Outdoor seating
Yes
Cypress Street Station in Abilene
Categories
Location on the map
Abilene, Taylor County, Texas, US
Service options
Takeaway
Yes
Dine-in
Yes
Delivery
No
Health and safety
Staff required to disinfect surfaces between visits
Yes
Highlights
Fireplace
Yes
Great dessert
Yes
Great tea selection
Yes
Sport
Yes
Popular for
Lunch
Yes
Dinner
Yes
Solo dining
Yes
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Yes
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Yes
Wheelchair-accessible seating
Yes
Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Yes
Offerings
Alcohol
Yes
Beer
Yes
Cocktails
Yes
Coffee
Yes
Comfort food
Yes
Happy-hour drinks
Yes
Healthy options
Yes
Kids' menu
Yes
Spirits
Yes
Vegetarian options
Yes
Wine
Yes
Dining options
Lunch
Yes
Dinner
Yes
Catering
Yes
Dessert
Yes
Amenities
Bar on site
Yes
Good for kids
Yes
High chairs
Yes
Toilets
Yes
Wi-Fi
Yes
Atmosphere
Casual
Yes
Cosy
Yes
Historic
Yes
Romantic
Yes
Upmarket
Yes
Crowd
Family friendly
Yes
Groups
Yes
Tourists
Yes
Planning
Accepts reservations
Yes
Payments
Debit cards
Yes
Credit cards
Yes
Phone: +1 325-676-3463
Site: https://www.cypress-street.com/
Site: https://www.cypress-street.com/
Opening hours
- Monday:11AM–9PM
- Tuesday:11AM–9PM
- Wednesday:11AM–9PM
- Thursday:11AM–9PM
- Friday:11AM–9PM
- Saturday:11AM–9PM
- Sunday:Closed
Comments (199)
We decided to get off of the interstate to find lunch and ended up at Cypress Street Station. The hostess and waitress were friendly and the service was pretty quick. The bathrooms were clean. My husband enjoyed the Texas Storm wrap. I had the Thai chicken salad. The grilled chicken was good and the greens were fresh. I think the dressing could have had a little more vinegar and a little more kick but it wasnt bad.
LOVE this place. Must try the Chicken Salad stuffed avacado. The Best Chicken Salad. Highly recommend. Excellent service, outstanding food.
I had a wonderful grilled chicken salad with a very tasty Thai peanut dressing on it. Ordering this salad was one of the best decisions Ive made lately!
Excellent service, and my server Adelynn answered all my questions about the specials and went above and beyond. The food was excellent and this we the best old fashioned I have EVER had. If youre in Abilene for the night, this is the place to go!!
Great place for lunch; the beer and wine selection is great..pinot noir and Pappy Slokum vanilla brew, delish! Try their take on clam chowder.
I absolutely loved it! It is a little on the pricey side but the food was exceptional. The staff was so kind and I loved the environment! I also enjoyed the Christmas tree and the fire place :)
Fantastic atmosphere and food! The owners, Terry and Amanda, are always there working extremely hard and making sure everything is going smoothly and are friendly and kind.
Pretty underwhelming food. Got the Big J Burger with bacon and pulled pork. Bacon was overcooked, Pork was very dry and bland, and the beef didnt even taste seasoned. The fries were okay I guess, but if Im going to be paying 17 dollars for a burger. Id expect a 17 dollar burger. I can get something tastier from whataburger for half the price.
Ive heard many things about this place but today was my first time there. Its really a great place to eat and we felt very fancy eating here. I highly recommend if your celebrating a birthday.
We only had one night in the adorable town of Abilene. We were referred to Cypress Street Station. Our meal was absolutely amazing!!! Crystal our bartender and wait staff was friendly, efficient and beautiful. The General Manager Mathew came by to introduce himself and make sure we were enjoying our delicious meal. Support local and come visit this incredible restaurant! You won’t be disappointed 🤗🤗🤗
Awesome food and great service! Krystalle P did a great job as our server! I suggest the Southern Hot Mess burger. We will definitely be back.
Great food. Great service. Definitely a return trip in the near future.
Cypress Street Station has long been a staple of fine dining in Abilene. For any who doubt whether this has continued after the sudden tragic loss of the former owner, rest assured the current owners are carrying on the friendly vibes and high quality as they establish themselves as excellent restauranteurs and great community members. Both of our entrees were superb and the selection of beverages was comprehensive. We highly recommend CSS.
I like Cypress Streets selections, and can always count on something unique in their specials. Nice wine selection too.
Cypress Street is a staple of food establishments in Abilene. I always enjoy the atmosphere and the food is consistently good.Had a burger today, it was great! Make sure you add the bacon, makes it even better.Affordable, great atmosphere, excellent service, and good food earns this 5 stars.
We are new to the area and glad we found this place. Excellent service, excellent food and excellent environment. Will definitely be back and recommend to anyone that has not been.
I tried the Cajun blackened chicken witch Alfredo sauce and green fried tomatoes. I loved everything. I definitely recommend this restaurant.
Not a fan. Scallops came out fairly cold and burnt, although large in size, presentation was cheap looking. The filet was tender, yet dry, and lacked flavor. Stepdaughters meat loaf was over cooked and did not enjoy it. The inside appearance doesnt inspire much confidence either. No music, lack of staff personality...simply bland all around. No one was rude at all just bland. However, excellent bartender. Good drinks, good mixology. For the markup price, Ill stay away from now on.
