Update 02-03-2024 7…read moreCreeks continues to produce some of the best wines in Central Texas. Stopped by this weekend because one of our favorite chefs was onsite doing his thing... Papa Paella! Hands down the best paella we have ever had! That's another review though! LOL The Horne family that owns and runs 7 Creeks are great folks. Always stopping by to visit (when they can, it stays pretty busy on weekend days), and they're all willing to talk about how they make the wine, wine and food pairing, etc. They offer some food items, e.g., charcuterie board, Fat Boy Cheese and crackers (if you haven't had Fat Boy cheese, you gotta get you some of that-- delicious!). And, they welcome you bringing your own food. It's a good place for families, usually quite a few there, plenty of room for kids to run around and exhaust themselves! :-) 7 Creeks usually has live music on Saturdays, and often has special menus cooked and offered by Jerry Horne, he is a fantastic cook... gumbo, street tacos, etc. Well worth your time to stop by the winery in Burnet, TX. Highly recommend 7 Creeks Vineyard.

Our new favorite Texas winery :) Gorgeous place to sit and enjoy a refreshing glass of wine. The…read moreowner is knowledgeable and fun to talk to. Sweet Blondie is such a cute dog and even on one of the bottles. Going to be our new go to!

We have loved this place for over a year now ! We as wine club members enjoy our complimentary…read moreglass of wine on a date night and come out for al the fun events like the annual chili cook off and Christmas stroll. The view is breathtaking as well as the company. This place provides a perfect get away from the big city and a great family feeling. We will continue to come back and recommend it to anyone who lives a good spot to relax and have a glass of wine. Also, kid friendly when certain events happen and animal friendly as there is a winery dog who hangs out and lives in the guest.

Gail and Kenny (the owners) are down to earth and run a unpretentious winery. I enjoy sweet wines…read moreand their "Cadet" wine was my favorite. On a sunny day it would be a great peaceful place to spend the afternoon. It has plenty good wine, outdoor games and seating. well worth the drive. On a separate note I went on a rainy day and we walked inside to find Kenny and Gail's visiting family inside. They were some of the nicest people I've ever met. Thanks for the fun afternoon

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.

The Vineyard at Florence is a lovely place but on Saturday, an employee - I believe her name is…read moreCrystal truly disrespected me and my guests. I walked in the side door to go to game room (not the restaurant) with 3 other guests and my service dog, who is a small Shih Tzu, he did not have is vest on, but he has been there many time before without his vest. Crystal literally jumps out of her chair in her office and runs in the hallway to scream at me that I can't have my dog in there in front of everyone, she did not pull me to side, she did not use any customer service skills, she just screamed at me. I told her he was a service dog and I think she said well he has to have his vest with the worst attitude. I did as she requested and removed the dog from the building and sat outside with my dog. This was a work meeting for me with clients and she embarrassed me, upset my clients and honestly I have never seen someone so passionate about kicking out a cute shih-tzu in my life. It was like she was having a bad day or something and she wanted to take it out on me. I have been coming to the vineyard over a decade and I've never seen a sign saying no pets allowed maybe the rules changed, and I will gladly comply if they did, but it was not that the fact that she asked me to remove the dog, it was the tone and the way she yelled at me that was so concerning and I think as a vineyard you should know about this incident and that lots of people have pets, Austin is a pet friendly city and she could have been a lot kinder and use some customer service skills to get her point across with the little class and grace that you expect from a vineyard establishment. Everyone is there to have a good time and have a meaningful experience with the staff, not get yelled by an unhinged employee. I have nothing but good things to say about the other employees, everyone is always kind and gracious. Next time we return Louis will have his service dog vest on.

My husband and I have been visiting Flanigans every time we hit Central TX since around 2016--right…read moreafter they opened. Back then it was just the two owners (a married couple). It's delightful how they've grown. Flannigans is clearly a labor of love (for alcohol, architecture, food and Texas history) and the joy of experimentation. Food is great, wine is great, spirits are exceptional. The Texas American Gothic (TAG) is a completely unique experience that needs to spread. TX liquor distributors need to jump on this yesterday. Catch Kevin (one of the owners) at the right time and you just might find yourself in a trivia battle!

