With a name like Pancake Joe’s, it’s hard to imagine this popular San Antonio breakfast spot being anything but friendly. The next time you’re planning a breakfast outing, stop on in for classic American breakfasts piled high with stacks of the restaurant’s signature pancakes, as well as never-ending cups of coffee and never-ending conversation with friends and family.

Pancake Joe’s specializes in fun pancake creations like the Pineapple Upside-Down Pancakes, but they also offer Banana-Pecan Pancakes, classic blueberry pancakes and many others. If you’re in the mood for something more savory, you can also create your own omelet or indulge in a hearty egg platter with sides of crispy bacon and hash browns. The atmosphere at Pancake Joe’s is that of a greasy spoon-style diner, complete with the retro signage and bright red booths. If you’re in the mood for a breakfast that’s filling and affordable, this is the place to go!

Pancake Joe’s
1011 Donaldson Ave
San Antonio, TX 78228
(210) 785-9007
www.yelp.com/biz/pancake-joes-san-antonio-2

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Books can add a pop of color, add a lot of character, and are a really simple way to improve any room. There are so many different ways to use them for decoration and another plus, they will never go out of style. You most likely have them lying around in your home, so follow these tips to find out how to use them!

• Look for books with appealing covers. The colors can warm up your space while also adding a pop of color.
• Pile up two or three books with different patterns on your coffee table.
• Use a stack of books to add height to your tables or mantels.
• Use books that are meaningful to you and your family. This will really make your space special and personal.
• Cut out a rectangle section in a large book and use it as a pot for plants or flowers.
• Use a stack of large, sturdy books to create a small side table or nightstand.
• Invest in a tall, wide bookshelf to create an accent wall with your collection of books.
• Cut your books into block letters to use as monograms to place on your shelf or dresser.

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The San Antonio Zoo is home to more than 9,000 animals and 750-plus species. Locals say it’s a good way to spend a day out with the whole family. Admission to the San Antonio Zoo is reasonably priced, though some locals recommend getting there soon after it opens. The zoo can get crowded fast, especially in the summer when the kids are out of school. Visitors generally like The San Antonio Zoo’s park-like ambiance, and find that the animals remain fairly active even on hot days.

Highlights of the San Antonio Zoo include the Hixon Bird House, where visitors can escape the heat and mingle with free-flying birds. Kids can enjoy petting the animals at the Goats & Pigs Fun Farm. Strollers, wheelchairs and electric scooters are available for rent to those patrons who need them. The San Antonio Zoo is open seven days a week from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

San Antonio Zoo
3903 N. Saint Mary’s Street
San Antonio, TX 78212
(210) 734-7184
www.sazoo.org
www.yelp.com/biz/san-antonio-zoo-san-antonio

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