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Though prized more for its tacos than its donuts, Original Donut Shop remains a favorite for local foodies. With long lines spilling out onto the street in the mornings and on the weekends, consider this Fredericksburg Road mainstay a high priority to visit – consider its popularity enough reason.
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Original Donut Shop
3307 Fredericksburg RdPrice: $
Though prized more for its tacos than its donuts, Original Donut Shop remains a favorite for local foodies. With long lines spilling out onto the street in the mornings and on the weekends, consider this Fredericksburg Road mainstay a high priority to visit – consider its popularity enough reason.
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A true gem with all sorts of cool features, the Cove remains one of the quirkiest and most prized eateries in San Antonio. Complete with live music, a laundromat and car wash, this dog- and kid-friendly (there’s a playground, too) restaurant serves up organic American fare that folks of any diet will love – and devour time and time again.
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The Cove
606 W Cypress StPrice: $$
A true gem with all sorts of cool features, the Cove remains one of the quirkiest and most prized eateries in San Antonio. Complete with live music, a laundromat and car wash, this dog- and kid-friendly (there’s a playground, too) restaurant serves up organic American fare that folks of any diet will love – and devour time and time again.
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While there’s plenty of local spots to score mini tacos, Taquitos West Avenue is definitely a standout among them all. This West Avenue spot keeps it simple with counter-service where you can choose from a variety of tacos. Just be sure to add lots of salsa.
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Taquitos West Avenue
2818 West AvePrice: $
While there’s plenty of local spots to score mini tacos, Taquitos West Avenue is definitely a standout among them all. This West Avenue spot keeps it simple with counter-service where you can choose from a variety of tacos. Just be sure to add lots of salsa.
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This strip mall joint may be a humble eatery, but it’s also known for serving up some of the best Chinese food in the city. Sichuan tapas, hot pots and dishes like pork belly and Kung Pao shrimp await you at this hole-in-the-wall gem. Take a few pals, order one of everything and load up on Sichuan cuisine. Splitting the bill will be easy, the leftovers not so much.
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Sichuan House
3505 Wurzbach RdPrice: $$
This strip mall joint may be a humble eatery, but it’s also known for serving up some of the best Chinese food in the city. Sichuan tapas, hot pots and dishes like pork belly and Kung Pao shrimp await you at this hole-in-the-wall gem. Take a few pals, order one of everything and load up on Sichuan cuisine. Splitting the bill will be easy, the leftovers not so much.
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A local favorite opened by the late Chris Madrid, this institution is prized for its super cheesy bites. Now owned by Richard Peacock, this spot serves up signature burgers (like the Cheddar Cheezy and the Tostada Burger), nachos, chalupas, beer and margaritas.
102 locals raden deze aan
Chris Madrids
1900 Blanco RdPrice: $
A local favorite opened by the late Chris Madrid, this institution is prized for its super cheesy bites. Now owned by Richard Peacock, this spot serves up signature burgers (like the Cheddar Cheezy and the Tostada Burger), nachos, chalupas, beer and margaritas.
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If you're a Mexican cuisine lover, come here. Good chicken tacos, spicy chicken and spicy beef are the best dishes. Check out delicious margaritas or good beer. After a long working day, you can try great tea or delicious lemonade.
Henry's Puffy Tacos Express
3202 West Woodlawn AvenuePrice: $
If you're a Mexican cuisine lover, come here. Good chicken tacos, spicy chicken and spicy beef are the best dishes. Check out delicious margaritas or good beer. After a long working day, you can try great tea or delicious lemonade.
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Nationally-recognized 2M has everything a top-notch barbecue spot should have – a selection of classic meats and sides that will have your eyes rolling back. With pitmaster and owner Esaul Ramos at the helm, choose to have your meats served up in a taco or sandwich, then select from a list of sides from chicharoni macaroni to Mexican street corn.
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2M Smokehouse
2731 S WW White RdPrice: $$
Nationally-recognized 2M has everything a top-notch barbecue spot should have – a selection of classic meats and sides that will have your eyes rolling back. With pitmaster and owner Esaul Ramos at the helm, choose to have your meats served up in a taco or sandwich, then select from a list of sides from chicharoni macaroni to Mexican street corn.
