Welcome to Red Board Tavern & Table
Located in the heart of Navasota, Texas, Red Board Tavern & Table is a charming culinary destination that seamlessly blends rustic ambiance with exceptional cuisine. Known for its innovative dishes crafted by talented Chef J. Payton, the restaurant has garnered praise for its flavorful offerings, including the Texas Reuben and a standout cioppino. Diners appreciate the attentive service and inviting atmosphere, enhanced by the picturesque view of passing trains. With a diverse menu that caters to various tastes and live music events adding to the experience, Red Board Tavern & Table promises an unforgettable dining adventure for all who visit.
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117 Railroad St, Navasota, TX 77868, United States Hotline: +1 936-241-4718
Welcome to Red Board Tavern & Table, a culinary jewel nestled in the heart of Navasota, Texas. Located at 117 Railroad St, this inviting eatery has captured the hearts—and palates—of locals and travelers alike. With a phone number of +1 936-241-4718, reservations and inquiries are just a call away, ensuring you secure your spot in this gastronomic haven.
Imagine a restaurant where the charm of the setting complements the exquisite flavors on your plate. Patrons rave about the delightful ambiance, enhanced by the nostalgic presence of trains rolling past—a truly unforgettable experience. The décor strikes a balance between stylish and comfortable, making it an ideal spot for meals with friends or family. As Cody Burns aptly put it, Red Board Tavern is an "unexpected gem" that you won’t want to miss during your visit.
The menu is a testament to the culinary prowess of Chef J. Payton, whose reputation has deservedly spread beyond Navasota. From the famous Texas Reuben to the comforting Petite & Eggs with rich gravy, each dish showcases a depth of flavor that leaves guests longing for more. Robert Capraro's experience with the cioppino exemplifies this culinary excellence—its rich broth and fresh seafood deliver a dining experience that's hard to forget.
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are all celebrated at Red Board, with dishes that cater to every time of day. Christine “CJ” Alvarado deemed it her new breakfast spot, a testament to the quality that greets you whenever you visit. Whether you’re stopping by for a light lunch or indulging in a hearty dinner, you can expect attentive service from a staff eager to make your experience memorable.
Diners have taken to social media to express their excitement about the pulled pork grilled cheese, praised as the unanimous favorite at the table, alongside deviled eggs that have garnered rave reviews. Meanwhile, Benjamin Lewis delighted in the vibrant offerings and open kitchen, which adds an element of transparency and connection between the chefs and patrons.
Every plate at Red Board Tavern & Table not only satisfies a craving but tells a story. The flavors are often a fusion of smoky, tangy, sweet, and savory that reflect the culinary diversity of Texas itself, as SGT Cantu aptly illustrated with his choice of the Black Angus steak burger and perfectly seasoned tater tots.
Beyond delightful dishes, the vibe of Red Board Tavern & Table is enhanced by live music and a selection of thoughtfully crafted beverages, including enticing mocktails that have impressed even the most discerning guests. As De'Andre Reckelbus pointed out, the experience is consistently seamless, from the friendly host to the attentive waitress ready to make recommendations.
In summary, Red Board Tavern & Table isn’t just a restaurant; it’s a destination—one that features an ever-changing menu designed to impress. If you're still wondering whether to visit, heed the advice of enthusiastic diners: come soon, as this culinary treasure deserves to be experienced sooner rather than later!
We took a day trip to Navasota and found an unexpected gem — Red Board Tavern & Table. The setting is super charming, especially with the train passing right in front of the restaurant (seriously cool touch). I had the Texas Reuben — absolutely incredible — and Jen tried it and instantly wished she had ordered one too. She had the Petite & Eggs and couldn’t get enough of the gravy. Huge shoutout to our waitress, Jordan, who was incredibly kind and helped Jen pick the perfect mocktail. After lunch, we checked out the historic hotel and the Classic Rock Coffee shop across the street. 100% worth the drive. We’ll definitely be back.
First time in , food was delicious, staff was efficient and attentive, look forward to our next visit!
We decided to try the Red Board Tavern because we heard about its chef, Chef J. Payton. It some bigger towns we have been in it was common to hear about a new top chef coming to town of you were into that kind of thing and read the restaurant rags. Since moving to College STATION there is no inside scoop. So we were surprised to hear about this chef and in all places Navasota. So we made a reservation and headed out. It turned out to be a rainy miserable night and there was a parade that evening. All this was a rather negative foreboding. However, we were greeted warmly they took our wet putter clothing and apologized even for the weather and thanked us for braving it and the traffic. The food was fantastic and deserves much more detail but phone died after the first picture so darn we are going to have to visit there again. The chef even visited the table to check on food and service. In general terms each dish was composed of delicate bit complex flavors with an amazing depth. I had the cioppino. The broth was deep and rich the seafood was tender and fresh. All too often the seafood tastes like it has been simmering for hours and gets tough but this was definitely constructed to order. My first impression is that if you intend to try it you should do it soon because I am sure prices will be going up. Compared to some offerings in college station this is higher quality and at a deep value to a restaurant like Christopher’s. I am going to do a follow up review. I will have more pictures and details but I want to get the word out.
Great food and service. We got there right at open. We got great seats by the window. It was a spacious restaurant and the food was amazing. This might be our new breakfast spot.
Wow! What a hidden gem. We've been unable to catch them open on Sunday but finally got in. The food was unbelievable. We had the deviled eggs medley, filet with bourbon demi-glaze and ribeye with compound butter. All cooked perfectly to order which is typically hard to find. This was from the happy hour menu! We'll be back to see their full menu.
Wow! Such a wonderful space with incredible food. The bar area is gorgeous. We had the pulled pork grilled cheese, grilled chicken salad, peppers and chicharones, cheeseburger, and deviled eggs. Best deviled eggs we've ever had. The pulled pork grilled cheese was the table's unanimous favorite food. The kitchen area is open to full view and the staff couldn't have been friendlier. We can't wait to return!
What a gem!!! From the decor, to the music, to the staff and owner... what a great place! The food... HAHA let me tell you, I got the black angus steak burger with tater tots and wow chef this has to be the BEST burger I’ve eaten in TX - smoky tangy spicy sweet salty flavors GOT DAMN BROTHER!! tater tots were phenomenal, I am not really sure what seasoning was used but they were great!! Seriously give the chef a raise, wow!!!! Went in not expecting much, and left wanting more, will definitely drive the one hour drive just to come eat again at this place.
10/10 MUST try! Everything from start to finish was perfect. We came at 11:40am, no wait time and had the lunch. We started with the Fried Gouda for our appetizer and the FLAVORS were amazing with the two dipping sauces. We followed with chicken fried steak with ranch tots and the BBQ pulled pork grilled cheese. We kept the sauces from the appetizer and it was perfect. EVERYTHING has such a good flavor down to the rosemary on the fries. We finished with peach cobbler (they were out of blackberry). For the experience, price was VERY reasonable! The menus change depending on the time so we WILL be returning to try the dinner and breakfast as well. I took pictures of those menus as well. Regardless of who was wearing what the service was AMAZING from the hostess to the waitress. The music was perfect and relaxing and they do have live music depending on the time. Breakfast 7-10am Lunch 10-5pm, 10-4pm Sunday’s (we saw both casual and Sunday dresses customers) Dinner 5-10pm, 4-8 Sundays (more of a fancy attire or more dressy not very casual, slightly higher prices)