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The 25 most popular San Antonio restaurants right now, according to Yelp

By on Fri, May 10, 2024 at 1:04 pm

The San Antonio food scene has racked up plenty of accolades, including becoming only the second U.S. city to be named a UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy.

We can also look to Yelpers’ notorious assessments of eating establishments to see the enthusiasm Alamo City diners have for our homegrown restaurants. The highly detailed reviews makes it clear that some people have way too much time on their hands, but they have highlighted which local eateries inspire folks to give their unvarnished assessments.

Here are Yelp's 25 of the most-reviewed San Antonio restaurants.

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25. Pancake Joe’s 1011 Donaldson Ave. "I came here to meet friends and demolish a plate of delicious waffles and eggs. Missions accomplished. I ordered a coconut waffle and over easy eggs. Perfectly cooked and the coconut wasn't overwhelmingly sweet. Everyone else I came with said their food was good as well. It seems like you can't go wrong on the food here. I'll definitely be back another time I'm in San Antonio.” — Ari R.
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25. Pancake Joe’s


1011 Donaldson Ave.
"I came here to meet friends and demolish a plate of delicious waffles and eggs. Missions accomplished. I ordered a coconut waffle and over easy eggs. Perfectly cooked and the coconut wasn't overwhelmingly sweet. Everyone else I came with said their food was good as well. It seems like you can't go wrong on the food here. I'll definitely be back another time I'm in San Antonio.” — Ari R.
24. La Panaderia Bakery & Café 8305 Broadway “Delicioso!!! If you have not found this Bakery Cafe in San Antonio, I suggest you look it up this minute! Servers were friendly and efficient. Cafe was clean to the wandering eye. We bought several pastries and coffee. We recommend them all. I would love to come back to try more!” — Belynda H.
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24. La Panaderia Bakery & Café


8305 Broadway
“Delicioso!!! If you have not found this Bakery Cafe in San Antonio, I suggest you look it up this minute! Servers were friendly and efficient. Cafe was clean to the wandering eye. We bought several pastries and coffee. We recommend them all. I would love to come back to try more!” — Belynda H.
23. Acenar Mexican Restaurant 146 E. Houston St. “Great service and friendly, hostess and bartender. Very welcoming. Tables on the patio with a view of the river are very nice, but beware of the birds.” — John J.
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23. Acenar Mexican Restaurant


146 E. Houston St.
“Great service and friendly, hostess and bartender. Very welcoming. Tables on the patio with a view of the river are very nice, but beware of the birds.” — John J.
22. Schilo's Delicatessen 424 E. Commerce St. “Wonderfully authentic German food with a great cafe experience and a waitstaff that is unparalleled, this is a ‘don't miss’ on your visit to the city of San Antonio.!” — Pam E.
Photo via Schilo's/Facebook

22. Schilo's Delicatessen


424 E. Commerce St.
“Wonderfully authentic German food with a great cafe experience and a waitstaff that is unparalleled, this is a ‘don't miss’ on your visit to the city of San Antonio.!” — Pam E.
21. The Cove 606 W. Cypress St. “We had such a great time here! The staff were very friendly, welcoming, and helpful. The Cove had been recommended to me countless times so I had to try it out for myself. I enjoyed the picnic tables, being outside on a beautiful breezy evening, just laughing, and singing along to the live music. Overall, the time dined in at the Cove was amazing. The burgers were good.” — Emily A.
Photo by Nina Rangel

21. The Cove


606 W. Cypress St.
“We had such a great time here! The staff were very friendly, welcoming, and helpful. The Cove had been recommended to me countless times so I had to try it out for myself. I enjoyed the picnic tables, being outside on a beautiful breezy evening, just laughing, and singing along to the live music. Overall, the time dined in at the Cove was amazing. The burgers were good.” — Emily A.
20. Rita's on the River 245 E. Commerce St. “Our food and drinks were perfect. The mangonada margarita was outstanding. The cheese enchiladas were also delicious with the right amount of spice. The ambiance is so festive and relaxing as you people watch along the Riverwalk.” — Donna Y.
Photo via Rita's on the River/Google

20. Rita's on the River


245 E. Commerce St.
“Our food and drinks were perfect. The mangonada margarita was outstanding. The cheese enchiladas were also delicious with the right amount of spice. The ambiance is so festive and relaxing as you people watch along the Riverwalk.” — Donna Y.
19. Comfort Cafe 2015 NE Loop 410 at Los Patios “To say Comfort Cafe is goated would be an understatement. Literally everything we had was so good. The service was amazing and just the fact that everything goes back to helping people and their sobriety program makes me want to come back asap. Can't recommend this place enough!” –Colleen W.
Photo by Nina Rangel

