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I haven't been here in 25 years and it's still the same (delicious and very fair priced). I had the Juarez combo - two enchiladas hard beef taco and a beef tostada for $8.49! What! I was visiting here often when I was a college student at Texas State... It's still so affordable and delicious. Let me tell you, I generally judge Tex Mex place by their salsa and this one is a winner. It definitely has a kick to it. I recommend Manas for sure Be sure to check the hours as the owner was saying he's closed a few days a week. read more

Mana's Restaurant - Amazing salsa. Pretty hot! - Mexican Near Me - San Marcos, Texas

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Solid Tex-Mex with a casual, hometown style that is very inviting. It is liking visiting your best friend's aunt's house who insists that she feeds you because you're too thin. The service was spot on and the lunch portions are plentiful, especially for the price. And those To Go specials are killer. Can't wait to try those trays out for our next game night. read more

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This is an old school family restaurant. It's like eating in someone's home. Service was great, food delicious, and prices are super reasonable! The salsa actually had a kick to it which is excellent. It's situated in a neighborhood. Parking is available in a small parking lot out front. The owner who rang us up was saying he has been working in the restaurant since he was a little boy. Love that it's a family affair! read more

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Dawn J.

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Stopped in Mana's on a roadtrip through Texas based on Yelp reviews and we were not disappointed. The enchilada verdes, salsa and guacamole were all delicious. In fact, we liked the salsa so much we purchased a jar to take with us. The food was served very quickly and was just what we needed on a cool, rainy day. Our server was helpful, attentive and personable. Note that this is a BYOB restaurant (something we don't have in our state). One of the reasons Yelp is so valuable to me is being able to stop in family operated restaurants off the beaten track, which we never would have found on our own. read more

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We weren't sure if we would make it before closing so we called our order in. We got there about five minutes before closing and told them how we used to eat here as kids. They asked if we wanted to eat there instead. We agreed and they seated us and brought us warm chips and salsa and two Topo Chicos. We had ordered two orders of guacamole enchiladas (one to eat now and one for later) and a Mana's Special (combination platter). Everything was as good as it was 20+ years ago. Will eat here again any time that I can! read more

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Great food! Definitely a must try !!! Beef enchilada meal and other plates as well !

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Suzanne W.

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Mana's has been my daughter's and my go-to Tx-Mex restaurant for nearly 30 years. Guess that shows how much we like it!

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Food is always fresh and delicious!!! Hot sauce to die for. We've been going for 25 years, maybe longer. Just gets better and better! read more

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Sharri B.

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Frequent customer because this is a local treasure! Reasonable prices and very tasty food. Freshest guacamole ever!!

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interior is nice for a small establishment like that, waiters are friendly, tacos were really nice but enchiladas seemed to be made with nacho cheese so if you're into that kinda thing this is a place to check out. read more

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Rondal H.

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Absolutely the worst non service and being ignored that I have ever experienced in my seventy one years. I got the distinct impression that white people are not given the same consideration as Hispanics after the two tables seated after us were able to place their orders before we could get anyone to take our order. I dropped a ten dollar bill on the table to cover the two teas and chips and salsa. That is the last money you will ever get out of me. read more

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Monica M.

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Always enjoy the Cafe Ranchera with white cheese and FF! Owner walks tables to check on everyone. Already knows my order by the time I walk in read more

Mana's Restaurant - CFS Ranchera with French Fries. - Mexican Near Me - San Marcos, Texas

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We just found this gem today thanks to Yelp and I believe we have a new favorite! I absolutely love American cheese enchiladas and since moving to Luling from the Austin area have not found anywhere close to home that comes close to Enchiladas Y Mas until now! The restaurant is small but very cute and clean. Staff is excellent and I love that it is a family run small business and we are supporting locals! We will be back soon! Cheese enchiladas with chili gravy were amazing, queso was very good too! Only thing missing is a margarita but I'm okay with that too!! Well done Mana's!! I can see why you have been there for 49 years! read more

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Roy Y.

