I have driven by La Panadería in downtown and at this spot so many times, I finally got to…read moreexperience the goodness at a recent special outing with my son. Casual eatery- order at counter and pay..food will be delivered to your table. But, what did I encounter upon entering? omg their beautiful pastries, desserts, and Mexican conchas. Picked up a guava pastry for later. Ordered the Mexican Cubano torta without cheese and I thoroughly enjoyed it. I chose the birote bread- sourdough crispness on the outside with soft inside texture. This torta packed a ton o' flavor! Ham, bacon, kielbasa sausage, pickles, and bread slathered in their chipotle mustard and cilantro mayo. Delicious! I chose the house salad, rather than soup. Tummy was more than happy. For dessert, I ate the guava pastry in the evening- buttery pastry with a sweet guava jelly filling. Yum! Happy to return in the future to try other menu items : ) Lovely interior decor, indoor and outdoor seating , clean establishment.

La Panadería was one of the first places I discovered when I moved to San Antonio, and it's still a…read morespot I enjoy bringing out-of-town visitors. It is a little on the pricey side, but the lattes and bakery items are really good. They used to have a sugared donut that was my absolute favorite, but unfortunately they no longer carry it. The tortas aren't your typical Mexican torta, but they're still good in their own way. That said, I don't really come here for the main food--I come for the bakery and the café vibe. The salads are also solid if you're looking for something lighter. Service is ok. There's this one guy who usually cleans the tables and he's so friendly. I didn't catch his name but he's on it. I'll Get his name next time im there.

My sister and I just went to Ambassadors and got two coffees for us and one for our mom. Our mom…read moredoesn't like strong coffee and likes it super sweet. Gabriel listened to us and hooked us up with the best coffees tailored to each of our tastes. There were quite a few people waiting to order and Gabriel was so intentional in helping us, being present and calm and helpful and wonderful! Mom said it was the best coffees she's ever had so it def passed the test! When we walked out my sister and I both said wow that man is so calm kind and Christ-like. We were truly in awe of his confidence and the way he comforted and helped everyone in the room. This was truly an interaction we will never forget and we spoke about in the car and said "What would it look like for us to slow down and look people in the eye and serve them this way." Leaving encouraged and inspired!

We love Ambassadors Coffee! The owners are so warm, friendly and welcoming! They have plenty of…read moremeeting/work space, space for rent and to connect with people! Cozy home away from home coffee shop vibes. The coffee, pastries and small eatable menu are all delicious. They also have artwork for sale and other baked goods (sourdough, etc). Definitely a must try and definitely a come back spot! It was on the second floor so if you need access go those with disabilities, there is an elevator to get up to the second floor, and tons of parking available to access this amazing spot!

COFFEE Stopped in for coffee and a quick breakfast. They…read morehave Starbucks coffee and lots of quick breakfast options. The blueberry and pistachio muffins were very moist and delicious. The cheese danish was good too. There are cooked options as well but we didn't have any. Service was good and the place is clean.

Came here a couple days ago for a quick bite to eat, and I was very impressed with Mercato Cafe…read more The muffin I got was very delicious and was pretty surprising. I expected it to be dry, but it really wasn't. Service was great and staff were very welcoming. The environment was nice, and clean. Hope to come again soon. Thanks! :)

First off, this place is so cute!! It's definitely a tiny shop, but all the cozy seating makes up…read morefor it. There are plenty of tables to work or study at, including some shaded seating outside. I originally ordered the Saltburn Matcha, but it was a little too sweet for my liking. I asked if they could remake it into just an agave matcha with oat milk, and they did without hesitation. Everyone was super sweet and accommodating about it. My boyfriend ordered the Butterbeer Shaken Espresso and it was sooo good! Overall, the service was a 10/10, even with my drink remake. I'd definitely come back here again to study or just hang out for a bit!

