Theory Coffee Company

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My favorite places to go our new coffee shops! This one was really cute, the only thing is the parking is tricky, but it's not too bad. The coffee was so good and actually tasted like coffee.. The guy was helpful and kind. Great small place and has outside seats if you want to hangout there. read more

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Finally made our way to Theory after many years of passing it up. The lot was PACKED. Once we pulled in a patron suggested we parking the neighboring PNC bank lot (on a Saturday it was closed) and that worked perfectly. We used the sidewalk and made our way over post parking (lots of spots there! No issue at all). The line was long but moved quickly and since this was our first time we didn't see and menu and asked. The barista said there isn't a menu but filled us in on what they serve and the house made syrups they have. This made the order process quick BUT downside is you don't know what you're paying until you finish ordering. The vanilla latte was great- not too sweet but you can still taste the vanilla and the espresso come through. Would return as it was reasonably priced and delicious! read more

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Why have I waited so long to stop here!? Saw that Theory made the Top 100 and had to make my way over the next day! Didn't even know this was a whole little food truck park too. Right off the highway!! And it stayed busy y'all!! Went for the coffee and it did not disappoint! Ordered a pumpkin spice latte, cause-it's pumpkin season y'all!!! It was soooooo good!! I want one now. Geez. Loved the presentation and that lovely little orange cup. So nice. Friend ordered an iced PS latte and really liked it too. Plenty of little tables and spots to relax and other little trucks to stop in for food. Theory also had some pastries too. Loved this little spot. Couldn't believe how bumping it was so early in the morning and it stayed that way the entire time!!! If you haven't been, go check out some great locals! P.S. Naco taco parked right next door was yummy!! read more

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Amber P.

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Ok. Hear me out. If you want coffee coffee this is your place. If want want cute, yummy, and the vibe this isn't for you (me). There was no menu. There is no cold foam. The coffee wasn't bad, it just wasn't what I was looking for. read more

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Alice S.

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It was real coffee! Yum. 1st time there and didnt know what to getbut what I got was so so good!!!

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Sarai L.

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Why: Needed some beans for home and this was a top recommendation so i decided to stop by & I am so glad i did! Who: Great friendly customer service! I asked for bean recommendations and this is what the barista handed me! It's been great in my home espresso machine! What: I ordered an iced honey latte with cinnamon and it was flavorful and not lacking in espresso at all! I've been to a few places in town that make my latte taste like milk with no espresso. How: It's a cute little coffee truck off the freeway, which can be looked at a little intimidating but with the other food carts around it's a great place for a lunchtime stop! I can't wait to bring my fiancé back when he is in town! Period: For all your coffee needs Theory coffee HAS it! read more

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Brenda J.

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Staff was super friendly and welcoming.. I ordered the Honey Cinnamon latte it was delicious. Shoutout to all the team! Not only did they walk me through their menu they told me about the other food trucks...highly recommend if you want a delicious coffee and amazing service! read more

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Clara G.

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Honestly may be my new favorite coffee spot in the city. I love when my latte is strong in coffee flavor and this place nails it! They get Bakery Lorraine pastries delivered every morning also which I was not expecting but added to my amazing experience. read more

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Carmen P.

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Good coffee, service is great, always busy but the line goes by quick! The drinks are always so good and it's next to Naco Mexican which is really tasty! They play good music and are all very friendly. read more

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One of the original coffee trailers in my opinion . The coffee is always great and the staff is very friendly. It's a great spot to check out other food too. It's located in a food truck parking area off Nacadoches and 410. read more

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Theory is a really great coffee spot if you are out and about. They have a good selection of coffee and other drinks as well whole bean for purchase. They are often busy and the parking lot can get full since they share it a couple of food trucks but there is always street parking in the nearby neighborhoods. read more

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Magdalena P.

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Coffee tastes amazing and hard not to order two cups of coffee! The honey coffee latte with whole milk tastes delicious!! Friendly staff and outdoor sitting! Pet friendly for guest to enjoy outside!! Food trucks are available for guest! read more

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Abe T.

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Great customer service and my go to coffee every morning before work. I love this spot.

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Karina E.

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I made a mobile order for this place which I thought was really convenient. This was a coffee truck located in an interesting place, I think it used to be a gas station. There was another food truck located nearby that had breakfast tacos. The line was pretty long for both trucks which signified popularity. The coffee was pretty good! The price I feel was a little high for San Antonio, matched I feel Austin coffee prices. I would recommend but I know there's equally as good coffee with more affordable prices in the city, nevertheless it was good and I liked it! I would get again if I was in the area. And I love the design of the sticker! read more

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Minh D.

