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    4 Missions Cafe

    4.7 (49 reviews)
    InexpensiveMexican
    Open • 6:00 am - 3:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    4 MISSIONS CAFE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Happy hour specials

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    Elizabeth P.

    This is a family business, they've been operating and open, Eloy / Isaias was very welcoming, inviting, and informative. July will be 10 years in business!! #Support local #supportsmallbiz

    Serena L.

    The best food I have my entire trip in San Antonio! The staff were so quick and even helped us choose our meal and drink. The menudo was delicious and the chicharron stew was my favorite! Thank you for a relaxing morning with delicious food and bright smiles

    Bean and cheese taco with bacon

    Just picked these tacos up and they were disgusting!!! The beans have a weird smell and look like canned beans.. the carne guisada was disgusting and full of fat.. looked and smelled like dog food! I don't know how this place has 4.8 stars.. DONT WASTE YOUR MONEY!

    First time here! Absolutely loved it! I ordered the San Antonio plate and big breakfast for my kiddo. If I had more room in my belly it would have been a squeaky clean plate on both pages. This was definitely a great combination plate full of flavor and authentic ingredients! I love holes in the wall places they have the best of everything! The service was superior, with water for my coffee and prompt attention! The musical vives were up to date and familiar. Very homey vibe. Like going to moms house on Sunday!

    Enchiladas Verdes con Pollo

    Best Mexican food during our trip! My husband had the Texas plate and the stew had such incredible depth of flavor! I had the enchiladas verde con pollo and the chicken was moist and flavorful as well. The mini tacos almost ruined our meal they were so good. If you're in the area visiting the San Antonio Missions, you've gotta try this place. If you aren't visiting the Missions, you gotta try this place!

    Lou C.

    I decided to try out 4 Missions Cafe after checking out the pictures posted by fellow Yelpers. My overall dining experience was fairly good. There wasn't much of a dining ambience, but I'm guessing the restaurant owners are primarily focusing on the food? The complimentary chips & salsa were fair. I ordered the Crispy Taco Plate with one beef & one chicken taco. My platter didn't have much of a presentation, but good & not greasy. The crispy chicken taco was made with shredded chicken breast meat, which was a big plus! I liked the rice & the flavor of the charro beans. The charro beans however had more bacon & sliced wieners than actual beans. I didn't though agree with the $1.99 fee to substitute the refried beans with the charro beans. Most restaurants wouldn't charge to switch the beans! I did receive a complimentary sample taste of the Fideo Soup & it was good. Customer service level was very good during my dining experience. My server was courteous & efficient. I don't know if I'll be back anytime soon, but would consider another visit perhaps in the future?!

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    7 months ago

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    1 year ago

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    4 months ago

    Very authentic. Absolutely delicious!! Great service and food is even better!! Breakfast was delightful. So glad we found this.

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    1 year ago

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    7 months ago

    I was really impressed with this place. So authentic and the best refried beans I've ever had! And the friendliest staff!

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    11 months ago

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    1 year ago

    Good food at reasonable prices. Great service. Cheerful little cafe with a lot of menu choices. Ambiance is alright--great for lunch.

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    6 months ago

    Great service, they even made our table fresh queso at lunch when they ran out took great care of us. Food was delicious

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    1 year ago

    Ordered the special with enchiladas. The food was great, service was fast. I would definitely recommend this place.

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    1 year ago

    I've been one time and the food was top notched. I haven't been back because I work nights and when I wake up they are closed.

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    2 years ago

    The food was fantastic. Excellent service. Prices are great. Would definitely recommend it.

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    2 years ago

    Their food is really tasty. I enjoy getting their Tex Mex plates. The establishment can really use a new update inside.

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    2 years ago

    Good breakfast good lunch really good service kind of Ottaway place a lot of locals go here never had a bad meal here

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    4 years ago

    One of our family fave. Great food, friendly servers, price is right. What else are you looking for. Come try them on the south side.

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    4 years ago

    One of the best menudos I've had in a restaurant in San Antonio. Service is great and food overall it's delicious!

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