A leisurely brunch is a spectacular way to start, or end, your SMTXperience. Sweet or savory, caffeinated or boozy, San Marcos has several excellent brunch spots for you to try for yourself. People watch while you enjoy a mimosa or two, dine with a view of the San Marcos River, enjoy Downtown San Marcos and all the happenings around you, live it up at a drag brunch, and so much more. Do you have a favorite brunch in San Marcos? Let us know in the comments! 

Industry

Sunday 11-3
Starting off with a bang, Industry's brunch is a fan favorite for a reason. Order an Industry Bloody Mary or a Misspent Youth (a personal favorite). The Chilaquiles and Brunch Bowl and are always a hit. Industry has inside seating and outside seating, with an open front of the building for the best of both wolrds! 

 

Rogelio's 

Monday - Saturday 7am-9pm
Rogelio's has breakfast offerings all day long and when you see their menu you'll understand why! Huevos con Carne Quisada, Quesadilla de Huevo, Buttermilk Pancakes, and more will leave you in desperate need of a siesta. And if the food wasn't enough to entice you, their drinks menu sure will. From the honorary "El Presidente" for LBJ to the Como La Flor - you're in for a good time at Rogelio's. 

 

Root Cellar

Served all day Tuesday - Sunday 8am-9pm
Brunch at The Root Cellar is a San Marcos classic! Order the super fluffy and sweet Brazilian French Toast, The Rae Sandwich or get creative and build your own breakfast. If the weather is nice, sit outside and enjoy the atmosphere - there's always something happening in Downtown San Marcos! 

 

Blue Dahlia

Served all day Monday - Sunday 9am-3pm
Looking for a colorful, quaint and grammable brunch place? Blue Dahlia is just the spot! We recommend ordering a mimosa or two - they have a wide range of fresh flavors to choose from. Personal brunch recommendations are the Blueberry Blintzes, Savory Crepes or Parisian Sandwich. If they have croissants available, it's a rule that you have to get one! 

 

Balcon Comedor Y Bar

Saturday and Sunday 11am-3pm
Miche or Hibiscus Mimosa? Steak and Huevos or Mole Chilaquiles? You know what, that's too hard to decide, so we say get it all! Balcon is the perfect, atmospheric place for a cozy brunch. And you're for sure going to want an aqua fresca, which are all made fresh to order. 

 

Kerbey Lane

Served all day (7am-10pm) every day
Kerbey Lane is a unique brunch spot because it's one of the two restaurants overlooking the San Marcos River. Show up early for a seat outside and relax with a Bacon Bloody Mary. You can't go wrong with ordering the Crispy Chicken Benedict, and their famous pancakes that certainly deserve the hype! 

The Davenport

Sunday 11am-3pm
The Davenport is a great location for alfresco (some of the porch is covered, some is uncovered and there are a few spots inside) brunching just south of The Square. They have some ​really unusual mimosa carafe options and delicious cocktails for a boozy brunch. You might want to check out their socials (@davenportsanmarcos) for upcoming specialty events like Drag Brunch! You must try the Boo Fries and the Monte Cristo Sandwich. 

 

Crafthouse

Served all day Monday - Friday 11-12am, Saturday & Sunday 10-12am
Located in Downtown San Marcos, Crafthouse is another excellent spot to hang out, relax and people-watch the goings on. With frozen "River Water", SMTX Mermaid Water, Hank's Brisket Hash and an Ultimate Waffle Breakfast Sandwich - you're in for quite the brunch! 

 

Texas Bean & Brew

Served all day, every day 7am-4pm
Texas Bean & Brew does brunch right! With menu items like the delicious and rich French Toast, the very hearty San Marcos Scramble, or even the B & B Country Fried Steak with eggs - you're probably going to want to schedule a nap after... Get a mimosa flight for the full Bean & Brew brunch experience. 

 

Ivar's River Pub

Saturday - Thursday 11am-4pm and Friday - Saturday 11am-10pm
Ivar's is the second of two restaurants on the San Marcos River and boy does it have a view! Get there early for a seat on the deck to overlook Rio Vista Falls as you chow down on their yummy Fried Donut Holes and Avocado Toast. And who could forget about Mimosa Flights and Pub Bloody Marys? Not us, that's for sure! 

 

Palmer's Restaurant Bar & Courtyard

Sunday 10am-2:30pm (Last seating at 2pm)
Palmer's is a San Marcos staple! We recommend sitting in the romantic courtyard, complete with a picturesque fountain, to really set the brunch vibe. Of course, you can't go wrong with their unique Benedicts, Chicken Fried Steak and Biscuits, or Low Country Shrimp and Grits. A pro tip, you're going to want to order Beignets for the table, trust us! 

 

Casa Maria

Saturday and Sunday 8am-2pm
If you're not starting your day off with Casa Maria's Enfrijoladas or Huevos Montados you're missing out! Paired with one of their colorful craft cocktails and you're in for a real treat. 

 

 

 

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