We are still coming to TJs's regularly for the excellent food, service, atmosphere and weekly…read moreSA.brain brew trivia. It's an outstanding Bandera fixture and well worth a visit

This was our first time eating at the old Forge after being in Bandera many times. The inside…read moredefinitely reminds me of an old barn saloon, but the smells were really amazing when we walked in all the staff was amazing. Our server Jackson could not have been any better. He checked on us, but didn't bother us and was helpful at every turn. Two of us had the ribeyes with baked potatoes, and they tasted remarkable. However, both were ordered at medium rare and came out just medium. I had brussels sprouts aside and they were absolutely phenomenal. Everybody loved their meal and we even shared the German chocolate cake, which was amazing.

Food is always fresh and tasty…read more They stopped serving breakfast and I miss their breakfast tacos and their amazing salsa.

Drove way out of our way to get to Jimmy's. The burger was…read moreinedible and the onion rings were a C-

Beerfest 09/19/26…read more Flight of four... Oktoberfest Kolsch Mexican Lager Dark Lager Bartender was helpful in choosing what I might try. Oktoberfest was really good, So another pint was ordered! Schnitzel Box food truck for the event was super good... Jager plate with potatoes, bratwurst with Sauerkraut. Yum! Looks are deceiving at this location. Brewery in a strip mall. But take a walk out back, And Wow! Huge outdoor area in the backyard plus a good size stage for bands. Phone was dying so didn't get a lot of pics to share. But I'll be back for sure!

Found this on a mini road trip. Nice cold beer always hits the spot…read more No food service, but does have a few bagged snacks to purchase if needed.

This restaurant is located in an odd location behind a motel in Bandera. I got the chicken club…read moresandwich, which I really enjoyed. The Texas toast was fragrant, and the flavours of the sandwich blended very well together. My cousin got the fried catfish platter, which didn't have much of a flavour, but he said that means it's a river catfish. He is a catfish connoisseur and liked it. The jalapeno hush puppies that came with it were excellent. However, the coleslaw had a very odd flavour, and neither of us liked it. It tasted acrid to me. I didn't really like the fries because of the seasoning, but I still had a few. The server initially gave my cousin water instead of the sweet tea that he ordered. They served us our water and sweet tea in mason jars, which looked very nice, but the water was not pleasing to my taste buds as it tasted like unfiltered tap water.

We brought out of town family to Bandera and have always had good food at Bricks, so chose it for…read morelunch. Everyone enjoyed their meals! I had a mushroom swiss burger and onion rings with ranch...so yummy. Cons and the reason for the 3 stars...There weren't any clean tables and the menus were dirty...we saw that there was only one guy seating, getting drinks and serving. I'm guessing he was also the cook, because it took an hour and a half to get our food. Another guy showed up near the end of our meal and was helping take orders. They were obviously short staffed, but I was proud of the guys...they were hustling.

We stopped by here yesterday and tried the Tijuana, the Willie, turkey and Swiss and a potato…read moresalad. Everything was great. The lady at the counter was so sweet. We will come back.

ABSOLUTELY AMAZING!!!…read more Every time I'm in Texas, stopping at Fatboyz Sandwich Shop in Bandera is a MUST!! This place is hands down one of the BEST sandwich shops I've ever been to!! The food is always fresh, packed with flavor, and the portions are generous!! Their sandwiches are LOADED and their salads are just as incredible You can truly taste the quality in every bite! But what really sets them apart is the service From the moment you walk in, they treat you like FAMILY ‍‍‍ That kind of hospitality is hard to find these days!! If you're anywhere near Bandera, Texas, DO NOT MISS this place!! I promise you... they NEVER disappoint!! Highly recommend!!!

I had the truffle fries as an appetizer and they were delicious! I ordered the 10oz. Ribeye with a…read morebaked potato and a house salad. The Ribeye was cooked perfectly to my liking and it practically melted in my mouth. I drove in from San Antonio to try this steakhouse and I was not disappointed. This is a must visit steakhouse and I will definitely be coming back.

10/16/2026: A Fantastic Country Staple -- Great Food and…read moreWonderful Quaint Charm! If you are looking for a hearty, authentic meal with unbeatable value and charm, Trail Boss is a must-visit! From start to finish, our experience here was wonderful. First off, the portions are massive--even the wedge salad is easily splitable between two people, which is a great touch! Everything we ordered hit the spot: the steak, baked potato, and green beans were cooked and seasoned deliciously, the shrimp was wonderful, and the hand-cut fries were simply terrific. (I didn't touch the coleslaw, as it looked a bit iffy to me, but with everything else on the table, we certainly left completely satisfied!) The interior of the restaurant adds so much character--it's quaint and gives off that cozy vibe that makes a country meal feel extra special. To top it all off, Katelyn kept our glasses full and provided prompt, attentive service, all at prices that are genuinely great. We loved it and will definitely be back. Four solid stars!

Best pancakes of my life! Great atmosphere of old country cafe vibes! Absolutely a great place to…read moreeat and the service is fantastic!!

10/17/2026: Such High Hopes, But Unfortunately Fell Short…read more I wanted to love this place so much! Given its rich history and historic setting, I just knew the food and experience would be terrific. Sadly, it was a major letdown. To start, we were quoted a 5 to 25-minute wait to get in, but once seated, it took almost an hour just for our food to arrive--and when it finally did, it was cold. As for the meal itself: The Burger: Just okay, nothing special at all. The Onion Rings: Very densely coated and came out cold. The Salad Bar: Truly unimpressive. The Fries: Lousy. The Chicken Fried Steak: To be fair, this was the bright spot--it was actually pretty good! It's possible we just caught them on an off day or during an exceptionally busy time, but unfortunately, our overall experience was not a good one. With so much potential and charm, I had such high hopes, but I unfortunately can't recommend the dining experience based on this visit.

Decent food and they let me bring my dog. This is a well named restaurant because as soon as you…read moresit down you kickback and enjoy. Walk up to the bar and order a hamburger or a chili dog (my favorite) with a coke or whatever.

Fun local bar, with creative bartenders, friendly owners, food, & live music…read more New owners have made some good changes, & improvements. One of my favorite local establishments.

Sometimes it's good, sometimes it isn't. Very inconsistent. Service could be better. Orders are…read morefrequently inaccurate.

Ended up with terrible food poisoning from here on February 28th so I'd choose something else if I…read morewere you.

Ordered a smash burger, got a regular burger extra dried out! No napkins in bag! It was good for a…read morewhile now going back down hill.

Slow service and overcooked chicken bites…read more The drivethrough here was hopping, which we should have taken as a sign to use that option. Instead we parked in one of the bays and placed our order the old-fashioned-way (a lot of bays no longer had ordering systems and there were several with mobile order signs). We waited so long we almost left. The runner was very nice and apparently the only one. Overall the food was fine except the chicken bites - they were hard and over cooked.