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San Antonio,
TX
78205
210-222-2362 | | | | | Description: RIVER WALK. Ácenar's sophisticated version of Mexican cuisine has been luring folks in for quite a few years now. Contemporary twists on the same-old, same-old are dished up in a bright, bold interior. Sip a tuna margarita (no fish involved) as you decide between a poblano pepper stuffed with turkey and pork or chipotle-buttered shrimp with roasted cream corn hash. Dessert offers the same originality, and cinnamon-infused Mexican chocolate mousse with bananas is a sure bet. Take time between bites to appreciate the unusual architecture and lovely patio.
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| 100 Hoefgen Ave
San Antonio,
TX
78205
210-222-0561 | | | | | Description: DOWNTOWN. What's not to like about a Mexican restaurant that serves tasty margaritas and also teaches you how to make them? That's right, cooking classes are available at Aldaco's, but you should really stop by for dinner and sample the goods first. Along with flautas and grilled chicken, check out the Enchiladas Divorciadas according to the menu, they're "separated by irreconcilable rice." Still hungry? Don't worry; fajitas are available by the pound. An MPO (that's the acclaimed Margarita Pour Off Queen) nicely washes everything down.
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| 2559 Jackson Keller Rd
San Antonio,
TX
78230
210-344-1248 | | | | | Description: NORTHWEST. Dependable food and reliable service are Ernesto's mainstays and two of the main reasons that locals keep coming back. Behind the modest, strip-mall exterior, items like crab and shrimp crepes are favorites. A casual yet romantic atmosphere makes Ernesto's a popular choice for anniversaries and birthdays, and Ernesto himself might even offer a few recommendations.
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| 2427 Vance Jackson Rd
San Antonio,
TX
78213
210-340-1337 | | | | | Description: SAN ANTONIO. Gather at La Fogata (translation: "bonfire") for a classy Mexican meal. Inside, amble through the hacienda-style interior to the pleasant patio, complete with fountains and quarried-stone columns. Oh, and the food is good, too! Several local and national awards have been bestowed on the cuisine. Start with aguacate relleno (an avocado stuffed with shrimp and crab meat), and then dig in to the caren adobada plate (pork marinated in bay leaves, red pepper, and cinnamon). Make sure to pick up a supply of fresh roasted salsa on your way out.
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| La Margarita Restaurant & Oyster Bar120 Produce Row
San Antonio,
TX
78207
210-227-7140 | | | | | Description: DOWNTOWN. This restaurant's moniker leaves little doubt about what to imbibe, but how about the food? Old standards like sizzling fajitas, queso flameado, and fried oysters are all here; if you just can't decide, generous combination plates are available. Touches like strolling mariachi bands in the dining area and vibrantly hued umbrellas on the patio create a relaxing atmosphere in which to relish your food. Bring the whole family there are special menus for kids.
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| 4223 Blanco Rd
San Antonio,
TX
78212
210-732-6017 | | | | | Description: SAN ANTONIO. A hint of South America puts a fresh twist on Mexican fare at Los Barrios. Enjoy a change from the same old chips and salsa; here, they're gussied up with Argentinean chimichurri, a garlic and parsley sauce. Experience enchiladas poblanos or empanadas, both served with flavorful dips. Wrought-iron gates, fountains, and adobe-and-tile decor impress with understated elegance, but live music on weekends really gets the fiesta going.
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| 111 S Leona Ave
San Antonio,
TX
78207
210-225-6060 | | | | | Description: DOWNTOWN. A pink, green, and blue neon sign and a location just off the El Mercado tourist area ensure that Pico de Gallo gets its fair share of out-of-towners, but a steady stream of locals don't seem to mind. They're probably too busy enjoying sour cream chicken enchiladas or pork tips in red chile sauce to notice. Go at dinner to catch the acclaimed group Mariachi Internacional as they roam about, and then consider sleeping in your car so you can be first in line for tacos de huevos the next morning!
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| 910 S Alamo St
San Antonio,
TX
78205
210-223-1806 | | | | | Description: 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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| Tomatillo's Cafe y Cantina3210 Broadway St
San Antonio,
TX
78209
210-824-3005 | | | | | Description: ALAMO HEIGHTS. A perfect pick-me-up for the lunch crowd, this festive restaurant has received accolades for food and drink alike. Two bright rooms accommodate diners in cozy booths, and bar seating is also available. Crunchy, cheesy chicken quesadillas, enchiladas stuffed with fresh spinach, grilled Gulf shrimp skewered with veggies, and heaping helpings of bean-and-cheese nachos are all great midday options. If a celebration is in order, sample refreshing sangria or award-winning margaritas.
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| 223 Losoya St
San Antonio,
TX
78205
210-227-0864 | | | | | Description: RIVER WALK. As the name indicates, Zuni's cuisine is essentially Mexican with a heaping helping of Southwestern flavors and ideas. Secure a seat on the patio and river-watch as you start with a crab-stuffed pepper dressed with Absolut-laced salsa. Keep your buzz going with pan-fried crab cakes with tequila-pear sauce, and then cap your dinner with Key lime tres leche cake, a citrus twist on a traditional dessert. Breakfast choices are equally inviting: cinnamon buttermilk pancakes or veggie and egg tacos will help you rise and shine. On weekends, a breakfast buffet makes for delicious dining.
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