Mi Tierra Cafe y Panaderia

Wow, this restaurant, cultural icon, is a great restaurant and Panaderia. The bar was excellent, and the food and drinks were great. My wife really loved the Mariachi floating around to sing her favorite songs. It is a great blend of culture and great food. And now that I know the baddest human ever known ate there, I would definitely go back(see below).

What a fantastic experience. The ambience alone is worth visiting this place. With Mariachis singing at your table and enormous margheritas, we enjoyed some delicious Tex Mex food. We also shopped at the pastry shop and everything we tried was great.

The dining experience was unfortunately less than satisfactory. While we were seated promptly and our food arrived quickly, the server neglected to warn us about the hot plate, resulting in burns. The non-complimentary musicians repeatedly approached our table soliciting song requests. Furthermore, the server's persistent efforts to sell alcoholic beverages, despite our sobriety, led to a noticeable change in their attentiveness and a lack of refill service. The food was unremarkable, and while the cheesecake was creamy, we saw mold on the donuts.

Beautiful locale. I love the ambiance. The server, Hector, was great. He was very attentive. If you are coming with a group, everyone has to be there to be seated. I would definitely recommend this restaurant. FYI, the parking lot is kind of tight, so be careful.

Mi Tierra Cafe is an absolute gem in San Antonio! I’m not usually a fan of margaritas, but their prickly pear margarita was fabulous—so refreshing and delicious! The atmosphere is lively with mariachi musicians serenading guests, adding a perfect touch to the experience. Our food arrived quickly, and I had the chicken enchiladas en mole. They were incredibly authentic and so good that I could easily eat twenty of them! To top it all off, the dessert display was impressive, stretching the length of the building with tempting treats. If you’re in San Antonio, don’t miss Mi Tierra Cafe—it’s a must-visit for amazing food and vibrant culture!

Nice decor and good food, but..... It's not the first time we've been here, the food is very good, the decoration and atmosphere are more than present, which is good.... But the service we got on our last visit was really unprofessional, as if we were bothering the waitress... really disappointed.

Not from San Antonio so it was any years since my last visit and first time bringing my wife. Happy to see it is still the same awesome place. Very fun, romantic date spot. Love to see big families and groups celebrating together too. Love the decor and the murals!

This restaurant is a lot, in the best way. The food was delicious. Everything was very flavorful. They leave their holiday decorations up all year which looks great, but are kinda dusty. There's so much to see and a very impressive looking bakery as well.

Great service. Maria B, our bartender, was absolutely amazing. She was very nice, made all of our drinks very delicious, and was fun and enthusiastic. Wonderful music.

We came here for a late-ish lunch on a Friday with a large group of 11 (made a reservation in advance). Our waitress did an amazing job of juggling our lively group - drinks were always filled, orders found their way to the appropriate people (even when we moved seats), and it was always done with a smile. Food is your typical TexMex fare, prices are reasonable, and portions are large. The atmosphere here is worth a trip alone - so vibrant, colorful, and lively. It is a true experience!

Please, if you are visiting San Antonio...skip this place. I'd say maybe it's worth it if you come in just to enjoy some margaritas and share some tortillas but the food here is not IT. When in San Antonio there is so many amazing Mexican restaurants to try and I feel like people default to coming here on their trip because of the location and the fame it has gathered. However despite the "fun" interior the food is anything but. The food lacks seasoning of any kind (it's Mexican food...why isn't there any flavor here!?) and the cook on the meats we had was overdone and tough. Definitely not worth the 18+$ per plate. The service is always wonderful, our server was a great guy and our tip reflected his wonderful service.

I brought a friend for her first visit to San Antonio. After a day time stroll on the Riverwalk, we walked over to the Market Square Downtown. After some shopping, we popped in for lunch. Super busy!! The decor was what a tourist wants in a Mexican restaurant, but the bones of the restaurant underneath it all were solid and appealing. My papa doesn't hear well, so we asked for a quiet table on the patio. It was nice and the roving musicians kindly asked whether we wanted music and moved on when we said no. The waiter answered all our questions and we all ordered off the lunch menu: the chalupa, the relleno, and the pollo al carbon. The sauce on the enchilada that came with the chalupa was superb; the rice was tasty but unremarkable; the chalupa was piled high and delicious. A wonderful and filling lunch. My friend was delighted with her relleno-- the pepper was not as spicy as she's had in the past and she appreciated that. She was also very excited with the filling. I wish now I had tasted it. Papa ate the chicken and accompanying enchilada with gusto! We didn't hear a peep out of him until he finished his plate. We were too full to check out the bakery. Def will try next time.

