Coffee shop · Alta Vista
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No Wi‑Fi, no to‑go cups — just meditative, by-the-cup coffee and tea served on ceramics with vinyl spinning. Spotlighted by Daily Coffee News and cited by local critics as a top new concept for intentional, dialed-in brews.
Restaurant · North River District
Western art, gorgeous restrooms, great sound, and live US talent
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Historical landmark · La Villita District
Monumental abstract sculpture symbolizing US-Mexico friendship, 65ft tall
Tex-Mex, pastries, cocktails, and standout Texas-style brunch
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Pizza restaurant · Downtown
Classic & creative pizzas, wings, cocktails, lively modern setting
Bar · Beckmann
Craft cocktails, raw bar, hot dogs, oysters, chicken, donuts
Caribbean restaurant · North San Antonio Hills
Jerk chicken, patties, curries, veggie options, meat by the pound
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Tex-Mex restaurant · West Side
Home of the original puffy taco; a San Antonio drive-in staple
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Mexican restaurant · South of Southtown
Lively Mexican chain serving classic & creative dishes, cocktails
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Coffee shop · North Loop
Locally roasted coffee, espresso drinks, pastries, outdoor seating
Historical place · Bergs Mill
UNESCO World Heritage Site with 4 historic Spanish missions