The Longhorn Cafe Menu
Welcome to The Longhorn Cafe, a hidden gem located at 3150 SE Military Dr in San Antonio, TX. This bustling eatery is known for its warm atmosphere and a menu that boasts hearty, satisfying dishes. Whether you're craving the tender chicken fried steak or the delightful Big Juicy burger, every plate is crafted “with love.” Customers rave about the quality of the food and the generous portions offered at reasonable prices.
Highlights of the menu include:
- Chicken Fried Chicken - Cooked to perfection with just the right seasoning.
- Onion Rings - A must-try side that complements any meal.
- Fried Mushrooms - Jumbo-sized and served with flavorful gravy.
The friendly staff ensures a welcoming dining experience, making it ideal for families. Even during busy lunch hours, they handle the rush with grace, ensuring that every customer feels valued. At The Longhorn Cafe, delicious food meets excellent service, making it a great choice for your next meal.
Favorites
The Longhorn Patty Melt
Our 1/3lb., Big Juicy patty, on Texas toast, with cheddar cheese, pickles, grilled and special sauce.
Chicken Tender Basket
Hand-breaded, golden fried chicken tenders, served with cream gravy and choice of fries, tater tots, or onion rings
Fried Fish Basket
Two hearty, flaky fish filets, hand-breaded and fried, served with choice of fries, tater tots, or onion rings
Brownie
Decadent chocolate brownie loaded with chocolate chips
Milkshake
Hand spun, with Blue Bell ice cream. Choose chocolate, strawberry, or vanilla.
Sweets
Dinners
Chicken Fried Steak
Award winning, hand-battered chicken fried steak, topped with cream gravy, and served with Texas toast and choice of two sides
Chicken Fried Chicken
Thick and juicy eight ounce chicken breast, hand-battered and fried, topped with cream gravy, and served with Texas toast and choice of two sides
Grilled Chicken
Marinated eight-ounce grilled chicken breast smothered with sauteed mushrooms and Provolone cheese, served with Texas toast and choice of two sides.
Fried Fish
Hearty, flaky fish filets, hand-breaded and fried, served with Texas toast, tarter sauce, and a choice of two sides
"The Horn"
Grilled hamburger steak stuffed with jalapenos and cheese and smothered with grilled onions, served with Texas toast and choice of two sides
JR Chicken Tenders.
A smaller portion, 3pc., of our brined, hand-breaded chicken tenders, with your choice of fries, rings, or tater tots
JR Grilled Chicken.
A junior-sized, 6oz., grilled chicken breast topped with sauteed mushrooms and provolone cheese. Served with one side and Texas toast.
JR Chicken Fried Steak.
A junior-sized, fresh-fried, Chicken Fried Steak, served with one side and Texas toast.
JR Juicy.
A "smaller", 4oz. version, of our signature, Big Juicy burger. Comes with mayo, mustard, lettuce, tomato, pickle, and onion.
Smaller Bites
Burgers
Jalapeno Cheeseburger
Our signature, Big Juicy, 1/3lb. burger, with American cheese and sliced jalapenos, on a white bun with mayo, mustard, lettuce, tomato, pickle, and onion
Impossible Burger
The plant-based, branded Impossible burger patty, served on a wheat bun, with mayo, lettuce, tomato, pickle, and onion.
The Original Big Juicy
The Original Big Juicy, our 1/3lb. signature burger, on a white bun with mayo, mustard, lettuce, tomato, pickle, and onion
Turkey Burger
Our seasoned turkey burger, served on a toasted wheat bun, with mayo, mustard, lettuce, tomato, pickle, and onion.
BOLD BBQ Burger
Our signature, Big Juicy, 1/3lb. burger, with cheddar cheese, center-cut bacon, pickles,fresh-fried onion strings, BBQ sauce, homemade Ranch, on a toasted sourdough bun.
Garden Burger
A vegetarian, Gardenburger, on a wheat bun, with mayo, mustard, lettuce, tomato, pickle, and onion
Chili Cheeseburger
Our signature, Big Juicy, 1/3lb. burger, with homemade chili and American cheese, on a white bun with mayo, mustard, lettuce, tomato, pickle, and onion
The Original Big Juicy Cheeseburger
Our signature, Big Juicy, 1/3lb. burger, with American cheesee, on a white bun with mayo, mustard, lettuce, tomato, pickle, and onion
Mushroom & Swiss
Our signature, Big Juicy, 1/3lb. burger, with Swiss cheese and sauteed mushrooms, on a white bun with mayo, mustard, lettuce, tomato, pickle, and onion
Double Meat Double Cheese Burger
Two of our signature, Big Juicy, 1/3lb. patties, with two slices of American cheese, on a white bun with mayo, mustard, lettuce, tomato, pickle, and onion
Guacamole Burger
The Original Big Juicy, our 1/3lb. signature burger, with homemade guacamole, on a white, toasted bun with mayo, mustard, lettuce, tomato, pickle, and onion.
Black Bean Burger
A vegetarian, seasoned black bean patty, served on a wheat bun, with mayo, lettuce, tomato, pickle, and onion.
