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Mama's Cafe, San Antonio, TX

Mama's Cafe

4.8
4.8
340 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 34 times today
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for brunch
  • Kid-friendly
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

  • Phone number
  • 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
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment options
    Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Delivery & takeout

What 340 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Antonio

    Kid-friendly

  • San Antonio

    American

  • San Antonio

    Kid-friendly

  • San Antonio

    Neighborhood gem

  • San Antonio

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Mama's Cafe delights with its "fantastic food" and "great service." Guests rave about the "best fried mushrooms" and "amazing chicken fried steak." The atmosphere is welcoming and nostalgic. Some guests note service variations, but the "friendly staff" and "extensive gluten-free options" make it a popular choice. Reservations recommended.

340 Reviews
  1. Ashley

    San Antonio1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    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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  2. Lisa

    San Antonio24 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    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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  3. Judy

    San Antonio1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 1, 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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  4. Imani

    San Antonio1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 1, 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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  5. Luv2eat

    San Antonio15 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on February 23, 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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  6. Kristen VIP

    San Antonio14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 22, 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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  7. Shelly

    Austin3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on February 22, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    menu needs a few more items to round it out. otherwise great experience.

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  8. Gerald VIP

    San Antonio29 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    We took advantage of the Social Hour menu to get 40% off Mama's Famous Fried Mushrooms and the Tuesday special of half price liver and onions and both were were very good. We topped dinner off with the Cherry Cobbler for an excellent early dinner.

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  9. Dominique

    Austin2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent experience!! Food and service was on point. Everyone in our party (5) were very pleased.

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  10. Raquel VIP

    San Antonio33 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and drinks. We enjoy brunch here often.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 34 times today
Google Map for Mama's Cafe

2442 Nacogdoches Rd, San Antonio, TX 78217-6023

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • 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
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment options
    Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Delivery & takeout
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