Winner: Amols' Party and Fiesta Supplies
227 Fredericksburg Road
(210) 227-1457
This 72-year-old establishment is no stranger to our list of reader favorites. Low prices, exemplary customer service in person and online plus a broad selection of traditional Mexican style piñatas are routine comments when it comes to Amols'. The smashable candy dispensers range from less than $4 for a bull that fits in the palm of your hand to a monster, 45-inch "Jumbo Burro" at $31.50 that can only be picked up in-store. While many retailers have a wide array of characters for blindfolded stick whacking, Amols' focuses on traditional south-of-the-border themes. And that includes a line in the likeness of bottles of popular Mexican beer.
2. Fiesta on Main
2025 N. Main Ave.
(210) 591-8144
3. Feliz Modern
110 W. Olmos Dr.
(210) 622-8364
Shopping
Winner: Love Shack Boutique
1580 Babcock Road
(210) 767-9411
2. Adult Megaplex
Multiple locations
3. Sexology Institute
707 S. St. Mary's St.
(210) 487-0371
Winner: Karolina's Antiques
1705 Blanco Road
(210) 731-9787
2. Period Modern
4347 McCullough Ave.
(210) 902-1217
3. Alamo Antique Mall
125 Broadway
(210) 224-4354
Winner: Bike World
Multiple locations
2. Crossroad Bikes
14510 NW Military Highway
(210) 492-7677
3. Bicycle Heaven
Multiple locations
Winner: Half Price Books
Multiple locations
2. Twig
306 Pearl Parkway, Unit 106
(210) 826-6411
3. Nine Lives Books
7959 Fredericksburg Road, Suite 119
(210) 647-5656
Winner: North Park Toyota
10703 SW Loop 410
(210) 600- 5677
2. Ancira Enterprises
Multiple locations
3. Cavender Toyota
5730 NW Loop 410
(210) 681-6601
Winner: Alamo Botanicals
19141 Stone Oak Parkway #301
(210) 444-9026
2. Bee's Wellness Cafe
3030 Thousand Oaks Dr., Suite 102
(210) 836-8141
3. CBD American Shaman DeZavala
6390 De Zavala Road, Suite 102
(210) 476-5191
Winner: Sweet Pea's Baby Emporium
14353 Blanco Road #102
(210) 254-9109
2.Crib & Kids
1309 N. Loop 1604 W. #106
(210) 764-2742
3. Feliz Modern
110 W. Olmos Dr.
(210) 622-8364
Winner: Eye Candy Boutique
2003 S. Zarzamora St., Suite 1101
As an undergrad studying fashion merchandising at Texas State University, Elsa Fernandez dreamed of one day opening a plus-size clothing store. From her own experiences, she knew there was a void in the market when it came to shopping for trendy, flattering plus-size fashions. In 2015, she scored a temporary home for Eye Candy as part of the Center City Development and Operations Department's OPEN Downtown Pop-Up Shops and, after a successful run, signed a lease for the tiny space on the corner of Houston and Navarro streets. There, she won over a loyal following with an affordable, fashion-forward mix of merchandise encompassing casual, dressy and street-smart looks along with denim, tees and unique accessories. Just before the pandemic, Fernandez opted to relocate Eye Candy to a live-work space on the South Side where she welcomes customers by appointment. She's also made online shopping a breeze with clever "lifestyle/vibe" categories like Amiga Adventures, Wear to Work, Date Night and Keepin' It Cozy. Newbies should tune into the two-time Best of San Antonio winner's buzzy Instagram page (@heyeyecandy), where she serves up styling tips for "capturing eyes at any size."
2. Bless Your Heart Gift Shop
18771 FM 2252
(210) 651-1000
3. True North SA
332 W. Sunset Road #7
(210) 444-9946
Winner: Knight Watch Games
16350 Blanco Road #116
(210) 888-1051
2. Dragon's Lair
7959 Fredericksburg Road #129
(210) 615-1229
3. Heroes & Fantasies
Multiple locations
