20 kid-friendly bars and restaurants in San Antonio

Great dining spots abound in San Antonio, but things can get complicated when you have kids in tow. Fortunately, many Alamo City…

By San Antonio Current Staff

Cheesy Jane's 
4200 Broadway, (210) 826-0800, cheesyjanes.com
Cheesy Jane’s serves up grilled burgers from its brightly-hued flagship location at Broadway and Hildebrand. The family-friendly spot also has a coloring kids menu.
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20 must-try hamburgers in San Antonio

Nothing beats a well-made hamburger. The good news is there's no excuse to settle for a bland fast-food burger in San Antonio.…

By San Antonio Current Staff

Bombay Bicycle Club
Multiple Locations, bombaybicycleclubsa.com
Bombay Bicycle Club’s menu showcases its signature burgers and loaded nachos, as well as cocktails, beer and wine. In addition to its longstanding St. Mary’s location, the bar expanded with a location in Hemisfair that opened in 2023.
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The most-anticipated new bars and restaurants coming to the San Antonio area in 2024

A wealth of new dining and drinking options are set to open in the San Antonio area this year. They include concepts…

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Casa Catrina
515 Villita St.
A new, Dia De Los Muertos-themed restaurant is slated to take over the space that formerly housed The Fig Tree at La Villita. According to a post on the San Antonio Riverwalk’s Facebook page, the restaurant’s menu will feature  “authentic, unique and shareable Mexican dishes.”
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20 San Antonio-area bars and restaurants that have closed since the end of 2023

Starting in December 2023, a wave of bar and restaurant closures swept through the San Antonio area, and the high-profile losses included…

By San Antonio Current Staff

Second Pitch Beer Co.
11935 Starcrest Drive, (210) 474-0234, secondpitchbeer.com
On March 7, Second Pitch Beer Co.'s owners announced that the spot was shutting down, with its last day in operation slated for March 9.
The award-winning brewery featured abundant seasonal and rotating beers along with their Hometown Lager and Meet in the Middle IPA. "Thank you for the memories and for your support, love, and friendship over these three years," the post announcing the closure read. "We met amazing people who we hope will be in our lives for years to come."
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San Antonio's essential women-owned restaurants and bars

Women chefs, restaurateurs and innovators are at the forefront of San Antonio's thriving food scene. From casual eats to fine dining, wineries…

By San Antonio Current Staff

The Good Kind
1127 S. St. Mary's St., (210) 801-5892, eatgoodkind.com
An extension of TimTheGirl Catering, The Good Kind is the brick-and-mortar project of Tim McDiarmid, a well-respected James Beard fellow who has also competed on Food Network's Chopped. The Southtown spot serves eats and drinks on its picturesque patio, and hosts regular events including live music and yoga.
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All the hungry foodies we saw at San Antonio's Titans of Tailgate competition

San Antonio's Titans of Tailgate event took place Saturday at  Sunken Garden Theater, bringing together some of the city's best chefs to…

By San Antonio Current Staff

All the hungry foodies we saw at San Antonio's Titans of Tailgate competition
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The San Antonio restaurants perfect for a romantic date night

When making plans to impress a date — whether with a new fling or a longtime partner — finding a restaurant with…

By San Antonio Current Staff

Carriqui
239 E. Grayson St., (210) 910-5547, carriquitx.com
Inspired by the bird from which the restaurant takes its name, Carriqui is dedicated to fresh and local cuisine that represents foods from various regions across the Lone Star State. The Pearl-area restaurant is housed in the former Liberty Bar building, which has been renovated into a warm, inviting space featuring richly-stained wood floors and vintage-inspired artwork.
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These are San Antonio's most beautiful restaurants

While the most important thing about a restaurant is the food itself, there's something to be said for a spot with excellent…

By San Antonio Current Staff

Tokyo Cowboy
135 E. Commerce St., (210) 305-7075, tokyocowboytx.com
Nestled right across the San Antonio river from the historic Bald Cypress some call “Geronimo,” this chic Japanese street food spot markets itself as a “whisky diner” and features menu items such as Viet-Cajun BBQ prawns and a sukiyaki burger. Come for the trendy eats, stay for the inventive whisky-based cocktails.
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23 San Antonio-area bars and restaurants that closed in 2023 that we’ll miss

It’s to be expected that we’ll see a wave of restaurant closures each year — it’s the nature of the industry, after…

By San Antonio Current Staff

Martha’s Mexican Restaurant and Grill
5822 Babcock Road
Martha’s Mexican Restaurant and Grill, a longtime hidden gem for margaritas and Tex-Mex, announced its closure in April. According to the owners, this decision was due to the COVID-19 pandemic and the state of the economy.
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All the delicious fun we saw at the San Antonio Tamales Festival

The San Antonio Tamales Festival returned to the far East Side this weekend to celebrate the beloved corn husk-wrapped holiday food. The event…

