Dale's Essenhaus

Dale's Essenhaus Dale's Essenhaus (means "eating house" in German) has been a major part of Walburg, Texas since 1997 In March 2011 we introduced 3 new burgers to our menu.

In 1966 Joe and Frances Lamer, who had been leasing a bar in the small, German, farming community of Walburg, decided it was time for them to build their own bar. It wasn’t long before “Joe’s Place” became a popular hangout for many of the locals. Over the years “Joe’s Place” continued to thrive and even began grilling burgers on a small grill set up behind the bar. In 1997, Dale Cockerell, a long

time Walburg resident and regular customer of “Joe’s Place”, decided to try his hand at bar ownership. Due to popular demand Dale quickly converted the bar into a family friendly restaurant. When trying to find a name for the new restaurant, Dale remembered a German place he had once visited in Ohio called “Das Duchman Essenhaus,” meaning “The Dutch Man’s Eating House.” So he named HIS restaurant “Dale’s Eating House,” or “Dale’s Essenhaus.”

In 1998 the beirgarten was constructed and a barn, which was already on the property, was turned into a stage for live music. Since then that stage has served as a platform for many great musical performers including names such as: Gary P Nunn, Kevin Fowler, Pauline Reese, Johnny Lee, Bobby Flores, Rotel & the Hot Tomatoes, Johnny Dee & the Rockin’ 88’s, and the list KEEPS GROWING! In 2002 the Burt Stuewe Banquet Hall was built creating an ideal venue for weddings, receptions, birthdays, graduations, retirement parties, company parties, and other private events. Dale’s has become well known for our home-style cooking and, of course, our famous WALBURGER (made of ½ pound of quality ground beef, freshly ground in-house, piled high with grilled onions, lettuce, tomato and pickles, with mayonnaise and mustard on a toasted bun.) In addition to the Original Walburger we now offer a BAJA WALBURGER (bacon, avocado, and pepper jack cheese, lettuce, tomato, mayonnaise and mustard) a TEXAS WALBURGER (melted cheddar, 2 onion rings and barbeque sauce on Texas toast) and a MUSHROOM SWISS WALBURGER (with sautéed mushrooms, grilled onions and swiss cheese) all made with the same quality ½ pound patty as our ORIGINAL. Whether you’re looking for good food, Texas music, or just a great family atmosphere, you will find it here at Dale’s Essenhaus!

My Head says GYM but my Heart says tacos!!! TACO 🌮 TUESDAYS! Up to three $0.99 tacos with the purchase of any beverage. ...
07/14/2026

My Head says GYM but my Heart says tacos!!! TACO 🌮 TUESDAYS! Up to three $0.99 tacos with the purchase of any beverage. Also enjoy $5 margaritas!

07/13/2026

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Gather around a table filled with hearty comfort food and let our team take care of the rest. Enjoy award-winning flavor...
07/13/2026

Gather around a table filled with hearty comfort food and let our team take care of the rest. Enjoy award-winning flavors made for sharing with friends and family. Secure your reservation today.

CELEBRATION of LIFE for: Christie Michelle Guess🌺July 18, 2026 🌺5:30pm to 7:30pm 🌺Dales Essenhaus Bert Stuewe Hall...
07/13/2026

CELEBRATION of LIFE for:
Christie Michelle Guess

🌺July 18, 2026
🌺5:30pm to 7:30pm
🌺Dales Essenhaus
Bert Stuewe Hall
3900 FM 972
Georgetown, 78626

Step into a welcoming space where rustic charm meets family-friendly comfort for a delightful dining experience. ✨ ...
07/12/2026

Step into a welcoming space where rustic charm meets family-friendly comfort for a delightful dining experience. ✨

Do you have any plans for next week yet? We've got you covered! Join us for Livermore on Saturday July 18th! New to Dale...
07/11/2026

Do you have any plans for next week yet? We've got you covered! Join us for Livermore on Saturday July 18th! New to Dale’s, Livermore is a five piece bluegrass band. https://livermore-atx.com/media

Still not sure what your plans are? Come on down! Justice Band: Saturday, July 11, 6:30 pm
07/11/2026

Still not sure what your plans are? Come on down! Justice Band: Saturday, July 11, 6:30 pm

We can't wait to see everybody! Gabriel River Band is today see you all soon!
07/10/2026

We can't wait to see everybody! Gabriel River Band is today see you all soon!

Thank you, Lord for that little rain shower that cooled it off for the Gabriel River Band to play tonight!!
07/10/2026

Thank you, Lord for that little rain shower that cooled it off for the Gabriel River Band to play tonight!!

It's finally here!!! Come hang out with us today - Kate & The Fuzz! WILDLY talented teens. Don't miss this!
07/09/2026

It's finally here!!! Come hang out with us today - Kate & The Fuzz! WILDLY talented teens. Don't miss this!

Address

3900 FM/972
Georgetown, TX
78626

Opening Hours

Monday 11am - 9pm
Tuesday 11am - 9pm
Wednesday 11am - 9pm
Thursday 11am - 9pm
Friday 11am - 10pm
Saturday 11am - 10pm

Telephone

+15128199175

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