Sometimes a girl just wants to feel like Dolly Parton and Salvador Dahli's love child. Sometimes a girl just wants to shove a large amount of really good pie in her pie hole. Not because she got dumped recently or anything. But rather because she just really, really loves a good peach pie and Royers delivers. Perhaps, the pie isn't the cheapest but sometimes cheap things like crappy ex's aren't worth it. Shell out the extra bucks, enjoy the scenery and be prepared to loosen a belt buckle or two. Royers is worth a visit. read more

Great atmosphere! If it's your first time you have to try the stuffed quail and giant jalepeno popper. Ordered the burger, wasn't the best ever but the friendly service and excellent cilantro ranch will def bring me back. read more

The food here is some of the best in Round Top. I have been coming to Round Top for the last 22 seasons of antique shows in Round Top selling antique maps, old prints and original art at Blue Hills antique show as well as at Marburger Farms (http://www.antiquemaps...) and have met hundreds of customers that love food at Royers as well. Make a reservation. read more

My wife and I decided to come and eat Saturday evening, as apart of our "Mommy-Daddy" day with no kids. The first impression was by far the best part of our trip, as we were greeted with lots of smiles and great service. The decor inside of the building was as if the staff had splatter-painted the walls with some of their favorite memorabilia. But our happy, excited visit slowly declined after overhearing some NSFW (Not safe for work) language coming from the back of the restaurant. My wife and I were startled by what we had heard, but decided to ignore it and continue on with our meal. After finishing our meal and contemplating dessert, we heard what sounded like pots and pans being thrown, which caught the attention of the entire dining room. There seemed to be lots of confrontation involving the head chef, as lots of explicit words began to echo in the dining room. Simultaneously, the waitstaff seemed to lose the upbeat vibe they had to begin with. We could tell something was wrong and decided to stick around no longer. I give Royers' Cafe two stars because of the waitstaff's teamwork and effort they were putting towards their jobs. We hope to give this place another try, as the food was great (besides my wife's steak being a little over-cooked). As for the kitchen staff, please be aware that the restaurant is very small and your voice will echo inside. We are extremely grateful we didn't have our children with us!! read more

Sat and waited for over an hour on a Thursday for lunch .... must have lost our order as others who arrived later than us got their food pretty promptly....waitress offered us a free piece of pie.....we were walking out when our burgers appeared....waitress comped our meal though read more

Terrible service. I purchased the 3 pie deal, 1 pie sent in 3 consecutive months. The 1st pie received no problem. It was an apple pie, my mother-in-law said it was good. The 2nd pie was to be sent in december 2019. She didn't receive it until Jan. 4, 2019. The pie was no good, tasted rancid she said and she threw it away. Royers said they mailed it on December 31st. So now it's January 23, so far no pie this month and it is like pulling teeth to get anything done. I will never buy Royers again. read more

Year after year, always one of our top 5 places to eat in the entire state of Texas! The food NEVER disappoints, the service is friendly and above board, the atmosphere is perfect for Round Top - funky, homey & FUN! We've pretty much had everything on the menu over the years and everything is highly recommended - seriously. Just be sure and save space for a piece of Bud's divine PIE(s)! We've made friends we've been seated with and never, ever been disappointed with anything. The house that Bud & his family built is worth the wait. Thank you Bud for giving us just the perfect restaurant with the perfect food, atmosphere and service for us to always enjoy our favorite meal in this part of the state!!! read more

Amazing food, unique dining atmosphere, and unbelievably good pie. A must do when in Round Top!

This is the third time we've had food from Royers Round Top Cafe and it is dee-lush!!!!!! Every time had been great. We love the fun ambience and not to mention it is in a beautiful location! read more

If bubba decided to open the Double Eagle Steak House in Dallas this is it. You get the absolute best food money can buy in a dive atmosphere. It is gourmet food without the dinner jacket. It is gourmet food without sleeves! The best food period. read more

Best meal of our whole trip! The food here is a delight, in an area with limited options. The BLT salad was a salad solid enough for even the most dedicated carnivore! My husband enjoyed perfectly cooked/seasoned shrimp and grits. Since we are from Fort Worth, Tx, the prices were comparable to dining out in this area, although they are high by local standards. (About $50 for 2 adults, no drinks.) Pie selection was outta this world, and the cherry didn't disappoint. Be aware, this place is TINY! Like 12 tables kind of tiny, so you may prefer to visit at an off time, or make a reservation. The interior decorating falls a little short compared to the cuisine, but it did not bother me too much. Definitely worth a visit, and probably your best meal in Round Top. read more

