Everyone we saw at Dulce, San Antonio's sweetest food event of 2024

The 2024 edition of annual food and drink event Dulce was a sweet, sweet success. Festive folks flocked to The DoSeum on…

By San Antonio Current Staff

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20 essential downtown San Antonio restaurants that aren't just for tourists

Some San Antonio residents avoid downtown altogether, and it's easy to understand why — it's full of tourists and businesses catering specifically…

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Elsewhere Garden Bar & Kitchen 
103 E Jones Ave, San Antonio, TX 78215, (210) 446-9303, elsewheretexas.com
Elsewhere’s notoriety may start with its impressive outdoor space which backs right up to the San Antonio River, but that’s bolstered by quality burgers, fries and tacos and an impressive bar program to pair them with.
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The 25 best burger joints in San Antonio, according to Yelp

San Antonio diners love their burgers. Virtually every neighborhood has a favorite joint that excels at serving up the ultimate American handheld,…

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7. Smash’d
520 E Grayson St
 “Great food. We had the Hawaiian chicken, southwest smash and a bunch more food and drinks. Everything was so yummy, the razzle dazzle was dazzling fresh and crisp and yummy.” – M G.
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Everyone we saw at CPS Energy’s 9th Annual GrillsGiving: A Celebration of Meat + Music

On Saturday, barbecue enthusiasts gathered at Hangar 9 at Brooks for CPS Energy’s 9th Annual GrillsGiving — a lively outdoor festival featuring…

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San Antonio's 25 best pizza spots right now, according to Yelp

San Antonio may be a taco town, but we sure do love our pizza too. There's nothing better than sitting down with…

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25. Stone Bro’s
1012 Fulton Avenue
"Really delicious. I had the mushroom pizza with truffle oil and it was ready to go immediately and it was really tasty. The cheese was excellent and just the right amount. And the dough itself was wonderful and baked just right. Encountering them for the first time at a work event where they are one of the caterers and I would definitely order again. Excellent pizza." - Silence D.
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Everyone we saw getting toasty at the San Antonio Beer Festival 2024

The 2024 San Antonio Beer Festival brought out plenty of folks looking to sample the finest brews from across the city, state…

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All the fun we saw at the 2024 San Antonio Beer Festival

Beer enthusiasts poured into historic Crockett Park on Saturday to partake in the 18th Annual San Antonio Beer Festival. Here's a look…

By San Antonio Current Staff

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25 San Antonio bars and restaurants with outdoor patios for enjoying the fall weather

With the weather finally feeling tolerable and even — dare we say — downright pleasant, the good people of San Antonio are…

By San Antonio Current Staff

The Good Kind Southtown
1127 S. St. Mary's St., (210) 801-5892, eatgoodkind.com
The Good Kind guarantees fresh and local whenever possible, so you can enjoy the fresh air of the garden-like outdoor dining area knowing what you're eating is fresh, too. Check the calendar before your trip and you could catch yoga, pop-ups, trivia and more.
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21 of San Antonio's best under-the-radar restaurants

San Antonio has a wealth of highly praised restaurants, which is only bound to increase with the eyes of Michelin upon us.…

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Camacho's
5895 Babcock Rd, (210) 362-1059, yelp.com/biz/camachos-mexican-restaurant-san-antonio
For really tasty Tex-Mex, it doesn't get much better. Guests particularly rave about the enchiladas, carne guisada and fajita plates. Might as well get a margarita while you're there too.
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All the food, cocktails and fun from San Antonio's inaugural Top Shelf event

The first-ever Top Shelf took place Saturday at the Briscoe Western Art Museum's Jack Guenther Pavilion. Attendees gathered for an evening of…

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The hottest San Antonio restaurants and bars that have opened so far in 2024

At a time when San Antonio bars and restaurants seem to be closing with alarming regularity, it's nice to take a moment…

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Kumi
17333 US-281, (210) 494-6688, kumibuffet.com
Seafood-focused Asian buffet Kumi took over the Hollywood Park space that formerly housed China Harbor. It began serving in March.
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All the beautiful people we saw at Whiskey Business 2024

During Friday's Whiskey Business 2024, San Antonio food and whiskey lovers dressed up and had a great time exploring the historic Witte…

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Best boozy moments from Whiskey Business 2024

Whiskey Business 2024 brought fun-loving folks together Friday at San Antonio's historic Witte Museum to sample dozens of whiskeys, cocktails, spirits and…

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The most anticipated new restaurants and bars coming to San Antonio

Put your stretchy pants on, San Antonio. Plenty of new bars and restaurants are expected to make their debut through the end…

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Urban Bird
22106 US 281 N., Suite 102 and 8802 Potranco Road, Suite 111
Urban Bird is Houston-based and veteran-owned, and it's expanding into San Antonio later this year, though no official opening dates have been announced.
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The best food and drinks in San Antonio for 2024, according to our readers

The people of San Antonio have spoken! Here are the Best of San Antonio Food and Drink winners for 2024.