I was visiting family in San Antonio and my aunt wanted to take us here. It was a really cool authentic Mexican experience and the food was great. The decor was also awesome right when you walk in. The prices are pretty cheap too. I got the deluxe platter and everything was really good. Also the chips were good which is always a winning factor for me at a Mexican resteraunt. The bakery line was so long so I just had to try. It was worth the wait. The babka was delicious and all the desserts looked amazing.

This place was so cool inside ! A lot to look at and take in . The food was good . Our waitress was a cutie . You can tell they been around along time . This restaurant was HUGE . Like HUGE HUGE inside . We came at like 1pm and it was packed .

Finally got to dine here on my second visit to San Antonio. The space is massive with plenty of seating. Did not seem like a reservation was really needed as it was half empty. The service is pretty standard. Not the friendliest person, but he did his job well and was super attentive. I got the Chalupa Combo ($15.25) with Chicken. This came with two chalupas, one cheese enchilada, and rice & beans. You will be stuffed if you finish this plate by yourself. This can definitely feed two people. Overall, it meets expectations. Did not get anything in the bakery section so cannot comment on that. They do have a mariachi band walk around to play music, but you have to pay them (or waiting for another table to pay them) in order for them to play a song or three. They will not play for free.

Located in Historic Market Square, Mi Tierra Cafe and Bakery is an excellent Tex-Mex restaurant. On the day of our visit it was swarming with patrons. We had to wait nearly an hour for a table. It was worth the wait. While we were waiting we had time to check out the huge variety of bakery items and to explore the various areas of the restaurant. It is beautiful inside and architecturally intricate. Our lunch partner ordered an Enchilada platter. One of the chicken Enchiladas had a mole sauce that was the best I've ever had. My wife ordered a platter that included a stuffed poblano pepper, chicken Enchilada, rice and refried beans. Excellent in all regards. Vanilla Flan for dessert. Delicious. It was a fascinating experience with roaming Mariachi musicians, a bustling atmosphere and great food.

Delicious dinner and no room for baked goods, but they looked delicious. Lots of guitarists visiting the table... Almost too frequently...but they sounded good! Service good for food, but we had to wait a long time for the check

Iconic! Service and atmosphere: The atmosphere and original Mexican decorations and influences is what makes this restaurant to standout. The interior is colourful and vibrant. This is very popular spot so waiting time will be on a longer side but it's worth the wait. Staff were polite but definitely looked overwhelmed by number of guests. Food and drinks: They offer traditional Mexican cuisine. The flavours were definitely there. I ordered steak which came with rice and refried beans. Steak was cooked medium rare which was great. Certain items like salsa served with chips tasted like a salsa from a jar. Also sangria is not made fresh, it is bought ready made. This wasn't a big deal for us. The restaurant offers freshly baked goods too so you can get some to go. Pricing: Affordable.

Mi Terra it's one of my favorite Tex Mex restaurants in the San Antonio area and I am always sure to go to it at least once when Im visiting San Antonio. The restaurant is very decorative and has a party themed atmosphere with a lot of of festive and Christmas type decorations that are very colorful. When you first walk into the restaurant there's a very large bakery in which they sell fresh bakery items throughout the day and the restaurant also sells a very wide variety of Mexican dishes that are very tasty. My favorite dish is the queso with chorizo and I'm sure to get it every time I go to the restaurant. The service is top-notch and they're very quick to approach your table and very quick to provide food for your table sometimes providing our order to our table within five minutes.

