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Life is busy. With work, school, activities, sports, and all the other things that have to be done each day, there's hardly any time left to just enjoy the finer things in life. However, it's important to take time out of your busy schedule to do things you enjoy, like grabbing a drink with your friends. Luckily, Fredericksburg has some great places to do just this. Check out a few of our favorites. more Crossroads Saloon & Steakhouse The Crossroads Saloon & Steakhouse is an upscale restaurant that features an elegant bar. You can enjoy a nice glass of wine before your meal, or try one of their delicious cocktails made from fresh ingredients and quality spirits. They also have a great selection of local beers made in Texas and always served cold. While you're here, you should definitely try one of their steaks. They're grilled to perfection. In fact, everything they serve from their scratch kitchen will delight your senses. Stop in on Friday or Saturday to hear live music while you enjoy your drink. Fredericksburg Brewing Company A staple in the downtown Fredericksburg community and one of the oldest brewpubs in Texas, the Fredericksburg Brewing Company is a great place to grab a drink with your friends. You can order one of their six award-winning beers available on tap, which includes German lagers, fresh ales, and more. Seasonal specialties are also available, so you'll have to come back to try the newest selections when they arrive. A full menu of German food will supply you with all the tasty eats you want while you sip on your tasty brew. If you want to stay a little longer, there are 12 rooms for rent above the brewpub. The Stable Cocktail & Coffee Bar Located only a few blocks from Main Street, The Stable Cocktail & Coffee Bar is open seven days a week. Locals will tell you this place has some of the best cocktails in town. Their bar is stocked with over 100 spirits for making a variety of delicious specialty drinks and some well-known ones too. If you're not sure what you want, try the tasting board. You can get tasting boards of spirits, beers, wines, and even meats and cheeses. With a full coffee and espresso set up, you'll also be able to enjoy a hot coffee beverage. Elk Store Winery & Distillery Elk Store Winery & Distillery is one of Fredericksburg's premier wine and spirits bars, Cocktails are crafted from their own distilled moonshine, gin, rum, and charter. In addition to the selection of spirits, you'll find a variety of over 100 internationally chosen wines. You can enjoy them by the glass or by the bottle. The relaxing atmosphere makes for great conversations with friends while you enjoy your favorite beverage. Pair your drink with a fresh-made sandwich or tasting board loaded with your favorite treats. When you're looking for a nice place to grab a drink and relax with your friends, try one of these great locations in Fredericksburg.   Image via Pixabay.com by janetrr

When you get a craving for some authentic Mexican food, nothing but the best will do. Luckily, there are some excellent Mexican restaurants in Fredericksburg where you can enjoy all your favorites from burritos and tacos to enchiladas and tamales. Check out some of our top picks in the area. more Hilda's Tortillas Restaurant & Bar At Hilda's Tortillas, you'll enjoy delicious, authentic Mexican cuisine. Everything served here is made fresh daily right in Fredericksburg. For your next big event, you can make advanced reservations for parties of over 20 people, or hire them to cater at your location. They serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner and are open Monday through Saturday from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. For breakfast, you can get a breakfast burrito with eggs and a variety of other options such as bacon, sausage, potatoes, and more. You'll find burritos, quesadillas, carnes, and seafood on the menu as well. If you have children in your party, a kid's menu is available. Your young Mexican food lovers can choose from a crispy or soft taco, a cheese quesadilla, bean and cheese nachos, or an enchilada with either cheese, beef, or chicken. Each item, except the nachos, comes with rice and beans. Mamacita's Restaurant For a family-friendly restaurant that serves brunch, lunch, and dinner, stop in at Mamacita's. They have an excellent variety of Mexican and Southwestern dishes, as well as gluten-free, vegan, and vegetarian options. If you prefer to take your food to-go, call your order in ahead of time and pick it up for takeout. Whether you order a shrimp quesadilla, a plate of sizzling chicken fajitas, or a taco salad, your meal will arrive hot and ready to satisfy. To make your meal even more authentic, order a frosty margarita to go with it. The kid's menu at Mamacita's has pizza and other American options for children who don't want Mexican food. So there's something for everyone here. You can enjoy your meal on