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Lake Travis Area Food and Drink

Perhaps Lake Travis folks stay active because there is so much yummy food to try! From typical fare (Tex-Mex) to the more unique (food trailer scene), there usually is something new or "coming soon" to try in this growing community. A healthy mindset means there are always various good-for-you options: organic, farm to table, and locally-grown, to name a few.

New grocery store options continue to offer the good stuff and local breweries are making their mark in everything from new establishments to tours and tap rooms. Specialty coffee shops and any number of local bakeries means your palette doesn't have to travel far for variety.

Check out our write-ups of Lake Travis area restaurants, breweries, and features of local dining and favorite happy hour spots. Between good eats and kid-friendly environments, as well as a good deal here and there, you're not likely to be short on inspiration.

7 Must Visit Wineries & Vineyards in the Lake Travis Area

Written by Cathy Hale | May 24, 2017

There’s no need to fly to Sonoma or Napa to celebrate glorious grapes, because you have plenty of delicious handcrafted wine in and around the Lake Travis area.

With sweeping views, tasting rooms and laid-back friendly vibes, the vineyards and wineries nestled throughout the Texas Hill Country are not to be missed. And now that summer is here, perhaps you have more time to get acquainted with your local wine producers.

From Fredericksburg to Spicewood, we’ve picked 7 spots that will make your inner grape geek sing:

The 8 Best Patios in the Lake Travis Area

Written by Cathy Hale | April 26, 2017

Lake Travis restaurants are gearing up for lazy summer afternoons and breezy evenings outdoors where you can fully enjoy your beautiful Texas Hill Country surroundings.

Even if you’ve been living in the Lake Travis area for years, you probably have more outdoor dining options than you realize. If you’re new to Lake Travis, you’re in for a treat. Whether you prefer a lakefront view, a sprawling space, a kid-friendly oasis or a rustic retreat, we’ve gotcha covered.

Here are eight Lake Travis area patio favorites where you can enjoy the sites, sounds and flavors of the Texas Hill Country.

Lake Travis’ Infamous Brewing Company Celebrates 4 Years of Brewing the American Dream

Written by Kim Wade | April 5, 2017

With more than 10 of their very own specialty craft beers to choose from, the release of Infamous+Sam Adams Oyster Stout, and a recent brewing agreement with Solid Rock Brewery gives Infamous Brewing Company a myriad of reasons to celebrate.

At Lake Travis Lifestyle, we’re all about supporting local beer. That’s why we’ve followed Infamous Brewing Company during their journey in the Texas Hill Country.

In 2013, we welcomed the new brewery to the Lake Travis area with outreached frosted glasses.

In 2014, we announced the exciting news about their tap room addition and then we showed you what a typical Saturday looks like during tap room hours.

It just makes sense to celebrate their 4-year anniversary. What a milestone!

Canyon Grille Rough Hollow: Patio Dining on Lake Travis

Written by Cathy Hale | March 23, 2017

One of the best places to enjoy great food and a spectacular view of the lake is tucked away in one of Lakeway’s newer developments, Rough Hollow.

Beyond the windy roads perched on the hillside sits Canyon Grille Rough Hollow, an upscale-casual restaurant that embraces our laid-back lake lifestyle.

Formerly known as The Grille at Rough Hollow, Canyon Grille offers southwestern fare and fine food without the stuffy attitude.

Want to grab a glass of vino in your Lululemon? No problem. Got the kiddos with you at dinner? No worries. And actually, on Friday nights you can enjoy a romantic dinner with your special someone and Canyon Grille will feed and entertain your kiddos.

Do we have your attention now?

Lake Travis Fast Food Gets High Health Inspection Scores: Whew and Yay

Written by Cathy Hale | March 22, 2017

Warm weather has arrived in the Lake Travis area and that means lots of chatter about “bathing suit season” and “summer bodies.”

Well, we’re taking a break from the norm to talk about something far more tantalizing. Fast food.

Irresistible fat-infused, deep-fried treats. Fried chicken shell taco? Bacon-wrapped pizza crust? Sausage McGriddle? Maybe you’re into healthier “fast food” options like sandwiches and subs on hot, freshly-baked bread. Or, are you a grab-a-pack-of-Twinkies-and-a-Cherry-Coke at the gas station kinda person?

No matter what kind of convenience bites you’re into, you can feel better about them. Why? According to Austin Public Health Department, the restaurant inspection scores for restaurants in the Lake Travis area — including crave-worthy fast food joints — are consistently getting top marks. Are you pleasantly surprised?

You’ve probably heard rumors about restaurants failing health inspections. For some reason, people often assume fast food joints are the worst offenders. Well, that assumption is wrong. What we’ve discovered is rather impressive when it comes to Lake Travis fast food-y spots.

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