5 stars for vibes alone…read more We dropped by to enjoy the nice weather and some beers when we happened to be staying closeby for a wedding. It's in a scenic part of Austin, amongst the hills and close to Lake Travis. They have both indoor and outdoor seating, and my favorite was the live music stage set up on top of the bed of a vintage truck outside. The lone person pouring the beers behind the counter was super nice as well. Can't wait to drop by next time I am back in the area!

Infamous Brewing Company was one of the breweries I had for the Austin area down on my list to try…read more It's always a great feeling when a brewery on my list gets tried out even though that is fairly frequent it still is just a little bit of an accomplished feeling. For this brewery Steven and I tried one of their beers. We wanted a lighter beer and on the refreshing side since it was a warmer day we were encountering so we got the Dye-It Pils. As the name is a abbreviated in the beer it is a pilsner in beer type and hit the spot nicely. Flavors to enjoy with this beer are a hint of breadiness, crisp, a hint of sour and a clean finish. The beer is light bodied which is perfect for hot weather and bright in color. The taproom for Infamous is cool... it is located in a garage or shed. At least that's the impression I got with the taproom. It was a great place to kick back and relax.

Frontyard Brewing is one of those places that just gets everything right. The atmosphere is…read moreincredibly hospitable from the moment you walk in, and it's clear they've created a space where everyone feels welcome. One of the best parts is the large open outdoor area, which is perfect for kids to run around and play while adults can actually relax and enjoy themselves. It makes it an easy choice for families or group gatherings. The beer is excellent, with a great selection that consistently delivers. Every time we have out of town family visiting, this is a must stop spot, and it's always a hit. Everyone loves it.

Front Yard Brewery is such a great spot! The vibe is relaxed and welcoming, especially if you're…read morebringing kids or your pup -- the large outdoor patio is perfect for that. My favorite drink was one of their hard seltzer mixed drinks made with pea flower (I can't remember the exact name), but it was so refreshing and easily the standout. They also had a couple other hard seltzer cocktail options, which was a nice change from the usual beer-only menus. We ordered a beer flight and loved that it came with mixed nuts -- a small touch, but it made the experience feel extra thoughtful. Overall, great drinks, family- and dog-friendly atmosphere, and plenty of space to hang out. We'll definitely be back!

A friend of mine brought up 5th Element up as a place to visit, it was nearby his home...and that…read morewas about it for all the information I had. When we pulled up to it, I wasn't so sure it was the right place when it went to a residential area but found that the brewery was an old house and it was busy that weekend. There was still some parking in the lot and we managed to squeeze in. Seating wise we also managed to squeeze in, the brewery is a converted home and brewing takes up a lot of space; also didn't help that my friend is 6'4 and around 250+ so any place is going to feel cramped. The beer however, is interesting. You can tell that the beers are made how they want it to be made, from the styles to the names, there's a uniqueness and dare I say, joy to it comes through from the staff to the beer itself.

5th element is great, love the pickle beer and love that I can bring my son. Not only do they…read morewelcome kids, but they have stuff outside and inside to keep them busy while you enjoy a drink!

Cold beer, nice people, good pizza. Despite living only…read moreabout 15 miles south I don't venture into Cedar Park very often. As I was leaving the We Are Blood donor center on Bell Boulevard, I thought "why not check out a brewery I don't visit very often for lunch?" (kids, I am a professional. Don't try this at home--a brewery visit right after dropping a pint is probably not a donor center recommendation for most normal folks). A search on "breweries near me" revealed that this spot was 1 mile away. Winner. Plenty of parking front and side, the taproom was pleasant inside and out. I took a seat at a nearly full bar next to a good group of World Cup (ESP/AUT) watchers. Two big TVs over the bar, in a large taproom/dining area with 5 more, shared with the sort of "built-in food truck" called "600 Degrees Pizza" except it's a proper pizza shop, no wheels. There's a shaded outdoor patio with a bar window, and 5 more TVs, and a covered tent area beyond that, with a play area for the kiddos. Had a Ray Ray Hazy IPA, crisp and cold and delicious NE-style IPA. I walked over to the pizza counter and ordered a slice, considered the slice/salad lunch special but opted for the HH slice special, pepperoni at $5. Minutes later a guy delivered the single largest pizza slice I have ever tried to hold in my hand to my seat at the bar. Apparently they do a 6-cut TWENTY FOUR INCH PIE for slices, so my slice was 75.4 square inches of tasty gooey goodness. Unwieldy, and took some tactical consumption logistics calculation, but I finished every bit--a meal for me, and I was glad I skipped the salad. Very good pie, and VERY filling. One more small beer, from Jester King, as I watched Spain knock Austria out 3-0. Friendly folks on both sides of the bar, good beer, and good food in a nice taproom. I'll be back.

