San Antonio, TX
Best Best Value (Restaurants)
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Ciao Lavanderia |
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226 E Olmos Dr, San Antonio 78212 • 210-822-3990
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OLMOS PARK. From its whimsical name (which means "goodbye, laundromat" and alludes to the building's former occupant) to its wallet- and customer-friendly three-tiered menu, Ciao Lavanderia provides an innovative experience. You can, for example, enjoy shrimp saute al limone for $6. Then, gnocchi napolitan beckons from the menu's $12 section, as does penne with pancetta and peas. For $16, you can splurge on mushroom and quail risotto. Owner Damian Watel brings the success he cultivated at Bistro Vatel to this fresh Italian eatery just a few storefronts down. |
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User Rating: 9
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County Line Barbecue |
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10101 I-10 West between Wurzbach and Huebner, San Antonio 78230 • 210-641-1998
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NORTHWEST. If you want to know what "real" Texans eat, make it a point to stop by County Line. Packed with memorabilia and looking like an authentic roadhouse, the place puts everyone at ease. The food is just as unpretentious: smoked brisket, barbecued ribs, sausages, chicken, and sandwiches. Corroborating local opinion are favorable reviews of County Line by publications like The New York Times, Bon Appetit, and Southern Living. Additional perks: live music on Wednesday nights and an all-you-can-eat option for $18.99 per person ($6.99 for kids). |
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User Rating: 7.6666
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El Jarro de Arturo |
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13421 San Pedro Ave, San Antonio 78216 • 210-494-5084
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AIRPORT. They must be doing something right at El Jarro de Arturo – the San Antonio institution has been around for more than thirty years. Sit on the air-conditioned patio while you enjoy specialties like carne asada and roasted corn poblano soup. Thoughtful vegetarian fare is also available, including spinach mushroom quesadillas and portabello mushroom enchiladas. Combination dinners and a range of specialty entrees satisfy too. Finish up with a stiff Mexican coffee. An affordable lunch buffet is a welcome weekday feature. |
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EZ's Brick Oven & Grill |
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6498 N New Braunfels Ave, San Antonio 78209 • 210-828-1111
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ALAMO HEIGHTS. Hungry for top-notch pizza? You've found the right spot at EZ's. They cook their pies in a wood-fired oven for delicious, smoky flavor, and if you sit at the bar, you can even watch yours being made. EZ's is also popular for thick, homemade shakes made with Blue Bell ice cream. Other popular items include roasted rosemary chicken and fresh caesar salads. At EZ's you place your order at the counter and help yourself to drinks, a practice that keeps prices low enough to feed the entire family! Fun and lively. |
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User Rating: 9.75
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Mi Tierra Cafe Y Panaderia |
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218 Produce Row Market Square, San Antonio 78207 • 210-225-1262
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DOWNTOWN. There are many things that might draw you to Mi Tierra, but the fact that it stays open all day, everyday, might just be a big reason. The cafe offers zesty Mexican food for all sorts of appetites, and service is outstanding. Memorable dining is not something you'd necessarily expect from a 24-hour place, but it's a welcome, pleasant surprise. Along with main-course fare, you'll also find an exceptional collection of baked goods. |
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User Rating: 7.75
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Pappadeaux's Seafood Kitchen |
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76 NE Loop 410, San Antonio 78216 • 877-277-2748
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AIRPORT. In a city full of Tex-Mex, Pappadeaux's offers an appealing change of pace. They serve tasty Cajun favorites like traditional etouffee and gumbo, and non-seafood eaters can opt for a savory chicken dish or a steak. Portions are usually enormous, so ask your server if it's advisable to split a dish with someone else in your party. On weeknights,
"boiled shrimp happy hour" is very popular. |
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User Rating: 5
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Pig Stand |
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1508 Broadway St, San Antonio 78215 • 210-222-2794
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BRACKENRIDGE PARK. Sometimes you just need a chicken-fried steak sandwich at 4 in the morning. Thankfully, Pig Stand (which bills itself as the world's first drive-thru) delivers. All the classics are here: burgers, malts, and fried shrimp. Plus, the Pig Sandwich is a simple joy – tender pork barbecue, relish, and sauce. If you want to sit and savor, skip the history-making drive-thru and head for the 1950s-themed interior. A jukebox plays oldies, and there's pig paraphernalia aplenty. And yes, breakfast is served all day. |
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Rosario's |
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910 S Alamo St, San Antonio 78205 • 210-223-1806
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KING WILLIAM DISTRICT. Rosario's is a must for lovers of fine Mexican cuisine. The roasted salsa is sure to transport your taste buds south of the border, and regulars return again and again to load up on ceviche, nachos, chiles rellenos, and enfrijoladas Santa Clara (savory chicken enchiladas topped with cumin-infused chili sauce). Live music is a Friday and Saturday evening standard and goes particularly well with frosty margaritas. |
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User Rating: 9.5
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Schilo's Delicatessen |
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424 E Commerce St, San Antonio 78205-2629 • 210-223-6692
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DOWNTOWN. Once you eat at this deli, you'll understand why the place has been successful for more than 80 years. Traditional German foods rank as the delicious specialty, and the variety of wursts is justifiably famous. Fresh-made soups (try the split pea) are also satisfying, and plenty of deli sandwiches make for great lunching. A tempting dessert menu and homemade root beer also provide good reasons to visit. You may encounter lines during busy hours. |
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User Rating: 10
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Blanco Cafe |
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419 N Saint Marys St, San Antonio 78205 • 210-271-3300
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DOWNTOWN. Hearty, simple Mexican fare that's reasonably priced makes this laid-back dining room a popular choice. |
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