I Highly recommend this place! The Chicken Tortilla Soup is AMAZING and the Chicken Saltimboca is OUTSTANDING!!! Some of the BEST food I've tasted in San Antonio! I'll definitely eat here again. Kudos to Bryony for her AWESOME service!
I have been seeing this place and now after visiting I wish I would have dined here much sooner. I love how it's tucked away with a super cute patio. I decided to sit outdoors because it was such a nice day today. We ordered the Alex's Big Rip sandwich and the Flame Grilled Fresh Salmon with a side of the hand-mashed guacamole. Everything was so tasty. That side of guacamole had a surprising kick which I liked because I love spicy food. And the mango avocado salsa was also unexpectedly really delicious. And I love how they just dropped off a bag of focaccia bread. I'll definitely be back to try more things on the menu.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Guacamole
Kelly Lozano
I've been going to Pam's since it opened. My daughter was 4 years old then, and she is about to turn 25, so that's how I always remember how long they've been there. The food has always been great, but this place has only gotten better with age. Everyone I am going to mention who works there is family, one way or another.David, the owner, can be found there pretty much every night of the week. His sons cook in the kitchen. He has definitely taught them well. Not only is great food the key, but consistency is just as important, and this is always evident at every visit. The menu is very diverse, and offers something for pretty much everyone. The lunch menu and dinner menu differ greatly. At lunchtime, there are many soups, salads and sandwiches, and dinner time offers a wide array of dishes. (Their soups are always an excellent choice, day or night). I've yet to have anything on the menu that I didn't fully enjoy. David is a very knowledgeable and personable owner, who obviously takes great pride in his establishment. He has taught his sons and his other employees very well.Sisters, Linda and Val, who can be found working there pretty much all the time, (Val during the day, and Linda mainly at night) not only wait on tables and take care of a myriad of other responsibilities, are also responsible for making the best cakes, cupcakes, and desserts I've ever had. (This is coming from someone who actually really does not like cake or cupcakes.) I'm not kidding. The cupcakes are so moist, often have fillings in them, and have the creamiest, not too sweet frosting I have ever had in my life! I truly challenge anyone to disagree with this. I have been told that a gal named Sky is now also helping out the girls with making some desserts. (By the way, if you do go to Pam's, you need to see Linda and Val side by side to realize that they are actually two different people!)Ric also wears many, many hats. He often greets people, he answers the telephone, he takes to go orders, he ensures that the to go orders are packed correctly, and he serves people who decide to sit at the bar or in the bar area. I happen to know that he interviews and hires much of the staff, just through random conversations we have had over time. I am definitely minimizing what he does because he does a great deal more than that. He manages the place, and does a great job at it!I'm certain there are people I haven't named, (because I am terrible with names) but I go there a lot for a reason: The food is consistently great, and more so, the customer service is incomparable.I have a friend from this industry who visits me occasionally, and even though we may be in the mood for a cocktail, she and I will agree that I'd prefer a good glass of wine, and she'd prefer a nice draught beer, because sitting at that little bar, and visiting with Ric, seeing the folks that work there and dedicate themselves so fully, and even making new friends with other customers, is far, far better than a cocktail I can easily go home and make later on, if I still want it.I've come to consider these people my friends. They are genuine, they are talented, and they are more and more unique in this day and age. This is a tough industry, particularly for individual owners. If you're on the fence about where to go on any given day or night, I recommend going here. Just be sure to check their hours and days of operation.
Me and my wife decided to finally try this outstanding establishment and we are absolutely blown away at the experience we had. As soon as we walked in they treat you as if you were family!Everything frrom the food , drinks and desert are on point and will definitely come back for lunch to try these famous sandwiches. Shout out to Linda , the owner and the cool buff guy "can't remember his name to save my life" for being the people you are and the reason this place has been here for 20yrs!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Julianan Castano
The service is very good , but the cesar salad dressing is very strong. Try something else1
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tortilla Soup
Randi
I tried Pam's for the first time with a friend for lunch. I had their BLT with ham added, and my friend ordered chicken salad. The service was amazing. They weren't too busy and we were well attended to. The sandwiches were so tasty! They also brought us some bread as an appetizer and we could not put it down. Would definitely eat here again!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Rosanne Atkinson
I was hungry so I ordered the avocado and chips, well this was a meal on its own. It had salsa, pico de gallo, and a mango salsa on the side with a load of guacamole. We had a few 1/2 dozen bites before I thought to take a photo. We had the special The Mustard Salom. It was delicious, flaky, and hot (meaning we got it from the grill not a warmed up plate). I did not think to take a picture of the plate until it was too late.I learned Pam’s Patio has been around for a while (I forgot how long ). It family owned and local restaurants in and out doors. This may become my favorite place.Parking: There is plenty of parking.Kid-friendliness: There were kid choices.
