I'm from upstate New York and visiting family in Abilene, TX. I have never had authentic Mexican food, so I was hoping to get some while in Texas, however, my other family members were looking for BBQ and burgers. While visiting Fort Chadbourne, I asked if there was a local restaurant where we could all get what we wanted. He immediately said, "The Red Barn." He said they have the best Mexican food and the best beef brisket around. He told us how to get there; only ten minutes away, located in Bronte, TX. This little place is a true GEM! We were met by Christy & Cathy, who welcomed us in with open arms. I was immediately guided to an amazing full menu of everything you could possibly want . . . good ole American food (BBQ, burgers, fries) to authentic Mexican food. When I was asked if I had ever had authentic Mexican before, I said, "No, but I love Taco Bell!" Everyone laughed. If you want the most delicious meal and a ton of it for a great price, you won't be disappointed in Pena's Red Barn Cafe! I had the "Texican" which was a sampler platter with a beef enchilada, a tamale, and beef taco, served with refried beans and rice, and unlimited tortillas with salsa. This food was the most amazing food I've ever eaten, and I'm not just saying that. We quickly learned that everything is made from scratch every day. The "Red Barn Cafe" is about an hour away from Abilene, but worth the trip. If I lived in Texas, I'd be making a road trip to this place, OFTEN!
Kylin Jacob
Place was good. The salad was more then I expected. Very filling.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Chritina Darley
Ordered brisket sandwiches its ok it filled my stomach it took for ever to cool down i guess it was microwaved to long
Kim Stewart
Great food! The Mexican Omelette, with extra red sauce, is the bomb, for breakfast. The cinco nachos, burgers, patty melt & barbecue are also excellent.
Nathan Running Rabbit
Best Brisket and sauce
Irma
We have been here twice. The food was really good, lots of flavor. The food price is reasonable and the service was good.
Carol Ann Weston
Family-friendly home town restaurant. Mexican food, barbecue, and home- style cooking. Not fancy, but comfortable and clean. Food is always great and service is quick. My favorites are the chicken flauta and the tex-mex plate. Cheese enchiladas are sundeck! Staff are welcoming and friendly, yet efficient. A regular stop for us!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kevin Andersen
Excellent brisket!
sandra sabine
Great little place and they have wonderful brisket.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Cheese Enchilada, Chopped Sandwich Plate, Brisket Plate, Burrito, Sliced Brisket Plate and a Taco
I was apprehensive when I saw the exterior but the instant I entered it got better Very good food..very good service..super clean interior. I loved the place. Came back next nite. Just proved that old saying" Don't judge a book by it's cover!"So true in this case.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jordan Sherman
Good food, friendly staff, timely ordering
Food: 5
Service: 5
Miss Marmar
We went at the end of the night so they had ran out of tea but the food was absolutely
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Pulled Pork Sandwich with Boracho Beans and PO
eric smith
Truck broke down near town, I ate a bite while my truck was getting fixed. I had the brisket special. Wonderful food. Ended up staying in town till morning. Nice good people all over town.
I'm from upstate New York and visiting family in Abilene, TX. I have never had authentic Mexican food, so I was hoping to get some while in Texas, however, my other family members were looking for BBQ and burgers. While visiting Fort Chadbourne, I asked if there was a local restaurant where we could all get what we wanted. He immediately said, "The Red Barn." He said they have the best Mexican food and the best beef brisket around. He told us how to get there; only ten minutes away, located in Bronte, TX. This little place is a true GEM! We were met by Christy & Cathy, who welcomed us in with open arms. I was immediately guided to an amazing full menu of everything you could possibly want . . . good ole American food (BBQ, burgers, fries) to authentic Mexican food. When I was asked if I had ever had authentic Mexican before, I said, "No, but I love Taco Bell!" Everyone laughed. If you want the most delicious meal and a ton of it for a great price, you won't be disappointed in Pena's Red Barn Cafe! I had the "Texican" which was a sampler platter with a beef enchilada, a tamale, and beef taco, served with refried beans and rice, and unlimited tortillas with salsa. This food was the most amazing food I've ever eaten, and I'm not just saying that. We quickly learned that everything is made from scratch every day. The "Red Barn Cafe" is about an hour away from Abilene, but worth the trip. If I lived in Texas, I'd be making a road trip to this place, OFTEN!
Place was good. The salad was more then I expected. Very filling.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ordered brisket sandwiches its ok it filled my stomach it took for ever to cool down i guess it was microwaved to long
Great food! The Mexican Omelette, with extra red sauce, is the bomb, for breakfast. The cinco nachos, burgers, patty melt & barbecue are also excellent.
Best Brisket and sauce
We have been here twice. The food was really good, lots of flavor. The food price is reasonable and the service was good.
Family-friendly home town restaurant. Mexican food, barbecue, and home- style cooking. Not fancy, but comfortable and clean. Food is always great and service is quick. My favorites are the chicken flauta and the tex-mex plate. Cheese enchiladas are sundeck! Staff are welcoming and friendly, yet efficient. A regular stop for us!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Excellent brisket!
Great little place and they have wonderful brisket.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Cheese Enchilada, Chopped Sandwich Plate, Brisket Plate, Burrito, Sliced Brisket Plate and a Taco
It's always excellent!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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I was apprehensive when I saw the exterior but the instant I entered it got better Very good food..very good service..super clean interior. I loved the place. Came back next nite. Just proved that old saying" Don't judge a book by it's cover!"So true in this case.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Good food, friendly staff, timely ordering
Food: 5
Service: 5
We went at the end of the night so they had ran out of tea but the food was absolutely
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Pulled Pork Sandwich with Boracho Beans and PO
Truck broke down near town, I ate a bite while my truck was getting fixed. I had the brisket special. Wonderful food. Ended up staying in town till morning. Nice good people all over town.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
For saying Mexican food was really
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 2
Service: 2
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