FOOD AROUND TEXAS STATE
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Compare food, coffee and quick bites by budget, food style and distance from the LBJ Student Center.
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Budget per person: $ up to $15 · $$ over $15–$30 · $$$ over $30–$50 for a typical main dish or café order, before tax, tip, drinks and extras. Mixed ranges have separate options. “Price unverified” means local pricing has not been confirmed. Check the listing’s source note and current menu.
Distance: approximate straight-line miles from the LBJ Student Center at 301 Student Center Dr. Walking and driving routes can be longer. Food styles are broad editorial groupings; check menus for dietary needs.
54th Street — San Marcos
American & grill
$$
1303 Interstate 35 Frontage Rd · San Marcos
54th Street’s San Marcos location provides dine-in, to-go and delivery options from its Interstate 35 frontage-road restaurant.
Black’s Barbecue San Marcos
Barbecue
$$–$$$
510 Hull St, San Marcos, TX 78666 · San Marcos
Legendary Texas barbecue spot serving brisket, ribs, turkey, and sausage with classic sides. Family-owned since 1932.
BRICO’s Pizza Kitchen
Pizza & Italian
$$
4015 I-35 South, San Marcos, TX · San Marcos
BRICO's Pizza Kitchen offers build-your-own and specialty pizzas along with wings, subs, and sides. With pickup and delivery options, it is a flexible choice for groups and quick student meals.
Cafe on the Square
Breakfast & brunch
$
126 N LBJ Dr · San Marcos
Cafe on the Square serves all-day breakfast, homestyle meals and Tex-Mex dishes in downtown San Marcos.
Casa Maria Mexican Restaurant
Mexican & Tex-Mex
$$
706 S Guadalupe St, San Marcos, TX 78666 · San Marcos
Large, festive Mexican restaurant serving fajitas, enchiladas, seafood plates, and fresh tortillas. Known for big portions and family-style meals.
Chick-fil-A — I-35 at Wonder World Dr
American & grill
Price unverified
2213 S Interstate 35 · San Marcos
This Chick-fil-A location serves chicken sandwiches, nuggets and other menu items on South Interstate 35 near Wonder World Drive.
Chimy’s — San Marcos
Mexican & Tex-Mex
$
217 E Hopkins St · San Marcos
Chimy’s San Marcos serves food and drinks on East Hopkins Street, with a menu linked from its official location page.
Chipotle — North LBJ
Mexican & Tex-Mex
$
401 N LBJ Dr · San Marcos
The North LBJ Chipotle serves customizable burritos, bowls, tacos, quesadillas and salads near the University Drive intersection.
Cody’s — San Marcos
American & grill
$$$
690 Centerpoint Rd #209 · San Marcos
Cody’s San Marcos location offers lunch and dinner service on selected days, with reservations available through its official website.
Coffee Bar
Coffee & bakery
$
142 N LBJ Dr · San Marcos
Coffee Bar is a downtown San Marcos coffee stop on North LBJ Drive. The operator lists indoor service and curbside ordering.
Crafthouse Kitchen & Tap
American & grill
$
242 N LBJ Dr Suite 103 · San Marcos
Crafthouse Kitchen & Tap is a downtown dining option on North LBJ Drive. Its operator provides a menu and online ordering.
Dos Gatos Kolache Bakery — North LBJ
Coffee & bakery
$
700 N LBJ Dr #102A · San Marcos
Dos Gatos serves kolaches at its North LBJ bakery in San Marcos. This listing is for the LBJ location; the bakery also has a separate Wonder World branch.
Dos Gatos Kolache Bakery — Wonder World
Coffee & bakery
$
243 Wonder World Dr #106 · San Marcos
Kolaches at the Wonder World branch of Dos Gatos in San Marcos. This is a separate bakery location from the North LBJ shop.
First Watch
Breakfast & brunch
$$
1506 N Interstate 35, Suite 101, San Marcos, TX 78666 · San Marcos
First Watch serves made-to-order breakfast, brunch, and lunch dishes including omelets, avocado toast, bowls, pancakes, and fresh juices in a modern casual setting.
Fuego Tortilla Grill
Mexican & Tex-Mex
$
913 S I-35 South Frontage Rd., San Marcos, TX 78666 · San Marcos
Late-night hotspot offering creative Tex-Mex tacos, bowls, and quesadillas. Famous for big portions, fresh tortillas, and a huge variety of toppings.
Gil’s Broiler & Manske Roll Bakery
American & grill
$
328 N LBJ Drive · San Marcos
Burgers, Manske Rolls and the connected Banned Books Bar at 328 N LBJ Drive, a few blocks from Texas State.
