We enjoyed Old City Hall's food. The portions were decent, although not enough to share between two diners. I had a beer on tap, and it was cold, and satisfying. Service was exceptional. Prices seemed high, $75. With tip...no appetizers, and a shared entree. read more

Old City Hall - American Near Me - New Braunfels, Texas

What an amazing find in New Braunfels. The classy look, feel, service of a 5 star restaurant with the warmth and home town friendliness of a stand alone establishment. I enjoyed every minute of my date night here a week ago, so much that I came back tonight and got a drink and some ice cream to go. The only thing I didn't like was the sauce on my steak frites and I would of liked maybe a house made hollandaise sauce to go with the fries instead of plain mayo and catchup but other than that, this place is really good. You have to check them out!!!! read more

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My wife tried to make Mother's Day reservations here a month in advance, but couldn't get us in. We opted to go on the Saturday before instead. There were five of us including my infant grandson. We were led to a very nice table in a very nice room to the left of the entry. This was our first time here, so we were a little generous with our order. For apps, we had pigs in a blanket, pork belly, and focaccia. All of them were very good. We were hoping the baby would enjoy the pigs in a blanket for his meal. He didn't like them. I thought they were good, but the shining star (actually of the whole meal) was the pork belly. Everyone liked it, even my unusually picky wife. My son and his wife had burgers, which they really enjoyed. My wife had the steak frites. She loved the steak, but is not a fan of ridiculously skinny fries. I had short ribs. They were amazing. I really liked the way the smokiness was so well done. For a side, I had scalloped potatoes. For me, that was the only failure of the day. They looked delicious, but the potatoes were still a little too firm for my tastes, and the flavor was lacking. In their defence, the scalloped potatoes my mom made probably ruined me for any others. For dessert, we all split the chocolate cake and tira misu. I thought they were really good, but my wife didn't think the actual cake was a little dry. My taste was not. Besides, the icing was so so good, it really didn't matter to me. The cocktails here are wonderful. I wasn't driving, so I actually had three of them. They were the Beretta, the Yuzu Whiskey Sour, and another one that was a coffee flavored dessert cocktail. The dessert one was the best of the bunch. The service here is very good. They had a team of servers assisting our main server. They kept coming and swopping out our wet cocktails napkins. Mine weren't even wet. They also kept bringing my wife another glass of tea. She was a little miffed when they took her half full perfectly sweetened glass every time. This is definitely a place we would go to for special event dinners. It is a bit pricey for every day. read more

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Visited Old City Hall, during a busy Saturday afternoon, for a birthday celebration. Parking was a real challenge, as the main street and surrounding roads were closed for a downtown concert and farmers market. Turning a former City Hall building into a restaurant is a nice way to keep the downtown charm of years past while adding a cool place to enjoy. Overall, it has a great vibe and atmosphere for a special occasion, or a date night with your plus 2. We started with two nice choices for appetizers, the pork belly and the focaccia. My favorite part was dipping the focaccia & bread into the pork belly sauce and then chasing it with the pork. The chicken schnitzel as a main entree was good enough to enjoy when accompanied by the mustard sauce otherwise, it was a little plain. Service was friendly, on point, and did not skip a single opportunity to fill our drinks. No celebration is complete without dessert and the Carmel pretzel sundae was not only creamy and delicious, but undoubtedly the hero of the day. It reminded me of my childhood, chasing down the ice cream truck to buy a chocolate dipped bar, sprinkled with nuts and served on a popsicle stick. read more

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Definitely recommend for drinks and a light dessert Great ambiance Excellent service Well priced Very enjoyable experience read more

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Wow, I was blown away!! Came in on a Friday night and was lucky to get it. Had a short wait, but was able to order drinks at the bar while we waited for our table. The place is super fun and sexy. I particularly enjoyed the photos of all the "mayors" portrayed in films throughout the years. The food was amazing, with massive portions. I absolutely will come back. We had the bread service, which I highly recommend. The peppered stake and pasta was also delicious. read more

Old City Hall - American Near Me - New Braunfels, Texas

What a fun and delicious experience! Highly recommend Old City Hall. The service is top notch. The restaurant is very classy and high end. The food.....absolutely outstanding. One thing to take into account...it's a very busy place and I highly recommend getting reservations!! read more

