We made a 6pm dinner reservation at Lulu's on a Tuesday during the first week of Round Top. I didn't have super high hopes based on previous reviews and my own sub par experience at the Lulu's location in Houston but our dining experience far exceeded my expectations. Upon arrival we were seat in a chic, cozy dining room off of the bar and our waitress promptly took our drink orders. For dinner our group of four ordered a bunch of items to share - Meatballs, Burrata, Chopped Caesar, Pappardelle, Cacio e Pepe & Chicken Milanese. We enjoyed all of the dishes but the standouts were probably the meatballs and Cacio e Pepe which was perfectly al dente and more than a little bit addictive. For dessert we had the chocolate cake which was also tasty. Overall the service was attentive and quick. I was actually surprised at how rapidly our food hit the table after ordering, but it was served fresh and hot. Would absolutely recommend to friends coming to Round Top. read more

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The location is great, but that is where it ends. I'm not one to complain, but half of the menu wasn't available for us... and for the first day of the show. It was very expensive so if I am going to pay for that, I would like to have a full menu... they blamed it on saying they didn't order enough at the beginning of the week. I tried to order the tenderloin, but the waiter told me not to order it because it wouldn't be cooked to my liking. Who says that for a $45 steak. It's difficult because Round Top doesn't have a lot of restaurants, but I would not come back here. Disappointing. read more

The restaurant itself is gorgeous, with a rustic-chic look. It feels very clean and is located right in the middle of Round Top--what I believe is downtown Round Top. Unfortunately, that's about where the positives end for me. The menu was very limited and the prices were extremely high, but the food did not match those prices. The portions were tiny, and the main dishes didn't come with any bread or salad, which felt surprising given how expensive they were. I do have to say that our waiter was fantastic and truly helped save the experience. However, when it comes to the food, this wouldn't be my first choice if you're looking for a satisfying meal. It might be a nice spot to stop for a drink or two and enjoy the cute atmosphere, but for me, it's a one-and-done. read more

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Loved the decor, server was excellent and food was good. Took my adult daughter for her birthday after shopping and this made it special. Would recommend. read more

Lulu's is a must try when in Round Top. The building and decor is beautiful. The bar is outstanding. The bar glasses, menu and cocktails are primo. Everyone always raves about how heavy and beautifully etched the glassware is. The food is fantastic for the town in which it is located, but average if it were located in the city. There are hits and misses but you do not leave hungry. I enjoy the patio when it is cooler outside. It is covered and first come, first serve. The staff are always kind and happy. Sometimes the service is slow at times. read more

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We came here looking forward to a great dinner and left overly disappointed. We were a table of 4 and it took 1.5 hours for our food to come. There was no apologies or any recognition from any staff members of the wait, honestly I was shocked at their lack of service throughout the experience for a nice restaurant like this. To add, warning that the dining room has no acoustics so it's extremely loud and impossible to hear anyone at your table. Such a great concept but lacked the service and atmosphere we were hoping for in this quaint town. read more

Made reservations about 2 months in advance for the Spring Show! Did not disappoint! We got the calamari, bolognese, and the cacio e pepe. All around great service, great food, and amazing ambience! read more

Lulu's - Italian Near Me - Round Top, Texas

Hadn't been here in over a year. They freshened the menu, the food. , drinks and beverages were excellent. Loved sitting in the main dining room. Friendly staff. Had the salad, waygu burger and parmesian fries Desserts are delicious. read more

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Super cute vibes that fit the town, with meh ok food. We loved the place, picture perfect, romantic, fun vibes! The waiter was funny and nice, but the food was just meh and price was definitely up there We got the bread service and had to ask for a new batch, it was so dry Then we had the cacio e Pepe and it seriously lacked of Pepe (pepper!!!!). The prime rib was good but carrots were hard. The Caesar salad was just a piece of lettuce with onions and Parmesan crisp and sauce on it. Honestly super meh, not worth $16. We asked for tiramisu and are still waiting on it so we decided to just let it go. The waiter was nice and offered espresso martini and they were a lot better than my original cocktail so next time I would just go with that. Overall a good dinner because of the place, not the food. We were gonna come back for brunch but decided we won't after this dinner. read more

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Jason makes a fantastic Old Fashioned and Espresso Martini! The decor is so cute and the back patio is the perfect date night spot!

