The first ever Oktoberfest Wylie was a success! Vendors, local food booths and food truck from…read moreChitos, Good Neighborhood Brewery, and Landon Winery. I didn't have a lot of time to spend as I have another place to be but managed to try Landon Winery's Riesling and Good Neighbor's brew. What all the success, I'm expecting a bigger Coke out for next year. I can't wait to be back!

I went to Rockwall TX for a work trip and wanted lunch during my time in between hotels. I saw this…read morebrewery on my maps and decided to give it a try! Lots of parking available and walking up to the front door you get a very lush/green, west coast vibe. The building is modern with tons of indoor and outdoor seating space. The glass walls looking into the brewery, the ceiling wood pattern to depict the lighthouse on the lakefront and the local, artist made, characters for each beer are just a few of the details that stood out to me at this business. With so much space it was a bummer to see it dead on a Tuesday afternoon but I saw that they have weekly events to enjoy, Tuesday is trivia night! The guy behind the bar and owner, Cory, was a very laid back and friendly fella. We chatted about how he got the place started, the roadblocks of running a brewery vs a winery or a brew pub. He gave me good food and drink recs for other local places on the square. He also created the menu. The sunset tacos and fries were delicious! I tried the blonde ale and also got a Flight; blonde, Mexican lager, lager, ipa, hazy pale ale. I was also able to taste the in house made seltzers. I had the blue/lemonade and Hawaiian seltzers. Overall, I had a great dining experience and made a new friend in Texas. I highly recommend this small business. Supporting local gives businesses more opportunities to provide additional options to customers. You could absolutely do a date night, girls night or have a birthday party here.

Location South of the 66 and north of the 30/67 in Rockwall…read more Just off S. Goliad. Parking Large lot Atmosphere Brewery-backyard party. Beautiful magnolia lined terraces, another outdoor patio, inside-very clean-you can see/tour the brewery. Stage for live music Seating Huge bar, large high top tables fro groups, outdoor terrace couches, inside couches, patio with high tops. Menu 25 beers on tap(no IPA on this visit), cocktails, wine ( no cabernet on this visit). The Sauvignon blanc was so good I wanted a growler to take home but they do not have that-just whats in the to-go fridge, which had a limited selection. The steak salad was great-lots of steak and sliced grape tomatoes, not much arugula but tasty. Summary Amazing brewery! Great atmosphere, outstanding service-one point off for not having our top choices or growlers. Recommended it to others already! Can't wait to return for another visit and tour!

No fuss, easy parking, easy going, with basic menu of comfort food groups, beer on tap, wine,…read morecocktails, and big sceens all over. Staff is helpful, laid-back, and stress-free. If you are thirsty or hungry, or BOTH, they will hook you up. If you want to chill with 1 beer, that's cool too. Indoor & outdoor seating. The outdoor patio is open to the north with a big shade tree, and big screen tv's. I had the shrimp poboy which was basic, but decent (you can get Buffalo sauce style) with shoestring sweet potato fries which were awesome. The Santa Fe Chicken sounded interesting. I had Lakewood Brewing "Goddess hazy IPA" 6.7% with a fruity zest... then a Texas brand IPA named for an actor "McConahaze" 6.5% which was hazy & skunky tasting Yum!

A small place with a nice outdoor area which we will try when it is not 100 plus degrees. The…read moreservice provided by Mason was great and they have a great beer selection. If I had one complaint it would be the plastic pint glasses. I'm just not a big fan of plastic glasses. Other than that it was a great place that we will be going to on a regular basis. We didn't eat but the food looked great.

**Disappointing Experience at Hermann Marshall**…read more I attended a private event at Hermann Marshall on August 16th, held in their private party room. This was my third time attending a private event at Hermann Marshall, and unfortunately, it was the first time I experienced what I felt was inconsistent and disappointing service. As part of the event, the host offered complimentary mixed drinks served by Hermann Marshall staff. My server was Mary Ann, who I understand is married to the manager/owner. Mary Ann initially served me one complimentary Old Fashioned, which, as usual, was very good. About an hour later, I returned to the bar for another. At that point, Mary Ann placed her hand over the Old Fashioned dispenser and told me they were no longer serving complimentary drinks because the prepaid limit had been reached. She then told me I could purchase one if I wanted another drink. I had no issue with purchasing a drink, so I got my debit card and purchased a smoked Old Fashioned. What I found confusing, however, was that there appeared to be a significant amount of the premixed Old Fashioned remaining in the dispenser. Approximately an hour later, while getting food near the bar, I saw Mary Ann serve another attendee an Old Fashioned from the same container she had previously told me was no longer available for complimentary drinks. I asked Mary Ann why I had been charged for my drink while another attendee was still receiving complimentary Old Fashioneds. Her response was unclear, but she ultimately told me that if I wanted another drink, I would need to pay for it. From what I observed, however, other attendees were continuing to receive complimentary Old Fashioneds within the limit established by the party host. What made the situation particularly disappointing was not having to pay for a drink--I was perfectly willing to do that--but rather the inconsistent treatment and lack of transparency regarding how the complimentary drinks were being distributed. I have been a consistent patron of Hermann Marshall, attending Tuesday Bingo nights, happy hours, and other events, and I have also brought friends with me. Unfortunately, this experience left me feeling uncomfortable and disappointed, particularly given the circumstances surrounding the event. I believe all guests should receive consistent and transparent service, regardless of who they are. Based on this experience, I will no longer be supporting Hermann Marshall or recommending HM to friends. I hope management takes this feedback seriously, as this was a very different experience from the positive experiences I've had at Hermann Marshall in the past.

