Very cute state park! I only did 2 hikes and they were easy and well paved. Seeing the limestone at the falls and knowing it's 300 million year old is incredible. The designated swim area is gorgeous with lots of pretty shaded spots for when the Texas sun is killing you. The walk to get there has quite a few steps but pretty easy for anyone in decent shape.

Had a blast there last weekend! My partner and I went camping there and during our stay, we visited many of the trails, saw some amazing views and even got to walk on the falls due to there not being a lot of rain lately. Which ultimately led to a burn ban being placed a couple of days prior to our arrival, so we couldn’t make a fire. But that was okay because we still had a fantastic time looking at the stars from our camp site. There’s quite a few trails in the park of all different lengths. There’s a swimming area that you can cool off in, after your hike too, which was refreshing. The bathrooms were really clean and maintained. The park staff were really welcoming and helpful explaining some things throughout the park. Would definitely recommend checking this state park out. We will be back

Such a fun and fairly easy hike! Some areas can be slippery, the water levels were low when we went but it was gorgeous and worth the hike! Bring some flashlights if you go near sundown as getting back to the trail head is difficult at night.

Camped here for 2 nights, explored the falls and swimming area, and had a great time. Facilities are well maintained and clean. Some campsites have a sunshade over the picnic table already, but not all do so be aware when booking your site (always check the pictures). Beautiful weather in November 🏕️

I went to spend a few days recharging in nature. This park checked all the boxes during my stay. Beautiful scenery with decently difficult hikes for someone who needs more exercise. Big clean sites with restrooms that were also clean and accessible. I felt safe. Saw rangers patrolling regularly. It was comfortable and peaceful and I hope to go again and also to bring friends.

Pedernales Falls is an absolute must-see destination if you are visiting the greater Austin area. This park delivers stunning, unique views and offers a fantastic full-day experience for families and kids. The primary attraction is the river's astonishing view of tiered limestone falls and sculpted rocks. It's truly a geological marvel that provides unforgettable photo opportunities. The park offers a designated swimming area (separate from the falls/flow area) and ample picnic spots, making it perfect for spending the entire day outdoors. You can also enjoy fishing in designated areas along the river. Tip: Be aware that the water level changes dramatically and quickly. Always check the park signs and conditions before venturing out to the falls area, as the area can be closed during flash flooding conditions.

Great park with options of swimming, hiking and camping. Plenty of parking is available near trails and hiking is pretty easy here. Loved the views and finding caves to explore. Swimming for the first few miles is off limits, but there are lots of spots to stop and cool off after that.

We visited after a long hike and really enjoyed our meal! The craft strawberry lemonade was soo delicious! My smash burger was flavorful and tasty. We also enjoyed the chicken nachos and Thai wings. The guacamole was also delicious! Our waitress was very friendly and helpful as well.

The wife and I decided to go on a road trip through wine country. For lunch, we stopped at this place. Despite being dimly lit, there was a lot of interesting decorations. Like the tables had wooden street signs protruding from the middle. The hamburger and sweet potato fries I ordered were unexpectedly awesome! I got just a basic double with grilled onions and cheddar. The richness and flavor of the burger is one of the best I’ve ever had. And I have eaten a lot of hamburgers. The service is not only friendly, but they genuinely seem like they enjoy what they’re doing. If you’re from the bigger cities and want to go on a road trip, this is a sure spot to hit.

We were in the area to visit the motorcycle museum and decided to give this restaurant a try—and we’re glad we did. The place was spotless and buzzing with activity, which immediately gave us confidence in our choice. Once seated, we were genuinely impressed by the attentiveness and professionalism of the waitstaff. The service was prompt, friendly, and thoughtful. The food exceeded our expectations. It had an upscale flair that you wouldn’t always expect in a Texas Hill Country restaurant. Kudos to the chef for the creativity and well-balanced flavors. All in all, this was a great experience. We’ll definitely be back when the fall motorcycle riding season kicks off.

Food was great! The hostess was very welcoming & with bubbly personality. They had serveral beer, wine, & cocktail selections. The strawberry blonde beer was a nice, crisp, lighter taste beer. Our server was good. However, the staff who brought the food on our table were lacking customer service skills. They did not seem happy with their assigned tasks. They need further customer service skills training. Their food & drink prices are more expensive than other similar places in town.

My wife and I had an amazing time at Pecan Street Brewing in Johnson City. We absolutely loved the laid-back, welcoming atmosphere. Our server, Grayci, was outstanding—her recommendations were spot on. The chicharrones were perfectly crispy, and our main plates were absolutely delicious. Great vibes, excellent food, and top-notch service. Highly recommended!

Came here for my first time on a Friday and had a wonderful burger that you cannot beat. The meat seemed very fresh and well cooked. My experience was so good I came back on Sunday with my family after church and it was still a great environment with very good service even when it was mostly full

We visited PSB during a car show. They were pretty busy but the service was excellent. Everybody was all smiles and despite being so busy they were able to seat 7 of us right away, in a nice quiet area in the back where there was a stage for live music. We ordered a hot pretzel and fried mushrooms for the table. We had chicken fried steak, a Benedict, and a couple "Chicken My Biscuit"s. The food was amazing. Hot, fresh, and plentiful. We were very happy with our experience and we'll be back!

These animals are hilarious! They have a great personality. Some will patiently and delicately eat out of your hands, others will swing their neck back to tell you to throw the food, and some will try to get into your window for food lol. One of the llamas sneezed when it greeted me, I thought it was just being silly until it got my fiancé with some spit! Lol! It is very easy to get distracted with the animals. One of the staff greeted me with a big smile and told us very kindly as one could far away, if we could hasten the pace. Oops! Sorry about that! I saw some of the negative reviews and it honestly made me upset for the business. I have been in upper management and paid close attention to how the staff greeted the customers and dealt with potential problems. I saw no issues here, and love that they see their employees as family too! I enjoyed my time, I will be back and will continue to tell others about this fun zoo!

We've been here twice (these pics are from back in March) and have a lot of fun each time! My 2 and 5 year old love feeding the animals, which come right up to the tractor. We did the guided tractor tour, which seems the easiest, and it's a good length of time. It costs extra for animal food but you get a decent amount, and the giraffe encounter also costs extra but is worth it. There are many different types of animals from zebras to camels, bison and deer, kangaroos and ostriches, etc. and separate from the tractor rides there are goats and a lemur, and more deer to feed and interact with. There is also a gift shop inside and a pavilion in the parking lot area. It's a fun and unique experience for lots of ages!