Certified Angus Beef Burger
Our 1/2lb. Certified Angus Beef burger, served on a white, toasted bun, with mayo, mustard, lettuce, tomato, pickle, and onion.
Beanburger
Our signature, Big Juicy, 1/3lb. burger, with homemade refried beans, cheddar cheese, and fritos, on a white bun with mayo, mustard, lettuce, tomato, pickle, and onion
Bacon Cheeseburger
Our signature, Big Juicy, 1/3lb. burger, with American cheese and bacon, on a white bun with mayo, mustard, lettuce, tomato, pickle, and onion
Hot Dawg
Grilled hot dog on a toasted bun, with mustard and chopped onions
Chili Dawg
Grilled hot dog on a toasted bun, with our almost-famous homemade chili, cheddar cheese, mustard, and chopped onions
Chili
A large, 12oz, of our almost-famous homemade chili, topped with grated cheddar cheese and chopped onions
Frito Pie
Crisp frito cornchips, layered with our almost-famous homemade chili, topped with grated cheddar cheese and chopped onions
Chili & Dawgs
Beverages
Frostie
Frostie
Iced Tea
Iced Tea - Online
Fountain Soda
Fountain Soda
Dasani Water
Dasani Water
Mashed Potatoes
Side order of homemade mashed potatoes
Fried Okra
Side Fried Okra
Mac-N-Cheese
Side of Mac-n-Cheese
Green Beans
Side order Green Beans
Side Salad
Smaller sized portion of tossed green salad with shredded cheese, tomatoes, and croutons. Choice of dressing
Sides
8 and Under
Kids Hot Dog
Kid hot dog, served plain and dry, with fries
Kids Chicken Tenders
Two golden fried chicken tenders, served with fries
Kids Grilled Cheese
Kid grill cheese, served with fries
Kids Corn Dog
Kid corn dog, served with fries
Chili Cheese Fries
Golden fried french fries, topped with our homemade chili and melted, grated cheddar cheese.
Tater Tots, Half Basket
Crispy, fried, tater tot barrels
Onion Rings, Half Basket
Our hand-cut, hand-battered, golden fried onion rings
Onion Rings, Basket
Hand-cut, hand-breaded, golden fried onion rings
French Fries, Half Basket
Golden french fries
Tater Tots, Basket
Crispy fried Tater Tots, large order
Half & Half
You choose TWO out of the three of fries, tater tots, or onion rings
French Fries, Basket
Golden french fries, "larger" size
Fries, Tots, & Rings
Appetizers
Longhorn Nachos
Loaded Nachos! with fresh fried tortilla chips, homemade refried beans, taco meat, cheddar cheese, topped with shredded lettuce, tomato, and side of sliced jalapenos.
Fried Mushrooms
Hand-battered, deep fried mushrooms served with cream gravy
Boneless Buffalo Tenders
Our hand-breaded, golden fried chicken tenders dipped in our tangy, slightly-spicy buffalo sauce, served with side of Ranch dressing.
Fried Dill Pickles
Sliced pickle chips dusted and golden fried, served with side of Ranch dressing
Chips & Salsa
Freshly fried corn tortilla chips with our very own homemade salsa
Chips & Queso
Freshly fried corn tortilla chips with our creamy, homemade queso
Grilled Double Cheese
Grilled double cheese sandwich on butter-toasted wheat bread
Smoked Turkey
Fresh sliced turkey breast and provolone cheese on butter-toasted wheat bread, with mayo, lettuce, and tomato
BLT
A hearty portion of bacon on butter-toasted wheat bread with mayo, lettuce, and tomato
Fried Fish Sandwich
Two hearty, flaky fish filets, hand-breaded and fried, on a butter-toasted white bun with lettuce, tomato, and tarter sauce
Chicken Fried Chicken Sandwich
Hand-battered, fried six ounces chicken breast with Provolone cheese, mayo, lettuce, and tomato on a wheat bun
Ham & Cheese
Our fresh sliced ham with American cheese, served on butter-toasted wheat bread, with mayo, lettuce, and tomato
Triple-Decker Club
Piled high ham, turkey, bacon, American and Provolone cheese, mayo, lettuce, and tomato on three slices of toasted wheat bread
Grilled Chicken Sandwich
Marinated six-ounce grilled chicken breast with Provolone cheese, mayo, lettuce, tomato on a toasted wheat bun
Chicken Fried Steak Sandwich
Golden fried chicken fried steak on a butter-toasted white bun, with mayo, lettuce, and tomato
Sandwiches
Salads
Dinner Salad
Tossed green salad with shredded cheese, tomatoes, and croutons. Choice of dressing
Grilled Chicken Caesar
A marinated, 6oz grilled, sliced, chicken breast, served atop romaine lettuce and croutons (for to-go, Caesar dressing served on the side).
Grilled Chicken Salad
Tossed green salad with shredded cheese, tomatoes, and croutons, topped with a marinated, grilled chicken breast. Choice of dressing
Taco Salad
Freshly fried taco shell layered with refried beans, taco meat, shredded lettuce, tomatoes, and shredded cheese. Choice of dressing or homemade salsa
Side Salad
Smaller sized portion of tossed green salad with shredded cheese, tomatoes, and croutons. Choice of dressing