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Found at the Pearl, Cured deserves your immediate attention. This rustic-chic eatery offers charcuterie-focused New American cuisine and craft cocktails among an impressive menu featuring regional ingredients and hand-crafted cured foods. Seriously, swing by to see what all the fuss is about and give Chef Steve McHugh your highest praise.
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Cured
306 Pearl PkwyPrice: $$
Found at the Pearl, Cured deserves your immediate attention. This rustic-chic eatery offers charcuterie-focused New American cuisine and craft cocktails among an impressive menu featuring regional ingredients and hand-crafted cured foods. Seriously, swing by to see what all the fuss is about and give Chef Steve McHugh your highest praise.
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Whether you have a soft spot for Thai or just want some damn good eats, trust Thai Dee to deliver a sensational meal. This unassuming eatery brings you all the traditional fare of Thailand as well as regional dishes for an authentic experience. Oh, and the cherry on top is that it’s BYOB.
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Thai Dee Restaurant
5307 Blanco RdPrice: $$
Whether you have a soft spot for Thai or just want some damn good eats, trust Thai Dee to deliver a sensational meal. This unassuming eatery brings you all the traditional fare of Thailand as well as regional dishes for an authentic experience. Oh, and the cherry on top is that it’s BYOB.
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Taste nicely cooked laing, elote and chili. A banana split which this confectionary restaurant serves is good. Degust great smoothies or delicious juice.
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Las Nieves Fruit Cups & More
1118 W Hildebrand AvePrice: $$
Taste nicely cooked laing, elote and chili. A banana split which this confectionary restaurant serves is good. Degust great smoothies or delicious juice.
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While the Alamo City has no shortage of brunch options, not many have quite the historic legacy as the Guenther House. Settled on the banks of the San Antonio River, this Southtown outpost serves up homey American and Tex-Mex options from omelettes to enchiladas. This beautiful home-turned-restaurant-and-museum features patio dining too.
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The Guenther House Museum
205 E Guenther StPrice: $$
While the Alamo City has no shortage of brunch options, not many have quite the historic legacy as the Guenther House. Settled on the banks of the San Antonio River, this Southtown outpost serves up homey American and Tex-Mex options from omelettes to enchiladas. This beautiful home-turned-restaurant-and-museum features patio dining too.
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José and David Cáceres are building an empire with La Panaderia, prized for its handmade artisan breads and pan dulce. With the flagship Broadway location, a second downtown and another expected to open at the Rim, La Panaderia has proven itself as a nationally-recognized cafe that has all the heart of San Antonio.
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La Panaderia Bakery Cafe
301 E Houston StPrice: $$
José and David Cáceres are building an empire with La Panaderia, prized for its handmade artisan breads and pan dulce. With the flagship Broadway location, a second downtown and another expected to open at the Rim, La Panaderia has proven itself as a nationally-recognized cafe that has all the heart of San Antonio.
Chef Chris Conger keeps it real with quality meats and sides that will satisfy any appetite. Available as a sandwich or served on a platter, these dishes are among the best ‘cue you can find in the Alamo City. To truly live your best life, order the Smoke Shack Mac.
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Smoke Shack BBQ Food Truck
3714 BroadwayChef Chris Conger keeps it real with quality meats and sides that will satisfy any appetite. Available as a sandwich or served on a platter, these dishes are among the best ‘cue you can find in the Alamo City. To truly live your best life, order the Smoke Shack Mac.
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This restaurant specializes in Mexican and Vegetarian cuisines. It's worth visiting Torchy's Tacos to try perfectly cooked chips and guacamole, brisket tacos and salsa & chips. The cooks here prepare good waffles, brownies and chocolate cookies. Delicious margaritas, Sangria or draft beer are what can make you return to this place. A lot of visitors order great lemonade, americano or ice tea.
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Torchy's Tacos
999 E Basse RdPrice: $
This restaurant specializes in Mexican and Vegetarian cuisines. It's worth visiting Torchy's Tacos to try perfectly cooked chips and guacamole, brisket tacos and salsa & chips. The cooks here prepare good waffles, brownies and chocolate cookies. Delicious margaritas, Sangria or draft beer are what can make you return to this place. A lot of visitors order great lemonade, americano or ice tea.
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Headed by the dynamic duo chefs Diego Galicia and Rico Torres, this innovative restaurant serves regional Mexican tasting menus that utilize indigenous ingredients and pre-Hispanic techniques. The intimate space is reason enough to visit, but the food will truly amaze you. Consider your life changed after dining here.
