time to read about the barn that the restaurant was made. If you're around canton , texas , don't miss this.

Sandra Diaz Mills
Sandra Diaz Mills

Found a hidden gem! It's actually not too far away off the freeway but I just discovered it today. Such a nice rustic but elegant barn feel decor. I love the environment, we were greeted and seated promptly. Very friendly and attentive staff. The food was hot and delicious. As much as I am traveling to East TX nowadays, I will make this a place to stop by. They had great looking homemade pies! I was stuffed after my meal, I will try them next time.

Tony Ragsdale
Tony Ragsdale

Holy smokes!!!! This place is GOOD!!! I had the Monte Cristo and my son and wife had the chicken fried steak.All of it was GREAT!!! All hand battered. We are looking forward to eating our way through the menu!!!

Derek Lerma
Derek Lerma

Great place to eat, I had dinner and breakfast the next day, the inside of the restaurant has antiques as decorations, the dinner rolls are to die for, and to all my truck driver colleagues, there 2 loves truck stops that you can choose from and park your truck and go get some real food.

Philip Maxfield
Philip Maxfield

When I walked in my eyes immediately saw the dessert case. WOW!!! I had to see more. The restaurant decor is extremely charming and I saw train tracks on top of the wall but no train. I asked my waitress, Leah, and she turned it on. Giving that there were kids inside, I thought this might add to the ambience of the evening for everyone. I started off with a fried green beans and were pleasantly surprised! Very well seasoned and crunchy. I should note that the dinner roll weighed about 8 ounces. What a treat! The menu looked wonderful but I wanted Leah to tell me what I should look at most. The hamburger steak won. I wanted it loaded with everything and it was. Loads of gravy. I wish there were more mashed potatoes. I had the top it off with dessert so coconut cream pie was the winner. I had a great experience and I recommend everybody going through to at least stop and try this wonderful place. It has a great story. The story should be in their Google page. That would at least bring in some more people to see it for themselves. ############ UPDATED REVIEW (12/28/24) I tried the Southwest egg rolls this time and they were pretty good. A little too much bean in them for my liking but they tasted great. I chose the ribeye steak which was supposed to have a bourbon glaze on it. There wasn't much of a glaze but the steak was very tender and tasty. It was my hope to have some glaze left to soak up with the dinner roll. They were out of the steamed vegetables and zucchini squash medley. I found this quite troubling for a restaurant of this caliber. I had the sweet corn and loaded mashed potatoes which were very hot. Having the sides in a small bowl may help with portion control/costs but does nothing for presentation (see pics). Natalie, my waitress, was very hospitable and help me with menu options. I would give this visit the following rating: Food 4, Service 5, Atmosphere 5

Michael Dudley
Michael Dudley

Does that chicken fried steak look good? Well it certainly was, just like everything else! The food was fresh, flavorful and fast with a very friendly staff serving it up! And that was the tallest meringue chocolate pie I have ever seen! These folks know how to do food! So worth the walk from the truck stop!

Tricia DeLeonardis
Tricia DeLeonardis

Great place and wonderful fresh baked rolls(2!) places on the table with drinks but not real butter..... the side salad was big, made with the bagged salad mix with a half slice of tomato, one red onion ring and some shredded cheese and a couple croutons and two ranch dressing portions on the side. My 6 oz chicken breast was fresh and cooked well and not dried out and tasted good! My baked sweet potato came with cinnamon ( not real) butter and was small but was plenty for me.. it was also hot and fresh, baked perfectly and I love cinnamon so it was great!! The server was Leah D , and was very attentive but didn’t suggest dessert, which I didn’t need but was going to order a slice buttermilk pie( to go) if she asked, just because that would have been a nice touch and to get the check average up... but thus a larger tip... always offer pie, since many reviews talk about the desserts too!! I’m a trucker and was in hospitality for many years..... I know how to make the best suggestions on the service Industry!! Thanks for a great meal!!!