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The best Mexican food in paradise city 78666 SMTX. Employees are awesome and down to earth customers

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Monica D.

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The service was quick and very friendly. The food came out fresh, piping hot and was delicious! Plenty of seating and every diner was enjoying their food and the place was lively with conversation. It was our first visit and we will be back! read more

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Robert M.

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Loved this hole in the wall Mexican restaurant. Outside it looks rough. Inside it looks loved. The chips were nice and chunky. The salsa had a great kick. This wasn't mild, but it was great. The queso was amongst the best I have had. I ordered the Chicken Mole but about half way thru the wait was informed they ran out of Mole sauce. Would have liked to have known that earlier, but this is way too small of a spot to have everything in quantity. Instead I ordered the taco plate. Next time, I'll just order three tacos. The tacos were the best I've had in a LONG time. I went all over New Braunfels looking for the best taqueria and this would definitely rate amongst the best. The rice was above average, but the refried beans were terrible. They really need a new supplier or recipe on this one. I'd go again and maybe try the mole or tamales but definitely the tacos are a go to item. read more

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Ruby D.

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Best horchata I've had at a restaurant! Service was okay, food was great!! I got the Mexican lunch (carne guisada) and I'd definitely recommend! read more

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Randy L.

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I've been eating here since 1996 and it's always been great food and super reasonably priced. Love their fajitas, enchiladas and awesome hot sauce. It's a hole in the wall but that's what I like in a Mexican restaurant. Great lunch specials too. read more

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Lily D.

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Mediocre mexican food. If you're in search of an authentic taste, i'd look elsewhere.

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Herbe G.

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Great service, but the place really needs maintenance. Cleanliness is really expected in a restaurant. This is exactly how I imagine toilets in Mexican prisons. read more

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Sherri W.

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This place is an absolute institution. So much has changed in San Marcos, but this place is still good and still BYOB.

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Brad M.

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Great food and service. A++ It was very fresh and hot. Perfect at home atmosphere. Try the Tortilla soup. Best I've ever had! read more

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Nancy G.

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Great food for a great price! I have been driving to San Marcos for over 30 years just to have loaded nachos and enchiladas..yummy! Prior to that, I came with my family and then while I was in college. There is a reason why Mana's has been around for so long. The atmosphere is not the best, but it is always clean. My husband likes the fajitas, but I can't get enough of the enchiladas! read more

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Kaela O.

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When driving up wasn't too sure about, but when we popped in this place, smelled phenomenal! I was sure proven wrong. So glad we tried this place. Amazing food! & amazing salsa! Definitely recommend stopping by when around! read more

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Iris F.

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It's literally a house! A hidden gem. Very clean and very cozy. Real authentic Mexican food and service was great. The chile con queso is a must! read more

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Raul M.

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Good food, I really like the hamburgers and chicken fried steak. Hidden spot in a neighborhood. Menudo is amazing

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In my college days, this was a great place to get a cheap diinner late after a night with friends. In my older and wiser days, I wonder what was wrong with me back then. This is a restaurant in a mobile home, so ambience is negligible to say the least. It's basic Tex-Mex. So long as you prefer quantity to quality, you're in good shape. The enchiladas are the best of the lot, but you may be better off in the frozen section at HEB depending on the day and time you visit. The migas are absolutely wretched, badly scrambled eggs with tortilla strips and Velveeta and tomatoes on top. I can usually troop through anything, but I left these mostly on the plate. I like the people who work here; it's just that there's better quality and equally affordable Tex-Mex in town. read more

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Brian S.

