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Mama's Cafe, San Antonio, TX

Mama's Cafe

4.7
4.7
344 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 11 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for brunch
San Antonio's best family-owned homestyle comfort food restaurant serving Texas inspired made-from-scratch daily breakfast, lunch, happy hour, and dinner. Enjoy our famous fried mushrooms, best pancakes in town, chicken fried American wagyu steak, Texas beers on tap, or one of our handmade craft cocktails. Join us in one of our dining rooms, at the bar, or outside on our dog-friendly and beautiful patio/beer garden.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 8:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 8:00 am–3:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 9:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Tue–Fri 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Sat, Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Fri 3:00 pm–6:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Area
    Alamo Heights
  • Cross Street
    Nacogdoches and 410
  • Parking details
    Private Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 344 people are saying

Mama's Cafe reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Antonio

    Child-friendly

  • San Antonio

    American

  • San Antonio

    Child-friendly

  • San Antonio

    Neighbourhood gem

  • San Antonio

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Mama's Cafe offers a delightful dining experience with "amazing gluten-free options" and "outstanding" service. The brunch is a highlight, featuring "excellent cocktails" and a variety of dishes. The fried mushrooms are a must-try, and the "comfort food" is consistently delicious. Staff, including standout servers like Pablo and Halee, ensure a welcoming atmosphere.
344 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    San Antonio2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Mamas cafe never disappoints. From the drinks to the appetizers to the main course, they’re always so delicious. We always enjoy our meal out together at Mama’s plus they have amazing gluten free options. It’s a win-win for our family.

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  2. richard

    San Antonio7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Have loved Mama's for decades. Y'alls food, service, and servers are simply outstanding.

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    San Antonio1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 16 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a great place to enjoy an awesome Sunday brunch. Plenty of good choices and excellent cocktails.

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  4. mje669

    San Antonio54 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 15 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    There is no better brunch that Mama’s. We love it!

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  5. Ashley

    San Antonio1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 13 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing staff. It really shows that you only hire the best in a professional role. Money well spent specially, our server, Halee. She really knows her stuff hear at this location. She had nothing but good recommendations we had a hard time choosing we literally wanted it all. Halee is a great asset to Mama Cafe established. Food was so good I can’t wait to try the fried green tomatoes. Thank you for providing a great experience with the food and amazing service. We will definitely be back.

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  6. Lisa

    San Antonio24 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 12 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great service by Mira. We had the gumbo (huge bowl) and grilled shrimp. The gumbo was excellent! The shrimp was a little too salty. Vegetable medley and the mashed potatoes were tasty. We will return!

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  7. Judy

    San Antonio1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 1 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food, and service at Mama Margie's on Nacogdoches, is never a disappointment. Especially appreciate, their rewards program. Their chocolate cake, is a taste of heaven, and is superior to any dessert at any restaurant. So grateful, they now accept reservations.

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  8. Imani

    San Antonio1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 1 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Cynthia was amazing , overall guest experience couldn’t have been any better! Definitely a 10/10 would recommend to EVERYONE

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  9. Luv2eat

    San Antonio15 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 23 February 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Had to track down host after ten minutes at the table to ask for drinks. Waiter only came by the table once. manager and another food runner brought the food. Food was over cooked and not like the first time we went in the fall. Should have let the manager know, jut we just wanted to leave. Waiter did not deserve a tip, but being a former server we left enough to cover tip out.

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  10. Kristen VIP

    San Antonio14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 22 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always great food and great service. Love the drinks. Great bar.

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Mama's Cafe is rated 4.7 stars by 344 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 11 times today
Google Map for Mama's Cafe

2442 Nacogdoches Rd, San Antonio, TX 78217-6023

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Nacogdoches and 410
  • Area
    Alamo Heights
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 8:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 8:00 am–3:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 9:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Tue–Fri 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Sat, Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Fri 3:00 pm–6:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private Parking
  • Payment Options
    Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
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