This is a gelato review only. I used to love their gelato but now it is full of ice crystals and…read moretastes old. It is not as fresh as it used to be Cute little store with Italian pastas and sauces and coffee. It's attached to the restaurant which I give 5 The service is always quick and the servers are knowledgeable. There are a few tables to sit outside but quite often in the sun.

I recently had lunch with my cousin at Napolis Italian Bistro. We both chose the side salad and…read morechicken marsala. Both were okay. Not the best meal ever, but certainly not the worse. Service was friendly and prices were fair.

Relaxed atmosphere, good beer, nice wine, and a comfortable place to unwind. It was surprisingly…read morelow-key, which isn't typical according to the reviews, but it was exactly what we needed.

We've been to Salado many times and this was our first visit here. This awesome wine bar is tucked…read moreaway just off of Main Street. When we walked into this place, they had a musician playing live music and the bartender greeted us. It is a really good wine selection and has an assortment of snacks if you need something to eat while you're sipping on your wine. Corey the bartender, gave us great service and was extremely friendly. We are completely blown away by this great little wine bar and we will be returning more often.!!

If I could give it more stars, I would. Brunch was delicious. The brunch burger was amazing. And my…read morehusbands tres leches French toast was delicious. Liz was our server and is fantastic. She makes an amazing Bloody Mary. Next time I'm trying the shrimp and grits. Definitely will be back for happy hour

We had a lovely time at Pinky's for their Halloween movie night. I love the girly decor and fun…read moredrinks. The bartenders were so sweet and friendly, and I really hope they get more business. Their happy hour runs on select days from 4-7pm. I got the Golden Girl cocktail, which was a very sweet butterscotch dessert drink. I ordered appetizers as well, and I wasn't as impressed with the selection as they were all very greasy, fried foods. I opted for the Mini Tacos and the Stick With Me mozzarella sticks. I was expecting normal tacos, but they were mini fried tacos. They do have plenty of other options on the main food menu, so I should order from there instead of the happy hour menu next time.

N/A Food 5/5 Service 5/5 Ambiance…read more Came to J Kowboy for a place to meet after dinner for a quiet place to talk with my date. PERFECT ambiance for this on a Saturday evening. We stayed about 2 hours. Owner/Host was super! Great music to chill by. Can't recommend enough!

They just opened! This is a laid back wine/beer establishment. They have comfortable communal…read moreseating, and outdoor seating when needed...no food, but they are next to a vietnamese restaurant and are happy to order and get for you. It smelt delicious, we didnt have time to partake. Wine Prices are comparable. Must visit!

My husband and I visited The Barton House last night for our anniversary dinner. 12 years, y'all!…read moreThe Barton House was the perfect atmosphere from the moment we entered. Our waitress was outstanding and shared the history of the location with us. She gave us great drink recommendations. The manager offered to let us have an anniversary dessert in the Speakeasy downstairs...it felt so cool to be whisked away to a private, members only, lounge for our final drinks and dessert. Thank you, Barton House, for a wonderful evening!

I came here for my birthday dinner, and while the food was good, the service and experience were a…read moreletdown. This restaurant is in a cute farmhouse, and we all got pasta dishes. The chicken fettuccine alfredo was a solid pasta and came in a large portion. I also got a glass of moscato. My friends enjoyed the chicken piccata, triple delight, and shrimp scampi. When I made a reservation over the phone and also when I arrived, I was told by the hostess that there would be something special done for the birthday occasion. I saw in other reviews that they give a small dessert with a message, but they did not do anything of the sort. Our server was extremely slow, and the birthday dessert never came. This was a huge disappointment when I specifically chose this restaurant to celebrate the occasion.

Really good burger. The beef and chicken shawarma was delicious. Recommend going. Really nice staff…read moretoo.

Don't let this small store fool you.... The food was delicious, well seasoned and perfectly cooked…read more I didn't get a picture, but they have the self serve beer tap which I thought was cool. The best part though.... The service. We had the privilege of being served by Becca. I don't know if I've ever met a happier person with such a beautiful personality. She made sure my buddies food was cooked properly because of a food allergy. She made a few wonderful suggestions to me and made sure I had all the sauces for my kabobs. She stopped by to make sure we were happy with everything a few times. She truly made the experience better a billion times over.

