No Rivals This cafe's downtown location operates absent the funk of the Twin Sisters in Alamo Heights. Its streetcorner location and picture windows give it an urban feel, as does ordering at the counter and fetching your own drinks. The Popular One A brisk lunch crowd of locals in dress-for-success and delivery service to area businesses keeps Twin Sisters ...
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Posted by Citysearch
on April 03, 2008, (Edited August 18, 2003)
this sounds like a petty complaint. it makes me wonder if youve ever been anywhere to eat since this is somewhat common. maybe 10 min into your wait you shouldve asked someone what the hold up was. i know everyone would like to think they are special and they are the only customer but they arent. a friendly reminder wouldve been a good idea i think.
p.s.- its the only veg. place in san antonio which ...
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This was my first time, and it will be my last. It took over 25 minutes to get a "to go" order that consisted of a 1/2 turkey sandwich. No prior notice that it would take so long to get my order and a half-hearted "sorry" when I inquired about it. The hype is severely overrated! Generally, a person orders to go when they are in a hurry, not to waste over half of a lunch hour! Never again!
We love this place. Great food. Friendly folks. The Alamo Heights version is plagued by unfriendly, inefficient staff. This downtown location is in stark contrast. We love our waiter, who remembers us each time.
Try the miso sandwich, which is unique. The cornbread muffins are fantastic, as are most of the soups (gazpacho, split pea, and bean are our favorites). The mixed grilled vegies with ...
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