I have driven by La Panadería in downtown and at this spot so many times, I finally got to experience the goodness at a recent special outing with my son. Casual eatery- order at counter and pay..food will be delivered to your table. But, what did I encounter upon entering? omg their beautiful pastries, desserts, and Mexican conchas. Picked up a guava pastry for later. Ordered the Mexican Cubano torta without cheese and I thoroughly enjoyed it. I chose the birote bread- sourdough crispness on the outside with soft inside texture. This torta packed a ton o' flavor! Ham, bacon, kielbasa sausage, pickles, and bread slathered in their chipotle mustard and cilantro mayo. Delicious! I chose the house salad, rather than soup. Tummy was more than happy. For dessert, I ate the guava pastry in the evening- buttery pastry with a sweet guava jelly filling. Yum! Happy to return in the future to try other menu items : ) Lovely interior decor, indoor and outdoor seating , clean establishment. read more

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La Panadería was one of the first places I discovered when I moved to San Antonio, and it's still a spot I enjoy bringing out-of-town visitors. It is a little on the pricey side, but the lattes and bakery items are really good. They used to have a sugared donut that was my absolute favorite, but unfortunately they no longer carry it. The tortas aren't your typical Mexican torta, but they're still good in their own way. That said, I don't really come here for the main food--I come for the bakery and the café vibe. The salads are also solid if you're looking for something lighter. Service is ok. There's this one guy who usually cleans the tables and he's so friendly. I didn't catch his name but he's on it. I'll Get his name next time im there. read more

The is place is AMAZING!!! If I could give it 10 stars I would! I ate here both mornings of my business trip. The pastries and bread are all freshly baked. The Mexican tortas are the real deal! And they give you a side with them like soup, salad, or rice! Everyone is so friendly. Service is quick. Place is hopping! The fist day I was with 3 others and we split the tequila almond croissant. Killer! Ruined me forever for almond croissants. So much almond and flavor. Flaky- flaky-flaky!!! Get this! The torta was delicious too. Cut in half. I could only eat half after the delicious vegetarian lentil soup and trying the croissant and other pastry. The next day I got the torta with chorizo. Equally delicious. Also got a blueberry bear claw- amazing. I tried the orang blossom pastry/bread too. They also have juices. I got the beet the first day. Perfetto! Will definitely return here. read more

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An order then find your seat type of dining. Tres leches matcha was a 200000/10. The fideo was lacking flavor. The cubano was delicious but a bit messy. I had ordered an egg over medium but it came over easy. Very good nevertheless. My mother enjoyed her waffle croissant. Their bakery items looked delicious and were displayed in the front. We did not try this time but will be back to try. Alfonso went above and beyond to make sure our needs were met and had a great experience. We also saw he was the only employee on the dining room floor cleaning and bussing tables. Thank you Alfonso. read more

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It was a Saturday morning and super busy, but the service was okay. The sweet bread is good. I ordered a torta de pastor with pan telera. The meat didn't taste bad, but it honestly didn't taste like traditional pastor. The place is spacious, with tolerable music -- nothing too loud, so you can still have a conversation. However, a high-top table for three is pretty small. Those tables should really be limited to two people max, especially when food is involved. read more

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This was my third time visiting from California. I come here every time I visit my son in San Antonio. It's our favorite cafe and I love trying all the different pastries. The line is worth it, it's busy for a reason. We ordered our bakery items first and then our meals at the register. I came for my birthday this year so it was an extra special visit to be there with my family. We were provided a table and high chair for my granddaughter. The attention to detail and high quality service is noticed. The food is always on point. The monkey bread we got was a little over baked but still tasty. Everyone enjoyed their meal and visit. read more

La Panadería Bakery Café - Eggs Your Way (Scrambled) LP Waffle Croissant - Cafes Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

If there is ome place you go while you are in town, come here! Best concha I've ever had! The velvet with Nutella and Ferrero Roche filling was delicious! The almond tequila croissant, fantastic. But the ranchero avocado toast phenomenal! The bread was perfect and the TexMex flavors with this avocado toast make a Texas girl very happy. I also recommend the chai with vanilla and for a little extra TexMex vibe add tres leches foam. Service is friendly and the ambience is lovely. Definitely a must for brunch! read more

