How cool is this? Crowded Barrel is funded by whiskey fans. It's done so through an online method…read more So essentially all of the people backing Crowded are owners in a way. The truest sense of crowd funding comes to life and seemingly thriving. Distillery tours are available for $35 and I strongly encourage folks to give them a visit and check out what's going on. The tasting room is cool + rad. It's like spending time with the greatest people you know. Or maybe it's just the great booze that makes it feel that way? Lol, I kid. It's totally a combo of both. They don't just make whiskey, they've got a gin, tequila (a few) and a vodka as well. I'm a big fan of the vodka. Haven't tried the gin yet. This is a Dripping Springs gem.

Crowded Barrel Whiskey was a great experience overall with excellent spirits, very reasonable…read moreprices, and friendly/fast service! The business is tucked away off the road in a nice neighborhood but it's worth the exploration and drive. The interior of the bar is nicely decorated with a consistent midevil/knights of the round table theme that is tastefully executed with music that wasn't loud and cold AC! The bartenders were knowledgeable and expedient while providing a detailed overview of the spirits lineup. Most importantly, the bartenders did not pressure us into purchasing bottles, memberships, or noticeably more expensive drinks. As a result, I was inclined to spend more money! I'll definitely return to CWB and wish I would have found it earlier.

Alyssa at Poodies is an absolute gem! She made the best Bloody Mary I've ever had, and her…read morehilarious personality made the whole experience even better. She also gave me fantastic recommendations for local food spots and live music around Spicewood and the surrounding area. The bar has a super cool, laid-back dive bar vibe with tons of character. Great drinks, great music, and even better people! If you're in the area, Poodies is a must-stop. Ask for Alyssa!

Poodie's Hilltop Roadhouse is a must if you're in the Texas Hill Country. The laid-back atmosphere,…read morelive music, and friendly staff make it a great place to relax. I enjoyed a Shiner Bock, a delicious sandwich, crispy onion rings, and fries while soaking in the true Texas vibe. Whether you're there for the food, drinks, or music, it's a place you'll want to come back to. I'll definitely be stopping in again!

Great place to go with friends! The music was fantastic, and I loved that you can enjoy it either…read moreinside or outside. Such a fun atmosphere for a night out!

Relatively small indoor pub space hosting open mic, karaoke and single musician concert nights. Has…read morefriendly regular clientele. Separate outdoor band concert stage on Thursdays (varies), Friday and Saturday, weather permitting. Check the calendar. Toilets are clean. Historic designation means handicap access is limited to back entry. I haven't tried the new food truck yet.

Five of us girls met up here on Friday night at 6:30. We had the most attentive and friendly…read moreserver. Three of us had arrived earlier and ordered already and our server came by to greet us two and take our drink order right away if we were ready. We were not so she gave us some time and came back. Throughout the night, she checked on us. At the end of the night, she offered to split all our checks and remembered everyone's orders and how to to accurately split the drinks. Each lady paid for an appetizer. The appetizers were all very good though I would say there are limited gluten free options. The girls shared the Tempura Cauliflower. It looked really good and apparently was also delicious but unfortunately not gluten free. The Charcuterie Board with cheese, salami, pepperoni, and smoked salmon was yummy, as were the brussel sprouts and chicken kabobs. The server said the marinade was not gluten free but I decided to eat it anyways. The chicken was juicy and seasoned well. I really liked the brussel sprouts too. The Dirty Martinis and Paper Plane were great. My friend had the Cucumber cocktail but opted for soda water instead of Sprite and she said it was really good. It looked pretty. The restaurant offers a nice vibe for hanging out and has a great selection of cocktails, wines, and food. I didn't get a chance to try an entree but I'm sure they are good. We had the best server so I'd say this place is a winner.

First time being here and i have to say its great spot. I believe you have to make a reservation…read more My friend made one and glad she did. My friend never been here as well and we both decided to come for my bday. Best decision ever. I had the short rib and it was tender and mash potatoes was delicious. I would recommend this place. My friend had the ribeye and salad. Both dish amazing. The service was fantastic. Our server did an amazing job. She was on point. The place got packed for a Thursday night. The music was chill. I will most definitely come back again to try something else. If you have a birthday come here. You will see why. Its a great experience.

Bar and wine staff are very friendly, letting you have taste before they pour anything. Good…read moreselection of a wide variety of Texas brew craft beers and wines. Bonus is that you might see a llama coming up to feed or cool off! Outdoor seating only, but there is plenty of shade.

The Shady Llama is a great place to go check out! This Beer Garden is located outside of Austin in…read moreHill Country. When we were poking around looking for breweries in the area on Yelp we came across The Shady Llama! This place doesn't make their own beer but they have lots of guest taps for breweries in the surrounding area. It's a good variety of beers to choose from and it looks like there is at least one food truck available sometimes in case you get hungry. The main draw for why we came here was to see the llamas and indeed we dis see some. One of them gave us some attitude and then sauntered off down a hill, taking it's less moody companion with it. They were funny and with the attitude I got and the name of the place I posted the Eminem song "My Name Is" where the lyrics "Slim Shady" get mentioned on Instagram because I thought it was all quite fitting. In addition to seeing the llamas we saw a great view of Hill Country. There was a lot of seating when we were here and could pick pretty much anywhere we wanted to sit. But I'm sure the place can get busy... the location and those llamas are reason enough. Cold beer, moody llamas and beautiful Hill Country... definitely worth the stop!

