Oh and I love Boots Dewberry soda
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Unless they have changed, their tortillas were always bad, which ruins the taco, no matter what the ingredients are.
TXAG 05 said:
Unless they have changed, their tortillas were always bad, which ruins the taco, no matter what the ingredients are.
Yep
It's all about the tortilla. If it's sub-par, forget it.
Torchy's tortillas are maybe the worst in town.
TXAG 05 said:
Unless they have changed, their tortillas were always bad, which ruins the taco, no matter what the ingredients are.
I believe they did. Instead of the double wrapped corn ones that fell apart they are using a better single wrap one, or at least were last time I was there.
We really like Cilantro, but the place is configured wrong, and they don't have a dedicated employee to address chips, salsa, drinks, utensils, etc.
Seriously good food but seems like only two people working each time I've gone. Had a good time as a big group there over going with just 2.
KidDoc and I enjoyed the Sunday brunch at DeBaca today but there were more staff than diners there. They have all the staples like pastries, fruit, sausage, pancakes, bacon, scrambled eggs, and eggs benedict plus drink specials if you wanted at least four mimosas or bloody mary's for your table.
It was all delicious but my favorite item was the prime rib. They also had more elaborate breakfast foods like stuffed French toast and they had lunch items available such as Dijon chicken, mac and cheese, sweet potatoes, and salad.
Like I said, everything we tried was good so I don't know if people don't know about it or if the price point is too high for brunch but we were one of four tables occupied in there at 12:45 Even if we repeat, we won't go more often than once every 3 months or so. Our total for two buffets, an iced tea, and a mimosa was $104 after tax but before tip. The food and service is fantastic but most people can't pay that much on the regular for brunch.
It was all delicious but my favorite item was the prime rib. They also had more elaborate breakfast foods like stuffed French toast and they had lunch items available such as Dijon chicken, mac and cheese, sweet potatoes, and salad.
Like I said, everything we tried was good so I don't know if people don't know about it or if the price point is too high for brunch but we were one of four tables occupied in there at 12:45 Even if we repeat, we won't go more often than once every 3 months or so. Our total for two buffets, an iced tea, and a mimosa was $104 after tax but before tip. The food and service is fantastic but most people can't pay that much on the regular for brunch.
One Louder said:
KidDoc and I enjoyed the Sunday brunch at DeBaca today but there were more staff than diners there. They have all the staples like pastries, fruit, sausage, pancakes, bacon, scrambled eggs, and eggs benedict plus drink specials if you wanted at least four mimosas or bloody mary's for your table.
It was all delicious but my favorite item was the prime rib. They also had more elaborate breakfast foods like stuffed French toast and they had lunch items available such as Dijon chicken, mac and cheese, sweet potatoes, and salad.
Like I said, everything we tried was good so I don't know if people don't know about it or if the price point is too high for brunch but we were one of four tables occupied in there at 12:45 Even if we repeat, we won't go more often than once every 3 months or so. Our total for two buffets, an iced tea, and a mimosa was $104 after tax but before tip. The food and service is fantastic but most people can't pay that much on the regular for brunch.
Agreed. That's a bit steep. Hope the best for them. Maybe after school starts in a couple weeks things will pick up.
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FlyRod said:
Boots is great. I think Torchy's serves it (or did).
They served Maine Root when they opened in 2014. I know, because I took pictures. It's been long enough since I went to Torchy's that I don't know what they serve or how Maine Root tasted.
I do not care for Boots. It is glorified store brand soda.
Maine Root was good stuff.
Hit up Chicken Oil over the weekend. Place was packed, beer was cold, and burger was great!
Marfa Texas Kitchen has been a favorite of ours but we will never be back. Saturday at 10:30 AM the place was empty. Literally empty. Because it was graduation, they would only let us order off the dinner menu not the brunch menu not the lunch menu. The dinner menu isn't something you would want at that time of day.
First off it is Summer graduation not Spring and not even Fall.
You are not anywhere near campus.
You didn't have anyone in the restaurant and had zero reservations.
We pride ourselves on trying to keep the good small businesses going when we do eat out but I will be taking our business elsewhere from now on.
First off it is Summer graduation not Spring and not even Fall.
You are not anywhere near campus.
You didn't have anyone in the restaurant and had zero reservations.
We pride ourselves on trying to keep the good small businesses going when we do eat out but I will be taking our business elsewhere from now on.
Omperlodge said:
Marfa Texas Kitchen has been a favorite of ours but we will never be back. Saturday at 10:30 AM the place was empty. Literally empty. Because it was graduation, they would only let us order off the dinner menu not the brunch menu not the lunch menu. The dinner menu isn't something you would want at that time of day.
First off it is Summer graduation not Spring and not even Fall.
You are not anywhere near campus.
You didn't have anyone in the restaurant and had zero reservations.
We pride ourselves on trying to keep the good small businesses going when we do eat out but I will be taking our business elsewhere from now on.
That's bizarre. Surely a major miscommunication on their end.
Quick update on a couple of places I have tried in the last two weeks.
Gate 12 for lunch, it was pretty good. Gigantic portions. Cheese stick appetizer was solid. Will be back.
Madden's for lunch. Had the grilled cheese and tomato basil. It was very good. Definitely coming back for dinner and most likely going to try the chicken piccata. This one seems like everything on the menu might be good.
Gate 12 for lunch, it was pretty good. Gigantic portions. Cheese stick appetizer was solid. Will be back.
Madden's for lunch. Had the grilled cheese and tomato basil. It was very good. Definitely coming back for dinner and most likely going to try the chicken piccata. This one seems like everything on the menu might be good.
