Chinese restaurant · Robards
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A sleeper hit for regional Chinese cooking that recently added daily dim sum service. Covered by MySA in 2025 for expanding San Antonio’s dim sum options without cart service.
Cafe · La Villita District
Local art lines walls; craft beer, great coffee, brisket tacos
2 Postcards
Tex-Mex restaurant · SoSo
Tex-Mex cafe with creative, hearty tacos and friendly family service
3 Postcards
Japanese restaurant · University District
Ramen, wings, and charred edamame with a mission
1 Postcard
Cocktail bar · Houston Street District
Creative cocktails, small plates, live music, and dancing.
Restaurant · South of Southtown
Market-fresh, health-conscious lunches with vegan & paleo options
5 Postcards
Hotel · North River District
Historic brewhouse hotel with chic decor, rooftop pool, and library
22 Postcards
Restaurant · North River District
Mediterranean grill house with wood-fired pita and mangal dishes
11 Postcards
Taco restaurant · Tobin Hills
Globally inspired, inventive tacos with fresh ingredients, great vibe
Restaurant · Lavaca
Southern soul food with live jazz, brunch buffet, and oxtails.
4 Postcards
Art center · Southtown
Contemporary art, live music, brewery, and River Walk access