It was wonderful and the food was geeat would definitely go again.
This place had GREAT service and super good food! Definitely my favorite restaurant!
We sat at the bar and the ladies there were extremely friendly and accommodating. They took my food allergy seriously (I was allergic to nearly everything on the menu) and worked with me to make sure I could have a safe a delicious meal. I recommend the lighthouse pasta. Literally the best cooked scallops Ive had off-coast and certainly one of the best, period. The gals recommended a lovely cocktail the sidecar that I loved. Great experience and will be visiting again next time I am in Abilene.
Very nice staff and good food. Owner came out to check on us. Very impressed.
Dined in today at Cypress Street Station. Delicious and expertly prepared cuisine, well trained and responsive servers, and beautifully spotless atmosphere. My first time here but it won’t be the last.
Fantastic draft beers! I didnt eat but the menu looked delicious. Staff is super friendly, and the building is really cool! If your in downtown Abilene and hungry or thirsty you should visit!!
Hubby and I had a late lunch. The atmosphere and service is always great. We love their ice tea. Everything on the menu is good. This trip I had the grilled trout, lightly blackened, very good. We will return.
This is a downtown anchor. A destination is a great benefit tabbling. Items on the menu are well presented, thought out, and executed. Great options so many that its hard to try them all on a regular basis.. the bar is great but this is a place that just demands that you come often.
Excellent food, drinks & staff! Love the atmosphere and the new owners!
My burger was great. The fried green tomatoes were a little lack luster. The fish for fish and chips was over cooked. The sweet tea was almost unsweet. The homemade chips were really the star of everything. I do wish they offered more for kids.
Absolutely love this place! The staff was friendly, service was great, and the food was absolutely amazing! Will definitely be back.
And the people here were great I love it if anybody that goes there should go there I recommend it for real the food is great the
Absolutely delectable! Excellent service, nice menu variety for appetizers, entrées and desserts. They have an extensive wine selection, craft beer on draft and hand crafted cocktails. You could not have dinner in a better location in Abilene. It is located on a quaint street near other entertainment.We had the Crab Cocktail appetizer, Boudin Meatloaf, Popper Pork Chop and Creme Brulee for dessert.Every bite was amazingly delicious!Whether you live in or around Abilene or just driving through, we highly recommend this unique restaurant.
Great food and fast service. Good location, would recommend.
My family and I sat down for a late lunch/early dinner on a Friday. I come to this restaurant almost every year during the calf festival and occasional date nights, and always enjoy their food and atmosphere. This year was the first year after covid we attended both venues, and after a delicious meal and some cooling off, our server Zane gave us our check, I paid with my debit card and left a cash tip, because to me, cash is more concrete and accessible than leaving off a debit card. As we left, the manager stopped my partner to chat about an issue, I wasn’t sure what the conversation was, I thought it may have to do with something else. So my kids and I waited outside for my partner, he informed me that the manager was very rude and treated him poorly about the tip for the server. So I went inside, as I’m the one that paid for the meal, because I feel as a server you know your table, the people sitting there, and ultimately who is paying for the meal. I addressed the issue with the manager and I told him the cash was pinned on the inside of the receipt with the pen I signed the receipt with, so it would not be dropped. The manager proceeds to look high and low under tables and finally addresses our server Zane, after some time in the back of the kitchen he comes out and apologizes but only for “advocating” for their servers and making sure they are tipped. First, I understand tipping for a service well done, but after the accusations for NOT tipping as we did tip, I wished I would have asked for that tip back. You manager and server Zane on duty the date of June 11,2021 between the time of 1:52 and 3, were an absentminded, disrespectful, and a sexism/race discriminating duo. Advocating for your servers is a practice I respect, however there are respectful ways to get that across to customers who DON’t usually tip, not customers who do tip. We won’t be attending this venue, nor will I keep recommending this place to newcomers from out of town. This after experience we had has left the worst taste and completely wiped the good eating experience we had.
Just visited my favorite burger place, Cypress Street Station. They certainly do more than burgers, but they are the only ones that nail the perfect cook temperature every time. My friend ordered the pork chop and it was fantastic, too. This is class act dining every time. Thanks Terry and Amanda!
Awesome food selection. Everything tasted amazing, especially the mushroom and sausage soup of the day. Several beer options; however, online showed this place had their own beers, but, they do not and only serve other beers. They carry about 8-10 local draft options, but have several wine and mixed drink selections. Definitely worth trying out
Lovely atmosphere. We are outside on a fantastic spring night and enjoyed the Étouffée
This is a must visit restaurant in the downtown area. The staff is great, and the food is great as well. You wont be disappointed with this place!
An excellent choice for lunch or dinnerA knowledgeable, friendly, professional staff that serves fresh dishes from terrific lunch and dinner menus, with daily specials.The owners are are on the floor; engaged and engaging.Sommelier on staff, with a well stocked cellar. The best line up of Irish Whisky Ive had the pleasure of sampling, and Ive tipped a few in the great taverns of Boston. All of your favorite spirits of all varieties and a nice collection of local beers on tap.A great experience for date night, business get together or just a few friends out and about.
Super disappointed. Ordered food for two and given the reviews expected much more. Maybe the lunch menu is just not the thing to go for. Burger looked like a frozen patty. We ordered the calamari with sauce on the side, you shouldnt have to drown your food for it to have any flavor and the breading has none, not even salt to taste. Fries were soggy, and so were the fish and chips. I understand that condensation builds in containers, but good god. We picked it up on time and live less than a mile from this place. Total miss.
