This was our first time at Mongolia filling station. They do have to go cups, but also the proper…read moreceramic mugs. Something that most places are missing nowadays. The latte was superb! So good, we stayed longer and had another. The staff is extremely friendly. We love going to places with character and history. It really helps take ya back. We will definitely become regulars.

In Castroville, one of the places I visit most has to be Magnolia Filling Station, the only true…read morecoffee shop in town. It's small, always busy, and always slinging quality coffee. The shop is made from an old gas station that was converted into a cafe. They serve pastries along with a wide range of coffee beverages. I always find myself drawn to their seasonal drinks, which are usually themed around something fun. This year's holiday menu was Ice Age themed, but I remember last year being Shrek themed, and I think there was even a Top Gun themed menu at some point over the summer. For the Ice Age menu, I got a Manny which was a Chocolate Orange Mocha drink. I got it hot and it was great! The space inside is quiet, nice, and well lit. It's a great place to get work done. In the past, I've noticed the wifi could be tragically slow, which made some tasks difficult. During my most recent visit, though, I don't recall the wifi being slow at all, so it seems like that issue has been fixed. There is also plenty of outdoor seating if you get lucky with one of the three nice weather days in San Antonio. I really like the coffee here. For such a small shop, they do a great job, and it has become an essential stop for me every time I am in Castroville. RIYL: Coffee shops that are old gas stations but do not have a functional gas pumps anymore, so you don't accidentally get gasoline instead of a latte. I hate when that happens!!

My hubby, granddaughter and I tried Castroville Café and wow!! What an absolute gem in Castroville!…read moreWe ordered their vodka pasta (their house-made pink sauce) with chicken, along with their house salad topped with candied pecans and cranberries, and their house-made salad dressing it is to DIE FOR! oh and let's not forget their delicious homemade rolls. Everything was incredible. Even though it's a penne pasta dish, it wasn't heavy at ALL. The flavors were rich but not overwhelming, and we didn't feel weighed down after eating. And let me tell you the portion easily made two full meals. Truly worth every bite. This quaint little café serves real down-home cooking with so much heart behind it. We absolutely love it and highly, highly recommend Castroville Café if you're looking for comfort food done right. Great service!!

This place really is the cutest!! It's a truly hidden gem, that's not hidden to Castroville! Ha we…read morewent for Mother's Day and got right in! The food is amazing! Everyone enjoyed what the got, which I don't even remember now that I'm writing this review. But we talked to some people next to us and they said they have loved everything they've tried there and they were from SA. I love the indoor and outdoor seating! I love that they turned an old house into a cafe! We will be returning often after church!!

We bumped into this food truck at a coffee event and decided to try out some of their sides- fries…read moreand fried zucchini! Pros - the lady who served us was super sweet - clear and easy to read menu (wish they had pictures though) - fried zucchini comes with regular or spicy ranch! - the fries could be seasoned as spicy or not spicy, and it came with a side of ketchup ready to go - the presentation of the food made it super easy to grab and eat/share - they accept card or cash - we didn't wait long for our food Cons - the fried zucchini was a bit mushy on the inside, and it was a relatively small portion for $4

Rating: 3.5/5 After…read morea long day @ the Good Vibrations Festival in the Sunken Garden Theater, they were only our of fried zucchini. Good sign. Always hate when food trucks sell out, though it is understandable. Friendly employees, ready to answer any questions regarding the menu. What did we choose tonight? *Fried Mushrooms were unsatisfying. Slacking on flavor, breading overpowered. *Southwest Turkey Melt Sandwich, full of creative ingredients. Avocado, cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, pico de gallo, and even some kettle chips! Turkey was tasty deli thin cut, flavors came together well. Texas Toast was grilled with the right amount of butter an oil (you know how often places serve it drenched in oil!). I will say that the cheese was a little firm and the sandwich a little lukewarm for a "melt". Chose *Potato Salad as the side, which was tastier than expected; appreciated that there was not as much mustard or vinegar as most. *Mushroom Swiss Burger ironically had cheese that was far more melted than the Turkey Melt. Which was awesome, of course. Fresh and flavored sliced mushrooms (unlike them fried ones), a tasty fat patty (moist, tender, maybe a little extra flavor needed), and buttery, slightly sweet buns. Overall excellent. Came with *Fries, which were satisfactory; some were burnt and dry. Dessert was a *Fried Twinkie with Raspberry Drizzle. Oh, it was heavenly.

The brisket literally melts in your mouth followed by two sides on the single meat plate. The cream…read morecorn is absolutely delicious and the green beans are amazing because they have a combination of onion, bacon, and tomato which make the sauce fabulous. The location is a little bit out of the way just a block or two from highway 90 but there is open parking next door. Service is done at the front counter and you wait for your order to be called then you find a seat somewhere that's open in the restaurant.

