Flounder was FINE with the cheese grits... recommend trying a bite together! Hubby had the tenderloin with smashed potatoes! The carrot soup to start was stupid fine too! We recommend it! Great anniversary meal to celebrate 28 years! read more

I could just cut and paste Steve W and Jim N's reviews, as I agree Cabernet is a strong 5-star experience. We were seated upstairs, which I highly recommend as it is a cozy room and is noticeably quieter than the large downstairs area. This is a Texas-themed restaurant with an expansive Texas wine and beer list. We began our night with two perfect Martinis and their Comp carrot soup. Our App, the pepper jack Lobster boudin balls, was unique and delicious. Plus one ordered the Filet, and it was cooked perfectly with a nice char and a medium red center. I went full throttle Texan with the chicken-fried ribeye. I'm not a chicken-fried guy, but man, was this delicious. The breading was lite and the steak was oh so tender. Our Ron Yates Cab was a perfect complement to our entrees. Service throughout our meal was very attentive, and the atmosphere made for a wonderful evening. If you are seeking a true upscale hill country dining experince then Cabernet is an excellent choice. Tip: Make reservations, especially on the weekends. read more

Cabernet Grill - Seafood Near Me - Fredericksburg, Texas

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Cabernet Grill is a tough one for me. This place has so much potential but simply does not live up to the hype. I am not a local and it took me 3 visits before I had an opportunity to dine in their restaurant. I have been to my fair share of fine dining establishments but Cabernet Grill operates with an attitude as if they are above and beyond anyone and everyone. They think they're the best and you'll be hard pressed to convince them otherwise. I have family that have dined in Cabernet Grill with friends and their experience was mixed. When a server pours wine, spills it on your shirt and doesn't offer as much as an apology you know you're in for a bumpy ride. My first attempt was denied because we were 30min late to our reservation due to unforeseen circumstances and were turned away immediately. My second attempt was denied because I had my small dog with me at Beckers Vineyards and went straight to our reservation at Cabernet Grill and were told absolutely no dogs allowed. Bear in mind they have an extensive patio area with tons of space that would certainly accommodate a certified emotional support animal. We were told absolutely not. I told my family to stay while I took my dog back to the hotel and the host said all parties must be present during the reservation time. If I were to leave our reservation would be pulled and we would not be allowed to dine in the restaurant. So we left. Fast forward my 3rd attempt and we finally were offered access after complying with all their rules and regulations. At this point one would assume if a restaurant exudes this much attitude from the get-go then surely the food must be the best I've ever experienced certainly the best in Fredericksburg. That could not be further from the truth. For starters they offer an item called Honey Butter Drop Biscuits. They intentionally separated that item into its own section so they could poke a jab towards a food critic from San Antonio by name! Who does that? I have personally never seen a restaurant go so far as to single handily call someone out by name in their own menu because they were not satisfied with their remarks. I would have never known who he was or that he did not approve of the biscuits had they not laid it out point blank for all their guests to see. They have a plethora of wine bottles displayed throughout the restaurant. None of these bottles are designed for consumption. Granted they have an extensive wine menu. However, It's a shame they have chosen to let all the bottles on display go bad just for presentation purposes. I took a light to the inside of some of the display bottles and it's clear they had all turned a long time ago. At this point I'm ordering their 14oz USDA Prime Ribeye and expecting it to blow me away. However, I grew hesitant when the server offered several sauce options to pair with my steak. If the steaks are truly that good a sauce is going to take away from the flavor profile. Yes, the presentation was spot on. Unfortunately the steak did in fact need the sauce. Forgive me for expecting a top quality dry aged ribeye with a buttery complex flavor profile. This was not that. In fact, I could go to my local HEB, pick-up a prepackaged Prime Ribeye and the result would have been the same. That said, the best item I consumed were the grilled vegetables and the rest of my table can concur. The flavor was spot on, the pairings were truly unique making it a standout option from the rest of the meal. Yes, the steak was cooked to perfection but you cannot treat your restaurant to a Michelin Star standard with that level of beef. Cabernet Grill would be so much better off without the excessive attitude and all the hurdles I had to jump through just for an opportunity to dine at the restaurant. Those hurdles create expectations that are simply not met which only results in a level of disappointment that encourages me to look for alternatives while sharing my experience with friends and family that know my recommendations will result in a positive drama free experience. I'm glad I was finally able to experience Cabernet Grill. I'm just sad it did not live up to the expectations because I was genuinely hoping it would. They could learn a thing or two from Mastro's in terms of hospitality and expectations. read more

