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- DDARLENESan Francisco Bay Area •1 review4.0Dined 3 days agoI tried to make reservations thru Open Table, and no tables were available. I called Balcon and got what I needed. Half the restaurant was empty. Open Table is a waste of time.More infoBalconPrice: Moderate• Mexican• San Marcos•4.6
- DDanielVIPHouston •6 reviews4.0Dined on Dec 14, 2024Took my stepson there for graduation. Great little place for burgers and beers.More infoThe TaproomPrice: Expensive• Burgers• San Marcos•3.5
- CCatherineAustin •2 reviews5.0Dined on Dec 12, 2024We had the pleasure of having an awesome waiter by the name of Judd! He was amazing & very customer oriented!More infoSaltgrass Steak House - San MarcosPrice: Moderate• Steakhouse• San Marcos•4.3
- JPJPAg88San Antonio •14 reviews4.0Dined on Jun 15, 2024Fun atmosphere and great food. Many Industry specialties include their delicious brisket. Don’t miss the brisket breakfast sando and the brunch bowl with brisket! Great selection of delicious libations like the super tasty waffle shot, which combines Jameson Irish whiskey, orange juice, bacon, and butterscotch for a “wake me up” that you won’t forget.More infoIndustryPrice: Moderate• American• San Marcos•4.5
- VMVirginiaMWisconsin •11 reviews4.0Dined on Mar 10, 2023food came out before appetizers but we were given a slight discount which was nice.More infoRed Lobster - San MarcosPrice: Moderate• Seafood• San Marcos•3.9
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Between two of Texas' largest cities is San Marcos. A college town with a meandering river, San Marcos has a lot of great food to offer. This region of the state is known for Tex-Mex food, and San Marcos takes it to a high level with the town favorite, a guacamole and queso burger. [If you aren't in the mood for guacamole, stroll through the local food truck park or enjoy Texas hill country cuisine on the courtyard of one of San Marcos’ original restaurants. You’re in Texas after all, so you'll be sure to find steakhouses and barbecue shacks. Sandwich shops, cafes, bakeries and coffee houses satisfy when you're looking for something on the lighter side.
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