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Don't judge a book by its cover. This place may not be located in the Taj Mahal, but the food is incredible! $7 lunch specials here that will feed the hungriest of people. The salsa is amazing and has just the right amount of heat. My husband loved the queso so much he had to order more with his meal. It's worth driving just a little further off the highway, literally just a few more blocks. Thanks for the great meal while we were visiting San Marcos. We will plan our next trip through so that we can be back here for lunch or dinner! read more

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Super lunch special. We each had the Juarez Combination. They only charged an extra $1 to add beans and rice to an already filling plate. Ice tea (which actually tasted like tea) included. The food was very good. Crispy taco with flavorful meat. Enchiladas good. Chalupa loaded and had really tasty tomatoes. One star off for the chips and salsa. While ok, they weren't impressive One star back for the HOT FRESH HOMEMADE tortillas. We were impressed by the service. A single person, serving, bussing, cashiering...and all with a smile. She refilled the tea, brought tortillas, and no mess ups on the ordering. I will definitely go back! read more

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Sharon C.

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We have been eating at Manas since 1976 when they opened. Great food!!! Friendly service!! Good home cooked Tex-Mex.

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Bud T.

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4 years ago

Had not eaten here in many years. As good as I remembered it. Had the combo plate lunch special. Lots of great food for little money. I am cripple and struggled to get in. Everyone rushed to help me then got a wheelchair to get me back after lunch. Great people serving great food at great prices. HIGHLY recommend even if it's a little out of the way. read more

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Willie M.

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Worth the search. One of three very good San Marcos Mexican places and, by far, the funkiest. My sole complaint was taco meat that was WAY too salty. Other items were not noticeably salty. TexMex all the way. Beans and rice with enchiladas, chalupas, tamales, tacos, etc. Very good flour tortillas and salsa rojo. read more

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Great Lunch Specials! This place is definitely Hidden but worth the drive to check it out! A cool thing to note is that its BYOB, so if you come on Thursday for 1/2 Price College Night, you can bring a 12pk in with you! Generous portions are served so bring your Appetite! read more

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Randy K.

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Not a easy place to find but we'll worth effort . Prices are fair and taste is great will definitely go back to try different menu items

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It's BYOB! What more do you want!? No like for real, what more do yoy want? Side note: the food is really good, it's like a cross between my old Mexican grandma (hands down best cook in the game, doin it big since 35) and Rachael Ray, and a lil kick of a crazy drunk uncle.. and if that uncle was Guy Fieri. And again it's BYOB! 1 to 10, 10 being the best place I've ever eaten at.. its a easy 9.4. I would give it a 10 but my day one, Juses Christ wasn't the cook. And we all know homie can make water to wine. read more

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Alex D.

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It is a comfort to know this place is still around with all the great restaurants from the fun times of my 20s quickly closing.The food is fantastic and identical to what I had back in university days. They may have opened in the 1970s from what I remember. I have never been able to find any Tex-Mex in Austin that I enjoy as much Manas. Get it while you can folks! read more

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Christine W.

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This restaurant is NOT handicap assessable. When I asked the owner if he had some way for us to get the wheelchair inside he simply said "no". I told him it was required and he ignored me. I questioned him again & he got very pissy. After being seated (we finally got wheelchair over the huge entrance) he refused r serve us and said we needed to leave as he didn't have to take our crap... read more

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Carrie M.

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Amazing food. It's everything a truly good Mexican food restaurant should be. Love this place, the atmosphere, the fact that it's hidden away so the locals can enjoy it, but still tell the outsiders to "Go here! It's great!" read more

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Queen E.