Delish!! The daily specials are always the best!! The chef is super talented! Highly suggest eating here for lunch or dinner - you cant go wrong!
Sophisticated, yet down to earth kind of place. Excellent service, excellent food and drinks; very reasonable prices. Maddy (our server) was super friendly and treated my wife and I well. Matthew (the general manager) was there and made it a point to come out and see how our food and service was. He also treated us very well!! We’ll definitely be back!!
Steak wrap was delicious. Great service
Pricey but darn good! The staff is too notch. They were super helpful and very professional. The local beer I had was pretty amazing and the burger i ordered was great as well.
This place has a great atmosphere, friendly staff, and reasonable prices. Our food was cooked correctly and very favorable. We will be back again. Thank you
Absolutely wonderful. Delicious good, great service, beautiful decor.
Great food and me and my wife loved we were not rushed through the meal. The waitress was not very attentive or would then become too attentive out of nowhere. lol. Prices are high but it is a great little date spot!
We had a great meal and the best waitress!! I believe her name was Madeline. She was so attentive and took care if everyones needs! The food and drinks were delicious, cant wait to go back!
The location , atmosphere and food were awesome . The staff was friendly and attentive . The food was original and beautifully displayed . We loved it and we will go back!
Our server, Duke, was knowledgeable and respectful. There was a list of a dozen or so craft beers on tap. I enjoyed my choice of the vanilla porter. My wife looked her chicken salad. I chose with a standard house half pound hamburger with bacon. This came with home-fried potato chips, which were delicious. Our appetizer, the fried green tomatoes should not be overlooked. It was savory and salty and the best weve ever had. My only regret was not asking the waiter to cook my hamburger medium rare. The standard here seems to be well done, which led to a too dry burger for my taste. If youre in the Abilene area, check it out.
Wow! I cannot believe I waited so long to try Cypress! Food was excellent but I cannot commend this business enough...the service was absolutely over the top good!I made a reservation for last Saturday evening for our wedding anniversary dinner. I wanted something special for my wife and let me tell you...these guys knocked it out of the park! I spoke with Terry and he asked me a few questions, recommended Philpots for flowers, and he said well be ready for you guys. We walked in and I clearly noticed the hostess knew who we were (wife had no clue) and she walks us over to a table in the best spot in the place-beatuifully sat and ready with flowers, balloons, white table cloth and all! The server introduced himself and informed us a appetizer was on the way. Terry clearly took notes during our short conversation and had the perfect appetizer made for us...I had no clue! We enjoyed the great food-appetizer, meal, and desert was absolutely fantastic! During our meal 5 separate folks came over and congratulated us...the sincerity alone really made this experience the absolute best. We laughed together, laughed with the staff and thoroughly enjoyed itI cant say enough about this business. They set the standard for service! Cypress youve got a forever customer...the passion to serve your customers is astonishing!
So very good!! Good food and Amazing service! Maddie, the server, was helpful, polite, fun, and over the top Amazing. This was my first time here and my wife and I will be going back!
It was good. Though I had to get up and get our silverware for our meal. We had the fried green tomatoes and the dip sandwich. The homemade cold has a real nice flavor
The Cypress Street Cafe owners Terry & Amanda are amazing. They couldnt be more hospitable. And their staff is awesome. A truly courteous, hospital staff. And for Abilene, a unique & amazing menu! A brand new menu!!!
Went here for anniversary dinner and the food was fabulous! Staff was great and will be back!Its a bit expensive at dinner and weekends. Well worth it especially for our anniversary celebration.
Very good food. We used them for our wedding. Although they close on Sundays, the managers were eager to provide catered meals for wedding in a Sunday. The chef came in to prepare food for our small wedding of 15 people and they allowed us to use their utensils for free. We had plenty of food left over.
The relaxed atmosphere is great, most restaurants with food quality of this caliber are white linen tablecloths and stuffy. My only suggestion is that both times we have eaten there the side dishes described, the first time as roasted vegetables and second time as mashed potatoes with cheese or something and neither time did they explain why we had a rice side instead.. I am sure had I asked they would have explained, the rice side was sticky and not much flavor. The main entree, appetizers and drinks are top quality as is the hostess and wait staff. We will be back.
Absolutely amazing!! Beautiful building, great atmosphere. We had the Tuscan chicken and it was delicious! Our waitress Krystalle was so very very good! She gave us food suggestions and kept our drinks topped off, really friendly wonderful waitress! The cheesecake was to die for! Highly recommend this place!
Very relaxing atmosphere for lunch in the middle of a hectic day. Its the perfect place to enjoy a great meal and catch up with old friends. The menu was inventive and well curated. The food was prepared perfectly and was absolutely delicious. The service was attentive and provided spot-on recommendations from the menu. The creme brulee rivaled the best I have had in Paris!
Loved it, amazing service, amazing food and unique flavors and style. Very fine dining. 10/10
The food was delicious, and the service was prompt and friendly. Our table shared the Calamari and Bruschetta, I had the Ginger Citrus Quail and finished with the Chocolate Wonder. Everything I tasted was fantastic. The alcohol in the ganache of the Chocolate Wonder could have been balanced better, but that was the only slightly negative I could find. If we return to Abilene and want a better quality meal, we will definitely be returning to Cypress Street Station.