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2 years ago

Easy no frills coffee truck with good cappucino. This truck is located at an old gas station repurposed into a food truck park - they have a mexican truck next to theory and a breakfast food truck across. I had a decaf cappuccino that was good, seems like their espresso are light roasted though so take it as you will. They use Mill king milk and have lactose free options, which I appreciate. It was busy on the weekend but they were quick about the orders. Lots of seating around the truck, overall pleasant place! read more

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Daisy G.

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I live in the Timberwood Park area and it's hard to find a good coffee place open early in the morning over there, so my Google search led me to Theory Coffee. Amazing coffee!! Good vibes. Give it a try. I'm hoping they will serve matcha sometime soon. read more

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Mikayla K.

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Great coffee! This little food truck/coffee stand was pretty busy even at 2 in the afternoon which is telling. There isn't a menu but the barista was very helpful and told us what they offered. They only had a few flavor options, so we went with caramel in an iced latte. I might've preferred it to be a tad bit sweeter but it had a great flavor and I really enjoyed it. Theres a few chairs and tables outside but not a ton of seating options especially with how many people were there. Would definitely come back if I was in the area. read more

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Nancy V.

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Tried it for my first time in December and it was one of the best coffee in the area. Service is great as well and friendly.

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Deb M.

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My favorite coffee spot in SA. Excellent coffee choice! Super service, friendly staff and even though it's a open Air coffee shop, the ambience is spot on read more

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Carina J.

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Coffee was strong and good. The owner was very nice to me too. Great customer service.

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Nicole D.

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Delicious coffee! There's no menu, but they make any of your usual coffee drinks like lattes and cappuccinos. We ordered an iced caramel latte and a hot honey latte. Natural flavors and a good amount of sweetness. We enjoyed sitting down and listening to the music from the truck while chatting and drinking our coffee. There are a bunch of food trucks under the roof of what looks like an old gas station. It was really bustling on a Saturday morning and had a great atmosphere. We'll be back soon. read more

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Celeste A.

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Iv have passed this place a few time. First time visiting and it was very busy! I had to park to the park lot next door. The staff was very nice. I got an ice dirty chi. Delicious! Order came out super fast! They have few tables to sit on in and out of the sun. The environment was very chill and relaxing. You can come and definitely just sit in chat with friends! read more

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Victor H.

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(From April, 2022) Might be my first time getting coffee from a truck in Texas. Been to a few coffee trucks in DC which have always done the job. So why would my experience be any different with this one? And it wasn't as I got what I wanted: killer coffee beverages served quickly by a friendly staff. Reading other reviews, there's traditional coffee-type drinks (lattes, cappuccinos, americanos, etc.) and they have bags of beans for purchase. I settled for the Chai Latte, smooth and warm, it provided a great tune-up before heading to the Naco Eatery truck next to it for breakfast tacos (more on that review). Quite a delicious coffee beverage if you ask me. Right off 410 at what used to be a gas station (that's what it looks like to me), the truck is in a covered area and there's stools to sit at next to the truck's pick-up window. They have quite the following here with many regular customers; staff made their drinks without them even ordering. Coffee beverage concocted, given to the customer, who paid $$$, then on their way. Pretty efficient way to operate if you ask me. Can't wait to come back to this for my caffeine boost! read more

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Valerie M.

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Coffee is so good and fast service! I got an iced latte with chocolate syrup. It was delicious. read more

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Omar Z.

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Small stationary trailer setup with great coffee and customer service. Everyone got coffee and everyone enjoyed the three unique drinks. I opted for the vanilla latte with an extra shot. It did not disappoint. It's not far from the Hilton garden inn that I was staying at so I'm really glad I found this joint and thank the yelpers for giving it a spot on rating. read more

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Tom W.

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2 years ago

A five star espresso pull for a first rate cappuccino. Its just a roadside coffee truck but this is clearly their regular spot with outside seating, plenty of parking and great service. Very convenient just off Eastbound i410 at Nacogdoches Rd. Highly recommend. read more

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Andy O.

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Young lady who greeted me was nice enough to share the entire menu with me or simply make anything that I wanted the coffee is really good and next time I'm around this way I'll make sure to stop by and get some more coffee read more

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Matthew S.

