A Hidden Gem with the Perfect Vibe!…read more Sips on Second is one of those rare spots that instantly makes you feel like you've found something special. The ambiance is a whole vibe with moody lighting, great energy, and music that sets the perfect tone. It captures the speakeasy feel beautifully without trying too hard. The mixologists here are top tier. The cocktail menu is creative and beautifully balanced, but what really stands out is how accommodating they are. They will craft something unique to match your taste and always have thoughtful recommendations. Every drink feels intentional. The team is genuinely friendly and welcoming, which makes every visit feel personal. Occasionally, they bring in a live piano player, adding that extra touch of class and atmosphere. It's perfect for couples, date nights, or a relaxed evening with friends, whether it's two people or a small group, it never feels crowded. The location is great too, easy to get to, yet tucked away enough to feel like a true hidden gem. If you're looking for a place with great drinks, amazing service, and an absolutely unforgettable vibe, Sips on Second is it.

Very nice cocktail lounge / speakeasy. Very good service. Good drinks. Very clean with good…read moreentertainment. Will be back.

We were looking for a nice restaurant that was having a costume contest and decided on Adele's…read more I've never been here before, and I'm always looking to give new places a try! The ambience in this restaurant is great! They have a big bar area, with comfy chairs and tables in their lounge. It's separated from the dining area. There's enough room for live music, which they had on Halloween. Low lighting throughout for an intimate feel. We were greeted and seated immediately, but we were a little disappointed in the lack of attendance at 8:30 PM. We had a couple of drinks and a couple of items off of the appetizer menu, and then ultimately decided to head to Johnson City to see what festivities were going on there. The appetizer pricing seemed a little high to me ($20 each plate) but the dishes tasted good. The croquettes are really rich and cheesy. I didn't get a lot of lamb flavor from the flautas, but they were good. They also had free chicken wings and chips & salsa for their Halloween event. The wings & salsa were excellent! If we had stayed another 20 minutes, we probably could've won the costume contest ($50 prize) because we were the only ones dressed up besides the staff, but we didn't want wait until 10PM. It's a classy joint with a speak-easy kind of vibe. Give it a try!

This is an amazing hidden gem. When you walk in, you can feel an upscale, relaxed vibe. There are…read moremany seating options: the bar, the lounge, the dining area, and the patio (patio does allow smoking.) We went in a Saturday when they had live music. They have local artists come in every week. The music was great and they had the volume low enough where you could still have a conversation if you wanted. The staff was so nice and attentive. They gave great recommendations of the menu. They have an good wine selection. Most of the bottles are from Flat Creek Winery. We had the 4 Horseman which was full-bodied. Definitely would recommend. The baked brie is delicious! It tastes so good with the bread. We had the lemon garlic penne with chicken. The sauce is so delicious and you can distinctly taste the lemon and garlic. The pasta was cooked to perfection. The chicken Marsala was good. Being a mushroom fan, I would have loved more mushrooms in the sauce, but overall was tasty. This was our first time at Adele's but it definitely won't be our last!

August 2025 First visit, free parking with plenty of…read moreparking spaces and an inclined slope leading to the restaurant's circular drive at the door. Large lobby with bench seating, hostess stand, seating indoors and on patio, with a friendly staff. Short wait, maybe 20 minutes with no dinner reservation, then we were ushered to our patio seating for the perfect weather and view. A railing lines the back patio to prevent falls below and provides great selfie opportunities. The noise level was raised from ok to loud when a group of young adult men sat nearby. Waitstaff was busy yet managed to flag down. Ordered TOMAHAHK SCHNITZEL 5/5 BACON PARM MAC 4/5 RED SNAPPER 3/5 Definitely will return for a visit.

Bay View for dinner. Laura took excellent care of us. Started with some drinks and their crab dip…read more The dip was yummy. We started with salads. Wife had the pork chop. I had the steak and fries. Daughter had the crab stuffed flounder. Son had the NY strip. All the food was good and tasty. For dessert cheesecake. Drove with their parking lot golf cart guy to our car. Good food friendly staff. Worth a visit. 5/5. Ask for Laura.

