Explore Round Top, Burton & Brenham
This guide is designed for adults seeking elevated and enjoyable experiences in and around the Round Top region.
From art galleries and antique shopping to fine wines and culinary destinations, this list is perfect for couples, friends’ trips, and weekend adventurers.
Where to Play
Select a category below to explore recommendations curated for Element Ranch guests.
Antique Shopping
Globally recognized antique markets and year-round boutiques. Great for treasure hunters and design enthusiasts. Below are some spots for great shopping year-round.
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Roland Square
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Henkel Square
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Junk Gypsy
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Market Hill
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Round Top Ranch Antiques
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Old World Antieks
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Round Top Gallery Trail
Art galleries across Round Top and Burton featuring regional and national artists. -
The Compound
Upscale venue with rotating art shows, pop-ups, and design showcases.
Live Music
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Round Top Festival Institute
Beautiful historic music institute/symphony hall offering concerts, symphonies, and architectural tours. -
Busted Oak Cellars
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Stone Cellar
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Round Top Brewery
- Check out the Chamber of Commerce Website and social media for the latest happenings in town! You can find this at exploreroundtop.com or visitroundtop on Instagram.
Wineries, Breweries & Distilleries
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Blissful Folly Farm (La Grange)
Craft mead, wine, and cider in a relaxed rural setting with live music. -
Busted Oak Cellars (Carmine)
Cozy tasting room offering local Texas wines with outdoor seating. -
Saddlehorn Winery (Burton)
Rustic-modern winery with tastings, food trucks, and vineyard views. -
Tasting Room @ The Vine (New Ulm)
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Chapelton Vineyard (Brenham)
Explore Round Top’s History and Points of Interest in Neighboring Towns
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Winedale Historical Complex
Self-guided tours of 19th-century homes and heritage structures. -
Round Top Festival Institute
Beautiful historic music institute/symphony hall offering concerts, symphonies, and architectural tours. -
The Texas Quilt Museum (La Grange)
Nationally acclaimed museum for textile and fiber arts lovers. -
Historic Downtown Brenham
Art, shopping, murals, wine bars, and casual nightlife. -
Unity Theatre (Brenham)
Professional live theater in a charming downtown setting. -
Lake Somerville Trails & Recreation
Hiking, biking, and nature exploration in a serene lakeside setting. -
Burton Railroad Depot & Cotton Gin Museum
Historic tours ideal for history buffs and cultural explorers.
Breakfast & Coffee
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Round Top Coffee Shop
SelfCoffee muffins, breakfast tacos and other light fare in a serene setting—ideal for unwinding or catching up with friends and hearing the local gossip. -
Mill Street Café (Brenham)
Perfect for a light bite, takeaway or a casual coffee meeting. Known for friendly service, great pastries, and their lovely garden. -
Royers Round Top Café
Eclectic charm and legendary pies—quirky and memorable. Try a slice of apple pie with your coffee. Who says pie is just for dessert?
Lunch & Brunch
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The Garden Co. Feed and Firewater
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Boone/ European Inspired Bistro
Elevated European inspired fair plus delicious pizzas, sandwiches and cocktails in a beautiful setting. -
Manditos/ Casual Tex Mex
Casual Tex-Mex close to the action. If you require a lunchtime margarita try here or the Garden Co. -
Lulu’s / Upscale Italian
Elegant Italian with craft cocktails and a garden patio for a more refined dining experience. Great for a leisurely lunch or a large group. -
Round Top Brewery
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Royers Round Top Cafe
Eclectic charm, bold flavors, and legendary pies—quirky and memorable. -
Truth BBQ (Brenham)
Eclectic One of Texas’s most celebrated BBQ spots. Come hungry and early. -
Duo at Market Hill
Elevated dining without the fuss. Duo is open for lunch, dinner and Sunday brunch.
Dinner
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JW’s Steakhouse (Carmine)
Just a five minute drive from Round Top this unpretentious spot is a local favorite for dinner’s out. Try the steak special. -
Boone (Round Top)
Elevated European inspired fair plus delicious pizzas, sandwiches and cocktails in a beautiful setting. Enjoy a cocktail alfresco in their gardens, check out their adorable store and come back for their speak easy experience. -
Lulu’s Italian Restaurant (Round Top)
Elegant Italian with craft cocktails and a garden patio for a more refined dining experience. -
The Garden Co. – Feed & Firewater (Round Top)
Elevated salads, sandwiches and globally inspired dishes plus botanical cocktails in a casual venue. A cocktail on the porch under their age old oak is always a yes! -
Duo by Gino and Nate at Market Hill (Round Top)
Fine dining without the fuss. Duo is open for lunch, dinner and Sunday brunch and features great cocktails and daily specials. -
Los Patrones Mexican Grill (Burton)
Authentic Mexican dishes and a full bar. Great for margarita nights. -
Volare Italian Restaurant (Brenham)
JustClassic Italian fare in a cozy, white-tablecloth setting. -
Las Fuentes (Brenham)
Casual yet lively Tex-Mex with generous portions and cold cervezas. -
Ninety Six West (Brenham)
JustTapas-style menu with globally inspired dishes, perfect for sharing. -
BT Longhorn Steakhouse (Brenham)
Hearty steaks and Texas whiskey—ideal for a rustic, romantic dinner.
Cocktails & Nightlife
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The Vintage Hideaway
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Proust on Block 29 (Winebar)
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Lulu’s Lounge “Il Cuculo”
Craft-made cocktails in an Instagrammable setting. -
Round Top Brewery
Great beers made on site. They will fresh can anything you’d like to take home.