19. Comfort Cafe


2015 NE Loop 410 at Los Patios
“To say Comfort Cafe is goated would be an understatement. Literally everything we had was so good. The service was amazing and just the fact that everything goes back to helping people and their sobriety program makes me want to come back asap. Can't recommend this place enough!” –Colleen W.
18. La Gloria 100 E. Grayson St. “This place is AWESOME in many ways! Their service is outstanding! Their food is authentic Mexican cuisine! Everything is delicious! Their ambiance is casual and fun with live music on Fridays and Saturdays! Come check them out for yourself!” — Mari A.
Photo by La Gloria/Facebook

18. La Gloria


100 E. Grayson St.
“This place is AWESOME in many ways! Their service is outstanding! Their food is authentic Mexican cuisine! Everything is delicious! Their ambiance is casual and fun with live music on Fridays and Saturdays! Come check them out for yourself!” — Mari A.
17. The Smoke Shack 3714 Broadway “Wonderful food, price, atmosphere. Exactly what you want in a barbecue spot. Each meal was more than enough, and a very solid value for the cost. I would recommend Smoke Shack to any.” — Adam T.
Photo by Jace Gertz

17. The Smoke Shack


3714 Broadway
“Wonderful food, price, atmosphere. Exactly what you want in a barbecue spot. Each meal was more than enough, and a very solid value for the cost. I would recommend Smoke Shack to any.” — Adam T.
16. Snooze, an A.M. Eatery 255 E Basse Road, Suite 160 “Went for brunch today, cannot tell you how delicious this menu item was! It is now my favorite. Great service, can't wait till my next visit!.” — Jean R.
Courtesy Photo / Snooze, an A.M. Eatery

16. Snooze, an A.M. Eatery


255 E Basse Road, Suite 160
“Went for brunch today, cannot tell you how delicious this menu item was! It is now my favorite. Great service, can't wait till my next visit!.” — Jean R.
15. Southerleigh Fine Food and Brewery 136 E. Grayson St. “My wife and I had a thoroughly enjoyable Sunday brunch here last weekend. We sat outside so we could enjoy the beautiful surroundings of Pearl and watch folks out walking their dogs. The only thing to say about our food items is that they were all wonderful, as was the Bloody Mary we shared. Our server was right there whenever we needed anything.” –Thomas B.
Photo via Instagram / southerleigh_fine_food

15. Southerleigh Fine Food and Brewery


136 E. Grayson St.
“My wife and I had a thoroughly enjoyable Sunday brunch here last weekend. We sat outside so we could enjoy the beautiful surroundings of Pearl and watch folks out walking their dogs. The only thing to say about our food items is that they were all wonderful, as was the Bloody Mary we shared. Our server was right there whenever we needed anything.” –Thomas B.
14. Chama Gaucha 18318 Sonterra Place “Everything is seamless from the start of the reservation to paying for the meal! Service is ALWAYS excellent and unmatched to any steakhouse I've been to so far. Excellent restaurant by far. Highly recommend!” — Nadia C.
Photo by Chama Gaucha/Instagram

14. Chama Gaucha


18318 Sonterra Place
“Everything is seamless from the start of the reservation to paying for the meal! Service is ALWAYS excellent and unmatched to any steakhouse I've been to so far. Excellent restaurant by far. Highly recommend!” — Nadia C.
13. Dough Pizzeria Napoletana 6989 Blanco Road “I want to keep it sweet and to the point... this is the best pizza I've had in awhile! The salad was SO GOOD! I mean, everything was just absolutely delicious. My family and I will be coming back. The service was fantastic, and the atmosphere and decor is to die for. Great for a date night! Outside setting available. Give it a try here, if you don't you'll be missing out.” — Alexis R.
Photo via Instagram / doughpizzeriasa

13. Dough Pizzeria Napoletana


6989 Blanco Road
“I want to keep it sweet and to the point... this is the best pizza I've had in awhile! The salad was SO GOOD! I mean, everything was just absolutely delicious. My family and I will be coming back. The service was fantastic, and the atmosphere and decor is to die for. Great for a date night! Outside setting available. Give it a try here, if you don't you'll be missing out.” — Alexis R.
12. Iron Cactus Mexican Grill and Margarita Bar 200 River Walk, Suite 100 “We had dinner last night at Iron Cactus and it was phenomenal. My husband and I split the shrimp fajitas for two and our friend had the shrimp enchiladas, she said they were terrific too. Highly recommend you check it out if you're in San Antonio. Great atmosphere right on the river!” –Jennifer K.
Photo by Iron Cactus/Facebook

