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    Smokin Pit BBQ

    5.0 (1 review)

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    R & R Bar-B-Que

    R & R Bar-B-Que

    4.3
    (7 reviews)
    1.1 mi

    Ah- mazing BBQ! Found this place from a flyer that was posted at my gym. Truly this is a hidden…read moregem. It's tucked away on a street behind the Sonic on highway 90. Met Nico, behind the counter, and apparently R&R BBQ is new and has only been open for 3-4 months. Her family has owned The Meat Market adjacent to the BBQ joint forever. She suggested the brisket as top choice and we added a few pork spareribs. $20 for 1lb of brisket, bread, bbq sauce, onions, and pickles , what a deal! The additional pork spareribs were only a few dollars more. The pork ribs were the best I've ever had so far. Literally fall off the bone and melt in your mouth deliciousness. The sliced brisket was tender, but the ribs shined. The pickles and onions were tangy and dilly, and the BBQ sauce had a vinegar base, but paired with well with proteins. She also let us know that their homemade jerky and parisa will be coming soon. Parisa? What is parisa you may ask....a cured meat mixed with cheese, spices, onions, and peppers and served on crackers. Well, I can't wait to try it : ) A Thanksgiving menu was posted up at the counter as well. We look forward to coming back and trying your sides and other yummy goodness! Fyi- to go only open 11am-6pm Friday, Saturday, and Sunday

    Good service and the pork ribs were the highlight. They were tender and full of flavor…read more Unfortunately, the rest of the food did not meet the same standard. The brisket lacked a strong smoke ring and had a gray appearance. I also tried the leg quarter, which came out dry, overcooked, and overly smoked. My friend ordered the sausage and it was dry as well. That said, the staff was genuinely kind and welcoming, and I appreciate that. I am willing to give them another try, but I also wanted to share this feedback in an honest and respectful way.

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    Menu 7/2024
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    Pork spareribs, sliced bread, pickles and onions 7/2024
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    Exterior 7/2024
    The Barrel Room

    The Barrel Room

    3.6
    (117 reviews)
    1.2 mi
    $$

    26 Jul 2023 We had…read moremade a reservation for 4pm, because it sounded like you needed a reservation. We got there at 3:50pm, walked in and no one was at the host station. There was a sign to seat yourselves. OK. We sat down and the bartender brought us menus. Us and a group of three were the only customers. Brought us waters. While looking at the menu, a server comes over and asks if we wanted appetizers or go straight to order. Straight to order, please. The husband ordered the brisket pot roast. It came with asparagus and what he thinks was puréed squash. I had the pecan chicken. Panko breaded with pecans and a bourbon sauce. Maple and bourbon were the flavor elements. Came with baked Mac and cheese and sliced slightly charred carrots. This was really good, as was the husbands plate. Warm Sourdough bread and butter is served with the meal. We split a Caesar salad. The salad was OK, the dressing was a little tart and served on the side. I'm taking a slice of chocolate cake to go. As I peek into the bag, it is a generous slice with strawberries and a dollop of whipped cream. Stay tuned. The restaurant is part of the Hillside Resort. Looks like a bunch of rooms. When we were about to leave a group of women came in and sat at the bar. I told the bartender we'd heard about them through Texas Eats. He said 'are they still showing that? That was about six chefs ago!' All righty then. I'd say it's worth a trip to try.

    Lovely restaurant located in a local Castroville hotel with beautiful scenic views of rolling green…read morehills. Reservations were made ahead of time for 4 and upon arrival we were were seated right next to the large open windows. Ordered the Berry Patch cocktail- nice and refreshing with a splash of mint leaves. Menu wasn't overwhelming and had a nice assortment of dishes. Starters ordered - pork belly bites and fried Brussels sprouts. Both highly recommend! Dishes ordered- salmon, pork chop, pot roast, and steak. Pork chop and steak were not dry, but juicy with lots of flavor. I loved pot roast growing up , so I had to order it here. Although tasty, texture was a little chewy and tough. Also would have enjoyed a little more helping of vegetable/potato purée underneath the roast. The salmon dish looked fabulous, but was slightly salty. The sweet bun that accompanied each dish were delicious! Service was good. I'd come back to try the pork chop next time around.

