Wine and beer list: good wine list with average bottle and by the glass pricing, high corkage fee, good beer selection.
Service: slow, slow, slow. However, this is part of the experience of eating at the Welfare Cafe. Don't expect to grab a quick meal, instead come to relax, enjoy conversation, and have good food.
The Food: Very good.
The menu includes a selection of appetizers under $15. Try the Roasted Poblano and Goat Cheese, the Potato Pancakes, or the Crab Cakes
Entree: The selection includes some chicken dishes, Chicken Fredericksburg is a favorite and the steaks are very good. The owner has a good grasp of German cuisine and the German dishes, which are so prevalent in the Hill Country, are excellent. The Schnitzels are authentic and delicious.
The fish dishes are excellent and fresh tasting. Try the "specials" they are often innovative and show the real expertise of the chef.
Desserts are uneven.
There is live music and this can be a plus or a minus. The performers often are over-amplified for the space. Many people request to sit close to the music, I do not.
The Bottom Line: Dining at the Welfare Cafe is a great experience. The food is consistently good and the atmosphere is very Hill Country. This is a good place to take friends and visitors, though I would get a sitter and leave the kids at home.
Reservations highly recommended.
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