Great experience to all ages. From my 1.5 👶🏽year baby all the way to her 70 year old grandma 👵 we all had an amazing time there feeding the bison 🦬, goats 🐐 , camels 🐫 , ostrich 🦚 and others animals. Fair price to the the structure they provide also the store had good prices on gift items.

Did the drive through tour and it was so much fun. The animals run right up to your car looking for food. They’ll even follow you when you’re driving off! The animals are very social and well taken care of. Recommend animal lovers check this one out.

Cool place to visit. We rented Lucy's Den Cabin for a weekend. A bit pricey for what it was. Cabin could use a better coffee pot and more attention to cleanliness. (In cabinets and drawers was a bit of roach/bug feces.) Pool was ok'. The tour ride around was awesome though. Tour guide was great and very informative about wildlife. Very cool animals all around. Great for kids.

I would like to give a comprehensive recommendations and suggestions. Here we have just tried this few weeks ago. We are a family of 4+2. We wanted to try a drive-through since we one of our child is an infant. Since we were renting a mini van thought it’s sensible to go to a guided to her to save our vehicles from animals, and it was a right decision again. We had confusion between taking a guided tour or taking a private guided to work, so we have decided to be early in the morning, so we were there at 8:45, and we could easily make 9:30 guided tour which was less crowded and also fun because they play a nice music in the tractor. Please pack some food or a breakfast with you in the morning so that you can enjoy after reaching there when you have 45 minutes, you can buy two buckets of animal food for four or more people which is sufficient so you can utilise the initial 45 minutes to feed the pet animals there and dear and remaining can be on the tractor overall very friendly staff, very good guide very accommodative. It has got nice bathrooms and hand wash areas. Remember to do a hand wash after coming back.

A truly amazing and beautiful park to loose yourself in the adventure of so many different cute animals. Children would enjoy it and adults would treasure it . If you have a visitor consider visiting this beautiful park.

LBJ pizza with sausage, pancetta, avocado, jalapeño with a honey drizzle - it’s a must order! The carrot cake was fantastic too.

How nice to have a really good pizzeria in Johnson City. The evening we went we had the place practically to ourselves with friends. Highly recommended, but would like to keep it a hidden gem! 😉 BTW, the wine was overpriced? But we grinned and dipped it.

I was here with a school class trip and came here to eat while waiting. I ordered the New York lunch special pizza, build your own. Had a great salad before the pizza was done. They make a dill salad dressing that is awesome! Service is VERY GOOD and the place is nicely set up. They also have wines but driving I couldn't try those.

Simple, unassuming spot in a small town—but don’t let that fool you. We’re from out of town and weren’t sure what to expect, but we were pleasantly surprised. The pizza was very good, and there was plenty of space to relax. Service was excellent—our waitress was attentive and friendly. Wouldn’t hesitate to come back.

We went on 8/22/25 and had the most amazing experience with Julissa. She educated us on some wines and had the best conversation. Her service alone will make sure we go again. We ordered the parm wings and pickle pizza. The best lunch I’ve had in a while!!

We came back! (2024) Pecan Street Brewery was full. (Lunch Rush) 12:30pm ( 1st week of summer) Key words: tasty, good,chill,good beer, We stopped by at this place. I ate here 2 times before nice chill place. Jazzy and chill. We got the 5 start treatment. Server saw the kids' shirt, put on gaurdians movies for us. Full attention. Refills and attention are great. Complete opposites of pecan brewery. (During lunch rush) I hope this place continues to be great! Thank you for your services! (2025) It's been a year since we atet here. It's still pretty good consistency. i love it!. Thank you, Jennifer!! You go above and beyond.

We had lunch here during our visit to Johnson city and we were so delighted with the food, waitress and atmosphere. We built our own pizza and had the Cesar salad- both delicious. It has a cute wine bar as well if you’re looking for a little date night!

Food was delicious, but the highlight of our entire experience was the service and fantastic conversation with our server/bartender Kaitlyn. From the moment we were sat, we felt so welcome and taken care of. Kaitlyn was and always is incredibly attentive and friendly. I love how she takes the time to chat with us, offering a personalized experience that makes/made our night feel really special. For dinner, we started with the red fish chowder and ended with the filet mignon with mashed potatoes and macaroni for the sides. Both dishes were cooked perfectly, and the flavors were fantastic. While the restaurant itself is beautiful and the food is great, it was the exceptional service that will have us coming back again and again. If you're looking for a top-notch dining experience with friendly, knowledgeable, and genuinely fun service, consider asking for Kaitlyn. You won't be disappointed!!

Bryan's on 290 should be a "must eat" when you are in Johnson City (or near it). We have been twice, and the service has been spot-on both times. The food is excellent, and their Lemon Tart is worth the calories. This is one of the very few restaurants in the Highland Lakes area that will start you off with an amuse bouche. In this case it was an unbelievably tasty salmon pate. We started our meal with East Coast Oysters and Steamed Mussels. Both were fresh and delicious. Four our entrees I had Jumbo Grilled Shrimp on Grits, they were amazing. My husband had their Smoked Prime Pork Chop, also excellent. Both times we have eaten here our meals were superb and, as a bonus, their patio is dog friendly!

Bryan’s just introduced a new burger for happy hour Tuesday through Friday. Now it’s not easy to break new ground with a Burger. But consider what Chef Bryan is doing and decide for yourself. The bun is baked in-house. The burger is a house-ground mix of steak, brisket and ground beef. I think about 7-8 ounces. Smoky grilled. Caramelized onions are not an afterthought. They add a perfect foil to the horseradish aoli. The cheese is American-cheddar combo. It is served with tomato pickle and romaine on the side. For me.. well all I can say is this: It passes the most fundamental test for any burger. Once you pick it up it will not put it down again. If you get the idea that Chef Bryan can throw down a contender for best-in-class any time he wants, you’re right. Craft Cocktails are plentiful and the wine list is wonderful. The burger is a 4:30 to 6:30 special and destined to become a local/industry favorite. And for good reason. It makes you happy. And isn’t that the point. Bravo Bryan!

Tasty tasty! Exceptional service. Pricy but well worth it. The specials were great. In particular the rib on cilantro rice was so delicious. Also enjoyed the bone marrow and ceviche apps. The sweet potato chips-so good! Recommended for sure.

