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"https://hillcountrygo.lovable.app/listing/mcadoos-seafood" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 39, "name": "Billy Gene's", "url": "https://hillcountrygo.lovable.app/listing/billy-genes" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 40, "name": "Hondo's on Main", "url": "https://hillcountrygo.lovable.app/listing/hondos-on-main" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 41, "name": "Silver Creek Beer Garden & Grille", "url": "https://hillcountrygo.lovable.app/listing/silver-creek-beer-garden" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 42, "name": "Cowboys and Cadillacs", "url": "https://hillcountrygo.lovable.app/listing/cowboys-and-cadillacs" } ] } ] --- [![Hill Country Go](/__l5e/assets-v1/c9167ed1-df66-449b-b0c7-e51281fed9a9/hill-country-go-logo.png)](/) [Do](/do)[Eat](/see)[Stay](/stay)[Rides](/rides)[Towns](/towns) [Get Listed](/list-your-business)[Plan a Trip](/plan-a-trip) ● Section 02 · Eat # Places worth eating. BBQ joints, river-town cafés, bakeries and ranch-to-table kitchens — where to eat across the Hill Country. Filter [All](/see?tag=)[Breweries & Bars](/see?tag=Breweries+%26+Bars)[Cafés & Bakeries](/see?tag=Caf%C3%A9s+%26+Bakeries)[Fine Dining](/see?tag=Fine+Dining)[BBQ & Smokehouse](/see/bbq)[Wineries & Tasting Rooms](/see/wineries)[Wine](/see?tag=Wine)[Restaurants](/see/restaurants)[Farmhouse](/see?tag=Farmhouse) ## 42 picks. [ ![Franklin Barbecue](/assets/listings/franklin-bbq.jpg) BBQ & Smokehouse ### Franklin Barbecue "The best barbecue in the known universe" — USDA Prime brisket. Austin 4.9 ](/listing/franklin-barbecue)[ ![William Chris Vineyards](/assets/listings/william-chris-vineyards.jpg) Wineries & Tasting Rooms Wine ### William Chris Vineyards World-class Texas wines grown in Hye — natural winemaking, stunning patio views, and named #31 among the World's 50 Best Vineyards. Hye 4.8 ](/listing/william-chris-vineyards)[ ![Bluebonnet Café](/assets/listings/bluebonnet-cafe.jpg) Cafés & Bakeries ### Bluebonnet Café Legendary pie and home cooking in Marble Falls since 1929. Marble Falls 4.7 ](/listing/bluebonnet-cafe)[ ![Otto's German Bistro](/assets/listings/ottos-german-bistro.jpg) Fine Dining ### Otto's German Bistro European-inspired fine dining in Fredericksburg. Fredericksburg 4.7 ](/listing/ottos-german-bistro)[ ![Love Creek Orchards Cafe](/assets/listings/love-creek-orchards.png) Cafés & Bakeries ### Love Creek Orchards Cafe Famous apple pie and country breakfast in Medina. Medina 4.7 ](/listing/love-creek-orchards-cafe)[ ![Cooper's Old Time Pit](/assets/listings/coopers-bbq.jpg) BBQ & Smokehouse ### Cooper's Old Time Pit Iconic mesquite-smoked meats served straight from the pit. Llano 4.7 ](/listing/coopers-old-time-pit)[ ![Bear Moon Bakery](/assets/listings/bear-moon-bakery.jpg) Cafés & Bakeries ### Bear Moon Bakery Artisan breads, pastries, and sandwiches in Boerne. Boerne 4.7 ](/listing/bear-moon-bakery)[ ![Mary's Tacos](/assets/listings/marys-tacos.jpg) Cafés & Bakeries ### Mary's Tacos Family-owned counter-serve Mexican eatery — home of the best breakfast tacos in Boerne. Boerne 4.7 ](/listing/marys-tacos)[ ![Jester King Brewery](/assets/listings/jester-king.jpg) Breweries & Bars ### Jester King Brewery Farmhouse ales brewed on a scenic Hill Country ranch. Dripping Springs 4.7 ](/listing/jester-king-brewery)[ ![Grape Creek