After spending all of that time out on the river, make a pit stop in Kyle for a plate of small town barbecue with homemade sides. The smoky, fatty brisket is a great ending to a fully Texan day — just make sure no one falls into a meat coma.

Featuring New York-style pizza by the slice, Pie Society is a favorite in San Marcos. Try the Spicy Sausage sweetened with a touch of honey.

Feel like something light and fresh after a hot day spent in swimsuits? Stop by this cute cafe and brewery for tasty salads, sandwiches, and fruit smoothies.

The San Marcos outpost of this Austin-based eatery is also open 24 hours, serving diner fare like burgers and flapjacks along with coffee.

Need some cheese-heavy Tex-Mex to soak up river beverages? A favorite of nearby students, Fuego has a large menu of sizable tacos and excellent queso.

Pancakes calling? Chef Carol Irwin whips up homestyle comfort food, like carnitas breakfast tacos, chicken and waffles, or meatloaf.

Get some baked goods to-go from this German spot in New Braunfels. The more-filling deli offerings (sandwiches, soups, wraps, and salads) get high marks as well.