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Gristmill River Restaurant & Bar - New Braunfels, TX

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1287 Gruene Rd, New Braunfels, Texas 78130
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About Gristmill River Restaurant & Bar

Gristmill River Restaurant & Bar offers a relaxed American dining experience along the river in New Braunfels, featuring a diverse menu of comfort classics and grilled specialties. Enjoy outdoor seating, friendly service, and a lively atmosphere perfect for families and groups.

Popular Dishes

Chicken Poblano Quesadillas

Chicken Poblano Quesadillas

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Onion Rings

Onion Rings

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Gruene Bros ‘Best’ Wurst

Gruene Bros ‘Best’ Wurst

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Spinach & Mushroom Quesadillas

Spinach & Mushroom Quesadillas

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Spinach Artichoke Dip

Spinach Artichoke Dip

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Homemade Spicy Queso

Homemade Spicy Queso

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Menu

Soups & Salads

Grilled Chicken Salad

Grilled Chicken Salad

AI
$12.95

Green leaf and iceberg lettuce with tomatoes, red cabbage and carrots with marinated, grilled chicken breast, topped with Monterey Jack cheese. Served with dressing of your choice.

Energy: 350
Ingredients:mixed greens, grilled chicken, assorted vegetables, vinaigrette
GFDFHalal
Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad

Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad

AI
$11.95

Marinated grilled chicken breast atop our own version of this popular salad, with fresh romaine lettuce, pico de gallo and Romano cheese. Garlicky and tasty.

Energy: 400
Ingredients:romaine, grilled chicken, Caesar dressing, croutons, Parmesan
Allergens:dairy, gluten
Halal
Tortilla Soup

Tortilla Soup

AI
$7.99

Award-winning Gristmill recipe.

Energy: 350
Ingredients:tomatoes, chicken, broth, avocado, tortilla strips, spices
Allergens:gluten
Spicy ×2DFHalal
Grilled Chicken Spinach Salad

Grilled Chicken Spinach Salad

AI
$13.95

Marinated grilled chicken breast atop fresh spinach, red peppers, real bacon bits, Greek olives, topped with feta cheese, served with a creamy vinaigrette dressing.

Energy: 380
Ingredients:spinach, grilled chicken, nuts, dressing
Allergens:nuts
GFDFHalal
Soup of the Day

Soup of the Day

AI
$7.99

Fresh and seasonal. Ask your server for details.

Energy: 250
Ingredients:seasonal vegetables, broth, herbs
Halal
Beef Tenderloin Salad

Beef Tenderloin Salad

AI
$17.99

8 oz. of fresh chunks of tenderloin mixed with spinach, green leaf, iceberg, romaine, avocado and tomato in our creamy vinaigrette dressing.

Energy: 450
Ingredients:beef tenderloin, mixed greens, tomatoes, onions, vinaigrette
GFDFHalal
Pasta Poblano Salad

Pasta Poblano Salad

AI
$4.99

Penne pasta, fresh tomatoes, poblano pesto, salsa, garlic, etc. Topped with fresh Romano cheese shaved right off the block.

Energy: 300
Ingredients:pasta, poblano peppers, cheese, dressing
Allergens:gluten
SpicyVegHalal
Steak Salad

Steak Salad

Noodles & Pasta

Grilled Chicken Pasta Poblano Salad

Grilled Chicken Pasta Poblano Salad

AI
$12.95

Marinated grilled chicken breast atop penne pasta, fresh tomatoes, poblano pesto, salsa, garlic, etc… topped with fresh Romano cheese shaved right off the block.

Energy: 500
Ingredients:pasta, grilled chicken, poblano peppers, dressing
Allergens:gluten
SpicyHalal

Main Course

Gruene Bros ‘Best’ Wurst

Gruene Bros ‘Best’ Wurst

AI
$14.99

Falls City, Texas Polish Wedding Sausage with Gristmill BBQ sauce.

Energy: 300
Ingredients:pork, beef, spices, casings
SpicyGFDFHalal
Top Sirloin

Top Sirloin

AI
$29.99

10 oz. Flavorful favorite around these parts. Tasty! served with a Garden Dinner Salad and one of the following: Pinto Beans, Homemade Mashed Potatoes, Gruene Beans, Yellow & Green Squash, Hill Country Cole Slaw, or Original Round Cut Fries. Our Spinach Salad or Caesar Salad can be substituted for 2.49.

