Black Friday shopping can be overwhelming, especially if you’ve got to choose gifts for everyone in your family, down to every tio, tia and primo. Eating seems like the last concern, something you just fit into your day at some measly fast food spot. This year, skip the lame eats and treat yourself to a hearty meal to keep you going through the most hectic day in Capitalistic America. We’ve picked out just where to eat whether you’re shopping at La Cantera, The Rim, Park North, Rivercenter, The Forum or Ingram Park Mall.

La Cantera Palenque Grill 15900 La Cantera Parkway, Suite 25100, (210) 592-9534, palenquegrill.com Palenque Grill offers family-friendly dining without sacrificing any flavor on the menu. Even your abuelita would put her stamp of approval on this popular Mexican eatery. palenque.grill / Instagram
La Cantera Signature 16401 La Cantera Pkwy, (210) 247-0176, destinationhotels.com After diving into Black Friday sales, dive into the Texas spirit with Texas gulf coast seafood, fresh atlantic-coast oysters, house aged sirloin and dishes made with seasonal and local ingredients. signaturesanantonio / Instagram
La Cantera Whiskey Cake 15900 La Cantera Pkwy, Suite 21200, (210) 236-8095, whiskeycakesa.com Whether you’re looking for a fancy table experience or a relaxation station, Whiskey Cake’s from-scratch-only dishes and bar items will have you coming back for more, days after Black Friday. whiskeycakesa / Instagram
La Cantera Mash’D 17623 La Cantera Parkway, Suite 107, (210) 538-5833, mashd.com With a young and lively vibe rolling at all times, Mash’d might be just what you need for a pick-me-up on Black Friday. Unless you go for the moonshine here… then you might be heading in a totally different direction than the shopping mall. licha951 / Instagram
La Cantera Perry’s Steakhouse 15900 La Cantera Parkway, Suite 22200, (210) 558-6161, perryssteakhouse.com The open floorplan in Perry’s Steakhouse will be a breath of fresh air compared to those cramped stores on Black Friday. We recommend sliding over to Bar 79 for a tasty beverage to loosen you up on this stressful shopping endeavor. (Only if you’re riding shotgun, of course.) angiems2008 / Instagram
The Rim Tiago’s Cabo Grille 17711 W I-10, Suite 101, (210) 881-2700, tiagoscabogrille.com Tiago’s has you covered and then some. On top of the woodfire grilled grub, they’re shaking up some of San Antonio’s best frozen margaritas and mojitos. tiagoscabogrille / Instagram
The Rim The Rustic 17619 La Cantera Parkway, Suite 204, therustic.com You’d have to try to not have fun at the Rustic. This indoor/outdoor restaurant and music venue serves up some interesting dishes like the Drunk Chick, a roasted chicken on a beer can. There are also multiple dish options for group dining. therusticsa / Instagram
The Rim Hopdoddy Burger 17623 La Cantera Parkway, Suite 101, (210) 434-2337, hopdoddy.com Local burger bar, Hopdoddy’s, has freshly baked buns, hand cut fries, daily ground meat, basically all the ingredients to make an incredibly delicious burger. What more could you ask for? If it’s ice cold beer, then they have that, too. hopdoddy / Instagram Credit: Instagram / hopdoddy
The Rim Bob’s Steak & Chop House 5815 Rim Pass, (210) 222-2627, bobs-steakandchop.com Pinkys up at this traditional, elegant steakhouse. Black Friday doesn’t have to be entirely about saving. Take those bucks you spared on shopping and invest them in a fine wine and steak instead. bobssteakandchop_sa / Instagram
The Rim Urban Pizza 17603 La Cantera Parkway, (210) 699-3333, urbanbrickspizza.com Urban Pizza is your go-to for a quick slice or pie in the Rim. It’s got the fast food feel, but you’re guaranteed to get something tasty with their freshly made dough and brick oven pies. rickp3rd / Instagram
Park North Guajillos 1001 NW Loop 410, (210) 344-4119, guajillos.com Guajillos boasts diner vibes with hometown grub. If it tastes like your abuelita’s, that’s probably because there’s someone’s abuelita back there churning out ceviche, bistec, enfrijoladas and gringa. hectoralex / Instagram
Park North Wrigleyville Grill 602 NW Loop 410, Suite 146, (210) 369-9833, wrigleyvillegrill.com Escape the food court and chain restaurants around North Star and make your way to Wrigleyville Grill. Pretend you’re in Chicago (or maybe not since it’s freezing right now) and order up a Chicago hot dog. Or, go the Greek food route and go for the gyro. Either way, it makes for the perfect quick but satisfying spot to relax amid your day of shopping. crystalsnowflake1001 / Instagram
Park North Demo’s Greek Food 7115 Blanco Road, Suite 120, (210) 342-2772, demosgreekfood.com Looking for that authentic Greek cuisine experience in San Antonio? Look no further than Demo’s Greek Food in Park North. Demo’s serves up all the Greek favorites like moussaka and, of course, gyros. tersamathews / Instagram
Park North Picnikins Patio Cafe 5811 University Heights, (210) 236-5134, picnikinspatiocafe.com Depending on what time you hit the shops on Black Friday, Picnikins could be a casual deli or an upscale bistro. With most lunch dishes around $10 or less, Picnikins provides an affordable and fresh way to regain your strength on the biggest shopping day of the year. bri_anna_86 / Instagram