Love, love, love this bar. The atmosphere is awesome and always such a great place to hang out…read more They have my absolute favorite espresso martini -- I seriously compare every other one I try to this place, and nothing ever measures up. One of the best parts is the music level. It's fun and sets the mood, but it's not so loud that you can't actually have a conversation. Being able to bring in your own food is also a huge bonus and makes the experience even better. Definitely one of our favorite spots.

Food was ok, but the bartender (Alex) was phenomenal! She was patient and very attentive! Loved her!read more

Food was good. Service was good. Ambiance was good. Will try something else next time.read more

Loved this place so much I came back two weekends in a row! I first came last weekend with my…read moregirlfriends and had a great experience. The food was delicious and our waitress, Olivia, gave us excellent service. I enjoyed it so much that I brought my husband back this weekend, and once again, everything was great. Our server Sarah was so sweet, attentive, and accommodating. Great food and consistently great service. We'll definitely be back!

My husband discovered Wade's Landing by chance. He happened to be driving by and noticed the new…read morerestaurant. It was the valet service that caught his eye and peaked his interest that it might be a place we would enjoy. The inside of the restaurant is decorated simply, yet nicely, in warm, welcoming colors. The staff is primarily made up of respectful young people who have been trained well in customer service. They were a bit understaffed on a Sunday afternoon, which made service a little slow, but we were in no hurry and I completely know what it's like to work with not enough people, so I have no complaints about that, although there were several tables near us that weren't happy about the slow service. We got cocktails to start and they were good. I wanted the cocktail with the peanut butter tequila, but they ran out of the tequila, which was a little off putting, but The Grind and Day Drinking were suitable options. We ordered the deviled eggs appetizer and the presentation was lovely. I appreciated the smooth texture of the yolked stuffing, but there was absolutely no flavor to it. No seasoning at all. It did have a tasty bacon jam garnish, which helped, but I definitely wouldn't order them again. I ordered the chicken and waffles. The food looked tantalizing enough, the chicken was fried well with a good crispy batter and a moist center. But again, the flavor was lacking. A little seasoning would've made all the difference. The waffle was okay. My husband had the French toast, which was a little soggy, but he said it was good. We will give it a little time, let them work out the kinks, and we may try Wade's Landing again...maybe for Happy Hour or dinner.

If you're in Rockwall and deciding where to go, The Downing makes it easy. It is truly a GEM…read more The cocktails are always on point--this time I tried the coconut mint margarita and it did not disappoint. They even have great mocktail options, which I love when you want the experience without the alcohol. The most unique one that I've tried is the Pho Ya - it's Pho inspired and actually delicious. Cocktails and the menu are seasonal so you always get surprises. My favorite food options are the Salmon Poke, Beef & Rice Bowl, and the mussels. What really sets this place apart is the people- starting with the owners. The servers actually remember you, the owners are intentional about creating a unique, welcoming space, and you can tell they genuinely care about the community and giving back. The whole team feels connected--you can see they truly enjoy working together. And the vibe? Cozy in the best way. The patio feels like you're hanging out at home, just with better drinks and food. It's the kind of place you keep coming back to--and recommending to everyone.

Another year, another visit. This place never disappoints. It is always lively, welcoming, and…read morecomfortable. It's the perfect mix of casual and upscale, if that makes sense. The service for me is that of a Michelin star as well as the flavor profiles they can pack into their food. This will always be a must-visit, and the el jefe cubano is spot on! Best Cuban sandwich I've had in Texas. If you haven't been and you're local, you must come, and if you are just passing, it is a must-try.

I met a friend from West Texas there, her suggestion! The…read morehostess was very friendly and accommodating. We were seated promptly! Logan, our server was amazing! Our entre was delicious, steak salad! Steak cooked to perfection! Logan kept our water glasses full, our drinks were nice n cold! The ambiance was very pleasant! Strongly recommend and it goes with out saying we will be back ! 5 stars!

Dined alone for an early dinner at 5:15. I had the pork belly sushi roll, wedge salad, crispy…read morecauliflower and a cup of butternut squash soup. Pork belly roll was ok but for $18 put decent piece of pork belly on it! See pic, even the bigger pieces were tiny. Quality control and consistency would help the back of the house. If you're low on pork belly better not to serve it like that. I wouldn't order it again. The wedge salad and soup were outstanding. Crispy cauliflower is misnamed, not crispy and were served just about raw. I wouldn't order this again either. A bit pricy for an app, salad, side and a cup of soup, $53 plus tip $63 total. Dining room was attractive and clean. Service was pleasant and prompt.

2/23/24: This was my first visit and I was impressed by the variety of beer and wine available…read more There were some very unique wines available. Customer service was great. The staff was personable and they maintained a list of customer requests. They will attempt to obtain what their customers are requesting.

Awesome selection of craft beers! This place has been our go-to beer store after discovering it a…read morefew weeks ago. They carry a huge rotating selection of beers from tons of breweries near and far. I love that I can be confident they'll get all the Tupps Full Grown and DDH variants. They also keep the best selection of True Vine beers that I've found in DFW. Absolutely worth a follow on Instagram as they regularly post their new inventory!