Let me tell you! I've actually been wanting to visit this restaurant for quite some time. An opportunity came up and I was able to get to the restaurant with a few friends. At first glance , I thought the restaurant was absolutely adorable, i love that they repurposed an old home , and they kept a lot of really neat vintage pieces and a look as far as atmosphere goes. I felt it was very welcoming. I also love the fact that you could see the cooks in the kitchen. The service was really great.I don't believe we had an empty glass or ever had to ask for a refill on our drinks. Now for the food! When I tell you it is probably one of the best meals I've had in a while.I am not lying. My chicken was cooked to perfection. The flavor of my dish was absolutely delicious and comforting. The vegetables were cooked to perfection, i don't remember the last time I wanted more cooked carrots on my plate! My friends that join me , really had nothing but great things to say about it. Everybody agreed I picked well! We ordered seared scallops wrapped in bacon for the table, my scallop was so good.I almost didn't want to share. One of my friends also got their crusted fish (not pictured) and the brazed beef dish, ( also not pictured) I would one 100% go again as well as refer this restaurant to anybody who really wanted delicious food. read more

Kindling Texas Kitchen - Chicken Florentine - American Near Me - Cibolo, Texas

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On our fourth visit we began with the shrimp scampi appetizer, which was served in a wonderful broth, if that's the right word. We then shared the humongous pork chop, which was excellent and it came with scalloped potatoes, carrots, and miniature potatoes. (Yes, two potato dishes together.) I'd rate the whole thing five stars, but for one thing. Ever since COVID, many restaurants have been presenting their menu via a CR code and an Internet link. Some also offer conventional menus, but Kindling is hard core. No paper menus. (Although they will supply a tablet.) My wife absolutely hates this and has drawn a line in the sand. She says we are not going back, and everyone knows "unhappy wife, lousy life. So Kindling, it has been great. Please relent on this menu policy so I can again experience your great cuisine and ambience. You may never know how many oldsters you are losing due to your policy. read more

At this price range, I expect a paper menu. I don't care if you change the menu weekly, this is standard practice. Our corner of the restaurant had an abundance of flies. I easily counted at least 10 flies that we were having to swat away from our food, we were seated inside. S&P on the table was needed and should have been provided without asking. Cornbread should have been offered complimentary. We ordered the cornbread but did not finish it as it had an off taste and some cross contamination in the butter dish. Grilled Shrimp skewer was overcooked and unexpectedly had something like chili powder. Roasted vegetables were bland and needed some seasoning or at least salt. Husband enjoyed the pork chops but side of fries were lacking in crispness and flavor. Pork chops increased the review from one star to two. I had hopes for the bread pudding and it did have good flavor BUT was lacking the key ingredient of rum, burboun, or whiskey. I'm not sure how the reviews are as good as they are or how they stay in business. Do not recommend! The one saving grace was that we came here to use our AMEX Resy benefits, so not much out of pocket. read more

I've waited a week to post this because I wanted to give the business a chance to make it right. Sadly, they have not which makes this genuinely more disappointing. My parents frequented Kindling Kitchen as their special occassion place for several years. They always spoke highly of the food and service. It was the natural choice for my mom's 60th birthday dinner. I made a reservation for 10 on December 30, 2025. On March 7, my family had a reservation for 10 to dine with Kindling Kitchen. We were running a couple minutes late so my dad called to let them know. When he called, he was informed that there was no reservation under his name or anyone else's name in our party. After finding out this happened, I called. I politely asked for clarification because I had been the one to make the reservation. Come to find out what was told to my dad wasn't true. After some gentle pressing, I was told that our reservation was actually cancelled at 12:13pm on the day we were supposed to be there (March 7). I asked by who and was informed someone named Patrick Clark had cancelled our reservation. When I told her that there was no one in our party by this name, she acknowledged that there was a note on the reservation with my dad's name, but it was cancelled anyway. I asked why they would take a cancellation from someone who wasn't us and how this even happened. I was told they don't know and they'll look into it. We were offered seats at the bar or outside (There were two children in our party), and we politely declined. I was also told I could "send a detailed email and someone would get back to me." (That is a direct quote.) We pivoted and found another restaurant to take our party of 10. When we were already seated at another restaurant, I got a call from the shift lead informing me that they actually could take us after all. At this time, it would have been 20 minutes past our scheduled reservation time. I declined and asked why the sudden change. She did apologize and kept saying they don't know how this happened. She told me that she would call back the next day because they were currently in their rush and try to make this right. There was no call on March 8. My mom called on March 10 to check in. I was then texted and told I would receive a call from the owner by March 12. There are so many pieces of this that are confusing and upsetting. So many pieces that could have been fixed. If they were running behind and could have seated us 20 minutes after our reservation, that would have been fine. We would have waited. If they had simply called me or my dad seeing that the cancellation name didn't match our name, we would have been able to fix it. Had anyone from the restaurant reached out to us at any point this week, even just for a conversation regarding what happened, we wouldn't be here. As it is, minus one phone call from the shift lead, all communication has been from our end. When a reservation is made months in advance for a special occasion like a milestone birthday, you would think that a business would honor it. And when mistakes like this happen, you would think that the business would at least apologize. This has been such a disappointment. read more