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If you're in Fredericksburg and looking for a great place for dinner, do yourself a favor and give this place a try. The staff is very friendly and knowledgeable about the menu. A must order are the lobster boudin balls!! Absolutely delicious. I ordered the steak for dinner, and it was cooked perfectly. Everything came out fresh and flavorful, and the service was attentive without being overbearing. We look forward to having dinner here on our next wine pickup. read more

Cabernet Grill - Seafood Near Me - Fredericksburg, Texas

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Absolutely loved everything about this place. It was nothing short of amazing. We enjoyed our food, drinks, and service provided by Raymond M. My 2 girlfriends and I split the ribeye. We got it medium, and it was like butter. We also got the Boudin balls and crab gratin, and they were amazing. We split the Warm Maple Brown Butter Cake and it was so delicious! It would've tasted better with ice cream. The ambience was sophisticated, meant for special occasions and date night. I highly recommend. read more

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Let's start off by talking about the service and hospitality! This has been one of the most amazing experiences I've ever had. I came for my anniversary and every staff member that passed by made sure to wish my partner and I a happy anniversary. The service for our food was QUICK! I mean QUICK and fresh. Bernardo was one of the most amazing waiters I've ever came across. The food is renowned for a reason. I'm not a big steak fan and THIS is a steak I'd come back for. We of course had to get the chicken fried ribeye and it was 10/10. The ribeye was thick and soft and the breading was crispy. Idk how they do it! The restaurant itself was so nice for a date night. Not overly crowded or noisy but still lively read more

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Wow!! This is the best food, service, and ambiance for a romantic night. Chris did a wonderful job taking care of us. His recommendations did not disappoint. I am a native Texan, I do not believe in putting sauce on steak. Steak should stand alone. I may have found an exception with their garlic bearnaise sauce. It tastes like garlic ranch and takes the steak to the next level. Carrot soup was delicious, the pepitas add a wonderful crunch and oaky flavor to the soup. Warmed Goat cheese delicious and full of flavor with the berries accompanied - the toast crisped to perfection. I could go on and on. Even the hand soap was amazing and I bought it at the host stand. Truly a memorable experience. We will be back!! read more

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We each ordered a different entree so we could compare. I had the stuffed quail. Excellent. Daughter had sous vide chicken (second time she has ordered it). Date had the rib eye. All yummy. If possible make reservations as it fills up fast. read more

This place sits at over 1000 reviews with a consistent four star rating. Needless to say this place is very popular and it is definitely wise to make a reservation as we did. One thing that makes this restaurant unique is that there are actually cabins situated directly across from the restaurant that you can rent out and stay in known as the Cotton Gin Village. We were seated in one of the upstairs dining rooms with lots of wine on display. One draw about this place is their incredible selection of Texas wines. They also feature some Texas beers and great signature cocktails, even wine flights. We started with Ron YatesCabernet and a martini. They do offer several of the Texas wines by the glass, nothing from CA. There's only a choice of 10 entrées on the menu and 8 appetizers all of which are enticing. They do give you a sample of their carrot soup, but no complementary bread. I decided on the chicken fried ribeye and paired it with the Reddy cab. My wife had the grilled pork tenderloin medallions. The chicken fried ribeye was very tender with plenty of lobster chunks on top and no gristle whatsoever. The pork medallions were equally as delicious and the 3 cheese grits were a perfect pairing. We cleaned our plates and had no room for dessert. We enjoyed every bite and Kyle our waiter was exceptional as our server. We look forward to returning and trying something new off the menu. Perfect place for great food and well-made Texas wine. Informative photos and video included. read more

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Must visit! Edie, our server, was wonderful! She was so personable and attentive, and she really made the experience stand out. The 10 oz strip was excellent, perfectly cooked and a great value. The flounder was a bit too fishy for my taste, so I'd probably skip that next time. Both sides, the three-cheese grits and mixed vegetables, were well prepared and flavorful. The lemon crème brûlée was incredible, even as someone who doesn't usually go for lemon, I loved it. The drinks were delicious and reasonably priced. The atmosphere is a great mix of modern with subtle Texas and wine-inspired touches. Overall, a great experience! read more

