South Main Cafe - Paris (TX)

4 /5 Rhonda Reddick: When passing through Paris I wanted a local place for breakfast and this came up as the first/closest recommendation. It is the perfect local small business spot. It would be easy to miss as you drive by but glad I sought it out. My only quibble was the hash browns. Not just cold, but had the taste of being leftovers. Not a hash brown fan to start with so not a deal breaker. Loved that they knew their regulars and took time to chat with everyone.

4 /5 Brenda Cruz: Quaint mom and pop restaurant that serves great home cooked food. If you are looking for a deal try their daily lunch special. Three options for main course, several options for sides (you get to choose three), plus bread, tea and a dessert.

5 /5 Murph: Theres a place in every old town in Texas where you can get breakfast and lunch and feel like you went back in time 30 years. This is that place. This is where the old time locals eat. The prices are dirt cheap, the service is fast and friendly, and the food tastes great. Dont expect a lot of amenities or a fancy dining room. There is one restroom that you literally have to cut through the kitchen to get to and yes there will be a few flies buzzing around. But this is the kind of place that I will seek out if Im looking for breakfast.

5 /5 Dan Obergfell: We stopped at this "hole in the wall" looking place after watching the eclipse, in the hopes we could get some good southern lunch. We could not be more impressed! It is an old facility, so dont expect it to look pretty or new. The food was so good though! I highly recommend the chicken fried steak, and the peach cobbler too. Do not skip the dinner rolls, some of the best I have ever had. The service was friendly, with authentic "Southern Hospitality". Prices were very reasonable too. Summary: Dont let the run-down appearance fool you. If you are ever in Paris, TX, you have to eat here!