What a cozy little house restaurant! Great service- super friendly & efficient. Food was excellent. Started with Hot Artichoke & Spinach dip, served with tasty (homemade? ) chips. Wow! Then entrees were Scallops & Risotto, and Braised Beef & Risotto. Both were amazing! A bit pricier than we'd expected (about $100) but delicious! We'll be back! read more

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We ate here tonight. Really was looking forward to it. I ordered chicken Florentine. Really did not have much flavor. I brought most of it home. My husband ordered the ribeye which seemed to be low on flavor. We will try again in the future. Maybe just hit there on a bad night. This place gets great reviews, so maybe I had higher expectations. Service was good and inside is cute. read more

While waiting for some friends to meet us at Old Main, we stopped in to Kindling because I was hangry!!! lol. We were greeted kindly and seated shortly after. They had a variety of things on the menu that seemed worth trying but we opted to share the pastrami platter and braised Beef Risotto plates. The pastrami platter was the star of the show for the night. The variety of items on the plate paired well with the toasted bread. It really was amazing. My wife was extremely impressed with the cherry sauce. The braised beef was good too. We didn't care too much for the risotto though. Overall, the atmosphere was great and versatile. Perfect for a date night or family dinner. Definitely check them out. read more

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This place was the cutest little joint! I can't remember how I found it... Maybe some local TV show? In any event, off my wife and I went to Cibolo for a "date night". It's an old home "downtown" Cibolo, if that's thing. It seems to be divided into two areas. Inside to the right is a brighter lit table/bar area...and then to the left...a more romantic ambiance. A very cozy feel all the way around. We began our meal with the mozzarella appetizer. Melted cheese and fantastic garlic bread!? Yes, please. Y'all this bread was some of the most perfectly toasted and tasting bread I've ever had. We ate the whole batch. In fact, we were so full we ended up taking our entrees to go. We ordered the Braised Beef Risotto and Lobster cake stuffed Salmon. I snacked a little bit on the Lobster cake Stuffed Salmon before we boxed it to go, and unfortunately, it was good, but dry. That's probably the only reason it's not a five star review. I'd definitely recommend the beef and risotto. That was fantastic! Even reheated. You definitely get your moneys worth here in portion sizes. Service was spot on throughout. No complaints there. I'm definitely willing to go back! read more

Kindling Texas Kitchen - Mozzarella appetizer - American Near Me - Cibolo, Texas

If you haven't been to Kindling Tex's Kitchen yet... RUN. Don't walk. This place is everything I love about Texas cooking -- bold flavor, cozy atmosphere, and food that tastes like someone's Southern grandma and a top chef teamed up in the best way possible. From the moment I walked in, the smell of smoke, butter, and fresh herbs hit me in the face (in the best way). The staff was so friendly and welcoming -- the kind of service where you can tell they love what they do and genuinely want you to enjoy your meal. read more