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Delightful dinner at Cabernet Grill this evening! Very cool place, unique venue, old country Texas style. Cabernet Grill has been serving up great grub for 20+ years. There's a reason! Christopher was our waiter tonight... well done! Complimentary sample of the carrot soup was very good! We opened with the wedge salad... on point! Throughout the meal we enjoyed Texas' own Heath Vineyards sparkling wine... delicious! We next tried the magic mushrooms... very different, but we went with the waiter's rec on that. Amazing! For entrees we shared the NY strip, smothered in gorgonzola and mushrooms, and the sautéed flounder in cream sauce, crawfish tails and capers. Both were over the top good! The blackberry crisp/Mexican vanilla ice cream dessert perfectly rounded out the meal. A small dish of complimentary chocolate mole covered almonds was awesome. Cozy, comfortable place, great and friendly staff, off the chart food, 5-stars all day everyday! Highly recommend Cabernet Grill! read more

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The Cabernet Grill must have new management since our last visit a few years ago. The space is exactly the same. Rustic but upscale, just barely enough parking for busy dinners. The roasted carrot ancho soup with spicy pepitas is not usually something I'd be tempted to order, but it was a wonderful taste to start. Texas twinkies are always a good idea. The buttermilk fried chicken thighs, were tasty and plentiful (three bone in thighs) and served with great sides. As always, a nice selection of Texas wines by the glass. read more

Great service from Brett at the Bar Cabin while we waited for our table, he made us an Old Fashioned and Bees Knees, both with his own twist, both very yummy!! The service by Michael and the team was great during our meal, definitely recommend for drinks and a meal. The site includes old timer cabins and wonderful outdoor vibe. read more

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we had the opportunity to have our anniversary dinner at Cabernet Grill while in Fredericksburg for the weekend! The spot has a romantic yet comfortable vibe and is perfect for a date night or dinner! I was recommended the sous vide chicken and it did not disappoint! The chicken thighs were fork tender and the potatoes were delicious! My husband had a shrimp and they were also good! I'm not normally a seafood person, but I even had a few. We also had to drop biscuits and the roasted carrot soup as an appetizer and both were delicious. The soup was surprisingly satisfying and tasty! Service is great and our server has great recommendations! read more

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I'll treat this as an update to a review I did in May of 2023. The experience this year was far better than what we experienced in 2023. This was my wife's birthday and we reserved a table for 6:30 pm which worked out perfectly after a long day of wine tasting. The atmosphere was exactly as we had experienced last time, but this time we sat inside the restaurant instead of outside. It was pleasant, not noisy, and had a very nice semi-formal dinner vibe. Our server (Edie) was very gracious and friendly. She quickly sat us and filled water glasses, brought menus and let us know that there were no specials (my thought was "after all this was a Wednesday night ;0)") There was a very nice card at our table wishing my wife a happy birthday, and Edie brought us a complimentary small serving of a very delicious soup (Roasted Carrot & Ancho); nice touch! I ordered a Hill Country Martini, which was delicious (ice cold with jalapeno-stuffed olives). They do have a date night special offering on the menu, but that would have been too much for us. We decided to each order a salad (I had the Steak Knife Wedge and my wife had the Tejas Ranch Caesar). We wanted to split the 14-ounce ribeye as we had a fairly decent lunch during our wine tour. The salads were large and full of great stuff! The wedge was loaded with chunks of blue cheese and bacon over ice cold lettuce. My wife's Caesar was delicious, and the dressing was perfect. Our steak was cooked to perfection (medium-rare) and served with mixed grilled veggies that were amazing. The steak was perfectly flavored, with amazing char, and mated perfectly with my martini. For dessert, we were provided a free piece of delicious cheesecake (birthday celebration for my wife) and it was very, very good! Overall, this was a much better experience than we had in 2023 and we will most certainly be back for more! Ambiance - 10/10 Service - 10/10 Food - 10/10 Value - 10/10 read more

