Opening hours
Open now · closes 9:00 PM
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Thursday | 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Friday | 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Saturday | 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Sunday | 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
Local time in San Marcos: 6:28 PM (CST). Holiday hours may differ.
Location & directions
215 North LBJ DriveSan Marcos, TX 78666
About Root Cellar
Looking for an American restaurant in San Marcos? Root Cellar is at 215 North LBJ Drive, San Marcos, Texas. It is one of 114 places to eat and drink we list in San Marcos.
Root Cellar is open 6 days a week, usually 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM (closed Monday).
Service options include dine-in.
Quick facts
- Category
- American Restaurant
- Address
- 215 North LBJ Drive, San Marcos, TX 78666
- Hours
- Open 6 days a week, usually 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM (closed Monday)
- Listing updated
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 6 PM on Fridays; one of the quieter times is around 9 AM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns for American restaurants and this venue’s opening hours.
How the hours compare
We compared Root Cellar’s weekday schedule with 498 other American restaurants in Texas. On a typical weekday it opens at 8:00 AM, earlier than 66% of them (the typical opening time is 11:00 AM) and closes at 9:00 PM, in line with the typical 9:00 PM.
In total it is open about 78 hours a week, about the same as the local median (76 hours). 84% of American restaurants in Texas open on Sundays, and Root Cellar is one of them.
Compared with 498 other American restaurants in Texas that list their hours in our guide.
Typical prices for American restaurants in Texas
Based on 95 menus with 4,775 priced items from American restaurants in Texas, the median menu item costs $10.99, and half of all items are priced between $6.00 and $15.95.
We don’t have Root Cellar’s own menu on file yet, so use these figures as a guide to what American restaurants in Texas typically charge.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Chicken Fried Steak | 25% | $15.97 |
| Onion Rings | 23% | $4.99 |
| French Fries | 23% | $5.00 |
| Coffee | 23% | $3.00 |
| Grilled Cheese | 22% | $8.12 |
| Cheeseburger | 21% | $10.25 |
| Caesar Salad | 21% | $11.50 |
| Hamburger | 20% | $9.39 |
Calculated from 95 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
Features & amenities
Service options
- Dine-in
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of Root Cellar there are 24 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 43 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Mexican & Tex-Mex (10), Bakeries & Desserts (6), Bars & Pubs (4), and Burgers & Fast Food (3).
Competition is light: 1 other American restaurant is within a mile and 3 within three miles. The closest is Cafe on the Square, < 0.1 mi away.
15 places within a mile stay open until 10 PM or later on at least one night a week, so this is a good area for a late meal.
Nearest places of other kinds
- Bars & PubsUpRoot Speakeasy< 0.1 mi
- Bakeries & DessertsBabe's Doughnut and Coffee< 0.1 mi
- Cafes & CoffeeStellar Coffee Co.< 0.1 mi
- PizzaValentino's< 0.1 mi
- Mexican & Tex-MexTaqueria El Charro Tapatio0.1 mi
What to expect at an American restaurant
American restaurants cover a lot of ground: the neighborhood diner with a counter and bottomless coffee, the family restaurant with a long laminated menu, the gastropub doing elevated comfort food, and the “New American” kitchen that builds a short seasonal menu around local farms. What ties them together is a menu built on familiar staples – burgers, sandwiches, salads, steaks, fried chicken and pasta – plus regional favorites that change as you cross the country.
What to order
- Cheeseburger – the benchmark dish; a good one tells you how seriously the kitchen takes its basics
- Chicken-fried steak or fried chicken – a comfort classic, especially in the South and Midwest
- Mac and cheese – often a house side that doubles as a main
- A regional specialty – look for anything named after the town or state on the menu
Good to know
- Portions are generous; sharing a starter or ordering a half portion is common and rarely frowned upon.
- Weekday lunch specials and early-bird dinners often cost noticeably less than the regular menu.
- Tipping 18–20% on table service is standard across the US.
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Frequently asked questions
What are Root Cellar's opening hours?
Open 6 days a week, usually 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM (closed Monday). Monday: Closed; Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Thursday: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Friday: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Saturday: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Sunday: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM.
Is Root Cellar open on Sunday?
Yes, Root Cellar is open on Sundays: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM.
Where is Root Cellar located?
Root Cellar is located at 215 North LBJ Drive, San Marcos, TX 78666.
Does Root Cellar offer delivery or takeout?
Delivery is not listed for Root Cellar. Listed service options: dine-in.
Is Root Cellar open late?
No, Root Cellar usually closes before 10 PM.
What else is near Root Cellar?
There are 43 other places to eat and drink within a mile of Root Cellar. Nearby options include UpRoot Speakeasy (< 0.1 mi), Babe's Doughnut and Coffee (< 0.1 mi), and Stellar Coffee Co. (< 0.1 mi).
Are there other American restaurants near Root Cellar?
1 other American restaurant within a mile. The closest is Cafe on the Square, < 0.1 mi away.
How much do American restaurants in Texas cost?
Based on 95 menus with 4,775 priced items from American restaurants in Texas, the median menu item costs $10.99, and half of all items are priced between $6.00 and $15.95.
Nearby places
All in San Marcos
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