Brooklyn's Down South dining room family friendly restaurant

Welcome to Brooklyn's Down South

Our dishes are made from scratch with careful attention to tradition and detail. Our chef has created an eclectic menu centered around unique flavors and fresh ingredients - featuring traditional American entrees, Cajun/Southern-inspired cuisine, and traditional dishes from Mexico.

crab cakes crab stuffed avocado shrimp and grits and draft beer

“What a fantastic restaurant! Everything we had was just amazing, this place is truly a hidden gem. The sweet tea is the best I’ve ever had, the crab cakes were amazing, and the classic burger and fries were also great.
I love everything about this place!"

Patricia Raynor

LUNCH

DRINKS

chicken fried steak with gravy mashed potatoes asparagus and draft beer on tap

DINNER

seared scallops grilled 3 pepper new york strip steak and lamb chops with broccolini and arugula

Weekly Specials

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TUESDAY - FRIDAY FROM 12PM TO 6PM

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Brunch game = strong.

Our Main St. Chicken Club is stacked with bacon, avocado, lettuce, tomato, and melty pepper jack cheese on Texas toast. Have it fried, grilled, or blackened — your call.

Pair it with $3.50 mimosas and $5 Bloody Marys. Brunch is served Friday-Sunday, 10 AM to 3 PM.

🔥 It’s a hot one in Buda, and we’ve got the perfect weekend special to match: Tomatillo Pork Tostadas.

Red tostadas piled high with tomatillo-braised pork, rainbow carrot curtido, shredded lettuce, lime crema, queso fresco, and cilantro. Served with Mexican rice and black beans (contains pork).

Fresh, scratch-made, and packed with flavor — because that’s how we do it around here.

Come cool off with a cold drink and some good eats this weekend! ☀️

Good morning, Buda! We open at 10 AM today, so the big question is... are you team breakfast or lunch? Pancakes or burgers? Either way, everything’s scratch-made and served up fresh from your favorite local kitchen. Come hang out — we won’t judge if you order pancakes with a side of fries.

Giving up red meat for Lent? Skipping alcohol? Whatever your Lenten commitment, we’ve got you covered with plenty of fresh, scratch-made options! From our seafood specials to hearty vegetarian dishes, there’s no sacrifice in flavor here. Come see what’s cooking!

It’s a hot one in Buda this weekend, but we’ve got something rich, savory, and totally worth the heat—Poulet à la Moutarde. A tender braised chicken leg quarter smothered in a white wine mustard cream sauce, served over parmesan golden mashed potatoes with caraway roasted heirloom carrots. Grab a fork and cool off with a cocktail. Available this weekend only—until we sell out! #BudaTX #WeekendSpecial #ScratchMade

Friday brunch just got sweeter! Our seasonal pancake is back tomorrow—hot off the griddle and ready for you! 🔥🫐 Have you stopped by for Friday brunch yet? We added it to shake things up, and we’d love to see you at Buda’s Brunch Spot! Serving scratch-made goodness ‘til 3 PM—come grab a bite!

New month, new Wednesday sandwich!

Say hello to our Corned Beef Sandwich – house-made corned beef, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, and Thousand Island dressing, all stacked on toasted pumpernickel. Served with a side of crispy house-made potato chips.

Available Wednesdays only in March—don’t miss it! #BudaEats #CornedBeefCravings #WednesdaySpecial

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We’re bringing the Mardi Gras vibes with festive food & drinks this Fat Tuesday!

🍹 Bar Specials: $8 Hurricanes & Mardi Gras Punch
🍛 Food Specials: $15 Chicken & Sausage Jambalaya + $20 Crawfish Monica

Come eat, drink, and party like you’re on Bourbon Street—without leaving Buda! 🎷🔥

Brunch today, Mardi Gras Tuesday! ✨🍳🥂

Start your Sunday with brunch favorites, $3.50 mimosas, and our Citrus Mint Fresca—a refreshing mix of Empress 1908 Cucumber Lemon Gin, lemon juice, muddled mint, and muddled cucumber. 🍋🌿

And don’t forget—Mardi Gras is coming up! 🎭🎉 This Tuesday, we’re serving up $8 Hurricanes and Mardi Gras Punch to get you in the spirit. Whether you’re feeling the tropical rum vibes of a Hurricane or the fruity kick of our Punch, we’ve got your Fat Tuesday covered! 🍹

Laissez les bon temps rouler—see y’all soon! #BrunchTime #MardiGrasVibes #CitrusMintFresca #FatTuesday #budasbrunchspot

Weekend plans = steak and tots.

