Denton · Denton County, TX

Food & Drink in Denton

Scout analyzed 83 Denton places and surfaced the ones that actually fit food & drink.

Places analyzed

83

Matches

24

Typical spend

$30

Typical visit

1.1 hr

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Denton County Brewing Company

Food & Drink

Denton County Brewing Company

This brewery is a good spot for a casual afternoon or evening with friends, featuring craft beers and often food trucks. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $20-40 per person for drinks and a bite.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$20–$40 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Coral Reef Coffee Company LLC

Food & Drink

Coral Reef Coffee Company LLC

This coffee shop is good for a casual solo outing or a relaxed catch-up, ideal for an hour or so. Expect to spend $5-15 per person for a drink and a light bite.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visiteasy parking
GreenHouse Restaurant

Food & Drink

GreenHouse Restaurant

GreenHouse is a casual spot for American and Tex-Mex, good for a relaxed meal that could pair with a local outing or just as a neighborhood stop. Expect a visit around 75 minutes, costing roughly $15-35 per person.

FoodCocktailsOutdoors
$15–$35 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse

Food & Drink

BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse

This is a good spot for a casual family meal or a group outing for pub fare and house brews, likely costing $20-40 per person for an hour and a half visit.

FoodCocktailsSports
$20–$40 typical45 min visiteasy parking
Marty B's

Food & Drink

Marty B's

Marty B's is a barbecue restaurant that often features live music and an outdoor area, making it good for a relaxed family meal or a casual outing with friends. Expect to spend 90-120 minutes and $15-$35 per person for food and drink.

FoodCocktailsOutdoors
$15–$35 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Mule Barn Sports Bar & Grill

Food & Drink

Mule Barn Sports Bar & Grill

This sports bar and grill is suitable for a casual evening out, perhaps after a local sporting event or as a standalone stop for live music and a burger. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and around $15-35 per person for food and drinks.

FoodCocktailsLive music
$15–$35 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Oldwest Cafe Of Denton

Food & Drink

Oldwest Cafe Of Denton

This diner is a good stop for a casual, affordable breakfast or lunch, especially if you're looking for comfort food. Expect to spend about an hour and $10-25 per person.

FoodRelaxedSocial
$10–$25 typical45 min visiteasy parking
Starwood Cafe - Rayzor Ranch

Rayzor Ranch

Starwood Cafe - Rayzor Ranch

Starwood Cafe is good for a casual breakfast or brunch outing. Expect to spend 45-60 minutes and $10-$25 per person for a meal. It pairs well with a morning of errands or a relaxed weekend start.

FoodRelaxedSocial
$10–$25 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
Seven Mile Cafe

Food & Drink

Seven Mile Cafe

Seven Mile Cafe is a good spot for a casual breakfast or brunch, especially on weekends. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $15-30 per person.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$15–$30 typical45 min visiteasy parking
Picone

Food & Drink

Picone

Picone is a solid choice for a casual Italian meal, suitable for families or a relaxed date night. Expect to spend 1-1.5 hours and around $15-35 per person.

FoodRelaxedSocial
$15–$35 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
Cartwright's Ranch House

Food & Drink

Cartwright's Ranch House

Cartwright's Ranch House is a casual spot for American comfort food like chicken-fried steak and burgers, good for a relaxed family meal. Expect to spend $10-$25 per person for a typical one-hour visit.

FoodRelaxedSocial
$10–$25 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
Graffiti Pasta

Food & Drink

Graffiti Pasta

Graffiti Pasta is good for a casual dinner outing or date night, offering Italian food in a lively setting. Plan for about 75 minutes and a per-person cost of $25-50, potentially pairing it with a walk around downtown Denton after dinner.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$25–$50 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Hoochies

Food & Drink

Hoochies

Hoochies is a casual seafood spot good for a relaxed lunch or dinner. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and $20-40 per person for a meal here.

FoodOutdoorsRelaxed
$20–$40 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
Hannah's

Food & Drink

Hannah's

Hannah's is suitable for a dinner date or special occasion, offering gourmet tapas and entrees in an upscale setting. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $50-100 per person.

FoodCocktailsRomantic
$50–$100 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
The Boba Blend Teas & Sweets

Food & Drink

The Boba Blend Teas & Sweets

This boba cafe is a good stop for a quick, affordable treat or a casual hang out. Expect to spend 30-45 minutes and $5-$15 per person.

FoodRelaxedSocial
$5–$15 typical45 min visiteasy parking
Shuck Me Kitchen & Cantina

Food & Drink

Shuck Me Kitchen & Cantina

This is a good spot for a casual dinner focused on seafood and drinks, potentially with live music. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $25-$50 per person.

FoodCocktailsLive music
$25–$50 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Melby's Coffee & Tea House

Food & Drink

Melby's Coffee & Tea House

Melby's is a casual stop for coffee, tea, and pastries, suitable for a quick solo break or a relaxed family visit. Expect to spend under $15 per person for a 30-minute stay.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visiteasy parking
Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea

Food & Drink

Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea

Sweetwaters is suitable for a relaxed solo or small group outing, offering coffee, tea, and light bites. Expect to spend about an hour and $5-15 per person.

FoodShoppingWellness
$5–$15 typical45 min visiteasy parking
The Catch: Denton

Food & Drink

The Catch: Denton

The Catch offers a casual seafood and Cajun dining experience, suitable for a quick meal or family dinner. Expect to spend 1-1.5 hours and around $15-30 per person.

FoodRelaxedSocial
$15–$30 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
LSA Burger Co.

Food & Drink

LSA Burger Co.

LSA Burger Co. is a good spot for a casual dinner or drinks, especially before or after catching a local show or exploring downtown Denton. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $15-35 per person for food and a drink.

FoodCocktailsLive music
$15–$35 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Marty B's Coffee

Food & Drink

Marty B's Coffee

Marty B's Coffee is a casual stop for a quick drink or snack, ideal for starting your day or a mid-afternoon break. Expect to spend 30-60 minutes and $5-15 per person.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visiteasy parking
Osteria il Muro

Food & Drink

Osteria il Muro

Osteria il Muro is a suitable spot for an upscale dinner, ideal for a date night or special occasion. Expect a 1.5-hour visit with typical spend around $40-$80 per person for food and drinks.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$40–$80 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
Froth Coffee & Dessert Bar Denton

Food & Drink

Froth Coffee & Dessert Bar Denton

Froth Coffee & Dessert Bar is a good spot for a casual solo or small group stop, perhaps for a break during errands or a study session. Expect to spend 45-60 minutes and about $5-$15 per person on coffee and a pastry.

FoodShoppingViews
$5–$15 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
Coco Shrimp

Food & Drink

Coco Shrimp

Coco Shrimp is a casual spot for a quick and affordable Hawaiian seafood meal. Expect to spend 45 minutes to an hour and around $10-20 per person.

FoodRelaxedSocial
$10–$20 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking

Worth the splurge

When the night needs to land.

What Scout found

  • 31 of the 83 analyzed Denton places fit food & drink.
  • 0% of matches are outdoor or partly outdoor.
  • 45% have easy parking.
  • Dominant moods: Relaxed, Social, Quiet, Playful, Upscale, Romantic.

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