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Mixtli
812 South Alamo StreetPrice: $$$
Headed by the dynamic duo chefs Diego Galicia and Rico Torres, this innovative restaurant serves regional Mexican tasting menus that utilize indigenous ingredients and pre-Hispanic techniques. The intimate space is reason enough to visit, but the food will truly amaze you. Consider your life changed after dining here.
Discover new dishes of Italian cuisine in the comfort of this bar. Mouthwatering creamy burrata, prosciutto and gluten-free pizza will impress you at the first bite. Try tasty panna cotta, tiramisu and cream caramel. Enjoy delicious prosecco, Italian beer or limoncello. A lot of visitors order great latte, espresso or lemonade.
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Dough Pizzeria Napoletana
6989 Blanco RdDiscover new dishes of Italian cuisine in the comfort of this bar. Mouthwatering creamy burrata, prosciutto and gluten-free pizza will impress you at the first bite. Try tasty panna cotta, tiramisu and cream caramel. Enjoy delicious prosecco, Italian beer or limoncello. A lot of visitors order great latte, espresso or lemonade.
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While San Antonio is home to a growing number of Mexican seafood joints, El Bucanero may just be the city-wide favorite. With three locations across the Alamo City, this local chain is one not to miss with its selection of tostadas y botanas frescas.
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El Bucanero
13802 Embassy RdPrice:$$
While San Antonio is home to a growing number of Mexican seafood joints, El Bucanero may just be the city-wide favorite. With three locations across the Alamo City, this local chain is one not to miss with its selection of tostadas y botanas frescas.
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Owned by the beloved Cortez family, this landmark Mexican cafe and bakery with classic dishes, margaritas and mariachis is a constant favorite for locals and tourists alike. Open 24/7, this festive spot is a solid choice for late-night eats and big parties.
231 locals raden deze aan
Mi Tierra Cafe y Panaderia
218 Produce RowPrice: $$
Owned by the beloved Cortez family, this landmark Mexican cafe and bakery with classic dishes, margaritas and mariachis is a constant favorite for locals and tourists alike. Open 24/7, this festive spot is a solid choice for late-night eats and big parties.
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Damn scrumptious wood-smoked meats plus hearty sides and classic desserts to match await you at the Big Bib. This casual barbecue spot lets your get your fill via platter or sandwich – either way you’re sure to finish your meal by licking your fingers. Yep, it’s just that good.
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The Big Bib BBQ
104 Lanark DrPrice: $$
Damn scrumptious wood-smoked meats plus hearty sides and classic desserts to match await you at the Big Bib. This casual barbecue spot lets your get your fill via platter or sandwich – either way you’re sure to finish your meal by licking your fingers. Yep, it’s just that good.
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This family-run mainstay has long been regarded as one of the most authentic spots for Japanese dining. Complete with tatami-style seating, you can order from the selection of traditional sushi, Japanese entrees and sake.
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Niki's Tokyo Inn
819 W Hildebrand AvePrice: $$
This family-run mainstay has long been regarded as one of the most authentic spots for Japanese dining. Complete with tatami-style seating, you can order from the selection of traditional sushi, Japanese entrees and sake.
Burger Boy
2323 N St Mary's StPrice: $$
A favorite for brunch, Cappy’s brings contemporary American fare to San Antonio. Brought to you by owners Cappy and Suzy Lawton, this upscale casual space features a selection of seafood, prime steaks and regional specials. Expect warm hospitality to be served up here too.
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Cappy's Restaurant
5011 BroadwayPrice: $$
A favorite for brunch, Cappy’s brings contemporary American fare to San Antonio. Brought to you by owners Cappy and Suzy Lawton, this upscale casual space features a selection of seafood, prime steaks and regional specials. Expect warm hospitality to be served up here too.
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This restaurant offers Japanese and Thai food. Tasty sushi, soup and fish can make a good impression on you. The intimate atmosphere of Mon's Thai Bistro allows guests to relax after a hard working day. A lot of people say that the staff is good here. Visitors mention that the service is nice here. You will pay reasonable prices for your meal.
