All we wanted was to order coffee and not be bothered, but everything was table service. Oh well!…read moreThe clerk working the order tablet was very helpful and made our experience a little bit better. I ordered a Red Eye, coffee with an espresso shot, and split an orange-cranberry muffin with Mom. Overall, the time spent was very good. Would eat here again if I'm ever in the area again.

The huevos rancheros were terrible. I almost never send food back but it was nothing like I…read moreexpected and smelled like feet when I got it. They used powdered eggs and just goofed everything together on top of the tortillas. The tortillas were so hard you couldn't cut them with a knife. I sent it back and got an omelet instead.

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!

I wanted to thank the staff for making my last two Friday's feel special…read more I am new to Texas and have been wanting to come and try out this spot. I'm also a first time mom and not working currently so my funds are low for spending. The staff (shout out to the ones I've met so far) Kevin, Brittany and Terrance took the time to explain how the cafe works. so many delicious options, I went with the jalapeno popper omelette which did not disappoint. Brittany helped navigate a coffee I would enjoy and I did! Try the Vietnamese iced coffee so good. my daughter and I sat outside and met Terrance, who came right up and introduced himself. made sure we were doing good and dj'd some great tunes. I'm not sure who was at the counter today but she was lovely. thank you all for the experience and great food

This place is great. I ran out of food while camping at a nearby 5-day music festival so I drove…read moreinto Smithville and had breakfast here. It's entirely donation based. You place your order and then take a seat and when they bring out your food, you get a little pocket to put cash into to pay whatever you want. The food was great and it benefits addiction recovery. My only complaint is that they really really really need to put fans on the patio cause I was swatting away flies the entire time I was eating. I wouldn't eat outside again. I went for breakfast and had a 3-meat omlette which I actually couldn't even finish cause I was full. It was a little weird getting the apple juice in a cup full of ice but I guess I could have gotten more if I wanted it. I'd like to back for lunch sometime.

I was in Gonzales, so my options were limited…read more.. Imagine a delicious BLT. With perfectly cooked bacon, crisp, cold lettuce, a beautiful, ripe, plump tomato with the right amount of mayo and some s&p and soft, lightly toasted bread. Not. What. I. Got. lol the bacon was burnt to a crisp, the tomato yellow and picked way too soon. No mayo. Hard bread. I also got a cup of tomato soup... also, not what you expect. I immediately felt sick after leaving. The restaurant was empty. We were literally the only table there. However, if you ask around the locals say this is the place to go to. Weird.

The street tacos look nothing like the photos that they advertise on their page. it was so dripping…read morewith oil and grease. I could not eat it. The tortilla was translucent. At least serve what you advertise.

Great food , Great prices , and Great Service everything came hot to the table me and my wide…read moreenjoyed our meal.

Excellent food and service today An excellent menu catering…read morefor a wide variety of tastes including vegetarian

So went by planning my breakfast in the area and sadly the Blue Willow is gone. Someone is…read morepainting a "Seafood and Steaks" sign. We have gone to the Burton cafe two versions, the German version that followed and the last five years, Blue Willow. Only open on Friday Saturday Sunday, but fun and great food. Restaurant business is hard, so cheers to the good times there. Be swift to enjoy things while they are here.

I went on a day trip to from Austin to Brenham and made a pit stop in Burton for this quaint little…read morecafe. Immediately the staff greeted us with a smile and quickly sat us down. Staff was overall incredibly kind and warm. The place was clean and aesthetically pleasing. I ordered the Classic French toast with potatoes and bacon. My friend got the Burton Farmhouse plate. And OMG the French toast was to die for. It was thick cut and perfectly fluffy with a slight cinnamon taste. The potatoes were crisp and perfectly seasoned. The bacon was also beautifully crisped and salty. I had some of my friends pancake and also approved! The only reason that I did not give it 5 stars was because the coffee and beverage quality could be better. Coffee tastes a bit burnt and the orange juice was not the best but that honestly was such a minimal detail that I truly did not care too much about. Otherwise, this is the best breakfast I've had in a very long time.

A nice place to stop by when you're on a road trip. Very casual/quaint cafe. Staff are very nice…read moreand they actually brought the food to us vs us going up to get it. Reminds me of Panera bread except local. The lunch specials are a STEAL - it comes with a drink and side salad or fruit salad. I thought the drink was going to be a small cup but it was HUGE. I wish the paninis had more substance but I loved the flavors (something about basil pesto that I really love too). Ingredients also tasted fresh and we didn't wait too long for it all to come out. If anyone needs to make a pit stop, I would recommend this place.

The food was great. The staff was pleasant and helpful. The combo special is a bit confusing...even…read morethough it says "any" panini only lunch panini available for special. Overall not a bad place to start the day off right. Cute Indoor/outdoor seating. A little wait for your order so don't expect to have a fast in and out. Be patient and you won't be disappointed.

Had a quick stop here on our way to Austin for breakfast. We ordered the fried chicken sandwich…read morewith fries, two overhard eggs, and two pancakes with some fruits on the side. The food was good and we also really enjoyed our pecan coffee. Would recommend the place!

Stopped here on the way to Canyon Lake. Breakfast was fresh and from scratch. Definitely recommend…read morethe pancakes, bacon and eggs! The southern hospitality was appreciated as well. We will be back!

The menu is tacos for breakfast style but you can get normal breakfast too. The inside is run down…read morebut the service was great and friendly and the food was hot and tasty.

We were starving from a long day on the road and so glad we stopped at Elvira's. Turns out, it's a…read morelittle authentic Mexican cafe. Salsa's fantastic (served warm), the food's fresh and delicious, sauces were excellent. They served our orders quickly and we were on our way. I will be back one day.

Freaking amazing ! I eat here time and time again I had…read moreevening buffet and nice southern hospitality Downside no refill on cokes

It's an older restaurant with a small store attached selling desserts, canned goods, pecans, etc…read more The restroom was clean. Wait to be seated. The self serve small buffet with dual serving sides includes salad, bread, veggies, and meats. Separate small dessert bar. There were 2 desserts-bread pudding and delicious peach cobbler and a soup. Multiple dining rooms with ample seating.