Our server Lilly was amazing and the food was perfect! Our new favorite spot! We're coming back…read moretomorrow to try dessert!

Exelent food , Exelent service and good price ! What else do you need ? Stomach!!! the dishes are…read morevery big jejeje Good place 100% ( the only matter is the waiting line for a table )

What a pleasant roadside surprise we experienced at Route 35 Diner…read more On the way to a South Texas Ranch, a group of 7 of us met here to have lunch one Saturday morning. It's very easy to miss while traveling down IH-35 S, because by the time you see the sign "diner", you have passed it by. Although all 7 of us have been right by this place many times over the years, this was a first time experience for the group. In fact, we all failed to realize the diner was even here, as it is also overshadowed by the adjacent service station. The consensus was this was quite the unexpected surprise and each person gave a huge thumbs up for their own meal choice. Personally, I went with the poblano chicken and it was the best I've ever had, which is saying a lot. I believe I ordered this same dish dozens of times in a 60 mile radius and what set it apart was the tasty creamy sauce on top of a very flavorful chicken. The chicken was prepared differently and not the usual stringy stands of breast meat used in other local taquerias. The other dishes from the group were street tacos, shrimp quesadillas, fajitas and even a few with breakfast entrees. We all agreed this place is now on our radar and we are all coming back. A few of the waitstaff did not speak English, which was OK, because a few in our group grew up in Mexico, so the transition was easy. It also gave that authentic feeling that we are in the right place. But please don't let the language gap discourage you because the other helpers spoke English well enough for even the gringos in our group got what they wanted. So owners of this restaurant keep doing what you are doing and if you want to be busting from the seams with business, stick a huge sign in a strategic place and be prepared for more great reviews.

I went with 3 other people ... service was questionable considering we were the only folks in…read morethere.. food was average I ordered a breakfast item and it was ok and SCREAMING hit the others ordered lunch items and all gave a fail

always impressed, the food is incredible, staff is friendly and quick service, always a 10/10read more

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!

i LOVE the decor! it's like visiting my grandmother's house,…read moremaybe her mother's mother's house. lots of depression150's era devote. chastity was our waitress. all alone but very capable. Great job with a winning person hubby got the kitchen sink taco and i got 3 item with LOTS of good coffee and i am a bit of a snob when it comes to coffee. I'm Scorpio

This is where I would go if I could only have one last meal, it's that wonderful! The lamb sliders…read moreare a MUST (trust me, I didn't know if I'd like lamb but now I crave these). And all of their pies are out of this world, but if I had to pick the best I'd say it's the buttermilk pie. Tastes better than sopapilla cheesecake!

Nice place overall. Staff friendly jenova nice and accommodating. Food is stellar so amazed…read more! Seems a crowd favorite so plan ahead. We did not and still received great service

Driving north on I-35 and luckily found this spot! Had an amazing and delicious dinner with…read morefantastic service! We were too hungry to take any pictures! Sorry about that! Started with the spinach artichoke dip - creamy, cheesy, and lots of artichokes, spinach, and mushrooms! The chips served with it were fresh, crisp, and had the perfect amount of salt! My husband and I shared our two entrees - the chicken fried pork chop and the pork chop marsala. Both were excellent! The pork was tender and juicy with each dish. And the Marsala sauce was one of the best I've tried! We wish we could have tried more items...but it would be well worth the drive to come back for another visit!

It was my first time trying Mama's Cafe, which I didn't realize is literally a hop and a skip away…read morefrom me :) ! I met a friend here yesterday for Sunday brunch. Luckily, we made reservations prior to the weekend so that we could get seated right away on a busy Sunday! I ordered "A Helluva Mess," and chose eggs sunny-side up and bacon, and also a strawberry mimosa and a creme brûlée latte to go with my entree :) ! My friend ordered the Huevos Hofbrau and a mocha latte :) ! I have to admit that it is really loud and boisterous on the weekends, much more so than I would like it to be! Because I am really soft-spoken, I would have preferred somewhere that is perhaps not as noisy. If come again, I most likely will try to come either really early in the morning when it first opens, or on a weekday during Happy Hour from 3-6 pm. Despite the noise, the host and hostess up front, as well as our waiter, were very warm and friendly :) ! I would definitely recommend this place :D ! But I just recommend making a reservation, especially for peak hours and weekends!

