Gorgeous sunset views. Bar was nice. Food truck was closed and no live music on a Saturday night.read more

The Shady Llama is a great place to go check out! This Beer Garden is located outside of Austin in…read moreHill Country. When we were poking around looking for breweries in the area on Yelp we came across The Shady Llama! This place doesn't make their own beer but they have lots of guest taps for breweries in the surrounding area. It's a good variety of beers to choose from and it looks like there is at least one food truck available sometimes in case you get hungry. The main draw for why we came here was to see the llamas and indeed we dis see some. One of them gave us some attitude and then sauntered off down a hill, taking it's less moody companion with it. They were funny and with the attitude I got and the name of the place I posted the Eminem song "My Name Is" where the lyrics "Slim Shady" get mentioned on Instagram because I thought it was all quite fitting. In addition to seeing the llamas we saw a great view of Hill Country. There was a lot of seating when we were here and could pick pretty much anywhere we wanted to sit. But I'm sure the place can get busy... the location and those llamas are reason enough. Cold beer, moody llamas and beautiful Hill Country... definitely worth the stop!

Nice place to pull in for a Beer and wings . But , I was…read morehere about a month ago and had the schnitzel, that was damn good. Giddings is a small stop on the 290, stop in here and you won't be disappointed.

The servers were really friendly and welcoming and the main reason for the 3 stars. However, it…read moretook a really long time to order and a very very long time to get our food. My boyfriend and were passing town and stopped by to grab lunch. My burger was over cooked and rubbery and my onion rings didn't taste like anything. My boyfriend's schnitzel was good and the sauerkraut was delicious. The gravy they put on the schnitzel was very good. I do think there was only 1 main server on the floor with 1 other person assisting where needed. While it was pretty empty during my visit, I am pretty sure they had an unexpected rush that had cleared right before I walked in and that is what delayed them. The 2 servers on the floor really tried and were hustling the best they could. I may have just walked in a day/hour where they were understaffed or behind in the kitchen.

Stopped in to grab a beer on the way home. Chatted with owner provided good information about his…read morebeer and kept the beer flowing. They had their own beer but also beer from other Texas places from line up they didn't have on tap. Smart. Example- he had porter and stout he made which we enjoyed. Also had a fellow IPA he didn't make. Good selection and like the place. Did not try the food.

First-time visit and overall a mixed but positive experience. The place has a very down-home,…read morecountry feel, and everyone we interacted with was genuinely friendly. There were plenty of drink options to choose from, and the menu definitely caught our attention, which is what brought us in. We started with the nachos with beef. They were pretty good overall, though the Velveeta-style cheese wasn't our favorite. The meat lovers pizza was a hit -- thin crust, well-cooked, and full of flavor. The main reason we came was for the chicken wings, and unfortunately, those were a bit disappointing and left us wanting more. However, the owner personally came over to apologize and explained that those were not the wings they normally serve. He even comped us $10 in cash, which was a very appreciated and classy gesture. The staff was friendly throughout our visit, and because of how the situation was handled, I'm willing to give them the benefit of the doubt and plan to come back again to let them redeem themselves.

I went to Bastrop Beer Company with my mom. She is not a beer drinker, yet she loved the decor and…read morethe comfortable seats. I found the beer selection interesting and diverse. It was hard to pick one from the menu because of the quality of the choices. Our server was very friendly and attentive to us, and she provided helpful information about the beer selection and other things. She made us feel welcomed and comfortable.

Really spacious craft beer bar and they've got that untap menu you can scan so you can quickly tell…read morewhat they have on their taps and also what beers you've already had. I love this. The bartender and I hit it off really well (super cute blond!) and she gave me some great recommendations on beers.

Great beers, great snacks, fun animals! This place has it all! Something for everyone. Nice outdoor…read morespaces. Food was terrific! Staff was very friendly! Would go back when in the area!

