Native Son

Cozy Comfort & Craft Cocktails at Native Son! 🥃🥩✨

Looking for a unique spot to unwind right on the Square? Native Son, located at 100 W. Dallas Street, brings a fantastic atmosphere and a one-of-a-kind menu to our downtown dining scene!

It’s a wonderful place to gather with friends or family, offering a great mix of comfort and style. Here is what makes them a special part of our downtown community:

🦪 Flavorful Menu: They serve up a great mix of Southern and Cajun-inspired dishes, from fire-roasted oysters and house-made cracklins to hearty steaks, local burgers, and rich gumbo.

🍹 Craft Cocktail Bar: Looking for a place to relax after work? Their bar features creative custom cocktails, unique spirits, and a great selection of beer and wine.

⭐ Great Gathering Spot: With an inviting tavern vibe, it’s a perfect option for a weekend dinner or a casual night out on the town.

Next time you're deciding where to eat downtown, be sure to keep them on your list and enjoy the cozy energy on the Square!

📍 100 W. Dallas Street
🍽️ Kitchen closes at 10 PM nightly! But the bar goes late!

Thanks Chamber!!!

We got some good ones!

Waitstaff Spotlight ✨🍽️

A huge shoutout to the incredible team at Native Son! From friendly service to creating a welcoming atmosphere for every guest who walks through the door, great waitstaff make all the difference. ❤️

Our local restaurant teams work hard behind the scenes to keep our community gathering, celebrating, and supporting local. Be sure to show your servers some extra appreciation and leave a great tip next time you stop by! 💵✨

One of our favorites is playing TONIGHT! Sheri played Native Son for the first time a year ago, and it’s always a great time when she rolls through!
Lots of tables open! Come celebrate those graduates and let’s have a great time this evening!

Come Celebrate Chef Ben's Last Week at Native Son!

Dear Native Son Family,

It’s with full hearts and a few tears that we invite you to a very special evening.
On Thursday, May 14, our Head Cook Benjamin Ainsworth is hosting his farewell 5-course dinner before he heads to New York this summer to cook at Sunset Beach on Shelter Island.

Ben started with us at our Feathered Friend chicken popup as a fry cook. We’ve watched him grow into an incredible chef — holding down our kitchen, bringing creativity and soul to every plate, and recently winning Best Cook/Chef in Van Zandt County from the Van Zandt County News Readers’ Choice Awards.

This dinner is Ben’s night. He’s personally creating a 5-course tasting menu that showcases his growth and our signature blend of Cajun, Texan, and Southern flavors. It’s going to be bold, heartfelt, and unforgettable.

We’re a little heartbroken (and honestly shooting ourselves in the foot) by helping arrange this opportunity for him — but that’s what family does. We’re so proud of the chef and man he’s become, and we can’t wait to see him return in the fall with new fire.

Join us for one last dinner with Ben before he goes.

Thursday, May 14
Seating: 6pm-8pm
Price: $50 per person for 5 courses
Optional drink pairings available +$40
Limited intimate seating in downtown Canton. This one will sell out.

RESERVE YOUR TABLE BELOW!

Come help us celebrate Ben, taste his latest creations, and raise a glass to his next chapter.

With gratitude,
Ryan & Maxine Sumner
Native Son Family Restaurant
100 W Dallas St, Canton, TX
903-567-6789

Chef Ben’s Farewell Dinner at Native Son – One Night Only Click here for an update from Native Son Family Restaurant!

Phone lines are live y’all!
Grab one of our sandwiches or salads and make this lunch an experience!

🍔 Craving that big, juicy Native Son burger but don’t have time to sit down? We’ve got you covered!
Take Out & Carry Out is available Tuesday–Saturday 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM — full menu, hot & fresh, ready when you are.
Whether you’re:
• Stuck in the office and need a real lunch (not another drive-thru)
• Running hard at First Monday Trade Days
• A vendor needing a solid meal between setup and sales
• Or just in town visiting and want legit East Texas comfort food…
Call us now and we’ll have it waiting for you!
☎️ (903) 567-6789
Native Son Family Restaurant
100 W Dallas St, Canton, TX 75103
Stop by, call in, or swing through — we’re making it easy to eat good in Canton. 🔥
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