Ate here with a friend on Saturday night before the final summer concert (July 12, 2025) at the James Dick Festival Institute. Round Top, Texas has certainly come into its own as a culturally influenced area with fine restaurants in a beautiful rural setting. Located about 75 miles south east of Austin, you'll find no shortage of places to eat and things to do. I was born in Austin and have been going to La Grange, where my grandparents lived, and Round Top area for many years. And if you've never checked out the Festival Institute, you're missing out on a quality classical music experience. Having studied with Mr. Dick while I was in college., I know it was a defining moment in the development of my work ethic and the person I am today. And the music performed here rivals anywhere. We had a reservation for 5:30 PM , arrived a little early and had no problem being seated immediately. The restaurant is set in an old, rustic, remodeled building, and was probably a home at some point, and has now been refinished into a quaint, beautiful Italian restaurant. The decor is simple, elegant, and refined, with the original wooden flooring refinished and the original stone walls painted white with white table cloths and flowers on every table. Ramon the Manager was very gracious and I could see him throughout the evening eyeing the restaurant to make sure service was excellent and things were running up to par and in fact checked on our table twice. Our server Nelly was obviously well trained, and although young, was professional and provided excellent service. We were both greeted with water and smiles, and I ordered the Italian Margarita cocktail; sweet with generous pour and an orange slice. It was a very good drink. In fact I ordered two. I ordered the Pappardelle Bolognese and my friend, a vegan, ordered the Margherita pizza. The pizza was neither thin crust nor extra thick , with beautiful melted fresh mozzarella on top with a lovely red sauce and a large slice of fresh basil on each piece of pizza. There was a nice char on the edges of the pizza crust. This pizza was just enough for one person. The Pappardelle Bolognese was one of the most elevated Bolognese I have ever eaten anywhere. Living in Austin, there are no shortage of Italian restaurants, and this Bolognese puts them to shame. No ground beef here; braised Black Angus tri-tip cut into small perfectly proportioned pieces. The Pappardelle is fresh-made on site and you can tell the difference. No overwhelming heavy red sauce either, there was a subtle sauce made from the Aus ju of the tri-tip along with some other ingredients, such as olive oil and red peppers, minus the remnants of the peppers. Beautiful. As stated earlier, Ramon checked on us twice, we had a couple of brief conversations, and as we were leaving, he offered to buy us a drink at the bar. The bar also has a quaint back room that is dimly lit and romantic, and the bar itself is a handsome wooden oak masterpiece with an ample selection of alcohol behind it. Instead of asking us what we wanted to drink, Ramon said the bartender likes to experiment and has made his own cocktail. See the photo.. it was stunning; when I asked the bartender what it was called he said he doesn't have a name for it yet. Just show the photo, you won't regret it. The owner, Lulu , also happened to be in the bar and Ramon introduced us to her, and she was very personable and gracious. Lulu explained that she and her husband had bought this property some 30+ years ago, and refurbished it into the beautiful spot it is now. She has obviously ingrained a classy work ethic into the employees, and the food matches this class. This is yet another reason why this is a special place; not only is the food superior, but the employees provide outstanding customer service and the owner is gracious and you are treated like family . I will definitely go back again and again. read more

Lulu's - The 'Unnamed hell of a cocktail' - Italian Near Me - Round Top, Texas

First off - what a nice building and lovely decor. Everything seems great at a glance. Take a closer look and discover how wrong your initial impression was. We decided to have brunch here during the big antique festival. We made a reservation - and were surprised when we arrived that we certainly didn't need it. There was only one other table there at 10:30 am. By the time our server acknowledged us it was nearly 11. We asked her if we could still order breakfast - she said no. And so began an extremely disappointing dining experience. She did ask the "chef" if we could still get our breakfast order in just under the 11 AM cut off to which he obliged so long as we ordered quickly. Again, we're the only table in the place besides one other. We order coffees juices, lots of good looking breakfast items, etc. Everything was a disappointment. The latte came in a 2 ounce cup?? All the breads we were served, tasted old and store-bought. Not the good kind of store either. I ordered my eggs over medium and they arrive sunny side up and with runny whites ... It was a pointless dining experience. Had the waitress asked us how we were doing, and if everything was OK I would've set my plate back. The bacon was charged and inedible. We made a polite, but correct complaints to the waitress and to the manager. Our server ignored us - the only thing she did well while we were there and the manager argued. It was sad. If you're going to rent this place for perhaps a wedding party or something, be sure and bring your own catering. Your own staff, etc. Good looking Building disastrous business and horrible food and service. read more

