Native Son

11/03/2026

Come watch election returns tonight at Native Son! Kitchen closes at 9pm! Bar open till y’all go home!

11/02/2026

Congrats Friends!

10/31/2026

TONIGHT!
SAM DEEN!
Where your costume! (Or don’t)!
Music at 8pm!

10/29/2026

There’s nothing better than walking into the restaurant and seeing someone settled at the bar with a book—especially when it’s one of my kids.
In our house we believe Readers are Leaders. When we opened Native Son, we pictured it as more than a place to eat and drink. We wanted a communal spot where people could come share laughs, ideas, and stories… or just sit quietly and read or work for a while. A neighborhood living room for Canton and East Texas.
Ransom’s been here this afternoon with his book and a plate of cracklins. Whether you’ve been coming since the day we opened or this would be your first visit, you’re welcome. Pull up a stool. Come for the food, the cocktails, the conversation—or just for a quiet place to read.
(And if you haven’t seen it yet, Texas Highways just published a really nice piece about the place and the idea behind it. Link in bio)

10/22/2026

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10/10/2026

HAPPY FALL Y’ALL! From Native Son Family Restaurant!
If you’re out in Canton for the Fall Festival, drop in! We have OU/UT on two screens!
If you’re headed to Round Top, we open Thursday October 15th through November 1! 11am-Late!
Make a reservation or walk in!
Tshirts and hats-$25!

10/09/2026

Go welcome our newest neighbor and grab some Native Son Grub! Tonight!

10/09/2026

TEAM APPRECIATION POST .
The Native Son family just came through one of the toughest dry spells of the summer. One that has affected our entire community. Not a weather drought. Nay. A people drought. Which will forever be known as THE GREAT ASHLEY RUBIO DROUGHT of 2026.
Ashley is back.
She put off knee surgery for the better part of a year because she did not want to leave the team hanging. We kept telling her the same thing we are telling you now: we would rather have her healthy than heroic. Surgery and recovery took her off the floor for more than a month. She is cleared for light duty, weekends only, and she will ease back behind the bar. If you catch her lifting anything heavy, give her the look. We mean it. Ashley has been ride-or-die since before we opened the doors. November 1, 2024. She was the first application, one of the first interviews, and the very first hire. She came in with real management, brewery, and guest-relationship experience. She is our only certified Cicerone (a certified b**r expert), and the first of the crew to pass BarSmarts (an industry spirits-and-service certification) and get behind the stick on night one. Second photo is that night. She has become just a part of Native Son as we are.
Since then she has been in the room for the big wins and the hard nights. She organizes. She pulls the team together. She volunteers the idea before anyone asks. She designed our first chalkboards. She has been nurse, mama hen, friend, and confidant. Her cocktail game has grown with the bar. She rides for the brand, and she rides for the people in it.
She is also a proud mom of two awesome kids she homeschools, and her husband has become part of this family too.
So come say it in person. “Welcome (back) in, Ashley!”
Make a reservation or just drop in this weekend. Come eat with us, give her a hug, and let her do the light work. We are glad she is home!

10/08/2026

Congrats Chief Allison!

Canton Police Chief Brad Allison is retiring after 30 years with the Canton Police Department, the last 11 as chief.

Chief, thank you for three decades of service to Canton and the people who live here. We're grateful for everything you've given this community.

If Chief Allison has helped you or your family along the way, feel free to leave him a note in the comments.

Information about the department's transition will be shared as it becomes available.

Here is Chief Allison's letter to the City:

"After careful consideration, I am submitting this letter to formally announce my retirement from my position as Chief of Police for the City of Canton, effective November 27, 2026.

It has been an honor and a privilege to serve the citizens as Chief of Police. I am truly grateful for the opportunity to have worked alongside dedicated officers, employees, city leadership, and members of our community throughout my years of service.

I am proud of what we have accomplished together and deeply appreciate the support and trust I have received during my tenure as Chief.

As I enter this next chapter, I leave with sincere gratitude for my time serving this community. I will do everything possible to assist with a smooth transition and to ensure that the department continues to provide the highest level of service for our citizens.

Thank you for the opportunity and privilege to serve the City of Canton. I will always be proud of my time with the Police Department and grateful for the relationships and memories made along the way.

Respectfully,
Brad Allison
Chief of Police
City of Canton"

10/07/2026

Thanks for the visit, y’all!

10/05/2026

Was a huge honor to be included as Best Dining Destination in East Texas for a second year in a row, as well as this awesome list with many of our friends! Lots to celebrate in Canton!

Last month, we went on a massive road trip around the Piney Woods to visit all of our Weekend Wonders winners!
Watch our entire adventure. >> https://www.theeasttexasweekend.com/2026/10/02/weekend-wonders-road-trip-2026/
THE WINNERS!
🎨 Favorite Art Experience - The Art Parlor - Canton
🍳 Favorite Breakfast - Dairy Palace - Canton
🍻 Favorite Brewery - Athens Brewing Co. - Athens
☕ Favorite Coffee Shop - The Pony Expresso - Canton
🍽 Favorite Dining Experience - Native Son - Canton
🌇 Favorite Downtown - Canton, TX
⛳ Favorite Family Fun - Eagle’s Nest Mini Golf Winnsboro Tx
🎉 Favorite Festival - Piney Woods W**e Festival - Lindale
🏡 Favorite Lodging - Wagon Wheel Cabins - Canton
🎸 Favorite Music Venue - The Forge Bar & The Forge Bar and Grill - Ben Wheeler
🏦 Favorite Museum - East Texas Oil Museum - Kilgore
🌛 Favorite Nightlife - The Forge Bar & Grill - Ben Wheeler
⛰ Favorite Outdoor Fun - New York, Texas Ziplines - LaRue
🌸 Favorite Park - East Texas Arboretum - Athens
🌄 Favorite Scenic View - New York, Texas Ziplines - LaRue
🛍 Favorite Shopping Venue - The Groove Vinyl & Vintage - Canton
🧘‍♀️ Favorite Spa - Yama Yoga Studio - Canton
🍰 Favorite Sweets Shop - Laurel & Pearl Bakery - Tyler
🎭 Favorite Theater - Stage Notes Academy of Performing Arts - Athens
🍷 Favorite W**ery - Kiepersol - Tyler