Scholz Garten
Since 1866, when councilman August Scholz first opened his tavern near the state capitol, every Texas governor has visited it at least once (and many quite a few more times). It’s changed with the times, catering as much to students at nearby UT as to politicos. The extensive menu now combines vegan burgers, queso fries, and chicken-fried steak with such German standards as jagerschnitzel, bratwurst, and sauerkraut. It’s packed during Longhorn football games or when any special university event happens; otherwise, it’s a quiet spot to down a cold one and drink in some Austin history.
Since 1866, when councilman August Scholz first opened his tavern near the state capitol, every Texas governor has visited it at least once (and many quite a few more times). It’s changed with the times, catering as much to students at nearby UT as to politicos. The extensive menu now combines vegan burgers, queso fries, and chicken-fried steak with such German standards as jagerschnitzel, bratwurst, and sauerkraut. It’s packed during Longhorn football games or when any special university event happens; otherwise, it’s a quiet spot to down a cold one and drink in some Austin history.
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