Texas Star Cafe

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  We stopped in for lunch at one of only two restaurant in the quaint little town of New Ulm.  The Texas Star Cafe is only open for breakfast and lunch. Be sure to get here early as it can get crowded and they close a 2pm.
  
  I had a 1/2 lb specialty burger and rings. My burger was served on Texas toast, smothered in grilled onions, mushrooms and pepper jack cheese. It was great. I also tried the standard burger as well, it is served  an a regular bun with lettuce and tomato. If you are craving a burger either one would be an excellent choice as they are both very good. My onion rings were cooked perfectly and not very greasy. If you prefer fries they have both steak and curly.
  
  A lot of people were ordering the chicken fried steak, I think it was the special. I am looking forward to try it the next time I'm at the Texas Star Cafe.  
  
  Service was great, our waitress was friendly and checked on us several times. My fresh brewed unsweetened ice tea was always full. Truly a 5 star lunch.

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  Posted on 01.21.13 Scott L.

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  Wish they would be open at night.

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  Posted on 07.25.12 Suntan B.

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  I believe this to be the only place to eat in the small town of New Ulm, TX (Pop. 152). Before this there was The Tavern which burned down I believe and The Parlor, which also burned down. Texas Star Cafe is made from barn tin so hopefully they'll be alright.
  
  The menu is very much like The Tavern's used to be, but they have traditional German lunch specials like sausage and sauerkraut which was very tasty. You will never go wrong when ordering chicken fried steak and gravy here. Also, the salad bar is typically fresh and above average.
  
  I usually eat lunch here and the waitstaff is always welcoming and friendly. The prices are fare and locals visit with one another across tables as it's not hard to know everyone in the town.
  
  I would recommend this spot to anyone passing through or looking for a local place for fine Southern cooking.

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  Posted on 07.11.11 Travis C.

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  New Ulm doesn't have many restaurants (this was the only one I could find!), so Texas Star Cafe dealt with a big rush from the motorcycle rally that we were in town for. They had no problem getting everyone in and out quickly and didn't seem to mind all of the pirates invading their town. The service was very friendly, and the wait staff was attentive with our order and drinks without being intrusive.
  
  The food is the best you can expect from an old-time Southern diner. I had the large chicken fried steak with gravy, which was delicious. The fries were decent, and I had no need for the included salad bar so I can't rate that at all.
  
  Note that this place doubles as the local farm store, so you can get herbicides and food for your horse at the same counter where you order up a pie to take home. That was a little odd, but I'm sure the locals appreciate the convenience.
  
  When I find myself in New Ulm next year, I will be sure to stop here first.

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  Posted on 05.15.11 Eric L.

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