Welcome to our place
We’re Mike and Vanessa, the owners of Duetts Texas Club and the team behind Gold Epicure. Between food, photography, and years of events, we’ve always loved bringing people together.
At Duetts, that means Wednesday Steak Night, a well-made drink, and a place for weddings, holiday parties, and private celebrations. It’s also where we meet Gold Epicure clients for their first tasting.
Duetts was founded by Ryan and Katie Grametbaur. We’re proud to carry its story forward here in Martindale.
The Founders
Duett’s was dreamed up and founded by the husband and wife duo, Ryan and Katie Grametbaur. They poured their heart and soul into the establishment, which bears the name of their spirited daughter, Duetta, a fiery redhead with a big personality. Their shared dream was to bring to life a place that embodies everything they hold dear.
Ryan and Katie, Texas Hill Country natives, were also the former owners of the Martindale River Cafe and share a deep passion for excellent cuisine, great music, and bringing people together for unforgettable experiences.
Ryan, also known as Ryan Quiet in the music scene, boasts over 15 years of entertaining in honky tonks and local bars. On top of his musical talents, he is no stranger to the culinary world, having managed and worked as a head cook in various restaurants. Recently, he discovered a newfound love for crafting delightful cocktails.
Katie's professional journey led her through retail management, art direction, and set design. Notably, she made a mark with her contributions to the renowned music festival, Luck Reunion, where she led the art department and set design for the grounds.
Together, their vision for Duett's created an authentic space where people from all walks of life came together and experienced genuine human connections while celebrating the arts.
History Honored. History Made.
Duett's Texas Club finds its home on the lower level of the Martindale Motor Company Building, originally constructed in 1924 as a Hupmobile car dealership and later served as a gas station catering to the hardworking rural community of Martindale, Texas.
In 2019, Maury Domengeaux and Steve Schlossareck acquired the building, embarking on a comprehensive restoration project that successfully prevented it from being condemned and torn down. Their unwavering commitment to preserving history has led to the Motor Co building and Martindale's Main Street being officially registered as a Historic District on the National Register of Historic Places.
Step inside the Club, and you'll be transported back in time, as the original longleaf pine now serves as the stage, bar, and ordering counter. Every aspect of the interior pays homage to the past, from the meticulously recreated pressed tin ceiling tiles to other intricate details that honor the building's origins.
Above Duett's, there are five fully furnished apartments, offering a perfect weekend getaway. Moreover, the Western 1924 apartments will serve as Duett's artist greenroom, warmly welcoming touring musicians from far and wide.
One of the Club's significant contributions is bringing the first liquor license to Martindale since 1882, thereby putting an end to the prohibition in town. This addition complements the efforts of other local businesses, such as Martindale Schoolhouse, Harper’s Store and Martindale River Cafe, in revitalizing the once-sleepy downtown Main Street. The result is a charming and historic destination, replete with music, art, delicious food, refreshing drinks, and a range of appealing river town attractions.
Duetts Texas Club
420 Main Street
Martindale, TX 78655
Wednesday Steak Night: 4–11 PM
Reservations encouraged. Walk-ins welcome.
Private events and tastings by appointment.