Is there a restaurant at Draughon-Miller Central Texas Regional (KTPL)?

Yes. Miller’s Smokehouse is a restaurant a short drive from Draughon-Miller Central Texas Regional in Belton, Texas. It serves BBQ. I last verified it in October 2026.

Can you walk to Miller’s Smokehouse from the ramp?

No. Miller’s Smokehouse is a short drive from KTPL, so you will need the FBO crew car or a ride. Call the FBO ahead to reserve the car; most are first come, first served with a time limit.

What are the hours at Miller’s Smokehouse?

I do not have published hours for Miller’s Smokehouse. Call ahead on the day you fly, and check the chart supplement for airport hours.

What do I need to know to fly into KTPL?

The longest runway is 16/34 at 7,000 ft, asphalt, the field is non-towered with CTAF 123.0, field elevation is 682 ft MSL, check the chart supplement for fuel. Check NOTAMs before you go.

Miller’s Smokehouse – Draughon-Miller Central Texas Regional (KTPL)

Miller’s Smokehouse is a restaurant a short drive from Draughon-Miller Central Texas Regional (KTPL) in Belton, Texas. The menu is BBQ. I last verified this listing in October 2026.

Flying in to KTPL

Runway 16/34: 7,000 ft x 150 ft, asphalt, lighted
Runway 03/21: 4,740 ft x 100 ft, asphalt, lighted
Field elevation: 682 ft MSL
CTAF: 123.0 (non-towered)
ATIS/AWOS: AWOS 134.975
Fuel: check the chart supplement

You will need ground transportation from KTPL. Call the FBO ahead to reserve the crew car. Most crew cars are first come, first served with a time limit, and it is customary to buy fuel and top off the car. If you are not sure the field has one, airportcourtesycars.com keeps a list.

Fly-in restaurants near KTPL

Louie Mueller Barbecue T74 · Taylor, TX · 29 nm
Bill’s Burgers KBMQ · Burnet, TX · 43 nm
Gate 12 Bar & Grill KCLL · College Station, TX · 63 nm
Inman’s BBQ KAQO · Llano, TX · 64 nm
Cooper’s Old Time Pit Bar-B-Que KAQO · Llano, TX · 65 nm
Lockhart BBQ joints (Kreuz, Black’s, Smitty’s, Chisholm Trail) 50R · Lockhart, TX · 72 nm
Weikel’s Bakery 3T5 · La Grange, TX · 74 nm
Hard Eight BBQ KSEP · Stephenville, TX · 79 nm

Flying to KTPL: questions pilots ask

Is there a restaurant at Draughon-Miller Central Texas Regional (KTPL)?: Yes. Miller’s Smokehouse is a restaurant a short drive from Draughon-Miller Central Texas Regional in Belton, Texas. It serves BBQ. I last verified it in October 2026.
Can you walk to Miller’s Smokehouse from the ramp?: No. Miller’s Smokehouse is a short drive from KTPL, so you will need the FBO crew car or a ride. Call the FBO ahead to reserve the car; most are first come, first served with a time limit.
What are the hours at Miller’s Smokehouse?: I do not have published hours for Miller’s Smokehouse. Call ahead on the day you fly, and check the chart supplement for airport hours.
What do I need to know to fly into KTPL?: The longest runway is 16/34 at 7,000 ft, asphalt, the field is non-towered with CTAF 123.0, field elevation is 682 ft MSL, check the chart supplement for fuel. Check NOTAMs before you go.

Before you go

Restaurant hours change, and airport restaurants close more often than most. Call ahead on the day you fly. Check NOTAMs and the chart supplement for KTPL for runway closures, fuel availability and after-hours procedures.

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