El Pastor Es Mi Señor is worthy of its recent inclusion in Neflix’s Taco Chronicles

The taco al pastor is the bedrock — the spiritual foundation — of the San Antonio operation, and it’s a solid footing indeed.

by Ron Bechtol May 25, 2023August 5, 2025

Food & Drink

The Pearl’s Full Goods Diner may not be the cheapest brunch in town, but its value stacks up

Full Goods is currently open only for breakfast, brunch and lunch, with occasional evening events to tantalize an all-day structure.

by Ron Bechtol March 31, 2023July 24, 2025

Food & Drink

Small plates shine at Dim Sum Oriental Cuisine, even if some of the presentation pageantry is gone

The restaurant is known for genuine Chinese specialties such as chicken feet and beef tripe.

by Ron Bechtol February 28, 2023August 4, 2025

Food & Drink

Carriqui brings changes to old Liberty Bar space — and to South Texas culinary favorites

Avid food lovers may be interested in investigating the historical basis for Carriqui’s South Texas-centric menu.

by Ron Bechtol January 16, 2023July 30, 2025

Food & Drink

Fiery South: Thai Buri offers a taste of the Southeast Asian culinary powerhouse’s regional cuisine

The owners of the North Side eatery are obsessed with chili and levels of spiciness.

by Ron Bechtol November 10, 2022July 27, 2025

Food & Drink

More than what glitters is gold at the appropriately named Southtown restaurant Up Scale

Up Scale occupies the former Feast space on South Alamo Street.

by Ron Bechtol October 27, 2022June 30, 2025

Food & Drink

San Antonio’s Mixtli showcases the cuisine of Mexico City in an elegant 10-course tasting menu

The restaurant’s tasting menu changes its regional inspiration every quarter.

by Ron Bechtol August 15, 2022August 5, 2025

Food & Drink

A casual feel pervades at Five Points Food & Drink, but the kitchen works at an elevated level

Lauded local chef Michael Sohocki moved his sibling flagship restaurants, Restaurant Gwendolyn and Kimura Ramen, out of downtown to a quirky building on North Flores Street.

by Ron Bechtol July 12, 2022May 8, 2025

Food & Drink

Italian eateries Arrosta and Allora are markedly different, but both have their charms

Pete Selig recruited Chefs Chris Carlson and Robbie Nowlin to run Arrosta and Allora, respectively.

by Ron Bechtol June 15, 2022March 31, 2025

Food & Drink

Reese Bros Barbecue delivers bad-ass brisket from a temporary truck. Just show up early.

Reese Bros serves superlative barbecue out of a truck parked in front of the venture’s forthcoming permanent location.

by Ron Bechtol June 9, 2022July 9, 2025

Food & Drink

Fresh ingredients, techniques help Milpa at The Yard deliver on new insights to Mexican cuisine

The restaurant’s holistic menu has no trouble featuring both ultra-meaty carnitas and dried hibiscus blossoms.

by Ron Bechtol May 27, 2022December 22, 2024

Food & Drink

Choice Chinese: Whether tackling traditional or modern takes on Sichuan cuisine, Dashi excels

Dashi is a spinoff of the deservedly popular Sichuan House with a more contemporary take on Sichuanese cuisine.

by Ron Bechtol May 12, 2022May 18, 2025

Food & Drink

The namesake pastries at Fat Tummy Empanadas excel, whichever filling you choose

Given the quality of the fillings, you can almost throw a dart at the menu board.

by Ron Bechtol March 28, 2022April 30, 2025

Food & Drink

Culinary Calendar: Valentine’s Day Edition

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Restaurant Reviews

El Pastor Es Mi Señor is worthy of its recent inclusion in Neflix’s Taco Chronicles

The Pearl’s Full Goods Diner may not be the cheapest brunch in town, but its value stacks up

Small plates shine at Dim Sum Oriental Cuisine, even if some of the presentation pageantry is gone

Carriqui brings changes to old Liberty Bar space — and to South Texas culinary favorites

Fiery South: Thai Buri offers a taste of the Southeast Asian culinary powerhouse’s regional cuisine

More than what glitters is gold at the appropriately named Southtown restaurant Up Scale

San Antonio’s Mixtli showcases the cuisine of Mexico City in an elegant 10-course tasting menu

A casual feel pervades at Five Points Food & Drink, but the kitchen works at an elevated level

Italian eateries Arrosta and Allora are markedly different, but both have their charms

Reese Bros Barbecue delivers bad-ass brisket from a temporary truck. Just show up early.

Fresh ingredients, techniques help Milpa at The Yard deliver on new insights to Mexican cuisine

Choice Chinese: Whether tackling traditional or modern takes on Sichuan cuisine, Dashi excels

The namesake pastries at Fat Tummy Empanadas excel, whichever filling you choose

Bar Loretta wins with its comfortable vibe and hand with familiar Texas flavors

Downtown San Antonio’s Shiro brings a revelatory approach to sushi and other Japanese delights

Smoke’s Downtown Location Readies Opening, Rivertini and More

You Can Make Yourself Right at Home at Wing Daddy’s

Your Next Night Out Should Be at Rebelle

Going Parisian at Sketch

Culinary Calendar: Valentine’s Day Edition

Everyone we saw at Dulce 2025, San Antonio’s most festive food event

The best places to get holiday tamales in San Antonio this Christmas season

The 20 best burger joints in San Antonio right now, according to Yelp

20 San Antonio bars where you probably won’t see anyone you know