Hidden gem! I love coming here because they have a variety of cuisines and it's all been delicious. The free warm bread is hard to resist.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Van A.
Love this place for lunch and especially a fabulous dinner! Delicious food and great service. All entrees are unique and flavorful. We enjoy the guacamole salsa or getting a pizza to share as an appetizer. There are tasty beer selections on draft and the wine list is stellar. We've been coming here for years and plan to continue for many more.
Used to go to PAM'S all the time. First time back in a while. The food was still solid just not as good as in the past. Service was adequate at best, finished my iced tea before my food arrived and never got a refill. When you pay the amount I paid for a cup of soup and a Half Caesar salad with chicken at a minimum the service should be stellar.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 3
Wade Collier
The food is wonderful. Service is warm and friendly. I prefer the patio area on pretty days. Highly recommend!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Renee
The asian chicken salad was incredibly lackluster and the dressing that comes with it is awful! A sad little pile of pale cold chicken on a pile of greens served with dressing that is far too thick and has no taste other than intense salty garlic. In fact, they may actually just dish out some mashed garlic in a jar from the store and call it dressing. I couldn’t find any cabbage on the plate, though the menu listed it as a primary ingredient. I took one bite and told the waitress that I did not like it at all, and declined a box to take it home, but I was charged for it, though I ordered an entree too, so removing it wouldn’t have hurt them much at all. And I dare anyone to try to eat what I was served. Truly atrocious! The chipotle chicken sandwich was good, as was the mango salsa served with it. But the salad was as bad as the sandwich was good, so I give the place three stars out of generosity. By my estimate, you have a 50/50 chance of loving your meal or being served something completely unacceptable and inedible then being charged a premium for it when it goes untouched. (Worked in restaurants for years, and it is unheard of to charge for something someone does not like to the extent that they do not eat any of it) Roll the dice if you’re feeling lucky.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 3
Recommended dishes: Mango Avocado Salsa
Margaret Altizer
Fun, funky hole in the wall spot in The Elms. Delicious food and wonderful, cozy atmosphere!Parking: Easy access to Pam's Patio Kitchen via parking lot.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Cupcake, Asian Chicken Salad, Tortilla Soup
The best food you will find in the neighborhood
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I Highly recommend this place! The Chicken Tortilla Soup is AMAZING and the Chicken Saltimboca is OUTSTANDING!!! Some of the BEST food I've tasted in San Antonio! I'll definitely eat here again. Kudos to Bryony for her AWESOME service!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Saltimbocca, Tortilla Soup
I have been seeing this place and now after visiting I wish I would have dined here much sooner. I love how it's tucked away with a super cute patio. I decided to sit outdoors because it was such a nice day today. We ordered the Alex's Big Rip sandwich and the Flame Grilled Fresh Salmon with a side of the hand-mashed guacamole. Everything was so tasty. That side of guacamole had a surprising kick which I liked because I love spicy food. And the mango avocado salsa was also unexpectedly really delicious. And I love how they just dropped off a bag of focaccia bread. I'll definitely be back to try more things on the menu.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Guacamole
I've been going to Pam's since it opened. My daughter was 4 years old then, and she is about to turn 25, so that's how I always remember how long they've been there. The food has always been great, but this place has only gotten better with age. Everyone I am going to mention who works there is family, one way or another.David, the owner, can be found there pretty much every night of the week. His sons cook in the kitchen. He has definitely taught them well. Not only is great food the key, but consistency is just as important, and this is always evident at every visit. The menu is very diverse, and offers something for pretty much everyone. The lunch menu and dinner menu differ greatly. At lunchtime, there are many soups, salads and sandwiches, and dinner time offers a wide array of dishes. (Their soups are always an excellent choice, day or night). I've yet to have anything on the menu that I didn't fully enjoy. David is a very knowledgeable and personable owner, who obviously takes great pride in his establishment. He has taught his sons and his other employees very well.Sisters, Linda and Val, who can be found working there pretty much all the time, (Val during the day, and Linda mainly at night) not only wait on tables and take care of a myriad of other responsibilities, are also responsible for making the best cakes, cupcakes, and desserts I've ever had. (This is coming from someone who actually really does not like cake or cupcakes.) I'm not kidding. The cupcakes are so moist, often have fillings in them, and have the creamiest, not too sweet frosting I have ever had in my life! I truly challenge anyone to disagree with this. I have been told that a gal named Sky is now also helping out the girls with making some desserts. (By the way, if you do go to Pam's, you need to see Linda and Val side by side to realize that they are actually two different people!)Ric also wears many, many hats. He often greets people, he answers the telephone, he takes to go orders, he ensures that the to go orders are packed correctly, and he serves people who decide to sit at the bar or in the bar area. I happen to know that he interviews and hires much of the staff, just through random conversations we have had over time. I am definitely minimizing what he does because he