Friday and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. or Sunday through Thursday from 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. El Milagro Twenty Twelve This family-owned and operated Mexican restaurant has an excellent variety of all your favorite cuisine. With its friendly atmosphere and live music most weekends, everyone is sure to have a great time and an excellent meal at El Milagro Twenty Twelve. Almost everything on the menu is handmade, so no matter what you order, it's going to be fresh and delicious. In addition to having great entrees, they also serve tasty desserts and offer a wide range of drinks from the bar. One of our favorites from the menu is the fajita nachos which comes with either beef or chicken. They're open Tuesday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., Friday and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m., and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Regardless of which one of these delicious Mexican restaurants you choose, you won't be disappointed. They serve great food in a fun, friendly atmosphere that makes you want to come back again and again Image via Pixabay.com by adoproducciones

People often call the area around Fredericksburg "Texas Hill Country." Its beautiful, diverse landscape has rolling limestone hills, clear rivers and streams, and many types of wildlife. Here are some of the best places to take a scenic drive and explore the beauty of Fredericksburg. more Lost Maples Lost Maples State Natural Area covers 2,174.2 acres along the Sabinal River. It's in Vanderpool, about an hour and 20 minutes away from Fredericksburg. The maples in the park display beautiful colors in fall, and the countryside looks peaceful and attractive. You can take amazing photos, have a picnic, go camping at the natural area, watch local bird species, go fishing, swim, and more. You can use one of the 30 campsites, which are equipped with water and electricity. This place has several species of oak, bigtooth maple, mesquite, sycamore, Texas mountain laurel, Texas persimmon, wild grape, redbud, Texas madrone, and prickly pear. It also has many types of grass, brush, and ferns. It looks awesome all year, but you should be prepared for lots of fellow visitors in fall. Willow City Loop The Willow City Loop is about 15 miles long, and it looks amazing in March and April when wild bluebonnets, Texas's state flowers, bloom. You can also see Indian paintbrush, coreopsis, phlox, sunflowers, Mexican poppies, fire wheels, winecups, yellow and white daisies, horsemint, verbena, and more. It's about 13 miles from Fredericksburg, off SR 16. Cows often graze by the side of the road, and you should watch for crossing cattle. The views are extraordinary all year, and you can see rolling hills and deep, rugged canyons. You can also view jagged cliffs and meandering streams. Visit Harry's on the Loop for some snacks. The Swiss Alps of Texas This drive is around 100 miles, and it goes over hills that are up to 2,400 feet above sea level. It crosses the Medina and Sabinal rivers, and you can see deep canyons formed by the Nueces and Frio rivers, large rock faces, and lots of greenery all year. Most of this scenic drive is in Leakey, about an hour and a half away. Bandera, the cowboy capital of Texas, is nearby, and you can tour a dude ranch or go swimming or tubing in one of the rivers in the area. Enchanted Rock This enormous pink granite rock rises 425 feet above the ground, and it covers 640 acres. The Tonkawa Indians believed that it had spiritual powers, and there's a cave inside the rock. Artifacts up to 11,000 years old have been found there, and it's only about 20 minutes from Fredericksburg. Camping is allowed, and many people stargaze or go rock climbing. There's a nature trail, exhibits about the history and ecology of the area, a picnic area, and a park store. On a scenic drive, you can relax and explore the area around Fredericksburg. You can also learn more about the land nearby and the local culture. Take a drive-by yourself or enjoy a day trip with friends or family members while you check out nearby attractions.   Image via Pixabay.com by i_take_phone_pictures

2020 is almost here and its time to start filling up your new calendars. There are lots of significant events planned around Fredericksburg this year, and we composed a list of some of the best activities to markdown. Get ready to have a year full of great fun and festivities! Here are the events you need to save the date for. more 13th Annual Blues Festival Mark your calendar for January 18, 2020. The 13th Annual Blues Festival at Luckenbach Texas in Fredericksburg is a great event for those who love the blues. The festival is family-friendly and has some great acts booked throughout the day. Tickets are on sale for $30, and children under eight get in for free. Fredericksburg Crawfish Festival From May 22-24, this event runs from 6 p.m. to Midnight on Friday; 11 a.m. to