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    Jo's Cafe

    4.1 (179 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 5:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Good for working

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    Rosalinda A.

    Grab a booth quick!! Or sit outside. Order by standing in line. Large menu & breakfast all day. Husband ordered pancake plate and daughter ordered grill cheese. All delish! It can be crowded but don't let that intimidate you.

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    Mya ..

    * Inside of Jo's Cafe is quite small, I'd say about the size of a two bed apartment in San Marcos, yet does get the job done. *The barista does yell loud so if you're looking for more of a library style quiet bar, I wouldn't recommend. Also the small size of the place, makes the noises extra loud. You'll be able to hear someone's detailed conversation... Not my vibe but if you like to eavesdrop this is the place! *People are in and out ordering coffee and matcha. The matcha is sweetened already so no need to add vanilla syrup into the mix. A large (20oz) iced matcha comes in a tall Togo cup. *Great spot for reading a book outside on the patio. Sun cover is present. *Free water and plastic cups are available by the entrance door. Water is great to have access to yourself inside of going up to the counter continuously for a refill please.

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    Taylor G.

    We visited Jo's Cafe for the first time recently and were more than pleasantly surprised. We weren't exactly sure what to expect, but it was lovely! Counter ordering/pick up with tons of seating (indoor and outdoor) and great prices. The person at the cash register was really nice considering there was a HUGE line behind us, plus the barista complimented my dress! The setup feels quaint and homey. We sat in the most beautiful little corner with bay windows. The food is super simple, but really good! We each got one of the breakfast plates and left full and happy!

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    Billy H.

    Looking for a coffee shop? Look no further! Food: They have a good selection of food and coffee here. Everything is great and the menu is not overwhelming. It's a good spot to come and get what you need then relax. Service: Love the staff here. Always give great recommendations and super nice. Ambience: The location is great. Nice and calm with a home style feel. Great spot to sit and get some work done. I wish they had some better mosquito control and please add outdoor fans but still good outdoor spots. Love this place so much. Great spot to ride my motorcycle to and get a great coffee. Can't recommend this place more! Enjoy

    Ana A.

    A small little food/coffee cafe. You'll walk inside and place your order. They have limited seating inside and tables outside for seating as well. They have a few options for food. I got the breakfast burrito. I do like how your able to pick what you want in it from their choices. I believe you can pick up to 4 or 5 breakfasts items. It was a good sized burrito and very filling. They also have a variety of coffee flavors/drinks. I'll be honest when I say that I was expecting a little more of their coffee but it wasn't bad. Its served in little foam cups. Decently priced. You clean up after yourself. You'll throw your trash away and place your dishes in a bin. Nothing fancy. It was a cool spot to try once being that we were coming from SA.

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    Shaili B.

    We were tired of the free hotel breakfast so we looked for a breakfast place open on New Year's Day, I found this place through Yelp and it looked like it had good reviews. We called just before to make sure they were open and then went around 10am. The parking lot was empty which is always a perk. I got the vegetarian tacos - as someone who doesn't eat egg and is a vegetarian it's rough for me to find something but This place had food! I also got iced chai tea. The tacos weren't flavored too well but this place was a cute coffee shop.

    Warren R.

    Came in because of the chorizo breakfast taco reviews I ordered 3 tacos and have to say WOW! The chorizo was perfectly cooked, the flour tortillas were fresh and the egg with potatoes made my choice excellent. If you need a really great, quick, tasty taco you should hit this place up. Jo's sits on a nice little side street in San Marcos so you don't feel rushed to eat and scram. The staff is super cool so remember to say hello!

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    Ella H.

    Awesome. I only discovered this place on Monday! How have I gone so long without knowing Jo's is here? May it's because they desperately need to update their online presence! This is a hidden gem. It's surrounded by leafy trees and there's a cute patio. The coffees are perfect. I will absolutely be back for breakfast!

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    5 months ago

    Love this place. I just don't love that the prices aren't available next to the menu items, they just surprise you at checkout lol

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    6 months ago

    Awesome experience, quaint local place with excellent food! Takes a second for food to come out but the food is definitely worth the wait.

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    1 year ago

    Good coffee and pleasant outdoor seating. The staff was friendly and efficient. Love the ambience. Nice outdoor seating.

