This Horror-Themed Restaurant In Texas Is Perfectly Macabre In All The Right Ways
By Katie Lawrence|Published March 05, 2024
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Katie Lawrence is a Southeast Texas native who graduated 18th in her high school class with a GPA of 4.25. She attended college in the Houston area and began writing for OnlyInYourState in 2015.
Today, Katie writes, edits, and performs several other tasks for OnlyInYourState and has never been more passionate about a job before. Outside of work, you can likely find her curled up on with a hot cup of coffee, practicing yoga, baking, or exploring the beautiful Lone Star State (in particular, the vast and mystical West Texas desert).
Calling all horror fans! The original Texas Chainsaw Massacre house has reopened as Hooper’s, a Southern-style pub with food so good, it’s scary. Not only is there movie memorabilia all over the restaurant, but the waiters are also known to dress up like Leatherface from time to time.
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Formerly Grand Central Café and Club Car Bar, the iconic Kingsland house from the original Texas Chainsaw Massacre film is now Hooper's, named in honor of Tobe Hooper, the writer and director of the movie.
Hooper's opened in 2022 and is already making a "killing" (pun intended). The menu features pub-style Southern fare with a modern twist, and locals can't get enough.
There is also a full bar serving up craft cocktails, wine, and beer. As someone who doesn't imbibe very often, the names of the cocktails alone make me want to order one!
For brunch, options like steak and eggs, eggs benedict (try it on a buttermilk biscuit instead of an English muffin!), and breakfast tacos promise to keep you full and satisfied until lunch.
Fresh salads, hearty sandwiches, and chef-crafted entrees like tuna bowls and shrimp and grits make up the lunch and dinner menu.
Please note that entrees are only served after 4 p.m.
Visit the Hooper’s website or the Hooper’s Facebook page for more information, including current hours and menus.
Have you eaten at this horror-themed restaurant in Texas? If so, we’d love to hear all about your experience in the comments. Check out our previous article below for a really cool place to stay in Kingsland (some of the rooms are historic train cars!). And if you’re a big Texas Chainsaw Massacre fan and want to rep the movie, Etsy has tons of awesome merch.