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We came for lunch in a glumly day.Check in was filled with questions. But just about all the dishes impressed us. The artichokes were different. Out of the two more salad dishes we ordered the chicken and schnitzel was a favorite. I would have loved to try one of the two sundaes for dessert. The menu has a little of everything. Casual and upscale. There were a few things I'd like to come back for. Especially their happy hour for martinis and pigs in a blanket! I will say the lunch and dinner Menu is basically the same I wish there were more brunch options! But great service and delicious food. I'm glad they were able to repurpose the old city hall. read more

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I was highly impressed with this restaurant!! Especially considering that it's new! I walked in without a reservation intending to sit at the bar and was able to find one seat immediately! In the future I would definitely recommend making a reservation! The vibes are immaculate and it's upscale without feeling snobby if that makes sense. I ordered the focaccia and it was truly amazing!!! Afterwards I ordered the steak frites and they were impeccable. PERFECTLY cooked and sliced like butter. A lot of people have been saying they weren't impressed by the sauce but I really really liked it. The fries were also excellent. I wish I had the room for dessert because the sundaes that came out of the kitchen looked incredible. I'm very excited to come back again and try other entrees! Highly recommend read more

Old City Hall - Outside - American Near Me - New Braunfels, Texas

I finally got to try this place! The decor is immaculate as it is with all of their restaurants. It is extremely loud inside, like super! The waitstaff were very good and the drinks were delicious. The menu overall was alright. I was more drawn to then appetizers than anything. Our table shared the Caesar salad which was delicious. I had the steak frites which was cooked to perfection, but there wasn't a lot of meat and there were so many fries. I wish I could've swapped to another side without an upcharge. I was still hungry after my meal, so the portion wasn't that big, considering the price. Our table split the triple chocolate cake which was good, but nothing to write home about. Overall it was good, but I think if I came back it would just be for happy hour at the bar (and the tartars). PS, it's May and all the free parking was completely full, so this summer will be interesting. read more

If you're looking for a beautiful new spot to try in New Braunfels, this place is definitely worth checking out. The interior is gorgeous, the bar alone is stunning and the whole restaurant has a really inviting atmosphere. We started with the lemon drop martini and it was one of the best I've had. It had this amazing lemon-meringue style foam on top that made it feel extra special. The espresso martini was also really smooth and well balanced. For food we ordered the focaccia with whipped ricotta, bolognese, steak frites, and salmon. Everything tasted fresh and was cooked really well. The focaccia and ricotta were such a great starter. We finished with the tiramisu and the miso salted caramel sundae, which were both delicious. Overall, such a great experience, great drinks, great food, and a really beautiful space. I'd definitely come back. read more

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I've been hearing word of mouth reviews from locals who hate it or love it. We came At 4:30 for drinks and apps only but we were so impressed with what we ordered and the service, that we stayed for dinner. Espresso martinis are top tier. On my too 3 for sure in NB. Tuna tartare and the artichokes were very tasty. I ordered the chicken schnitzel which was perfect and I LOVED the Caesar salad that came with it. A few in our party had the Mayor's Burger and they vanished from their plates rather quickly. We were quite impressed with the pasta dish (pesto trumpets I think). So good. Service was amazing!! I cannot remember our server's name!! The restaurant is beautiful!! The floors, tables, lighting and bathrooms were lovely. Can't wait to come back. read more

Visited here for an early birthday celebration. The restaurant is new, and had a lot of excitement around it. The restoration is beautiful. From the moment we arrived, the hostess and staff acknowledged that we were celebrating a birthday, and our server, Ava, did as well. There were also several celebrations happening around us, with desserts coming out with candles, so it definitely felt like a place where special occasions are recognized. The only miss was when our dessert came out without a candle. It may seem small, but when you're paying $$$$$ for a meal those little details stand out, especially for a birthday celebration. We mentioned it to a manager in a black jacket with a ponytail after dinner and he was kind and appreciated the feedback. He explained that the team is young and still a work in progress, and that he would make sure the staff is more mindful moving forward. I appreciated the response, though I do wish there had been a little more acknowledgment of ownership for the missed moment itself. Something as simple as "We'll make it right next time" would have gone a long way. That said, the restaurant has a lot of potential and hope they continue tightening up those small celebration details as they grow. read more

Old City Hall - Birthday ‍ - American Near Me - New Braunfels, Texas

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Great food, great service, great atmosphere. A little more expensive, but worth the visit. Highly recommend to anyone in NB! read more