By San Antonio Current Staff

All the delicious fun we saw at the San Antonio Tamales Festival
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20 San Antonio restaurants with cult-like followings

San Antonio is flush with great places to eat, from popular chains to longtime local mainstays. But some restaurants have developed devoted…

By San Antonio Current Staff

Los Barrios
4223 Blanco Road, (210) 732-6017, losbarriosrestaurant.com
Los Barrios has been serving its “Casero Style” eats to San Antonians since 1979. The restaurant’s massive menu means it’s not hard to find a new favorite, plus there’s a selection of affordable lunch specials.
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San Antonio's most Instagram-worthy bars and restaurants

They say you eat with your eyes first. That's not just true about the delectable food served up by San Antonio restaurants…

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Best Quality Daughter
602 Avenue A, (210) 819-4236, bestqualitydaughter.com
This “New Asian-American” spot boasts maximalist decor featuring custom wallpaper in punchy colors and neon signs —perfect for your new profile photo background.
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Your San Antonio dining bucket list for the rest of 2023

San Antonio’s food scene is ever-evolving — and that applies to more than grand openings. Local mainstays are regularly shaking things up…

By San Antonio Current Staff

Casa Hernan
411 E. Cevallos St., (210) 226-3670, chefjohnnyhernandez.com/casa-hernan
Chef Johnny Hernandez’s new concept in Southtown offers botanas, cocktails and tequila in a space featuring Mexican art, blown-glass light fixtures and bold color schemes.
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The most-anticipated bars and restaurants coming to San Antonio by the end of 2023

San Antonio is always growing, and the food scene is no exception. Local restaurateurs — as well as companies from outside the…

By San Antonio Current Staff

Idle Beer Hall & Brewery
711 Broadway, idlebrewing.com
Craft beer lovers should keep an eye out for Idle Beer Hall & Brewery, which is slated to open in the new Make Ready Market food hall in the River North area this fall. In April, Jamie Shen, Communications Director for Idle’s parent company Pouring with Heart, told the Current that “Idle's 10-barrel brewhouse will provide crushable kolschs, pilsners and lagers and the occasional IPA, perfect to enjoy in the heat of summer.”
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All the beautiful people we saw at Whiskey Business 2023

During Friday's Whiskey Business 2023, San Antonio food and whiskey lovers had a great time exploring the historic With museum while sampling…

By San Antonio Current Staff

All the beautiful people we saw at Whiskey Business 2023
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Fun and boozy moments from Whiskey Business 2023

On Friday, attendees of Whiskey Business 2023 wandered San Antonio's historic Witte Museum while sampling dozens of whiskeys, cocktails, spirits and beers.…

By San Antonio Current Staff

Fun and boozy moments from Whiskey Business 2023
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20 hip foodie restaurants in San Antonio

The Alamo City is home to countless restaurants, bakeries and bars with Instagrammable aesthetics. Still, only a finite number of locally owned…

By San Antonio Current Staff

Tokyo Cowboy
135 E. Commerce St., (210) 305-7075, tokyocowboytx.com
Nestled right across the San Antonio river from the historic Bald Cypress some call “Geronimo,” this chic Japanese street food spot markets itself as a “whisky diner” and features menu items such as Viet-Cajun BBQ prawns and a sukiyaki burger. Come for the trendy eats, stay for the inventive whisky-based cocktails.
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The best food and drinks in San Antonio of 2023, according to our readers

The people of San Antonio have spoken! Here are the Best of San Antonio Food and Drink winners for 2023.

By San Antonio Current Staff

Best Burger
Burger Boy, Multiple locations, burgerboysa.com
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The best San Antonio restaurants to dine solo

Sure, grabbing a meal together can be a great way to spend time with friends, a date or family. Just the same,…

By San Antonio Current Staff

Barbaro
2720 McCullough Ave., (210) 320-2261, barbarosanantonio.com
Grab a seat at the bar and prepare to get boozy — especially if you stop by during happy hour.  Barbaro features a full bar so you can have your drink of choice while munching on one of their delicious wood-fired pizzas, making it an obvious choice when you want to dine alone and eat well.
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20 downtown San Antonio restaurants that aren't just for tourists

Downtown San Antonio is chock full of dining spots that offer visitors varying degrees of the "authentic Alamo City experience." Some are…

By San Antonio Current Staff

Toro Kitchen + Bar
1142 E Commerce St., torokitchenandbar.com
Toro Kitchen + Bar is a local mini-chain with two locations in the Alamo City — one of which is in a prime downtown location off Commerce Street. Serving up Spanish tapas and often featuring live music, it's a great spot to meet up with friends — or take a date.
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25 must-visit LGBTQ-friendly bars and restaurants in San Antonio

Texas hasn't exactly earned a reputation for supporting LGBTQ+ rights, but the queer community here thrives in spite of it — especially…

