I've heard nothing but wonderful things about the Storehouse Marker & Eatery. The food is farm to…read moretable and sourced locally here. Honestly you can taste the quality of the food by the taste! First time here and it will surely will not be my last. This place is now added fi my list of favorite places to eat at! The service is impeccable and the ambiance is really nice. Such a special dinner or a treat yourself to a fine quality meal! What I ordered: * the stuffed quail with curry sauce- 5/5 the best quail I've ever had ans the curry sauce stood up to any Thai restaurant curry! So freaking good! I was sad to hear this dish is being rotated off since they usually change their menu base on season. There will be another quail dish in place of this one but it will be different. Now I just gotta remember to come in September for this dish if it makes its way back on the menu. * fried okra- 5/5 like wow! It's light airy and everything to enjoy with the okra that you could possible have! The batter is seasoned and it paired so well with the sauce. I could eat a bucket of these! Highly recommend this ! * risotto- 5/5 my friend got this dish and she's vegetarian. She enjoyed it! * duck confit - 4/5 it good but not something I will repeatedly order! I love the pickled sides to eat with it. In my personal opinion I felt like it was missing something. The duck was moist. * Foccacia bread 5/5 a must order and do not skip! I bake sourdough Foccacia but mine is nothing compare to this one! Good lord how is this bread so freaking good! It's buttery and some how cheesey but it's Foccacia! Seriously the best Foccacia I've ever had in my life. Do I recommend this place? Hop in your vehicle and hurry up and head to this restaurant! The food is phenomenal and it's a little gem! It got Austin vibes and is such a great place to eat at! I can't wait to return to try the other items on the menu! Highly recommended!

I've been to Store House twice now and I can confidently say this is one of the better places I've…read moreeaten in Bastrop. My first visit was a couple weeks ago for dinner with my sister. I loved the whole experience. It's such a cute space and has that elevated feel without feeling overly fancy or uncomfortable. We started with the grilled focaccia and Watermelon on Fire, and both were excellent. The watermelon was one of those dishes that sounds a little questionable on paper but completely works once you taste it. Sweet, savory, a little spicy and really fresh. We also had the Texas quail, which was beautifully cooked and full of flavor. I had the blackberry bourbon cocktail and loved that too. What really stood out during dinner though was how personable the service was. We never felt rushed and our server actually engaged with us, which made an already good dinner feel even better. I went back this past Saturday for brunch with my sister, her husband and my fiancé. It was definitely a livelier experience with more people around, but still a really nice atmosphere for a Saturday brunch. The service was good and everything came out as expected, although it didn't have quite the same personal touch that I experienced during my first visit. Between the four of us we got to try quite a bit. The shrimp and grits were rich, buttery and seasoned really well. The smoky pork tostada was packed with flavor and the potatoes on the side were honestly some of my favorite bites on the table. The French toast and fried chicken was as good as it looked, with crispy chicken, fruit and just enough sweetness. The only thing I wasn't completely sold on was the biscuits and gravy. The gravy was brown, which threw me off because that's not what I normally expect from sausage gravy, and the biscuits were a little too dense for my preference. The flavor wasn't bad at all, it just wouldn't be my first choice the next time I go. Other than that, Store House has been a hit for me on both visits. The food feels thoughtful without trying too hard, the plates are beautiful, and the restaurant works just as well for a dinner with your sister as it does for brunch with a group. I'll definitely be back.

Food was great and the serving staff were prompt and kind. We had a great family breakfast here.read more

I usually just check in, but today I'm giving an update. On this trip we've eaten brunch for the…read morelast five days. We alternate between the buffet and eating off of the menu. Elliot, Amber, AJ, and Jill take really good care of us. I was cold and AJ even secured a blanket for me. I love the wild flower stained glass along the ceiling. I wish they still served lunch and dinner at HH. My only negative is that lunch and dinner are only in the bar so we go into Bastrop for those meals since the bar menu gets boring after a few days. It is fun watching the raccoons and kitty cats while you eat. There are lots of animals to watch. That said, Bastrop has some excellent restaurants. We are already looking forward to our next stay at Lost Pines.

We arrived about 15 minutes early for our reservation at Sushi by Scratch upstairs, so naturally…read more.. we made a strategic detour. Enter Maude's Bar & Terrace, located inside the Hyatt Regency Lost Pines Resort & Spa in Cedar Creek. Maude's has that Texas Southern energy super relaxed but still lively with a seamless indoor-outdoor flow that makes you want to linger. The bartenders were attentive without hovering and crafted some seriously delicious and reasonably priced cocktails. After dinner, we found ourselves back again for a few more rounds. By then the bar was full and busy which only added to the vibe. It's the perfect place for casual meetups, a pre-dinner cocktail, or winding down during your resort stay. If you're at Lost Pines, Maude's is an easy yes. Come check them out!

The bartenders are pleasantly and chatty, which we like. The patrons are also very friendly and it…read moreis nice to visit with people from different places. The bar is inside and the eating area is outside on a wooden deck under the trees overlooking the grounds. It is very pleasant. The food is very basic and mediocre.

