Winner: Elsewhere Garden Bar & Kitchen
103 E. Jones Ave.
(210) 446-9303
Elsewhere was lauded by readers as Best New Bar a couple of years ago. Clearly, it's also become a go-to for diners who like their burgers, sandwiches, salads and tacos locally sourced and with a view of the Museum Reach of the San Antonio River. Whether it's a big, hand-breaded chicken sandwich with Philly waffle fries you're after, or a more adventurous combo of gochujang cauliflower wings and a PB&J burger, the smallish menu packs big flavor. For those on the far North Side, Elsewhere has a second location in the works. Instead of a view of the river to go with the food, expect a 45-foot Ferris wheel.
2. The Esquire Tavern
155 E. Commerce St.
(210) 222-2521
3. Francis Bogside
803 S. St. Mary's St.
(210) 369-9192