Be sure to say hi to "the Renaissance man" proprietor and vinter Gary McKibben…read more Gary is passionate about his wines, ports and spirits and as well he should be as many are gold medal winners and served in expense-account steakhouses across central and North Texas. We had a great evening enjoying the incredible tasting room vibes, comfortable space, friendly staff and incredible vino on a Saturday night. Follow the Red Caboose Facebook page for their special events / we enjoyed Adam Hull on guitar playing Christmas tunes. Lastly - don't miss the super foodie charcuterie tray and my personal favorite wine - the Jan Tempranillo

Nothing here was good. In fact, the whites, which is all my wife drinks, were SO awful. It's a cute…read morespot and the server tried but I guess you can't do wine in Texas.

Even in the winter....LOVE coming to Valley Mills Vineyard. Weather is perfect! Today was a little…read morerain but they have plenty of covered seating.

Absolutely gorgeous grounds but ... how you gonna have such a major staircase at a winery lol BE…read moreCAREFUL. I drank a glass of their moscato and liked it but their tastings were pretty light and it was 4 for 20$ which seemed like west coast prices. If they were better pours I wouldn't be complaining. A nice little charcuterie. Needs more outdoor seating. The young ladies working were nice.

Went we went with 11 friends tonight, and they handled a large group very well, the wine was good…read moreand the food was great. They had a singer tonight, and he was good, and very accommodating to his audience.Several of the group got up and danced and or sang along with him, and he welcomed the compliment.

I feel bad for writing this because it's a family owned business and the woman was so sweet…read more However the wines were the worst we'd ever had. I did a flight with 1 red, 1 white and 2 sweet wines. 3 of them were so hard to drink, the last sweet wine was good. My friend really struggled to drink her glass of white wine. Sorry, I wouldn't recommend stopping here.

This is an amazing family-run business. The sommelier really knows his wines, especially his…read moreSpanish and European wines. And they offer the perfect dishes to accompany the wine. You can come for appetizers and wine tasting or dinner and wine by the bottle. Seating includes a covered front and back porch. Inside there's a long bar with plenty of bar seating, along with tall two-tops and standard four top tables. For a large party you been rent out half the space or all of the space. The service was like being waited on by friends. They were so helpful in explaining everything and, if you're inclined, they're happy to talk about what they've built here together -- Mother, Son, and Daughter-in-Law, all working in harmony to make this place sing. We've tried a number is wines and dishes get. The Pintxos are amazing. The Tapas are totally on point with our favorite being the Albondigas meatballs. And the charcuterie featured really high quality chorizo, Serrano ham, Manchego and Mahon cheeses, almonds, grapes and an amazing quince jelly that's firmer than a standard jelly and quite delicious. Well be back. And we'll bring friends :-)

Visited last week and Segovia is a very cozy & quaint establishment. Felice was SO HELPFUL &…read morepersonable! I really enjoyed the tasting to figure out what s my palate. We got to opportunity to chat it up with Armando, the owner as well. Exceptional customer service, felt very welcome here. Additionally we ordered Gambas Al Ajillo, Albondigas and Smoked Salmon & Cream Cheese. Everything was absolutely delicious, full of flavor. I wish I had room for dessert but that's absolutely good enough reason to return and try more wine!

What a great find in Stephenville, Tx!! I love wine so while my wife and daughter got their hair…read moredone I went to the wine bar instead of playing golf in the high wind. The owner was awesome, the staff were amazing and I just enjoyed speaking to them. Such a great place and I can't wait to visit again soon. Totally worth taking time out to visit. And if you're not a wine person they have a full bar for any palate to enjoy! I would recommend a bottle of Frank Family Chardonnay. It's very good. Or an old fashion if you wanted to switch it up. You can't go wrong here.

Wow! This was a pleasant surprise. I enjoy wine but my friends usually don't. We walked in due to…read morethe Hearsay's info online for Saint Patrick's Day . We were greeted by the lovely owner and bartender. We ordered wine, beer and whiskey. They have a wonderful selection. The decor and outside area are worthy of any big city high end establishment. The prices were good, atmosphere great! We will be back!

We had an absolutely incredible dinner at Blaine's tonight; easily one of the best dining…read moreexperiences we've had in Waco. We started with the pan-roasted romanesco, which was perfectly cooked and packed with flavor. The bread service with compound butter was a standout on its own: simple, but done at such a high level that it set the tone for the entire meal. We grabbed seats at the bar, which ended up being a great move. The atmosphere was lively but relaxed, and we enjoyed several glasses from their excellent wine selection. Our bar tender was knowledgeable, welcoming, and she made the whole experience feel elevated without being pretentious. For entrees, my wife ordered the chicken and fries, crispy, juicy, and incredibly satisfying. I went with Blaine's burger, and I don't say this lightly: it's hands down one of the top three burgers of my life. Perfectly cooked, beautifully balanced, and unforgettable. Blaine's is doing something special. If you're in Waco and looking for a place that nails both food and experience, this is it. We'll be back soon.

