Famous small-town Texas steakhouse to reopen in Denton County north of Fort Worth

Ranchman’s Ponder Steakhouse, a 75-year Denton County landmark and once among America’s most famous small-town cafes, has been sold to Denton County restaurateur Marty Bryan and will reopen as part of the Marty B’s empire. owner Dave Ross said. The little back-road restaurant at 110 W. Bailey St., Ponder, has been closed nearly two years since Ross retired. In its heyday, Ranchman’s was known for 32-ounce T-bones, chicken-fried steaks, burgers, pies and cobblers. It hosted celebrities from sports, TV and movies, including actors Warren Beatty and Faye Dunaway during the...