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Proof! You Can't Judge a Book by it's Cover!

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Real Estate Agent with DFW FINE PROPERTIES 0506509

 

While taking the Broker Responsibility MCE last Monday, I had the good fortune to sit next to a Broker from Pilot Point. We started talking about business and the areas in which we work. Penny came from Pilot Point and she was the one who encouraged me to visit the Pilot Point Tulip Farm which I recently wrote about called Pilot Point Tulip Farm - Proof Dreams Come True!.

 

Penny shared some interesting points of interest, including the Magnolia Station Cafe. Instantly, I was intrigued by the name. However, Penny warned me, the place doesn't look like anything you'd expect but the food is the best in Pilot Point and within its surrounding areas. When she described it, I imagined an old building, formerly a gas station. That didn't bother me. But finding it on the Square was a challenge. Finally, after several times driving around the small square and through the neighborhoods, my friend and I arrived at our destination. Let me introduce you to The Magnolia Station Cafe!

 

  

  

 

 

My friend and I got there early for lunch and I have to confess, I wasn't quite sure I wanted to order some food. We studied the menu and then lots of people started to arrive. We offered to let the lady that came after us, order first. But, I asked her if she ever ate here before and she said, "Yes!" It's the best food around, so we ordered. We both enjoyed our lunch on the "Patio Dining." I sat in front of the old gas pump and the food was truly delicious! No if, bugs, or buts about it! The food was excellent! It has been two days since I ate there and now I'm craving the sweet potato fries and the best chicken sandwich I think I ever had! It may not look like anything remotely close to any restaurant I've ever eaten at before, but I give the Magnolia Station five stars for excellence!

 

©Patricia Feager 3/26/2016

 

 

 

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PATRICIA FEAGER, REALTOR®
DFW FINE PROPERTIES
3575 LONE STAR CIRCLE SUITE 315
FORT WORTH, TEXAS 76177

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Comments (16)

George Souto
George Souto NMLS #65149 FHA, CHFA, VA Mortgages - Middletown, CT
Your Connecticut Mortgage Expert

Patricia, I think I would of had my doubts as well.  I guess it is sort of like frog legs, you have to get beyond the looks :)

Mar 26, 2016 12:03 PM
Patricia Feager, MBA, CRS, GRI,MRP
DFW FINE PROPERTIES - Flower Mound, TX
Selling Homes Changing Lives

George Souto - I definitely had doubts and second thoughts! I think you're right about those frog legs too!!! LOL

Mar 26, 2016 12:12 PM
Noah Seidenberg
Coldwell Banker - Evanston, IL
Chicagoland and Suburbs (800) 858-7917

Aint that the truth Patricia. Great blog post.

Mar 26, 2016 02:16 PM
Lou Ludwig
Ludwig & Associates - Boca Raton, FL
Designations Earned CRB, CRS, CIPS, GRI, SRES, TRC

Patrica

The Magnolia Station Cafe is funky . . . .  It's what on the inside that counts.

Good luck and success.

Lou Ludwig

Mar 26, 2016 02:27 PM
TeamCHI - Complete Home Inspections, Inc.
Complete Home Inspections, Inc. - Brentwood, TN
Home Inspectons - Nashville, TN area - 615.661.029

 Good morning Patricia Feager . I do have to agree that we cannot judge a book or an eatery by its cover. We need to reconnect sometime soon.

Mar 26, 2016 06:11 PM
Mark Don McInnes, Sandpoint-Idaho
Sandpoint Realty LLC - Sandpoint, ID
North Idaho Real Estate - 208-255.6227

Happy Easter Patricia.  It is those sleeper out of the way places that make it great to be a local.  Kudos on finding one.  Mark

Mar 26, 2016 08:29 PM
Elyse Berman, PA
LoKation Real Estate - Boca Raton, FL
Boca Raton FL (561) 716-7824

Patricia Feager From the looks of it, I would have been a bit hesitant too.  But, as you say, you can never judge a book by its cover!  Sounds like a keeper now.

Mar 26, 2016 08:52 PM
Gita Bantwal
RE/MAX Centre Realtors - Warwick, PA
REALTOR,ABR,CRS,SRES,GRI - Bucks County & Philadel

I enjyed reading this post. I agree we cannot always judge a book by its cover.

Mar 26, 2016 09:59 PM
Joe Petrowsky
Mortgage Consultant, Right Trac Financial Group, Inc. NMLS # 2709 - Manchester, CT
Your Mortgage Consultant for Life

Good morning Patricia. I stop a places like you described, all the time and meet some of the most interesting people and the food is often outstanding.

Mar 26, 2016 10:06 PM
Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist
KD Realty - 408.972.1822 - San Jose, CA
Probate Real Estate Services

Patricia,  It certainly has character ... and a real nostalgic look to it.  Those seem to be the best places with great food ... no bugs ... or bugs bunny. 

Happy Easter

Mar 27, 2016 12:33 AM
Patricia Feager, MBA, CRS, GRI,MRP
DFW FINE PROPERTIES - Flower Mound, TX
Selling Homes Changing Lives

Noah SeidenbergLou LudwigMark Don McInnes, SandpointTeamCHI - Complete Home Inspections, Inc. - Also proof positive that referrals, confirmations, & word of mouth are extremely helpful and typically always accurate!

Lou - you're right, it's what's inside that counts!

Make it a great day everyone!!!

Mar 27, 2016 12:35 AM
Patricia Feager, MBA, CRS, GRI,MRP
DFW FINE PROPERTIES - Flower Mound, TX
Selling Homes Changing Lives

Elyse BermanGita Bantwal, and Joe Petrowsky - finding the right place by word of mouth or accidentally stumbling upon it is quite a surprise. But I have to say, referrals are best and getting confirmation from a random person in line who has been there before really makes a difference!!!

Have a Happy Easter! 

Mar 27, 2016 12:38 AM
Patricia Feager, MBA, CRS, GRI,MRP
DFW FINE PROPERTIES - Flower Mound, TX
Selling Homes Changing Lives

Kathleen Daniels - I like your humor! When in doubt, don't, but if you spend your whole life judging others, you can miss out on great opportunities!!!

Happy Easter!

Mar 27, 2016 12:40 AM
Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
Pasadena And Southern California 818.516.4393

Hi Patricia  -- there can be some very wonderful dining experiences found in the least likely kinds of places.  

Mar 27, 2016 01:42 AM
Patricia Feager, MBA, CRS, GRI,MRP
DFW FINE PROPERTIES - Flower Mound, TX
Selling Homes Changing Lives

Michael Jacobs - Gems like this are rarer than many people think. We can't judge a book by its cover for if we do, we spoil the opportunity to gain something different, better, or ultimately the best. I have been to fancy restaurants and the food was skimpy, not good, and the service was only good when the waiter brought the check. 

I really liked what you had to say!

Mar 27, 2016 01:46 AM
Debb Janes
Nature As Neighbors - Camas, WA
Put My Love of Nature At Work for You

Those little hidden treasures, right Patricia. I give you a star for bravery - it's tough to eat in a spot that makes you wary.  Great analogy - people and places cannot always be judged by appearance alone. :) 

Mar 28, 2016 03:32 AM