You can’t live a full life on an Empty Stomach

Food can tell the story of a region and here in the southwest, it’s a story of family and friends.

As you walk in the door of Bob’s Catfish & Steak, friendly voices will call out a greeting and the rich smell of homestyle food will fill your senses. For 35 years, this Comanche restaurant has been satisfying the hardiest of appetites with overflowing plates of steak, burgers, golden hushpuppies and deep-fried catfish. Tip: Rent a party room for your next family reunion.

If you are looking for smoke and spice, head to Ringling for Mud Creek BBQ’s beef brisket, slow cooked in the local tradition. Ease your way into great conversation and mingle with locals who frequent the restaurant. They won’t steer you wrong when suggesting you close out the meal with a slice of delicious buttermilk pie.

A scenic drive on Highway 81 through the Red River valley will find you in Terral, home to Doug’s Peach Orchard. Named after the peach orchard that had filled the land, this restaurant has won over customers since 1948 with their generational recipes. In fact, their tartar sauce is so good, they’ve bottled it for us to enjoy! After a day of exploring Waurika Lake, you’ll want to stop by Bill’s Fish House. Newspapers cover the tables creating an instant charm and baskets of mouthwatering cornmeal fried catfish, calf fries, frog legs and shrimp will leave you more than satisfied before heading off onto your next adventure.