San Antonio’s food scene is ever-evolving — and that applies to more than grand openings. Local mainstays are regularly shaking things up with menu revamps, major renovations and even new chefs.
We know it can be overwhelming to keep up with the latest culinary happenings, so we’ve done the legwork for you. You’re welcome.
From buzzy new openings to limited-time menu offerings at local favorites, this bucket list is chock-full of San Antonio spots worth hitting up before the year ends.
Your San Antonio dining bucket list for the rest of 2023
By San Antonio Current Staff on Fri, Sep 8, 2023 at 3:37 pm
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Gimme Gimme
803 S. St. Mary's St., instagram.com/bargimmegimme
Gimme Gimme, along with wine bar A Perfect Day, took over Francis Bogside’s former space in Southtown this summer. Gimme Gimme hit the ground running with a full menu of cocktails and menu items including cheese curds, burgers and frito pie. But the real draw is the Wednesday steak night featuring a Texas ribeye with duck fat waffle fries. Here’s our first look.
803 S. St. Mary's St., instagram.com/bargimmegimme
Gimme Gimme, along with wine bar A Perfect Day, took over Francis Bogside’s former space in Southtown this summer. Gimme Gimme hit the ground running with a full menu of cocktails and menu items including cheese curds, burgers and frito pie. But the real draw is the Wednesday steak night featuring a Texas ribeye with duck fat waffle fries. Here’s our first look.
Nina Rangel
Rosario’s Comidamex & Bar
722 S. St. Mary's St., (210) 223-1806, rosariossa.com
Rosario’s new flagship location is a two-story building featuring a 5,000-square-foot rooftop bar in Southtown, with breathtaking views of the downtown skyline. The ground level dining room features a menu centered around Rosario’s favorites such as shrimp nachos, fish tacos, ceviche, enchilada plates and sizzling parrillas, while the rooftop space — open to those 25 and up — includes a full bar with a specialty cocktail menu.
722 S. St. Mary's St., (210) 223-1806, rosariossa.com
Rosario’s new flagship location is a two-story building featuring a 5,000-square-foot rooftop bar in Southtown, with breathtaking views of the downtown skyline. The ground level dining room features a menu centered around Rosario’s favorites such as shrimp nachos, fish tacos, ceviche, enchilada plates and sizzling parrillas, while the rooftop space — open to those 25 and up — includes a full bar with a specialty cocktail menu.
Allysse Shank-Rivas
Leche de Tigre
318 E. Cevallos St., (210) 265-5933, lechedetigretx.com
This cebicheria serves up Peruvian sashimi plates and cebiche, as well as dishes such as lomo saltado — a Peruvian stir fry with a Chinese influence — and tapas. Make sure to quench your thirst with any one of the spot’s craft cocktails featuring Pisco, Peru’s official tipple. Here’s our review.
318 E. Cevallos St., (210) 265-5933, lechedetigretx.com
This cebicheria serves up Peruvian sashimi plates and cebiche, as well as dishes such as lomo saltado — a Peruvian stir fry with a Chinese influence — and tapas. Make sure to quench your thirst with any one of the spot’s craft cocktails featuring Pisco, Peru’s official tipple. Here’s our review.
Courtesy Photo / Tokyo Cowboy
Tokyo Cowboy
135 E. Commerce St., (210) 305-7075, tokyocowboytx.com
Nestled right across the San Antonio river from the historic Bald Cypress some call “Geronimo,” this chic Japanese street food spot markets itself as a “whisky diner” and features menu items such as Viet-Cajun BBQ prawns and a sukiyaki burger. Come for the trendy eats, stay for the inventive whisky-based cocktails. Here’s our first look.
135 E. Commerce St., (210) 305-7075, tokyocowboytx.com
Nestled right across the San Antonio river from the historic Bald Cypress some call “Geronimo,” this chic Japanese street food spot markets itself as a “whisky diner” and features menu items such as Viet-Cajun BBQ prawns and a sukiyaki burger. Come for the trendy eats, stay for the inventive whisky-based cocktails. Here’s our first look.
