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Gristmill River Restaurant & Bar
American Restaurant, Bar, and BBQ Joint$$$$
New Braunfels
"My husband got the Chicken Fried Steak & loved it."(16 Tips)
"Also loved the round cut fries and poblano pasta salad!"(6 Tips)
"The best Chicken Fried Chicken in Texas!!"(8 Tips)
"My husband had the amazing fried steak with Gruene beans."(3 Tips)
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Social News NetworkNovember 30, 2013Great atmosphere and good food. Their chicken fried steak is amazing and they have the best margaritas. It's located right on the river and right behind Gruene Hall. It's a must do!
Upvoted Feb 24
andria chapmanOctober 28, 2014scenery, baked potato salad, onion rings. can get busy, but the outside view is nice. great for dates, friends, family. no a.c. so can be very warm in the summer indoors. one of my faves in Gruene.Upvoted Feb 3- LucianeSeptember 5, 2015I had at this time a beef salad that was great. My husband had the amazing fried steak with Gruene beans. I never had a bad meal at this place. Order anything you like and it will be great.
J. Francisco PartidaApril 23, 2017I definitely love this place. It has a nice ambiance and great food. To choose a favorite is hard, because everything from their salads, seasonal specials, to their specialty plates are amazing.
Ron JeramiahFebruary 25, 2017You can't go wrong with anything...but to go right - get the Baby Back Ribs as it's a can't miss! Relax with a Jalapeño Margarita...they are da bomb 💣
AndrewGroveSanAntonio GroveJanuary 12, 2020Had lunch there today. Acapulco Chicken w Mashed Potatoes was very good. Waitress was very accommodating. A little cold but sat by heater and I was fine. Price was good and great river view. Awesome!
Brett ElliottFebruary 26, 2023The atmosphere here is wonderful. As many recommended, I got the chicken fry and onion rings. Both were just okay in my opinion. The gravy was kind of congealed like it had been setting out a while.
Damian BayonaMay 12, 2016Big, delicious portions in a beautiful, riverside setting. The meat is high quality and cooked well without much adorning. Highly recommend the 'best' wurst as either an appetizer or entree.- Alissa AlfaroJune 30, 2016The salads are huge and delicious. I got the Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad and I couldn't even finish it. My husband got the Chicken Fried Steak & loved it. Service is great and quick. A little too $$
Adam StallmanJuly 21, 2013The Baby Back Ribs are to die for... If you don't see them on the menu ask for them. They usually will still serve them. Also get the loaded mashed potatoes. This place is great after a good float.
LJ KissDecember 22, 2018The trout is a must, try also de tenderloin sandwich and the shrimps. Side order de best the fries and the potato salad
Brian O'NealJuly 15, 2014Baby back ribs are marinated overnight, unbelievably delicious! Side - get the mashed potatoes *loaded*
- Greg WenzelMay 16, 2014Great ambiance inside and out- overlooks the river with a large waiting area outside. Stick with burgers and sandwiches or CFS-- MONSTER Onion Rings that Rock. Plan on a wait during holiday/weekends
Mario GiacaloneJanuary 16, 2017Atmosphere is great food is very good, huge portions, staff very pleasant always busy but it's a tourist attraction. A bit over priced 65 for lunch for 3 sandwiches and 3 sides
Lee Ann WilliamsOctober 21, 2017Beautiful restaurant on the river. No bad seats! CFS, Baby back ribs and a ribeye was our dinner! All was excellent with the ribs being our favorite!
Heather SharpJune 22, 2013Fresh catch was salmon, had it blackened and it was really good. The round cut fries are pretty good too. No A/C though, so you may want to avoid eating here on too hot of a day.
Rachel HillJuly 1, 2014If you ever make your way to Gruene by accident or otherwise, this restaurant is worth the trip! Service was fantastic, food was phenomenal and the restaurant itself is beautiful.- Josh ShieldsJuly 20, 2019The chicken fried steak was so good. The onion rings were great. The round cut fries were not very good due to lack of seasoning. They provided a seasoned salt that added some flavor and that helped.
Quin BeckelheimerFebruary 19, 2016Excellent dining experience. Highly recommended.Had the chicken fried steak and green beans - beyond good!Upvoted 4 weeks ago
Allen ArcadeMarch 16, 2013Live music while you wait for your name to be written on the chalk board is the best way to ever have to wait for a table.
J. TilzSeptember 25, 2011Trust me - the two dishes to order are chicken fried chicken and chicken fried steak. Everything is great, but these two dishes are exceptional. Possibly best in TX.
Laura RoggJuly 25, 2016Awesome food and staff! The inside of the old mill is really neat and there are all kinds of places to sit, each one is different.