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Incredible cold brew; smooth and crisp. No aftertaste! Friendly and patient service. Outdoor seating helps with the wake up and sunny ambiance. read more

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Chandani D.

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Got into town and needed a coffee fix upon leaving the airport. Loved that this place was so close and provided quick service. Super friendly baristas and my latte (with the seasonal pumpkin caramel syrup) was perfect...highly recommend! read more

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Poonam S.

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Parking: it's a food truck - there's plenty of parking all around Service: excellent -the line could be long, but it's worth it!! Coffee: too good! Oat milk Cappuccino or latte or cortado -you can never go wrong!! read more

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We've been coming too Theory since he first started parking here at this location. The coffee has always been amazing & made perfectly too my liking. Today I tried the chai latte lactose free w/ caramel & it was amazing !! If your ever in the San Antonio area this is your coffee guy . There's live music today & other food trucks at this location. Amazing , amazing , amazing coffee . Try it , you'll thank me later ! read more

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I usually don't stay on this side of town, so I didn't know any coffee shops to go to this morning. I stumbled across Theory Coffee. It's not only super cute, but the coffee is actually good. I'm so picky when it comes to coffee and Theory checks all the boxes. Also, who doesn't love nice customer service? Definitely going to be coming here anytime I'm in the area. Also, I like that their oat milk isn't goopy and syrupy. I find a lot of little coffee shops use bad oat milk which ruins the consistency. 10/10 :) read more

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Graci K.

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we got a caramel & vanilla latte! their coffee is pretty good! they were good for a cold day!

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Agnes M.

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Cute place. Great Lattes. Highly recommend! I wished they had alternate milk options but the oat milk did the trick. read more

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Our favorite coffee truck in town! Amazing service - everyone is nice, attentive, and no matter how long the line is they are always fast. There are nice places to sit nearby and there happens to be some food trucks nearby as well so the location is idea. Great music always playing, and plenty of shade for when it gets hot. The coffee... always perfect. We go at least once a week. read more

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Winnie Y.

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Yelp came through with a great recommendation! My husband and I were looking for a coffee shop as we came into town. This coffee truck was on the grounds of an old gas station. It was not far from the highway we came from and easy to get to. The coffee was great and it was the perfect road trip stop. read more

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Brian F.

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Only negative is summer time. Staff was super friendly and the coffee is solid. I like that there's a little food truck lot starting up. Got a cold brew and it was very concentrated, just how I like it. I can def see hanging out at one of the tables during cooler days, but no way during the summer. Pretty much park wherever you can fit, but plan for how you're going to get out. I'd def check this spot out again. read more

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Zai A.

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Looking for a good coffee spot and my friend recommended Theory Coffee. At first I was skeptical but when we pulled up they had a food truck right next to it... WIN!!!! The customer service was A1, the staff was polite and patient as I looked through the menus and asked questions. They made recommendations and I obliged, I'm glad it did it was delicious. We sat at the covered tables and enjoyed a taco and an iced coffee. Great start to the day read more

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More info about Theory Coffee Company

2347 Nacogdoches Rd
San Antonio, TX 78209
Oak Park/Northwood
Directions
(210) 570-4407
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http://www.theorycoffeeco.com

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Hours

What time does Theory Coffee Company open?

Theory Coffee Company opens at 6:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.Theory Coffee Company opens at 7:00 AM on Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Theory Coffee Company close?

Theory Coffee Company closes at 6:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Fri 6:00 AM - 6:00 PMSat-Sun 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Theory Coffee Company take Bitcoin?

Yes, Theory Coffee Company takes Bitcoin.

Does Theory Coffee Company take credit cards?

Yes, Theory Coffee Company takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Theory Coffee Company have catering options?

No, Theory Coffee Company does not have catering options.

Does Theory Coffee Company serve alcohol?

No, Theory Coffee Company does not serve alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does Theory Coffee Company allow dogs?

Yes, Theory Coffee Company allows dogs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Theory Coffee Company have bike parking?

Yes, Theory Coffee Company has bike parking.

Does Theory Coffee Company have outdoor seating?

Yes, Theory Coffee Company has outdoor seating options.

Does Theory Coffee Company have parking?

Yes, Theory Coffee Company has parking options. Private Lot Parking, Street Parking

Other Amenities

Is Theory Coffee Company wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Theory Coffee Company is wheelchair accessible.

