Customers consistently praised the food for its freshness, flavor, and authenticity, particularly highlighting dishes like lamb tikka, chicken shawarma, and hummus.
Service
The staff received high marks for their friendliness, attentiveness, and hospitality, with many noting the owner's personal involvement in ensuring a great experience.
Atmosphere
The cafe is described as having a warm, inviting ambiance, making it a great spot for dining and socializing.
Community Engagement
The business is recognized for its generosity, offering free meals to those in need during tough times, which has positively impacted its reputation.
Value
While many found the food to be worth the price, a few customers expressed concerns about pricing discrepancies and portion sizes.
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Rishika Someshwar
Nov 22, 2025
5.0
The best Mediterranean/ middle eastern food ive had in San Antonio. The fresh naan melted in your mouth. The chicken tikka and lamb were so tender and flavorful. Everything was 10/10. If only they had tabouli, they would have everything I love. But still, worth it!
KD
Kayla Durnen
Nov 17, 2025
5.0
Amazing food! Owner is great!
BB
Bear
Nov 13, 2025
5.0
I want to truly thank the owners and staff for an incredible and amazing show of community love. They had offered a free meal to SNAP recipients. This was a true blessing.
The staff were put going a friendly.
The food was truly some of the best Mediterranean I've had in a long time! I'm only upset i wasn't able to have more.
Besides the generosity of a free meal there was a DJ and I believe a belly dancer. The environment was lively, upbeat and fun.
When I'm able I will happily go back again and purchase as much of their food as im able to afford.
I absolutely encourage anyone who enjoys Mediterranean food to stop by and try their food. And support their business as well by buying a shirt or stop at their smoke shop.
A truly amazing restaurant. Again thank you all so much for the incredible and amazing meal!
Went back when I had some money to pay their kindness back. The food was still fantastic. Service was amazing. The chef and guy in the front made it a point to make us feel like family. Im sorry it took so long to find this place. Im extremely grateful I had. Amazing staff food and service. Even better is the old school customer service. This place is a true hidden gem that a 5 star review doesn't begin to do justice
BC
burhan cikili
Nov 11, 2025
5.0
5 star for their generosity during gov shot down and later during snap freeze, Hala cafe offered free food for ppl in need and even offered free delivery for disabled. You guys are truly part of this community.
ST
Speckled Truth
Oct 25, 2025
5.0
My bride and I went to Hala Cafe today off of Shaenfield Rd and was very impressed.
I got the Beef Kabob and my wife got the Chicken Tikka off the lunch menu. I also got a Karak Tea that was good but not like I had in Doha.
Overall super solid spot for the price that’s kinda tucked away.
Inside was super clean and the service was great. Also the owner (from Jordan) brought us a complimentary bowl of Hummus which was super sweet.
Highly recommend