La Villita Cafe

What a great spot. For starters the employees were super friendly and interactive which was nice. The brisket sandwich was delicious, very tasty meat with great flavor. The omelette was delicious, the salsa they serve is superb, very flavorful. Great spot and inside the La Violeta Village area near everything.

The friendliest staff!! Really felt like eating a home cooked meal. They were very attentive and just had the brightest attitudes. My matcha was AMAZING! Much better than I expected for a small local cafe. A must try if passing through the Villita

This is a great little place and a nice break from Tex-Mex when you're in the area. The Hangover Burger was absolutely perfect. The chicken salad was tasty. The service was friendly and the location and atmosphere was quite fun and enjoyable. We will certainly return.

I had such a great experience at La Villita Cafe this morning! The iced latte was absolutely delicious—smooth, flavorful, and you can tell they use high-quality coffee beans. The breakfast sandwich was incredible, with a buttery croissant, perfectly cooked eggs, and savory ham. Everything was fresh and well-prepared. The atmosphere was cozy and welcoming, and the staff were so friendly and attentive, making me feel right at home. The area itself added to the charm—perfect for a relaxing morning meal. I’ll definitely be coming back! Highly recommend this spot for anyone looking for great food, excellent coffee, and a warm, inviting vibe.

We became temporary regulars of this little cafe. The foods were so good everytime and it soon became our go-to breakfast spot. The servers were kind, remembered us and sometimes gave us a little discount for returning. The food was always spot on. I had lunch here many times, The brisket wrap was so so good. No comments to make, I loved it. The brisket biscuit Benedict was always perfect, cooked to perfection and our poached eggs were always 10/10. Really well done, and we ate this day after day for breakfast. Pancakes were good! The tacos were okay, I probably wouldn’t get them again. They weren’t my favourite. Coffee was always good, chai latte was great. I’m gunna miss this place :(

Don't hesitate -- just GO! Went here for breakfast while staying at the Riverwalk for a concert. Really nice area, beautiful building with good a/c, the nicest people and the best food and drink. We got 3 breakfast tacos with varying combos, the Santa Ana Rancheros Plate (pictured), a cappuccino and regular hot coffee. Accompanying salsa was delish -- everything fresh and made to order. Now that I'm back home in MD, I am wishing I could eat at this cafe again! You won't be disappointed, just go. Excellent service and friendly, helpful people. We talked to the owner (Barry) and he was very interested in making sure we enjoyed the food and experience... thank you, Barry! Keep up the good work. We hope to come back someday for -- all of our meals :-)

Love this place. I tried the Brisket Biscuit Benedict; so good! It’s like an egg Benedict’s cowboy cousin. Generous amount of brisket, on a thick biscuit, savory/sweet tomato sauce on a perfect poached egg. Large amount of skillet potatoes. Gotta try it! Was told the Santa Anna Rancheros plate was delicious!

We arrived right when they opened and were told there would be a bit of a wait due to a grill issue. We grabbed some drinks and started to leave to find another place to eat. As we were heading out, we ran into (who I believe was) the owner. He took the time to explain the situation and let us know it would only be about 5 minutes. We decided to stay, ordered our food, and were very happy we did. The Santa Anna plate was incredible, and my wife really enjoyed the French toast and all at a great price.

we had the tacos and let me tell you they so good the tortillas were amazing and the salsa that came with them was out of this world (Deliciousness)!! The flavor of the salsa was everything San Antonio this isn't a full restaurant it is a cafe but for quick bite this a gem. we had the tacos and let me tell you they so good the tortillas were amazing and the salsa that came with them was out of this world (Deliciousness)!! The flavor of the salsa was everything San Antonio this isn't a full restaurant it is a cafe but for quick bite this a gem.

So this is how it goes you go up to the counter, you order your food, you give them your name, they holler it out and bring the food to you The best part is that the staff is amazing, friendly and the food is a little spicy but so good The atmosphere is magical with both indoor and outdoor seating and the best part is they do great service and are personable The place is clean and the hibiscus tea is amazing if you like it sweet let them know The breakfast tacos are served til 11a but the rest of the breakfast stuff is served all day So delish would you get your butt's over there already!

