Dined here for lunch with my mom and our tour guide from the Chamber as a break in the middle of…read moreour day for the Painted Churches tour. I was pleasantly surprised at the absolutely amazing freshness and quality of the food and modern/light atmosphere of this place (a bit unexpected after a few lackluster food experiences in Schulenberg leading up to our lunch here). It was every bit at good as some of the cafes I've eaten in major cities (where there is heavy dining competition). Mom and I both ordered their delicious chicken salad sandwich, piled high (but not too thickly) with shredded chicken on perfectly baked, flaky (but not too flaky) croissant bread. The chicken salad was a perfect blend of seasonings with a few cranberries for a little sweetness. Divine! Each sandwich came with a side of crispy/perfect (seemingly handmade) chips. Our tour guide ordered a gourmet grilled cheese sandwich which she seemed to really enjoy as well, complete with perfectly buttered and crisp grilled sourdough bread. The atmosphere was very modern and new yet warm and dotted with beautiful antique pieces (be sure to check out the old buffet across from the bathroom doors, gorgeous!). And this place seemed packed with many locals in their brunch attire to enjoy the great food and great hospitality of the wait staff. Behind the restaurant, they also host a beautiful nursery where you can browse under the trees through their fairly extensive collection of plants (flowering and non flowering - we saw some variations of native flowering plants we've either never seen before or don't see often so my mom purchased a few for her garden!), chat with the very knowledgeable and friendly owner of the nursery, browse the little nursery gift shop full of unique and beautiful items, and even visit with the sweet "shop" kitties (who seem to like to hang out near the nursery gift shop entrance) if you wish. All in all, a very special experience at this gem in Schulenberg. We will definitely make this our number one stop for meals (and to buy more plants) in Schulenberg when we return!

Our waitress was super friendly. They put a lot of pride into their ingredients. It was all top…read morenotch! The brioche bun was extremely fresh. The lamb burger was a perfect medium and juicy. The fish tacos were perfectly fried mahi-mahi filets on a fresh flour tortilla and perfectly dressed. The outdoor seating was perfect for the weather, though many other diners were enjoying the ambiance inside. Anfmd you HAVE to try the bread pudding! :-D

What a great find! We are traveling from Houston to Wimberley on Hwy 10 when I looked on Yelp for…read morea good place to stop for lunch. Decided to try Jamie's Cafe in Flatonia. Almost decided it was the wrong place since it is located at the front of the stock yard. Believe me, we are so glad we went in. Food, exceptional! Service, fantastic. Ambiance, fun and very interesting. People are friendly and happy. We had the chicken fried steaks with cream gravy, comes with three sides, I picked mashed potatoes, green beans & fried zucchini, my husband picked corn, coleslaw & fried okra, every bite was delicious!! Bobby, our server was delightful. We will mark Jamie's as a must stop on our future trips.

This is excellent food. I never had anything but good food…read more Catfish, shrimp, veggies, salad, everything, tip-top. Best burgers and onion rings around. The staff are very personable. I was never told no on any requests!

Worth the drive - excellent wine and meal and dessert in a great ranch country setting. The…read moreservice was very good and not rushed...we were able to enjoy our evening and will return soon.

This is not a French or European Restaurant as described. It has a lovely atmosphere, friendly…read morepeople, etc., but the day I went, they had Sushi... which is definitely not what I was looking for when choosing a restaurant described as French/European.

Have always loved their food and family feel to the restaurant but I was blown away recently. Took…read moreour 2 year old grandson for his birthday dinner and the staff heard it was his birthday so they ALL gathered around our table and sang happy birthday to him, along with half the other customers participating. They also surprised him with an ice cream Sunday, which he devoured quickly. Many thanks to the staff for making his day extra special.

Stopped by to grab lunch on our way to San Antonio and the reviews weren't wrong. The food was…read moredelicious and fresh that was beyond my expectations. Will definitely come back again on our next road trip.

If you ever find yourself passing through Flatonia, Texas, do yourself a favor and stop at Darlin's…read moreDiner. This place is the definition of small-town charm. The food tastes like it came straight out of a family kitchen--fresh, hearty, and downright delicious. The atmosphere is exactly what you hope for in a hometown diner: locals chatting over coffee, a welcoming vibe the moment you walk in, and a staff that treats you like you've been coming there for years. Everyone is genuinely friendly, and it's clear this spot is a community favorite. One of the small town touches the place boasts is that it's connected to a boutique, so you can enjoy a great meal and then browse around a bit. Nestled in this little Texas town, Darlin's Diner just has that warm, welcoming feeling that makes you want to sit a little longer and come back again. Small town, big flavor, and even bigger hospitality. Highly recommend.

Our last day in town we visited this place for breakfast…read more The service was phenomenal, all the servers and food runners would always checking on tables. We ordered an omelet, eggs Benny, waffles, and a BLT. All the food was fresh and delicious. The chai tea and coffee were also great! They have the cutest store in the back where you can go crazy buying unique gifts. I left with a ton of treasures. Such a Darlin place!