My sister and I were passing through Johnson City when we landed on this gem. From the atmosphere, to the food, we truly enjoyed our time here. We also had a chance to talk with Chef Bryan and different people on staff. Everyone was super nice! My sister had the scallops, which were amazing, and I had the pork chop. We also shared some of the crispy Brussel sprouts which were amazing. I recommend this place as we hope to go back one day. It was truly a great evening.

Great Steak. Bone Marrow should not be missed! Kaitlyn is a top notch bartender!

We discovered this place as a recommendation from friends. It's a nice place with a great atmosphere. It was easy to get a reservation on a Friday evening, although I'm not sure we needed one and they have parking adjacent to the restaurant. So, to start with, we were taken to a table in the very back of the restaurant. It seemed odd since in the bar area, which was bright with sunlight, some nice music playing and other people but not full. Then there was what maybe is the main dining area with some other people. But we were taken to a dark area of the restaurant where there were no people and it was almost like they wanted to keep us out of view of other people? It was just me and my daughter and we were dressed nicely so this seemed quite rude and we had to ask to be seated somewhere not so secluded. I don't understand why the need to put us as far away from every other patron. The menu isn't large but everything on it sounded so appetizing... we actually tried several of the starters. We had the Steamed Mussels, Crispy Brussels Sprouts, Iceberg w/bacon and Gorgonzola and the Scallop & Blue Crab Dip. Okay the short answer is the Brussels Sprouts win hands down; but next time I would order then without the smoked pork belly. The iceberg with gorgonzola I would pass on. Nothing beats a traditional wedge salad with real bleu cheese. The "house made bacon" was too big of chunks and should should have been cooked more thoroughly but simply I just wouldn't recommend. The steamed mussels we are mixed on; they were cooked well and the sauce was good. But the mussels were the smallest mussels I have ever had. The Scallop & Blue Crab dip was good and while the toasted bread they served it with was good, it would have been so much better with the grilled bread that comes with the mussels. Please be aware, these appetizers are on the smaller side. Great for two people... but more than two people, you will want to order double or additional appetizers. For our main courses, we ordered the Seared Salmon which is served atop a spinach salad and has a soy lime dressing. We also had the 14oz ribeye with garlic buttermilk mashed potatoes. The salmon looked amazing... but just looked. The salmon itself was cooked to perfection... but the soy lime dressing is incredibly salty and just took away from the flavor of the salmon. As for it being a soy lime... I can't say I could taste much lime. But again, very salty. For the ribeye, it was okay. For the price, I was expecting a much more flavorful piece of meat. It was cooked as ordered and it certainly was tasty, but I wouldn't go on to say it was a great piece of meat or that I would order it again. For the mashed potatoes... very disappointing. Never tasted any garlic and while I'm sure they are not, they almost tasted like something from a box. It's staggering to me because mashed potatoes are so easy to make. These are not fluffy mashed potatoes but almost runny which is why I compare them to mashed potatoes from a box (just see the photo). For an additional side, we had the "Spicy Green Beans". Green beans they were... spicy they were not. To give it a full try, we even had dessert; We had the chocolate crème brûlée and strawberry shortcake. The 'chocolate crème brûlée was simply just chocolate pudding. I make an amazing crème brûlée and again, this was just chocolate pudding. The 'cake' in the strawberry shortcake was quite hard and not moist. Again, quite a surprise. Making a simple yellow cake is so easy. Last, the wine menu was also disappointing. There was one selection for a white wine by the glass and just a few reds. They have an assortment of wines but nothing on the list that stood out. It was a nice experience, but not a place I would go out of my way to try. We will probably go back at some point just to try again, but for now we will check out some other establishments.

What an awesome experience! I have good friends (literally family to me) visiting my wife and I. I had additional time with my friend's two sons, so I looked up science museums, (what kid doesn't like a science museum) and I saw Science Mill as a choice. Great choice I made. Both of the boys really enjoyed Science Mill. So many interactive galleries to check out, a virtual reality that is free, movie theater, outside and inside areas to explore. Science Mill in Johnson City, TX is a wonderful, fun place to check out. Especially if you have children with you. Definitely recommend.

This place is a really amazing. LBJ history on the walls with huge wooden beams and rusted silos. This is usually something you find in the big city. My 9 year old son loves this place. They make it easy to navigate the projects. I am so lucky to have this just 35 min of hill country drive away.

This is such a cool place! My kids (17, 12, 10) and I spent hours here. I think we did every activity! Love the combination of an old building with modern, interactive exhibits!

This place was fun and interesting. Even for the grown ups. Some of the exhibits weren't working but overall a great place to visit.

We enjoyed our visit! The interactive exhibits in the Silos were our favorite! Engaged both my 7th grader and my Senior.

Wonderful mission. Very nice exhibits. Super nice staff. I drove 6 hours to and from & it was totally worth it. From Houston, the drive was nice and so peaceful. I hope to be able to take my neices and nephews soon.

Overall we had a good experience on our first visit to the Science Mill! We drove in about an hour from Austin after hearing a lot of people hype it up. It was a lot smaller than I thought it would be but still had a lot to look at and try. I was disappointed that several of the machines were down and not working. I also do think some of the stations need more directions on how to use them. We couldn't figure some of them out and just had to guess. The staff was friendly but some of them do just stand around. My kids had fun and that's all that really matters!

Interesting history on the Texas White House and LBJ's childhood home. It's in two different spots, downtown Johnson city, and outside of town about 14 miles at the ranch(which is at the state park). Both areas were interesting and informative. We took a tour of the childhood home and then did the auto tour of the ranch. The NPS website/app has an audio tour for the ranch drive that was really informative. Support your National Parks!

This was a very informative experience. The rangers and other staff were very helpful. I was not fully aware of how much LBJ had done for our "Great Society." There are 2 parks about 13 miles apart. This National Park and the LBJ State Park. Plan extra time to see both and drive through to see additional exhibits, etc.

What an educational tour of the visitors center and the home LBJ grew up in. The rangers were very informative and took their time explaining the history and answering questions. There are videos to watch if you have the time and a gift shop to explore.

We had a wonderful tour of the boyhood home of LBJ. Our tour guide was very informative and provided many interesting facts. LBJ used his roots and his observations to create projects that were beneficial to his constitutes.

