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(210) 775-2297
205 E Guenther St
(King William Street)
San Antonio,
TX
78204
29.4118
-98.4955
Neighborhoods: Arsenal, Central San Antonio
Hours:
Daily 7am-3pm
Last updated 10.20.11
Category:
Restaurants, Banquet Rooms, Wedding Planners
Payment Methods:
Gift Certificate, American Express, Visa, Discover, Diners Club, Money Order, MasterCard, Travelers Check
Cuisine:
Smoking Permitted:
No
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What People Are Saying About The Guenther House
The Owner
The Guenther House
Owner
The rooms reflect the Art Nouveau style of the 1920s in their use of the stained glass ivy window panels and the decorative plaster corn and wheat motif of the miller's trade. The restaurant is open for both breakfast and lunch and features baked items--breads, pastries, pancakes and waffles--as well as sandwiches, soups, salads and our specialty, biscuits and gravy.The museum displays pioneer flourmills memorabilia as well as Guenther family photos and remembrances. Of special delight to collectors are the Dresden china anniversary plates. These were made in Germany until WWII and were given…
Featured Review
Contributor
Contributor
The Scene – History buffs are in for a treat; this building dates back one and a half centuries. The original two-story home was completed in 1860 next to founder's Texas Milling Pioneer business. Both thrive today, including the restaurant, which opened in 1988. Check out the company store and museum. Decorative fireplaces are on all three floors, and there are two views of San Antonio River. There are also three tables for carryout patrons and a terrace roof garden for private parties (built in 1927). – – The Food – Food is prepared fresh daily. Taco soup isn't too…
Editor's Tips
- Save Money:
- Daily special ($6.75) alternates between chicken pot pie, beef stew and pepper steak. All come with salad and choice of four house dressings.
- Know Before You Go:
- Breakfast is served all day, while lunch kicks in at 11am, 10am on Sunday.
- When to Go:
- Busiest time is 12pm-1pm, when choice of indoor or outdoor seating may be limited.
12/02/11
Great location. Breakfast decent but Looong waits
by Jag0715 at Citysearch
Quaint restaurant on property of Pioneer Flour Mill. Best biscuits in town! Longs waits for breakfast are a bit frustrating I love to bring out of town guests here for breakfast - during the week. Too busy on weekends
09/18/11
cool location/subpar food
by doctor Parker at Citysearch
I was surprised that the food wasn't better. I really wanted to love this place. Went twice, wasn't impressed. Cool location.
11/16/10
Not on my 10 Best List!
by mustlovemydog at Citysearch
I dragged my boyfriend here for breakfast this morning, based on the 10best recommendation for breakfast. It was a cool house to visit, but there is truly no reason to eat there. $6 bought me plain biscuits and bland gravy. $7 bought my boyfriend one waffle (small size), which was sorta good. The soda and tea were strange--the soda tasted like it had no carbonation, despite being in a can. The tea was odd-tasting--bland to say the least. Marketed as 'iced' but there was mint or something in it. Didn't help the taste any! The best part about this restaurant is actually the gift shop.
06/24/09
One of the best places to take out of towners
by DeeDee99 at Citysearch
I love this place. It is great for out of towners or just for a nice brunch for locals. The food is wonderful and prices are reasonable considering the ambiance/history. Highly recommened.
- Pros: food is wonderful, nice setting
- Cons: none
10/07/08
Great Customer Service-excellent view
by guillen at Citysearch
Loved the view would recommend to everyone. My husband and I enjoyed the fresh breeze and the beautiful surroundings of the san antonio. It was our first time and would love to do it again. The service is great ,food was great. Thank you
Message from The Guenther House
- Museum
- Store
- Restaurant
The rooms reflect the Art Nouveau style of the 1920s in their use of the stained glass ivy window panels and the decorative plaster corn and wheat motif of the miller's trade. The restaurant is open for both breakfast and lunch and features baked items--breads, pastries, pancakes and waffles--as well as sandwiches, soups, salads and our specialty, biscuits and gravy.
The museum displays pioneer flourmills memorabilia as well as Guenther family photos and remembrances. Of special delight to collectors are the Dresden china anniversary plates. These were made in Germany until WWII and were given to customers of the Mill.
The River Mill Store offers gourmet baking mixes, custom stoneware, cookware, and other gift items. The rooms themselves, once formerly the music room and bedroom, feature fireplaces and distinctive tile work that are part of the original decor.