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Mon Thai Bistro and Sushi Bar
4901 BroadwayPrice: $$
This restaurant offers Japanese and Thai food. Tasty sushi, soup and fish can make a good impression on you. The intimate atmosphere of Mon's Thai Bistro allows guests to relax after a hard working day. A lot of people say that the staff is good here. Visitors mention that the service is nice here. You will pay reasonable prices for your meal.
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Chef Mark Bohanan surely knows what he’s doing – take the esteemed steakhouse with his name as proof. The chic space, complete with a cocktail lounge, patio and live jazz, serves up steaks and a variety of seafood dishes for any special celebration, or if you just want a damn good meal.
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Bohanan's Prime Steaks and Seafood
219 E Houston StPrice: $$$
Chef Mark Bohanan surely knows what he’s doing – take the esteemed steakhouse with his name as proof. The chic space, complete with a cocktail lounge, patio and live jazz, serves up steaks and a variety of seafood dishes for any special celebration, or if you just want a damn good meal.
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Visit this restaurant to have a meal if you are hungry after gazing at Travis Park Plaza. Many guests come to taste good pork chops, beef and gazpacho. The truth is that you will really like tasty vanilla ice cream, almond cakes and chocolate cakes. When visiting Restaurant Gwendolyn, it's a must to try delicious Spanish wine, whiskey or bitter. According to the visitors' opinions, waiters offer great coffee.
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Restaurant Gwendolyn
1017 E Pecan StPrice: $$$
Visit this restaurant to have a meal if you are hungry after gazing at Travis Park Plaza. Many guests come to taste good pork chops, beef and gazpacho. The truth is that you will really like tasty vanilla ice cream, almond cakes and chocolate cakes. When visiting Restaurant Gwendolyn, it's a must to try delicious Spanish wine, whiskey or bitter. According to the visitors' opinions, waiters offer great coffee.
The Barbecue Station is known to be the best barbecue in South Texas and their smoked chicken proves that true. The chicken is cooked to perfection with mouth-watering BBQ flavor and sides that can include creamed corn, potato salad, green beans, cole slaw, pinto beans, or fries.
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The Barbecue Station
1610 NE Interstate 410 LoopThe Barbecue Station is known to be the best barbecue in South Texas and their smoked chicken proves that true. The chicken is cooked to perfection with mouth-watering BBQ flavor and sides that can include creamed corn, potato salad, green beans, cole slaw, pinto beans, or fries.
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Order mouthwatering juicy burgers, onion strings and grilled chicken breasts. At this restaurant, the recipe of tasty banana split is a story that ends up with a really nice meal. It's time to degustate good beer. At Fattboy Burgers & Dogs, visitors may order great juice, ice tea or coffee.
Fattboy Burgers & Dogs
2345 Vance Jackson RdPrice: $
Order mouthwatering juicy burgers, onion strings and grilled chicken breasts. At this restaurant, the recipe of tasty banana split is a story that ends up with a really nice meal. It's time to degustate good beer. At Fattboy Burgers & Dogs, visitors may order great juice, ice tea or coffee.
Luckily you can try Italian cuisine. Nicely cooked brisket, pies and hamburgers have a nice taste. Taste good flija, cannolis and chocolate cakes to form your opinion about this pizzeria. After a long working day, you can taste delicious margaritas, draft beer or wine. Great lemonade or good tea are among the most popular drinks at Big Lou's Pizza.
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Big Lou's Pizza
2048 S WW White RdLuckily you can try Italian cuisine. Nicely cooked brisket, pies and hamburgers have a nice taste. Taste good flija, cannolis and chocolate cakes to form your opinion about this pizzeria. After a long working day, you can taste delicious margaritas, draft beer or wine. Great lemonade or good tea are among the most popular drinks at Big Lou's Pizza.
Clients enjoy the sights of VFW Post 76 and book a table for good meals here. The unique characteristic of this bbq is serving nicely cooked beef brisket, pork sausages and pork sandwiches. Do not go away without degusting good peach cobbler, pecan pie and chocolate cookies. A selection of delicious draft beer, margaritas or wine is recommended to visitors. Here you can have great ice tea, juice or japanese tea
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Augie's Alamo City BBQ Steakhouse
909 BroadwayClients enjoy the sights of VFW Post 76 and book a table for good meals here. The unique characteristic of this bbq is serving nicely cooked beef brisket, pork sausages and pork sandwiches. Do not go away without degusting good peach cobbler, pecan pie and chocolate cookies. A selection of delicious draft beer, margaritas or wine is recommended to visitors. Here you can have great ice tea, juice or japanese tea
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Have nicely cooked quiche lorraine, cuban sandwiches and banana muffins at Bakery Lorraine when you happen to be near it. Try good chocolate macarons, fruitcake and fruit tarts. Delicious absinthe, rum or wine are the best drinks of this place. Come here and order great vanilla latte, matcha or hot chocolate.