Grilled shrimp sammie, chased by a root beer and cherry pie, clicked my heels and glad Kansas blew us to Royers, chairs are meant for 1 butt only so wear your spanx so you can slither into this place, it is tight and cozy, cholesterol never tasted this good. Line out the door on a Saturday afternoon, tells you it is worth the wait. read more

Stuffed quail was good. Filet was good as well. Grits and mashed potatoes were great, as were the yeast rolls. Would pass on the stuffed jalapeños. The mixed berry pie "crack berry" was outstanding, with one of the best crusts I have ever eaten. Definitely would return. read more

I chose this place as a perfect meeting spot for my Brother and I to surprise my Mom on Mother's Day. Him and his wife coming from Austin and then myself and my son and boyfriend coming from Houston. This place was nothing short of amazing! Everything we ate was AWESOME!! We shared fried chicken, creamed corn and mashed potatoes. Then we all shared the pie sampler. I will say the only mistake with this had nothing to do with the restaurant itself. It was our own fault for not ordering TWO of the pie samplers. I would recommend this stop to anyone traveling along the area or just looking for a little weekend road trip. Excellent service and food as well!! read more

Been to Royers many times over the last 15 years. Can't say enough about the quality of food, service of wait staff, and the small country hospitality. Had the pleasure of meeting Mr. Royer tonight, he took the time to talk to us, take pictures and make small chit chat while we were waiting for dinner. The Steak is out of his world, the cream corn is second to none, pork chop, quail, you name It. And I haven't even got to the pies yet. If you can find better, I want to know about it. This is a small town hole in the wall that is an experience just seeing. read more

Good steak, mushroom pasta dish. We enjoyed the fish tacos. I would order that again but would not come back for a meal. Didn't really care for most of the menu options. The fries were super oily, stale and disappointing. Super cute place with a fun atmosphere. I would recommend coming here for pie or a cocktail. The end. read more

We had dinner with family from Houston, Austin and Biloxi, MS. The food and the service was incredible. To top it off I left my credit card there and they sent it to me via UPS the next day. What a great experience. read more

I went to Round Top for antiques - and stayed for the pie! I love to eat and had checked the Internet for where to get the best food in the area. Royer's was at the top of every list! You can't miss it - the café is in the center of town and a cool vintage blue. I was a little worried about going in without a reservation, especially in the middle of antique week. But I squeezed through the door and into an incredibly happy mix of diners and staff. The walls are covered with posters, neon, photographs, and a hilarious collection of their t-shirts. Right near the entrance sits Bud, the owner, holding the master reservation list and making sure the entire operation is running smoothly. The place was packed, but he gave me a big smile and found a spot at the two-seat counter for me. He treated the locals and newcomers with the same friendly help, placing customers together and keeping the flow moving along. The food lived up to its reputation. The "REALLY BIG" stuffed jalapenos were perfectly cooked - a great breading and a flavorful blend of cheeses. "The Great Steak OMG" was one of the best, most flavorful steaks I have ever had. It was a beautiful filet - perfectly seared crust on the outside and like butter on the inside. I had a side of the mashed potato casserole that was like heaven - a creamy delicious mix of subtle flavors that I couldn't quite figure out - but which Bud was happily willing to share the recipe for. At this point, it's hard not to be full - but it's extremely important that you have the pie! There is a great selection, and I went with "Not My Mom's Apple". The apples were sweet with a slight crunch, and layered into a delicious piecrust. The slice was topped with a pecan and brown sugar topping - and of course - a scoop of vanilla ice cream. As a side note - you should def get over to Royer's Pie Haven, as well. It's open most of the week - and has great breakfast and lunch options - plus a full assortment of more pies, of course! read more

Great atmosphere! Friendly service! You are seated at tables with other folks. Fun times. Call in advance for a reservation. The grits and mashed potatoes are amazing. The green beans are fabulous. We had five types of pie - all were great, but we all agreed that the sweet and salty was the best! Yum! read more

This is one of my favorite restaurants in the world. The food is great, the atmosphere is great, and it's completely lacking in pretense. I like the self-serve cooler outside while you're waiting for a table - really sets the vibe. Everything I've had here has been great, and obviously you must try the pies. I frequently grab a couple to go as gifts when I'm passing through (or the 4-mile detour off of 290). One reviewer called the decor 'forced eclectic' - but it's definitely authentic eclectic. This place has been around for a while; I think this is the place many of the rustic/eclectic/hipster places in Austin have tried to emulate and largely failed. I once had lunch here by myself and felt totally comfortable. I can't say that about very many places. read more

Drove all the way here from houston to find out they're closed for an hour in the middle of the day. This is not on the website.

