Spring Branch, Texas · Est. Family Owned

Hearty Texas Comfort Food Under the Antlers

Chicken fried steak, build-your-own burgers, and lodge-style charm just off the Hill Country back roads. Casual, cozy, and worth the stop.

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4.6 rating · 3,900+ Google reviews
Rustic dining room at Richter's Antler Cafe decorated with taxidermy deer mounts and antlers

Our Story

A Rustic Stop That Feels Like Home

Tucked along the back roads of Spring Branch, Richter's Antler Cafe is the kind of place travelers stumble into once and then plan trips around. Step inside and you're greeted by a ceiling strung with antlers, walls lined with taxidermy mounts, and a dining room full of the kind of easy, unhurried hospitality that Texas Hill Country is known for. It's casual, it's cozy, and it feels exactly like home.

The menu is short on purpose β€” because everything on it is done right. Our chicken fried steak comes out generously portioned, perfectly battered, and smothered in gravy alongside your pick of two sides. Our build-your-own Richter's Burgers are a house favorite, and the chicken fried chicken sandwich (don't skip the onion rings) is a local legend for good reason. Guests regularly tell us it's the best cheeseburger they've ever had β€” toasted bun, fresh veggies, meat cooked just right.

Whether you're passing through on the way from Luckenbach, stopping in from San Antonio, or you're a regular who already knows to order the green beans and spicy mac and cheese on the side, we're glad you're here. Grab a seat indoors under the mounts or out on the patio, and settle in β€” the sweet tea's cold and the servers are some of the kindest around.

From Our Guests

What People Are Saying

“Casual, cozy atmosphere and southern comfort food that makes you feel at home. This rustic themed restaurant is decorated with numerous beautiful taxidermy mounts all worth gazing... Prices are reasonable. Wonderful, friendly, and kind servers too. If you're traveling through the area this is a must-stop spot.”

— Sammy B.

“Home cooked food and relaxed atmosphere. Good sweet tea (a must) and maybe the BEST cheeseburger I have ever had! Fresh, bun toasted just right, meat cooked to perfection. Don't miss this place when driving through!”

— Jason W.

“Consistently excellent. Each item I've tried across visits has been great food with great service. CFS, Chicken Tenders, Richter Burger, and the surprise chili con carne enchiladas. The old school thousand island with club crackers is also a must.”

— Abby S.

“We stopped in here 45 minutes before closing. They invited us in and were very welcoming. Chicken fried steak and fried pickles was the winner winner. Our waitress was fantastic and the food was fresh.”

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Hours & Location

1 Sun Valley Dr
Spring Branch, TX 78070

(830) 885-6328

Monday11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Tuesday11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Wednesday11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Thursday11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Friday11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Saturday11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Sunday11:00 AM – 9:00 PM