This is such a Central Texas jewel of a place! I have never been to anything like it. It is not a…read morerestaurant, it is not a bar, they do not make their own wine, but have an incredible list of California wines that they sell here. They have events for their wine club members and it is really an enjoyable place torelax and enjoy the artwork, great wine, and the awesome owners are experts in hospitality!

I love this place. It's cute, well appointed and a GREAT selection of wines I'd give it a 5 but…read morethe two times I've been there it's taken at least 15 minutes to check out. Not sure if the POS is complicated or not user friendly. It seems to hold up the process and therefore service levels aren't up to the rest of the clearly exciting product offering.

Came here for the Holly Jolly Holiday event and absolutely loved the decor, atmosphere, and spiked…read moreholiday drinks! Tickets were reasonably priced and you absolutely felt the jolly holiday spirit with all the decor. Absolutely loved the spiked hot chocolate (it was absolutely amazing- I had to get two). Friendly service and great vibes. Definitely recommend going for the holiday event!

Went to a wedding at this venue. So surprised to walk in and it transported me to an art gallery…read more Walls are covered with modern art. Interesting visuals,bright colors. The space is large with many different rooms decorated well. Clean and spacious. The wine and beer list is extensive- did not eat any food because the hosts had it catered. People were friendly and helpful with service.

First impression: well setup winery and brewery with a very nice shop. Wine tasting and a…read moreseparate open facility for beer, music and what I would call pub food. Family and animal very friendly. Bring everyone! Very casual and relaxing with live country music on Saturdays. Music - when we were there- was not too loud. David Touchton was in stage. He was fantastic! If you get a chance to see/hear him sing... you really should. One man band but he is just that good. Now back to the Rising Sun. I particularly enjoyed the watermelon and pear accentuated wines. Very different and fun. Hubby really liked the "Barbarian" red. The food menu includes tacos, pizzas, burgers, and a few sharable dishes like hatch chili skillet enchiladas, wings, charcuterie board etc. It is all self service. Everyone is very nice.

This is quickly becoming our place to just have a nice relaxed night out. Kids can go play while we…read morehave a glass of amazing wine, or craft beer while listening to live music. Very laid back vibes, but still a very nice ambiance! Food is great, try any of their hatch green chili items, they're soo good!

Had dinner with friends at The Vineyard at Florence Saturday. Started with drinks at the bar…read more Friendly service and the kind of atmosphere that you expect at a high end establishment. Knob Creek rocks, Elijah Craig rocks, a Ranch Water (a bit too sweet), and a classic Italian Aperol Spritz. Dinner on the patio starting with a smoked bacon appetizer followed by a wedge salad. Sugared bacon was delicious. Wedge didn't have the salad core removed which was a bit disappointing. Shared a coal-fired Margarita pizza with chicken added. Pizza was cooked perfectly and was delicious with a healthy amount of ingredients, including the excellent blend of cheeses. Our waiter Peter was very professional, friendly and informative. Definitely recommend the Vineyard for an upscale night out with excellent ambiance featuring a Mediterranean decor. Will go back.

Food was way overpriced. We went for brunch and I had the Texas Eggs Benedict--it was honestly not…read moreedible. The hollandaise was so heavy on lemon it overpowered everything. It looked pretty, but nothing came together, and the biscuit was very dry. We also tried the Cuban sandwich--way too fatty and overly thick, hard to enjoy. The loaded croissant, however, was very good, and the fries were solid. The artichoke dip had little to no flavor, and the bread wasn't grilled like the menu said. The atmosphere was beautiful--you feel like you're in a villa. The country drive out there is nice, and the grounds are gorgeous. Drinks were on point and the wine was good, though pricey for a small pour. Our waiter was friendly but not very attentive. Overall, probably won't be back. We've had much better experiences at wineries in Fredericksburg. I don't mind paying for an expensive meal if it's worth it--this just wasn't. Very disappointed.

Really enjoyed trying some wines here!…read more They seem to carry mostly (if not only) Texas wines and the bartender told us in depth on what we were tasting. I would definitely come back here!