The chicken fried steak is wonderful... The t-bone was so tender and cooked perfectly.... The service and the scenery was great.... You will love..
Seth VongMay 30, 2016Best, baddest and biggest onion rings out there! Just don't recommend visiting during the summer. It's hellaciously hot.
Abraham CisnerosMay 2, 2016This restaurant is amazing. The setting is great, the food is great, the service was great and I left happy and satisfied. That's is alllll
Mary GuidryApril 13, 2014Warm fireplace in the winter amazing decks throughout the rest of the year. Broc cheese soup is amazing. Grilled chicken sandwich on wheat is always good.
Eloise MooreJune 1, 2013The pulled pork sandwich, which was their special today was amazing. They put a lot meat in it and it melts in your mouth. Also get the baked potato salad!- Patrick SauzeddeJuly 12, 2014Tortilla soup baby back ribs mash potatoes shiner bock it is simple and good a good Texas dinner . I will be back. And the service is top
JenevaApril 21, 2018The Chicken Acapulco was amazing!! If you're looking for a healthier option give it a try! So much flavor!!!- This place is a must!! Had the chicken fried steak and they have potato salad that is one of a kind...with bacon in it 😘
Daniel GalvanSeptember 15, 2013It could have just been me since there were ALOT of people there who seemed to love it, but I didn't really enjoy my food or my experience. But with good friends you can have fun anywhere.
EmilyJuly 12, 2017The layout and scenery make this place stand out. The food is standard, but good. The sangria was delicious!
wolfie MMay 28, 2013Neat looking place. We tried the onion rings, "best" wurst, ribeye, ribs, squash, and pasta salad. The wurst, ribeye, & squash was "ok", the rest sucked so much I was afraid to order dessert. :(
Ellen WilliamsMarch 24, 2017Love the outside seating. Food was good and service was fast and good also.But NO SWEET TEA ??????? What's up with that.- Jim HernandezMarch 27, 2015The menu is incredible and all the side dishes are great. Make sure to save room for the strawberry shortcake.
Love stopping by the bar on the weekend. Pina colada is so good!
Leonel AlvaradoJune 15, 2015Delicious! The desserts are even more delicious! Do yourself a favor and order the German Chocolate Cake!
- Gabriel A CuliatJune 14, 2023Gristmill was amazing. Service was wonderful and delightful. Gabriel Culiat would definitely come back again. The food was also great
Tricia BeanJanuary 15, 2017Gorgeous unique hill country ambiance with good food and booze. Must stop when in the area.
Maricella ChavezDecember 27, 2018I’ve been coming here for years and I always have to get the tortilla soup. They also have a great view of the river!
Dinah HutsonOctober 5, 2016Beautiful restaurant and fun to have drinks in the yard. Food is average, but I love the spinach salad!
Henri DragonasMarch 31, 2022Love this place. ❤️❤️ Love this town. One of@may favorite joint and killer food. Enjoy.
ღDeeღ ღAguirreღSeptember 25, 2014Great place to dine. Lovely scenery, right by the river. Food taste great & the margaritas are good!!!
Lauren SawyerJuly 13, 2016This place is really good I enjoyed my self!! The town and the people are awesome!!
- Jeane DodsonJanuary 4, 2014The chicken fried chicken was awesome! Also loved the round cut fries and poblano pasta salad!
Cori RuderApril 4, 2013I have loved everything here. The Gristburger is amazing my favorite though is the beef tenderloin salad.- Kevin GrahamJanuary 6, 2019Bone in chicken 5 stars. Texas size onion rings 5 stars, huge plate, like enough for 8 people. Ribs 2 stars, very dry, sauce was lame.
Crystal HarmonMay 17, 2011The "best" wurst is not the best. Good but definitely not the best. On the other hand, the Jack Daniels pecan pie is awesome! Get it a la mode!
David PMay 26, 2013Looking for the hostess? Take the path to the back right, past the general store. The actual restaurant is in the back of the property
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Gristmill River Restaurant & Bar
1287 Gruene Rd (at Hunter Rd.)
New Braunfels, TX 78130
United States
New Braunfels, TX 78130
United States
Closed until 11:00 AM (Show more)
- Mon–Thu, Sun
- 11:00 AM–10:00 PM
- Fri–Sat
- 11:00 AM–11:00 PM
(830) 625-0684
Features
Reservations
No
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Wi-Fi
Yes
Outdoor Seating
Yes
Wheelchair Accessible
Yes
Music
Live Music
Dining Options
Table Service
Parking
Street, Public Lot
Restroom
Yes
Food & Drink
Menus
Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Happy Hour
Drinks
Beer, Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails
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