My husband and I came to San Antonio to celebrate the New Year. Originally we planned to grab breakfast in the hotel restaurant, but after waiting a lengthy time without anyone waiting on us, we decided to look elsewhere. An Apple Maps search for breakfast spots in our vicinity revealed La Villita Cafe not far from where we were staying. We cannot recommend La Villita highly enough! From the moment we walked in, we were acknowledged by a friendly employee who explained that patrons place their orders at the counter: beverages are picked up from the counter by patrons, food is brought to your table. The food is absolutely delicious, the service is stellar. The owner, Barry, took our order and when I said "Oh, you're the owner," he replied, "No, you are!" I loved the commitment to a pleasant atmosphere, friendly service and excellent food. My husband enjoyed his Santa Ana Rancheros plate (two eggs, potatoes, and refried beans, topped with salsa and two flour or corn tortillas) and I enjoyed my Village Breakfast plate (two eggs, two strips of bacon, and two fluffy buttermilk pancakes) with an iced vanilla lavender latte.When we visit San Antonio, we have a list of favorite places we like to go and we will be adding La Villita Cafe to our list.

(From January, 2025) Saturday morning, walking from my hotel on the riverwalk and suddenly I'm in La Villita where I stumble upon this spot. Needing breakfast and coffee, I place my order for a pair of breakfast tacos (brisket & egg, chorizo & egg) and an iced coffee. Props to the cashier for allowing me to still order the tacos as it was a little after 11AM when they cut off selling those. I won't forget it! Food arrives and I sit outside to eat. Tacos got flavor in the flour tortilla although the tortillas were a bit hard, like cardboard texture. Nonetheless, the chorizo & egg hit the spot and the brisket was tender with some fattiness for extra flavor. Drizzle a little red salsa for some kick to it. As I ate and scanned the outside area, there's plenty of people moving that allows for people watching or you can listen to the person with the speakers playing their instruments for tips. One guy had his violin and played all sorts of tracks including the star wars theme and Benny and the Jets (Elton John); I was quite captivated by it. Solid service and food make this a cool spot that should be frequented when you're in the La Villita area.

I lived in San Antonio for over a year, hearing all the hype of this place but never got to visit so made sure it was on the list for my recent weekend trip. This restaurant is in the older historic part of town and is within a little shop area which is cute. You order at the counter and then your food is brought out to you. I ordered two breakfast tacos (sausage & egg, bacon & egg) and my friend ordered the cowboy burrito as it was the special. I enjoyed both of my tacos and was only surprised that the sausage was not your typical breakfast sausage and instead was more of a kielbasa style sausage. As for the cowboy burrito, I think both my friend and I were surprised at how small it was as it was comparable in size to just my regular taco. The employees are very friendly, the spot is cute amd the food is good but I do think it's a bit over hyped and wouldn't be a key breakfast spot I'd recommend if only in town for a couple of days - leave it to the locals for now.

Cute and vibrant eatery nestled in San Antonio's charming La Villita historic arts village. The staff is very welcoming and friendly, and the service is fast. You can choose to eat indoors or outdoors. We got a yogurt parfait, two egg you choose, and vanilla lattes. Great breakfast or brunch spot! Easy access to the river walk and the building has clean bathrooms as well, making it a must visit for starting a day in downtown San Antonio.

French Toast plate, breakfast tacos, and omelette plate customized to preference. Leslie greeted us and gave us the lowdown on highlighted specials and entrees. I will definitely return to this place! Put it on your list next time you are in San Antonio area!

The cafe is lovely and a nice place to go to instead of an expensive hotel breakfast. It opens at 8 am. Their coffee is excellent and I learned that they use Folgers. The last time I was impressed with coffee I was surprised that it was also Folgers. There's something to be said about that brand when it's brewed right. The breakfast portion was generous, but the taste was typical.

We got the cafe a little after it was listed as open. The closed signs were out, but only one door was slightly opened and we could see two people inside; they saw us but didn't say anything. My husband checked the open time again and confirmed it was open. He leaned in and asked if they were open, the woman said yes, we went and sat down. She said, "Come to the counter, if you want to order, we went up. I ordered coffee, Eggs Benedict on toast and avocado with brisket. My husband order eggs, potatoes and toast, can't mess that up, but they did. And, my breakfast was disgusting, I have attached a photo, but the taste, yes I tried it! I cannot describe it, but I could not take one more bite. To sum it up mine was bread not toast, guacamole, not sliced avocado, and it was brown, white looking ham, two poached eggs, with a horrible taste and a nasty sauce that was supposed to be "brisket". Save your money, go elsewhere.

I was a tourist and visited La Villita Cafe for breakfast this weekend 11/15/25. I was disappointed with the food and the cashier. The prices we paid were all wrong and different from the board showing prices. I asked the cashier and he said that the prices had changed about 5-6 months ago and they hadn't gone around to changing. That is first time I have encountered this and not good business. As for the food, the sausages were not good. We expected regular sausages and they were sausages that were cut up in small tiny pieces. Not tasty at all. This place was quite disappointing.