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Bakery Lorraine
306 Pearl PkwyPrice: $$
Have nicely cooked quiche lorraine, cuban sandwiches and banana muffins at Bakery Lorraine when you happen to be near it. Try good chocolate macarons, fruitcake and fruit tarts. Delicious absinthe, rum or wine are the best drinks of this place. Come here and order great vanilla latte, matcha or hot chocolate.
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Taste perfectly cooked ribeye, fried prawns and beef tenderloin. Have good peach cobbler, flija and apple pie at this steakhouse when you happen to be near it. Get your meal started with delicious wine, scotch or beer. Josephine Street has great ice tea, latte or juice among its drinks.
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Josephine Street
400 E Josephine StPrice: $$
Taste perfectly cooked ribeye, fried prawns and beef tenderloin. Have good peach cobbler, flija and apple pie at this steakhouse when you happen to be near it. Get your meal started with delicious wine, scotch or beer. Josephine Street has great ice tea, latte or juice among its drinks.
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You will be offered Mexican cuisine at this restaurant. At Mia's Mexican Grill, guests may order good broth, chicken chops and prawns. You can order tasty orange brownies, brownie sundae and white chocolate mousse. This place is known for delicious mexican beer, strawberry beer or strawberry cocktails. Take your chance to taste great red tea, mexican coffee or lemonade.
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Mia's Mexican Grill
11739 Bandera RdPrice: $
You will be offered Mexican cuisine at this restaurant. At Mia's Mexican Grill, guests may order good broth, chicken chops and prawns. You can order tasty orange brownies, brownie sundae and white chocolate mousse. This place is known for delicious mexican beer, strawberry beer or strawberry cocktails. Take your chance to taste great red tea, mexican coffee or lemonade.
Everything is bigger in Texas right? Well even the Chicken Fried Steak at Lulu’s Bakery and Cafe is the size of Texas. If you’re looking for the ultimate comfort food, this is it. Don’t like gravy? You can get queso on your Chicken Fried Steak. Sounds dangerous but so delicious at the same time.
Lulu’s Bakery and Café
806 Pleasant StreetEverything is bigger in Texas right? Well even the Chicken Fried Steak at Lulu’s Bakery and Cafe is the size of Texas. If you’re looking for the ultimate comfort food, this is it. Don’t like gravy? You can get queso on your Chicken Fried Steak. Sounds dangerous but so delicious at the same time.
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Visitors book a table for tasty dishes here and enjoy the sights of Tower Life Building. This confectionary restaurant is recommended for the International cuisine served. You can have perfectly cooked grilled quail, rack of lamb and grilled scallops at Biga on the Banks. Many guests come here to enjoy good sticky toffee pudding, chocolate cheesecakes and soufflés. After a long working day, you can try delicious chardonnay, champagne or bourbon. Most likely, you'll return to this place later to degust great americano, espresso or ice tea.
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Biga on the Banks
203 S St Mary's StPrice: $$$
Visitors book a table for tasty dishes here and enjoy the sights of Tower Life Building. This confectionary restaurant is recommended for the International cuisine served. You can have perfectly cooked grilled quail, rack of lamb and grilled scallops at Biga on the Banks. Many guests come here to enjoy good sticky toffee pudding, chocolate cheesecakes and soufflés. After a long working day, you can try delicious chardonnay, champagne or bourbon. Most likely, you'll return to this place later to degust great americano, espresso or ice tea.
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The walk with a view of Beethoven Home and Garden is what you can expect after dining at this restaurant. Immerse yourself in magnificent Chinese cuisine here. You can always try perfectly cooked smoked brisket, belly pork and fried prawns - a special offer of Hot Joy. Good ice cream, flija and fruitcake have an appetizing taste. Delicious wine, rum or craft beer are the best drinks of this place. It's nice to order great thai tea, ginger beer or juice.
