Thumbs Up: This is the perfect spot to relax if you're over shopping, but your partner is still going strong. Thumbs Up: They have a full bar, and the bartender can make almost anything. Thumbs Up: The service was excellent. I arrived just after they had closed for a break between lunch and dinner, but the staff didn't mention it. I only found out later through Google Maps. Neutral: I didn't try the food, so I can't comment on it specifically, but my 5-star "food" rating is based on the delicious wine I had. read more

I've only been to Duo Modern for brunch, and it was a great experience. We did a day-trip to Round Top, and we started off here for their brunch buffet, carafes of mimosas, and some shopping. It's located inside the Market Hill building. Sunday brunch is 10am-2pm. The buffet had a range of breakfast classics (pancakes, eggs) to enchies and chilaquiles. Would love to drop in at another time to check out their lunch or dinner. P.S. They have a full bar. read more

Had issues but the restaurant resolved. Staff was friendly and food was good. The olives were fantastic.

Wow!!! A complete remodel of this fantastic restaurant. A new staff and the outstanding new overall manager, Mackenzie makes your experience a joy. Mackenzie is. back in her home state of Texas and relay is enjoying her new position. The Sunday brunch is the best in the Round Top community and the restaurant decor is right up there with the best in Houston and Austin. Our table had the Eggs Benedict, the omelette, and Steak and eggs. All outstanding with awesome Spicy Bloody Mary,s. We will be back for sure. read more

Beautiful restaurant attached to an amazing home decor store. Food was average. Husband got a steak and it was smothered in peppercorn sauce, sauce on a steak gives me not good steak vibes. I had a pork chop that was topped with an enormous amount of tomato paste. We got the whipped feta as an app and it was heavenly. Bar didn't have at least five of the alcohols we asked for. Cool place but food could be better. read more

Ambiance was great, beautiful restaurant! The service was mediocre. The waitress was kind but inattentive. One very sweet busser came and took our appetizer and water glasses and returned with plastic cups which seemed very strange. Service was very slow. The whipped feta and pita were absolutely delicious. We both ordered rare steaks and received one medium and one medium well. I sent the medium well back and received a medium steak as a replacement. We had already been there for over an hour so decided to just eat it. The steak was covered in sauce and still very flavorless. The Brussels sprouts were delicious but sitting a top a very strange and flavorless puree. The macaroni and cheese was also flavorless. Overall, beautiful restaurant but the food was lacking. read more

What a fun surprise we stumbled upon having dinner here! We were welcomed so warmly by staff, such a calm and beautiful setting, incredible food that is locally sourced, everything we ate was delicious and prepared with such care and attention. We will be back! read more

This is the best! Consistently outstanding cuisine and very reasonably priced. Chef and staff are excellent. Beautiful place. Up in smoke marg is superb. Been here several times and excellent every time. Worth the drive from Houston! read more

Went back again with our group to give it another go after the remodel and wow, did it disappoint. We were seated and it took 10 minutes for them to even take our drink order. The waitress forgot to put in several of our drinks but still charged us for them. Food was brought out and 3/4 of it was so tasteless and bland. From the service to the food, so so bad. And the owner just stands around and never seems to step in to help. read more

Fine dining in an upscale room. Located in a tiny town of Round Top,Tx known for its bi-annual Antique weeks we enjoyed this place on a no show time weekend. Wow...who knew a meal like this and a decor like this would be hidden behind a big antique venue...it's in the middle of this giant metal building ..the crafted cocktails, cool people and OMG the food !!!! The Sea bass was world class and my husband said it was the best steak he has enjoyed in a long time...I had the crab salad on avocado and ceviche ...our waiter was so nice and patient. read more

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Beautiful property. My lamb was super tender but a little on the salty side. The chicken was seasoned great and the salads are fresh and tasty. The bar is adorable but them need stuffed olives (not black) for martinis. read more

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Duo's is in Market Hill in Round Top, and is kind of the Flagship restaurant for the whole complex-- and holy moley is it good!!!!!!! We came here as a group of 3 on a recommendation from some girls at Marburger and came in during one of the antique fair's buffet nights. Living in Vegas and LA, I've experienced my fair share of buffets-- (my hips definitely do not lie lol), and I can say-- this is one of the best buffets I think I've ever had. There was a miso type glazed fish which was incredible, veggies, meatballs, a truffle and mushroom risotto, cauliflower-- It was so delicious. Gino was working, I recognized him from doing research before we came, and as far as QC, he has that on lock!! The food was delicious. I know it was buffet dining, but it tasted like a meal prepared to order. I overate, hated myself, and would do it again. Thanks so much for a fantastic meal!! read more

