Nearly 3 years later and I visited Creme once again. This time around I ordered a cookie, cortado,…read moreand a mocha latte. They were nice enough to warm the cookie for me, and it had that "fresh out of the oven" smell and gooeyness. They asked me if I wanted my drinks for here or to-go and I said for here and they still served me in to-go cups, which I thought was weird. The cortado was not my favorite. It was bitter and acidic and the foam was looking a little yeasty. The mocha latte also had very little flavor to it, tasting like hot milk. I had difficulty finishing both drinks. Later I noticed they were using What's Brewing beans, and it made sense. I know many folks love WB? coffee beans, as it's a bit of a local darling, but more often than not I don't enjoy cortados made with their beans. Dirty dishes and cutlery sat on a couple of tables long after folks had left. I don't want to make assumptions, because there WAS a designated staff member for cleaning/wiping things down, but maybe those two evaded her. There's a sign on the wall that says, "I'm not for everyone," and boy are they right. They also stopped playing one of my favorite Radiohead songs (right in the middle of it!) to play Teenage Dream by Katy Perry. Now while I'm not deducting stars for THAT (because that's just downright petty), I can't help but feel unimpressed by my most recent visit. At least the cookie was delicious. Perhaps a third visit is in order. As they say, third time's a charm, right?

Such a cool spot!! The inside and decor is beautiful…read more Iced vanilla latte was so good and I had a warmed up chocolate chip cookie that was the best!

Love me some Mila Coffee! While visiting San Antonio, Texas, I decided to stop at Mila Coffee and…read moreget their Mexican vanilla latte... It's a smooth blend of Mexican vanilla steamed with milk and a touch a cinnamon. This coffee was so enjoyable to drink. In addition, I purchased a bacon, egg and cheese taco. Of course the taco was made with a homemade tortilla...pretty standard fare in San Antonio. Totally miss homemade tortilla... My server and the barista were super personable and helpful. Really enjoyed chatting with them... Overall, quiet environment that early in the morning...

Coffee is delicious and consistent. Service can be very slow, but always kind and professional…read more This morning, my latte was hot and tasty. I definitely missed the mocha which is so rich and chocolaty, but I'm still on my no sugar kick. Make sure you have plenty of time and enjoy a cup.

Out of all of the coffee shops I tried while visiting San Antonio (4) this was by far the best, and…read morethe most aligned with third-wave coffee. The cortado was great and the old fashioned mocktail was so unique and fun! The blueberry muffin and raspberry pop tart were also delicious! We also enjoyed the coffee magazines and other reading material in the cafe! I brought some beans home and can't wait to try them!

I'm happy that my husband and I stumbled upon this very cute coffee shop on our visit to San…read moreAntonio. Our lattes were good, the service was friendly, and the place was inviting. No notes! Would return if we are ever back in San Antonio.

Local Coffee is impressively fast our drinks came out in under 2 minutes after ordering. We tried…read morethe horchata cold brew, iced vanilla latte, and orange vanilla latte, and all of them were so good. I love that they offer unique flavors you don't usually find elsewhere. The inside has a really cute aesthetic, and they also sell merch and coffee that's just as cute. Definitely a great spot if you're looking for quality drinks and quick service!

BLUF: Solid coffee offerings, get coffee here if you're at The Pearl, but wouldn't come to The…read morePearl to get coffee here. Local business. I've always had a great experience at Local Coffee Founders at The Pearl. Their cold brew is a reliable thirst quenching caffeinated option if you're in the area, and they offer all of the coffee shop staples you'd expect. During peak hours, this isn't the coffee shop I'd come to for relaxation or to get some work done on my laptop, the interior is small, seating is limited, and the ambient noise is louder than you'll find in other places. They're dog friendly, but I would recommend going with someone that can wait outside while you order or vice versa. Service has always been fairly good, but you'll definitely want to listen closely for them to announce your order is ready. There's ample seating outside in the adjacent courtyard and The Pearl District in general. I like to get coffee here when I'm already in the area, especially during the weekend markets, but this isn't the place I'd come to get coffee otherwise. As with most businesses at The Pearl you're going to be paying a comparative premium to the cost of similar goods elsewhere. Things worth knowing ahead of time: Ample parking at The Pearl, cost varies based on the time and day of the week though. I believe it's still free weekdays before 3pm, and always free for the first 30 minutes. Expect to walk a bit regardless of where you park, as there is no parking directly adjacent to the cafe.

Cute shop with food, coffee, bakery, a little of everything…read more Buy gifts here, souvenirs from the Pearl. Connected to the hotel, it's out back yet has its own entrance as well Friendly staff

Larder is located inside Hotel Emma in San Antonio, TX…read more It is not exclusive to guests of the hotel. There is easy access almost directly to the counter on the south side. Larder is an "in-house gourmet market and café." My silly girls were craving bagels for breakfast before our zoo visit on 5.25.2025. We each had a bagel plus we shared a raspberry iced donut and a blueberry cookie with macadamia nuts. One girl had a hot chocolate and the other had a very unflavorful and lukewarm cappuccino. I'd probably pass on this place again, but it was good for a relatively fast small breakfast. RATING BREAKDOWN Food: 4 | Service: 4 | Ambiance: 3 | Price: 4

i absolutely adored this place! the vibes are so welcoming not only from the staff but the…read moreatmosphere of the place! the coffee was so yummy & the food! will def be back! (:

Got a blueberry lavender iced latte that was delish! The syrup they used in it was so good! I liked…read morethe vibe of the place, plenty of seating and great music! The food was hot and so good! Both my coffee and my bagel came out fast and both of the workers I saw were super nice and helpful. Wish i got the pizza bagel but they were out. Need to make another trip back soon to try it!

