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!

Oakridge kicked off its roadside buffet by some accounts back in 1964. Walking in the doors you…read morefeel like you could be in the same era. I don't think that itself harms the score but certainly some upgrades to bathrooms would not hurt. The decorum likely from wallpaper to interior finishes may have remained untouched since the 60's which gives it a very rustic feel. Going to win the battle in food for certain demographics..seeing kielbasa sausage with sauerkraut and bacon I am right at home. Country fried pork, cooked cabbage, real mashed potatoes and I follow you anywhere, but realize it's not for everyone. There was a salad bar section but I was interested in other items. Some items were not really warm like the sausage, fried chicken, beef stew compared to other items like country friend pork sitting right beside them which was disappointing. Still food flavor was good and this is good ole' fashioned recipe prep. Chicken soup was very good and scalding hot. Hot peach cobbler and banana pudding for desserts were very good and would put the banana pudding in a state fair contest and confidently claim blue ribbon status prior to judging. Don't let the score fool you, I'd be back just because it's my comfort food preference and I have some tolerance but for families getting off the highway with picky eaters may keep going. Country folks and truckers coming off a long day will appreciate the down home feel.

I hadn't eaten here in awhile and my visit today reminded me why…read more If you get the buffet, most everything is industrial slop. I watched them replenish the condiments on the salad bar, they came from huge jars of goo. On the hot bar, the vegetables were obviously low-grade offerings from a food service company. The meats were overcooked and over seasoned. The ribs were of such poor quality, they were inedible. The peach cobbler was halfway decent, couldn't tell what the other hot dessert was. Service was initially quick but then the server never returned. Ambiance? A poor man's country store. Schobel's in Columbus is much better for this type of food. Skip this place.

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 stopped by The Garden Co. in Round Top and it was such a great find. I had the Greek salad with…read moresalmon on top and it was so good. It had avocado, cherry tomatoes, feta, and kalamata olives, and everything tasted super fresh. The vinaigrette really made it. It was light, flavorful, and tied everything together perfectly. Overall, just a really solid, fresh, and satisfying meal. I would definitely go again if I were visiting!

Mom and I went to this spot, my stepdad told us that people raved about the Brussel sprouts. They…read moresure were delicious! We all loved them. We all got the Rueben sandwich which was really tasty. The pastrami was a little fatty but we still enjoyed the sandwiches. The fries were not bad, I was expecting shoestring fries though from previous photos but they were regular cut home style fries. I was a little disappointed they didn't have honey mustard and the chips were a tad stale but we would definitely come back again. The service was really quick and friendly. The restaurant is super cute too! I love the decor. Stop by and see them!

A must stop if you are traveling between Houston and Austin on Hwy 71. I'm usually a Bucees guy,…read morebut this place specializes in something that the beaver doesn't. Kolaches! Arguably one of the greatest foods ever invented. Atleast in my world. How can you go wrong with bread filled with sweet or savory fillings? Hruska's is about halfway between Houston and Austin and a perfect rest stop to fill up on gas, use the clean facilities, grab a snack or indulge in their amazing baked goods. They are steeped in history and have been around for decades passing along the family recipes. It's obviously improved structurally over the years from a country store and looks like a modern gas station now. It's always pretty busy every time I have stopped in, but they are a well oiled machine and keep the masses moving with excellent customer service. They have all your gas station essentials like snacks and beverages. What sets them apart is their bakery. Here, they label their kolaches as the traditional fruit filled variety. I like them, but they are never my first choice. I love the ones with meat inside. Here, they label these as pigs in a blanket. They have a large variety of both. I usually go for a regular sausage and cheese, but over here, they sell a delicious pan sausage kind. On top of all their sweet and savory baked goods, they also sell burgers on the grill. Their burgers have made it to the Texas Monthly Top 50 burger spots. I have yet to try it. Overall, this is an always stop place for me. I highly recommend stopping here to stretch your legs and enjoy a delicious pastry while you're at it. I will definitely be back.

Great half way stop between Houston and Austin. Friendly gas stop / local bakery with a Texas…read moreSouthern Hospitality vibe. Gas prices were reasonable for being directly off 71 and service was friendly. Plenty of snacking choices with a local bakery with signature kolaches and Danish. Worth a look !!

This place was absolutely amazing! It is right in the middle…read moreof San Antonio and Houston. The service was great, atmosphere was amazing, and the food was even better. We took our dog and they have a beautiful section in the back that is gated that you can sit out there and eat and it added so much to the atmosphere. They're breathing that they use for the chicken is remarkable and I also ended up getting their cheesecake and that was one of the top cheesecakes that I've had. 10/10 recommend. I will be doing a day trip just to come back here.

Such a cute little place right on Main Street…read more We came in for breakfast and were seated right away. Our waitress was super friendly and knowledgeable. I ordered a vanilla chai, and fresh orange juice. The chai was aromatic and delicious and the orange juice tasted amazing. We ordered a BLT, fried chicken with chorizo gravy, fried shrimp with string onions, and mashed potatoes with a Caesar salad, and a mango bowl. The fried chicken was crispy on the outside and juicy and tender on the inside. The BLT and fried shrimp were fantastic. Such a cute place to come eat breakfast or lunch!

My husband and I split a cheeseburger and a chicken tender plate -- and we forgot to take a picture…read morebefore we started eating because it looked that good! The photo definitely doesn't do it justice. The chicken and fries are homemade and absolutely delicious. The service was great, and the ambiance was awesome. Fun sports bar vibe and very clean! Fresh flowers in the restroom was a nice touch. We loved it and will definitely be back!

We were driving through from Austin to Houston and found this place. The people were so friendly…read more It's bigger than it looks from the outside. My husband loved the fish and chips and I enjoyed the smash burger sliders. The food came so fast too.

I was driving from Houston to Austin I saw that taqueria I got the red chile burrito…read more flour tortillas are the best They close at 2 , but they'll still make a burrito for you ..

Food is okay but when it comes to customer service they have an attitude with customers…read more They gave me wrong order and I call them the lady didn't admit to it She had and attitude like she already had the money and they don't care about it

Had the absolute BEST experience here for lunch with my family!! The PECAN PIE LATTE is to die for!…read more We had salad, paninis and wraps and all were amazing! Great atmosphere & music!! Such a great place!

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.

Good service, funky ambience, tasty food. Great selection of…read morehomemade pies. A Round Top tradition for many years.

Ate there twice in consecutive days with my family of seven and everyone loved the food, the…read moreservice, and the funky decor. I had the Grilled Shrimp BLT both days, the most unusual sandwich I have ever had and certainly one of the best! Highly recommended! Expect a line on weekends unless you arrive at 11 or 11:30.