Fantastic little shop tucked away downtown.Service was excellent, food was good - although a bit expensive for what it was.The selection of craft beer with a very local emphasis was greatly appreciated.
The food and service was great. We also had the opportunity to talk with the owner/management and they were very nice and helpful. I highly recommend The Cypress Street Station for your dining and meeting needs.
The food was awesome. My husband and I shared the the cheese plate appetizer, then the crab cake...omg soooo good...and for dessert the cream burleigh. Great date night!
My wife and I have tried SO many restaurants around town and this one has become our monthly date night. You won’t be disappointed by anything on the menu and I suggest always try one of the specials. Professionalism is on point. Manager came to our table about 4 times. Waiter/bartender came to our table at key opportunities to fill our drinks but not intrude on our conversations. (Good job Jackson) all in all, best restaurant in Abilene with best service as well. Enjoy!
The food is really good! Feels a little shabby inside (the carpet looks dirty). But they were very accommodating to the specific needs of our group and service was pretty good. Lunch menu was moderately priced ($10 burger) and, again, delicious. Great place to have a icy-cold tea and beat the heat.
Had the pleasure of dining here during an over night stay in Abilene. To be honest we selected Cypress Street because it was one of the very few local restaurants that was open Monday plus it was downtown. Everything was great from Rebecca service to the food and the atmosphere.
Wish that I could add stars.I travel frequently for work and thus eat out frequently.I had the pork, it was spectacular. This has been my best meal for 2020 and this is week 7 of travel...Thank you for a flavor explosion. My waitress was also top notch.
Restaurant was amazing. For one when I called to ask a out vegetarian options and if they had black bean burgers they didnt but let me know that if I gave them a few days advance on coming in they would make sure they had the ingredients to make it. Being impressed my wife and I decided to go anyway. My wife ended up getting the steak, I got the panko chicken. Both meals were delicious. The service was amazing and they have an awesome drink selection with local brew beers.
The food and service was worth ten stars! Honestly some of the best chicken Ive ever had, the waiter was very conscientious whilst being unobtrusive he gave good food and wine suggestions, kept our water and drinks topped up and handled the kids well. Unfortunately the bartender served water with my whiskey on the rocks and milk with my Kahlúa coffee. Still, overall it was so good that it deserves every star and then some, I highly recommend it.
This place is great! Amazing service (ask for Kaitlyn)!
They never disappoint! Delicious food, fantastic drinks( especially the maple old fashion) and amazing service!
Wow! Great service, delicious food. I was worried the Southern Hot Mess would be weird with its spicy pimento cheese and bread and butter jalapenos but dont worry this isnt grandmas pimiento cheese its a spicy semi-sharp delicacy and the jalapenos are tasty without overpowering.
We held a rehearsal dinner with 27 people in attendance. Every aspect (ability to decorate, personalize, determine menu and other) was handled very professionally and in an extremely friendly manner. Everyone raved about the food! It was delicious. The service was excellent. Our dinner was a huge success! We highly recommend Cypress Street Station.
Nice place. There where 6 of us dinner and we all had good food and a good time. No one was disappointed at all. The waitress and staff was on point. If I come back to town I would come back for another relaxing dinner for sure.
We spent a lot of money here and we’re very disappointed in this restaurant. The service was very good and the hostesses were friendly, but the food was a major disappointment. I had a chicken dish that was overcooked and generally flavorless and my husband’s fish was overcooked. Yes, we should have complained but we were with another couple and didn’t want to create a problem. So I take this opportunity to register my opinion and suggest you go elsewhere.
Stopped on the way traveling back home. Me and my family enjoyed everything we got. The sweet tea was also delicious. Very friendly staff and great service. everything’s homemade and the restaurant is locally owned. Highly recommend.
I loooooved it deliciousWould recommend this
Fantastic experience. We didnt notice a delay in the food being prepared and the manager comped us the entire meal.
My wife and I along with my parents ate here before going to the Grace Museum and the experience was wonderful! Our waitress was great and the chef, yes i said chef, came out to see if we wanted dessert! You usually dont get something like that at a normal place! Inside was elegant and a total surprise! Building has a great history and the staff was glad to share what they knew. Meal was absolutely wonderful. Price was great too! Is a great place to stop by for a late lunch although i think they close at 2p to close and prepare for dinner, so keep that in mind. FYI, we ate there on a Saturday. I would definitely recommend!PS. Have been there a few more times and i love it even more! Cannot say enough good things about it!
Excellent dining experience. Would like to try their dinner menu one day too.
Went for Dinner last night. (01/25/2021) Waited more than an hour for burgers and Fish & Chips. I ordered a burger Medium Rare. When I received, it was ice cold and totally over done. This is my second trip to the restaurant and my second visit was as bad as my first. I will never return.
Food was very well prepared and presented. Flavor was over the top. Our waiter (Eric) was very attentive. The owner (Amanda) came over to introduce herself and briefly visit. We will defiantly return.
We were hungry from a long drive. We stopped in around 7 on a Saturday night. We ordered a filet steak and two pasta dishes. One with pesto and one with bacon sausage and ham. Every thing was excellent. Steak was done perfectly. Highly recommend.
Very nice place to spend a weekend evening. Excellent food and great atmosphere. We will definitely be returning here.
