Found a really cute spot tucked away in Round Top…read more You walk in through this green courtyard with fire pits and chairs and it kind of forces you to slow down for a second before going inside which I actually loved. Just felt calm right away. Inside is super open with really tall ceilings. There's a small bar upstairs they call a speakeasy... it's not really hidden since you can see it from downstairs, but it's still a nice little vibe. Drinks were really good too. They stay pretty busy, but service didn't miss a beat. Food came out looking good and actually tasted just as good. Always a win. Only thing is when it gets packed, it does get pretty loud, especially upstairs at the bar. So just something to keep in mind depending on the vibe you're going for. And honestly, the fire pits outside were probably my favorite part. Perfect spot to sit and hang out for a bit. If you're in Round Top, it's definitely worth checking out.

We ate here 3 days in a row, and every time it was perfect. Super consistent…read more Fantastic food, fantastic drinks. Food came out very effeciently and cooked perfectly. Only place we will eat lunch!!

For our last day in Round Top, we stopped in at the Stone Cellar for a quick bite to eat. The venue…read moreis actually split into two places, the Stone Cellar and Jon Perez Lounge. The Stone Cellar is to the left and from there you can just order the food from the counter, whereas the lounge you will get table service. Given that this place also hosts live music, trying it out during the day when there wasn't a band (or crowds) made for an enjoyable lunch outing. I would say the menu has pub/bar fare and given that we were both craving pizza and a hamburger, we decided to order one of each to split. The staff also mentioned the Fried Gouda Bites are popular, so we opted for those as well. Let's start with the latter - the Fried Gouda bites were amazing, everything you could expect from freshly deep-fried cheese, decadent and tasty, these are a must order. For the burger, we ordered The Standard, and as the name suggests, their standard burger (I call these "diner-style") and my brother and I both agreed - this is damn near the perfect burger and the best one I've had in quite some time. It was just the perfect amalgamation meat, condiments, and sauce, with a delicious bun holding it all in together. Finally, the margarita pesto pizza was also great - crispy thin crust and just the right amount of cheese and sauce. So, don't overlook the Stone Cellar as a place to go see some live music, it has some amazingly delicious food as well. We will be back next year.

Staying nearby for a mother daughter weekend and we chose stone cellar for our first dinner. It was…read moreonly Thursday, so there was no live music, but the place was spacious in a big cool barn type building with awesome wall decor, a huge counter where you order and lots of tables on the outside patio. Greeted with a smile and took our order, paid and got a number to take to our table. I had the fish taco special and it was cooked perfectly. We also had the cowgirl junky thin pizza which hit the spot. Each of us got the lavender ranch water which was refreshing and flavorful. Can't wait to explore more and maybe hear some music this weekend.

Thumbs Up: This is the perfect spot to relax if you're over shopping, but your partner is still…read moregoing 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.

I've only been to Duo Modern for brunch, and it was a great experience…read more 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.

Good service, funky ambience, tasty food. Great selection of…read morehomemade pies. A Round Top tradition for many years.

Ate there twice in consecutive days with my family of seven and everyone loved the food, the…read moreservice, and the funky decor. I had the Grilled Shrimp BLT both days, the most unusual sandwich I have ever had and certainly one of the best! Highly recommended! Expect a line on weekends unless you arrive at 11 or 11:30.

This was the perfect place for us as a family of three enjoying some time off together. There was…read morejust the right amount of noise and space--the overall atmosphere and décor balanced each other really well. We were greeted by a waitress who was very friendly and helpful, which made the experience even better. It's a true hole-in-the-wall spot located in a very cute part of town in Brenham. The food was delicious and the portions were very generous. I will definitely be back and highly recommend this place.

One of the only restaurants that decided to stay opened on NYE. We have two places we always go and…read morethe we're both closed. Saw that an old Taco places had people sitting down and eating so we gave it ago. The owner was super friendly and sat us without a reservation. When I say surprised, cheated and floored that we didn't notice the change in restaurants in the year and a half they've been opened! The servers were first off some of the kindest ones. Each of them that came to our table we're awesome. This old lady didn't catch the name to our server, but he deserves extra points for answering all my questions and allowing me to take menus back to the hotel I work at! My hubby and I weren't starving and we decided to share a small plate and one main dish. The Mozzarella Tartine had an excellent taste. N ended to be less charred. A bit difficult to cut into with a butter knife. The Steak Frites my friends was one of our top favorite piece of steak we have had since moving to Texas 26 years ago!! We could cut the meat with our forks. The fries were perfectly seasoned and crisp and that aioli -- I will take a bottle! Restaurant had perfect lighting and truly classy looking decor. This is a place you need to bring your significant other or best friend and enjoy. We were told that their lunch menu basically stays the same, but their dinner and brunch menu change on occasion and last night was obviously their special occasion menu.

