Community Impact writes, "residents in the Lake Travis-Westlake area live near a variety of wineries, distilleries and beer gardens that craft their own spirits and import them from around the world. This list is noncomprehensive."
Key: Food, Memberships, Kid Friendly
1. 5 Soul Wine Co.
A 10-acre modern winery located in the Spicewood hills, this location has outdoor and indoor seating, TVs and an indoor fireplace. There are pickleball courts and a playground area for kids. This property is shared with brewery and taproom Frontyard Brewing.
Key: Food, Memberships, Kid friendly
4514 Bob Wire Road, Spicewood
512-809-1672
www.5soulwine.com
2. El Gaucho Winery
This is an Argentina-themed winery in Spicewood. In addition to a wine-tasting bar, the location offers a full-service restaurant, complete with Argentinian food, steak and meals for kids. Wine is imported from the Mendoza region in western Argentina.
Key: Food, Kid friendly
21301 Kathy Lane, Spicewood
512-382-0620
www.elgauchowinery.com
3. Family Business Beer Co.
This brewery and taproom off Hamilton Pool Road is open Thursday through Sunday. In addition to hand-crafted beers and pizza, the venue offers live music events and a special area for kids.
Key: Food, Kid friendly
19510 Hamilton Pool Road, Dripping Springs
512-829-4202
www.familybusinessbeerco.com
4. The Grove Wine Bar and Kitchen
The wine bar at this location offers an extensive array of options, with over 10 different wine flights. These flights offer wine from a specific region or a specific type of wine, along with a brief history of the wines.
Key: Food, Kid friendly
A) Lakeway:
3001 S. RM 620, Austin
512-263-2366
www.grovewinebar.com/lakeway
B) Westlake:
6317 Bee Caves Road, Ste. 380, Austin
512-327-8822
www.grovewinebar.com/westlake
5. Hamilton Pool Vineyards
This 9-acre estate vineyard in Dripping Springs offers boutique wines processed in the French style, along with a farm-to-table restaurant and private events. There is also a vineyard estate home available for overnight stays and vacations.
Key: Food
25711 Hamilton Pool Road, Dripping Springs
512-400-4173
www.hamiltonpoolvineyards.com
6. Hawk’s Shadow Winery
Nestled into the Hill Country, this is a family-owned winery and vineyard in Dripping Springs that offers handcrafted wines with Texas-made grapes by the bottle, glass or through wine tastings.
Key: Food, Memberships
7500 McGregor Lane, Dripping Springs
512-587-9085
www.hawksshadow.com
7. Hops and Thyme
This is a beer garden and restaurant in Lakeway. In addition to its large beer selection, the eatery serves wine and other cocktails along with a lunch, dinner and a kids menu. The restaurant has outdoor seating and live music events.
Key: Food, Kid friendly
2125 Lohmans Crossing Road, Ste. 400, Lakeway
512-710-1011
www.hopsandthyme.com
8. Iron Wolf Ranch & Distillery
This is a live music venue that hosts different concerts and seasonal events throughout the year. The distillery also features different spirit tastings and an outdoor patio. In addition, there are yard games and a playground.
Key: Food, Memberships, Kid friendly
101 CR 409, Spicewood
512-970-3203
www.ironwolfranch.com
9. Spicewood Vineyards
Open Wednesday through Sunday for wine tastings, Spicewood Vineyards also offers the opportunity to schedule a tour with the vineyard’s winemaker. Guests can enjoy the picnic area or explore the vineyard’s 32 cultivated acres. Food options include cheese and charcuterie boards. Dogs are also welcome.
Key: Food, Memberships, Kid friendly
1419 CR 409, Spicewood
830-693-5328
www.spicewoodvineyards.com
10. Stone House Vineyard
This winery overlooks Lake Travis and is open Thursday through Monday. Stone House hosts special holiday events throughout the year as well as private events and receptions. Reservations are required for this location, and all guests must be 21 or older.
Key: Food, Memberships
24350 Haynie Flat Road, Spicewood
512-264-3630
www.stonehousevineyard.com
11. Westlake Wine Bar
This wine bar serves many varieties of wine alongside European-inspired dishes. The business also offers several wine-tasting classes, along with custom tastings for two to 200 people. The wine bar is open every day at Davenport Village in Westlake.
Key: Food, Memberships
3801 N. Capital of Texas Hwy., Ste. A-180, Austin
512-814-0005
www.westlakewinebar.com
12. The Wine Cellar est. 2020
This wine bar in Lakeway allows guests to sample different wines and champagnes while learning about winemaking. The cellar offers a selection of old- and new-world wines by the glass or bottle.
Key: Food
2300 Lohmans Spur Road, Ste. 111, Lakeway
512-893-8956
www.winebarlakeway.com
Source: Community Impact
Written by: Taylor Cripe
Published: December 30, 2022
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