Stopped for lunch while out of town so we had no clue what would be good. Sat outside the restaurant and had our lunch. Delicious food and super sweet service!! Thank you Crystal for your recommendations!! Loved it and if we are ever back in town will definitely come back
Great drinks. The setting is great for an afternoon with conworkers.
Our server was very attentive and the filet with green beans was really really good. atmosphere is nice and it’s right downtown.
Great drinks, great food, amazing service. Well worth the money everytime. We spent about $50 a person for 3 cocktails and an entrée each.
Reasonably priced, excellent service, good food, nice atmosphere.
Fantastic staff behind the bar and a pleasure to meet the owner.
The atmosphere was beautiful, the food was very good. The server we had was very poor. I was very disappointed in the way we were treated by him.
This is a great place to take your significant other for a Date Night. The food is great, I love the atmosphere, and I was never disappointed by what I ordered. This place really is a gem.
GF can eat here but very disappointing. Very limited gluten free selection. I think gf bread is awful so a no bun hamburger with a side salad was about it. No dedicated fryer and alternate sides were salad or fruit. They said the tortilla soup was gf but they only had flour tortillas. Staff didn’t wear masks for covid so that was unnerving too. Food was ok
We sat in the dinning area and listed to the Piano Man. He was wonderful! The server was awesome and took really good care of us. Drinks never empty and always had a smile on. Food was great! And so was dessert!I will be coming back!!
Delicious and well prepared. Portions are smaller than I expected for the price ranges but the quality of the food makes up for it. We had the trout and New York steak, both were fantastic.
We came in 15 minutes before closing (I know, I know...) and were warmly greeted by the one server/bartender. He was friendly and worked very hard keeping up with all the tables. Cant imagine why there was just one person there but he did a great job and earned these 5 stars. Wish I had caught his name. The food was pretty good, too. I think we would return next time were in town.
I loved the charm of the decor, from the storefront curved windows, to the tiny vintage hexagon tiles, the beautiful bar, and the pressed tin ceiling tiles; just charming and authentic.The menu was small-this is not a criticism. About six dishes each in about 5 categories? A good selection without turning into a novel. And the dishes themselves had good flavor profiles and were perfectly proportioned. By that I mean your plates were not overflowing. The portion sizes were just right to fill you up but leave room for the next course without waste or the urge to clean your plate and over stuff yourself. Very accommodating to the members of my party with special dietary requests. A very enjoyable meal.So why only three stars? The price point. Quite simply the value for your dollar isnt there. Ingredients are well thought out, but the flavor combinations are not ground breaking and there is nothing on the menu with anything exotic that would seem to justify it. I will say I didnt try the steaks and have no issue paying top dollar for a good cut of meat and those seemed to average about $25-28, which is pretty reasonable since Im sure that they were of as good quality as the entrees my party enjoyed. But pasta dishes creeping close to $20 that have frozen shrimp just seems like missing mark. Again, delicious, frozen shrimp and all, but Id feel better about the meal with about a 20% cut in price. Basically anything not steak or seafood still averaged $18-20 and I just have issue with burgers and sandwiches in that price range.Also, the service. Our server was friendly and personable, but not quite as quick and attentive as the restaurant would seem to demand. A couple small serving faux pas, like literally not asking us what wed like to drink (We ended up just drinking the water he brought when he greeted the table) and asking if wed like dessert without having a desert menu handy. (I had seen the menu online before coming and already had one in mind, but my dining companions werent prepared) But he wasnt rude nor so slow that we couldnt be patient. Again its a value for your dollar and I just expected tighter service for the price we were paying.I did like the food very much so Im happy to recommend it. Im just slightly disappointed in those two areas. It may not bother others so enjoy!
The food is always excellent, The cocktails wine and beer selection are top notch and the staff always makes me feel like I have been a regular for years. Add the quiet atmosphere and friendly patrons and this place is perfect.
FANTASTIC SEAFOOD! Definitely the best in town! Wonderful considering there really arent any places to get much seafood. Their selections are fresh and flown in daily. I highly recommend the bayou florentine! I cannot say enough about the food because it truly is spectacular! Very full bar as well. Give this place a try! Youll be back!
Good food, but menu is a bit confusing (and perhaps a tad vague) for those who dont know anything about Southern/Cajun-style food. I had never heard of blackened before, so I thought it meant slightly charred since there was no description whatsoever. A friend helped explain it, as did the waiter, who was willing to substitute the dish for something less spicy. Great customer service, but I would advise them to add descriptions to menu items.
Wonderful food & service! Have been going here for 20+ years & the experience is always superb. Whether it is a quick bite for lunch, a night out on the town with friends or a romantic dinner with the one you love!
Wasnt bad. Server was great.
We may not have stopped if we had. My family loved every dish that we ordered and would like to go back to try others.The best bang for your buck is to visit at lunch time. Their prices are very good for the quality of food given. But even looking at the dinner prices, it is still a good deal.We did not have any problems with service, but arrived well before the lunch hour rush.I would highly recommend this restaurant.
Amazing but expensive. We had a coupon to pay for most of the meal and they still went beyond to make me feel special for my birthday. Thank you
We enjoyed this cafe. The food was good. I would say that the prices were just slightly high for all of their dishes. That being said it was a nice experience for me and my friend being from out town to support local businesses.
The food is excellent and reasonably priced. Great place to go for conversation and intimacy. Service is good. If you haven’t been there in a while you should go. New menu and specials that are fun and yummy.
Great spot for american food. I wish there were more places like this around town. The staff was sociable and attentive. Food is like a restaurant in Jacksonville I loved.