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Best Barbecue
Smoke Shack BBQ, 3714 Broadway, (210) 957-1430, smokeshacksa.com
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All the fun and fireworks from San Antonio's Fourth of July celebration at Woodlawn Lake

San Antonio's annual Independence Day party at Woodlawn Lake Park drew revelers from all over the city. Here's a look at people…

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San Antonio's best bars that aren't located downtown

A night out in downtown San Antonio can be lively and fun, but parking and crowds get old fast. We don't blame…

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Shady Lady Saloon

Southeast San Antonio’s Shady Lady Saloon has ice-cold, no-frills beverages which can be enjoyed from the shuffleboard court. It's also got pool tables and darts. 3603 S. WW
White Road, (210) 333-4224, facebook.com/shadyladsaloonsa.
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The 25 most popular San Antonio Tex-Mex restaurants right now, according to Yelp

San Antonio is renowned for its vibrant Tex-Mex cuisine, offering a blend of flavors that reflect its rich cultural heritage. If you're…

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 7. Chavelita's Restaurant 814 West Ave., (210) 437-4505, chavelitasrestaurant.com “Delicious! Nice customer service, everything was made fresh. I got their [chilaquiles] to go, so satisfying! And I also got an agua de melon, it was very refreshing. I Will be going back” - S K.
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25 essential LGBTQIA-friendly bars and restaurants in San Antonio

Whether you're celebrating Pride Month or just looking for inclusive places for dinner, drinks or entertainment, the good news is that San…

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Pegasus
1402 N. Main Ave., (210) 299-4222, pegasussanantonio.com
This nightclub is one of the friendliest and oldest bars on the North Main Strip, and it's a reliably great spot to catch a drag show and dance the night away. There’s never a dull moment with karaoke nights, contests and DJs, but Pegasus doesn’t stop at offering San Antonio a great night out. They also regularly host fundraisers and benefits to give back to the community.
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25 San Antonio restaurants every new resident must try before saying they're a local

You may live in San Antonio, but how well do you really know the city if you're not eating like a local?…

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Los Barrios
4223 Blanco Road, (210) 732-6017, losbarriosrestaurant.com
Los Barrios has been delivering "casero-style" meals to the people of San Antonio since 1979 and shows no sign of slowing. Affordable lunch and early bird specials, plus a massive menu of hearty eats have cemented this spot's rep as one of the city's best-loved Mexican restaurants.
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All the hungry folks we saw at San Antonio Flavor 2024

San Antonio Flavor 2024 was one of the city's biggest culinary celebrations of the year, and it drew folks from all over…

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The 25 most popular San Antonio restaurants right now, according to Yelp

The San Antonio food scene has racked up plenty of accolades, including becoming only the second U.S. city to be named a…

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 1. Rosario's ComidaMex & Bar
722 S. St. Mary's St.
"My experience at Rosario's was simply outstanding. The service was top-notch, with attentive staff ensuring every need was met promptly. What truly impressed me was the speed and precision with which the food was delivered to our table. Each dish was flavorful and authentic, showcasing the essence of Mexican cuisine. Rosario's sets the bar high for excellent service and delicious food. I highly recommend it to anyone seeking a memorable dining experience." — Maria L.
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All the delicious fun we saw at San Antonio Flavor 2024

The 2024 edition of San Antonio Flavor delivered delicious food, refreshing cocktails and the annual event's most thrilling Culinary Showdown yet. Chef…

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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…

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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.…

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Good Time Charlie's
2922 Broadway, (210) 828-5392, https://www.gtcsatx.com/
Good Time Charlie’s may be known for its chicken fried steak, but the burgers are nothing to shake a stick at. The spot’s jalapeño queso burger promises a spicy kick that will “get your endorphins moving.”
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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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The hottest new bars and restaurants that have opened in San Antonio so far in 2024

Spring has sprung for San Antonio's culinary scene. A wide variety of new bars and restaurants have made their debuts in the…

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Ay Que Chula
1503 N. Main Ave., instagram.com/ayquechula.tx
Ay Que Chula — a brightly colored nightspot from Ricky Ortiz, the mind behind El Camino and Bésame food-truck parks — opened in the former Luther’s Cafe space on the Main Strip, the city's LGBTQ+ nightlife district, at the very end of 2023.
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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…

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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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Everyone we saw getting wired at the 2024 San Antonio Coffee Festival

Caffeine fiends descended on Travis Park Saturday for the 11th Annual San Antonio Coffee Festival. The event showcased local roasters, vendors and artisans…

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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…

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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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