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🌮There’s a TACO TRAIL in Texas!! Spent a we 🌮There’s a TACO TRAIL in Texas!! 
Spent a weekend in @visitbrownsvilletx The Taco capital of Texas! It is home to some amazing taquerias, and I knew I wanted to visit as many as possible. If you dare, dine at all 12 stops and receive an official Taco Trail t-shirt!
1️⃣ @labarradeltaco.tx - Your local Mexican chic taqueria. There’s taco wings, cute decor, and most importantly delicious tacos! Get the al pastor and the pollo pibil, SO good!
2️⃣ @chirinasfishtacos - Literally the world’s best fish tacos and cucumber limeade. I didn’t think fish tacos could taste this good. 🤤
3️⃣Vera’s Backyard Bar-B-Que - has won so many awards including the America’s Classics award by the James Beard Foundation. We got the barbacoa de cachete cooked in an underground pit and loved that it wasn’t greasy.
4️⃣ @elultimotacotaqueria - for classic street tacos! My favorite was the barbacoa tacos! 
5️⃣ @calacastacosbeer - Get the bistec tacos and the limonadas preparadas! 
🔜Stay tuned for more things to do in Brownsville!
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✨Girl’s Night at @gjtaverndowntown Okay I’ ✨Girl’s Night at @gjtaverndowntown 
Okay I’m obsessed with how cute GJ Tavern is! Which FYI, is also perfect for date night. We got some drinks and of course I had to get the “Big Bend” with mezcal and shared some appetizers, the crispy duck fat potatoes were 🤤, and shared some entrees, highly recommend the brick chicken, it was SO juicy! 
🔜Save this post for your next girl’s or date night in downtown Houston! Thanks for inviting me @pcinfluence 
📍GJ Tavern in downtown Houston, Texas. 
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PLANO ROUNDUP @visitplano WHAT TO DO 1️⃣ Vis PLANO ROUNDUP @visitplano 
WHAT TO DO
1️⃣ Visit the free Interurban Railway Museum in downtown Plano.
2️⃣ Swim in the iconic Texas Pool *opens Memorial Day
3️⃣ Go mural hopping, starting at the butterfly wings next to Francescas at Shops at Legacy.
4️⃣Zip lines & treetop adventures at Go Ape Plano
5️⃣ Hike to the Observation Tower at Arbor Hills Nature Preserve
6️⃣ Hit the trails at the beautiful Oak Point Park & Nature Preserve
7️⃣ Shop, dine, and check out the photo ops at Legacy West Plano.
WHERE TO EAT
1️⃣ Rooftop views & pizza at Urban Crust, the bread they bring out is amazing!
2️⃣Brunch at The Biscuit Bar, the house-made sauce is delicious!
3️⃣Grab a coffee at Golden Boy Plano and @1418coffee 
4️⃣Dinner at Bavette Grill *get the deviled eggs located at the @boardwalkgranitepark 
5️⃣ A Texas comfort dinner at @Haywireplano 
6️⃣ Stop by @Legacyfoodhall for over 20+ eateries & bars
WHERE TO STAY
1️⃣ The beautiful Marriott Dallas/Plano Legacy Town Center, located steps from The Shops at Legacy! Make sure to get breakfast at the hotel at Copper Creek for some Texas-shaped waffles.
🔜Save this post for your next trip to Plano!
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⚽️DALE @HOUSTONDYNAMO I can’t believe this ⚽️DALE @HOUSTONDYNAMO 
I can’t believe this was my first time at a Dynamo game! Thank you for having me! We had so much fun exploring the new East Club, an all-inclusive experience with premium food options, beer and wine! Our favorite of the night were the carnitas tacos 🤤
It was nice to see the renovated open air stadium and the new vendors like Trill Burgers, Roostar Vietnamese Grill, Elotes Bravos and so much more! Can’t wait to go back for another game!
And don’t forget to get a photo at the coolest mural by @capdavjon
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🔜Tag who you want to go to a game with! 
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🌸HIDDEN GEM 1hr from Houston @coastalprairiecon 🌸HIDDEN GEM 1hr from Houston @coastalprairieconservancy