NEIGHBORS KITCHEN & YARD -- BASTROP, TEXAS…read more It's currently approximately $197° in Texas and somehow Doug and I STILL walk into restaurants asking the same ridiculous question: "Can we sit outside?" At Neighbors Kitchen & Yard? YOU ABSOLUTELY WANT TO SIT OUTSIDE. Oh. My. Stars. Their multi-level outdoor space overlooks the Colorado River and has plenty of shade cloth, fans AND misters--which means even those of us determined to dine outdoors during the surface-of-the-sun portion of the Texas calendar can actually enjoy ourselves. Neighbors is located at The Crossing in Bastrop, which is a really cool little destination of its own with other businesses and shopping nearby. But let's get to the important stuff... BEER. CHEESE. DOGS. GREAT SERVICE. We happened to visit while they're trying out a Golden Hour special for September from 4-6 PM. Selected draft beers are $2 off, and appetizers--except wings--are also $2 off. Naturally... We considered it our responsibility to thoroughly investigate both specials. For research purposes, obviously. We tried FOUR different beers. Doug's winner was the Blonde. Mine? The BLUEBERRY BEER over ice. AWWEEEE SHITTTT. That was GOOD. Then came the food. OG Warm Cheese Dip Phenomenal. I would happily sit beside the Colorado River with that cheese dip and a beer and call it dinner. Doug ordered the Brussels sprouts. TO. DIE. FOR. Seriously, we were completely happy with everything we tried. But here's another thing that will get me every single time... They LOVE dogs. Not "we technically allow dogs." DOG FRIENDLY. Our pups were welcomed and immediately received two separate bowls of water. Little details like that tell me a lot about a place. And then there's Sadi, our server. SPECTACULAR. Friendly, attentive and one of those servers who helps turn a good outing into a place you're already talking about visiting again before you've even left. Great food. Great beer. Great specials. Fantastic service. Dogs genuinely welcomed. Beautiful Colorado River views. And an outdoor setup designed by people who apparently understand that some of us are stubborn enough to sit outside in Texas no matter WHAT. We LOVE it here. We will absolutely be back. Which brings us to... TW'S REAL PANTS RATING: -- 5 out of 5 Real Pants Would Doug and I leave the campground and put on real pants to come back? AWWEEEE SHITTTT... apparently we'd put them on in 197° weather. Neighbors didn't just earn all five pairs. They earned 'em with a river view, cold beer, warm cheese dip and water bowls for the dogs. That's how you knock our britches off. Portions were larger. We dove right in before pics.

This was our first visit to Neighbor's Kitchen & Yard. Sianna was our server and she was…read moreoutstanding!! We spent a couple of hours here (on a Saturday) because we were just chillin' and not in a hurry. The covered patio was perfect of a hot July day! We had an appetizer and a couple of Iron Bridge beers first. Then we ordered the Caprese Sandwich and a large pizza that was half "Gettin' figgy wit it" and half "Riverside Veggie". OMG! It was amazing! We also had the whiskey flight, an Old Pro and a Gold Rush. We completely loved everything that we ordered. And again, Sianna was such a great server. Very attentive and friendly without being over the top. We definitely will come back and ask for her next time we visit Bastrop. Great job guys! I can easily see why y'all are voted the best pizza! Thanks for such an amazing experience

Here Nor There was a fantastic experience. The interior vibe is quite lovely. My partner and I sat…read morein one of the side velvet booths. I loved how personal that area felt. We were able to have a conversation without feeling like others were listening. The music is very different than the vibe of the actual area. They were playing different rap & hip-hop artists. It was loud, but I enjoyed it. It felt very Austin-y. Loved the drinks. There was one that had something to do with Bob's Lake, or something like that. That drink was absolutely delicious. We also got the caviar service, and I really enjoyed that. Was not crazy about the blinis, I believe they were made with black corn flour. The crème fraîche was very nice. Very nice night out. This place also doesn't feel overly expensive. It's expensive, but in a similar price range to other cocktail bars in the area.

You're gonna love the vibe of this speakeasy. I visited for the first time on a Wednesday evening…read moreand enjoyed a handcrafted menu (literally, the menu is hand drawn) full of unique and delectable cocktails. There is something for everyone--no kidding. I loved their spin on a Paloma and my friends enjoyed standard items like old fashions and Moscow mules. Very very comfortable lounge seating, plush velvet and other soft textiles with leatherette coasters. Very elevated and calm. Music is perfect but kinda loud so conversation is a bit of a struggle. It is very very very dark in there so it's super intimate and features candles and mini tap light lamps. If you have sight or mobility issues, you may not like this venue from a safety standpoint. Steep incline stairs lead down to this dungeon like hold. I would return in a heartbeat. Must have the password. Exclusive and decadent is the mood. So if it matches you, you have to visit!

