Good bar food. Open mic is a blast. Waitress friendly You have to go to hill country but it's…read moreworth it.

Poodie's Hilltop Roadhouse is a must if you're in the Texas Hill Country. The laid-back atmosphere,…read morelive music, and friendly staff make it a great place to relax. I enjoyed a Shiner Bock, a delicious sandwich, crispy onion rings, and fries while soaking in the true Texas vibe. Whether you're there for the food, drinks, or music, it's a place you'll want to come back to. I'll definitely be stopping in again!

Great spot to have a beer and watch a game with friends. It's covered from the rain and has a few…read morefood trucks that will bring food to your table.

Excellent additions to the menu this year. Old Austin BBQ is on point with their brisket and smoked…read morewings. The beef and lamb gyro from Sosa's also exceeded expectations. If you're in a football mood, swing by for lunch too!

Such a hidden gem in Bee Cave! We stopped in yesterday afternoon with a few friends, and I honestly…read morecan't believe I hadn't been here before. It's tucked away in a spot you might never know existed, but once you walk inside, the atmosphere is fantastic, tons of TVs, people laughing and having a great time, and just an all-around fun, laid-back vibe. We tried the loaded fries, Chop Chop sandwich, Cubano, and several drinks, and everything was delicious. The service was also amazing, she was friendly, attentive, and made us feel right at home. We were already talking before we left about coming back for football watch parties and girls' nights. Great food, great drinks, great service, and exactly the kind of atmosphere you want in a neighborhood bar. Truly one of Bee Cave's hidden gems!

Hands down THE weakest drinks on earth! I'm convinced they add water to their Tito's bottles. I…read morecould order doubles all night and feel nothing.

Hidden gem in the Lakeway neighborhood. The inside has great woodwork with a modern touch…read more Definitely worth a visit if you want a unique experience.

No that I'm that hard to please. Was looking for an elevated meal with my lovely wife…read more Here are my reasons that, in my opinion, is not worth the price or the time spent. Ambiance - Average. Bar area looked loud and fun. We wanted their elevated dining experience, so they took us to a table in an empty room that had what looked like Christmas ornaments hanging from the ceiling, that was quite warm. We mentioned it and waitress said she thought so, too. Really, we had to ask? The Elevated? I had to physically change chairs because mine had stuff on it from and earlier meal. Ew! Food - good but not elevated. Not for the price. Wine list - extremely over priced. As a partner of a Napa winery, I know what wine costs and the 'by the glass price" is what they pay for the entire bottle. Cellar bottle prices were 3X to 4X plus. Clincher - After the meal I received a call from them questioning our payment of the bill. We left a gift card, plus cash for the tip (we know wait staff like cash). Seems they only saw the cash and decided to call. I expect when the find the card and realize their mistake, they will not call to apologize (they can/should check their cameras to verify us making that payment). In my opinion, this a bar restaurant with decent food. Not fine dining, at all. Go there for a beer and elevated burger. But it will come with a price.

We had an absolutely wonderful experience at Plate! The food was exceptional, beautifully prepared,…read morecreative, and absolutely delicious. The mussels and coconut cake were to die for! Every dish reflected the chef's incredible talent and passion. One of the highlights of our evening was getting to meet the chef personally. She was so warm, engaging, and clearly passionate about her craft. It made the experience feel especially personal and memorable. The service, food, and atmosphere were all outstanding. Plate is truly a special restaurant, and we cannot wait to return. We highly recommend it! A must stop for folks visiting Austin Tx.!

I stopped by a few weeks ago and was seriously impressed by this spot! Hill Country Ice House gives…read moreyou that true hill country feel without the long trip to Fredericksburg. The outdoor space is massive and perfect for live music nights with fire pits and a great onsite food truck (the fries were amazing!). I even got a personal tour from the owner, which made the experience extra memorable. Inside the space is smaller but nice and cool which is a great escape on a hot day. They've got an awesome weekday happy hour and plenty of beer, spirits and frozen cocktails to choose from. Can't wait to come back this fall when it's cooler and really enjoy that outdoor area!

Chill Hill Country Hang! Great beer selection and biergarten! Loving the vibe! Come check it out!read more

I loved this place. Located and overlooking a Marina. We stopped by for brunch this morning. I…read moreordered the Mediterranean Benedict. It was really good. The eggs were fluffy and the hollindise sauce amazing. The service was good, but the view was outstanding. Thank you to The Lighthouse Restaurant for a super time.

