El Patron

The food was good. The service was great.. I would recommend this place…read more Definitely would come back. -yesica was my server she's was great

Serene was a great sweet attentive waiter and the food was yummy! Verde sauce was yummy and spicy ,…read morestacks country fried chicken was nice and crunchy !

Berry Belgian waffles

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Mango Haus

4.4(311 reviews)

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Everything tasted super fresh, especially the mango dishes and drinks. The flavors were sweet,…read morerefreshing, and perfectly balanced -- you can tell they use quality ingredients. I tried one of their specialty desserts along with a mango smoothie, and both were honestly addictive. The atmosphere was clean, cute, and relaxing, making it a great spot to hang out with friends or grab a quick treat. Staff was friendly and patient while explaining the menu too, which I appreciated. If you love mango anything, this place is definitely worth checking out. I'll definitely be coming back to try more off the menu.

the owner was very kind, he brought our table a sampling of a great appetizer which was delicious…read more however when our dinners were served my husband's enchiladas were cold and my salad was severely lacking gusto. the greens were soggy and the amount of chicken was less than expected for a dinner entree. the chicken wad also tough from being over cooked. i did send my salad back, however what they brought back wad was not an improvement. being absolutely exhausted from our drive in and taking another couple as guests we could not complain as really was what we wanted to do. Overall, a clean and elegant environment but the service, portions and quality were lacking.

Dining room

Patatas Bravas Dinner

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Chilaquiles rojos.

Huevo House

4.0(94 reviews)

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This is honestly probably the best breakfast/brunch spot in town for the food. They have such an…read moreextensive menu with different food options for everybody. If you love breakfast foods, you definitely can't go wrong by going here. I always struggle with what to choose because everything is so good! If you have a sweet tooth, the B-N-W waffle which has banana, Nutella, and walnuts for the toppings would be a great choice. The chilaquiles with any choice of meat is incredibly flavorful and one of my favorites on the menu. I also appreciate their extensive drinks menu as you can choose anything from a michelada to a latte. At this specific downtown location, the service is always great. The servers are friendly, attentive, and always make sure you're satisfied with your food/drinks.

It's always a struggle to find a breakfast spot that satisfies both me and my husband--he's always…read morein the mood for Mexican food, and I'm always craving a classic American breakfast. We finally decided to try Huevo House, and with a name like that I was expecting both cuisines, but I wasn't expecting the Mexican flavors to be this good! The menu was a decent size--one side for breakfast and the back for lunch. I didn't look at the lunch side, but the breakfast options were great: plenty to choose from without feeling overwhelming. They serve pozole on Fridays and Saturdays and menudo on Sundays. The pozole was full of flavor and honestly one of the highlights of our visit. Thank goodness we finally found a place that satisfies us both! I ordered the Country Benedict and he ordered the Brunchiladas--both dishes were delicious and came in generous portions. We also tried the Abuelita Latte and the Mazapán Latte. Both were very good, just on the sweeter side, so if you're not into sweet coffee definitely ask for half sweet. Our server was attentive and informative. She took great care of us and even made conversation, which added to the overall experience. Overall, such a good visit. We'll definitely be back!

Pancake

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Outside front entrance of restaurant

Huevo House

3.6(330 reviews)

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10/10 huevo house is now our go to breakfast location. Staff are really friendly and kind the…read morecustomer service is excellent. They attend you very quickly. The meals it's self are big portions and adorable price. overall always satisfied. Thank you huevo house !!!

Francis & Zani were amazing from the minute we got there & sat down to the minute we left. The food…read morewas delicious, drinks were had & drank! Will definitely be back when in town!

Cute indoor decor

EL DIABLO OMELETTE and Country Potatoes

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Belgium, waffle with fresh banana slices and caramel drizzle

The 18hundred

3.9(959 reviews)

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The 18Hundred is such a fun place to come and dine at! I love that this building was once a…read moreSecurity Trust. The modern decor doesn't take away from the whole vibe. The neon signs are especially fun too. I came here to celebrate a friend's birthday. I was the first to arrive, and since they don't do reservations, I requested a table. We were expected to be quite a large party (approx.10-12), so it was pretty difficult getting seated quickly since they had to figure out spacing. But that's understandable with how limited the seating is already. I was between getting the zucchini fries and the brussels sprouts, because their brussels sprouts are so tasty and flavorful. But ended up ordering the zucchini fries, because they are incredible! They're nice, hot and crispy, and go amazing with their ranch! For my main dish I ordered the Wild Caught Cajun Salmon Salad. I had never had it before but it was really good & filling! The food took a little long to come out, but again, it was understandable with the amount of people in our party. Overall, I was satisfied with my visit and will definitely come back!

