Something Different
American, regional, sandwich · Fairfield
About Something Different
En "Something Different" te invitamos a disfrutar de auténtica comida casera americana, con sabores reconfortantes que te recordarán a casa. Desde deliciosos sándwiches hasta irresistibles postres, todo está preparado con cariño y servido en un ambiente sencillo y acogedor. ¡Ven a sentirte como en f...
En "Something Different" te invitamos a disfrutar de auténtica comida casera americana, con sabores reconfortantes que te recordarán a casa. Desde deliciosos sándwiches hasta irresistibles postres, todo está preparado con cariño y servido en un ambiente sencillo y acogedor. ¡Ven a sentirte como en familia en nuestro rincón de Fairfield!
What Customers Say About Something Different
Something Different is a small-town diner loved for its friendly service, generous portions, and homemade food. Standout items include the Armadillo Burger, French Dip, and homemade desserts like German chocolate cake. Customers praise the welcoming atmosphere and unique menu.
Popular Dishes
Best For
Tip: Save some time to enjoy the atmosphere and homemade food; it's not an in-and-out kind of place. Also, try the daily specials and homemade desserts.
Features
Frequently asked questions about Something Different
Something Different Fairfield Reviews
Awesome diner love stopping here when I’m in town. The cook Amanda is super friendly and always makes amazing food!!
The only thing I regret is not getting dessert! Such a great spot to eat and the waitresses were so kind and funny. Thank you all!!!
The Chicken fried chicken, Hamburger Steak and mushroom burger they were all excellent. The German chocolate cake, pecan cake and coconut cream pie were out of this world
Different = delicious. Y’all. Stop here. Food is some of the best I’ve had anywhere in a LONG time, & I get around. The menu may be unassuming at first, but someone in that kitchen is having fun to all of our benefit & their name is very appropriate. I had the hot Johnny & it blew my mind. Their griddler is a magician. 10/10 would make the three hour trip just to eat here again. 🤤🤤🤤🤤🤤 Sorry the picture is kinda meh; we couldn’t help but eat everything before I thought to take it. It was that good.
I pulled into this mom and pop restaurant, and right off i felt i was sent back to a simpler time. No one was on their phone..they was talking,even to a stranger like me! The food was great. The signs (which is everywhere) was very funny. If you come through this place...stop and eat. You won't regret it.
This place is truly a hidden gem with down to earth people. Old school cooking and great prices, and their desserts are amazing. Such a cool atmosphere. Can’t recommend it enough!
Service was incredible from the moment we got there. I ordered the Armadillo Burger, but the server asked if the cook could freestyle a little bit with my burger and I said absolutely. Without a doubt one of the best burgers I have ever had, simply superb. I will make the very necessary detour the next time I head North on 45. Thank you, Something Different!
The food was great, portions were amazing, and the staff even better. My picky eater of a son even liked the fish (not a dish he normally likes.) The staff worked with my dad to prepare a meal he wasn't allergic to. Honestly we couldn't have been more pleased. I just wish it was closer to home so I could go more often.
Great atmosphere! Everything was delicious, especially the armadillo burger and fried pickles. The service was pleasant. Very close to the highway but not right on it. It seemed like there was a good mix of locals and travelers. It is not an in and out kind of place. Save some time to enjoy!
Awesome country cooking!!!!! We stopped here while traveling through Fairfield, TX. This is a small family diner with a warm, comfortable atmosphere. Everything is homemade, cooked to perfection, and delicious! The vegetables in the salad were fresh and flavorful. I had the 7Up pound cake for dessert. It tasted like it was baked with love. Don't miss this!!!!
This is a wonderful place for lunch. The food and service was awesome. We enjoyed the french dip, chicken salad sandwich, chicken fingers, buffalo fries, and the Buffalo joes sandwich. All of the food was great, but my favorites were the Buffalo Joes sandwich and french dip. I loved the pleasant attitude of the staff. If you are in the area and want good food with friendly service, this is the place.