Our family stayed in the Hill Country for Spring Break, and one of our day trips was to learn about LBJ, our 36th President of the United States, by going first to his boyhood home in Johnson City and then going to the LBJ Ranch. It's helpful to start one's trip first at the LBJ National Historical Park Visitor Center in Johnson City, view its exhibits and introductory movie upon request that summarize the President's humble beginnings and rise into politics, first as US Representative and then Senator, Senate Majority Leader, Vice President, and President of the United States. The exhibits and movie tell about his "Great Society" domestic accomplishments on civil rights, health care, and welfare as well as his presidency tainted by race riots and poor public opinion on escalating American involvement in the Vietnam War. We timed our morning visit with the ranger talk at the boyhood home. Afterwards, go to the LBJ Ranch in Stonewall by first going to the LBJ State Park and Historic Site Visitor Center to pick up a free driving permit and self-guided tour map of the ranch run by the National Park Service. Driving around the ranch, one gets to see LBJ's famous Hereford cattle roaming the grounds and baby calf in the show barn. Final stop is the Airport Hanger Visitor Center, where one gets to view the Lockheed Jetstar Air Force One-Half, LBJ's car collection, and grounds of the Texas White House. We timed our afternoon visit with the ranger talk at the Texas White House. Even though LBJ's boyhood home and Texas White House are closed under renovation, we had a great time learning from the ranger talks and were able to walk around surrounding grounds. Virtual tours are also available online and in the Johnson City Visitor Center.

Love walking around the park and seeing the visitors center. Easy to get this place confused with the other park. Went here during the day and then stayed to enjoy the Christmas lights around the town. Johnson City puts on a go show. Thank you so much.

Great historical spot. The Ranch mostly closed but did get to visit Air Force 1/2, school & farm where he was born. His boyhood home in Johnson City was wonderful. Tour of home outstanding!

It's a cute coffee shop, happy vibes and great coffee. Very soothing in this heat. I randomly happen to stop here, they got food truck in the vicinity, I tried those too. Worth it!

Their spring special— Lemonade w/ Butterfly Pea Flower Tea (pictured) was positively magical. Got to the establishment 12 minutes before close and the staff were all very welcoming and happy to serve us. They even served us some turnovers ON THE HOUSE that they were going to be trashed at closing time. 10/10 would order here again.

High vibe alert!! High vibe ✅ Delicious muffins ✅ Out of this world coffee ✅ (Highly recommend Kay's Honey Pecan Latte... You're welcome! 😉) When given the opportunity, we will be back. Such a great craft coffee shop!! 💯

Yummy coffee, clean atmosphere, food trucks outside, kind staff. Was really happy that they could customize a blended espresso drink for me- I love banana and coconut add to espresso! It turned out really good! Love that they use Greater Goods coffee beans.

On our way back from a winery tour, we stopped by this small country coffee shop by chance, without any expectations. The interior was beautifully done, so instead of just getting takeout, we decided to sit at a table for a while. The staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming, which made the visit even better. Most importantly, I had the best of the best coffee here — absolutely unforgettable. Highly recommend stopping by if you are in the area.

Yum. Espresso latte was smooth and delish - not bitterness. My wife had a salted caramel latte and remarked it was perfect and my son had that chocolate chip cooking, which was as much chocolate as cookie - it was very good as well.

The food is amazing and the smoothies don’t like don’t even let me get started on the smoothies. The strawberry banana smoothie is probably the best and the atmosphere is really good. They have games, books and other stuff and their stuff that you can buy like candles, shirts, and more And there’s a place that you can lounge around with tables and chairs and the service is really fast and the people are really nice. I do recommend 1010.

First winery hit on a quick trip. Pretty cool outdoor seating area with tree cover and shade. They have you sit down outside and they bring the wines to you for your tasting. We actually shared a tasting. The older lady helping us was the sweetest and most kind lady I think I’ve ever had the pleasure of experiencing at a winery. She walked us through the whites and reds. My partner enjoyed all of the whites and some reds. I enjoyed most of the reds but I would rate them in general as “fair”. I can’t really say and stood out to me. Their take on viognier was lackluster but the Tempranillo was fair. No major standouts really. Whites were super light.

I booked this for my birthday, a large group tasting for 6. It was to include a "large" cheeseboard that fed "6-8 people. We even asked the server if it was a large or if there was a mistake. He confirmed it was their large. Luckily we had one person back out so there were only 5 of us, so we got 2-3 bites each. Anyone that loves a good cheeseboard knows people want more than a couple bites!! How was this a large board? Photo 1 is their alleged large board. The next photo is of a board that was for TWO PEOPLE at Slate Theory - beyond impressed with that one!! The other is just an insult. ...Especially after I told my friends I had a surprise for them (for my birthday lol) and that is what came out. I would never return after this 💔

We had a lovely tasting with Woody. He is very passionate about The wines & Lost Draw. They are audacious with their wine choices. I wish them the very best!

Hi, this is Phil. I was a guest of Anna’s at the latest big group meetup. We enjoyed plenty of different wines and all of the employees were very kind. We finally met the famous Shawn (ask about the duck photo). Everyone was super friendly and treated us with care. The wine was super duper and scrumptious. Food and band was awesome. Shout out Shawn! He’s the best. I’m the best. Not sure. Either way. Staff is great. Try the wine. Live. Laugh. Shawn. P.S. that duck photo better be in the office. P.S.S. Thanks for having us! So anyway, here’s a brief history of Hawaii: “Hawai‘i was originally settled by Polynesians around 1,500 years ago, who developed a rich culture and society across the islands. In 1778, British explorer Captain James Cook became the first European to arrive, marking the beginning of increased Western influence. The islands were unified under King Kamehameha I in 1810, forming the Kingdom of Hawai‘i. After decades of political and economic pressure from American interests, Hawai‘i was overthrown in 1893, annexed by the U.S. in 1898, and became the 50th state in 1959.” Best, Again, Phil

The staff was so warm and welcoming! They were very attentive and knowledgeable. We brought our young kiddos and they were very accommodating giving them bubbles to keep them entertained. The view is spectacular. There wasn’t a wine we didn’t enjoy….we did the signature tasting. Highly recommend!

Our host/server, James, was awesome. He not only knew the Lost Draw wines but other vineyards which elevated the experience.

We were welcomed with a delicious wine and lead into the tasting room where Danielle greeted us! She was so informative and passionate and then took us around the vineyard, took our photos and made the entire experience my best winery visit ever!

