"As long as you’re OK with running into the occasional bachelor/bachelorette party kicking off their night—and maybe even joining in for a round of Ranch 616’s signature fire-in-the-hole shots—this is one of the best spots in the area for a very “Texas” meal. Grab a Patron Platter for the table, and try a sampling of half a dozen varieties of fried appetizers and semi-boneless quail bites, then order chicken fried steaks, ribeyes, Texas red snapper, and other Texas-y dishes from the entrée menu. The portions are huge, so prepare to share. Then, sit back and listen to live music performances in the dining room most nights, or relax on the spacious patio overlooking a busy stretch of Downtown. " - nicolai mccrary