Guidebook for San Antonio
Food Scene
The food scene has exploded as of late. Here are a few that we would recommend.
They specialize in hand-crafted smoked meat sandwiches like their famous KC brisket burnt ends and buttermilk fried chicken.
81 locals recommend
Dignowity Meats
1701 E Houston StThey specialize in hand-crafted smoked meat sandwiches like their famous KC brisket burnt ends and buttermilk fried chicken.
Offers stylish drinks and Japanese Ramen. Don’t let the name fool you however, as it is family-friendly with accommodations for kids of all ages. All profits go to local charities.
39 locals recommend
The Cherrity Bar
302 Montana StOffers stylish drinks and Japanese Ramen. Don’t let the name fool you however, as it is family-friendly with accommodations for kids of all ages. All profits go to local charities.
One of the best places for brunch. The Beignets are ridiculous but there is so many more this little restaurant has to offer. Seating is limited so go early to avoid the wait.
69 locals recommend
NOLA Brunch & Beignets
720 E Mistletoe AveOne of the best places for brunch. The Beignets are ridiculous but there is so many more this little restaurant has to offer. Seating is limited so go early to avoid the wait.
The Arugula Prosciutto pizza is out of this world. The wait can get long if going during prime time so I would recommend getting there a little early.
93 locals recommend
Dough Pizzeria Napoletana
6989 Blanco RdThe Arugula Prosciutto pizza is out of this world. The wait can get long if going during prime time so I would recommend getting there a little early.
This was an old fire station that was turned into a swanky Italian restaurant, need I say more. Should you ever find yourself sitting at table, I would recommend the Bucatini Alla Carbonara and the Grilled Octopus.
98 locals recommend
Battalion
604 S Alamo StThis was an old fire station that was turned into a swanky Italian restaurant, need I say more. Should you ever find yourself sitting at table, I would recommend the Bucatini Alla Carbonara and the Grilled Octopus.
Probably the best BBQ in San Antonio. They modeled their BBQ after Franklin's which is arguably the best BBQ in the nation. They are only open from Thurs - Sunday; 11am - 4pm so you need to plan ahead and get there early because they usually sell out, I am not even kidding.
20 locals recommend
2M Smokehouse
2731 S WW White RdProbably the best BBQ in San Antonio. They modeled their BBQ after Franklin's which is arguably the best BBQ in the nation. They are only open from Thurs - Sunday; 11am - 4pm so you need to plan ahead and get there early because they usually sell out, I am not even kidding.
This place was featured in Diners, Drive-ins and Dives. Great place for lunch and features a play area for the kids to hang out.
191 locals recommend
The Cove
606 W Cypress StThis place was featured in Diners, Drive-ins and Dives. Great place for lunch and features a play area for the kids to hang out.
Elsewhere Garden Bar & Kitchen
103 E Jones Ave
The Magpie
1602 E Houston StBest restaurant that is closest to the house.
Outlaw Kitchens
2919 N Flores StBrasserie Mon Chou Chou
Best Quality Daughter
Pharm Table
611 South Presa StreetCamp Outpost Co.
1811 S Alamo StCarriqui
Restaurant Claudine
Ladino
Hola!
Shiro Japanese Bistro
Nineteen Hyaku
El Camino SA
Reese Bros Barbecue
Singh's Vietnamese
2803 N St Mary's StSightseeing
Experience the history of San Antonio
The Alamo
300 Alamo PlazaSan Antonio River Walk
610 River WalkYou can drive to all the missions in a day to discover the history of San Antonio. The alternative is to select a few missions to visit and ride a bike to experience the beauty of the San Antonio River. Check out this site https://www.nps.gov/saan/index.htm to plan your visit.
31 locals recommend
San Antonio Missions National Historical Park Visitor Center
298 Woodhull DriveYou can drive to all the missions in a day to discover the history of San Antonio. The alternative is to select a few missions to visit and ride a bike to experience the beauty of the San Antonio River. Check out this site https://www.nps.gov/saan/index.htm to plan your visit.
San Antonio Zoo
3903 N St Mary's StThe DoSeum
2800 BroadwayTopgolf
5539 N Loop 1604 WChicken N Pickle - San Antonio
Parks & Nature
Immerse in the beauty and tranquility of the parks San Antonio has to offer.
Hemisfair Park
434 S Alamo StSan Antonio Botanical Garden
555 Funston PlSeaWorld San Antonio
10500 Sea World DrSix Flags Fiesta Texas
17000 W I-10Bars and Nightlife
Cellar Mixology
1142 East Commerce StreetThe closest speakeasy to our house
Paramour
102 9th StThe Esquire Tavern
155 E Commerce StBar 1919
1420 S Alamo StPastiche
1506 E Houston StThe Modernist
516 E Grayson StBreweries and Distilleries
Maverick Whiskey
115 BroadwayBlack Laboratory Brewing
1602 E Houston StRoadmap Brewing Co.
723 N Alamo StKünstler Brewing
302 E LachapelleDos Sirenos Brewing
231 E Cevallos StIdle Beer Hall & Brewery
Back Unturned Brewing Co.
516 Brooklyn AveAlamo Beer Company
202 Lamar StBreakaway Brewing Company
Grocery Store
HEB South Flores Market
516 S Flores StCentral Market
4821 Broadway