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Upon walking in the hostess was on her phone but she did greet us right away. We told her we had a reservation and she checked us in. The restaurant itself is definitely a gentrification. It's one of the original homes in Cibolo turned into a quaint restaurant. The atmosphere was definitely a little louder than you would think for the "upscale" they are attempting to be. The price of the food was definitely on level of a steakhouse like JPrime or Flemings. To start we ordered the fresh baked mozzarella which was ok. It tasted like HEB pasta sauce with added crushed tomatoes and pearl mozzarella which were all clumped so it made scooping with the garlic toast difficult. The garlic ciabatta bread was on point though. I ordered a blueberry mule which surprised us because they don't use muddled blueberries but a blueberry flavored vodka so don't be surprised when it comes out not blue or pinkish but it looks like a margarita. It's good...so don't be fooled. While we waited for the main course we got a little cold. Unfortunately we were actively going thru a "northern spring" event so the awesomeness of the ac with the cold outside was not doing ok for us. The windows aren't double panes and you can feel the draft thru the walls and window so it was quite nippy in our area. The table next to us got seated twice and both times they moved the people because of the draft. For the main course I got the lemon basil shrimp risotto which was good. It came out with a sauce on the side but it didn't need it. It was full of flavor without it and surprisingly there was shrimp within the risotto and not just the three sitting on top. My husband got the chicken Florentine which he wasn't a fan of. He said the chicken was seasoned well but the pasta didn't hold the sauce and he said it didn't taste like they salted the water for it. He did not take his food to go that he couldn't finish but I did. Lastly, for dessert we got the bread pudding. It was the star and decadent. Overall minus the annoying fly that was flying around it was an ok place. Definitely a go to for dessert. read more

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The best quality and delicious dinner you can have in the Cibolo-Schertz area and maybe in Texas. It is that good! The place is cozy and romantic, the food delicious and the service is wonderful. read more

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Food was amazing, we had though sourdough service (all three option) , bacon wrapped scallops were perfection, and the braised beef risotto, staff was friendly, and the ambience was great , music was good although maybe not fitting for a " down home" feel but still not a complaining read more

Dinner at Kindling was a wonderful culinary experience- simultaneously "upscale" with the menu offerings and "down home" with the ambiance. The restaurant is situated in downtown Cibolo on Main Street in a repurposed historical home. It is filled with antique (or antique-adjacent) furnishings and decor. Soft AOR music was playing at a level that was perfect as to not impact discussions, but loud enough to enjoy. We began our meal with drinks and a Sourdough Service. More on the drinks at the end of this review. The dish came with several slices of a delicious Sourdough bread and was served with an Umami and herb butter which also came with a choice of pastrami, whey cheese, or seasonal jam (raspberry). We opted for all three for an up charge which allowed us to mix and match a variety of flavors by putting different combinations of the above onto to the sourdough. The one suggestion I would make is that if guests opt for the up-sale to get all 3 of the add-ons that another slice or two of sourdough is warranted. We wound up leaving more than half of each of those add-on toppings uneaten as we ran out of sourdough. Just a suggestion. For the main course my wife and I both got risotto dishes hers with scallops and mine with shrimp and both were fantastic! We both agreed that the risotto was one of the best we have ever had- it was done perfectly and had a perfect amount of butter, cheese, and spices and the sautéed mushrooms added a nice texture and overall flavor to the dish. Add the protein (shrimp or scallops for us) and a slight dip of the homemade sauce provided on the side and it was a perfect bite every time! Our dinner companions ordered a grilled shrimp and scallops and lobster cake stuffed salmon and they both were very impressed with their dishes as well. For dessert my wife and I shared the Bourbon Bread pudding, which was absolutely delicious and came served warm and was perfectly dense and moist as one expects bread pudding to be. The chocolate sauce and crunchy, chopped nuts on top finished off the bite nicely. Our companions got the salted caramel chocolate cake. We were offered ice cream on the side for each dessert but we declined. However we all agreed that it would have been a perfect complement to either dish. Finally, the one thing that could have been better would have been consistency from the bar. Having said that, it obviously wasn't bad enough to not give 5-stars. The issue was that we ordered 3 rounds of Old-fashions over the course the f the meal and each round had very distinctive differences in taste- not sure if it was different bartenders making each round, or different liquors used, but there was a recognizable difference in flavor profiles for each round. All-in-all my wife and I had a fantastic evening dinner with friends and I imagine we will be back to enjoy some of the other interesting dishes on the menu. read more

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My wife and I love this place. Great atmosphere in downtown Cibolo. The food was amazing! We highly recommend it.