Walked in at 8:22pm on a Saturday, although they were cleaning up we got waited on with a smile!…read more We had lemonade & enchiladas, service was prompt and food was absolutely delicious! The place was small and quaint but very clean and although empty it was perfect! The enchilada gravy was great! We will definitely return! It's a must stop if you're traveling on I-10!!

Beef and Chicken Combo fajitas were a 10! Full of flavor yummmm! Charro beans amazing! Beef Fajita…read moreburrito was delicious and HUGE!!!! Kinda hard to find at night but so glad we went! I will definitely have to go back when in town! Service was fast and on point! Nice clean restaurant!

I don't know why people are giving this place a bad review. We went on a weekday, during lunch…read moretime, and everything was amazing! Sliced brisket sandwich: delicious with plenty of meat 1 meat lunch plate: the beans were good and the beef was well seasoned. I really like the BBQ sauce. Pecan pie: one of the best that we've ever had. It's sweet but not overwhelming. Lemonade: it was a bit tart but exactly what it should be Staff: everyone was quite friendly Dining hall: (next door) was very clean and quiet We will definitely be coming back!

Joel's BBQ looked promising from the outside--the smoke made it seem like we were about to get some…read moregreat BBQ. Unfortunately, that wasn't the case. The chicken was dry and tasted old, the brisket was tough, and the ribs had barely any meat or flavor. Nothing we tried felt fresh or well-prepared. Save yourself the disappointment and keep driving to Luling for much better BBQ.

Tried the hotdog wish they had an option for hot chili it tasted ok but Wow the sliced brisket was…read moreso tender and flavorful I highly recommend - got some of the jalapeño sausage - very tasty - I took a 1/2 pound of each home! I'll be back!

I made a deliberate exit off of I10 just to check it out…read more Upon entering you see patrons eating at tables along the wall across from the meat showcase. Down a narrow aisle towards the back you see a line of folks ordering to-go food, but there is no recognizable way to determine how to order out of the meatcase. I finally got a clerk to notice that I wanted something out of the case, ... he gathered my selected items and said, "meet me at the register." I purchased the beef links, hot chubbys, and the homemade weiners. That night, I had it all on the smoker. Everything was delicious. I found the weiners very dense and meaty, but heavy on salt content. I tried marinating them, to tone the salt down a bit, but to no avail. I'll be boiling the next batch to see if that helps. Overall, City Market is a place to visit if you're flying down I10 past Schulenburg, Texas. I'll be back.

The middle of nowhere with the greatest southern hospitality I've ever experienced. The service was…read moreone of a kind, polite and attentive staff full of enthusiasm and character. They were very welcoming and made our dog completely comfortable being there. If that wasn't enough the food, fried chicken and pork loin was delicious. It was Sunday so it's the only plate served but it's the only plate I'd order after having it. The fried chicken was one of the best I've had. I really enjoyed the old school feel and all of the antiques, not to mention the live music which made me feel at home. I loved this place and recommend anyone passing to stop and try it out.

Had a great time, enjoyed wonderful food and soaked up the history at Sengelmann Hall yesterday…read more Mom and I are in Schulenburg this week to tour the painted churches and could not pass up having schnitzel here after seeing the restaurant featured on the Texas Day Tripper. The schnitzel was tasty and the crust was excellent, the sauerkraut balls were very tasty as well. Never had such a thing before, but I'm going to try to make them at home. The service was spot on and a side dish of history made it even better. When you visit, be sure to go upstairs to see the dance hall.

The location is easy to find, and access, with adequate street parking…read more Katz coffee is served, which we learned to really enjoy after touring their roasting location in Houston. I was disappointed in the Ruben sandwich. Mind you, it was served warm as most are, but after eating Reubens from delis with lots of meat, from the photos you can see that my Reuben from here had a skimpy serving of meat. Additionally, I thought that the menu had it at one price and the register rung it up as $1.00 higher. I found that it is a dollar more for a salad. It comes standard with chips. That's reasonable to me and I thought that the salad was good. My spouse had the burger, and she enjoyed it. She liked that it came with a choice of fries or a healthy salad. I was pleased that a Zero Coke was only $2.00. That's extremely reasonable!

We went exploring in Schulenburg, a cute little town right near Weimar, Texas. They are located by…read moreother stores, which we didn't stop by to see cause it started pouring rain when we got there. They do have plenty of parking spaces though. We needed some good coffee, so we stopped by Tille's Cafe. It has a really cute interior, and I ordered an Iced Hot & Dirty, which is a Chai Latte with a shot of espresso. I swapped the milk for oat milk, and I was impressed, it was delicious!! The bathrooms are very clean. The staff was friendly. They serve food as well, though we didn't stay to eat. I did notice others enjoying their meals and reading inside! A cute little coffee shop if you're looking to catch up with friends, do some work, etc.!