Nice space for parties, great folks that run the place, they work with your needs: birthdays,…read moreweddings, showers, graduation, anniversaries, any kind of special event. Decorations & lighting are very pretty. They allow outside caterers, Bill Miller's, Grady's, & many others. They serve beer & wine, too. They have a nice space with an area for a band, sign-in table for guests, gift table, area for caterers, etc. Plenty of parking next door at her daughter's shop. Old Helotes Inn is a great place to hold a special event & is reasonably priced compared to other venues. I'm looking forward to our Birthday Bash!!!

I really enjoyed my event here. I liked how there were two areas separating the event. It felt like…read morethere was plenty of space and it was a very comfortable setting to talk to friends and family.

The single full star goes to the owner, the prior manager, and the beautiful venue itself--the very…read morepeople and place that made us fall in love with The Gardens at Old Town Helotes in the first place. Every other part of this review is a full-on warning about the new management company, Bluebonnet Events, and how their mismanagement, poor communication, and disregard for agreements ruined our wedding day. When our original venue canceled with less than six months to go, The Gardens felt like a blessing--it was stunning, close by, and run by kind, professional people who truly cared. We worked with Vickie, who was everything a bride could hope for: responsive, flexible, and understanding. She helped us stay within budget and even got approval from the owner to use our own caterer and self-serve setup, which we had already paid for elsewhere. Everything was perfect--until three weeks before our wedding, when I received an unexpected email from Amanda at Bluebonnet Events, introducing themselves as the new management and informing me they would now be my only point of contact. The email claimed all existing agreements would be honored--that turned out to be false. Within days, they demanded an additional $600 for security, which was already included and paid for, and also a cleanup crew, which had been previously approved to not have. When I challenged the charges and showed proof, they removed the fee for the security but insisted that our catering approval was invalid since it wasn't in writing. Despite our prior verbal approval directly from the owner, we were forced to pay another $400 for their cleanup crew, just weeks before the wedding. They knew we had no choice at that point--they had us cornered. Then came the wedding day itself, which should have been joyful and stress-free. Instead, Amanda interrupted us ladies while we were getting ready to complain about parking (for cars that weren't even ours). Then a "day-of-coordinator" appeared, also interrupting me getting ready, even though I had been told that a day of coordinator would not be provided unless we paid extra. I was happy to have this help, but unfortunately she didn't follow my instructions at all. She was either unaware of or completely ignored my plan to walk down the flat, accessible pathway to the aisle and forced me, in heels and a ballgown, and my uncle, who was escorting me and should not be going up or down stairs, to climb down a steep set of stairs and an uneven set of rocks they considered stairs. It was awkward, unsafe, and humiliating. The ceremony itself was lovely thanks to our family and vendors--but the reception quickly became chaos. From the moment we walked in, we were rushed nonstop. It made no sense until later, when my husband explained to me that he was told that "by contract," the event had to end at 9 p.m. or we'd need to pay another $400 to continue--even though our signed contract clearly stated we had the venue until 11 p.m. By then, we were exhausted and out of options. The staff began pushing guests out early, ruining our last dance and cutting short the night we'd dreamed of for years. We had definitive plans to pack any leftovers to bring home to our house, but we were so rushed (as if we were expected to not only end the wedding at 9 but also have all cleanup done at 9 as well) that we didn't even get to do that. We just had let one of the vendors take it, which in hindsight was probably close to several hundred dollars' worth of food. When we looked back at the contract later, our suspicions were confirmed: management had simply scheduled their crew until 9 p.m. and tried to pressure us into paying more so they could leave early. Our guests felt uncomfortable, our timeline was destroyed, and one of the happiest nights of our lives now carries a permanent stain. In short--the venue is beautiful, but the new management is absolutely not trustworthy. If you're considering this venue, I strongly urge you to verify every detail in writing and triple check who you're dealing with.