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Thank you to "Chino" at the bar area. You were amazing, incredible service. We know where to seat next time we come. As usual the food was delish and the black bean soup.. yummm read more

La Panadería Bakery Café - Pan dulce - Cafes Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

We had breakfast with some friends and once again we weren't dissaapointed. They have a huge selection of pastries and sweets. We had the ham, egg and cheese torta. The ham and cheese croissant and El favorito. All of our choices were excellent. We had plenty of food and we were full when we left. They also have very good coffee and lattes. I recommend trying it out read more

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In celebration of my 100th Yelp review written, I picked a special place to celebrate, La Panaderia Bakery Cafe. Short of a ticker tape parade, or balloons dropping from the ceiling & a hostess bringing out one of those giant checks to me, having breakfast here was a fabulous substitute. Luckily, we arrived before 9am on a Sunday morning and about 30 minutes before the wait grew to just beyond the front door. I'm not sure if having to pass by the window display of baked goods on the way to order while on an empty stomach, is either marketing genius or just cruel. The temptation was too great for me to resist picking up several pastries along the way. Me and the wifey went all in on our breakfast selections with the French Toast Clásico on a churro croissant and the LP Waffle Croissant, both served with eggs. The taste of the French Toast dish was short of amazing with the fresh fruit toppings to complement it nicely. The waffle was much better than the traditional American waffle in both the firm texture and taste. In my opinion, it is a strong contender to the authentic Belgium style while having its own unique flavor than the Danish cookie dough. I could eat either of these croissants any time of the day as they were that good. No meal is worth celebrating or considered complete without dessert. The Tres Leches parfait was just good enough to finish us off for the morning which also made it really tough to stay awake in church service just minutes later. Glad we experienced this restaurant for my first milestone review, as it was clean, ample tables, good service and a breakfast that I'll be anticipating to come back soon and experience. Excelente La Panaderia for a job well done and Hasta la próxima! read more

La Panadería - A San Antonio Signature Experience La Panadería has been one of our favorite spots in San Antonio for years, and for good reason. It's more than just a bakery--it's an experience that has become a signature stop for anyone visiting the city. The pastries are second to none, setting the standard for freshness, creativity, and flavor. From their legendary croissants and conchas to seasonal specialties, every bite is consistently perfect. Their coffee bar is excellent, pairing beautifully with a leisurely morning pastry or a mid-day pick-me-up. What really makes La Panadería stand out is its versatility. Whether you're in the mood for breakfast, brunch, lunch, or dinner, it's a welcoming spot for the whole family. The menu is creative yet approachable, and the atmosphere is warm and inviting. Simply put, La Panadería is a must-visit in San Antonio. Whether you're a local regular or just passing through near Six Flags, you'll find yourself wanting to come back again and again. They are opening their Fifth location near Stone Oak soon! read more

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Got there right before the line was out the door. I can see why this place is so popular! Inside is a little small but cozy. Does make you feel like you're in a cafe more than a sit down restaurant. This place you'll place your order before finding a seat. Not only do they have lots of fresh baked goods, but they have great breakfast, brunch, lunch options. Hubby and I both had the Mexican hot chocolate, all I can say about this is that it was delicious! I could've done with less whipped cream but that's me. Hubby had the tequila French toast. He loved it, but by the end he was in a sugar coma. I had the lobster eggs Benedict. Eggs were poached nice, but I prefer mine a bit more runny. Also the eggs were kinda small. The salsa and hollandaise were great compliments to the lobster. Sauces were salty and spicy and paired great with the sweet lobster. They didn't skimp on the lobster either! Both hubby and I agreed that the portion sizes are big, and we could've shared one of these and been pleasantly full. Not a big fan of how you order the food because it doesn't take a while especially if someone is just ordering pastries. Maybe they could have a to go/bakery only line then a sit down line?! Not sure but I think they could prefect the system. Cannot wait to go back and have something new! read more

