The following information is from the NASA website:
“On April 8, 2024, a total solar eclipse will cross North America, passing over Mexico, the United States, and Canada. A total solar eclipse happens when the Moon passes between the Sun and Earth, completely blocking the face of the Sun. The sky will darken as if it were dawn or dusk.
Safety is the number one priority when viewing a total solar eclipse. Be sure you’re familiar with when you need to wear specialized eye protection designed for solar viewing by reviewing these safety guidelines.”
We as a community are also working hard to make sure all of our residents and guests are safe during this event. Menard Emergency Management has been working closely with community leaders, business owners, and the Sherriff’s dept to ensure that this spectacular event can be viewed safely by all. We will be updating this page with information as it becomes available, so please check back regularly to help answer any questions you might have.
Restaurants
B & L Texas BBQ
- 406 Frisco Ave, Menard, Texas
- (512)653-5820
- Hours: Tuesday-Sunday 11am-7pm
- Outdoor dining
- BBQ plates and sandwiches with sides and desserts
- Brisket and Sausage
- Hamburgers
Los Abuelos
- 1010 Frisco Ave, Menard, Texas 76859
- (469) 956-4066
- Hours : Closed Monday, Tuesday-Thursday 11am-2pm & 5pm-8pm, Friday-Saturday 8am-2pm & 5pm-8pm, Sunday 8am-2pm
- Tex-Mex food along with homemade Mexican food
- Daily specials served
Ojeda’s Café
- Menard, Texas 76859
- (325) 396-2112
- Hours:
- Tex-Mex and American cuisine with daily specials
Summerland
- 105 Frisco Ave, Menard, Texas 76859
- (325) 396-3100
- Hours: Monday-Tuesday 10am-8pm, Closed Wednesday, Thursday-Saturday 10am -10pm, Sunday 10am-7pm
- Family friendly atmosphere
- Fresh and locally sourced ingredients
- Beer and Wine available
- House Roasted Coffee and Pastries served all day.
Taco Express
- 708 Frisco Ave, Menard, Texas 76859
- (325) 396-2251
- Hours : Monday-Friday 11am-2pm, Tuesday-Thursday 5pm-7pm, Saturday 6am – 11am, Closed Sunday
- “Best Tacos in Town!”
Tacos y Burritos El Jefe
- 300 Frisco Ave, Menard, Texas 76859
- (325) 396-8075
- Hours: Monday-Friday 7am-1pm & 5pm-8pm
- Breakfast menu served until 11am every morning
- Mexican food with daily specials
Texas Scratch Kitchen
- 300 Ellis Street, Menard, Texas 76859
- (325) 396-8307
- Hours: Tuesday-Thursday 6:30am-2pm, Friday 6:30am-6pm
- Petite bakeshop with a country vibe, fixing up decadent desserts, salads & sandwiches with a twist.
The Lazy Ladle
- 509 Ellis Street, Menard, Texas 76859
- (325) 396-2069
- Hours : Monday 11am-7:30pm, Tuesday-Thursday 11am-2pm, Friday 8am-8pm, Saturday 8am-2pm, Sunday 8:30am-2pm
- Family dine in with American food, known for their soups and sandwiches.
Grocery Stores & Convenience Stores
Lowe’s Market
- Website
- 410 Ellis Street, Menard, Texas 76859
- (325) 396-4592
- Hours: Daily 7am-9pm
- Full Grocery store
- Ready Made cold food options
Allsup’s
- 811 Ellis Street, Menard, Texas 76859
- (325) 396-2044
- 24 hours a day
- Beef & Bean Burritos
- Chimichangas
- Pizza
- Convenience Store offerings
- Gas-station & convenience-store chain selling drinks, hot snacks & other necessities, 24 hours a day
Bowie’s
- 1692 N US Hwy 83, Menard, Texas 76859
- (325) 396-3333
- Hours: Daily 6am-10pm Friday 6am-11pm
- Champs Chicken
- Hangar 54 pizza
- Convenience Store offerings
Pic – N – Pac
- 1300 Frisco Ave, Menard, Texas 76859
- (325) 396-2134
- Hours: Daily 6am-9:45pm Friday and Saturday 6am-10:45pm
- Convenience Store offerings
Lodging
Motels
Budget Inn
- 208 Ellis St, Menard, TX 76859
- (325) 396-4719
- Local Motel with Friendly Service, Great Rates, Clean Rooms, and Weekly/Monthly Rates!
Hill Top Motel
- 910 Frisco St, Menard, TX 76859
- (325) 396-2075
- American Family Motel with nice, clean, and large rooms with queen beds. Rooms include a microwave, refrigerator, tv, and free wifi
RV Connections
Club Victoria
- 806 Frisco Ave, Menard, TX 76859
- (325) 456-5161 for reservations
- 13 RV parking spots
- Waste dumping available
- No Electricity available
- Public Restrooms available
Menard Museum
- 103 Frisco Ave, Menard, TX 76859
- (405) 584-1555 for reservations
- 6 RV parking spots – MUST be fully self contained
- vehicle length of 25ft or less
- Water available
- $200 per night
Presidio de San Saba
- Book Here!
- 191 Presidio Road, Menard, TX 76859
- RV parking spots
- 13 – 20×20 self contained RVs / Trailers – $300 per night
- 1 full hook up site – $400 per night
- Located on the banks of the beautiful San Saba River, two miles west of Menard on US 190 West with an unobstructed view
- Payment Required in Advance! Payment through PayPal on the Presidio website
- Visitors Pavilion on site with two bathrooms (no showers)
The Menard Station
- 306 Frisco Ave, Menard, TX 76859
- (325) 396-8727 for reservations
- 3-4 RV parking spots
- no hookups
- grilling allowed on site
- $200 per night
- Car Parking available for viewing
- Free Water and Coffee
- Public Bathrooms
- Ice, Dorper Lamb, Wagyu beef, and prepared meals available for purchase
AirBNB
HipCamp
Water
- The Menard Station will have free RO water available.
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Also visit the food tabs above and the fuel tab below for lists of restaurants and convenience stores in Menard
Fuel
Bowie’s Convenience Store
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1692 N US Hwy 83, Menard, Texas 76859
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(325) 396-3333
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Hours: Daily 6am-10pm Friday 6am-11pm
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Valero
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Gasoline
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Diesel – accommodates 18 wheelers
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Allsup’s
- 811 Ellis Street, Menard, Texas 76859
- (325) 396-2044
- 24 hours a day
- Gasoline
- Diesel
- Gas-station & convenience-store chain selling drinks, hot snacks & other necessities, 24 hours a day
Lowe’s Market
- 410 Ellis Street, Menard, Texas 76859
- (325) 396-4592
- Hours: Daily 7am-9pm
- Phillips 66
- Regular, Plus, and Premium Gasoline
- Diesel
Pic – N – Pac
- 1300 Frisco Ave, Menard, Texas 76859
- (325) 396-2134
- Hours: Daily 6am-9:45pm Friday and Saturday 6am-10:45pm
- Velocity
- Gasoline
- Diesel – accommodates 18 wheelers