BYOB Restaurants & Events Around Cedar Creek Lake
Where to Eat, Relax, and Enjoy BYOB Privileges Around the Lake
BYOB Dining
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Lake Jackson Seafood
If you’re craving seafood in Gun Barrel City, Lake Jackson Seafood is one of the few spots in the area serving up classic dishes like fried catfish, shrimp, and more. Located right on Main Street, it’s a convenient choice for a casual lunch or dinner with familiar flavors and generous portions.
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Mabank Food Truck Yard
Where else can you roll up with your own drink, grab Mediterranean, Asian, or a Smoked Banana Pudding and catch live music — all without paying for parking or pricey tabs? At Mabank Food Truck Yards, it’s all about laid-back evenings under the lights.
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Sharkies Smashburger – Clean Food, Done Right
Sharkies, burgers are made with Wagyu beef, locally sourced vegetables, and from-scratch sauces—all without seed oils. It’s one of the few places where you can enjoy a real burger, knowing exactly what’s in it.
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Six Forks Farm - Brick Oven Pizza Night
Every Thursday evening from 5:30 to 8:00 PM, 6 Forks Farm serves handcrafted, brick oven pizza served straight from the farm’s outdoor oven.
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The Roost Café
It’s what Friday nights used to feel like — comfort food on real plates, neighbors stopping by your table, and nothing rushed except the sweet tea refill.
BYOB Events & Activities
First Friday Happy Hour – East Texas Arboretum
Ease into the weekend with First Friday Happy Hour at the East Texas Arboretum — a casual, come-as-you-are evening set against the backdrop of blooming gardens and shaded patios.
Relax under the covered pavilion with fans to keep things cool, sip your favorite drink, and catch up with friends or family.
Free admission and a 50/50 raffle that supports the Arboretum. It’s an easy way to unwind and give back at the same time.
Stage Notes Academy of Performing Arts
Live theater, local talent, and a cozy BYOB setup! Catch a show, bring your own drinks, or swing by the Athens Brewing Co. next door for a crowler to-go.
Opportunity to Give Back: Upgrade to a VIP seat—Amy’s Chair—and your ticket helps fund a scholarship for an aspiring young adult.
Local Tip: Ask about the sunflowers and blue roses.
The Eight at Tool Park
Low-key, scenic, and just right for a casual date or weekend hangout. Stroll through the butterfly garden, team up for a round of volleyball, or cast a line by the water — then kick back at a picnic table with your cooler and something from one of the local food trucks.