First here attended a guided tour on 5 Aug. The tour was very informative and interesting. Her name is Renee. The gardens of the mansion are beautiful. The town of Beaumont is a a quiet and peaceful place. Personnel suggested to come back again during the Christmas holidays since the mansion will be decorated so pretty, and they will have activities for the kids. The event will be Dec 6 & 7. I am planning to take my grandchildren.

You need to go visit the McFaddin-Ward House and Carriage House Museum in Beaumont. The work in restoring the house and carriage to its beauty is amazing. From the times in 1907 when they first moved in, and to the days it became a National Historical Place of history is amazing. The McFaddin-Ward families retained many of their purchase receipts and records as they were often making updates and storing the older items in the attic. This ultimately has a treasure of the updates with some of the first lighting, firehoses, and phonographes that were way ahead of their time. They gave back to the City of Beaumont in many ways.

This is a very nice museum. You definitely want to call ahead and get a guided tour. There is so much to see and so much history . Highly recommend.

I went on teacher appreciation day. The experience was very nice. We were able to tour the first floor only, but that was enough to realize that you should go back later to tour the entire home. There is so much history in the home. The photos and the stories behind them were very informative. It's a good place to bring your students for a history class.

My husband and I came to Beaumont for the weekend as a quick getaway just for the museums. The McFaddin-Ward House far exceeded our expectations! We called ahead to reserve a docent-led tour. When we arrived we were greeted warmly by the employees and had time to look at the exhibits in the visitors center while we waited for the rest of the tour group. The tour started with a short video about the family. Then we headed to the main house for the tour. Kent was our guide. He was friendly and knowledgeable... he brought the family to life as we wound our way through the home and grounds providing a fascinating glimpse into the life of the very wealthy of the time. We wrapped up our visit with a tour of the Carriage House and the displays about the loyal servants that worked for the family. The entire experience is free (they wouldn't even accept donations or tips!) and rivals similar historic home tours that can be pricey. Plan to spend at least two hours to enjoy the full experience.

If you want a location that shares history in the most beautiful way, then this is the spot to visit. Not only does it share history, but it's like taking a trip back in time. The staff personnel are super friendly and very knowledgeable. This is one of my favorite places to visit and have done multiple times.

My favorite place to time travel. Awesome volunteers who give all the information and let you ask questions. Those ladies are fantastic. The place is fabulous. I live close by and I go there frequently. Check out the times. Plenty parking. Call to find out when they have those guided tours

Ms. Feagin, the director of the Texas Energy Museum, along with the entire museum staff, was incredibly supportive and welcoming to our migrant students during the tour. We are truly grateful for their hospitality and effort in making the experience meaningful for everyone. During our visit, our teachers, staff, and students all gained valuable knowledge about the history and significance of energy production in Texas. We learned about the discovery of oil at Spindletop in 1901, which marked the beginning of the modern petroleum industry. The museum showcased how oil exploration and drilling technologies have evolved over time, as well as the science behind refining crude oil into useful products. Interactive exhibits and engaging displays helped bring to life the roles of geologists, engineers, and roughnecks in the energy industry. The museum also highlighted the economic and cultural impact of the oil and gas industry on Texas and the world, making the visit both educational and inspiring. We sincerely appreciate the museum’s efforts in creating a supportive and enriching environment for our students.

Being a former Tech Ed teacher, I enjoy the museum, but my wife was terribly bored. A lot of positive information about the oil industry, No mention of anything negative, Nothing on environmental issues.

Very interesting! New to Texas so liked learning about who.were the pioneers.

I visited last week with family but only getting round to writing a review. A very informative and educational place but would not recommend for young children. My fourteen year old grandson just managed to hold interest because no exhibits could be touched. As a visitor to Texas I was made most welcome by the staff. No photography allowed. Apparently you can't spell energy in Texas without O-I-L but my thinking is there needs to be a more balanced view of the oil industry and the negative effects on the environment.

Very informative museum with a lot of info on the history of oil in Texas. I would have liked to see more info on the Spindletop oil boom because that happened in Beaumont where the museum is. Minus one star for lack of accessibilty to deaf people and a broken audiovisual animatronic display on second floor. Very cheap way to kill time. Spend at least two hours taking it all in. Maybe three hours. Not enough benches near the displays to give your back and knees a rest. Obviously corporate sponsored and biased in favour of continuing oil dependence, but still informative. Google things you see in the museum to see what other sources have to say about them.

The Texas Energy Museum gives the history and science behind the production of fossil fuels. Very interesting and what better place for it to be in than Beaumont Texas.

