Sometimes, we just need to eat our feelings, because a full stomach can help fill the heart. And there’s no better cure for feeling down in the dumps like a hearty, rib-sticking meal.
While Soul Food and homestyle cooking abound in San Antonio, comfort food doesn’t just mean sticking to Southern favorites. From hearty Italian pastas to warming bowls of pho, these 23 Alamo City eateries offer delicious food good for both the body and soul.
23 San Antonio restaurants serving classic comfort food
By San Antonio Current Staff on Fri, Nov 4, 2022 at 3:37 pm
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Ida Claire
7300 Jones Maltsberger Rd, (210) 667-2145, ida-claire.com
Ida Claire dishes out Southern-inspired cuisine with a modern twist, from classic chicken and waffles to pecan smoked pork chops and duck nachos. Plus, the restaurant offers free live music every Wednesday night from 8-10 p.m.
Photo via Instagram / idaclairesa
7300 Jones Maltsberger Rd, (210) 667-2145, ida-claire.com
Ida Claire dishes out Southern-inspired cuisine with a modern twist, from classic chicken and waffles to pecan smoked pork chops and duck nachos. Plus, the restaurant offers free live music every Wednesday night from 8-10 p.m.
Photo via Instagram / idaclairesa
Bobbie’s Cafe
6728 S. Flores St., (210) 923-1158, bobbiescafe.com
Now operated by the descendants of the original owners, Bobbie’s Cafe has been “cookin’ with love” since 1972. The restaurant’s homestyle meals include everything from Tex-Mex dishes to killer burgers and fish plates.
Photo via Instagram / bobbiescafe
6728 S. Flores St., (210) 923-1158, bobbiescafe.com
Now operated by the descendants of the original owners, Bobbie’s Cafe has been “cookin’ with love” since 1972. The restaurant’s homestyle meals include everything from Tex-Mex dishes to killer burgers and fish plates.
Photo via Instagram / bobbiescafe
Sweet Yams
218 N Cherry St., (210) 229-9267, sweetyamsonlineordering.square.site
Sure, a greasy, sticks-to-the-ribs comfort food meal is great, but hearty eating doesn’t have to be unhealthy. Sweet Yams offers gluten-free and vegan-friendly meals Wednesday-Saturday that are organic and packed with healthy, fresh ingredients.
Photo via Instagram / sweetyamsorganic
218 N Cherry St., (210) 229-9267, sweetyamsonlineordering.square.site
Sure, a greasy, sticks-to-the-ribs comfort food meal is great, but hearty eating doesn’t have to be unhealthy. Sweet Yams offers gluten-free and vegan-friendly meals Wednesday-Saturday that are organic and packed with healthy, fresh ingredients.
Photo via Instagram / sweetyamsorganic
Southern Roots Vegan Bakery
6208 S. Flores St., (210) 279-9414, southernrootsvegan.com
Southern Roots offers an extensive menu of vegan and gluten-free donuts, cookies and brownies and vegan cinnamon rolls that are to die for, perfect for those who get joy from indulging in sweets.
Photo via Instagram / southernrootsbiz
6208 S. Flores St., (210) 279-9414, southernrootsvegan.com
Southern Roots offers an extensive menu of vegan and gluten-free donuts, cookies and brownies and vegan cinnamon rolls that are to die for, perfect for those who get joy from indulging in sweets.
Photo via Instagram / southernrootsbiz
Magnolia Pancake Haus
Multiple locations, magnoliapancakehaus.com
Magnolia Pancake Haus is a first-choice breakfast destination for locals, and one trip to any of its bustling locations will be convincing enough. The restaurant is known for its titular pancakes, but the menu is full of classic breakfast foods that keep the crowds coming back for more.
Photo via Instagram / magnoliapancakehaus
Multiple locations, magnoliapancakehaus.com
Magnolia Pancake Haus is a first-choice breakfast destination for locals, and one trip to any of its bustling locations will be convincing enough. The restaurant is known for its titular pancakes, but the menu is full of classic breakfast foods that keep the crowds coming back for more.
Photo via Instagram / magnoliapancakehaus
Mama’s Cafe
2442 Nacogdoches Rd., (210) 826-8303, mamascafesa.com
Mama’s Cafe offers classic Southern comfort food from scratch in an old-fashioned diner setting. Stop by for a brunch of biscuits and gravy, or relax over a dinner of their Texas Meat Loaf.
Photo via Instagram / mamascafesa
2442 Nacogdoches Rd., (210) 826-8303, mamascafesa.com
Mama’s Cafe offers classic Southern comfort food from scratch in an old-fashioned diner setting. Stop by for a brunch of biscuits and gravy, or relax over a dinner of their Texas Meat Loaf.
Photo via Instagram / mamascafesa
Chatman’s Chicken
1747 S WW White Rd., (210) 359-0245, facebook.com/Chatmans-Chicken
Who would’ve known that getting to fried food heaven meant looking no further than the East side? A quick glance at any online review site will tell you there’s no wrong choice from the menu.