Park North Earth Burger 818 NW Loop 410, (210) 524-1086, eatearthburger.com Earth Burger is a great option for Black Friday shoppers who prefer more organic options without having to break the bank or wait an eternity in a restaurant. Earth Burger uses plant-based food and no artificial flavors/colors while still throwing it down on the grill with options like the Chopped BBQ Sandwich. earth_burger / Instagram
The Forum Papouli’s Greek Grill 8320 Agora Parkway, Suite 120, (210) 659-2244, papoulis.com Whether you need a healthy snack or a filling meal to recharge, Papouli’s has got your covered on both fronts. Order some hummus for the table and claim a grilled salmon fillet for yourself to feast without feeling bad. thekassandrachristine / Instagram
The Forum Thai Spice & Sushi 8327 Agora Parkway, Suite 135, (210) 658-1665, thaispicesa.com Stay warm with one of the many soup options (seriously, it’s going to be near-freezing this weekend) or go down the sushi route. Whatever you choose, dining here will have you feeling luxurious while out on your shopping spree. tedwardssanchez / Instagram
The Forum Genghis Grill 8214 Agora Parkway, Suite 100, (210) 658-5426, genghisgrill.com Choosing gifts for your friends and family may be a difficult, but choosing your perfect stir fry shouldn’t be. Select the very best meats, vegetables, sauces and more for a warm, tasty creation all your own. jdmkitty89 / Instagram
The Forum A Dong Chinese & Vietnamese 8311 Agora Parkway, (210) 566-7701 Take advantage of these generous lunch specials if you’re looking for something filling and affordable. If you have some time to kill, go for the pho. With so many varieties that are all equally delicious, you might just make A Dong an annual tradition. evaaadiva / Instagram
The Forum Sea Island Shrimp House 8223 Agora Parkway, (210) 658-1100, shrimphouse.com This San Antonio staple is a prime spot for filling and affordable fare. Take an hour to sit back, enjoy some fried fish and relax from the hustle and bustle of shopping. Cap off your meal with freshly squeezed lemonade for a solid pick-me-up punch. seaislandshrimphouse / Instagram
Rivercenter Zocca 420 West Market Street, (210) 444-6070, zoccariverwalk.com Zocca offers up tasty and glamourous dining options for all three meals, giving you a solid spot to hit up inbetween snagging deals. If you stop by for breakfast (which you should), you’ve got to try the Italian skillet frittata. zoccasa / Instagram
Rivercenter Bella on the River 106 River Walk Street, (210) 404-2355, bellaontheriver.com Gluten-free and vegetarian shoppers at Rivercenter can have ease of mind while dining at this spot. In addition to some semi-ritzy dining, you’ll also have plenty options no matter what your diet. ashiraya / Instagram
Rivercenter Maria Mia Mexican Bistro 849 E Commerce Street, (210) 272-0403, mariamiamexicanbistro.com This Mexican bistro does foodies one better with an overload of Tex-Mex favorites in a casual, yet chic dining space. Choose from a mixture of classic dishes like nachos, tacos, enchiladas and more. kelceydota4 / Instagram
Rivercenter Biga on the Banks 203 Saint Mary’s at Market Street, (210) 225-0722, biga.com If you’ve got money to spend, do so at Biga on the Banks. Treat you and your shopping crew to some fine dining on the River Walk for delicacies like the specially-spiced Hill Country venison and grilled quail. Complete your meal by sharing the sticky toffee pudding before heading on back to the craziness that is Rivercenter. sacurrent / Instagram
Rivercenter Which Wich 849 E Commerce Street, Space 675, (210) 271-9424, whichwich.com If you need something quick but don’t want to suffer the semi-trauma of dining in the food court, get some fresh air and take a short walk over to Which Wich. Choose from pre-made sandwiches and customize it to your liking for a fast food option that doesn’t suck. newzie / Instagram
Ingram Los Balitos Taco Shop 6446 NW Loop 410, (210) 509-7171, losbalitostacoshop.com Whether you’re camping out on Thanksgiving night, need to recharge in the early morning hours, or have to decompress after a long day of Black Friday shopping, Los Balitos is the place to go. Order up the carne asade fries and pair it with a Mexican Coke. hungrytravelingmama / Instagram Credit: Photo via Instagram / hungrytravelingmama
Ingram Pho Ha Long 6424 NW Loop 410, (210) 521-4507 Take a minute to appreciate the deliciousness that is Pho Ha Long. With excellence service as the cherry on top, dining at this spot will leave you satisfied and ready to hunt for deals. hellomynameis_hersch / Instagram
Ingram Woops! San Antonio 6301 NW Loop 410, (210) 875-6984, bywoops.com Want a quick snack to power you through your time at Ingram Park Mall? Stop by this adorable dessert boutique for macarons galore. Flavors include peanut butter & jelly, strawberry milkshake, Nutella and candy cane to name a few. woops_sa / Instagram
Ingram Sichuan House 3505 Wurzbach Road, Suite 102, (210) 509-9999 Who says you have to settle for food court Chinese food? Head on out to Wurzbach for some of the tastiest Chinese food the city has to offer. No, seriously. Just remember to buy a bottle of water so the saltiness doesn’t bog you down. jesselizarraras / Instagram
Ingram Jerusalem Grill 3259 Wurzbach Road, (210) 680-8400, jerusalemgrill.com Go for something outside of the usual fast food options and sample the flavors of Jerusalem. Your meal (and day) won’t be complete without a kabob or two and some falafel. rg_coupe / Instagram