Best burgers in town!!!! I don't use best lightly I truly mean it their burgers are the best! I…read morerecommend the bako burger! Also they make amazing mixed drinks. 10/10 spot!

Chill vibe

MUSHROOM SWISS BURGER

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Mimosa w/ pineapple juice

Scrambled

4.3(221 reviews)

6.0 mi

Me and my wife came here on a last minute decision. What caught our attention was the reviews and…read morelet me tell y'all. They did not let us down! Food was amazing it was super packed especially because we came 2 hours before closing but even with it being full their service is super quick and attentive. I In a big chilaquiles guy and honestly these might've been the best ones I've had in town. A little spicy but definitely worth it. 10/10 recommend! God bless all of you!

This is my second time dining at this establishment. During my first visit, the customer service…read morewas outstanding, contributing to a pleasant diner atmosphere. I had the salsa verde chilaquiles, which had a nice kick to them, and the eggs were cooked perfectly to my preference of over medium. However, on this visit, the beans were cold and seemed like an afterthought on the plate. The tres leches dessert was just okay, and the country potatoes were soggy. Additionally, the eggs were overcooked this time. Overall, I'm still undecided about this establishment.

Nice interior

Ice cresm strawberry waffle

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The dudes chicken and waffles 9/10 on 4/20.

Moo Creamery

4.1(3k reviews)

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I had my daughter 17th birthday from start to finish the Moo creamery staff went above and beyond…read more The food great and the ambiance was just what we needed. I would recommend them 1000% Thank you for such a great dinner party today. We couldn't have had a better waiter Aimy she is absolutely amazing than you so much.

We had a wonderful experience at Moo! The brisket melt was amazing!!! Kaylie was an amazing server!…read moreShe was friendly, attentive, and made us feel welcome from the moment we sat down. Her service was excellent, and she went above and beyond to make sure we had everything we needed. It's always great to have someone like Kaylie taking care of you--she has a great attitude and really made our visit enjoyable. We truly appreciated her wonderful service and will definitely be back!

Bakery Area

Mediterranean Lamb Burger Salad Bowl 02/26/25

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Moo decor

Cafe Smitten

4.4(1k reviews)

6.1 mi

If you're looking for a place that checks all the boxes. This is the place to go. The food is great…read morethe service is great and the atmosphere is nice.

Went to Smitten downtown for breakfast with some friends before a morning of shopping. We each…read moreordered a coffee and shared a toast flight, which ended up being the perfect thing to share. The first toast was peanut butter and strawberry jelly topped with coconut flakes. The second was almond butter and banana with cocoa nibs, honey, and cinnamon. The third was Nutella and hazelnuts topped with strawberries and coconut flakes. They were all delicious, but my favorite was definitely the Nutella and hazelnut toast. Everything tasted fresh and flavorful, and the variety made it fun to share and try different combinations. Service was quick and friendly. The ambiance is a cute cafe vibe. You place order at the counter and someone brings your order to your table. Smitten is definitely a must-visit spot when downtown for breakfast.

Interior

Moroccan eggs Cheddar scone Earl grey pie

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This strawberry mocha special is divine

Toasted

3.7(429 reviews)

1.1 mi

Now I know why Toasted is so busy!! I came in on a Wednesday morning around 7:30am. There was…read morealready a Large table of 10-12 diners and more walking in. Within 15 minutes, the entire restaurant was filled. I ordered the pozole and chile verde pork burrito to go. It took about 20 minutes, which is understandable with a full restaurant. The pozole is simple and delicious: chunks of chicken breast and hominy in a rich broth. I added the diced white onions, cilantro, squeeze of lime and tortilla chips. Delicious, fresh, simple and clean. Love, love, love this pozole. $15.00 The chile verde pork burrito, which I ordered without any additional ingredients, is also delicious. Chunks of pork in a tasty chili verde sauce. Definitely enjoyed this burrito! Great customer service, delicious & fresh food! Definitely recommend and will return. Support small, local businesses!

