If your backyard isn't big enough for your friends, family, and kiddos, just head over to Willie's…read moreJoint. There's an easy-going vibe here like you're just hanging out while enjoying food, cold beer, and company. We tried the taco truck and found it to be above average. The beers were icy cold, and the shade of the trees was welcome on yet another hot evening in Texas. There was live music and plenty of seating. I would recommend you give it a try if you're in the area! Cheers!

We came again to Willie's since it's close to our home and we had a heavy day. The weather was…read moregreat, they were setting up a stage for karaoke, I wish we could have stayed because it seems fun and I love karaoke The service this time wasn't as usual, nothing rude or bad drinks, the bartender this time wasn't an older gentleman that wasn't as friendly as the other bartenders we had in the past. We all go through ups and downs so we wouldn't blame him over anything. We will still go back because we like the ambiance and the drinks...cheers!

Tarbox & Brown at Kissing Tree is one of the true standouts in San Marcos. Although Kissing Tree…read moreis a 55+ community, the restaurant itself is open to all -- and thank goodness, because the food and service are simply too good to keep behind any gate. The kitchen consistently turns out high‑quality dishes made with fresh ingredients, and you can taste the care in every bite. The chef has clearly built a knowledgeable, confident staff who deliver a smooth, top‑tier dining experience from start to finish. I've eaten here many times, and nothing anywhere has matched their "Par 3" plate -- chicken salad, tuna salad, and egg salad served on crisp lettuce. Simple, fresh, and absolutely unmatched. The staff is always pleasant, attentive, and genuinely enthusiastic about the menu. They're not afraid to tell you what they personally enjoy, which makes the whole experience feel warm and authentic. San Marcos is incredibly fortunate to have Tarbox & Brown. In the two years I've been a regular, they've only continued to raise the bar -- and that says everything.

Came here for lunch on the weekend & it was the perfect place to sit out on the covered patio! You…read moreorder at the counter & then the food is dropped off to you, which is nice. Everything came out timely & the portion sizes were good. I got the French dip grilled cheese which was ok however I wish there was more cheese in it. Besides that everything was great, would recommend!

Love the vibe here, especially if you can catch a night when the DJ is here. Servers are prompt and…read morecourteous. I've been here twice in the past week so I guess you could say I like it here. For drinks, Mexican martinis and margaritas are perfect, not too strong and not too sweet. For food, I wasn't crazy for the birria tacos and wouldn't get them again, but everyone else in my group had delicious plates which is why I gave it another chance. Second time around I got the al pastor mini tacos. These by far are the best al pastor tacos I've had! So juicy and flavorful. Can't wait to come back and try something new.

Went back with our aunt who was in from AZ. She ordered mini tacos which came with beans. The…read morewaitress asked if she wanted beans, she said yes and brought out the charro beans. Well my aunt (who is almost 70) didn't see on the menu it said charro beans was an up charge, refried beans came free. So when she got her bill she was surprised to see she was charged extra for the beans. Mind you the refried beans DID come with her tacos. Why did the waitress not ask "do you want the refried that comes with it or charro for an up charge?" Instead, the waitress automatically gave her charro beans. You don't automatically give someone the upgraded version to their meal and especially not without asking which kind of beans does she want. I'm writing this update bc in my last review the waitress did the same thing by up charging my husband's meal when he didn't ask to. BEWARE here! The food is pretty decent, nothing crazy but it hits the spot if you need some decent Mexican food. However, go over your bill and clarify everything-twice! Just in case because they will try to make extra money off upgrading you without asking you.

Mama Ninfa Laurenzo. If you don't know who that is let me explain. Her restaurant Ninfa's started…read morethe fajita craze in Houston. Eventually, expanding into basically copy cat restaurants. Lupe Tortilla is one of those restaurants. I'm not saying it's a bad thing as one of my personal favorites (Pappacito's) holds this same designation. Over the years I been to Lupe but haven't been overly impressed. A few happy hours; some lunches. It's pricey Tex-Mex. Lupe opened a new outlet recently in Kyle and instead of waiting for tires in a lobby we ride shared just down the road for lunch. New digs are nice; competition in this area will be stiff. It already killed off Austin fave Z' Tejas. I've never gotten the complimentary beans served with the chips and salsa. I personally don't need any more beans than what's served with my entree. Wife liked it though; she's a bean whore. Bloody Mary ordered; it's like an appetizer! Her taco salad was artfully presented. I'd still want the traditional fried tortilla bowl. I opted for the beef fajita and shrimp fajitas. This is where my favorite mentioned about easily stands above Lupe Tortilla. Well done meat versus beautiful medium rare goodness. Beef fajita meat doesn't have to be well done y'all. I literally could tag nearly every Tex-Mex restaurant in Texas at this point. Back to the dish this time concentrating on the seafood aspect. The shrimp were nicely cooked but red pepper butter? Fave copycat restaurant serves their shrimp with the most amazing frothy garlic butter. Diablo and the bacon wrapped version. Lupe isn't bad but there are better options. For this visit, including my dessert of a tequila shot. May not be my favorite but it was upscale fare.

