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Root Cellar Cafe

Root Cellar Cafe

American Restaurant and Café$$$$
Downtown San Marcos, San Marcos
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8.5/10
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  • Stars
    Ranked #3 for American restaurants in San Marcos
  • Tips
    Sam M.
    "Get the Brazilian French Toast with the berries and whipped cream."(4 Tips)
    Jeff C.
    "Pale Rider Darkside."(3 Tips)
    Trevor S.
    "The French today was amazing as was the pulled pork pita."(3 Tips)
    Christian B.
    "Get the waffles!"(3 Tips)
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  • The Daytripper
    The DaytripperApril 21, 2014
    Head to the Root Cellar Cafe and Brewery just off the square. Everything on this chef-inspired menu is amazing. I always just go with the special, and I’ve never gone wrong.
  • Kaylee e.
    Kaylee edwardsNovember 9, 2011
    If you don't have much of an appetite and have a big sweet tooth, the Baker's Bagel is AMAZING!! Honey cream cheese on a toasted bagel, topped with grilled cinnamon apples. Do it.
  • Brian F.heart icon on user image
    Brian FleenorJanuary 7, 2017
    Great vegetarian options. The black bean burger is delicious. They've got turkey bacon on the menu which is awesome if you're not eating pork.
  • Emilyheart icon on user image
    EmilyJuly 12, 2017
    Service was a little slow, but everything tastes good and the layout made you feel like you were in a small town gem.
  • Brittany H.heart icon on user image
    Brittany HighlandFebruary 25, 2015
    Had such a delicious dinner experience here! Everything was fresh and they were flexible with my substitution request.
  • Sam M.heart icon on user image
    Sam MelnickFebruary 1, 2017
    Been here 10+ times
    The cinnamon rolls are FANTASTIC! Plus they're vegan, too!
  • Charles C.
    Charles ChanceDecember 31, 2012
    Awesome place... Fresh natural tasty food for the same or less than the chain places... Breakfast is amazing, and the coffee is always great....
  • Huiyiheart icon on user image
    HuiyiMarch 17, 2017
    Came here for both breakfast and dinner. Brazilian French toast was delicious. The pasta that I ordered wasn't that great though.
  • Max H.heart icon on user image
    Max HigginsNovember 11, 2017
    Easy place to grab great good in a hip atmosphere. Beer awesome food awesome.
  • Dan D.heart icon on user image
    Dan DriscollJuly 7, 2017
    Excellent fish options, brownie sundae and bread pudding are winners
  • Erika O.
    Erika OlsenJuly 27, 2018
    Been here 5+ times
    Great baked goods with vegan 🌱 options! Worth the price, I promise! 👌🏼
  • Mario G.
    Mario GiacaloneSeptember 26, 2012
    Had a great lunch today our server was on his game ! Had the pulled pork pita was very good loved the mango jalapeño chutney
  • Sam M.heart icon on user image
    Sam MelnickJanuary 22, 2017
    Been here 10+ times
    Get the Brazilian French Toast with the berries and whipped cream. SO good!
  • Anisah A.
    Anisah A.January 25, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Tortilla Crusted fish was amazing!! Cilantro lime rice and beans were also really good!! :)
  • Karen B.heart icon on user image
    Karen BrittainApril 23, 2016
    Been here 5+ times
    Salmon is fantastic. You can't go wrong with anything you order
  • Sam M.heart icon on user image
    Sam MelnickDecember 4, 2016
    Been here 10+ times
    Get anything breakfast here! The house made whipped cream is great.
  • Eddy B.
    Eddy BadrinaOctober 25, 2014
    Gotta try the Brazilian French Toast. Soaked in vanilla rum. Yum!
  • Ashley R.
    Ashley ReinerMarch 3, 2017
    Spinach artichoke dip is amazing! Food is really good
  • Travis J.
    Travis JohnsonNovember 29, 2012
    This is easily the best food in town. If you live in San Marcos and haven't eaten here, shame on you.
