Spotted Sheep Guidebook
Winery
We love wine, and we really love the amazing Texas wine in the area. Make sure to make a reservation if it's a busy weekend, and have a great time!
Local family winery that is creating some delicious Texas wine. The tasting room and back yard are super relaxing and the experience is intimate. We recommend a tasting and then a glass of their Tannat.
From the website:
We are a family-owned winery dedicated to making the best wines produced with Texas-grown Fruit. On a beautiful day, you'll find most of us outside sitting under our covered patio that overlooks our vines or under many large oak trees that look out on beautiful vistas. At Ab Astris, vineyard and Hill Country views are complemented by fine Texas wines
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Ab Astris Winery
320 Klein RdLocal family winery that is creating some delicious Texas wine. The tasting room and back yard are super relaxing and the experience is intimate. We recommend a tasting and then a glass of their Tannat.
From the website:
We are a family-owned winery dedicated to making the best wines produced with Texas-grown Fruit. On a beautiful day, you'll find most of us outside sitting under our covered patio that overlooks our vines or under many large oak trees that look out on beautiful vistas. At Ab Astris, vineyard and Hill Country views are complemented by fine Texas wines
eautiful landscape, and superior wines. We recommend the Pino Noir from their Oregon vineyard, and the Tempranillo from their Texas vineyard... the Rose´ ain't bad either.
From the website:
Situated in the rolling hills of central texas where the Pedernales River valley meets Grape Creek, our focus is on growing premium varietal fruit and the crafting of exceptional, soulful wines reflective of the unique terroir.
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Signor Vineyards
362 Livesay Lneautiful landscape, and superior wines. We recommend the Pino Noir from their Oregon vineyard, and the Tempranillo from their Texas vineyard... the Rose´ ain't bad either.
From the website:
Situated in the rolling hills of central texas where the Pedernales River valley meets Grape Creek, our focus is on growing premium varietal fruit and the crafting of exceptional, soulful wines reflective of the unique terroir.
Wonderful winemaker and pretty setting on the top of a hill. We are becoming frequent gusts of this spot as it continues to pump out delicious wine made in the French style.
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French Connection Wines
1197 Hye-Albert RdWonderful winemaker and pretty setting on the top of a hill. We are becoming frequent gusts of this spot as it continues to pump out delicious wine made in the French style.
Pretty vineyard and tasting room off the beaten path.
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Narrow Path Winery and Vineyard
6331 S Ranch Rd 1623Pretty vineyard and tasting room off the beaten path.
Less than half a mile down the road. Sarah and Bryce are great wine makers and good friends
Serrano Wine
566 Pine StLess than half a mile down the road. Sarah and Bryce are great wine makers and good friends
A great place for wine and FOOD. They have pizza and a small bites menu. Beautiful indoor and outdoor tasting room. Tell Dane and Mackenzie that Ryan and Jonathan sent you.
Untamed Wine Estates
A great place for wine and FOOD. They have pizza and a small bites menu. Beautiful indoor and outdoor tasting room. Tell Dane and Mackenzie that Ryan and Jonathan sent you.
Some of the best wine in Texas. You have to make a reservation to taste.
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CALAIS Winery
8115 US-290Some of the best wine in Texas. You have to make a reservation to taste.
More great Texas wine. Be sure to book the treehouse tasting!
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Sandy Road Vineyards
383 Ranch Rd 1320More great Texas wine. Be sure to book the treehouse tasting!
Halter Ranch Texas
New winery from california. Great for lunch or a fun beautiful tasting.
Food scene
Great place to stop for lunch while walking around town. The shop upstairs provides very nice finds and the bistro downstairs has some of the best food in town. We recommend the reuben, french dip, or power bowl. Great wine selection and grab some espresso after.
From the website:
The Bistro’s culinary style could be described as new American comfort food. Reinvented classics and daily specials feature seasonal produces sourced from local farmers, ranchers and producers with organic practices. We also stock a wide selection of gourmet sodas, craft beers and international & local wines. Light breakfast items are served from 10am-11am .
