The Hayden

My wife and daughter had lunch at Hayden. My daughter had seen great reviews on it and wanted to try it out. Turns out my wife really loved it, and wanted me to experience it . At a later Date went with my Wife and Son For a Late Dinner. Must say, Atmosphere is very nice and Cozy, very family friendly. Food was really good with ample servings. Waitress was very Helpful with Menu with a very attentive service . Enjoyed our Dinner . Definitely Recommend Hayden . Adding them to our list of Restaurants .

My boyfriend took me here as a surprise date after seeing it on tiktok and it did not disappoint! Our server Rocco was awesome! He checked in often and had a great attitude throughout our entire dining experience. The atmosphere was relaxing and enjoyable. We came for dinner and will definitely be back for brunch! #gorocco!

This place is amazing!!! Great service and the food is delicious. Came here with a couple of my colleagues for lunch. I ordered their lunch special half pastrami sandwich with tomato bisque soup and homemade chips. Everything on my plate was hands down 5 stars. Now I understand why they are famous for their pastrami sandwiches, because every bite I took it seemed as if it was just melting in my mouth. Definitely coming back again.

Food is always great always hot and fresh. We normally get the smoked fish sandwich and the Rueben we decided to try something else today and it didn’t disappoint. Phil is an excellent waiter very attentive. Don’t forget to try the celery soda! It goes great with everything.

On our initial visit to The Hayden for an early dinner, we were immediately impressed by the restaurant’s inviting and welcoming ambiance. The atmosphere was conducive to conversation, with a subdued and comfortable setting. The culinary offerings were exceptionally delectable and well-executed. While the wait time for our food was slightly prolonged, the presentation of the dishes was exceptional. The food was warm, aromatic, and presented with a touch of special care. I ordered the pot roast dish, which was a culinary delight. However, I encountered an issue with the vegetables, as the Brussels sprouts were excessively fried. In response, our waiter graciously offered an alternative side dish, providing a note of apology for the oversight.

Great atmosphere, great menu, even better service, thank you Phil! Inside is an oasis of plants and great design, you feel relaxed while you enjoy your food. The menu has a great variety of items and the barbacoa was fantastic. Great selection of drinks including Apple Soda, that was delicious. Phil and the entire staff made us feel welcomed and took great care of us, will definitely be back!

The is definitely my go to spot for a great breakfast to start a great day! The staff is always extremely friendly and helpful. The food? AMAZING! My eggs are always cooked to order and the menu provides a exciting variety. My recommendations are the Avocado Toast or the Old Timer.

This place is AWESOME! Asked Gabriel for a food suggestion and he did not disappoint. The Meatloaf Dinner is my favorite item on the menu! The Pastrami and Swiss sandwich is equally delicious. Highly recommend Gabriel. He did such a great job. Can't recommend this place enough.

The food was great and the service even better thanks to Phil! If you are looking for a great diner with an amazing happy hour this is your place.

My husband and I were created almost immediately after walking in by our server, Michael. The ambiance of the restaurant was very cute/cozy and had an uptown casual feel. Our drinks were delicious, and so were our meals. The menu had options suitable for most. Our service was especially great; Michael was attentive, helpful, friendly, and really made our experience a great one. We will definitely be coming back!

Graciela is the kind of waitress who transforms a meal into a memorable experience. From the moment she approached our table, she brought a calm confidence and warmth that instantly put us at ease. She was attentive without hovering, incredibly knowledgeable about the menu, and seemed to anticipate our needs before we even voiced them. What really stood out was her genuine care--not just for the food, but for the people she was serving. Her recommendations were thoughtful and spot-on, and she spoke about the dishes with real passion. It didn't feel rehearsed; it felt real. There's an art to great service, and Graciela has mastered it. Professional, personable, and effortlessly kind--she made us feel like welcome guests, not just customers. If every restaurant had a Graciela, dining out would always feel this good.