We came here on a Friday for lunch. There is a large parking area across the street from the…read morerestaurant. You order at the front counter where you also pay. We got the three meat plate with turkey, pulled pork, and brisket. For sides we got Mac and cheese, cream corn, and ranch beans. The portions were large and everything tasted great

Awesome service...nice beautiful place...food was a bit different but was very tasty....we took our…read moregrandson there for his birthday....The turkey club was the best one ever...pizza was great..brisket sandwich was finger licking good... pasta alfredo was tasty..deserts were out of this world. this place did have alot of different kinds of items on their menu that are different, cooked different than the usuall places we go to but this place is unique.. Fries were awesome...Big portions of everything, almost everyone took some food home.. service was quick and waitress very nice...all 8 of us left content..we spend some time outside enjoying the beautiful golf course..scenery awesome...going back this month for another birthday... # prices good # Cant wait to go back... # awesome place..

There is so much of Castroville to explore, and every time I visit my family, I always find a cool…read morenew place. Did I know there was a beautiful golf course in Castroville? No. Did I know there was a Castroville-favorite restaurant there as well? Also no. We had to try it. Located inside the Alsatian Golf Club's clubhouse is their 19th-hole restaurant and bar: Julianna's Restaurant. Upon entry, you realize the place has been around for some time. It feels very classic San Antonio, with wooden walls accented by tan and white bricks. The restaurant's aged interior gives it a cozy, lodge-like charm. Though the restaurant was pretty busy on a Saturday night, we were seated instantly at a booth that gave me a perfect view of the Georgia-Alabama game on the bar's TV. After nine or eighteen holes, you never know what you're in the mood for. That's why Julianna's has plenty of options: sandwiches, pizzas, pasta, seafood, steaks, and other meat dishes. Our server came by very quickly and got us our drinks, which for me was a tall Saint Arnold Oktoberfest. I had a tough time deciding between two options: a bone-in pork chop or their creamy Cajun pasta. I opted for the bone-in pork chop with a Caesar salad, bacon green beans, and herb rice. My dad got the creamy Cajun pasta, and my mom got the Southwest chicken. It wasn't long until the Caesar salad came out, with huge croutons and a generous helping of dressing. It was excellent to the point my mom wished she had ordered it over her chicken tortilla soup, which she also enjoyed. If you ever order a meat entrée and they stick a steak knife in it, you're in for an ESPN Instant Classic. The pork chop was huge, topped with a house raspberry chipotle sauce. It was tender and cooked well. I'll admit, trying to find the bone versus the pork was a challenge, but I think that was a me issue. I would order it again. As for the sides, the bacon green beans were sneakily running for Sixth Man of the Year, and the herb rice paired with the pork chop quite well. I would go back. The meal was high quality and felt like a hidden gem even for longtime Castroville residents. What a treat. RIYL: Going to golf courses while being very bad at golf.

I am so happy I found this little hidden gem in Castroville. I was looking for a place to eat and…read morekill sometime before an appointment and saw this on yelp. We went around 1 PM on a Saturday. It was not too busy. We were greeted right away and seated. Lucinda was super nice. The house is so cute. They have inside and outside seating. Parking is available on site. We shared a few items. We had the ceviche, the corn ribs, the shrimp scampi, and the pineapple cheesecake. Everything was delicious. The ceviche comes with housemade chips. When it comes out, it looks like it's a small portion, but it actually is a pretty good shareable size. The corn ribs were a hit. They have a little kick to them, but not too spicy. The shrimp scampi had great flavor. The cheesecake was delicious. It came topped with habanero sauce which gave it a little sweet and spicy taste. It was a great combination. I had a glass of wine with my lunch. Wine is decently priced. I would love to return in the evening and have a seat outside.

Service was great. The aroma is very nice. The food is delicious. Probably the best orange chicken…read moreI've ever had anywhere and it's not even a Chinese restaurant. They play really nice music. It's not so loud and the waitress was very nice Highly recommend going to this place, especially for a date spot or some kind of special occasion

When I tell you I love Jersey Mike's, I mean it in a deep, borderline-spiritual way. Not many know…read morethis, but during my college days, I managed a Jersey Mike's. I had a small, scrappy team of 12 who could whip up sandwiches faster than a Formula 1 pit crew. Those were wild times. We didn't just make sandwiches; we made giants-absurd, cartoonishly large creations. These were Scooby-Doo-level sandwiches: towering monstrosities where you'd need two hands, a spotter, and maybe an engineering degree just to take a bite. I swear, some of those subs looked like they were designed to fuel Olympic athletes for an entire season. And the meat? Oh, you'd think we were carving up slabs for a medieval feast. But I digress, let's snap back to why we're really here. Today, I ordered the #8 (Club Sub), a turkey and ham classic with provolone, bacon, mayo, and a crisp layer of lettuce and tomatoes. Now, let me be clear: I'm usually a #9 guy. The #9 is my sandwich soulmate, my ride-or-die sub, the one I'd defend in a court of law if it ever came to that. For reasons unknown, the app didn't let me select it, and I'll admit, there was a moment of panic. But then I looked at the #8, and I thought, "Alright, let's give you a go." And let me tell you--this sandwich was beautiful. The turkey was tender, the ham savory, and the bacon crisped to perfection. That mayo brought everything together, and the veggies were fresh enough to remind me of my mum's garden back in the day (a bit of an overstatement, but you get the point). I got it "Mike's Way," of course, because who wouldn't? The vinegar, olive oil, and seasoning drizzle made this sub sing like Sinatra on a good day. Picking it up in person added another layer to the experience. There's just something about walking into a Jersey Mike's. The atmosphere hits you like a warm wave of nostalgia--slicing machines humming in the background, the aroma of freshly baked bread in the air, and the hustle of the team working in perfect sandwich-making harmony. It's fast-paced, but not rushed, with a sense of order and camaraderie that feels oddly comforting. It's the kind of place that makes you feel like part of the process, even if all you're doing is watching from the counter. This Jersey Mike's team absolutely smashed it. Their focus and hustle reminded me of my own crew back in the day--working hard, probably having a laugh or two in between orders. So to those workers today: Enjoy your time with each other. These days may seem fleeting now, but someday, you'll look back and realize you were building something special--sandwiches and camaraderie alike. I'm proud of you lot. Keep making those subs with heart and pride. Five stars, no question.