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Visited La Panadería later in the day around 4:30 pm, and unfortunately most of the treats were already gone--including all of my favorites. That said, we were still able to snag a pastel de nata to share, and it didn't disappoint. It was very flaky, nicely baked, and not overly eggy, which I appreciated. While the limited selection late in the day was a downside, the quality of what we had was still solid. I'll definitely try to come earlier next time for a fuller experience. read more

La Panadería Bakery Café - Pastel de nata - Cafes Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

My first time being here. My sis in law brought me here and I have to say this place is amazing. I got the chicken sandwich and as the side lentils. We shared this dish. It was more than enough food for the both of us. The bread and dessert was bomb. I bought two different types of bread. I really wanted to try the tres leches. I was already stuffed. I will come back to try it. Our server was Alfonso, such a sweet and hard working server. He was very attentive and on point. Most amazing service I ever had at a restaurant. ***Please tip your server.*** The atmosphere is great and the place is clean. I would definitely recommend this place. I am coming back for sure soon. read more

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Amazing food, usually busy so I would be prepared for a wait and line out the door. But boy is it worth it! Best pan dulcet in San Antonio. I love their French toast. read more

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Always great food and fun vintage-type atmosphere. Service is pretty basic since you order at the counter. Always love going while in San Antonio. read more

Visiting this area, thought we'd stop in, busy and line outside that didn't take long! Ordered food and came out delicious. Ordered the Ranchero Benedict with chipotle hollandaise sauce- this you gotta try. Had the side compenchana (fideo& black been soup) would order again!!! Alfonso was attentive to our table needs, and greeted us with smiles, laughter, and quick conversation. Inside was busy, but tables not to close together so you could enjoy your food and conversation. This is a place to stop for sweet and savory food.. we will be back. read more

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The idea of the place is the only reason i have it a try. The Ambience, the vibe & the extended menu all good. However they're just selling you a dream. The baked goods aren't any good. Pre packaged snacks taste better. The Carrajillos aren't good. Everything is over priced. All the bread in the front are smushed together, not aesthetic at all. I've been to Paris, London, California& many other places that actually sell good pastries. This place is definitely at the VERY bottom. $38 for 2 breads & two drinks is robbery for the quality i'm getting. Services was a lil slow, their check out system needs to be improved. read more

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Visited this place by the airport my first time. This time I came to San Antonio I had to return but I went to the la Pantera in a new area. Both locations were great. The food, music, atmosphere, staff especially Gage who helped me with my "mistake" order with full kindness and respect. This time I had multiple orders to try. They all were good defiantly will return. read more

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My go-to place when I visit San Antonio! I wanted to come eat breakfast here before spending the rest of the day at the Six Flags nearby and it looked like everyone else wanted to come here too! There was a long line but that didn't deter me since I've been to another location of theirs before and I loved it!! This is my first time at this location. After waiting for 30 minutes in line, we got to place our orders. I think they do a really good job in presenting all these lovely, tasty-looking pastries as you inch closer to the cashier. They smell so good too. I got the monkey bread and the guava-filled Kouign Amann. My fiancé was so hungry, he took a bite of it before we actually got to pay. These pastries are great if you cannot wait any longer because the other items on the menu take some time to come out. We also ordered Matcha Latte, sunny side up, and a croissant torta. Each dish comes with a side of your choice of soup or salad. The Fideo soup is great! It has noodles inside. I actually got the sunny side up because I thought it was going to be a smaller croissant, but it actually takes up a majority of the plate! I was so full. I love the service as well! There's someone constantly checking on us to see if we're good. You have to order food before you are seated because a server will give you a post it note with the table number as you are waiting in line to order. You don't have to worry about finding a spot! They also do pickup orders. High chairs for children are available too. There's a live DJ and outdoor seating. They really do everything right and that's probably why they have four locations. The food is so delicious. I just wish Austin had this too. read more

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I came here for my birthday and Wow ! It was the best sandwich I have ever had. So many flavors and melts in your mouth. The Fideo soup blew me away. I'm not a big soup eater and this was amazing. The cookie was jaw dropping. I can't recommend this place more. We are here for a week and will be back for sure. read more