Very informative museum with many bits of history and technology of oil and gas industry with an emphasis on Texas development. However, it was completely empty when I visited which was a bit disappointing...should definitely be on the top list of places to visit in Beaumont

Stopped in on a spur of the moment decision and was pleasantly surprised. Staff was super friendly and I could talk to the blacksmith all day. It was very interesting local history and they have some really cool artefacts. The buildings were nice and cool and the price was well worth it. Bathrooms were very clean. I believe it was about $13-$15 for me and my two girls. Takes about an hour to browse through but you could definitely spend longer if you are a history buff. Definitely worth the visit if you are in the area looking for something to do on a hot or rainy day.

This was a truly interesting visit. It was a great walk through history of the oil field and how it was developed. You get a glimpse into everyday life in the development days.

The Spindletop Museum of Beaumont offers a captivating journey back in time. Each room exudes a unique atmosphere, providing an immersive experience. It’s a delight for kids, and the antique machines add an intriguing touch. Summer visits are enjoyable but be sure to take shade and stay hydrated. Highly recommended for history enthusiasts and families alike.

It is a cute old west town. You can imagine a movie made here. It is important because it shows a pivotal part of Texas history. The discovery of this oil gusher marks the development of the car industry because there was enough oil to service those cars.

Very nice place that takes you back in time. The place is built like an old town from the early 1900s

Have to admit, I did not have high hopes but was very pleasantly surprised! The movie is VERY basic, but shares lots of interesting things I never knew! The buildings are very well done and maintained. Lots of really cool oldstuff. Great way to spend a few hours.

Unexpectedly awesome little museum! Easy to see very quickly or take your time and still be done in an hour or so. Tools, machines, and lots of daily living artifacts make this a must-see while in Beaumont. The energy in a barrel of oil has freed humans from manual labor worldwide. (And now let’s move on…) Air conditioned throughout and at 12 noon a gushing hydrant shoots 6,000 gallons of water into the sky in 2 minutes! I recommend it!

It was small enough that we saw the whole thing in 1hr, bearing in mind that the building was closed so we only saw the outdoor garden. It was a decent botanic garden, not bad, not great. We saw butterflies, bees, a rabbit, a bird, a lizard, and a snake (which I think may have been a copperhead—beware, this guy was in the section near the entry gate, nowhere near the area that has the 'watch out for snakes' sign).

Had a wonderful afternoon walking around. Such beautiful grounds.

We went in the evening. It was nice and shaded. There were not many other guests at this time, which made the visit nice. The pond contained several turtles. Not all the flower/plant varieties were in bloom, but I'm sure it would be nice when they are.

Beautiful gardens great quick side trip off the 10. Highly recommend.

Beautiful flower garden with a small pond, and an indoor conservatory green house. The indoor part was closed today, I am not sure why, but it is usually open. It's a great place for pictures, picnics, and nice strolls. I would go late evening or early morning because right now it is 97 degrees with the heat index higher. But over all a very nice place to go

Nice garden to walk through on a beautiful day. I was bummed the conservatory was closed, although it states online and at the door they were open Saturday from 10am-1pm. I arrived at 10:50am and the closed sign was on the door. The garden itself is nice and peaceful. You can walk your dogs as long as they are on a leash. Restrooms were at another building near the parking lot. It's great that it is free! The golf course nearby makes you feel not so alone, so don't worry if you see a golf cart speed by!

Beautiful place! Sadly it was just starting spring so it wasn't vibrant and in bloom yet. However that hardens even before spring is beautiful and kept well. Visitor center clean bathrooms are also there.

Very small but had some good exhibits. If you like art then you should stop and check it out.

Although AMSET is relatively small, the museum has a wonderful collection of pieces from regional and international artists. The building and grounds are stunning. Ample meeting and children's workshop spaces, and the museum hosts a variety of community activities and events. If you are in Beaumont, check it out...free admission too!

Such a beautiful place to happen upon! The staff is so very friendly. Got to catch part of a guided tour presented by the museum curator herself and learned so much! The Sherry Owens exhibit currently on display is very thought-provoking and beautiful.

Went on a family art day I found on Facebook. Lots of volunteer helpers and age-appropriate activities for the little ones: clay vessels, Valentines Day cards, scratch art, presidents day beards, mardi gras cookies, and lemonade. Friendly faces, clean areas, and most importantly, a chance for children to be in an artsy environment. The gallery had interesting pieces as well, with staff who can explain what you're looking at. Will look out for more activities throughout the year.