This Distillery is located in Downtown Bastrop area and is a great bar to have amazing drinks and…read moreenjoy a good cigar with friends. The place has inside and outside seating and the atmosphere has a rustic vibe to it. There is a small stage for live music and I recommend the various selections of Old Fashions at the Cigar Bar. The customer service is great and the business is always clean. So if you are looking for a great spot for drinks and good quality time then look no further.

Driving back from a family weekend and needed to get out of the car and stretch our legs. Bastrop…read moreis such a fun little town for a walk about. I was pleasantly surprised to see this place open on Easter Sunday so we popped in! Great spot! Friendly staff! Cozy little outdoor patio with rocking chairs! We didn't see have any food here, but a nice little taster of bevvies it the flight! Highly recommend you check it out!

We found this amazing speakeasy to celebrate our 27th anniversary and when I say we found a hidden…read moregem wow! This place is located in Montgomery technically but is right next to Conroe you can see the lake driving up it was so beautiful. It's a prohibition style speakeasy with the hidden door and the ambiance is so beautiful inside with an amazing bar and just a great vibe. We loved how the waitresses were dressed in dresses from the time it was so classy and fun. And we went on a night they had live music and it was sooo good. Now let's talk about the drinks there were so many choices of cocktails bourbon whiskey you name it. I let the waitress pick mine it was something with pear and it was yummy. We both loved our drinks. My husband loved his old fashion. The food was absolutely delicious we enjoyed the crab toast and lamb lollipop and the Chilean sea bass which were all to die for. Oh and Lavendar creme brûlée for dessert. We met Rob and his wife the owners who are the nicest people and now we can't wait to come back with friends to salsa night. If you're looking for a nice dinner spot with great drinks food and music on certain nights just the best service you have to come try this location you won't be disappointed. It made our anniversary special.

We went here with high hopes, seeing a rating of 4.8. Let me tell you, this place is overpriced…read morefor the food served and the ambiance. Our waitress was admittedly new, but when our food arrived an hour and a half later, it was so disappointing. Three of us ordered ribeyes, and none of them were cooked to our order; plus, they were charred on the bottom & sides. The wagyu burger was burned as well. We also ordered a bottle of wine, but the first 3 choices were out of stock!? Really? Our choice was to jump into a $60.00 or $80.00 bottle. The service team never checked in on how our food tasted or how we were doing. It's like they knew that they ruined our dinner and experience. About this, they call it a speakeasy because the doorway is a bookcase that is as obvious as the nose on your face. The dude hosting the stand at the door, did not even ask if we enjoyed ourselves. For these prices, they should be ashamed of the food they served us. Seriously! Do not waste a dime here. I am making sure everyone I know does not make the mistake we did.

We visited Prohibition ATX and loved our experience! Although it took us about 5 minutes to find…read morethe entrance, once we did, we were glad we made the effort. The atmosphere is very relaxed and cozy/fun. The bartenders were very helpful and the drinks were delicious. I highly recommend the old fashioned!

I am a sucker for a speakeasy when it is done right. I love the idea of being somewhere that not…read moreeveryone knows about. It feels like an IYKYK atmosphere. Located off Anderson Mill in the corner of a strip mall is a bookshelf with a door on the right side. If you cannot figure out the entrance, there is a doorbell to ring as well. I believe it is owned by the same people who own The Mill bar right next door, which makes it feel like a cool bonus space. My friend and I sat next to a faux fireplace, where we were greeted by the only bartender working and placed our order. Once he opened the tab, it was disappointing that he never came back to check if we wanted another drink. It wasn't super busy on the Monday we went, but since he was the only one manning the bar, the bartender was always doing something, so I don't blame him fully for not checking back in with us. I ordered a drink called the Velvet Vice. It looked nothing like the picture and tasted similar to an Aviation cocktail with egg whites. I happened to really like it. It is a very relaxed space, but once the speakeasy gimmick wears off, it does not have much else going for it. It is still a cool place, but I am not sure it was worth the lengthy drive to get there. RIYL: A bar hidden behind a bookshelf

The wife and I were in Brenham for a day of checking out some antique shops. After some shopping…read moreand a bite at Must Be Heaven, I wanted to check out Brown Water. Upon entry, very surprised. That 1st smell of a good cigar bar is awesome. It's way bigger than it appeared from the street. I wondered into one of the two walk in humidors as the wife headed to the bar for a glass of wine. I selected a few Rocky Patels and then got me a rum n coke. I passed on lighting a stick up as I knew we wouldn't be there that long. Visited with the owner, who helped me select some of the sticks I selected. Nice guy. The wife and I had a good time. Next time I'll plan for a longer visit. Later.

My wife and I attended the Maifest parade this morning, and some people neatly put out chairs and…read moreblankets for the children to sit on while the parade was to be going by them. The shopkeeper came out with a sandwich board and told the people that they had to move down the sidewalk so that he could put out his signage. He was not conducting business during the parade. He was just out there, puffing on his cigar. Why couldn't he have waited until after the parade was over to put out his signage that advertised cheap cigarettes boxes?!