Dining Options
Explore Dining Options Near La Palmilla
Below are our highest recommended dining experiences, offering a blend of fine dining, casual eateries, and local favorites. Whether you’re in the mood for gourmet cuisine at Oma Leen’s or a relaxed meal at Mama Mia Mexican Cuisine, we’ve curated the best options for you to enjoy during your stay. For those preferring the comfort of their suite or villa, we also offer convenient delivery options, bringing gourmet meals right to your door.
Onsite Dining
La Fonda — Gourmet Food Truck at La Palmilla
Indulge in chef-crafted meals just steps from your suite at La Fonda, La Palmilla’s signature gourmet food truck. Designed to bring flavor, convenience, and creativity together, La Fonda serves up everything from energizing breakfasts to satisfying lunch and dinner options—all without ever leaving the resort grounds.
Whether you’re fueling up before a day of exploring or winding down with a warm, flavorful meal, La Fonda delivers resort-quality dining in a relaxed, open-air setting. Expect thoughtfully curated dishes, fresh ingredients, and rotating specials inspired by local Texas favorites and global flavors.
Hours of Operation
Monday–Wednesday
• Available by request with minimum purchase
Thursday & Friday
• 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Saturday
• Breakfast: 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM
• Lunch & Dinner: 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Sunday
• Breakfast: 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM
• Additional hours available by request with minimum purchase
Delivered to La Palmilla:
For small or large groups:
- Mama Mia Mexican Cuisine
- Order Online | (254) 269-0057
Best Overall Dining Experience:
- Oma Leen’s – Hico (25 min drive)
- Celebrity Chef’s Austin and Shannon Odom
- Featured on Food Network
- https://www.omaleens.com
Local Options
- Mama Mia Mexican Cuisine
- Whiskey Woods – Steakhouse and Bar (Nice, Newest Restaurant – Great Ambiance)
- Loco Coyote (expect long wait times on weekends, local secret/hidden dive, 15 minute drive)
- Massey’s BBQ (Closest Restaurant to La Palmilla 5 min drive/Pickleball courts)
- Hammond’s BBQ (Local Favorite)
- RiverHouse Grill (Nice – Great Ambiance)
- Sexton Mill (Best Patio)
- Los Primos (Best Margarita)
- Los Primos (Best Margarita)
- 3B Beers, Brats & Burgers (All Outdoors, yardgames, patio)
- Simple Simon Pizza (Best Pizza)
- H&H Grill (Closed, need to remove)
- Pie Peddlers (Best Desserts)
- Shoo-Fly Soda Shop (Nostalgic Soda Fountain)
- Blackie’s on the Square (Best Bar)
- Storiebook Café (Best Lunch/Sandwich)
- Big Cup Eatery (Best Variety)
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