I definitely enjoy this place and would come here again for a casual, romantic/fun evening with friends and family! This cafe/coffee house has an ambient setting. My sister took me here for dinner and the food is definitely delicious. Our table we picked was kind of rocky but then again, the cafe isnt' sitting on a flat, level ground. I ordered a baked salmon with dirty rice and veggies on the side with a cup of water and some spinach dip to start with as an appetizer. A side salad came with the main course. the food came out eventually, wait was kind of long and the waiter wasn't sure what he was bringing out which was concerning. Luckily I knew what I was getting so I was able to make sure I had everything I ordered. Sadly the appetizer of spinach dip came out last and my salad and main course came out first but I guess it's ok to end with cheese dip. The salmon was delicious but the rice wasn't too my liking. The veggies could have been cooked down more to make it softer but overall it wasn't a bad choice. Definitely filling! My sister shared a slice of cake and it was delicious. the vanilla cake with strawberry and a light whip cream in the center was a great way to end the dinner on a good note! read more

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Loved loved visiting them for the first time. We decided to come for a friends birthday brunch and we were pleasantly satisfied. The restaurant itself has a lot of character with table seating and then some lazy couch lounge areas. You order at their bar and when I mean order, I mean you order your food at the bar. They have some real good choices with quesadillas, smoke salmon, egg whites and potatoes. I am a huge coffee lover and their candlehouse coffee is amazing. The restaurant is a cute trendy place with great atmosphere and feel. It's a great place to have lunch or brunch with girlfriends. I had a great experience. read more

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Food was okay, but overpriced. Took a long time to get the food to the table, by the time the last person in my a party of 4 got theirs, everyone else was finished. The wait staff was nice, but didn't even know what their table numbers were, we were asked which table we are about 5 times. The drinks were not very good, the mimosas start at almost $10 before you even add juice. Just for the champagne. The bloody mary was extremely salty, after sending it back once and it was still unbearable, the manager refused to take it off the bill, and just stared at us without finding a solution, until we asked if we could do a different drink. One waitress, named Mara, was absolutely wonderful, helpful with all the issues, and very understanding. She definitely deserved a raise. They also added an almost $6 tip on my bill after I had already paid and received a receipt. This added amount was not on the receipt in my email, it only updated from the original amount to the increased one on the website about 5-10 minutes after I checked out. When asking a staff member about this, she just walked away. Maybe it's just me, but an automatic 20% tip when I have to figure out how to order for myself, help the wait staff find the right table, and none of our party's meals came at the same time is wild. read more

Hidden gem discovered by accident. Charming. Ambience is very Austin like. What makes this place great is the service provided by the male staff. I say that because my partner was about to walk out on an ordering glitch. The host and female server ignored our needs, but the tall male went above and beyond to assist. Then the back house bartender created an amazing Prosecco flight tailored to our needs. Beautiful cozy brunch spot. read more

Candlight Coffeehouse is one of those staple establishments that has been around for quite some time. Opened for over 20 years it makes sense why they have such a loyal following. Located off of St. Mary's St they have a great location to be the host of a great lunch meeting or drinks and dinner. They have a lovely patio located towards the back and there are some plush lounge chairs and couches that will suck you in and never allow you to leave Candlelight! They feature a full menu from sandwiches to pasta. If you're looking for a great brunch spot this is the place to go to. I love their Iced Tea of the Day as it is always changing and today I had the Black Currant; which was amazing! They have a great staff who are very interactive and personal. The owners are on-hand and love to give great customer service to their customers. Ordering at the Candlelight is super easy as they have their full menu on display on chalkboards at the bar. This is a place to come spend Sunday Funday or grab a decent meal. I just had the chicken alfredo and the sauce itself was amazing! Super tangy and rich in flavor, you can tell this sauce was not out of a can. The garlic bread they send out with their pasta was baked fresh and had a nice garlic buttery taste to it. I would recommend this place to anyone who is looking for a great place to hang out with their friends and family. I will be checking out this place again very soon. read more

Candlelight - Chicken Alfredo with their Iced Tea of the Day (Black Currant) - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

