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    The Desert Spoon

    4.4 (41 reviews)
    Open 9:00 am - 3:30 pm, 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

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    Fish tacos
    Jeanne D.

    Honestly from the exterior you don't really know what to expect, as it originated as a garden center, but has expanded to include one of the best eateries Bulverde TX has to offer. Not only is the staff exceptional, but also the food is spectacular! The interior is tasteful with a bar backed by a trickling waterfall. The interior section has an optional open screened area, and there is a quaint patio area with a view of the gorgeous garden center and greenhouse. There is also a small stream to a gazebo with relaxing chairs for a chill time with friends and family.

    Steak & eggs
    Natalie T.

    Today we had brunch, my husband had steak & eggs while I had the French toast. Hands down the best French toast I've ever had. Thick slices, soft, fluffy, infused with flavor in every bite! Steak & eggs were delicious as well. We love Desert Spoon for the high quality, homemade food, but also for the amazing ambiance and attention to detail. The restaurant and grounds are gorgeous. The staff is friendly and welcoming. Restaurant is so clean- they sanitize tables and the chairs after every customer. The music playing in background is not overpowering; it's there but not so loud that you can't have a conversation. It's is just a lovely experience every time.

    Tania M.

    On a beautiful outing to the hill country my friend decided to treat me to a great view. Butterfly gardens, beautiful water fountain, and a plant nursery. Service is fast and welcoming. You get a taste of the true country hospitality. The food authentic and delicious. I had the wild boar pasta and my friend has a snapper dish. I have to say the fish was a bit strong in taste and but the pasta was cooked al dense and boar bolognese was a delicately balanced to layer upon the palates 4 quadrant. The cocktails were good and they made sure they were able to meet our no alcohol drinks request. Over all I would go back if just for the views

    Dorothy G.

    Everything was amazing, avocado toast was amazing, French toast was amazing, salad is all grown on the property, the Tony! Bone in amazing slices of ham with eggs, toast and potato wedges! This place is a must try secret close to San Antonio: Ask for Manny as ur server! He's amazing

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    Grace W.

    A diverse menu (with some great options for sharing!), delicious drinks, and such a beautiful setting with incredible hospitality. For lunch, my all time favorite is the fireside panini (I could eat this everyday), but a close second is the chopped sandwich. For dinner, I loved the red fish, burger, fries, and roasted carrots! There is something for everyone and you cannot go wrong. Not to mention the staff makes you feel like family, remembered my name after meeting me once and made sure we loved everything!

    Fish tacos

    Food was beyond amazing, my co-worker and I were quickly seated and the service was top notch. I enjoyed sitting outside the scenery was a nice touch to a wonderful meal. I would definitely recommend stopping by!

    Old Fashioned
    Jeaux D.

    The wife and I met our daughter and fiancé here on a Monday evening for dinner. A new restaurant on the Spring Creek Gardens property. Fun fact... Desert Spoon is not only the name of the restaurant but also a plant native to the Texas Hill Country (who knew?). The decor is an eclectic combination of hill country rock, vertical ship lap wall panels, and ceramic green subway tile on the bar. Of course being a nursery, there are fresh and beautifully arranged flowers on every table. Several tables inside or if you prefer outside under a covered patio area giving the option to enjoy the rare mild spring climate in Texas. Large windows provide a spectacular view of the grounds and sunset. The dining area is really nicely done and very comfortable. The owners Trever and her husband Merritt (two young Aggie entrepreneurs) stopped by the table and chatted with us briefly. Wylie, our waiter and pleasant young man with a southern accent, took our drink order. Old Fashion for me and the 404 (gin or vodka based) cocktail for the wife. The menu is a la carte. Entres can be pared with "sharables" which are sides for the table. I ordered the lamb shank, the wife red fish, daughter 1/2 roasted chicken, and her to be...the smash burger and fries. The meals were delivered to the table in short order and after snaping a few pics for you Yelpers and thanking the good Lord, we partook. We each tried a bit of the other's meal and I must say, the wife scored with the red fish. My lamb shank was a close second. Unfortunately, the carrots were not available so we only ordered the broccoli for the table. I wish we would have ordered two sides but maybe next time. The wife, not a avid seafood person surprised me by ordering the red fish. She enjoyed every bite and I didn't get my usual portion of leftovers when she finishes. Everyone enjoyed the meal and a good time was had by all. My daughters beau picked up the tab so I enjoyed it more than usual. If you are in looking for a spot to treat that special person to a special place, this is it. Bon Appetit Yelpers.

    Kelly A.

    The ambiance is incredible. You have the garden nursery and boutique for a view with amazing cocktails and brunch. A must-do!

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    The Desert Spoon is a unique and peaceful place to eat. Service A+ BEST BLT Ever! Bring your Green Thumb.

    Wow. This place was amazing. Our family enjoyed everything about it. The service was incredible and polite. The decor is stunning with lots of fresh flowers and plants! Most importantly, the food was amazing. We had the Mother's Day brunch pasta with Parmesan, pancetta, and peas, the duck breast with risotto, French toast, and the burger. We loved it all and would definitely come back.

    Caprice avocado toast.

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    4.7(37 reviews)
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    What a cute ice cream shop!…read more I'm not going to lie, their adorable cow logo was half the reason I went to Confetti and Cream. The shop itself is just as whimsical and really kept to the pink and cutesy theme, and though it's on the small side they still managed to pack quite a bit of merch inside. The menu included coffee, milkshakes, and baked treats on top of your standard ice cream cups and cones. Everything on it was pretty reasonably priced and looked so yummy! I tried a scoop of the Strawberry Matcha on a plain waffle cone while my fiancé tried an Orange Cream Milkshake. My ice cream was absolutely delicious! The matcha flavor was bold but without the tea's natural bitterness, and the frozen strawberries were a yummy add in for sweetness. My one complaint is that I couldn't finish my waffle cone because the glue on the paper wrapper got stuck to it. I'm not normally a creamsicle fan but the Orange Cream was pretty tasty and as bubbly as it could get. Not to mention, the super bendy straw they gave us for it was fun to make shapes with! I'd definitely like to return to try more of their flavors and maybe play one of the games outside on their covered picnic tables. It's definitely worth a visit!

    Well if you need a little something sweet this place is it. The ice cream is tasty and creamy. And…read moresince I was being nosy I found out that they source their ice cream from Fredericksburg. The staff is always so nice and helpful. They can get busy and the line out the door, but the ladies in there get everyone through quickly. I love getting our ice cream and sitting outside at the picnic tables watching the kids play corn hole. It is so much fun to watch the planes take off too. The sitting room is super cute too. We have become regulars....so obviously we will be back lol.

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