Their Caldo de res is wonderful!! The rice comes separately and you have a choice of flour or corn…read moretortillas. It's perfect for watching my calorie intake. The ladies are very nice. I've never eaten in but I will when I can. They serve beer and the music is nice. Restaurant is clean!

Solid food here. The flour tortillas are very good and not too heavy. Service was very fast even…read morethough they were quite busy on a Saturday morning. I'll have to come back to try the menudo. Very casual place.

Met my friend for lunch as I saw the menu recently and was intrigued, esp. for the Queen Vol au…read moreVent lunch entrée. I haven't been to a CIA restaurant since I went to the one in Napa many years ago. We arrived around noon and were seated immediately as not many people were dining there except for a party of about 8 people in one table and 2 people in a bar top table in the other room by the pastries. A couple of people came in to buy pastries to go. Kiana was our student server and explained the concept. They're only open from February til April for that particular semester and in August for another semester with students operating both front and back of house in the kitchen. The proceeds from the restaurant sales goes towards the Students' Graduating Fund to help with the costs of schooling. The students can experience serving customers and cooking. The chef has a Basque background so his menu is French-Spanish inspired according to Kiana. My friend and I thought this was a great cause! We perused the menu but I zeroed into the Queen Vol Au Vent because it reminded me of the Chicken A La King in Pastry Shells dish I used to make when we used to have big family Christmas parties. I wanted to see their version. I asked Kiana what the pastry shells were filled with since the menu says it's filled with the "Chef's choice Velouté" and she said chicken and mushrooms in a cream sauce. Perfect! My friend got the Egg Croissant & Petit Salade with a side of Bacon & Home Fries. While they were preparing our dishes, I walked up to the pastry case to see what they had to offer. They had cookies, Raisin Bread rolls, Conchas, Manchego & Sausage Scone, Alfajor Dulce de Leche, a Passion Chocolate dessert, fruit tarts, Napoleon, Baguettes and some bagged items: Palmiers, Chocolate coated Nuts and Toffee. I asked one of the chefs how much the bag of Toffee cost and she said $3.80 so I said I'll buy a bag. My friend was curious to see what they had so she also picked up a bag of Toffee. My friend also ordered a cup of brewed coffee. Our dishes came and I noticed how huge my friend's Egg Croissant looked! It was nicely laminated and the egg filling looked nice and creamy. The bacon was thickly sliced and my friend said there was a slight sweetness, perhaps maple? She gave me a piece and it was pretty tasty, meaty and wasn't greasy, nor salty. My Queen Vol Au Vent wasn't quite as big as I thought it would be but the chicken filling was ample. The Petit Salade on the side were just dry greens and wasn't a very big portion either. It could've used more dressing as it was lacking moisture. Perhaps some sliced Heirloom Cherry tomatoes would've been nice to accompany the dry pastry shell Vol Au Vent dish and add a pop of color too. When we were paying our bill, Kiana said the bagged Toffees were on the House since they just opened so we were pleasantly surprised and thankful! Another server asked my friend if she'd like more coffee or if she'd like it in a to-go cup so she took that option. I noticed the students were clearing out the pastries and bread so I asked Kiana what they did with the excess, unsold pastries? She said they take inventory, donate or throw them away except for the bread which is frozen and sold the next day. We told her we hoped it was given away since they're perfectly fine and for a good cause. There was an instructor's birthday today so the students and staff sang "Happy Birthday" by the kitchen. That was nice. We paid our bills and before leaving I used the co-ed restroom which was very clean and spacious. We sat outside so they could buss our tables and we continued talking outside. Can't wait to come back again before the semester ends!

*NOTE* The CIA Cafe is only open from February to April…read more What a lovely breakfast experience! We arrived 25 mins after they opened, and another party had just gotten seated. Although it is small, it's well-designed and well-laid out. The staff is really sweet and patient if it's your first time visiting. The breakfast croissant sandwich is the perfect amount of food, not to mention a well-balanced meal. The lamination is just proper- a buttery, flaky crunch. If you plan on getting goodies from the bakery, they can take your dine-in check and adjust the price to add those items. The variety can be a bit overwhelming but trust your gut. There's nothing terrible, since the quality of the ingredients and technique were on point. My favorite was the white chocolate pretzel cookie, so I'd like to return and try the other flavors. I love that a portion of your bill also funds the scholarship program, which makes you feel good about the entire experience.

I love finding a good neighborhood spot and Copper Rose Wine is exactly that…read more I've only been once so far, but I was honestly sold within minutes. The vibe is super cozy in that "let's sit here for hours" kind of way. My friend and I grabbed a corner couch and somehow lost track of time (in the best way.) The staff? Amazing. I'm not exactly a wine expert, and they were so patient and helpful walking me through the list and finding something i enjoyed. You can tell they genuinely care about making sure you enjoy what you're drinking. Also low key one of my favorite parts were the other patrons. Everyone there was just...nice. It had that welcoming, neighborhood feel where you don't feel out of place, even on your first visit. I noticed they do things like tasting Tuesdays, plus events and pop-ups throughout the week, which makes me even more excited to go back. I live less than 5 minutes away and had NO idea this place existed - so consider this your sign to go if you're also nearby.