Whitestone Brewery was another brewery we went to when we were on our vacation to the Austin, Texas…read morearea. With this brewery I got a beer type I don't always get and when I do it's a nice change of pace and that is a Brown Ale. I took the opportunity to get one here and the name of this brewery's version is a fun one... it's called Velvet Nunchuks. The flavor profile in this one is good... in it you can have fun with detecting caramel, roastiness and maltiness. The beer is smooth and has nice mouthful due to that. Whitestone was a good stop even if it is a bit of a ways from downtown Austin.

Great views and beers! It's was awesome to see the lake at full capacity after years of low waters.read more

Oasis Texas Brewing is kind of in a weird spot. It seems to be part of an outdoor mall but there…read morearen't many shops where there could be. There is fun art pieces as you are on your way there from the large parking garage. Once you are inside the brewery it does get pretty cool. The seating area is fairly large and you get an absolutely fantastic view of the Colorado River in Hill Country while sipping your beer or having a meal. We ate fairly light here as we were grazing and snacking all day long as we were out and about in the Austin area. We got chips with salsa and queso and salad to split which was just right for a light snack. I got a really, really good beer which with this and the view earns Oasis a five star score. I got the Coffee Scotch Ale. When I get a Scotch Ale I want it to be boozy and strong and this one definitely hit all of the marks there. Flavor features in this beer are earthiness, sour, coffee, bitter and boozy. That last feature I am really looking for for what I consider to be a good Scotch Ale and indeed this one did. Before we left we got on a barrel with horns and took a picture. *Update* The big body of water in my pictures and mentioned in my review is Lake Travis.

I found Slackers Brewing by accident since it's in the same strip mall as a very famous BBQ joint,…read moreand I'm glad I stopped by. It's a small local brewery with a really nice community feel. I especially love that it's kid-friendly, which is something you don't always find at breweries. It makes the place feel more relaxed and welcoming. The food is decent, and the beer is delicious. Their beers have that true craft beer taste, which is something I really enjoy. I've tried many of their beers and have brought friends here to hang out as well. My favorite so far is the coffee stout. Overall, Slackers Brewing is a great local spot with good beer, a friendly vibe, and a welcoming atmosphere.

We stopped by here while we were in town because we were looking for a kid friendly brewery in the…read moreheat of summer. Yes, there are several great breweries with playgrounds but when it's 100 degrees I don't want to sit outside and my kids don't want to overheat. Slackers was just what we were looking for! They had a great kids area to keep my 4 and 1 year old entertained, and the beer was great!! We will definitely be back. They also do have some play area outside but we didn't venture out there today.

Located in a big plaza near the Crossover rink. It's been a while since I ate here, I was really…read morelooking forward to ordering their birria tacos (I ordered that last time and remembered loving it). Unfortunately I found out that they no longer offer that on the menu, so I opted to try their fish tacos instead. The fish taco was tasty. I enjoyed their green sauce which had a nice heaty kick to it. The taco had a bit more red vinegar than I would've liked but overall, it was a very delicious taco. I also ordered their onion rings and it was so crispy and good. So good that my husband and I agreed to order another one because anything that tasty should be enjoyed again. Big seating space indoors. Cards and board games are available for entertainment. This is a great hangout spot for groups of people. The staff are nice and friendly.

What a great place in Leander, TX! We attended a special event at Red Horn this week, checked out…read morethe online reviews and menus, and decided to go early to catch the end of happy hour. Wow! Great beer! Hotdogs were amazing ... Bahn Mi, Texas Chili and Chicago dogs were all over the top great! Joined later by another couple who confirmed great beer and burgers/fries great too! Nice family friendly location, games for kids on site! Plenty of TVs, great food, reasonable prices! Nice meeting space JN the back! Check it out! Highly recommend!