There is so much of Castroville to explore, and every time I visit my family, I always find a cool…read morenew place. Did I know there was a beautiful golf course in Castroville? No. Did I know there was a Castroville-favorite restaurant there as well? Also no. We had to try it. Located inside the Alsatian Golf Club's clubhouse is their 19th-hole restaurant and bar: Julianna's Restaurant. Upon entry, you realize the place has been around for some time. It feels very classic San Antonio, with wooden walls accented by tan and white bricks. The restaurant's aged interior gives it a cozy, lodge-like charm. Though the restaurant was pretty busy on a Saturday night, we were seated instantly at a booth that gave me a perfect view of the Georgia-Alabama game on the bar's TV. After nine or eighteen holes, you never know what you're in the mood for. That's why Julianna's has plenty of options: sandwiches, pizzas, pasta, seafood, steaks, and other meat dishes. Our server came by very quickly and got us our drinks, which for me was a tall Saint Arnold Oktoberfest. I had a tough time deciding between two options: a bone-in pork chop or their creamy Cajun pasta. I opted for the bone-in pork chop with a Caesar salad, bacon green beans, and herb rice. My dad got the creamy Cajun pasta, and my mom got the Southwest chicken. It wasn't long until the Caesar salad came out, with huge croutons and a generous helping of dressing. It was excellent to the point my mom wished she had ordered it over her chicken tortilla soup, which she also enjoyed. If you ever order a meat entrée and they stick a steak knife in it, you're in for an ESPN Instant Classic. The pork chop was huge, topped with a house raspberry chipotle sauce. It was tender and cooked well. I'll admit, trying to find the bone versus the pork was a challenge, but I think that was a me issue. I would order it again. As for the sides, the bacon green beans were sneakily running for Sixth Man of the Year, and the herb rice paired with the pork chop quite well. I would go back. The meal was high quality and felt like a hidden gem even for longtime Castroville residents. What a treat. RIYL: Going to golf courses while being very bad at golf.

I heard a lot of hype about the food here so I tried it after a round of golf. I had the Caesar…read moresalad and Pork Chop with chipotle raspberry sauce, bacon green beans and fries. The salad was good. The pork chop was large and it was chewy and not tender. The beans were decent and the fries were meh.

Went in for lunch and the pizza was great! Great price and the service was excellent. We will be…read moregoing back in for more!

Sofia's Pizzeria is one of those spots where pizza isn't just pizza--it's a decision…read more The crust? Just the right balance of crispy and soft. The toppings? Generous enough to make you feel like they actually care. And the flavor? Let's just say one slice turns into three real quick. It has that cozy, neighborhood feel where you can bring family, meet friends, or just show up hungry and leave happy. This is not the place for diet plans. This is the place for "I deserve this" energy--and honestly, sometimes that's exactly what you need.

I finally stopped in at LT Mesquite Brew while on a motorcycle ride. I've passed this place…read morenumerous times so I thought I would check it out. I was pleasantly surprised because in the pictures on Yelp I thought there were only picnic tables. But thats not the case, there are plenty of high top tables in there too. Really nice area for watching games while enjoying your craft beer. I ordered the brown ale and it was very good. I didn't order anything from the kitchen but the food coming out of the kitchen looked delicious. I will definitely be back, this place deserves some further investigation.

Kicking myself. Kicking myself in the arse from ATX to El Aguilón (Eagle Pass). Why? Cause I'm a…read morefool. Been a freaking fool for at least the lastt years, if not longer. Soooooooo on the drive to Eagle Pass, on HWY 90, right past Castroville, there's LT Mesquite Brewhouse. Apparently it's been there dince 2018 and my stupid ass has seen lthe building but never noticed the business. Anywayssssz-uhhh. Its a microbrewery and kitchen and cranks out great beers, food and desserts. Had their football Sunday special: smoked buffalo wings. Gotta be honest, these wings are magnificent by themselves. Their hiuse made buffalo sauce elevates them but simply the smokeyness is outstanding. They're tender, juicy and smoky. All their beers are solid. Flights are a nice wsy to sample their beers. And honestly, the beerd they're crafting out here are better than some of the ones at larger craft beer places. We had the white chocolate cranberry cookie and it was phenomenal. We paired it with the dunkel and stout and Jesus F. Christ! Mind blowing. You should know that they use some of their beer grains in their cookies and this cookie was just delicate, sweet, crunchy but not too decadent. So yeah, I've been missing out these years, after traveling between SA and Eagle Pass. DON'T BE LIKE ME. Shout out to Sean, out server! Fantastic dude with great recommendations.