Food was (chefs kiss) and Phil was super nice and attentive! I got the crispy chicken sandwich- the chicken was perfectly cooked, juicy and crispy with a bit of acidity from the pickles and pickled onions. Smothered barbacoa fries were delicious. My fiancé ordered the Pastrami and Swiss with the side of coconut curry soup. And last but not least chocolate chip cookie to go. 10/10 would recommend again and again

First be careful on where your map takes you because my map was taking me to a different location. Luckily I was paying attention when I was driving and I noticed the location and turned just in time. The location is gorgeous and there is plenty of parking. They do have indoor and outdoor seatings; dogs are welcomed in the outside area. The food was ok. My friend ordered one of the salad entrees, which would have been better served in a bowl versus a plate. I ordered the fish and chips, a bit greasy for me. I wish I would have ordered something else. Drinks were disappointing. I ordered 3 different kinds -none that really stood out. Cute names but I wouldn't return for the drinks. It was a nice place to try since I have never been there. I would try this place for breakfast sometime in the future.

Ok let me start with what I really care about... The Apple Butter Pancakes! They truly are a bite of heaven! They are "THICC" but still fluffy and light with hints of buttery apples and cinnamon throughout the batter! They are amazing even without the topping which is definitely not from a can or prefrozen, you can tell right away they thinly slice the apple and make the semi sweet reduction in house! Yes I said semi sweet because you think they would be too much covered in a pie style filling but no way, they let the flavors of the apples speak for themselves without a ton of sugar. It can satisfy a sweet tooth and still get a thumbs upfrom your dentist! I drive from Austin to San Antonio just for this! DELICIOUS The staff is friendly and the restaurant feels upscale with out an ounce of pretence. I really enjoyed the chicken fried steak, the best I've had in San Antonio, the gravy was unique, flavorful and creamy, not too thick or dry. I'm not sure quite what the flavor was hinting at but it was YUM! Love this place, I'm going for my birthday I dream of those THICC Cakes!!!!

Fantastic food, friendly helpful service! Would definitely dine again! Thanks Phil for taking such great care of us for brunch

Love coming here for a quick brunch. Phil is an excellent server- super friendly and very attentive.

We went here for lunch on a Saturday afternoon. Our server was amazing. Service was on the slower side but the food made up for that. We ordered pastrami and Swiss & my daughters had the strawberry pancakes with fruit and bacon. I also ordered an iced chai guy and bubbly watermelon limeade for my daughters Everything was so good. I love a good pastrami sandwich and this one was spot on.

It has been a while since I reviewed this diner...so here we go. I fell in love with the BLTA today (bacon, lettuce, tomato, and avocado). A tasty mix of crunch and salt from the bacon, sweet from the lettuce and tomato, butter from the toast, and nutty, creamy addition of the avocado. It was a great bite! Added a drink, salad and pimento cheese app. The service was attentive but into intrusive. It was a great early dinner stop.

This was my first visit to The Hayden, and it was such a cute spot! I loved the decor, the peaceful atmosphere, and the selection of board games it felt like a great place to relax and chat. The servers were friendly and attentive. I tried the fried chicken and latke waffle, and it was delicious! The latke waffle tasted like hash browns on the inside, with a hint of sweetness and the perfect crispy crust. It came with apples, sour cream, and syrup, which complemented the dish perfectly. The fried chicken itself was a bit dry and lacked flavor, but the toppings helped enhance it. I also tried The Hayden burger, it was simple but still a solid, enjoyable bite. Overall, I had a great meal and would definitely come back. Thanks for the experience!

From the sound track, to the color scheme, the environment is one of the most relaxing places to dine. Immediately you feel a sense of warmth, only to be enhanced by our server Addy. Going for lunch was a treat, but when I saw breakfast was served till 5pm, I knew I had no other choice than to come back the next day for breakfast! As a breakfast connoisseur, I feel an overwhelming desire to spread the word about how delicious the barbacoa omelette and potatoes were. If you're reading this and don't know me, just know I refuse breakfast at anytime unless something sweet is paired. I can eat large amounts of food, but I was gladly defeated by the stack of pancakes which will be eaten later this evening. Thank you The Hayden for existing and know I will be coming back many more times.

