Bill Miller BBQ

The brisket literally melts in your mouth followed by two sides on the single meat plate. The cream…read morecorn is absolutely delicious and the green beans are amazing because they have a combination of onion, bacon, and tomato which make the sauce fabulous. The location is a little bit out of the way just a block or two from highway 90 but there is open parking next door. Service is done at the front counter and you wait for your order to be called then you find a seat somewhere that's open in the restaurant.

We came here on a Friday for lunch. There is a large parking area across the street from the…read morerestaurant. You order at the front counter where you also pay. We got the three meat plate with turkey, pulled pork, and brisket. For sides we got Mac and cheese, cream corn, and ranch beans. The portions were large and everything tasted great

Inside

Delicious, smoky moist/fatty brisket

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TNT BBQ

4.8(17 reviews)

5.8 mi

Driving home from an event in Castroville, drove past TNT as the "closed" sign was being hung, but…read morewe just had to stop anyway. SOOOO glad we did; despite being ready to shut down for the day, these friendly folks were kind enough to serve us some of the best BBQ in the state! (And keep in mind, this was even with it being closing time, which says a lot!) I am somewhat a BBQ snob, have checked out many wonderful spots (Burnt Bean, City Market, Black's, Snow, Cooper's, Salt Lick, etc), and I try to judge at least the brisket category at the SA rodeo every year, so I ve had some good plates, but THIS spot is the truth! Got a 1/2 lb brisket and 1/2 lb ribs and deeply regret not getting more! The brisket was perfectly marbled, smoky, flavorful bark, thick smoke ring, just phenomenal. It needed no bbq sauce, but theirs is delicious nonetheless. Now those ribs!! Meaty, fall of the bone, tasty, tasty rub. Absolutely finger-licking! We will gladly make the 30 min drive from Helotes to TNT for our next bbq fix, we will be life-long, loyal customers! I was a little hesitant to write this review, because I don't want to have to bring a lawn chair for the line in the futue, but I still would, it's just that good!

Walked in on a slow day, greeted immediately with a smile. Nothing fancy about this roadside…read morerestaurant, but the folks who run it are incredibly polite people. Had a conversation for 45 minutes with the owner about the area and how he grew up in it. I got the meat plate, which was very good and priced right. I'd go back again.

Our brisket and sausage plate

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Menu 2023

Smokin Pit BBQ

5.0(1 review)

Got to eat the Smokin Pit BBQ masterpieces from Mike... This is a food truck and the food is Wow…read moreacross the board... Stuffed fried brisket avocado, ribs, sausage, pork... Yikes good. Prices are from $5 for a sandwich to by the pound. brisket is Angus!

Dziuk Meat Market

4.6(95 reviews)

WOAH!!!! This place is a grown man candy store. They have jerky, freshly made kolaches, sauces,…read moresteaks, and so much more. They also apparently will process your wild game for you too. I bought a brisket kolache which was phenomenal. The best thing I ate in Texas on my 9-day trip. I got some jerky which was delicious and perfect to have in my backpack while hiking in Big Bend. I also bought some cherry salsa and bourbon bacon bbq sauce. I didn't tear into them until I got home. My only regret is I didn't buy more. I need to make another road trip to Texas and next time I will bring my cooler and max out my credit card.

Pretty strong butcher shop with some good and unique items like their Parisa which is basically A…read moreworking man's version of beef tartar. I will drive out of my way to get it as I head into South Texas. They also have Alsatian style sausage, which is a nice change from the German and Polish and Czech sausages that we have in abundance in Texas due to our history (All well appreciated!) And I always bring an ice chest to get some custom cut steaks which is always nice. Great Stop! I like it so much. I bought a t-shirt

Snacks 6/2024

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Deli 6/2024

R & R Bar-B-Que

4.3(7 reviews)

0.7 mi

Good service and the pork ribs were the highlight. They were tender and full of flavor…read more Unfortunately, the rest of the food did not meet the same standard. The brisket lacked a strong smoke ring and had a gray appearance. I also tried the leg quarter, which came out dry, overcooked, and overly smoked. My friend ordered the sausage and it was dry as well. That said, the staff was genuinely kind and welcoming, and I appreciate that. I am willing to give them another try, but I also wanted to share this feedback in an honest and respectful way.