We came to go Johnson City and we're craving some pizza and found Hot Mess Pizza online. Calling to place the order was nice and easy and we were called just as the pizza was ready for pickup. We got a large pizza with extra cheese (half sausage) and a small Supreme. The cheese was tasty and the sauce has a little kick to it that was just right. If there's anyone who's sensitive to spice, you might want to let them know, but everyone in our family ages 8 to 88 enjoyed the pizza! 🍕

After getting done at Pedernales we were starving and decided to call in an order to this highly rated place. I was surprised that it was actually a food truck next to a bar but so glad we tried it! The food was just amazing!! They were out of boneless wings so we just ordered the plain with sauce on the side. The pizza was the Cowboy? And it was just perfect, Thincrispy crust. A great local place!! Highlight of our night, thanks Guys!!

Pizza was really good!! Sat at the outdoor covered seating, the man in the food truck was very nice, pizza came out much faster than expected, first time eating here, but probably won't be the last if my family and I pass through this city again! Thank you!

Stopped in during a road trip from San Antonio and I'm glad we did. The whole family enjoyed it. We ate at one of the two picnic tables provided but there is a covered seating area across the lot. We will do this again. Thanks for a great meal!

Driving through Texas, I wanted to try something unique and funny to the area on my way out. This came up on the GPS as on the way and had pretty stellar ratings on Google and Yelp. When arriving, I was a little confused that it was food truck as the first picture showed an interior with seating. The photo ended up being from the coffee shop next door which upon asking, allowed us the bring the food inside. There were also some other food trucks in the area implying this is an area in which they are stationary. I placed my order and was told it would be 15 minutes and that they would call me when it was ready. The time passes and the pizza was ready. All and all, it was pretty good. It had a nice clean flavor and cooked just right. I had pizza at the Kalahari two days prior, but would say that this pizza was actually better than theirs. Would recommend this place.

Stopped by on our way to Dallas and found this gem! Got a meat lovers and trouble mess pizza. They were both Delicious! We wanted to try a burger but unfortunately they were unable to make it. The food we did order was still superb. The Balsamic Glaze on the trouble mess was something else! Definitely a great local spot to grab some food with friendly service.

We had the “troubles mess” and a batch of naked hot wings — all were cooked to perfection. The wood oven pizza had a great chew/crispness to the crust. We will be back to try other selections on the menu

had a nice lunch with the family and enjoyed just about everything! service was friendly and attentive. the atmosphere is simple but warm. our food seemed to take longer than expected for how quiet it was. the pickle chips were great. the bbq was a bit hit or miss though. the beans and potato salad were fine, same with the sausage. the pork ribs were tasty but the brisket was lacking flavor.

Random stop on our way home from a weekend away. We sat outside & it was lovely. Love the little shops and decor outside! Food was good. Fried pickles were great. Chicken fried steak was good and a large serving. Everyone was pleased. We'll definitely stop again on our way home next time.

amazing service, Brenna was excellent! we had a great time. Our drinks were on time, and made to perfection! enjoyed the food, the drinks and can't say how much of a good time we had! What an incredible town and what an incredible BBQ place this is! highly recommended! Will definitively come again!

So good, we came twice. I love their pecan salad! That dressing was like a lemon ranch. I never had anything like that before. I ordered that with a side of turkey. That turkey was SO good. My husband liked the bbq a lot, but he said he’d hoped for a Smokey flavor. We are used to the Smokey flavor in bbq but it was missing that. Either way, the meat was very delicious and so tender. Dang shame we don’t have this place near home. But, I’ll try and replicate that salad!

I had the Cubano sandwich. It was great, a very healthy serving as well. We also had the chicken fried chicken. The flavor was just a bit off when paired with the gravy which was a bit in the bland side. I totally appreciated the service and friendliness of everyone on staff. We'll more than likely go there again at some point, but we'll be more selective. Recommend.

Oh. My. God. I don’t even know where to start… would you just freaking look at this plate!? All this for $21. Where else can you get a plate of DELICIOUS & JUICY BBQ this size in the hill country? I will be making the 50 minute drive from Lakeway far more often for this. Maybe known well around town, this place is an absolute hidden gem to the rest of us living closer to Austin… this place gives every BBQ spot around the big city a run for its money. I think I’d eat this off the floor without hesitation 🤤😋

Had a great experience here. Sat in the courtyard which allowed my dog. Atmosphere what pleasant. The rustic look fit the downtown vibe of Johnson City. Brisket salad was slammin and the burger was HUGE and delicious. Lola was a fabulous server and very attentive. Would definitely recommend!

Their patio is beautiful. The view was so nice and relaxing. We had a tasting with Lezli and she was very attentive, knowledgeable and helpful. You have to order one of their pizzas. We had the Meyer Lemon pizza and it was truly amazing!

Suzie was awesome! We started our day at Fredericksburg with Untamed and Suzie lit our day just as we reached the town on our first stop. Pizza recommendations were awesome and we super loved the Southern African Summer and Kale No! pizzas. She recommended the Lemon-heirloom salad which was so refreshing and a great starter to the Pizzas main. We had the Grand Flight and the Proprietor's Reserve Flight. Both had a company of wonderful wines which we had no regrets ordering. The wines were great pairing to the food and we enjoyed our time there. Great place for alcoholics and non-alcoholics (for pizza) at the same time!

My husband and I had the most amazing time at this vineyard during our recent trip to TX. We showed up around lunchtime on a very windy Monday and had the place mostly to ourselves - we loved the upscale but relaxed atmosphere and immediately felt at home. The views were wonderful but the wines were the star. I LOVED my rose flight (something I didn’t find elsewhere.) The charcuterie board we shared for lunch may be the prettiest I’ve ever encountered at a winery. It was more than large enough to be our shared lunch, but would also be perfect for snacking with a larger group. Everything we had was truly delightful. Michael was extremely attentive and made sure we had everything we needed - providing overviews of the wines and vineyard, as well as recommendations for future stops on our trip. Thank you for a wonderful visit!