This is a hidden gem with comfort food to the max! You must order the salted caramel chocolate cake; it's incredibly moist, perfect mix of chocolate & caramel and keeps well in the fridge. read more

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The food is amazing each and every time we go. The entire staff brings it. The head chef Efren Sandoval always has a fantastic menu read more

Kindling Texas Kitchen - American Near Me - Cibolo, Texas

Enjoyed this restaurant with a group of girlfriends. Service was great so was the food. Comfortable down home feel. Honorable mention have to go to the Tomato Mozzarella with toast and the most delicious chocolate cake I have ever had, No Lie! read more

I came to try their Bacon Cheeseburger because I thoroughly enjoy a good burger but haven't found one yet. This is the best seasoned burger I've ever had at a restaurant. The bartender Jen was very nice despite just finishing up a rush at the bar. Very laid back, homey feeling place. I'll be back. read more

A Must-Visit Local Gem! If you're in the Cibolo area and looking for a top-notch dining experience, Kindling Texas Kitchen is an absolute must. My husband and I wanted to support a local spot instead of a chain, and we were beyond impressed. Be sure to make reservations--this cozy and charming restaurant is clearly a favorite among locals, and for good reason! From the moment we walked in, we were greeted warmly and seated right away. We started with the Rockefeller Oysters, served with garlic bread, and they were incredible--rich, flavorful, and the perfect kickoff to our meal. For our entrees, my husband had the Mixed Seafood Linguine paired with a refreshing Blueberry Mule, and I chose the Shrimp and Scallops with mashed potatoes and grilled mixed veggies. We also shared a side of cornbread with honey butter--a sweet and savory treat we couldn't resist. Let me just say, they do not hold back on quality or quantity. The shrimp were massive, the scallops were buttery soft, and everything was cooked and seasoned to perfection. The portions were so generous, we had plenty left over to enjoy the next day. We finished off with desserts to-go: the Salted Caramel Chocolate Cake and Bread Pudding. Both were rich, indulgent, and the perfect sweet ending to a fantastic meal. Shoutout to our server, Haley, who was attentive, friendly, and made our evening even more enjoyable. This is definitely going to be one of our new go-to spots. If you're looking for delicious food, warm service, and a great local atmosphere--Kindling Texas Kitchen delivers. read more

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Amazing, fresh, from scratch menu. Better every time.... My wife and I's "go to" spot. If you haven't been, we'll worth it

Quaint refurbished house with lots of charm and warm elegance. The service was friendly and welcoming. We ordered off the restaurant week menu (Culinaria). We started off with scallop cakes and an arugula salad. The arugula salad was fresh and delicious. The strawberries tasted like candy, the scallop cakes lacked bacon, but they were tasty. Next, we ordered the Mediterranean cod with sautéed vegetables and the New York strip steak with roasted vegetables.. both were delicious beyond words. For dessert, we had the Panna cotta and the black cherry cheesecake. The Panna cotta needed flavor. It was like eating yogurt however, the black cherry cheesecake didn't disappoint. It was creamy with a chocolate crust. Each dish had a cocktail pairing, the best being the Manhattan at the end of the meal. I will definitely be visiting again. read more

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Everything was just right. The service was appropriate. Not to little and not to much. The Food Scallop Risotto and Lobster Risotto Tasted amazing. The quantity was more than enough and ambiance was great. As it is a converted house I understand if someone wants more privacy however we had a great conversation at our table and didn't feel crowded at all. read more

#1 when I expressed issue with my meal, the "chef", argued with me as to how they've cooked "for 6 years" vs how their menu reads. Such occurring after the events of #2 (see below) is unprofessional. #2 they smoked us out of the restaurant. While they can't control their vent a hood going out, they can service it well and still execute wood fire grilled entrees. Plus, there could have been plans in place that alleviate the horrid amount of smoke encountered. #3 the owner showing up well after the issue was reported to her by our waitress and I'm told the bartender could have aided in alleviating the issue overall. To add, as we were dining in the dining room next to the kitchen (before moving to a different dinging area), I overheard her mention she was not from TX nor did she ever plan to ever claim to be from TX. As a native, Texan, I found this offensive, especially considering the tag line in the kitchen's claim to fame... "Kindling Texas Kitchen". If the understanding is that this constitutes the wood they "cook with", well, there's more to Texas than that and the inability to see nor respect such is absurd. On the other hand, the waitresses, support front staff, and bar was great. Kudos to their efforts to making the experience better but FAR from a holistic enjoyable experience. read more