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We finally were in Fred on a night they were open. Got a great table off to the back. High ceilings and nice decor. The service was excellent. Loved the sip of carrot soup he brought out. Also loved all of the TX wine on the menu. More places should get with the program. I had the pan seared flounder with crab and crawfish tails. It was nice but a little over cooked. The wife had filet kabobs that were also nice. Good dining experience but I was expecting to be a little more wowed with the food. Took a piece of pistachio cheesecake home. Different. read more

Cabernet Grill - Pistachio cheese cake. - Seafood Near Me - Fredericksburg, Texas

This is a really good place. Took a road trip from Houston and decided to give it a try and happy we did. Nice decor with that hill country vibe. And not too noisy either! Was promptly seated even though our party of four was 30+ minutes earlier than our reservation time. Waiter was professional, friendly and prompt in taking our pre-dinner cocktail order and providing menu options. We opted for the $95 per person tasting option wine pairing which was a really good bargain. You got to select 1 of 3 each appetizer, salad, entree, and dessert options. All excellent choices. Will I go back? Absolutely! read more

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Truly a 5 star experience all the way around. The setting and decor is rustic, fitting for the wine country. The service was far above average and I would say better than the typical upscale restaurant. The drinks were good, maybe not the greatest but we appreciated the ingenuity and the fact that all ingredients were Texas based. The food, this is where it really shines! Fried deviled eggs?? Never heard of such but they were amazing! A chicken fried steak.. pretty common in this area of the country but elevated with a lobster topped gravy. My wife had a grilled chicken dish and was very complimentary of the balsamic glaze and the mashed sweet potatoes. For dessert we had a baklava pistachio cheesecake. I'm a fan of pistachio and this was a great take on a cheesecake! My son ordered a salted caramel crème brûlée. He felt it could use a bit more browning on top as he didn't quite get the caramelization he was hoping for. We live about 2.5 hours away but this place might be enough to make us contemplate a day trip every few months. read more

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We enjoyed a wonderful 25th anniversary dinner here last summer. I cannot say enough good things about this restaurant and the adjoining bed and breakfast. Both are outstanding. The food and service at the restaurant are phenomenal. The wine is outstanding. The service is incredible. The atmosphere is cozy, inviting, and beautiful. You will not regret your visit here! read more

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We had a fantastic dinner for four here--didn't plan ahead so we were outdoors in cooler weather, but it was well worth it. Amazing service from server Richard B--he was attentive and personable. The food was inventive and decadent. Looking forward to returning on our next trip to Fredericksburg. read more

Came here for an anniversary dinner and it was perfect! They text you before your reservation about a little bar on the premise for pre-dinner drinks which was a fun surprise. They had a Chex mix type snack mix at the bar that was so good and available for purchase in the restaurant. Inside is very cozy and nice. Soon after we sat down and ordered drinks they brought out a free sample of the carrot soup and it was so tasty. The fish with lump crab meat and crawfish was great. The bread pudding was amazing! Highly recommend for a nice dinner and great drinks in Fredericksburg. read more

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This was an amazing experience. Wonderful service and delicious food. We loved the complimentary tasting of the carrot soup. Our server was able to recommend a perfect red with our entree. I highly recommend the bacon wrapped quail with grits. read more

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If you are the type of person who loves an interesting dish that you might not find else where - THIS IS THE PLACE. I think I will always think of the food we had here because it was seriously incredible. We ordered the peach goat cheese app, stunning flavors, especially with the honey. My boyfriend got the quail, was cooked and seasoned very well - not a gamey meat at all. Again, amazing consideration of flavors to combined - paired really well with the sweet potato mash. I got the fried chicken and my god, the most tender and juicy fried chicken I have ever had. I will say I rarely ever order fried chicken but the preparation is what the real deciding factor was and I have zero regrets. I didn't care much for the honey butter sauce, their brown gravy is truely where it's at. The slaw was citrusy and a delicious choice. I will say I was excited for the poblano butter beans and they were probably the must underwhelming thing of the meal, it might be because they are served along side the mashed potatoes so that's all i could really taste. Come here if you love a unique food experience, if you are a picky eater you will miss out on what they have to offer. Service was extremely attentive and friendly, the inside ambiance is like eating in a cabin somewhere in the woods. Low lighting, tons of wine fixtures. Rustic and moody. Will be returning on every fredericksburg trip! read more

