Recommend: Yes…read more After visiting Karolinas, I was in the mood for some coffee and a quiet spot to read, and I happened upon San Antonio Gold--so glad I did! At first, from the outside, I thought I was walking into a barbershop because of the door, but stepping inside was a fun surprise. The space is really unique--almost like a mini indoor shopping mall. The coffee shop is right at the front, but as you walk further back, there's a barbershop and a few other small shops to explore. Despite all that, it still has a chill, relaxed vibe. Plenty of seating and big windows make it perfect for hanging out with a book. I ordered the Holiday Inn Cambodia coffee, and it was fantastic. the service was great. Barista gave me a few recommendations. I'll definitely be back--this is a great spot to unwind, read, or just get out of the house for a little while. Highly recommend if you're in the area!

I've known Jason for a minute and between him and Mark at Theory, they're responsible for educating…read moreme and helping me get serious about coffee. He's always answered my questions, no matter how silly or inane they might be and has readily offered perspective on different types of coffee or methods to make. I'll forever be grateful for that! Now onto Gold, I was a bit bummed when he wasn't at the trailer but happy he opened up his own shop and started visiting regularly. From its humble beginnings of a few bar stools, limited menu, and a small space to the wide open space that is Gold today, the constants have been killer coffee, awesome service, and great convo if it's not a mad rush. From standard drip to espresso to imaginative inventions, the coffee is top notch. If you're hankering for something different, talk to them a they will take care of you. Staff has always been awesome and they definitely know what they're doing. I once asked about chemex ratios and was given an on the spot class. If you don't like good coffee, good service or a solid place to chill, then this may not be your place. Also, they let me bring my doggo, Pancho, in, what's not to love?!

I was on a field trip to Confluence Park with a Master Naturalist training class recently. We like…read moreto go someplace nearby afterwards for a social. This time, Tandem was the venue of choice. I really liked the place. It was very laid back and comfortable with a bit of a dive bar atmosphere. The seating included sofa areas, small table, and larger tables. It was not brightly lit, and the music was nice. We went to the counter to place our orders. They had sandwiches already made in an icebox. When ordered, the guy put them in a waffle iron before serving. I had the Cubano, and let me tell you- it was the best one I have ever had. It was so crispy and delicious. My only comment is that it could have used a bit more mustard. I also had an iced Americano with Como La Flor syrup. That was a blend of lavender and blueberry and was house-made. It sounded awesome and delivered awesomeness in every sip. I will definitely be back. I have to try the waffle pressed peanut butter and jelly!

Excited to find this local spot! Was going to walk on the riverwalk but the rain/thunderstorm…read morestarted. I googled "coffee shop" and Tandem was the closest to headed over. It's a fun place even from the outside! They have coffee, beer, and wine. The barista was friendly and answered our questions. I did a nitro brew with their homemade Mexican vanilla syrup. I do not like sweet coffee and told the barista that. She said they do 1.5 oz of syrup. Which is a lot for my liking. I asked her to put .5 an oz only and it was perfect! They have events here too. Tandem is a place I would put in my rotation!

i went for the first time today. the service was quick . the place was so cute and cozy. the drinks…read moreALL LOOK GOOD ! the prices are really good as well. i will definitely be going back on sundays !

I'll be honest I probably would have never visited the corner coffee if my friend hadn't invited…read moreme. It's such a small, hole in the wall cafe. I can now say that I would definitely go back. They do have a variety of options on their menu and at a great price. I ordered two of their special coffees La Canela Loca. They were really good with just the right amount of sweetness and I paid only $8! (For Both). The workers were so friendly and attentive. We talked a little about how the business started and how it's going. We sat outside on their little picnic tables they had. They also have a walk up window you can order from.

Love love love Alley Cat! They are open daily by 7, and have such good lattes. I've tried the…read moresalted Carmel, the abuelita mocha, and the cereal of the day. Get yourself one.