Great local place to eat. American food based menu, but also has great seasonal offerings. But folks, hold your food rakes (aka forks)... the desert is worth writing home about. It will not disappoint you. The price point is a little higher but worth the local flare! A great downtown place for a great meal!
Just popped in for dinner, and glad we did.The Thai salad is back up to standard. Crisp lettuce, perfectly grilled chicken and lots of yummy peanut sauce.The cheese board was generous, good cheese choices, if a bit main street, but a nice snack.The French Martini was delightful.
This was only the second time we have been, but thoroughly enjoyed it. Not sure what to expect from some of the combinations, but we are always pleased with the way it turns out. Have not been disappointed yet, and we enjoy trying new things.
A cool place with a low key vibe and great food!Giving it three stars though because my tab was $49.10 which I charged on my card and tipped $10 in cash, but when I checked my bank account later in the night (we ate lunch here), I saw I was charged $59.10 on my card.The place was great, but not so great that its okay to take an additional $10 on top of the original $10 cash tip.So I suggest eating here, but pay in cash or check your bank account immediately after paying to make sure you are being charged correctly.
As a lifetime resident of Abilene, this restaurant is not only a landmark but a tradition. Unfortunately the last few times that Ive eaten there have been less than sub par to say the least. Everyone that has had to work their way through college knows what a frozen pizza looks and tastes like. I truly believe that I paid $15.00 for a frozen pizza, not a brick oven pizza that is actually listed on their menu. As for the service, the waitress was very friendly, but everyone at the table had to swap food because the orders were all mixed up. I hope that all the inconsistencies and problems can be resolved, and that Cypress Street Station can be the shining jewel in downtown Abilene once again.
We had lunch after a family funeral as a small group. Everyone loved the food and the excellent service! Amanda,one of the owners is awesome.
I met with some friends for lunch at Cypress Street. I had the Reuben Sandwich. It was excellent. A big sandwich with potato chips. Truely enjoyable. Cost was $12.
Nice restaurant. Beautiful old building and great employees. The food was good but a bit ordinary.
Food is good and good service. I always enjoy food here.its little bit pricey for food..
Staff was excellent and the Bayou Pasta was amazingly tastey.
The food was good but there are no vegetarian options other than to ask to take meat off an existing sandwich.
Cozy restaurant with an upper class air.
Great restaurant and friendly management. Brian Green the owner was very friendly/helpful. I will recommend friends and family and be a returning customer. Great beer and super cheap food for the quality. I live in Dallas and for a nice 5 star establishment like this expect to pay 3x the amount in DFW.
What a gem! Gourmet food at intermediate price, cool local beers, an inspiring menu and the servers are nice as can be. Good for lunch or date night.
Some of the best food in Abilene. Their pasta dishes are wonderful and the calamari appetizer is not to be missed. The seasoned chips are also worth a try.
Had 5 different meals & a couple appetizers. I believe theres not a bad dish on the menu. Definitely worth the price. Phenomenal!
We came for lunch for the first time today. I had the chicken caesar salad with fried artichokes and my husband had Bayou chicken florentine and fried calamari. The calamari was inedible. It was rubbery and REEKED of fish, something fresh seafood doesnt do. My chicken caesar salad was very good but the fried artichokes were clearly from a jar given the extremely salty taste although it was freshly fried. The bayou chicken florentine had very good flavor and was seasoned well. In fact would have been the hit of the meal had it been hot. Each entree came with a cornbread muffin (jalapeno cornbread) I wish I had known prior to ordering so I couldve ask for a substitute but my husband liked them. The price is reasonable for lunch but the quality left something to be desired.
In our general quest for Texas brews, the beer brewing part of the operation diverted us from I-20. The superlative service and food will guarantee our return. The menu is eclectic as was our order. The southern mix of pork, sausage and crawfish was well balanced for spice and flavor. The fish special (dorado) was perfectly prepared, delicately flavored and priced reasonably. The quail was phenomenal. The beers are good. The porter was the best for me, the others would all make for good session beers. If you live in Abilene and make The Olive Garden or Outback your regular nice dinner out, shame on you.
Great date night spot! Servers are always welcoming and attentive, food is great, get the cheesecake for desert!
Not from around here but dang if I ever make it back this way Im eating here...great environment, great service, and exceptional food! Thank you
Sandwich at lunch. It was ok, nothing special.
Extremely satisfied with this establishment. It was clean, friendly and attentive staff and the salmon was phenomenal. 10/10 recommend.
I have never ordered something I didnt enjoy. The food is delicious!! Whenever visiting this restaurant, be sure to have ample time. Food takes a while to get to the table, but its always worth the wait.
I think some of the postings here under the anonymity of Google User may be from other establishments, and in that respect, slightly disingenuous. Ive eaten here many times, and its our default venue for meet-ups. The manager/owner, Kevin, is always welcoming, and the service friendly - I know they take it seriously, having witnessed one of the staff pep-talks. Expensive? I suppose its a relative phrase, and there are certainly cheaper places to eat, but as a once a month special, Id recommend it every time. Without this place, Abilene would be a drearier place to visit!
We went there for a group event, the salad was a couple pieces of field greens with nothing else, barely a mouthful. The steaks were not cooked as requested. And then the individual tabs had a 20 plus percent gratuity automatically added...