AMAZING!!! The lobster mac n cheese is soo good!! I highly recommend. Food is fresh and service is amazing

Great food. Great service. It's hard to believe such an amazing restaurant and chef are tucked away in Cibolo.

So let's start with the ambience! This cute place has a nice outdoor patio and beautiful restored old craftsman home! It had the cutest little bar nook area that faces the street, and it's good sized yet cozy spot if you're looking for something with a homey comfy vibe. The staff was welcoming, friendly, & attentive! They were really knowledgeable about the menu. Everything thing was DELICIOUS! I got a wedge salad and the balsamic braised short rib ! I also got an Aperol spritz & one of the best French 75's I've had in a while! read more

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My second time eating here. My company had a dinner with about 20ish people. They handled our group well. Appetizers came out quickly. All of them were tasty that I got to try. Our meals were timed well and still the proper temperature. The scallops were prepared perfectly. Everyone was talking about how good it was the next morning and how much they enjoyed it. read more

Fell in love with this place. Historic home, warm staff, amazing food. We will be back in a few weeks to try more menu items. Reservations are a must as we saw people getting turned away unfortunately. read more

Kindling Texas Kitchen - Braised Beef - American Near Me - Cibolo, Texas

A great experience in Cibolo. We had this place on our list for a while, but it's quite a drive. The Culinaria Week menu tipped the scale and we had to give it a try. They did a great job converting an old home with a grand porch into a restaurant. I really like restaurants like this that have a lot of separate rooms instead of one big, loud, dining room. So much character to pair with great food. Haley took great care of us on this visit. Get a reservation because they are small and busy with all this great food. I tried my wife's Crab Bisque and it was very flavorful. But the star was the cheesy bread. For my starter I had the Hearts of Romaine Salad. Those watermelon radishes were beautiful and the dressing spot on. My entree was something not on the regular menu and was a bountiful surprise. It was the biggest grilled New York Strip Steak I have ever had. About 13 ounces. The seasoning was so good I did not need the Mushroom Demi Glaze. Though it was excellent on the au gratin potatoes. Broccolini is not my favorite, but this rendition with garlic and a little butter was very tasty. For dessert I chose the German chocolate cheesecake. I was so full I had to take it to go so no great photo to share. It had a chocolate graham cracker crust and the cheesecake was rich, creamy and chocolatey. Many chefs skimp on the Culinaria Restaurant Week menu. Not at Kindling. The portions are as large as the flavor. read more

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Great steaks and sides. Service was exceptional and the ambiance was very nice. Kind of pricey, but you get what you pay for right?

My girlfriend and I had dinner here on date night. The cocktails we had were top notch, as was the service we received. We split a wedge salad which was made with fresh ingredients and a very tasty home made ranch dressing. For the main course I had the pork chop which was so good I finished it all. My girlfriend had the filet mignon which she enjoyed. High recommended! read more

Enjoyed the food so much. Service tends to be slow and chaotic but the food and drinks make up for it.

