Guide To Round Top

Many of you may know the town of Round Top, Texas for the internationally recognized Antiques + Design Show that takes place twice a year in the spring and fall. Once the crowds of designers, buyers and shoppers from all over the world have come and gone, the town remains just as magical as ever, something we like to call “The Round Top Magic.”

The town is a year-round destination that offers a reprieve from the city life and takes you back to simpler times. Below, you’ll find a list of our favorite things to do while in Round Top any time of the year. If you’re looking for a guide to the Round Top Antiques + Design Show, we’ve got that covered too.

We do our best to keep this guide updated, but just like any town, new shops and restaurants are popping up all the time and there are so many to choose from! Be sure to check out Explore Round Top for an updated list on where to eat and shop while in Round Top.

WHERE TO EAT & DRINK

BOON & CO.

Located in the heart of Round Top, offers locals and visitors a one stop shop for everyday food and specialty items. Think delicious eats, craft cocktails, gifts, home goods and more!

DUO

Located in Market Hill, Duo has a menu that changes daily that includes American and New Mexican cuisine. In addition, they offer brunch and a full bar.

GARDEN COMPANY FEED & FIREWATER

The Garden Company is a delicious eatery located in Rummel Square. The Garden Company always has the freshest food and uses only quality ingredients for their farm-to-table concept. We suggest starting off with the Crispy Brussel Sprouts (Smoot's favorite!) or their Baked Brie. You can't go wrong with any of their entrees, among our favorites are the Strawberry Fields Salad, Gourmet Grilled Cheese, or their Rack of Lamb. Finish off with one (or all!) of their daily dessert selections and a cup of decaf coffee.

IL CUCULO

Here’s a slice of the big city in a charming small town. Choose chic indoor seating or outdoor tables by the pool for craft cocktails and bar nibbles.

LULU'S

Located in Bybee Square, Lulu's is a great spot for a night out with its beautiful interior and delicious Italian fare. The historic atmosphere alone is worth the trip, but you can't go wrong with a glass of wine and one of the classic pizza or pasta offerings.

MANDITO'S

From the owners of Armando's, a Houston institution, Mandito's is sure to satisfy your cravings for authentic Mexican food. Our favorites from the menu are the house-made chips and fresh guacamole, a bowl of tortilla soup, or shrimp fajitas. The lively atmosphere and memorable margaritas make this one of our favorite places to visit!

MILL STREET CAFE

Whether you’re looking for a cozy spot to enjoy your morning coffee, a quick bite on the go, or a place to unwind with friends over a glass of wine, Mill Street Café has got you covered.

POPI BURGER

Popi Burger is located in the charming old general store right across from the the main square and offers delicious burgers, brews and shakes that will make your tummy happy!

PROST WINE BAR

Our favorite place to grab a glass of wine by far is Prost Wine Bar. With a selection of wines from around the world, the comfiest inside atmosphere, and an even better patio for those warmer months, you could easily spend an entire afternoon here. They also offer light bites—like a delicious cheese plate—to snack on while you're there!

ROUND TOP BREWING

A nano-brewery and taproom serving house made beers and guest beers along with a surprisingly sophisticated yet accessible menu, counter service style in a comfortable and friendly atmosphere with indoor, outdoor, and patio seating available.

ROUND TOP COFFEE SHOP

The Coffee Shop is built on community and is open daily 8am-12pm! They offer espresso drinks, specialty brewed coffees, pastry treats and made-to-order Breakfast Tacos.

ROYERS PIE HAVEN

Royer’s Pie Haven is our favorite stop for a quick coffee and maybe even a slice of pie (okay, always a slice of pie!) Grab a good book and come relax on their southern porch that will remind you of the time spent at your grandparents’ house. Enjoy a cup of hot coffee or one of their gourmet coffee drink selections with coffee roasted by Two Sparrows Roasting Company, located just next door!

ROYERS ROUND TOP CAFE

A Round Top legend, Royer's Round Top cafe is known for its delicious food and quirky atmosphere. With sweet tea served in mason jars, and a list of pies that will make your mouth water for days; Royer's Round Top Cafe offers the best of the best when it comes to dining in Round Top. For lunch, we suggest trying out their Glorified Grilled Pimento Cheese (make sure you order a cup of tomato soup, perfect for dunking!) or their Shrimp BLT Salad (our go-to!). Dinner brings choices like Shrimp N Grits, Jud's Great Steak and Audrey's In Yo Face Grilled Fish & Pasta. Of course you can't leave without ordering a slice (or five) of their world-famous pies; we recommend Texas Trash or Classic Cherry, and don't forget the scoop of ice cream on top!

