“ The Historic Pearl Brewery complex was once an actual brewery that produced Pearl beer and was deserted until it was purchased and brought back to life. It is has become a beautiful and unique outdoor piece of property that offers fantastic restaurants, bars, shopping, cafes, live entertainment, farmers market on the weekends (Saturday 9am-1pm Sundays 10am-2pm rain or shine) and events for any occasion.

Downtown gems where locals go. No tourist traps here! The Heart of San Antonio. You’ll find independently owned restaurants, cocktail and craft beer spots.

Near downtown “Southtown“ is in the middle of a beautiful historic neighborhood known as King Williams. You’ll find independently owned restaurants, cocktail and craft beer spots.

BRUNCH

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Acenar
Downtown

"Modern Tex-Mex”

This contemporary, multi-level restaurant is serving up an exciting and creative modern take on Tex-Mex. While enjoying your time here you will have a beautiful view of the San Antonio River Walk in a laid back atmosphere. Upstairs, go ahead and kick back at Acenar’s lounge called the Atomic Bar and sip on Latin-style cocktails, signature margaritas, and premium tequilas. There’s also a separate small plate menu to enjoy.

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Curbside & Delivery Options

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Rosella At The Rand
Downtown

Sunday’s!

"Egg Benedict, brunch burger, pancakes, bloody Mary’s, Irish coffee & more...“


With other locations, this one is located downtown at the Rand. Here their mission is to provide you with a gathering place for friends, family, or business associates to hold meetings and relax in a casual environment that is part high-tech coffee house and part lounge. Rosella At The Rand provides breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner with a full bar.

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Ocho
Downtown

“Latin cuisine”

Located in the beautiful and historic Havana Hotel, Ocho is serving Latin influenced dishes that pull from Mexican, Texan, and Cuban roots.

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Paramour
Downtown

“Unique and creative cocktails”

Roof top bar with a unique and seductive look, that gives you an amazing city view. Here you’ll find that they took creative cocktails to another level and offer equally matched amazing food.

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Ostra
Downtown

"Fresh seafood with an award winning wine selection”

Upscale seafood destination in the Mokara Hotel with a raw bar plus an excellent wine selection and beautiful Riverwalk views


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Chas Market & Kitchen
Downtown

“ Korean Family restaurant making neighborhood approved Mexican breakfast and handmade tortillas “

KOREAN BBQ-MEXICAN-AMERICAN

“Don’t judge a book by the cover”

Opened as a corner market store in 1936 by Charles DeLeon, then after 50 yrs sold it to Mr. & Mrs. Kim. Who since then have added authentic Korean bbq, homemade Mex, and American food all under one roof! Breakfast tacos with in-house made tortillas, in-house made Barbacoa Sat & Sun, in-house made menudo & American sandwich’s with in-house made bread! They have stainless steel picnic tables with built in grills to grill some of their Korean bbq at your table! This is one of those hidden neighborhood family owned gems that have super friendly staff and the owners Mr. & Mrs. Kim will come up to your table to say hi and ask how are you doing!

Mexican food:open-1:30pm

American food:open-1:30m

Korean bbq: All day

BYOB-No setups charge!

Open 7 days a week!

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Burleson Yard Beer Garden
Downtown

“Food truck comfort food”

A very relaxing, family friendly beer garden with indoor/outdoor seating and has a kids playground area to enjoy. They have an excellent beer selection, gourmet food trucks, and a full bar with creative cocktails. For sports nights, Burleson has plenty of tv’s, an outdoor area with multiple ping pong tables, and live music on selected nights.

Pet Friendly

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Free Tail Brewing Co.
Downtown

A family owned brewery headed by San Antonio native Scott Metzger, they have two locations for you to visit. The one that is located minutes from the downtown area is the “TASTING ROOM” at 2000 S. Presa St. 78210

Check out their events calendar for fun nights like stand up comedy, yoga, trivia, and much more, as you enjoy FREETAIL craft beer!

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Bier Garten Riverwalk
Downtown

Located minutes off the Riverwalk, this open air German beer garden offers fantastic selections of not only German brews but also Bavarian fare. Combining sing-alongs with staff members dressed in German costumes will make an enjoyable experience.

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Bentley’s Beer Garden
Downtown

What once was a former old-school icehouse has been transformed into a spacious outdoor beer garden serving not only a full bar but also delicious barbecue.


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Roadmap Brewery Co.
Downtown

What started out in a garage has now blossom into a true family owned brewery business. Roadmap is designed to provide a fun filled family experience by entertaining you with games, activities for all ages, dog friendly, and a food truck which their menu is found on their website. Also you can still bring your own food as well.


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Back Unturned Brewery Co.
Downtown

From learning how to brew his own craft beer in his kitchen, has now grown into Back Unturned Brewery. Also enjoy their scratch made food items from salads, wings, to specialty pies that are made with homemade pizza dough. Any place that makes their own mozzarella is legit in my book!

There are also options for vegetarian and vegans as well as carry out.