We’re serving up a 14 oz NY strip with a blue cheese & cracked peppercorn demi, loaded tots tossed in Creole seasoning and topped with crispy prosciutto & gorgonzola, plus sautéed broccolini with shallots, garlic, and white wine.

Get it while it lasts—Friday through Sunday or until sold out! 🔥 #WeekendSpecial #SteakNight #BudaEats

National Margarita Day is here, and the weather is giving… stay-inside-and-drink vibes. ☔️🌧️ But don’t worry, we’ve got the cure for this cold, gloomy day—$2 off ALL margaritas, all day! 🍹✨

Made fresh, from scratch, and to order—because you deserve the good stuff. And to make it even better, we’re giving away a FREE shaker with every margarita order (while supplies last)! So come sip, shake, and forget about the rain. 🌵💃

#NationalMargaritaDay #RainOrShine #ShakeItUp #ScratchMade

Cold weather calls for comfort food, and this weekend’s special is bringing the heat! 🔥

Our Pasta Vesuvio features blackened salmon over pasta tossed in a spicy brown butter lemon cream sauce with garlic, shallots, peppers, and tomato. Served with sautéed asparagus, crispy prosciutto, grated parmesan, and a bright lemon garnish.

Pair it with a margarita tomorrow for National Margarita Day—because why not warm up with a little spice and a little citrus? 🍋🔥🍹

Available all weekend (or until we sell out)!

✨ Thursdays ✨ mean two things: **Mexican Martinis & Chicken Fried Chicken**—both on special all day! A classic combo that never goes out of style. See you soon?

That crispy, melty, cheesy goodness is calling your name! Our 3 Cheese Grilled Cheese & Tomato Basil Soup is here for Wednesdays in February only—because cold fronts and comfort food are a match made in heaven. See you later? 🍞🧀🍅

Whether you’re craving a hearty lunch or a stacked brunch plate, we’ve got it all—made from scratch, right here in Buda! One of the only brunch spots in town, so yeah… we’re Buda’s Brunch Spot every weekend! 🍳🥓🍔 Catch us Friday–Sunday from 10 AM–3 PM for brunch, or roll in anytime for scratch-made goodness! #BudasBrunchSpot #BrunchAndBeyond #ScratchKitchen

Brunch just got a whole lot bolder! ☕️🔥 Meet Brooklyn’s Coffee—a powerhouse blend of Jameson, fresh-brewed coffee, Baileys, RumChata, Fireball, and a dreamy soft top whipped cream. It’s rich, it’s boozy, and it’s calling your name!

Pair it with our scratch-made brunch (Friday–Sunday, 10 AM–3 PM) and sip your way into the weekend.

Bonus: $3.50 Mimosas & $5 Bloody Marys to keep the good times rolling. 🍳🥂

Tag your brunch crew and let’s get caffeinated! #BrunchGoals #BrooklynsCoffee #BoozyBrunch #BudasBrunchSpot

Love is in the air... and on the plate! Our Valentine’s Weekend Special is a meal made for romance:

🥩 8oz herb-crusted grilled filet
🦐 Crab cake-stuffed jumbo shrimp
🌿 Goat cheese polenta & prosciutto-wrapped asparagus
❤️ Beet demi-glace

A little indulgence, a lot of flavor—because you and your date deserve the best. Available this weekend only! 💕 #ValentinesWeekend #SteakAndSeafood #MadeWithLove

Happy Valentine’s Day, lovebirds! ❤️ Whether you’re starting the day with a dreamy brunch date or ending it with a cozy dinner, we’ve got the perfect scratch-made dishes to set the mood. We open at 10 AM with all your favorite brunch specials because, let’s be real—nothing says romance like mimosas and pancakes. So grab your sweetheart, and let’s make this Valentine’s one to remember. After all, we *are* Buda’s brunch spot! 🥂💕

Wait… two glasses or a whole bottle? 🤔 Either way, we’ve got you covered!

🍷 Every Wednesday:50% off ALL bottles of wine.
🍷 Tuesday, February 18th (National Drink Wine Day): 25% off ALL wine—by the glass *or* the bottle, all day long!

Cheers to midweek sips and wine lovers everywhere! 🍷✨

Valentine’s Day falls on a Friday this year—perfect for a date night! ❤️ If you’ve been waiting to try our seasonal cocktail, Love Potion #8, this is your sign. Picture yourself sipping on one while enjoying our Valentine’s Weekend Special: Surf ‘n Turf, featuring the perfect pairing of steak and seafood.

We’ll be accepting reservations for Valentine’s, so book your table and make it a night to remember!

