A very nice and relaxing place. Very pleasant ambiance. The food and specialty coffees are…read moreexcellent and so are the staff.

Common Grounds is my favorite hometown spot! The breakfast burritos and coffee are so yummy and the…read moreambience is welcoming and friendly. The poor reviews are from big city folk who don't understand Brownwood and that's okay. If it's not your cup of tea- don't drink it. No need to write an inaccurate review :)

I received excellent service at this location. The staff was attentive and provided prompt service…read morewith a smile.

Visited 3 different days while in town. Six different drinks... none good. The cappuccino was a…read morecup of coffee, bitter, & no caramel as ordered. No foam, no milk, & not creamy. Really bad. The crème brûlée special seasonal was so awful. It was thrown out. The pink drink mix was old & tasted like old juice. Thrown away. Training needed!

This place used to be a bicycle shop, but after the owner passed away, the building was turned into…read morea restaurant. I loved that they kept the bicycle-themed decor- it's a charming tribute to its history. There's a good amount of parking on the right side of the building, though it can get pretty busy, so just a heads up! Here's what my friends and I ordered: Sidewalk Surfer Just FYI, this is only available on Fridays and Saturdays! You can tell all the ingredients are fresh, but I do wish the portion size was a bit larger. That said, the masa cake was unique, so I'm glad I got to try it. Death Grip If you're craving something sweet and savory, this is the one. It tastes like a donut sandwich with deep-fried brioche bread and a side of jam (which has a bit of a kick!) It's definitely on the heavier side but flavorful! Peddler If you're in the mood for something lighter, I'd recommend the Peddler. It's a more refreshing option compared to the Deathgrip. The food took a little while to come out, but our server was incredibly kind and welcoming. She checked in with us regularly to make sure we had everything we needed. Looking forward to coming back and trying more items on the menu the next time I'm in Brownwood!

We've dined at Station for several months now, so this review is not only for our experience today…read more(small business Saturday 2025), but also for the dozen or so prior visits. We are always impressed with the level of service and the quality of the food. The fresh ingredients and the care given to the presentation of each dish leaves us with feeling of satisfaction beyond the food itself. What Wayne and Crystal have done with the renovations and the attention to detail in the dining room is nothing short of amazing. It is relaxing and vibrant at the same time, a welcome addition to the dining experience in Brownwood.

We always make it a point to stop at Runaway Train Cafe when we're passing through Brownwood on our…read moreway to Fredericksburg. It's one of those places we genuinely look forward to every time. The restaurant is set inside an old train car, which is just really cool and different. The hamburgers are always spot on -- juicy and full of flavor -- and I can't pass up the Reuben. It's perfectly toasted with plenty of meat and just tastes great every single time. The service is consistently friendly and welcoming, which makes the stop even better. It's become a tradition for us, and it never disappoints. If you're anywhere near Brownwood, it's definitely worth pulling off the road for.

Food was delicious service was awsome. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone passing…read morethrough.

The Turtle is truly exceptional--easily one of the finest dining experiences you will find anywhere…read morein Texas, not just Brownwood. Mary has built something very special here. The food is world-class: thoughtfully conceived, beautifully executed, and consistently excellent. You would normally have to travel to Austin, Dallas, or Houston to find a restaurant of this caliber--and pay significantly more. The fact that Mary delivers this level of quality here, and does so consistently, is remarkable. Everything is cooked to order, exactly as it should be in a serious kitchen. This is not fast, mass-produced food--and that's the point. If you value freshness, precision, and quality, The Turtle delivers every time. The bar is equally outstanding, and one of my favorite places to sit and dine. This is an ideal place for date nights or when hosting out-of-town guests you truly want to impress. The Turtle impressed my hardest-to-please food critic, which says everything. For me, it has become a regular favorite--one of Brownwood's absolute treasures. Go for the food. Stay for the ambience. #thebar

Food was amazing! Loved the salmon. Service was spot on! Locally owned and a must stop when in…read moretown.

This Starbucks has it going on, let me count the ways: Clean bathrooms (always a plus) clean store,…read moreawesome employees who are very helpful, professional, and nice not to mention the menu is great. I highly recommend the Banana Nut Bread and the Caramel Ribbon Crunch Frappuccino. But it's all good and you will love the coffee and the teas. They have some beautiful mugs and cups plus different types of coffee in the bags you can grab one and take home that perfect blend of coffee. They have something for everyone. Come visit Chelsey and the others at the Starbucks in Early, Texas. Have a great day and keep up the great work y'all.

I asked for a drip coffee in a cup I brought in. Rather than turning around and filling it--as…read moreevery other Starbucks I've ever been to has done--my cup was put in the queue with every other fancy drink. After several minutes, when I finally asked if someone could please put coffee in the cup, a 12-ounce cup was filled and then poured into my cup, thereby eliminating my attempt to keep a disposable cup out of the landfill. Pretty infuriating.

I had the very best chicken enchiladas I've ever tasted. As always, everything was perfectly…read moreprepared. Thanks, Marco!

Food was amazing! Did not want to stop eating. The store…read morewas so cozy and felt like a little piece of my grandmas home. You can tell they put their all into it, am def recommending it to co-workers

Everything is fabulous. High quality food, wine and deserts. Everything is made fresh, pasta…read moregelatos and more!

Awesome little find in Brownwood. Definitely doesnt have the feel you are in Brownwood when you go…read moreinto the little shop attached to a restaurant. I had the orange honey fig and it was possibly the best thing Ive ever taken a bite of. I had my college golf team with me. Players from all over the world, one of which spent last summer in Rome and he said the gelato was very comparable. If you find yourself in Brownwood and need a sweet treat skip the Sonic and go the Turtle!!!!!!

I've tried a lot of coffee shops around town and 7Brew is now my favorite! I haven't had a bad or…read moreburnt coffee yet. My go-to is an iced latte with toasted marshmallow and white chocolate. I love the ordering/phone number system because it's easy to get points and keep up with flavors I've already tried. The staff are nice and fun to talk to, even early in the morning I've never seen them be quiet or avoiding conversation. I also work for a local nursing home, and when 7Brew opened they did a promo for certain hours a day giving away free drinks. They let us get drinks for all of our residents and staff for free! They told us it was good practice for the brewistas, but it meant the world to our residents to try something new!

At least wipe down the cup. Sloppy. Nobody wants to drink from a cup like this. Slow downread more

When ordering the drive through consistently get charged the price of a large koloche and given a…read moresmall. When I gave it a Final chance I went inside to order. Customer service is lacking and flies swarming the donuts. Me and another customer locked eyes in disbelief. No thanks. Ill pass on this one.

I really liked this donut shop! The donut itself was light and fluffy and the chocolate was just…read morethe perfect amount of rich. The owner who runs this store is from Cambodia and it's super nice to see some Asian representation in this small town in Central Texas. I had a nice conversation with him and he provided excellent customer service.