The Hayden is situated off Broadway and has a parking lot shared with businesses. They are modern day diner with a elevated edge. We were warmly greeted and quickly seated. Gracie, our waitress, was super friendly and very attentive. I am from out of town and was fresh off the plane with 45 mins of sleep craving a peppermint mocha latte. She advised that they didn't have peppermint syrup but had spearmint. I was good with that suggestion and when I took the first sip, it was amazing! *in an ashamed internal voice* However, because I am lactose intolerant, I should have asked for oat milk off the bat as I paid the price later. Anyways, back to our dining experience! We ordered a mimosa kit to share for our table of 2. It was perfect. For my meal, I ordered the barbacoa omelet and a side of the cheddar chive biscuit. My friend ordered a chicken biscuit and a side of bacon. The 4 egg omelet was HUGE and most of the meat was centered while the edges was sealed with cheese. The tomatillo cilantro and onion salsa on top, was a good pairing for the barbacoa inside. The biscuit was HUGE. It was halved and served with containers of butter and about 3 tablespoons of jelly. Each bite had a savory flavor so every ingredient was perfectly balanced. I tried a taste of my friend's chicken biscuit which uses the same cheddar chive biscuit but with pimento cheese, jalapeno jam and pickled onions (she skipped the onions). I am VERY critical of most chicken for breakfast places and looks were deceiving with the chicken biscuit but when I bit into it, everything that comprised that sandwich was on point. I found their IG and saw that they brine their tenders in a pickle and buttermilk brine as well as season their flour. So that explains why it tasted so flavorful from the inside out! I tried a piece of my friend's bacon and it was taking me to flavor town as well. You can see and taste the black pepper it was seasoned with. Every single person that worked there was super nice and said hi to us. I appreciate that they have a service card as well to let them know how great their service and servers are. I hope locals to San Antonio and fellow travelers get to stop in and experience The Hayden. It was great!

Wow, driving by I would have missed this place. To be honest, google maps sent us to the parking lot before it due to all the neighborhood construction so be careful or you might miss this shopping center. Cute decor and chill vibe once inside. Went to the zoo and decided to try this place for a late lunch. Kids menu isn't posted but the waitress was great with getting our two boys set up with delicious sourdough grilled cheese. The crispy chicken sandwich was juicy and cooked perfectly. The bun fell apart but it was still inhaled! Fries are an extra $2.99 so if you don't really want them, know they come as an up charge. Hubby got the Reuben and said it was one of the best he's ever had. He now wanted to bring my long islander dad her next time he visits. He also tried the cucumber soda which I tried, not loving soda, and it was super tasty and not sweet. Service was a bit slow. Not sure if it was because we were in between lunch/ dinner hour. Would love to come back for happy hour and try some different fair and cocktails.

The pimento cheese is so good. I've never had a bad meal there either. The service has been great. Crystal is a rock star! This place is a vibe.

This was our first time here. Great menu selection. They even serve breakfast/brunch until 5pm. Crystal was our server and she was great, helping us navigate the menu choices. I ordered the BLT-A sandwich and the crispy Brussel sprouts. Delicious! Sandwich had tons of bacon, avocado, and tomato and aioli! Served on toasted sourdough bread. Husband had the breakfast sandwich with jalapeño cheese sausage and crispy breakfast potatoes! Daughter had the turkey (the Ted Danson) sandwich with house made chips. She said it was the best sandwich she'd had in years! Crystal kept our drinks refilled and plates cleared. She was awesome!

Excellent food. Excellent service! We ordered off the breakfast menu and the chicken biscuit was delicious. Grace took excellent care of us.

My first time eating here and I absolutely loved it! The food, the service, the vibe, everything. I had the Larry David bagel sandwich, potato latte waffle, and cucumber soda. Each item was a home run! The Latke was very crispy and the chunky apple sauce was so good. Just the right size for me. The cucumber soda was crisp and refreshing. Nice size cup. The star of the show was the Larry David bagel sandwich. I absolutely love bagels with capers and lox but the generous helping of whitefish salad and pickled onions was out of this world. If I were a cat, I would have been purring. Everything I had felt fresh and special, worh the price. Service was very fast and friendly and the whole look of the restaurant was welcoming and and cute. I would absolutely love to come here again and would highly recommend it to others wanting to treat themselves to some amazing food.