Vineyards](/assets/listings/grape-creek-vineyards.jpg) Wineries & Tasting Rooms Wine ### Grape Creek Vineyards Estate vineyard and winery in Fredericksburg with tastings, vineyard tours, a full Italian restaurant, and beautiful Tuscan-style patios. Fredericksburg 4.6 ](/listing/grape-creek-vineyards)[ ![Real Ale Brewing](/assets/listings/real-ale-brewing.png) Breweries & Bars ### Real Ale Brewing Iconic Texas craft brewery with taproom in Blanco. Blanco 4.6 ](/listing/real-ale-brewing)[ ![Huisache Grill](/assets/listings/huisache-grill.png) Fine Dining ### Huisache Grill Award-winning American bistro in a 1920s home. New Braunfels 4.6 ](/listing/huisache-grill)[ ![Black's BBQ New Braunfels](/assets/listings/blacks-bbq.jpg) BBQ & Smokehouse ### Black's BBQ New Braunfels Legendary Lockhart BBQ family's Hill Country outpost. New Braunfels 4.6 ](/listing/blacks-bbq-new-braunfels)[ ![Naegelin's Bakery](/assets/listings/naegelins-bakery.jpg) Cafés & Bakeries ### Naegelin's Bakery Oldest bakery in Texas — strudel, cookies, and kolaches since 1868. New Braunfels 4.6 ](/listing/naegelins-bakery)[ ![Cabernet Grill](/assets/listings/cabernet-grill.jpg) Fine Dining ### Cabernet Grill Texas wine country cuisine paired with local vintages. Fredericksburg 4.6 ](/listing/cabernet-grill)[ ![Salt Lick BBQ](/assets/listings/salt-lick.jpg) BBQ & Smokehouse ### Salt Lick BBQ Legendary open-pit BBQ with all-you-can-eat family style. Driftwood 4.6 ](/listing/salt-lick-bbq)[ ![Leaning Pear](/assets/listings/leaning-pear.jpg) Cafés & Bakeries ### Leaning Pear Farm-to-table lunch spot on the Wimberley square. Wimberley 4.6 ](/listing/leaning-pear)[ ![High's Café & Store](/assets/listings/highs-cafe.jpg) Cafés & Bakeries ### High's Café & Store Classic comfort food and pie in charming downtown Comfort. Comfort 4.6 ](/listing/highs-cafe-and-store)[ ![Rails – A Café at the Depot](/assets/listings/rails-cafe.jpg) Cafés & Bakeries ### Rails – A Café at the Depot Creative café fare in a restored railroad depot. Kerrville 4.6 ](/listing/rails-a-cafe-at-the-depot)[ ![Hungry Horse Restaurant](/assets/listings/hungry-horse.jpg) Farmhouse ### Hungry Horse Restaurant Beloved home-style dining since 1983 — award-winning chicken fried steak. Boerne 4.6 ](/listing/hungry-horse-restaurant)[ ![11th Street Cowboy Bar](/assets/listings/11th-street-eat.jpg) Breweries & Bars ### 11th Street Cowboy Bar Legendary honky-tonk with cold beer and cowboy vibes. Bandera 4.6 ](/listing/11th-street-cowboy-bar-where-to-eat)[ ![River City Grille](/assets/listings/river-city-grille.jpg) Fine Dining ### River City Grille Upscale lakeside dining with steaks and seafood. Marble Falls 4.5 ](/listing/river-city-grille)[ ![Palmer's Restaurant](/assets/listings/palmers-restaurant.jpg) Fine Dining ### Palmer's Restaurant Fine dining with Hill Country charm in San Marcos. San Marcos 4.5 ](/listing/palmers-restaurant)[ ![Treaty Oak Distilling](/assets/listings/treaty-oak.jpg) Breweries & Bars ### Treaty Oak Distilling Craft spirits, smokehouse food, and live music. Dripping Springs 4.5 ](/listing/treaty-oak-distilling)[ ![The Dodging Duck Brewhaus](/assets/listings/dodging-duck.png) Breweries & Bars ### The Dodging Duck Brewhaus Craft brews and hearty pub fare on Boerne's Main Plaza. Boerne 4.5 ](/listing/the-dodging-duck-brewhaus)[ ![Francisco's](/assets/listings/franciscos.jpg) Fine Dining ### Francisco's Fine dining with a Southwestern twist in downtown