Texas Star Cafe

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.

Wish they would be open at night.

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.