Got to give a shout out to Napa Flats Bistro as they have great portions, great prices and great service.
What did you like there?
I have had several good items, but my favorites would be:
Apps- escargot, spinach dip and cheese almondine
Entree: chicken cordon bleu (large portion) chicken parm, steaks are great (Thursdays night the filet is 29 instead of 36) and citrus chicken.
They have really good cocktails too.
My wife had Marfas a few nights ago and got terribly sick.
Apps- escargot, spinach dip and cheese almondine
Entree: chicken cordon bleu (large portion) chicken parm, steaks are great (Thursdays night the filet is 29 instead of 36) and citrus chicken.
They have really good cocktails too.
My wife had Marfas a few nights ago and got terribly sick.
Omperlodge said:
Marfa Texas Kitchen has been a favorite of ours but we will never be back. Saturday at 10:30 AM the place was empty. Literally empty. Because it was graduation, they would only let us order off the dinner menu not the brunch menu not the lunch menu. The dinner menu isn't something you would want at that time of day.
First off it is Summer graduation not Spring and not even Fall.
You are not anywhere near campus.
You didn't have anyone in the restaurant and had zero reservations.
We pride ourselves on trying to keep the good small businesses going when we do eat out but I will be taking our business elsewhere from now on.
I'd call and talk to the manager.
We enjoy Marfa regularly and I'd want to give them an opportunity to make this right!
Yeah. We have never had an issue there.
I've noticed an uptick in restaurants trying to hire, and restaurants being chronically under staffed. Tough spot to be in as it does affect peoples experiences.
Dumbfounded said:
Got to give a shout out to Napa Flats Bistro as they have great portions, great prices and great service.
We like the original better. Maybe most consistent restaurant in the area IMO…
Trackside Kolache and Pizzarama last night.
It was tasty!
It was tasty!
One Louder said:
KidDoc and I enjoyed the Sunday brunch at DeBaca today but there were more staff than diners there. They have all the staples like pastries, fruit, sausage, pancakes, bacon, scrambled eggs, and eggs benedict plus drink specials if you wanted at least four mimosas or bloody mary's for your table.
It was all delicious but my favorite item was the prime rib. They also had more elaborate breakfast foods like stuffed French toast and they had lunch items available such as Dijon chicken, mac and cheese, sweet potatoes, and salad.
Like I said, everything we tried was good so I don't know if people don't know about it or if the price point is too high for brunch but we were one of four tables occupied in there at 12:45 Even if we repeat, we won't go more often than once every 3 months or so. Our total for two buffets, an iced tea, and a mimosa was $104 after tax but before tip. The food and service is fantastic but most people can't pay that much on the regular for brunch.
Haven't done the brunch but their happy hour specials are great! Last Friday the place was packed.
Dumbfounded said:
Got to give a shout out to Napa Flats Bistro as they have great portions, great prices and great service.
It's really good. I miss some of the Le Petit Cochon menu items (mainly appetizers) though. I often wonder in an alternate universe where they leveraged the Napa Flats branding from the beginning, would the more French concept have succeeded? It was such a unique and welcome change of pace to South CS. Who knows.
"Unique" often struggles in a place where the "familiar" is the consistent money maker.
I miss the old menu as well. At least they are still doing wine dinners.
FlyRod said:
"Unique" often struggles in a place where the "familiar" is the consistent money maker.
Yup. 85,000 students want burgers and wings/chicken strips with the occasional Mexican food. That, plus pizza and beer, get them through college.
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maroon barchetta said:
Trackside Kolache and Pizzarama last night.
It was tasty!
Do they have anything other than bottled drinks yet? We went for lunch a couple of months ago and were the only ones there.
Big girl said "your pizza is ready." Had to get our own plates and napkins. Pizza was salty but ok otherwise. She never looked up from her phone or got off of her stool.
I don't know what kind of drinks they have. We take the pizza home.
All the orders I saw last night while I waited were to-go orders.
All the orders I saw last night while I waited were to-go orders.
We love Trackside and have always had great interactions with the staff, mornings and evenings. Our orders are to-go, but to-go can be as close as the Holleman Tavern, where we have brought our pizza and had some cold beverages.
We also like their pizza rolls, where you can craft your own stuffings.
We also like their pizza rolls, where you can craft your own stuffings.
Tamfal86
tamfal86 said:
We love Trackside and have always had great interactions with the staff, mornings and evenings. Our orders are to-go, but to-go can be as close as the Holleman Tavern, where we have brought our pizza and had some cold beverages.
We also like their pizza rolls, where you can craft your own stuffings.
You bring your pizza into the Tavern?
JMac03 said:tamfal86 said:
We love Trackside and have always had great interactions with the staff, mornings and evenings. Our orders are to-go, but to-go can be as close as the Holleman Tavern, where we have brought our pizza and had some cold beverages.
We also like their pizza rolls, where you can craft your own stuffings.
You bring your pizza into the Tavern?
Yep, we asked and they said sure.
Tamfal86
I will say that I had the Chicken Fried Steak finger basket and thought it was really good. Don't see it on the menu online though.
We have gone a couple time and have tired to like it. The food has been great, but we have had misses on our service the last couple times.
trouble said:
I miss the old menu as well. At least they are still doing wine dinners.
Yeah, I know. I need to go to one. I've begged Tom and others for the steak tartare several times. Even had my youngest daughter fake tears once. So good. But I'll still have onion soup (fun fact, the de baca one is pretty good too) and mushroom soup.