Kerrville. Kerrville 4.5 ](/listing/franciscos)[ ![Grape Juice](/assets/listings/grape-juice.jpg) Wineries & Tasting Rooms ### Grape Juice Wine bar and bistro with small plates and live jazz. Kerrville 4.5 ](/listing/grape-juice)[ ![Pint & Plow Brewing](/assets/listings/pint-and-plow.png) Breweries & Bars ### Pint & Plow Brewing Craft brewery with Hill Country-inspired ales and bites. Kerrville 4.5 ](/listing/pint-and-plow-brewing)[ ![Vaudeville](/assets/listings/vaudeville.png) Breweries & Bars ### Vaudeville Craft cocktails and elevated bites in a stunning historic venue. Fredericksburg 4.5 ](/listing/vaudeville)[ ![Creek Restaurant](/assets/listings/creek-restaurant.jpg) Fine Dining ### Creek Restaurant Elegant Hill Country cuisine overlooking Cibolo Creek. Boerne 4.5 ](/listing/creek-restaurant)[ ![Krause's Café](/assets/listings/krauses-cafe.jpg) Breweries & Bars ### Krause's Café German-Texan biergarten with house-brewed beers. New Braunfels 4.5 ](/listing/krauses-cafe)[ ![Gristmill River Restaurant](/assets/listings/gristmill.png) Fine Dining ### Gristmill River Restaurant Dine above the Guadalupe in a historic cotton gin. Gruene 4.5 ](/listing/gristmill-river-restaurant)[ ![OST Restaurant](/assets/listings/ost-restaurant.jpg) Cafés & Bakeries ### OST Restaurant Iconic cowboy café on Main Street since 1921. Bandera 4.5 ](/listing/ost-restaurant)[ ![Pecan Street Brewing](/assets/listings/pecan-street-brewing.jpg) Breweries & Bars ### Pecan Street Brewing Brewpub in a historic building with great pizza and pints. Johnson City 4.5 ](/listing/pecan-street-brewing)[ ![Redbud Café](/assets/listings/redbud-cafe.png) Cafés & Bakeries ### Redbud Café Charming café and live music venue on the Blanco square. Blanco 4.5 ](/listing/redbud-cafe)[ ![Inman's Kitchen](/assets/listings/inmans-kitchen.jpg) BBQ & Smokehouse ### Inman's Kitchen Famous Turkey Sausage and old-fashioned BBQ since 1963. Llano 4.5 ](/listing/inmans-kitchen)[ ![Cibolo Creek Brewing](/assets/listings/cibolo-creek-brewing.jpg) Breweries & Bars ### Cibolo Creek Brewing Local microbrewery with wood-fired pizza and live music. Boerne 4.4 ](/listing/cibolo-creek-brewing)[ ![McAdoo's Seafood](/assets/listings/mcadoos-seafood.png) Fine Dining ### McAdoo's Seafood Fresh Gulf seafood in a lively downtown atmosphere. New Braunfels 4.4 ](/listing/mcadoos-seafood)[ ![Billy Gene's](/assets/listings/billy-genes.jpg) BBQ & Smokehouse ### Billy Gene's Down-home diner known for massive chicken-fried steak. Kerrville 4.4 ](/listing/billy-genes)[ ![Hondo's on Main](/assets/listings/hondos-on-main.jpg) BBQ & Smokehouse ### Hondo's on Main Live music, burgers, and cold beer on Main Street. Fredericksburg 4.3 ](/listing/hondos-on-main)[ ![Silver Creek Beer Garden & Grille](/assets/listings/silver-creek-beer-garden.jpg) Restaurants ### Silver Creek Beer Garden & Grille A Victorian-style 1908 historic home turned beer garden and grille, featuring the largest beer selection in Texas Hill Country, authentic German and Tex-Clectic cuisine, and daily live music on a scenic patio. Fredericksburg ](/listing/silver-creek-beer-garden)[ ![Cowboys and Cadillacs](/assets/listings/cowboys-cadillacs.jpg) Breweries & Bars ### Cowboys and Cadillacs Upscale rooftop bar and lounge in downtown New Braunfels. New Braunfels ](/listing/cowboys-and-cadillacs) ## Pin your favorites. Build a trip. 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