The Gruene Door Menu (Update 2025)
Welcome to The Gruene Door, New Braunfels' culinary gem, where New American and seafood fare come together in a delightful embrace. Nestled at 2360 Gruene Lake Dr, this inviting eatery showcases an exquisite menu brimming with bold flavors and fresh, local ingredients. Signature dishes include the Rack of Lamb with a pecan crust, the succulent Espresso Spice-Rubbed Beef Short Ribs, and the comforting Shrimp & Grits, each prepared with masterful precision.
The ambiance is perfectly balanced—upscale yet cozy, featuring outdoor dining by a charming woodburning fireplace. Guests rave about the attentive service and the thoughtfully curated wine selection, enhancing every dining experience. For those desiring lighter fare, options like the Seafood Trio and Bruschetta showcase The Gruene Door's commitment to quality and flavor. It's a perfect destination for date nights, celebrations, or simply indulging in extraordinary cuisine.
Small Plates
Spinach & Artichoke Dip
Served with corn tortilla chips
Bruschetta
Fresh goat cheese, garden tomatoes, basil & garlic with toasted bread & balsamic reduction
Seafood Trio
Crab cake, smoked salmon & blackened seared tuna
Meat, Cheese & Fruit Plate
House-made sausage, imported and local cheeses, rustic pesto & fruit
Shrimp Gratin
Gulf shrimp with bacon, tomatoes, jalapenos, pepperoncini & mixed cheeses, served with toasted bread
Traditional House
Choice of house-made ranch, apple vinaigrette, lemon herb vinaigrette, balsamic or bleu cheese
Spinach
Toasted almonds, strawberries, Parmesan, crisp wontons & apple vinaigrette
Caesar
Crumbled Parmesan and herb croutons
Caprese
Garden tomatoes, fresh buffalo mozzarella, crispy prosciutto, basil & balsamic reduction
Large Salads
Entrées
8 Oz Beef Tenderloin Filet
Roasted garlic mashed potatoes & seasonal vegetables
16oz Center-Cut Rib Eye
Roasted garlic mashed potatoes & seasonal vegetables
Smoked Double-Cut Pork Chop
Bacon au jus sauce, roasted herb fingerling potatoes & seasonal vegetables
Espresso Spice-Rubbed Braised Beef Short Ribs
With au jus on a bed of sharp cheddar grits
Grilled Scottish Salmon
Glazed with smoky paprika-brown sugar, served with polenta cake & flash-fried spinach
Pan-Seared Peppercorn Crusted Ahi Tuna
Served medium rare with port wine demi, roasted garlic mashed potatoes & grilled asparagus
Country Fried Duck Confit
Slow roasted, then buttermilk fried duck leg & thigh with peppercorn cream gravy, garlic mashed potatoes & seasonal vegetables
Shrimp & Grits
6 gulf shrimp, lightly fried, with a mushroom, tomato & bacon sauce over sharp cheddar grits
Rack Of Lamb With Mesquite Mustard & Toasted Pecan Crust
Smoky mustard demi, roasted garlic mashed potatoes & grilled asparagus
Chicken Piccata
Sautéed with a white wine, caper & lemon butter sauce, served with linguini & seasonal vegetables
Stuffed Poblano Pepper
Roasted corn, squash, onion, black bean, spinach & cheese stuffing on a bed of brown rice with jalapeño cream sauce
Shrimp Pomodoro
Sauteed shrimp with fresh house-made pasta, tomato-basil sauce & Parmesan
Turkey And Swiss
Turkey, bacon & Swiss cheese on sourdough bread with spinach, tomato & jalapeño pesto
Sweet Heat Fried Chicken Sandwich
Fried chicken breast with "sweet heat" glaze topped with tangy slaw on a toasted bun
Chef's Burger
Fresh-ground beef tenderloin grilled with tomato, lettuce, onion & a pickle spear on a toasted Hawaiian bun
Lunch Sandwiches
Lunch Salads
Cobb Salad
Grilled chicken, bacon, avocado, tomatoes & bleu cheese crumbles
Traditional House Salad
Choice of house-made ranch, apple vinaigrette, lemon herb vinaigrette, balsamic & bleu cheese
Spinach Salad
Toasted almonds, strawberries, parmesan, crisp wontons & apple vinaigrette
Crab Salad
2 crab cakes, mixed greens, tomato, avocado & cucumbers tossed with lemon herb vinaigrette
Caesar Salad
Crumbled Parmesan and herb croutons
Petite Grilled Scottish Salmon
Glazed with smoky paprika-brown sugar, served with polenta cake & flash-fried spinach
Smoked Salmon Tacos
House smoked salmon, lime avocado cabbage slaw with chive crème in flour tortillas
Chicken Salad On A Croissant
Grilled chicken salad with dried currents & pecans on a toasted croissant with lettuce & tomato
Black & Bleu Cheese Burger
Fresh-ground beef tenderloin blackened with bleu cheese, apple-bacon, chipotle mayo, tomato, lettuce, onion
Chicken Piccata
Sautéed with white wine, caper & lemon butter sauce, served with linguini pasta & seasonal vegetables
Meatloaf
Topped with sweet glaze & served with roasted potatoes & seasonal vegetables
Shrimp Linguini
Sauteed shrimp with basil pesto linguini pasta & Parmesan
Lunch Entrées
Desserts
Chocolate Cake
Bread Pudding
Crème Brûlée
Nachos
Jalapeno cream sauce, mixed cheese, pico de gallo, cilantro & black beans
Meat, Cheese & Fruit Plate
House-made sausage, imported and local cheeses, rustic pesto & fruit
Margherita Flatbread
Garden tomatoes, mixed white cheeses & fresh basil