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Gonzales Bistro
Price: Expensive•Contemporary French / American•4.9(267)Gonzales Bistro is an upscale restaurant that makes its home near the very heart of Independence square. We are the only restaurant by the square with prime & waygu aged steaks, fresh seafood, New England oysters. The bistro offers a Wine Spectator Magazine award winning wine list, craft cocktails including house made Tiki drinks. Our reputation is based on repeat diner loyalty not marketing.
Gonzales Bistro changes menus often in order to take advantage of local, seasonal products. Chef Parind's food has big flavors & is seasoned assertively, yet is nuanced, complex, and most importantly, balanced.
Come join us and experience big city dining without all the hassles. Gonzales Bistro is a intimate space with an open kitchen, wood ceilings, framed by great black & white pictures from a bygone era while the charming independence square offers free parking, wide open spaces & vistas of historic buildings. Nearby parks, art galleries and shopping define the sophistication of Gonzales.La Cosecha
Price: Moderate•Traditional Mexican•4.9(829)La Cosecha is a local neighborhood Mexican restaurant. La Cosecha or " The Harvest" is a brevity of our stance to bring forward dishes inspired from interior Mexican cuisine; all while utilizing seasonal and local Texas ingredients. The menu centers around sharable dishes, progressing from small to large, with intentions to create a family setting at the dinner table. The food and drink invites you to experience familiar comforts, as well as original flavors, all to tell a story that is modest yet thoughtful.
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McAdoo's
Price: Moderate•Seafood•4.8(3,169)Upscale Family Dining serving fresh seafood with a Cajun influence located in the historic post office building in the heart of Downtown New Braunfels.
You can find our menu at mcadoos.com and order online, or give us a call at 830-629-3474 to place your order.Dos Rios Mexican Bar & Grill
Price: Moderate•Mexican•4.8(333)We are proud to bring this unique cuisine to the New Braunfels area. Dos Rios is a scratch-kitchen and bar that prides itself on quality, unique and daily prepared ingredients. Each dish presented is made to order, fresh and sizzling hot from the kitchen. If your mouth isn't watering yet scroll down to our menu and we are sure we will win over your taste buds. We have two outdoor seating areas, a banquet facility for private dining as well as a bar with some unique touches. Yes, we have ice cold tequila on tap. Never heard of it, well you will just have to come see for yourself. We have beautiful bar seating and visible TV's from all over the restaurant. As always we are proud be a family owned and operated restaurant. Can't wait to you see you ! -Caddell Family
The Reel Seafood & Grill
Price: Moderate•Seafood•4.7(602)The Reel Seafood & Grill and The Reel Seafood House pride themselves on preparing food from scratch on a daily basis in order to deliver you a quality meal. We receive daily deliveries and hand craft every item that hits your table. The Reel also has a variety of non-seafood options making it easy for everyone to enjoy. The Caddell family has been in the restaurant industry for 25+ years and were very excited to bring you a high-quality seafood restaurant in New Braunfels and Bulverde. We are proud to work with our friends and family which allows us to bring you a more personal experience with every visit. Now let's get reeled in! Join us for Sunday Brunch, lunch or dinner.In Contrada Vineyard + Kitchen
Price: Expensive•Winery•4.6(222)Family owned In Contrada Vineyard, the oldest winery in San Antonio, invites you to visit us! Enjoy an afternoon in the vines while delighting in our house made wines and freshly prepared food.
We offer inside dinning in addition to covered outside seating in the vineyard. Outside you will find gazebos, sun shades, misters and fans. Its really quite nice!
Please make sure to note our Kitchen Hours if you will be dinning with us: Kitchen closes promptly at
Friday- 9pm, Saturday- 8pm . On Sunday the kitchen closes promptly at 5:30 pm.
Our Wine Tasting Hours are:
Friday 4pm to 10pm
Saturday 12pm to 10pm
Sunday 12pm to 6pm
No split checks on parties of 6 or more & gratuity is automatically added on parties of 6+
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- TTimVIPSan Antonio •33 reviews4.0Dined 3 days agoThe food and service at the Gruene Door has been great every time we have been there, so blessed to have such a fine restaurant in our neighborhood!More infoThe Gruene DoorPrice: Moderate• American• New Braunfels•4.8
- BBobSan Antonio •20 reviews5.0Dined 6 days agoAs always, Macado's was awesome!! Phenomenal service, great atmosphere, and fantastic food. I highly recommend it specially for a date with your spouse or significant otherMore infoMcAdoo'sPrice: Moderate• Seafood• New Braunfels•4.8
- BBarbaraVIPSan Antonio •15 reviews5.0Dined 7 days agoEverything was excellent but not happy that a salad no longer comes with your entreeMore infoMyron's Prime Steak HousePrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• New Braunfels•4.7
- RRobVIPSan Antonio •21 reviews5.0Dined on Jun 4, 2025This restaurant never disappoints, it is a great atmosphere with excellent service and delicious food and drinks!More infoLa CosechaPrice: Moderate• Traditional Mexican• New Braunfels•4.9
- DDavidSan Francisco Bay Area •1 review5.0Dined on Jun 1, 2025We had a great time. Enjoyed the food, environment, and serviceMore infoSidecar at Prince Solms InnPrice: Moderate• Tapas / Small Plates• New Braunfels•5
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With the strong German heritage in New Braunfels and the town’s proximity to the cultural hub of San Antonio, you can enjoy an extensive range of dining experiences in this popular river town. Many restaurants offer lovely river or Hill Country views for you to enjoy while you dine, and others boast a charming historic ambiance. Several German restaurants feature a full range of authentic central European dishes that will delight you. Mexican fare, such as salsa and queso, chicken enchiladas with verde sauce, and more are also available. New Braunfels is the ideal place to enjoy the smoky flavors of Texas barbecue brisket, smoked ribs and other home-style options. Other restaurants in the area offer wood-fired pizza, deli sandwiches, and an assortment of baked treats.
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Frequently asked questions
The best reviewed restaurant in New Braunfels is The Power Plant Texas Grill
The best vegan restaurants in New Braunfels are The Gruene Door, McAdoo's and The Reel Seafood & Grill
The best vegetarian restaurants in New Braunfels are Myron's Prime Steak House, The Reel Seafood & Grill and The Gruene Door
The restaurants with the best service in New Braunfels are BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - New Braunfels, Gonzales Bistro and The Gruene Door
The restaurants with the best ambiance in New Braunfels are The Power Plant Texas Grill, Sidecar at Prince Solms Inn and Gonzales Bistro