Had a privet party of 13 for graduation in the back. The place was full as well, however you would never know it. This is because the staff was excellent. They not only served but also assured we were taken care of. If I lived there I would go all the time.
The calamari is delicious! I had a braised short rib which changed my life (but it was a special).
Took the family. The filet mignon, salmon and chicken were awesome. Will be back to try more of the menu.
Terrible, the new owner is so rude and disrespectful. We had our wedding s reception there and the service and food was horrible. Plus she charged me twice on my card. And on top of that stole some bottles of champagne. I wouldnt recommend the place at all. Charged me also almost 300 dollars extra to set 2 tables out of the area we had agreed on. Crappy lady.
Came in last night with my buddy Mike and got to meet Amanda the owner she was really nice! We got there at a good time because the place was packed earlier after an event at the civic center. They currently are a brewpub with 3 tanks behind the bar but I believe Amandas plan is to bring in more well known drafts and change up the menu a bit to breathe some fresh air into things. Go check it out!
Best food I have had in a very long time. And the staff even made a special dish for my vegan friend.
Came here for the atmosphere and because they were open late, I was surprised at how good the food was. Three of us got three different dishes and they were all high quality, prepared well, and tasted great.
Havent been in a while. Just went again and food was great. Service was quick. I had the Louisiana Dip and it was excellent. Highly recommended!
Over rated. First time there..got ready to order my favorite ruban sandwich. Waiter took menu away saying it was the wrong one, lunch menu, mind you it was 4 in the afternoon. Told me I couldnt order it.
Great food, scallop pasta and crab cake were both really good. The cornbread was also light and tasty.
My daughter & I had just came from an event from the grace Museum. Our host sat us down in front of the restaurant by the window. We had been waiting for 20 minutes (there was a couple setting beside us) not ONCE did the server acknowledge us seating beside the couple. BE RIGHT YOU WITH OR GOOD EVENING OR WHAT CAN I GET YOU TO DRINK!!! NOT A WORD!!!! THIS PLACE WAS NOT EVEN BUSY!!!! We left!!! I did tell the host that we our leaving (being courteous). He did say he was sorry very apologetic. Then our server approached us while we are leaving this place, Im not your server but you server the couple that was not even 2 ft away from us.
Great burgers and a relaxing atmosphere. The piano player was there late at night and it makes you feel like your in a spy movie, meeting a rendezvous at the bar.
Restored downtown venue good service good food unique menu high end bar good wines
The food was cooked better then anywhere I have been. I enjoyed the service. I will tell peoe that the drinks are worth the dollar!
Youre in Abilene and gonna be snotty about food.... The waiter actually tells me our chefs are very particular about how they serve their food, they dont make substitutions Then it takes 40 minutes to get our meal. Its cold to the touch... waiter says they chef intends for it to be served room temp. Bland, uninspired, flavorless, joke on Abilene.Look, Im the one paying over $130 for four people (no drinks, 2 beers). Its not the chefs meal, its mine! Good luck staying in business!
Well, the best thing about this place is the atmosphere... I find the layout a little strange but it looks clean, theres usually a pianist, and the staff is ok. There is also a fireplace, but Ive never seen them run it. My biggest issue is with the food, it tastes good but it is very overpriced! Theres usually not much of it.. and they change their menu way too often.... when I find something I like, they get rid of it. Seems like the special is always mahi mahi. I guess thats one thing they dont change much. I was underwhelmed. I agree with some of the others about the usual bartender, Im familiar with this character as well and he can be pretty rude. The drinks are very expensive too! Two will probably cost as much as your plate.. Beware...The Beehive is much better.
Went there for a company party. Very polite staff and great food! Luckily my company paid the ticket, Id have to wash the dishes all week to cover my meal!
Very very very expensive. I wouldnt recommend going here with large groups to eat lol. Came here with bf on our first date...Idk I guess he wanted to impress me :P . lol nah we went because hes a crafted ale fan and heard this place made Its Iwn beer? Was really slow when we went. We sat in bar area which was really nice and our server was epic and introduced me to my now absolute favorite drink (h amaretto sour). Shw also took a picture of us for me ^.^ . We gotb their pizza and calamari as appetizer. Both delicious. I think my bf got their house beer and said it was good but not great. The calamari was epic too, because Im used to the tiny pieces they sell at olive garden but this places calamri were huge pieces.Anyway I liked this place because my first timeb there was great and it holds fond memories but probably would not go back again because expensive.
Excellent food and service. Owners are super friendly as was their staff. Dont miss this place if you are in Abilene
Catering service is severely overpriced. Charged my friend $4700 for a few trays of cheese and meats. This was a funeral memorial, and my friend did not check the prices. Cypress should be ashamed. The trays were not that good, either. These could have been ordered individually from anywhere for about $400 at the most. Shame on you Cypress. Everyone please boycott Cypress.
Always get the best service when me and my co workers have dinner. Hopefully the pizza will be back soon!!!
American food, yeah, so tasty. Nothing but pleasant experiences here. I can see why they have so many good reviews.
First restaurant we visited in Abilene. And, it was a great experience. Food (Reuben Sandwich) was one of the best Ive had in Texas.
Very good food and overall atmosphere were great. The service was excellent too.
Great spot downtown offering very fresh and healthy options. Chicken wrap was really good. Nice wait staff.
Delicious meal, unique ingredients, friendly service, historical architecture, highly recommended. Convenient local and hours.