Gristmill River Restaurant & Bar
American & grill
$$–$$$
1287 Gruene Rd., New Braunfels, TX 78130 · New Braunfels
An iconic riverside restaurant in Historic Gruene with a scenic deck and a broad menu that includes steaks, seafood, burgers, and Texas favorites.
Gruene River Grill
American & grill
$$–$$$
1259 Gruene Rd, New Braunfels, TX 78130 · New Braunfels
Comfortable riverside dining in Gruene with scratch-made dishes and patio seating, popular with visitors to the Gruene Historic District.
Gumby’s Pizza
Pizza & Italian
$
312 W Hopkins St · San Marcos
Gumby’s Pizza is a downtown San Marcos option for pizza and late-evening food on West Hopkins Street.
Hat Creek Burger Company — San Marcos
American & grill
$
4206 Interstate 35 Frontage Rd · San Marcos
Hat Creek Burger Company’s San Marcos location combines dining and a drive-through with a patio and playground.
Hays City Store & Ice House
American & grill
$$
8989 FM 150 · Driftwood
Hays City Store & Ice House is a restaurant and live-music destination on FM 150 with a Driftwood postal address.
Herbert’s Taco Hut
Mexican & Tex-Mex
$
419 Riverside Dr, San Marcos, TX 78666 · San Marcos
A San Marcos institution since 1976, Herbert's Taco Hut serves classic Tex-Mex comfort food including enchiladas, tacos, nachos, and queso in a casual, friendly setting.
Hokkaido Ramen & Sushi Bar
Japanese & sushi
$$
243 Wonder World Dr #100, San Marcos, TX 78666 · San Marcos
Prepare your taste buds for an exhilarating journey through the rich, savory world of authentic Japanese ramen. From the first sip to the last noodle, every bite will transport you to the heart of Hokkaido.
In-N-Out Burger — San Marcos
American & grill
Price unverified
1437 North IH-35 · San Marcos
In-N-Out Burger’s San Marcos restaurant has dine-in seating and a drive-through west of Interstate 35, south of Aquarena Springs Drive.
Industry
American & grill
$$
110 E Martin Luther King Dr., Suite 126, San Marcos, TX 78666 · San Marcos
Modern American fare with craft cocktails, burgers, bowls, and smoked meats. Casual, industrial-style restaurant popular with students and locals.
Italian Garden
Pizza & Italian
$$
415 N LBJ Drive, San Marcos, TX 78666 · San Marcos
Italian Garden is a cozy Italian restaurant located close to campus. The menu includes pasta, pizza, and other traditional favorites in a relaxed setting that works well for casual dinners, family meals, or small groups.
Ivar’s River Pub
American & grill
$$
701 Cheatham St · San Marcos
Ivar’s River Pub serves food and drinks on Cheatham Street in San Marcos. The operator lists service seven days a week.
K-BOP
Korean
$
301 N Guadalupe St #164 · San Marcos
K-BOP serves Korean rolls, rice bowls and soups on North Guadalupe Street in San Marcos. The menu also includes smoothies.
Kerbey Lane Cafe — San Marcos
Breakfast & brunch
$$
221 E Sessom Dr · San Marcos
Kerbey Lane Cafe’s San Marcos location serves breakfast, lunch and dinner all day in a riverfront setting on East Sessom Drive.
Loli’s Cafe
Breakfast & brunch
$
1501 Aquarena Springs Dr · San Marcos
Loli’s Cafe offers breakfast and lunch on Aquarena Springs Drive. The cafe has drive-in and walk-up service, with breakfast available throughout its opening hours.
Mochas & Javas — H-E-B
Coffee & bakery
Price unverified
641 E Hopkins St · San Marcos
This Mochas & Javas coffee counter is inside the East Hopkins Street H-E-B.
Mochas & Javas — North LBJ
Coffee & bakery
Price unverified
700 North LBJ Dr · San Marcos
The North LBJ branch of Mochas & Javas offers a coffee stop in San Marcos.
Mochas & Javas — Wonder World
Coffee & bakery
Price unverified
102 Wonder World Dr #406 · San Marcos
Mochas & Javas has a Wonder World Drive coffee shop in suite 406.
Mozie’s
American & grill
$$
1601 Hunter Rd Unit A · New Braunfels
Mozie’s is a dining and drinks stop on Hunter Road in New Braunfels’ Gruene area.
North Street
Indian-inspired
$
216 North St · San Marcos
North Street serves curry tacos, samosas, curries, sandwiches and burgers alongside beer and wine in San Marcos. Its menu combines Indian-inspired dishes with familiar pub food.