La Riv is a great dinner spot for a nicer, celebratory meal with family or friends with locations…read morein both Temple and Georgetown! It's pricey for the portion size but has nice menu offerings for an Italian steakhouse. It was nice to try but I don't plan on returning. NOTES: - Reservations: available online through OpenTable - Parking: free lot in front and next to the building - Happy hour: Tuesday to Friday from 4:00 - 6:00 pm - Closed Sunday and Monday THE HIGHS: - Beautiful interior and comfortable seating - Attentive servers and food comes out quickly - They will split salads for you which makes it easy to share - Wood fired pizza is AMAZING! - Chocolate cake for dessert... one of the best pieces I've ever had! THE LOWS: - Expensive for the portion size - Server was super friendly but she came to the table too often... it kept interrupting our conversation and she would ask how the food was before we had even taken a bite - Bucatini al' La Riv... the pasta was house made and cooked to a nice al dente but the dish lacked flavor and was very bland - Some of the menu items don't have prices listed (golden beets salad which was new and the chocolate cake slice which I think was a special) THE PRICE: Expensive for the portion size (good quality but not justified by the price) - Tea ($2.75) - Garlic ciabatta bread ($6) - Grilled wedge salad ($18) - Golden beefs salad ($18) - Pizza Bianca ($22) - Bucatini al' La Riv ($24) - Ravioli ($28) - Short rib pappardelle ($36) - 2 chocolate cake slices ($16 each) The total was $202.16 after tax ($15.41) but before tip. BEST BITES: - Chocolate cake (moist, fudgey, and rich in all the best ways) - Pizza Bianca (delicious sourdough crust with wood fired char, fresh ingredients, and the perfect size for a meal or sharing as an appetizer) - Garlic ciabatta bread (getting 4 pieces for $6 feels like a steal compared to some of the other menu items... it was a perfect appetizer to share) THE VERDICT: This was my first visit to La Riv and I enjoyed my meal overall. We were celebrating my mom's birthday and there was no acknowledgement... I kind of wish they had made the dinner feel a little more special. With how expensive it is, I don't think I'll be returning and probably would only recommend it to others if they really want to splurge and don't have any other options.

Upscale Italian dining which is a rare find in Temple/Belton. Almost the same as their location in…read moreGeorgetown, a bit smaller. Easy parking off West Adams. Service was nice and attentive. The food was fabulous. Highly recommend the ravioli which is made fresh in house. We added salmon to the ravioli order. Salmon was a nice thick cut and not overcooked. Polenta was creamy and savory. The pizza is rustic style and such a treat. I was surprised the Caesar salad didn't come with anchovies as most upscale restaurants serve it like this. I did not care for the spice on the broccolini - I was not expecting it. The broccolini has a beautiful smoky charred flavor with pine nuts and they put some sort of spicy chili oil on it that I found distracting. Great wine list and cocktails but I wish they could expand their wine by the glass menu. Hopefully they offer a rotating seasonal menu because it seems they keep the menu pretty tight, which is ok with me as long as they change it up a couple times a year.

Delightful winery with generous sampling,exquisite gifts and souvenirs to fit the budget. The…read morestaff was so helpful please check them out you will enjoy the stop.

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.

What a wonderful place to enjoy a delicious dining experience and a fine glass of wine following a…read morebig win by the Baylor Bears football team! Chef Blaine visited us table side and even offered something unexpected for my meal. Try the Shishito peppers and Chinese sausage appetizer! The Rigatoni Alla vodka with shrimp as the protein was wonderfully prepared and tasted so good. Caesar salad was cool and crisp with a special homemade dressing that was the perfect compliment. Finishing things we shared the unique take on Bread pudding with a caramelized molasses and vanilla topping. A secret recipe of Chef Blaine. Give this young talented Chef a chance. You will not be disappointed!

Blaine's is a beautiful restaurant with a great atmosphere. The music provided by Tram Kelly and…read morePat McKee was outstanding and added significantly to the evening. Presentation of the dishes was attractive and thoughtful, and we were pleased with our wine selections. We started by sharing the poblano corn chowder. Unfortunately, the dominant impression was salt. The soup was more of a brown, creamy sauce with chicken and corn than the aromatic, herb-forward poblano chowder I was expecting. Beyond the saltiness, there wasn't much depth or complexity of flavor. For entrées, we ordered the steak and the ahi tuna tomahawk. Both were visually impressive, but once again the overwhelming characteristic was salt. The tuna may have had a hint of tarragon, but it was difficult to appreciate much else. The steak was exceedingly salty--surprisingly so, even for someone who is not shy about using salt. Service was courteous but somewhat inattentive and slower than expected. At this price point, I would have hoped for more attentive service and a broader range of flavors rather than repeated assaults on the sodium receptors. One final curiosity: water was served in what appeared to be small jelly jars, which felt a bit odd given the otherwise upscale presentation. Overall, Blaine's gets good marks for ambiance, presentation, wine, and especially the live music. Unfortunately, the kitchen's heavy-handed use of salt overshadowed much of the meal. With more restraint in seasoning and a bit more attention to service, this could be an exceptional dining experience.

Awesome ambiance but the drinks are overpriced for what you get...a glass filled with a large ice…read moreball. Make it worth the price and people will come. Drink was good but hardly anything in the glass.

Man what a really cool place, hidden in plain sight in Belton. I love how you have to "work" to get…read moreto this place. Google will get you into the right area, but you'll have to go through a pizza joint's seating area and head towards the big painting to access the entrance. What a cool experience! Walking in, you're immediately transported to a dark, eerie and ominous yet welcoming room. A full bar on the left? Bookstore with seats on the right? Wow yes please! I went to visit the bar and was impressed by its selective, but adequate spread of options. I ordered a summer spritz and went to go look at the books available. I love how they section off into the different genres while adequately having a good seating area. If you're in the area to explore, this place is it for some good reads and studying. Nice dark but appropriately enhanced environment for some quiet time!