We keep going back to Hacienda Vallarta Mexican Buffet in San Antonio because it consistently delivers an unbeatable experience. The buffet offers a wide variety of authentic Mexican dishes, from sizzling fajitas and enchiladas to fresh salsas and sweet desserts, all packed with flavor and made with care. The ambience is warm and inviting, with a vibrant, family-friendly atmosphere that makes it perfect for gatherings or casual meals. The customer service is outstanding--the staff is always friendly, attentive, and quick to make sure you have everything you need. Whether it's the delicious food, welcoming vibe, or exceptional service, Hacienda Vallarta never disappoints!

The food was all really good! Plus fresh. Every time we went up they were either loading in new food or cleaning up. The service was really great. Our waitress was super friendly,helpful and all round a joy. They have fun upbeat Hispanic music that makes you feel at home. Everything is really clean. If for some reason you seen a mess someone is right there cleaning it up right away. Flavor was a 10/10 as was service. We will definitely be coming back

Went here for the first time. Saw it mention on my Facebook page and gave a try. Staff was so friendly was very impressed with the selection of food. I will definitely come back. Just can't beat the price.

This is what Real Mexican Food should taste like, I'm from CDMX (México City) and I've also lived in Jalisco, Guanajuato, Monterrey and Laredo; and my Mom is an amazing cook. Believe I know good Mexican Food. Everything from the sopas, caldos, guisado, gorditas everything is great; when I came for the very first time some months ago I didn't try Asian food , the fried rice is really good (better than some Asian buffets), and the pineapple chicken is very tasty also. Mexican dessert staples were there, flan , arroz con leche, awesome stuff; and the cake treats are also very good. Great service, they are very attentive; and also great ambiance with the beautiful Mexican music.

I must admit I have a serious aversion to buffets. I never understood their mass appeal nor their popularity. In my experiences with them it is always a thousand food sides( salads, mash potatoes, pastas, rice and vegetables. ) next to two meats. Always accompanied by impatient patrons tailgating behind you with tongs in tow. Offset by piles and piles of desserts I somehow never get to sample, no matter how big my appetite is. However, in my next culinary adventure with Chef Don B. he suggested trying Hacienda Vallarta's buffet. Needless to say it's not hard to twist my arm with a good tortilla or great company. Again ever the wise sage Don emphasized getting there early. Arriving here by 11 am but leaving by 2pm I saw exactly what he meant. But let me rewind my review back to the beginning as a person who rewinds a cassette with a pencil. Basically you pay up front which around is $13 bucks for the lunch buffet, 15 for the dinner one not including a drink. You take your ticket to a table and a server brings: drinks, utensils and removes all plates after you are finished with them. In San Antonio there are not alot of Mexican buffets. I do remember the one at Pancho's on Marbach Road. As with all buffets your first go round is meant to survey the different stations to strategize your next serving. Here there is: picadillo, carnitas, enchiladas, beef fillings for tacos, beans made with lard, chicarones, small gordita tortillas, toppings etc. Not to be outdone along the other side is a small selection of Chinese and American Food. And across the room there is a section for desserts: flan, banana pudding, churros. You get the picture. Yes patrons maneuver around the different stations like a school of hangry fish. The thing is food is spread out leaving space for patrons to reconfigure their food strategies. Before I go on the service was impeccable. Our server went above and beyond. I would leave to fine tune my buffet strategy only to find my glass filled with another drink. In my opinion if you're wanting to sample different Mexican foods this is the way to go. The food is good. For example the picadillo and beans are greasy, right up my alley. The tortillas are thick but you have to request for them: flour or corn. And Don was right. By 1 pm. the place, which is pretty vast was brimming with patrons. Music in the background playing was Norteno, Regional Mexican which matched the fast paced but laid-back vibe. After the 100th plate I finally tapped out. Hacienda Vallarta on Bandera Street heading towards Leon Valley is a good intermediary if you want to sample Mexican Foods. The food is good, the service is excellent and the price is right. I saw construction workers, out of towners, ladies doing "Girl Talk" and everyone else in between. But food is always better in great company I'm learning. Next stop, "Hole in the wall" Chinese cuisine. Any suggestions?