I was looking for a spot to grab brunch after hiking around Lake Georgetown and stumbled upon this…read morenewer place on the square. The space has an industrial-chic feel with both indoor and outdoor seating. Since I was dining solo, I grabbed a seat at the bar. Service was friendly and attentive, and the bartender highlighted their bottomless mimosa special which I happily took advantage of. To balance things out, I ordered the BLTA sandwich, which was simple yet delicious. The menu was reasonably priced and refreshingly straightforward which I appreciated. I could easily see myself coming back the next time I'm in Georgetown to check out their happy hour or dinner options.

This place checks all the boxes. It's a tapas house. We…read moretried the patatas bravas, charcuterie, and bruschetta. All were great! They have an outstanding cocktail menu with something for everyone. The start here though is the service. Everyone from top to bottom was friendly and professional. I don't have one complaint. Can't wait to go back.

Georgie's in Georgetown is a casual and laid back restaurant and bar. My friend and I stopped here…read morefor a rest during the Red Poppy festival. The environment inside the restaurant was warm and welcoming. There was a stand outside Georgie's restaurant taking drink orders to go. Other than downtown Austin, I was not aware where you could drink adult beverages outside a restaurant or bar. We ordered a crab cake, Georgie's margarita and a frozen margarita. The drinks were refreshing after being in the sun for a bit. The crab cake was good but could have used a little less mayonnaise. Our server, while quite busy, managed to stay attentive to our requests. Great food and drinks...

Mehhh Super cute spot in Downtown Georgetown that had been…read moreon my list of places to try. We had a table at a high top by the door. Service was good, food was just ok. We started with the George Margarita and the specialty spritzer with gin, both were tasty and not too sweet. In addition to the ceviche, oysters and crab claws. No oyster options, they had Texas east coast farmed which were ok, not too large or small with a sweetness. The ceviche was missing something so I added salt and that did the trick but the accompanying chips were . They had no flavor and a stale consistency ‍ maybe that was the intent. The crab claws were a little fishy and had way too much broth but overall weren't bad, maybe 3/5. For entrees I decided to go smash burger and fried shrimp/oyster basket. Smash burger was well prepared, I swapped fries with broccolini. The fried seafood was a miss. The batter was similar to an unseasoned tempura and the hush puppies were very doughy, that dish is a pass. I'd return but will stick with appetizers or the burger but if I'm craving seafood there definitely are better options even if that means going outside of Georgetown.

The Golden Rule checks all the boxes for me: great vibe, patio, cocktails, food, and service…read more We have visited there on several occasions for drinks and dinner, and have always had a great experience. Husband loves their vast selection of bourbons and ryes, and my go-to Paloma is always perfect. They do have some interesting menu options, like a spicy pimento spread and a smashed elk burger. Coming with a gang they have private dining rooms. Reservations are recommended for the weekend, especially for dinner.

Just an update on this place. Honestly, I think this place is still a solid spot especially close…read moreto the Georgetown square. It's beautiful inside and I seem to find myself here during Sunday brunch. The service is friendly though I will say a bit slow for this latest visit but I'm pretty sure it was only one person working the whole back section. Food wise: still delicious! My steak was cooked beautifully.

Went by on a whim was going for the brick and ale, they don't open till 5 PM ! they were closed so…read morewe went to Jack's lounge. Ordered a salad Caesar and brussels sprouts with bacon and pecans. Delicious Deb was the waitress very friendly. Thanks. Keep up the good work.

Kimberly was fantastic - she was very attentive, service was great and she remembered everyone for…read morethe duration of our stay.

