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Cartwright's Ranch House - Steakhouse in Denton, Texas

Cartwright's Ranch House

4.5 (2583 reviews)

111 N Elm St, Denton, TX 76201

Traditional American restaurant
American restaurant
Breakfast restaurant
Cafe
Chicken restaurant
Hamburger restaurant
Pancake restaurant
Restaurant
Salad shop
Soup restaurant

About Cartwright's Ranch House - steak house in Denton, Texas

American comfort-food spot for chicken-fried steak, breakfasts & burgers served in casual loft digs.

Customer Review Summary

Cartwright's Ranch House offers a cozy, welcoming atmosphere and is popular for its delicious comfort food. While the wait can be long, it moves quickly, and diners can enjoy watching the kitchen staff at work. The menu is extensive, with highlights including perfectly seasoned fried catfish, chicken fried steak, and flavorful mac & cheese. Many guests appreciate the attentive service and the generous portion sizes, leaving them fully satisfied. The restaurant is well-loved for special occasions and large group gatherings, with staff accommodating seating needs effortlessly. Overall, customers rave about the food quality, the friendly service, and the homey vibe, making it a must-visit spot in Dallas.

Key Features

Service options

  • Delivery
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Fast service
  • Great coffee
  • Great dessert
  • Great tea selection

Popular for

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Coffee
  • Comfort food
  • Food
  • Quick bite
  • Small plates

Dining options

  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Catering
  • Dessert
  • Seating

Amenities

  • Restroom

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy

Crowd

  • College students
  • Family-friendly
  • Groups
  • Tourists

Planning

  • Accepts reservations

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments

Children

  • Good for kids
  • High chairs
  • Kids' menu

Parking

  • Free parking lot
  • Free street parking

Pets

  • Dogs allowed outside

Customer Reviews

Rating Distribution

4.5 out of 5
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83
Based on 2583 reviews

Jazmyne McBride

4 months ago

Here’s a review based on your experience: Homey Vibes and Delicious Comfort Food in Dallas I recently visited this cozy spot in Dallas on a Sunday morning with a group of friends, and while we did have to wait a bit, the line moved faster than expected. The restaurant gives off a homey, welcoming vibe, with tables set close together, making it feel lively and bustling. One unique touch is that, as you make your way to the back, you walk right past the kitchen and can watch the chefs in action—a cool detail, though it does make you hope they’re keeping everything spotless since it’s all out in the open! Once we were seated, our server greeted us promptly, and we found ourselves faced with a large menu, which made choosing a little tough. I ended up going with the fried catfish, accompanied by mac & cheese and fried okra. It seemed like a popular choice, and I quickly saw why—the catfish was perfectly seasoned and fried to a beautiful crisp. The tartar sauce and hot sauce they provided for dipping added just the right kick. The mac & cheese was good, though not standout, and the fried okra, while decent, could use a bit more flavor. Overall, our entire group was happy with the experience. We finished every bite, which speaks volumes! I only wish I’d taken pictures of the food because the presentation was lovely, but I did capture the empty plates at the end—a testament to how much we enjoyed it. I’d love to come back and explore more of the menu.

Carolina Lopez

1 month ago

Had breakfast here and the vibes were calm and homey. Price and size of our plates were perfect. We left very satisfied, definitely a good place to go and have a nice meal.

Heather A

6 months ago

Ate here with my family for my birthday. It was long overdue. Have lived here 12 years, and now I'm a huge fan. We got chicken fried steak, chicken fried chicken, and a steak with sides. I tried them all and was so impressed. The steak was amazing, and we're a big steak family. I totally understand why the chicken fried chicken and chicken fried steak is so popular too! Mac and cheese was fab, and got nice fresh salads. Great service and atmosphere, thank you guys for such a lovely evening.

Scott Cooper

1 month ago

The owner came to our table. His daughter took our order. Appetizer,omelets and chicken fried steak were awesome. I have my next 4 orders picked out. Can't wait to go back!

Machelle May

1 month ago

The place is really cute and comfy and on the square. The wait staff was attentive. The chicken fried steak was huge!! We will definitely come back.

Luke Rodriguez

1 month ago

I don't give out 4 stars often but this outfit deserves it! The food was awesome, my server was fun and energetic !

B Michael Ferweda

7 months ago

Wrangle the family and kick off the spurs to have a chuck wagon meal. From the Chicken fried steak to the US Marshal hash the meals will put a shiny star on your chest! Texas is big country and at Cartwright’s the plates are as big as the state. The staff is the nicest west of The Atlantic! Never a hungry traveler will there be with the awesomeness of this chef! The biscuits are better than a trail blazer and the sizzle burger will be the reward for your hard work! Fantastic place!

Garrett Jenkins

4 months ago

Love this place. We had a big group of 15 people, and the employees were more than happy to help move a couple of tables and chairs to help us out. I ordered the Texas Philly, and it was fire. Fries are also super good. Definitely will be going back!

Location

Contact Information

Hours of Operation

Friday 7 AM–8 PM
Monday 7 AM–8 PM
Saturday 7 AM–8 PM
Sunday 8 AM–2 PM
Thursday 7 AM–8 PM
Tuesday 7 AM–8 PM
Wednesday 7 AM–8 PM

Price Range

$10–20