Had dinner with friends at The Vineyard at Florence Saturday. Started with drinks at the bar…read more Friendly service and the kind of atmosphere that you expect at a high end establishment. Knob Creek rocks, Elijah Craig rocks, a Ranch Water (a bit too sweet), and a classic Italian Aperol Spritz. Dinner on the patio starting with a smoked bacon appetizer followed by a wedge salad. Sugared bacon was delicious. Wedge didn't have the salad core removed which was a bit disappointing. Shared a coal-fired Margarita pizza with chicken added. Pizza was cooked perfectly and was delicious with a healthy amount of ingredients, including the excellent blend of cheeses. Our waiter Peter was very professional, friendly and informative. Definitely recommend the Vineyard for an upscale night out with excellent ambiance featuring a Mediterranean decor. Will go back.

Food was way overpriced. We went for brunch and I had the Texas Eggs Benedict--it was honestly not…read moreedible. The hollandaise was so heavy on lemon it overpowered everything. It looked pretty, but nothing came together, and the biscuit was very dry. We also tried the Cuban sandwich--way too fatty and overly thick, hard to enjoy. The loaded croissant, however, was very good, and the fries were solid. The artichoke dip had little to no flavor, and the bread wasn't grilled like the menu said. The atmosphere was beautiful--you feel like you're in a villa. The country drive out there is nice, and the grounds are gorgeous. Drinks were on point and the wine was good, though pricey for a small pour. Our waiter was friendly but not very attentive. Overall, probably won't be back. We've had much better experiences at wineries in Fredericksburg. I don't mind paying for an expensive meal if it's worth it--this just wasn't. Very disappointed.

We stopped in here on the way back to Austin from mother neff state park and we're so glad we did!…read moreWe did the wine tasting which was an excellent value! They were very knowledgeable about the tasting notes and helping us choose the right wines. They had a large selection of wine for purchase (a few weren't on the tasting menu, so they really had a lot of options for bottles!). We would definitely come back with family and friends!

What a total gem of a place! We were excited walking in, but this wine tasting experience still…read moremanaged to blow us away. The atmosphere is relaxed and inviting, the wine selection is thoughtfully put together, and the staff? Absolutely top-notch. Hannah made the entire experience unforgettable. She's incredibly knowledgeable, so kind, and brings such a joyful energy that it instantly puts you at ease. Her passion for wine (and cheese!) is so genuine, and she made the tasting both fun and educational--without ever feeling stuffy or scripted. Every wine and cheese pairing came with a little story or insight, and it completely changed how we experienced each sip. We've done wine tastings before, but this one felt totally different--in the best way. It was personal, engaging, and you could really feel the love behind every detail. We made the trip up from Austin and honestly? We're already planning our next visit. This time, we're bringing more friends so they can see what all the hype is about. Huge thank you to Hannah for making our day so special--we left smiling and can't wait to come back. If you're anywhere near Salado (or even if you're not), this spot is a must. Highly, highly recommend!

This place is an absolute must visit for any Texas wine lover!…read more Smaller vineyard sure but what they have is picturesque and gorgeous. Seating inside the 3600 square foot tasting room and bar area or out back along the vineyard seating and covered patio space. Take your pick and enjoy a wine flight or a glass. Wine apple cider, sangria, blush wine, frozen wine, dessert wine, and many other fantastic wines to please every palate. The Swag Cab and Roussanne really wow'd me most I gotta say. But everything I tasted was very good. The wine cider also really surprised me as to how good that was without being too sweet as many beer ciders are. The staff here are amazing. They treat you like best friends even on the first visit. So welcoming and kind, open and hospitable. It's cool to see how people come in here and just relax, chill out, sit at tables with charcuterie plates and bottles of wine to simply take a load off a socialize. It's the epitome of what a chill, easy going weekend should look like (and taste like). For being in business for not quite 3 years yet, these guys have their act together with great service, a great venue space and amazing wine across the board. Ya just gotta go here and see it yourself.

We stopped here on the way from mother neff state park on a Sunday. The indoor seating area is…read morereally nice, lots of patio space too. The menus didn't include any tasting notes other than dry or sweet, and our server didn't really know much about the wine. We tried a build your own flight and a mocktail though. Nice place to grab a glass of wine and some charcuterie after a hike. The chilled white wine blend was our favorite, however, the reds (made from their grapes) we tried missed the mark. Not sure we'd come back for the wine.

have been to many wineries and this by far is one of the best scenery and friendly atmosphere we…read morehave ever been to! Plenty of space to spread out and explore.

This place has been open since 2023 and I don't know why it has taken me so long to get here. While…read morethey don't have their own in-house wines, they have a variety of "exclusive" wines that tastes amazing. I love that they offer 5 tastings for $15. Unlike other places, they limit you to 3 tasting. Chris was amazing! Very knowledgeable of each wine and great recommendations. I'm more of a sweet wine kind of gal but walked away with a glass of dry wine, how is that?! Thank you, Chris! The inside is small and intimate but they also have a covered patio with a beautiful open yard to sit in peace and enjoy. If you're not up for the outdoors, they also have an air conditioned wine lounge with games, music, and tv. If you're ever in the area, do yourself a favor and drop in! Exit 292, not too far off the expressway.

Such a sweet place, staff was so polite even when I missed the step and dropped everything. Wine…read morewas delicious and love their honey option. I would def recommend.

Super cute place. Lots of unique products. Staff is friendly and sweet. I'm glad my husband brought…read moreme here. He stopped in years ago after a climbing trip and we happened to be nearby today. Definitely worth a stop!

I came on a busy Saturday afternoon in Salado. There was a chili cookoff and live music venue so it…read morelooked like this was the place to be. Empresario is in a charming old home with a small bar in the front room that opens up to additional seating and a back porch. The bar area is the place to be. I felt like I was in one of the wine bars off Magnolia in Fort Worth. The owner was running the bar and made great recommendations. They have a nice wine and cocktail menu, something for everyone. I had the albariño and side note, I love their wine glasses! I really enjoyed standing at the bar and just talking with other patrons and can't wait to come back.

Found this place on accident and glad we stopped in to have a cold glass of wine. The owner was…read moresuper friendly and recommended great wines right off the start. This is a small family owned business with a great wine selection and a real chill atmosphere. I highly recommend swinging in here to get you a bottle or a flight of great wines. Definitely worth the visit if you're in Salado

Good wine selection without being overpriced. The sommelier knew their stuff and were able to offer…read moreguidance on choosing the right wine for each of us. Also took advantage of a charcuterie board for a few nibbles while we people watched those out on the square. We're glad when an outdoor table opened up though and love that you can drink your wine on the sidewalk to truly appreciate the night and the activities around the square.

This is a great place to come in Georgetown when you just want to enjoy a good glass of wine and…read morewatch the people walking by around the square. The square is incredibly active with all kinds of restaurants and people are always taking pictures in front of the courthouse, so being able to either sit inside of the air conditioning and watch out or sit outside at a table and just enjoy whatever wine you prefer isn't easy way to spend the evening. They do have some light snacks like a charcuterie, board and pizza, but there are other restaurants around if you need a full meal if you just wanna come relax on the Square have a nice glass of something and watch an evening fade in the night, I'd start here.