It's easy to fall into patterns. Humans are creatures of habit, plain and simple. We frequent the same neighborhood cafés, order the same dishes and slowly find ourselves accepting our status as dutiful regulars. While there's nothing inherently wrong with our loyalties to local businesses, we gastronomes need to embrace the adventurous epicurean spirit and diversify our palates. After all, variety is the spice of life. With that said, take a look at these perfect spots in San Antonio to stray away from your comfort zone and try something new.
25 San Antonio restaurants you might not know about but should
By San Antonio Current Staff on Sat, Jan 9, 2016 at 12:52 am
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Beto's
Beto’s often gets lumped in to the Tex-Mex category, but it’s really more of a Latin restaurant, with complex flavors, plenty of citrus notes and lighter fare overall. The menu is split into four categories–tacos, empanadas, quesadillas and burgers.
8142 Broadway St., (210) 930-9393
Photo via Facebook (Beto's Alt Mex)
Beto’s often gets lumped in to the Tex-Mex category, but it’s really more of a Latin restaurant, with complex flavors, plenty of citrus notes and lighter fare overall. The menu is split into four categories–tacos, empanadas, quesadillas and burgers.
8142 Broadway St., (210) 930-9393
Photo via Facebook (Beto's Alt Mex)
Niki's Tokyo Inn
Though Niki's has been in that same spot for at least three decades, San Antonio newbs still don't know about this magical little sushi joint. Get there early and order plenty of appetizers.
819 W Hildebrand Avenue, (210) 736-5471
Photo via Facebook (Dara Maknual)
Though Niki's has been in that same spot for at least three decades, San Antonio newbs still don't know about this magical little sushi joint. Get there early and order plenty of appetizers.
819 W Hildebrand Avenue, (210) 736-5471
Photo via Facebook (Dara Maknual)
Fattboy Burgers & Dogs
If you can find a parking space at Fattboy Burgers & Dogs, you'll find a fully customizable burger menu with options that include sesame seed or wheat buns, bacon, cheeses, dressings, BBQ sauce, dill relish, grilled mushrooms or bell peppers.
2345 Vance Jackson Road, (210) 377-3288
Photo via San Antonio Current
If you can find a parking space at Fattboy Burgers & Dogs, you'll find a fully customizable burger menu with options that include sesame seed or wheat buns, bacon, cheeses, dressings, BBQ sauce, dill relish, grilled mushrooms or bell peppers.
2345 Vance Jackson Road, (210) 377-3288
Photo via San Antonio Current
Garbanzo
In short, Garbanzo is the Mediterranean Chipotle. Fill up your bowl with hummus and addictive pita chips.
11075 Huebner Oaks, (210) 572-4382
Photo via Facebook (Garbanzo Mediterranean Grill - San Antonio)
In short, Garbanzo is the Mediterranean Chipotle. Fill up your bowl with hummus and addictive pita chips.
11075 Huebner Oaks, (210) 572-4382
Photo via Facebook (Garbanzo Mediterranean Grill - San Antonio)
Halftime Pizza
While the enchilada pizza topped with pico de gillo is a fresh addition to an old favorite, owner David Garcia's hospitality was even more refreshing at Halftime Pizza.
7126 Tezel Road, (210) 521-2990
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While the enchilada pizza topped with pico de gillo is a fresh addition to an old favorite, owner David Garcia's hospitality was even more refreshing at Halftime Pizza.
7126 Tezel Road, (210) 521-2990
Photo via San Antonio Current
Cascabel Mexican Patio
Legit breakfast tacos, tortillas so fresh you can taste the nixtamalization and on-point dishes hailing from deep in the heart of Mexico.
1000 S. St. Mary's St., (210) 212-6456
Photo via Facebook (Joey Salinas)
Legit breakfast tacos, tortillas so fresh you can taste the nixtamalization and on-point dishes hailing from deep in the heart of Mexico.
1000 S. St. Mary's St., (210) 212-6456
Photo via Facebook (Joey Salinas)
Kung Fu Noodle
There are 12 items on laminated sheets of Day-Glo paper—that's it at Kung Fu Noodle—broken up into three categories. Choose between noodles, dumplings and buns, and ready your facehole for some comfort.
6733 Bandera Road, (210) 451-5586
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There are 12 items on laminated sheets of Day-Glo paper—that's it at Kung Fu Noodle—broken up into three categories. Choose between noodles, dumplings and buns, and ready your facehole for some comfort.
6733 Bandera Road, (210) 451-5586
Photo via San Antonio Current
Malinalli Bakery & Bistro
The fresh-baked breads are essential to the made-to-order sandwiches at Malinalli.
2211 NW Military Hwy #131, (210) 209-3463
Photo via Facebook (Malinalli Bakery & Bistro)
The fresh-baked breads are essential to the made-to-order sandwiches at Malinalli.
2211 NW Military Hwy #131, (210) 209-3463
Photo via Facebook (Malinalli Bakery & Bistro)
Mina & Dimi's Greek House
You can never have too much moussaka.
7159 W. US Hwy. 90, (210) 674-3464
Photo via Facebook (Mina & Dimi's Greek House)
You can never have too much moussaka.
7159 W. US Hwy. 90, (210) 674-3464
Photo via Facebook (Mina & Dimi's Greek House)
R&R Café
Rick Bueno is making a success of coming home to a bright but modest cafe on the Southeast side. The "kickass gourmet" at R&R Café includes the the Philly cheese and a mango jalapeño grilled chicken sandwichsteak sandwich.
