Also ranked among top 1% of restaurants worldwide in terms of TripAdvisor guest reviews
October 21, 2025 (Fredericksburg, TX) — Cabernet Grill, renowned for its all-Texas wine list and Hill Country cuisine, has been honored with a 2025 TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice Award as one of the Best Date Night Restaurants in the United States. Cabernet Grill is the only Texas restaurant to make the prestigious Date Night Restaurant list, and one of only three Texas restaurants recognized across all U.S. categories this year.
This recognition places Cabernet Grill in the top 1% of restaurants worldwide on TripAdvisor, as determined by the quality and quantity of traveler reviews and ratings collected over a 12-month period. The Travelers’ Choice “Best of the Best Restaurants” celebrates the highest-rated dining destinations worldwide.
“We are humbled and grateful to be recognized as one of America’s top date night destinations,” said Ross Burtwell, Cabernet Grill owner and executive chef. “This award reflects not only our cuisine, but also the welcoming atmosphere, Texas wines and heartfelt hospitality that make Cabernet Grill a special place for memorable evenings.”
A romantic evening at Cabernet Grill becomes an unforgettable getaway when paired with a stay at the Cotton Gin Village, a collection of 14 rustic-luxury cabins and cottages adjacent to the restaurant. Guests can relax under the oaks in the picturesque courtyard, kick back with in-room fireplaces and s’mores, and leisurely enjoy a hot, made-from-scratch breakfast delivered to the room each morning in a three-tiered picnic basket.
More Than Just Date Night
Cabernet Grill’s reputation extends far beyond this award. With its 200 Texas wines from more than 50 wineries, Cabernet Grill has been named one of America’s Top 100 Wine Restaurants by Wine Enthusiast and A Top Wine Restaurant in the USA Today Reader’s Choice Award. Chef Burtwell has perfected the art of Hill Country cuisine, drawing inspiration from local ingredients, culture and traditions. Many of his most popular recipes are included in his cookbook “Flavors from the Cabernet Grill Texas Wine Country Restaurant.”
In 2024, the restaurant also unveiled the Gin Mill Lounge, offering an unparalleled collection of Texas spirits and cocktails that further elevate the dining and date-night experience.
“We are incredibly honored to be recognized among TripAdvisor’s top 1% of restaurants worldwide,” said Burtwell. “Our mission has always been to deliver an experience that celebrates the local flavors and wines and the spirit and hospitality of the Texas Hill Country. This award belongs to our team and guests who make every night special here.”
About Cabernet Grill
Located in the heart of Texas Hill Country, Cabernet Grill blends refined Texas cuisine, award-winning wines, and warm hospitality. Under the leadership of Chef Ross Burtwell, Cabernet Grill celebrates the flavors, ingredients, and traditions of the region while offering guests an unforgettable dining experience. With 200 Texas wines, 50+ winery partners, and the Gin Mill Lounge’s Texas spirits, Cabernet Grill is the ultimate destination for romantic evenings, special occasions, and culinary discovery. For more information, go to Cabernet Grill.
