The food and service for our group of 14 people was unbelievable!!! You must request Suz-ja-cuz for…read moreyour experience, she rocks!

We were here on a girls weekend and decided to check out…read moreUntamed. They didn't have any availability right away so we made a resv for a few hours later and we were glad we came back. The ambiance with the modern ndoor space, outdoor vineyard views and huge Italian pizza oven were very welcoming. The owner came by to say hi and welcome us which is always a great touch! We ordered 2 pizzas (the South African banana one which is really interesting and the 3 meats one - both great) and had 2 tastings - chilled white and the red. Delicious wines with a South African style of making them, excellent pizza and great ambiance. Will be back for sure - this time with a reservation made!

Don't miss this hidden gem! Portree Cellars is less than a mile off Highway 290, and I promise the…read moreshort detour is worth it. I've visited several times now, and Portree has earned a spot on my very short list for a wine club membership. Every single visit ends the same way--I leave with at least three bottles because it's almost impossible to choose. I've yet to taste a wine here that I didn't genuinely enjoy. Seriously... every wine on the tasting menu is excellent. The food bites are also absolutely worth ordering. They're thoughtfully paired, delicious, and make the tasting experience even better. What truly sets Portree apart, though, is the hospitality. The staff is warm, welcoming, and incredibly knowledgeable without ever being pretentious. They remember us every time we visit--even where we live--which makes every tasting feel personal rather than transactional. The tasting room is beautiful, relaxed, and inviting, making it easy to linger over one more glass. In an area filled with wineries, Portree consistently stands out for its exceptional wines, genuine hospitality, and attention to detail. If you're exploring the Texas Hill Country wine trail, make Portree Cellars a priority rather than an afterthought. I can't recommend it highly enough.

Off the beaten path but worth the detour. Beautiful place with a wonderful view and friendly…read morestaff. And we loved the wine. We bought a Cab, Malbec and a Mourvèdre to take home. Check off another great TX winery.

This has become a yearly stop during our annual Fredericksburg Christmas tour ! Still good wine and…read morefriendly service !

Cute little winery we had not tried yet. Tasting flights of 6 range from $25-30 depending on…read morevarietals. Great variety. Really loved the Callo blanco. Great white and even though it was dry, not too dry. Outdoor patio was perfect for us to bring the kids and they even had connect four. Menu is limited but the basics for winery fare. There was live music today. Would have to check website if it's an every weekend thing. Would return with the girls!

The wine was absolutely exceptional! I did the "North of 90" tasting and loved every pour. We ended…read moreup bringing home a bottle of the 2019 Sangiovese and my husband enjoyed the sparkling wine. The views are never ending and so breathtaking! The food was equally incredible. We had the Deviled Eggs with sweet and spicy bacon jam along with the Pomegranate-Glazed Wagyu Meatballs served with spiced yogurt dipping sauce, peppery greens, and flatbread. Everything was absolutely outstanding!!!! Stephanie, who hosted us in the tasting room, was so friendly, knowledgeable, and genuinely enjoyable to talk with. You can tell she truly loves what she does and knows her wines!! We truly could not have asked for a better experience and will come again!!!

We really enjoyed our wine tasting experience at Covington Cellars. The venue/ winery is beautiful…read more The wine was delicious and our host Amy did such a nice job telling us about the winery and the different kinds of wine. We will definitely return to this wonderful winery.

Very nice place and good wines from South Africa. The host was great and very knowledgeable about…read morethe wines and the region. The place is an old Sears house I think that has been redone and moved. Maybe won't be around long if tRump adds tariffs

THE BIG: Winery out in Hye! Right next to William & Chris Vineyards with a gorgeous old victorian…read morehouse that you can rent out! Plenty of parking available in the lot. THE BLACK AND WHITE: We originally visited their main tasting room in Fredericksburg but glad that they have their wine room in Hye (closer to us as we're coming in from Austin). Coordinates focuses on South African wines however are sourcing more and more grapes from the Texas High Plains. We had a tasting of their Reserve red wines which included the pinotage, cabernet sauvignon, pinot noir, and the shiraz. I'm a big pinot guy and the pinotage hit harder than the pinot, so we ordered a bottle of that and enjoyed it in their sit down area with a couple of other regulars. THE FINAL BAMBOO: Overall a bottle of the reserve pinotage was ~$49 with a reserve red tastings (4 wines) starting at $25. Fun ambiance and will be back to try more South African wines.

Shane was amazing!!!! actually loved talking through the different wines and learning all about the…read morecompany!'n

I'm going to be totally honest, I'm not much of a wine drinker, but Mary R made this such an…read moreamazing experience for us. She was incredibly knowledgeable and educational without ever making it feel overwhelming. She made everything so personable, fun, and easy to enjoy, and you could tell she genuinely cared about making sure we had a great time. I've been to quite a few vineyards, and William Chris has honestly been the best experience I've had. It felt completely worth the money, and Mary was such a huge part of that. I would absolutely recommend coming here, and if you can, ask for Mary!