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Isn't as good as I remembered it. No upscale on the interior of the restaurant. Food is ok. The rice was mushy, the beans didn't have a lot of flavor and the flour tortillas were bland but soft. My biggest complaint would be the waitress had her child there and she cried and cried. No baby sitter I guess? read more

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One of the greatest rewards of dining at a family owned restaurant is going in and being recognized, greeted and properly seated! Mana's has been our family's choice for as far as I can remember. We love the service, the atmosphere and the food. Their chips are so delicious and the salsa is great! There's something about dining here that gives you a sense of trust. You always see the same friendly faces and there is hardly ever a problem. If there is, they are quick to respond! The dining area is a little small but I like it! It feels like home and is very comfortable. The tables are neatly arranged and utilize the space well, giving each person room to eat and chat. The service is fast even when the small restaurant is packed, which is all the time! Even though Mana's is very popular and there is always a crowd, we have never had to wait to be seated, even for dinner! The food is delicious. They have a variety of different Mexican dishes at very reasonable prices. The orders are quick to get in and out making the waiting time less than 15 minutes (lunchtime). Dinnertime less than 30 minutes. Mana's is located in a neighborhood and can be difficult to find. Definitely worth Google's mapping! The parking is small but it allows for a number of vehicles to comfortably fit. Usually when the parking is full, we know it is "rush hour" and come back a little later but we have managed to time our dining around these hours. It's worth it. If you're looking for a friendly atmosphere, fast service and affordable dining....this is your kind of place to eat at. I believe they stay open until 2:00 am, last time I checked. makes for a good midnight snack...chips and salsa! read more

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More info about Mana's Restaurant

807 Alabama St
San Marcos, TX 78666
Directions
(512) 392-4068
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Hours

What time does Mana's Restaurant open?

Mana's Restaurant opens at 11:00 AM on Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Mana's Restaurant close?

Mana's Restaurant is closed on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday.Mana's Restaurant closes at 8:00 PM on Thursday, Friday and Saturday.Mana's Restaurant closes at 5:00 PM on Sunday.

Mon-Wed ClosedThu-Sat 11:00 AM - 8:00 PMSun 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Mana's Restaurant take credit cards?

Yes, Mana's Restaurant takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Mana's Restaurant have catering options?

Yes, Mana's Restaurant does have catering options.

Does Mana's Restaurant serve alcohol?

No, Mana's Restaurant does not serve alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does Mana's Restaurant have TVs?

Yes, Mana's Restaurant has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Mana's Restaurant have bike parking?

Yes, Mana's Restaurant has bike parking.

Does Mana's Restaurant have outdoor seating?

No, Mana's Restaurant does not have outdoor seating options.

Does Mana's Restaurant have parking?

Yes, Mana's Restaurant has parking options. Private Lot Parking, Validated Parking

Other Amenities

Does Mana's Restaurant have free WiFi?

No, Mana's Restaurant does not have free WiFi.

From the Business

Specialties

home-cook Mexican food.

History

Established in 1976.

parents open the doors to manas back in 1976. family operated then and still is by same family, still the same methods of cooking-homecooking.

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1.1 mi

Sooo goood. I'll be eating here a lot. El Pastor tacos - loved them and charro beans 5/5read more

Service was spectacular. You pull into the lot and the food truck is in full swing. The staff comes…read moreto your car with menus but you also have the option to sit and eat at their picnic tables. We chose to sit outside and order a variety of tacos- they are small street tacos. You get to choose from chicken, carnitas, bistek, and more. We ordered the tacos as specials which means they come with queso fresco and avocado. We also ordered an agua fresca - lemon water and it was so good. The only item I would not recommend that I ordered is the elote (corn in a cup) . It was cold and had so much lemon in it. Overall I recommend making the trip. The place is fun and vibrant and I love that you can sit out in the open and enjoy the sunshine or the option to eat in your car. The staff checks in on you often to make sure you have everything you need including salsas or napkins. The price was 4 tacos for $9.50. Drinks and sides are sold separate. The menu also includes a lot of other options so visit if you can!

Food truck

Taquitos with avocado, cheese and lengua

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Food Truck

Jorge’s Mexican Restaurant

3.9(73 reviews)

1.8 mi

Great service. Love their queso with beef--a must have. Great drinks. Appreciate that the DJ is…read morestarting much later. It's a very live/loud environment with all the tile and hard surfaces. Noisy.