My husband and I came to celebrate his birthday. Sebastian was our server and he was soft spoken and really kind. We shared the Meyer lemon pizza and a bottle of white wine. The hostess was so nice and friendly. I would definitely come back for the pizza. Also, all their flowers were blooming and the bees were really happy. We shared their cheesecake which was made from a Japanese potato, and it was interesting but delicious. 🤤

Untamed Wine Estates continues to impress! On Sunday, June 8, 2025, we took some close friends to Untamed for lunch and wine. Our friends were given a 5-star treatment by David, and had such an enjoyable and memorable time. David is so knowledgeable about the wine and a terrific asset to the team at Untamed. David even took the time to take our guests on a guided tour of the barrel room and production facilities. Of course, Chef McKenzie's food is always delicious and she continues to amaze us with how quickly her kitchen gets the amazing artisan pizzas to the tables. The fabulous wines that Dane puts out are so impressive! Extremely well-balanced and fruit forward with perfect tannins that don't overwhelm the beauty of the grapes and the flavor of the wines. Consistency and impeccable service keep us coming back. We appreciate being treated like "family" by Dane, McKenzie, Anouska & Ryan (Congrats on your recent nuptials you two!), Suzie, David, Lezlie, Tom, Lu Ann, Sebastian and all of the other team members that work so hard to make Untamed such an incredible experience! We love you ALL and we dare to be Untamed! George & Gigi

I visited Untamed with my sister for her birthday and what beautiful experience we had. We did a wine tasting and had the mushroom pizza during our visit which was to die for. It paired so nicely with the Pinot noir from the wine tasting. Tom was our waiter and he was simply incredible. From the moment he took us the table, to when he learned that it was my sister’s birthday; he went above and beyond in making our visit memorable. I highly suggest a visit and ask for Tom!

Please come visit this winery. The wines are so good and the pizza’s delicious. Thank you so much Micheal for taking such good care of us. If we weren’t visiting from the Netherlands, we would be back every weekend 🤩

When your passion for traditional style champagne methods is just itching at you, one can’t help but seek the opportunity to pursue those dreams and make them a reality. The Hill Country, as well as Texas, has been blessed with this unique winery’s focus on making quality sparkling wines. This new venture by owners Elisa and Chris Jones started with 2020 wine vintages (Merlot and Aglianico) and about nine tons of fruit. Since then, they have acquired property near Johnson City in 2022, and it has been full steam ahead since. The current location sits on 43 acres with a current “tiny” tasting room opened in the Summer of 2022. Using French specialized champagne equipment, Elisa honors the traditions of méthode champenoise in every bottle. Although they are a boutique winery, they have set up an impressive full-scale production for producing Texas sparkling wine. There are plans for future expansion and a vineyard too, for estate sparkling wines. About 12 acres are planned and you can look forward to Chardonnay being grown there for a future bubbly to savor. The soil does need some rehab, so they have planted some ryegrass and clovers, helping to bring those nutrients back to the site. Currently, grapes for their sparkling and still wines are sourced from Texas Hill Country AVA, Texas High Plains AVA, and the highly sought after vineyards near Dell City. The winery has been under the incubator care of John Rivenburgh which has been an added blessing for this new startup locale. Two main flights are on the list for tasting, “Only the Reds” and “I Like It All”. Let’s just dive right into the good stuff for starters. Being initially treated to the 2023 Sparkling Trebbiano will wet your appetite for what was to follow. It’s fruity, refreshing, and tingles all the way to your toes. This was equally complimented by the 2023 bubbly Grenache. A stunning introduction to their passion for sparkling wine proved that their wines were spot on. Their still wines were equally well crafted. The 2023 Vermentino was a great follow up to the sparkling wines showcasing bright, crisp, and refreshing citrus and floral honeysuckle notes. And who doesn’t like a good Texas Mourvèdre Rosé wine? Their 2023 vintage was left on the skins longer and is incredibly refreshing with lovely strawberry notes and good acidity. Moving on to the reds was the 2022 Sangiovese. Aged for 18 months in a neutral oak, juicy cherries will dance across your palate coupled with a soft touch of smoke for tease. Following the Sangiovese was the 2022 Mourvèdre. Those plum and berry notes reigned supremely paired with a medium acidity. Next in the tasting lineup was their 2023 Amelia. Oh my! This version of a Bordeaux style red wine blend was simply fabulous. With a blend of 50% Merlot, 25% Malbec, and 25% Cabernet Sauvignon, its prominent notes of plum and cherry, plus that soft feel will be quite soothing for red wine lovers. Malbec lovers should be equally pleased with their 2021 vintage. Black pepper, plum, and some smoke will delight your palate, leaving you longing for a big juicy burger to pair with it in your future. The Tannat was also impressive with a deep, big and bold full body feel. The 2022 Segno II was the final wine sipped. This Tuscan style blend of Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon was very balanced with medium acidity, and a lovely finish that will put a big smile on your wine face. Having already made their mark on the Texas wine industry in such a short period of time is quite impressive. Their pioneer effort in producing top quality sparkling wines in Texas is showing all the signs for a successful future ahead. This is a small, hands-on, friendly family run operation, and you should plan to chat and sip while you are there as the owners are happy to share their story and passion for this endeavor with you when you visit. Being further off the HWY 290 traffic does bring a bit of serenity and quite nature Zen to the tasting experience, which you will find to be a bonus. Can’t wait to visit again to sample future vintages. Santé!

A great gem just off the beaten path and not to be missed. The reds are excellent. Don't overlook the location because the service and tasting is a real find. Alyssa is and excellent hostess. This should be one of the big-time stops on the Fredericksburg crael.

Run don't walk! Elisa Christopher is a trailblazer making delicious sparkling Texas wines.

Excellent experience this past Saturday. The tasting room is quaint and modern. It is set up to get to know the wines and winemakers. I’m excited to try their sparkling wines in the future! Take the 9 minute drive off 290. It is worth it!

A way off the beaten track. Great wines but from other winery sources. Probably the smallest tasting room that you will ever see (two tables). Most of their business seems word of mouth and by reservation. Very good service. Worth a try for the adventures getting there.

Fantastic new winery! Overall, All the wines were superb. Quality and attention to detail are shown from the bottle and label to the last drop. Clearly the wine maker is showcasing a lifetime of knowledge and love of wines. The Rose is the best my wife and I have ever had, and the Malbec blew me away. Can’t wait to try the next releases and the upcoming sparkling wines. Watch out Napa, Elisa Christopher wines are coming to take all your awards!

Wonderful experience. Loved all the wines. What a great wine maker. Will be back soon with friends. Hidden gem.

