The document describes attractions and dining options in and around the town of Bandera, Texas. It discusses the untouched natural scenery and trails at Hill Country State Natural Area bordering the Running R Ranch. It also provides details on the homemade food and relaxed atmosphere at the ranch, cafes and restaurants in town serving dishes like pulled pork sandwiches, quail sausage, and jalapeño bottlecaps, and suggests taking a day trip to San Antonio for additional dining options.

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ham-and-cheesesandwichesto the
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porksausage(trustus,it'syummyl).And
don'tforgetto orderthejalapenobottlecaps(friedpeppers
servedwithranchdressing)-amustwhileyou'rein Texas.
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