From the TCFS archive · October 2026

Jeffrey's Top 20's List

Jeffrey Yarbrough and the Texas Outlaws Top 20 Texas Chicken Fried Steaks 2026 poster

The 2026 list is out — Jeffrey Yarbrough’s complete Top 20, presented in its original order.

  1. 1.Jake & Dorothy’s CaféStephenville, Texas
  2. 2.AllGood CaféDallas, Texas
  3. 3.Perini Ranch SteakhouseBuffalo Gap, Texas
  4. 4.Cast Iron GrillLubbock, Texas
  5. 5.Fred’s Texas CaféFort Worth, Texas
  6. 6.George’sWaco, Texas
  7. 7.Richter’s Antler CaféSpring Branch, Texas
  8. 8.Moonshine GrillAustin, Texas
  9. 9.Paris Coffee ShopFort Worth, Texas
  10. 10.Hickory HollowHouston, Texas
  11. 11.The Legendary Barn Door SteakhouseOdessa, Texas
  12. 12.Mama’s CaféSan Antonio, Texas
  13. 13.Mary’s CaféStrawn, Texas
  14. 14.De Wese’s Tip Top CafeSan Antonio, Texas
  15. 15.Michaels CuisineFort Worth, Texas
  16. 16.Ouisie’s TableHouston, Texas
  17. 17.Prego Pasta HouseDallas, Texas
  18. 18.The Real New Orleans Style RestaurantMarble Falls, Texas
  19. 19.Cuevas Drive InLubbock, Texas
  20. 20.Rockett Cafe & ClubWaxahachie, Texas