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Cellar Mixology
Downtown

AKA “SubRosa” Underground speakeasy that has two entry ways! You can enter by going into a restaurant called Toro and finding a white wall with a red phone and by pushing the phone you will reveal a hidden passageway or you can just enter by their street entrance, but the secret door is more fun. Creating revolutionary cocktails made with cellar mixology and a little liquid nitrogen, you’ll enjoy amazing, unique cocktails in an underground, dark, cozy atmosphere that surrounds you with soft red lighting.

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Esquire Tavern
Downtown

“Homemade elevated bar food and creative cocktails”

Established in 1933, Esquire was opened to celebrate the end of Prohibition. Esquire is a local favorite and is now a laid back, quintessential bar/restaurant with creative food, cold beer, and fantastic unique cocktails on the River Walk.

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Havana Bar
Downtown

A basement bar under a castle like hotel called, Hotel Havana, has a very relaxed atmosphere with comfortable vintage leather sofas and chairs, that surrounds you with red candle light as you enjoy classic cocktails.

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Paramour
Downtown

“Unique and creative cocktails”

Roof top bar with a unique and seductive look, that gives you an amazing city view. Here you’ll find that they took creative cocktails to another level and offer equally matched amazing food.

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Rosella At The Rand
Downtown

With other locations, this one is located downtown at the Rand. Here their mission is to provide you with a gathering place for friends, family, or business associates to hold meetings and relax in a casual environment that is part high-tech coffee house and part lounge. Rosella At The Rand provides breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner with a full bar.

EATERIES

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Acenar
Downtown

"Modern Tex-Mex”

This contemporary, multi-level restaurant is serving up an exciting and creative modern take on Tex-Mex. While enjoying your time here you will have a beautiful view of the San Antonio River Walk in a laid back atmosphere. Upstairs, go ahead and kick back at Acenar’s lounge called the Atomic Bar and sip on Latin-style cocktails, signature margaritas, and premium tequilas. There’s also a separate small plate menu to enjoy.

H.H.

Curbside & Delivery Options

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Alamo BBQ Company
Downtown

“Classic Tx Pit BBQ”

“When it’s gone, it’s gone, so come early!” You do not want to miss out on this classic Texas Pit BBQ, Q’n up a few items like peach glazed baby back ribs, classic smoked Creekstone brisket, and sausage. The bar menu features Texas beers, handcrafted cocktails, plus wine. Since family time is important here, there is live music on the weekends, a large outdoor playground, and of course classic Texas BBQ.

H.H.

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Biga on the Banks
Downtown

“Relaxed elegance & fine dining New American cuisine”

A fine dining establishment with an innovative approach to New American cuisine, while providing an elegant and comfortable experience. Biga has been noticed by ZAGAT, Texas Monthly, and continues to be highly recommended by locals.


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Bohanans
Downtown

“Steakhouse/fresh seafood”

A classic steakhouse serving tender prime beef, Akaushi beef, prime aged corn-fed beef and even fresh seafood that is flown in on a regular basis. Bohanan’s also has, The Bar at Bohanan’s, with an evening of live music, cocktails, and is located on the first floor. All this is in a historic building with an old school vibe.


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Boudro’s
Downtown

“Texas bistro, Steak & Seafood”

Boudro’s has been open on the River Walk since 1986, serving delicious steak and seafood options with an enticing wine selection. Do not forget to try their table side guacamole!

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Esquire Tavern
Downtown

“Homemade elevated bar food and creative cocktails”

Established in 1933, Esquire was opened to celebrate the end of Prohibition. Esquire is a local favorite and is now a laid back, quintessential bar/restaurant with creative food, cold beer, and fantastic unique cocktails on the River Walk.

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Guilermo’s
Downtown

“Everything made in house Italian meals, sandwiches, pizzas and more!”

In this historic and casual house, which actually makes you feel at home, you’ll find an Italian menu with gourmet sandwiches, wraps, specialty pastas, steaks, pizzas & burgers. Check out their outdoor area with TV’s for sports nights and live music on selected nights.

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Curbside & Delivery Options

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Mings Noodle Bar
Downtown

“Authentic East Asian noodle dishes”

Okay, so Ming’s Noodle Bar isn’t exactly in the downtown area, but it’s only 12 minutes just outside of it. Trust me – as a foodie, Ming’s is worth the drive! Ming Qian is bringing her Beijing upbringing to San Antonio, by opening up her restaurant and giving us her creative East Asian noodle dishes. Also, if you are at the Pearl’s Farmers Market, which is at The Pearl Brewery, every Saturday 9 a.m.-1 p.m. & Sunday 10 a.m.-2 p.m., you can find “Ming’s Thing” serving up read

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Ocho
Downtown

“Latin cuisine”

Located in the beautiful and historic Havana Hotel, Ocho is serving Latin influenced dishes that pull from Mexican, Texan, and Cuban roots.

