JOE THOMAS

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Hands down, The Horny Toad is one of the best hidden gems in all of Central Texas! We took the scenic backroads drive out to Cranfills Gap (which is half the fun—beautiful Hill Country views!), and this place absolutely delivered. The burgers? Absolutely legendary. We got the classic cheeseburger on the special “Toad bun” — juicy, perfectly seasoned, with just the right toppings. I also tried the B-witch (loaded with bacon, jalapeños, grilled onions… wow), and it lived up to every bit of the hype. People weren’t kidding when they say it’s worth driving 50+ miles for! The onion rings were crispy perfection and disappeared in minutes. The atmosphere is pure old-school Texas magic—rustic metal building, neon beer signs, barn wood, license plates on the walls, and that welcoming honky-tonk/biker-bar feel. Friendly staff treated us like family, the service was quick and spot-on, and the cold beer hit the spot perfectly. It’s not fancy, and that’s exactly why it’s awesome. This is real-deal, no-pretenses Texas at its best—great food, great people, and a vibe you just can’t find in the city. If you’re anywhere near Waco, Clifton, or cruising the backroads, do yourself a favor and make the trip to The Horny Toad. You won’t regret it. We’ll be back every time we’re in the area!

+11

george berry

Delicious! Third of a pound cheeseburger on a sourdough jalapeno bun that they then cook the outside of also like in a panini press. It's incredible!.

Lisa Draper

This is a friendly small-town bar and grill. They are known well for their hamburgers which didn't disappoint! My husband and I went on a road trip fun day out. We definitely plan to go back!

Joe Thomas

A real Texas dive bar in tiny Cranfills Gap, Texas.

+5

MJ Covinski

This is a hidden gem! If you want an authentic small town Texas restaurant, then this is it! We’re from the UK and regularly visit Texas to see family, so visited this place while travelling. The place was recommended to us for the burgers, so we went for them and were not disappointed! Fantastic! Make sure you have the burger with the Toad Bun! We also had the sharing plater, which was great. The attention from the waitress was fantastic and we had great service from her. Thank you! When I return with other family members, I’ll be bringing them back here!

+2

Courtney Scott

This was my first visit, and I look forward to many more. The atmosphere here is a unique blend of a biker bar and a metal barn, complete with neon signs. There’s plenty of space and tables for the locals, and the menu offers a great variety of grilled and fried bar food. The journey to enjoy this meal was definitely worth it. The staff perfectly matched the vibe and were fantastic. I ordered the shrimp basket with onion rings, and I would happily order it again. A big thank you to the entire team for making my birthday meal so special!

Eugene Newsom

If you own a motorcycle and ride in Texas, you need to try this place. It is the absolute perfect hole in the wall watering hole.

Heba Barazi

From now on, when I get out of town visitors, this would be the first place I take them to for dinner or lunch. We ordered BBQ back ribs and fajitas. Both were exceptional. The fries is a special mention. I would go there just for the fries! We had the house beer. It was a perfect compliment to the meal. And the finale was the best strawberry shortcake I ever had. It is so flavorful even without the cream or the strawberries. The service is awesome and the whole vibe is just wonderful. I will definitely be coming here again.

+1

Robert Draper

Wonderful experience! The food was outstanding! We had the onion rings, which were ok for an appetizer. The main course was the burger! Got the toad bun, which is AWESOME! Burger itself was one of the best that I have had. Had great flavor! The service was outstanding as well! Very friendly and attentive. Highly recommend visiting this place!

Chris Nailor

We rode down from Waxahachie just to get some air. This was a great destination. Great atmosphere and decor! If you’re looking for a place to go just to go, this is a great choice. Burger was juicy and the fries are cooked perfectly with crispy skin and hot tender inside.