ROUND TOP MERCANTILE COMPANY

In a town as small as Round Top, the deli counter at the only grocery store in town is considered a great place to eat too! Need a quick bite? We suggest heading over to the Round Top Mercantile Company and ordering a sandwich from the deli. You can create your own or order one straight from their menu. Whatever you get, be sure to get it on their sourdough bread.... it's some of the best bread we've ever had!

ROUND TOP SMOKE HOUSE

Owned by the same proprietor of the Ellis Motel, this new BBQ restaurant is located behind Henkel Square and ain’t your traditional Texas fare. It’s that and then some!

THE ELLIS MOTEL

Located in Henkel Square, this hip hang out is where it’s at for signature cocktails and…you can buy the furniture you are sitting on and other cool items on display.

THE JON PEREZ LOUNGE

An upscale lounge situated within the beloved Stone Cellar. Serving elevated dishes and craft cocktails in an impeccably designed space.

THE STONE CELLAR

Speaking of relaxing with a cold one in hand, The Stone Cellar offers a wide variety of craft and local beers with live music every Friday & Saturday—in addition to the most yummy wood-fired pizza.

OUTSIDE OF ROUND TOP:

BLUE MULE WINERY in FAYETTEVILLE

A new favorite among Round Top locals, Blue Mule Winery is located about 20 minutes away in Fayetteville. They offer wine tastings from Thursday to Sunday from noon to 6 pm. The winery is built on the family's homestead, making it a family affair!

BLUE WILLOW CAFE in BURTON

Blue Willow Cafe is located in Burton, only 15 minutes from Round Top. This quaint café offers yummy scratch made breakfast and lunch Fri - Sun. Be sure to check schedule before going.

CHAPELTON VINEYARDS AND WINERY in WASHINGTON

Chapelton Vineyards and Winery is located in Washington, TX, 40 minutes from the center of Round Top. Chapelton offers wine tastings, chocolate and wine parings, and private events.

JW's in CARMINE

If you're looking for a nice, juicy steak head 20 minutes the opposite way to find JW’s in Carmine. This true Texan steakhouse is a hole-in-the-wall joint that serves up some of the best steaks, burgers and of course their Catfish Platter! We highly recommend heading to JW's before you head out of town!

JOE’S PLACE in FAYETTEVILLE

Have a hankerin’ for a good old american cooking? Joe’s has chicken-fried steak, great burger, and more.

ROHAN MEADERY in LA GRANGE

Located on Blissful Folly Farm, Rohan Meadery offers a wide variety of meads, wine, and ciders made with sustainably sourced, local ingredients. Their tasting room hours are Thursday - Sunday from noon to 6 pm. Stop by for a glass after a day of shopping Round Top!

SADDLEHORN WINERY in BURTON

Saddlehorn Winery is just down the road in Burton and is a great spot to sip delicious wine and take in the beautiful views of their 390-acre ranch. The Black Spanish wine is a must try! You can add this spot to your list any day of the week, since they are open daily from 11am-6 pm.

159 JUNCTION in FAYETTEVILLE

Homey sports and karaoke bar serving pub food and pizzas with beer, wine, and liquor. Games galore including pool,trivia, and giant lawn games.

WHERE TO SHOP

There are plenty of place to find one-of-a-kind antiques, local goods, and unique artisanal brands. In Round Top, there are several town squares with great shopping and dining with other amazing shops and restaurants spread throughout the area.

CISCO HOME

Cisco Home is located a few doors from The Vintage Round Top and offers a large selection of vintage pieces from previous collections as well as one-of-a-kind lighting chandeliers and pendants, decorative pillows, sofas, chairs, beds and more. They’ve also sourced amazing curiosities from South America.

HENKEL SQUARE

Right behind the main town square is Henkel Square. On a sunny day, you'll often see families scattered across the grounds, either on a picnic table or playing on the lawn. With many shops to see in Henkel Square, you'll also find Royer's Pie Haven, Round Top Antique and Design Center, Southern Beasts, Sapana, Round Top Smokehouse, Round Top Liquor Shop, and the hip bar - The Ellis Motel. Other shops include Humble Donkey, Wimberly, Melissa Ellis Fine Art, Kemo Sabe, and Mod for Marla.

JUNK GYPSY

The internationally known store and brand was created by the Sikes sisters, who’ve inspired many a wondering soul. They’re known for their eclectic mix of antiques, clothing, boots, books, jewelry, hats and so much more. It’s truly a must stop while in Round Top.