Photo via Instagram / gueritos_redtacos
Guerito’s Red Tacos
9218 Potranco Road, (210) 612-2805, gueritosredtacos.com
This summer Guerito’s Red Tacos temporarily closed its food truck in order to add a brick and mortar location to the mix. Guerito’s is known for its Tijuana-style beef birria, which diners can wash down with a refreshing agua fresca.
9218 Potranco Road, (210) 612-2805, gueritosredtacos.com
This summer Guerito’s Red Tacos temporarily closed its food truck in order to add a brick and mortar location to the mix. Guerito’s is known for its Tijuana-style beef birria, which diners can wash down with a refreshing agua fresca.
Nina Rangel
Colette
102 9th St. Floor 4, coletteatthephipps.com
Colette joined Paramour on the Phipps’ rooftop this summer, with a menu featuring dishes that blend French, Japanese, Latin and American techniques and cuisines. The new eatery aims to provide a truly elevated experience, but be aware when making reservations: the Texas sun shines across the rooftop spot.
102 9th St. Floor 4, coletteatthephipps.com
Colette joined Paramour on the Phipps’ rooftop this summer, with a menu featuring dishes that blend French, Japanese, Latin and American techniques and cuisines. The new eatery aims to provide a truly elevated experience, but be aware when making reservations: the Texas sun shines across the rooftop spot.
Courtesy Photo / Francis Bogside
Francis Bogside
1170 E Commerce St. Suite 100, (210) 314-2994, francisbogside.com
It isn’t common to see Irish neighborhood bars in San Antonio, but Francis Bogside’s rustic and chic take on a traditional Irish pub has changed that narrative for downtown. Recently relocated to Commerce Street, Francis Bogside offers upscale pub fare alongside expertly-prepared craft cocktails, wine and beer. Here’s our first look.
1170 E Commerce St. Suite 100, (210) 314-2994, francisbogside.com
It isn’t common to see Irish neighborhood bars in San Antonio, but Francis Bogside’s rustic and chic take on a traditional Irish pub has changed that narrative for downtown. Recently relocated to Commerce Street, Francis Bogside offers upscale pub fare alongside expertly-prepared craft cocktails, wine and beer. Here’s our first look.
Courtesy Photo / Piatti
Piatti
Multiple Locations, piatti.com
Piatti’s Quarry Market location reopened in January after temporary closure with a refreshed look, later followed by the reopening of the restaurant’s outpost in the Eilan development. More recently, Piatti debuted a new weekend brunch, featuring French toast made using Bird Bakery’s Nutella Loaf. Here’s our first look at the Quarry location.
Multiple Locations, piatti.com
Piatti’s Quarry Market location reopened in January after temporary closure with a refreshed look, later followed by the reopening of the restaurant’s outpost in the Eilan development. More recently, Piatti debuted a new weekend brunch, featuring French toast made using Bird Bakery’s Nutella Loaf. Here’s our first look at the Quarry location.
Nina Rangel
Dorrego’s
150 East Houston St., (210) 230-8454, dorregos.com
This year, Hotel Valencia’s onsite restaurant Dorrego’s revived its made-to-order paella lunch special that is worth checking out — even with a $16.95 price tag. Each diner receives a heaping portion of the dish loaded with their choice of proteins and veggies. Here’s our first look.
150 East Houston St., (210) 230-8454, dorregos.com
This year, Hotel Valencia’s onsite restaurant Dorrego’s revived its made-to-order paella lunch special that is worth checking out — even with a $16.95 price tag. Each diner receives a heaping portion of the dish loaded with their choice of proteins and veggies. Here’s our first look.
Photo via Instagram / dossirenosbrewing
Dos Sirenos Brewing
231 E. Cevallos St., (210) 442-8138, dossirenosbrewing.com
Since 2019, Dos Sirenos has produced inventive brews named for Greek gods. The Southtown spot boasts a large patio and a comfortably shaded kid- and dog-friendly outdoor space, and their recently debuted menu, which dropped in July, offers all-new dishes and fresh concepts.