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This is our new go to in New Braunfels. We love that they take reservations and highly suggest that you plan ahead by making a reservation. You can choose between inside or patio dining. We have enjoyed both. If you choose patio dining, you will be happy to see that they have made every effort to make you comfortable (cover, heaters, fans) year round. The staff has been trained to a level of excellence rarely found. Kudos to management and the staff. We've found the food follows similar level of excellence. Our favorite appetizer is the focaccia and whipped ricotta. The whipped ricotta has honey and chili oil infused with chili flakes. The flavors are a wonderful blend. For entrees I recommend the bolognese, pistachio pesto trumpets or the mayors cheese burger. All were yummy BUT, the bolognese was the best we've ever had. Try it and see for yourself :)) The drinks are exemplary, too. We tried the lemon drop & frozen g&t. read more

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In a city and county where every Johnny Come Lately and carpet bagger seems to come and go on a monthly basis, these guys are here to stay. Spawned of the McAdoo's clan, their arrival has been long anticipated. Flawless table service with superbly executed teamwork by the waitstaff. Braised ribs and Tuna Tartar were quite notable. But the Cole slaw, ah the Cole slaw - a food group all its own. And, the digs turned out very fashionable as well. Nice job. Yup, I'm a fan and I'll be back. Lastly, how they arranged a parking spot right outside the front door for me is over and beyond. But please do it again. read more

We stopped by here on a whim that we may be able to get a table on Thursday night and lucked out getting seated inside right away. The service and the food was all amazing. It was hard to decide what to get from the menu, everything sounded delicious. We will definitely be back. The ONLY complaint is the music is a bit loud for a nice dinner date, at such a nice restaurant I would have expected it to be a tad softer so we weren't feeling like we were having to talk over it all through dinner. read more

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I think Old City Hall is such a welcomed addition to Downtown. My frustration with many New Braunfels restaurants has been that most of the food only holds up if you're consuming a lot of alcohol, and as a sober person, I really want to enjoy food that stands out and shines on its own without it. Old City Hall has nailed that for me. From the focaccia with whipped ricotta and hot honey, to the tuna tartare and grilled artichokes - each dish brought something worth savoring. My husband loved the short ribs, and the steak frites and burger both delivered as well. We equally enjoyed the tableside pour of their "Phony Negroni," which arrived in a beautifully etched rocks glass with a shaved orange peel and custom ice cube - delicious and unlike anything we've had elsewhere. Their sundaes and dark chocolate cake are not to be missed either. The design, decor, and details are not to be overlooked - you really feel like you are somewhere special. The hospitality has matched the food beautifully. We look forward to making more memories at Old City Hall. read more

The atmosphere is absolutely gorgeous, upscale but not too serious. The staff was very attentive and helpful! Our group tried the Mexican martini, espresso martini & cosmo. All were delicious and very cold! For food we tried the focaccia and pigs in a blanket. Great sizes & very shareable. For dinner we had the salmon and it was perfect! This will be our new favorite go to! Also the pistachio ice cream was surprisingly delicious! read more

Old City Hall - Focaccia appetizer and Mexican martini - American Near Me - New Braunfels, Texas

Hubby and I came here night two post opening and although they had a soft launch prior, I was impressed with their entire operation considering it was only day two. I feel like this place is exactly what new Braunfels needed. It is a really nice blend of upscale and warm, but not pretentious. You could easily dress up to come here or wear something a little more casual. The decor is really well done and fits the Old City Hall almost cigar lounge vibe with the green leather seating, warm wood panels and soft lighting. The bar inside has room for around 20 and there are high tables as well. Just outside the bar they have a nice outdoor patio area with a wood burning fireplace and plenty of heaters to enjoy during the cooler months. There were two ladies standing at the entrance to greet us and open the door as we came in. Upon entering you're immediately at the host stand. My one real complaint about this place is that it is very loud in there, just talking to the hostess was tough to hear her. We were seated immediately and greeted by nice young lady who took care of us all evening. Drinks were a Mexican Martini which was very well done and the Yuzu Whiskey Sour which was also excellent! We enjoyed the pigs in a blanket appetizer which came with a Dijon mustard and black garlic ketchup, which was an absolutely perfect pairing. The pastry seemed like some kind of choux and was golden brown and slightly toasted. We ordered the peppercorn filet for dinner which came with onion rings and also ordered the spicy vodka rigatoni. The steak, although a bit undercooked to our liking was incredibly tender and flavorful. The peppercorn was not overdone and the au poivre cream sauce that came with it really added to the dish. We often don't end up using much if any accompanying sauces because they can overwhelm from the dish or ruin it if not done right but this was perfectly complimented and really enhanced the flavors. The onion rings, while good came out cold, the waitress offered to replace them, but we weren't worried about it. We both had one each, weren't going to eat anymore and I believe it's just a timing issue there and I'm sure it will resolve as staff gets more familiar. My Spicy Vodka pasta was well seasoned and perfectly al dente. It says it's a for the table dish though it's pretty small, and if ordering as a "meal" having an accompanying roll or bread would have been nice. For dessert, we ordered the chocolate cake which was a huge slice and very rich. I asked for a small scoop of ice cream on the side just to help cut through some of the richness. We also ordered one of their specialty sundaes that had olive oil and pistachios on it. I was skeptical, but it was pretty good. Overall, I'm really glad this place is here. We really enjoyed our experience and all of the food was delicious. I believe the pricing is on point although on the higher end, I think it reflects the restaurant well. We are looking forward to returning. read more