This place is the absolute best restaurant in the Round Top/Carmine area. It is pricey but a cut above anything else there. The atmosphere is lovely, the wait staff, owner, and chef are friendly and welcoming. We had the short ribs and risotto which is rich and delicious with layers of flavor. Also the salmon with tomato purée sauce which was the best salmon I've had. A mini pizza for appetizer. Cheesecake for dessert. All terrific. The chef came out and introduced himself to us and thanked us for dining there as did the owner. Very professionally run outfit. We will be back soon! read more

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Tasteless, unseasoned, bland. The shrimp was mushy and obviously frozen. The meatballs were dry, hard and impossible to swallow. I have dined here several times but I am always disappointed. Beautiful setting however. Maybe i will come back for a drink, but dinner? Pass. Not again. read more

Stopped in for dinner while on a day trip to Round Top. We felt super welcome the moment we walked in! Our server, McKenzie, was super friendly and made excellent recommendations from the menu. And she was an amazing bartender! Gino, the award winning chef, came out of the kitchen to greet us and sent us the soup of the day complements of him! The creamy mushroom soup was awesome as were our entrees. We had the branzino and sea bass. Delicious! Don't sleep on this place if you're in the area! Thanks again. We'll be back! read more

What a hidden gem in Round Top, Texas! The food is outstanding and the staff is friendly. They have a full bar and delicious food. Try the enchiladas and tacos if you go for lunch! read more

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The food and service were AMAZING! We had the Fish and Pork Chop and a bottle of Rose. What a treat!! We can't wait to go back. read more

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I seriously loved the ambiance and staff. Let me start by saying they were amazing. The three of us spent almost 5 hours there last Friday. But within 90 min of returning home the two of us that ate the seafood starters had the most violent food poisoning I've ever experienced. I tried calling and emailing from who was listed but I couldn't reach anyone. I ended up having to get two bags of fluids I threw up so badly for 12 hours. Just stear clear of anything that isn't cooked well. read more

Gourmet food without the "gourmet" attitude. I've read a lot of the reviews and I'd bet if you come with an attitude you will get an attitude back. Staff is always pleasant and attentive. However, you are eating wonderful food off of paper plates. Don't take it so seriously. Always enjoy going there and people watching while enjoying some great food. read more

DUO, the restaurant in Roundtop, just called the sheriff on us because we were eating too much food at the all you can eat buffet. I can't make this stuff up!! Now mind you, all they had left was beef fajitas for 5 TOTAL SERVINGS AND A BURGER! After a lengthy conversation with the sheriff and his deputy, we were told that we can never come back to the restaurant. Prior to the sherrif arriving, Paul Michael of Paul Michael Company --- who never introduced himself but is the owner --- proceeded to tell us that we took too much food! When we first arrived, I asked when does the buffet time end and the cashier said "soon". As soon as we got to the buffet line, the staff started taking food up. So, I started loading several plates because the staff wss literally picking up the food in the buffet line and throwing it in the trash. Did they intend to use the buffet line food again after being out several hours? The sheriff was very nice and was almost laughing because I asked him how he was going to write this report up. Paul Michael, please think twice before having another buffet that you don't want people to eat too much! Market Hill Round Top Duo at Market Hill Round Top read more

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Read previous reviews and decided to stop for lunch on our visit to Round Top. The restaurant is unusual in that it is located inside the Paul Michael Company antiques/home furnishings building. Tables and chairs one sits on are actually for sale, food is cooked behind a diner counter (location previously served as a PM Company cafeteria). Menu varies daily and is displayed on an electronic board. Flat rate $16 fetched one a house salad and an entree. We ordered the Kobe Burger with fries, chicken quesadilla, and vegetarian and mixed meat El Norte Taco plates. Portions were more than generous. Initially we were a bit skeptical as service related to drinks and the offerings themselves were a bit under par - later learned the restaurant is new and still settling in. And looking at the menu, wondered if we had made a mistake - "Tex-Mex" at $16 an entree? However, once the food arrived and we tasted it, our opinions changed drastically for the better! Food was nothing like the Tex-Mex we were used to in Houston...it was modern Mexican in character and composition; fresh, incredibly tasty, and unusual with welcome touches such as beautifully spiced fries, great dressing on the wonderfully tasty dishes, and superb homemade spicy habanero salsa (bought two quarts to take home). Service was friendly and superb...subsequently went over to compliment the Executive Chef/owner, Gino Llanes, and had a great chat with him about his background (he was head chef at Caracol in Houston) and his/his partner, Nate's journey to the present location. A wonderfully bold experiment by Gino and Nate, hoping it will thrive/prosper - restaurant has been open for 3 months and as things settle down, it should progress as a local landmark! Best wishes to Gino, Nate and the staff at Duo Modern! P.S. Squeaky clean and welcoming restrooms too! read more

