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    3.7 (130 reviews)
    ModerateSalad, Mediterranean
    Closed • 10:30 am - 10:30 pm

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    Casual
    Trendy
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    Steph W.

    Still amazing. Tastes fresh and healthy. You get plenty of options and they came out with chicken shawarma. delicious! Service is good, flows well. Very clean and spacious. I love cava, only downside is $$$. However I'd pick this place over other similar style establishments. Get the app and collect those points! Also try the original pita chips, it is hit or miss sometimes, still tastes good!

    Chalupa L.

    The food was fresh, lite, and clean tasting. I had a bowl with baby spinach, saffron basmati rice base and dded a some tzatziki.I was doubtful about the braised lamb but tried it and was quite impressed with the rich flavor and tenderness of the meat. I topped that with some crisp Persian cucumber and crumbled feta. Then added a little garlic herb tahini. AMAZING flavor combination!!! The food is wonderful and there were a stead stream of dine in and take out customers. Plus plenty of Door Dashers. The pineapple juice with mint wasn't to may liking but their sweet tea was fresh and not overly sweet. Overall... very balanced. The staff were adequate. None of them seemed like they really wanted to be there but, they did their jobs. I guess that's as much as one can expect these days.

    Ari E.

    this specific location seems to be hit or miss. the lamb meatballs are sometimes have too much seasoning and sometimes not enough. the service is just alright and the place is kept clean.

    Build your own
    Vianca F.

    Twice in a week.. I am always looking for a good salad/protein bowl, specially ones that you can create yourself. This was very flavorful and ingredients were fresh. This is now my go-to quick healthy bite to eat.

    Ashley W.

    Cava's salad bowls have some of the most unique and flavorful sauces that add a nice kick to the veggies. I always find myself repurposing them if I don't finish it! But I think more toppings would elevate the experience. I used Postmates. The price tag feels a tad high considering the portion size. They have unique toppings like pickled radish! I think the pita bread is average tasting

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    Artists W.

    The food was good ! The portion was good as well. The establishment was nice & clean. The girl w the blonde wig does not have good customer service at all. I'm not sure why but I will be calling Monday to speak w a manager. Bc the attitude was very unprofessional. Edit: Spoke to the managers in person yesterday & all three of them were nice and gave me a free bowl! Thanks

    Choose your greens
    Sabrina S.

    Yum!!!!! Easy, nutritious, and healthy! This place is an upscale Mediterranean like Chipotle. For $10.17 you pick your bowl- grains, greens, half/half with all the toppings/dressings. Extra charge for some. I chose a green bowl, but was blown away by the choices. It's not just spinach or romaine, but there's also arugula, kale, Brussels sprouts mixes etc. I went for the spinach and power greens. Follow the continual line to choose your base and toppings and some sections are unlimited. I love the fact that they list the toppings and any allergens. I'm dairy free so this truly helped in making my decision. Protein wise, I chose the beef meatballs and grilled chicken. In the end, topped of the bowl with half garlic and half jalapeño/cilantro dressing. Deelish! Ate the entire bowl and felt guilt free. My son had the lemon chicken bowl- terrific flavor and seasonal only. Friendly service, clean restaurant, good food I'll be back : D

    Elizabeth L.

    I could eat this every day. It's healthy, it's fast, it's massive. For a busy student this is my dream meal in regards to efficiency and nutrition and taste. It's very clean at this location! My server was also fantastic in telling me which combinations of sauces were good to try based on a few taste decisions I told them as well. I asked for extra red onions, and they were not shy with the toppings!! Patio outside that I sat with my friend since it was great weather!

    Spicy honey chicken bowl
    Eddie T.

    Food: 5 Service: 4 Ambiance: 4 All flavor. No guilt. This is a fantastic fast food option for Mediterranean. It is all super fresh and super healthy. The options can be overwhelming so you may want to research the menu ahead of time since the ordering process is much like an assembly line (think Chipotle or Freebirds). If you are unfamiliar with all the options, you can miss out, feel pressured, or order the wrong thing. The staff was not very friendly or helpful, but they were not rude. The ambiance feels like a cafeteria with organic sodas and ades. TIP: Order the pita chips! :-)

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    Picnikins Patio Cafe

    4.5(294 reviews)
    2.1 mi
    •$$

    I've been here twice now. I came once for a work meeting and had to bring my wife back about a week…read morelater. It's counter service and they bring your food to the table. It's in a shopping center with plenty of parking and I've heard it used to be a pizza place. My boss told me the tortilla soup is fantastic, but I haven't tried it. I've had the blue cheese burger and the mushroom Swiss burger. Both were good, but the blue cheese burger was incredible. My wife had the basic cheeseburger and ate the whole thing, which she doesn't do. The chips and the fries are ok. I wouldn't consider them a "burger place" but the burgers are great!