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    The food and coffee is great and the spot is cute! But the price is very high for what you get!

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    First time eating at this place. It's very nice and quint. I ordered the pancake plate and it was so yum. Pancakes were pretty big.

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    2 years ago

    Best coffee in San Marcos. They have a ton of options. Great hospitality. Their french toast has is definitely a favorite.

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    3 years ago

    My favorite coffee shop in SM! I love their coffee, their taco bowls, and their pancakes! They have real maple syrup and real butter too!

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    I got the breakfast sandwich and it was so delicious and tasted super homemade. Service was fast and vibe is cute

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    2 years ago

    The coffee was outstanding! I also had the BLT and it was terrific as well. I will definitely be back when I get back to San Marcos!!

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    I've lived in San Marcos for 15 years and I have tried many a coffee shops here, but can safely say…read morethis is THE coffee shop that I have been looking for all these years. You can tell right off the bat that the owners care about the quality of their products and service. The space itself is very welcoming and full of natural lighting and real plants. The products they carry are high-quality, and they even sell their own brand of roasted coffee called Bluebonnet Roasting Co. But that's not the real impressive part of it all. The best part is that their coffee is smooth and doesn't taste burnt or bitter or need tons of sugar and cream to mask the bitter coffee flavor. The coffee shines on its own. My favorite coffee bean is the Fairview Blend for espressos, but basically anything they brew is exceptional. I will only buy coffee here and am converted to buying their beans as well. The miso caramel latte has a very subtle and not-too-sweet flavor that suits my Asian tastebuds. Iykyk. The caramel dirty chai is also really good and satisfies a sweet craving. However, my favorite is the pour over, which really lets their coffee shine. The Americano is a close second for sure. You can tell that they take pride and are passionate about the quality of their coffee. They also are all very friendly and happy to answer questions you may have. The food here is exceptional as well. The biscuits they serve on Fridays and Saturdays...don't get me started. They're buttery, flakey, and the homemade jams are so good! Their focaccia bread sandwiches are amazing. The breakfast focaccia sandwich with thick cut bacon is my favorite so far. I normally only make coffee at home since I'm very picky when it comes to coffee, but since I've been introduced to this place, I have had to go at least once a week for my Fairview fix. Check it out. You won't be disappointed.

    The fairview serves some high quality coffee (blue bonnet) in some inventive packages. The packages…read morebeing lattes and cold brews. Theor seasonal menu is amazing and i stuck to it both visits here. For example a miso infused latte foam? It worked. Boy did it work. The orange flavored cold foam drink came with orange zest on top for an added punch and aesthetic. The store is awesome too. Big and bright windows looking towards a foresty park and easy parking to boot. I spent some time speaking with the manager (maybe yhe owner) and they were really nice and definitely coffee people. I don't live around here but will make it a point to stop in every time i visit the area. Truly a spectacular little coffe house.

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    I frequently have the coffee here, and it's honestly their stand-out signature item. It's got the…read morerich depth of a medium roast coffee, and in addition, the coffee is wood roasted. The wood roasting lends wonderful smokey notes to the flavor of the coffee in an excellent balance. I've had mostly their butter croissant, almond croissant, and pain au chocolat, and all three are wonderfully flaky, rich, and moist. They're a great addition to excellent coffee. Service is likewise quite friendly. The only downside is that they don't take cash. All told, though, great coffee, great pastries, and great service make an absolutely winning combination.

    I don't normally get my coffee from summer moon but my family member recommended I try their…read moreseasonal strawberry latte. When I walked into this location to pick up an online order, a girl behind the counter just looked at me and didn't say anything or greet me. I picked up my coffee and waited a few minutes for the pastries. Another girl came up and asked if the pastries were mine. I said yes and asked her (after trying the latte) if there was any strawberry in the latte because it only tasted like cinnamon which I don't like. She said there was strawberry and cinnamon in it and left it at that. Didn't offer to replace the drink, didn't thank me or any other customer for coming in. Overall, the latte was gross and the customer service was terrible. I do not recommend this location at all. I went back to look to see if it mentioned cinnamon when ordering and it did not. Maybe the cinnamon is in the moon milk? Either way, I should have been offered a replacement.

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