Ah- mazing BBQ! Found this place from a flyer that was posted at my gym. Truly this is a hidden…read moregem. It's tucked away on a street behind the Sonic on highway 90. Met Nico, behind the counter, and apparently R&R BBQ is new and has only been open for 3-4 months. Her family has owned The Meat Market adjacent to the BBQ joint forever. She suggested the brisket as top choice and we added a few pork spareribs. $20 for 1lb of brisket, bread, bbq sauce, onions, and pickles , what a deal! The additional pork spareribs were only a few dollars more. The pork ribs were the best I've ever had so far. Literally fall off the bone and melt in your mouth deliciousness. The sliced brisket was tender, but the ribs shined. The pickles and onions were tangy and dilly, and the BBQ sauce had a vinegar base, but paired with well with proteins. She also let us know that their homemade jerky and parisa will be coming soon. Parisa? What is parisa you may ask....a cured meat mixed with cheese, spices, onions, and peppers and served on crackers. Well, I can't wait to try it : ) A Thanksgiving menu was posted up at the counter as well. We look forward to coming back and trying your sides and other yummy goodness! Fyi- to go only open 11am-6pm Friday, Saturday, and Sunday

Menu 7/2024

Pork spareribs, sliced bread, pickles and onions 7/2024

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Exterior 7/2024

The Barrel Room

3.6(117 reviews)

1.6 mi

26 Jul 2023 We had…read moremade a reservation for 4pm, because it sounded like you needed a reservation. We got there at 3:50pm, walked in and no one was at the host station. There was a sign to seat yourselves. OK. We sat down and the bartender brought us menus. Us and a group of three were the only customers. Brought us waters. While looking at the menu, a server comes over and asks if we wanted appetizers or go straight to order. Straight to order, please. The husband ordered the brisket pot roast. It came with asparagus and what he thinks was puréed squash. I had the pecan chicken. Panko breaded with pecans and a bourbon sauce. Maple and bourbon were the flavor elements. Came with baked Mac and cheese and sliced slightly charred carrots. This was really good, as was the husbands plate. Warm Sourdough bread and butter is served with the meal. We split a Caesar salad. The salad was OK, the dressing was a little tart and served on the side. I'm taking a slice of chocolate cake to go. As I peek into the bag, it is a generous slice with strawberries and a dollop of whipped cream. Stay tuned. The restaurant is part of the Hillside Resort. Looks like a bunch of rooms. When we were about to leave a group of women came in and sat at the bar. I told the bartender we'd heard about them through Texas Eats. He said 'are they still showing that? That was about six chefs ago!' All righty then. I'd say it's worth a trip to try.

Lovely restaurant located in a local Castroville hotel with beautiful scenic views of rolling green…read morehills. Reservations were made ahead of time for 4 and upon arrival we were were seated right next to the large open windows. Ordered the Berry Patch cocktail- nice and refreshing with a splash of mint leaves. Menu wasn't overwhelming and had a nice assortment of dishes. Starters ordered - pork belly bites and fried Brussels sprouts. Both highly recommend! Dishes ordered- salmon, pork chop, pot roast, and steak. Pork chop and steak were not dry, but juicy with lots of flavor. I loved pot roast growing up , so I had to order it here. Although tasty, texture was a little chewy and tough. Also would have enjoyed a little more helping of vegetable/potato purée underneath the roast. The salmon dish looked fabulous, but was slightly salty. The sweet bun that accompanied each dish were delicious! Service was good. I'd come back to try the pork chop next time around.

Rustic and charming feel throughout.

Nachos, quesadillas, fried pickles, jalapeño poppers, and more!

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Charming and rustic feel throughout the building.

Julianna's Restaurant

4.3(127 reviews)

3.7 mi

Awesome service...nice beautiful place...food was a bit different but was very tasty....we took our…read moregrandson there for his birthday....The turkey club was the best one ever...pizza was great..brisket sandwich was finger licking good... pasta alfredo was tasty..deserts were out of this world. this place did have alot of different kinds of items on their menu that are different, cooked different than the usuall places we go to but this place is unique.. Fries were awesome...Big portions of everything, almost everyone took some food home.. service was quick and waitress very nice...all 8 of us left content..we spend some time outside enjoying the beautiful golf course..scenery awesome...going back this month for another birthday... # prices good # Cant wait to go back... # awesome place..

