Update: They made the RIGHT decision! They brought back the special sauce for the Willie Nuggets,…read moreand let me tell y'all, that's exactly what was missing! Those nuggets are back to being as good as ever. Crispy, flavorful, and now with that amazing sauce, they're absolutely worth ordering again. Whoever listened to the customers deserves a big thank you! We'll definitely be back for more.

Ambiance is absolutely Texas!…read more Military discount. A little loud, could use some sound panels. We had chicken fried steak and steak fingers. Both were very good, one of the best chicken fried steaks, I've had, definitely not frozen. If you are a senior, the small is probably enough! The green beans were good, the corn was "unique ", probably not bad, but not my thing. I can't wait to come back and try something else! Eat here!

Imagine being on your way home from a weekend getaway and just wanting to grab a bite. The rule of…read moreours is when on a road trip, no chain restaurants. We love discovering new places to us. After a great weekend in Fredericksburg, we find the Barrel House. The southern cuisine on the sign sold it even before we sat down. I'm a big fan of Cajun and creole cooking. We started with the fried boudin balls and gator bites, both were excellent fried to perfection with just a hint spicy bite. I had the chicken fried steak with eggs and hash browns. Steak was tender enough to cut with a fork, and was on point. Cynthia had the breakfast burger which she said was cooked to perfection as well as crispy along the edges. A great meal along with great service which allowed us to get back on the road and headed home with full stomachs. A full stomach and a Dateline podcast made those three hours a little more bearable

This is a hidden jewel in Llano. Chicken fried steaks bigger than the plate. Shrimp and grits. Ten…read morefresh fish dishes. Full bar and an impressive weekend brunch that you'll never forget.

Aris Steakhouse is under the radar, so much so, if my friend had not recommended this restaurant, I…read moremay have never dined there. When you walked in you were immediately wowed by the modern, minimalistic vibe. The ceiling is deep and cavernous, while the walls appear to be terracotta and soothing. Aris Steakhouse is voluminous with a bar anchored in the center of the restaurant. Aris is another Austin Restaurant Week selection. My friend ordered the beef Carpaccio, lamb along with a wine pairing. I ordered the octopus skewers and sea bass. No adult beverage for me as I was still on antibiotics. We both ordered the same dessert...baklava ice cream with graham cracker bits. Surprisingly, it was not eye-squinting sweet. All the dishes were next level excellent. Service was superb and plentiful. Our main server was Serb, who was soft spoken, kind and extremely knowledgeable about the menu offerings. Another gentleman served the wines and miniature expresso martini. In addition, a restaurant manager visited our table from time to time to check on us. The only downside was the parking. You could valet park for $8 or you could self-park for free. That's the good news! If you self-park, the not so good news is that the elevator at the center of the garage does not work. In order to get upstairs, you must take an open-air stairwell. Outstanding dining experience...

A second time here the first time was for a Austin wine and food foundation event so it was…read moredefinitely a little bit more curated in terms of what the offerings were. This was the fourth restaurant I went to for restaurant week so I definitely did the prefix menu which was $75 and had three courses. I also did the $25 wine pairing that consisted of two glasses of wine, one white, one red, and then the last pairing that went with the dessert was an option between a mini espresso martini, and something else which obviously I went with the martini. Started with the beef carpaccio, which was a very large serving, definitely did not finish that however it was very tender. The balsamic vinegar on top as well as arugula, really made the dish pop. Main course consist of the lamb chops and yes, your girl definitely not on the bones to get all of that flavor as it was delicious. Last but not least was the baklava ice cream very tasty. The only downside was that they gave one scoop versus two so definitely be ready to have a craving for that afterwards. The restaurant was very dimly lit vibrant packed for sure we were sitting right near the bar area and kind of a booth table area very cozy. I really enjoyed the playlist which was vibrant and diversified really gave a nice vibe to the overall restaurant service was also amazing. I will say that it seemed to lack at times a little bit too long between the courses. Our reservation was for seven and we didn't end up leaving until closer to 930. I would totally go back to try some other other items. The individual at the front reminded me that on Mondays they have 50% off Wagyu that's a steal! They also do valet parking. I'm not sure if it's complementary or paid as the past two times I've gone. I've used a rideshare service.

Lovely place! A family owned restaurant with amazing food and service. The son is the chef and dad…read moreis dishing up delicious food and funny tales! Mom runs the cafe during the day. Dad/son run the steakhouse at night. I could have cut my fillet with a butter knife! It was THAT tender. And if you need gluten-free meals, you're in luck! The entire menu is gluten-free! Go support local owned!!!

