The Friendly Spot Ice House

Wood-fired sourdough pizzas and handmade heritage grain pastas headline the menu at this spot in the Pearl District.

Homey strip-mall stalwart dispensing hearty Mexican plates like breakfast tacos.

Quaint B&B offering antiques-filled rooms with private access & free WiFi, plus in-room breakfast. Fronting a tree-lined residential street in the south of Downtown, this elegant Victorian-style B&B is 2 blocks from the San Antonio River, a 15-minute walk from the Tower of the Americas observation deck and less than a mile from The Alamo. The quaint, antiques-filled rooms offer private access from a wraparound porch. All feature free WiFi, TVs and en suite bathrooms, plus minifridges, and tea and coffeemaking facilities. Some add seating areas. Full breakfast is served in-room. Parking is free. A wraparound porch has seating.

Indian soups, tandoori fare & vegetarian dishes in a modestly appointed strip-mall storefront.

Botanical cocktails and comfort food served in a casual restaurant and bar with live music and dancing.

Nursery presenting fruit trees & vines, plus native plants & yard decor in an expansive locale.

Pharm Table is a vibrant, cozy spot serving up fresh, health-focused dishes that are a delight for both vegans and meat lovers, all with impeccable service.

The Torch of Friendship, a striking 65-foot steel sculpture in downtown San Antonio, beautifully embodies the cultural ties between Texas and Mexico.

Rudy’s Seafood is a beloved San Antonio joint dishing out generous portions of fried fish, shrimp, and oysters, all while draped in Spurs memorabilia.

Laid-back lodging offering classic rooms & a seasonal outdoor pool, plus free coffee & Wi-Fi. Off Interstate 37, this informal lodging is a 9-minute walk from the Henry B. González Convention Center, and a 12-minute walk from the lively shops and restaurants of the San Antonio River Walk. The modest, classically furnished rooms come with complimentary Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs. Upgraded rooms add minifridges and microwaves. Kids 17 and under stay free with an adult. Free perks include all-day coffee in the lobby. There's also a seasonal outdoor pool, a business center and a meeting room.