From Chicago, in Austin for the week. First night we stopped by Lupe, based on a recommendation…read more -The place was packed on a Friday night. Service was good and very friendly. Very pleasant ambiance. -They brought out chips and salsa. The chips looked and tasted like they just came out of a bag : ) -We ordered fajitas to share. Overall, pretty bland. Not a ton of taste. I did enjoy the green pepper! -If this is what they call "Tex-mex," I'm not really impressed. I cannot recommend.

We came to Crawfish ATX for dinner and were seated immediately. We ordered a 3-lb bag of crawfish…read moreand shrimp, which came with mushrooms, a potato, a corn, and a few bits of sausage. We added two eggs and an extra corn, but the sides and sausage felt pretty light for the size of the order. The seasoning was decent, though I've had better elsewhere. I also ordered a Hurricane, but it looked and tasted closer to a tequila sunrise. The atmosphere is casual, and the customer service was genuinely good. Overall, a fine spot for a seafood boil if you're in the area.

I don't usually leave reviews, but this experience was frustrating enough that I feel like I…read moreshould. We had to wait about 45 minutes to be seated, which we were fine with at first because we expected the food to be worth it. Unfortunately, it wasn't. Once we ordered, it took another 30 minutes for our food to come out -- and when it finally did, it was cold. There were multiple issues with the food itself. The shrimp were mushy and not properly cleaned, which was really off-putting. The king crab was very small for what you'd expect, and the eggs were undercooked. We ordered two potatoes and were served what looked like two halves instead of full portions. They also forgot to bring our rice altogether, and part of our order was incorrect. We also ordered eggrolls, and they honestly didn't taste like they had any meat in them at all -- mostly just filler. That was disappointing. The drinks were another letdown. I ordered a martini and it came out in a tall glass filled with ice, which is not how a martini is typically served. Another drink we ordered specifically because it included coconut cream came out without it. We mentioned it, but the drinks were never properly fixed. We only ordered that cocktail because of the coconut cream, so that was frustrating. The drinks also tasted watered down. Overall, between the long wait, cold food, missing items, and drinks that weren't made correctly, the experience just didn't match the price or expectations. I understand that restaurants can get busy, but the lack of attention to detail across so many parts of the meal made it hard to enjoy. I hope they work on consistency because the concept has potential, but this visit was disappointing.

I am a regular here and recently discovered their lunch special. I always leave here with leftovers…read moreas their portions are very generous. The food is flavorful and perfectly presented. The staff is always very kind and helpful. Highly recommend this place

Was in town today and decided to come back. Had the chicken stir fry, spice level 1. Very good…read moretaste, temp, and presentation. A lot of food.. had to leave some.

Trying to decide if this was just at or under A-ok; food was good…read more About 8pm on a Monday I really wanted a burger with a fried egg on top. Didn't have patience for Crafthouse's service pace or downtown parking. Chef here's been flexible and fun, and I knew there was a spacious lot and likely a quiet atmosphere. When I arrived, the bar seating was nearly full plus a table of perhaps five. Country music played, I took a booth in the back. My favorite steak is gone from their re-done menu, and it was too busy for Chef to pop out and chat, if he still works here. They were out of real eggs, so I got a cheeseburger and a side of broccoli. When the waitress asked if I wanted bacon since I couldn't have the egg, I said sure. My Lynchburg lemonade was heavy on the lemon but good with the liquor, and that burger was undisputedly enormous. The broccoli was in good condition and generous. A request for soda was forgotten but rectified. Different employee brought the bill, which (1) did not reflect my 10% discount for check-in (I'd showed my waitress; she hit the button on my phone to accept it) and (2) while the menu says add bacon for $.50, I was charged $2.50. It was a big meal and I thought they might be a little shorthanded, so I didn't feel it worth the fuss. Just saying you should check your tab. Cheeseburger (add bacon) with side of broccoli, one Coke and an alcoholic drink for $26 before tip.

Many options for breakfast, they continue to restock so don't worry about it running out!read more

From Chicago, recently moved to Kyle. Stopped by Astra for dinner tonight. Here are my thoughts:…read more -The service for a casual restaurant was 5-star! Our waitress was friendly, knew her stuff, super helpful, especially for our first time. -We ordered the turkey raclette sandwich, and it was a gem! The kind of sammy where everything works together, delicious! -We ordered the pepperoni basil and the merguez goat pizzas. -The merguez was very spicy. (Pro tip: We asked for a side of ranch--much better!) -The pepperoni was peppery. I enjoyed the greasyness (is that a word?) of it. -The highlight was the sourdough crust. It's cooked in a brick oven (see pics). Nice char on bottom : ) -A note about ambiance--very pleasant! Fun to hear the "Toot! Toot!" of the train, as it went by. We sat outside on the patio, bugs were pesky, but I really enjoyed the 80's music in the background : ) -Everything is locally sourced. Highly recommended.

Love to support new places, but I did not have a good experience at Astra. Ambiance is great. It…read morelooks cozy and modern. I really like the outdoor sitting around the tree. I like the concept. Service was good expect the food itself. We ordered the goat chest pizza and red fish. Fish was a complete disaster. For $22 small piece of fish with no sides. I thought it was a joke, but it wasn't Pizza could be better if it was cooked right. I could still taste the uncooked dough. If you have alot of money and you want to spend. This is a good place. Unfortunately it is a pass for me.