This place is amazing! It's located in the heart of Bastrop in the downtown area and parking is a…read morelittle tricky if it busy. When you arrive inside you get a southern homey vibe and are greeted with smiles. I then noticed on the wall that they were known for their breakfast. So I was ecstatic to try it out. When seated I scanned over the menu and decided to try the Chicken Fried Steak breakfast plate. When the food arrived I was shocked! The portions were huge and the biscuit was so soft and delicious and the potatoes were crispy and delectable! The eggs were fluffy and the entire overall experience was phenomenal! I highly recommend this place and even the price was decent! So if you are in the area and want a good meal, stop bye!

I haven't had a Monte Cristo since the days of Bennigan's--almost 20 years ago--so my expectations…read morewere very high when I saw this much beloved dish on the menu. While this wasn't quite the nostalgic Monte Cristo I remembered, it was definitely good enough to scratch the itch. It even came with that sweet jam dipping sauce that's a must with a Monte Cristo. The sandwich had great flavor and held its own, and the fries were perfectly crispy and crunchy. Great rendition of a classic with a homemade take that still hit all the right notes.

The Friar is a great eatery at Sherwood Forest Faire. While you can't just simply drive up to eat…read morethere, as this inside the Faire, you can enjoy their faire food. They do have a delectable specialty dish you should ask if they have available -- their Queso cheese fries. This dish was accidentally invented when they ran out of normal cheese at VikingFest and used Queso instead of the normal boring cheese for cheese fries. It is an outstanding improvement over all other known cheese fries known to man. So good they are life changing. That's right, having a mid life crisis? Order the queso fries. Going thru a messy divorce? Order the queso fries? Dying of cancer? Order the queso fries. While your milage may vary, and the Fat Friar can't fix all your problems, you at least can face the world over a tasty meal.

Hamburger Steak was delicious. Tender with brown mushroom gravy. Broccoli salad was good too! Nice…read moreclean place. Off the beaten path but worth the drive.

Great food here at the farmhouse kitchen! The owner has come up to us and spoken to our family both…read moretimes we've dined in which is a nice personal touch :) The pancakes are yummy & the dinner is also delicious, I had the hamburger steak and it had such a nice savory flavor, I do wish there was a little bit more of the gravy, so next time I will make sure to order more on the side.

If you're looking for bold, unforgettable flavor--this place absolutely delivers…read more We started with the macaroni balls, and they were HUGE. Crispy on the outside, golden and crunchy, with a cheesy, gooey center that tasted like true homemade mac & cheese. Already off to a strong start. Then came the chicken and waffles... and let me just say: the chicken is a 1000/5. Perfectly crispy, well-seasoned breading with juicy, tender meat inside. Every bite was packed with flavor. The waffle was soft, fluffy, buttery, and cooked just right--paired perfectly with the chicken. I also tried the gumbo (added shrimp). The flavor was definitely there, rich and well-developed with a great consistency on the roux. For me personally, it was just a tad on the salty side--but honestly, not enough to take away from the overall experience. Even the cabbage was seasoned perfectly and cooked just right--nothing on the table was bland. This is one of those spots where you can taste the care in every dish. Flavor everywhere, no shortcuts. Five stars all the way. I'll definitely be back.

Lovely Bride is always looking for new out of the way cafés, and found this one on an afternoon…read moretrip to Elgin. A cafe attached to an Exxon station in the literal middle of nowhere? Sign us up! This is a little gem that is apparently owned and run by some New Orleans raised folks, and the menu lovingly reflects those roots. Breakfast all day, and tons of other mouthwatering selections. At the recommendation of our server I ordered the Tenders and Waffles. There were so many hot, juicy and crispy tenders on a waffle sprinkled with powdered sugar and honey... and it was soooo good. The dining room was clean, the staff was on too of everything and super nice, and the food was great. We will be back!

Hadn't been in a while but decided to stop by Saturday for lunch with my family. Service was great,…read morefriendly and attentive. We all ordered different sandwiches, burgers and a salad and everyone was very happy either their meals. The salad was large and packed full of ingredients which is always appreciated. The burger was large and juicy and my son throughly enjoyed it. They were a little light on the fries as a side though. Overall, very happy with our food, prices and service and can't wait to go back and try their Sunday brunch.

What an amazing place and I love that it honors the men and women protecting our streets and…read morecountry. The brunch was very tasty and presented very well. The atmosphere was relaxed with knowledgeable and attentive wait staff. I can't wait to go back to Pour It Forward.

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.

The food is AMAZING and the service is GREAT as well!!! Overall it is a WONDERFUL place to eat!!!read more

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

I lovee the Caff Staff! Favorite little spot to work from or grab a bite. Their food is SO yummy,…read morecoffee (Holy cow) is chef's kiss and I get the breakfast croissant probably a little too much :p. The entirely Women run staff are amazing, fun, friendly and caring. Cute aesthetic inside and plenty of outdoor seating outside. Big love for Caff

Great little hole in the wall in the heart of downtown Bastrop! I like to come here to grab coffee…read moreand breakfast while working on laptop. There are cute tables outside as well with umbrellas. The food is yummy and the coffee is amazing (particularly the Holy Cow)! The staff are so friendly and welcoming- love this place!

This is a hidden gem in Taylor and a must visit. The good is amazing, the people are even better…read more Feels like your visiting family. It's actually past of the old highschool in the band hall. They have musical instruments as decorations all over honoring the buildings original venue it's so cool. Oh and get the Snickers pie it's so dang good I can't even begin to explain just how good it is. They recommended I get it and do glad I did. This one has been added to our date night list.

Great food, service set in an old band building. Git the meatloaf plus mashed potatoes and green…read morebeans. Seasoned perfectly. Great service!

Haven't had a bagel since arriving in Austin last year in the summer. SO... Nervous Charlie's was a…read morespot to go! I honestly didn't know what to expect coming here but there were, to me, mouth watering choices. Coming inside, there's a counter with menus and 2 kiosks to order what anyone wants. There are options on bagels on how it can be prepared along with other options to add or remove items on the bagel. The staff is friendly and them bagels... izzzzz delishhhh-shussssssss!!!!

Nervous Charlie's is some of the best bagels you'll find in North Austin. You order on a screen at…read morethe counter but the staff is usually standing by and happy to help you. They offer all classic bagels (sesame, everything, pumpernickel, plain, etc.) with several cream cheese options and bagel sandwiches too. Spring 2026 they have a seasonal dill pickle cream cheese is incredible! I wish it was a permanent option. Service was pretty quick. They brought the order to my table. The place has outdoor seating, although it's right on Lamar so you have to contend with street traffic. During the pandemic, you had to order well in advance, but now on weekdays, you can usually walk in and get your order quickly. Weekends might require a little planning for a larger order. They don't have a great coffee program. They offer light and dark roasts, no espresso drinks or decaf. But I still think they deliver a great, no-frills bagel shop.