231 E. Cevallos St., (210) 442-8138, dossirenosbrewing.com
Since 2019, Dos Sirenos has produced inventive brews named for Greek gods. The Southtown spot boasts a large patio and a comfortably shaded kid- and dog-friendly outdoor space, and their recently debuted menu, which dropped in July, offers all-new dishes and fresh concepts.
Nina Rangel
:Luna Rosa Puerto Rican Grill y Tapas
901 S. Alamo St., (210)-314-2723, lunarosatapas.com
Luna Rosa Puerto Rican Grill took over the iconic Southtown space that formerly housed Rosario’s Mexican Cafe y Cantina earlier this year. The restaurant serves up classic Puerto Rican cuisine with offerings including ropa vieja, the Cubanito sandwich and a wide range of tapas. Here’s our first look.
901 S. Alamo St., (210)-314-2723, lunarosatapas.com
Luna Rosa Puerto Rican Grill took over the iconic Southtown space that formerly housed Rosario’s Mexican Cafe y Cantina earlier this year. The restaurant serves up classic Puerto Rican cuisine with offerings including ropa vieja, the Cubanito sandwich and a wide range of tapas. Here’s our first look.
Courtesy Photo / Never Late Diner
Never Late Diner
6420 NW Loop 410, Suite 108, (210) 236-9030, instagram.com/neverlatediner
This new spot operates 24/7/365, so San Antonians can get their fill on comfort food whenever the mood strikes. Many menu items boast cheeky, Alamo City-inspired names, such as the Cheesemosa Omelette and the Blanco B.L.T.
6420 NW Loop 410, Suite 108, (210) 236-9030, instagram.com/neverlatediner
This new spot operates 24/7/365, so San Antonians can get their fill on comfort food whenever the mood strikes. Many menu items boast cheeky, Alamo City-inspired names, such as the Cheesemosa Omelette and the Blanco B.L.T.
Nina Rangel
Full Goods Diner
200 E. Grayson St., #120, (210) 819-4226, fullgoodsdiner.com
Full Goods Diner has a refined aesthetic while serving everything a South Texas diner should have: steak and eggs, migas and Texas hash. For those looking to shake things up a bit, Full Goods has it covered with ricotta toast or a carnitas torta. This elegant yet homey experience is a must-try. Here’s our review.
200 E. Grayson St., #120, (210) 819-4226, fullgoodsdiner.com
Full Goods Diner has a refined aesthetic while serving everything a South Texas diner should have: steak and eggs, migas and Texas hash. For those looking to shake things up a bit, Full Goods has it covered with ricotta toast or a carnitas torta. This elegant yet homey experience is a must-try. Here’s our review.
Photo via Instagram / sichuandashi
Dashi Sichuan Kitchen & Bar
2895 Thousand Oaks Dr., (210) 562-3343, sichuandashi.com
This swanky spot is perfect if you're looking to spoil yourself with authentic Asian-inspired cooking. The restaurant recently debuted a late-night menu from 9 p.m. to midnight on Friday and Monday nights, with offerings including grilled-meat skewers, dumplings, spring rolls and garlic pork belly rolls as well as a family-style barbecue option.
2895 Thousand Oaks Dr., (210) 562-3343, sichuandashi.com
This swanky spot is perfect if you're looking to spoil yourself with authentic Asian-inspired cooking. The restaurant recently debuted a late-night menu from 9 p.m. to midnight on Friday and Monday nights, with offerings including grilled-meat skewers, dumplings, spring rolls and garlic pork belly rolls as well as a family-style barbecue option.
Ron Bechtol
El Pastor Es Mi Señor
8727 Wurzbach Road, Suite 102, (210) 479-3474, elpastoresmisenor.com
El Pastor Es Mi Señor is worthy of its recent inclusion on Netflix’s Taco Chronicles. The show featured the restaurant’s signature al pastor taco, and for good reason — they’re spectacularly good. Here’s our review.