  • Alissa A.
    Alissa AlfaroNovember 21, 2016
    The mushroom pasta is delicious and the service is always great!
  • Trevor S.heart icon on user image
    Trevor SteenAugust 15, 2015
    The French today was amazing as was the pulled pork pita.
  • Trevor S.heart icon on user image
    Trevor SteenAugust 15, 2015
    French toast and the pulled pork pita were great
  • John D.heart icon on user image
    John DameAugust 3, 2013
    Had their veggie sandwich/ burger, it's was great, will definitely come back
  • Hannah A.heart icon on user image
    Hannah ArneyJune 6, 2015
    Everything has great flavor! Loved the mimosas!
  • Ted M.
    Ted MApril 25, 2010
    Been here 10+ times
    Everything is great, especially the people. Watching your weight? Try the cherry hazelnut oatmeal. Not so worried about it? Get the Brazilian French Toast.
  • Major K.heart icon on user image
    Major KerrJuly 18, 2013
    Been here 25+ times
    Everything here is awesome! It's a win win.
  • Elizabeth S.heart icon on user image
    Elizabeth StoneJanuary 9, 2016
    Food is very salty. Seasoning was good if you can get past the salt. Portions are average size. Not sure we will be back... It was all just "ok".
  • Jeff C.
    Jeff CaseMarch 26, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    Get the shepherds pie with a fried egg on it and a Pale Rider Darkside. Breakfast of champions.
  • Mark A.heart icon on user image
    Mark AdamsAugust 13, 2014
    The Holy Aeoli and pretty much anything else
  • Mike D.
    Mike DyeMay 18, 2012
    Awesome food, order anything you wont be disappointed
  • Nick S.heart icon on user image
    Nick ScottDecember 17, 2015
    Best restaurant in San Marcos
  • Christian B.
    Christian BlombergMay 26, 2013
    Get the waffles! The poached eggs are no good. Way over-cooked.
  • andrea m.heart icon on user image
    andrea maukMay 23, 2015
    French toast and chai latte!
  • Dawn W.
    Dawn WaltersMarch 8, 2014
    Half order of Belgium Waffles; not Full.
  • Angela D.heart icon on user image
    Angela DeArcosNovember 8, 2014
    I don't like waffles, but these... I loved.
  • Danielle J.heart icon on user image
    Danielle JensenJuly 24, 2015
    Homemade dressings! Yum!
  • Duke S.
    Duke SilverMay 24, 2014
    These hours aren't right. They're closed on a Saturday evening.
  • Andrew L.heart icon on user image
    Andrew LicariSeptember 20, 2014
    The food is awesome
  • Carlos S.
    Carlos SaenzNovember 22, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    The Thailapia Wrap is the bomb with the kettle chips.
  • Laura M.heart icon on user image
    Laura MckinzieDecember 3, 2015
    The salmon fillet
  • Taylor S.heart icon on user image
    Taylor StockettJuly 5, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    The blood orange mimosas are delicious!
  • Jo H.
    Jo HunterNovember 14, 2010
    Try the homebrew Darkside beer. It's great.
  • James W.heart icon on user image
    James WilsonApril 9, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    Everything's good!
  • Robyn H.
    Robyn HerryJune 23, 2011
    the Islander salads are awesome. Read more
  • Garnet G.
    Garnet GarnetAugust 23, 2011
    Loved the Caribbean Stacker sandwich.
  • Gabie
    GabieApril 2, 2011
    Don't order the Caesar Salad, unless you want a big bowl of spinach with dressing sprinkled on top.
  • Elliot M.
    Elliot MillerMay 11, 2013
    Breakfast looks good
  • Beer P.
    Beer PedalerSeptember 19, 2011
    Home of Darkside Fermentation
  • Elsie V.
    Elsie ValdezFebruary 4, 2012
    Everything is bad ass
  • Jim S.
    Jim StarkMarch 29, 2010
    Go for breakfast and order waffels
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