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Hot Joy
1014 S Alamo StPrince: $$
The walk with a view of Beethoven Home and Garden is what you can expect after dining at this restaurant. Immerse yourself in magnificent Chinese cuisine here. You can always try perfectly cooked smoked brisket, belly pork and fried prawns - a special offer of Hot Joy. Good ice cream, flija and fruitcake have an appetizing taste. Delicious wine, rum or craft beer are the best drinks of this place. It's nice to order great thai tea, ginger beer or juice.
After visiting San Antonio Art League Gallery and Museum, you can look over the menu at this restaurant. You can order perfectly cooked turkey sandwiches, grilled turkey and roast beef. Don't forget to taste good coconut pie, coconut cream pie and creamy cakes at Station Cafe. Tasting the delicious draft beer is a good idea. Great coffee, lemonade or hibiscus tea are waiting for you at this place.
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Station Cafe
108 King William StAfter visiting San Antonio Art League Gallery and Museum, you can look over the menu at this restaurant. You can order perfectly cooked turkey sandwiches, grilled turkey and roast beef. Don't forget to taste good coconut pie, coconut cream pie and creamy cakes at Station Cafe. Tasting the delicious draft beer is a good idea. Great coffee, lemonade or hibiscus tea are waiting for you at this place.
This confectionary restaurant specializes in Italian cuisine. Make a change from your traditional meal and order good bun cha, soup and pies at Brindles Awesome Ice Creams. Most guests recommend trying tasty Italian gelato, chocolate waffles and strawberry ice cream. It's a must while visiting this place to try delicious grand marnier or good amaretto. Get your meal started with great iced coffee, coffee with cream or tea.
Brindles Awesome Ice Creams
11255 Huebner RdThis confectionary restaurant specializes in Italian cuisine. Make a change from your traditional meal and order good bun cha, soup and pies at Brindles Awesome Ice Creams. Most guests recommend trying tasty Italian gelato, chocolate waffles and strawberry ice cream. It's a must while visiting this place to try delicious grand marnier or good amaretto. Get your meal started with great iced coffee, coffee with cream or tea.
Sightseeing
The Paseo del Rio is San Antonio's favorite attraction. You can shop, dine, lounge in a cafe, or simply stroll along and let the strumming mariachi soothe your spirit.
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River Walk
River WalkThe Paseo del Rio is San Antonio's favorite attraction. You can shop, dine, lounge in a cafe, or simply stroll along and let the strumming mariachi soothe your spirit.
Originally a rock quarry, part of the tea garden came from a donation by George W. Brackenridge and another section from Emma Koehler. In 1915 Ray Lambert, city parks commissioner, thought it would make a nice location for a lily pond. Ultimately, it grew to become a tea garden.
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Japanese Tea Garden
3853 N St Mary's StOriginally a rock quarry, part of the tea garden came from a donation by George W. Brackenridge and another section from Emma Koehler. In 1915 Ray Lambert, city parks commissioner, thought it would make a nice location for a lily pond. Ultimately, it grew to become a tea garden.
The Historic Market Square is a multi-business with a majority of the buildings managed by The City of San Antonio. Centro De Artes - Centro de Artes presents a full season of solo and group exhibitions and programming annually through an open call managed by the City of San Antonio, Department of Arts and Culture. El Mercado and Farmer's Market Building - The shops of The Historic Market Square, together there is a total of over 100 shops that makes it one of the largest Mexican markets north of the border Cano Fruiteria, El Merkadito, Plaza Taxco, La Margarita, Viva Villa, and Mi Tierra - These buildings and private businesses are independently owned.
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Historic Market Square
514 W Commerce StThe Historic Market Square is a multi-business with a majority of the buildings managed by The City of San Antonio. Centro De Artes - Centro de Artes presents a full season of solo and group exhibitions and programming annually through an open call managed by the City of San Antonio, Department of Arts and Culture. El Mercado and Farmer's Market Building - The shops of The Historic Market Square, together there is a total of over 100 shops that makes it one of the largest Mexican markets north of the border Cano Fruiteria, El Merkadito, Plaza Taxco, La Margarita, Viva Villa, and Mi Tierra - These buildings and private businesses are independently owned.