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The Bonham Exchange
411 Bonham St., (210) 224-9219, bonhamexchange.com
Once a pioneering gay disco with a popular “straight night,” the Bonham Exchange is an all-inclusive melting pot with three floors that let you partake in all the good stuff nightlife is made of: drinks, music and dancing. From drag shows to Trash Disco to hot chest contests, this club has an event for all occasions.
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The San Antonio-area bars and restaurants that closed so far in 2023

The pandemic brought a wave of closures to the national culinary landscape — and San Antonio didn't escape unscathed. The prolonged business…

By San Antonio Current Staff

Martha’s Mexican Restaurant and Grill
5822 Babcock Road
Martha’s Mexican Restaurant and Grill, a longtime hidden gem for margaritas and Tex-Mex, announced its closure in April. According to the owners, this decision was due to the COVID-19 pandemic and the state of the economy.
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San Antonio's 20 must-try barbecue restaurants

Texas is the self-proclaimed barbecue capital of the world. And who's going to argue with that? Like much of the state, San…

By San Antonio Current Staff

2M Smokehouse
Multiple Locations, 2msmokehouse.com  
2M Smokehouse cooks out of their own love of barbecue and the proof is on the plate. Seasoned and smoked to perfection, their menu offers all the barbecue must-haves as well as daily specials Thursday through Saturday.
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San Antonio brunch spots that you should try ASAP

San Antonio is home to a vibrant culinary scene, and brunch is a category at which we excel. There's a brunch option…

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Cullum’s Attaboy
111 Kings Ct., (210) 437-4263, cullumsattaboy.com
Brought to San Antonio by the chef behind St. Mary's Strip favorite Cullum’s Attagirl, Attaboy is an elevated brunch spot with a menu featuring everything from brunch burgers to escargot. From morning coffee to brunch cocktails, Attaboy’s menu has diners covered.
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The San Antonio restaurants that never disappoint

San Antonio's dining scene is becoming ever larger and its offerings ever more diverse. However, all those choices can be overwhelming. Which…

By San Antonio Current Staff

2M Smokehouse
2731 S. W.W. White Rd., (210) 885-9352, 2msmokehouse.com  
2M Smokehouse cooks out of their own love of barbecue and the proof is on the plate. Seasoned and smoked to perfection, their menu offers all the barbecue must-haves as well as daily specials Thursday through Saturday.
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Luchadors, Big Lebowski, Zombies: San Antonio's themed bars and restaurants everyone should visit

San Antonio offers plenty of laid-back spots where diners can enjoy a relaxed meal, but there’s something to be said for spicing…

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Hugman’s Oasis
135 E. Commerce St., (210) 441-7225, hugmansoasissatx.com
Named for Robert H. H. Hugman, the architect responsible for the creation of San Antonio's River Walk, this spot offers a colorful, tiki-tastic interior as well as an impressive patio crafted by legendary tiki bar designer “Bamboo Ben” Bassham.
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20 San Antonio-area bars and restaurants with incredible scenic views

Sometimes, when picking a bar or restaurant to impress a date, a potential business partner or out-of-town guests, you want to feast…

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The Moon’s Daughters at Thompson San Antonio
115 Lexington Ave., (210) 942-6032, themoonsdaughters.com
This Insta-worthy rooftop bar overlooks the SA skyline from a twenty-story perch. Guests can indulge in its sophisticated cocktails and Mediterranean bites while appreciating the spectacular views.
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27 great San Antonio restaurants flying just under the radar

San Antonio is full of dining spots that have received national and regional recognition. But there’s something to be said for a…

By San Antonio Current Staff

Pho Win
12830 Silicon Drive #102, (210) 731-2917, facebook.com/phowinsa
Be sure to add Pho Win to your bucket list, as this joint offers up 16 varieties of pho — from meatball and brisket to grilled pork and seafood. Plus, this spot also serves a number of other Vietnamese dishes in case you want to change it up a bit.
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The most-anticipated new restaurants coming to the San Antonio area in 2023

San Antonio’s food scene is always expanding. Recently, local restauranteurs — along with entrants from outside the market — have rolled out…

By San Antonio Current Staff

Cowboys and Cadillacs
125 N. Castell Ave., New Braunfels, instagram.com/cowboysandcadillacs
Coming this summer, this three-story rooftop bar in New Braunfels is owned by former rodeo cowboy Cameron Corzine. The bar will be housed in a 13,000 sq ft building near the New Braunfels city center, with glitzy, cowboy-inspired decor.
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Here’s where you can find the best breakfast tacos in San Antonio

Breakfast tacos are the perfect way to start the day. They're filling and flavorful. Not to mention, a fiery shot of salsa…

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Little Taco Factory
1502 McCullough Ave., (210) 227-5657, facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063658174807
From juicy barbacoa and tender carne guisada to well-packed puffy tacos, this “taco factory” manufactures some of the best breakfast options for taco lovers.
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