Amazing food, they have a couple types of pancakes you can mix in 1 order. In 3 days I've been there 4 time, not just for the food. The staff is super friendly and the service is great.

Great service. The cashier was extremely friendly, I regret I didn't get his name. He made sure we were taken care of and constantly checked on us. I believe the owner or the manager was also working there -very friendly. The food was good. I ordered way too much food but I got a chance to try everything I wanted. We decided to sit outside since it was a beautiful morning. I do recommend this place. Great location to stop at when your out site seeing San Antonio

Stumbled into this place one morning while staying on the Riverwalk... their vanilla lavender latte with oatmilk was very good and hit the spot! Located in a cute place with several shops etc right off the Riverwalk

Felt very comfortable going in for first time. Small staff was helpful, genuine and kind, actually. Had the Santa Ana Ranchero breakfast plate. Very simple, yet very good and tasty. The entire property, inside and out, the RiverWalk, the old style masonry work was all tremendously pleasant to experience. Love Downtown San Antonio & La Villita Cafe!!

This place is so cute and amazing. Great coffee, great food but even better service. A gentleman named Leslie greets you and tells you all about the menu. I thought he was the owner, he takes so much pride in the place!! We had the power breakfast and iced lattes - delicious!

It's downtown, smack in the middle of a touristy area, but it's good, y'all! The staff is super eager to please. We tried a variety of things on the menu, and everyone was very pleased. I had the chicken wrap with pesto.

YUM! I was randomly walking on the riverwalk when my stomach started growling. Not wanting to pay $25+ for a subpar hotel breakfast, I found out I was close to a place with great reviews and $2.95 breakfast tacos. Sold! They were sooooo good. Fresh, quick and generous portions. But the tortillas made it. They were so good (unfortunately i don't regularly get good texmex anymore after moving to Dallas). I wanted order a dozen to take home, they are that good! Service here is friendly and efficient. You order at the counter and they deliver to your table. Also coming around and clearing plates as you finish. 2 tacos, a soda and tip was $10. Great deal for downtown on the Riverwalk. Come here and try out their breakfast tacos

What an amazing breakfast find!! The food is very fresh and flavorful and the menu is robust. The workers are very inviting and kind. Leslie was the best! Checked on us frequently and offered great suggestions. I would highly recommend this spot!!!

I was in town visiting and a friend suggested we try this place. When we got there the restaurant was buzzing. However, it became pretty clear the priority of all staff was a large to go order. I ordered the buffalo chicken sandwich and a tomato soup for my friend. The food took 40 minutes to come out. Additionally when the sandwich came out it was another ten minutes before the soup came out. When asking the server about it, she was extremely rude. The food was okay, the fries are definitely frozen and it felt basically like something you could order from a concession stand. I am sure there are better choices around. Perhaps breakfast is better based on other reviews, but be warned of servers with attitude.

Lesly was such a good waiter! Super welcoming! The food was also really good I recommend the Santa Anna plate

Walked into the La Villita Cafe about 1p for a lunch away from my desk (for once); it was relatively empty and quiet - which I prefer. As I stood there, reading the menu hanging on the wall behind the counter, one of the hostesses graciously offered a handheld menu (she may have thought I was having trouble reading it). No bother, I'm grateful she offered. Shows attentiveness. She also called my attention to the specials - which I also appreciated - as I ended up ordering a special off that board. A board I otherwise would have missed completely... BBQ Brisket Melt with fries it was for me! The food was delivered to the table quickly by a friendly face, and I LOVED it! Brisket was juicy and fries crispy. Employees checked on me a couple of different times, and cleared away my plate when I was finished. It's obvious they go above and beyond and want to ensure patrons have a good experience. I just KNOW - had I asked for something else - it would have been no problem. One of them even remembered my name (they take it when you order), and hollered a personal "Hope you have a great day, Bailey" as I left. Overall great experience. One, tiny, drawback: price. Look, it's La Villita, it's the heart of the Riverwalk, very touristy, and one of the absolute gems if you're visiting SATX, but I'm not quite sure the meal was worth the price. I mean, I even drank water... Knock a couple, three bucks off - I'm there every Friday... Beautiful space, friendly people, good food.

Food was good. Nothing extraordinary as we were just walking around searching for some food. Why not try something local? Super cute space. And the staff were super nice.

absolutely loved the fresh brunch food at this spot! My dish was flavorful. The area is perfect for capturing cute pics, with its charming ambiance and Christmas decor. It's a great place to enjoy a delicious meal and snap some memorable photos. Highly recommend for a brunch date or a casual outing!

