23 San Antonio Restaurants that Should Be On Your Dining Bucket List

Botika
The Pearl, 303 Pearl Pkwy #111, (210) 670-7684 The Nikkei restaurant brings Japanese and Peruvian flavors to the Pearl and should be on every San Antonian's bucket list.
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El Bucanero
16505 Blanco Rd, (210) 408-9297
El Bucanero is a classic San Antonio spot that never disappoints.
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Chris Madrid's
1900 Blanco Rd, (210) 735-3552
The cheddar cheesy is a San Antonio staple that everyone should experience.
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Lucky Noodle ?
8525 Blanco Road, (210) 267-9717
It may be a new eatery, but it's already climbing to the top of our list of favorites.
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Two Bros. BBQ Market
12656 West Ave., (210) 496-0222
Chef Jason Dady can do a lot — especially make a mean brisket.
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Mi Tierra
218 Produce Row, (210) 225-1262
Whenever there is cause for celebration, you can bet Mi Tierra's is the place of choice.
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Mama Margie's
Multiple locations, mamamargies.com
After a long night of drinking, Mama Margie's is the place to turn to.
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Il Sogno
200 E Grayson St #100, (210) 223-3900
Il Sogno is everything you could want out of an Italian restaurant — and more.
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Sichuan House
3505 Wurzbach Rd #102, (210) 509-9999
Take a few pals, order one of everything and load up on Sichuan cuisine. Splitting the bill will be easy, the leftovers not so much ...
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Henry’s Puffy Tacos
Multiple locations, henryspuffytacos.com Because living in San Antonio without experiencing puffy taco's from Henry's is basically a sin.
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Feast
1024 S Alamo St., (210) 354-1024
The Southtown eatery ranks high amongst locals.
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The Granary 'Cue & Brew ?
602 Avenue A, (210) 228-0124
The restaurant and brewery is one of the best spots in town to grab some 'cure and is certainly a must-visit for anyone new to San Antonio.
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Cured
306 Pearl Pkwy #101, (210) 314-3929
A James Beard Award finalist runs the history-filled joint that’s also heavy on the local produce. Don’t miss the charcuterie boards.
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La Gloria
100 E Grayson St., (210) 267-9040
Looking for street-style Mexican food? Look no further.
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Thai Dee Restaurant
5307 Blanco Road, (210) 342-3622
For excellent Thai food and a place where you can BYOB, Thai Dee is our favorite spot.
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Jacala Mexican Restaurant
606 West Ave., (210) 732-5222
Puffy tacos, enchiladas, chile rellenos, margartias — Jacala has got it all.
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Ray's Drive Inn ?
822 SW 19th St., (210) 432-7171
Make sure you visit the westside landmark before calling yourself a San Antonian.
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La Margarita Mexican Restaurant & Oyster Bar ?
120 Produce Row, (210) 227-7140
Mexican restaurant+ oyster bar = a must in San Antonio.
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Pollos Asados Los Nortenos
4642 Rigsby Ave., (210) 648-3303
Pollos Asados could justify cult status on the basis of its pollos alone, but as it happens there are short-of-burnt offerings from an indoor grill as well.
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Niki's Tokyo Inn
819 W Hildebrand Ave., (210) 736-5471
Since 1970, Niki’s Tokyo Inn has offered traditional Japanese tatami seating and a sushi bar you’ll want to score a seat in front of. Go solo, take several friends, and get there early for best results.
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