Our server was rude and could not get our order right. When we ask to correct he had the look on…read morehis face the wasn't polite. I don't understand if u don't like ur job find another one.

Seating area

Chicken fajita plate.

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Taqueria El Taco Feliz

4.6(14 reviews)

0.6 mi

Enchiladas were good, salsas were nice, service was good…read more Authentic! Only thing I didn't like was no beer or margaritas. Inexpensive!

Solid, simple, fresh food. The chicken mole was good as was the fresh guacamole and chips. They had…read morea nice selection of aqua fresca. I went for the piña and it was delish. No desserts unfortunately.

Chilaquiles

Taquitos

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Breakfast sandwich

Toma Taco

4.2(123 reviews)

0.8 mi

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Eileen M. is onto something. She urged us to give this place a look and today we did…read more Probably the best Mexican food I've had outside our hometown and outside of San Antonio, cause bruhhh, pinche Austin's mexican food nomas no guey. San Martians have incredible gem here. We had the breakfast barbacoa and pork chop plates plus a lengua taco. First, the lengua taco came out on warm corn tortillas, and the lemgua was tender and in sliced bite siced chunks. By itself, it was pretty good - with ANY of their salsas, even better. The wife had the barbacoa taco plate: barbacoa was all meat, great tasting but not greasy. I had the pork chop plate and I i must say, it's one of the most flavorful and juicy pork chops I've had. Both the barbacoa and pork chop plate came with delicious refreid beans that had tons of flavor. The other side that came with the plates were potatoes. Therese were freshly made, soft and pillowy and nicely seasoned. You know how you know your food is os perfect? When you dont have to add salt or pepper and here, this was the case here. And let's not skip over their homemade salsa. There's at least 8 homemade salsas of varying flavors and heat level. All are outstanding and you should try them all. Even their hottest ones have so much flavor you'll want more even though your mouth may be on fire. Heat and flavor - they've perfected each and every one of their salsas. Super impressed with todays breakfast as we'd been longong for some great Mexican breakfast plates. Wont be traveling to San Antonio for breakfast anymore - thanks for saving us a trip Toma Taco!

Why the heck haven't I been here sooner? Straightforward, solid grub…read more 6.99 pancake plate includes some thin sliced ham and an egg cooked your way. I was surprised at the heft of that beautiful pancake, this was more than I expected. 13.24 barbacoa plate had a decent scoop of meat--good flavor, not excessively greasy. Beans, potatoes, eggs, and a tortilla of my choice were all pleasing. Paid 50c to add avocado. Description on Yelp menu said the eggs would be scrambled but the picture showed fried. I wasn't given an option how I wanted my eggs, and was happy as a clam when they showed up over easy. Yelp routed the order through Grubhub and it showed up correct and on time. They included two shots each of butter, pancake syrup, hot sauce, and two packs of flatware without my requesting anything. Either of these are a great start to the day; we will be back.

Various salsas from their salsa bar

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Lengua taco

Patio Dolcetto

4.6(159 reviews)

0.7 mi

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My friend and I came in here last weekend for some late night drinks. We were happy that the…read morekitchen was still open at 11! I had tried one of their pizzas, which was really just a flatbread. It was ok, nothing really special. It felt like it was just heated up and not made fresh. The couple next to us had a cheese plate which looked really good! I wish I got that lol! I had their blood orange martini cocktail and it was great. I wish it was a little more tart, but good overall! The vibes are very cute and I'm sure the patio would be great during the day. The bartender was super friendly and was super sweet when we asked her to grab a pic of us! I think it would be a good spot for a cheese plate and a glass of wine and I would go more in that direction when dining here!

Ordered the Bacon Apple Brie pizza, the Baked Brie with pecans and honey as well as apple slices…read moreand a blackberry mead cocktail - everything was phenomenal! The flavors paired perfectly together and the service was great! This place knows what it's doing and does it so well! I'm not from the area, but I will be back!