This restaurant is a treasure! So good. Such nice wait staff. We stopped in between softball games for our granddaughter. It was all delicious. Some had lunch, some breakfast. Will not disappoint. read more

Our food arrived hot and tasty as though the cook prepared it personally for our tastebuds. The server Debra was awesome, she gave us detailed answers to our questions. The dining environment was great because it wasn't loud or noisy. read more

Save you time and money. I had the burbon pecan crusted chicken, and left 75% of it on the plate

Food service and experience is fantastic. The beet burger is such a creative option and really everything I've tried is superb. One of the best old fashioneds in town. read more

Delicious comfort food and delightful service (ask for Jenna) are just a couple of reasons to frequent this New Braunfels' gem. At Root Cellar, you're warmly welcomed, and have an expansive menu of breakfast, brunch and lunch options. I recommend the savory Belgium waffle, and their bright and refreshing cold brew. Note: I have a cinnamon allergy. It was reassuring how concerned and cautious the whole team was in ensuring none of the spicy bitterness touched my plate. Cheers! read more

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Our food was delicious, we started with the Brussel sprouts, had the French toast and steak and eggs. But our most enjoyable part of the experience was our server. Kamryn was awesome! Very attentive, made substitutes that she could had easily said "we can't do that to". Very professional and cool at the same time. read more

Great food and great service! Debra was attentive and super helpful. We had the shrimp and grits and home style breakfast.

Great food. Service was exceptional. We enjoyed the overall ambiance. Only downside is the restroom situation, especially the woman's restroom; one stall. read more

What my bf likes to call one of my bougie breakfast places I pick. Service was great. The food was delicious. read more

Root Cellar Cafe - French toast - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - New Braunfels, Texas

Food was great and service was excellent! Will come back to this location. The location was a cottage core felling and decor is nice!

The food is so delicious - I mean the chicken and waffles and the Hill country (biscuits and gravy) are to die for. Everyone here is so attentive and fast! The coffee is the best around - like I LOVE this place!! Hands down the best breakfast! Did someone say mimosas?? So delicious and reasonably priced! Bring your friends and enjoy a good time - you will thank me! read more

Root Cellar Cafe - Hill country breakfast - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - New Braunfels, Texas

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What a wonderful hidden gem in New Braunfels! I really like the vibe of this place-very homey. We had a large group that we were entertaining, and they put us in the private room in the back which was perfect. Food and drinks were excellent, along with our service-can't ask for more than that. The food is made from scratch and you can definitely taste the difference in the quality of food here. I had the Better Than Mom's meatloaf and it was absolutely delectable. It was really moist and tender, and not dried out at all-I would absolutely recommend this dish. Check this place out! read more

What a fantastic place! The ambiance is just awesome, and everything is put together so well. The service was great, and you can really see how well the staff works together. Plus, the food was absolutely delicious! read more

Root Cellar Cafe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - New Braunfels, Texas

Stopped in for breakfast and sat at the bar -- great choice, place was on a 30 min wait. The vibe was relaxed, and Gummy behind the bar was friendly and attentive without being overbearing. We had the eggs, grits, and avocado toast, and everything was spot on. The eggs were perfectly cooked, the grits were creamy and well-seasoned. The avocado toast had that perfect balance of freshness and crunch. You can tell they use quality ingredients. Coffee was hot, which I always appreciate when I'm at the bar. Overall, it's the kind of place that makes you want to linger a little longer -- comfortable, welcoming, and consistently good food. Definitely a spot I'll come back to and try the lunch! read more

First and foremost: THANK YOU, ELLA! It's so rare to have perfectly timed service that's neither too intrusive, nor too aloof. She never came while our mouths were full of food, either! Ella, you are phenomenal and deserve the highest of praises! This place has such a sweet, homey farmhouse vibe to it! Adorable little wooden tables like kind all of our grandparents had decades ago. The food... OMG! First of all, those brussel sprouts with tomato bacon jam were delicious! Personally, I wanted to try all of the appetizers, but I knew I didn't have the stomach to finish it all. I definitely made the right choice by going for those brussel sprouts, though. I'll have to try the asparagus fries next time... *le sigh* My friend got the Caribbean stacker and I got the marinated eggplant sandwich. Perhaps I'm biased, but my sandwich was utterly perfect in every way! Hers was delicious for the carnivore in dire need of protein, but mine was delicious from the bottom slice to the top of that wheatberry bread sandwich. Do I need to go back? Absolutely! Next time, I'm going for asparagus and the beet & goat cheese salad. Don't be surprised if I'm back in soon. #JustSayin read more

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We waited excessively long for our food, which had no seasoning, was lukewarm at best. Service from the front door to the end was horrible. We have supported this place in San Marcos and even in NB several times, but after today, we will never return. Very poor food and very poor service. read more

Service and food were great! The atmosphere was unique and clean. The plates had a good presentation and were filling.

