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    Gil's Broiler & Manske Roll Bakery

    3.7 (296 reviews)
    InexpensiveBurgers, American, Bakeries
    Closed 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Classy
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups

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    Manske Rolls
    Michelle C.

    I'm not typically a fan of cinnamon rolls, but my friends are, so I tagged along to Gil's--and I'm so glad I did! We ordered one regular Manske Roll and one with chocolate, and both were absolutely delicious. While we all agreed the original Manske Roll is our favorite, we're already planning to come back and try it with ice cream next time. The service was friendly and welcoming, and the ambiance felt so homey. Knowing this is San Marcos' oldest restaurant made the experience even better. The historic vibe is definitely present, and it's such a cool way to enjoy a piece of local history. Highly recommend checking out Gil's if you're in San Marcos--it's a true classic!

    Juicy patties!!!!

    Me and my girlfriend were just looking for some comfort food around town, was looking for a chili dog as I'm from Chicago and dearly miss my first love Portillos. We decided to come in and get some burgers for lunch, service was quick and prompt, let me just say....THESE THINGS ARE THE BOMB!!!! I got the Gil-a-Monster, my patties were the juiciest and most tasty that dare I say I've had in San Marcos!! Tots were perfectly fried!! And the MANSKE ROLLS!!! UGH!!! SO GOOD!!! We love the total hole in the wall restaurant down in the city feel, absolutely will be back again.

    Wow!
    Anthony K.

    Love Gil's! They serve a 1/4 lb with one meat patty, a 1/2 with two Pattie's, and then the three patty. There are a variety of toppings. The side orders are very reasonably priced. I have had their sweet potato fries and their rings. Both are exceptional. DONT forget the Manske Rolls. They also have various toppings and are delicious. They must be served warm as per instructions from Gil's.

    1/2 LB hickory burger
    Denise D.

    Gil's Broiler you did not disappoint!! I attended SWT from 83-85' and Gil's was one of my fave places. Almost 40 years later, they are still the bomb! I had a 1/2 LB burger hicory style, an order of Frots (fries & tots), and a Manske roll with bacon! The burger was cooked to perfection, as were the Frots. I savored every bite! I brought the Manske roll home for later. 30 secs in the microwave & heaven awaits! ***Big bonus points to the considerate server that brought my order out to me so I didn't have to leave my pup in the car!

    Manske Rolls to-go (4pk)
    Jerry E.

    REMEMBER THIS: Manske Roll If you order nothing else. Get at least ONE! No Regrets!!! After so many years... Gils is still on Point!! Burgers still Stam! And the Manske Rolls are still rockin 100%!!

    Manske roll
    Joseph S.

    Was in San Marcos for the weekend and The Manske rolls came to mind. I had not had one since I was younger when they were being made in the bakery or being sold at H‑E‑B had to take the trip to Gil's to get my fix on and it sure hit the spot I was with my daughter who had never had one and she loved it I bought a pack of 4 for the trip home and my daughter insisted I get her one of her own as well. Delicious as always

    Onion rings were pretty good
    Toni S.

    Hubby has been wanting to get to Gil's for a while so he went and brought me and Mom lunch. We all got the 1/2 pound burgers with different toppings. Me and Mom should have had no mayo but it was on there. It didn't ruin it for me but I really don't care for mayo. I had onion rings and hubby had gator tots. I took a picture of the onion rings because I couldn't find one. They were pretty good, and tater tots were ok. Finally, they had their rolls but one get one so Mom and Hubby enjoyed them. They were so good, they forgot to leave me a bite to sample. The service was ok, just hate they messed up and added mayo so I didn't get the full effect. Oh well, we will be back.

    Hanske roll with coffee ice cream
    David M.

    Gil's Broiler is right off of the square in San Marcos they offer burgers and the famous Hanske rolls. You can get the rolls single or in a four pack and they offer various toppings. I ordered it with the coffee ice cream they were unfortunately out of the vanilla. It was a great pair the coffee ice cream didn't have to strong of a coffee taste either. They have very reasonable pricing and the rolls are a good size. Great place with friendly staff with plenty of seating.

    Dylan V.

    Small spot but super good. Burgers were an amazing price. They have deals weekly so you're saving and it's the perfect size burger. Super filling. Fries are thin and great and the manske rolls here are great. Solid spot. The service was also great. Super friendly and helpful. Definitely recommend.

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    Well seasoned burgers. I have been coming here since I was a kid. Interior has changed completely. Manske rolls are to die for.

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    Great burgers and manske rolls! Only issue was they were out of a lot! No sweet potato fries, no ice, no knives, no vanilla ice cream.

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    Gils is a staple in the community, long standing burger shop that has great service, GREAT burgers and their desserts are amazing.

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    Great burger and customer service!! Sweets are amazing as well. Nice spot to get a bite to eat!

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