Photo via Instagram / mt.calories
1747 S WW White Rd., (210) 359-0245, facebook.com/Chatmans-Chicken
Who would’ve known that getting to fried food heaven meant looking no further than the East side? A quick glance at any online review site will tell you there’s no wrong choice from the menu.
Photo via Instagram / mt.calories
Earl Abel’s
1639 Broadway, (210) 444-9424, earlabelssa.com
It’s nearly impossible to say "no" to Earl Abel’s award-winning fried chicken and desserts, so be ready to leave with a full stomach — and, by proxy — a full heart.
Photo via Instagram / earlabelssa
1639 Broadway, (210) 444-9424, earlabelssa.com
It’s nearly impossible to say "no" to Earl Abel’s award-winning fried chicken and desserts, so be ready to leave with a full stomach — and, by proxy — a full heart.
Photo via Instagram / earlabelssa
La Sorrentina
3330 Culebra Road, (210) 549-0889, lasorrentinasa.com
This hidden gem on the West side promises lasagna and pasta dishes that’ll leave plenty of leftovers for those that play their cards right — just be sure to save some room for the tiramisu.
Photo via Instagram / omg_ohmygoodies.sa
3330 Culebra Road, (210) 549-0889, lasorrentinasa.com
This hidden gem on the West side promises lasagna and pasta dishes that’ll leave plenty of leftovers for those that play their cards right — just be sure to save some room for the tiramisu.
Photo via Instagram / omg_ohmygoodies.sa
Fratello’s Deli & Market
Multiple locations, fratellosdeli.com
Nothing warms the heart better than gooey, cheesy, freshly-made lasagna. Fratello’s also has extensive pasta and sandwich options sure to satiate any diner.
Photo via Instagram / safoodgirl
Multiple locations, fratellosdeli.com
Nothing warms the heart better than gooey, cheesy, freshly-made lasagna. Fratello’s also has extensive pasta and sandwich options sure to satiate any diner.
Photo via Instagram / safoodgirl
Tony G's Soul Food
915 S. Hackberry, (210) 451-1234, tonygssoulfood.com
It’s hard to find a Sunday brunch that beats authentic Southern comfort food accompanied by live jazz music. Tony G’s is a crowd favorite for a reason, after all.
Photo via Instagram / tonygssoulfood
915 S. Hackberry, (210) 451-1234, tonygssoulfood.com
It’s hard to find a Sunday brunch that beats authentic Southern comfort food accompanied by live jazz music. Tony G’s is a crowd favorite for a reason, after all.
Photo via Instagram / tonygssoulfood
Tarka Indian Kitchen
427 TX-1604 Loop #101, (210) 499-0982, tarkaindiankitchen.com
In addition to meat-based dishes, Stone Oak’s Tarka Indian Kitchen serves up luscious vegetarian eats including aloo gobi, curry, channa masala and tarka daal. Tarka also uses environmentally friendly to-go packaging, recycles used cooking oil, glass, aluminum, plastic and cardboard and composts food waste, so diners can feel good about every aspect of their meals.
Photo via Instagram / tarkaindiankitchen
427 TX-1604 Loop #101, (210) 499-0982, tarkaindiankitchen.com
In addition to meat-based dishes, Stone Oak’s Tarka Indian Kitchen serves up luscious vegetarian eats including aloo gobi, curry, channa masala and tarka daal. Tarka also uses environmentally friendly to-go packaging, recycles used cooking oil, glass, aluminum, plastic and cardboard and composts food waste, so diners can feel good about every aspect of their meals.
Photo via Instagram / tarkaindiankitchen
Mrs. Kitchen Soul Food Restaurant
5237 Walzem Rd., (210) 549-4392, mrskitchensoulfoodrestaurant.com
This eatery started in a cottage near downtown, but now slings heaping portions of fried chicken, cornbread, macaroni and cheese, candied yams, meatloaf and collard greens in a new-ish location on Walzem Road.
Photo via Instagram / little.mama.eats
5237 Walzem Rd., (210) 549-4392, mrskitchensoulfoodrestaurant.com
This eatery started in a cottage near downtown, but now slings heaping portions of fried chicken, cornbread, macaroni and cheese, candied yams, meatloaf and collard greens in a new-ish location on Walzem Road.
Photo via Instagram / little.mama.eats
Attaboy
111 Kings Ct., cullumsattaboy.com
Brought to San Antonio by the chef behind St. Mary's Strip favorite Attagirl, Attaboy is an elevated brunch spot with a menu featuring everything from brunch burgers to escargot. From morning coffee to brunch cocktails, Attaboy’s menu has diners covered.
Photo via Instagram / cullumsattaboy
111 Kings Ct., cullumsattaboy.com
Brought to San Antonio by the chef behind St. Mary's Strip favorite Attagirl, Attaboy is an elevated brunch spot with a menu featuring everything from brunch burgers to escargot. From morning coffee to brunch cocktails, Attaboy’s menu has diners covered.