Palmer’s Restaurant, Bar & Courtyard
American & grill
$$
218 Moore St · San Marcos
Palmer’s offers restaurant and courtyard dining on Moore Street in San Marcos, with dinner, Friday lunch and Sunday brunch service.
Patio Dolcetto
Pizza & Italian
$
322 Cheatham St · San Marcos
Patio Dolcetto serves wine, craft drinks, small plates and pizzas in San Marcos. All guests must be at least 21.
Pho Tran 88
Vietnamese
$$
212 N LBJ Dr · San Marcos
Pho Tran 88 is a restaurant on North LBJ Drive with a merchant-operated online menu.
Pie Society
Pizza & Italian
$
700 N LBJ Dr #107 · San Marcos
Pie Society is a pizza restaurant on North LBJ Drive in San Marcos. Look for suite 107 when planning your visit.
Raising Cane’s — Highway 80
American & grill
$
928 Hwy 80 · San Marcos
Raising Cane’s lists its San Marcos restaurant at 928 Highway 80.
Rhea’s Ice Cream
Dessert
$
318 N LBJ Dr · San Marcos
Rhea’s Ice Cream is a dessert stop on North LBJ Drive in San Marcos. Use the shop’s website to check its current offerings before visiting.
Root Cellar Cafe
Breakfast & brunch
$$
215 N LBJ Dr, San Marcos, TX 78666 · San Marcos
Root Cellar Cafe is a cozy San Marcos brunch spot known for scratch-made dishes, breakfast favorites, seasonal specials, and a relaxed atmosphere.
Sakura Sushi & Steak
Japanese & sushi
$$
117 Meiners St · San Marcos
Sakura Sushi & Steak is a San Marcos dining option on Meiners Street with online ordering, reservations and group-dining information.
Spud Ranch — San Marcos
American & grill
$
1330 Aquarena Springs Dr · San Marcos
Spud Ranch’s San Marcos restaurant serves topped baked potatoes, burgers, sandwiches and salads on Aquarena Springs Drive.
Summer Moon Coffee — San Marcos
Coffee & bakery
Price unverified
1180 Thorpe Ln · San Marcos
Summer Moon’s San Marcos location offers coffee on Thorpe Lane, with indoor seating and free Wi-Fi. The location also lists a pet-friendly patio.
Texas Bean & Brew House
Coffee & bakery
$$
1328 N I-35 Frontage Rd, San Marcos, TX 78666 · San Marcos
Texas Bean & Brew House is a laid-back cafe serving coffee, all-day breakfast, pastries, breakfast tacos, waffles, and other brunch-friendly options in a casual setting.
Thai Thai Cafe
Thai
$–$$
1104 Thorpe Ln, San Marcos, TX 78666 · San Marcos
Thai Thai Cafe is a family-run spot offering classic Thai dishes, including pad thai, curries, fried rice, and noodle plates, at student-friendly prices. It is known for generous portions, quick service, and a casual dining environment.
The Halal Project
Middle Eastern
$
312 University Dr, San Marcos, TX · San Marcos
The Halal Project is a dining option on University Drive in San Marcos. Its official website provides the current menu and contact information.
The Leaning Pear
American & grill
$$
111 River Rd #110, Wimberley, TX 78676 · Wimberley
The Leaning Pear is a Wimberley restaurant serving Hill Country-inspired food, with lunch, dinner, brunch and children’s menus.
Umami Sushi
Japanese & sushi
$$
700 N LBJ Dr, Ste 105, San Marcos, TX 78666 · San Marcos
Umami Sushi serves sushi, sashimi, ramen and a selection of Japanese/Korean-inspired dishes. Popular for both dine-in and takeout, it's a reliable student-friendly choice near campus with lunch specials and large specialty rolls.
Valentino’s Pizza
Pizza & Italian
$
110 N LBJ Drive, San Marcos, TX 78666 · San Marcos
Valentino's Pizza is a longtime San Marcos pizzeria near downtown, known for pizza, a casual atmosphere, and a patio that works well for groups and laid-back meals.
Whataburger #178 — Highway 123
American & grill
$
1004 N State Highway 123, San Marcos, TX · San Marcos
Whataburger #178 is the San Marcos branch on North State Highway 123, listed by the brand as Guadalupe & I-35.
Whataburger #705 — South Interstate 35
American & grill
$
4040 S Interstate 35, San Marcos, TX · San Marcos
Whataburger #705 is the San Marcos branch on South Interstate 35, listed by the brand as Centerpoint & I-35.
Zelicks Icehouse
American & grill
$
336 W Hopkins St, San Marcos, TX · San Marcos
Zelicks combines an icehouse bar and outdoor patio with a kitchen serving options such as sandwiches, tacos and chicken tenders.