Max Donuts
Local donut shop open daily.
Imelda’s Authentic Mexican Food
Pioneer Smokehouse & Mercantile
Texas real pit-smoked barbecue and ice cold beer! Handmade Texas art in a historic train depot! Air conditioned inside and beautiful rustic seating outside. Country atmosphere right in the heart of Downtown Brenham.
El Rorro Taqueria
The taqueria’s menu includes tacos, gorditas, aguas frescas, enchiladas and breakfast items.
LaJefa Homestyle Birria
LaJefa is a family run specialty food truck dedicated to serving homestyle Birria. Inspired by our mother’s authentic Mexican cuisine and Jalisco roots, we specialize in serving beef birria and offer a weekly special based on her popular homestyle dishes.
Blue Bell Creameries & Ice Cream Parlor
Come visit the “little creamery” in Brenham and learn all about how Texas’ favorite sweet treat is made! Visitors have the opportunity to browse the Visitor Center which is filled with pictures, videos and history of the “best ice cream in the country.” No visit to Blue Bell is complete without a generous scoop of ice cream from the Parlor and a trip to the Country Store for a unique gift or souvenir.
Smitty’s Cafe & Bakery
Country, American and Cajun-style favorites, plus delicious baked goods is what you will find at Smitty’s. Open daily.
Must Be Heaven
We’ve been serving sandwiches, quiche, salads, and homemade pies to groups of all sizes in our charming historic downtown building since 1982. Create your own combination by adding a hot soup, fresh fruit, side salad or delicious broccoli salad, then make your way to our antique ice cream parlor for hand-dipped Blue Bell ice cream! Must Be Heaven has a private dining area that seats up to 24 comfortably. Call for room rental rates. After business hours, however, the entire restaurant is available for a charge. Restaurant seats 215 including the private room.
Independence Store
When you go to Independence, you must stop at the Independence General Store where you can get something to eat and drink, and meet some of the local folks. Without a doubt, this is the social center, the hub, of the community.
Daisy’s Mexican Food
Authentic Mexican Food, just east of Downtown Brenham.