I was really looking forward to spending my day off at the museum but when I walked up there was a sign saying it was closed today. No information about it being closed on the website. Hopefully the next time I’m able to spend an afternoon here they are open.

We entered and wanted to use the restroom before we explored. They stopped us and asked me, “Do you see the signs? The floors are wet. Did you come in just to use the restrooms?” We said no. The signs for wet floor had been set up on dry floors everywhere PRIOR TO MOPPING. The lady started interrupting my questions about where to walk with directions on where we needed to move to so she could mop. Then took out the mop. We stood there wondering what to do, so we asked if we could have a map. The desk attendant said, “Uh, no. We’re small. Two of our exhibits are under construction but you can go see our cafe’.” We looked at each other and laughed. Okay. We get it. You don’t want people in your museum or on your floors. We’ve never been here after all these years. No one was here but us, and they couldn’t have been more quick at letting us know they would rather keep the place empty, clean, and quiet. The desk attendant spoke quite condescendingly to us, like we were idiots from ignoring the wet floor sign on a dry floor. Get new attendants. Who realize visitors must walk in and actually see what exhibits and attractions are there for viewing.

Not the biggest art museum, but it's a nice place to spend it you have a spare hour

On our way back to Houston, we saw 2 of your ads talking about this King cake. Coming back from Luisiana and not having a chance to get one there, we thought this was a "sign" to get one 😉. We Googled your store and you guys didn't disappoint. Everything looks delicious. And the person who helped us while she was setting up the cakes today, was very nice and friendly. She helped us decided what flavor to take and she even checked out.

I have tried almost every. Single. Item on this menu over the past 2 years. Everything is divine. BUT if I could beg them to tweak ONE thing- as a fellow baker- the cheesecake fillings. I’m not sure why it hasn’t been fixed already, but it needs a tad bit of sweet and condensed milk and some lemon juice to make it actually taste like cheesecake. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve gotten a chunk of plain of cream cheese while testing the desserts.

This was my first visit here (along with my husband). I had a flat white - if you love HOT coffee that stays hot for a long time, this is for you! I had to double up on sleeves it was so hot. I was so excited! I'm always complaining about the coffee not being hot enough or staying hot for very long when I get a coffee out somewhere. It had a nice flavor as well- no bitter notes. My husband had the French roast coffee - he said their description of it was pretty spot on. (I believe he read it on something while I was waiting on mine. He said it was kind of smoky.) We were very tempted to get some of the food/ dessert, but we just weren't hungry at all. It looked delicious, though! The atmosphere-- it felt like being in a small town coffee shop or of a Hallmark movie. I can't quite say why exactly, but maybe a combination of the background music, friendly faces, cozy atmosphere. I would love to come back again to eat in the shop!

So many choices they all look so good!! Friendly staff too!

This is a wonderful little bakery and coffee shop! They have an extensive and impressive selection of drinks and baked goods. The muffins and cakes were delicious. The staff is very friendly and very helpful. I was with a friend who is an avid coffee and espresso lover, and he said this was some of the best espresso he has ever had. Definitely recommend this local coffee shop.

So we sampled some of their desserts at the Baptist Hospital of SE and they are delicious! They included: the double decker M&M cookie sandwich and chocolate pie with whipped cream. Highly recommended!

We love their frozen coffees. They are extremely kind and helpful abd willing to spend the extra time explaining drinks to help you choose one tgat best suits you! I highly recommend them.

We were passing through Beaumont after a loss at the casino and we stopped in here for lunch. Wow!!! This was the best gamble of the weekend!! Service was 10 out of 10 by our server Gage and the food was also incredible!! This will be a stop we make from now on when we are passing through! Even if you are full and have consumed 2 days worth of calories …. Order the Bread Pudding with white chocolate sauce and raspberry drizzle!!!! You only live once and it’s worth every calorie!!

Superb food and service. Pact with people. That tells you everything they are doing is good. We live in Dallas wish they open one here.

My husband and I are on the road again. We're at the beginning of a lifestyle change and have committed to going all in with a plant-based diet, so we were eager to see what JWilson’s in Beaumont, TX, had to offer after reading some great reviews. While it's not a strictly vegan restaurant, the team went above and beyond to accommodate us. Our server kindly asked the manager to stop by our table, and she personally made sure we had delicious plant-based options to choose from. We ended up ordering a veggie plate and two salads, and everything was flavorful, fresh, and surprisingly filling. My husband is still talking about his salad — and we were both impressed with the personalized service. The manager’s attentiveness really made a difference. JWilson’s was a great find. It’s definitely a spot we’ll consider again the next time we’re in the area.