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If you are looking for the perfect spot to go brunchin' on the weekends...THIS place is for you! You can't miss their bottomless mimosas, and they have a seasonal amazing that is great. I would recommend their egg Benedict...simply delicious. read more

Candlelight - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

One of the best places to eat and drink. The owner and all the staff are very professional. And so attentive to their customers. Anyone that sees it different. Is either stupid or cheap. read more

Would have gotten more stars if the guy cashier (with an earring) wasn't so impatient & rude. We were the only customers in line at the time too. Discovered this place by searching brunch on Yelp. Kinda hidden away from the main road. Walked in...wasn't acknowledged right away. We actually stood around looking all confused of the layout. Do we seat ourselves? Order at the "bar" area? Took awhile before someone told us where to place an order. Kept getting reminded that they were still serving breakfast. Ok. When I asked about the differences in their coffee the guy got snappy. When other customers walked in he asked if it was their first time. Hello, we didn't get asked. It was OUR first time there! Anyways, the Nova Lox (smoked salmon cream cheese bagel) was good. Coffee was good. Eggs benedict were decent-could use more sauce. Ambience reminded me of THE LIVING ROOM in San Diego. Would consider going back but I rather not deal with the service so ....I'll pass. Plus, the Nova Lox at Einstein Bros Bagels gives you more salmon! read more

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Yelp Community‼‼‼ This is an additional review to what I initially posted about Candlelight! Beware of this establishment!!! After I posted the review and shared the issues we experienced we looked at our accounts and noticed unauthorized additions were added!!! Tammy the owner took things to the next level and out of spite must have charged us more than we ordered. They even added additional tips. We have all filed fraudulent charges with our banks. I wasn't the only one who was affected who was at that table. This is terrible and scary that there are "business owners" out here like that who are wiling to take things to this level. We will also be filing a complaint with the better business bureau. read more

This place is lovely. Waiting staff are friendly, and the food is at great price point. The owners are friendly and pleasant to speak with. They are open from Thursdays - Sundays in the evening starting this week. Check them out! read more

Candlelight - This is the chicken and waffles. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

Candlelight is the most charming brunch spot in my neighborhood. I love to walk there and eat in the back garden. I'm never disappointed with the food; it's always delicious. I think it's gotten better since moving to the new location too. read more

Super nice and good customer service. The ambiance was super cool. The food was scrumptious.

Came here on vacation, service was a 10/10 and food was a 12/10, Love how dog friendly it is and very space ish. It was a bit hot but there are lots of shades and fans. Our waitress, Melissa was amazing! and very outgoing. We appreciated her humor and patience since we did come in a large group. This place is definitely a must try! read more

I don't come here often due to the long wait, but when I do come I love their eggs Benedict! I have always wanted to come during the week to get some work done. The inside atmosphere would be a really great place to study! read more

Horrible. Minimal sitting inside. We were forced to wait until we ordered our food first but others were skipping and going straight for the tables while their party waiting in line. Very frustrating seeing this and told to return to the line when my party was next to order. Our toddler waiting in the heat because of this stupidity. read more

This is possibly the best non-fast food dining option in the N-St Mary's area. The entrees might not be made by any top chefs, but you will get to enjoy your very reasonably priced food in an eclectic atmosphere. First, the food: it's consistent and usually comes with a salad (which seems rare these days). They have a small assortment of cakes on display and a bar constantly serving up coffee, beer, and wine. They could serve liquor, but I'm unsure. Now, the atmosphere: I'm not terribly familiar with central San Antonio, but it seems that this area has a few gay clubs which is representative of the patrons here. The interior of Candlelight is homely and has the definite feel of a coffeehouse. Board games and books are available to use. The patio seats just as many as inside and I saw a couple cats while I was out there. All in all, this is a great place at night to pop in and get a warm drink and dessert or have a pleasant with a couple friends. Expect to spend $20-30 for a couple during dinnertime. read more

The food was unique and it tasted well. I was not too crazy about having to order everything online then through a waiter. The waiter provided good service. Their coffee was tasty if you like chocolate which I do. All seating is outside. They do have fans to keep you cool and some to keep the flies away. read more