4241 Clark Avenue, (210) 533-1603
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Rick Bueno is making a success of coming home to a bright but modest cafe on the Southeast side. The "kickass gourmet" at R&R Café includes the the Philly cheese and a mango jalapeño grilled chicken sandwichsteak sandwich.
4241 Clark Avenue, (210) 533-1603
Photo via San Antonio Current
RO-HO Pork & Bread
If you're not getting down and dirty with these torta ahogadas, you're not living. Chef Jorge Rojo makes just about every sandwich, taco dorado and chilaquil order that comes in.
623 Urban Loop, (210) 800-3487
Photo via Facebook (RO-HO Pork & Bread)
If you're not getting down and dirty with these torta ahogadas, you're not living. Chef Jorge Rojo makes just about every sandwich, taco dorado and chilaquil order that comes in.
623 Urban Loop, (210) 800-3487
Photo via Facebook (RO-HO Pork & Bread)
Romelia's Bakery
What sets Romelia's apart from other sweet goods joints is that it doesn't serve usual cakes. Instead, the spotlight is on their signature "Treasures," pecan meringues with assorted fresh fruit like berries and mango atop cream cheese frosting.
11255 Huebner Rd. #110, (210) 437-1073
Photo via Facebook Romelia's Bakery
What sets Romelia's apart from other sweet goods joints is that it doesn't serve usual cakes. Instead, the spotlight is on their signature "Treasures," pecan meringues with assorted fresh fruit like berries and mango atop cream cheese frosting.
11255 Huebner Rd. #110, (210) 437-1073
Photo via Facebook Romelia's Bakery
Taste Crepes
Because they fill a crepe-sized hole in our hearts, that's why. Stop in for fresh-made crepes stuffed with artichokes, ham, cheese or Nutella.
124 Broadway St., (210) 354-3777
Photo via Facebook (Taste Crepes & More Downtown)
Because they fill a crepe-sized hole in our hearts, that's why. Stop in for fresh-made crepes stuffed with artichokes, ham, cheese or Nutella.
124 Broadway St., (210) 354-3777
Photo via Facebook (Taste Crepes & More Downtown)
Taste of India
Taste of India, nestled in your standard suburban strip center, offers quick service, inexpensive, no-frills Indian cuisine.
5999 De Zavala Road #109, (210) 561-4409
Photo via Yelp (Jennifer M.)
Taste of India, nestled in your standard suburban strip center, offers quick service, inexpensive, no-frills Indian cuisine.
5999 De Zavala Road #109, (210) 561-4409
Photo via Yelp (Jennifer M.)
Brown Bag Sandwich Shop
Try the California Cheese at Brown Bag Sandwich Shop, a hole in the wall cafe with lots of character and a home-feel vibe.
11035 Wetmore Road, (210) 490-3915
Photo via Facebook (The Brown Bag Sandwich Shop)
Try the California Cheese at Brown Bag Sandwich Shop, a hole in the wall cafe with lots of character and a home-feel vibe.
11035 Wetmore Road, (210) 490-3915
Photo via Facebook (The Brown Bag Sandwich Shop)
A Dong Restaurant
A-Dongs has an extensive menu. You can't go wrong with a bowl of pho or, really, any dish at all.
8311 Agora Pkwy #106, (210) 566-770
Photo via Facebook (A Dong Restaurant)
A-Dongs has an extensive menu. You can't go wrong with a bowl of pho or, really, any dish at all.
8311 Agora Pkwy #106, (210) 566-770
Photo via Facebook (A Dong Restaurant)
Amaya's Cocina
The real reason to get down to Amaya's immediately is their lunch and their ridiculous prices.
1502 E Commerce St., (210) 265-5449
Photo via San Antonio Current
The real reason to get down to Amaya's immediately is their lunch and their ridiculous prices.
1502 E Commerce St., (210) 265-5449
Photo via San Antonio Current
Ever's Café
While the menu features tacos, empanadas (which they're gaining a following for in catering orders) and lunch plates, the specials board is usually too enticing to pass up. The specials board changes daily and most visits to the shop mean chatting with the owner about the menu.
6734 San Pedro Avenue, (210) 826-3030
Photo via Instagram (dbramanheartscmccoy)
While the menu features tacos, empanadas (which they're gaining a following for in catering orders) and lunch plates, the specials board is usually too enticing to pass up. The specials board changes daily and most visits to the shop mean chatting with the owner about the menu.
6734 San Pedro Avenue, (210) 826-3030
Photo via Instagram (dbramanheartscmccoy)
Fajita Taco Place
Great for breakfast, lunch, or a 2:30 p.m. horchata pick-me-up, Fajita Taco Place offers simple, respectable food.
4503 De Zavala Road, (210) 493-8878
Photo via Instagram (san_antonio_foodjunkie)
Great for breakfast, lunch, or a 2:30 p.m. horchata pick-me-up, Fajita Taco Place offers simple, respectable food.
4503 De Zavala Road, (210) 493-8878
Photo via Instagram (san_antonio_foodjunkie)
French Sandwiches
French Sandwiches offers simple, classic French, well, sandwiches, of course. They do have a curve ball, though — bánh mì!
8448 Fredericksburg Road, (210) 692-7019
Photo via Facebook (Marina Katalina)
French Sandwiches offers simple, classic French, well, sandwiches, of course. They do have a curve ball, though — bánh mì!
8448 Fredericksburg Road, (210) 692-7019
Photo via Facebook (Marina Katalina)
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