Very good food and service Great olive oil…read more Salad should come with cheese Cheesecake not good Veal ok Pasta yummy

We went here for Mother's Day brunch. Huge portions, great food for a good cost!…read more I got the chicken Marsala and it was delicious. 2 large chicken breasts, plenty of sauce and noodles. Would get again!

Who knew Bastrop, Texas, would have some of the best pizza and pasta I've had in a long time?…read more I'm in town for a six-week work assignment and decided to try Bastiano's for takeout. All I can say is wow. I ordered the creamy garlic pasta with chicken, spinach, bacon, and onions, along with a supreme pizza, and both were outstanding. The pasta was rich, creamy, and packed with flavor without being overly heavy. The chicken was tender, the bacon added the perfect savory bite, and the spinach and onions balanced everything beautifully. Then there was the pizza. This wasn't one of those pizzas where you have to hunt for toppings. Every slice was loaded with pepperoni, ham, sausage, olives, mushrooms, and vegetables. The crust had a great texture, the cheese was perfectly melted, and every bite was packed with flavor. One of the best parts is the value. The portions were generous enough that this takeout order will easily feed me for several days, which makes the quality even more impressive. As someone who wasn't expecting to discover amazing Italian food in Bastrop, Bastiano's was a pleasant surprise. If you're local or just passing through town, do yourself a favor and give them a try. I'll definitely be ordering again before my assignment is over.

TLDR: Good pizza at reasonable prices but the wait time is unreasonably long…read more Pretty solid pizza here. Fully customizable. I built my own white pizza with garlic butter herb sauce, fresh mozz, mushrooms, and Italian sausage. It was pretty tasty. I was STARVING so maybe that amplified the flavor. This brings me to my next point... Pizza takes FOREVER. I clocked it and it was a full hour from the moment we ordered. This was particularly unpleasant because I was waiting in the car with my two bored and hungry toddlers. If you have kids, you get it. Not ideal. By the way, we tried to call ahead and no one picked up the phone (we tried a couple times). I should also add that the prices are very reasonable here. The kids menu pizzas are very cheap and more than enough food to fill them up.

NEIGHBORS KITCHEN & YARD -- BASTROP, TEXAS…read more It's currently approximately $197° in Texas and somehow Doug and I STILL walk into restaurants asking the same ridiculous question: "Can we sit outside?" At Neighbors Kitchen & Yard? YOU ABSOLUTELY WANT TO SIT OUTSIDE. Oh. My. Stars. Their multi-level outdoor space overlooks the Colorado River and has plenty of shade cloth, fans AND misters--which means even those of us determined to dine outdoors during the surface-of-the-sun portion of the Texas calendar can actually enjoy ourselves. Neighbors is located at The Crossing in Bastrop, which is a really cool little destination of its own with other businesses and shopping nearby. But let's get to the important stuff... BEER. CHEESE. DOGS. GREAT SERVICE. We happened to visit while they're trying out a Golden Hour special for September from 4-6 PM. Selected draft beers are $2 off, and appetizers--except wings--are also $2 off. Naturally... We considered it our responsibility to thoroughly investigate both specials. For research purposes, obviously. We tried FOUR different beers. Doug's winner was the Blonde. Mine? The BLUEBERRY BEER over ice. AWWEEEE SHITTTT. That was GOOD. Then came the food. OG Warm Cheese Dip Phenomenal. I would happily sit beside the Colorado River with that cheese dip and a beer and call it dinner. Doug ordered the Brussels sprouts. TO. DIE. FOR. Seriously, we were completely happy with everything we tried. But here's another thing that will get me every single time... They LOVE dogs. Not "we technically allow dogs." DOG FRIENDLY. Our pups were welcomed and immediately received two separate bowls of water. Little details like that tell me a lot about a place. And then there's Sadi, our server. SPECTACULAR. Friendly, attentive and one of those servers who helps turn a good outing into a place you're already talking about visiting again before you've even left. Great food. Great beer. Great specials. Fantastic service. Dogs genuinely welcomed. Beautiful Colorado River views. And an outdoor setup designed by people who apparently understand that some of us are stubborn enough to sit outside in Texas no matter WHAT. We LOVE it here. We will absolutely be back. Which brings us to... TW'S REAL PANTS RATING: -- 5 out of 5 Real Pants Would Doug and I leave the campground and put on real pants to come back? AWWEEEE SHITTTT... apparently we'd put them on in 197° weather. Neighbors didn't just earn all five pairs. They earned 'em with a river view, cold beer, warm cheese dip and water bowls for the dogs. That's how you knock our britches off. Portions were larger. We dove right in before pics.