My husband and I had the most amazing wedding at this gorgeous venue a few weeks ago!! Vicki was so…read morenice and super responsive to all of our questions. The bride's house was a really nice touch and a great place for my bridesmaids and I to get ready before the wedding. Everyone had an amazing time and I'd highly recommend this venue for weddings! Also, I'd highly recommend going with Thirsty Bear Bartending, the preferred bartending service for The Gardens At Old Town Helotes. The bar was full all night!

Nice place, however lots on uneven ground both parking lot and table area…read more Went for an outside concert, was very nice til people around us started smoking cigarettes and cigars just as we started eating. Would not go again as long as they allow smoking. No wind didn't help.

didn't know it was an outdoor place. I won tickets to an adult prom was told all exclusive and…read moreturns out the owner told me only the tickets where covered not the food or the two drinks. the place doesn't look as nice as the pictures that are shown

So much love for Flower In Flour. It is a great place to get some work done, catch up with friends,…read moreor host an event. The service is always quick and friendly. My go-to is a strawberry matcha, which is never a miss.

Stopped by Flower in Flour Cafe and really liked the ambiance. It's cozy with cool couches and…read moretables, making it a nice place to relax or catch up with someone. I ordered a small specialty coffee, the Texas Star, and paid $5.09 after tax, which felt like a great deal, especially for a specialty drink. The espresso was solid and not bitter, and the drink was well made. Overall, a great spot for good coffee at a fair price. Might be my favorite coffee shop in San Antonio at the moment

The wedding venue was perfect for our small intimate rustic themed wedding we had. Its perfect if…read moreyou want to be close to nature and have the ceremony and reception in one location. The owner, Candy was very helpful and offered suggestions with the whole event planning. The venue is cost friendly and loved the DIY packages. The family and kids had a great time with taking pics in photo booth to kids running around in the grounds. Favorite moment is before the start of the ceremony. I was in the ladies changing room and my husband outside knocked on door and wanted his Pastor to pray for us. So we extended our hands through the door.

La Escondida was the best place to have my wedding! Amazing staff, services, and an amazing…read moreproperty. My wedding was absolutely beautiful. Everything was so easy to plan all thanks to Candy Berkley and her team! I enjoyed every second of my special day, and I highly recommend La Escondida for weddings or celebrations!

Excellent place for Bingo! the money goes back into the community. They focus on helping…read morephysically/mentally challenged children. Large facility with a snack bar!

I had been playing bingo here for many years.....after tonight I will never return. Bingo is meant…read moreto be a fun game - I enjoy going with my friends and having a fun time. The workers at this bingo are very rude and make it a very unenjoyable experience. The caller is extremely rude! I have given a lot of money to the Helotes Lions Club but will now be giving my money to a bingo hall that actually appreciates its patrons!

It's sooo hot here!!! They need central air!…read more We went to a 15th birthday here and it was miserable, we left quickly.

I love the hall-- the dance floor is wonderful and the hall is nostalgic and lovely. Plenty of…read moreparking. Would be perfect for a country themed wedding.

Mason Barbecue catered my son's first birthday party, and it was such a treat to have them!! Their…read morebrisket melts in your mouth and the handmade sausage was like none I've ever tasted before, especially the jalapeño cheddar, it was divine! The Turkey breast is also amazing, so juicy and tender, and the ribs fell off the bone so gently, they were perfect for my one year old! The owner (Cody) is a doll, he is so sweet and kind! The technique he uses to create his food is unmatched to any BBQ I have ever experienced, my husband described his brisket as "designer brisket" due to it's unique flavor and texture. Cody made the whole process very effortless on our end, and helped us choose what to order and how much to get! There was plenty of food for everyone and some leftover, which was just as delicious the next day!! The price point is very reasonable for the quality Mason Barbecue provides! They were punctual the day of the party and the food was warm for everyone to dig in and enjoy! It was such a hit with our guests, we cannot thank them enough!! His professionalism and hard work throughout the process made us feel such at ease! Mason Barbecue is a gem, we will definitely have them cater again in the future!!!

From the owner: We aim to provide high-quality, delicious barbecue to clients in the surrounding area. Mason…read moreBarbecue will cater events such as weddings, corporate events, and family gatherings. Our friendly staff will ensure that every event we cater is a success!