Buenas Ideas

janice jewell

2021-05

A GENERAL STORE and MORE.I love this unique friendly place.From the parking area which you see 1st.There are picnic tables all around parking lot. Great for social distancing. And you get to see a huge exotic bird cage with happy nesting cooing birds and their eggs and a couple of baby kangaroos.An ice cream shop with many sweeties.Hot dogs, Cuban and Italian sandwiches, hot and cold drinks. Not your typical snack bar, but much better. lovely outdoor seating forLarger parties. And yes you can rent area for parties.Exotic wares from far away places are fun to check out or take home. So eclectic you must see yourself. Jack and Diane are so friendly and warm and make your visit a memorable time. Hours 11-7.Open all days except Monday.

Ashley Gross

2024-03

Very interesting place with fun animals and other things for kids to look at outside. Unfortunately the ice cream prices were very high ($5 single scoop, $7 for double, $8 for milkshake) and the vanilla ice cream we purchased had a foul taste to it as though it were contaminated with soap or a cleaner ... The people working were very kind, but we will not be returning.

Danny McCarty

2023-08

Wonderfully oddball fusion of the Texas hill country and 1950s Acuña. Brilliant ceramic lizards, great horned owl decoys, Mexican remedies y CocaCola grandes, honey, ice cream, sculptures, Baby Percy Medicine; stuff everywhere. Not boring. Jack and Diana are helpful and gracious. I unloaded $75 and left with a big smile.

Phyllis Crain

2024-03

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Sylvia Diaz

2021-05

I can't even begin to tell you why I have never stopped by before living only 3 minutes away. But it is a really awesome place. They have baby Joey's and Chinese pheasants and beautiful items inside the store. Stop by and check it out.. Highly recommended..

Cathleen Dane

2022-05

Highly recommend this establishment! So much to look at, so much to buy! So much yummy taste things to eat! And Jack is the best host ever fully knowledgeable and extremely courteous!

Edina Rowe

2024-02

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Heidi Isales

2023-10

Very friendly owner - you will find an array of jewelry, kangaroos, MX remedies and ice cream. There is a good amount of stuff and animals to see.

Marie Meyers

2024-02

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Alex Solis

2023-05

An interesting place to visit.The gentleman that runs the place is very polite and he loves to chat!He is a wealth of information on all the cool stuff they sell.They sale a little of everything and they make their own delicious ice cream. When in the area, I highly recommend stopping by to shop and visit.

Julio Mancha

2022-05

Had a really good time with my kids and wife at Buenas Ideas. I was greeted by a friendly man named Jack who gave me a tour of the place and products that they carry. The store itself is very unique, they carry jewelry, clothes, outdoor decorations, and a variety of foods and desserts. My family and I ordered food which was very delicious and Jack's hospitality made my experience so much more then just a regular stop at a store. My kids went outside to see the beautiful peacocks and was told that they bring animals for kids to see, they really enjoyed themselves. I recommend this place to anyone to stop by and treat themselves to great atmosphere where food, drinks, desserts and the great service are combined to create an unforgettable experience. Thank you again Jack we will be back soon.

Shelly Kappelmann

2021-05

Cute & unique location. The ice cream was great! I had strawberry sorbet and my husband had a banana split that was gorgeous!! The building and grounds are neat and clean. Even though it was a rather cool day, we sat outside and had our ice cream with the live kangaroos. They have snacks, ice cream and some unique gifts & jewelry. Super nice, friendly staff.

zaki gasem

2022-05

Interesting ideas , delicious ice cream . Check also some organic medicines

Stephen Rocky Hernandez

2023-05

Loved the personal so nice, sweet, and full of love. Ice cream waffle cones were so delicious. My Italian Sub with dipping sauce was one of the best as well. A great family must stop for anyone passing by.

Tiffany Denice

2023-05

LOVE this place. It's a one stop shop for everything.

Sarah Puckett

2021-05

Cute random stop. Have live kangaroos and birds, lots of statues of animals (which my daughter loved), and free rides on the horse or elephant. Snack shack style for food and ice cream and drinks. Some souvenirs and random clothes for sale inside. Small clean bathroom with changing table. Friendly helpful staff too!

Amber and David Castaneda

2021-05

Amazing little big coffee shop. Stopped for a quick pick me up with a cup of Joe and stayed longer. Where to start. Going in the store with a variety to pick from imported merchandise. To hand crafted silver jewelry, and don't get me started with the munchies..... They had icecream variety including splits. Mangoneadas sandwiches and snacks. The ultimate favorite the cuban sandwich. Outside there were attractions. From a Kangaroo and beautiful birds. And all types a things to look at for FREE!!!! Not expensive at all. Perfect outing for a nice day out. With the friendliest service we will be going back soon.

Rich Flory

2021-05

Being winter Texans, we had no doctor. When my wife developed a kidney stone, they said they carry many Mexican herbal medicines including a urinary cleanse and a stone buster which were very inexpensive. Five days later, she got pain again and went to ER. After the CAT scan, the doctor said the stone had passed, and the kidneys and urinary tract were CLEAR--these herbals worked! We can't thank them enough for their kind help and concern for our situation as we really were literally between a "ROCK" and a hard place at that time (pardon the pun). I recommend the Cubano sandwich combo and authentic Chicago dogs. Super ice cream treats made your way, and sterling silver jewelry-- my wife's favorite. Lots of taxidermy for sale. Kids love chasing Friendly the chicken and watching the kangaroos and birds and peacocks as well as seeing all the oversized fake animals. Neat place to hang out!

RobinAutumn

2022-05

Cute shop. Good ice cream flavors and treats. Nice choice of foods and snacks. Unique yard items for kids to have fun viewing.

Evelyn Morgan

2024-03

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Abner Casiano

2022-05

Very nice place with various animals. The ice cream I had was amazing and rich. Unique products for sale as well.

Yolanda Gonzalez

2023-05

They have some beautiful pottery, I didn't go into the store just browsed outside . Great prices

Karen Salazar

2023-05

Such a fun and interesting place! I recommend stopping here for ice cream, snacks, and milkshakes!

Larry Keeble

2022-05

This is a fun variety place to grab a bite and specialty shaved ice dessert and other specialty foods. Something out of the ordinary. Go going Jack! It was a pleasure meeting you!

Dean Lee

2021-05

My son wanted plane vanilla ice cream. That was great. The Cuban sandwich was very good and the bread was crisp.

Alejandra Castañeda Gonzalez

2022-05

a unique and beautiful place where you can find a little of everything!, with a warm personal attention, you leave the store with a big smile and grateful for the good service. I loved!

Think Moderately

2022-05

First time here it was very pleasant! The employees are friendly and even gave us chicken eggs for free! We will definitely come back!

George Sanchez-Vega

2021-05

A hidden gem and quaint place to chill (literally). Serves all kinds of ice cream, snacks and fun foods. Really interesting things to see and talk about.

Patricia Esperanza

2021-05

Customer service is great..Diana is very sweet..lots of one of a kind items..wagon wheels..one of a kind dinning tables everything hand crafted..and while your looking stop and have a paleta

Mike

2023-05

Great lil ice cream hangout, everything you lay eyes on is FOR SALE! Don't be afraid to ask.