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I was admittedly a little underwhelmed. Former coffee shop and specialty tea shop barista here. I finally made the trip over to La Panadería for the first time and it was absolutely PACKED. Almost every table was full, inside and on the patio, and staff members were bustling around the restaurant cleaning tables as soon as guests left or were bringing out steaming plates of delicious looking meals. Though the guy working the pastry line looked absolutely exhausted, the cashier who took our order was so genuinely smiley and was totally on top of things. I ordered a Passion Fruit filled pastry, Sunny Side Up with Black Beans, and a sweetened Matcha Latte. The Passion Fruit Pastry was sooo delicious with light, flaky pastry and sugar crystals topping the thick and smooth sweet fruit jelly. I was super impressed with it and wish I'd ordered a few more different pastries to try. The Black Beans were super tasty as well and were some of the best black beans I've had. I cannot recommend them enough. The Sunny Side Up on the other hand tasted like something I could've had at any another breakfast place. It was very yummy, but I was expecting something with a little more of an elevated flavor profile with all of the praise I hear for La Panadería. The croissant was light and buttery, the eggs were done just right, the Swiss cheese was delicious, and the ham was fine, but it was just your average breakfast sandwich. I was also disappointed by the Matcha Latte, but more greatly so. It tasted pretty grassy and could have been sweetened a little bit more, though it was pretty smooth and was served at a good temperature. It was frustrating that the taste did not live up to the standards of the cute foam art that topped the drink. I'd like to give La Panadería another shot since the pastry was so good and people swear by this chain. I know I'll definitely try more of their pastries since I that's where they specialize, and maybe try something off the menu that's a little more niche to the restaurant. Hopefully next time my meal is a little more notable. read more

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La Panadería is one of those places that makes you proud it's in San Antonio. We came to celebrate my father-in-law's birthday and the staff went above and beyond to make it special. The service here is always incredible -- you can tell the team and owners genuinely care, and it shows in the way they treat their guests. The pastries are next level. Yes, they have the classics like conchas, orejas, and empanadas, but they also get creative -- think Abuelita chocolate conchas, tres leches croissants, and even their famous "croncha." Everything looks beautiful in the case, but more importantly, everything tastes amazing: buttery, flaky, rich, and made with so much attention to detail. Brunch is just as strong -- El Favorito on a spiral croissant is a must, and the black beans on the side seal the deal. We also tried the El Mexicano (scrambled eggs, tomato, onion, jalapeño) and it was full of flavor without being too heavy. Between the pastries, the brunch, and the way we were treated, this place has earned a permanent spot on our list. Hard-working staff, thoughtful service, and food that's worth every calorie. A true gem in San Antonio. read more

You already know La Panaderia is our staple when we visit Texas. It has such a homely vibe and the food is always amazing. Of course, this trip is no different so we had to stop in at some point. This time I got the Avocado Salad and a small cup of Fideo Soup, which I believe is the best Fideo Soup I've ever had. The noodles are always so soft and the flavor from the soup is amazing. The dressing for the salad was delicious and had a good spice to go alongside the salad. We also got a few pastries, because how could you visit La Panaderia and not get some pastries?! I got a mini chocolate Concha and the strawberry Tres Leches. The Tres Leches was so good. Super moist and the strawberries were super ripe too. Love La Panaderia and will definitely be back! read more

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More like 3.5 stars, but I got the la vegetariana on a birote and it was a good decent sandwich, no complaints but nothing special. The lentil soup I had on the side was also good and hearty. I also got one of their monkey breads to eat later and it's not a pastry I would get again. The shell with the chocolate drizzle was sweet and delicious but the rest is just plain bread that I feel needs to be paired with something else. read more