We went in on a busy Sunday afternoon. The staff was polite and courteous. While we waited for our…read moresubs to be made for take out, another customer began complaining about his bill. He became, in my opinion, belligerent and rude. The staff tried to placate him, but he wasn't listening to their explanations. After a few tense minutes he left. I know his behavior upset the young lady who had dealt with him. She and another employee stood their ground while still being polite and professional. Kudos to them for keeping their cool. Also, the subs were delicious!

Sammy's has been around forever. Even my husband's grandmother worked there like 50-60 years ago…read more Good home cooking comfort food. Old school diner cafe type atmosphere. Great service. Full bar.

The service was great and friendly, the environment was older but clean and nice, the food was very…read moregood. Breakfast ALL DAY, I love that. Fresh bread from the next door bakery. Come on over to this place. Yummy

One of favorite places to order from. The flavors are always consistent. Our go-to meal is the…read moregrilled pork noodle bowl. The meat itself is well-seasoned. You can taste the lemongrass but not overpowering. My favorite part of the bowl is the nuoc mam sauce that is poured over the warm noodles. Then you let it sit for a minute so the sauce is absorbed. Oh my Yum! Aside from the noodle bowl, we stop by once a week to grab my daughter's favorite mango slushy with lychee jelly. Such a delicious combination. The drink is smooth and not too sweet. We had the chance to try their mochi donuts before the machine broke. They are smaller than the mochi donuts that we usually buy from the other side of town. But their donuts are always fresh and the icing is not too sweet. It is sad that they don't make donuts anymore. I was heartbroken when the lady at the counter told me that they will stop making the donuts because they wont be replacing the donut machine. I'm so happy that this little gem opened up by my neighborhood amidst the fast food franchises. I hope for this business to thrive as we need more small businesses like Daily Banh Mi in the Potranco area that serves good food.

Daily Bánh Mì is a quiet little powerhouse…read more If you know, you know--and if you don't, you're about to. The sandwiches are fresh, flavorful, and perfectly balanced. That bread? Light, crispy, and doing exactly what it needs to do. It's simple food done really, really well. No extra fluff, just quality and consistency. Perfect for a quick lunch that actually satisfies without weighing you down. One bite in and you'll be mentally planning your next visit.

Good service and the pork ribs were the highlight. They were tender and full of flavor…read more Unfortunately, the rest of the food did not meet the same standard. The brisket lacked a strong smoke ring and had a gray appearance. I also tried the leg quarter, which came out dry, overcooked, and overly smoked. My friend ordered the sausage and it was dry as well. That said, the staff was genuinely kind and welcoming, and I appreciate that. I am willing to give them another try, but I also wanted to share this feedback in an honest and respectful way.

Ah- mazing BBQ! Found this place from a flyer that was posted at my gym. Truly this is a hidden…read moregem. It's tucked away on a street behind the Sonic on highway 90. Met Nico, behind the counter, and apparently R&R BBQ is new and has only been open for 3-4 months. Her family has owned The Meat Market adjacent to the BBQ joint forever. She suggested the brisket as top choice and we added a few pork spareribs. $20 for 1lb of brisket, bread, bbq sauce, onions, and pickles , what a deal! The additional pork spareribs were only a few dollars more. The pork ribs were the best I've ever had so far. Literally fall off the bone and melt in your mouth deliciousness. The sliced brisket was tender, but the ribs shined. The pickles and onions were tangy and dilly, and the BBQ sauce had a vinegar base, but paired with well with proteins. She also let us know that their homemade jerky and parisa will be coming soon. Parisa? What is parisa you may ask....a cured meat mixed with cheese, spices, onions, and peppers and served on crackers. Well, I can't wait to try it : ) A Thanksgiving menu was posted up at the counter as well. We look forward to coming back and trying your sides and other yummy goodness! Fyi- to go only open 11am-6pm Friday, Saturday, and Sunday