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Vaudeville
230 E Main StGreat place to stop for lunch while walking around town. The shop upstairs provides very nice finds and the bistro downstairs has some of the best food in town. We recommend the reuben, french dip, or power bowl. Great wine selection and grab some espresso after.
From the website:
The Bistro’s culinary style could be described as new American comfort food. Reinvented classics and daily specials feature seasonal produces sourced from local farmers, ranchers and producers with organic practices. We also stock a wide selection of gourmet sodas, craft beers and international & local wines. Light breakfast items are served from 10am-11am .
Delicious food that's considered German farm-to-table. Just a block off main street, the restaurant stays busy so we
recommend reservations. Can't go wrong with anything on the menu.
From the website:
Our culinary team crafts a seasonally focused menu that highlights not only what you can find in Germany and Austria, but explores the Germanic cuisine of Alsace, Northern Italy and even Texas! Our mission is to provide our guests with a warm, friendly setting in which to enjoy great food and fine wines served by a team of dedicated, detail-oriented staff.
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Otto's German Bistro
316 E Austin StDelicious food that's considered German farm-to-table. Just a block off main street, the restaurant stays busy so we
recommend reservations. Can't go wrong with anything on the menu.
From the website:
Our culinary team crafts a seasonally focused menu that highlights not only what you can find in Germany and Austria, but explores the Germanic cuisine of Alsace, Northern Italy and even Texas! Our mission is to provide our guests with a warm, friendly setting in which to enjoy great food and fine wines served by a team of dedicated, detail-oriented staff.
Chase's Place Cocktails + Kitchen
313 E San Antonio StGood drinks. Good eats.
Old German Bakery & Restaurant
225 W Main StGet there early for breakfast 🥞
We enjoy sitting in the bar area for dinner and a cocktail.
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August E's
203 E San Antonio StWe enjoy sitting in the bar area for dinner and a cocktail.
Sandwiches, gelato, cheese, salads, and other bites. PLUS Coffee and wine!
OroBianco Italian Creamery - Stonewall
Sandwiches, gelato, cheese, salads, and other bites. PLUS Coffee and wine!
Pecan Street Brewing
106 E Pecan DrBeer and great food. What more do you need?
Bryans On 290
300 E Main StThis is my go-to fav nice little dinner in JC
Johnson City Coffee Co.
108 W Main StGreat coffee, and select eats
Johnson City Coffee Co.
108 W Main StGreat coffee!
Alla Campagna
Italian perfection
Sightseeing
A great hike and sight to see. This "rock" boasts one of the steeper elevations in Texas and provides a doable, and invigorating hike. Lots of other trails and things around the park to enjoy. Take a picnic lunch and enjoy.
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Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
16710 Ranch Road 965A great hike and sight to see. This "rock" boasts one of the steeper elevations in Texas and provides a doable, and invigorating hike. Lots of other trails and things around the park to enjoy. Take a picnic lunch and enjoy.
A fun step back in time to see 'how they did it in the old days'. Take a walk through this living working farm and enjoy the peaceful nature.
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State Sauer-Beckmann Farm
501 State Park Rd 52A fun step back in time to see 'how they did it in the old days'. Take a walk through this living working farm and enjoy the peaceful nature.
A great way to get uncomfortably close to wildlife
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I-Eksotic Resort Zoo
235 Zoo TrailA great way to get uncomfortably close to wildlife
The Preserve
650 Doublehorn RdElephants, and elephant shows
Other than wine
The local bar in Johnson City. These folks are the best. Be sure to have a black walnut old fashioned
Nice N Easy
The local bar in Johnson City. These folks are the best. Be sure to have a black walnut old fashioned
Reck 'Em Right Brewing Company
102 S Avenue GBeer and BBQ
The Speakeasy at Salvation Spirits
Speakeasy vibes and good spirits