Ordered the Grumpy Old Fashioned and another drink. But the old fashioned had me blown away. Forget…read morethe other drink... If that's what grumpy tastes like, sign me up. Rich. Smooth. That hint of chocolate bitterness sneaking in like it has secrets it's not ready to share. Strong, confident, and completely unbothered -- the kind of drink that doesn't raise its voice because it doesn't have to. No unnecessary frills. No overcomplicated theatrics. Just a perfectly crafted cocktail that respects tradition but adds a little dark, sultry wink. It lingers just long enough to make you lean in for another sip. 10/10. Grumpy never tasted so good -- and I wouldn't mind getting into trouble with it again. The bar itself? Classy without being stuffy. The kind of place where you can show up dressed up or dressed down and still feel like you belong. Dim lighting, great vibe, zero pretension. I'll absolutely be back, service was stellar. No food items this time, but definitely will be back!

What a delightful night. This was the first time we been here since shortly after they opened. Our…read morefirst visit wasn't fantastic. This visit was much much better. The place is narrow and can get loud. We were still able to talk at our table. The food menu is somewhat small. There are options for most tastes. I had the chicken Caesar. It was excellent and I highly recommend it. My wife had the fish and chips and was very happy with it. I do recommend finishing with the sticky toffee pudding. It was a great finish to the meal. Lots of options for cocktails and beers as well. Looking forward to going back

Great vibe, super attentive wait staff and food comes right through the door from Conejo. Very goodread more

This is my friends go to bar as it is literally in her neighborhood. We've gone here many times and…read morehave had a great time. The drinks are always good. I get my usual an old fashioned & it's always good. The music s hit or miss but you can always request a song or genre. They also have great live music on certain days. The bartenders are nice and always helpful. Whether it's a Thursday or Saturday we have a great time. They even let you bring in food. They have a neighboring restaurant called Sabinos that has pizza and chicken. We definitely have had it delivered and it was delicious. I like this place

We drop in periodically. Our out-of-town guests love it as it's quite unique…read more We visited Sat eve and were a bit surprised at the prices. I understand the extra for premium liquor, but overall it could be the reason to not return. The drinks are small and averaged $20 each.

Wandering the square with my brother and sister in law who live nearby. James the owner of hydrate…read moredownstairs as well as the saloon chatted with us and sent us upstairs in search of a cold adult beverage! Laurie the bartender was super friendly and was taking care of the whole place. Such a cool environment and tucked away from the busy street below. Beers were cold and cocktails no nonsense. A hidden gem!

Decided to give Hard Count a try after 2 years...Tuesday 6:00pm, 3/4 full. Started out shaky... 5…read moreminutes after seated no sign of a server. Wife complained and the manager, Jeanette, came and took our drink orders. Still no server...Not to worry, Jeanette became our server and was great. They were short staffed. Food was great and appreciated the great service.

We went for Mother's Day Sunday buffet. There was more than an hour wait. We did not make…read morereservations and the place highly encourages one. We needed a table outside and not all tables have an umbrella. Today was an exceptionally hot day and no one would just sit comfortably in the sun. The servers were super sweet and friendly. Most of them came and pet our mini poodle. They also bought water off the dog when asked. The biggest was quite eclectic. There were cookies and round rock donuts, then there were fruits and 2 types of pastas and broccoli with cranberry . (Cold) friend fish, fried chicken, seasonal veggies, mash potatoes, baked mac and cheese. Lots of meat options I didn't check. Over all the place was bustling. The food was okay. Drink was okay. The buffet comes with pancakes or waffles. We were told for pancakes you have option of plain, blueberry or chocolate chip. I ordered chocolate chip and then found a charge of $1.50 for that on the bill. Would like to not have been offered that or be told there was a charge. Then they charged us for 4 adult buffets and that we got fixed because we had 2 kids under 12 with us.

Such a lovely, somewhat hidden venue along the river. Great combo of nature, style, comfort and…read morecharming sophistication. Great bar vibe. Love the back deck for cocktails.

