Diners' Choice: Great for brunch restaurants in Central Texas

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Updated March 05, 2025

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Casa Do Brasil - College Station

4.8

4.8 (2446)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

College Station

About the restaurant

Casa do Brasil is an upscale Brazilian Steakhouse in South College Station serving fire-roasted cuts of USDA Prime Aged Beef, Chicken, Lamb, and Pork served tableside by our Gaucho Chefs. Our Salad Bar features over 50 seasonal dishes, including fresh vegetables, homemade salads, cured meats, imported cheeses, seafood, soup, and more!

Visit our Bar & Patio for Happy Hour specials and a la carte entrée dining. And every Sunday, we offer an unlimited brunch that is family-friendly!

We offer private dining space, catering, and butcher cuts to go through our online ordering system. Visit our website to enquire about private event space or catering.

Top review

SLYCK

Dined 2 days ago

Another wonderful “CASA experience!” Delicious buffet of delicacies, best calamari in town! And my all time favorite…. the most tender succulent seasoned chicken hearts ever‼️‼️. so thrilled they still serve them🥰

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4.7

4.7 (5088)

$30 and under

American

Waco

About the restaurant

Magnolia Table offers seasonal, nostalgic dishes made to nourish. Our menu includes both new recipes and family favorites for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Whether you come to savor a meal, or shop around the Take Away + Market, remember you’re always welcome at our table.

Magnolia Table is an 8-minute drive from the Silos property.

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OpenTable Diner

Dined 1 day ago

It was great! The cutest decor and very friendly staff!

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Alexander's Craft Cocktails & Kitchen

4.6

4.6 (931)

$30 and under

American

Salado

About the restaurant

Alexander's Craft Cocktails and Kitchen was named after the distillery located on the grounds from 1861-1865, which washed away in a flood (historic marker located between the restaurant & The Manor).

The newly renovated main bar is located on 1st floor, and opens onto expansive wrap-around, creekside porches. Just a few steps down from the porches is an open deck situated beneath gracious Live Oak canopies.

The warm aubergine & copper walls of the third floor lounge contrast the amazing art representation from local galleries. The stunning view of Salado Creek as well as the grounds of the neighboring estate provide the perfect spot to enjoy your favorite beverage. Patrons choose from a variety of entree selections, appetizers, and adult beverages.

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Michael

Dined on Mar 1, 2025

Nice experience We enjoyed our meal and the staff was fantastic

Elia Cafe Tapas Bar

4.6

4.6 (138)

$31 to $50

Tapas / Small Plates

Bryan

About the restaurant

Join us for a culinary journey through Spain at Elia Cafe Tapas Bar. Our delectable tapas, paella, sangria, and mouthwatering dishes will transport you to the heart of Spain. Enjoy a glass of wine from our distinctive wine selection to bring out the flavors in every bite. Located in the beautiful Old Bryan Marketplace, Downtown Bryan's historic building dating back to 1910, the warm ambiance and relaxed elegance of our restaurant will have you feeling right at home. And, to make your experience even more special, we offer live music every weekend. Come for the food, stay for the music, and leave with unforgettable memories.

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DebbieVIP

Dined on Feb 22, 2025

Great menu items! First time trying this restaurant while traveling. So many great choices.

Campfire at The Stella

4.5

4.5 (342)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Bryan

About the restaurant

Embracing the best seasonal ingredients of Central Texas in a warm and inviting dining atmosphere. All paired with crafted cocktails, local brews and a thoughtful wine list. As we embrace the seasonal ingredients, our menus will change with best produce available.

Reservations are strongly recommended.

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Avery

Dined on Mar 1, 2025

Food was fantastic as always! Bar service was a little slow and maybe would have enjoyed if there were a few outdoor heaters scattered around the patio. However Brittany, our server, was AMAZING!! She made for a memorable evening!!

Ronin

4.5

4.5 (1417)

$31 to $50

American

College Station

About the restaurant

Ronin features elgant farm cuisine with a constantly evolving menu. Set in the beautiful, newly-renovated historic Ice House on Main in downtown Bryan, our restaurant shares an open-air kitchen with our dining room, floor to ceiling exposed brick, and hand-built, suspension tables made from wood salvaged during renovation.

Our menu is updated daily, based on what we have harvested from our garden during that given week. Our farm is located just seven miles from our restaurant. The climate and changing seasons play a major role in what we serve. It is our intention to always provide a variety of menu options and to accommodate any dietary needs.

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LaurenVIP

Dined 3 days ago

One of the best restaurants in town. Excellent food, service and atmosphere.

Red Board Tavern & Table

4.5

4.5 (208)

$31 to $50

American

College Station

About the restaurant

We're happy to serve the Downtown Navasota Railroad District. Red Board Tavern & Table is led by Executive Chef Craig Schmidt, a Northern Californian who went on to acquire a Culinary Arts Degree from San Joaquin Delta College. Then, Chef Craig added additional degrees in Baking and Pastry at the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, NY. Chef's many years of expertise has aided in his selection of food pairings for our guests to enjoy.

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BarrettVIP

Dined on Mar 2, 2025

First experience here was for lunch. Portions were decent size, everything came out of the kitchen hot and service was attentive. We four first timers liked it.

Poché's Seafood Shoppe & Restaurant

4.5

4.5 (119)

$30 and under

Seafood

College Station

About the restaurant

Poche's Seafood Shoppe & Restaurant serves up freshly prepared seafood specialties and retailing fresh seafood in College Station, Texas.

Top review

OpenTable Diner

Dined on Mar 1, 2025

We absolutely LOVE Poche’s. They are the ONLY good Seafood Restaurant in the B/CS area!

The Dean

4.5

4.5 (22)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Bryan

About the restaurant

Our journey began with a vision to blend traditional pan European continental cuisine with innovative techniques, resulting in dishes that delight the senses and ignite the palate.

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Virginia

Dined 6 days ago

The Dean & the new menu is great! Logan was an exceptional waiter with our seven guests. He was attentive and kind. The food was tasty and seasoned well. We enjoyed the night!

Brazos-Proper Texas Kitchen

3.4

3.4 (250)

$30 and under

Regional American (Southern)

College Station

About the restaurant

Traditional local cooking techniques and flavors are elevated with a modern twist at our property's farmer's table restaurant, Brazos - Proper Texas Kitchen - serving breakfast Saturday and Sunday along with special holiday events. Down-home Texan cooking is on the menu along with comfort food favorites, taking time-honored dishes to new heights. Local foods, wines, beers and spirits are showcased in an atmosphere of gracious Southern hospitality and Texas traditions interpreted in a fashion that fuses past and present.

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MelissaVIP

Dined 4 days ago

Great little gem, right in the heart of Aggieland, located in the Texas A&M Hotel & Conference Center. Sourced local from farms and ranches for the best steak and ingredients. Specialty and seasonal cocktails and desserts were a lovely surprise!

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