A cozy little spot tucked inside Lakeway Market where you can grab a local craft beer or fill up a…read moregrowler to go. The atmosphere is relaxed, and the beer selection is pretty solid. It's a popular hangout for locals, especially on weekends. They offer a good range of beers, and the staff knows their stuff -- very helpful when it comes to choosing the right one. Even if you're not a beer expert, you'll feel comfortable asking questions. Overall, it's a nice place to check out, though there's a little room for improvement. Also, make sure to call ahead since their hours can change.

A small nook/bar area located in the charming Lakeway Market, Tap House is a really neat spot to…read moregrab a local craft (and other regional) beer by the pint or fill up a growler to take home and maybe even make some new friends. A lot of locals like to hang out and chat, especially on the weekends. Tap House have over 2 dozen beers at any given time and the staff is very knowledgeable about each and every one of them. Want to engage in some serious beer talk? This is your place. Novices are also welcomed of course. ;) A nice gem...good find...good times. Cheers! Tip: Be sure to call the Market ahead of time to see if the Tap House is open. There hours vary.

Cool place to hang out. Good vibes, chill. Good place to unwind or bust loose! Have a great…read moreselection of beers and cocktails. Really good hotdogs! A must place to check out while in JC.

Fun little bar with appetizer like foods. Our drinks were outstanding. The Black walnut old…read morefashioned is probably the best OF I've ever had; the Evan Williams bourbon was smooth & chocolstey. My wife thoroughly enjoyed her French 75. We'll be back for drinks again.

My husband I were camping at Blanco State Park in our 5x10 squaredrop camper (a bed on wheels,…read morebasically) last Thursday when the weather turned cold and wet. We wanted a place to hang out for the day in warmth, and Tenuta Bianco was perfect. When we walked in, the woman behind the bar (an owner, I think) broke away from the lively conversation in progress among the people at the bar, came around from the bar and welcomed us. She explained about their wide selection of wines. When we said we felt more like beer, she showed us the beer cooler, which had everything from Boerne Brewery's Old Courthouse ale (which I love but have a hard time finding) to Birra Moretti to several types of Real Ale. You name it, they had at least a few bottles. They also had several beers from the nearby Rough Diamond Brewery on tap. After discussing beers with our host, she said that we could sit anywhere and gestured around at the tables, sofa, and bar, but then she said we could also sit out back. She then took us through handmade swinging saloon doors and showed us to the back of the place where it's been decorated with a western-style bar and lots of interesting prints and memorabilia and a pressed tin ceiling, explaining that at 5:00 they would have live music. It was very cozy and inviting, but no one was back there. I was thinking that we'd probably be comfortable on the sofa in the front room and that they'd not want us to sit in the back because of the extra walk to wait on us, but she encouraged us to sit back there, describing with obvious pride how they'd tried to recreate a saloon from a spaghetti western. We spotted a little room off to the side, about 10 feet square, that had a sofa and a large ottoman. Since we were in search of a place we could stay for several hours and the wooden chairs back there didn't look like they'd be comfortable for that long, we asked if we could sit there. She encouraged us to make ourselves at home. We went back to the front to make our beer selections, which she carried back for us with icy pint glasses when we returned to the back to settle on the leather sofa. We'd brought dice to play Farkle and/or Yahtzee (the Yahtzee score card app is great!), so we talked, played a game, sipped, and relaxed. A man, another owner?, brought us a dish with two small silver bowls on it: one held pecans and the other spiced almonds. He asked if we needed anything else. He kept popping back in, rearranging the chairs in the outer back room which had mostly been pushed off to one side when we arrived. He kept up a light and unobtrusive conversation whenever he'd come back, talking to us through the doorway or the serving window/bar on one wall of the little room about beer, the game we were playing, and camping at the state park, etc. The little room had a bookshelf filled with several travel guides (Italy, Spain, etc.). Among them I spotted Italian and Spanish phrase books and browsed them, entertaining myself quite a while with trying to pronounce phrases in both languages. My husband was reading a novel on his phone, but he had to stop because it was running low on battery. The man heard my husband say this and said to feel free to charge his phone. My husband didn't have his charger, but the man asked what kind of phone he had (Google Pixel), and asked to see the charging port on it. He went away and came back with a charger, which he plugged in for my husband (the plug was in an out of the way spot). When we'd go to the front to select another beer, he'd follow us back with cold glasses and take away the empties. Although the front room filled up, we remained the only customers in the back room the entire time we were there. In short, we ended up feeling thoroughly at ease, welcomed and well-served as we hung out in the little room for about four hours. We drank about six beers between us, each one different, each in an icy pint glass. We don't normally snack, but since the gentleman was so kind as to bring us the pecans and almonds, we tried one of each and ended up eating almost all of them because they were perfect with the beer. Even with a 20% tip, we spent under $30. My husband's uncle married an Italian woman and they brought her mother over from Italy to live with them after her husband passed. When we would visit, Nona waited on us hand and foot, even washing our clothes as soon as we changed out of them, and was so happy to do it all for us. She made us feel so special. This cold rainy afternoon at Tenuta Bianco had that feeling: we were honored guests and much cared for. The owners (?) clearly love what they're doing and have created a wonderful place to hang out.

I was in Blanco for a hot minute and stopped at this amazing wine bar! It's in the town square and…read morewas warmly welcomed by the beautiful bartender and friendly locals that frequent this place. I had two delightful glasses of wine. One was a local and one Italian rose that was such an easy drink I could have had a bottle to myself. When I venture back to Blanco, I will come back for SURR!!!