The perfect break from the city and a change of scenery from your usual trails. Choose from two different trails, the 1.5-mile Ann Hamilton Trail and 1.3-mile South Trail. 
One of the many benefits of the prairie is that it helps with flooding around Houston – absorbing three swimming pools of water per acre during a rain event!
🔜Save this for the next time you’re looking for a unique outdoor experience! 
⏰Open Tuesdays, Fridays, & Saturdays from 9 AM to 1 PM
📍Ann Hamilton Trail at the Indiangrass Preserve 31975 Hebert Road, Waller, TX 77484
🌱Volunteer opportunities like Stewardship Saturdays & public events like the annual Putting Down Roots are perfect ways to get involved in conservation and help with climate change! 
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10 THINGS TO DO IN PLANO 1️⃣ Swim in the icon 10 THINGS TO DO IN PLANO
1️⃣ Swim in the iconic @the_texas_pool *opens Memorial Day
2️⃣ Zipline at @goapeplano
3️⃣ Hike at Arbor Hills Nature Preserve
4️⃣ Go mural hopping starting at @shopsatlegacy
5️⃣ Stroll @downtownPlano & eat at @urbancrust
6️⃣ Visit the free Interurban Railway Museum
7️⃣ Grab coffee at @goldenboyplano
8️⃣ Dinner at @bavettegrill *get the deviled eggs located at the @boardwalkgranitepark 
9️⃣ Check out this photo op at @legacywestplano then shop & dine.
🔟 Stay at @marriottlegacy & get the Texas-shaped waffle at Copper Creek! 
Stay tuned for a post on more things to do in Plano.
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🍹Cinco de Mayo with @drinkpicadas #sponsored I 🍹Cinco de Mayo with @drinkpicadas #sponsored
I found your new favorite Mexican Aguas Frescas + piquete. Picadas comes in 3 different flavors, Guava, Limonada, and Mango. I literally don’t even have a favorite because you can taste the real fruit and Mexican agave in each one!
🛍️Currently only sold at H-E-B in Texas
🧂Chili Lime Salt packet is included
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🤠CHEERS FROM WACO This was my 4th time in Waco 🤠CHEERS FROM WACO
This was my 4th time in Waco & I was SO excited to check off more items from my Waco bucket list! Check out my stories & blog post for more details.
WHAT TO DO
1️⃣ Go mural hopping! Find the Cheers from Waco mural at Bicycle World & the Waco Y'all Mural right across from it.
2️⃣ You HAVE to do a Horseback ride at sunset at Brazos Bluffs Ranch, trust me!
3️⃣ Go on a food tour with Waco Food Tours for some amazing hidden gems!
4️⃣ Visit the Waco Mammoth National Monument to see mammoth fossils!!
5️⃣ Learn about the African American history in Waco starting with the Doris Miller Memorial who served valiantly during World War II.
6️⃣ Take a self guided Latino History Tour starting at St. Francis on the Brazos. Reminds me so much of the missions in San Antonio!
7️⃣ If you love live music stop by Bridge Street Plaza every Saturday thru July 1st for the Levitt AMP Waco series.
8️⃣ Kayak or paddle board the Brazos with @puravidapaddlewaco 
WHERE TO EAT/DRINK 
1️⃣ Grab an appetizer & a drink at Maria Mezcaleria. Highly recommend La Guera if you like mezcal!
2️⃣ Brunch at Pignetti's Waco.
3️⃣ Coffee at @BittyandBeauscoffee, @FabledBookshop & Coffee, & @CommonGroundswaco
4️⃣ Lunch at Union Hall, I tried @pupusaparadise254 & @honest.juicery for açaí bowls & both were 👌🏼
5️⃣ Drinks at @onedaywaco, @undercroftwaco, @stayclassywaco, & @huacolounge
6️⃣ Grab a beer at Brotherwell Brewing.
WHERE TO STAY
1️⃣ There are plenty of Airbnb or hotel options but I had a chance to stay at the NEW Element Waco hotel. Loved how modern it was & that it was located right across from Magnolia Table.
🔜Be sure to add Waco to your bucket list & save this for your next trip!
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Texas + Beyond

