Welcome to Castell General Store
Castell General Store is a charming burger joint located in Llano, TX. Owned by the friendly Randy Leifeste, this family-run establishment offers mouthwatering burgers and a relaxing atmosphere. The menu, though simple, boasts juicy burgers like the bacon burger with pepper jack cheese and the flavorful Patty Melt. The burgers are cooked to perfection, with a nice char and juicy interior, making them a must-try for burger enthusiasts. With outdoor seating, cold beers, and a welcoming vibe, Castell General Store is a hidden gem worth visiting for a delicious meal and good times.
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19522 W Ranch Rd 152 Llano, TX 78643 Hotline: (325) 247-4100
Introducing Castell General Store - a hidden gem nestled in Llano, Texas, offering a unique culinary experience in the heart of the hill country. This charming general store turned burger joint has captured the hearts of locals and visitors alike with its mouthwatering burgers and warm hospitality.
At Castell General Store, simplicity is key, as they focus on perfecting the art of burgers. From the juicy 1/2 pound bacon burger with pepper Jack cheese to the savory Patty Melt, every bite is a burst of flavor. The burgers are cooked to perfection, with a nice char on the outside and juicy on the inside, nestled between well-kept buns that do not get soggy.
One of the highlights of Castell General Store is the owner, Randy Leifeste, who adds a personal touch to the dining experience. His family's long-standing connection to the area and dedication to providing quality food shines through in every dish.
Aside from the delectable burgers, the store also offers a relaxed atmosphere with outdoor seating, where patrons can enjoy a cold beer and good food while soaking in the beauty of the Llano River. Whether you're stopping by for a quick beer or planning a leisurely meal, Castell General Store is sure to leave a lasting impression.
So, if you find yourself in the area, don't miss the chance to savor the flavors of Castell General Store. It's a place where good food, friendly faces, and the charm of the countryside come together to create a memorable dining experience.
After a day of off roading enjoying the hill country, we were hungry! Stopped at Castell General Store and we will be back. We parked off of the side of the road, and walked across into the store where there was already everyone watching College Football. The menu was simple but perfect. It was all burgers. We ordered a 1/2 pound bacon burger with pepper Jack cheese and a Patty Melt. They both came with a side of chips. We ordered two shiners and waited for our order. We were lucky enough to meet the owner, Randy Leifeste. He was so kind and funny! His family has had land in the area for years and opened up that store. It's so nice and relaxing. They have a stage that they more than likely use at night! We got our burgers and my goodness. The best burgers I think I've ever had. They were so nice and juicy. The Patty Melt onions were cooked perfectly! The burger Pattie's had a nice char on it and juicy on the inside. The buns were well kept and didn't get soggy! It was so delicious! We will be back for sure!
Stopped in today for a beer. Love this place. Cold beer and good food. A big plus is the Llano River. And the people who own it!
Great, great hamburger as well as patty melt. It's worth the effort to do lunch here.
A fun and unique place to get a great steak and baked potato along with coleslaw. Castel is so far out in the country that it is generally not worth the drive. But once there, one might rethink the drive worthiness. The grill is outdoors as is the seating, what seating is available. Would have been five stars if I could go more often.
Nice, quiet, locals place. I snuck in here just before close at 7:15pm on a lazy Friday night. I meandered to the counter and ordered the burger with bacon and pepper jack cheese. Big, perfectly cooked medium patty with decent flavor. Would've preferred a bit more seasoning but it was tasty enough. The bacon had good flavor and an impressive crunch. Friendly service. I sat outside and and listened to some good Texas C&W playing from a little bar across the street where some of the locals were having a good time. If you are into small town Texas, they have some cutesy T-shirts, hats, and souvenirs. Prob 3.5/5...
Great Burger and i've been to Meers! What an awesome place, great burger, great staff. Big thanks and we will be back!
On the way to Mason TX my wife had never been to Castell store just 3 miles south off highway 29. They only serve hamburgers on Thursday but they were great. Will be going back for bar-b-q on Saturday and Sunday soon.
One of my fellow car club members had been gushing about visiting the Castell General Store for a couple of month. So, we formed a group on a recent weekend and headed west to check it out. Never even heard of this place despite it's proximity to Llano and that famous BBQ place about 12 miles east. Turns out my mom's best friend used to vacation in the area as it was short drive from Fredericksburg back in the 60's. Great roads leading up to the small town just steps away from the river. Didn't know what to expect. Lots of locals sitting around with cold beers watching the Longhorn game on the multiple televisions. Ample seating that seems to be added onto the old store. BBQ was on the menu for Saturday; steaks can be had on Sunday as it's a fairly limited menu. Our group went thru the line and paid and piled into a tall table with no chairs to check out the cuisine. Brisket was superb paired with the provided BBQ sauce. Local sausage was also good bites. One issue with the entire group was the pork ribs with everyone commenting the rub had way to much salt. Sides were included as you could visit a small kitchen near the main space with beans, pickles, onions...Well, near all the usual BBQ fixins. Cole slaw was interesting with a pasta component to it. Owners seemed genuine and concerned with our opinions and comfort. Eager to welcome a new group of hungry travelers. Cute country apparel also brought smiles and chuckles from us. See the pics
Love this out of the way place. The bar Bbq on Saturday is good along with whatever else they serve. All the extras r inside & they r also good. We stopped in the day before & visited f a hour . Had a blast . You need to go there @ least once in ur lifetime.
Great food!!! Friendly people. I've heard good things about the burgers. When we went, it was chicken fried steak day. Cute atmosphere too!