Does Theory Coffee Company have free WiFi?

No, Theory Coffee Company does not have free WiFi.

From the Business

Specialties

Theory Coffee Company is a mobile specialty coffee trailer located in San Antonio, Texas. We proudly serve a locally roasted coffee, out of Round Rock, Texas. Owner/Operator, Mark Vollmer Jr., has been serving the food and beverage industry for 19 years and counting. His love and passion for food translated into an education and degree in Culinary Arts from the Le Cordon Bleu program at the Texas Culinary Academy in Austin, Texas. Over the years, he has held many positions in the restaurant, ranging from bus boy to kitchen manager. Recently, Mark was able to hone his skills in the preparation and craft of specialty coffee drinks. Theory Coffee serves up an American Traditional approach to specialty coffee preparation, with the utmost care and attention paid to the highest quality in coffee drinks Follow us and our journey as we help expand the specialty coffee community here in 'ol San Antonio, by serving coffee out of one rad trailer!

History

Established in 2015.

Theory Coffee Company is a family owned and operated specialty coffee trailer serving up some of the finest the city can offer. You’ll find the owner Mark Vollmer behind the bar on a daily, making drinks, chatting it up with the regular customers, and serving up the good stuff. After years in the restaurant and service industry, Mark decided to offer up his style of coffee presentation, using Wildgift Coffee Roasters out of Austin, Texas. Parked under an old gas station awning, Mark and crew can be found in the early morning hours, six days a week. They always pack a crowd and move through lines faster than any shop in the city. Theory prides itself on consistency, fast and friendly service, and the best quality brewed coffee in town. Paired up with local bake shops, The Bread Box and The Pink Flamingo, the trailer will surely have a little something for everyone. Theory Coffee also makes their own almond milk daily, along with other non-dairy offerings.

Meet the Business Owner: Mark V.

Mark has been serving the restaurant industry for 25 years and counting. He has held many positions ranging from busser to manager. His love and passion for all things food started at a young age while helping his mother prepare dinner in the kitchen for the family. He translated is time in the kitchen at home to time learning the back of the house. Once he graduated and received his degree at the Texas Culinary Academy in Austin, Texas. He recently had the opportunity to fine tune his preparation of specialty coffee and ended up taking it one step further by opening a mobile coffee trailer in north central San Antonio.

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I have wanted to try Jason Dady's DUK truck for so long and finally know where to find them on…read moreFriday nights. What a wonderful WOW food experience. The DUK tacos are so good with the duck confit and the add the pineapple, crema and a squirt of fresh lime juice. Such a treat. The bahn mi is most excellent! Three cheers for the DUK!

DUK Truck has to be my favorite food truck in SA. It blows the rest of food trucks out of the…read morewater. I mean really, it is just on another level! I have tried Chef Jason Dady at a Yelp event before and really enjoyed it. So when I heard he also owns a food truck called DUK Truck that sells Asian steamed buns, I am so there! I went to the restaurant week food truck event in downtown just to try the DUK Truck. I ordered the Asian steamed buns of course. It came with a salad too as a special. I have to tell you these buns are NO JOKE. The buns were super soft, the meat was melt in your mouth tender mixed with unexpected greens and other ingredients. It was heavenly! The salad was not your everyday salad. It was high class, very well made with goat cheese, pear, etc. I can't say enough good things about the DUK Truck. For the Asian steamed buns alone, it is a five star food truck hands down! I might have to start stalking them to satisfy my cravings. As I said, once you go Asian (steamed buns), you never miss an equation!

Duk Truck set up on Main Plaza

Short rib buns, yum yum!

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The world is your oyster @ the Duk Truck

Food Truck Park

3.3

(3 reviews)

3.3 mi

Yo puse un food truck en ese lugar hace como 5 meses. La primera semana hubo una balacera, la…read moresegunda semana llega la policia a desmantelar un club clandestino que tenia el Sr Santiago "dueño del lugar" la tercera semana roban todos los cables de electricidad de los food trucks. Realmente un lugar muy peligroso para ir y para trabajar. Ademas el Sr Santiago NUNCA nos regreso los $400 doloras del deposito, nos citamos en varias ocasiones para vernos y nunca llegó, es una persona muy impuntual, mentirosa y se vuelve agresivo despues de que uno le marca 20 veces para cobrar. NO RECOMIENDO EL LUGAR PARA NADA

Food was great at la bahia food truck they also have delicious drinks the service was great very…read moreattentive also the ambiance great music taste!

