We had a large party out to celebrate a birthday and the service here was great. The waiter was…read moremanaging quite a few tables but made sure to check in where they could. And if they were a bit busy, another staff member helped out. The food options were plenty and delicious. We got everything from a sandwich to entrees at the table. The portions are massive so it's possible to share or take home leftovers. I hope to come back soon!

Hungarian Cabbage rolls were delicious and Turkey with potatoes were both delicious. Our waiter was…read moreawesome and attentive. The restaurant itself reminds me of New York!

What a pleasant roadside surprise we experienced at Route 35 Diner…read more On the way to a South Texas Ranch, a group of 7 of us met here to have lunch one Saturday morning. It's very easy to miss while traveling down IH-35 S, because by the time you see the sign "diner", you have passed it by. Although all 7 of us have been right by this place many times over the years, this was a first time experience for the group. In fact, we all failed to realize the diner was even here, as it is also overshadowed by the adjacent service station. The consensus was this was quite the unexpected surprise and each person gave a huge thumbs up for their own meal choice. Personally, I went with the poblano chicken and it was the best I've ever had, which is saying a lot. I believe I ordered this same dish dozens of times in a 60 mile radius and what set it apart was the tasty creamy sauce on top of a very flavorful chicken. The chicken was prepared differently and not the usual stringy stands of breast meat used in other local taquerias. The other dishes from the group were street tacos, shrimp quesadillas, fajitas and even a few with breakfast entrees. We all agreed this place is now on our radar and we are all coming back. A few of the waitstaff did not speak English, which was OK, because a few in our group grew up in Mexico, so the transition was easy. It also gave that authentic feeling that we are in the right place. But please don't let the language gap discourage you because the other helpers spoke English well enough for even the gringos in our group got what they wanted. So owners of this restaurant keep doing what you are doing and if you want to be busting from the seams with business, stick a huge sign in a strategic place and be prepared for more great reviews.

I went with 3 other people ... service was questionable considering we were the only folks in…read morethere.. food was average I ordered a breakfast item and it was ok and SCREAMING hit the others ordered lunch items and all gave a fail

We popped into The Hut this morning for breakfast. It's a cute little diner with counter seating…read moreand tables inside, plus a small patio with some outdoor seating. Service was super friendly and fast. Our server took our drink order, brought out the coffee and water and took our food order. The food was out in under ten minutes. Everything was delicious. The English Muffin was nicely toasted and the eggs were soft and fluffy. The hash rowns were will seasoned and toasted nicely. The pancakes were so tasty and moist. Everything was great, especially the service. I'm looking forward to it next visit!

As always, breakfast was amazing. Seated quickly because we were there before 9AM. It gets very…read morebusy with limited tables and counter top space. Family owned and operated .. the service and the food were so good. French toast ... lightly coated, served with eggs, hashbrowns and bacon. Chicken and waffles ... super large chicken breast, deep fried. The Hut omelet ... three meat, cheese and veggies. Super big plate. My love of the day is the hasbrowns...crispy outside, soft insides. Perfectly cooked and seasoned. PS. Watch were you park or you will get towed.

Friendly service , accommodated my dog with patio seating. Food was fresh and delicious. Portion…read moresizes are perfect. Ambiance so relaxing sitting right on Main Street Utopia, TX. Will definitely stop by again next time I'm passing through.

Ten of us came here for breakfast at 8:30 Sunday morning. They were very accommodating and we all…read moresat together comfortably in the back. The ceilings are lined with beautiful sheets of live edge cedar that reminded us of bacon :-) There is a taxidermy elk on the wall. It has a cozy vibe. There were a lot of people there. It's obviously a popular place. And we could see why. The menu was simple but had nice breakfast options, including a number is breakfast taco options, and a very nice western omelet. They also had biscuits and sausage gravy, pancakes, and a few other options. They are fully staffed and the kitchen kicked out dishes with great speed. We were well taken care of. I'm glad we came. The local park (Utopia Park) was closeby so we went there afterward. It's on the river by the overflow dam and it's an impressive park for a town this side, adjacent to a rodeo arena and a baseball diamond.

Driving north on I-35 and luckily found this spot! Had an amazing and delicious dinner with…read morefantastic service! We were too hungry to take any pictures! Sorry about that! Started with the spinach artichoke dip - creamy, cheesy, and lots of artichokes, spinach, and mushrooms! The chips served with it were fresh, crisp, and had the perfect amount of salt! My husband and I shared our two entrees - the chicken fried pork chop and the pork chop marsala. Both were excellent! The pork was tender and juicy with each dish. And the Marsala sauce was one of the best I've tried! We wish we could have tried more items...but it would be well worth the drive to come back for another visit!

Really frustrating experience tonight…read more We had trouble placing our order online, so we called instead. The phone was answered with "what's up?" Our order was taken at 10:05 PM and we were told it would be ready in about 30 minutes. We arrived around 10:40 PM and the restaurant's open sign was off, chairs were already up, and there were no customers inside, which already seemed odd. When we went in, we were told, "we've been calling you, we were about to eat your food," but we had zero missed calls or voicemails. Then she told us they close at 10 PM. The confusing part is the door, Google, Maps, and online all say Saturday hours are until 11 PM. If they were actually closed, why was our order accepted after 10 PM instead of simply saying they were closed? To top it off, parts of our order were missing as well. Overall, just a very frustrating and unprofessional experience. Clear communication and accurate hours would've avoided this entire situation.