We love coming here!! The wines are a fantastic representation of the fine wines Texas has to offer. It’s always an enjoyable and relaxing experience here. The tasting room is beautiful as well. Porter is great in the tasting room and can navigate you through their great selections. Head over to Westcave and enjoy!! Cheers!!

We attended the 2024 eclipse here and loved it! We had a family reunion and everyone at Westcave was so helpful. Even when there were small mIsunderstandings they were very kind and helpful. Bathrooms were clean. Wine was delicious! We traveled all the way from Africa to be here and I would do it again!

I loved the beers here! As a Belgian who grew up surrounded by great beer, I can be a bit picky — but the Dunkel really stood out. Smooth, rich, and full of character. Definitely my favorite! Thank you Porter!

Great winery, awesome beer, and amazing food. The owners are very inviting and present. We always have a wonderful time.

My wife and I heard wonderful things from another couple about Westcaves wine and beer selections and had to see for ourselves. We arrived shorty after opening on Sunday and was well greeted by Margaret. She was an absolute delight throughout our entire wine and beer tasting experience and would highly recommend anyone looking for true Texas made wine and beer to drop in. Plan on staying awhile because the drinks are amazing, the property and tasting room very comfortable and you're likely to meet alot of their members which you're sure to make immediate friends with. Pet friendly and they have a spacious overnight property with outdoor patio available for anyone looking for a short walk to the winery. Cheers!

Party of 12 really enjoyed our time spent at Westcave. Very personalized and great wine. Thank you so much for the outstanding hospitality.

I brought a group of 8 out for the weekend to celebrate my birthday, and we did the cellar tour and tasting. Margaret sure knows her stuff, and we all had so much fun learning about her processes and tasting straight from the barrels at various stages of production. We are not new to wine, and each of us walked away with new knowledge. Their merlot is fantastic and should not be missed!

Great wine, everything that we tried was fantastic! The people were very nice and the grounds are very beautiful. We will definitely be coming back!!

We're pretty new to TX wines because we're new to TX, so we wanted to learn. The Ron Yates wines were some of the best we've tasted so far in TX. There seemed to be a theme...the 2021s were all really good. Equally important, in the tasting room, Zach and Courtney were fantastic. So friendly, so accommodating, and eager to show off the wines. We'll be back with friends....

Ron Yates Wines is our go-to spot in the Texas Hill Country for great wine, service, & atmosphere. There is a nice selection of wines, something for every palate. The staffCourtney, Zach, Barry, & Dan—are really knowledgeable about the wines. I just describe what kind of wine I feel like having and they always have the perfect suggestion. They are very attentive and often walk outside the tasting room to see if we need new pours. Each server brings a different, wonderful quality to the experience. We have been very selective with joining wine clubs. This is one membership we will keep. The wines are delicious, with Texas & California selections, and the pickup parties are fun with live music cover bands. We are looking forward to the brand new, larger tasting room and restaurant that will be opening in a few months. Besides the awesome staff, good vibes, & great wine, it’s also one of the only places in the Hill Country that is open 7 days a week. This is a must stop on the 290 wine trail for a great wine experience.

While the wines have won awards and the Tempranillo is quite special, the tasting experience, overall, was really disappointing compared to others we had the past few days using the wine passport. It seemed the the person working really did not care that we were there at all, she shared zero explanation on the wines (we had to ask for information), and it was not even busy. I also noticed her petting a dog and then not washing her hands before pouring our wine. Maybe this winery doesn't care much about presentation or frills but I know we will not recommend it to others who come to Fredericksburg...given the excellent experiences we had at some other wineries, we were underwhelmed.

Whatever magic the owners poured into their award-winning wine, the staff clearly missed the memo when it came to the rest of the experience. The Cabernet Sauvignon? Absolutely worth a stop—bold, smooth, and just the right amount of “I deserve this.” But don’t come hungry unless you’ve packed a picnic or brought your own carving knife. There’s no food in sight unless you count the bulk cheese and meat in the mini frig by the bar. You might end up slicing your own salami while sipping in survival mode. Great wine. Bring snacks. And maybe a sandwich artist.

By far the best tasting experience we had. Super friendly conversation, liberal pours, and we ended up taking several bottles away of delicious wine.

Love these guys. Good/great wines. I remember when they 1st opened, and its great to see all these years later they are super fun and stayed grounded.

We spent a couple of nights in one of the glamping tents at 12 Fires (recommend #5 !). The tent had everything we needed, including a nice shower, mini-fridge and efficient A/C. The owner was very responsive and even gave us a tasting after hours (great wine !). The bed was very comfortable and the bedroom was dark enough to sleep late. The nights are very dark, so the stars are quite impressive. We were the only glampers, but #5 is far enough from other tents that we may not have known even if there were others. We had access to the tasting room deck in the evenings which was really nice. Also access to gas grill which made some great burgers to eat with the 12 Fires wine ! Recommend giving this a try. Location is perfect for wine tasting trip.

We stayed at the glamping tents for two nights… it was a great experience. The tent has a full bathroom, fridge, microwave and most importantly a coffee maker. The sleeping area of the tent had portable AC unit. The winery has good wine and pizza to offer. Recommended :)

Fun place to stop in for a wine tasting. Martin was fun and helpful. A must for all those folks in Johnson city or heading to Fredericksburg.

The owners and staff are extremely nice and knowledgeable. The new tasting room is absolutely beautiful and when the sun is setting behind the vineyard, it's simply breathtaking. The wines are really really good and are some of our absolute favorite in the area. 12 Fires is a MUST stop when you're in the area!

I went to 12 Fires industry night and man did it make my day. I was greeted by duke and watched him give a detailed, engaging and above all entertaining tasting. The winery combines a friendly, approachable ambiance with a lively spirit, making it an ideal place to gather and unwind. As someone who is antisocial and doesn’t like wine by the end of the event I was sitting, laughing, enjoying music with the owners and enjoying my new favorite wine. At 12 fired I promise not only a amazing experience but by the end you’ll find something you like.

If you enjoy good Texas wine, do yourself a favor and stop in for a tasting at 12 Fires. We stopped in for the first time this past weekend and thoroughly enjoyed our tasting and the attention, insights on the wines and the stories we got from Duke. Across the board, we enjoyed the Trebbiano, the Prudence Rosé and the reds we tasted. I think our fav or the reds was the Tempranillo so we got a bottle of that while we noshed on some snacks.

