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Heritage East at Culture ETX, Tyler, TX

Heritage East at Culture ETX

4.9
4.9
494 Reviews
$50 and over
Contemporary Southern

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 8 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for fine wines
  • Innovative
Newly relaunched on 10/29/24 as "Heritage East," on the beautiful square in Downtown Tyler.


Modern East Texas cuisine by award winning (Cochon 555 "Prince of Pork," Texas Bucket List "Bite of the Season" for our Heritage Pork Chop) and Food Network Chopped featured Chef Lance McWhorter. Locally raised steaks, chops, chicken, wild game, seafood, handmade pastas, all served from an open kitchen that is right in the dining room. Lunch (Tues-Fri, 11-3) is standard fare and first come first served seating.


We have an exceptional sommelier driven wine program, and our speakeasy bar The Plaid Rabbit, is open to the public, happy hour is 5-7 daily. Check in with host to access.


Patio seating available for reservations, indoor replacement seating may not be available for reservations interrupted due to inclement weather. Reserve at your own risk. Due to the small size of our dining room, no high chairs or room for strollers is available.


Service Disabled Veteran Owned Business (SDVOB)

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Southern, Creole / Cajun / Southern, Speakeasy
  • Hours of operation
    Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Tue–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Lance McWhorter
  • Private party facilities
    Restaurant is available for buyouts
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    Tyler
  • Cross street
    Erwin and South College
  • Parking details
    Parking on the Square, or free covered parking 1 block south in the Fair Plaza Garage (208 S College Ave)
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cafe, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 494 people are saying

Heritage East at Culture ETX reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.8Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • East Texas

    Best Overall

  • East Texas

    Best Food

  • East Texas

    Best Service

  • East Texas

    Best Ambiance

  • East Texas

    Best Value

  • East Texas

    Great for brunch

  • East Texas

    Healthy

  • East Texas

    Hot spot

  • East Texas

    Neighborhood gem

  • East Texas

    Great for fine wines

  • East Texas

    Romantic

  • East Texas

    Good for special occasions

  • East Texas

    Lively

  • Tyler

    Best Overall

  • Tyler

    Best Food

  • Tyler

    Best Service

  • Tyler

    Best Ambiance

  • Tyler

    Best Value

  • Tyler

    Healthy

  • Tyler

    Hot spot

  • Tyler

    Neighborhood gem

  • Tyler

    Great for fine wines

  • Tyler

    Romantic

  • Tyler

    Good for special occasions

  • Tyler

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Heritage East at Culture ETX offers an exceptional dining experience with "best brunch in town," featuring innovative and flavorful dishes. Chef Lance's creativity shines through a "consistently executed menu" and attentive service. The cozy atmosphere, open kitchen, and unique menu, including standout dishes like the Moroccan Lamb Flatbread, make it a must-visit in Tyler.
494 Reviews
  1. JAMEY

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best Brunch in Tyler. I have never been a big sausage and gravy type person but it is so good here I crave it and get it every time. The chicken and waffles are out of this world good also.

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  2. Ricardo VIP

    Las Vegas10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great place… the Chef and Hostess are above. The food amazing… best place in Tyler. Don’t miss is if like good comfort food with a superb cusine

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    East Texas1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Culture staff is welcoming and courteous. I enjoyed seeing the chefs prepare the meals.

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  4. Steve VIP

    Austin50 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    BEST BRUNCH IN TOWN!! Amazing flavor and quality!!

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    East Texas1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We’ve been going to culture for several years now, and we absolutely love it! Highly recommended!

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Denver2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is the best place for dinner and drinks in the entire state of Texas and pretty much anywhere else. This place competes and delivers at the highest levels of quality, service, and ambiance of any place in the country. Tyler is extremely lucky to have this restaurant and bar

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  7. Crystal

    East Texas1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service & food was soooo good. I definitely recommend pitting this place at the top of your list!!

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  8. Jessica VIP

    East Texas11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Where do I start..this was absolutely hands down the best brunch in East Texas. We had the skillet with egg whites, French toast, bacon, homemade biscuits and mimosas . Every bite was so flavorful. You can tell how much pride and attention to detail is put into every dish. We will be back - Chef’s kiss!

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    East Texas1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely wonderful food and vibe!! I would definitely recommend to anyone looking for somewhere to chill and eat amazing food!

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    East Texas2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Dinner tonight was amazing! This is our first time trying the new menu and we were not disappointed.

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FAQs

Heritage East at Culture ETX offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (903) 787-5800.

Heritage East at Culture ETX is rated 4.9 stars by 494 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 8 times today
Google Map for Heritage East at Culture ETX

118 West Erwin St, Tyler, TX 75702

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Erwin and South College
  • Neighborhood
    Tyler
  • Hours of operation
    Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Tue–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Southern, Creole / Cajun / Southern, Speakeasy
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Parking on the Square, or free covered parking 1 block south in the Fair Plaza Garage (208 S College Ave)
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Lance McWhorter
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cafe, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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