If you're anywhere near Lampasas County, you have to stop by The Bend General Store! This place is…read morethe definition of Texas charm. From the moment you walk in, you're greeted with a warm, welcoming atmosphere that feels like a step back in time--in the best way possible. The food is fantastic, the drinks are cold, and the vibe is unbeatable. Whether you're meeting friends, enjoying live music, or just looking for a laid-back spot to unwind, this place delivers every time. The rustic setting, unique décor, and friendly staff make it an experience--not just a stop. It's quickly become one of my favorite hidden gems in the Hill Country. Highly recommend to both locals and visitors--you won't be disappointed!

This "restaurant" looks like someone lost a bet, scavenged a junk pile, and thought, "Yeah, people…read morewill definitely pay to sit here." Spoiler: it's basically a drunk DIY project gone wrong. The drinks? Beer bottles and wine in solo cups. Fancy, right? Mixed drinks don't exist here--unless you count the owner mixing up his ego with basic customer service. Speaking of the owner, he thought it was appropriate to accost my mother (in her mid-60s, mind you) for not tipping. For what service? We ordered at the bar, carried our own food, poured our own drinks... What's next, we tip ourselves for breathing? Bottom line: this isn't dining, it's self-serve misery with a side of attitude. If you enjoy being disrespected in a plywood shack, congrats--you found your spot. Otherwise, run.

Great place for a cold beer live music and Texas hill country experience. We keep coming back and…read moreit gets better every time

I'm so glad I stumbled across this place! All the staff is absolutely amazing, it feels like coming…read morehome! All the food is made fresh, huge portions, and so delicious! I had some kind of massive burger, their catfish basket, and both those were to die for! The atmosphere is unmatched with live music, eclectic decor, and a serene outdoor sitting area that's a Haven in itself. I went during spring, so there was lots of green all along the cabins where I also stayed that was super convenient for the state park. Do it! Worth it!!

Burger here was soooo juicy and very much a good value…read more Came into town randomly and went here, the service was quick and the value is very much there!! Would love to be back when I come through town next. I recommend the Storm's Special. $12 for a 1/2 lb burger and ton of fries -- great deal. Atmosphere is fully outside so be ready for the heat or enjoy a beautiful day!

Came by for lunch after training and place was a nice little locals hole in the wall…read more Looked at the menu and decided on the storm special which was 3 patties and fries. Paid about $17 and change. Added rings to my order. Burger came out pretty quickly and ut was pretty tasty. Nothing special but extremely filling. I'd come back to this place Burger 5 outa 10 Fries and rings 5 outa 10 Place was good

MidSummer lunch visit to Granbury, TX and I'd read that this cafe had a good menu and outdoor…read moreseating. Sure enough the suggestions were accurate. Typically July is not a month where we willingly sit outdoors for a midday meal, but we'd had a little cool front blow through and the weather was unusually mild. We chose outdoor seating under the covered patio of what had several decades ago been exactly what the name exactly declares ... a filling station of petrol and general automobile servies. This fillin' station has a corner location which also makes is ultra suitable for people and traffic watching. Ordered lunch and drinks, watched the late morning traffic and visisted. A good meal was consumed - hamburgers, onions rings and sweet potato fries along with soda and unsweet tea (this is Texas, no sweetener needed). Clean functional restrooms, pleasant service, settled the bill table side. Parking can be trickey as we were in the old downtown area, but was reasonable.

Unfortunately, they are now closed now. I don't think they are open any longer…read more The food was really good. I'm not sure why they closed. Maybe the Covid pandemic did them in. Alot of businesses suffered & closed.

Nice lunch. Was in town for reasons. Words and more words,…read moreonly place open on a monday.

Stopped for lunch after our Enchanted Rock hike and found the perfect spot in Fredericksburg! We…read morehad the Impossible Burger, chicken wings, and a salad with their house-made jalapeño ranch, everything was delicious, but that dressing really stood out. So good! We also tried an Angry Orchard and a local beer. The vibe was super chill, and it turns out they have live music on Fridays and Saturdays, which makes it a great weekend hangout. The space even extends into a cute little shop nearby. Service was friendly and fast.

Nothing better than coming home from a hike and eating a giant ass barbecue sandi with a fresh cold…read morebeer. There are some restaurants near the hike spot that charge upwards of $30 for a cheeseburger so I am glad to find a reliable spot for when I come down next time.