Blaine's is a beautiful restaurant with a great atmosphere. The music provided by Tram Kelly and…read morePat McKee was outstanding and added significantly to the evening. Presentation of the dishes was attractive and thoughtful, and we were pleased with our wine selections. We started by sharing the poblano corn chowder. Unfortunately, the dominant impression was salt. The soup was more of a brown, creamy sauce with chicken and corn than the aromatic, herb-forward poblano chowder I was expecting. Beyond the saltiness, there wasn't much depth or complexity of flavor. For entrées, we ordered the steak and the ahi tuna tomahawk. Both were visually impressive, but once again the overwhelming characteristic was salt. The tuna may have had a hint of tarragon, but it was difficult to appreciate much else. The steak was exceedingly salty--surprisingly so, even for someone who is not shy about using salt. Service was courteous but somewhat inattentive and slower than expected. At this price point, I would have hoped for more attentive service and a broader range of flavors rather than repeated assaults on the sodium receptors. One final curiosity: water was served in what appeared to be small jelly jars, which felt a bit odd given the otherwise upscale presentation. Overall, Blaine's gets good marks for ambiance, presentation, wine, and especially the live music. Unfortunately, the kitchen's heavy-handed use of salt overshadowed much of the meal. With more restraint in seasoning and a bit more attention to service, this could be an exceptional dining experience.

The environment is very inviting to hang out or read a book with a cup of coffee. The bottomless…read morecoffee is good tasting. I have not tried the bar out yet but it looks like a good spot for an outing with family or friends. Overall, I like going here because it is short walk away from my place.

Super cool new beer/wine bar!!! Really like the convenience of the patio and grab coffee or wine or…read morea beer, Waco needed this place badly, the hours are great too closing on Fridays and Saturdays at midnight! Perfect!

N/A Food 5/5 Service 5/5 Ambiance…read more Came to J Kowboy for a place to meet after dinner for a quiet place to talk with my date. PERFECT ambiance for this on a Saturday evening. We stayed about 2 hours. Owner/Host was super! Great music to chill by. Can't recommend enough!

They just opened! This is a laid back wine/beer establishment. They have comfortable communal…read moreseating, and outdoor seating when needed...no food, but they are next to a vietnamese restaurant and are happy to order and get for you. It smelt delicious, we didnt have time to partake. Wine Prices are comparable. Must visit!

Found this place online. The interior is great elegant dive bar. The staff is amazing. They had a…read morelimited menu due to saint paddy's day. Our group got the Shepards hand pie was very good so was the bangers and mash. I got the Irish burger, I perfectly cooked burger topped with corn beef, sauerkraut, thousand island dressing. Simply amazing. Can't wait to come back

Always a great time at Barnett's!! Great atmosphere, drinks, and food! Staff are friendly and…read moreattentive!

This location is 5 starts for aesthetics alone--in a renovated Victorian-style home--every nook and…read morecranny is filled with vintage/antique/vintage-style chic vibes. Parking on the left side of the house/cafe, walking up the handicap-accessible ramp...the porch itself is a wonder to behold with at least three swings and a few small tables. Current food and drink offerings are posted on an old door propped against a corner by the entry. I was overwhelmed with the flavor combinations, delighted by the branding of the shop, and knew I'd be making a big purchase--not being local and rarely traveling through Hico, TX we had to sample what is on offer from savory to sweet! Hico, TX has a real treasure right here ya'll! Honey lavender latte (seasonal), ham and gruyere muffin, and molasses cookies won the day for me! My partner agreed that of the three items I purchased for him, if only permitted to order one item again, it would be the molasses cookie! Similar to my aunt and grandma's chewy molasses cookie recipe, I was instantly transported to nostalgialand - grandma's kitchen or a ramshackle old cottage we used to reunion at--surrounded by relatives. Every bite filling me with goodness, warmth, and love! This is a spot I would frequent were I local to Hico--proudly sharing this beauty and its offerings with guests and purchasing goodies for office/special gatherings. If you're traveling down the road like we were, looking for a nice local coffee and something warm and delicious to eat, look no further. This is a MUST STOP.

My wife and I were on our way home from Glen Rose, TX and decided to stop by for some breakfast…read moreto-go. The name on Yelp of this restaurant needs to be changed to "2nd Street Social." It's right next door to where the address on the Yelp Page will take you, but it is formerly the "Bakeshop." The staff mentioned to us the former building/house was being renovated to become an AirBnB or something. We were looking forward to patio seating given we had our pup with us, but the restaurant didn't have any, so we opted for drive-thru. The restaurant itself has a small parking lot. The woman who took our order was very kind and informative, as mentioned previously. I ordered an "Iced Latte with White Chocolate" and ordered the "Breakfast Burrito," which contained sausage, scrambled eggs, and cheese. The latte was good, creamy and sweet with the WC flavoring. The burrito was also good, not amazing, but good! I should have ordered 2 of them, it wasn't too big, so keep that in mind. The cheese was melted inside and the sausage was super flavorful. There was a section of my burrito in which the sausage was actually cold, which took me by surprise, but other than that it was good. Pricing was decent for what we ordered. We would come back if we were driving through again!!