Waited an hour for our food and it wasn't good. My friend got a Caesar salad and apparently it is served with a sardine in it. The risotto was soupy and the lobster was not fresh. It was expensive and We left hungry. Service was terrible as well. read more

Beautiful ambiance and decor. The restaurant is simply stunning. Food, not so much. We got the meatballs appetizer and they tasted exactly like the frozen meatballs I buy in a bag at the grocery store. My husband got the carbonara and it was shameful. Literally tasted like milk, clearly they used cream which isn't needed in a carbonara. The raw egg on top was cooked and just tasted like scrambled egg in milk pasta. I got the bolognese and it was pretty good. They need to step up their food game here and have the food match the gorgeous surroundings. Canceled my breakfast reservations for the following day after eating dinner. read more

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Lulu's is a winner. Our welcome to the town of Round Top was handled by a gentleman called Ramon who was extremely accommodating in getting us into our room in the adjacent hotel (also recommend) and welcoming us into the restaurant despite the fact that we were arriving after the posted closing time. The space is beautiful, distressed walls with a separate bar and a split elevation set of dining rooms. Service was prompt, professional, approachable, and proficient. Mocktails were well mixed (thanks Nathan) and arrived in satisfyingly heavy crystalware. Appetizers were a tomato basil soup that was delightfully uncomplicated and comforting (made even better with the addition of some fresh thyme harvested from the table display) and a grilled Caesar salad made with a proper, though slightly vinegar forward, dressing and pickled red onion. Entrees were the pappardelle bolognese and the braised short rib (we traded plates mid meal). The pasta was very nice - al dente and well sauced with fine mince throughout. The short rib was excellent texture, as were the mash potatoes, though the accompanying carrots were waterlogged and had a flavor I couldn't identify and neither of us cared for. Both dishes were good and well portioned. Carefully under-seasoned (no salt and pepper on the table) but very competent in technique. A terrific way to begin the Round Top experience and definitely merits another visit this trip. read more

Lulu's - Delicious short rib with mash and the unremarkable (yet pretty) carrots. - Italian Near Me - Round Top, Texas

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My friends and I had the BEST experience at Lulu's. The restaurant itself is so beautifully decorated and the staff were amazing! The food was delicious and drinks were perfect! The staff made our experience even better as they were all fun and friendly. read more

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The restaurant is beautiful, the ambiance is good, and our service was good as well. However, we dined there last night and the food was absolutely terrible. Before we ordered we were told that half of the entrees were not available. Three of our party of 4 ordered caesar salads which did not taste like any caesar salad we have ever had before. Due to the limited menu all 4 of us ordered spaghetti and meat balls. The sauce was supposed to be marinara. There was really no sauce. It appeared to be a little bit of sauce with a lot of cheese melted in it. There was no sauce that could have been simmered for hours, and there was no sign of tomatoes anywhere. The only bright spot was the bread which we had to pay for, and the drinks. I have dined here in the past and had good experiences. However this time and a previous time in November 2025 were not pleasant experiences. We were very disappointed. read more

What an exquisite restaurant, absolutely beautiful and pleasing atmosphere. Being a splendid (weather) morning we chose to dine outdoors on the back porch, and the wonderful music, a very much added plus! The restaurant was not at all crowded, and we took advantage of that and took our time. We at no point felt rushed to leave, so enjoyable. Our server, Jared, was everything you'd want, attentive, helpful, friendly and professional. The presentation of the food was lovely as well as delicious. We chose the all American breakfast of eggs, bacon potatoes & toast. (Oh and a small arugula salad that was also very tasty) The bacon was just as we ordered, well done and the bread ((toast) fantastic! After asking if it was possible to buy, we discovered they bake it in house, again so very good! A definite place we'll revisit, and we'd indeed ask for Jared again! read more

The ambiance is beautiful. Food is always great. The focaccia bread is so good. Service was a little slow but it was a bit late and staff was dealing with an overly drunk individual that came to our table (3 females). It's a must stop for great food! read more