Shadow and Light is such a fun place in a great spot! Super cute decor inside, very clean and neat…read more Friendly bartenders and servers were very nice to us- and the food was delicious. I love that they don't just have typical bar food but have fun elevated items. Their cocktails are also fantastic. Definitely recommend this place!

OMG! My eyes just rolled back and I Loved IT! Just had the deviled eggs and they are amazing!…read more S&L is still my husband and I's staple when we come to the lake and has become our adult children's staple as well. Great food, amazing drinks, & staff that exceeds every expectation! Still a must come spot in Burnet! And try the drink called Light, delicious with a pop of magical smoke.

Our waitress, Makenzie, did an amazing job taking care of us. It was our first time there and we…read morewere treated like family. I had the pork tacos and my husband had the cat fish. I'm sorry we didn't get any pics of the food, but it was gone before we knew what happened. The restaurant is situated on the banks of Lake LBJ. It boasts a beautiful view and the patrons were super nice! The price was very reasonable for a lovely dinner. We ended our night with a slice of chocolate cake à la mode and two cups of coffee...yum! You've got to come! You'll love it!

Tried this place for lunch. The pros: awesome views and…read moreprices The cons: it wasn't very busy but it was a very long wait. The food was just average.

I made reservations for my best friends birthday, upon arrival were greeted…read moreimmediately with a smile and a reserved table. Food and drinks were great, our waitress was amazing. This is a great local find, we will be back!

If I could give this place zero stars I would. The worst service ever. My husband and I came in at…read morenoon looking forward to having brunch. When we arrived the restaurant was pretty empty. Besides my husand and I, there was one other party seated in the dining area. We were seated at the table pretty prompt and got our water and that was the extent of the service we got. It took the waitress 10 mins to take our order and another 20 mins to get a drink from the bar that my husband ordered,, why it took so long, no clue as there were only 3 people at the bar. After we placed our orders, 2 other groups came in and were seated and their order was taken almost immediately. Within 15 mins of them ordering, their food arrived and one by one the party that placed their order after us all got their food, while my husband and waited for close to an hour. The excuse we received was there was a glitch in the device used to take the order. How that impacts us not getting our food while others did, go figure. Extremely disappointed in this place and it's service. You have lost a local customer.

This class was absolutely amazing! I never knew how much went into making sourdough bread and now…read morethat I do I see how they can justify charging what they charge. But hopefully after learning from Alex, I will be able to make this on my own. This was a great collaboration with The Velvet Hen and VanBrocklin's Bistro. We learned the entire process beginning to end on how to make sourdough and the different folds and techniques to get the proper size crumb. We got to go home with our own jar of the families 244 year old sourdough starter named Petunia, and learned how to feed her and care for her. We got to bake a loaf there and learned why it's so important to wait 2 hours before cutting into it. I am desperately looking forward to more classes in the future, this was a great experience!

The bottled beer was good and the people were nice. The French Kiss (a signature drink) tasted like…read morebad cranberry juice & vodka, the prime rib my husband ordered was an unseasoned thin choice steak at my best, the raspberry chipotle sauce was awful, salmon dry and unseasoned, with a mound of unseasoned white rice, and vegetables that came out of a steamed bag, the truffle fries were just okay at best & came without sauce, the music was two men that couldn't sing but could play the guitar sufficiently. The only resemblance to the pictures with other reviews was the interior & patio. The tab was a $100.

We took a drive out to Kingsland based off a recommendation to check out Junction Prime (for a…read morebirthday) and am happy to report it was a wonderful experience. Nestled in a rather striking building, what awaited us was a wonderfully moody interior with large booths. Lots of tasteful touches and theming with a retro flair. We started with the bread (which was huge) and came with butter and roasted garlic bulbs. Also ordered the Caesar salad which was garlicky and improved with the grilled lemons and the calamari- Which tasted awesome with the aioli. Presentation was immaculate and the servers and restaurant managers were on point! They offered pleasant chat and stories. For entrees we got ribeyes (16oz!) Which was offered cut, Peter Luger style and split it. We ordered a ton of sides, and they were excellent. My favorites were the amazing truffle fries (generously thick cut, crispy) and the beets & cream (sweet and acidic) which complimented the steaks really well. The Brussels sprouts were excellent as well, not too sweet and roasted perfect. For the birthday the managers brought us complimentary desserts and a signed card which was a nice touch. Its not a cheap steakhouse by any means, but on average with any other steakhouse in this day and age. I do like that they do some things differently though and offered their own personal touches though, it stood out. Will definitely be back. We loved our time there, would highly recommend.