Amazing! Really, just come here! I'm a chef…read more... waffle-Amazing! chicken-Crispy, light, delicious! garlic sauce- Yum! dirty chai latte- So freaking good! Staff is so helpful with recommendations, ambiance is great. Little nooks where you can have some privacy for chats.

First time visit and overall, it was just OK…read more I'm not a fan, but I did try (the smallest) mushroom & I'm still not convinced ‍ but my Fiancée loved them! My Catfish plate was good, but I felt cheated on the collards because it was literally 2 fork-fulls and that was it, which was disappointing because they were good, though a bit spicy & the greens/smoked meat/peppers ratio was imbalanced. I didn't hear any major concerns, so she enjoyed her chicken plate. But, the star of the night for me was definitely the Deviled Eggs. I'd never had them fried...and WOW!-very different, but tasty!!! The yolk was not overly battered & the pork rind on top was a nice touch-however, it could've used some type of sauce on the side to add more flavor to the bite. Though it was a busy Friday dinner rush, our waiter was attentive, which is always nice.

Wonderful food. Great service. Clean & pleasant atmosphere. Friendly staff and other guests.read more

There is so much of Castroville to explore, and every time I visit my family, I always find a cool…read morenew place. Did I know there was a beautiful golf course in Castroville? No. Did I know there was a Castroville-favorite restaurant there as well? Also no. We had to try it. Located inside the Alsatian Golf Club's clubhouse is their 19th-hole restaurant and bar: Julianna's Restaurant. Upon entry, you realize the place has been around for some time. It feels very classic San Antonio, with wooden walls accented by tan and white bricks. The restaurant's aged interior gives it a cozy, lodge-like charm. Though the restaurant was pretty busy on a Saturday night, we were seated instantly at a booth that gave me a perfect view of the Georgia-Alabama game on the bar's TV. After nine or eighteen holes, you never know what you're in the mood for. That's why Julianna's has plenty of options: sandwiches, pizzas, pasta, seafood, steaks, and other meat dishes. Our server came by very quickly and got us our drinks, which for me was a tall Saint Arnold Oktoberfest. I had a tough time deciding between two options: a bone-in pork chop or their creamy Cajun pasta. I opted for the bone-in pork chop with a Caesar salad, bacon green beans, and herb rice. My dad got the creamy Cajun pasta, and my mom got the Southwest chicken. It wasn't long until the Caesar salad came out, with huge croutons and a generous helping of dressing. It was excellent to the point my mom wished she had ordered it over her chicken tortilla soup, which she also enjoyed. If you ever order a meat entrée and they stick a steak knife in it, you're in for an ESPN Instant Classic. The pork chop was huge, topped with a house raspberry chipotle sauce. It was tender and cooked well. I'll admit, trying to find the bone versus the pork was a challenge, but I think that was a me issue. I would order it again. As for the sides, the bacon green beans were sneakily running for Sixth Man of the Year, and the herb rice paired with the pork chop quite well. I would go back. The meal was high quality and felt like a hidden gem even for longtime Castroville residents. What a treat. RIYL: Going to golf courses while being very bad at golf.

kennedy was sweet. food was good and serevers were nice. there was a bit of people but they didnt…read moretake very long to get food out

Great food and great prices!! Service is excellent and the food portions are more than enough!!read more

Just off the highway, where engines roar and impatient horns echo through the air, sits a small…read morediner tucked quietly into the corner like a hidden refuge from the rush of the world. The moment you step inside, the noise outside fades into something warmer -- replaced by the hum of conversation, bursts of laughter, and the comforting rhythm of a place full of life. The room buzzes with stories from long days, friends catching up over coffee, and the familiar clatter of plates and silverware. From the kitchen comes the constant symphony of sizzling grills, clanging pans, and ice tumbling into glasses, all blending together into the kind of atmosphere that feels alive rather than loud. It's the sound of comfort. And then there's the smell -- sweet maple syrup drifting through the air, butter melting slowly over stacks of golden flapjacks, fresh coffee brewing somewhere nearby. Every detail makes the diner feel less like a restaurant and more like a memory you didn't realize you missed. It's cozy, genuine, and full of warmth -- the kind of place that makes you want to stay a little longer after the meal is over.

I like a medium rare steak, not a rare hamburger steak. Service was subpar as my glass of sweat tea…read moresat empty the majority of my meal. Fortunately had a glass of water to wash down my meal. Waitress never came back to let her know about my hamburger steak. Told the young cashier at checkout about it and got a "sorry about that" out of it. Last time (this time) I ate there was the last. Not a diner I'd recommend. Go elsewhere.

4.5 stars! It was our first time here and it was crazy busy. The food was good and we enjoyed our…read moremeal. The servers were really nice but management was no where to be seen. Servers were having to roll silverware on the go and trying their best. They really needed help so service suffered a bit. Not the servers fault

You can never go wrong with Black Bear Diner for breakfast (I have not been there for lunch or…read moredinner yet). Their pancakes are fluffy and delicious, their eggs are eggs lol and if you choose a meat side I highly recommend the homemade Italian sausage (mild or spicy). The service is always great and the atmosphere is fun!! If you are in the area check them out!! There is also a location on Ackerman rd in San Antonio if you live in that area which is just as good!!