Fantastic sliced BBQ sandwich. If you're driving through Lometa and need to grab a bite to eat, I…read morehighly recommend the BBQ sandwich. Absolutely delicious!!!

Woody's has great, homemade style hamburgers and fries! This is a cool place to hang out; my kids…read morealways enjoy practicing their calf roping skills. The service is always fast and friendly. The only downside, is that they do not have any gluten-free buns.

Easily the best burger in Hamilton that I've had (also the only burger in Hamilton that I've had)…read more But in all seriousness the burger is phenomenal, and I will make a point to stop back in to Woody's the next time I'm in the area. Woody's only serves burgers in fries, so you know they're good at what they do. Prices are great, and the portions are good. They have plenty of seating, 1-2 TV's if you're looking to catch the game, as well as outdoor seating if you want to enjoy the weather. Service was quick and friendly both to order and receive our food.

This place has amazing breakfast tacos and the burgers and sandwiches are great too! Awesome spot…read moreto grab a bite. Super authentic vibe, great ambiance and decor, look for the sign out front and the posters telling you where to go. Serving size is great they give you plenty of food to have leftovers. Came here twice today! Amazing friendly service, thank you to the team for working the holiday weekend!

I LOVE this spot, honestly one of my favorite places of all time. Kelly is just the sweetest owner…read moreand Beverlee has become a friend that I love like family. I've never tasted anything here less than totally awesome! BUT THE REASON I'M WRITING THIS REVIEW, GUYS.... THIS PLACE HAS THE BEST PECAN PIE ON EARTH. I kinda hate sharing the secret but I love them enough that I felt it important to say it LOUD. Seriously. Holy. Shit. We're talking lick-the-container good. I'm not kidding, we've had actual family arguments about who ate the last of the pie. The Arnold Palmers are huge and the perfect refreshing treat after a long, hot day. The Patty Melt Burger is just as good as it gets and the flavor off that griddle on the grilled cat fish is to die for. They're closed on Wednesdays, found that one out the hard way ;-) but omg... SOOOOOOOOOO GOOOOOOOOOD. SERIOUSLY DO NOT LEAVE THIS PLACE WITHOUT TRYING THE PECAN PIE.

The chicken sandwiches and fries tasted fresh and delicious. Enjoyed the good food and friendly…read moreservice.

A local gem. Best chicken I've ever had. Always fresh, made to order, friendly service, delicious…read moredesserts and shakes too!

While traveling the beautiful backroads of Texas, my hungry colleagues and I stumbled upon the…read moreHorny Toad. Located in the middle of nowhere, in a quiet little sleepy town. Tucked away on a quiet street. Nothing fancy at all about this place. My colleagues and I strolled right in and were greeted promptly by a friendly face. We walked past the bar and were seated right away with. Totally digging the rustic atmosphere and the western decor. We were given menus and drink orders were taken. We perused the menu and drinks were back in good time. Lots of good options on the menu, and a lot of different ways to order a burger. Our friendly waitress was very helpful with lots of other customizations of other orders. (sorry I did not catch her name!) Also quick with a recommendation or witty banter to a couple of smart aleck coworkers of mine. All in good fun of course. I kept it simple. A bacon cheeseburger with mayo and no veggies. I did not chose to upgrade my burger with the "toad bun" and got a side order of tator tots. (That is not a misspelling on my part. That's how they are printed on the menu). After some great conversations with my colleagues, our food arrived in good time. The room got awfully quiet as we got to it. My burger was nothing short of amazing. Very juicy, flavorful, and it did not last long on my plate. Bacon was crispy, cheese was gooey, and all on good bread. Tator tots were crispy and everything a tator tot should be. I did hear some of my colleagues who ordered the "toad bun" say the upgraded bun did not hold up well and did not hold up well to the juicy burger. They said it was tasty, but went soggy fast. So, keep that in mind if you order one. We finished our burgers, and walked up to the front to pay. By this time it was getting busy, and you could see a lot of the "regulars" passing the time with the waitstaff whom were all on a first name basis. Like that, we all were gone in a flash. I was very happy we visited this little hole in the wall joint, and hope to stumble across it again one day. Highly recommend this little jewel if you are in the area. Please drop in and give it a try. You will love it. Enjoy!

Great atmosphere and good food. Service was spot on. Fried jalapeño for an appetizer was very good…read more If you are in the area give it a try.