Energy: 500
Ingredients:beef sirloin, salt, pepper, oil
GFDFHalal
Bacon Wrapped Filet

Bacon Wrapped Filet

AI
$32.99

8 oz. Modest in size but big in flavor. Frank Schlather loved ’em! served with a Garden Dinner Salad and one of the following: Pinto Beans, Homemade Mashed Potatoes, Gruene Beans, Yellow & Green Squash, Hill Country Cole Slaw, or Original Round Cut Fries. Our Spinach Salad or Caesar Salad can be substituted for 2.49.

Energy: 450
Ingredients:beef filet, bacon, salt, pepper
SpicyGFDFHalal
Pepper Filet

Pepper Filet

AI
$33.99

8 oz. Bacon wrapped filet grilled and topped with cracked black pepper and our lime herb butter. served with a Garden Dinner Salad and one of the following: Pinto Beans, Homemade Mashed Potatoes, Gruene Beans, Yellow & Green Squash, Hill Country Cole Slaw, or Original Round Cut Fries. Our Spinach Salad or Caesar Salad can be substituted for 2.49.

Energy: 450
Ingredients:beef filet, cracked pepper, butter, herbs
Allergens:dairy
SpicyGFHalal
Guadalupe Chopped Steak

Guadalupe Chopped Steak

AI
$18.99

12 oz. Topped with spicy queso, red onions, fresh avocado, diced tomato, jalapeños and jack cheese. Tex-Mex at its best! served with one of the following: Pinto Beans, Homemade Mashed Potatoes, Gruene Beans, Yellow & Green Squash, Hill Country Cole Slaw, or Original Round Cut Fries. A Spinach Salad or Caesar Salad may be added for 6.49 or Garden Salad for 4.99.

Energy: 550
Ingredients:beef, peppers, onions, spices
Allergens:gluten
SpicyHalal
Ribeye

Ribeye

AI
$42.99

12 oz. M.J.’s brother Dale sez it’s his favorite. served with a Garden Dinner Salad and one of the following: Pinto Beans, Homemade Mashed Potatoes, Gruene Beans, Yellow & Green Squash, Hill Country Cole Slaw, or Original Round Cut Fries. Our Spinach Salad or Caesar Salad can be substituted for 2.49.

Energy: 600
Ingredients:beef ribeye, salt, pepper, oil
GFDFHalal
New York Strip

New York Strip

AI
$34.99

12 oz. Awesome – Jake eats ’em lunch and dinner! served with a Garden Dinner Salad and one of the following: Pinto Beans, Homemade Mashed Potatoes, Gruene Beans, Yellow & Green Squash, Hill Country Cole Slaw, or Original Round Cut Fries. Our Spinach Salad or Caesar Salad can be substituted for 2.49.

Energy: 550
Ingredients:beef strip, salt, pepper, oil
GFDFHalal
Chicken Fried Steak

Chicken Fried Steak

AI
$16.99

Hand breaded and deep fried. Topped with cream gravy. Down home fave! served with one of the following: Pinto Beans, Homemade Mashed Potatoes, Gruene Beans, Yellow & Green Squash, Hill Country Cole Slaw, or Original Round Cut Fries. A Spinach Salad or Caesar Salad may be added for 6.49 or Garden Salad for 4.99.

Energy: 600
Ingredients:chicken steak, flour, eggs, milk, spices
Allergens:gluten
Spicy ×2Halal
Fire Roasted Chicken

Fire Roasted Chicken

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$17.99

Marinated, slow-cooked all-natural bone-in chicken breast, finished with a honey lime glaze.

Energy: 350
Ingredients:chicken, fire-roasted vegetables, herbs
SpicyGFDFHalal
Chicken Acapulco

Chicken Acapulco

AI
$15.99

Marinated grilled chicken breast topped with our homemade pico de gallo and sour cream. Dive into this one.

Energy: 400
Ingredients:chicken, tomatillo sauce, chilies
Spicy ×3GFDFHalal
Tomatillo Chicken

Tomatillo Chicken

AI
$15.99

Marinated grilled chicken breast served over homemade spicy bean sauce and topped with our tomatillo verde.

Energy: 350
Ingredients:chicken, tomatillo sauce, chilies
Spicy ×2GFDFHalal
Chicken Fried Chicken

Chicken Fried Chicken

AI
$17.99

Hand breaded and deep fried. Topped with cream gravy. Almost healthy!

Energy: 500
Ingredients:chicken, flour, eggs, milk, seasoning
Allergens:gluten
SpicyHalal
Grilled Chicken

Grilled Chicken

AI
$14.99

Marinated filet of chicken breast. Skinless with no feathers. Very juicy, awesome flavor!