Royer's hits the spot every time with food so good it might make you wanna "slap your momma" ...but not if your from the south! The pork chops & Bud's salad are our favorite "go to dishes"! Paleo & Vegetarian friendly! Best place to take guests for a real Texas treat! Of course call ahead for reservations or plan to sit on the porch & experience the amazing iced tea while visiting with Bud the Pie Man! OMG THE PIE! read more

Well worth a drive from Houston to eat here! The food is amazing. I had the combo quail, the best. Also don't leave without eating a piece of the apple pie!!! A piece of heaven! read more

Yum! As always, Royers Cafe in Round Top delivered another great meal. the chicken corn chowder and blue cheese beef tenderloin salad topped off with the best apple pie was a perfect meal. The corn chowder was a light creamy broth, chock full of chicken and chunks if potato and corn. Yum. Their apple pie is a favorite. Perfect crust, sweet crumb topping. Whatever you choose for your main course, be sure to save room for pie! read more

I've been here many times and it's always EXCELLENT! But today I tried the Berry Lemon pie and it blew me away. Absolutely the best slice of heaven I've ever had. Almost got up on the table to declare my new love to the world! Seriously the most delicious piece of fruit and lemon in a pie crust I've ever tried. I'll hush now and go back and get another piece. BTW the rest of lunch was great...the pie just made me forget what I ate :) read more

The food was outstanding and the atmosphere is very cozy. They have posters, old newspaper and magazine articles on the walls and ceiling along with photos and notes from guests. Be sure to save room for pie. It's phenomenal. The service was great too! We'll definitely be going back. read more

We are visiting here from Asheville, NC, a real foodie town. Our brother and sister-in-law from Kemah, TX brought us here after viewing the Texas blue bonnets. Royers is a real gem! Totally funky building outside, and inside covered with memorabilia. Juicy hamburgers, great sides, and quail stuffed with shrimp and spinach and wrapped in bacon! Did I say this cafe is in the middle of nowhere? The apple pie and cinnamon rolls topped with pecans were really worth the long drive. The town of Round Top has lots of shops with high quality artisanal crafts. This was a truly delightful day trip from the Gulf Coast! read more

I am embarrassed to admit I went to the Round Top Antique Show four times before someone finally told me about Royers. Now it is the ONLY place I eat every night. What I thought was just a fun dive with beer and pie turned into a gourmet meal! Don't let the crazy eclectic, atmosphere fool you. The food is outstanding: large portions with a great modern variety. Take the pepper sauce home and a pie or two as well. And don't be scared by Bud- he runs a tight ship but is a big 'ol Teddy Bear! read more

My husband and I live in Houston. We decided to take a 2 hour road trip to Round Top just to go to Royer's Cafe. Bud was sitting on the front porch greating the patrons as they came up. It's a very unique experience and GREAT FOOD! Go there hungry because the portions are big! We will keep going back - the pies are home made and are great. We have taken several of his pies home with us and have ended up eating them within a day or two between the two of us. read more

Good food and good time every time great place to eat and in a town that is amazing drive on up and spend the weekend.

My favorite place to eat in Texas!! The family that owns it are all so sweet and the food is always amazing. But save room for pie!

Excellent! As recommended by many Yelpers, I got the shrimp BLT. Superb! I also recommend the black eye peas as a side.

Good food, great atmosphere, friendly service, also..........and the pie will make you wanna slap yo mamma!