Bakery Lorraine is one of my favorite places to visit. I live nearby so I come often for a sweet…read moretreat or to enjoy a savory breakfast. The menu has something for everyone! The breakfast quiche is divine and one of my favorites. I could go on and on about the bakery items so you'll have to come check em out for yourself! It's usually fairly busy so the service feels a tad rushed sometimes but the employees are friendly. There are plenty of tables, inside and out. There are usually folks working on laptops or just reading peacefully. Stop by, grab something yummy, and enjoy the Pearl area!

Bakery Lorraine was highly recommended when I visited San Antonio, and it definitely lived up to…read morethe hype in terms of ambiance, both the interior and exterior. All of the bakery items looked so tempting, but I ended up trying three macarons. They were very good. The filling was more of a light cream, which I actually enjoyed more than a typical jammy filling. The Earl Grey flavor was my favorite! I also had their matcha latte, which was pretty much a standard matcha with agave. The only downside is that food items are a bit on the pricey side, and they're definitely best eaten fresh because the croissant can get hard. Still, a lovely spot to check out if you're in the area!

Met my friend for lunch as I saw the menu recently and was intrigued, esp. for the Queen Vol au…read moreVent lunch entrée. I haven't been to a CIA restaurant since I went to the one in Napa many years ago. We arrived around noon and were seated immediately as not many people were dining there except for a party of about 8 people in one table and 2 people in a bar top table in the other room by the pastries. A couple of people came in to buy pastries to go. Kiana was our student server and explained the concept. They're only open from February til April for that particular semester and in August for another semester with students operating both front and back of house in the kitchen. The proceeds from the restaurant sales goes towards the Students' Graduating Fund to help with the costs of schooling. The students can experience serving customers and cooking. The chef has a Basque background so his menu is French-Spanish inspired according to Kiana. My friend and I thought this was a great cause! We perused the menu but I zeroed into the Queen Vol Au Vent because it reminded me of the Chicken A La King in Pastry Shells dish I used to make when we used to have big family Christmas parties. I wanted to see their version. I asked Kiana what the pastry shells were filled with since the menu says it's filled with the "Chef's choice Velouté" and she said chicken and mushrooms in a cream sauce. Perfect! My friend got the Egg Croissant & Petit Salade with a side of Bacon & Home Fries. While they were preparing our dishes, I walked up to the pastry case to see what they had to offer. They had cookies, Raisin Bread rolls, Conchas, Manchego & Sausage Scone, Alfajor Dulce de Leche, a Passion Chocolate dessert, fruit tarts, Napoleon, Baguettes and some bagged items: Palmiers, Chocolate coated Nuts and Toffee. I asked one of the chefs how much the bag of Toffee cost and she said $3.80 so I said I'll buy a bag. My friend was curious to see what they had so she also picked up a bag of Toffee. My friend also ordered a cup of brewed coffee. Our dishes came and I noticed how huge my friend's Egg Croissant looked! It was nicely laminated and the egg filling looked nice and creamy. The bacon was thickly sliced and my friend said there was a slight sweetness, perhaps maple? She gave me a piece and it was pretty tasty, meaty and wasn't greasy, nor salty. My Queen Vol Au Vent wasn't quite as big as I thought it would be but the chicken filling was ample. The Petit Salade on the side were just dry greens and wasn't a very big portion either. It could've used more dressing as it was lacking moisture. Perhaps some sliced Heirloom Cherry tomatoes would've been nice to accompany the dry pastry shell Vol Au Vent dish and add a pop of color too. When we were paying our bill, Kiana said the bagged Toffees were on the House since they just opened so we were pleasantly surprised and thankful! Another server asked my friend if she'd like more coffee or if she'd like it in a to-go cup so she took that option. I noticed the students were clearing out the pastries and bread so I asked Kiana what they did with the excess, unsold pastries? She said they take inventory, donate or throw them away except for the bread which is frozen and sold the next day. We told her we hoped it was given away since they're perfectly fine and for a good cause. There was an instructor's birthday today so the students and staff sang "Happy Birthday" by the kitchen. That was nice. We paid our bills and before leaving I used the co-ed restroom which was very clean and spacious. We sat outside so they could buss our tables and we continued talking outside. Can't wait to come back again before the semester ends!

*NOTE* The CIA Cafe is only open from February to April…read more What a lovely breakfast experience! We arrived 25 mins after they opened, and another party had just gotten seated. Although it is small, it's well-designed and well-laid out. The staff is really sweet and patient if it's your first time visiting. The breakfast croissant sandwich is the perfect amount of food, not to mention a well-balanced meal. The lamination is just proper- a buttery, flaky crunch. If you plan on getting goodies from the bakery, they can take your dine-in check and adjust the price to add those items. The variety can be a bit overwhelming but trust your gut. There's nothing terrible, since the quality of the ingredients and technique were on point. My favorite was the white chocolate pretzel cookie, so I'd like to return and try the other flavors. I love that a portion of your bill also funds the scholarship program, which makes you feel good about the entire experience.