Photo via Instagram / cullumsattaboy
Mr. A-Ok’s Kitchen
5532 Walzem Rd., (210) 642-4181, mraokskitchen.com
San Antonio has no shortage of Southern food restaurants, though some are admittedly more well-known than others. Mr. A-Ok's Kitchen is an off-the-radar spot that offers authentic recipes that taste like home. The menu features Southern favorites including chicken fried steak and oxtails.
Photo via Instagram / marres09
5532 Walzem Rd., (210) 642-4181, mraokskitchen.com
San Antonio has no shortage of Southern food restaurants, though some are admittedly more well-known than others. Mr. A-Ok's Kitchen is an off-the-radar spot that offers authentic recipes that taste like home. The menu features Southern favorites including chicken fried steak and oxtails.
Photo via Instagram / marres09
Ma Harper's Creole Kitchen
1816 N New Braunfels Ave, (210) 226-2200, facebook.com/maharperscreolekitchen
Look no further for authentic New Orleans creole cooking than Ma’s, whose gumbo is a hit for New Orleaners and Texans alike. Ma’s is only open Wednesday-Sunday, though, so plan your trip accordingly — you may even meet the 93-year-old Ma herself, if you’re lucky.
Photo via Instagram / sutapants
1816 N New Braunfels Ave, (210) 226-2200, facebook.com/maharperscreolekitchen
Look no further for authentic New Orleans creole cooking than Ma’s, whose gumbo is a hit for New Orleaners and Texans alike. Ma’s is only open Wednesday-Sunday, though, so plan your trip accordingly — you may even meet the 93-year-old Ma herself, if you’re lucky.
Photo via Instagram / sutapants
Max & Louie's New York Diner
226 W Bitters Rd Suite 126, (210) 483-7600, maxandlouiesdiner.com
Just as every New York diner should, Max & Louie’s menu of breakfast, lunch, dinner and desserts is enough to keep people coming back for all three meals a day. From pancakes and omelets to reubens and the coveted BFS (burger, fries and shake), Max & Louie’s is here to fulfill hungry diners’ every desire.
Photo via Instagram / maxandlouies
226 W Bitters Rd Suite 126, (210) 483-7600, maxandlouiesdiner.com
Just as every New York diner should, Max & Louie’s menu of breakfast, lunch, dinner and desserts is enough to keep people coming back for all three meals a day. From pancakes and omelets to reubens and the coveted BFS (burger, fries and shake), Max & Louie’s is here to fulfill hungry diners’ every desire.
Photo via Instagram / maxandlouies
Real Pho
11223 Potranco Road #202, (210) 370-3237, facebook.com/realphosatx
This unsuspecting strip mall joint on the Far West Side serves more than a dozen varieties of warming pho as well as vermicelli bowls and Banh Mi. When you need to soothe your soul with a piping hot bowl of deliciousness, this is always a solid option.
Photo via Instagram / choomshika
11223 Potranco Road #202, (210) 370-3237, facebook.com/realphosatx
This unsuspecting strip mall joint on the Far West Side serves more than a dozen varieties of warming pho as well as vermicelli bowls and Banh Mi. When you need to soothe your soul with a piping hot bowl of deliciousness, this is always a solid option.
Photo via Instagram / choomshika
Allora
403 Pearl Parkway, (210) 979-9950, allorapearl.com
Recently opened Pearl-area upscale eatery Allora offers a coastal take on Italian food. The restaurant’s fresh seafood dishes are worth a try, but filling favorites like chicken and waffles are also on the menu for those looking for an elevated homestyle brunch.
Photo via Instagram / allorapearl
403 Pearl Parkway, (210) 979-9950, allorapearl.com
Recently opened Pearl-area upscale eatery Allora offers a coastal take on Italian food. The restaurant’s fresh seafood dishes are worth a try, but filling favorites like chicken and waffles are also on the menu for those looking for an elevated homestyle brunch.
Photo via Instagram / allorapearl
Pho La
13777 Nacogdoches Rd. #101, (210) 590-1882, facebook.com/pholavietnamesechineseandthairestaurant
Though it also serves up Chinese and Thai dishes, Pho La specializes in authentic Vietnamese cuisine. The massive menu can be overwhelming, but ordering is as simple as choosing a type of pho — vegetable, tofu, chicken, steak, meatball, brisket, shrimp or a seafood combo — and preparing to enjoy it.
Photo via Google Maps
13777 Nacogdoches Rd. #101, (210) 590-1882, facebook.com/pholavietnamesechineseandthairestaurant
Though it also serves up Chinese and Thai dishes, Pho La specializes in authentic Vietnamese cuisine. The massive menu can be overwhelming, but ordering is as simple as choosing a type of pho — vegetable, tofu, chicken, steak, meatball, brisket, shrimp or a seafood combo — and preparing to enjoy it.
Photo via Google Maps
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