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    Rustic and charming feel throughout.
    Rustic and charming feel throughout.
    Nachos, quesadillas, fried pickles, jalapeño poppers, and more!
    Nachos, quesadillas, fried pickles, jalapeño poppers, and more!
    Charming and rustic feel throughout the building.

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    Charming and rustic feel throughout the building.
    Julianna's Restaurant

    Julianna's Restaurant

    4.3
    (129 reviews)
    3.3 mi
    $$

    There is so much of Castroville to explore, and every time I visit my family, I always find a cool…read morenew place. Did I know there was a beautiful golf course in Castroville? No. Did I know there was a Castroville-favorite restaurant there as well? Also no. We had to try it. Located inside the Alsatian Golf Club's clubhouse is their 19th-hole restaurant and bar: Julianna's Restaurant. Upon entry, you realize the place has been around for some time. It feels very classic San Antonio, with wooden walls accented by tan and white bricks. The restaurant's aged interior gives it a cozy, lodge-like charm. Though the restaurant was pretty busy on a Saturday night, we were seated instantly at a booth that gave me a perfect view of the Georgia-Alabama game on the bar's TV. After nine or eighteen holes, you never know what you're in the mood for. That's why Julianna's has plenty of options: sandwiches, pizzas, pasta, seafood, steaks, and other meat dishes. Our server came by very quickly and got us our drinks, which for me was a tall Saint Arnold Oktoberfest. I had a tough time deciding between two options: a bone-in pork chop or their creamy Cajun pasta. I opted for the bone-in pork chop with a Caesar salad, bacon green beans, and herb rice. My dad got the creamy Cajun pasta, and my mom got the Southwest chicken. It wasn't long until the Caesar salad came out, with huge croutons and a generous helping of dressing. It was excellent to the point my mom wished she had ordered it over her chicken tortilla soup, which she also enjoyed. If you ever order a meat entrée and they stick a steak knife in it, you're in for an ESPN Instant Classic. The pork chop was huge, topped with a house raspberry chipotle sauce. It was tender and cooked well. I'll admit, trying to find the bone versus the pork was a challenge, but I think that was a me issue. I would order it again. As for the sides, the bacon green beans were sneakily running for Sixth Man of the Year, and the herb rice paired with the pork chop quite well. I would go back. The meal was high quality and felt like a hidden gem even for longtime Castroville residents. What a treat. RIYL: Going to golf courses while being very bad at golf.

    I heard a lot of hype about the food here so I tried it after a round of golf. I had the Caesar…read moresalad and Pork Chop with chipotle raspberry sauce, bacon green beans and fries. The salad was good. The pork chop was large and it was chewy and not tender. The beans were decent and the fries were meh.

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    Interior
    Interior
    Steak frites with Gorgonzola crust
    Steak frites with Gorgonzola crust
    Bandito sandwich - grilled cheese with bbq brisket and sausage, and sweet potato wedges

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    Bandito sandwich - grilled cheese with bbq brisket and sausage, and sweet potato wedges
    El Buen Paladar

    El Buen Paladar

    4.3
    (86 reviews)
    7.0 mi

    I use to frequent this place when they had a food truck set up on Potranco Road which seemed to…read morealways be busy. It might be less busy now as the construction worker foodies that made up most of their clients have dropped off now. However, coming to their brick and mortar location is more convenient for me as I enjoy having my lunch in an AC environment opposed to outside in the Texas heat. The menu is also expanded which I do like. I went with the Pork Frintanga plate. Pork is very tasty and chewy which is a nice touch to me. Add in the sweet plantain and fried cheese and this dish was definitely a winner. Big change up from the food truck meals of mainly papoose, which are a great food truck item. Service is a bit quiet, due to the language barrier, and their lack of speaking English probably hurts the business for non Spanish customers. For me, it adds some authenticity to the experience.

    El Buen Paladar feels like stepping into a kitchen where somebody's abuela is making sure you leave…read morefull. The food has that homemade, comforting flavor that just wraps you up and says, "you made the right choice today." Every bite tastes like it was made with care--not rushed, not generic. The portions are generous (come hungry), and the vibe is warm and welcoming. It's not about being trendy--it's about being good, and it absolutely is. This is the kind of place you come back to again and again when you want real food that actually satisfies.

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    Unisex bathroom
    Unisex bathroom
    Huevos con chorizo salvadoreno
    Huevos con chorizo salvadoreno
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    Smokin Pit BBQ - bbq - Updated July 2026

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