Places
worth
eating.
BBQ joints, river-town cafés, bakeries and ranch-to-table kitchens — where to eat across the Hill Country.
42 picks.
Franklin Barbecue
"The best barbecue in the known universe" — USDA Prime brisket.
William Chris Vineyards
World-class Texas wines grown in Hye — natural winemaking, stunning patio views, and named #31 among the World's 50 Best Vineyards.
Bluebonnet Café
Legendary pie and home cooking in Marble Falls since 1929.
Otto's German Bistro
European-inspired fine dining in Fredericksburg.
Love Creek Orchards Cafe
Famous apple pie and country breakfast in Medina.
Cooper's Old Time Pit
Iconic mesquite-smoked meats served straight from the pit.
Bear Moon Bakery
Artisan breads, pastries, and sandwiches in Boerne.
Mary's Tacos
Family-owned counter-serve Mexican eatery — home of the best breakfast tacos in Boerne.
Jester King Brewery
Farmhouse ales brewed on a scenic Hill Country ranch.
Grape Creek Vineyards
Estate vineyard and winery in Fredericksburg with tastings, vineyard tours, a full Italian restaurant, and beautiful Tuscan-style patios.
Real Ale Brewing
Iconic Texas craft brewery with taproom in Blanco.
Huisache Grill
Award-winning American bistro in a 1920s home.
Black's BBQ New Braunfels
Legendary Lockhart BBQ family's Hill Country outpost.
Naegelin's Bakery
Oldest bakery in Texas — strudel, cookies, and kolaches since 1868.
Cabernet Grill
Texas wine country cuisine paired with local vintages.
Salt Lick BBQ
Legendary open-pit BBQ with all-you-can-eat family style.
Leaning Pear
Farm-to-table lunch spot on the Wimberley square.
High's Café & Store
Classic comfort food and pie in charming downtown Comfort.
Rails – A Café at the Depot
Creative café fare in a restored railroad depot.
Hungry Horse Restaurant
Beloved home-style dining since 1983 — award-winning chicken fried steak.
11th Street Cowboy Bar
Legendary honky-tonk with cold beer and cowboy vibes.
River City Grille
Upscale lakeside dining with steaks and seafood.
Palmer's Restaurant
Fine dining with Hill Country charm in San Marcos.
Treaty Oak Distilling
Craft spirits, smokehouse food, and live music.
The Dodging Duck Brewhaus
Craft brews and hearty pub fare on Boerne's Main Plaza.
Francisco's
Fine dining with a Southwestern twist in downtown Kerrville.
Grape Juice
Wine bar and bistro with small plates and live jazz.
Pint & Plow Brewing
Craft brewery with Hill Country-inspired ales and bites.
Vaudeville
Craft cocktails and elevated bites in a stunning historic venue.
Creek Restaurant
Elegant Hill Country cuisine overlooking Cibolo Creek.
Krause's Café
German-Texan biergarten with house-brewed beers.
Gristmill River Restaurant
Dine above the Guadalupe in a historic cotton gin.
OST Restaurant
Iconic cowboy café on Main Street since 1921.
Pecan Street Brewing
Brewpub in a historic building with great pizza and pints.
Redbud Café
Charming café and live music venue on the Blanco square.
Inman's Kitchen
Famous Turkey Sausage and old-fashioned BBQ since 1963.
Cibolo Creek Brewing
Local microbrewery with wood-fired pizza and live music.
McAdoo's Seafood
Fresh Gulf seafood in a lively downtown atmosphere.
Billy Gene's
Down-home diner known for massive chicken-fried steak.
Hondo's on Main
Live music, burgers, and cold beer on Main Street.
Silver Creek Beer Garden & Grille
A Victorian-style 1908 historic home turned beer garden and grille, featuring the largest beer selection in Texas Hill Country, authentic German and Tex-Clectic cuisine, and daily live music on a scenic patio.
Cowboys and Cadillacs
Upscale rooftop bar and lounge in downtown New Braunfels.