We frequent Royers regularly because it is that delicious. The ambiance that this restaurant has obtained is similar to something out of Austin- not Round Top, TX. It's fun, entertaining, and the food is amazing. Needless to say, I'm thrilled that it's nearby where we live. I feel like it's a gem around here. We also walk away having met a new friend each and every time because of their community-type seating. We LOVE this aspect of it. We've met some of the most interesting and fun people dining there. We've not had a bad entree here. My favorite entree is the pork tenderloin (with broccoli salad and potatoes) and my husband loves their steaks- and we are beef farmers. I also occasionaly get their OMG Pasta and it is indeed OMG! The Shrimp BLT is to die for! Usually a restaurant will have just one thing they are good at preparing- this is NOT the case at Royers! And then there is the PIE! You can't dine there without getting a slice or two or three. Heck, buy a whole pie. Your breakfast will thank you the next morning. Their pie is world class! I'm fond of the Chocolate Chip Pecan Pie and the Macadamia Nut Pie. They are both heavenly. I can't say a bad thing about this restaurant. When we eat out, we choose Royers. It's never dissapointed and we LOVE the fun loving atmosphere! read more

The food and the service are BOTH GREAT!!! I had the cafe burger with bacon and cheese. It was moist and delicious. All burgers cooked medium well. The desert menu was delightful. I had Salted Carmel Chocolate pie with Amy's Ice Cream. Next time I'm in Round Top I will definitely go there. read more

Excellent food does not even start to cover the chow at this place. First, we had to wait about 40 minutes to get in. Our friends just smiled as we grumbled about the wait. Got seated finally and then grumbled about the decor... Our friends just smiled. Then the food started to hit the table and....wow what a place to eat. Bud the owner is a delight and the pie is better than your mom ever made. This is a must eat place. read more

Creepy? I don't get the review but as far as I am concerned that's one less person I have to wait in line behind. Bud and family have created a unique one of a kind place in the middle of nowhere with gourmet food. Bud's a character - long live Bud. The pies are awesome, well worth the trip but the food is just as memorable. I have been a regular customer of Royers for many years and can't remember ever not enjoying a meal. I especially love the fried fish sandwich or shrimp blt, and the quail. If your all about the food and flavor, get on the road to Round Top. Don't be fooled about the caviar price scare. Unless you want a filet or rack of lamb pricing is ridiculously reasonable and appropriately priced for those two items. Royers is an unapologetic place, obviously not for everyone but I love it. read more

Wonderful Customer Service. Fantastic Food My sister and I have made numerous trips to Royers for years. We haven't gone the last 3 but decided to treat ourselves this year on Mother's Day. Bud was outside as usual greeting everyone. We were seated on time and couldn't wait to order our favorite: The Great Steak". Our steak was a tab bit overdone, but still delicious. The waiter immediately noticed that it was overdone and came over and insisted that he re order our steaks. They were DELICIOUS and cooked to perfection! He apogized serveral times for the mistake. He also insisted on sending home a pie of our choice. Honestly, we have never had a bad meal there. It is great to know that when something is a little off, they go over and above to correct it! They certainly know how to treat their customers. Already planning our next trip. By the way....BEST steak EVER!! read more

Highly recommended by locals however we were soured after seeing how they seat people according to the number of people at your table, not first come first serve like most establishments. Being a party of five, groups of 2, 11, 3 and 4 all who arrived after us were seated. The group of 4 were seated at a table for 8 when we were told they didn't have a table ready for us. That's one star down. Food: I wouldn't say it was outstanding to make a drive worthwhile when three out of the five rolls were stale, the herb butter was bitter, the squash casserole was soggy & soupy, the pecans in the chocolate chip pie were old, and the lemon blueberry pie was a goopy mess with dry granola thrown on top. And to add to that we get 20% gratuity added to a table of five? The norm is 8 and above @15%. The rest of the food was good. Won't be back there, much better food elsewhere that is actually worth the wait. read more

Very disappointing. Overpriced. Food was overly salty and greasy. Male host (owner?) that greeted us told us our wait would be only 10-15 mins but ended up being 30 minutes. The entrées are extremely overpriced for what you get, both in quality and quantity. The ambience is quaint, lots of neat stuff to look at on the walls, although crowded. The noise levels can be very loud on a Friday or Saturday night so be aware if you are looking for a more relaxed weekend dinner, this is not the place to get it. You will have to talk loudly or shout to your dining companions to carry a conversation. On the plus side, the wait staff are very attentive, come back to your table frequently with refills, and are helpful in general. Their pies are good and the selection is impressive. Wine list was nice as well - Good selection. Alas, I will not go back. Too many other, better choices to make. There is a sign on the wall they seem to be proud of that says they were featured on CBS Sunday Morning. Guess what? NOBODY CARES! Your place needs some changes. read more