The Driftwood food truck at sotol distillery Desert Door serves Texas wild game meats in Mexican Texan dishes — the name is Spanish for “the wild.” Think turkey flautas, antelope hamburguesas topped with escabeche, and fried quail sandwiches, The truck’s co-founders are Austin chef Jesse Griffith (Dai Due) and San Antonio chef Joshua Flohr-Crumpton, with the menu led by chef Stephanie Stackhouse. Takeout orders can be placed online; there are indoor and outdoor dine-in areas.

There is a reason this Driftwood barbecue spot is perhaps one of the most famous ones in Central Texas: it’s a complete vibe. There’s the iconic indoor pit, loads of picturesque seating, solid barbecue, and even wine. Shippable barbecue orders can be placed online; there are indoor and outdoor dine-in areas.

The truest and longtime pioneer and advocate for Hill Country wines has been Fall Creek Vineyards. The co-founders, whose co-founders Susan Auler and the late Ed Auler heralded the possibilities of Texas wineries from the very beginning, going as far as even establish the Hill Country as a certified American Viticultural Area and appellation. Though the original winery is in Tow, Texas, there’s this second location, which serves up its fantastic Texas-forever wines with tastings and pairings. Reservations can be booked online; there are indoor and outdoor dine-in services.

For stellar Italian food, make a stop at this Driftwood restaurant, where the physical building seems like it was lifted straight from the European country, covered in vines. Expect classic Italian dishes like pastas, wood-fired pizza, and meats; as well as drinks and cocktails, such as wines and limoncello. Takeout orders can be placed online; there are indoor dine-in services.

Another one of the earlier Hill Country wineries rooted in Texas grapes, Duchman’s tasting room offers tastings and a la carte options. And, yes there’s a full on-site kitchen serving up pizza and other dishes. Book reservations online; there are room for walk-ins; there are indoor and outdoor dine-in areas.