8727 Wurzbach Road, Suite 102, (210) 479-3474, elpastoresmisenor.com
El Pastor Es Mi Señor is worthy of its recent inclusion on Netflix’s Taco Chronicles. The show featured the restaurant’s signature al pastor taco, and for good reason — they’re spectacularly good. Here’s our review.
Photo via Instagram / europeandumplings
European Dumplings Cafe
2211 N.W. Military Highway #131B, (726) 219-2483, europeandumplings.com
European Dumplings Cafe started as a local favorite food truck on Potranco Road, but has now moved into a storefront at a shopping complex in Castle Hills. Enjoy the same delicious Ukranian food in their all-new dining space.
2211 N.W. Military Highway #131B, (726) 219-2483, europeandumplings.com
European Dumplings Cafe started as a local favorite food truck on Potranco Road, but has now moved into a storefront at a shopping complex in Castle Hills. Enjoy the same delicious Ukranian food in their all-new dining space.
Photo via Instagram / beaconhillmarketanddeli
Beacon Hill Deli
1717 Blanco Road, (210) 999-5239, facebook.com/profile.php?id=100086878963700
The duo that brought us SA Bexar Tonics and Philly-style sandwich pop-up Dang!wich is now serving up flavorful deli fare from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Thursday through Sunday.
1717 Blanco Road, (210) 999-5239, facebook.com/profile.php?id=100086878963700
The duo that brought us SA Bexar Tonics and Philly-style sandwich pop-up Dang!wich is now serving up flavorful deli fare from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Thursday through Sunday.
Photo via Instagram / putadelafruta
Mxicanna Cafe
527 El. Paso St., (210) 888-1310, mxicanna.com
San Antonio cannabis-focused chef Edward Villarreal’s long-awaited Mxicanna Cafe is now serving its hemp-infused fare to the masses, just south of downtown San Antonio.
527 El. Paso St., (210) 888-1310, mxicanna.com
San Antonio cannabis-focused chef Edward Villarreal’s long-awaited Mxicanna Cafe is now serving its hemp-infused fare to the masses, just south of downtown San Antonio.
Courtesy Photo / Southerleigh Haute South
Southerleigh Haute South
5822 Worth Parkway, Suite 112, (210) 236-8556, southerleigh.com/location/southerleigh-haute-south
Southerleigh Haute South is enjoyable no matter the size of your party, but the restaurant’s recently introduced family meal deal may be attractive to parents looking for a place to take the whole clan. For $44.44, you get a whole fried chicken, four fried honey butter biscuits, a large salad, a large macaroni and cheese and a large coleslaw. It's available for both dine-in and takeaway on Mondays and Tuesdays from 11 a.m.-9 p.m.
5822 Worth Parkway, Suite 112, (210) 236-8556, southerleigh.com/location/southerleigh-haute-south
Southerleigh Haute South is enjoyable no matter the size of your party, but the restaurant’s recently introduced family meal deal may be attractive to parents looking for a place to take the whole clan. For $44.44, you get a whole fried chicken, four fried honey butter biscuits, a large salad, a large macaroni and cheese and a large coleslaw. It's available for both dine-in and takeaway on Mondays and Tuesdays from 11 a.m.-9 p.m.
Photo via Instagram / casahernan_southtown
Casa Hernan
411 E. Cevallos St., (210) 226-3670, chefjohnnyhernandez.com/casa-hernan
Chef Johnny Hernandez’s new concept in Southtown offers botanas, cocktails and tequila in a space featuring Mexican art, blown-glass light fixtures and bold color schemes.
411 E. Cevallos St., (210) 226-3670, chefjohnnyhernandez.com/casa-hernan
Chef Johnny Hernandez’s new concept in Southtown offers botanas, cocktails and tequila in a space featuring Mexican art, blown-glass light fixtures and bold color schemes.
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