Great food, VERY large servings, but very expensive. There's also an extra 2% fee for "Kitchen Love" added to every check. We've been here a couple of times. It's really good food. The serving sizes are VERY generous, but they can lower the prices by decreasing the serving sizes. Most of the people in here are taking half of their food to go. The prices are just ridiculous. The service is fantastic and friendly - no complaints there. However, it gets very noisy, especially on the weekends. It's not as bad for lunch on a weekday, but still kinda noisy. These prices are from the fall of 2023 and the spring of 2024: * Spicy Chicken Salad - OMG, the chicken is like crack. So moist and spicy. ($16.99) * Omelet - The eggs are kinda dry and lacking cheese. When the waitress asked how things were, we told her. The manager comped half off the price. ($14.99) * Single Pancake - Comes with compote and almond slices. ($8.99) * Shiner Bock Draft - $7 before 3 pm on a Monday. * Iced Tea - $3.49 on a Monday before 3 pm. * Side of Toast - $2.99. I was surprised with an extra charge on my bill. It was labeled "kitchen love." It was 2% of the total check. This might sound like a small cost, but it's not cool when you are surprised with this added cost. When I asked what the "kitchen love" fee was, the waitress told me it was for the staff in the back kitchen. She offered to remove it, and I said yes. (Kitchen love is 2%) The bottom line is that they have great food, and great service, but the prices are just insane.

Phil was an excellent server. Paid very close attention to what we needed. My glass was never empty. Food was good. Bisque a little salty, but I ate it none the less. The ladies with me had alcoholic beverages and they said they were wonderful.

food is always great and the service is outstanding!!! come and relax and enjoy yourself, you won't be disappointed

We had a very nice lunch at the Hayden on Mother's Day. The restaurant took reservations, and when we found we needed another table, they could accommodate us. I had the matzoh ball soup. It was very good. The matzoh balls were quite dense the way I like them. The kids platter was very generous. Other family members ordered salads and sandwiches and other assorted cups of soup. The service was excellent and the vibe good.

Went to the Hayden on a Saturday morning & it was perfect. The inside is nicely directed & has original features that match the Alamo heights area. The workers were very friendly & helped us with recommendations. The food came out in a timely manner & was delicious! Big portions & quality was good. Will be coming back for lunch!

I went here at someone's recommendation of how great it is - although she mentioned that "it's noisy". And she wasn't joking. It was VERY noisy when I was there with friends at lunch. It was full, so yeah... but then as people left and it gets down to just a few people, the house turns the music up so it is just as noisy as when it's full. And there are speakers EVERYWHERE - there is no "quieter" section. Noisy places that are so loud you have a hard time conversing is a great detractor to being there, unless you are by yourself or don't like talking to whomever you are there with. As for the food, yeah, its a good jewish deli. I liked their selection and the item I chose - the pastrami sandwich. And I like the fact they offer the basic item with 1/2 the meat but still offer you the "old school" deli of a LOT of meat for extra $. Bu that's kinda part of the problem - it's a bit pricey to start with, and everything is "extra". The whole menu seems to be a la carte. Service is great though. We had an Excellent waiter - attentive but not hovering, kind and responsive, and helpful. I'd come back for the food and good service... but I won't because I can't stand how ridiculously loud it is. All. The. Time.

Finally got to try this place! Came in on a Sunday around 1 pm, without reservations, and we were seated in 5 mins for a party of 4! Coffee was good! I enjoyed the Big Salad, it was just the right amount of ranch dressing! I tried my brother's chicken and waffles - but we werent a fan of the latke waffles. Husband's pastrami, was tasty and flavorful, but the bread just got soggy real quick (not sure how this could've been avoided) But overall, we enjoyed the service and the ambiance! Will try other menu items!

We were extremely disappointed with this restaurant. They were out of bagels, they didn't have the Chicago style hot dog that the waiter said they had, they didn't have the frozen espresso martinis which were advertised on the happy hour menu. We finally decided on the smoked white fish salad which came with stale greasy chips and a few stalks of celery and even fewer carrots. We also ordered a potato latke which was greasy tasteless with a tiny dollop of sour cream. The restaurant was warm and the air conditioning was not cold enough as it was 100° outside. There was confusion about the happy hour drinks and we thought we were ordering a house wine which turned out not to be and so we paid full price for it. At first we were told that the Frozen drinks were not on the happy hour and I pointed out to the waiter that that's what it says on the happy hour menu but they didn't have the frozen drink anyway. Very disappointing experience I'm sad to say.

The food and service was incredible!! We will definitely be back for The Rueben, Matzo ball soup and the celery soda! Phil was a fantastic server as well.

