Winner: Evil Olive
2950 Thousand Oaks Drive, Suite 5
(210) 495-0970
evilolivesa.com
When it comes to hearty bar food and bites, Evil Olive takes the burger … oops, we mean “cake.” There’s the So-Tex burger with a hearty helping of barbecue sauce and bacon, and also a classic half-pound cheeseburger on a toasted sourdough bun with all the fixings. Meanwhile, the Trash Tacos filled with chicken strips, bacon, fries and queso are just as trashy — and tasty — as they sound. Add Steak Night Mondays and a formidable brunch, and it’s easy to see why readers are impressed. Evil Olive’s been a quiet staple since 2010 for a reason.
2. Cherrity Bar
302 Montana St.
(210) 598-0496
cherritybar.com
3. Wetmore Beach House
12329 Wetmore Road
(210) 475-3339
wetmorebeachhouse.com