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    HONDO'S ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Live music
    Good for dancing

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    Macey M.

    Ambiance: Rustic restaurant in Fredericksburg with a charming patio area - we chose Hondo's because they are dog friendly! The patio area was kept extremely clean and the fans actually made it bearable to sit outside for lunch at 11am in August (impressive!) They were setting up for live music and the service was fast. Enjoyed the quesadillas and loved the curly fries. Street parking out front, pet friendly, and a chill spot to eat after perusing Main Street.

    Chilling to live acoustic music
    Steph B.

    Hondo's is a five. They have hot cheesy Tex-Mex as it should be, live music and dynamo cocktails. The pineapple infused marg is alike the pangalatic something or other brain smasher Douglas Adam's describes in his Hitchhiker series. Olde Irish Proverb "you aren drinking all day unless you start before lunch. Hondos is so inclined. I'm a fan of live acoustic music and there's plenty of that here today. Tones of Jonny Cash, John Melancamp and such like. Very nice- the crowd is clapping between songs. Update: Pan Galactic Gargle Blaster is considered by the Hitchhiker's Guide To The Galaxy to be the "best drink in existence". While almost impossible to make on planet Earth, its effects really are similar to "having your brains smashed in by a slice of lemon wrapped round a large gold brick."

    Smokehouse Salad and fries
    Andrew G.

    Hondo's is exactly what you'd expect. An open, outdoor seating area and live music add to the ambience. The counter service is a nice touch for a quick ordering. We had a well-balanced meal of fries and salad, lol. Nothing over the top, but a nice meal as always at Hondo's.

    Live music !
    Gabriela Z.

    The food was delicious-- Tex-Mex meets classic American bar type food. The matchsticks and queso were standout appetizers, some of the best I've had. The margarita was also delicious. The staff was incredibly friendly! There are both indoor and outdoor seating plus live music, overall a great vibe!

    Bryana R.

    indoor and outdoor venue and is self service restaurant. i got the chicken sandwhich and curly fries and really enjoyed it. It's a LOT OF BREADING and very little chicken. made it seem bigger than what it is. regardless i left full and satisfied. my bf got a chicken fried chicken and he didn't like it that much bc its more breading than chicken. next time he's gonna swap the side out instead of mashed potatoes.

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    Troy B.

    Nice place to hang out on Main Street in Fredericksburg, with outdoor seating and live music. The food is decent, though about what you would expect from a tourist-focused spot. Overall, it's a fun little place to relax, enjoy the atmosphere, and spend some time downtown.

    Texas Fried Chicken
    Jamie A.

    This spot came highly recommended from friends of ours on our trip to Fredericksburg! It's super casual, but the food is delicious! Portions are huge and if you're looking for a hefty dinner after wineries all day, this is your spot! The live music is also a nice touch! We were here in July so it was hot out but once the sunset it was pretty nice! We had the chicken fried steak and the fried chicken and both were delicious! Both were fried great and super tender! We'll definitely have to be back to try some of the other items on the menu!

    Enchiladas?
    Natalie R.

    If there is one thing you shouldn't do in this life, it's get the "enchiladas" from Hondos. Also my sandal broke in the restaurant. Bad omen. The BURGER WITH CURLY FRIES HOWEVER WAS SOMETHING SERIOUS. I ate it so fast i couldn't even get a picture.

    Morgan W.

    Hondo's is super casual, so come as you are. You can tell everyone (including the locals) enjoy this place. Parking was pretty easy on the side street nearest. There's a lot of indoor and outdoor seating. My friends and I went in mid-May, and it was already getting pretty warm. So, we were seated at a table inside. I found it to be pretty warm inside. The doors are kept wide open and I think that might've been the only air circulating. The space gives a nice Texas, country feel with lots of pictures on the wall. There was live music to enjoy, as well. Although you're seated, it's pretty casual in that you go to the bar to order your food and drinks. They'll give you a buzzer and you get your food from a pick up window inside. We really enjoyed our food and drinks. I can't remember the drink I had but it was strong and pineapple. I remember the pineapples being soaked in the alcohol as the selling point for me. We ordered a burger to split, curly fries covered in pulled pork and goodness, and queso with steak. Loved all of these but the queso was really more than I expected and it got cold fast. So eat it fast. All the portions were actually huge. I really liked Hondo's and would go back (earlier or later in the year).

    Courtney B.