I've been wanting to try this coffee place for over a month now but always either never had time or…read moreI don't think it was open Luckily this Sunday morning I noticed it was open and quickly did a turn around. Parking was a tad confusing since the lot is small and the restaurant it shares a lot with seems to get particularly busy! But, across the street there is a gravel lot and that was just fine to park at. Ordered the Mexican vanilla latte and it was delicious I loved how the cart had such graphic designs on it. Definitely eye catching! Hope to see it open more often on weekday mornings

I should have brought Bucky! If there's one thing about Southtown, it does not suffer from a lack…read moreof coffee spots. Nothing I Can't Handle Coffee (abbreviated to NICH Coffee, not to be confused with Niche Coffee, which recently closed) is next to a pottery class in a hip side of S Presa. The shop is small but cozy, with a smattering of outdoor seats to compensate for the scant seating inside (though no less cozy, I really enjoyed my cushy window seat). I ordered a pistachio lemon bar, a cortado, and asked for a recommendation for a second drink. Angela, who took my order, said the South-EE is their most popular beverage, so I opted for that, hot. The lemon bar was very sweet with a puckering tartness in the frosting, but it paired beautifully with my cortado. The cortado was a little foamy but the flavor was robust and comforting, like being hugged by a lumberjack. The South-EE (espresso, brown sugar, cinnamon) - it took everything in me to not immediately chug this down. It was the perfect temperature by the time I was ready to drink it, and it was overall a yummy treat. The two staff holding down the fort that day were incredibly nice. Good folks, great drinks. I'll be coming back.

Found street parking quickly. Great unique selection of coffee, tea, and other drinks. I tried the…read moreChampagne Papi off their Certified Lover Menu. It definitely has mild champagne notes, with a splash of gold sprinkles for a sweet experience. The Strawbery Matcha was mild and fruity. No waiting and barista was very pleasant. Plenty of comfy seating with a variety of house plants to buy if you feel like some new zen for your home. The Vegetarian Quiche was absolutely savory and the pastry was flaky and buttery. Definitely would visit again when in the neighborhood.

I always passed up this place driving down Military Dr and wondered what they sold. Until my…read morecoworker brought one to work and it looked so good! My favorite has been their Mudslide with chocolate drizzle on the cup. The coffee is strong and has some kick to it. Definitely worth a try.

I come here when I work on this side of town. Have been 3x and each time, it was consistent. Unlike…read moreother big coffee chains. The staff is friendly. Good coffee. Will continue to come back.

This place was super cute, cozy and relaxing. Great quick service…read more I ordered an iced matcha with banana syrup and oat milk. It was a nice balance of sweet and earthy. They have different varieties of seating areas along with game boards and books. This is a nice place to just chill with a good beverage.

Located inside the BURNS building. Only signage for the coffee shop is a chalkboard sign out front…read moreon the sidewalk. Couldn't get our usual, as the barista admitted she didn't know how to make a flat white, so we ordered decaf drip with heavy cream. It is SUPER hot and dark and delicious. Totally a great cup of coffee. But we're missing the velvety feel of the steamed cream. TONS of seating. Very 1920s vintage vibe. 100% freaked out by the random camera on the table by the windows that is tracking and following me. Like. Seriously. Not cool.

I really love this coffee cafe, located in the Hemisfair district of San Antonio. I spent time here…read moretwice. Formerly a house, the interior of this cafe has a serene feel inside with comfortable seating. There is also seating on the front porch and a huge backyard patio deck. You order at the counter, which is right when you walk in the front door. Your order is brought to your table, wherever you may be sitting. On my first visit I had a croque monsieur, a deli ham and melted cheese sandwich with béchamel sauce between toasted bread. It was delicious and was served with potato chips. I also got a hot vanilla latte, served in a mug, which was absolute perfection. One thing I liked was the absence of laptop campers. I only spotted one on both of my visits. People come here to quietly socialize or just take a break from life for a few minutes. My second visit was mainly to get another one of those fantastic vanilla lattes but I also chose a chocolate croissant from their pastry case. The croissant, served on a nice dish, was fresh, flakey, and full of chocolate. I sat, relaxed, and felt like things didn't get much better than this.

Commonwealth Coffee was good, but not the best coffee experience I've had. The interior itself is…read morevery clean and has plenty of space inside to sit and relax, which I appreciated. However, parking was difficult and not very convenient. The coffee was good and smooth, but nothing that really stood out. It was solid quality, just not something I'd go out of my way for. One thing that surprised me was the price. My latte was listed at $7, but with all the extra charges for add-ons it quickly became $9+, which felt a bit pricey even coming from Chicago where coffee can already be expensive. What really affected the rating for me was the service speed. It was probably the slowest coffee service I've experienced. I waited about 15 minutes for two lattes, and there was only one other person ahead of me. For a simple order, that felt like a long time. Overall, it's a nice café with a clean, spacious atmosphere and decent coffee, but the pricing and slow service make it somewhere I'd visit occasionally rather than regularly.