Seguin's Burnt Bean Co. is known for brisket and other smoked meats.

Restaurant Reviews

The lines are long at Seguin’s lauded Burnt Bean Co., but the experience may be worth it

The San Antonio-area barbecue hotspot has won lots of critical raves, which means it’s also drawing long lines.

by Ron Bechtol October 10, 2025October 10, 2025

The San Antonio-area barbecue hotspot has won lots of critical raves, which means it’s also drawing long lines.

Selda’s Grilled Pistachio Meatballs are served over rice with a rustic tomato sauce and a drizzle of yogurt.

Flavor

Turkish flavors excel at San Antonio’s Selda Mediterranean Kitchen

The Northwest San Antonio restaurant shows that simple dishes are often the best kind.

by Ron Bechtol September 26, 2025September 26, 2025

Food & Drink

San Antonio’s Southerleigh Fine Food & Brewery deserves its Michelin Guide designation

True to Southerleigh’s Bib Gourmand award, diners will find high-quality fare delivered at a price that’s easy on the pocketbook.

by Ron Bechtol June 15, 2025July 20, 2025

Food & Drink

Supper, the main restaurant at San Antonio’s Hotel Emma, is still a work in progress

The Pearl dining spot’s locally sourced ingredients are a draw, but it still has room to grow.

by Ron Bechtol February 7, 2025July 9, 2025

Food & Drink

Bokobá’s take on ‘modern Mexican’ cuisine at its best when it sticks close to tradition

The San Antonio dining spot may still be finding its way, but there’s plenty to like about its creative approach.

by Ron Bechtol January 25, 2025July 17, 2025

Food & Drink

A confusing but compelling complexity reigns at San Antonio’s Hyderabadi Spicy Matka

From fragrantly spiced biryani to Instagrammable dosa crepes, the restaurant offers a wealth of delicious Indian food.

by Ron Bechtol November 16, 2024July 8, 2025

Food & Drink

San Antonio’s Domingo may get a spot in the Michelin Guide, but it could use fine tuning

The restaurant’s ‘modern tribute to South Texas cuisine’ features big flavors and servings but could benefit from refinement.

by Ron Bechtol October 19, 2024August 5, 2025

Food & Drink

San Antonio’s El Chunky and Barrio Dogg both excel at Mexican-style hotdogs

Both shops are located on South Presa Street, and both know how to load up a dog.

by Ron Bechtol September 1, 2024July 5, 2025

Food & Drink

Pullman’s Fife & Farro and Mezquite offer distinct, but equally elevated experiences

The two restaurants so far open in the Pearl’s high-end culinary market show it’s off to a good start.

by Nina Rangel June 14, 2024June 28, 2025

Food & Drink

Maeve’s Many Faces: Government Hill cocktail spot packs plenty of ambition into its small menu

Maeve’s drinks menu, accessible via QR code, features nine ‘signature’ cocktails and four ‘classics.’

by Ron Bechtol May 9, 2024August 5, 2025

Food & Drink

Lombrano Food Hall offers automated food experiences that mostly hit the mark

Given a boost during the pandemic, the notion of ‘touchless’ or ‘contactless’ food ordering has once again become a dining option.

by Ron Bechtol April 25, 2024July 22, 2025

Food & Drink

Camp Hot Wells’ extensive list of beer, wines and more offers good reason to soak your feet

The drink list also includes seltzers, sakes and ciders, including a by-the-bottle-only Basque label called Isastegi Sagardo Naturala.

by Ron Bechtol March 29, 2024July 11, 2025

Food & Drink

Golden Meals Moroccan offers many flavors, excels when it sticks to its home turf

Whether it’s the food truck or the brick and mortar, Golden Meals’ schawarmas, gyros and kababs shine.

by Ron Bechtol February 29, 2024June 27, 2025

Food & Drink

Believe the Hype: Cullum’s Attaboy continues to excel thanks to an unrivaled attention to detail

The restaurant drew breathless praise when it opened in 2022.

by Nina Rangel January 26, 2024August 4, 2025

Food & Drink

Taco Trio: In a city overrun by taquerias, these three stand out from the herd

These home-grown and distinctly different places have made an impression.

by Ron Bechtol January 17, 2024July 18, 2025

Food & Drink

In the Pocket: European Dumplings Cafe excels at its namesake dish — and more

The Ukrainian restaurant’s menu also features pierogi, pancakes and borsh.

by Ron Bechtol November 22, 2023July 29, 2025

Food & Drink

San Antonio fusion masters Sean Wen and Andrew Ho score big at Curry Boys and Wurst Behavior

Wen and Ho were among this year’s James Beard Best Chef Texas nominees.

by Ron Bechtol October 26, 2023July 7, 2025

Food & Drink

Tokyo Cowboy’s food satisfies with pan-Asian flavors, even if its name is a little misleading

Tokyo Cowboy sports an impressive menu of Japanese whiskies and a kitchen that turns out dishes that range around the Pacific Rim, from Spam to Sukiyaki burgers.

by Ron Bechtol September 28, 2023August 4, 2025

Food & Drink

Looking for a Book: The ceviche is fresh at Go Fish, but the concept may need time to stew

Go Fish appears to have abandoned its original fish market premise, along with most entrée sized menu offerings.

by Ron Bechtol August 28, 2023April 20, 2025

Food & Drink

San Antonio’s Leche de Tigre celebrates Peruvian cebiche with delicious flair

Leche de Tigre was established by three brothers and a cousin to celebrate a common Peruvian heritage, and it does so with flair and finesse.

by Ron Bechtol July 18, 2023July 15, 2025

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Restaurant Reviews

The lines are long at Seguin’s lauded Burnt Bean Co., but the experience may be worth it

Turkish flavors excel at San Antonio’s Selda Mediterranean Kitchen

San Antonio’s Southerleigh Fine Food & Brewery deserves its Michelin Guide designation

Supper, the main restaurant at San Antonio’s Hotel Emma, is still a work in progress

Bokobá’s take on ‘modern Mexican’ cuisine at its best when it sticks close to tradition

A confusing but compelling complexity reigns at San Antonio’s Hyderabadi Spicy Matka

San Antonio’s Domingo may get a spot in the Michelin Guide, but it could use fine tuning

San Antonio’s El Chunky and Barrio Dogg both excel at Mexican-style hotdogs

Pullman’s Fife & Farro and Mezquite offer distinct, but equally elevated experiences

Maeve’s Many Faces: Government Hill cocktail spot packs plenty of ambition into its small menu

Lombrano Food Hall offers automated food experiences that mostly hit the mark

Camp Hot Wells’ extensive list of beer, wines and more offers good reason to soak your feet

Golden Meals Moroccan offers many flavors, excels when it sticks to its home turf

Believe the Hype: Cullum’s Attaboy continues to excel thanks to an unrivaled attention to detail

Taco Trio: In a city overrun by taquerias, these three stand out from the herd

In the Pocket: European Dumplings Cafe excels at its namesake dish — and more

San Antonio fusion masters Sean Wen and Andrew Ho score big at Curry Boys and Wurst Behavior

Tokyo Cowboy’s food satisfies with pan-Asian flavors, even if its name is a little misleading

Looking for a Book: The ceviche is fresh at Go Fish, but the concept may need time to stew

San Antonio’s Leche de Tigre celebrates Peruvian cebiche with delicious flair

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