    This is one of my favorite places in all of San Antonio. Their soups, both poblano and tomato are…read moreso good. Almost everyone who comes here tells you about their poblano soup. We've never had bad service, a long wait, or any issues with our food every time we've come. The orchard sandwich was new for me this time and once again, 10/10. I loved the combination of the turkey with the crisp apples and the slight sweetness of the maple dressing. I love that they give you the option to change the bread types, I switched mine and I feel like it made it even better because that sandwich was packed and every flavor stood out instead of being majority bread. The pasta salad was also really good, my daughter ended up devouring it which shocked us because tomato soup is her favorite. If you're looking for a good lunch spot that's worth every penny, this is the place. Can't wait to go back next month.

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    Picnikins Patio Cafe - The Orchard with Hand Cut Russet Fries

    The Orchard with Hand Cut Russet Fries

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    First Course Salad Kitchen - Chicken Caesar salad.

    First Course Salad Kitchen

    4.2(143 reviews)
    7.5 mi
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    Fantastic first visit. Veggies were very fresh and so was the chicken and the dressing. We had a…read moresalad and a wrap and both were very tasty and very generous portions. Staff was very helpful and friendly when we asked for recommendations. Definitely recommend it!

    This is another one that I thought I had already reviewed a few years ago. I brought my retirees…read morehere for lunch in 2018 (I think), and we all loved it. The only reason for not coming back is the distance from my home and the awful 1604 and 10 traffic during all that construction. Today, I went with my wife and one of her friends who was visiting from Chicago on our way home from birding out at Guadalupe River State Park. I don't remember the first time well enough to comment on any changes. I had a hard time choosing a salad. Every single one of them sound fantastic. I finally went with the Mediterranean. All I can say is that it was a wonderful salad. The awesome young lady who prepared it for me used tongs to mix the Hoo Hah out of it. Not only was itt was super fresh, and but I could taste every one of the many ingredients in every bite. It also came in a HUGE bowl. It was what I call a "man salad". I was actually full when it was finished. The only downside of the meal was actually a very positive situation in my opinion. I thought my Sprite Zero tasted funny. My wife disagreed. Either way, I couldn't drink it. I asked a manager if I could get a new cup and explained the situation. She got a little cup and had one of her guys taste it. He agreed with me. Now, why is this a positive situation? That young man immediately got to work cleaning the nozzle in case there was anything in it that was tainting the soda. I have been in similar situations where they just give me a new cup and go right to work as if they didn't care. In this case, the manager and her worker scored major loyalty points! I am bringing my group back the first chance I get.

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    First Course Salad Kitchen - Plenty of seating

    Plenty of seating

    First Course Salad Kitchen - Build Your Salad and Build Your Wrap

    Build Your Salad and Build Your Wrap

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    Hula Poke - Interior  2/2026

    Hula Poke

    4.6(439 reviews)
    1.4 mi
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    I had a 2 protein bowl. Pretty decent in comparison to what I've had growing up…read more It's a bit pricey for the amount of ahi. I was a little disappointed having to dig through my veggies and literally can count how many pieces of ahi were given and how tiny they were. Service can be a little better, it being my first time here I felt rushed to make topping selections.

    We had been craving poke for sooooo long, I think it's been years lol . Finally had the opportunity…read moreand noticed this spot had pretty good reviews. Located in a large strip mall, parking was not an issue. We were greeted upon entrance and we immediately checked out all their fresh ingredients. My go to base is always greens, instead of rice. . My three proteins of choice today were eel, which I was happy to see, spicy tuna, and ahi tuna. He heated the eel in the microwave for a few. Loved the variety of extensive veggies, sauces, and topping sections. Most are free unlimited too, except for avocado and cream cheese, a small extra charge. I think I pretty much had most of the ingredients in my bowl lol. As far as sauces, you can mix if you like and I was able to sample as well. I'm a spicy chick, so he mixed up a concoction of sriracha aioli and spicy ginger. My bowl was packed with yumminess. I could have used a plate to mix up all the goodies. The eel had a slight sweetness to it and the dressings/sauce was actually not that hat spicy. My bowl was topped with wonton chips for a crispy texture. Perfectly full and happy with healthy choices made. Seating was abundant. No military discount offered. When in the area, we'll definitely be back!

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    Hula Poke - Exterior  2/2026

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    Unlimited sauce 2/2026

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    sweetgreen - Healthy Salads, Wraps, and Bowls

    sweetgreen - Healthy Salads, Wraps, and Bowls

    4.1(111 reviews)
    6.9 mi
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    I try so bad to like this place and give it another try but again it disappointed us. The staff are…read morealways so friendly and the facility is clean and spacious. Easy location next to Trader Joe's Saw the Korean BBQ chicken ad and looked great. Well.... Every. Single . Item. Was cold, hardly room temp. This has also been a problem on the past. They leave the covers open duh Paid extra for sweet potatoes that were to be hot versus their free cold version but no.... Looked like it was sitting awhile and I said that as the cover was off, but the worker said no it was fresh Rice is airy and cold Kim chi cucumber ok The chicken was cold and looked nothing like the photo, I asked several times if it was the Korean BBQ. Looked dry and they just recommended me to choose a sauce they offer for all their items They do not have white meat btw Hubby walked in reluctantly as last visit we had been served cold Salmon He promptly walked out empty handed after trying to find other options Think this is it folks. Sadly, How many tries do you give a place chances for redemption?

