Not only is this an amazing venue for live music it is also a non-profit that uses music to serve…read morethe people of the surrounding area in very special and heartwarming ways.

We came here to see Guy Forsythe and were not disappointed. It's a mini concert hall that seats…read moreabout 70 people in comfy chairs. All attention is on the artist, and it maintains a nice intimacy. They have a small reception area where they check you in and made wine and beer available for purchase (including Buckethead, which I really like) at very reasonable prices. It's really not a commercial affair at all. It's a 501(c)3 not-for-profit organization that also does great and meaningful work in the community. They're truly musical ambassadors, fueled by passion and a firm belief in the power of live music and the role it plays in a healthy society. I will absolutely come back again! Six stars; one more than the maximum allowed!

Shiner on tap... and a quiet little back porch patio to sit back and drink it. Unfortunately they…read moreno longer have the VHS collection. I brought my VCR just for that purpose. Oh well guess we're Netflix and chill tonight. Still a great spot. Blue Bell ice cream on a cone makes me wana try and beer float next time. Pretty cool to see locals hanging out in the store chewing the fat and drinking some coldies.

Legacy institution in Shiner is great for enjoying draft beers and watching a game. it's nothing…read morefancy but it's worth a stop.

Cool little burning history--the building that houses The Pearl (The Blue Pearl) was built in the…read morelate 1800s; 1895-1896ish and has always had a bar in it. Interior stone walls transcend you back to that period of dirt streets, horses hitched out front, & America coming into its own. In the heart of historic downtown Lockhart, this live music venue also offers scrumptious food options from its restaurant as well as ice cold brews and elevated cocktails. Can't beat a Sunday Funday brunch with live music, drinks, and food.

Having traveled from our home to this town, we had checked into our inn and now wanted some…read morerefreshments and mirth. We happened upon a bar that had a teller of comicdic stories and his helper and thought this to be perfect. The name of said bar was The Pearl and the storyteller a Mr. Daryl Felsberg. We ordered our alcohol. My wife and traveling companion got me a white chocolate Martini, it came with a pearl and a cherry. and I got her a cocktail called Emily Morgan. Both were very good. The service was friendly but only two people running the whole thing and one was the owner or manager who was mostly the greeter. She was friendly but the main bartender was doing most of the work and while impressive I felt sort of bad for him. The set up is you can sit at the bar, then there is a walkway all in a line from the door. When you enter bar is on your right. To the left are tables of various sizes. Right in front of the stage is a table with two comfy chairs. Right past the bar is a small seating nook with comfy chairs. Not a bad overall setup. Bathrooms are through another set of doors. No food but there is a popular pizza place nearby and you can bring that in to eat. The comics were both funny. We bought a CD and T-Shirt from the main guy. The one thing that did go wrong was the stage lighting. It just randomly would switch colors, brightness, sometimes turn off completely. This was their first comedy show there but they have live music so not sure what happened. You got your own water from a glass dispenser which was not the only place that did this. It was a pretty popular option. We also had a shot of peanut butter whiskey. The overall price wasn't bad. It was a nice place, they had live music coming after the comic but we had other plans. This was our only visit to The Pearl on this trip but it was a pleasant rest stop for weary traveller's in need of quenching our thirst and merriment.

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

We arrived in Shiner last night for the Picnic weekend…read more Stopped in for some grub after the drive Daughter 1 Cheese burger was fantastic I had some Bang Bang shrimp which was really tasty Daughter 2 had chicken strips They were more batter than meat but waffle fries were good Great service She forgot the drinks and then had to adjust the bill bc she left one on bill but she was still good Live music was ok, last time was more enjoyable but she definitely tried Ambiance is really cool Old guns animal mounts pictures We enjoy this place a lot You have to stop in when you are in Shiner, Tx!!

Full bar, greart selections. We had the chicken fried steak and chicken fried chicken. It was…read morefantastic. The staff very friendly. And talk about a step back in time. We came on a cold January night, the place was packed with locals and live music. I highly recommend and I willbe back.

The staff was so friendly that it was a joy! We visited in the winter so I imagine it's even…read morelovelier when it is green.

Great wine , baked potato bar and most of all the wonderful folks!! We love our Busted Oak!! Ps it…read moreis dog and kid friendly to boot

What a neat little place, kind of out of the way, but well worth a quick jog north off I-10 or…read moresouth from Hwy 71 or east from Hwy 77. Beautifully placed under huge, spreading oak trees, plenty of parking, large patio areas for live music venues, quaint air-conditioned interior with a large back-bar. The food was excellent -- very well done burgers and a grilled chicken sandwich well worth the money. The menu isn't expansive, but has plenty of options, including some very neat appetizers such as fried alligator or fried pickles -- which are not shown on the website menu, but were definitely on the in-house menu. They have a lot of different beers on tap, too. Clean restrooms, friendly, knowledgeable wait staff. Definitely will be adding this one to our list of local outliers worthy of a 45 minute expedition.

I've been going to this place since I was very little (and that's a long time ). The new owners…read morehave turned it back into a great place to meet friends and have a cold drink! It's tucked away between La Grange and Weimar, so you may have to look for it. Beautiful trees! Revamped interior. Great music! The owners and staff are very friendly and the service was great. Don't pass it up!

Absolutely incredible experience at the Concert Dome in Austin! We saw the Taylor Swift Strings…read moreshow, and it completely blew us away. The atmosphere was immersive and unique, unlike any concert setup we've been to before. One thing that really stood out was how easy everything was logistically. Parking was smooth and convenient (a huge plus), and the dome itself is fully air-conditioned, which made the whole experience comfortable even with a big crowd. The only heads-up: if you're someone who struggles with motion sickness, you might want to take precautions. The immersive visuals and environment can be a bit intense at times. Overall, it was a 10/10 experience and we'd absolutely go back again!

We went to the ConcertDome for the Love-themed music over Valentine's Day weekend, and it was such…read morea fun experience. The musicians, sound, visuals, chairs, etc., were all great. As we arrived, we were given a couple of drink tickets to use at Austin Beerworks - Sprinkle Valley (they share a parking lot) and after grabbing drinks we went to our seats, which were comfy recliners that go all of the way to a lie flat position. They also gave each person a pack of chocolates to go with the theme. We will definitely go back for more shows.

An interesting and fulfilling lunchtime experience…read more Our first dining destination in Bastrop. Great food. Great service. Great people. Great cat. Great ambiance and atmosphere outside along the Colorado River. I would like to experience more of this establishment and music venue. I've got a feeling I'm not alone on that one. CritDicks

This is a chill spot by the river! I would recommend this spot if you want to take a walk on the…read moreriver afterwards! We went during Christmas time and did the stroll and then got a bite and it worked out perfectly. There is indoor and outdoor seating and plenty of room/tables. We have only tried the pizza here but we're pleased with the different options and taste! We got a large pizza for our family of four (2 kids) and had leftovers so it's a good size too..

Outstanding service by the bar staff which is always appreciated! The regular staple dishes have…read morebeen amped up a notch--shredded chicken instead of chunk makes a world of difference in a dish. Thank you for offering a burger everyday! Kudos to the new owners. The ambience is always great and the restrooms are always spotless. What was once an afterthought for dinner has now moved up to a must have once a week.

All our food was wonderful and fresh! The cook is amazing, waitstaff was friendly. It was our first…read moretime there and we will be back.