We went for brunch and the service and food were AMAZING! Very cute location and the whole team over there is great as well! Definitely makes it into the restaurant rotation! Shrimp and grits are the best in town! read more

Root Cellar Cafe - Shrimp and Grits with Chorizo - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - New Braunfels, Texas

Delicious food and drink! Relaxed and comfortable vibe. We enjoy breakfast here regularly and have never been anything but full and happy! Excellent wait staff that hover just enough and never rush us. Enjoy this great restaurant! read more

I came here with my family for breakfast. The food was delicious and the service was excellent. I will definitely go back when I return to New Braunfels. read more

Amazing little breakfast focused cafe. Start with asparagus fries and follow it up with biscuits and gravy! Also, ask for Debra, she was great! read more

After checking reviews I decided to check out the restaurant myself on a Monday (midmorning). Few people, but tables filled over the hour I was there. Server Jordan was pleasant and attentive. Her smile set a nice tone for my breakfast. The Hill Country Breakfast was good. The serving was generous. The black coffee actually tasted like coffee - a plus for me. My only negative would be how loud it became inside, especially when young children with very loud voices were seated nearby. Their mothers spoke loudly as well. Oh well, I'll have to come earlier next time. : ) read more

My girlfriends and I came in for brunch. From the time we walked in the door until the time we left out, everyone working, there were extremely welcoming and very nice. Our waitress, I forgot her name, was awesome! She was attentive to everyone's needs, and kept refilling our drinks as they became low. The food was amazing! I ordered the Brazilian French toast with a side of bacon and eggs. Everything came out hot and fresh. They gave me plentiful French toast that I could have taken some home. This was my first time coming here, but definitely will not be my last! I recommend anyone looking for a good meal in a wonderful atmosphere to come here. You will not be disappointed. read more

Root Cellar Cafe - Brazilian French toast with berries and homemade whipped cream, 2 eggs and bacon. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - New Braunfels, Texas

This is one of those places that I'd like to keep a secret so I don't have to wait to be seated! But it's so good and the service is fantastic, they deserve the recognition and business. Their sausage patties and jalapeño cream gravy are my whole reason for Saturday mornings! Coffee stays full, even with a splash of Bailey's in it. ;) read more

Food was amazing!! The French toast was made with challah and tossed in cinnamon sugar. Good even without the syrup. The eggs Benedict was cooked to perfection and the potatoes were super crispy and delicious. Trevor and Debrah gave amazing service and the restaurant is comfy and cozy, perfect for this cold rainy weather. read more

Root Cellar Cafe - Eggs Benedict - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - New Braunfels, Texas

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Wait staff was good. Food was good. The place is so loud. I think they should do something about absorbing some of the sound. I would go back. I just know what to expect. read more

We hosted a family celebration for a Texas State grad. The folks at Root Cellar arranged a great space for our party of 12. Our server was attentive, the space was private enough and our food service was timed very well. Our food was very tasty and my "I'm your huckleberry" drink was delicious. Would like to come back again for lunch. read more

Root Cellar Cafe - "I'm Your Huckleberry" - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - New Braunfels, Texas

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Came in during the rush looking for a hearty breakfast. Sat at the bar to avoid the wait where our order was promptly and politely taken. For those of you not wanting booze with your breakfast there is a plethora of juices. I had apple juice, cold and crisp in a mason jar. Later I had a coffee that was both smooth and refreshing. However!! If you find yourself wanting to pair your plate with a pint, a spritz or something to make you rosey cheeked. Their selection of whiskeys is quite impressive as is the mixed/specialty drink list. For breakfast I want with the smokehouse hash! From order to food hitting the table took about 12 minutes. Pros: that kale was the bees knees. Along with the whole plate all the flavors both natural and added were really good! I could eat that every day! Cons: I only got a few slices of sausage that I didn't see until the bottom. Flavor was fantastic, but I feel it wasn't used as well in the contextual mix of the dish. Would have enjoyed a slice or two more in the bowl. All in all, really good stuff! Next time Im exploring the mixed drinks and getting a waffle! Well done yall! read more

Root Cellar Cafe - Smokehouse hash - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - New Braunfels, Texas

This is quickly becoming one of our favorite places, food is excellent. There really has not been anything we tried that we did not enjoy. Service is fast and friendly, sometimes too talkative, but it is nice to have conversation from time to time as well. Definately a place to go when you want home style, fresh food and get away from the same old same old restaurants around town. read more

Food is a great variety and presents very well. Wait staff is very friendly. Prices are a little high.