Excellent service .... tasteful, flavorful and well appointed main dishes. The waiter, Michael, was courteous, attentive, friendly and timely. Will definitely come again!

Lots of food for your money, great staff, food was very good, great ambiance and playlist too, I'm not really a fan of pimento cheese, however, their pimento cheese with house made chips was outstanding, I highly recommend trying that app, I had the smoked turkey omelet, which was very good and they don't skimp on the ingredients...the potatoes had a little too much paprika, but they were still good, I brought my leftover potatoes home with us...bravo!!

Really good food and service! The chicken noodle soup I got was delicious and so flavorful! My husband got the fish and chips, which was also just as good! Would come back again! It was a little loud but overall a cozy place to stop into!

Wow! Amazing "summer drink" selection. Some of the best drinks I've had in all of SA. And I live and dine in downtown SA. Our beautiful server Crystal was so friendly, attentive and welcoming. The food was tasty and giant portions. (Party of 5)Would recommend the chicken fried steak, fried Brussels sprouts. Would not recommend the Nashville chicken sandwich, very greasy batter. The music and environment was clean and casual with a touch of mid century modern feel. Definitely felt like a guest of honor here.

I had the Latke with Chicken brunch item with the plant based chicken! It was super good with a unique flavor profile. I appreciate the vegetarian option to try something I usually could not eat! The atmosphere in The Hayden is so cute too! A bit loud, but fun with a group!

Great deli food large servings clean efficient service a nice treat happy thoughts while eating at that restaurant

This place is amazing! Food was amazing; probably the best chicken I've had in my life. Our server, Phil was very nice and food cam quick, And there's plenty of board games around the place. I recommend this place, specially for a special occasion!

Perfect brunch place. Service is always great and food is always good. Plus can't beat that we live minutes away from here so it makes it super convenient.

Friendly staff and good food. They even gave us a water bowl for our dog. Also gave us an extra freshly squeezed orange juice to-go on the house. The potatoes were flavorful and the portion was generous with each order. The breakfast sandwich could easily feed 2 people. I wish the eggs in the omelette were fluffier. They were overcooked. The pastrami sandwich was above average good but was on the drier side, if the meat was a bit juicer this could have been a 5-star place in my book. I still would recommend this brunch place for anyone who wants casual dining.

Pretty standard deli/brunch fare. Everything is pretty fairly priced and the service is great. The food passes and so do the drinks. Though I've mostly tried their brunch stuff. Came on a Saturday morning no reservation was needed and we sat right away.

I'd give the Hayden a 3.5 stars but round it down to 3. The interior is a cute diner-esque set up, which plenty of booths, tables, and a bar top. The menu includes both breakfast options and lunch/dinner options. Off the bat, the booth we were sat at wasn't wiped down, and I could see the rimmed water marks from cups, along with crumbs, still left on the table. The food itself wasn't bad, but it also wasn't amazing. I liked their brussels sprouts, but the sandwich (The Ted Danson) I got was a bit on the greasier side and my fries were over-salted. I liked that there are plenty of board games to choose from but wish that maybe they make hand sanitizer available on each table.

Menu, food quality and taste, and the restaurant atmosphere are fantastic. Our server Phil is absolutely amazing; he made our first time experience here truly perfect!

Happy hour visit to check out this place. I tried the frozen margarita and a pretzel hot dog, yum!! (I will be back for one of those.) My date had fried chicken and mashed potatoes which had delicious gravy with pastrami. This place is bright with a lot of big windows, nice staff, and cool decor.

Food was horrible. 2 of our 6 (table ) sent back super salty pork chops! A meal was totally missed. My Pastrami sandwich was meh. Half-toasted bread ; just a nondescript and uninteresting sandwich. This restaurant needs to rethink its food point of viewRe-visit customer service. Yada yada

Sammy was our server and she was very welcoming and super nice. She was able to explain the menu and help us decide between our options. The set up in the restaurant is super cutesy. $15 for a burger, fries and a beer (on Tuesdays) at a restaurant like this, you can't beat it.

The Hayden is such a nice place to eat at any time of the day. The service is always amazing along with the food. My server in particular, Addi, is so nice and attentive. She's always a blast to have and I'd recommend her to everyone. The vibes are also so amazing. It's a very peaceful environment where you don't feel rushed at all. You can really take everything in. Love everything about The Hayden.

