Shal J.
Yelp
Imagine that older show..."Big Valley," and it comes to life in the form of a swanky southern inspired restaurant. Enter Haywire. Three levels with American wild west, tufted leather seating, rustic touches. As soon you enter you can be in awe at the floor to ceiling log-filled fireplace. First level features high chairs and tables, a bar and hosts to greet you promptly. The second floor is the home to the open kitchen view, wrap around bar and dining area. Attentive hosts present. Third level features more booth seating, cigars in glass display with tent canopy seating and fancy chandeliers.
This is the kind of place you take a date to or dine with a group of friends. Perfect for a fun celebration.
Haywire ambiance is casual but fancy at the same time. I found myself feeling like I was "Glamping." You know, not just any camping but a glamorous + camping vibe. Why? The tent booths offer that remote, cozy feel. The crystal chandeliers was the perfect nook for my friend and I to
catch up.
We dined on fried green tomatoes,
Elk tacos, queso with chips and onion rings. This was all served as part of the managers favorite four. I'm
not typically a queso girl. I became one that night. Usually I see yellow cheddar based queso but this one had white cheeses featured. The look was similar to clam chowder in thickness. Haywire's side salad with balsamic dressing was so refreshing. Grape tomatoes, spiced pecans, cucumbers, carrots, herbed goat cheese, Texas honey & herb vinaigrette. Yes ma'am!The pecans allowed for that crunch factor that prepped me for what was to come.
Entrees. You can't call yourself a Texan without eating a good cut of steak. Medium-well is how I like it and while it came out lighter than expected, the attentive server Tania and manager Cheryl aimed to please. Responsive. They pivoted, they immediately bring out another seasoned steak that was pure perfection. Simply prepared this place knows how to not over complicate a good thing.
Poblano salsa covered meatloaf. I felt the heat, spice and the heartiness of this meal. Can green beans be something one craves? These ones may just be! The beans were crunchy and had the perfect seasoning. I could taste the garlic in a way that wasn't overbearing.
Dessert. My favorite was the Homestead cake. Think carrot cake with candied pecans and mouth-watering caramel sauce. Honorable mentions are their bread pudding and pecan pie of course.
Kudos again to manager Cheryl, Jane (who will soon open Houston's location) and exuberant server Tania. They communicated a desire of aiming to please patrons and were knowledgeable about selections from the menu. More importantly, their excitement towards the dishes made me know they love what they serve because they enjoy the food just as much. Will I be back? Yes y'all.
This is a place you come to tell stories and will leave well fed. Southern hospitality at its finest!