Lulu's - Side room and focaccia bread - Italian Near Me - Round Top, Texas

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The building and interior decor is fabulous. It makes for a wonderful ambience for dinner. The Italian Margarita was balanced, not too sweet not too sour The food is excellent. The Burrata and beet salad was delicious. The short ribs were excellent and filling. I had the Branzino, for GF keto people, it's a great option! The butter cake was enjoyed by everyone (but me) The service was really bad. He served me gluten after being very specific I was Celiac. Went and got the manager, and he fix the problem He never checked on us when the food came out We ordered another drink. He never gave it to us, but charge us for it. Didn't ask us for dessert. To get another waiter to order dessert, rip up that check and get a new one. read more

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We asked to be seated and they said they were booked even though the restaurant was half empty. They seated a party right after us that didn't have a reservation. We are locals and come all the time, but will be choosing a different restaurant from now on. read more

adrian was an excellent waitor!!! I had a very pleasant time at this restaurant due to him! He made sure our drinks were filled at all times!! and i really appreciate him!!!! read more

Love this place! They sat us immediately during the busiest time, then Adrian was THE best bartender!!!! We will come back just visit Adrian! Thank you for the impeccable service and kindness read more

Amazing staff and atmosphere with delicious selections of meals cooked with elegance and flavor. Wonderful owner, Cinda, who knows exactly what customers want and professionalism portrayed along with Ra'mon as Manager! Thank you to Lulu's for giving Round Top a beautiful place to eat, drink, and visit with friends and family!! Pam M. read more

Took a girls trip to the famous Round Top area and decided to stop in to Lulu's for dinner as the building sits in a prime location and the decor is gorgeous. They had it nicely decorated for the holidays and we were anticipating an elevated dining experience to match the ambiance. Unfortunately, this place is more form over function. Service was very slow, and the food was a terrible letdown. We ordered the meatball appetizer and while the presentation was very attractive with meatballs and nestled in a bed of creamy polenta and a drizzle of basil oil... They tasted as if they had been plopped right out of a chef boyadardee can. Tasteless, dense and a disgrace for an Italian restaurant. Our server even admitted they aren't that great so luckily she removed them from the bill. We also had the lobster risotto that was promised to come with a tail and a claw but instead we had no claw, just one tail that was so overcooked, it was as if I was chewing on a rubber tire. The risotto was well cooked, but definitely needed more seasoning. We had the ceasar salad and while the presentation also was quite lovely... The cinnamon flavored pickled onions was very unusual and uncomplimentary to the salad. Almost $90 per person and we left incredibly disappointed. The espresso martini was a shining point, however. read more

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Beautiful restaurant, amazing food and service. What a great restaurant in Round Top. Don't miss trying it out! read more

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Don't go here. Awful. Ordered a pint which was 3/4 filled. Food is overpriced. They advertised boxed lunches for badge holders during the film festival weekend and didn't list the prices. The offer was in the VIP lounge where free snacks and coffee were being served, and nobody mentioned that the boxed lunches were not complimentary. I got up to leave after eating and they came down and told me to pay. I explained the confusion, and they told me to go tell the festival, not apologizing for the discrepancy or taking any accountability for the fact that they were not clear about the price of the lunches. Never said sorry and just doubled down. On top of that, the grilled cheese was $16. It also has a weird smell. read more

The place is amazing. Wonderful ambience, excellent service, and the pasta is amazing. Made fresh daily. No complaints.

Very good food and drinks, but it's just the typical small town problems. they can't seem to ever have enough staff to provide the kind of service that these prices deserve. Such a gorgeous property that you just want to spend the afternoon over a carafe of mimosas, or the yummy limoncello spitzer I had, and some good tapas, but when there's only one waiter for the whole restaurant it went from pleasant to irritating very quickly. Not the waiter's fault at all he was doing the work of at least three people without complaining but I could never get his attention to order any food after I told him to turn in ny daughters order but give me a minute to decide. she was finished and ready to go so I had to leave hungry! $80 plus dollars and I left hungry. I had a coffee and the one drink. she let me try her potatoes and they were gross. some red sauce on them? the crab cake Benedict was good but not enough for two. The ambience really is beautiful and they let us have our puppy outside which we appreciate so much. I will go back because I know they're good but it was a disappointing experience this time for sure. read more

Lulu's - Jean Louise - Italian Near Me - Round Top, Texas

Came here for my office end of the year party. They have great space for large parties in the cellar. The waitress recommended the bolognese and half of our table got it. It was so good. It had a Texas twist with the meat. Highly recommend. The Sicilian Joe drink was very delightful. It was sweeter than I expected but I loved it! I didn't care for the tiramisu, it was a bit dry. Also there were sugar ants all over our table lol. A solid choice in round top! read more