12. Iron Cactus Mexican Grill and Margarita Bar


200 River Walk, Suite 100
“We had dinner last night at Iron Cactus and it was phenomenal. My husband and I split the shrimp fajitas for two and our friend had the shrimp enchiladas, she said they were terrific too. Highly recommend you check it out if you're in San Antonio. Great atmosphere right on the river!” –Jennifer K.
11. Casa Rio 430 E. Commerce St. “This was a pleasant surprise. This adorable family owned restaurant sat directly across the river from our hotel. The colorful umbrellas are eye-catching and add to the atmosphere. The service was exceptional as we had two servers that checked on us constantly. The food was delicious and portions were large. I would say this is a river gem.” — Anna D.
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11. Casa Rio


430 E. Commerce St.
“This was a pleasant surprise. This adorable family owned restaurant sat directly across the river from our hotel. The colorful umbrellas are eye-catching and add to the atmosphere. The service was exceptional as we had two servers that checked on us constantly. The food was delicious and portions were large. I would say this is a river gem.” — Anna D.
10. Gino's Deli Stop N Buy 13210 Huebner Road “Best service when you walk in, they care about how you feel and they care about how you eat. Very clean and fast service. This is the perfect experience and I haven't even bitten in yet, give me 5 minutes, I'll be back. Okay, and we're back... I got the Italian Sandwich and tried the chicken Philly, both sandwiches are amazing and they do not skimp out on any of the ingredients. Everything is cooked to perfection and the ingredients are as fresh as can be, thank you to Gino's! For the wonderful food and wonderful atmosphere.” —Isabella A.
Instagram / ginosdeli

10. Gino's Deli Stop N Buy


13210 Huebner Road
“Best service when you walk in, they care about how you feel and they care about how you eat. Very clean and fast service. This is the perfect experience and I haven't even bitten in yet, give me 5 minutes, I'll be back. Okay, and we're back... I got the Italian Sandwich and tried the chicken Philly, both sandwiches are amazing and they do not skimp out on any of the ingredients. Everything is cooked to perfection and the ingredients are as fresh as can be, thank you to Gino's! For the wonderful food and wonderful atmosphere.” —Isabella A.
9. Whiskey Cake 15900 La Cantera Parkway “Easily one of the best farm-to-kitchen restaurants out there. Whiskey Cake provides a modern farmhouse vibe and an intimate atmosphere which is perfect for enjoying their delicious cocktails and food. This restaurant will keep us coming back with their wonderful culinary offerings and friendly and efficient service.” — Beth H.
Photo via Instagram / whiskeycakesa

9. Whiskey Cake


15900 La Cantera Parkway
“Easily one of the best farm-to-kitchen restaurants out there. Whiskey Cake provides a modern farmhouse vibe and an intimate atmosphere which is perfect for enjoying their delicious cocktails and food. This restaurant will keep us coming back with their wonderful culinary offerings and friendly and efficient service.” — Beth H.
8. La Panaderia Bakery & Café 301 E. Houston St. “Every time I come here I get nervous, my stomach can only handle so much and I want to order everything they have. This is by far the best bakery in Texas, the only way to get something similar is to go to Mexico City, and between you and me I like their bread better.” — Salvador P.
Instagram / lapanaderia

8. La Panaderia Bakery & Café


301 E. Houston St.
“Every time I come here I get nervous, my stomach can only handle so much and I want to order everything they have. This is by far the best bakery in Texas, the only way to get something similar is to go to Mexico City, and between you and me I like their bread better.” — Salvador P.
8. Max & Louie's New York Diner 226 W. Bitters Road, Suite 126 “We love M&Ls for Sunday treat meals after a hike or workout. The staff is awesome ! The restaurant seems to take care of their people and their food is tasty. They also have sangria on-tap…” — Richard W.
Instagram / Max & Louie's

8. Max & Louie's New York Diner


226 W. Bitters Road, Suite 126
“We love M&Ls for Sunday treat meals after a hike or workout. The staff is awesome ! The restaurant seems to take care of their people and their food is tasty. They also have sangria on-tap…” — Richard W.
6. Magnolia Pancake Haus 10333 Huebner Rd “It doesn't have to be said, but the pancakes here are amazing. Consistently amazing. There's nothing else to say. Keep up the good work.” — Rodney A.
Photo via Instagram / magnoliapancakehaus

6. Magnolia Pancake Haus


10333 Huebner Rd
“It doesn't have to be said, but the pancakes here are amazing. Consistently amazing. There's nothing else to say. Keep up the good work.” — Rodney A.
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