Great experience and drinks. The owner is fantastic and well versed in the art of distilling…read morespirits. Well worth the trip to Bertram!

Incredible views, incredible service, good enough food + wine…read more We did a little pit stop after Inks Lake state park and enjoyed the views. We got the fig and prosciutto pizza (had feta and balsamic glaze on top) and it was decent. It would have been better with some arugula on top! It needs a little bit of savory for it to not lean too far into a dessert pizza. Very much appreciated they made the food in-house compared to some of the other wineries in the hill country.

Stacy was a great host for our tasting, and steered us in the direction of awesome pizzas for…read morelunch. The view, even on a cloudy day, was so enjoyable and our first Texas wine tasting visit did not disappoint! We can't wait to return. Loved the wall of funny wine quotes and signs near the restroom and there was even a TV inside to keep up with the football score that day.

Such a cute little place!! Amazing wine maker, Gill, is a joy to visit with. All of the wines are…read moredelicious. Nice patio area and family friendly.

An exceptional 'boutique' winery out in the wilds of Lampasas and very much worth your time…read more Pillar Bluff lacks the pretentiousness of other wineries, and is even what I'd call 'homey'! The owner, Gil, was on hand to lead us through a flight of wines (I believe it was $5 for 5 tastings) and he effortlessly charmed us through the entire selection. He's obviously very proud of the work they do at Pillar Bluff, and deservedly so. Of particular note are a very fruity Chenin Blanc and Ruby Port. But the standout is a sweet and crisp Reisling - one of a very few wineries in Hill Country to offer one, and it's excellent! Definitely add this winery to your list if you're willing head off the beaten track between Dripping Springs and Fredericksburg.

It was great getting back out to the Perissos estate this weekend. Since our initial visit, the…read morewinemaking team has clearly refined their aging process, and the culinary side is firing on all cylinders. I sampled the Bruschetta. The healthy portion of Burrata cheese, the acidity in the balsamic glaze and tomatoes creates a seamless match with the Sangiovese, enhancing the wine's red fruit characteristics without washing out the palate. For this trip, I also tasted the 2023 Meritage, a dark, complex blend anchored by Texas grown grapes including Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon balanced with Cabernet Franc. Offers layered aromas of cassis, graphite, baking spices and grounded by structured, firm tannins. My previous review included the feedback that prices were incredibly high. Now, the prices of everything else has caught up. Good job Team Perissos. The hospitality of the staff is why we moved to Texas in the 80s. I'm well traveled and I can tell you, Texas hospitality is beyond compare.

Came on a Saturday right when they open. The space is large with tables in the the front and the…read moreback. It gives it a homey feel. The staff is very nice, but can get slow when it is crowded. Known for Texas wine and Italian varietals. My husband and I shared a tasting and it was pretty good. The tempranillo was my favorite. They also over a variety of food and live music on the weekends!

A nice spacious spot outside of Austin that's great for chill drinking, relaxed hang outs, and fun…read moresocializing. I came here with some family so we had a party of eight, we had plenty of room at a large table inside. There are indeed mules on site in case anyone was wondering. You may not get to see them depending on weather and their moods. The staff are all friendly and helpful. There's both indoor and outdoor seating, we stayed inside to get away from the July in Texas heat. The food is good. Just some solid snacks to go with your wine samples. Get a pizza or some dips, skip the cheese boards. Also, skip the premixed espresso martini. The flights are a great way to try a lot of drinks. The brewery nearby also has beer flights which was an interesting experience since I picked a bunch of random ones. Maybe curate yours a bit better than I did.

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.

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!!

it was an Amazing experience. Everyone was Professional and kind. Will be returning regularly.read more

We stopped in for a tasting this afternoon. The vintner was on hand to give his very helpful input…read moreon each of the wines we sampled. All were enjoyable and the Tannant was outstanding! Thank you for such an enjoyable experience and for letting our two Jack Russell's enjoy their time too. We look forward to sharing the wines we purchased with friends. Mona & Mike