I had a really lovely stay at the Ruby Hotel in Round Rock. The property has a fun, slightly campy…read morecharm while still feeling modern and thoughtfully designed -- overall, it's just a very cute place to stay. The food was genuinely excellent, and the service was warm and attentive throughout. The bed was also a standout -- more comfortable than what I've experienced at most four-star hotels. I also loved the in-room Nespresso machine, which was a great touch. The only drawbacks are the location and setting. It's not ideal if you want to be close to a more metropolitan, walkable area, and being right on the creek means there can be quite a few bugs, especially in the evening. Overall, I'd definitely recommend it if you're looking for a relaxing, stylish getaway with great food and very comfortable rooms.

There's a list of places I've been dying to try out since moving to Hutto, and Grapes & Rye has…read morebeen at the top of the list, but I've been waiting for the right time to go. With my girlfriend coming into town, I knew it was the perfect chance. We booked a reservation ahead of time using OpenTable, and even though we showed up late, the owners Lawrence and Rachel were immediately friendly and accommodating to us. Located at the Affordable Storage shopping center just north of Hutto, Grapes & Rye is so comfortable inside that you don't even think about it being a converted storage unit. There's plenty of seating for parties of different sizes and chairs that are welcoming and comfortable for long visits. Their menu is impressively expansive with a seasonal fall menu and a regular menu packed with specialty cocktails, classics, and all the liquor needed to make anything you can think of. We were served water immediately once we sat down, which felt very inviting and made me feel welcomed in their space. On their big TV was the Wizards playing the Cavs, and there was the pinnacle of New Jack Swing and R&B playing inside. It was already a fantastic vibe. While we were debating our drinks, Lawrence came by, asked us what we liked, and made picks for us that we trusted. For me, he suggested an Aviation made with gin and maraschino liqueur that was practically glowing when placed in front of me. After my first sip, I patted myself on the back for a drink I didn't even choose. He nailed my preferences perfectly, and on top of that, the drink was one of the most refreshing and well-balanced cocktails I have ever had. As for my girlfriend, she was suggested a Vierre Caureux that she really seemed to enjoy. Our tastes in drinks are pretty different, but we both were very satisfied with Lawrence's suggestions. This led to us asking them about their origins and learning that Grapes & Rye is a passion project of theirs built on their love of bartending and cocktails. They do such a good job that it's hard not to imagine them doing it full time. We hung out for quite a while savoring our beverages before ordering another round. I ordered their Negroni that was easily one of the best Negronis I have ever had. It's so vividly impressive that I immediately want them catering all future events I go to, and I want to see them cater my wedding in like three years time. It's that good. My girlfriend got a Pink Lychee Spritz which she kept saying to me "that's really good" over and over again, showing that it wasn't just me who was impressed by their cocktail mastery. Next time she's in town, I know we'll be back because the drinks here are truly on a different plane of existence. Grapes & Rye has surpassed cocktail hour and become a cocktail experience, making beverages that are next level. They deserve all the success in the world, and it couldn't happen to a better duo. RIYL: The best drinks served out of a converted storage unit.

My friend and I went for a Thursday evening mixology class and learned to make two types of drinks…read moreand had so much fun. It was just four of us students with Lawrence and Rachel the owners, the perfect hosts. Lawrence explained every step and all the ingredients were measured out in little cups and this gave room for adding more or less of any ingredients, so you could make it your own depending on preferences. It reminded me of how they do this in cooking shows to save time and you can see at a glance all what goes into making a particular cocktail. The class was informative but also really fun. It was very special to have such an engaging experience. I felt among friends at their home. I felt their passion to make tasty imaginative drinks for others to enjoy. As well as teaching anyone interested in learning. A great thing to do for a date or with friends. It's a bit tucked away in an industrial area and their signage is discreet. Suite #28 on the end. That'll make sense once you're there. They've only been at this location since March but Lawrence and Rachel been in business a lot longer and are very knowledgeable in cocktail creations. They mainly do mobile bartending and bring all the bells and whistles to you, including how to make the special drinks. So if you're having a shindig, they're the ones to call to bring the cocktails and skill. I'm so happy to had the opportunity to experience this business and meet the owners.