Simmer Down Cafe

4.3 ( 787 reviews )
Checking... 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM See Hours
$10–20
4701-1 Williams Dr, Georgetown, TX 78633, United States
+1 512-763-1672

Simmer Down Cafe, located at 4701-1 Williams Dr, Georgetown, TX, offers a delightful dining experience perfect for breakfast and brunch enthusiasts. This charming establishment impresses with its cozy, homey atmosphere complemented by quirky decor, including unique church pew seating. Customers consistently rave about the friendly service and the attentive staff, who go above and beyond to accommodate families, ensuring a welcoming experience for all.

Highlights from the menu include the Old Timer chopped steak, praised by Jeremy Trainer for its deliciousness, alongside mouthwatering mac n cheese and mashed potatoes. The Sunday buffet, noted by Christina Carrillo, is a must-try, showcasing an array of brunch items that keep patrons coming back. For lunch, Margot Jacobson’s chicken fried steak and her husband’s double meat cheeseburger are standout dishes, both boasting generous portions and excellent flavors.

Though some minor critiques, like cleanliness of the bathroom, have been mentioned, the overall consensus is clear: Simmer Down Cafe offers a delightful, nostalgic experience with delicious comfort food that keeps you wanting more. Whether you’re in for a hearty breakfast or a comforting lunch, this cafe is worth the visit.

Amenities and More

  • Accessibility
    • Has wheelchair-accessible car park
    • Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • Has wheelchair-accessible seating
    • Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • Service options
    • Has outdoor seating
    • Has no-contact delivery
    • Offers delivery
    • Offers takeaway
    • Serves dine-in
  • Highlights
    • Has fast service
    • Serves great coffee
  • Popular for
    • Popular for breakfast
    • Good for solo dining
  • Offerings
    • Serves alcohol
    • Has all you can eat
    • Serves beer
    • Serves cocktails
    • Serves coffee
    • Serves comfort food
    • Serves happy-hour drinks
    • Serves happy-hour food
    • Serves healthy options
    • Quick bite
    • Has salad bar
    • Serves small plates
    • Serves wine
  • Dining options
    • Serves breakfast
    • Serves brunch
    • Serves lunch
    • Serves dinner
    • Has catering
    • Has counter service
    • Serves dessert
    • Has seating
  • Amenities
    • Has bar on site
    • Has toilet
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
    • Cosy
    • Trending
  • Crowd
    • Family friendly
    • Good for groups
    • LGBTQ+ friendly
    • Popular with tourists
    • Transgender safe space
  • Planning
    • Accepts reservations
  • Payments
    • Cash only
    • Accepts credit cards
    • Accepts debit cards
    • Accepts NFC mobile payments
    • Credit cards
  • Children
    • Good for kids
    • Has changing table(s)
    • High chairs available
    • Has kids' menu
  • Parking
    • Free multi-storey car park
    • Free of charge street parking
    • Free parking lot
    • On-site parking
    • Plenty of parking
  • Pets
    • Dogs allowed
    • Dogs allowed inside
    • Dogs allowed outside

Reviews For Simmer Down Cafe

Jeremy Trainer
Jun 27,2025
We went in at 3pm on a Friday. Had the Old Timer (chopped steak). It was delicious. The mac n cheese and mashed potatoes were very tasty. We weren't a fan of the green beans, but it was just a personal preference. Service was good and attentive. Atmosphere was quaint and there weren't a lot of people. Bathroom could have been cleaner though. Overall, a recommend.
Christina Carrillo
Jun 21,2025
We've been here a couple of times when we're in town. We have a big family & both times they have been able to accommodate us with no issues. Friendly staff, they answered all our questions & even made some suggestions. The Sunday buffet was delicious, I think it's brunch!
Jill R
Jun 12,2025
Awesome all around! Friendly service, delicious food, nice decor trendy but rustic.
S D
May 22,2025
Nice homey comfy diner experience. Some of the seats are actual church pews. Food was good and just the right price. Enjoyed the "grandma's feel" of the place. Can't wait to go back.
Margot Jacobson
Apr 29,2025
My husband and I had lunch on 2/10/25 - we had a very pleasant and delicious lunch. I enjoyed a chicken fried steak lunch with a very fresh salad. The hubs raved about his double meat cheeseburger. Generous amount of fries. Service was excellent. Both Hunter and Chris were our servers. This was our first time dining there since the remodel. We will be back!!
Sarah Johnson
Apr 2,2025
We’ve been dining at Simmer Down since they opened in Georgetown. Prior to Gordon Ramsay’s visit we had hit-or-miss experiences. Our family decided to give them another try after watching Kitchen Nightmares, and we were impressed with the quality of the food and the atmosphere. My sirloin steak was delicious and cooked perfectly, the baked potato and green beans were tea good too (thanks Squirrel!). Thanks Chris for the selfie. You’re a celebrity in Georgetown now!
Josh Lloyd
Apr 1,2025
Stopped here on a Sunday morning, not realizing they do buffets on sundays. Fine by me. Everything was good, but the service & friendliness of the staff is what really shines. They were more than helpful, checked in multiple times, even offered me items that were on the menu & not on the buffet. Excellent experience I was not expecting. Everything was “sir”, “thank you sir”, etc. I’ll definitely keep this place in mind next time I’m in Georgetown!
Carol Medford
Mar 6,2025
Chef Ramsey spent a week here at this restaurant a month or two ago. The staff told us the redesign was achieved overnight once they started it. The restaurant is beautiful. They were packed this morning, so service was a little slower than normal probably, but still very good. And the food was excellent. We will definitely be back.

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