This was our first visit to Neighbor's Kitchen & Yard. Sianna was our server and she was…read moreoutstanding!! We spent a couple of hours here (on a Saturday) because we were just chillin' and not in a hurry. The covered patio was perfect of a hot July day! We had an appetizer and a couple of Iron Bridge beers first. Then we ordered the Caprese Sandwich and a large pizza that was half "Gettin' figgy wit it" and half "Riverside Veggie". OMG! It was amazing! We also had the whiskey flight, an Old Pro and a Gold Rush. We completely loved everything that we ordered. And again, Sianna was such a great server. Very attentive and friendly without being over the top. We definitely will come back and ask for her next time we visit Bastrop. Great job guys! I can easily see why y'all are voted the best pizza! Thanks for such an amazing experience

Our Airbnb host recommended Ere's, so we decided to order takeout for dinner. We were a little…read morehesitant at first because the pasta photos online didn't look especially appetizing, but we were able to order non-pasta items and were pleasantly surprised. Ere's is also one of the few restaurants open in La Grange at 8 p.m. on a Saturday night, making it a convenient option after a full day of activities. The garlic knots were fresh, warm, and delicious, although I was expecting a stronger garlic flavor. Don't forget to order the marinara sauce or garlic oil for dipping! The Caprese salad was fresh and refreshing, and the grilled chicken was simple, well-cooked, and satisfying. Overall, Ere's was a dependable choice for takeout. The food traveled well, and it was a convenient option for a late dinner when many other restaurants had already closed.

Being from out of town, I wasn't sure where to grab dinner, but I'm really glad I found this place…read more The pasta combo caught my eye because I couldn't decide on just one dish, and it ended up being the perfect choice. Everything was favorful, and cooked just right. I loved being able to try different pastas and sauces in one meal. The portions were generous, and I definitely left full and happy. The staff made me feel welcome from the moment I walked in, and the atmosphere had that comfortable, authentic Italian feel that makes you want to sit back and enjoy your meal rather than rush through it. As someone just passing through town, this was one of those places I'd happily make a return trip for. If you're visiting or local and love good Italian food, the pasta combo is absolutely worth ordering. It felt like a homemade meal served by friends.

So delicious. We had the vegetarian combo and there was an off menu butter chicken dish that day…read more Both dishes were delectable. My husband had to fight me off his butter chicken dish after I finished off the veg plate. Also got a pistachio cannoli that was very good. The service was also friendly. Can't wait to go back!

I've tried 2 different dishes here, and both were as good as the Ethiopian restaurants in Austin…read more Good-sized portions, real Injera. They have beef or lamb tibs with several vegetables and Doro Wat. The vegetables were really good, and meat portions were just right.

Cute place, immaculately clean, *fabulous* eggplant parmigiana. Menu is just the right size, really…read morenice people and great service.

Small cute little place off the beaten path. Came for a late dinner and the server was very nice!…read moreWe ordered the bread with dipping oil to start but the bread was a bit underdone and we didn't end up eating all of it. We did let the waitress know and she was very apologetic. I ordered a frozen sangria and it had a very strong smell of apple cider vinegar. It was a strange combination and I did not finish it. As for the food it was good. Not great and not terrible. We needed to salt most of it and the oil dipping for the bread had way too much oil. The pasta Collin's noodles seemed dried out and possibly microwaved with not much seasoning. We would come back and give it another try possibly for the pizza. Just a heads up. The prices on the menu are "cash prices", if you pay with credit card like most you need to add about $5 to your bill.

Perfect little stop on our way to College Station! We pulled into the restaurant around 9 PM, and…read morethe food was amazing. I highly recommend the chicken fried chicken--it was absolutely delicious! The staff was friendly, the atmosphere was great, and we really enjoyed our visit. The Bloody Mary was superb, and my husband loved his meal too--he said it was cooked to perfection! Definitely a great find and a place we would stop at again!