Stopped in while passing through. The place was inviting and comfortable inside. It appeared to only be 2 workers at the time, one was the cook and the other was the host. The host was warm and welcoming and the food was good and pretty big portioned. I’d recommend this for a quick bite and would return if nearby.
The burgers ROCK! I love a really good burger and they certainly make a great one! Brioche buns, thick-cut real bacon, yummy melted cheese, and a huge beef patty. I was full after half of it, but ate the entire thing! Kid had the Mushroom Swiss Burger and loved it. I had the Amadillo Burger without onions. It had jalapeno cream cheese! Sooo good and 4 type of fries! The service was great and the ladies are so nice! You can watch them make your food, if you want. This place is tiny. I will be eating here as I drive between College Station and Dallas to visit my TX A&M student. I found my new favorite Burger!
Something Different is a great small town diner where the staff were really friendly and the food was excellent. I can’t go back there soon enough!! The breakfast options sound fantastic. I got the fish sandwich with fries and a German chocolate cake. The baker makes fresh desserts twice a week. If I lived closer, I’d eat here all the time and would get super fat. Thanks Something Different for a great dinner!!
Cool spot to grab a bite. Update 11/2019 The service is great small little place, menu has its own spin on basic diner foods. The desserts are very good. Its a spot i wish i could stop at more often but not able too due to time and work, but when i do swing by its a good taste experience i don't feel cheated or buyers remorse food taste good and i get full.
Always super friendly and welcoming! Food is always hot and fresh. The deserts are fabulous and homemade. Fried catfish and burgers are great choices. Chicken salad sandwich was the special the last time though and was a very nice change of pace. Great little diner!
Based on reviews & our route today — we elected to try out this small, low key, casual cafe/diner. Service was good. Food quality was very good (double cheeseburger with extra pickles) & my wife had the French-dip. Not fancy. Not super clean but the place was practically packed with locals enjoying their entrees. Back home we used to say a place like this was “a greasy spoon — hole in the wall” but great food — I think that’s appropriate here as well.
Skip it. This place has been on my list for a while. I should have known when the parking lot was empty that the 4+ star review may be wrong. I love a diner. Love diner food. I'm not thrown off by the smell of grease in the air or a million knick knacks in a quaint place. But this is not that. It was dirty. Dirty windows you can't see out of. Food on the floor and a wet amd sticky spot at our table. In the middle of the day, with no other customers and at least 2 employees. Unforgivable. Go across the street to Dairy Queen if you want a burger or around the corner to Sam's if you want a diner.
Sign in to leave a review
Sign inRemove ads and manage your menu
Explore Your Area
Food Belly
Rancho Viejo
Marshall's Tavern
McDonald's
Ellinya Italian Restaurant
Bottlecap Alley
Bush's Chicken
Applebee's
Wendy's
Butcher's Choice
41 Photos
Explore Something Different's photos
About Something Different
How to get there
690 US Hwy 84 W, Fairfield, TX 75840
Highlights
Services
Dining Options
Restaurant Info
Amenities
The Neighborhood
Location
690 US Hwy 84 W, Fairfield, TX 75840
📍 Explore the Neighborhood
Upcoming Events
Gaming
🎮 Earn Points While You Explore!
Play Find Me and redeem points for discounts at Something Different and other restaurants
Earn Points at Something Different!
Play Find Me and redeem rewards here
Earn extra points and redeem them for rewards at Something Different
🏆 Rewards at Something Different
10% Discount
At Something Different
Free Appetizer
On your next visit
VIP Table
Premium experience
to redeem rewards and earn points
📋 How Do Rewards Work?
Play Find Me
Every 100 score points = 1 reward point
Collect Points
Workers earn 2x points per game
Redeem Rewards
Discounts, free food and VIP experiences
Is it yours? Claim it FREE!
Remove ads and manage your menu