Our waitress was fantastic, and generally the staff was good…read more The problem was the food. Queso was clumpy, old, and burned. Chips were stale. My eggs were cold and undercooked, as were the hash browns. Pancakes were okay- fluffy with a little browning, good texture but without much flavor. My friend had the fish tacos, and said they were good. Seems to be hit or miss, so getting the kitchen up to par shouldn't take much.

i've been here many times, one of the best spots for dinner in castroville! the service was perfect…read more(attentive but also gave me the time to enjoy my dinner) so thank you dana! personally i really enjoy the spinach & artichoke dip and the raspberry carnitas for appetizers. today i tried the pecan crusted catfish which was incredible, definitely hot and fresh! i got the mash potatoes and green beans .. they both hit the spot! lastly dana recommended the crème brûlée (a new edition) and it was a fabulous end to the meal! i think it was a raspberry compote on top and i loved it, will definitely be back! also i think they recently upgraded to having a liquor license so you can get anything to drink now! and side note, dog friendly on the patio!

Food was great, our service was a little slow. We went on a Tuesday night but felt like our waiter…read moredidn't come by often.

The food was delicious. The lady that took care of us was super sweet and helped me decide on a…read moregreat plate! The portions are enormous with great flavor distribution. Would 100% recommend!

My wife and I came in for breakfast. The portions were definitely generous, although the flavors of…read morethe food were a little off for us. That honestly wasn't a major concern, though. Our server, Betty, was absolutely wonderful! She welcomed us as soon as we sat down, was very kind and attentive, and explained that there may be a longer wait because they had several large groups and were also trying out a new system. We completely understood and appreciated her communicating that with us. Unfortunately, our interaction with another employee named darrell was very disappointing. My wife politely asked him for a couple of napkins. The first time, he completely ignored her without even acknowledging that she had spoken to him. She asked again, and while still facing away from her, he responded, "I heard you the first time. I'm dealing with something." I completely understand that the restaurant was busy and that employees can become overwhelmed, but there was absolutely no reason to speak to a customer that way. Even a simple, "I heard you, give me just a moment please," would have been completely understandable. I don't know if he was having a bad day or dealing with something stressful, but customers should still be treated with basic respect. Betty and the assistant manager, on the other hand, provided amazing service and were both extremely polite and welcoming. We really appreciated them. I just hope management addresses the way darrell speaks to customers because that interaction definitely put a damper on an otherwise decent experience. My ONLY reason for the 2 stars

Abel and Armida sold to very nice people. Same great menu…read morewith a couple additions. Same old style diner. Waffles were added. Chorizo was added. Great job sisters all!!

Honest Review Rating: 2.5 / 5…read moreAtmosphere & Service: The diner has a quiet, traditional, old-school feel that caters well to an older crowd. The space is clean, and the staff was friendly, organized, and welcoming. Keep in mind that they operate on specific serving hours rather than staying open for the menu which reflects their more classic, traditional style. Food & Drinks: Unfortunately, the food fell short of expectations. The burger was decent, though minimal--served with only ketchup and no other condiments. The steak ended up being just ground meat topped with a slice of melted cheese. The fries were generic, frozen-cut style similar to what you'd get at a ballpark, and the coffee was surprisingly watered down, which was disappointing for a classic diner. Verdict: While it's a friendly and clean spot for anyone looking for simple, straightforward American that just meets the bar without any fuss, the food quality means we won't be returning.

4.5 stars! It was our first time here and it was crazy busy. The food was good and we enjoyed our…read moremeal. The servers were really nice but management was no where to be seen. Servers were having to roll silverware on the go and trying their best. They really needed help so service suffered a bit. Not the servers fault

You can never go wrong with Black Bear Diner for breakfast (I have not been there for lunch or…read moredinner yet). Their pancakes are fluffy and delicious, their eggs are eggs lol and if you choose a meat side I highly recommend the homemade Italian sausage (mild or spicy). The service is always great and the atmosphere is fun!! If you are in the area check them out!! There is also a location on Ackerman rd in San Antonio if you live in that area which is just as good!!