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So good. Our friends made reservations here. They knew it was my birthday, so our server started talking about desserts right away. We had a very nice Cabernet recommended by him. I mean it is the name of the place. Did not disappoint. I'm pescatarian, so there wasn't a ton of choices for me. Picky eater, so that's the problem more than their menu. I knew I wanted to save room for dessert, so I ordered appetizer & soup. When you're seated, they bring everyone a sample of their carrot soup. O M G - so delicious. I would have been happy just ordering 3 cups of soup, but that would be a bit insane. Friends ordered entrees. I ended up ordering the Lump crab au gratin as my meal. Again, O M G. Served in an escargot platter, generous pieces or crab in melted butter covered in a layer of cheese. Seriously to die for. As I mentioned earlier, the carrot soup was phenomenal. I made the right choice & barely had room for dessert. Now the best part. The server recommended the butterscotch dessert. I decided on the Pistachio Baklava Cheesecake. Again O M G - it was so beautiful, I almost didn't want to eat it. This may be the best restaurant dessert I have ever had. Truly heavenly. Highly recommend - special place, for sure. I will definitely be back! read more

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I went here on date night. The restaurant setting is very quaint. The service Edith provided was exceptional. But they failed on the food. Order the fillet of beef medium well. The chef decided to butterfly the fillet, over salted it and cooked it well done. I sent it back and after 20 minutes got my order. It does not take 20 minutes to remake my order. The rest of my party had already eaten. I NEVER got an apology from the manager for having ruined my evening. I will not be returning. read more

Cabernet Grill - Butterfly well done filet - Seafood Near Me - Fredericksburg, Texas

Highly recommend checking out this place. The ambiance, environment were one of kind. The service was top notch. We started with chicken fried devil eggs. Seriously never thought of this idea but one of the best devil eggs. For dinner, I had the pork medallions. So tender and so much flavor. read more

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Spent an amazing anniversary dinner here. The food is delicious and the atmosphere was so cool. The staff went out of their way to accommodate us even though we arrived 45 minutes late. It could have been a disaster but they made it a very memorable experience. read more

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This place is awesome from start to finish. The ladies at the reservation desk are so sweet. Our waiter was extremely helpful with the menu. They gave us samples of the carrot soup, which was so good. We had the warm goat cheese, chicken fried ribeye, and the butterscotch bread pudding!! We were stuffed and extremely satisfied. We hope to come back and stay in one of the cottages one day soon. Great job guys, great customer service. read more

Cabernet Grill - Seafood Near Me - Fredericksburg, Texas

WOW! Our best meal during our 16 day vacation. The steak was cooked perfectly and was incredibly tender. The soup taste at the beginning of our meal was so good. We ordered the Texas Twinkies at the recommendation of our server and they were delicious as well. The entire experience was great - from the setting, to the server, to the food -- all of it was fantastic! read more

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Great place! The restaurant was recommended by our hotel people and it did not disappoint. The waitress recommended the fried chicken, stating that it was the best fried chicken ever!! I always chuckle when a waitress recommends something as the best ever.... I have eaten a lot of food in a lot of places.... but I have to agree that it was the best fried chicken I have ever tasted (off my wife's plate). Overall a nice atmosphere. Not pretentious, but just good all the way around.... Some great drinks too... that always helps. I highly recommend this restaurant!! read more

Had to come leave a review so I can track this place down for next time. Honestly some of the best steaks we've ever had, and the appetizers were incredible as well. Ambiance and service can't be beat either. Don't skip this place when in town. read more

We ordered several appetizers and 4 main courses and all the food was fantastic. Our server was very professional and personable, and the restaurant had lots of unique areas that we all enjoyed very much. It's on the grounds of a cool Bed & Breakfast and the surroundings were interesting and fun. read more

Food never disappoints. We were here over a year ago and couldn't get reservations so we ordered to go and ate outside in the beautiful seating area in front of the restaurant. The chef is amazing food on point and great service. Must try the quail read more

Cabernet Grill - Grilled Lockhart Texas Quail - Seafood Near Me - Fredericksburg, Texas

