4.3 – 708 reviews • Southern restaurant (US)
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Nestled in the heart of New Braunfels, TX, The Mess Around at Crosswalk is a must-visit American restaurant showcasing the best of Southern cuisine. Located at 471 Main Plaza, this inviting spot combines rustic charm with a lively yet intimate ambiance, making it perfect for any occasion.
Specializing in Southern food, the menu is a tribute to classic Southern recipes, elevated with a modern twist and crafted from locally sourced, sustainable ingredients. From rich, comforting dishes to innovative seasonal creations, every plate tells a story of tradition and quality.
Whether you’re craving soulful Southern recipes or looking for a fresh take on comfort food, The Mess Around offers a dining experience that’s as unique as it is delicious.
Pit stop for classic & seasonal coffee drinks with breakfast, sandwiches, salads, wraps & smoothies.
✔️Breakfast ✔️Brunch ✔️Lunch ✔️Dinner ✔️Dine in ✔️Take out
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Valerie Pedraza
This was our first visit here. Don’t be discouraged by paying to park it was literally $2 for 2 hrs. We had the bacon jam burger, shrimp and grits, a latte and regular coffee. All our food was excellent and served quickly. We sat outside. The weather was perfect, patio gives perfect people watching. We will be back!
… moreSarah Kennedy
We came for Sunday brunch and had a 10 minute wait after putting our name in. Very cute place and friendly workers. An area for improvement is definitely attentiveness from waiters. We had to ask for straws, silverware, refills, and our check. This may have been because we were seated in the other inside area and most patrons were outside or because they were short staffed, also not sure how long they have been open. The food was really tasty. Pictured is the Cajun Rggs Benedict, their Bloody Mary and the brunch burger with the egg (I forgot the name).
… moreB :
Went for a brunch recently. Food was decent and decently priced. But the service was not that great. Took us a while to get seated because they could not figure out if the outside heat lamps were working. Lots of people looked confused and no one really taking initiative. We ended up getting a table because a group changed their minds and decided to leave. We saw that happen to two groups so be mindful the service is a bit slow. Only go if you’re not in a hurry. It’s got charm though.
… moreBrielle
The server was sweet and hospitable. I got the shrimp and grits. I’m from New Orleans, so I know I have higher standards than most on what’s good shrimp and grits. But the food wasn’t hot. It was room temperature at best. I didn’t expect that. She quickly warmed it up for me in the microwave. But yeah, it tasted like it had been sitting for a while.
… moreOlivia Ann Photography
This place is great! We’ve lived here for 3 years and somehow haven’t noticed it yet — it’s a bit tucked away in the circle! Great food for the most part, one of the sandwiches we ordered was supposed to be toasted but came out a bit cold. The fries were so flavorful and so good! The bacon jam burger was great too, the bun wasn’t too soggy and the burger was cooked just right. We sat outside and loved people and car watching. Loved the music they played and the service was great! Will definitely have to come back to try the brunch.
… moreLisa Morris
I had the banana nut muffin it was fantastic and very moist it tasted delicious. Loved the vibe and the atmosphere is fabulous. Customer Service was wonderful by Brittni she was very friendly and helpful telling me about fun places to visit in New Braunfels.
… moreKylie Smith
My pup and I had the best breakfast sitting on the patio at The Mess Around! It was delicious and great coffee. I got the salmon bagel and it was perfect! They even brought water out for my puppy.
… moreTomi Odukoya
Amazing Hidden Gem! My wife and I stopped in for breakfast. The restaurant has a mom and pop “homey” feeling. The waiter, Landon, did a great job of making us feel welcome. We let him pick out meals, and the food blew us away. The hash potatoes were cooked to perfection with bits of bacon and sauteed onions. My wife and a delicious meatloaf. I had eggs with a delightful aioli house sauce. We talked to the owner and look forward to another breakfast at her establishment
… moreAshley Herod
The coffee is good but I feel very expensive. The food is also yummy but I feel a little limited in choices. But the service was wonderful and we went there for a girls benched we sat and enjoyed having girls time for almost 2 hours and they never once pressured us to move or order more! (Granted it was a week day and not busy but still we so appreciated the space!)
… moreJehan S
My husband and I enjoyed a delicious meal, probably one of the best Brunch places we have visited in the area! I ordered the Mess Around Hash and my hubby got the Special – Chicken & Sausage Jambalaya. We accompanied our meal with a crisp Mimosa – everything was delicious and we loved sitting outside during our visit We will definitely return!
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