    This is actually my first time at sweetgreen and I like it a lot - like more than salata. I got a…read morewrap, and it was soooo big, they put so much sauce in it, and I loved how pickled and flavorful the veggies in the wrap were compared to what I've gotten at other "make your own wrap" places. Would 10000% come back again. And since it is a make your own or build your own salad bowl or wrap place, the service is super fast. I also liked how open concept and airy this restaurant was - felt like I was in LA.

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    sweetgreen - Healthy Salads, Wraps, and Bowls - Decor 7/2023

    Decor 7/2023

    sweetgreen - Healthy Salads, Wraps, and Bowls - Miso Glazed Salmon

    Miso Glazed Salmon

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    La Panadería Bakery Café

    La Panadería Bakery Café

    4.3(587 reviews)
    4.2 mi
    •$$
    Family-owned & operated
    Locally owned & operated

    Thank you Jando CM for the incredible Yelp recommendation …read more My fave place this year! It was also rated top 10 bakery Cafe according to USA today . Came on a Saturday at 2pm for some tortas . I can see why it has such good reviews.Service was so friendly and helpful. No lie .That was the best lentil soup I have ever had and I don't even like lentils.It was served perfectly hot with small bits of onion and carrots with a delicious not overly salted broth. I would drive another 3 hours just for that soup! The grilled chicken torta was sooo good . It had smashed avocado lime mash with greens and Swiss cheese. Minus the mayo for me and I could not stop eating it. The Mexican sourdough was so good that we went back and ordered 4 rolls to take home to Htown with us. Lightly toasted on outside with a soft center. Perfection! Cappuccino came out steaming hot with cute decorated heart motif. Good balance of milk and expresso. Easy to get to location with plenty of parking.Line moved fast and food came out quickly. Will absolutely return when back in town.

    I discovered this place by accident at their downtown location and immediately fell in love with…read moreit. Everything looked amazing, and so much of it is made in-house. Since this location was closer, a friend and I decided to give it a try. I ordered the Mexican Cubana with lentil soup and a Banana Nut Matcha Latte. The Cubana was absolutely out of this world. Everything about it was perfect. The lentil soup was also very good, although my friend ordered the black bean soup, and I think I might have been missing out. LOL. The sandwich and soup are definitely on the higher end price-wise, but I wouldn't let that stop you. There is plenty of value in the meal, and the sandwich is incredibly hearty. Both my friend and I had to take half of ours to go, which is something I seldom do. The Banana Nut Matcha Latte, however, was not for me. At $7.50, I expected more and would probably skip it next time. The atmosphere was very nice. They have indoor and outdoor seating; the restaurant was very clean, and even though it was extremely busy, there was still enough room to move around comfortably. They also have a coffee bar that doubles as a regular bar. Unfortunately, the customer service experience is what brought my rating down to 3 stars--and I honestly considered giving it 2.5. I understand this was a busy Saturday morning, especially with the restaurant being near a major entertainment and shopping area. We waited in a line outside, which did not bother me. The bigger issue was what happened once we got inside. Everyone enters the same line, moving first through the pastry counter--AND THE PASTRIES ARE HEAVEN!--before eventually reaching the register to order and pay. You are then given a table number and your food is delivered to you. I've been to plenty of restaurants that operate this way, but the flow here felt unnecessarily chaotic. Everyone was placed into the same line regardless of whether they were dining in, ordering food to go, or simply stopping in for pastries. I think having separate service areas or lines could help tremendously. It was also obvious that some of the staff were overwhelmed by how busy things had become. Unfortunately, that frustration seemed to spill over into some customer interactions, and a few employees came across as less than warm or welcoming. It may simply have been a difficult morning, but it definitely affected our experience. The bright spot was having the opportunity to speak with the manager on shift, Ms. Charisma. She was professional, empathetic, and genuinely listened to my concerns. She did not make excuses or try to justify what happened. She offered to compensate us for our meal, which we declined, but I truly appreciated the gesture. I wasn't looking for a free meal. I wanted another great experience that would make me excited to come back. Before this visit, I had been to the downtown location twice, and both experiences were fantastic. I had actually considered it one of the best cafes I'd found in San Antonio so far. That's why this visit was especially disappointing. I was excited to introduce a friend to a place I enjoyed so much, only to have a very different experience. Maybe it is location-dependent. Maybe it was simply the time of day or an especially difficult Saturday morning. What makes it frustrating is that the food itself was outstanding--a perfect 10/10. I was completely satisfied with my meal, but the service experience made it difficult to fully enjoy it. The location is also great, in a newer shopping center near La Cantera Resort and Six Flags. Parking wasn't terrible, although weekends can be challenging. I imagine it would be much easier during the week. Overall: Food: 5/5 Atmosphere: 5/5 Service: Needs improvement Overall: 3/5 Thank you, Ms. Charisma, for taking the time to listen and for handling the situation with professionalism and empathy. Because of that interaction, I am willing to give this location another chance.

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    La Panadería Bakery Café - Tequila Almond Croissant - a La Panadería signature item!

    Tequila Almond Croissant - a La Panadería signature item!

    La Panadería Bakery Café - Brunch served every day until 4 PM

    Brunch served every day until 4 PM

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