Mildfire Coffee Roasters

It's time to update my review from 2010. Here we are, 14 years later, and if I'm being VERY honest, I didn't even remember writing that 3 star review back then.It looks like we've all grown up since then, though! Mildfire has actually become a VERY regular stop for me this year. I have made it a habit to drop in at least once every week and a half to pick up a bag of their 1835 whole beans that they roast in-house. They're a blend of expertly roasted beans that yield a reliably syrupy and chocolatey espresso time and time again; it's my favorite bean!The service seems like maybe it wasn't great back in 2010, but I can happily report that the baristas at Mildfire in 2024 are awesome people. They're kind, helpful, and really great at what they do. I really look forward to dropping by here a couple of times a month!See you all real soon!

While in the area, I made my way to Mildfire fully intent on experiencing their Aztec mocha. I walked into a lively conversation between the barista and friends that was on the verge of offputting. I managed to squeeze in my order (with an extra shot, duh) and looked around while I waited. The rest of the shop was quiet , dimly lit, and seemed to be a good place to get some work done. For a small café, they seemed to make the most of their seating areas. The bathroom was clean and spacious. I picked up my drink and drank it on the way home, 35 minutes away. It actually was very tasty, as I'm not a huge fan of spice in my drinks. I don't think I'll go out of my way to revisit, but I do recommend the mocha if you are nearby.

I found this hidden gem tucked away at a strip mall on the outskirts of San Antonio. It looks fairly nondescript from the outside, but once you enter the premises, you know you're someplace special. The interior is brightly infused with an array of warm colors and has a relaxed vibe. The staff were cheerful, friendly, and greet you with a smile. The menu is expansive, offering a wide variety of expertly crafted coffee drinks with dairy alternatives for those who are lactose intolerant. The selection here runs the gamut, with single-origin and blend coffees from Central America to Africa. Another neat aspect of this place is that their brew methods are all encompassing as they offer drip, pour over, French press, Chemex, cold brew, and of course traditional espresso! After much consideration, I opted for the Aztec Mocha with oat milk. The drink comprised a blend of cayenne pepper, chocolate chips, espresso, and cinnamon! The first sip was like taking a euphoric journey into blissful tranquility. The sweet blend of cinnamon with the heat of cayenne packed a punch that put me back on my feet. After enjoying my drink, I walked to the back of the establishment where I saw an older man tending to a coffee roaster.Curious, I spoke with him briefly and learned that he was the in house master coffee roaster who had more than 30 years of experience. So, not only does Mildfire make excellent coffee, they source and roast their own beans weekly. It doesn't get much better than that! This is hands down the best coffee shop in the San Antonio area!

Five star matcha lattes in a really chill café!Former coffee shop and specialty tea shop barista here! I've only heard fantastic things about Mildfire so I had to stop in while I was in the area. The place is a whole vibe, with comfy furniture, tons of plants, indie music playing overhead, and lots of art by a local artist for sale hung on all of the walls. Business was on the slower side when I went, with only one other couple ahead of me who purchased over a hundred dollars worth of coffee beans, and the single barista working the shop was both super kind and insanely quick with my order.I had an Iced Matcha Latte that easily became one of my top five favorite coffee shop matchas I've had. It was crafted really well, and was super creamy and smooth with the matcha itself mixed evenly throughout the drink. I'd opted for a sweetener this visit, and between it and the whole milk the Latte was a little sweeter than I'd expected but delicious nonetheless. The matcha was still bold in flavor but not too strong or bitter, and paired well with the elevated level of sweetness.I'm actively looking forward to returning to try more of their menu, especially the coffee that couple purchased all of those beans for, and stay a little longer in such a neat environment. I'll definitely have to bring some friends with me next time!

Coffee is excellent probably one of the best coffees I've had in town and the price is great! Only $3 for an iced Americano. Unfortunately, this place rotten with terrible customer service. I said thank you twice. The lady literally didn't even acknowledge me. Seemed like she didn't want to be there.

Honestly the drinks were super delicious, the service was really great! The young lady that helped us was smiling the whole time and looked happy to help! The ambiance was cool! Has a lot of places to take some cute pictures!

This place is a gem! Such a lovely group of ladies and the atmosphere is intimate. The master roaster even gave us a tour of the roasting area. He comes every Saturday and its amazing. Keep being amazing ladies!

Mildfire is a great little coffee shop. I used to go to it a bunch when it was located in the medical center, and I've been to this location several times over the years. I'm not a coffee snob, so take this with a grain of salt, but I think their coffee is delicious. My go to is an americano and theirs didn't disappoint. I had one of their blueberry muffins and that was good too. No real complaints. The space itself is fairly narrow and small. They have some tables along the wall without much access to outlets. So if you're looking to work, make sure your laptop is fully charged. It can also be a little loud so make sure you also bring noise cancelling headphones if you need to write or whatever. That's why I took a star off. I think coffee shops should have tons of outlets and their tables are functional rather than comfortable. They do have a couple of plush chairs at the front but that's about it. They have a couple of tables outside. If you're in the area, and want good coffee, I recommend stopping by.

Went for a drive for a smaller coffee shop found this little gem. The owner is very sweet and so is her employee we met. I got the Hot Butter Latte with Oat milk and my husband got an Americano. I really enjoyed the Hot Butter Latte. It was not too sweet, smooth, and very tasty. Even the American was very smooth. Plain and simple, no added anything. Both my husband and I enjoyed the flavor. We hung out for a bit chatting, so we decided on a 2nd cup. So I decided to try another Signature drink. I got the Aztec Mocha with Oat milk. As a personal preference...bit much on the cinnamon. But still a good drink.

Love love love their coffee!! my husband and I have tried various places around town, but this gem is the best one yet! Strong coffee but not too grainy like other shops. Great service, especially if you don't know what you want.