New Braunfels Elks Lodge #2279

The club has come divided. To my knowledge 12 officers resigned by force or in retaliation of others being forced to resign. A group of people that brought up complaints that I have no knowledge of what they are basically self assigned themself to the offices that were left open by resignation. These people were not elected to those positions.a far cry to how a club should be run.

Update 2023: Unfortunately the Elks isn't what it used to be...... The last few times we've eaten there have been a disappointment, it's been warm inside and they managed to run off good leadership and stewards of the community!! Original review from 2022: We are members at the Elks, and truly appreciate everyone there. They always welcome new guests, serve great food, have the best wood dance floor in New Braunfels, and there quite a few special people that volunteer and work there. Dances are always open to the public, so join us sometime!!

Love this place. Good food, great people, and the band last night was fantastic. Will definitely be back if we get to this area again.

This is my home Lodge and I think the largest in Texas. Open Mon-Sat at 4 pm ,regular dinning Wed & Fri 6pm with special ,Veterans ,PERs , Sweat Heart ,ect meals on Mon. To many other activities to mention. Lodge is very active.

Set up a meeting with "Exalted Ruler" Chris Synder to lease a spot on-site for a BBQ trailer, and brought over a spread so that a group of men could sample our BBQ and discuss whether this would work. We looked at the spot and they decided yes to move forward with a 6-month trial period. I then explained I needed a 240v outlet for hookup for a trailer. having an outlet was definitely quieter than having a generator. So I agreed to pay for the outlet and at the end of the 6 month period, they could stay with the outlet at my expense no matter what we decided at that time. So I made arrangements with the Health department started the paperwork, contacted the Comptrollers office, got tax preparations for location, and contacted the health department which had a wait, Then got Covid pneumonia and was down for a month in a half, Texted Chris and explained the delay He replied "cool". then scheduled electrician spoke to one of the guys who was at the original meeting as the electrician installed the outlet. After Covid I needed a document signed by Chris, called him no answer, texted no answer, email no answer, So thought something must have happened to him, So went to lodge and spoke to secretary, She gave me info and I contacted "New Exalted Ruler" Kathleen Whitton, she then went on and explained that there was some shady stuff that happened at the lodge and Chris chose to step down. So I began to explain what we had agreed on and she explained that she would have to talk to the new board and they would make a decision on it. A few days went by and they ruled that they didn't want a food trailer competing with their kitchen and decided no on the trailer being on site. So I completely understood and asked if I could have my $738.89 back for the electrical service since they renigged on the agreement? No reply from email, called Miss Whitton by phone No reply. So at this point, I guess I'm just out of my money because of lousy leadership failing to at least take responsibility for their actions. If they were in hard times I would absolutely consider letting it go, but to ignore communication and not explain their situation shows me irresponsibility. So just Beware of renting space they also didn't want a contract because of non-profit status and wanted a donation. Maybe they will get the right crew in there to handle business with the community one day.

Very nice club, friendly people, awesome dinners, Great dance floor, good bands!!!

An old folks frat where they play politics. Went in as a guest and there was a power struggle going on as to who runs this dump. Two grown people fighting for control of an elks lodge lol

These folks are totally awesome. They opened their hall in the middle of the and hosted a reception in honor of my Son, Deputy Sheriff Ray Horn. I'm not sure how many people were served, but the love and support cannot be verbalized. Our Family deeply appreciated the Lodge and staff.

NB Elks Lodge is a wonderful establishment in the heart of downtown NB. Amazing people, cheap drinks, good food, country music, and dancing on the weekends and a great place to get connected with community volunteer efforts.

Again like Columbus Club, this was my 1st time going here.