    Came here during Oktoberfest on a Saturday early afternoon and was seated right away on the open patio area. Live music was nice and the ceiling fans above the outside tables was much appreciated. We stuck w appetizers and margaritas and had a great time overall! Definitely would be back to try more items and the atmosphere.

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    Quaint old saloon. Blue ribbon burger was decent. My wife enjoyed the smokehouse salad. Beergarden outside was pleasant.

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    Best margarita in town! Live music in the courtyard. It's a very kickback place. Highly recommend.

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    Food was great, self service was awesome. Live music was an added bonus. We'd definitely go here again

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    3 months ago

    Sunday hours say close at 8:00 got there at 7:50 kitchen already closed!! They had plenty of customers so they had not been slow

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    I like the self service concept. Great selection of beers and food was good. Good place to chill for a casual meal.

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    4 months ago

    Failed to mention anywhere that the entire kitchen is closed wouldn't have wasted a 3/4 mile walk down here for half ass margaritas

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    The CLUB at Barons CreekSide

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    Came in was greeted warmly by Mathew. Was very amicable charming and was very informative. The…read moreplace has charm and a peel. Tried the chacoteare board was appetizing. Must try when in this neck of the woods.

    So I would give them a 3.5 if allowed but can't give a 4. We are staying on the property so we…read moredecided to try the Club which is the on-site restaurant. The staff were very friendly so no issues there. We went in on a Friday at 6:00 pm and were the only ones dining. Shortly after one other couple came in. Not sure if it's this dead because summer is over or because it was a hot day but we were surprised how empty it was for a Friday evening. The menu itself isn't bad. No appetizers on the menu but a decent selection of entrees so no issues there. I order the NY strip with grilled Brussel sprouts and garlic mashed potatoes. I'll start with the positive - the steak was ordered medium-rare and it was cooked perfectly. Unfortunately, there was just very very little flavor or seasoning to the steak - it wasn't bad but I wouldn't order it again. The Brussel sprouts were huge - and I expected they would be 'hard' in the center (as often happens with larger Brussel sprouts) but I was pleasantly surprised that they were perfectly cooked and tender. Unfortunately they were also very under seasoned. One of them had an oil or seasoning on it and it was delicious but the rest had none and lacked flavor. The garlic mashed potatoes were the highlight! Potato skins in them; nice rich and smooth texture and perfectly flavored. Best part of the meal! We also tried the steak tacos which had thin strips of steak in corn tortillas with corn, a sauce and cilantro and came with black beans and rice. The strips of steak were excellent - slightly charred (perfectly) on the outside and flavorful. The sauce had a wonderful flavor to it. The tortillas were very soft and moist. The tacos were very good. The black beans were black beans and the rice was rice - neither were bad and neither were great - no special flavor. Would we come back? If we were staying at the property again we might go back. The convenience is their main selling point. That said, Main Street in Fredericksburg with literally dozens of restaurants is only 3 minutes away. If The Club could 'up' their seasoning, they would certainly be worthy of 4 stars.

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    Another awesome sunset at The Club!

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    Crossroads Saloon and Steakhouse

    3.3(666 reviews)
    0.0 mi
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    Went here to celebrate hubbys birthday. It was a very disappointing experience. Our waitress was…read morepolite and sparse but not friendly and talkative like the other waitresses around us. First course was crab lobster cakes. They looked over cooked but tasted pretty good. Next I had the French onion soup. It smelled of burnt cheese when they put it in front of me. But once I got passed that, the souo was good. Hubby enjoyed his cesar salad. I ordered surf and turf with risoto and broccolini. The bacon wrapped shrimp was also very charred and steak was very very salty. It was however cooked to order. If you like a lot of salt then you may like it. The risoto and broccolini were good. Hubbys rib eye was rare (mooing) just like he likes it. He enjoyed the seasonal vegetables and garlic mashed potatoes. Desert is made to order so it took about 30 minutes after order to get it. But it was worth it! The wild blueberry pie was the best part of the meal. It was a large handpie stuffed with these flavorful wild blueberries and ice cream on the side. We were full but managed to eat the whole thing! 8'oclock is when the music starts in the saloon. If you want a nice quiet romantic dinner then definitely go before 8. The music was very loud. In the saloon it was way too loud so we didn't stay for the band.

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    Crossroads Saloon and Steakhouse - Bar part of restaurant stays open till 11pm, while restarant closes at 9pm.