Came here for breakfast/lunch on a Sunday and the place was very packed and lively! Service is standard, and the staff are really nice. The mariachi group is an awesome touch, and I love the decor of the place. Almost feels like you're being transported to Mexico for your meal! The food was great. Got the beef chalupa combo and it was delicious. Loved the good vibes and environment of Mi Tierra, would definitely recommend coming here and checking it out!

I was told this is a staple when you come visit San Antonio so we had to try it out. Located inside historic Market Square. It has a very lively and welcome feel. I loved the flamboyant decorations. Lots of bakery options. We didn't sit down to eat but we took some pastries to go. Definitely enjoyed it! Will be back next time we are in town.

Went after Christmas and the place was covered from the ceiling to the floor with Christmas it almost feels like you stepped into a different country great experience. Fast service in that my drink was never empty despite the large and busy restaurant. I got a sample platter as a meal and was not disappointed, the chips brought out were hot and the salsa i couldn't stop myself before two bowls of it disappeared.

One of the coolest places to visit in San Antonio. There are many vendors in the area and the portion sizes are this restaurant are massive so it's worth sharing so you have room for a pastry later. It's also decorated in festive colors and the vibes are 10/10

I've been to SATX plenty of times since I was a kid, but never have I ever eaten at what's simply considered the Alamo City's flagship Mexican restaurant until yesterday. I treated my younger brother here for dinner on his birthday. On the western edge of Downtown, it's situated in an area called the San Antonio Mercado. And the vibe I got was that of a lively fiesta south of the border. Upon our arrival, we were greeted by what's a staple in Mexican households, an altar of religious Catholic artifacts and candles. We then took our seats at one of the tables in the inner dining area, which was nicely decorated to reflect our neighbor across the Rio Grande. The friendly Minerva took great care of us with not that much left before closing time. So, as I do with any Mexican eatery, I initially sized up Mi Tierra's offerings by trying its chips and salsa. My theory is, if they're tasty, the food will be as well. Both were a nice introduction to the muy delicioso cheese enchiladas plate I ordered. The meal consisted of the enchiladas flanked by rice and refried beans, and even though it was late at night, the freshness was still there and the love put into its preparation was evident. The portions were just enough to fill me up. While it's a bakery, I didn't get a chance to partake of the sweets though I caught a glimpse of them. I was stuffed already, if anything. So, should you ever find yourself in Wembyville¹, don't hesitate to break bread at Mi Tierra. You don't need a passport for such a superb Mexican dining experience. ¹ San Antonio is home of the NBA Spurs, who feature a talented French player named Victor Wembanyama

We had made reservations for a large group. Going in we knew they would not do separate tabs, charged 25% gratuity and would have a $350 fee for the room. I could understand a minimum purchase but the room fee was ridiculous. The service was below average considering all the fees. We continuously ran out of water. Service was very slow and we didn't receive chip refills while we waited. I felt bad for our servers. We had 2 for a group of 40 and no bussers to help. We probably would have spent double but no one came around to ask if we wanted more drinks. The food and space were excellent just disappointing that management didn't staff appropriately considering how far in advance we booked the party. .

Id say the ambiance, experience, decor, uniforms and all that was great! But the food tho sorry but the food was a no go. We asked for the enchiladas, the tampiquena and the mexican special. The chips were soggy, salsa flavorless and not spicy, meat cooked okay but certainly had better. The corn tortillas were store bought, beans and rice veeeery average. Portions were ok but i wouldn't go again. Maybe to eat some sweet bread and coffee yes and for the pictures u can take at the decor but certainly NOT for the food.

Delicious!!! We are traveling with a very large tour group and we stopped here for breakfast. We had huevos rancheros and tortillas. Please make sure you pick up some delicious pastries before you go. The workers were very friendly and efficient this early in the morning. ;) The bathrooms were clean. The decorations are so great. This was a fantastic stop on our tour. 10 out of 10 would recommend. :)

The restaurant was so much bigger than I thought. It was fun watching the band singing and playing instruments at tables with customers' requests. Food was delicious!! I want to say it was the best Mexican food I've ever had. The server was super nice and recommended some of their popular dishes. We ended up devouring all the food.

