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Ernie's Restaurant

103 South Baylor Street, Brenham, TX 77833
(979) 836-7545
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Ranked #23 of 32 restaurants in Brenham
Cuisines: American
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Reservations
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- 8 Apr 2013
Restaurant details
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Reservations
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Texas
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44 reviews 44 reviews
20 restaurant reviews
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2013

When we were here last, the AC was out and you do not do dining in Texas in June without air conditioning. The food was only so-so and you never know what they will be out of on their menu but it will usually be what you want that night. Some in Brenham love this place but I have never... More

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Houston, Texas
2 reviews
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 March 2013

the atmosphere was nice. food too a long time to come with only 5 tables and 2 waitresses. Quesadilla was burned. wife asked for coffee refilled 3 times and waitress forgot prior. also they forgot to serve cup of soup. However they adjusted the check for the burned food and took of soup not served. too bad you can't eat... More

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Brenham, TX
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 February 2013

My Red Hat group had lunch. Not only did it take forever, but the orders were all wrong. We were offered a complimentary meal for another time, but decided it just wasn't worth the hassle!

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7 reviews 7 reviews
7 restaurant reviews
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 February 2013 via mobile

Valentine day... Early reservation... Hostess friendly but seriously inappropriately causally dressed for an upscale restaurant... Jesns and polo. Seated us, brought the regular menu although had been told special memu only. We ordered wine and water..she came back and took thermi and gave us one SPECIAL menu....fine. Twenty five minutes later... No water... No wine... No one has taken our... More

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Brenham, Texas
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36 restaurant reviews
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 January 2013

Wonderful ambiance, attentive service and really, really good Fish Tacos and Creme Brulee! The Margaritas are made with their own housemade sweet and sour which is perfectly balanced. The fact that they use grass fed meats, organic produce and local made products when available is a huge bonus for those enjoying their food. Located in downtown, it makes it easy... More

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Brenham, Texas
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 January 2013

Sunday lunch - place was not busy at all Pro's - Place was clean, bright and fit the name. "american bistro". Food was good - back bean omelet and grits and eggs with some sause Con's - service was horrible, the hostest SERVED US THE ENTIRE MEAL!!! One of the waitresses felt it more important to SIT at a table... More

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Houston, Texas
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 January 2013

Over-priced, awful food served incredibly slowly (or in one case, not at all). Lunch took three hours. I'd rather have spent the time on Devil's Island. My advice is, STAY AWAY.

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Bastrop, Texas
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6 restaurant reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 December 2012

This is where we held the big birthday celebration for my sister's 70th birthday. There were approximately 20 of us; and even though I felt they were a little overwhelmed, The food was good and we had a private room so we didn't have to worry about being too loud and disturbing others.

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houstonburbs
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102 restaurant reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 November 2012

Stopped in on the way home from a business trip, and glad we got off the highway to find a meal more than a fast food, eat in the car, and hope we don't spill! WONDERFUL!!! Homemade sauces, dressings, and bread! Living on the Gulf coast, kind of makes us leery of seafood away from the coast.....really one of the... More

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Brenham
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 November 2012

Very limited lunch menu. Crab cake sandwich was on a bun with a miniscule orange colored dressing, but didn t need mayo because was so greasy it ran down your arm. Chicken and avocado sandwiches came out w/o avocado and they brought 2 paper thin slices to put on it, again no mayo on bun. Chicken tostacho (taco salad) with... More

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