Energy: 300
Ingredients:chicken, herbs, olive oil, lemon
SpicyGFDFHalal
Baby Back Ribs

Baby Back Ribs

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$28

Fall off the bone tender, finger licking good. A house specialty and local favorite, we serve ’em until sold out. served with Garden Dinner Salad and one of the following: Pinto Beans, Homemade Mashed Potatoes, Gruene Beans, Yellow & Green Squash, Hill Country Cole Slaw, or Original Round Cut Fries. Our Spinach Salad or Caesar Salad can be substituted for 2.49.

Energy: 500
Ingredients:baby back ribs, dry rub, barbecue sauce
Spicy ×2Halal
Pinto Beans

Pinto Beans

$4.99

Spicy pintos flavored with bacon and jalapeños.

Sauteed Mushrooms

Sauteed Mushrooms

$5.99

Sauteed mushrooms with onions and garlic in a white wine cream sauce. Topped with chives and fresh grated romano cheese.

Gruene’s Chocolate Supreme

Gruene’s Chocolate Supreme

$14.99

A Texas-sized slice of chocolate sheet cake with pecans and rich chocolate icing, topped with Blue Bell Homemade Vanilla ice cream, chocolate syrup, fresh strawberries and whipped cream.

New York Style Cheesecake

New York Style Cheesecake

$9.99

This decadent dessert is rich and creamy. Topped with a strawberry glaze and whipped cream. Ask your server about our seasonal cheesecakes.

Hill Country Strawberry Shortcake

Hill Country Strawberry Shortcake

$8.99

Topped with Blue Bell Homemade Vanilla ice cream, fresh strawberries and whipped cream.

Chocolate Sundae

Chocolate Sundae

$6.99

Blue Bell Homemade Vanilla ice cream with plenty of chocolate syrup, whipped cream and nuts.

Jack Daniel’s Pecan Pie a la mode

Jack Daniel’s Pecan Pie a la mode

Our soon to be famous pecan pie cooked with a trace of Jack Daniel’s, lots of chocolate chips and topped with Blue Bell Homemade Vanilla ice cream.

Blue Bell Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream

Blue Bell Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream

$3.99
After

After

Texas Size Onion Rings

Texas Size Onion Rings

Chicken Fried Steak with Potatoes

Chicken Fried Steak with Potatoes

Baby Back Ribs Full Rack

Baby Back Ribs Full Rack

Fresh Made Margaritas

Fresh Made Margaritas

Spinach Artichoke Dip with Tortilla Chips

Spinach Artichoke Dip with Tortilla Chips

Plates

Plates

Coke or Root Beer Float

Coke or Root Beer Float

$4.99

Blue Bell Homemade Vanilla ice cream with Coke or root beer.

Strawberry Shortcake Complimentary for Birthday

Strawberry Shortcake Complimentary for Birthday

Appetizers & Sides

Onion Rings

Onion Rings

AI
$12.99

Hand breaded, double dipped and fried to a golden brown.

Energy: 350
Ingredients:onions, flour, eggs, oil
Allergens:eggs, gluten
VegDFHalal
Spinach & Mushroom Quesadillas

Spinach & Mushroom Quesadillas

AI
$12.99

Spinach and sauteed mushroom combo with melted Monterey Jack cheese.

Energy: 450
Ingredients:spinach, mushrooms, cheese, tortillas, bell pepper, onion
Allergens:dairy, gluten
SpicyVegHalal
Spinach Artichoke Dip

Spinach Artichoke Dip

AI
$9.99

Hot and cheesy, Popeye-like yummy stuff, served with tortilla chips.

Energy: 300
Ingredients:spinach, artichokes, cream cheese, mozzarella, garlic, herbs
Allergens:dairy
VegGFHalal
Homemade Spicy Queso

Homemade Spicy Queso

AI
$9.99

The kind most people ‘round these parts grew up with, but better!

Energy: 250
Ingredients:cheese, milk, jalapeños, chili powder, spices
Allergens:dairy
Spicy ×3VegGFHalal
Triple Dip Combo

Triple Dip Combo

AI
$16.99

Homemade Spicy Queso, Garlicky Hot Sauce and Tomatillo Verde served with crisp tortilla chips.

