Ordered a cake from the cake department a few days out. Amazing customer service, very…read moreknowledgeable on what they could offer me. I thought the cake turned out great and the price was even better!

Old school German looking bakery that relies heavily on pecans from the area. I bought an…read moreassortment of cookies that all had pecans in them. Chocolate Chip, sugar cookies, white chocolate macadamia (I guess it was white chocolate pecan in retrospect) all had pecans. The cookies were all pretty good but on the harder side. We also got a few pastries. I got a cream cheese Danish, it was tasty but the bread was a little stale. I expect a bakery to sell more fresh items. They also had pies and bread for sale, but I didn't partake in those items. The bakery decent but I wouldn't make a special trip for it. I also wouldn't recommend if you have a nut allergy!

The pork belly was great. I got and end piece off the board, which at first wasn't excited for but…read moretried it anyway. Somehow they have a perfect crispy char with a juicy bite. Mac and cheese along with house made potato salad were great as well. No complaints on the turkey or brisket I tried. I'll be back next time I pass through!

"If you build it, they will come." Castroville BBQ is one of those places that you will enjoy…read moremaking the drive for. This BBQ joint is located in Castrovilles's Historic Downtown and offers some GREAT Texas BBQ. The staff is friendly and the building is so lively! On this occasion I ordered a sliced brisket sandwich, some macaroni and cheese, and cheesy potatoes. The sandwich was full of delicious brisket that was tender, hefty and very filling. The macaroni and cheese were cheesy and warm. And the cheesy potatoes... those cheesy potatoes were absolutely perfect! Creamy, warm, and buttery. I loved every bite. Add Castroville BBQ to your list and visit soon!

This was our first time at Mongolia filling station. They do have to go cups, but also the proper…read moreceramic mugs. Something that most places are missing nowadays. The latte was superb! So good, we stayed longer and had another. The staff is extremely friendly. We love going to places with character and history. It really helps take ya back. We will definitely become regulars.

In Castroville, one of the places I visit most has to be Magnolia Filling Station, the only true…read morecoffee shop in town. It's small, always busy, and always slinging quality coffee. The shop is made from an old gas station that was converted into a cafe. They serve pastries along with a wide range of coffee beverages. I always find myself drawn to their seasonal drinks, which are usually themed around something fun. This year's holiday menu was Ice Age themed, but I remember last year being Shrek themed, and I think there was even a Top Gun themed menu at some point over the summer. For the Ice Age menu, I got a Manny which was a Chocolate Orange Mocha drink. I got it hot and it was great! The space inside is quiet, nice, and well lit. It's a great place to get work done. In the past, I've noticed the wifi could be tragically slow, which made some tasks difficult. During my most recent visit, though, I don't recall the wifi being slow at all, so it seems like that issue has been fixed. There is also plenty of outdoor seating if you get lucky with one of the three nice weather days in San Antonio. I really like the coffee here. For such a small shop, they do a great job, and it has become an essential stop for me every time I am in Castroville. RIYL: Coffee shops that are old gas stations but do not have a functional gas pumps anymore, so you don't accidentally get gasoline instead of a latte. I hate when that happens!!

Damn fine donuts top notch fritter and the jalapeño cheese kolache mmmmm. This thing said that I…read moreneeded 85 more characters and I don't know how much more you can say about a donut shop

This place is the perfect lil donut spot in a small town.... Fortunately it's located on a busy…read morehighway with easy access. The staff was very friendly and the facility was neat, nicely decorated and clean. The donuts were great! We had a variety of donuts and they all tasted wonderful. I also enjoyed the sausage egg and cheese breakfast sandwich and loved it. Iced Blueberry - taste great Sour cream donut - amazing Glazed donut - taste great Chocolate glazed - great Sausage egg cheese taste great We will definitely return soon to get some more.

Pretty strong butcher shop with some good and unique items like their Parisa which is basically A…read moreworking man's version of beef tartar. I will drive out of my way to get it as I head into South Texas. They also have Alsatian style sausage, which is a nice change from the German and Polish and Czech sausages that we have in abundance in Texas due to our history (All well appreciated!) And I always bring an ice chest to get some custom cut steaks which is always nice. Great Stop! I like it so much. I bought a t-shirt

WOAH!!!! This place is a grown man candy store. They have jerky, freshly made kolaches, sauces,…read moresteaks, and so much more. They also apparently will process your wild game for you too. I bought a brisket kolache which was phenomenal. The best thing I ate in Texas on my 9-day trip. I got some jerky which was delicious and perfect to have in my backpack while hiking in Big Bend. I also bought some cherry salsa and bourbon bacon bbq sauce. I didn't tear into them until I got home. My only regret is I didn't buy more. I need to make another road trip to Texas and next time I will bring my cooler and max out my credit card.

Lovely lunch only spot in Old Castroville. Fabulous, scratch made food, gracious staff and owners…read moreare usually around to say hello. Nice outdoor seating in porch or patio and dog friendly (if your dog is friendly.)

This place really is the cutest!! It's a truly hidden gem, that's not hidden to Castroville! Ha we…read morewent for Mother's Day and got right in! The food is amazing! Everyone enjoyed what the got, which I don't even remember now that I'm writing this review. But we talked to some people next to us and they said they have loved everything they've tried there and they were from SA. I love the indoor and outdoor seating! I love that they turned an old house into a cafe! We will be returning often after church!!

Stopped here while driving the hill country. This place is a real gem! Do not pass it by. We got a…read morecouple of cookies, an apple strudel, some apple strudel coffee and an apple buttermilk bread. Everything is delicious! The staff were very friendly and the store is adorable. We hope to return for lunch one day.

This place is super cute and the food delicious! We got a piece of the apple pie, apple turnover…read moreand the cookie. The cookie was my favorite.

INCREDIBLE bakery, burger, coffee, and service! On a Saturday morning, there was a line out the…read moredoor and down the street! We were given menus to look at while we waited so by the time we got to the counter, we were ready to order. The baked goods aren't on the menu, so when we walked by the counter filled with croissants, kouign amann, bear claws, apple pie, cheese cakes, it was hard to choose what we wanted!! We ordered: the Alamo Burger: a 8 oz wagyu beef smash burger , served with a fried egg, caramelized onions, cheese on a crispy croissant bun. It was incredible and worth the 15-20 minute wait! Almond croissant - a monster sized, flaky croissant with a generous almond filling. Guy Fieri highlighted this croissant on his DD&D show. It's probably a million calories not worth it! Tequila strawberry tres leches croissant - a small, cream filled croissant with strawberries. This was our least favorite. My husband didn't like the filling, I didn't like the sogginess of the croissant. Coffee - really good brewed coffee with free refills. We plan to go back a few more times while we're in town!!

Our first time at La Panaderia at La Cantera for breakfast…read more One server,taking over the counter orders,and a long line to be served. We were not impressed with breakfast or long lines. Look up online Porto's,Burbank,Ca. Porto's Bakery and Cafe 4.8(26K)‧$10-20‧Bakery‧Open Overview Menu Photos Reviews About 0:23 0:16 View All There model of serving customers, is 4-8 order takers, behind the counter,and guess what, the line diminishes in minutes.