Driving down Wine Road 290 in the heart of the Texas Hill Country will lead you to the unique town of Fredericksburg, Texas. What makes it unique? You can pick from its many vineyards, German-inspired architecture, fun shopping, luxurious Cozi vacation rentals, and authentic German cuisine. For us? We believe what makes Fredericksburg unique is its Texas wine, hospitality, and culinary diversity.
From elegant establishments that blend international influences to charming local eateries in downtown Fredericksburg, you can indulge in delicious Texas BBQ, spicy Mexican dishes, and farm-to-table flavors. We’ve highlighted some of the best Fredericksburg restaurants so you can venture out, explore, and eat to your heart’s content.
Cabernet Grill Texas Wine Country Restaurant

- Address: 2805 S State Hwy 16, Fredericksburg, TX
- Website: cabernetgrill.com
- Favorite menu item: Grilled Texas Quail
- Price point: $$$$
With an elevated rusty style and an extensive wine list from the local wineries, the family-owned Cabernet Grill will provide you with a romantic ambiance and fresh flavors prepared by the Russell family. They specialize in flavorful American steak and seafood nicely curated to complement the Texas wine from the region.
For a unique experience, we highly recommend the bacon-wrapped grilled Texas quail, stuffed with pulled pork, cream cheese, and candied jalapenos topped with a smoked strawberry glaze. It is the perfect combination of Texas flavors, all wrapped into one dish.
The Auslander
- Address: 323 E Main Street, Fredericksburg, TX
- Favorite menu item: Schweineschnitzel
- Price point: $$
Located in the heart of downtown Fredericksburg, The Auslander is a beloved restaurant paying homage to the town’s German heritage. Upon arrival, you’ll be greeted by the Willkommen (Welcome) sign at its door and fall in love with its wooden beams, brick walls, and German decor. The main menu provides authentic German cuisine options inspired by delicious dishes from the Bavaria region in Germany.
We recommend any of their German specialty dishes that end with the word schnitzel, such as the Schweineschnitzel (pork loin), Jagerschnitzel, chicken schnitzel, or the spicy Texas schnitzel. For dessert, the apple strudel or the German chocolate cake are great options to choose from.
Bistro | Vaudeville-Living

- Address: 230 E Main Street, Fredericksburg, TX
- Website: vaudeville-living.com
- Favorite menu item: Duck Confit
- Price point: $$$
The Vaudeville-Living Bistro, located on a beautiful building on Main Street, provides a seamless blend of European elegance with the Texas Hill Country warm hospitality for retail and food. The Vaudeville building houses a boutique, the V Supper Club and Wine Club, and the Bistro provides daily lunch specials, pastries, and dinners.
The food at the Vaudeville Bistro focuses on European-inspired cuisine, such as delicate French-inspired charcuterie and cheese boards to Italian beef carpaccio, pizzas, and vegan options catering to diverse eaters. You can start your experience by purchasing decor accessories in the boutique and end by enjoying one of the nice lunch or dinner options from its menu.
Otto’s German Bistro
- Address: 316 E Austin St, Fredericksburg, TX
- Website: ottosfbg.com
- Favorite menu item: Duck Schnitzel
- Price point: $$$
When you enter Otto’s German Bistro, you’ll be enchanted by its cozy and inviting ambiance that will make your dining experience a delicious one. Since Otto opened in 2013, it introduced its seasonal farm-to-table ingredients concept helping the local economy. It sources ingredients from independent local farms, ranchers, and artisan producers, so you can expect a nicely German-inspired menu with a Texas flavor.
The dinner and Sunday brunch menus provide German-inspired cuisine and a variety of German beers and wines. We recommend trying the duck schnitzel or the seared halibut and, for dessert, the peach strudel.
Airport Diner

- Address: 155 Airport Rd, Fredericksburg, TX
- Website: hangarhotel.com/diner
- Favorite menu item: Huevos Rancheros
- Price point: $
With a vintage 1940s style with dark red booths, soda and ice cream floats, and USO memorabilia, the Airport Diner is located near the Gillespie County Airport. It is the perfect option for breakfast where adults can enjoy the atmosphere, relax, and eat a hearty Hill Country or Texas waffle breakfast.
We also highly recommend you check out the cold front section of their menu. It features many dessert items with ice cream locally made in Fredericksburg.
Backwoods BQQ
- Address: 7152, 320 FM2093, Fredericksburg, TX
- Website: backwoodsbbq.net
- Favorite menu item: Brisket with a side of pinto beans and creamed corn
- Price point: $$
Backwoods BBQ brings you generations of experience and provides you with a unique Texas experience when it comes to its Mesquite-cooked pit BBQ. Their menu includes Brisket, Beef, Pork Ribs, Chicken, and Sausage options, and every Friday; you get to can enjoy live music. Don’t forget to eat your BBQ with a side of pinto beans, potato salad, or creamed corn. It doesn’t get more Texas than that!
Sage Restaurant and Lounge