This place is not to be slept on. Very unassuming from the outside, but inside you'll find some…read moreincredible French inspired wines, with an extremely knowledgeable tasting guide named Patrick. The $35 cave tasting included 5 wines from Rose to Red (no whites). You'll get a wealth of knowledge on the grapes, regions, process and the final product. They do have limited capacity, so make sure to book online in advance.

If you enjoy a unique tasting experience in a unique setting and most importantly enjoy French…read moreinspired wine then do not pass up the opportunity to visit the Calais Winery/Cave in Hye. Calais Winery is easy to miss as it sits right off 290 between Johnson City and Fred. Look for the French Flag. The cave is an intimate setting and you are surrounded by their French Oak wine barrels. It is cool in there. We learned during our private tasting that they have been producing their limited production wines since 2008. The winemaker is a French-born engineer-turned-winemaker, Benjamin Calais. Even though the wine is produced using Texas grapes Calais uses old school French traditions when producing his wines. Our tasting included their Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, and even a Rose'. The Left and Right Bank Bordeaux rivaled any Cab that we have sampled in Fred or Napa. The 2020 Gravitas red blend was an absolute joy to sample and it was one of the wines that traveled home with us. From their best harvests they select the 10 best barrels in the winery and produce Gravitas. It is unbelievably complex and if you enjoy a fuller than full bodied wine you will love Gravitas. Check out their website for a detailed description. Do make reservations as they are booked even on the weekdays.

7 Italian lunch options, several of which are gluten-free, and 3 vegetarian. A large selection of…read morewhite and red wines, both running the gamut from sweet to dry. I loved the ambiance: cute tzotskes, rustic setting and fantastic, friendly people. Worth the drive all on its own.

We were looking for a destination lunch in the area, checked on the internet and chose to stop at…read moreSilver Dollar for lunch and a wine tasting. When we arrived, there was a party of ladies in the tasting room on a bus tour, evidently they were quite enjoying both the food and the wine! I went with the Poblano Chicken Lasagna and Deb the Chicken Alfredo and both came with a decent sized, fresh side salad. We enjoyed the food and also the accompanying wines we chose from the wine tasting list. We went home with full, happy bellies and three bottles of their excellent Reds. We also had a great visit with Richard, the owner, who told us the story of the winery and also how he ended up with a London bus on the property (I am a naturalized Texan, originally from London!) All in all, a very enjoyable lunch.

We visited on a Saturday with our dog. Plenty of free parking in their private lot. The grounds are…read morespacious with outdoor seating in the sun or shade - you can bring your own camp chairs or blankets to sit on or there were some picnic tables too. In the tasting building, there are clean bathrooms and plenty of tables and chairs. There are food options but we didn't try any food this visit. We were offered small samples prior to picking our wine. All of the wine we tried was excellent. We like dry red wine. The staff were friendly and accommodating.

Stumbled upon Westcave on our route to Fredericksburg - it was one of our favorites. We opted to…read moretry the beer flights and absolutely loved all of them. We ordered the pulled pork nachos to share and it was unbelievable - generous topping to nacho ratio with very unique toppings of slaw, pickles and pulled pork combination. It was a nacho plate to remember! Highly recommend stopping by for a beer flight + food.

Went for brunch and everything was really perfect! The only lace was very busy but we were seated…read moreright away. Was able to order food very quickly and it came out very fast. Coffee, omelet, biscuits and gravy, eggs and German pancake were all great! I highly recommend the biscuits and gravy, and the German pancake. To go we purchased pretzels, cookies and other bakery items. Everything was delicious! We will definitely be back.

Old German Bakery & Restaurant had been highly recommended as a must-visit when in Fredericksburg…read morebut I was incredibly disappointed by the overall experience. NOTES: - Reservations: no... walk in only - Parking: a few spots in front but free street parking nearby as well - Online ordering: available on their website through PopMenu for pickup - Closed Wednesday and Thursday THE HIGHS: - Arrived around 8:00 am on a Sunday morning and got seated right away - Coffee was decent... not the strongest but good enough - Workers were all very nice THE LOWS: - My poached eggs on the Country Benedict were cold... it seemed like they had sat for a while before being served (the sausage and gravy weren't hot either but they at least had a little warmth) - I wanted to get some items from the bakery but after being so disappointed in the breakfast I passed THE PRICE: Reasonably priced for the portion size - 2 Coffees ($3 each) - Country Benedict ($15.25) - Holstein Schnitzel ($18.75) - German Pancake ($6.75) - Opa's Smoked Sausage Link ($5) BEST BITES: - Opa's smoked sausage link (flavorful and juicy) THE VERDICT: This was my first visit to Old German Bakery & Restaurant after seeing it recommended online by so many people but I left wishing I had eaten breakfast somewhere else. Maybe the bakery is better than the breakfast but I won't be recommending it to anyone I know visiting Fredericksburg.