If you have not had the opportunity to eat at J Wilson’s in Beaumont you are missing out. From the phenomenal services and extraordinary food. We stopped by last week and were so impressed we drove from Cleveland Texas today to go back. Our server Randall was so attentive and knowledgeable of the menu. Dallin went over and beyond to make sure our experience was perfect. My recommendation: the Man Candy for appetizer and make sure you end your meal with the white chocolate raspberry bread pudding! Picture of my meal: spinach sun dried tomato chicken ❤️

Love the ribeye here it’s my favorite and it’s a nice whiskey bar they have so many whiskeys you almost can’t request a drink and they don’t have it! It’s so convenient and the food is so good give them a try you won’t regret it

Stopped here our way through for vacation. Fast seating even on Saturday night. Music isn't too loud, tables aren't crammed together, lighting is a bit dark but decor is nice. Comfortable and nicely air-conditioned. The server (Randall?) was very attentive and on top of soda refills. I had the house crab cakes. They were perfectly seasoned and had a great pan-fried crisp on the bottom. Lots of meat and not too much filler. Would prefer a bit more of the sauce and lemon but still delicious. Husband had the sun-dried tomato chicken. Huge portion, variety of vegetables and he enjoyed it though it had a bit too much black pepper. He ordered the crème brûlée for dessert and it was massive and perfectly caramelized. I had the pineapple upside-down cake and it was a large portion as well. Moist cake, fresh whipped cream, very enjoyable. Thanks for a nice stop on our trip.

We had a great brunch at JWilson’s! The food and service were great. We didn’t have to wait to be seated and there was plenty of parking. The food choices were plentiful and portions were great!

The last two times I've went I've gotten pollo in mole dinner. My boyfriend got the enchiladas Verde. Both were excellent! The only thing is I wanted a Jamaica fresca drink the last two times I went and they were out both times. So I just got sweet tea which was good. Great restaurant!

Stopped here coming back from Lake Charles. Place was packed at lunch. Food was good and service was great.

Review on Mina with carmelas in Beaumont. Carmela’s food smelled so good walking in, that is always a plus. Great server, very clean right down to the utensils and floors. Lots of food on the menu to choose from and great red spicy salsa to accompany the very fresh warm slightly salted chips. Our waitress/server was Senorita Mina Her service blew us away. She was sweet, attentive, a great listener, and satisfied our every need. I could tell she has been a waitress for a very long time. My husband has a tomato allergy, and she went out of her way to ensure none of the items served to him has any tomato products. He received two refried beans because no tomato sauce. He did not have any of the salsa, charro beans, or rice. Then I ask for cheese, and she brought it right away. Food portions were a nice size. She made sure we had everything we wanted and needed and ensured our food was to our satisfaction. Thank you, Mina, for making these first-time visitors experience amazing and joyful. We will be returning in the future. Keep letting your beautiful light shine.

I usually don't like Mexican food, but this has been by far the best Mexican food I've ever had! There was no wait when we got to the restaurant and service was very fast. Once we put our order in, the food came out within 15 minutes. The portions were quite large (which is great for leftovers!), the rice was very flavorful, the meat was very tender, and the vegetable soup is to die for!

You want real authentic Mexican food? This is the place! Best Mexican restaurant I’ve eaten in Beaumont. This is their Molcajete Dish 🤤.

Our waiter was in training but was catching on pretty fast was able to take the order with no mistakes ! he was in training but that didn't stop the woman training him from providing us with great service ! She has been a waitress for 15 plus years she said and it showed , filled drinks without having to ask , refilled chips when they got low everything was on point . The only issue was with the parking its hard to get in because there is limited parking most people park on the side road next to Harmony science academy. Other than the parking its got great food , friendly staff and small bar inside !!

Everything was ok. We got fajitas for 2. It was a good-sized portion. The tortillas were ok. We got Enchilads Verde. It was good but barely warm. The queso was actually tasty but very thin. My son didn't love his chicken quesadillas.