The service was phenomenal! Our beerista was very helpful and nice…read more A great selection of Texas beers and beyond on tap to try. My husband was so excited to see that they carried the Lexington Kentucky Bourbon Barrel Ale. It was very good! We also tried the Thirsty Planet Thirsty Goat Amber from San Marcos. Wowza! It was delicious! It was a fun place either way lots of beer options, domestic beers as well. Pinball machines, too!

Bastrop Beer Company was a good spot for us tourists to make one of our landing spots at not long…read moreafter getting off the plane. This business is more of a taphouse with lots of guest taps and lots of bottles and cans to go. Many of them are from local breweries or Texas breweries so that made this a great stop when we are hanging out in the hotel room and wanting to share a beer. It can be misleading coming to places like this that they are a brewery that makes their own beer but I saw no sign or indication of such a thing here. But since we weren't local there were plenty of brews to try that were local. I got a great Pecan Porter that was very tasty and a nice beer to unwind to despite it being a bit warm outside (which is usually when I want light beers). The place was fairly busy but Bastrop is a bit of a touristy town and the location of this place is right downtown so it makes sense. Anyway it was a good experience coming here!

Atmosphere | 5/5 I…read moreLOVE this place! The ambiance is absolutely beautiful. The dim lighting, intimate setting, and overall atmosphere make it one of my favorite spots in Austin for a date night. It's romantic without feeling overly formal, and everything about the space feels thoughtfully put together. Drinks | 5/5 The cocktail selection is EXTENSIVE! And I mean extensive! There's so much variety, and I love having so many options to explore. The drinks are consistently well-made, and you can tell there's real attention to detail behind them. Definitely one of my favorite places in Austin for cocktails. Light Bites | 5/5 They have a great selection of light bites to enjoy with your cocktails. The charcuterie is delicious, and their cheesecake is AMAZING! I appreciate that the food is just as thoughtfully prepared as the drinks. It's the perfect amount of food for an evening of cocktails and conversation. Service | 5/5 The servers are always wonderful! Friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable. The service really complements the atmosphere and makes the entire experience even better. Overall Experience | 5/5

It's a really nice cocktail bar with interesting cocktail options and finger foods. I went here…read morefor my cousin's birthday. I had an old fashioned and the hummus plate. One of my cousins had the charcuterie board. Both were delicious. Our waiter took good care of us. I like that they have an assortment of drinks from different decades. There seems to be a drink for every palate. If alcohol isn't your thing, they have mocktails. The ambiance was nice. The lights were warm and low. Old movies played on the wall from a projector. Walls are lined with vintage books. Overall, I think this is a cool place. I look forward to returning.

We booked a reservation, which you definitely need if you want to go here. We were amazed by the…read moresetup. Seriously such a cool experience! The inside was so fun with the sound of the vinyls playing and people chatting while enjoying their cocktails. We sat at the bar, and it was a blast talking with the bartenders about the different drinks. You can tell they put so much thought and work into every cocktail. I seriously cannot wait to come back. This is a must-try spot

My husband and I came here to try out their drinks. They also have some snacks and small dishes…read morethat you can make a meal up of. It's a very intimate bar with great attention to the level of music and vibes. We really enjoyed the music of the evening and had a great time chatting with the bartenders. I really like how they have a section for low alcohol and mocktails. I look forward to seeing more of these. I ordered the moon jelly and I love love love this drink. Omg. It's very subtle and smooth. Not too strong and doesn't dilute too fast after a while. Great if you like hints of cherries and teas. We paid street parking via text according to the parking signs. The garage parking across the street was... a lot so use this as a last resort. You must rsvp and they are very strict on timing. Once seated, you have a 1 hour 45 minute time limit.

I came to stay at Lost Pines with my husband, infant and toddler, fully expecting to have to eat…read moreprimarily my pre packaged gluten free snacks. To my surprise and delight, that was not the case. Mavericks was a celiac's dream, where not only were there were identifiers on the menu (GF, DF, NF), they had a gluten free fryer, and almost everything on the menu could be made gluten free. I ate so well plus the food was delicious, I will definitely be back.

Nice vibe and you can pretty much dress any way you want after a day at this wonderful resort…read more Varied menu, but pretty short on entrées. The hanger steak was delicious and very well seasoned. Fried pickles were an oddly served offering but OK. The large appetizer pretzel was a home run as it was freshly baked out of the oven or tasted that way served with a delicious mustard, and just yummy! Service was great! My wife had a chopped salad with a piece of steak on top that looked very good and she enjoyed it. I think that this place is on the pricey side, but good nonetheless.

Stopped in to catch a quick Cowboys game while in town visiting family. Cool place, nice vibes!…read more Extremely friendly crowd and staff. The patty melt was AWESOME! Nachos looked amazing. We'll be back when in town visiting my parents.

The bouncer is cool I went back to a charity event and the food spot was gone d and they had a good…read moreHalloween and water fight party bathrooms still gross service got better need more mocktails for those of us that don't care much for alcohol