Went there on Fat Tuesday to listen to Jazz, thinking a whole band would be there, but it was just one guy playing the keyboard. He was good doing the New Orleans style thing, but I was disappointed there was no saxophone, which the guy plays. There were colorful beads on the table and masks. Not very many people were there 7-8pm, which surprised me since this was a special night they usually are not open. I asked if they had a bottle of Fat Cat wine. Nope, they never heard of it. I never tried it, saw it on a vegan wine list online. Thought for sure they would sell a wine with the same name as their bar. No vegan champagne to celebrate my birthday with, and no Spanish wines, so I settled for a draft Michelob which was cold and delicious. I don't remember what it cost. For a bar that claims they have a hundred different wines, and I saw the wines they have, it was a letdown. The kitchen was closed yet online says they have a buffet, not that I came to eat. The waitress was nice and attentive, and the owner went out of his way to please my eclectic tastes but alerted me to the fact that his wife really runs the bar, not him. This bunny will hop back in someday to see if they ever get Fat Cat wine on their shelves.
Atmosphere: 4
Service: 5
Laura Garcia
Fantastic hamburgers and baked potatoes. Burgers feature juicy, high-quality beef on soft buttery buns with fresh toppings.The atmosphere is casual and the service is friendly. If you crave a perfect meal, this is definitely the place to eat!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kelly White
This is a must go to restaurant! The food is AMAZING! The owner makes most dishes from scratch. My husband had home made lasagna. I had the homemade curry soup!! We ate every bite! The wine list is wonderful. Mainly farm to table. We will be back!! I highly recommend this restaurant!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Thomas Baker
First, let me share that I don’t leave reviews. In my mind, a place has to be extra special to leave a review… Fat Cat exceeded “extra special,” in every manner! The owner and manager are awesome people and their food is unbelievable! Made fresh, from scratch! If you find yourself in Smithville, TX, the Fat Cat is a must!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kelly White
Most amazing food! Highly recommend this restaurant!! Farm to food as often as possible! Visiting from Dallas and we will be back!! You won’t be disappointed! Owner Lori hand made our curry food and our lasagna! Both were delicious!! Highly recommend!!
Kelley Limon
This place is amazing! The Brussel Sprouts will have you feeling like you're having a "religious experience." Excellent service & the owner was very engaging. One of the staff members was very comical & engaging as well. Is was an all around amazing experience. Please try it out for you won't be disappointed.
Roy Kelly
Love the wine selection! Food is amazing! I highly recommend lunch or dinner.
Trent Roundtree
While in Smithville to see a football game we got hungry for dinner and found the fat cat. What a Hidden Gem that is one of the best grilled cheese sandwiches I've ever had
This was a really nice place. I didn't eat anything but I bought their old christmas tree and it looked like a place that I want to come back too. The staff were very friendly too
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Beckett Franklin-Gray
Fat Cat is traditionally the musical heartbeat of Smithville. This food and special menus are superb! The wine list is extensive. The lounge vibe in its interior design is very, very interesting. Lori has a vision that keeps on giving!
Wheelchair accessibility: Yes, definitely.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Bourbon Banana Bread Pudding Ala Mode
Everything there is amazing. From the food to the service, it's definitely an elevated experience compared to other similar restaurants, especially when you consider how affordable it is for the quality of what you're getting! The atmosphere is very unique as well; very cozy without feeling claustrophobic. They also feature live music. All in all, a wonderful experience!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ryan Swenson
Fat Cat Lounge was the best experience we could have hoped for. The staff was incredible, the food was excellent and paired well with their wine selection. We were treated like family and given all sorts of recommendations for the area. Highly recommend trying this spot out, you will not be disappointed.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Creamy Jalapeno Dip
Susie Swenson
Staying at Buescher State Park this weekend. We went here for dinner Friday evening. This is a very quaint venue. The food was excellent and the wine list was extensive! The staff were very attentive and knowledgeable on the wine selection. Highly recommend this establishment!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Creamy Jalapeno Dip
magda escorsa
Delicious Chicken Alfredo + Sandwich! The bread and bacon were crunchy to perfection and the sauce delicious! Service was also very friendly :) would 100% recommend
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Rick Fields
We went for their Octoberfest German menu. Everything was handmade and delicious! Both of us have German heritage, and have been to Germany, and the German menu was very good.