- Address: 241 E Austin Street, Fredericksburg, TX
- Website: sage-tx.com
- Favorite menu item: Risotto
- Price point: $$$$$
Sage Restaurant offers intimate indoor and outdoor seating providing guests with options depending on their mood. The outdoor Veranda is perfect for private parties or rehearsal dinners, while the indoors offer a low light, modern space to add a sense of mystery, perfect for gathering with friends and family.
The menu offers a variety of appetizers and entrees that are Italian-inspired, including a nice burrata and beef carpaccio, along with some classics like the Carbonara pasta and Risotto. Sage also offers a chef’s tasting flight, classic cocktails, and an extensive wine list.
Woerner’s Warehouse Cafe & Catering
- Address: 305 S Lincoln Street, Fredericksburg, TX
- Website: woernerwarehouse.com
- Favorite menu item: Woerner Works Pizza
- Price point: $$
Located in the Woerner Feed Store, Woerner’s Warehouse Cafe uses local suppliers and farmers year-round to create many of its signature dishes that are fresh and flavorful.
Chef Angela offers a breakfast and lunch menu with classic dishes, like avocado toast, bagel and panini sandwiches, and pizzas. Not to mention the selection of baked goods, like croissants, cinnamon rolls, pies, and carrot cake. Don’t forget to try out the lemon bars!
Old German Bakery & Restaurant

- Address: 225 W Main Street, Fredericksburg, TX
- Website: oldgermanbakeryandrestaurant.com
- Favorite menu item: German pancakes
- Price point: $$
The family-owned Old German Bakery & Restaurant is near the Fredericksburg Marktplatz, where the Vereins Kirche Museum building is located. This cute bakery and restaurant offer breakfast and lunch options, but what makes it special, is that all the homey German-baked bread, pancakes, and pastries are made from scratch.
We recommend trying out their German pancake served with powdered sugar or the Nutella banana crepes. The Bratwurst sandwich and the Bavarian burger are a must-try for something savory.
Navajo Grill
- Address: 803 E Main Street, Fredericksburg, TX
- Website: navajogrill.com
- Favorite menu item: Jalapeno crab beignets
- Price point: $$$
The Navajo Grill restaurant offers a menu with some of the best refined Southern cuisine dishes perfect for eating on their outdoor seating patio. The covered outdoor patio provides a cozy atmosphere with its wooden beans and bar serving signature cocktails and Texas wine.
You can start your meal with their jalapeno crab beignets or the wedge salad, followed by one of the many entrees options. From seared salmon to Dr. Pepper braised short ribs, the Navajo Grill will ensure you leave happy, full, and satisfied.
Altdorf Biergarten

- Address: 301 W Main Street, Fredericksburg, TX
- Website: altdorfs.com
- Favorite menu item: Sauerkraut balls
- Price point: $$
The Altdorf Biergarten offers the ambiance of an authentic German beer garden right on Main Street in Fredericksburg. What makes it authentic? Patrons can sit outdoors on shared tables while drinking beer and eating food. Expect beers on tap while listening to live music and playing games with friends.
For an overall experience, we recommend eating some of their hot pretzels with beer cheese or sauerkraut balls. If you feel extra hungry, the Wurst plate will fill you right up as it will have a variety of German sausages served with a potato salad, sauerkraut, and pickles.
August E’s
- Address: 203 E San Antonio Street, Fredericksburg, TX
- Website: august-es-fbg.com
- Favorite menu item: Pork porterhouse
- Price point: $$$
August E’s is a fine dining establishment specializing in blended Asian and European-inspired dishes, making its dishes the perfect fusion of both. The menu offers traditional Asian dishes, including sushi, sashimi, and tempura, while its European dishes include steaks, seafood, and gourmet pasta.
We highly recommend the bacon-wrapped dates, edamame, and pork porterhouse, and since August E’s uses local and seasonal products from local artisans, you will surely enjoy a nice blend of flavors.
In addition to the blended dish offerings, August E’s has a nicely curated selection of wines and local craft and imported beers, making your dinner experience well-rounded.
Pasta Bella Restaurant
- Address: 103 S Llano Street, Fredericksburg, TX
- Website: pastabellarestaurant.com
- Favorite menu item: Sunflower Ravioli
- Price point: $$
The Italian restaurant Pasta Bella is the perfect location for pasta lovers as it has a large variety of pasta dishes. You will enjoy wonderful homemade Italian dishes in this small and cozy location from lasagna, ravioli, manicotti, and Fettuccine Alfredo. We highly recommend you try a dish with the rosemary cream sauce; you’ll want seconds.
Granite House Lounge

- Address: 504 Granite Ave., Fredericksburg, TX
- Website: granitehouselounge.com
- Favorite menu item: Cajun salmon
- Price point: $$
Located in the Warehouse District of Fredericksburg, Granite House Lounge is a delightful establishment serving exquisite cuisine and artisanal cocktails. You’ll be happy to find the menu is diverse and features an array of appetizing starters, such as the brie and bacon jam flatbread, alongside their main dishes, ranging from their Cajun salmon to the flat iron steak.
You can end your meal with their brownie sundae. As for the beverages, the lounge has a traditional cocktail list, including a refreshing coconut mojito and the blueberry pomegranate mule. If you prefer, they also offer a variety of beers on tap and by the bottle and sparkling, white, and red wines available by the glass and bottle.
Eat and Stay in Fredericksburg, Texas
Whether you are seeking a romantic wine bar or a fine dining experience, an exploration of German culinary traditions, or classic Tex-Mex flavors, Fredericksburg has a place for you to try.
These best restaurants will enhance your experience in this lovely town, and with a full belly, you can end your day at one of our luxurious Cozi vacation rentals. Whether it is a cottage, a ranch retreat, or a home with hill country views, your visit to Fredericksburg will be comfortable.