There is so much of Castroville to explore, and every time I visit my family, I always find a cool…read morenew place. Did I know there was a beautiful golf course in Castroville? No. Did I know there was a Castroville-favorite restaurant there as well? Also no. We had to try it. Located inside the Alsatian Golf Club's clubhouse is their 19th-hole restaurant and bar: Julianna's Restaurant. Upon entry, you realize the place has been around for some time. It feels very classic San Antonio, with wooden walls accented by tan and white bricks. The restaurant's aged interior gives it a cozy, lodge-like charm. Though the restaurant was pretty busy on a Saturday night, we were seated instantly at a booth that gave me a perfect view of the Georgia-Alabama game on the bar's TV. After nine or eighteen holes, you never know what you're in the mood for. That's why Julianna's has plenty of options: sandwiches, pizzas, pasta, seafood, steaks, and other meat dishes. Our server came by very quickly and got us our drinks, which for me was a tall Saint Arnold Oktoberfest. I had a tough time deciding between two options: a bone-in pork chop or their creamy Cajun pasta. I opted for the bone-in pork chop with a Caesar salad, bacon green beans, and herb rice. My dad got the creamy Cajun pasta, and my mom got the Southwest chicken. It wasn't long until the Caesar salad came out, with huge croutons and a generous helping of dressing. It was excellent to the point my mom wished she had ordered it over her chicken tortilla soup, which she also enjoyed. If you ever order a meat entrée and they stick a steak knife in it, you're in for an ESPN Instant Classic. The pork chop was huge, topped with a house raspberry chipotle sauce. It was tender and cooked well. I'll admit, trying to find the bone versus the pork was a challenge, but I think that was a me issue. I would order it again. As for the sides, the bacon green beans were sneakily running for Sixth Man of the Year, and the herb rice paired with the pork chop quite well. I would go back. The meal was high quality and felt like a hidden gem even for longtime Castroville residents. What a treat. RIYL: Going to golf courses while being very bad at golf.

Interior

Steak frites with Gorgonzola crust

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Bandito sandwich - grilled cheese with bbq brisket and sausage, and sweet potato wedges

BAKED by Chef Grecia Ramos

4.2(25 reviews)

This shop is cute, definitely has the small town feels. The lady at the counter was sweet and…read morehelpful. The desserts look amazing but unfortunately looked a bit better than they tasted. I feel as though the treats could've used more time into the flavor and texture than the aesthetics. I'd rather have a better tasting croissant than one with gold sprinkled on it, just not necessary. It also doesn't justify charging $46 for 6 little treats that are not fresh. Outrageous especially when your competitors charge more than half that price for a dozen treats and they taste better. It also wouldn't be so upsetting if prices were posted anywhere in the shop so I should know to taste one first to see if it was worth it. Overall I'd say drive down the street to the next bakery. Unless you like spending a lot on something average. Overall this place does have potential and I'd like to see it improve for a possible future visit. The best thing I tried was the cookie and that's the easiest thing to make.

Tiny little bakery. Reminded me of the bakery that used to be down from my Grandparents back in…read morethe 70's. It's a quaint little happy place, that smells amazing. The young lady running it was such a kind, sweet & patient woman, helpful & willing to answer all my questions about the pastries & goodies. They had baked goodies with fruit, custard, crumble topping, & even edible gold if you're feeling extra special the day you're getting your treats. (I'll be feeling extra next trip for sure. ) Today, apparently, my taste buds were craving all things flaky & crusty. So, I ended up with four different types of croissant style treats. Which is no shock, I do love croissants. The apple pecan just called my name, it smells like a freshly baked apple pie from your Mom's house. So for this Pi Day, this was my choice! Next I snapped up the almond croissant, cinnamon sugar croissant & lastly savory one to try out - their ham & cheese croissant. I have to admit - these put the ones I used to get back home in Wöllstein to shame. These are phenomenal. Their croissant dough is laminated with perfection. I plan on coming back until I try everything. I do have a favorite bakery in San Antonio, and I like one in Castroville, but it's an old fashioned one. I can tell you Baked is absolutely worth stopping by, take note of their hours Thursday - Sunday, worth remembering. When you're in the area get you some amazing baked goods at Baked. You will be glad you did. Worth it!

Dessert case

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4/2025

El Buen Paladar

4.3(83 reviews)

6.7 mi

El Buen Paladar feels like stepping into a kitchen where somebody's abuela is making sure you leave…read morefull. The food has that homemade, comforting flavor that just wraps you up and says, "you made the right choice today." Every bite tastes like it was made with care--not rushed, not generic. The portions are generous (come hungry), and the vibe is warm and welcoming. It's not about being trendy--it's about being good, and it absolutely is. This is the kind of place you come back to again and again when you want real food that actually satisfies.

The food is delicious. We ordered beef and cheese pupusa, nica meal- comes with rice with red…read morebeans, fried pork belly, fried plantain and cassava served with side of pickled cabbage and carrots served on a big platter. My husband got the Carne asada and rice served with corn and flour tortillas. The corn tortilla is thick and flavorful where you can actually taste the corn itself. It was served hot and fresh. We love the corn tortillas bec it's thick doesn't fall apart like other places we tried and has a really good flavor. There's plenty of parking and you're sat immediately. It's a must try when around Potranco Rd.