The food is sub par and their staff is arrogant. For $25 you get a mediocre meal and with their Senior staff, you get tons of arrogance. There are several better choices in the area. read more

The food, presentation, and atmosphere were ALL beyond our expectations....and we are huge foodies! Chef Gino has a gift....and it is to make sure customers have a great experience! read more

Food and service was excellent as always but please do something about your ac. Couldn't stay a while and sit and enjoy the meal because it was just too hot. Will check before returning if in working order. Heard this has been a problem and not corrected for a while. read more

We had dinner Saturday evening for a special family occasion. It was awesome as always! The service was over the top! The chef and proprietor, Gino, who is super friendly, personally greeted us on arrival. Everything was great!! Can't say enough good. 5 stars are not enough for this place!! read more

One of the best brunches I have ever eaten. Reasonably priced. Service was excellent. The ambiance is perfect for Roundtop.

We enjoyed a couple of Bloody Marys and shared the tempura fish tacos for lunch. Hands down the best fish tacos, beans, and rice we've ever had. read more

Always great food, nice wine list w cocktails to boot. Management involved and always on the spot Menu changes every day. My favorite in Round Top. It's the best! Yep read more

This restaurant was beautiful and the food was amazing. I got the chicken quesadillas. Basic meal but it was delicious. The beans and rice that came with it were just ok. Lots of peppers in the beans. The service was just ok. Pretty slow and the waitress was also the bartender. She took our drink order and had to go make them before taking the food order. We were a bit annoyed but the food made up for that. Jacob helped us and also gave us the best recommendations for other restaurants and bars to visit. He said the brunch here is amazing and has bottomless mimosas. We may come back! read more

We live nearby in Ledbetter and we're excited to have a new place in the area. Unfortunately the service was awful and kitchen hit and miss. The salad that was supposed to have blue cheese and had none. We tried to flag someone dow to no avail (later the owner offered to bring some blue cheese with our entree - what am I going to do with that). When the owner brought our entrees I asked for a glass of wine that never came and had to go to the bar. Food is fine but service is the worst in Round Top (and that is saying something given how abrasive Armando is!). read more

I've been several times now - I love this place! Great atmosphere and it's full of locals every night. I have tried several salads, the red snapper and the beef short ribs. All have been outstanding! Nate and Gino have a great operation and a great staff! read more

We come here every week for date night and it's always a great time. The staff are what give this place its fun friendly atmosphere. The food is always great, but especially try any pasta on the menu. read more

Wow! Wow! Wow! The food, the team, the atmosphere - all exceed expectations. We enjoyed delicious mussels, refreshing salad, a chef surprise of fresh lobster ravioli, buttery sea bass & a customized pork chop with a side of lamb chops. The sauces were fresh & just completed the meal. Each dish was prepared with attention & heart. Gino & Nate & their team are so kind & really build relationships. The space is quite unique - very comfortable & cozy on a chilly winter evening. Highly recommend! read more

Oh my! What a incredible brunch. Every thing was outstanding. The tender pork with pozole, the eggs, the sausage and the beautiful fresh salads.J just to name a few of the delicious items offered. The ooey gooey chocolate cake to die for!! And you can't go wrong with the $18 bottomless mimosas. Be still my heart, I can't wait to go back. Do yourself a favor and get here as fast as you can. Excellent job to the entire crew at Duo!! Kudos to y'all. read more

The food and drinks are absolutely amazing! I had the Salmon and it was perfection! The spicy foo foo drink is a must too! read more

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The only thing that beats the food is the ambience and the teamwork of the owners working with the staff like a well oiled machine. On our recent trip we ate at Duo's 3 times! Each time the food was excellent, well prepared and presented and our waitresses Vivian and Alex were attentive but not overbearing. We were impressed that Nate not only greeted guests but was often seen clearing tables and serving dishes. The sea bass, branzino and soft shells were cooked to perfection and our fish tacos at lunch were as good as any we've ever had. We highly recommend Duo's both for the food and the overall experience. read more

Amazing dinner last night!! Nate & Gino truly make the best duo! The vibe is incredible, the food is amazing, and the drinks were great too! Oh, and the decor in the restaurant is for sale read more

We have enjoyed every meal. The food is delicious and consistent every time. The staff was attentive and friendly.

Brunch on Sunday at Duo is becoming a must and a staple for us. It's amazing and delicious! Bottomless mimosas! Fresh food! And dinner here is always a curated incredible menu. We love Duo! read more

Does not disappoint!!! Brought our artsy friend here to celebrate the big 5-0 and everything about this place hit home. Menu had something for everyone, large portions. Wine list was amazing, just like the vintage decor surrounding us. Wait staff was knowledgeable and helpful in decision making. We'll be back! read more