I love this place. What a great addition to our dining experience! The cocktails are great, I love…read morethe Hugo! Doesn't matter if it is Alex, Conner, or Jerry, the cocktails and service at the bar is great. I love the prime rib Great place for dinner.

This is the cutest little place for a fun drink plenty of space to play card games with your…read morefriends overall a really great vibe and the bartender was really helpful with finding spots to go out that night too.

We decided to explore Fredericksburg, and our first stop was The Saloon--and it was a great choice…read more I had two mini frozen margaritas, and they were both tasty and strong, just how I like them. I also tried the mini frozen whiskey coke, which was surprisingly really yummy. The bartender was friendly, gave great drink recommendations, and even helped us out with dinner suggestions for later that Friday night, which we really appreciated. The atmosphere was fun and lively and definitely gave off classic Western saloon vibes. It was the perfect spot to kick off our Fredericksburg weekend, and I'd absolutely stop back again.

First time being here and i have to say its great spot. I believe you have to make a reservation…read more My friend made one and glad she did. My friend never been here as well and we both decided to come for my bday. Best decision ever. I had the short rib and it was tender and mash potatoes was delicious. I would recommend this place. My friend had the ribeye and salad. Both dish amazing. The service was fantastic. Our server did an amazing job. She was on point. The place got packed for a Thursday night. The music was chill. I will most definitely come back again to try something else. If you have a birthday come here. You will see why. Its a great experience.

This was my first time visiting The Gramercy since we recently moved to Lakeway. It's been on our…read moreradar for quite some time, and with my brother in town, we decided to give it a try on a Tuesday night. It was quite busy when we arrived, which immediately set a good mood. The energy inside was great, the decor is beautiful, and the whole space gives off 1920s Great Gatsby vibes. The bar scene looked lively, and plenty of guests seemed to be enjoying themselves. We were offered seating on one of the couches near the entrance but chose a more private table instead. Our server was pleasant and kind, though he appeared new. A few small things were missed. Our appetizer plates sat on the table for about 15 to 20 minutes before being cleared, and fresh utensils were not brought out. The wait time for drinks, appetizers, and our main courses was quite long. It felt like we were there close to two hours, with about 30 to 45 minutes between each course. I arrived starving, and unfortunately the long waits made me cranky and impatient and started to affect my appetite. When our drinks finally arrived, I ordered the seasonal apple cider margarita. I was hoping it would be festive and delicious, but it turned out to be very tangy and bitter and not quite the cozy, fall-inspired drink I had expected. My husband and brother did enjoy their drinks, though. The pork belly appetizer, which came highly recommended, was a mixed experience. I would give it a 10 out of 10 for flavor but a 5 out of 10 for texture. The burnt end was extremely tough to cut through, even with effort, and my knife was not strong enough. While it did taste good, it was not the most tender pork belly I have had. I have had versions that truly melt in your mouth, and this one was much chewier. The fried shrimp appetizer was a solid 7 out of 10. It tasted good, but it did not stand out or wow me. The presentation set higher expectations for the flavor than what came through, and the sauce did not feel particularly unique. For my entree, I ordered the hamburger. It was good and well prepared, but nothing especially memorable, just a solid, classic burger. My brother ordered the fish sandwich and absolutely loved his. We had the chance to speak with the owner, who was very kind and friendly. He is clearly passionate about his restaurant and genuinely wants to continue making it better, which I truly appreciate. I am glad we finally made it in to try The Gramercy. Overall, I would be willing to come back. I think it would be a great spot for weekday drinks, appetizers, or brunch, especially during a busy work week. And I love that it is open late until 12 a.m., which is not very common in Lakeway.