Rating: 3.1/5 We…read moretried The Austin Winery on two different occasions, and both times their wine was just okay or not good. The first time was a wine flight we had catered at our apartment, while the second time, we visited in person with a group of friends. Honestly, the wines we buy from Costco taste better. We did the $20 wine tasting flight where you get to choose 3 from the menu. The pros are that it's cheap and they give generous pours, but the con is that the wines don't taste good. Thank goodness I shared with my husband because I wouldn't have been able to finish it myself. 1. Picpoul Blanc: One Elm Vineyards - High Plains white wine with notes of lemongrass, pink lemonade, and raspberry. It was okay. 2. Aqua Pazza - High Plains/High Country orange wine with notes of apricot, candied lemon, and orange zest. It tasted like a bitter citrus wine and was our least favorite of the wines we tried. 3. GSM: Salt Lick Vineyards - Hill Country chilled red wine with notes of mint berry crunch and herbal. I think we prefer non-chilled red wine, since the tannins were super muted, but the cold temperature does make it more enjoyable on a hot day. Lavender Haze ($15): This is a wine cocktail made with Ocho, lemon, lavender simple syrup, topped with Rambler, and garnished with a lemon wheel. Ocho is a Salt Lick Vineyards - Hill Country white wine with soft lychee, beeswax, and freshly minted bills. It's a light and bright wine cocktail that's great for an afternoon drink. Bread With Oil & Balsamic Reduction ($6): You definitely need to dip the bread in the balsamic reduction; otherwise, the bread is just so bland by itself. Recommend getting the shareables instead, since the bread doesn't really add anything to the wine tasting. Our friends got the charcuterie, and the meat, cheese, and fig really helped us get through the wine flight.

We had a great experience and Kate took great care of us. Much more of a laid back atmosphere than…read moresome of the other wineries. Loved their outdoor area. Wonderful and relaxing.

Good wine selection without being overpriced. The sommelier knew their stuff and were able to offer…read moreguidance on choosing the right wine for each of us. Also took advantage of a charcuterie board for a few nibbles while we people watched those out on the square. We're glad when an outdoor table opened up though and love that you can drink your wine on the sidewalk to truly appreciate the night and the activities around the square.

Went back and forth between 3 and 4 stars. The space is perfect. Interior and exterior. But their…read morebartender was a bit of a hot mess when it came to the mixed drinks, but they were having an event the night we were there so I'm wondering if she was hired temporarily. The other bartender was great, but clearly overwhelmed. That would be the one downside. The bar is very small and limited in how fast they can service. Their wine selection was good. We did have a friend looking for a white wine that they did not have. Not that they ran out, they didn't have it altogether. That is surprising for a wine forward spot. But the space itself is gorgeous. The outdoor is really fun with great photo opportunities, as is the inside. It was also perfectly temperature controlled.

Super cute wine bar in what I think is East Austin but don't take my word I'm directionally…read morechallenged. Great, chilled vibe with a DJ. We opted for a few glasses of wine but will definitely do a bottle next time as they are exact on pours If you're looking for a chilled place to have a glass or bottle of wine, give them a try.

Owners are so nice! Wine is good. Location is really great, give it a try! We liked it!read more

Awesome little spot ran by a mom and 2 daughters. I met two out of the three and they were nice,…read morehelpful and friendly.. The charcuterie board was really good. I really wish I would have gotten the large one. The slightly spicy jam + cheese was delicious. So we're the sausages. Thank you all for the free deconstructed cheese cake with the fresh organic fruits. It was such a great surprise. Also it really shows the dedication to customers for staying open past your normal hours to accommodate everyone. I had a overall terrific experience and would return for another round of flights.

This place has been open since 2023 and I don't know why it has taken me so long to get here. While…read morethey don't have their own in-house wines, they have a variety of "exclusive" wines that tastes amazing. I love that they offer 5 tastings for $15. Unlike other places, they limit you to 3 tasting. Chris was amazing! Very knowledgeable of each wine and great recommendations. I'm more of a sweet wine kind of gal but walked away with a glass of dry wine, how is that?! Thank you, Chris! The inside is small and intimate but they also have a covered patio with a beautiful open yard to sit in peace and enjoy. If you're not up for the outdoors, they also have an air conditioned wine lounge with games, music, and tv. If you're ever in the area, do yourself a favor and drop in! Exit 292, not too far off the expressway.

This place is so good!! Chris was amazing and he talked about every single wine during our tasting…read morewhich enhanced the experience!! Felt just like wine country, but way more affordable!! The selection was varietal and their in house wines were super delicious. They even have wine selections for the men who "don't like wine". The outside area was so cute and their wine lounge was super cozy and a nice place to hangout with a group. For sure will be back!!

What a cute find! They have a distillery, brewery and winery all in one at this location. We were…read morein Liberty Hill for another event, but I saw Thirsty Mule's ad on the billboard on the way into town. So glad I stopped in. I love the brewery's name, Schitz Creek Brewery & Distillery. Great prices for flights (~$15), and ended up going home with a bottle of their (green) Apple Moscato. Friendly folks and they serve pizza, when we went on a Sat. Large outdoor/indoor spaces to hang out at, dog friendly, and resident donkeys on site. Live music too.

Stumbled upon this gem. It's close by, so the location is great and we stumbled upon it. My wife…read moreand I were very pleasantly surprised by the selection as well as the tasting options. They have a good variety of wines. There is a bourbon selection as well. They weren't quite my taste there are multiple choices. The service is great and the staff is very friendly and welcoming. Hadn't tried the pizza yet, but they do look great.