Established in 1718 as Mission San Antonio de Valero, for over 300 years the former mission now known as the Alamo has been a crossroads of history. Having existed under six flags of independent nations and served as a garrison for five different armies, the Alamo has a rich history and a heritage to inspire Texans and people around the world. Although the Alamo is best known as the site of the 1836 Battle of the Alamo, all 300 years of Alamo history are vital to our story.
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The Alamo
300 Alamo PlazaEstablished in 1718 as Mission San Antonio de Valero, for over 300 years the former mission now known as the Alamo has been a crossroads of history. Having existed under six flags of independent nations and served as a garrison for five different armies, the Alamo has a rich history and a heritage to inspire Texans and people around the world. Although the Alamo is best known as the site of the 1836 Battle of the Alamo, all 300 years of Alamo history are vital to our story.
In 2015, the San Antonio Missions were named a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the first such designation in the state of Texas. The five missions, including the famous Alamo (Mission Valero) were built in the early 1700s, established by the Franciscan Order in an effort by Spain to colonize and evangelize the region.
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San Antonio Missions National Historical Park
6701 San Jose DrIn 2015, the San Antonio Missions were named a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the first such designation in the state of Texas. The five missions, including the famous Alamo (Mission Valero) were built in the early 1700s, established by the Franciscan Order in an effort by Spain to colonize and evangelize the region.
Famous as the burial site of the heroes of the Alamo, the Roman Catholic San Fernando Cathedral (Church of Nuestra Señora de la Candelaria y Guadalupe) is one of the oldest cathedrals in the US and is listed on the National register of Historic Places. The walls of the original church, completed in 1750 and built by settlers from the Canary Islands, now form the cathedral's sanctuary.
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Kathedraal van San Fernando
115 Main PlazaFamous as the burial site of the heroes of the Alamo, the Roman Catholic San Fernando Cathedral (Church of Nuestra Señora de la Candelaria y Guadalupe) is one of the oldest cathedrals in the US and is listed on the National register of Historic Places. The walls of the original church, completed in 1750 and built by settlers from the Canary Islands, now form the cathedral's sanctuary.
Less than 30 minutes from San Antonio is Natural Bridge Caverns, the largest commercial caves in Texas. These spectacular caves are known for their huge open rooms but they also have narrow passages and interesting formations.
Two types of cave tours are available and take approximately 70 minutes. But there are plenty of things to do here other than just touring the caves, and if you're looking for more of an adrenaline rush, try the Canopy Challenge, a course of platforms and ladders 60 feet above the ground, as well as ziplines. Younger children can also get in on the action with the Sky Tykes, with a rope course designed for younger kids and toddlers.
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Natural Bridge Caverns Road
Natural Bridge Caverns RoadLess than 30 minutes from San Antonio is Natural Bridge Caverns, the largest commercial caves in Texas. These spectacular caves are known for their huge open rooms but they also have narrow passages and interesting formations.
Two types of cave tours are available and take approximately 70 minutes. But there are plenty of things to do here other than just touring the caves, and if you're looking for more of an adrenaline rush, try the Canopy Challenge, a course of platforms and ladders 60 feet above the ground, as well as ziplines. Younger children can also get in on the action with the Sky Tykes, with a rope course designed for younger kids and toddlers.
The San Antonio Botanical Garden is an oasis of green in the city. Take a wander around and soak up the quiet and be dazzled by the colors. The garden has a wonderful array of trails that wind their way past some of the main highlights. These include the Mays Family Display Garden with its focus on native plants, the Water Saver Conservation Garden highlighting drought resistant plants, and the 2.5-acre Family Adventure Garden where kids are invited to "mess with Texas."
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San Antonio Botanik Bahçesi
555 Funston PlThe San Antonio Botanical Garden is an oasis of green in the city. Take a wander around and soak up the quiet and be dazzled by the colors. The garden has a wonderful array of trails that wind their way past some of the main highlights. These include the Mays Family Display Garden with its focus on native plants, the Water Saver Conservation Garden highlighting drought resistant plants, and the 2.5-acre Family Adventure Garden where kids are invited to "mess with Texas."
If you are looking to spend some time exploring museums, consider a visit to the San Antonio Museum of Art and the McNay Art Museum for two very different perspectives.
The San Antonio Museum of Art features first-rate collections of Greek and Roman antiquities, as well as Asian, European, American, and Latin American art. Highlights include many fine examples of Egyptian, Greek, and Roman artworks, as well as an exceptional collection of Chinese ceramics and other Asian art.