I just love this space. It's cozy, everyone from staff to patrons are super friendly and welcoming…read more There's a huge assortment of wines and other beverages, including many non alcoholic offerings. They offer snacks and goodies. You really can't go wrong if you're looking for a cool vibe where you can just unwind and relax with friends.

This spot went from a cute little coffee truck to the prettiest coffee shop ever! The whole place…read moreis pink with touches of red and bows everywhere literally perfect for pictures. I tried the cherry vanilla latte and it was amazing--fresh, smooth coffee with that sweet cherry flavor that blended so well together. My husband ordered the arroz con leche latte, and it seriously tasted just like the comforting drink but with a coffee twist. The staff was great & she asked if it was our first time there & she recommending us a few of the favorite flavors which made it easier for us to choose our drinks! Such a fun, cozy, and aesthetic spot I'll definitely be back to try more flavors!

Such a cute Christian coffee truck located in the parking lot of Ignite Church! Always Coffee…read moreserves up delicious coffee and empanadas with incredible service. I tried the "Jesus Loves You" latte from their Valentine's menu, and it was absolutely delicious perfectly balanced with just the right amount of sweetness and coffee flavor. It's definitely a great spot to grab a quick coffee and an empanada while you wait. I'll be back for sure!

My girlfriend and I found this place while searching for breakfast on Apple Maps, and it turned out…read moreto be a great find. It's tucked away in the back-right corner of Fiesta at North Star, so it's easy to miss, but once you walk in, you're welcomed by a bright café with fresh bread and cookies. Mike greeted us as soon as we walked in, got us seated right away, and the service was excellent from start to finish. Everyone was friendly, and our food came out in about 10-15 minutes. I ordered the Traditional Breakfast with two eggs, bacon, refried beans, potatoes, and cheese quesadillas for only $10.95. It was easily one of the best breakfasts I've had in a long time. Everything tasted fresh, was cooked well, and the portion was more than worth the price. What surprised me the most was that we were the only customers there. With food and service this good, I expected the place to be much busier. I'll definitely be coming back, and I'd recommend it to anyone looking for a great breakfast at a really good price. Easily a 5 star.

Dulce Tradición is a hidden gem...literally not figuratively. It is located at the very back of…read moreFiesta at North Star. I stumbled across Dulce Tradición by accident as its fairly new. It has the feel a traditional Mexican panaderia from the bakery's design to the serving dishes and décor. The sweet aroma of the bakery lured me in slowly and assuredly. Fresh pan dulce filled the room...sweet breads like conchas and rosca along with traditional Mexican cookies filled the counter. The space is small, cozy and extremely inviting. I ordered a latte and the hubs cookies, of course (resident cookie monster...smile). The latte was rich with a bold, robust flavor. Everything felt freshly homemade...simple, authentic, and enjoyable to consume. It's the kind of place you go for a hot coffee, a warm pastry, and a moment to chill.

Parking is tight, but service and food are worth it! Old fashioned goodness. Why Yelp insists I…read moreramble on is beyond me.

We popped into The Hut this morning for breakfast. It's a cute little diner with counter seating…read moreand tables inside, plus a small patio with some outdoor seating. Service was super friendly and fast. Our server took our drink order, brought out the coffee and water and took our food order. The food was out in under ten minutes. Everything was delicious. The English Muffin was nicely toasted and the eggs were soft and fluffy. The hash rowns were will seasoned and toasted nicely. The pancakes were so tasty and moist. Everything was great, especially the service. I'm looking forward to it next visit!

We went here for a brunch, and the vodka pasta is so good. I also went here and got a turkey…read moresandwich and that also was good with the tortilla soup. It's in a cute older home and I have not had any food. I didn't like here. They're not open as much every day so I would take advantage of when they are open. The food comes out fast and you shouldn't have to wait that long for a table usually

Lovely lunch only spot in Old Castroville. Fabulous, scratch made food, gracious staff and owners…read moreare usually around to say hello. Nice outdoor seating in porch or patio and dog friendly (if your dog is friendly.)

Solid Mexican fare with friendly service and good prices. Went for lunch and had a good Mexican…read moreplate with enchiladas and a crispy taco and all was served hot with homemade tortillas. Would definitely recommend to my friends. Daily specials are definitely something to look for. Tea was excellent.

Great place for good Mexican food. The staff is very attentive and will keep your drinks full with…read morerefills, in my case coffee. I haven't tried anything other than the breakfast tacis, tacos, will be back to try their plates. Saw some other tables get their plates and they looked plentiful. The tacos have great flavor and are well stuffed. I had bean and cheese that were toasted perfectly to my request, the midas taco was also very good. If you want to save a little bit bring cash as they charge (as many restaurants are now doing) to use debit/ credit cards.