First time at La Villita cafe. A pleasant surprise how delicious the food is and great overall experience. We were greeters with lively and kind staff when we ordered. My husband and I had walked past it a few times since moving to SATX and visiting La Villita. We finally made time to try it. It is a very traditional and simple restaurant with a great variety of menu options (Breakfast, Salads, sandwiches and more). They have traditional American breakfasts as well as mexican breakfast options along with alcohol, coffee, tea and juice options to drink. My iced coffee was actually one of the best I've had in a while! My husband enjoyed his mango mimosa as well. I opted for a traditional American breakfast (eggs, bacon and pancakes) and my husband ordered the Santa Ana ranchero plate (over easy eggs topped with salsa, refried beans and home fries/potatoes) we shared a bite of each plate and everything was so flavorful and a perfectly filling portion! My husband and I were both so satisfied and cleaned our plates completely! We will definitely be returning and I highly highly recommend!

Delicious food, great coffee and cool outdoor atmosphere. This is a very good walk up, deliver option in the heart of historic La Villita neighborhood. We got the Rio Wrap and chicken salad, along with a couple of lattes. The food was very flavorful (rio marinated) and savory/sweet (chicken salad). The coffees were smooth but robust. We sat outside and were able to watch all the people drift by. Entertaining and relaxed.

Fantastic cafe for breakfast tacos. Great quick service fair prices. Really tasty. Super filling and flavorful

Saw this place on yelp and the breakfast tacos sounded amazing, so I made my way to here. When I went to order, I was informed that they don't do breakfast tacos after 11 AM. I got eggs with a red non-spicy salsa, potatoes, beans Corn tortillas on the side. When I got my food, most was lukewarm But my beans were cold. The potatoes were not seasoned but thankfully they had Cholula packets on the table so I just drizzled that on top. They do have a bar and Wi-Fi if you're looking for a place to hang out and do some work. It's steps away from the Riverwalk and walking distance to most hotels.

Amazing! The best food and service anywhere we have been. Found this gem on Yelp and it was 10 minute walk from our hotel. Service is top notch. The sweet girl and guy working were the nicest we have come across. Next time in SA we will be back! *Ash was her name! *

The service was very friendly and fast! Our party of six ordered, breakfast tacos, French Toast and Village Breakfasts. Everyone loved their food and the atmosphere! We will be back.

Great friendly staff!! Great environment and food! We can in from California on our way to New Orleans this place was a great choice. We all got great service and we hope to come back again. If you're looking for a great place to eat, then you need to come in. You will not be disappointed. We travel all over the world and this is on our top of great places to come in! The menu is amazing everything looks delicious you can't go wrong. So give it a try you won't regret it!!! I think we met the owner he was great energy from the moment we walked in!!!

I was in town because my wife had a conference and I was working remote from the hotel and went looking for breakfast. Found this place and it was so delightful! I actually took my wife back for lunch! The staff is super nice and helpful. The tea and burgers are excellent. It's an old building but feels historic and not old.

Yolanda is the best mostest amazing cooks with so much love! We love her and will definitely be back for her amazing food and service! you girlie!

When you first step inside here, the line may be long. Fear not, it moves quickly and the food is totally worth it. Great service once your order gets in. I sat outside and watched the parade of people exploring the riverwalk adjacent shops. Adding to the vibe was the sweet stray cat that appreciated a few kind scratches. I saw other food coming out and it all looked great. This was my second time here and will not be my last. I had the Santa Anna Ranchero breakfast with a side of guac and corn tortillas. Came out hot, tasted great, and would order again.

Drinks were great. Loved the churros! The peanut butter and jelly shooter was unexpectedly tasty

Very friendly staff. Food is very good I had the breakfast tacos. My sister had breakfast sandwich. My mom had bacon eggs and fruit. Would recommend this place

Wow, this is a MUST if you are in San Antonio. Came here with two of my good buddies, and the manager from the cafe helped us find a place to park. She was amazing and personable and funny! We ordered our food and I got the Rio wrap because that caught my attention and after I ate it I was like OH MY GOSH that was good. It comes with ranch and hot sauce and just a little dip in that and boom .. a taste of heaven. What I will tell you next is my favorite part about my experience. I look at a sign, and it is quoted by Barry, the owner. At the end, his phone number. Yes his REAL number, who does that! Incredible. They even let us change the channel to watch the World Cup! All around, 10/

Beautiful place, the staff were very welcoming and polite. The food was delicious and the drinks were great. I would definitely come back!