Came across this restaurant on a whim and managed to snag a Friday night reservation - and I'm so glad we went! Absolutely incredible gem in Cibolo, nestled in "downtown" Cibolo next to a winery and along a street with an ice cream parlor, pizza shop, and other places. The food was incredible, the ambiance of the restaurant was very modern Texan hill country, and the service was great. I already told my husband and my parents I'd like to bring them back here! OVERVIEW: An easy 5/5. Awesome menu variety, food holds its value for the price, and everything was delicious. I'd like to try more menu items! QUICK FACTS: - Parking? Yes, there are 2 (very small) gravel lots on either side of the restaurant (it's like a house), but there's also a larger, full size lot a couple blocks down. - Reservations? Yes, available via Resy online or by calling. Recommended for Fridays and weekends. FOOD RATINGS: - Cornbread (5/5): Everyone says to get the cornbread and it did not disappoint. Skillet cornbread with crispy edges and the most delightful sweet cream butter! - Oysters (5/5): Fresh and delicious. Not the biggest oysters around but they do the job! - Crab, spinach, artichoke dip (5/5): This was probably everyone's most favorite app. The dip itself is just perfection, but the homemade kettle chips with it? Game changer. SO GOOD! - Braised beef risotto (4/5): A classic, delicious dish. The meat was tender and the mushrooms were tasty. The risotto could have used a bit more flavor but no complaints. - Crab stuffed salmon (5/5): A generous portion of fish and crab. So good! Perfectly cooked and the rice and veggies were a great side. - Grilled seafood platter (4/5): Two types of fish (a white and salmon) and a skewer of plump grilled shrimp. Tasty and as expected! read more

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We love this place. We started off with cocktails. My husband had the margarita and I had the Cherry Limeade. The margarita was fresh, tasty and potent. My cherry limeade was not very potent, but still tasty. For appetizers we had the wedge salad and the baked mozzarella. The baked mozzarella came out with a plate of toasted garlic bread so you could spread the hot, melty mozzarella and bubbly marinara on the toast. The sauce was delicious, and who doesn't love melted cheese! This was the highlight of the meal for me. The wedge was generous on blue cheese crumbles and crispy bacon, but the iceberg lettuce was more yellow than green - so rather bitter. For my main, I had the balsamic short ribs. The meat was fork tender and flavorful. It came with roasted vegetables that included fingerling potatoes and also mashed potatoes- so a double-dose of spuds. (Nothing wrong with that!). The mushroom glaze was great on the mash. My husband had the shrimp & scallops, and enjoyed them. read more

7/26/24 Party of 4 845pm reservation We met my bil & sil here for dinner after arriving from Las Vegas. The decor is very homey, they have beautiful wooden tables and chairs. We started with drinks: Lemon drop: 10/10 made perfectly with Tito's vodka. Margarita: 10/10 my SIL loved it. Paloma: 8/10 made with grapefruit. Bitter and somewhat flavorless but refreshing if that makes sense Ribeye: 100/10 cooked medium, juicy, served with veggies and potatoes. King salmon with a crab cake: 10/10 crab cake was a bit salty but the salmon helped even out the flavors. Highly recommend this restaurant. read more

Kindling Texas Kitchen - Outside seating - American Near Me - Cibolo, Texas

First timer and everything was fantastic. Decided to try it due to Culinaria week and it did not disappoint. Had the salmon cake with their MAGIC sauce, shrimp etoufee and blackberry cheesecake. We will definitely be back their regular menu looks fantastic. Kate was our waitress and she deserves a pay raise. read more

Had braised pork --- awesome. Chocolate cake for dessert. Ice cubes in old fashioned were a little cloudy - otherwise a great meal! read more

Kindling Texas Kitchen - Chocolate caramel cake. Mmmmmm - American Near Me - Cibolo, Texas

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Tonight marked our third visit to Kindling Texas Kitchen and I can say we've never been disappointed! The food is consistently wonderful, hot and seasoned perfectly!! Tonight we split the bacon wrapped scallop appetizer and still can't figure out how they get the bacon so crispy without overcooking the scallops (they must cook separately and plate together) . . . I had the double cut pork chop with Cabernet blueberry sauce and my husband had the scallop risotto. We ordered a piece of the salted caramel chocolate cake for later. Every time we've recommended it to others, their reviews have been equally favorable. This is our "go to favorite" restaurant!! read more

Wow! Just wow! Perfect ambience, perfect service, perfect food! I have been patiently waiting to come here and finally got to last night and I wish I could dine here at least once a week! I had the ribeye and my dining companions had meatloaf and the mixed seafood grill. Everything was delicious, we had 4 or 5 appetizers, every one was great but the oysters Rockefeller were my favorite. I took bread pudding to go because I was so full and it was awesome. read more

Oh my gosh. Best meal I've had in so long! I got the lobster risotto, and every single bite was so flavorful. I highly recommend trying this place out. read more

Kindling Texas Kitchen - Lobster Risotto - American Near Me - Cibolo, Texas