Food truck for drinks

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Bobcat Bites

(7 reviews)

2.2 mi

Classic food truck eats! Oily American fare with some unique twists. This is a food truck so it…read moremoved around the city, but most weekends, it's parked at StreetFareSA and that's where I find it. I know they also visit some of the bigger condo developments like The Flats in Southtown. The two women who run it are great at what they do! Friendly and attentive. Last weekend, I ordered a chili dog, but they were missing Fritos (boo!), she told me and asked if I wanted a substition. I declined, and she said the next meal was on her. Sure enough, last weekend I visited them again with the intentions of buying my food, but she had remembered and gave me my order on the house without me asking at all. Now the food. I've got to say, the poutine fries and curds are awesome. The fries themselves are a little limp and not my favorite, but the cheese curds are spicy and to die for. Works well with the poutine. I wish you could order just the cheese curds with poutine and leave off the fries. They have a good variety of burgers and hot dogs including Bacon Mac 'n' Cheese, Guacamole, Mushroom Swiss, chili, Poblano, queso jalapeño burgers. I can't speak for those, but I have had the Frito and chili dog and the Cream Cheese Sriracha dogs, and both were pretty good as far as hot dogs go! Nothing to write home about, but decent! It's worth a shot at least.

First time at StreetFare SA and I discovered this amazing foodtruck! We just got home and I…read moreimmediately had to write a review. The food was delicious and did not disappoint. We purchased the Bacon Mac Cheeseburger and the Tostada Burger and they were worth every penny. Will definitely be back soon! Thank you for being so sincere and making such great food.

Half pound burger with homemade fries.

Tostada Burger

Bobcat Bites Food Truck.

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Food, service and ambience is always great! We got beef and broccoli and Sichuan noodle with pork…read morebelly!

Ming's is Asian fusion and I found it to have Asian confusion. The food was fine but nothing…read morespecial. It's casual, order at the counter, but pricey. Most of the steam buns are about $5.00 and are good for three bites. The bowls selection reminded me of ordering at Chipotle, but with an Asian flare. The high point was the service. We had a very attentive food runner that cared and was very nice.

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Inside

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Crispy Money Bag Shrimp Dumplings

Boss Bagel

These bagels are so delicious! Huge portions, great variety, fast service, at a cozy spot.read more

Visited here before boarding a flight back home. Lots to pick from including bagels and cream…read morecheese. I wanted something with a bit more substance, so opted for a sandwich that was easy to take on the flight and save for a bit later if I needed. I don't really remember what sandwich I got, but I remember it being good, and I definitely had leftovers. Service was good, nothing spectacular or over the top. Order was ready pretty quickly as well. The neon lights are a nice addition and eye catching. Thanks for a nice preflight and flight meal.

Cross section of the Slammin' Salmon bagel sandwich with house-smoked salmon. I asked for double salmon because I'm iNsAnE!

Interior 1/2024

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Seating and on the right is bagel making area

Indy Coffee

I've driven by Indy Coffee many times, but never stopped in until this week…read more The service was so friendly and helpful. The coffee was 10/10. The ambiance was relaxed and lovely. It's great to know that this place is close by when I need a caffeine pick me up.

One of my GO TO and top coffee joints in the 210. The coffee is always great, the food is awesome,…read moreand the atmosphere is fun.

Vanilla cold brew with oat milk

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Avocado toast

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Texas Cookie Shop

4.4

(94 reviews)

8.9 mi

We will return. We had 6 different items and they were all great. Expensive but great.read more

Cookie was delicious, very quiet atmosphere, service was great…read more It's worth the effort to drive there from 1604 , probably the best brownies in town

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Pho Viet

The pho is amazing! The broth is always so hot and savory! Perfect amount of noodles , only…read moredownside I would say is the acetone smell from the nail salon next door But everyone and everything was amazing Quick service

First time having pho in San Antonio, and as someone coming from Houston where we take Vietnamese…read morefood seriously... I have to say, this place was legit! The broth was the perfect mix of sweet and savory, and adding a little chili oil? Chef's kiss. Everything came out fresh and piping hot, especially the chicken wings. They had a slightly strong vinegar smell at first, and I was a little suspicious, but one bite later, I was minding my business and tearing them up! Crispy, flavorful, and so good! San Antonio definitely knows how to throw down when it comes to Vietnamese food!

