Ellis Motel

One of the OG places in Round Top. Excellent drinks. Very cool and unique atmosphere. Seat yourself in either of the multiple rooms (each with a dif vibe/decor), at the bar or on the deck or tables outside. As mentioned, the drinks are great but the cost matches the quality.

It is rare for me to give 5 stars to a bar, but this one deserves it. Their Old Fashions were perfect, their ambiance is exactly what you want in a mid to upper scale bar. Their apparel is fun. It's an all-around great spot!

Love to lounge and sip a cocktail at the Ellis. Despite the high prices and really unfriendly bartenders the vibe and atmosphere of the place is just too cool to resist. I can only imagine how great it could be if they would send the bartenders to smile school.

Ellis Motel is one of my favorite places to visit in Round Top. The service is amazing. Emma and Grace do an amazing job taking care of all the customers with great service and great drinks.

What a great find and place to visit. We didn't stay the night but visited the bar and had a few drinks. Highly recommend you stay or just have a drink.

Best bar in Round Top! Fun atmosphere and excellent drinks. Highly recommend!

Was told to try this place was friendly. After going was ignored and not served customers and bar tenders very rude. All in all over price drinks to be treated very poorly.

Great decor. Good music. Friendly service & patrons. Delicious espresso martini.

Love this RTTX classic! The best gin and tonics. Love Ellis and missing Lee big time. Don't miss this when in Roundtop and try Merrit BBQ next door. So good.

Disappointed. Always love stopping here. Group of 8 and had my 6 year old granddaughter with us, again. New signs up saying NOONE under 21 inside or out. Went a few months ago and the sign specified no one under 21 after 5. We were there at 4pm. So we took our business to Koopers Whiskey and had a great time and all were welcome. Then down to Crown Bar in La Grange. OMG from 5-7. Amazing Old Fashioneds and great mixology. Saw several dogs go in though. They're fine. Saw a few leave with ToGo beverages, even one pair of ladies just leaving with their glass glasses. Just a suggestion for Ennis. Don't bend the knee to the masses. If a minor isn't behaving, eject the whole crew. For those of us whose kids are wonderful., welcome us all and make some money. Cheers.

This place has so much going for it....great location, beautiful space, cool vibe! We were excited to try it. However, the two bartenders (tiny blonde & tall w/dark hair) and the drink runner were just not friendly AT ALL. We observed eye rolls, sighs, and unpleasant facial expressions. It was as if all the patrons were a total bother. Perhaps it was just a bad night, but being the opening show weekend, there should have been a little enthusiasm!!! Management needs to get a handle on this and FAST. We left after just one drink (as did another group of 5 ladies) and found welcoming hospitality (and live music) just down the road. Also, not a fan of disposable bar ware and using fingers to scoop out the coffee beans to garnish the espresso martinis.

Fun little spot with pretty cocktails. My drink had a sprig of rosemary. Delightful! One of the locals suggested we go, so we did. I don't know the origin of the name, but it is not an actual motel (unless I missed something). The bar has several small lounging rooms and a small bar with stools. There aren't many places in the small town of 86 people, but each place uses their space well and has their own country feel. This town is a Texas gem!

Asked for ID's from our party and then took orders from multiple parties that came in after us prior to getting our order. Terrible service, sub par ambience, overpriced beverages.

Emma and Claire give the best service at the bar! I love coming to this bar because of the intimateness and the friendly atmosphere it provides. The bartenders are experienced and curate the nicest cocktails. From, other guests to staff everyone is so caring and kind and I truly always enjoy my experience at this sweet spot! :)

We had a great afternoon at the Ellis Motel! Make sure you don't miss this gem when in the round too area!

You're wasting time drinking anywhere else. Best drinks in Round Top are served here by Emma & Bianca.

Came here today and the waitress was very rude and denied us entry due to have kids with us. They were outside sitting at a table playing the games. Very disappointed in this place.

Great watering place serving tasty drinks, good music, and fascinating "people watching" as the diverse customers hang out visiting on the porch or congregating inside the rustic lounge area.

Super cool. Sit out under the stars or settle into one of the rooms for some high in drinks or bottled beer. This is a place to kick back and relax. If /when you are in Roundtop Texas put it on you "to do" list!

Emma makes an amazing Manhattan!!! Great place to relax and have a proper drink! Highly recommend this place.

Very cute place... I'll give them that, but zero hospitality, and overpriced drinks for the quality of taste.

Been here plenty of times but tonight, 10/14, we arrived at 6 PM and after trying for 30 minutes to order drinks from a spot within the establishment we finally stood in a 20 minute line at the bar. The blonde bartender was rude, rolled her eyes constantly and after placing a $120 order and waiting 40 minutes we had to cancel our order. Which also didn't please the unfriendly bartender. We ended up seeing our literal "napkin order" last under 10 other napkin orders and had to get a refund so that we weren't late for a 8 PM dinner. 2 hours wasted. The bar back was very sweet and the only pleasant encounter in the span of 2 hours.

Visiting from Austin for the antique show. Had a great time at the motel bar. Super friendly staff who were quick to get our drinks and help us out. Plenty of seating and cool little lounge rooms. Open till midnight most nights, would recommend.