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- SSarahColumbus •2 reviews5.0Dined 1 day agoHappy hour was delicious! We will absolutely be back. No reservation needed for happy hour, it’s only available at the bar.More infoAba - AustinPrice: Very Expensive• Mediterranean• South Congress•4.8
- WWillemSan Francisco Bay Area •1 review5.0Dined 5 days agoLarge portions, perfectly prepared!! From the appetizers to the sides and desserts.More infoWhiskey RidgePrice: Expensive• American• Driftwood•4.6
- WWilliamSouth Dakota •1 review5.0Dined 6 days agoEverything we tried was absolutely delicious, staff was very knowledgeable, and they went out of their way to make our anniversary dinner feel extra special.More infoRed Ash ItaliaPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Downtown•4.9
- HhunterDallas - Fort Worth •1 review5.0Dined on May 26, 2025Atlas was amazing and helped us with every question we asked with a smile. We spent our own year anniversary in Wimberly and our dinner here made it even better. The ribeye was incredible!More infoLongLeaf Craft Kitchen + BarPrice: Moderate• American• Wimberley•4.6
- SsharonVIPPhoenix / Arizona •12 reviews5.0Dined on May 21, 2025Lovely dinner, attentive server, delish food, and the ambience always good!!More infoTillie's- Dripping SpringsPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary American• Dripping Springs•4.4
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Local wines abound to complement everything from the tangy barbecue to the handmade pasta you will find in Driftwood. Let’s talk barbecue! Selections range from beef brisket to turkey with Texas-style flavors of cumin, chili and cayenne peppers. Finish with homemade chocolate pecan pie. It may be Texas, but it tastes like Tuscany biting into creamy pasta riddled with cheeses. Are you in the mood for fresh? Dine on grilled asparagus, sun-dried tomatoes and basil on a garden patio. If you’re looking for something country, have a seat at a picnic table under a mesquite tree and enjoy a plate of classic American fare. From the snap of a turkey club to the comfort of a chicken-fried steak, there is something for everyone.
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