A guy on our team mentioned this place and highly recommended it; said something about you have to come here when you're in San Antonio. That either means it's one of the best restaurants in the area or it's a local tourist trap. Based on our experience, it's definitely the latter. Walking in, it was packed with people chatting about what to order and hoping their seats were available. I guess the popularity does ring true for this establishment. You'll appreciate the interior and classy server uniforms. Our table was ready when we arrived (make a reservation) and our waiter wsa patient with us despite several members showing up late (parking sucks). As for food, there wasn't anything that impressed me. Best item was probably the fajitas for two which a pair of people split as their entrees. Smelled like sizzling butter and char and the meat looked tender. I ordered the carne asada entree. I've had way better elsewhere as the steak is plain with some sliced potatoes with melted cheese and a side of charro beans. For $28, you could've gone to Texas Roadhouse for a better steak. Our appetizer was the queso flameado which is basically melted jack cheese topped with mexican sausage served with tortillas. Nothing exciting. Not sure what people (locals or out-of-towners) see in this place. Let's just say I will NOT be trusting the advice of my coworker for food options ever again since he glowed about this spot. There are plenty of better dining options with better value in San Antonio.

"I usually avoid leaving negative reviews for businesses and prefer not to leave one at all if I have a bad experience. However, I feel compelled to share this because of the poor customer service we experienced. We visited this restaurant based on a recommendation and were excited to enjoy a meal but from the moment my fiancé walked in the staff was incredibly rude. It was such a disappointment and completely turned us off from staying. Unfortunately, I can't justify supporting a business that treats its customers this way."

I have to eat here every time I come to San Antonio! This is one of the greatest Tex-Mex restaurants of all time! My usual go-to is their delicious cheese enchiladas, but on this past visit, I ordered the cabrito. Quite tasty! If you've never had cabrito before, this is a great place to try it! The service was great, the waitress was friendly and helpful when it came to questions about specific drinks or dishes. I'll definitely be going back, hopefully sooner rather than later!

I love this place! I love to look at the piñatas as I walk by the bakery. We drove from Houston to have breakfast here. We showed up around 10:30am which was a great time because there was no wait time to get seated. Our waitress April was great. I had never had breakfast here and I loved it, the portions were just right. Take your time to walk around to the back and look at the colorful mural that wraps around their back wall. The bathroom attendant was a character, she was great too and everything was very clean. I loved eating my breakfast and enjoying the live music.

Very authentic and unique place! Lots of shopping. You park and then walk through the shops to get to the restaurant. The bakery has tons of treats. The restaurant has performers that will do a song for a fee. Bring cash! The restaurant itself has a great menu. There were some issues with the food regarding allergies. Otherwise it was great! There's lots of art to look at and enjoy while you're waiting for your food. Service was great. Parking is $5 on Dolorosa as soon as you go under i35 on the right (bring cash). Across from the parking on the right there's parking up a ramp on the left. There's an atm in the lobby if you need cash.

Very delicious! Great service and I'm glad I took the server's recommendation! I wish I had room for dessert... everything in the bakery looked amazing! We could've done without consistently being asked to play a song for $10

Oh my goodness! This is where happiness resides in San Antonio! I came here not knowing what to expect, but from the moment I walked in the door, I smelled, saw and tasted what San Antonio is all about. Huevos a la Mexicana, Mexican hot chocolate to die for and to end the meal, an empanadas, chosen by the amazing Linda, our server. Mexican decor embellished with Christmas lights and decorations, serenades from Mariachi, the wonderfully tasty meal and yes, Linda, more ranchero salsa to set off the eggs made for a memorable meal. The next time I'm in San Antonio, I'm headed straight to Mi Tierra!

I got the combo meal with fajita + taco + tamale. Probably next time would just get the fajita plate. Delicious flour tortillas and steak flavor. Went through the (slow) bakery line and really liked the German chocolate square and the blueberry turnover; red velvet cheesecake muffin was a bust. It would be easy to get overstimulated inside, and service took a while, but would go back, easy.

This was our first time at this restaurant in San Antonio and it did not disappoint. We were hoping to try the bakery as well, but the portions were so big that we were stuffed! The service was quick and cheerful. We enjoyed the mariachi band play "La Bamba" at our table. The ambience was festive and so much fun! This was the best Mexican restaurant that we've ever experienced.