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I could write a whole review about the ambiance and decor of this restaurant, from the moment I walked up outside the curb appeal and everything about the inside was stunning. Our server was so sweet & attentive + all the support servers she brought over to assist on different things as well. The food was good, but I would not say great? I think that it's a new restaurant with some kinks to work out in that department, but overall enjoyed my time! read more

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Newly opened so it's very busy and reservations required to ensure you get a table (didn't see anybody waiting so not sure if they do walk ins right now). Best part was the food and service. Hard to go wrong with the menu they've created, but it is small. I found the ambient volume to be rather high likely due to having classic rock music and it fit the vibe but made it hard to chat. Process are on the high side but worth it read more

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Great food with right sized portions and yummy drinks especially from the martini section (tried 4). The frozen gin and tonics are delicious and addicting! The beef tartare appetizer was a generous size and quite tasty with just the Rick kick of jalapeno. The pistachio and pesto trumpets was great, I was pleasantly surprised by how good it was, definitely exceeded expectations. The miso Salmon was delicious and the sauce is fantastic. The asparagus was cooked perfectly as well. I love when restaurants have affogato and this was a perfect after dinner treat. The apple strudel was also very tasty and again a generous size. The restaurant is quite noisy and be prepared to talk loud during your visit. The bar and patio area is very spacious and well decorated. Our waitress was great and very attentive she made the first visit a great one! Can't wait to come back and try some more items! read more

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This is a must-try restaurant! The vibes give Polo Lounge with an ode to Texas. The service was wonderful and quick, and everything tasted fresh and was very reasonably priced. We had the Pig in a Blanket for an appetizer, which featured black garlic ketchup and honey Dijon mustard. Then my husband got the beef short ribs with a mustard BBQ sauce that just fell off the bone. I had the peppercorn filet with au poivre sauce and onion rings. I'm typically a ribeye girl, but this steak was so tender I swear I could've almost cut it with a butter knife. We also shared the scalloped potatoes, which were perfectly creamy and delicious. For dessert, we got the miso caramel and pretzel sundae. I was hesitant to order it at first, but oh my -- it was one of the best desserts I've ever had. If you go, you MUST try the house-made ice cream sundaes! read more

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I waited a full year for Old City Hall to open, so I chose it as my birthday dinner spot with high expectations. Walking in, I was immediately impressed, the atmosphere is absolutely beautiful, and the wait staff was impeccable. If I were rating service and ambiance alone, it would be an easy five stars. Unfortunately, that's where the experience peaked. I started with a Texas Linen cocktail, which was good but not memorable. The beef tartare surprised me in a positive way, better than expected, but I was caught off guard by the Saltine crackers served with it. For a restaurant of this caliber, that choice felt out of place and a little low‑end for the presentation. My main dish was a pasta entrée I couldn't pronounce, and it arrived cold. I had ordered a side of chicken and to my disappointment, it tasted like the frozen kind you'd find at a fast‑food chain. My date ordered the Mayor's Burger and both the burger and fries were heavily seasoned. We ended the evening with their in‑house ice cream, which was good, but the dessert menu overall felt uninspired, the same standard options you can find anywhere: cheesecake, chocolate cake, apple dessert. For a restaurant with such a stunning setting, I expected something more creative and memorable. Overall, the experience didn't match the prices. Between the cold entrée, frozen‑tasting chicken, over seasoned dishes and basic dessert options, I left feeling disappointed. Honestly, I probably would've had a better meal at Longhorn Steakhouse. read more

