Wolf Den Family Restaurant

4.5 ( 1346 reviews )
Checking... 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM See Hours
$10–20
1901 W California St, Gainesville, TX 76240, United States
+1 940-665-9653

Wolf Den Family Restaurant, located at 1901 W California St in Gainesville, TX, has quickly become a favored dining spot, praised for its warm, welcoming atmosphere and hearty home-cooked meals. Customers consistently highlight the exceptional service, with staff like Macee leaving a lasting impression for their attentiveness and friendliness. Allen Morris expressed appreciation for the generous portions and reasonable pricing, while Sun Yi raved about the phenomenal food and the restaurant's unique food challenge.

Reviewers note the comfort of the dining space, with Adrianna Jones mentioning the roomy booths and knowledgeable servers. The menu offers a delightful range of comfort food, including the standout chicken fried steak and spicy chicken options highlighted by Anthony. Patrons often comment on the generous portion sizes reminiscent of classic family eateries like Black Eyed Pea.Sandy Haupert encapsulates the essence of Wolf Den by stating it’s a must-stop for anyone traveling north, marking it as a reliable choice for delicious meals at good prices. With a commitment to customer satisfaction and memorable meals, Wolf Den Family Restaurant promises a fulfilling dining experience that invites you to return.

Amenities and More

  • Service options
    • Takeaway
    • Dine-in
  • Highlights
    • Fast service
    • Great coffee
    • Great dessert
    • Great tea selection
  • Popular for
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
    • Solo dining
  • Accessibility
    • Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • Wheelchair-accessible seating
    • Wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • Offerings
    • All you can eat
    • Coffee
    • Comfort food
    • Healthy options
    • Quick bite
    • Small plates
  • Dining options
    • Brunch
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
    • Catering
    • Dessert
    • Seating
    • Table service
  • Amenities
    • Toilet
    • Wi-Fi
    • Wi-Fi
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
    • Cosy
    • Trendy
  • Crowd
    • Family friendly
    • Groups
    • Tourists
    • University students
  • Planning
    • Accepts reservations
  • Payments
    • Credit cards
    • Debit cards
    • Credit cards
  • Children
    • Good for kids
    • High chairs
    • Kids' menu
  • Parking
    • Free of charge street parking
    • Free parking lot
    • Parking

Reviews For Wolf Den Family Restaurant

Allen Morris
Jun 27,2025
Service from Macee was excellent! Very sweet and polite. Great food, big portions, and priced reasonably. Thanks for a great dinner night out! Would definitely stop in again. Thank You Macee!
Sun Yi
Jun 14,2025
Phenomenal food. Great service. Super friendly family vibes. 100% would go again if in the area. They even have a food challenge you can attempt!
Adrianna Jones
Jun 12,2025
Wolf Den had the best customer service! From the moment we walked in, we were greeted, and sat in a very comfortable and roomy booth. Our server was such a kind, welcoming and knowledgeable lady. She answered all questions we had and checked up on us throughout our lunch. If I could give the food a 4.5 star I would, as the chicken fried steak was very satisfying. The food is similar to what you would have at a Black Eyed Pea or a Tin Star Cafe, good enough to fill you up with portions Texas sized. I gave the “atmosphere “ a 4 since they were out of soap in the ladies room. Overall, we enjoyed our visit.
Sandy Haupert
May 23,2025
Whenever we head north, whether it’s to stay at winstar or keep going, we always stop here for lunch/supper. The food is great, the service is excellent and the prices are good. I highly recommend Wolf Den.
Anthony
May 12,2025
Great home cooking. Food is excellent and the place is always clean. Plenty of staff to take care of you even when super busy, they usually are during lunch. Nice easy parking, I recommend the spicy chicken sandwich or wrap, both are excellent. The French dip is also one of my favorites. Prices are definitely good for the amount of food and service.
shoo shoo
May 2,2025
Only been a couple of times but enjoyed both visits. My friends only have good things to say. If you're looking for diner fare with a flare, this is your place. Their fajita salad is more like a giant taco... bigger than most faces. Solid chicken fried steak. Fried mushrooms and fried okra were as good as or better than any other place I have tried. Nachos were giant with nacho style cheese. Good ambience and friendly attentive staff.
Monique Hines
Apr 5,2025
Our 1st time coming here and what a great experience all around from walking in, the food, the service and even paying the check lol. Our waitress was Myrtle and she was very nice, answered any questions we had and didn't rush us in any way. The food tasted very very good only possible complaint is the cornbread could use some work it was dry and bland. Will definitely be back.
Clint Ellis
Mar 19,2025
This place is great! We showed up 30 minutes before close on a long trip back home. We were tired and hungry and left refreshed and full! The staff was super friendly, chatted with us and kept our drinks topped off and made sure we were well taken care of! Even right before close the food was fresh and hot! The catfish is to die for! The Mac and cheese was thick and creamy, and my wife loved it, and she’s picky about her Mac! The okra was crispy and perfectly cooked! Highly recommend stopping here for a bite!

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