Solid 4 stars. Good food, decent service and the best ambiance in San Antonio! Tripa in the menudo melted in the mouth. Colorful uniforms, bright and colorful decor, great drink selection and the most wonderful pillowy homemade flour tortillas.

This place has it all, breakfast, lunch or dinner, gift shop, bar and mariachi singers to sing at your table upon request . The interior is SO FESTIVE. I feel like it is Christmas with the Mexican colors of red green and white. We came for breakfast and it was delicious. We had so much fun and the food was good, so we came back for dinner. I had the Sonora dinner which was beef ribs braised in a delicious sauce. This came with guacamole, refried beans, Mexican, rice, and side of tomatoes onions. Never had this before and it was unique.

I'm sorry but the food is simply not good. The ambience is great and the bakery/decorations are nice but I would rather not eat here again.

I've visited Mi Tierra every time I come into San Antonio. I love visiting the market Square shopping and then eating at Mi Tierra. I will say that the last five or so years I've noticed a distinct change in the service (that cost them 1 star) The interior is festive and inviting all of which is why we return. However, we still enjoy the food and we love buying a box of bakery items to take home with us. There's something magical for me to take my children and have them pick out a sweet treat made at Mi Tierra's!

After walking in every time, it was mesmerizing. The Mexican decorations and ofrendas truly symbolize such a beautiful culture. Me and my family always come here while we are in San Antonio, and though there is always a bit of a wait, it always goes by fast. I recommend their fajitas and chorizo, truly delicious meals. Overall, this place is perfect for family gatherings and for chatting.

Hey, this place absolutely got me hooked on Tex-Mex. We have wonderful Mexican food in California but the Tex-Mex food is the stuff I have dreamed about. Queso, man that freakin' queso. We went on the Hop On, Hop Off bus tour of the city and I asked two of the drivers what the best Tex-Mex restaurant is. Both drivers were Tejano so I trusted their opinion. These guys grew up in San Antonio and talked about Mi Tierra like it was the "Mother Church." They were right! We only waited about 10 minutes. The food line was great but the bakery line/staff left a lot to be desired. Bakery staff seemed disinterested. Too bad. The chili sauce on the enchiladas is off the hook. Love the cheese. The flavor of the food is absolutely wonderful. Might not be for everyone but for me, it was killer. There is a nice bar you can wait in for the food. Gotta go to this place but, it might not be for everyone. Tex-Mex is different, way different.

FANTASTICO ATMOSPHERE!!!! THE MARIACHI BANDS are truly authentic and so beautiful!!!! We were given this as a suggestion for "Tex-Mex" flare .... Drinks are Spot-On! Food true to Mexican Cuisine... the atmosphere is second to NONE!!!!! Unless you truly are at a Quinceañera! Don't miss this place, it is off of Laredo St San Antonio

I honestly can't figure out why this place is so popular. The food is mediocre. The service WE received was terrible. The drinks were the worst! The only nice things were the decorations.

In town for Airforce BMT grad found this place in Old Market place. It's Mexican all out. Try the mezcal Margherita, tamales with meat sauce phenomenal! Good prices. Strolling mariachis singing.

We had an absolutely amazing experience for a later dinner on Easter (when almost every other place we tried was closed). As Bob Ross would say, "Happy accident." Everything else in the Mercado was closed & the walkways were dark, and the restaurant looked closed when we arrived, but no such bad luck. There was a line at the bakery counter but none for a table. We started with chips & queso. It was oddly thick - to the point I expected it to be cold, but it was not. In fact, it had a nice, rich flavor and was a pleasant surprise. My wife got the taco salad and I got the Enchiladas en Mole. Let me start by saying the portions were very substantial. Our server was gruffly charming. The taco salad came with perfectly seasoned steak and substantial veggies. The Enchiladas en Mole are a must-try. They are stuffed, absolutely STUFFED, with shredded chicken, but, of course, it's the Mole that makes this dish. Any other time, I would be complementing the perfection of their rice to no end, but that took such a backseat to this sauce. Drop, complex, and with just the right hints of sweet & spicy. I know this place gets a lot of hype and can be very very busy, yet we had an exceptional experience transcending the possible appearance of a tourist trap. We definitely got a locals-vibe.