I really wanted to enjoy this place. The setting certainly…read moregives it every opportunity to succeed. Sitting along the marina with boats gently coming and going, The Lighthouse has all the ingredients for an afternoon you don't want to end. Unfortunately, our experience never quite found its sea legs. We arrived with a party of five and walked up to the host stand where several young employees greeted us... sort of. We let them know there were five of us. They nodded. That was it. No "What's your name?" No "We'll get you on the list." No "It'll be about a 30-minute wait." Just... nodding. As more guests started filing in behind us, I finally walked back up and asked if they needed our name or phone number. The group looked at one another like I'd asked them to solve a calculus equation. Eventually someone located a scrap of receipt paper and a marker to write our information down. I'm choosing to believe it was someone's first day because otherwise, it was a genuinely confusing start. The patio was bustling, but considering Texas had apparently opened the Gates of Hades that afternoon, our group requested indoor seating. A plus? There was only one table seated inside and they were just having drinks. We thought it would be a very short wait. About thirty minutes later, one of the hosts finally asked, "Would y'all be okay sitting inside?" Our entire table answered in unison: "YES." Once seated, things improved... at least initially. The dining room overlooking the marina is comfortable, with large windows that let the view do most of the decorating. The televisions were on without dominating the room, making it easy for our family to settle in and enjoy something we hadn't done in years--simply sit around one table together and catch up. Thankfully, we had plenty to talk about because the food took a while to arrive. My brother and I decided to split The Shipwreck, the restaurant's signature sandwich. On paper, it sounded incredible: fried chicken, fried cream cheese, ham, bacon, lettuce, tomato, homemade blueberry jam, and an order of their truffle fries. That's a sandwich that practically dares you not to order it. Unfortunately, reality didn't quite match the menu. The biggest disappointment was the "homemade blueberry jam." It wasn't jam. It tasted exactly like canned blueberry pie filling. That one ingredient completely threw off the sandwich for me. (thankfully, just in case, we had asked for it on the side) Beyond that, it was... fine. Not bad. Not memorable. Just an average fried chicken sandwich wearing a few extra accessories in hopes of becoming something special. For more than twenty dollars, I wanted something that made me think about it on the drive home. Instead, I mostly thought about how much potential it had. The truffle fries were another miss. They arrived barely warm and were cold before we made it halfway through the basket. The promised truffle flavor was faint, there were a few shavings of Parmesan, and instead of the garlic aioli listed on the menu, we were served plain mayonnaise. Meanwhile, our server proved elusive. After taking our order and delivering the food, she seemed to disappear entirely. When she finally resurfaced to greet the table beside us, we took the opportunity to ask for our check before she vanished again. To be fair, two members of our party ordered the chicken fried steak and both enjoyed it, so there were certainly bright spots on the menu. But as a whole, none of us walked away particularly impressed. It's disappointing because The Lighthouse has so much working in its favor. The location is wonderful. The view is exactly what you'd hope for on Lake Travis. The atmosphere invites you to slow down and stay awhile. Now it just needs food and service that rise to meet the setting. As for me? The Lighthouse didn't quite guide me safely to shore. Next time, I'll be looking for another place to dock in search of a better meal.

Great time. Was here for a wedding event. The ambiance is great, wine is fine. Great vibes and…read moretunes here. Only reason it's not getting 5 stars is because the food was good but not amazing. Best, Bob B

THE BIG: Beautiful Texas hill country backdrop with tons of pickleball spots in Spicewood, Texas…read more Plenty of indoor and outdoor seating with family friendly spots for kids to run around. Parking lot available. THE BLACK AND WHITE: We came here on a Sunday afternoon since this place doesn't close until 9pm. The place was PACKED! We were fortunate to find a parking spot and there is also a on-premise brewery if the wines aren't your liking. We got the wine tasting which had six wines that were all made from Monterey, California grapes. I wish there were more Texas wines here, but they were delicious. We got 3 whites, a rose and two reds. All different varietals. My favorite was the chardonnay. THE FINAL BAMBOO: Overall the wine tasting was around $40. Pretty expensive in my opinion. I wouldn't go for the tasting and focus on getting a glass or a bottle to share.