Everything priced on menus was $1.50-2 more on receipt so check that out if you do try this place! Other than that it was pretty good!

Decided to try this place out for the first time. It's in the old Smokehouse Restaurant. Cool setup. We got a few apps and different entrees. App 1 was Beer Bread with honey butter 6/10 - the bread was ok, not much flavor. The honey butter was ok. App 2 was Blistered Brussel Sprouts 9/10 - nice crunch, good flavor. The extra toppings were good, which was bacon and tomato with a sriracha tomato sauce. Shrimp & Grits 6/10 - shrimp was plump and moist, with a good overall seasoning. The grits were decent. Chicken Primavera 6/10 - another average dish. Meatloaf 8/10 - best entree of the night. The meat was good and the sauce was very good. Mashed potatoes and green beans were all good. Bourbon Pecan Chicken 6/10 - it was average. The chicken was ok and the seasoning was meh. The Bar Drinks 5/10 - meh Atmosphere 6/10 - outside picnic tables on the porch were cool. Inside was plain and generic. It was very loud inside. Service 6/10 - was average I would suggest you try it out and form your own opinion. read more

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Wonderful staff. Excellent food. The salmon was so tender and the eggplant was perfectly cooked. read more

Root Cellar Cafe - Salmon with Balsamic Glaze - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - New Braunfels, Texas

My first time having dinner here....The Brussels sprouts were amazing. The chicken was delicious. Service was amazing. Definitely, I will be back... So, I decided to try breakfast. I tried Root Cellar for breakfast. I selected the hill Country Breakfast: homemade biscuits, with excellent gravy with jalapenos (not spicy), eggs perfectly cooked. Service was impeccable. People who frequent Buttermilk Cafe...should try this place for breakfast. I decided to have their whiskey smash cocktail. ..it was excellent. If you haven't been here...give it a a try. You will not be disappointed. My waiter said the grilled cheese sandwich for lunch is awesome. I like the interior design. The manager said that they are building a play area for children and they have bands playing...not sure how often. The outside area has beautiful old oak trees. read more

Waiter was amazing and took great care of us. Atmosphere was very cute. It was a bit too cold, so bring a light jacket. The food was good, but the portions were a bit of a miss. Seemed you'd get more for your $20 per plate than a 2 by 3 inch piece of meat and a dollop of potatoes. I've heard breakfast is better, so I will give it another try. read more

Highly recommended by friends for great comfort food. The man enjoyed the meatloaf and I had a great burger. Very attentive and friendly service. We will definitely return. read more

We ordered both red and white sangria. White is a little sour and bubbly which my wife loved. I had the red which was great! Not too sweet and very refreshing. We had both soup which were a tomato basil and potato sausage chowder and they were excellent! For dinner we the beet & goat cheese salad with the brew house burger which I was very impressed. Service was delightful and very attentive. If you want a great meal from start to finish with top ingredients you must try this place. Our new favorite place for dinner. read more

I always love coming here simply because of the rustic environment. The staff are very wonderful and provide excellent service. My most favorite dish there is the Bourbon Chicken with Grits, as well as the Bread Pudding with vanilla ice cream! Definitely recommend! read more

Went for a birthday lunch. Two couples. Around 1pm on a Saturday. Had to wait for around 20 minutes or so. Cute, cozy place. The staff were friendly. We decided not to do brunch. We had the aioli chicken sandwich, their version of shepherd's pie and two burgers. The potatoes that came with the burgers were super yummy. The burgers are not big (if that's your thing) but are very flavorful. We had water, iced tea and a Diet Coke (server said it wasn't real Diet Coke ). Chicken sandwich served on ciabatta was so good! We will have to come back for brunch because the French toast smelled amazing. read more

Great food, cute place! Went there for breakfast and some caffeine, accomplished both well