Wow. Ate here for the first time and we had the mushroom swiss burger with fries. The burger was fresh, juicy and tasty! The fries were great also. I believe the burger and fries were the best in SA! Seasoned just right and crunchy these fries cannot be beat! This place was very clean with a great diner type atmosphere and the service was superb. Thnx to Adam the manager for ckg on us twice. This is a place u better bring your appetite!

My first visit here was an accident because I stopped in the coffee shop behind The Hayden for a bagel and cream cheese but even though the shop listed bagels for sale, they don't actually offer bagels but that wasn't The Hayden's fault. I was aware The Hayden was considered a Jewish Deli, so I figured they would have bagels which they did. However they only have 1 kind of bagel - everything on it - with Lox for $17. I didn't want Lox and they where good enough to just give me a bagel with only cream cheese but I noticed I was charged the full price so I ended up paying more than $20 for a bagel and 1 cup of coffee; actually $25 after tipping. I figured since I deviated from the menu item I didn't have a complaint. A couple days later I went back for the Classic Reuben and chips - I didn't finish either the sandwich or chips because both where bad especially the chips which where horrible - they should just swap in Lay's are Ruffles. Today, I decided to give them an another chance and ordered Old Timer breakfast with Pancake upgrade. The two eggs were good but the sausage, potatoes and the pancake were not - appears to me the cook wasn't paying attention and way over cooked everything but the eggs. Strike 3! I noticed they serve meat loaf which I considered today but frankly don't trust them to go back in for a fourth time. Cool location - good service but management needs to do better about food preparation especially since the offerings that I had ordered are fairly simple to prepare.

Food and atmosphere are both fun and special. My server, Gracie, was so kind and attentive too!

ALL MY 210 PEOPLE LISTEN UP!!!! The Hayden has an AMAZING happy hour! This place has the cutest vibe, it's like a cute little modern diner. Let's start with the pretzel hotdog: she was thick and delicious. The pretzel bread was so sturdy I wasn't scared the whole thing was going to fall about in one bite. The pickled onions and toppings were a nice added texture and flavor. I have to admit this pimento dip converted me into a pimento cheese lover. I've never really been a big fan because it's such a strong flavor, but for some reason I was REALLY FEELING this dip. The smothered SA fries don't need an explanation. We went when these fries were still smothered in a green chili verde sauce but now they have redone them into chili cheese fries I haven't been since they changed it but that is a great reason to go back ‍

Our favorite brunch spot in San Antonio. The pancakes are phenomenal. Really friendly and personable staff.

This is an experience I had dining at The Hayden. Was recommended by a few online reviewers and decided to try something new on a lovely warm Sunday noon. Definitely did not disappoint. It is located at a small plaza right off of Broadway and crossing Hilderbrand Ave, which is the exit off of 281 fwy you want to get off from via highway. It is diagonally across from Jim's restaurant. Parking is decent with about 4 rows of space in front of the restauant where the first row is 20min only, so you may have to walk a short distance during busy hours. Interior decor is modern and hip. It can get quite noisy during busy hours; definitely keeps the vibe lively. Ordered the Chicken & Latke Waffle. It was very well prepared with flavorful seasoning, extremely crispy chicken on the outside. The Latke Waffle is not your typical waffle but stuffed with hash. It actually tastes a little like the "tsai bao hong dou bing" (vegetable round cake) when I used to eat as a child back in Taiwan. Amazing taste and mix of sweet and savory chicken. Also ordered the Carajillo, which was the perfect dessert after the meal. I'd especially like to recommend the staff including Ronaldo, Brittney, and Abigail. Ronaldo has been working there for merely about a month but handles everything so well as if he's already worked for years; he even recognized my military status. Brittney made the Carajillo amazingly in a glass cup with the fiery performance I expected; she was also very friendly and gave good service despite it being extremely busy at that time. Last but not least, Abigail, though not my main waitress, took the time to explain what the Latke waffle was made of when I asked and even recommended some good local places to go in San Antonio; great attitude! Because of the great food and the fabulous services from Ronaldo, Brittney and Abigail, will definitely come back to try more dishes again if in the area. Keep up the great work Ronaldo, Brittney, Abigail and The Hayden!