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Rebelle
Downtown

“Overnight shipped coastal prime seafood with locally sourced farm-fresh produce”

Rebelle’s menu has shareable or personal dinner options. Fresh coastal seafood is shipped overnight and paired with fresh farm produce from Texas agricultural locales. Located in the historic St. Anthony Hotel, there is free valet parking for diners.

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Sanchos Cantina
Downtown

“Scratch made Mexican street food”

At this local spot, indulge in their made from scratch Mexican street food and their full bar that includes Mexican cervezas and 100% Agave tequilas with live music.

Pet Friendly
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Live Music / DJ's on certain nights

Curbside


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Smoke Shack BBQ
Downtown

“Featured on Diners Drive-Ins & Dives”

This husband and wife team are kicking out delicious BBQ with a little fun! As a chef that followed his passion for BBQ, he and his wife started out with a food truck, then opened their own restaurant serving dishes like mac & cheese w/chopped brisket, fried chicken, brisket grilled cheese, and more!


BBQ + Southern Kitchen

Curbside

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The Cherrity Bar
Downtown

“Where Charities Hit The Jackpot.”

Tapas, noodle dishes, Ramen, and main dishes are all made from scratch in-house and are authentic Asian cuisines. With a full bar menu that includes local brews, traditional and signature cocktails plus non-alcoholic drink options as well. All while enjoying your experience on their beautiful spacious outdoor or indoor area. Upon receiving your credit card receipt there’s a section where you can donate any dollar amount of your choosing and at the end of the month Cherrity Bar distributes all donations to nonprofit organizations each month!

On the weekends they will have DJ’s playing old school music!

Look out for their yoga night too!

Family Friendly

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The Palm
Downtown

“Variety of choices from seafood, steaks, chops & burgers ( you can make into a bison burger) and more”

Since 2000, The Palm has continued to keep it’s relaxing atmosphere while serving steak & seafood options with a great wine & cocktail selection.

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Zinc Bistro
Downtown

This elegant European style restaurant has a little Texas twist to its menu. They hold 4,000+ wine bottles from around the world and serve classic to creative cocktails. Zinc offers a relaxed, intimate atmosphere and a menu that provides shareable plates to individual gourmet meals.

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Paramour
Downtown

“Unique and creative cocktails”

Roof top bar with a unique and seductive look, that gives you an amazing city view. Here you’ll find that they took creative cocktails to another level and offer equally matched amazing food.

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Rosella At The Rand
Downtown

With other locations, this one is located downtown at the Rand. Here their mission is to provide you with a gathering place for friends, family, or business associates to hold meetings and relax in a casual environment that is part high-tech coffee house and part lounge. Rosella At The Rand provides breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner with a full bar.

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Burleson Yard Beer Garden
Downtown

“Food truck comfort food”

A very relaxing, family friendly beer garden with indoor/outdoor seating and has a kids playground area to enjoy. They have an excellent beer selection, gourmet food trucks, and a full bar with creative cocktails. For sports nights, Burleson has plenty of tv’s, an outdoor area with multiple ping pong tables, and live music on selected nights.

Pet Friendly

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Free Tail Brewing Co.
Downtown

A family owned brewery headed by San Antonio native Scott Metzger, they have two locations for you to visit. The one that is located minutes from the downtown area is the “TASTING ROOM” at 2000 S. Presa St. 78210

Check out their events calendar for fun nights like stand up comedy, yoga, trivia, and much more, as you enjoy FREETAIL craft beer!

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Ostra
Downtown

"Fresh seafood with an award winning wine selection”

Upscale seafood destination in the Mokara Hotel with a raw bar plus an excellent wine selection and beautiful Riverwalk views


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Tucker’s Kozy Korner
Downtown

“Old school DJ’s, amazing, creative scratch made bar food! A true neighborhood hangout with a very friendly staff! I love me some Tucker’s!”

Since 1948 Tucker’s has been a local favorite dive/hangout! Serving scratch made bar food and constantly playing old school music! They have DJ’s playing funky music from the 60’s 70’s 80’s & 90’s! Once here, you will feel like part of their family with plenty of outdoor seating as well.


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Chas Market & Kitchen
Downtown

KOREAN BBQ-MEXICAN-AMERICAN

“Don’t judge a book by the cover”

Opened as a corner market store in 1936 by Charles DeLeon, then after 50 yrs sold it to Mr. & Mrs. Kim. Who since then have added authentic Korean bbq, homemade Mex, and American food all under one roof! Breakfast tacos with in-house made tortillas, in-house made Barbacoa Sat & Sun, in-house made menudo & American sandwich’s with in-house made bread! They have stainless steel picnic tables with built in grills to grill some of their Korean bbq at your table! This is one of those hidden neighborhood family owned gems that have super friendly staff and the owners Mr. & Mrs. Kim will come up to your table to say hi and ask how are you doing!

Mexican food:open-1:30pm

American food:open-1:30m

Korean bbq: All day

BYOB-No setups charge!

Open 7 days a week!