Been here now twice. Both times were to watch the World Cup matches…read more Service lacks just a bit, especially when it gets busy. Not sure who our server is or was. Oh here's our drinks. Wrong table! Yikes!!! Rather good food. Good size portions and some good flavors. Look for the specials as they are good and a bit cheaper than normal. It's a bar. Gets busy. TVs everywhere. Do stop in if in Bastrop. CritDicks

Patrizi's was unexpectedly really good! I wasn't expecting the food to be that good for a random…read morefood truck but it was excellent and I'm not even a big fan of Italian food in general. I ordered the Carbonara Alexandra per people's recommendations on Yelp, and also split the bruschetta with a friend. Everything is clearly freshly handmade and comes out warm. The flavors and textures are all there, and the outdoor food truck area is definitely a vibe. The staff were prompt, friendly, and gave good recommendations. I'd definitely come again and try something new! I don't think you can go wrong with any of the pasta options.

On a Saturday night, this place was packed! The line all the way to the gate when you enter, and…read moresomeone was greeting you to direct you to wherever you aimed to be in The Vortex. The person greeting us, even shared some insights for some upcoming shows. They'd be having that seem great to attend. It's fun to have that sense of community being welcomed into the restaurant as soon as you get there! We split up, and I went to grab seats while the other member of my party stood in line. Seating wasn't difficult, and it was well ventilated, which was highly favorable and much appreciated in the heat with missing fans, running constantly, cute ambience, lighting with the small bulb lights, and even bug spray available they make sure that this dining experience was covered on all bases so that you would have a great one. The menus are easily accessible, with multiple copies, being passed down the line, and sitting in the stand as soon as you walk up. However, after hearing about the restaurant online, and taking some time to read the menu prior to arrival, I knew what was on my mind - carbonara. From arrival to ordering with maybe about a 30 to 40 minute wait however, it was worthwhile. The dishes are made to order, with fresh pasta being used, making it even better. We opted for two half orders to share, and that was definitely enough food because we ended up even taking leftovers. We also got an order of the garlic bread with tons of roasted garlic, parmesan, and green onions. While the carbonara was flavorful and what my mind was initially set on, the other pasta actually ended up stealing the show and was what we finished immediately the Leopold had a pesto base and a nice hint of spice even without the peppers (which were taken off in our order). Overall, the most difficult part of this meal was parking, and the fight was completely forgotten after my first taste. They have a small lot, however, if you circled the nearby neighborhood a couple times you're sure to find a place to put your car.

I picked up food on Friday night. It was really good. I was there for two nights. I went back…read moreSaturday night with my daughter and son-in-law. We all really enjoyed the food and atmosphere and service.

Service was very good, server was warm, welcoming, and really tried to make everything perfect. The…read morefood wasn't bad, but, sadly this is not authentic italian. Salad was good, bread was as well. I got the pasta sampler for my meal which was lasagna, cannelloni, and manicotti servec covered with a thick layer of hot melted cheese in a casserole dish fresh out of the oven. Tasted good, but, way too much cheese, the pasta was overwhelmed, and, hard to find, disappointing. Would I eat here again, probably, if someone asked me to go.

Yami Solis was amazing on her Second day!!!' The manager on duty "Viri" was some work!!! She told…read moreYami "don't talk while you're on the clock" but yet she answered the phone and was laughing. Maybe learn how to talk to your employees when costumers are around. I've came here multiple times and never had a smile at the counter while they are charging me, until I came tonight and Yami was on the clock. Thank you very much.

I ordered the 6 Pepperoni Roll. For 13.65, I figured it'd be a great price. I asked the cook and…read morecashier how man marinara sauces would I need for 6 Pepperoni Rolls. They both stated I would need two, however the extra marinara would be no additional cost until I looked at my receipt and I got charged 1 dollar more. The two marinara cups were half filled to the equivalent to 1. The Pepperoni Rolls were absolutely horrible unless you enjoy dry bread with no flavor, one tablespoon of cheese and one slice of Pepperoni. I would have been better off eating a pizza lunchable for 1:50. Or a grilled cheese. Definitely not going to this establishment again. Highly recommend Tony c's Pepperoni Rolls. Wasn't able to add a picture because the Pepperoni Rolls are currently in the trash