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Pony Express Bar & Grill

4.7 337 reviews Closed 302 S Magnolia St, Hearne, TX 77859, United States

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Pony Express Bar & Grill, located in Hearne, Texas, has quickly become a go-to destination for locals and travelers alike. Formerly an old post office, the restaurant's atmosphere retains a quaint charm, enhanced by friendly service that makes you feel right at home. Guests rave about the standout dishes, particularly the chicken wings, renowned for their perfect crispiness and delightful flavors. Anna Mendoza emphasizes their appeal, claiming they’ve dethroned her previous favorite wing spot.

The diverse menu is another highlight, featuring loaded spuds with imaginative toppings, savory burgers, and an array of sides like crispy onion rings and creamy mac and cheese. Robert Guess appreciates the live music and the "cool place" vibe, though he suggests checking that the burgers are cooked to preference.

Customer feedback portrays Pony Express as family-friendly and inviting, perfect for unwinding with loved ones over a hearty meal. Whether you're stopping by while traveling on Highway 6 or seeking a local gem, this grill promises a rewarding experience with top-notch food that keeps patrons coming back for more.

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Amenities & More

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • Curbside pickup
  • Onsite services
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Fast service
  • Great beer selection
  • Great cocktails
  • Live music
  • Serves local specialty
  • Sports

Popular for

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Dining options

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service

Amenities

  • Bar onsite
  • Restroom
  • Wi-Fi

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy
  • Historic
  • Trendy

Crowd

  • Groups
  • Tourists
Note: Amenity details are aggregated from verified visits, the venue's website and Google. They may change without notice. We recommend confirming key details (pet policy, accessibility, reservations) directly with Pony Express Bar & Grill before visiting.

Reviews for Pony Express Bar & Grill

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Review highlights

Based on 337 reviews

Pony Express Bar & Grill is widely appreciated for its charming small-town ambiance, housed in a thoughtfully renovated historic building that once served as the local post office. Reviewers frequently highlight the friendly and attentive service, which complements the welcoming atmosphere. The menu receives praise for its well-prepared, flavorful dishes, especially the chicken wings, parmesan fries, and onion rings, which are favored staples. While most food items meet expectations, some diners note occasional inconsistencies in cooking, such as slightly overcooked burgers. The presence of a game room and family-friendly environment further enhance its appeal as a casual gathering spot. Overall, the Pony Express Bar & Grill is recognized for delivering a satisfying dining experience with a nostalgic touch.

Anna Mendoza
Jun 30, 2025

Great renovation of the old post office. Service pleasant keeping with the small town ambience. Only ordered a chicken wings platter but the Parmesan fries were tasty and the wings had perfect crisp! In fact, loved the wings so much that I decided to forego my usual place to order wings from here. This time I am attaching a photo of the 1/2 lemon pepper and buffalo wings. Taking to a get together.

Robert Guess
Jun 23, 2025

What a cool place. Good music and food. We liked the garlic cheese balls and hand made onion rings. The burgers came with great fixings and buns but the meat was a little overcooked for our liking. Great atmosphere and service. Make sure to check out the downstairs game room!

MT Fanders
Jun 10, 2025

If your blasting north or south bound HWY 6 and fussing at the stop lights in Hearne, hit the brakes to settle here. Very friendly small town atmosphere. Cold beer and good selection on the menu. If you enjoy a great batch of onion rings, here is your place. Very family friendly

Lara Smith
Jun 09, 2025

We stopped by when driving through Hearne, we had never been here before. I promise we will definitely be back. The food was amazing and the service was great. My husband had a steak and it was perfectly seasoned and perfectly cooked to order. I had the grilled chicken nachos and the chicken on the nachos was so tender and flavorful. Our waitress was friendly and charismatic. The atmosphere was great and the place was clean. We cannot wait to come back and try something new!

Buck Buchanan
May 08, 2025

First time visit. I was told the building actually was the old pony Express office and then the post office in Hearne. You can still see the old safe on the wall. Servers were very friendly and constantly checking if we needed anything or refills for our drinks. I had just a salad with homemade ranch dressing which was very good and a loaded baked potato. Wife had parmesan chicken wings with onion rings. She said the wings were the best she has had and the rings were really good. Friends had the fried catfish that he said was really good too. Will definitely come back to try their hamburgers which is their specialty.

Sandy Winnett
Apr 12, 2025

Stopped in on a road trip and wow what an amazing place. The atmosphere is great with the building being an old Post Office or Bank. Great food and service. Prices were decent too. Will be back.

Scott C
Apr 09, 2025

It's a Bar & Grill. But the service was spot on. The food good. Just a couple of little things. The Hot & Spicy Chicken sandwich wasn't very spicy. Needed more seasoning to kick it up a notch. Fish basket really good. Classic Burger good. Fries really hot and good. Got the Homemade Fried pickles really good. My Stuffed baked potato, Ranch Chicken Cheddar, could use more cheddar, chives, bacon. Be nice if they rolled the actual baked potato with ranch seasoning. But overall, really good place to go and eat. Nice menu.

Brenda M
Apr 01, 2025

This is actually a quaint little place. It sits on a corner so there is ample parking. The inside is nicely done. The staff is welcoming. I had the chicken fried chicken and my husband had the bacon burger with an extra patty. He loved it ! I was kind of hesitant ordering mine because it can be hit or miss at some places. However, they did a great job on the seasoning and it wasn't tough or overcooked. We didn't drink but the selection is pretty big.

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Address
302 S Magnolia St, Hearne, TX 77859, United States
Price range
$10–20
Category
Restaurants

Opening hours

  • Monday Closed
  • Tuesday 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Wednesday 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Thursday 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
  • Friday 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
  • Saturday 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
  • Sunday (Today) Closed

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