MARKET HILL

Set in an atmosphere of welcoming comfort and hassle-free shopping, Market Hill has 225,000 square-feet of year-round, world-class shopping. Market Hill’s 30+ vendors range from the best antiques dealers in the US to beautiful artisans crafting amazing art, furniture, sculptures, jewelry and clothing.

MAIN TOWN SQUARE

The town square is charming with the original 1880 courthouse smack dab in the middle. Surrounding it is the infamous Royers Cafe, Mill Street Cafe, Popi Burger, Mandito’s, and D. Little Gallery.

MINDEN SQUARE

Home to Tre for the Gathering (art that is fully functioning for entertaining, gifting and admiring), MimiBella (linen wear and more), and Round Top Brewing (see above).

ROLLAND SQUARE (previously Rummel Square)

Rolland Square has lots of shops and dining such as The Garden Company, Prost Wine Bar, and Round Top Coffee Shop (a great place to grab a latte and a breakfast taco!). Shopping in Rolland Square includes Curate by Stash, Townsend Provisions, Gar Co, and Viavandi.

ROUND TOP VILLAGE

At the village you can find local handcrafted jewelry, women's wardrobe staples and "casual lifestyle dressing", and hand-poured luxury candles. You'll find exotic linens & wares, and many antique vintage finds & furniture scattered throughout our shops,as well as an entire shop devoted to primitive and American farmhouse antiques. Home to Richard Schmidt, Bella's Candles, Cottonseed Trading Company, Courtney Barton and more. Open Thursday-Sunday.

THE 303 ROUND TOP

Consisting of seven buildings, preserved from area farms, are all more than 100 years old, including a 1907 Montgomery Ward kit home. In the restored buildings, find Worn & Weathered handmade and vintage clothing and furniture, and other vendors including Age of Industry and Design, Teal Sky Studio, and Bombshell Betty jewelry. Open Thursday - Sunday.

THE 550

A collection of 21 indoor retail spaces, is housed in a beautifully renovated structure located between the original Stone Cellar bar and restaurant and the circa-1900 Round Top Dance Hall. Featuring high-end shopping and cool treasures.

OTHER SHOPPING

There are so many shops inside and right outside of the town, there would be no way to list them all. So, here’s a few more of the amazing offerings:

McLaren's Antiques & Interiors, Recycling the Past, Round Top Vintage Market, Round Top Ranch Antiques, Farmloft, Kilgore Modern Farmhouse, DSG Nursery, Antiques and Vintage, the Carmine Y, The White Barn at Round Top and so much more!

For more information click https://www.exploreroundtop.com/shop/

WHAT TO DO

For more information on what to do, check out the Round Top Chamber of Commerce Events Calendar.

BRENHAM/BURTON/LAGRANGE/CARMINE/FAYETTEVILLE -

If you wish to venture out even more to the surrounding towns outside of Round Top, but within 20-ish minutes, we suggest some of our favorites like Leftovers in Brenham, Old World Antieks in LaGrange, Shops in Carmine. Check out Visit Brenham for a full list but some of our favs are the Antique Rose Emporium, Blue Bell Ice Cream, along with the many parks, shops and museums.

ROUND TOP FESTIVAL INSTITUTE

This world-renowned summer music festival presented for six weeks in June and July features chamber and orchestral concerts each weekend, as well as monthly concerts and educational forums during its year-round "August-to-April" series. The complete festival schedule can be found here.

ROUND TOP AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY

Tour the historic complex and learn more about the history of Round Top, its people, and its cultures. Tours are available on the 2nd Saturday of each month from 12:00-3:00 PM with free admission. More information can be found here.

TEXAS COTTON GIN MUSEUM

The country's oldest operating cotton gin is located just outside of Round Top in Burton, Texas. The museum is open from Tuesday - Saturday 10 am - 4 pm with daily guided tours of the historic 1914 Burton Farmers Gin from 10 am - 2 pm. The property boasts a nine-acre complex consisting of a Visitor Center and four historical buildings including a 1933 Cobblers Shop, the Burton Auto Garage, the Cotton Warehouse and the 1914 Farmers Cotton Gin.

THE JERSEY BARNYARD

Located in LaGrange, The Jersey Barnyard is a working farm that offers tours, farm products and a weekly Farmer’s Market on Saturdays from 9-12.

WINEDALE HISTORICAL COMPLEX

Open Monday through Friday, Winedale Historical Complex is a division of The University of Texas Center for American History featuring tours of nineteenth-century buildings housing early German Texas furniture and decorative arts.

YONDER WAY FARM

Located in Fayetteville, Yonder Way Farm is another small family farm offering organic products, tours and a farm shop by appointment.

For more information click https://www.exploreroundtop.com/explore/