Mi combo dry. It comes with the soup 5/5

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Pad Thai Shrimp

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Victoria V.

Elite 25

3

50

35

1 year ago

If you consider yourself a coffee connoisseur, you need to check out Theory Coffee--this spot is next-level for those who truly appreciate craft coffee. From the moment I walked up and heard, "Tell me anything you want, I'll make it," I knew I was in for something special. No menu, just pure coffee artistry. I put them to the test and ordered a dirty chai latte--and let me tell you, it was hands down the best dirty chai latte I have ever tasted. And I don't say that lightly. I've had dirty chais from multiple cities and states, and nothing has ever come close to this one. It was perfectly balanced, rich, bold, and smooth, with just the right amount of spice and espresso kick. If you love coffee, this is your place to let your imagination run wild. Tell them what you like, and they'll craft something incredible. No frills, no gimmicks--just damn good coffee. Highly, highly recommend Theory Coffee to all my fellow coffee lovers. You won't regret it! read more

Ning H.

159

47

11

8 years ago

So far, best coffee in San Antonio.....I have to make almost a U-turn to get here, but it is so worth it. Also, the owner knows how I like my mocha, and I'm the pickiest coffee drinker in the world...... You know Meg Ryan in "When Harry Met Sally?" I'm that bad, if not worse.....like every restaurant I go to, I have so many modifications..... anyway, not only do these guys get my drink correct, but they remember my "special" order every time I come. Oh yeah, I forgot.....fastest baristas in the city, too......I hate waiting 20 minutes for a latte.....at those "other" places. read more

Bella W.

62

4

0

8 years ago

The best way to awaken yourself is to have a cup of coffee. Either you want it mild or strong, this coffee shop can provide the taste you are looking for. The entire place is also convenient to do some studying, read a book or what you have to do with your free time. The staff is always on lookout whenever their customers might need their assistance. So far this is the most suitable place for me to grab some coffee. read more

Gabby A.

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2

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10 years ago

Best coffee in San Antonio! I spend lots of time hunting down new coffee shops to try out in San Antonio, and I always find myself coming back to Theory Coffee. The Cappucino is my go-to order. I've brought so many friends here as well, and they all fall in love. I constantly rave about this place! If you are questioning whether or not you should try it out...GO! You won't regret it! read more

Jeff S.

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2

0

8 years ago

The absolute best coffee in San Antonio, hands down! Mark, Don and Roger at Theory will give you top notch service and make a mean cup of coffee while they're at it. There is always a crowd and they are very good at getting drinks out to you with a quickness! Next time you're in the area, skip the rest and give Theory a spin.... you'll thank me later :) read more

Marissa H.

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8 years ago

They have delicious coffee, it really is the best! The only problem is the lines are very long,so with 7:00am to 8:00am traffic, you better leave early! You would not even think they had this good of coffee. But believe me it's worth it!! read more

Amy L.

5

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1

11 years ago

Awesome coffee! We have a home machine too and we are buying our beans there as well as the occasional drink. They are excellent every time. We love Marks personal espresso blend. We will return! read more

Amelia G.

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3 years ago

This is the BEST COFFEE in San Antonio. I was floored on the first sip. I went three days in a row after trying my first latte! Just wish they had a bigger size haha. read more

Aaron B.

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9 years ago

Just found this coffee truck on Yelp. Stopped in this morning and the basic brew coffee is incredible. This may be my new go-to coffee spot. read more

Mark B.

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5

1

3 years ago

The service and good quality coffee can't be beat! If you're in the area this is a must stop! If you're not it's worth the trip.

Arthur R.

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4

0

6 months ago

Amazing coffee! Whenever I don't have time to make my own coffee at home, their drip is a superb replacement!

DuShane D.

144

9

3

7 years ago

These guys are great! Really good coffee, really good service, and just all around excellent. Great job!

Michelle R.

0

3

0

5 years ago

No. I was not impressed with the menu. So we left before getting served, need i say more?

David J.

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3

0

10 years ago

Best coffee around. They make my coffee exactly how I like it.

Mike A.

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9

1

8 years ago

Good peeps, good grinds - all good grounds for a good Theory

Gabi P.

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2

0

10 years ago

Best coffee I have had in San Antonio!

Feli C.

Elite 22

285

166

1002

9 years ago

Great coffee, get here early though!

Dave S.

0

2

0

10 years ago

Best coffe in San Antonio...!!!!!!

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