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.

Very friendly and good desserts plus good coffee they let my dog in! The vibe is awesome and calm:)read more

We drive to Castroville for my daughter's DPS appointment and after we decided to grab lunch in…read morethe area. We found the cutest, most adorable restaurant. We walked in and were seated almost immediately even though it was very crowded and busy. We loved the decor and charm of this restaurant. Our waitress was very attentive and friendly. We enjoyed DELICIOUS sandwiches, pasta and desserts. They have delicious daily specials. We'll be making the drive to Castroville more often for Castroville Cafe.

Good drinks, service and it's a local cafe. I always try to support local businesses but this one…read moredid give me a reason to hit repeat.

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 pork belly was great. I got and end piece off the board, which at first wasn't excited for but…read moretried it anyway. Somehow they have a perfect crispy char with a juicy bite. Mac and cheese along with house made potato salad were great as well. No complaints on the turkey or brisket I tried. I'll be back next time I pass through!

3.5-4 We decided to…read moretry this place out after having it on our list for some time. The brisket was great! Really tender, I liked the bbq sauce, a little different than "traditional bbq sauce" here, my boyfriend didn't like it. We also got the smashburger and the potato skins. The potato skins are a perfect appetizer and the smashburger was alright. The service could have been better, they kind of side eyed us, not sure why, castroville is a small town but I assume this is not a spot "for the locals" only. In general the space had enough seating for the time we went but I could see it getting packed.

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!

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.

The food is excellent! If you stop by on Wednesday they have wok Wednesday - oriental foods…read more They have the best ceviche also!

We love this place!!!! Food and service is we have no pics because we ate it up before I thought…read moreabout making this review. We ordered the ribeye, trout, and the Mediterranean salad!! Highly recommend

I had a great experience at Jersey Mike's! My mini turkey and cheese sandwich was absolutely…read moreperfect and delicious. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and made just the way I like it. The portion was just right, and every bite was so good! I paired it with some chips and washed it down with a root beer......PERFECT. The service was great and the vibe was perfect. Thank you for an awesome experience. I will definitely be returning for another mini. I highly recommend Jersey Mikes! Bless you all!

Service was really helpful. The guy was explaining the sandwiches... it was my first time…read more Ambiance was laid back. I got the #3 ham, provolone cheese with pickles and it was delicious. I would definitely go back again!

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.

I love me a good ol'fashion dinner. Took me back to when my abuelo and tío were alive and took us…read morekids to the ranch. It's nostalgic eating here. it was yummy! great service, decent dinner food yall, don't expect anything else, this is a special place!

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.

This review is just for the banh mi. This is my first time here and wanted to give it a whirl. I'm…read moreused to large, overstuffed banh mi so when I saw what was presented, I just prayed it had good flavor. I ordered the grilled pork, extra meat that cost roughly $3. When i opened the sandwich, it looked exactly like my sons who ordered a regular grilled pork. There was no extra meat. My son took 2 bites and decided he didn't care for it. I took his sandwich filling and stuffed it into my sandwich. There, it finally looked like what i'm used to. Took one bite, and chewed on the driest meat you can think of. Even jerky had more moisture than what I had. My husband was the only one who finished his banh mi, but he wasn't impressed either. I will continue looking for a good, filling banh mi joint. I may come back for their pho though.

This is a hidden gem; some of the best BBQ that I have ever had. I want to give them 5 stars, but…read morethey need a serious upgrade to the dining facility. - Brisket (specify moist or dry): really good; comparable to Rudy's BBQ. - Pork Ribs: really good; comparable to B-Daddy's BBQ. - Sausage: really good; incomparable with other BBQ places; might have to compare it to some Italian place. - Potato salad: really good (hopefully they won't change the recipe); incomparable to that ridiculous mess at most BBQ places. - BBQ sauce: pretty good; better than most BBQ places. - Sweet tea: pretty good. - Bean soup: could use some adjustments; perhaps spy on El Chaparral in Helotes.

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