San Gines

I'm really glad I waited to check them out, because it looks like they've got the kinks worked out.When we went it was pretty slow, so we quickly ordered inside our churros, were given a number and sat down.Both came within the time we were given (~15-20 mins), and were brought out to us from the food truck by a very nice woman. She was hustling! I saw her run back to the food truck when she heard the bell ring. The churros were pretty good, especially the stuffed ones. They were nice and warm and not stale (like I've read in other reviews).Nothing mind blowing but between a nice relaxed atmophesere, and a the tasty churros, I'll definitely come back.

Review of San Gines, Austin: Nice Space, Forgettable FoodSan Gines in Austin has a stylish, contemporary interior and a lovely patio that makes for a pleasant dining environment. Unfortunately, the food doesn't quite live up to the setting.The eggs were overly oily, the chorizo lacked flavor, and even the churros--usually the highlight at a place like this--were greasy and unremarkable. It wasn't a terrible meal, but nothing stood out in a way that would make me want to return.With so many great dining options in Austin, San Gines feels like a place you try once for the ambiance but don't necessarily add to your regular rotation.

After being invited by the manager, Valentina, and hearing some good feedback from friends who went recently, I decided to give San Gines another chance. I'm glad I did.I found out most of the (bad) staff from the opening weeks is gone, and I was pleased with the new staff, who was welcoming and nice.The place is just as pretty as it was, but now it's not overcrowded, you can find some good seats inside and outside. The drinks/coffees are all looking delicious, and the pastries are from Teal House (you can't ever go wrong with them!!). I had the chocolate latte and really liked it.I tried the three huevos plate, and didn't love the texture of the chorizo but everything else was very good and price is reasonable ($15 for a big plate).I was too full to give the churros another try, but I will go back and get them on my one (aka not being offered them, and staying impartial).I would definitely go back for coffee and pastries, it's a good spot to meet some friends or even a work casual hang out. Thanks Valentina for making up for my bad experience.

My friend and I are both Spanish and made plans to check out San Gines. We've been to the original location in Madrid many times and were interested in seeing how the ATX location would compare. Parking is very limited. There is a small lot in front with pretty narrow spaces, but it gets full quickly. One employee told us to park in the CVS parking lot across the road, but there are tow signs there, so that's not an option. There is limited neighborhood street parking behind Sam Gines, so it's really just luck. You order at the counter/bar area inside and then get a number and pick your seat. We ordered churros (4 for $9) which came with a little cup of melted chocolate. We chose the cinnamon and sugar blend, but could've gotten just sugar or plain. We also got a latte and a glass of freshly squeezed OJ, a plate of pan con tomate (which came with slices of manchego cheese and jamón), and a chocolate croissant. Everything was tasty! Definitely more expensive than anything you would get in Spain, of course, but the taste is all there. The indoor and outdoor seating is also really aesthetically pleasing. Outside is dog-friendly, and the place in general is super family-friendly. The only "miss" for me in the decor was that the plants were all fake, for the most part. I really feel like some live plants would go a long way! They've got great natural lighting and high ceilings inside and could really do a nice job with some real plants. All in all, a cute spot with Spanish ties!

My friends and I have been waiting for this place to open for almost a year now, and we finally got to try it the other day! When it first opened, I saw that it was super crowded, and it was definitely still crowded but we didn't have to wait at all. I also had no issues finding parking in their parking lot out front. There are indoor and outdoor spaces, but unfortunately it was raining when we went so everyone was crowded inside.When you first enter, you can place your order at the counter before grabbing a seat. There are four separate menus, listing coffee, breakfast, lunch/dinner, pastry, cocktail, and of course churro options. We decided to try:- Cafe Catalan (2/5): This is a double espresso with lemon zest, milk, and bruleed sugar. Honestly, it just tasted like espresso. If you're looking for an interesting coffee, I would recommend the San Gines Choco-Latte instead, which tastes like a mocha.- Churros (5/5): This was easily my favorite part of the experience. The churros were brought out with our coffee, and you should be sure to enjoy them while they're still fresh! One of my friends is from Spain, and she showed us her favorite way to eat them, which is to order them plain and get sugar on the side to dip them in. The churros also came with a small cup of hot chocolate to dip them in, which was super delicious. The hot chocolate is not like the hot chocolate I normally see in America, which is mostly milk. It was super thick, almost like melted chocolate with just a little cream. The churros were crisp on the outside and fluffy in the middle, but quite oily so grab some napkins!- Tortilla Espanola (4/5): This was our favorite savory dish! It was mostly egg, similar to an omelette with potatoes and onions inside. I enjoyed the salsa it was plated with, which was just a little spicy. The portion was perfect for the three of us to share as an appetizer or for one person to enjoy as an entree. - Huevos Rotos (3/5): This is like a Spanish breakfast hash, with jamon, chorizo, bell peppers, eggs, and potatoes. I appreciated how much jamon they included, but I wish the potatoes had been crispier. The chorizo was also overcooked.- Croquetas (3.7/4): I thought these were good but I wish they were a little crispier!Overall, I had a good experience here! After reading some reviews from when they first opened, I would say they've ironed out some issues they were having and you should give them another try. Personally, I would love to go back to try their cocktails and sit on their patio when it's nice out!

After reading their initial reviews, I was hesitant about visiting, but I think they've worked out all of their kinks after opening. We had a really great time visiting San Gines. We ordered two chocolate martinis that were delicious. Their churros were thin but long, and the chocolate dipping sauce is rich, so we could have split an order of 4. The patatas bravas and croquetas were also tasty.The spot is quite vibey too with dim lighting inside. We visited on a Friday evening and they had an open air bar, an indoor section for seating, and a patio section. There were a few fire pits in between tables outside. When you arrive, you order everything at the first bar to the right. They give you a number and they bring the items to your table. The order came out relatively quick and we opted to sit at the bar. We'll be back!

I tried out San Gines a few days ago, and had an overall pleasant experience!My friend and I originally went to try the churros, but we also came on a Friday evening, and were hungry enough for some savory food before diving into just churros! Parking is not too bad, but it can be hard to turn into the lot if you are driving at night since the area is not super well lit (like most of Austin). The space itself is relatively small, but with how the seats are spaced out, it feels like you can fit a lot of people into the space. And when we were there, there were plenty of patrons, but getting up to go use the restroom felt kind of awkward since I bumped into some chairs on my way. To start off, I had a sparkling water and brussels sprouts. My friend had a Spanish omelet which she thoroughly enjoyed. I wasn't a fan of the brussels sprouts as they weren't crispy, and were more chewy in texture. They also came out in a huge bowl, and it felt weird just eating a large bowl of mediocre brussels sprouts for dinner...also, $21 for Topo Chico and brussels sprouts? It was definitely on the overpriced side. The churros were not bad though! $8 gets you four skinny and long churros to dip into liquid chocolate. I would have liked it if the chocolate had been sweeter. The churros were light and had a soft crispy texture to them, especially with the added cinnamon sugar. Next time I have a craving for churros, I know where to go, but I think I'll have dinner elsewhere next time.

Came here for dessert and we loved it!! We got the plain and cinnamon churros with chocolate and they were delicious!! My favorite was the plain churro bc it wasn't too sweet!! We sat outside with the fire pits and it was so beautiful and warm even though it was a little chilly!!

incredible omg such a cute porch and amazing churros great for dogsalbariño wine offerings!

We've been several times and the food and drinks are always delicious. The patio in back is lovely at night. Very comfortable and relaxed. The service is helpful and friendly. It has gotten a little easier with the recent change to simplify ordering at the front counter.