Heard great things about this place and that is a place that I must go to when I come to San Antonio, so I did. First off, this place is huge! When they went to go sit my friend and I, we felt like this place never had an ending. We started off with the guacamole nachos . It said thatand, and we didn't know why. Well there were literally 8 chips. They do give a never ending bowl of chips and salsa. I order the menudo. It was ok, the hominy was pretty hard. They def cooked it separately as when it came out they were on top and were white. My friend had the cheese mole. Which he liked. The bakery was pretty cool. But took a long time to be served. Overall I am glad that I experienced it. May ho again if I am ever in the area

Went here with a guy who use to live in San Antonio. He said this is where he always took people from out of town. The place looks great. Love the historic area the cafe is located in. We got dinner and margaritas. Food and drinks were 3 1/2 to 4 stars. Good, not great.

Food was delicious. The pastries delightful! Ambience superb with colorful decorations that make you feel simply happy. The mariachi was so talented and a pleasure to listen to! The server (Sabino) did refuse to make me a paloma without alcohol and looked at me confused and like I was crazy for requesting such thing. I'll give them the benefit of the doubt, maybe drinks are pre mixed and not made fresh on the spot so you can't separate alcohol, but nevertheless, for honest feedback, please keep in mind, not everyone consumes alcohol, Mocktails are a thing lol.

Love coming to this spot when in San Antonio & love the bakery. The decor inside has always exuded San Antonio to me. Their chilaquiles was exactly what I was looking for & was so delicious. Not too heavy, just perfect. The balance of flavor was great. Service is always good!

First time here. Friendly service and the desserts at the bakery is delicious. The food ordered came out fast and the tortillas were so soft and delicious. Menudo tasted great and was authentic. I can see why this place is very busy due to its great food, ambiance, and location right in the Mercado.

The whole vibe here during the holidays was awesome! The woman working there said we came at a good time as typically the line is usually out the door and wraps around. We were able to walk in and stand ins. Short line. The are two lines. One on left is for the restaurant and the one on the right is for the bakery. Highly recommend dividing and conquering both lines because their bakery items are absolutely delicious!! My enchiladas were just ok. Nothing to rave about. I'm used to souther California style enchiladas, so these did not hit the spot. However, their margaritas were absolutely delicious! Recommend those! lol they do play live music, but you do have to tip them if they play for you. So have cash as they don't take Venmo.

On our trip to San Antonio we decided to try this place for breakfast. It was so delicious we came back another day for dinner. Everything went great until, we decided to take bread to go and gad the worse customer service by Ruth. She needs to change her customer service attitude if she wants to work with the public. Other than that the food and cocktails are an great.

Breakfast tacos were delicious, coffee was on point. Service was fast and friendly colorful environment delicious pastry for dessert.

We came here for brunch after a half marathon. There were two lines queued up, one for picking up bakery items and one for tables to stay and eat. Lots of parties of varying sizes before us, but the place is quite big so we waited only about 10 minutes. For any other out-of-state visitors, in Texas, they will not serve you alcohol before noon unless you have ordered food. If you try to order your mimosa before you have decided on what you want for brunch, then they may give you a puzzled look. It is a good thing we were planning on eating a lot. I ordered the huevos rancheros, a large, satisfying amount of food. My friends got breakfast tacos and the huevo con hot cakes. The surprise star for them were the hot cakes. They were fighting over them at the end. Our server was nice and every once in a while you got to hear music by the mariachis wandering around to the tables. One great stop among many in this area full of vendors and stands. Lively, vibrant environment that is sure to feed your belly, quench your thirst, and/or make you smile.

Other than an extended wait due to skipping our name, Mi Tierra never disappoints. Grand Daddy of plate mexican restaurants. Decorations and lights make everything festive. Drinks were tasty, try the Raspberry Mojito. Shared a breakfast plate with carnes guasada. Good service and left full.