Lulu's - Bolognese - Italian Near Me - Round Top, Texas

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Unfortunately we chose this location for dinner during our recent visit to Round Too for the Spring antique show. I love to support local businesses but $26 for a martini and $30 for hamburger helper is not it. The vibe/ambience.is absolutely not worth the plates served. So sad. read more

First, the good... the bread service was amazing. Delicious honey butter and fresh baked bread. The rest was missing the target. The steak was poorly seasoned and missing something but I will say it was cooked perfectly medium rare. The fries tasted like Cysco fries and missing the truffle flavor profile. My wife's pasta Spaghetti Com Branchio tasted like the cream sauce was made with pimento cheese. Service was slow. Had to go to the bar to ask for water and then to ask for a steak knife for my meal. Ambiance was nice but would we revisit? Not at all. read more

Terrible food! Went to pick up to go food, for 80$ we got lasagna, spaghetti and the bread appetizer. The noodles on the lasagna were so hard my husband couldn't even cut it with a fork. Didn't taste great but because we paid like 30$ for it he ate it. It was a SMALL portion for that amount of money and no side salad. Bread and butter was the good. Spaghetti & meatballs, they almost forgot the meatballs so I had to send it back to the kitchen. Then got home and ate it, meatballs and spaghetti again VERY SMALL portion for 28$, meatballs were terrible. Tried to eat just the noodles and again tasted bad. My 3 year old loves speghetti and wanted to try it, she took one bite and said "nasty mama". I took 1 bite of the meatballs and 2 bites of the spaghetti. Threw it away! What a waist! read more

Food was very good! Service was friendly and pretty quick. Cute building with ample seating, although a bit tight. read more

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Fabulous choice. Our server Linda was on point and very attentive! Great choice and super fresh!

The food, the drinks, the service were all great! Such a cute place to dress up and go to. We sat in the underground room that was beautiful. Def check it out! read more

The atmosphere and food was great. But the service was fantastic!! Nathan (Mr. Fantastic) did a wonderful job at keeping me & my cousin laughing and pleased with the service. Nathan was super friendly. I would come back to Lulus again! read more

Lulu's - Italian Near Me - Round Top, Texas

Spoke with the host and he said he was sold out, told us we could get a beverage to go. As we were leaving multiple tables, stating they had "no reservation" sat and were given menus at outside tables. We went inside and asked if we could sit at an outside table, and we were told there were no servers, and we were told no. This is just after we spoke to the party seated out side...with no reservation. We are locals, and have enjoyed evening at Lulu's on other occasions. This one however was very disappointing. read more

I definitely get why my in-laws kept this little gem a secret...they didn't want to have to bring my kids!! I had no idea there was such an elegant, upscale dining option in Round Top. As I said, the atmosphere is definitely not kid-friendly; unless your kid is a well-behaved robot they'll disturb other diners revelling in the tranquility of the charm of old Italy reverberating through the walls. The decor is stunning, yet simple and sophisticated, and the wait staff were some of the best I've ever met. The menu offers the usual fare common at nicer italian places, with a few surprises. I ordered the Radiatore Cacio e Pepe. I'd been wanting to try cacio e pepe, but had never heard of radiatore, "radiator"-shaped pasta. It was an excellent dish, though I do wish I'd taken the server's suggestion to add meatballs, as I felt it really needed a protein to perfect it. The Lady Cello drink was superb, and my mother-in-laws' short rib was excellent as well, though not the best I've had. Tiramisu was good, and a nice sized portion. Overall, Lulu's offered dishes that were only a touch below my favorites in the big city. So glad I know about this quaint little gem tucked away in little old Round Top. Definitely THE place to go for a date or other nice occasion. read more

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Hubby and I had lunch today at Lulu's during our little trip to Round Top, Texas. This is the original location and it's super cute inside. Lots of seating with a bar area and another little drinking area downstairs. The brunch menu didn't have a good variety of food to choose from, but we were able to get a nice arugula salad and pappardelle bolognese. You can get bread service for a small price and it comes with a few different types of focaccia bread. Our waitress was super friendly and nice to talk to. I would have liked to see more pasta options on the menu, but maybe that's only for dinner. read more

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