WELCOME TO THE MANOR CAFE 290

The Manor Cafe 290 has been serving the Manor and Austin Texas communities for sixty years. As one of Texas' oldest classic roadhouse diners, "The 290" as locals call it, is a true Central Texas landmark. Specializing in home-cooking in a family friendly environment, the 290 invites you to take the road east on 290 for a little taste of what we call home...Bring your Mama too...she will love you for it!

 

NEWS AND PRESS

Texas Monthly

A few years ago, rumors flew that four distinguished chefs from around the globe had converged at Cafe 290... read more


Austin360.com

They may be an old Southern staple, but good fried green tomatoes are hard to come by... read more


The Austin Chronicle

If it's happening in Manor, Cafe 290 is the place to find out about it. Hungry locals and travelers alike... read more

Customer Favorites

Chicken Fried Steak

Our crowning glory. Our chicken fried steak has been deemed "one of the best in Texas". Pounded and hand breaded fresh to order, this is our signature dish that you just must try!


Fajita Plate

Chicken or skirt steak marinated in Felipe's special blend and charbroiled. Served with spanish rice, beans, fresh pico de gallo, guacamole and tortillas. Que Rica!


Pork Chops

Tender, center cut chops with a traditional "Chicken fried" breading and deep fried or charbroiled to moist tender perfection. Served with country gravy and your choice of two of our eleven fresh vegetables and a hot fresh homemade roll or cornbread.


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Fajita Plate

Fajita Plate


Pork Chops

Pork Chops