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This was my daughter and I first time here. We went on a Saturday around 3pm, after doing some back to school shopping. It was pretty packed, so we actually had to sit at the bar. The cashier was nice, the young lady serving the pastry was also very sweet. My daughter enjoyed her choice of the lobster Benedict, which I was thankful for. I however wasn't impressed with the steak and eggs, the steak was a bit dry and the bread served with it was really dry, no jelly or butter was served on the side. My macchiato was great! What I found strange was how leadership were sitting at the bar, one making the work schedule while the other had a drink. I also noticed because they pulled the cashier away to ask her about her availability. They actually did this with a few employees. Strange. I would probably come back for the pastry and coffee. We took home the tres leches croissant and a chocolate truffle cake. read more

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Good food delivered by Door Dash. I did not realise how far they are from my home, so; I will not be ordering from them again. If I am in the area, I would stop in for a meal. read more

2nd day coming to La Panadería different location. This location definitely more trendy but smaller selection of pastries. Yesterday at the Broadway location I was able to get a concha that did not have the chocolate filling( even though I was told they all have filling) , it was heaven. Today at this location Thinking the filling was a thing of the past, I brazenly ordered a pistachio concha ( she's so beautiful!) and a hot chocolate for a chilly December day. The pistachio beauty not only had a thick piece of semi soft chocolate in the center but also a cream filling ( I figured pistachio since it had a slight green tinge but you do not taste pistachio ) had been injected on both sides. I'm not a fan of messing with concha perfection. The staff at this location is not as friendly . The woman at the counter had to wrap the previous customers purchases ( they do a great job of twirling a concha in plastic wrap) but she made no eye contact or "hey I'll be with you in a bit". So maybe they were short staffed. The hot chocolate was not as hot , they were generous with the whipped topping. And a straw, why a straw ? coming to La panaderia is my guilty pleasure , but I'm saddened knowing LaPanaderia is not my go to for conchas. read more

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When we drove by and noticed there wasn't a huge line already waiting outside, we changed our breakfast plans immediately. So glad we did! The line moved efficiently, so many delicious pastries to choose from! We shared a breakfast sandwich so we could have room to try more than one pastry! The sandwich came with a bowl of fideo which was nice. They do rosca de Reyes was better than it looked! I thought it looked dry but it was nice and soft and delicious. I've always wanted to make Kouign-amann but was hesitant to make something I'd never actually tasted. This was delicious, and gives me more confidence in trying to make it myself. The inside was cute and very clean. The staff constantly checked on guests for any needs or extras. It's been a long, long while since I read that they were planning to turn the old Brickhouse Tavern on 1604 into another location, but it doesn't look like there's been any movement there. This would be much closer to me, and I can only imagine how much time (and money) we'd spend there! read more

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Was in the area and decided to give this place a try. We had the club sandwich and the carnitas sandwich on croissant. Both had the black bean soup which was really good. Club sandwich was very tasty and the carnitas sandwich had a slaw on it which was good but I think pickled red onions would have made it better. It's not their fault but I only gave it four stars because hard to get a table to sit and eat because a lot of lingerers there using their WiFi taking up space for people wanting to eat. read more

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Second time trying this bakery / cafe and every item purchased was great! My husband loved their green concha with Nutella filling last time we came so we got another as well as a chocolate croissant and this time we also tried their breakfast items. We got the sunny side up sandwhich and bacon , scrambled egg and cheese sandwich both are served on croissants and they were very good and filling. You could definitely share one sandwich. Now to the coffees, I went with the go to iced vanilla latte which was delicious best coffee I've had in San Antonio so far and my husband tried the Dubai chocolate latte which he also liked. Definitely recommend this place , the quality was great I will say the prices are a little higher than average and there was a wait so check out menu ahead of time and place to go order if you're not planning to eat there. I love the decor and looks like they try to accommodate the customers as much as possible. read more

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It's clear that La Panaderia has a massive following in San Antonio, as the line remained long out the door on a Monday morning! We planned to try a few hot entrees, but when waiting in line to order, we were drawn to the gorgeous pastries lined up along the counter and opted for several of those. The Nutella croissant muffin was our favorite of the bunch. I also ordered the ham and cheese sunny side up croissant breakfast sandwich, which was my favorite item of the morning. read more