    Bar part of restaurant stays open till 11pm, while restarant closes at 9pm.

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    1.9(11 reviews)
    2.6 mi

    I attended the Cody Jinks concert at The Backyard Amphitheater just outside Fredericksburg and had…read morea great time. I purchased one of the VIP packages and they delivered on everything advertised. They had a designated VIP: entrance to avoid the lines; a high-rise section overlooking the stage; a private bathroom; and a dedicated bar with wait service. This venue is new so everything is in good condition and the staff were all friendly. I look forward to coming back for other shows.

    Hmm. This is just an outdoor concert venue. The theme here is disorganization and chaos. Parking…read moreis on the grass but is uneven enough to be prohibitive for anything other than SUVs and trucks. If you drive a car, forget it. The lines to get in were ridiculously long and slow moving. There were three entry "lanes", none of which was marked. Like stupid lemmings everyone gets into the longest line. We got checked in but did not receive appropriate wrist bands for our seating area. So, wifey and I had to trek back separately to get them. Signage is non-existent. Staff are unmotivated and not helpful. Seating, view and sound were actually very good. Prices for drinks are typical for such venues. For such a divey place, it was (somewhat) impressive to see actual liquor bottles. We opted for a couple of mixed drinks, which were good. Wifey had to use the outhouse, which is every woman's nightmare. No toilet paper, no paper towels. Yuck. Overall, this is on our no-fly-zone list. Unless it's a must-see artist, we'll not return.

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    Cody Jinks in concert

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    Me at the entrance

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    Barons CreekSide

    4.9(136 reviews)
    2.0 mi

    This place was the highlight of our trip. I wanted to get away from the city life while not…read morecompromising my amenities. Baron's Creekside was perfect. My wife expects 5 star resorts and she said this place exceeded the typical 5 star experience. The bedding, linens, amenities were awesome. They had live music and great food and drink options at the head cabin. Every cabin felt private and unique and the babbling creek and ponds along the Creekside were so relaxing to sit by with lots of Adirondack chairs overlooking the creek and rocking chairs on the cabin porches. We also chose this place because they allowed my Australian Shepard to come (only some cabins). The whole experience was amazing and only a 5 minute drive to the main strip. Don't miss a tour of Signor Vineyards, a 10 minute drive West. The most beautiful vineyard and cool experience!

    After arriving on a Sunday evening and finding a VRBO that was not cleaned and not as advertised,…read morewe desperately searched for pet-friendly lodging for our week-long trip. After finding a couple of places closed, we called Barons Creekside. Best thing we ever did! We spoke to Lasca, who was actually out with her family for dinner Despite this, she got us set up in the cutest farmhouse, gave us directions and instructions to get in, and after her dinner was over, she stopped by to check if we needed anything. The excellent service did did not stop there. We were treated like family, and we really enjoyed walking the beautiful, scenic grounds and hanging out at "The Club" on property! Next time we go to Fredericksburg, we know where we will stay - at Barons Creekside!

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    4.2(222 reviews)
    0.6 mi
    •$$

    I fell in love with this spot instantly. The vibes were chill and the variety of wines were…read moreunmatched.The service was top notch. I tried several different options and relaxed on the patio. The band playing was setting a fun, funky vibe, and the crowd was getting down. This place proves you can have classy and a bit wild at the same time. I loved the little lounge areas with vintage chairs and beautiful decor. Word of mouth gets around fast, and I see why my neighbor keeps inviting me to this spot. She has good taste and knows where to go drama free. This is a great spot for females to feel safe to go solo or bring your crew. The surrounding customers and staff were friendly and fun. I will return soon and try out some other options.

    If you're in Fredericksburg and not stopping by Lincoln Street Wine Bar, you're doing the town…read morecompletely wrong. This place absolutely nails the vibe, an incredible selection of wines, a great lineup of beers, and a laid-back atmosphere that makes you want to stay way longer than you planned. The live music is hands-down the best in Fredericksburg, and the patio? Easily the coolest, most relaxing spot in town to unwind with a drink and good company. Whether you're a wine lover, beer fan, or just looking for the perfect place to kick back after a long day of exploring, Lincoln Street Wine Bar delivers every single time. Friendly staff, great energy, amazing music, and an unbeatable patio, what more could you ask for? 10/10 recommend. This will be a must-stop every time I'm in Fredericksburg.

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    Good times, good music always

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