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What's the word for SOOOOO GOOD?! The place is exquisite looking and comfortable for special dining. We started with a complimentary shot glass of roasted carrot ancho soup which had me struggling not to order a bowl of it for my entree! We ordered two starters. 1. braggin' rights honey butter biscuits which reminded me fondly of our grandmother's love of making homemade biscuits for breakfast. These were amazingly good! 2. Warm Peaches and goat cheese on toasted artisan bread. It had honey on the side and a garnish floret of basil which I added to my second bite. Yum! Christopher was our kind, helpful waiter. We enjoyed Old Fashioned cocktails and he helped us make dinner selections. Now I'm sure everything here is good but I will forever order a steak. My sisters shared the chicken friend ribeye with lobster cream gravy and I ate the NY strip with mushrooms and blue cheese cream sauce. We shared bites. THESE WERE EASILY THE BEST STEAKS I'VE EVER EATEN! So tender and well seasoned. Mine was medium rare and melted in my mouth. We had cheese grits and sweet potato mash as sides, which were very good. On the way out I asked for the cook. His face fell for a second thinking I must have a critique, but no. I told him those were the best steaks I've ever eaten and would love to watch him make one. He smiled big but declined :) I'm going to try sous vide in vacuum bags when I get home. I live 4 hours away and can't wait too long for more steak like this! Run, don't walk, to Cabernet Grill for steak!!! 6 stars! read more

I really wasn't impressed overall by this restaurant. I made a reservation stating I was celebrating my 50th birthday there and only the hostess acknowledged it. Our server never said anything, did not offer a birthday dessert, and really knew very little about the menu- not impressed. The food was just ok, average. Not as tasty as expected. The best thing I had was the free soup shooter they brought out- that was delicious. It was a beautiful restaurant however with gorgeous water features on the way in. I ordered the chicken fried ribeye. It did not come with gravy for the potatoes so I asked for some and did not even get told I would be charged for that. The crust lacked crispness and the ribeye was more tough than tender. Potatoes were dry- hence needing the extra gravy. Honestly I won't give it another go. read more

Cabernet Grill - Chicken fried ribeye - Seafood Near Me - Fredericksburg, Texas

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Beautiful environment, inside and outside. Immaculate service and delicious food. It was our anniversary and we both got the filet mignon and my husband got the veggies side and I, the sweet potato. His veggies were seasoned perfectly and grilled. My sweet potato mash was so tasty! The steak was an easy 10 out of 10! We got the bruschetta for an appetizer and it was delicious. The crème brûlée was nice, I feel like it tasted a bit like pumpkin pie but overall good and we definitely ate it all lol Can't wait to come back. read more

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We chose Cabernet Grill to celebrate our 20 year anniversary. As soon as we walked in we were welcomed and congratulated. Once we were at our table there was a card waiting for us signed by the staff. The personal touch spoke volumes to us. The decor was absolutely beautiful, warm and inviting. The food was so good and the portions were perfect. Our waiter, Kyle was very attentive and friendly. We will definitely be back. read more

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First time here at Cabernet Grill. Decor kind of rustic wine country. Eat inside or outside. We chose inside. We stay in Fredericksburg couple times a year, but have never been to this establishment, which has been around 23 years! Menu is manageable, so you don't get overwhelmed with choices. I had the bacon wrapped stuffed Texas quale, with sweet potato mash, arugula/beet/goat cheese salad; wife had the shrimp and grits with hatch chilies. Desert was Creme Brule. The drop biscuits with special butter and berry sauce, were the "bomb"! One of the best dinners we had in many years! Prices were not bad either...extensive Texas wine list, and great little bar. If in the area, highly recommend! Reservations suggested... read more

This was the second time we had visited and it was just as good as the first! We went to the "Gin Mill Bar" before dinner and really enjoyed our drinks - and the bartender was very friendly and personable. The food at the restaurant was amazing - we enjoyed the soup "teaser" they offered (and wish we had a way to bring some home) and the menu selections were great - we wanted to try a number of different things. Will definitely return. read more

Service from Rych was amazing as was the food. We started off with the bruschetta and it was fresh and delish. Then had the chicken fried ribeye topped with lobster and the chile rubbed short rib with a side of the melt in your mouth biscuits. Dark chocolate panna cotta was to die for and so smooth. Drinks were refreshing. Nothing negative to say and it's also beautiful inside and out!! read more

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