Energy: 200
Ingredients:cheese, salsa, spices
Allergens:dairy
VegGFHalal
Texas Torpedoes

Texas Torpedoes

AI
$12.99

Hand-battered, deep fried bacon wrapped jalapeños stuffed with cheddar, jack and cream cheese. Served with chipotle ranch. Order of four. Fire ‘em down with your favorite longneck.

Energy: 400
Ingredients:jalapeños, cheese, bacon, flour, egg
Allergens:dairy, gluten, eggs
Spicy ×4Halal
Our Homemade Sauces Served with Crisp Tortilla Chips

Our Homemade Sauces Served with Crisp Tortilla Chips

AI
$3.95

Assortment of house sauces paired with crunchy tortilla chips.

Energy: 150
Ingredients:tomato, chili, garlic, spices, vinegar
VegVeganGFDFHalal
Homemade Mashed Potatoes

Homemade Mashed Potatoes

AI
$4.99

The real thing – with potato skins and garlic.

Energy: 350
Ingredients:potatoes, butter, milk, salt
Allergens:dairy
VegGFHalal
Gruene Beans

Gruene Beans

AI
$4.99

Our own tomato and bacon based green bean recipe.

Energy: 300
Ingredients:pinto beans, bacon, onion, spices
SpicyGFDFHalal
Grilled Asparagus

Grilled Asparagus

AI
$7.99

Steamed, grilled and topped with fresh grated Romano cheese.

Energy: 150
Ingredients:asparagus, olive oil, salt
VegVeganGFDFHalal
Yellow & Green Squash

Yellow & Green Squash

AI
$5.99

Fresh steamed zucchini and yellow squash mixed with tomato, bacon, butter and topped with fresh Romano cheese shaved right off the block.

Energy: 150
Ingredients:squash, butter, herbs
VegGFHalal
Gristmill Fries

Gristmill Fries

AI
$6

Our Original Round Cut – they’re great!

Energy: 400
Ingredients:potatoes, oil, salt
VegVeganGFDFHalal
Hill Country Cole Slaw

Hill Country Cole Slaw

AI
$4.99

Lightly dressed, with a touch of jalapeño. ¡Poco caliente!

Energy: 200
Ingredients:cabbage, carrots, mayo, vinegar
Allergens:eggs
VegGFDFHalal

Breads

Garlic Bread

Garlic Bread

$5.99

Toasted and garlicky.

Wraps & Sandwiches

Chicken Poblano Quesadillas

Chicken Poblano Quesadillas

AI
$12.99

Our own poblano pesto, Monterey jack y pollo. Great starter!

Energy: 550
Ingredients:chicken, poblano peppers, cheese, tortillas, onion, cilantro
Allergens:dairy, gluten
Spicy ×3Halal
Grilled Chicken Sandwich

Grilled Chicken Sandwich

AI
$12.99

Yeah, even grilled chicken tastes great here. Tender, very juicy, marinated chicken filet served with tomato, lettuce and our own prime sauce on a hoagie-style sourdough bun. Wow!

Energy: 450
Ingredients:chicken, bun, lettuce, sauce
Allergens:gluten
Halal
Beef Tenderloin Sandwich

Beef Tenderloin Sandwich

AI
$17.99

8 oz. juicy beef tenderloin, cheddar cheese, avocado, lettuce, tomato and our special prime sauce on a white bun.

Energy: 500
Ingredients:beef tenderloin, roll, caramelized onions
Allergens:gluten
DFHalal
Gruene ‘Country Club’ Sandwich

Gruene ‘Country Club’ Sandwich

AI
$14.99

Sliced smoked turkey, peppered bacon, avocado, lettuce, tomato and our own prime sauce on a hoagie-style sourdough bun.

Energy: 600
Ingredients:turkey, bacon, avocado, lettuce, mayo
Allergens:egg
Halal
Pulled Pork Sandwich

Pulled Pork Sandwich

AI
$15.99

Slow cooked pork butt topped with our tangy BBQ sauce and Hill Country Slaw. Served on a white bun. Little messy, lotta good!

Energy: 450
Ingredients:pork, coleslaw, roll, barbecue sauce
SpicyHalal
Chicken Salad Sandwich

Chicken Salad Sandwich

AI
$12.99

Our version of this tea room standard is a little more hearty than normal and especially long on flavor, featuring spicy chicken, celery and peppered bacon. Served on a hoagie-style sourdough bun.

Energy: 400
Ingredients:chicken, herbs, bread roll, lettuce
Allergens:egg, gluten
Halal

Desserts

German Chocolate Cake a la mode

German Chocolate Cake a la mode

Six layers of extra moist chocolate cake with a rich German chocolate icing loaded with coconut and pecans. Served with Blue Bell Homemade Vanilla ice cream.

