We’re so excited to share the Winter edition of our Flavor magazine! Think of it as a year-in-review of San Antonio’s food and nightlife scene. Here’s a look at some of the restaurants we gave a shoutout to, and the issue here!

Bedoy’s Bakery Multiple locations, bedoysbakery.com This long-standing, family-run bakery produces traditional Mexican sweet breads, pastries & cookies.
Botika The Pearl, 303 Pearl Pkwy #111, botikapearl.com A stylish option for inventive Peruvian-Asian fusion plates paired with traditional cocktails. Credit: Jessica Giesey
Texas Pride Barbecue 2980 E Loop 1604 S, Adkins, texaspridebbq.net Storied eatery with mesquite-smoked brisket & ribs, live country music, dancing & bike nights.
Mad Pecker Brewing 6025 Tezel Rd #122, madpeckerbrewing.com Small-batch brewery with an unpretentious taproom serving beer, pizza & basic bar bites.
Hanzo 7701 Broadway St #124, hanzobar.com Casual hangout for creatively named cocktails, Japanese beer & sake plus small plates.
Carmelita’s 2218 Broadway St, carmelitassa.com Informal eatery offering a variety of familiar recipes in a laid-back environment.
Cherrity Bar & Kuriya at Cherrity Bar 302 Montana St, cherritybar.com A way to drink for a good cause and eat some ramen at Kuriya while you’re at it!
Ming’s Things 5249 McCullough Ave, mingsthing.com Intimate nook offering Chinese street food favorites like bao & noodle dishes in a chill setting.
Periphery 2512 N Main Ave, peripherysa.com Intimate, rustic-chic eatery offering a concise menu of Italian- and Southern-leaning American fare.
Boss Bagels 6458 N New Braunfels Ave, bossbagel.com Come to try the unique taste of a bagel that is hand-rolled and then baked in a wood-fire oven.
Dorrego’s 150 E Houston St, dorregos.com Hotel Valencia Riverwalk restaurant serving locally sourced Argentinean plates paired with wines.
Francis Bogside 803 S St Mary’s St, francisbogside.com An elevated Irish pub for custom cocktails, beer & bar eats in a polished, rustic space.
Sabor Cocinabar 5313 McCullough Ave, facebook.com/saborcocinabar Authentic and tasty Mexican cuisine, currently serving breakfast, lunch, dinner + newly added happy hour.
LA Crawfish Multiple locations, thelacrawfish.com Cajun-Asian counter-serve chain with boiled seafood, pho, wings, po’ boys & more in casual space.
The Dakota East Side Ice House 433 S Hackberry, thedakotasa.com New joint on the East Side, serving up cold drinks and an eclectic menu.
Pokeworks 15900 La Cantera Pkwy Suite 26180, pokeworks.com At Pokeworks, we are committed to consistently bringing you delicious Hawaiian-inspired poke made using only the most premium ingredients.
Panifico Bake Shop 602 NW 24th St, panifico.com Cheerful bakery specializing in custom cakes & pan dulce, plus other treats baked daily.
Grayze 521 E Grayson St, grayzeongrayson.com American bites plus beer & cocktails are served in farmhouse-inspired digs with a large patio. Now serving breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner.
Capo’s Pizza 8522 Broadway St #105, capospizzasa.com New York style pizza, subs, and wings!
Tribeca4331 McCullough Ave, Olmos Park, tribeca212.com Sophisticated option serving a diverse menu of American dishes including pizza, seafood & steak
Burger Boy Multiple locations, burgerboysa.com Fast-food mainstay serving classic burgers, fries & shakes in a no-frills setting with a drive-thru.
5 Points Local 1017 N Flores St, 5pointslocal.com Rustic-chic, counter-serve eatery offering coffee, tea & all-day gluten-free breakfast & cafe fare
Kung Fu Tea Multiple locations, kungfutea.com Bubble tea specialist with a selection of other hot & cold drinks, including coffee & slushes.
Wiatrek’s Meat Market 8517 Blanco Road, wiatreksmeatmarket.com Carnivores wanted. Credit: Jordan Macias
Alida Cafe 527 El Paso St, alidatx.com Fresh sandwiches, soups, salads, bowls, and beer and wine. Vegan offerings included!
Guillermo’s 618 McCullough Ave, guillermosdowntown.com Eclectic hangout serving pizzas, salads, sandwiches, burgers & beer in a homey setting with a patio.
Outlaw Kitchens 2919 N Flores, outlawkitchens.com A place where you can expect expertly prepared dinners, a delightful staff, a cozy dining room that makes you feel as if you’ve been invited to a friend’s home for dinner, and a great wine and local beer selection.
Viva Vegeria 1422 Nogalitos St, myvegeria.com A vegan, gluten-free menu of Tex-Mex eats & baked goods served in colorful digs with a garden.
Southtown Wine and Tapas 1702 S Presa St, southtowntapas.com Fresh ingredients, tasty tapas, hand selected wines – and the perfect cozy spot to enjoy your time with new friends and old.
Juice Boss HQ 15701 San Pedro Ave, juicebosshq.com Come for the juice, stay for the health.
Urban Bricks Pizza Multiple locations, urbanbricks.com Urban Bricks – Brickin’ Fast!
Dodging Duck Brewhaus 402 River Rd, Boerne, dodgingduck.com Country brewpub offering house beers, global comfort-food menu & patio overlooking duck-filled pond.
South Texas Spice Co. 2106 Castroville Road, facebook.com/SouthTexasSpice Family-owned operation creating & selling a wide range of cooking spices, including custom blends.
Rodriguez Butcher 1715 W Commerce St, homebutcher.com Long-running merchant carrying sausage stuffers, grinders & other meat-processing supplies.
Vida Mia Mexican Cuisine 19141 Stone Oak Pkwy #803, vidamiacuisine.com Authentic Mexican dishes – one of the best brunches in San Antonio!
The Block SA 14530 Roadrunner Way, theblocksa.com Gourmet food trucks convene at this festive outdoor gathering spot featuring a bar & free WiFi.
The Cove 606 W Cypress Street, thecove.us Quirky kid-friendly venue with organic American fare, live music, a laundromat & car wash.
Wing Haus at Quartermain’s Pub 13920 I-35, Live Oak Home of the Red Baron Wingz!
Arco Iris Ice Cream 1435 Frio City Road, arcoirisicecream.com Unassuming shop featuring Mexican, American & Chinese candies in bulk, plus ice cream & popsicles.
Sandy Oaks Olive Orchard 25195 Mathis Road, Elmendorf, sandyoaks.com We produce Texas grown olives of a superior quality and turn them into products, such as, Extra Virgin olive oil, olives, olive leaf jelly, and various hand-crafted skin care and spa products made in part from olive leaves, olive leaf tea, and olive oil.