A one-hour drive northwest of Austin will take you somewhere supremely spectacular. Prepare yourself for some crispy chicken fried steak, a cup of warm coffee, and a slice of the best lemon meringue pie you’ve ever put in your mouth. This little diner in Marble Falls oozes southern charm, and you’ll want to savor every last bite. The Blue Bonnet Cafe is over 85 years old, and it’s so worth the drive from Austin.

Hop on TX 71 West and book it to Marble Falls, Texas!
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The Blue Bonnet Cafe is the stuff of legends. Founded in 1929, this enchanting eatery surges with friendly atmosphere. Today, it's owned by John and Belinda Kemper. Needless to say, it's a match made in heaven.
From the moment you walk through the door, you'll be treated like family.
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The staff at The Blue Bonnet Cafe pride themselves in their charming customer service. The servers will remember your name, and you'll become a regular in no time.
And you're sure to see a familiar face or two!
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Some servers have worked here for over 25 years! With food this tasty and an atmosphere this welcoming, it's easy to see why nobody wants to leave.
Their menu has garnered critical acclaim.
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Texas Highways Magazine has named The Blue Bonnet Cafe as the best breakfast in Texas, and The Austin Chronicle thinks that it's one of the best restaurants within 60 miles of Austin!

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You can munch on their breakfast specials all day long.
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It'd be a shame to deprive anyone of The Blue Bonnet's famous breakfasts, so this down-home diner makes these dishes any time of day. From massive pancakes to fluffy biscuits, The Blue Bonnet's breakfast spread is truly epic.
Sometimes, your heart longs for chicken fried steak.
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Smothered in a creamy pepper gravy, The Blue Bonnet's chicken fried steak will thrill your taste buds. Hear that crunch under your fork as you devour the perfect bite. This southern comfort food is worth the one-hour drive.
The star of the show, however, really belongs to the Blue Bonnet pies.
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The pies are baked fresh every morning and topped with a healthy dose of whipped cream or fluffy meringue. Co-owner Belinda Kemper is responsible for these delightfully sweet confections, and you can read these recipes in the Blue Bonnet Cafe Cookbook!
Fudge, peanut butter, apple, and banana cream pies await!
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Of course, these aren't the only kinds of sweet treats you can sink your teeth into. The Blue Bonnet Cafe serves 15 different kinds of pies and numerous other breakfast pastries. If you really want to satisfy your sweet tooth, swing by for Pie Happy Hour from 3 PM to 5 PM on Monday - Fridays.
Enjoy a little slice of paradise at The Blue Bonnet Cafe.
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The Blue Bonnet Cafe has been a Texas institution for 89 years, and it shows no signs of slowing down. To taste these unbelievable pies and mouthwatering breakfast dishes, head over to 211 US-281 in Marble Falls, Texas. You can learn more by visiting their website at www.bluebonnetcafe.net.

Have you eaten at this legendary eatery? What’s your favorite thing on the menu? If you’re still hungry for some southern comfort food, check out this historic down-home cafe in Austin.

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