Guide to Fredericksburg, Texas

September 21, 2020      2 Comments

ultimate travel Guide to Fredericksburg Texas Wine Country

In this ultimate travel Guide to Fredericksburg Texas wine country, I will share where to eat, where to sleep, and share some travel tips for your next visit. In addition, I will highlight 5 wineries we visited and discuss what we enjoyed and what we didn’t enjoy. 

Did y’all know Texas Hill Country is the second most visited wine region in the U.S. right after Napa? Keep reading for your guide to  Fredericksburg, TX, which spoiler alert, has over 50 wineries!

Travel Tips/Facts

Fredericksburg was originally a German settlement and it still retains elements of the German culture. It is located about 4 hours from Houston, and 1 hour from Austin and San Antonio.

TIP #1

Please be aware that summers are extremely hot, so note to self visit in the spring or fall for better weather to enjoy the wildflowers and the outdoors.

TIP #2

Also note that Fredericksburg can get extremely packed on the weekends, if you can, I recommend visiting during the week for a better more personal experience. Due to it being so popular on the weekends, make sure to check with the vineyards you plan on visiting and see if you need reservations.

Where to Stay

There are tons of Airbnb options, and several hotels but definitely book ahead of time if you are going on the weekend!

If you want to stay in town I highly recommend Fredericksburg Inn & Suites. I stayed there recently, read my review here. They are a 5 min walk from main street and we walked just about everywhere!

I also stayed on the 290 Wine Trail at Stonewall Motor Lodge, read my review here, which is awesome because you are driving distance to tons of wineries.

If you are looking for a unique stay, check out Blue Skies Retro Resort and stay at a colorful Shasta trailer with total Palm Springs vibes. Click here for my review.

Where to Eat

Emma + Ollie Fredericksburg, Texas

BREAKFAST

My absolutely favorite is Emma & Ollie for a sit down breakfast. Trust me when I say get the avocado toast or breakfast tacos! Furthermore, do yourself a favor and get some of their pastries. I had a chance to try a couple of their pastries AND their beignets and I will definitely be back every time I am in town!

On the other hand for an easy on the go breakfast, pick Kaffee Haus for some great coffee, scones and kolaches. For breakfast sandwiches check out Java Ranch which also has great coffee, and their sausage biscuit was so good!

LUNCH

Overall, most wineries have food menus with pizza, appetizers or charcuterie boards. Although, I’ve heard great things about Sunset Grill, Woerner Warehouse but I’ve only had a chance to try Main Street taquitos. I was really shocked to find authentic tacos in Fredericksburg but they were perfect after drinking so much wine!

DINNER

I’ve also heard great things about Navajo Grill and Hondo’s on Main. Although, I only had a chance to try Chases Places, and the drinks were amazing and so were the steak tacos!

1) Augusta Vin - The most beautiful

WHAT WE ENJOYED:

THE VIEWS:

The winery is off the 290 trail so it does seem out of the way but it is worth it! I mean look at this place! There is so much room to sit and have some wine, including these tables at the front, or sit inside, or on the second floor patio, the view from up there is insane!!

THE SERVICE: 

As soon as we sat down our waiter came over, he was constantly checking on our orders even while working several tables. 

THE WINE: 

I am regretting not purchasing a bottle to go. We had the Nectar La Rouge which is a red blend and we loved it! Also FYI, their wine is 100% grown and produced in Texas.

WHAT WE DIDN’T ENJOY:

NOTHING:

Everything was amazing. If you only visit one winery make it Augusta Vin. We will definitely be visiting again!