💘✨ Love is in the air… and in your glass! ✨💘

Meet Love Potion #8—our February Drink of the Month, celebrating 8 years of shaking things up. ❤️‍🔥 This beauty features:
🍓 Lalo Tequila, Aperol, ginger simple syrup
🍊 Fresh grapefruit juice & strawberry purée
✨ A super frothy finish with a heart-shaped dusting of strawberry magic & a spritz of lemon

It’s bold, it’s flirty, and it’s only here for February. Come sip the love! 💋

Weekend plans? We’ve got ‘em covered. Our red fish piccata special is swimming in flavor—white wine lemon butter sauce, capers, and a touch of chicken stock for that perfect balance. Served with a grilled parmesan risotto cake and a fresh mix of green beans, corn, cherry tomatoes, and olive tapenade.

Catch it while you can—Friday through Sunday (or until we sell out)!

💕✨ Galentine’s is THIS Sunday, and we’re bringing all the Glam Cowgirl vibes! ✨💕

Here’s what’s waiting for you:
🌟 A scratch-made brunch buffet with Cowboy Caviar, Chicken Tortilla Soup, Kolaches & more.
🍹 The Galentine’s Drink Tower, stacked with four fabulous margaritas.
❤️‍🔥 Our Drink of the Month: Love Potion #8—Lalo Tequila, Aperol, ginger simple syrup, grapefruit juice, strawberry purée, and a frothy heart-shaped finish.

Consider this rose-filled moment your official sneak peek. 💐 Tag your gals, dust off your boots, and let’s brunch in style! 💃✨

✨Galentine’s Drink Tower is back, and she’s serving glam in every sip! ✨ This year’s lineup:

🍓 Miami Vice – Strawberry & coconut margarita with a coconut flake rim and a strawberry garnish.
🍑 Peaches & Cream – Peach margarita topped with a dollop of whipped cream.
💜 Lavender Bliss – Lavender margarita with a black salt rim and a sprinkle of lavender seeds.
🌶️ Spicy Passionfruit – Passionfruit-jalapeño margarita with house-made syrup and a Tajín rim.

Round up your gals, grab a tower, and let’s raise a glass to friendship, fun, and fabulous drinks! ✨🥂

Three Cheese Grilled Cheese is back! Just for February every Wednesday we will be serving Tomato Basil Soup with Three Cheese Grilled Cheese ALL DAY!

This Sunday is our Galentine’s Brunch, but it’s also Super Bowl Sunday—so plan ahead and make the most of your day! Brunch with the girls, then football (or more brunch, we won’t judge).

Brunch just got a seasonal glow-up! ✨🥞🍳

This month, we’re serving up:
🍽 Smoked Salmon Eggs Benedict – Toasted Everything Bagel, Dill Cream Cheese Spread, Sliced Tomatoes, Smoked Salmon, Poached Eggs, Traditional Hollandaise, and Capers.
🥞 Red Velvet Pancake – Topped with Dark Chocolate Ganache and Cream Cheese Icing.

Both available Friday–Sunday, 10 AM–3 PM—because weekends are for treating yourself.. ❤️ Tag who you would share this with?

No alcohol? No problem.✨🍹

At Brooklyn’s Down South, we’ve got something for everyone—whether you’re here for a handcrafted mocktail, a refreshing hibiscus tea, or a delicious scratch-made meal. As a local spot in Buda, TX, we take pride in serving up flavors for all. Come sip, savor, and enjoy! #Mocktails #BudaTX

This weekend’s special is bringing the heat! 🔥🔥Spicy Mussels Linguine🔥🔥 – a bold and flavorful dish with mussels, linguine, and a rich Calabrian chili sauce made with shrimp stock, bacon, shallots, garlic, tomato, white wine, and thyme. Finished with fresh basil for the perfect bite.

Get it while it lasts! Available for now until Sunday 2/2 or until we sell out!

💖 Grab your boots and your besties—it’s time for our annual Galentine’s Day celebration! 💖

This year, we’re bringing all the Glam Cowgirl vibes with pink and silver decor, disco balls, fringe, and a playlist featuring Beyoncé, Selena, Shania Twain, and Dolly Parton. 🤠✨

The buffet? Scratch-made perfection, of course:
🌟 Chips, Salsa, and Queso
🌟 Chicken Tortilla Soup
🌟 Cowboy Casserole
🌟 Cowboy Caviar
🌟 Pecan Streusel and Fruit Kolaches

📅 February 9th | Leave the Super Bowl for the boys—this one’s for the girls! 💃

✨ Starting this week, we’re taking reservations during our regular operating hours. Call or stop by to secure your spot!

Tag your crew and let’s celebrate in style. 🎉 #GalentinesDay #GlamCowgirl

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