The Taproom

Average… used to come here during college (2004-2012). They changed the whole model. Queso burgers used to be on Hawaiian buns and used to be golden spears for fries. They state sourdough buns but it is a regular bun. Smoking while in the restaurant. IDGAF if it is a vape pen. Also a friend ordered a guac queso burger w/ guac on the side. Forgot the side. When they brought the guac, it was brown. Do better. I forgot to add. They have 30+ beers posted. I asked for two and they were out of those with no subs. Sour to sour. I ordered a second beer. Also out. So much for “tap room”. I don’t always review but when I do it means something.

I had to come back and leave a new review since the last one I left was seven years ago… Taproom has changed a lot! Taproom is a classic choice here in San Marcos and they are known by locals for their burgers. I love the Wingo Wingo bingo bango that they have on Wednesdays, the host really brings the energy! They also have trivia night on Tuesdays and both nights Wings are $1. The wings are delicious! I love to get lemon pepper mixed with buffalo. They also have an amazing house made ranch to go with it. They are always rotating drafts, so I often find beers I like here that I can’t find anywhere else. The bartenders here are some of the best bartenders on the Square they have such kind, upbeat personalities. This place has so much history and you can tell by the building and the decor on the walls and above the bar. I miss the cordon blue bites that they used to have! Also the buns on their burgers are unmatched in this town! My personal favorite is the mushroom Swiss burger. Definitely stop by here and visit if you’re looking to have a chill meal or a randomly fun Wednesday night.

Best burgers in town, hands down.

I’ve been here multiple times throughout my college career. It’s been a few years now, but it was always the best burger in town hands down. Great beer selection, great atmosphere and service, and amazing burgers! Best place to hang with friends after work, or a weekend treat.

Food is good. Beer selection is very good. Service is often slow. Went back tonight. They had a special menu with smoked chicken wings and ribs. Both were fantastic! They should put the smoked selections on the regular menu.

Great spot, fun vibes. I have to say - they made us the BEST chili we’ve ever had. Seriously so good!

Fun place for Trivia on Tuesday nights. Tonight had special smoked menu for Texas State bowl game and the food was fantastic! Wish this was part of regular menu.

I came in for trivia last night and had the meatball sub. My server Lauren suggested it because of the limited menu and it was a great!! Lauren was super helpful with drink options and attentive the whole time I was there. First time visiting here and will be returning in the future.

Cool place with great specials. Good beer list too. Awesome burgers. UPDATE: Alright, 6 years later. They added a "service fee," which is 3%. So I must say, i'm pretty disappointed and now I feel like the cool part of having a ton of beers on tap - is ruined. Adding a service fee charge is just going to take tips away from your servers, and in my case, I may not return until the service fee is removed. Also, they increased their prices all around. For lunch for 3, with 5 beers total was $86.