We enjoyed talking to the waitstaff, and the cook/owner, and love their care and attention to quality. We'll definitely be coming back for other menus!
Went there on Fat Tuesday to listen to Jazz, thinking a whole band would be there, but it was just one guy playing the keyboard. He was good doing the New Orleans style thing, but I was disappointed there was no saxophone, which the guy plays. There were colorful beads on the table and masks. Not very many people were there 7-8pm, which surprised me since this was a special night they usually are not open. I asked if they had a bottle of Fat Cat wine. Nope, they never heard of it. I never tried it, saw it on a vegan wine list online. Thought for sure they would sell a wine with the same name as their bar. No vegan champagne to celebrate my birthday with, and no Spanish wines, so I settled for a draft Michelob which was cold and delicious. I don't remember what it cost. For a bar that claims they have a hundred different wines, and I saw the wines they have, it was a letdown. The kitchen was closed yet online says they have a buffet, not that I came to eat. The waitress was nice and attentive, and the owner went out of his way to please my eclectic tastes but alerted me to the fact that his wife really runs the bar, not him. This bunny will hop back in someday to see if they ever get Fat Cat wine on their shelves.
Atmosphere: 4
Service: 5
Fantastic hamburgers and baked potatoes. Burgers feature juicy, high-quality beef on soft buttery buns with fresh toppings.The atmosphere is casual and the service is friendly. If you crave a perfect meal, this is definitely the place to eat!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This is a must go to restaurant! The food is AMAZING! The owner makes most dishes from scratch. My husband had home made lasagna. I had the homemade curry soup!! We ate every bite! The wine list is wonderful. Mainly farm to table. We will be back!! I highly recommend this restaurant!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
First, let me share that I don’t leave reviews. In my mind, a place has to be extra special to leave a review… Fat Cat exceeded “extra special,” in every manner! The owner and manager are awesome people and their food is unbelievable! Made fresh, from scratch!
If you find yourself in Smithville, TX, the Fat Cat is a must!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Most amazing food! Highly recommend this restaurant!! Farm to food as often as possible! Visiting from Dallas and we will be back!! You won’t be disappointed! Owner Lori hand made our curry food and our lasagna! Both were delicious!! Highly recommend!!
This place is amazing! The Brussel Sprouts will have you feeling like you're having a "religious experience." Excellent service & the owner was very engaging. One of the staff members was very comical & engaging as well. Is was an all around amazing experience. Please try it out for you won't be disappointed.
Love the wine selection! Food is amazing! I highly recommend lunch or dinner.
While in Smithville to see a football game we got hungry for dinner and found the fat cat. What a Hidden Gem that is one of the best grilled cheese sandwiches I've ever had
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Adult Grilled Cheese with Twice Bagged Potato, Salmon Fettuccine
This was a really nice place. I didn't eat anything but I bought their old christmas tree and it looked like a place that I want to come back too. The staff were very friendly too
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Fat Cat is traditionally the musical heartbeat of Smithville. This food and special menus are superb! The wine list is extensive. The lounge vibe in its interior design is very, very interesting. Lori has a vision that keeps on giving!
Wheelchair accessibility: Yes, definitely.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Bourbon Banana Bread Pudding Ala Mode
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Everything there is amazing. From the food to the service, it's definitely an elevated experience compared to other similar restaurants, especially when you consider how affordable it is for the quality of what you're getting! The atmosphere is very unique as well; very cozy without feeling claustrophobic. They also feature live music. All in all, a wonderful experience!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Fat Cat Lounge was the best experience we could have hoped for. The staff was incredible, the food was excellent and paired well with their wine selection. We were treated like family and given all sorts of recommendations for the area. Highly recommend trying this spot out, you will not be disappointed.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Creamy Jalapeno Dip
Staying at Buescher State Park this weekend. We went here for dinner Friday evening. This is a very quaint venue. The food was excellent and the wine list was extensive! The staff were very attentive and knowledgeable on the wine selection. Highly recommend this establishment!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Creamy Jalapeno Dip
Delicious Chicken Alfredo + Sandwich! The bread and bacon were crunchy to perfection and the sauce delicious! Service was also very friendly :) would 100% recommend
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We went for their Octoberfest German menu. Everything was handmade and delicious! Both of us have German heritage, and have been to Germany, and the German menu was very good.
We enjoyed talking to the waitstaff, and the cook/owner, and love their care and attention to quality. We'll definitely be coming back for other menus!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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