What a pleasant surprise it was to find this lovely casual restaurant tucked inside what was once…read morean old home and now part of a garden supply nursery and marketplace. We had a group of 8 adults who had just completed touring 2 of the Painted Churches, in and around Schulenburg. While our tour guide greeted several servers as we entered like old friends, I don't think that was the cause of their friendliness to our group as a whole, I saw them happily greeting everyone and providing excellent service. Our happy server quickly took drink orders, you can tell when a server is confident in her job and knows the routines as she never wrote anything down but when she returned with drinks, the orders were all correct. She then took orders for lunch, we had a variety of offerings from the menu. I decided on the Tzatziki Salad, a nicely presented Greek style salad with grilled chicken breast slices and some tzatziki with pita points. Others around me had the Rueben and the grilled chicken salad and said everything was perfect. I also heard great things about the home made chicken salad and their hamburgers. And if you feel like your garden needs a bit more color, just step into the garden center after lunch and pick out some lovely plants to take home!

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!

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.

Everything was good from the moment you stepped in here. It was like an old-school restaurant great…read moreservice, friendly smiles. The food portions were huge and everything was cooked to perfection. Absolutely amazing. Well done the burgers were even better. The steak was great the potato you name it we ate it. We're stuffed couldn't be happier.

The food was amazing. The chicken fried steak was perfection. The steak was excellent. Great…read moreservice. Place was clean and cozy

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!

food was amazing and the service was great! such a great place to eat I would definitely recommend!…read moretruly did taste like moms cooking

True delicious homemade food! TASTED like mom cooked…read moretonight. Fresh, and delicious. IF I LIVED CLOSER ID COME BACK OVER SND OVER!

My husband and I stopped by Joel's Bar-B-Q off Exit 661 in Flatonia, TX, and we're so glad we did!…read moreWe ordered two chopped beef barbecue sandwiches, and my husband just had to try their homemade sausage. Everything was absolutely delicious and full of flavor. The food was fresh, the homemade sausage was outstanding, and it definitely hit the spot. If you're passing through, Joel's Bar-B-Q is worth the stop. We'll definitely be back! Sorry we forgot to take pictures of sandwiches!!!

I have to tell you about Joel's BBQ in Flatonia, TX! Right off Highway 10- well worth the stop!…read moreProbably one of the best BBQ sandwiches I've ever had... and for the price-$7.10...it is the BEST! I liked the sliced brisket piled high on regular sliced bread! Served with pickles & onions, this sandwich filled us up... Fast friendly service with plenty of indoor seating! Don't miss This great BBQ experience!

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.

This place was such a great find in a small little German town (Schulenburg) halfway to Houston…read morefrom SATX! We met a friend here and I was so pleasantly surprised when we walked in. For one, they are dog friendly which we are so grateful for! Secondly, they were one of the few restaurants open on Sunday/the day we went. I'm not sure if it was due to a parade/festival going on! Either way I'm glad we ate here. On Sunday they are only open until 2:30pm and they only serve one meal (Fried chicken, pork, mashed potatoes and string beans w/carrots). My hubby and I shared it. It was absolutely delicious! The fried chicken was perfectly crisp and flavorful and the meat was tender and moist! Everything was very flavorful. The building itself is historic and has so much character and charm. There was a live musician that made the ambiance so welcoming as well. Service was wonderful from the moment we walked in. They allowed us to sit and wait for my friend without rushing us while still being attentive to our needs and bringing us drinks. Overall wonderful experience! Highly recommend if you're in the area!

I ordered a coconut cold brew. It took me back to Hawaii. Delicious! Ordered the create your own…read morebreakfast. Over easy eggs cooked to perfection, crispy bacon and grilled toast. Hubby ordered scrambled eggs, bacon and 1 hot cake. Warning, they are large. He also enjoyed a cappuccino. Cute restaurant with exceptional customer service. Our only complaint is we live a couple thousand miles away, but we will definitely make a point to stop here whenever we are driving through.

While in the area, for work, I decided to stop in to Tillie's Cafe for an early lunch and to grab…read morean iced coffee. I found this spot on Yelp and was super pleased with the service, the selection, the strong WiFi, the decor, and the overall vibes here that was super welcoming. Parking was easy off the street and there was plenty of other storefronts to wander & window shop as I made my way to Tillie's. This whole area is great so anywhere you park is going to be close. For my coffee I really enjoyed the iced Golden Ticket coffee I got that included a caramel and a hazelnut flavor with a nice house made cream added to the top. It was so tasty! For food it was hard to choose. Everything from "brekkie", or breakfast, to lunch looked so good as listed on their menu. I ended up with one of their "Handhelds" of the Besto Pesto that included sliced turkey, homemade pesto (nut-free too!), mayo, and some delicious house made pickles. This sando came with a side of house made chips as well and was the portion for my lunch. Since I was driving back to Austin (an hour+ away) I decided to get through all of what was on my plate and not take any leftovers home but I could've!!! I really loved their decor and the long large and beautiful wooden community table they had near the back of the cafe. I saw a whole group of women (more than 6 of them!) gathered around, chatting, and having tea. I assumed they were locals because like them, I would be hanging out here all day with my laptop and/or friends all day if I could. Highly recommend coming in and checking out what you can find to have while here. From coffees, breakfast, lunch, and even refreshing tasty sparkling drinks you will find something you want to have and probably keep coming back for in the future. When I am in the area again, this will definitely be part of my plans in stopping into and eating at again.