We visited this place on our way to Houston from New Orleans, after enjoying the crystal beach near by. Ordered their shrimp Po Boys, stuffed mushroom and main dish with fish. The stuffed mushroom with oysters was to die for, the sauce is so good. Had a pretty good lunch

It's very rare that I review anything when it's not just wonderful but I was really hungry and I was really excited about this place because we're not from here and we did a bunch of research on all the different options that had Seafood in the area. The service was not bad, my server was just new and didn't really have a lot of answers to some basic questions and gave some incorrect answers but everybody has to learn so I give the service a pass with a four even though it's probably worse than that but just because he was new not because he didn't care. The atmosphere was fine there wasn't anything wrong. It wasn't appealing necessarily the way the tables are all sprawled out and just kind of chaotic but I think they have live music on Wednesday Thursday and Friday's and that's probably good so I gave it a 4 star instead of a 3 like it probably deserved. Now on to the food, it was just okay. It wasn't necessarily bad it just was very Bland I got the catfish and fried shrimp with french fries and it was just very very bland and boring. I asked for some seasoning salt and that helped but there's just no way to get seasoning inside of something fried as good as when you do it before you fry it. Everybody was pretty nice and again it wasn't bad it just wasn't great. The price for 6 fried shrimp and three pieces of fish and french fries and a coke was only $18 including tax so the prices aren't outrageous. If I lived in the area I would give it another shot but because I don't I definitely won't.

Passing through town trying to out run the latest storm-got into Beaumont, checked into hotel and asked front desk for recommendations for sea food-they said Tia Juanita’s. We were pleased with the humor in the decor and the service-we were sat quickly at a quiet comfortable side table I ordered the 4 piece fish/3 jumbo fish, fried with baked potato instead of fries. The catfish was tender and fresh, the potato was loaded with sour cream and butter as I asked. Hubs had the taco plate and they were consumed so quickly, I didn’t have time to take a picture! 😀 Would have enjoyed one of their frozen concoctions-but we were road tired and had to get back on the road early next morning. We look forward to visiting again next time we pass thru.

The food was amazing—you could really taste the local culture in every bite. The mix of Cajun flavors with traditional Mexican cuisine was unique and delicious. Our server, Angel, was super friendly and helpful. We loved his food recommendations! Definitely a great spot to stop and eat if you’re passing through and want a real taste of the area.

Sweet spot. For vegans, they made me corn tortilla fajita veggies custom without butter. If you eat oysters the oysters were fresh and the salsa was very good too!

This is the 2nd location I've tried. Staff was friendly, the menu seemed to have less options for someone who doesn't eat seafood verse the Port Arthur location. The rest of my group has seafood owns and loved it. The portions are a good size. The roast beef po boy was good, the bread was appetite too crisp on the outside making it hard to dip in the gravy. But overall it was a good meal.

I go here all the time. It’s an awesome place to eat and drink. The food is amazing. Sometimes they have live music and crawfish season. It’s a must try. It gets busy as sometimes but just have more drinks while you wait for your table.

Tacos were great!! The rice & beans were nothing to write home about, but the chips & salsa were great too.

Don't Miss This Hidden Gem! Tacos La Bamba is an absolute treasure tucked away on the corner of Calder and 4th Street. Its unassuming storefront is easy to miss, but trust me—it's worth seeking out. I was introduced by co-workers and I'm so grateful I was! The woman at the counter was wonderfully friendly; when I mentioned it was my first time, she warmly told me I'd been missing out. And she was completely right. As a barbacoa lover, I had to try it. I got it on both flour and corn tortillas, and it was incredibly flavorful and tender. I also made sure to sample their array of sauces. They have a great range from a tangy green salsa to a spicy red one, which ended up being my favorite. This first visit was fantastic, and I'm already looking forward to returning to work my way through the rest of their menu. Highly recommend

A staple of Beaumont. The best place in town for street taco truck style tacos 🌮 in my opinion. The best prices and basically a much cooler version of chipotle with way more flavor lower prices and better service. Will be back for more 🌮 and to try the breakfast. Thanks yall ‼️

Great place, delicious food, customer service 10/10, I recommend you guys get the tacos they are my favorite!!, Tacos la bamba has been here for almost 28 years I’m in love with this place besides each day they have a very great deal with specials

Don't make a taco run anywhere else until you have tried the barbacoa tacos here. Unbelievably flavorful and perfect with the salsa verde and a fresh squeeze of lime. Pair it with an ice cold horchata and you won't want to go anywhere else for tacos ever again.

Love this place! The breakfast burritos are huge and so freaking amazing! I usually get mine stuffed with everything (eggs,bacon,pico,potato, beans) just mouthwatering good every bite. Chris got the Menudo and absolutely fell in love with how authentic it is! We will for sure be back 10/10

Great authentic Mexican food!!! I licked the plate clean!! Lol, also their tortilla chips were different!! Nice thick tortilla chips with super chunky salsa!! All in all a great Mexican joint!