Absolutely beautiful surroundings sitting outside on a beautiful afternoon sipping flights and enjoying brunch. Absolutely awesome customer service from beginning while waiting for our table all the way through the entire meals and chill time. The best restaurant I have been to in a long time. Most definitely will return soon. read more

Overpriced on some items that you can get at a Mexican restaurant for half the price. But the outside seating is so nice. Unfortunately, you have to order at the bar. The eggs Benedict were delicious with a nice mild spice sauce. The fruit cup was so refreshing. The coffee overpriced and no refills. The mimosas are good, go for the bottle if you are having more than two. It's also pet friendly. read more

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I've been to Candlelight twice and I love going. The service is great, they're super quick with bringing food out/grabbing plates and very flexible with substitutions. The $2 mimosas I believe goes from 11-2pm, and I love the different flavors and trying them all. It's an added bonus the food is amazing as well, I brought my husband a to go chicken club melt and he absolutely loved it, I told him it'd be even more amazing if it was fresh off the grill. I will say the only downside is you're outside, so flies and leaves can get into your food or drinks. Me and my friend had a bug land in each of our drinks and we asked for a new glass, which I was really thankful for the waitress being gracious enough to get us a new one. I would ask for a few napkins in order to cover your drinks. Another downside is the parking but when on St. Mary's that's an obvious. All in all it's an amazing place to go to, I'll be coming back many times and I always recommend my friends to visit! Also if you can, get a hot chocolate flight! Just trust me read more

Very cozy place with nice covered patio seating. Theres no waiter assigned to your table so be prepared. The food was mediocre and overpriced. I would go again solely based on cozy environment. read more

Great food and atmosphere. The owner really cares about their customers! That is rare these days

I have been here a handful of times. This is the first time I've been here and have been so disappointed and will not be back. The co owner, Mike, honestly ruined the experience. We were a group of four and we all got our food at different times. The fourth person didn't get their food until 1 o clock after we asked three times where their food was. They told us we had to wait twenty more minutes when we asked at 12:50. When we asked to speak to the manager, the server immediately brought out the food. We still asked to see the manager and Mike came out and was incredibly rude. He was dismissive and said there's nothing we can do. He was not apologetic and said "go ahead, leave a review" so here we are. The whole situation could have been remedied with simple communication but he chose to be rude and dismissive have further conversation. read more

Beware! Prices are high and they automatically charge you 20% gratuity on meal and taxes. They also don't have menus, you have to order off an app that you scan at the table and pay on the app with your credit card. My meal ended up being $30.00 but the food and drink was actually 23.00. Will never go back- not worth it! read more

A place we keep coming back to for the relaxing atmosphere, comfortable seating, and treats to sample. When you want to extend your evening with more conversation with your date, it's great to settle in to an armchair with a slice of cake or a cheese tray, plus a glass of wine or a pot of herbal tea. The upholstery is worn in spots, but the walls feature fresh display by various local artists. read more

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I enjoy the atmosphere here very much. A couple of things I miss: A bold, assertive coffee SOMEthing gluten-free - toast, waffle, pancake - something. That being said, their gluten-filled pancakes, waffles, etc., look delicious. They have Rosemary potatoes, no grits. Hubby thinks the Rosemary should be Xed. I'm okay with it, but it could definitely be less pronounced. Come here for good food & a lively, friendly vibe. read more

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This place was amazing !! Got here 15 minutes before their Sunday brunch amongst many others (good sign that I finally found a good place to eat in San Antonio!) when I stepped in I fell in love with the atmosphere immediately. The way you order first then sat down was something I thought was really organized for such a cramped place it worked perfectly!! The mimosa is on point even though I thought it was a bit pricy it was totally worth it! Also had the egg Benedict with smoked salmon which was probably the best one I ever had! Definitely a must try if you are a brunch person!! read more

Candlelight - Egg Benedict with smoked salmon and a cup of fruits - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