does a great deal more than that. He manages the place, and does a great job at it!I'm certain there are people I haven't named, (because I am terrible with names) but I go there a lot for a reason: The food is consistently great, and more so, the customer service is incomparable.I have a friend from this industry who visits me occasionally, and even though we may be in the mood for a cocktail, she and I will agree that I'd prefer a good glass of wine, and she'd prefer a nice draught beer, because sitting at that little bar, and visiting with Ric, seeing the folks that work there and dedicate themselves so fully, and even making new friends with other customers, is far, far better than a cocktail I can easily go home and make later on, if I still want it.I've come to consider these people my friends. They are genuine, they are talented, and they are more and more unique in this day and age. This is a tough industry, particularly for individual owners. If you're on the fence about where to go on any given day or night, I recommend going here. Just be sure to check their hours and days of operation.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chipotle Chicken Sandwich, Grilled Salmon, Mango Avocado Salsa, Chicken Saltimbocca, Chicken Tinga Tacos, Beef, Strawberry Cake, Tortilla Soup, Vietnamese Chicken Sandwich, Cupcake, Guacamole
Me and my wife decided to finally try this outstanding establishment and we are absolutely blown away at the experience we had. As soon as we walked in they treat you as if you were family!Everything frrom the food , drinks and desert are on point and will definitely come back for lunch to try these famous sandwiches. Shout out to Linda , the owner and the cool buff guy "can't remember his name to save my life" for being the people you are and the reason this place has been here for 20yrs!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The service is very good , but the cesar salad dressing is very strong. Try something else1
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tortilla Soup
I tried Pam's for the first time with a friend for lunch. I had their BLT with ham added, and my friend ordered chicken salad. The service was amazing. They weren't too busy and we were well attended to. The sandwiches were so tasty! They also brought us some bread as an appetizer and we could not put it down. Would definitely eat here again!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I was hungry so I ordered the avocado and chips, well this was a meal on its own. It had salsa, pico de gallo, and a mango salsa on the side with a load of guacamole. We had a few 1/2 dozen bites before I thought to take a photo. We had the special The Mustard Salom. It was delicious, flaky, and hot (meaning we got it from the grill not a warmed up plate). I did not think to take a picture of the plate until it was too late.I learned Pam’s Patio has been around for a while (I forgot how long ). It family owned and local restaurants in and out doors. This may become my favorite place.Parking: There is plenty of parking.Kid-friendliness: There were kid choices.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Grilled Salmon, Mango Avocado Salsa, Spinach Strawberry Pecan Salad
Hidden gem! I love coming here because they have a variety of cuisines and it's all been delicious. The free warm bread is hard to resist.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Love this place for lunch and especially a fabulous dinner! Delicious food and great service. All entrees are unique and flavorful. We enjoy the guacamole salsa or getting a pizza to share as an appetizer. There are tasty beer selections on draft and the wine list is stellar. We've been coming here for years and plan to continue for many more.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Mango Avocado Salsa
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This place is super
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Used to go to PAM'S all the time. First time back in a while. The food was still solid just not as good as in the past. Service was adequate at best, finished my iced tea before my food arrived and never got a refill. When you pay the amount I paid for a cup of soup and a Half Caesar salad with chicken at a minimum the service should be stellar.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 3
The food is wonderful. Service is warm and friendly. I prefer the patio area on pretty days. Highly recommend!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The asian chicken salad was incredibly lackluster and the dressing that comes with it is awful! A sad little pile of pale cold chicken on a pile of greens served with dressing that is far too thick and has no taste other than intense salty garlic. In fact, they may actually just dish out some mashed garlic in a jar from the store and call it dressing. I couldn’t find any cabbage on the plate, though the menu listed it as a primary ingredient. I took one bite and told the waitress that I did not like it at all, and declined a box to take it home, but I was charged for it, though I ordered an entree too, so removing it wouldn’t have hurt them much at all. And I dare anyone to try to eat what I was served. Truly atrocious! The chipotle chicken sandwich was good, as was the mango salsa served with it. But the salad was as bad as the sandwich was good, so I give the place three stars out of generosity. By my estimate, you have a 50/50 chance of loving your meal or being served something completely unacceptable and inedible then being charged a premium for it when it goes untouched. (Worked in restaurants for years, and it is unheard of to charge for something someone does not like to the extent that they do not eat any of it) Roll the dice if you’re feeling lucky.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 3
Recommended dishes: Mango Avocado Salsa
Fun, funky hole in the wall spot in The Elms. Delicious food and wonderful, cozy atmosphere!Parking: Easy access to Pam's Patio Kitchen via parking lot.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Cupcake, Asian Chicken Salad, Tortilla Soup