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San Antonio Museum of Art
200 W Jones AveIf you are looking to spend some time exploring museums, consider a visit to the San Antonio Museum of Art and the McNay Art Museum for two very different perspectives.
The San Antonio Museum of Art features first-rate collections of Greek and Roman antiquities, as well as Asian, European, American, and Latin American art. Highlights include many fine examples of Egyptian, Greek, and Roman artworks, as well as an exceptional collection of Chinese ceramics and other Asian art.
The McNay Art Museum with its large collection of modern art, including contemporary Indian art. On the former estate of Marion Koogler McNay, in a large Spanish Colonial Revival house, the museum also boasts numerous works from the medieval and Renaissance periods.
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McNay Art Museum
6000 N New Braunfels AveThe McNay Art Museum with its large collection of modern art, including contemporary Indian art. On the former estate of Marion Koogler McNay, in a large Spanish Colonial Revival house, the museum also boasts numerous works from the medieval and Renaissance periods.
There's no shortage of kid-centric fun in San Antonio. One of the most popular things to do for families with children is spending a day at the San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium, a 35-acre site with some 3,500 animals from 750 species.
In addition to the animals, the zoo also boasts a narrow gauge railroad, the San Antonio Zoo Eagle, as well as a fun carousel. Also worth a visit for animal lovers is the Natural Bridge Wildlife Ranch, a "drive-through" safari with more than 50 free-roaming species from around the world.
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San Antonio Zoo
3903 N St Mary's StThere's no shortage of kid-centric fun in San Antonio. One of the most popular things to do for families with children is spending a day at the San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium, a 35-acre site with some 3,500 animals from 750 species.
In addition to the animals, the zoo also boasts a narrow gauge railroad, the San Antonio Zoo Eagle, as well as a fun carousel. Also worth a visit for animal lovers is the Natural Bridge Wildlife Ranch, a "drive-through" safari with more than 50 free-roaming species from around the world.
Six Flags Fiesta Texas, a popular attraction designed with kids in mind, is a theme and water park set in a former rock quarry. You can find traditional roller coasters, more advanced thrill rides, as well as those designed for younger kids and families. The water park rides are always popular and offer a nice break from the heat of the day. You can also opt to sit back and enjoy a show.
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Six Flags Fiesta Texas
17000 W I-10Six Flags Fiesta Texas, a popular attraction designed with kids in mind, is a theme and water park set in a former rock quarry. You can find traditional roller coasters, more advanced thrill rides, as well as those designed for younger kids and families. The water park rides are always popular and offer a nice break from the heat of the day. You can also opt to sit back and enjoy a show.
he Spanish Governor’s Palace, a National Historic Landmark, is the last visible trace of the Presidio San Antonio de Bexar and the only remaining example in Texas of an aristocratic 18th-century Spanish Colonial town house. Plans for the building originated as early as 1722. Upon its completion in 1749, the house served as the Commandancia, or residence and working office of the Captain of the Presidio. Later, it became the home of the Spanish governors who lived in San Antonio.
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Spanish Governor's Palace
105 Plaza De Armashe Spanish Governor’s Palace, a National Historic Landmark, is the last visible trace of the Presidio San Antonio de Bexar and the only remaining example in Texas of an aristocratic 18th-century Spanish Colonial town house. Plans for the building originated as early as 1722. Upon its completion in 1749, the house served as the Commandancia, or residence and working office of the Captain of the Presidio. Later, it became the home of the Spanish governors who lived in San Antonio.
Explore the life of a Texas patriot in the heart of downtown San Antonio. A rancher, merchant, and one of only two native-born Texans to sign the Texas Declaration of Independence, José Antonio Navarro was a leading advocate for Tejano rights. Casa Navarro State Historic Site celebrates his life at his original 1850s adobe and limestone home, a historic jewel among its urban surroundings.
Casa Navarro State Historic Site
228 S Laredo StExplore the life of a Texas patriot in the heart of downtown San Antonio. A rancher, merchant, and one of only two native-born Texans to sign the Texas Declaration of Independence, José Antonio Navarro was a leading advocate for Tejano rights. Casa Navarro State Historic Site celebrates his life at his original 1850s adobe and limestone home, a historic jewel among its urban surroundings.