San Antonio Travel Guide

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What to Eat in San Antonio

San Antonio dining primarily revolves around two types of food: Tex-Mex and meat. Those craving spicy enchiladas or cheesy chimichangas from below the border are encouraged to dine in the Southtown neighborhood. Recent visitors highly recommend Rosario's, which receives top marks for its prompt service and delectable plates like ceviche and chicken flautas.       

However, the large influx of business and recreational travelers has jumpstarted the diversity of cuisine in San Antonio. Downtown restaurants cater to carnivores, offering local favorites like prime rib and chicken-fried steak, and feature some of the more upscale eateries like Bliss and Bohanan's. When you make your way to the River Walk, consider calling the restaurant you select ahead for a reservation since this area is quite popular. Some visitor favorites along the river include Texas bistro Boudro's for its steaks and Ácenar for its contemporary Mexican cuisine.

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  • #1
    Chama Gaucha Brazilian Steakhouse
    #1 of 5,255 Places to Eat in San Antonio
    TripAdvisor Traveler Rating 4.5 based on 1351 reviewsTripAdvisor (1351)
    $$ | Steakhouse, Brazilian
    18318 Sonterra Pl, San Antonio, TX 78258-4175
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  • #2
    Bliss
    #2 of 5,255 Places to Eat in San Antonio
    TripAdvisor Traveler Rating 4.5 based on 830 reviewsTripAdvisor (830)
    $$ | American, Contemporary
    926 S Presa St, San Antonio, TX 78210-1460
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  • #3
    Pollos Asados Los Nortenos
    #3 of 5,255 Places to Eat in San Antonio
    TripAdvisor Traveler Rating 4.5 based on 805 reviewsTripAdvisor (805)
    $ | Mexican, Latin, Spanish
    4642 Rigsby Ave This restaurant has re-opened. I went there a few days ago., San Antonio, TX 78222-1266
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  • #4
    Eddie V's Prime Seafood
    #4 of 5,255 Places to Eat in San Antonio
    TripAdvisor Traveler Rating 4.5 based on 817 reviewsTripAdvisor (817)
    $$ | American, Seafood, Grill
    1834 N Loop 1604 W, San Antonio, TX 78248
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  • #5
    La Panaderia
    #5 of 5,255 Places to Eat in San Antonio
    TripAdvisor Traveler Rating 4.5 based on 208 reviewsTripAdvisor (208)
    $ | Cafe
    301 E Houston St, San Antonio, TX 78205-1802
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  • #6
    J Prime Steakhouse
    #6 of 5,255 Places to Eat in San Antonio
    TripAdvisor Traveler Rating 4.5 based on 271 reviewsTripAdvisor (271)
    $$ | American, Steakhouse
    1401 North Loop 1604 W, San Antonio, TX 78258
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  • #7
    Biga on the Banks
    #7 of 5,255 Places to Eat in San Antonio
    TripAdvisor Traveler Rating 4.5 based on 1420 reviewsTripAdvisor (1420)
    $$ | American, International
    203 S Saint Marys St, San Antonio, TX 78205-2714
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  • #8
    Pancake Joes
    #8 of 5,255 Places to Eat in San Antonio
    TripAdvisor Traveler Rating 4.5 based on 167 reviewsTripAdvisor (167)
    $ | American, Cafe, Diner
    1011 Donaldson Ave, San Antonio, TX 78228-5102
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  • #9
    Bohanan's Prime Steak and Seafood
    #9 of 5,255 Places to Eat in San Antonio
    TripAdvisor Traveler Rating 4.5 based on 1640 reviewsTripAdvisor (1640)
    $$ | American, Steakhouse
    219 E Houston St 2nd Floor, San Antonio, TX 78205-1854
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  • #10
    La Boulangerie
    #10 of 5,255 Places to Eat in San Antonio
    TripAdvisor Traveler Rating 5 based on 98 reviewsTripAdvisor (98)
    $ - $$ | French, Cafe, European
    207 Broadway St, San Antonio, TX 78205-1923
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  • #11
    Zinc Bistro and Wine Bar
    #11 of 5,255 Places to Eat in San Antonio
    TripAdvisor Traveler Rating 4.5 based on 1046 reviewsTripAdvisor (1046)
    $ - $$ | American, Wine Bar
    207 N Presa St, San Antonio, TX 78205-2635
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  • #12
    Texas De Brazil
    #12 of 5,255 Places to Eat in San Antonio
    TripAdvisor Traveler Rating 4.5 based on 559 reviewsTripAdvisor (559)
    $$ | Steakhouse, Brazilian
    313 E Houston St, San Antonio, TX 78205-1802
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  • #13
    Bella On Houston
    #13 of 5,255 Places to Eat in San Antonio
    TripAdvisor Traveler Rating 4.5 based on 1031 reviewsTripAdvisor (1031)
    $$ | Italian, Mediterranean, European
    204 E Houston St, San Antonio, TX 78205-1815
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  • #14
    La Panaderia
    #14 of 5,255 Places to Eat in San Antonio
    TripAdvisor Traveler Rating 4.5 based on 298 reviewsTripAdvisor (298)
    $ - $$ | Cafe
    8305 Broadway St, San Antonio, TX 78209-2006
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  • #15
    Cappy's Restaurant
    #15 of 5,255 Places to Eat in San Antonio
    TripAdvisor Traveler Rating 4.5 based on 548 reviewsTripAdvisor (548)
    $ - $$ | American, Contemporary
    5011 Broadway St, San Antonio, TX 78209-5707
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  • #16
    Cured
    #16 of 5,255 Places to Eat in San Antonio
    TripAdvisor Traveler Rating 4.5 based on 668 reviewsTripAdvisor (668)
    $ - $$ | American
    306 Pearl Pkwy Ste 101, San Antonio, TX 78215-1290
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  • #17
    The Original Blanco Cafe
    #17 of 5,255 Places to Eat in San Antonio
    TripAdvisor Traveler Rating 4.5 based on 429 reviewsTripAdvisor (429)
    $ | Mexican, Southwestern, Latin, Spanish
    419 N Saint Marys St, San Antonio, TX 78205-1703
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  • #18
    18 Oaks
    #18 of 5,255 Places to Eat in San Antonio
    TripAdvisor Traveler Rating 4.5 based on 327 reviewsTripAdvisor (327)
    $$ | American, Steakhouse
    23808 Resort Parkway JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort & Spa, San Antonio, TX 78261
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  • #19
    Dough Pizzeria Napoletana
    #19 of 5,255 Places to Eat in San Antonio
    TripAdvisor Traveler Rating 4.5 based on 948 reviewsTripAdvisor (948)
    $ - $$ | Italian, Pizza
    6989 Blanco Rd, San Antonio, TX 78216-6164
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  • #20
    Pete's Tako House
    #20 of 5,255 Places to Eat in San Antonio
    TripAdvisor Traveler Rating 4.5 based on 186 reviewsTripAdvisor (186)
    $ | Mexican, Southwestern, Latin, Spanish
    502 Brooklyn Ave, San Antonio, TX 78215-1700
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