The service was very good. I had the NY strip and wife and the filet. They were cooked right and…read morewere tender. I needed some more seasoning but still good. I would have liked better lighting. Too dark.

Small place but comfortable.. 1 waitress but so was very good and helpful if we had questions on…read morethe menu.. the food was okay.. my steak was a little tough but the shrimp was tasty..

Food and price are amazing!! We always look forward to coming back!…read more Calamari is the best around.

We have dined at Jack' s Chophouse many times and it has always been a wonderful experience. We…read morelove the attention to detail in the decor, food, ambiance, and even our name on the table. The service is A+. Jack's Chophouse has a comfortable Hill Country feel blended with an upscale dining flair. The cocktails are yummy and a wide variety of meal choices which you can never go wrong. Try Jack's Chophouse and I know you will return and return. Amazing. 5 stars

Gia was fantastic!!!! Can't wait to come back!!!! Complimentary caprese was a real treat!!!!!read more

Wow what a great place. Best burger I've had in years. Perfectly cooked with their own farm raised…read morebeef... angus... we even bought some ribeye to take home. Don't pass this cafe by.

Woohoo! What a fantastic "find"! From the minute you walk in to the minute you leave, you're…read moretreated like family. We were greeted right away, seated, & had drink orders taken right away. We started with a 1/2 order of onion rings. Yes, my pic shows a 1/2 order! Totally crispy & delicious! I ordered the daily special (fried fish) & my husband had hamburger steak. The fish, hush puppies, & okra were perfectly fried. The Cole slaw was creamy & definitely homemade. My hubby loved his hamburger steak, gravy, & grilled veggies. Everything was cooked just right & tasted homemade. My lunch ended with a cupcake. Gotta love that! Lots of locals were eating lunch here. That's always a good sign. Super cute "farm" decor.

Food was great, service outstanding, ambiance.... It's Diggs if you know you know and that's where…read moreyou go. Great people, food and some dancing too.

Steak was awesome! Classic bar atmosphere, we loved it. Easy location to visit just outside San Sabaread more

If passing through the area, Silver Spur is definitely the place to plan a stop around!…read more Had an amazing burger and pint of cold beer at this awesome Texan themed restaurant. Whenever I do find myself headed this way again, will be sure to come back for one of their steaks.

Silver Spur is FANTASTIC! I visited on a whim when driving through Menard (most places were closed…read morebecause it was Easter but they were open) and had the best experience... service was great, food was delicious, portions were huge, and price was reasonable. FAST FACTS: * Parking - some spots right out front * Closed on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday * Check their Facebook page for events, specials, and more PRICING - The total was $50.65 after tax ($4.52) but before tip for an unsweetened tea ($2.79), chips and queso ($9.19), grilled chicken sandwich ($12.19), chicken fried steak ($19.49), and mint chocolate chip ice cream cake ($6.99). I think the pricing is VERY reasonable for the food quality and portion size. CHIPS AND QUESO (8/10) - Fantastic appetizer for the table to share for cheap! You get a mound of thick tortilla chips (or pork rinds), a skillet of green hatch queso topped with some fresh pico, and a smaller side of a thick salsa. I'd order this again! GRILLED CHICKEN SANDWICH (9/10) - Massive sandwich with a huge pile of shoestring fries (or tots) on the side. The bun is fluffy and nicely toasted, the grilled chicken breast is seasoned well, and you get fresh spring mix, tomato, pickles, and onion piled on top with honey mustard. I'd order this again! CHICKEN FRIED STEAK (10/10) - One of the best chicken fried steaks we've had! It's a huge portion of steak (8 oz) topped with peppered gravy, two sides of your choice, and a roll... everything was seasoned well, fresh, and delicious! I'd order this again! MINT CHOCOLATE CHIP ICE CREAM CAKE (9/10) - The desserts vary but this ice cream cake was fantastic! The level of mint was perfect and it was a good size piece to share at the end of an already very filling meal. I'd order this again! Honestly, there was nothing I didn't enjoy at Silver Spur! Obviously I'm not a local (you can tell it's the type of place where everyone in town hangs out) and just happened to stumble across it while traveling through but I will 100% stop by again when I'm in the area! Absolutely fantastic and filling meal for a very affordable price with those hometown Texas vibes that are always appreciated! Special shoutout to our server, Dana, who took great care of us from start to finish!