I hate to have to leave a poor review but I have to in this case. First, the service and ambiance are excellent, no complaints there. The food, which I argue is the most important aspect of any restaurant was the worst. There is no excuse to have the food be what it is in a place like this and being charged high prices. There were four of us and I'll break down the food and the issues: 1) All the food that was to be heated were served cold (the restaurant was no busy, it was only us). 2) omelette and pancakes. The omelette was okay but over-cooked. The pancakes clearly taste like box mix. The syrup was your basic Smuckers syrup which wouldn't be a problem but this place is supposed to be a breakfast/lunch cafe. 2) Swiss and ham sandwich - this sandwich was a basic school lunch sandwich. Ideally a Swiss and ham should be melted. I was given packets of mustard, ketchup, and mayo. Why? 3) $10 Santa Anna Rancheros. There was nothing ranchero about it. The unsalted scrambled eggs were cold and topped with "fiesta blend" cheese which was not melted, ever. The beans were clearly canned beans as well. The potatoes were cold and not fully cooked in the middle. No crisp whatsoever. The salsa was decent. 4) $11 the brisket wrap. Brisket didn't have flavor and larger cubed chunks which made it hard to eat. The guacamole should have been in it but it never was in the wrap. The iced coffee was overly sweet and not easy to consume. All were served on paper plates and paper cutlery like we were at a ball park. Again, I hate having to leave this review but I wanted to leave an honest, transparent one. We left unsatisfied.

I was surprised to find a charming café in somewhat touristy corner of San Antonio. The people working here are very friendly. The food is prepared quickly from fresh ingredients and is high-quality. Totally recommended.

Great Breakfast Spot in San Antonio! The location was amazing, right off the of the Riverwalk. The food and service/staff were amazing! We tried the pancake plate and the french toast plate! It was so good.

We ate there during our visit to San Antonio this summer, great Mexican food, great salsa!

A cute little local place. The coffee was good. I had the avocado toast and my husband had the biscuits and gravy. The staff were friendly and service was quick. Lots of places to sit. Check out this local spot.

I was looking for a light healthy option near the River walk and stumbled upon La Villita Cafe. Sometimes when it's hot and you've been eating so much food and BBQ, because when your in TX, you eat! I was craving something light, healthy, and refreshing. I really enjoyed the cranberry chicken salad, served with fresh veggies and crackers, over a bed of arugula, and a side of fruit. It was exactly what I wanted, fresh, delicious, and nutritious. The service was friendly, quick, and warm. The waiter helped me make a great decision! The cafe was also super cute, each table was decorated with flowers and the ambiance was great! I stayed on the River Walk for a week and ended up coming back twice to eat here and ordered the same thing both times. My friend really enjoyed her Veggie Sandwich she ordered as well!

Fantastic local breakfast spot! The tacos, wraps, and plates are loaded with Mexican flavors and fresh ingredients. The Mexican Hot Chocolate was a HUGE hit with our kids. Steps from the Riverwalk, they have both outdoor and indoor seating. A must when you're in San Antonia!

Great environment and food. Just need a better and faster way to get the orders. I spend 6-10 minutes waiting because the cashier prepares the drinks. A little expensive in my opinion, prices on the board look OK but many extra charges.

Good quick place to drop in and grab breakfast all day. Reasonably priced. Had the brisket biscuit benny. Go give it a try.

A gem within a gem within a mess. If you have been near La Villita in the past three years you know how impacted it has been by all the construction on Alamo Street and in Civic Park. It is a hidden gem in normal times, but the "progress" downtown makes it almost like an Indiana Jones adventure just to find it. The same goes for the cafe hidden inside the village. BUT BOTH ARE WORTH THE EFFORT. The food in this cafe is better and more sophisticated than you would expect from the casual Old Mexico decor (which itself is very pleasant). The ingredients are always fresh and the dishes elevated beyond expectations. I almost always go for the omelette because of the fresh vegetables, but the breakfast tacos and homemade sauces are also excellent. On our last visit my daughter had the Artisan Village Wrap and was pleased. The Cucumber Sandwich and the Veggie Sandwich are not standard fare, and make this cafe a standout for healthy eaters. The service is always friendly and fast. Can't make it to San Miguel de Allende for breakfast? Head on down to La Villita Cafe.

The look of old San Antonio all around you, fresh eggs, bacon and powdered sugar on your pancakes. It was all very well done, with friendly staff, and quick. Cant ask for much more! Had the eggs your way!

Don't normally do this - but in for the weekend from Michigan - had breakfast and a lunch here. Fantastic!!! Simple and in a quieter location for those who like it calm for a bit!