10 Best San Antonio Restaurants Will Surprise and Delight with their Delectable Diversity!

Kimberly Suta

By , Local Expert, San Antonio
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San Antonio may still seem like a small town in some respects – it’s very family-oriented and often slow-paced, but it is, in fact, the 7th largest city in the country. San Antonio is often lauded for its Tex-Mex and although it’s true that you’ll find some of the best Mexican food here this side of the border, you’ll also find a surprising variety of other cuisine, from Asian to French, Latin fusion to Italian, and yes, Tex-Mex, but Vegan Tex-Mex. Have you ever heard of such a thing? Well, then you haven’t been to San Antonio.

Whether you’re a local or visiting from afar, you will not want to miss...  Read more »
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    Piranha Killer Sushi Restaurant

    Local Expert Tip: "The sushi is so fresh and delicate, you'll want to start with the Crudo of Hamachi, Tuna and Escolar. If you're in the mood for something off the beaten path for dinner, try the Grilled Salmon with Mussels in a Saffron Cream Sauce. It's to-die-for! "

     
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    Azuca Nuevo Latino Restaurant & Bar

    Local Expert Tip: "Chef Rene is known for his scrumptious sauces and desserts, so be sure to try some!"

     
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    Restaurant Gwendolyn

    Local Expert Tip: "Make sure to ask about their off-menu house-made charcuterie and cheese plate!"

     
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    Ernesto's

    Local Expert Tip: "Feel free to ask Ernesto questions anything you like about the food or history of the restaurant. He is a big part of why it's worth a visit to Ernesto's!"

     
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    Yaya's Thai Restaurant

    • Cuisine: Asian, Thai
    • Average Main Course Price: $14
    • Neighborhood: Monte Vista

    Local Expert Tip: "You may think you don't have room for dessert, but once you taste Yaya's scrumptious pound-cake-coated, deep-fried ice-cream, you won't care anymore! "

     
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    La Frite Belgian Bistro

    Local Expert Tip: "Be sure to sit outside with your glass of wine, just like they do in Paris, so you can take in the sights and sounds of this funky little neighborhood! "

     
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    Big'z Burger Joint

    • Cuisine: American, Burger
    • Average Main Course Price: $8
    • Neighborhood: Airport

    Local Expert Tip: "Make sure to order your burger with their signature beer-braised onions!"

     
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    Vegeria Vegan Restaurant

    Local Expert Tip: "The nachos, with their fresh, crisp veggies, are the perfect starter or meal. "

     
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    Il Sogno

    Local Expert Tip: "Make sure to give yourself time to walk around the shops at the Pearl Brewery before or after you're meal, which is located along the new extension of the Riverwalk. Makes for a romantic after-dinner stroll!"

     
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    Twin Sisters Bakery + Cafe

    Local Expert Tip: "Go for breakfast! You'll love the stone-ground whole wheat French Toast. Yum! The trick is they make it with orange juice. "