They have super yummy local honey & large pizzas that are worth it for the price. They've gotten a…read morelot of awards too

Reba's is easy to find and quite convenient. It's a large restaurant with a very nostalgic feel…read more The place is open and lots of seating. Music is great! We grabbed a menu and sat down. I noticed it's a bit limited on burgers and sandwiches but perhaps good for the area and easy for the staff to make. We ordered and added some pies, paid in cash for the discount and left to fill our cups. The cashier and another employee had conversations amongst themselves while we were ordering and paying. Felt a bit awkward since we didn't want to interrupt their hugging and or whatever they were doing. The sweet tea stayed mostly empty but lots of unsweetened tea. We dove right into our pies first. The Almond Joy didn't taste like the candy bar as much as an amaretto coconut pie but really good! The buttermilk pie was really good too. I ordered the chicken poblano "burger". The lettuce was sadly very soggy as was the whole sandwich. Thankfully the bun was toasted because there was way too much mayo. I noticed right away that it was just bland. The chicken was thick which is great but it was bland on bland on bland. No poblano flavor. I looked for the peppers. They were grilled/sautéed and thin. Soggy sitting under the lettuce. No flavor. The fries weren't anything special but the crunch. The tea was sadly tasteless as well. I really wish there was more to say. My mom's sandwich was just sort of...there. Nothing special to talk about. I'd go again for pie and coffee alone and only if I was desperate for something to eat. There may be better places to eat in town. It's slow paced inside. Good to watch cars go by and imagine what the place looked like years ago.

OMG! I was not a fan of pizza, that is until I got a meat lover's pizza from Reba's. The crust, not…read moretoo thin and not too thick; Crispy, yet tender and the meat was oh so flavorful, my pizza was baked to perfection. (FYI, I live in San Antonio and am very tempted to take a road trip for my next yummy slice.) Then there dessert...well, located within a rocks throw of Brenham, you know what to expect, and it ain't just yummy cookies and cake. Yes, ladies and gentlemen (drumroll) you guessed it...BLUE BELL ICE CREAM!! Spoiler alert they failed to have my favorite daiquiri ice but you're not going to lose me over that. (Hint: just saying for future options. I'll be on the lookout next time I'm rolling down 290 East.) All good and well, the girls behind the counter were attentive and nice. And the restaurant rang of a good place to go after a go hometown Buffalo's Friday night football game. (This is Texas you know.) Thanks Reba (if there is a flesh and blood Reba out there) for expanding to your latest downtown location. LOVE IT!

I have this business right around from my house if far South College Station. It is so convenient…read moreand I was so pleased to find that they actually did curbside for the the other day! They also have a Dog Beer (not real beer) that has 4 types and carry creative names. It is locally owned and a member of the Bryan/College Chamber of Commerce which is always important to our family as business members ourselves.

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Best selection of alcoholic and NA drinks, the tastiest snacks and the friendliest people in…read moreAustin! I rely on Sunrise Mini Mart whenever I need to chill out, party down or just grab a bottle of wine for dinner.

Subash is great and personable. Already Knows what I want when I walk through the door lol. Highly…read moreRecommend this convenience store. They have quite a large collection of wine here too, 5 stars!

Stumbled into this gem while adventuring through Round Top whilst starving, looking for a bite to…read moreeat and they did not disappoint. You order right at the bar (which is kinda fun because you get to peek at all the drink options). Inside is a little tight, not gonna lie but they've got a solid outdoor setup with plenty of seating. Looks like they even have fire pits, which I'm sure hits different when you've got time to hang and sip a few. Even though it was busy, service moved pretty quick and everyone was still friendly, which I always appreciate. And the food? So good. The tuna nachos came out looking all colorful and pretty, but the flavor combo is what really stole the show. Definitely a spot I'd swing back to next time I'm in Round Top.

We were in Round Top with our pals for a few hours before heading over to see some Shakespeare at…read moreWinedale. It was hot out and stores were staring to close, so we came here for some drinks and food to escape the heat. Of the several times that we've been to Round Top, we had never been to Round Top Brewing and were pleasantly surprised...by everything. The spot is cute and cozy--nothing fancy and plenty of charm that isn't too forced. We ordered food and drinks at the bar and then sat in their indoor patio area (no A/C but tolerable circulation with the fans). They make their own beer, and we both enjoyed the kolsch that we stuck with for the evening. As far as food, we shared a giant pretzel and our daughter got a plain pizza. The pizza is that cardboardesque version, but it was edible. The pretzel was decent, but definitely a frozen-to-oven situation. What we *do* want to shout out is the mustard it came with. It was SO good. We asked if it was homemade, and it allegedly was: so spicy and nasal-clearing and tasty. The mustard alone is what is pushing up from 3 stars to four! Bottom line: nothing crazy special, but a good place with friendly folks working and decent food and drink. Prices are consistent with the area, and it's certainly better than Mandito's and it beats the chaos of Royer's. We won't be back, but we're glad we tried it.