3.5 stars rounded up…read more Came on a Saturday morning with a friend for a breakfast hang. It took a while to be approached by the staff and then luckily seated quickly because a table was miraculously open. But after that we rarely saw our waitress. Long waits in between ordering, receiving food, receiving check etc It was decorated lightly for Harry Potter over its regular decor which was confusing, but the waitress said the owner loved Harry Potter and it was his birthday. Can't argue with that, pop off dude. The food itself was good. I had a latte and a breakfast burrito with chile verde and fruit pancakes. The chile verde was the best part of the meal. Everything else was pretty average and typical for breakfast food. I did like their extensive menu and Mexican American flavors, it was a fun touch. I'm not sure I'll be back on a weekend, not worth the hassle. Would try on a weekday

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Fresca sangria Mocktail

Bread & Honey

3.9(299 reviews)

1.0 mi

Cute little pastry shop next door to Planet Fitness. My daughter treated me after our workout!…read moreMaybe because it was a Sunday or the time of day it was but it was dead. It was just us and a family member of the girl who was working, they were chit chatting. The pastries looked and tasted delicious! My Jasmine got something with Horchata and I got a mocha latte.

This is my second time visiting but I brought my mom today. It's a cute little shop that sells…read morecoffee, smoothies, pastries, and cakes. It's usually just one worker, maybe two. The girl working was nice, she was patient with us. She was doing everything on her own. The pastries were bombbb. Very fresh and soft. The drinks were tasty and we also got a coffee frappe and it was pretty strong I was surprised it wasn't sugary. I think the only uncomfortable experience was her mom came and they were just talking out loud with me and my mom sitting there. I get it though since it was very dead and mom and daughter love. Overall, nice little cafe.

Comfortable interior.

I think it is called Miss Pink.

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Larry P.

12 years ago

Wow, We had lunch with a large group (CNS) and the service was absolutely Great!! We started off with appetizers which were fairly quick and total meals within themselves. The taste was awesome with great spices but not mouth wrenching heat. Everything hit the spot. Along with the great service and quick drink refills it made our visit much more pleasant. When the main course came I was blown away by the presentation and taste. We laughed and enjoyed every aspect of the place. from the ambience to the service to the art work they called food. The large booth was just right for us and was clean and ready for us... read more

Michael L.

9 years ago

to the management of el patron. this restaurant is one of my favorites for it's great food and service. however the past couple of weeks my friends and i have not had good service. the bar tender has had a very bad attitude and has shown bad service towards your guests. he ignore us at the tables, and prepares the drinks as if they were giving them away. please fire that bad presence or at least call it to his attention as he is becoming a toxic influence for your business. myself and about 5 of my friends agree that this should be done. thank you and i hope that this situation will be attend to. (hi's a tall guy) read more

Greg T.

9 years ago

Haven't even tried to food here yet but sitting down in this gloomy environment and the non conversational wait staff makes the vibe here feel like I just walked in the middle of a funeral. Turn on some lights, talk to your customers, and smile. JEEEZ ......after getting our food, the service got worse, had to get up several times to either remind them of something we requested or to get a refill, there was only 3 other tables to wait on, come on guys get it together. The food wasn't bad but I wouldn't come here again from the service and gloomy environment. read more

Katy F.

12 years ago

I thought the best part of the Mexican food was the appatizera because they were "killer" . I loved the nachos because they were tasty. I thought the meal was excellent and satisfying because the meal was plentiful and included the things I wanted. The reason I enjoyed it was the reason I wanted to go. Part of the reason was the delicious Mexican cuisine The other part was the amazing atmosphere. The waiting tine wasn't too bad because of the amazing atmosphere and the appatizers. The reason I went besides somewhere else was the amazing atmosphere. read more

J R.

10 years ago

Major appetite killer! I was ready to try this place on Friday night. I had a hard time finding a parking spot, I was excited. That many people here, this place must be great! Walk in and it's busy but the smell of overused cooking oil was overwhelming! Why didn't it smell like Mexican food? Fajitas? Nope! Hostess didn't even notice us standing there. After being ignored and getting nauseous from the smell, we decided to leave. We definitely will not be trying this place ever again!!! read more

Rafael B.

12 years ago

The service was very excellent and the food was delicious I would recommend this restaurant to anyone. The food was ready in about 10 mins which is a excellent wait time. The hostess were very polite. It was my first time visiting and I would definitely go back. I would like to thank Dustin Heick,and Michael Liebel for inviting us to eat at this very delicious restaurant read more

Michael C.

9 years ago

Amazing service I go there pretty often they have amazing food I definitely recommend going here with family

Ryan B.

10 years ago

Food is good! Happy hour is from 3-9 which is awesome! But I'd almost take two stars off for the service.

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