I love when a brunch place has other breakfast alternatives! This place is quaint but it is definitely not crowded. Friends and I came here around noon and it was packed for a rainy Sunday. It's An entree only brunch. I actually ordered wine instead of a mimosa. (What was I thinking?!) but wine was good nonetheless. I had eggs whites and chicken Sausage fruit and toast. It was fairly well.... I believe it's called Ken's. You place your order at the bar and wait to be seated. This is your normal American food. Lovely place, everyone is friendly, and the food is good. We had a friendly visit surprise the place towards the end who snuck in... Black cat. Pro: Outside Seating Bottomless Mimosas Chicken Sausage is amazing Price!! Calm atmosphere Con: Seating- it's a pro and con for me. This place can get oddly crowded and there's a possibility you can be up ordering without actually having anywhere to sit. Time to be social! read more

Candlelight - Ken's Plate. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

The staff is awesome! Amazing service! Food and drinks were on point. The bathroom situation was not however. I'm hopeful that will change in the future read more

Candlelight - Witches Brew - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

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This place is cute! The food is *amazing* and the service is great! You're thrust into what feels like your own backyard. You order your items using a QR code and you can even pay there too. I will be going back for sure! read more

Candlelight - The Candlelight Breakfast - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

We came with 4 pre-school moms for Mother's Day. All ordered at the same time. After over an hour everyone had their food except one mom. We were told some food takes longer nothing he can do about it. He was unapologetically rude. Worst restaurant experience in San Antonio. Mike the owner should be ashamed of himself. Wouldn't be surprised if this place shuts down soon because of the owners arrogance. Food was ok. read more

I did a girls brunch with my bff and we had such a wonderful time. We sat in the front patio that had a chilly breeze but the sun kept us warm. We got the avocado toast and some tacos. They were spectacular! We also had a couple mimosa sets. The service was wonderful and we loved the ambiance. read more

This was not a fancy place to eat, but I didn't mind. The latte, cookie, and tomato soup were delicious. I did not enjoy any part of my meal. The meatloaf,l and spinach were bland, and the breadstick....no. read more

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Food has always been great. The new location is less to my liking than the previous location. Not a fan of ordering and paying through my phone. Gen Zers probably like that aspect. read more

Customer service is really good and friendly. We also had mimosa on the house, and their chicken and waffles and delicious !! read more

Candlelight - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

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We came to this part of town on a whim. We almost didn't stop by, but thank Goodness we did. You have choices over here, choose here!! Nevermind the service, drinks & food; the people are awesome. Love the laid back staff as a whole but Johnny is an absolute gem! It's Jonathan normally, but we're not normal and he was amazing, so we're even. Great food, great drinks, great times! read more

Candlelight - Best Server in all of Midtown. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

This place is amazing. I love the ambiance of the outdoor seating area and the staff here are always so helpful. I have never had an issue with being seated which is awesome. The huevos rancheros are my favorite thing on the menu. I got them the first time and I keep getting them every visit. I don't understand what's with the negative reviews about the price and the construction surrounding the area. This place never fails and I'm always recommending this brunch spot to my friends read more

Candlelight - Huevos rancheros - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

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This place is so cute. We were greeted when we were looking if we wanted to come in and were told they have complimentary mimosas once you order. This is on a Sunday at 11ish am. Richard was so friendly and great with his service. The food was just as good as the customer service. 10/10 will come again. read more

These guys need to rethink their staffing. Line to be seated was annoying and then line to order food went all the way around the bar area with people frustrated. Was told by staff that this is normal, but their seating was only at ~25% capacity. We left and went to Tycoon Flats where service was immediate and food was equal to or better than Candlelight's. ---- Update based on business' comment: To clarify, we sat outside where there was plenty of space (our preference, actually, since it wasn't hot). The issue wasn't inside seating, COVID, or customer safety. My observation was that, even with much-reduced occupancy, there wasn't adequate staff to support ordering. We didn't realize that, after waiting to sit outside, we were going to need to wait another 30 minutes to order. read more

The food was mediocre and very pricey. The servers just bring your food. You have to go through a website to order. It sounds convenient, but in actuality it took wayyy too long to order rather than simply telling a waiter what we wanted. read more