Reason why I'm giving this place a two star and not higher is because when we ordered our…read moresandwiches and I noticed the white part of the egg was a little runny and not fully cooked, I took it back to the front to request it be remade, the manager and cook ensured me it was. Despite me SHOWING them where the egg was NOT FULLY COOKED THROUGH. I cook eggs for myself everyday. And being pregnant the egg must fully be cooked through. They were telling me it's bc of the cheese melted on top. Which has nothing to do with the egg. You could see the clear distinction between the cheese and egg. I wish I had taken a photo to share. They would not take it back to be remade. So I just said forget it and we ate them anyway. Since I'm in my third trimester I figured I should be fine. However a great manager would have made sure they were remade. I use to work in the restaurant biz and the customer is always right. And I was showing them their error and they were working to convince me it was cooked all the way, again when you could clearly see it wasn't. Also my hubs strawberry lemonade was not even filled up all the way in the cup. I would expect if we are paying for something that doesn't have a refill, at least fill it up all the way. Oh and my BIGGEST disappointment is that there is NO BURRITO!! We actually came here for that specifically, only to find out that it has not been on the menu for over a year, yet that is the one review and promotion that pops up when you look at this establishment. So it's false advertising and should be taken down since they no longer make the burrito. Also if you're coming here to work, it's super small and cramped. I did see a ton of people sitting with laptops and having meetings. However I wouldn't come to this place to work, unless it's the only option in your area. Overall, next time I'm in town, we won't coming back here, primarily bc it's close to the Eilan hotel we stayed at and we definitely won't be staying there again. Already wrote my review about that place, and I don't recommend it.

Now let me talk about that Tropical Mango Energy Drink--listen, I've had my share of drinks, but…read moreTHIS? This was on another level. Crisp, refreshing, perfectly balanced... it didn't just wake me up, it lifted me. You can taste the quality. You can tell somebody cared when they made it. And the service? Top tier. The ladies were kind, welcoming, and carried a level of professionalism that's hard to find these days. Not forced. Not scripted. Just genuine.

Stop in on a whim on our way to an appointment in San Antonio. The coffee shop was decorated with…read moreMardi Gras, and had a pet food donation drive going which is awesome! It was quite inside, and not busy for 9:30 on a Friday . My husband and I just got coffee which we both loved which is also rare . The two girls who were working were very kind and quick . Definitely will be back again when we are in the area

Brunched at Box St. All Day in La Cantera on a packed Saturday and it did not miss. Every plate…read morecame out looking like it belonged on a menu cover, and more importantly it actually tasted that good. The eggs benny, the potato flautas, the burrito, the donuts, all of it. Portions are huge too, and for the quality you'd expect to pay way more than you do. But the real reason I'm writing this is our server, Ryan (the guy with the cool hair). He was fantastic. Genuinely warm, super attentive, and kept checking in and apologizing for any wait even though the place was slammed for brunch. Found out he's fairly new and you honestly couldn't tell. He made the whole experience. Management, take note. This guy's a keeper. We'll be back!

Tasty food and good atmosphere…read more Service and ambience: Outstanding service throughout entire visit. Our server Kaleb was friendly, polite, professional and knowledgeable. He truly made our first visit here special. The restaurant is modern, clean, and inviting. Since the place is popular expect some wait time but seats by the bar are based on first come first served rule. Food and drinks: Good selections in both areas. Our dishes were well prepared with generous amounts of seasoning and good flavours. All elements paired well with each other. You can order here alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages. Pricing: $$ - standard prices and well worth the service and quality of food.

I stand 10 toes down by the place lol. My very time was an amazing. Upon arriving, the staff was so…read morewelcoming and helpful. My food was so delicious and they were even gentle when they came by to get my dishes. I wet during the day on a weekday and it was pretty chill and quiet. This is not a large place so I would not recommend it for large groups. Below is a list of what I ordered: Apple Cinnamon Crepe: 5/5 Scrambled Eggs: 5/5 Avocado: 5/5 Turkey Bacon: 5/5 I'll definitely be back to try the MANY options of food and drinks they have. I was so happy I didn't even get photos of the actual place (:

Went there on a Friday hang with friends. It's super cute and the staff were friendly. I LOVED the…read moreto go "cups" for the cold drinks. My drink - Matcha, was good. My only complaint was that the toilet didn't flush so the bathroom felt dirty and there was no trash can- a sign on the bin said something like don't throw trash here- maybe they were out of bags? Little things like that matter. I would've given a 4 (above average) if not for the two negatives.

We stopped by this morning to grab some coffee and were pleasantly surprised with Butterfly Coffee!…read more The inside is very nice and there is a great bit of outdoor space if you wanted to venture outside as well. The barista was very nice and friendly and made our drinks quickly. The e flavor was very good in the drinks as well. We were both pretty easy with lattes and added some flavors. A good spot to stop in for a quiet cup of coffee!

Amazingly ! Wonderful little coffee and pastry shop peaceful nestled inside a church. It was very…read morefamily friendly and the barista was patient and brought our order out while the kiddos played. So much shade!!!! Perfect for Texas mamas who need a coffee break and the kids to get their energy out !