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La Panaderia currently has 4 locations in San Antonio. This one at La Cantera is in a plaza across from the Six Flags parking lot. Parking is generally not really an issue. Is there a line out the door? Check. Do they entice you with their bakery items while you are in line waiting to get to the register to place your order? Check. Do they have the same bicyclist mural on the wall by the bathrooms selling bread? Check. Interestingly, those in the know will realize the long line outside is for people who wish to eat inside. If you ordering to go or getting or picking up food, the staff encourages you to head on inside. Otherwise, their staff does a great job with controlling entry into the restaurant--only when they just know there will be a free table with enough seating for your party will they let you in and write down a table number for you. So kudos for their organization in that regard. Menus are handed out while you wait in line. This location also boasts a bakery menu posted above their bakery section, which is helpful for those who've come here for the first time, with descriptions of each item. We grabbed some bakery items and also proceeded to order a Carnitas Torta with Lentil Soup, and a Pepito sandwich. The bread had great crunch. But the version of Carnitas received was excessively salty, and therefore not that enjoyable. The Pepitos sandwich was much better balanced, with a great crunch. The Lentil Soup was comforting and wholesome. It's nice to have a dependable meal option in the area, I would plan on dropping by if I happen to be in the area again. read more

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Busy place but well worth the wait. The variety of Mexican breads and sweets was amazing and they do it all well. The filled conchas were amazing as well as the pan de muerto. We also tried the ranchero benedict with the smoked pork that probably had the perfectly cooked poached egg. 5 out of 5! The fideo soup has carrots and squash in it and makes it a little thicker - I usually like mine more of a broth, but it was still very good. Our server, Alfonso, had such a tremendous spirit and work ethic. He was great! The line moves fairly quickly and they are good to keep people from holding a table before ordering. Wait in line, order, take a number, and then they'll seat you. It's the most fair way and keeps things orderly. Sure wish there was one up in North Texas. read more

Loved the tree leches croissant and fiesta lobster roll, the flavors were so on point. Sunday morning was pretty packed so had to do a take out. Will have to return whenever I'm in San Antonio. read more

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La Panadería is hands down the best place for Mexican bread in San Antonio! The selection is amazing, and every item we tried was soft, fresh, and full of flavor. It's definitely worth the hype.While it does get busy, don't let that deter you. The line moves quickly, and the staff does an excellent job of keeping things running smoothly. They're incredibly accommodating to the large crowd, making sure everyone is seated in a timely fashion and attended to with a smile. It's clear they know how to handle the rush without sacrificing service. If you're in San Antonio and craving authentic Mexican panadería treats, this is the place to go. It's absolutely worth the wait! read more

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The pastries: amazing. The breakfast: amazing. The service: amazing. It might have some competition in the city, but it still stands out on its own with its conchas alone. Don't hesitate to give this place a go. read more

This is one of my most favorite brunch spots in san antonio! I recommend it to everyone I might and always take my family when they come to visit! The food is great and the pan is amazing! Even despite the long line on the weekends I think it is definitely worth the wait! read more

Great atmosphere with a lot of energy. The service is friendly and the selections are vast and lovely. I visited for brunch and everything was delicious. It is a little pricey, so be prepared and the eggs might get a little cold by the time they make it to your table however, it doesn't take from the great experience and the tasty dishes we received. The bacon was crispy. The potatoes were seasoned well and the eggs were delicious. read more

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5/5 - Absolutely Incredible Experience! La Panadería blew us away! We practically ate half the menu and every single thing we tried was amazing. The quality, flavor, and freshness were next level -- you can tell everything is crafted with real love and skill. A huge shoutout to Orlando and Chino, who went above and beyond with their recommendations. They were incredibly friendly, helpful, and made us feel genuinely welcome. It was a pleasure meeting them. In fact, the entire staff was warm, kind, and very accommodating -- rare these days and very appreciated. The bakery is kid-friendly and has a peaceful outdoor alfresco dining area that our kids absolutely loved. It made the whole experience relaxed and enjoyable for the whole family. And for the amount and quality of food you get, the value is excellent -- very affordable. We will definitely be returning. Highly recommended! read more