Strawberry Cake

Strawberry Cake

$9.99

Six layers with fresh strawberries blended into the batter. Topped with strawberry buttercream icing.

Texas Chocolate Sheet Cake a la mode

Texas Chocolate Sheet Cake a la mode

A Texas-sized slice of chocolate sheet cake with pecans, rich chocolate icing and topped with Blue Bell Homemade Vanilla ice cream.

Burgers & Fried Chicken

GristBurger

GristBurger

AI
$10.99

Half-pound fresh ground all beef patty smothered with our homemade spicy queso.

Energy: 500
Ingredients:beef patty, bun, lettuce, tomato, cheese
Allergens:gluten
SpicyHalal
Hamburger

Hamburger

AI
$10.49

Half-pound fresh ground all beef patty.

Energy: 500
Ingredients:beef patty, bun, lettuce, tomato, pickles
Allergens:gluten
SpicyHalal
Cheeseburger

Cheeseburger

AI
$10.99

Half-pound fresh ground all beef patty with cheddar melted to a gooey delight.

Energy: 600
Ingredients:beef patty, cheese, bun, lettuce, tomato
Allergens:dairy, gluten
SpicyHalal
Grist Burger

Grist Burger

Seafood

Fresh Trout

Fresh Trout

AI
$17.99

8 oz. Idaho Rainbow, seasoned with our blend of cayenne, ancho and other spices. Topped with chipotle butter. served with Garden Dinner Salad and one of the following: Pinto Beans, Homemade Mashed Potatoes, Gruene Beans, Yellow & Green Squash, Hill Country Cole Slaw, or Original Round Cut Fries. Our Spinach Salad or Caesar Salad can be substituted for 2.49.

Energy: 350
Ingredients:trout, herbs, lemon, butter
SpicyGFHalal
Deep Fried Catfish Filet

Deep Fried Catfish Filet

AI
$16.99

Farm raised and hand breaded. Good eats! served with one of the following: Pinto Beans, Homemade Mashed Potatoes, Gruene Beans, Yellow & Green Squash, Hill Country Cole Slaw, or Original Round Cut Fries. A Spinach Salad or Caesar Salad may be added for 6.49 or Garden Salad for 4.99.

Energy: 400
Ingredients:catfish, flour, eggs, oil
Allergens:gluten
SpicyHalal
Fresh Catch

Fresh Catch

AI
$25

The freshest we can find each day. Selection will vary seasonally. Grilled or blackened. served with Garden Dinner Salad and one of the following: Pinto Beans, Homemade Mashed Potatoes, Gruene Beans, Yellow & Green Squash, Hill Country Cole Slaw, or Original Round Cut Fries. Our Spinach Salad or Caesar Salad can be substituted for 2.49.

Energy: 400
Ingredients:mixed seafood, lemon, herbs
SpicyGFDFHalal
Fried Shrimp

Fried Shrimp

AI
$24.99

Jumbo butterflied gulf coast shrimp. Just like you like ’em. served with Garden Dinner Salad and one of the following: Pinto Beans, Homemade Mashed Potatoes, Gruene Beans, Yellow & Green Squash, Hill Country Cole Slaw, or Original Round Cut Fries. Our Spinach Salad or Caesar Salad can be substituted for 2.49.

Energy: 300
Ingredients:shrimp, flour, eggs, oil
Allergens:shellfish
SpicyHalal
Bronze Catfish

Bronze Catfish

AI
$16.99

Blackened catfish filet served with our tequila lime butter. served with one of the following: Pinto Beans, Homemade Mashed Potatoes, Gruene Beans, Yellow & Green Squash, Hill Country Cole Slaw, or Original Round Cut Fries. A Spinach Salad or Caesar Salad may be added for 6.49 or Garden Salad for 4.99.

Energy: 300
Ingredients:catfish, flour, spices
SpicyHalal
Fresh Ahi Tuna

Fresh Ahi Tuna

AI
$26

Fresh, hand-cut filet. Grilled or blackened. served with Garden Dinner Salad and one of the following: Pinto Beans, Homemade Mashed Potatoes, Gruene Beans, Yellow & Green Squash, Hill Country Cole Slaw, or Original Round Cut Fries. Our Spinach Salad or Caesar Salad can be substituted for 2.49.

Energy: 300
Ingredients:ahi tuna, sesame oil, soy, garnish
SpicyDFHalal

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