26 Jul 2023 We had…read moremade a reservation for 4pm, because it sounded like you needed a reservation. We got there at 3:50pm, walked in and no one was at the host station. There was a sign to seat yourselves. OK. We sat down and the bartender brought us menus. Us and a group of three were the only customers. Brought us waters. While looking at the menu, a server comes over and asks if we wanted appetizers or go straight to order. Straight to order, please. The husband ordered the brisket pot roast. It came with asparagus and what he thinks was puréed squash. I had the pecan chicken. Panko breaded with pecans and a bourbon sauce. Maple and bourbon were the flavor elements. Came with baked Mac and cheese and sliced slightly charred carrots. This was really good, as was the husbands plate. Warm Sourdough bread and butter is served with the meal. We split a Caesar salad. The salad was OK, the dressing was a little tart and served on the side. I'm taking a slice of chocolate cake to go. As I peek into the bag, it is a generous slice with strawberries and a dollop of whipped cream. Stay tuned. The restaurant is part of the Hillside Resort. Looks like a bunch of rooms. When we were about to leave a group of women came in and sat at the bar. I told the bartender we'd heard about them through Texas Eats. He said 'are they still showing that? That was about six chefs ago!' All righty then. I'd say it's worth a trip to try.

Lovely restaurant located in a local Castroville hotel with beautiful scenic views of rolling green…read morehills. Reservations were made ahead of time for 4 and upon arrival we were were seated right next to the large open windows. Ordered the Berry Patch cocktail- nice and refreshing with a splash of mint leaves. Menu wasn't overwhelming and had a nice assortment of dishes. Starters ordered - pork belly bites and fried Brussels sprouts. Both highly recommend! Dishes ordered- salmon, pork chop, pot roast, and steak. Pork chop and steak were not dry, but juicy with lots of flavor. I loved pot roast growing up , so I had to order it here. Although tasty, texture was a little chewy and tough. Also would have enjoyed a little more helping of vegetable/potato purée underneath the roast. The salmon dish looked fabulous, but was slightly salty. The sweet bun that accompanied each dish were delicious! Service was good. I'd come back to try the pork chop next time around.

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!!

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!!

I ordered the thin crust "ultimate pepperoni" pizza. Which…read moreis described with TWO layers of pepperoni. Which this thing did not. Felt like I paid for a specialty pizza, but received the cheap $6.99 version. Even called to confirm that I got the right order, guy answered phone said I did. Got it quick, good service when I came in store. Store was clean.. so kudos there. But I'll never order this again. I'll stick to the pan pizza I guess. Cause I feel jipped that I paid $17 for this sad looking shit.

my husband and I went to order late night pizza on NYE so we didn't have to cook and this location…read morehad 1 employee working the entire store. Cashier, making pizza, and etc. Poor girl was DROWNING in orders... dominos, do better. no one deserves to suffer like that working by themselves on one of the busiest days of the year.

I walked in to a tiny but cute little bakery. We went early morning, the case was full of gorgeous…read morepastries. My husband and I chose 2 goodies each. He got the cream cheese strawberry pastry and pineapple upside down mini cake. I chose a simple chocolate chip cookie and a chocolate croissant. I love how these pastries are not too sweet. I asked the employee to choose one for me. She decided on the strawberry filled pop tart which I probably wouldn't have chosen myself. But i'm sure glad she did! The pastry was flaky and soft, the strawberry filling was not overly sweet. The pop tart was so good overall! I will definitely be coming back on my next cheat day.

Baked by Chef Grecia Ramos is hands‑down our favorite bakery in Castroville. Every time we stop in,…read morethe pastries taste like they were made with real care -- rich, fresh, and never overly sweet. You can tell everything is baked with intention and skill.The shop has that warm, small‑town feel, and Chef Grecia always brings a level of excellence that sets her apart from any bakery around San Antonio. Whether it's her breads, cookies, or specialty items, the quality is consistent every single visit.My wife and I always look forward to coming here. It's the kind of place you recommend to friends without hesitation. Castroville is lucky to have her.