Very good. We had a BLAT(BLT with avocado) and a club sandwich. Chips were homemade. Each had a tasty twist.
Decent staff and a bit overpriced.I read nice reviews and planned my day off acordingly.The food took 30 min to arriveAnd when it finaly didI tippred snd walked outHeyI just eent with pizza instesd.
Food was phenomenal. Service was terrific. Atmosphere is great. Will now be one of my husband and Is frequent date spots!!!
Havent been back in years. Great food, great local beer selection, great service. They have turned this place around! Recommended!
Portuguese chowder is amazing! And also the thai chicken salad with spicy peanut sauce. The owners are fantastic too!
Nice place, great drinks, unique and delicious food, and the owner is a very nice guy! He was very sweet to my 4 year old and gave her a cup of cherries 😊
Always good service and great management me and my fiance went here a month ago and loved it then I got some friends from church to go last nite and once again it was great
Great food and atmosphere.
New owners Terry and Amanda have just recently surpassed the 1year mark of their ownership.. They have upgraded the menu..and replaced and or restored various kitchen appliances for their staff.. Great food at great prices.. What more could a body ask for!!
Great shrimp po boys!
Always pleasant staff. Never a bad meal! Full service bar.
The food was good. prices were reasonable
Great food, excellent service, and a very welcoming owner. Well be back!
Had a great time, good wait staff good food good atmosphere
Southern hot mess made GF with fresh vegetables is always great. I wish they still served a GF cider though. The only thing I dont enjoy is the loud piano on the weekend.
The food was excellent and the cocktails and wine were excellent. Add in the friendly and knowledgeable bartender and it was a perfect experience.
I got The Jam, and was very pleased! Food was good, service was excellent.
The experience was delightful. The entrees were delicious, the service excellent, with lovely surroundings. We are looking forward to our next visit.
Beautiful decor and excellent food make this downtown jewel a destination restaurant!
Excellent food at a reasonable price. Comfortable fine dining atmosphere. The service was great.
Good service. Food was very good. Drinks were very good. Neat historic building. Would definitely go back.
Expensive, but well worth it! The food is excellent and the atmosphere is very upscale and comfortable without being stuffy or ritzy. Staff was friendly and will definitely come back!
Great food. Great service. Nice atmosphere and decor.
OMGosh ... the best! Amazing food, great atmosphere, great drinks, quality service ... best Reuben I have ever had! I can’t wait to return!
Calamari is the best Ive ever had. Service is great. Cool vibe.
Very nice place if your looking for a high end place to eat. The drinks are good and strong and the food is amazing.
The clam chowder was awesome, as well as the burger. Good local beer as well. Great service.
The kitchen sink Ceasar salad is one of my absolute favorite dishes!
We were there Saturday afternoon. Great service and very good food. Love the location also!!
Tried alligator for the first time in a yummy Creole honey mustard sauce & the special was also delicious [steak medallions, mashed potatoes, & green beans].
It was a wonderful restaurant. Staff is nice and food is delicious. Would definitely recommend to others
Total reviews rating 4.5
199 Reviews for Cypress Street Station 2023:
Review №1
2021-12-30Rebecca is wonderful! Friendly and accommodating she is marvelous. The restaurant was clean, service great and the meatloaf burger, slaw, and house made chips were great!
Review №2
2021-09-30The building of this restaurant is a really neat, old building with original brick and metal ceilings. The service was really good and so was the food. The food was overpriced for the presentation. It tasted good but I was underwhelmed as it arrived at the table. I would recommend giving Cypress Street a try.
Review №3
2022-02-21I brought my extended family here one time, and now every time they visit they insist we go! We all love the food and the servers are all so kind and helpful. They always go above and beyond to make my daughters feel special on their birthdays, so we go every year!
Review №4
2021-07-25Absolutely delicious. 1st time coming, loved the vibe. Our server was very kind and upbeat. Had the Honey Citrus Quail and creme Brule, loved it. The honey sauce was *chefs kiss*. Highly recommend trying out this restaurant at least once.
Review №5
2022-04-16I was referred here by another restauranteur and was pleasantly surprised by the great service and ample portions. The food is excellent and the price is surprisingly affordable for the level of service and atmosphere. I will definitely be back.
Review №6
2021-02-23Maddy made my day and experience one to remember! First time in this establishment and I highly recommend the food and atmosphere! The rainbow trout and house salad is so awesome! Excellent service and choices of local brews! Five dime blonde was a wonderful tasting pairing with the lunch.
Review №7
2022-04-24I have been here a few times and love the dynamic menu, it always seems to have a good variety of food with changes to keep it fresh and exciting... The cherry on top is their maple old fashioned, I have never had a better one ANYWHERE in the world and that is with standard bourbon, I plan on trying one made with an upgrade on my next trip to Abilene...
Review №8
2020-10-17We enjoyed the atmosphere and food immensely. The waitress was kind and attentive. The pulled pork sandwich was spectacular. The desserts were worth going back for soon!
Review №9
2022-06-22Loved it. Try the hot pastrami. Could use a little more sauerkraut for my taste but Im not complaining. Friendly staff, fantastic service.
Review №10
2022-04-07Ok THIS WAS AMAZING! The service was great the food, well the food is truly something special. Great flavors, good ortions and real green beans! Tx joke most places give you pods and call those string beans. The food again wow, 8 of us and everyones food was wonderful. Amazing wine selection and yes we had and shared dessert....I AM GOING BACK!