Midnight on Saturday; Noon to 6 p.m. on Sunday. This Memorial Day weekend festival is a great time for all. The festival hosts live music, games, and crafts for kids. There is plenty of food and fun to be had. Fredericksburg Fourth of July Parade The annual Fourth of July Parade is a great time worth saving the date for. The parade gets set up behind the Gillespie County Courthouse and gets started at the corner of Main St and Adams St. The parade travels east three blocks on Main Street before it takes a U-turn at Washington Street near the Nimitz Museum. The parade continues west on Main Street for another eight blocks where it ends at Bowie Street. The parade is a great way to enjoy Independence Day, and the city even puts on a firework display at night. Oktoberfest Fredericksburg, TX The 40th anniversary of Fredericksburg's Oktoberfest comes from October 2, 3, & 4, 2020. Located at 100 West Main Street, Fredericksburg, Texas. The festival is in celebration of the cities German heritage. Great German music, food, and drink will be available throughout the festival, and there is plenty of excellent activities for children. The festival has a large assortment of vendors and has been a successful event for the last 40 years. Fredericksburg Food & Wine Fest Oct 24, 2020, is the annual Fredericksburg Food & Wine Fest, where you can find great food, craft beer, and fantastic wine. The festival has lots of vendors selling all sorts of products and showcasing their food or beverages. The festival has live music for entertainment and is a great event that you won't want to miss out on. The Food & Wine Fest is held at the Marktplatz in Downtown Fredericksburg. So add these events to your new calendar this year and make sure you show up! These are some of Fredericksburg's best events throughout the year. We hope this helps you plan your year, making sure you get your fill of fun for you and the whole family.   Image via Pixabay.com by sherrymckinley

Fredericksburg is home to some fantastic places to eat. This small town has a vast array of eateries that are sure to satisfy any of your cravings. Traditional bratwurst, fresh sushi, and good Texas BBQ: Fredericksburg has it all. Here are our picks for the best places to eat in town. more Farm Haus Bistro The Farm Haus Bistro is set in one of Fredericksburg's historic buildings dating back to the 1890s. Located in the Fredericksburg Herb Garden, this beautiful bistro is in the perfect tranquil farm setting. The kitchen serves up farm-fresh, locally sourced food, and most of the bistros' vegetables come from the Herb Garden. The menu is constantly changing and offers excellent dishes, like their pan-roasted salmon entree with a tomato-basil relish and fresh vegetables. Cabernet Grill The Cabernet Grill is unique for showcasing over 75 wines from across the state of Texas. While most wouldn't expect it, Texas is home to a variety of successful vineyards, and the Cabernet Grill is a great place to eat and try many of Texas' best wines. The restaurant is located on the property of Cotton Gin Village Bed and Breakfast. The restaurant has a beautifully rustic atmosphere and chef Ross Burtwell makes some exceptional examples of Texas Hill Country Cuisine. Try his green chili and crab stuffed shrimp with lemon cream and honey mango slaw. August E's This contemporary restaurant in Fredericksburg specializes in steak, seafood, and sushi. The restaurant was designed by local firm Mustard Design Architects with a modern, chic setting that has beautiful artwork and a perfect ambiance. The menu at August E's changes daily and focuses on seasonal and local ingredients. Some menu staples are their signature crab stack starter, the mesquite-grilled steak, and sushi rolls. Otto's Fredericksburg is rich in German heritage, so you know we need to have a German-inspired restaurant on the list. Otto's is a fantastic bistro that serves authentic German and central European cuisine. All of their ingredients are locally sourced, and dishes include Benison Klopse Appetizer, venison meatballs, horseradish gravy, and lingonberry jam, and a paprika schnitzel entree. Backwoods BBQ For a classic Texas BBQ, Backwoods BBQ is our top pick. Including tender brisket, tasty sausage, smoked turkey, pork ribs, chicken, steaks, beef ribs, and more. They have a great beer and wine selection and offer an excellent setting for some quality Texas BBQ. Alamo Cafe The Alamo Cafe is a great place to take in some local live music, with a great patio space. Tucked in a charming country setting, this cafe has been made famous from being dubbed the third-best burger in Texas. So if you end up taking the scenic drive over to the Alamo Cafe, try the burger. Don't forget to get it on a jalapeno cheese bun. Next time you are looking for a great bite to eat in Fredericksburg, Texas, make sure to stop by and try one of these fantastic restaurants. They are all sure to satisfy your cravings.   Image via Pixabay.com by piviso