1st City Cafe

4.5 ( 259 reviews )
Checking... 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM See Hours
$10–20
200 N Fredonia St, Nacogdoches, TX 75961, United States
+1 936-564-1234

1st City Cafe, located within the historic Hotel Fredonia in Nacogdoches, TX, offers a delightful blend of classic mid-century ambience and comfort food excellence. The decor transports you back to the late 1950s, creating a quaint yet vibrant setting for your dining experience.

Highlights from numerous reviews emphasize the cafe's exceptional menu. Guests rave about the Crab Cake Benedict, served on a perfectly fried crab cake instead of traditional bread, while others recommend the Fredonia hashbowl, a savory medley of fries, bacon, and eggs that leaves a lasting impression. The chicken fried steak and shrimp with grits also receive high praises for their robust flavors.

Service at 1st City Cafe is often described as friendly and attentive, although some patrons note variability in efficiency. Whether you're drawn in by the promise of delicious pancakes with real maple syrup or the irresistible cauliflower rice, the reasonable prices make this cafe an appealing option for both locals and visitors. In short, 1st City Cafe is a charming culinary gem where nostalgia meets scrumptious dishes—a must-visit for any food lover in Nacogdoches.

Amenities and More

  • Accessibility
    • Has wheelchair-accessible car park
    • Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • Has wheelchair-accessible seating
    • Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • Service options
    • Has outdoor seating
    • Offers takeaway
    • Serves dine-in
    • No delivery
  • Highlights
    • Has fast service
    • Has great beer selection
    • Serves great coffee
    • Serves great dessert
    • Has great tea selection
    • Has live performances
  • Popular for
    • Popular for breakfast
    • Popular for lunch
    • Popular for dinner
    • Good for solo dining
  • Offerings
    • Serves alcohol
    • Serves beer
    • Serves cocktails
    • Serves coffee
    • Serves comfort food
    • Serves healthy options
    • Serves small plates
    • Serves spirits
    • Serves wine
  • Dining options
    • Serves breakfast
    • Serves brunch
    • Serves lunch
    • Serves dinner
    • Serves dessert
    • Has seating
  • Amenities
    • Has bar on site
    • Has toilet
    • Has Wi-Fi
    • Free Wi-Fi
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
    • Cosy
    • Historic
    • Trendy
  • Crowd
    • Family friendly
    • Good for groups
    • Popular with tourists
  • Planning
    • Accepts reservations
  • Payments
    • Accepts credit cards
  • Children
    • Good for kids
    • High chairs available
    • Has kids' menu
  • Parking
    • Free of charge street parking
    • Free parking lot
    • Plenty of parking
  • Pets
    • Dogs allowed outside

Reviews For 1st City Cafe

Larry Troy
Jun 26,2025
Charming cafe in the Historic Fredonia Hotel in Nacogdoches, the oldest town in Texas. The cafe and hotel is set in a classic late 1950's decor and vibe. Food is delicious and the service is impeccable. Make sure you ask for the real maple syrup for you pancakes or waffles.
Cathy C
Jun 19,2025
We had Crab Cake Benedict and wow. Delicious. Loved that it was served on a lightly fried crab cake & no bread. Sauce was perfect. Would like slightly bigger potato pieces. Also had an espresso martini and the best. Service was very good. Big room was noisy but side room better. We asked & was allowed to move from big room.
Julio G
Jun 9,2025
The cafe is inside The Fredonia hotel a 1950’s construction so you step back in time when you enter. We had the Fredonia hashbowl which is a bowl with fries, onions, bell peppers, ham and bacon with two eggs sitting on top. It was really good. For “dessert” we had the pancakes and they were really good also. Friendly staff and nice place
Christine Kay
Jun 4,2025
Nestled inside the historic Hotel Fredonia, this mid-century restaurant is a gem! We had the best chicken fried steak and shrimp with grits, ever! The sauce for the cheese curds was delish, and the bread pudding topped it off perfectly. Although we didn't stay in the hotel, we plan to make a weekend trip next time.
魏森
May 5,2025
Everything I've tried here is VERY good. Love the side of cauliflower rice; i could eat that as my meal! Prices are very reasonable. Service is...not the caliber of the Republic steakhouse service but usually good to very good. It in no way stops us from going. Even if you don't order a salad, try the croutons!
Elizabeth Webb
Apr 30,2025
We loved the openness and updated, funky, mid-century modern look of the restaurant and Hotel Fredonia’s atmosphere. The waitress Kayleh was courteous and helpful as well as diligent keeping our drinks full. My husband ordered the Gruene Chicken Enchiladas while I ordered the Chipotle Salmon. Both meals were very delicious and unassuming. I highly recommend this restaurant. We enjoyed it so much yesterday at lunch that we came back for breakfast. We opted for a poolside table this morning.
Clay Patrick (ClayDay)
Apr 4,2025
This is a great lunch spot if you are looking for a light midday meal. I got a grilled chicken avocado club and it was delicious. It seemed like they put in effort with each of their dishes to make them unique in some way. That can be seen in their use of artisan breads and specialty sauces.
Carl Harvey
Apr 4,2025
I asked what’s a good place to eat and got this recommendation. What s great recommendation!!! It’s inside the hotel, but worth the visit. The fish was fresh, cooked well, tasty with just some lemon added (no tarter sauce needed). The coleslaw was different but good; it was like an interesting mix of vinegar base and mayonnaise—with a little kick—refreshing! The cake was huge; I knew it was a to-go when I saw the size. It was fluffy and flavorful. Lastly the waitress was friendly, attentive, and very responsive. Next time I’m back, I’m looking to try the chicken and waffles.

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