We love this place! The wines are delicious, and the patio is fantastic. The owners and people who work there are so nice and friendly. Also a great place to catch an Aggie game, go figure, lol! We are also members of their wine club...10/10, highly recommend!

We did this on the wine passport and it is hands down the most comprehensive tasting experience we’ve done. The tasting was paired with good bites and wonderfully descriptive information about the wine they produce. The private tasting room is beautiful as is the winery itself. The wines are subtle, accessible and passionately created. The red Trio Rosso was a favorite but I purchased the tasting wines in total. For cigar lovers, they have you covered as well! Lovely experience!!

What a wonderful surprise! Great views! Great wine! A spectacular charcuterie board! We stopped in on our way out of town and this was the highlight of our trip. Kuddos to Tyler and his amazing knowledge!

Visited Siboney twice and both experiences have been top notch! This time we participated in the October Wine Month passport, which made this experience even better. The owner Miguel took us through their barrel room and a personal presentation of history on their wines and familia history with a food pairing. Thank you for the wonderful wine and amazing experience.

Nice atmosphere and the charcuterie board we ordered was exceptional in their careful selection of cheeses and meats plus more. I arrived earlier than our ‘member’ friends so the experience for non-members is definitely different when it comes to access and tasting (specially after we toured the huge indoor and additional level and back patio with them). The wine was good I’m a red wine drinker but with the heat I had white (Semillon) and it was a great dry buttery finish very enjoyable for a red wine drinker. Cuban flair is in the decor and atmosphere with great cigar options and hats too! Overall really enjoyed ourselves and they did make us feel at home.

We selected this winery as one on the October Wine Passport options and it was one of the best and most memorable of the wineries we visited. The wines are sophisticated, unique, and the location adds to the depth of the flavors. It was also wonderful to learn about the story about the evolution of this winery. The Cuban sandwiches are 100% authentic and delicious. So glad we chose Siboney among the many options on the Passport. We highly recommend!

Outstanding vineyard with beautiful wines to sip into the sunset. Beautiful facility with great membership deals. Siboney Cellars should certainly be on your destination list!

Honestly, I just don’t get it. We read the Texas Monthly review and I admit the views are pretty but the wine isn’t very good - and that’s what’s most important and disappointing. We had jamón that was so dried out that it looked like what happens after a pedicure when someone shaves off dead skin off. I would suggest you not serve jamón that is this dried out. The empanadas were decent. My suggestion for those who are truly in to drinking high quality wine would be to check out Ab Astris, William Chris, Kuhlman, or Lewis.

A Breakfast Gem with Unmatched Service! 🌟 From the moment we walked in, we were greeted with the warmest welcome and genuine smiles that instantly set the tone for a perfect morning. The atmosphere was cozy yet vibrant, and the aroma of fresh coffee and sizzling bacon was impossible to resist. The food? Absolutely delicious. Every bite—from the fluffy pancakes to the perfectly seasoned eggs—tasted like it was made with care and quality ingredients. But what truly made this place stand out was the incredible service. Our server, Charlize went above and beyond, checking in at just the right moments, offering thoughtful suggestions, and making us feel like we were the most important table in the restaurant. It wasn’t just professional—it was personal. It’s rare to find a spot where you feel so genuinely cared for while enjoying a fantastic meal. Whether you’re a local or just passing through, do yourself a favor and stop in. We’ll definitely be back!

We Celebrated our granddaughter's Birthday here, Dinner was unforgettable and our servers Madelyn and Kaylie were outstanding. Very attentive at our tables and amazing personality. Definitely, this is our place for now on. We will share with Family and Friends our Experienced here. In General AWESOME STAFF !!

This was my first time here. The location is remote but the fresh brewed beer and wine were amazing. The food and drinks were great and the service was great. The prices sere reasonable. Not crowded but I am sure it will get busy as soon as people learn it's here. A definite 👍!

Another absolutely delicious breakfast with excellent service from David this morning. We love coming here, the food & staff are wonderful and sitting on the patio with beautiful lawn & Hill Country views is perfection. Highly recommend!

The service and the staff were outstanding. Tamas checked us in Friday 11/9/25. He was very nice, friendly, informative and pretty funny. Our experience at the Tasting Room was fun and our sommelier, Briget, was knowledgeable and friendly. She even bantered back and forth with us. (We're a fun group) Megan served us dinner the first night and breakfast our last morning. She was knowledgeable, friendly and accommodating. Daniel served us dinner on our 2nd night. He was great. He was very observant filling out glasses, taking our dishes when were finished, and always checking on us. The food was disappointing. At dinner the 1st night the Chicken Fried Steak was overcooked and óver-breaded and the Fettuccini Alfredo was was bland the sauce was thin and disappointing. I split the burger with my friend and noticed the next night that there was a $6 charge for split meals. The Parker was good but not worth the $6 charge. Saturday night we ate on the porch at the 290 restaurant. My husband ordered the Philly Cheesesteak. It was on 2 slices of Ciabatta bread w/ hard crusts. I ordered Cesar Salad. Once I cut up the 2 small "heads" of Romain lettuce, mixed in the Parm & Cherry tomatoes and the chicke, it was pretty good For breakfast we, once again are at the 290 Grill. Our order came ( over 30 minutes, minus) 1 (mine). My husband's egg over medium in the biscuit was over cooked, cold and hard. When I finally got my meal it was fine, just late. Our accomodations were very comfortable although in our town home, the bottom sheet was too short for the bed

From the member's lounge with Katie to the restaurant with our server Madelyn, it was a first-class service experience! There was such a wonderful family atmosphere, and we were grateful for all the red-carpet attention we received! Thank you Carter Creek!

5-Star Review for Sam at Old 290 Brewery & Restaurant at Carter Creek Vineyard Resort and Spa We had the most wonderful experience at Old 290 Brewery & Restaurant at Carter Creek Vineyard Resort and Spa thanks in large part to our amazing server, Sam. From the moment we were seated, she made us feel genuinely welcomed and well taken care of. Sam was not only attentive and friendly but also incredibly knowledgeable about the wines and beer. Every recommendation was spot-on, and you could tell she truly enjoys what she does. It made the entire dining experience feel personalized and elevated. The pacing of the meal was perfect, and Sam checked in just the right amount—not too much, not too little. Their professionalism and warm demeanor added so much to our visit, So much so we had to ask for her again in the morning for brunch 😁 We will absolutely be back, and we hope to be seated in Sam’s section again! Thanks so much Sam we had a blast!