Winner: The Jerk Shack
10234 TX-151, Suite 103
(210) 776-7780
thejerkshacksatx.com
Chef and retired Army vet Nicola Blaque made her mark on San Antonio when she opened The
Jerk Shack in 2018 — a tiny spot on Matyear Street that gained a quick following for its big, bold
Jamaican flavors. Today, the Bib Gourmand-recognized eatery has found a new home on the Far
West Side, but its soul remains the same. From smoky jerk chicken and fall-apart oxtails to
creamy shrimp and grits and fiery Rasta pasta, every dish is a vibrant tribute to Blaque’s family
roots — and a testament to her James Beard-nominated talent that fuses tradition with fearless
flavor.
2. Tony G’s Soul Food
Multiple locations
tonygssoulfood.com
3. Honey’s Kitchen
7119 Joe Louis Drive
(210) 420-9645
facebook.com/mzhoneysplace
This article appears in Jul 23 – Aug 6, 2025.