Fat Ass Ranch and Winery in Fredericksburg, Texas

2) Fat Ass Ranch & Winery - The most fun

WHAT WE ENJOYED:

THE AMBIENCE:

It’s super fun, perfect for a girls trip or a bachelorette. And yes, they actually have a fat ass, a big donkey on their ranch that is! They have a huge outdoor patio with tons of tables.

UNIQUE WINES:

They have peach, blackberry, apple pie, prickly pear jalaraspeberrypeno, strawberry fields, and watermelon wines! We tried several of these last year during our tasting and they were all delicious!

FROZEN DRINKS:

They have a frozen sangria that is perfect for summer!

WHAT WE DIDN’T ENJOY:

THE LINES:

We visited during the weekend and obviously this shows how popular they are and not something against them. Drinks can be purchased outside and bottles can be purchased inside at their gift shop.

Signor Vineyard Fredericksburg, Texas the wine barn

3) Signor Vineyards - The most Picturesque

WHAT WE ENJOYED:

THE BEAUTIFUL SPACE:

They have beautiful flowers at the entrance, the green walkway that leads to the front patio, and this cute wine barn! There are so many photo opportunities that this has to be the most picturesque winery of all!

JOANNA’S MARKET:

Joanna’s Market sells sandwiches and cheese, crackers, etc to make your own charcuterie board. This was awesome as not many wineries sell food, so eat up, as you have a lot more wine to drink!

WHAT WE DIDN’T ENJOY:

THE LINES:

We visited on a weekend and made reservations online. Since we were going to purchase a bottle she let us sit anywhere and we could purchase the bottle at the wine barn. The line was super long and of course this shows how popular they are and obviously nothing against them. I’ve also visited twice during the week, done a tasting and had no issues with any lines. 

Safari Winery Fredericksburg, Texas

4) Safari Winery - Try wines from South Africa & Chile

WHAT WE ENJOYED:

THE SERVICE:

The employees inside were really friendly and welcoming. They let us know that they are doing wine tastings inside but we could purchase bottles outside. We found tons of open tables outdoors.

WHAT WE DIDN’T ENJOY:

NOTHING:

This is a very casual winery, but just note that you will not be trying Texas wines but South African and Chilean wines. I loved this as I actually had wines in South Africa, so it brought back memories.

 

Barons Creek Winery Fredericksburg, Texas
Barons Creek Winery Fredericksburg, Texas

5) Barons Creek Winery - Beautiful outdoor space

WHAT WE ENJOYED:

THE WINE:

Rose is my go to and this one was actually really good.

THE FOOD:

One of the few wineries that also has appetizers and pizza. We were able to order from our table inside.

WHAT WE DIDN’T ENJOY:

THE SERVICE:

Our waitress let us know that the tables inside were mostly for tastings and that most people don’t eat inside. Our waitress also disappeared after she brought out our food and didn’t let us know she was leaving.

RESERVATIONS:

We made reservations online and our time slot was limited to an hour so they suggested we ordered our food ahead of time, which we did. Our waitress let us know that we would have to reorder everything at our table and the time limit was not enforced. We did notice that if you didn’t have a reservation they were sending people to a separate area. Honestly, we had such a terrible experience and yes the winery is pretty but there are way better wineries to take pictures at with much better service.

Overall

Overall, I suggest doing your research and if you are visiting during the weekend make reservations way ahead of time! There are tons of wineries, over 50, so you definitely have options. I try new wineries every single time and find new ones I love so have fun and enjoy! Cheers!

I hope this ultimate travel guide to Fredericksburg, Texas Wine Country was helpful to plan your next visit! If y’all have any questions let me know below. I’ll be doing a Part 2 and Part 3 of more wineries to visit and more things to do in Fredericksburg so stay tuned!

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  1. Phebe says

    January 21, 2021 at 4:10 pm

    Really great information. How did you get from place to place? Is their a wine tour or something?

    Reply
    • eatsleeptravelin says

      January 23, 2021 at 5:27 am

      Good question! There are tons of wine tours and also a 290 wine shuttle, the only one I have done and can recommend is Texas Winos. I did use them before the pandemic though. Looks like they are open if you would like to check them out!

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