Old City Hall - American Near Me - New Braunfels, Texas

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I cant wait to go back. Service was wonderful. Staff really enjoyed details. The food was delicious. My husband needed an upscale casual date night and this delivered. Ambiance wonderful. Burger was delicious, i ordered the steak rare. This chef understood how to make a rare steak. I would prefer they add a mashed Potatoes with the peppercorn sauce to break up density, but thats okay. Onion rings were good not ball park good but good. We also ordered two appetizers caeser salad and the pork belly. The martini menu was also clever. I had an italian and a Mr Bleu. Both very good although i prefer the Mr Bleu. Dessert was also delicious and the perfect finish to our meal. Booth designs were well placed for a date night. read more

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I absolutely love when people do what they say they are going to do! My husband and I had visited OCH during their grand opening- and I had made a couple of suggestions to management afterward. Upon visiting this evening. We were so thrilled to see that they now have hand stuffed blue cheese olives in the martinis!!!! Tonight's experience was top drawer. Starting with the hostesses- instead of just blowing us off when the bar and dining room were full, they strongly suggested we try the patio. They were right. It wasn't as unbearable as we had imagined, and was made all the better by our server, Kylie. What a gracious and professional individual! I will ask to be in her section every time going forward. She was so attentive to our preferences- and followed through effortlessly. We had wonderful martinis- the Mr Blue and Italiano. Also snacked on focaccia with whipped ricotta and grilled asparagus- both were absolutely delicious!!!! It's a great place- but make a resy so you can experience the gorgeous interior... but if Kylie is only attending the patio, I'll gladly sit outside. read more

Gorgeous moody aesthetic, delicious food & prompt friendly service! Will definitely be back! read more

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The Old City Hall building has been revised into a beautiful upscale restaurant, which is absolutely beautiful. We had made reservations the previous month, and were excited about the good things we heard about this new restaurant and couldn't wait to try it. Upon arriving everyone was super friendly, couldn't ask for better hospitality. We were seated in the middle section, in what felt like a commune table. After a while the sitting arrangement got very annoying when the waitress was taking the other table's order, and her behind was constantly on the verge of rubbing onto our table since the tables are so close together. Why she didn't stand on the other side? Be warned , they have a limited menu, and the pasta dishes are small. ( which we were aware of) . The appetizer we chose was the Focaccia. It tasted like the used long slices of Texas toast not focaccia with a dab of whipped ricotta, a couple of drops of honey and red pepper flakes. Nothing spectacular. We ordered the cacio e pepe and pistachio pesto trumpets, both dishes were okay. Now mind you for the cost, you're only getting a "child" size dish. Nothing else. Their menu is very limited. So if you're vegetarian, there's only one item to choose from unless you order a salad. For dessert, we split the olive oil pistachio sundae Which looked delicious, but ended up just being okay. It had an off taste from the olive oil. Like a good brand oil was not used. So during the meal, we felt rushed. Very rushed. Not from our waitress and the beverage server who were absolutely wonderful. But from these random people walking around picking up plates off your table without asking if we were done. Like trying to take your bread plate when you're still have food on it from the appetizer ( this happened not once, but twice). Same thing happened when we were in the process of eating the dessert with spoons with hand Would I return? If they added a couple more vegetarian options I probably would, but not the pasta read more

Second time eating here and honestly best dirty martini in town! The ambience is also great. Best Caesar salad I've ever had. We had pigs in a blanket and the burger, both amazing. We will definitely make this a regular date night spot! read more

Old City Hall - American Near Me - New Braunfels, Texas

Service with smiles and kindness, great menu. Historically fun ambiance. Good tastes amazing!! Can't wait to go again.

Went with a family of 5 for dinner: The pros: Beautiful atmosphere, Zoe was an exceptional waitress. The drinks and appetizers - tuna tartare, beef tartare & focaccia - drinks expresso martini, blue cheese martini & pino gris. It all changed for us when our meals were served. The cons: Our grandaughter ordered the chicken schnitzel. I have always loved schnitzel which normally is served with a gravy or sauce. Hers was served dry. My daughter and I ordered the spicy rigatoni. Hamburger helper at its best and served cool. Husband and son ordered steak fritz which they both liked but asked for truffle fries which they did not receive. Dessert was chocolate cake which was a little bland and dry. When you are paying fine dining prices, you should receive a fine dining experience. Zoe did offer a replacement for one of the rigatoni meals. Seems the ball was dropped in the kitchen primarily! May give it another try - we shall see! read more

Beautiful new restaurant space. Outstanding food and service! Definitely happy to see this new addition to our home town!! read more

Old City Hall - Peppercorn Filet. - American Near Me - New Braunfels, Texas

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