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Chris Madrid’s: Macho Nachos and Mango Margaritas

July 21, 2015 by

Chris Madrid's started out serving tacos and burgers in 1977, but it wasn't long before patrons had picked a favorite: the burgers. Consequently, Chris Madrid's owners removed the tacos from the menu all together. They did leave a few relics of the original Mexico-inspired menu, however, including the Macho Nachos.

The reigning favorite among customers, the Macho Nachos are heaped with house-made refried beans, picadillo, and cheddar cheese. Spicy jalapeno peppers come on the side for spice as needed. You can also order the bean nachos, a similar creation, just sans the picadillo. If you have room left for the main course, try the signature tostada bean burger with the house's refried beans and cheddar cheese piled on top. Wash it all down with a mango margarita, one of the most popular libations available. Wine, beer, and other colorful cocktails are also on tap at Chris Madrid's, so take your pick.

Chris Madrid's
1900 Blanco Road
San Antonio, TX 78212
(210) 735-3552
www.chrismadrids.com
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Thai Hut Restaurant: Spice It Up at This Takeout Favorite

June 16, 2015 by

San Antonio isn’t necessarily known for its Thai cuisine, but you wouldn’t know that by visiting Thai Hut Restaurant. This authentic Thai fare eatery serves all of your favorite noodle dishes, warming curries, and refreshing boba teas, and everything is available at your choice of spice levels depending on how adventurous your palate may be. Popular Thai and Asian-fusion dishes like pad Thai, sesame chicken, and pad see ew are some of the best selling menu options, and there are also a number of different appetizers to share with friends.

If you choose to eat in the restaurant, Thai Hut’s relaxing, stylish dining room and numerous seating options make it a casual spot for lunch or dinner out. Thai Hut also offers delivery and takeout on anything on the menu, which makes it a great dinner option to enjoy while watching your favorite weekly TV shows at home.

Thai Hut Restaurant
2602 N Loop 1604 W
San Antonio, TX 78248
(210) 764-0597
www.thethaihut.com
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Dough Pizzeria: Experience the Flavors of Naples

June 9, 2015 by

San Antonio’s Dough Pizzeria prepares pizzas in the style of those you’ll find in Naples, Italy, and most customers say they are delicious. Many of Dough Pizzeria’s dishes have even been featured on The Food Network!

Start your meal with the mozzarella and burrata bar, Richard’s caprese salad, or the truffle and mascarpone burrata. From the regular menu, try the pork love pizza, the sausage pizza, the fontina pizza, or the Bianca pizza. For a truly authentic dining experience, ask for an egg on top of your pizza. Patrons particularly enjoy the pizza specials, as well.

Dough Pizzeria is open 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays and 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays.

Dough Pizzeria
6989 Bianco Road
San Antonio, TX 78216
(210) 979-6565
www.doughpizzeria.com
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Local Coffee: A San Antonio Cafe

May 26, 2015 by

Local Coffee features fierce dedication to buying and brewing one of the best cups of coffee you'll find near Vista Ridge. That’s their aim, and their fans say they hit their mark.

Spacious seating with plenty of comfy chairs and couches for relaxing, plus table seating and lots of light with big, sunny windows, makes it a great spot to kick back with a coffee or espresso drink while you have a conversation with a friend, read a book, or work on your laptop. If you'd like a bite to eat, they’ve got some yummy pastries like muffins and almond croissants to pair with your java drink. You can even get a bag of beans to brew at home at Vista Ridge or at the office. Local Coffee offers beans from Counter Culture, Madcap Coffee Company, Verve, and Tweed.

Local Coffee is open every day. Visit its website to learn more about this San Antonio cafe.

Local Coffee
700 E. Sonterra
San Antonio, TX 78258
(210) 530-8740
www.localcoffeesa.com
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Meson European Restaurant: Plan Your Next Date Night at This Romantic Eatery

May 19, 2015 by

If you want to experience artful, European fare, you don’t have to invest in a pricey international plane ticket. Meson European Restaurant offers this type of global cuisine in an upscale atmosphere right here in San Antonio, and it has the feeling of a locals-only hidden gem that makes it even more special.

Meson’s menu consists of healthy, whole foods with a European flair, including premium cuts of New York strip steaks, fresh seafood, and handcrafted pasta dishes that change from season to season. Regular diners say that the prices are fair for the large portion sizes and high quality of the meals, and there is also a full bar and an impressive wine list for of-age guests.

Floor-to-ceiling windows fill the restaurant’s dining room with natural light, while multiple four-person tables covered in white tablecloths make any meal luxurious. On the weekends, Meson also features the occasional live jazz band that adds even more ambiance to your relaxed, upscale dining experience.

Meson European Restaurant
923 N. Loop 1604 East
San Antonio, TX 78232
(210) 690-5811
www.mesoneuropeandining.com
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Tejas Steakhouse and Saloon: Kick Up Your Cowboy Boots at This Western Eatery

May 12, 2015 by

Tejas Steakhouse and Saloon got its start when its owners sold steaks out of an outdoor smokehouse during local rodeos, and although it has since expanded into a large, stylish restaurant, it still focuses on choice cuts of steaks made with special rubs and traditional preparation. Here, you’ll typically encounter a lively crowd of customers dining on complimentary biscuits (served with made-from-scratch honey butter), various cuts of steaks, and classic Southern sides like chili macaroni and cheese and warm baked potatoes.

Tejas Steakhouse is decorated with authentic spurs, chaps, and saddles that date all the way back to the late 1800s, creating an authentic saloon feel alongside the restaurant’s wooden dining furniture and lodge-style building. Best of all, Tejas even holds nightly rodeo-style dinner entertainment that makes for one of the most exciting meals you’ll find in San Antonio!

Tejas Steakhouse and Saloon
401 Obst Road
Bulverde, TX 78163
(830) 980-2205
www.tejassteakhouse.com
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Toast a Special Occasion at Bohanan’s Prime Steaks and Seafood

April 21, 2015 by

You will not be disappointed with a meal from Bohanan's Prime Steaks & Seafood. The first floor of this San Antonio restaurant features a lovely bar with live music. Enjoy a drink before heading up the main dining room. Customers say these are some of the best steaks they have ever had. Filet, ribeye, and New York strip steaks are available in various sizes, along with a selection of off-menu steaks that will be described in detail by your server. Order the Chateau Steak for a play on surf-and-turf, with prime tenderloin medallions and lobster tail served with mushrooms, spinach, and sauce béarnaise.The steaks are always cooked perfectly to order.

A friendly and knowledgeable sommelier is available to recommend the best wine to go with your meal. An outdoor patio is available if you are interested in dining outside. You'll be comfortable no matter what the weather, with fans when it's hot and heaters when it gets cooler. Make sure you tell the staff if it's a special occasion when making a reservation; they are sure to make your meal extra special!

Bohanan's Prime Steaks & Seafood
219 E. Houston Street
San Antonio, TX 78205
(210) 472-2600
www.bohanans.com
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Tacos El Piquin: Affordable Mexican Cuisine

April 14, 2015 by

Tacos El Piquin worked its way up from a food truck to a taqueria in San Antonio, opening its brick-and-mortar location on Huebner Road in 2012. Regulars say Tacos El Piquin uses fresher and tastier ingredients than other taquerias in the area. The salsa bar here offers plenty of fresh options as well, including pickled red onions and roasted serranos. Popular menu items include the asada and al pastor tacos, the quesadillas, the tostra al pastor, the El Impossible taco, the huarache, and the costra.

Locals say that Tacos El Piquin serves some of San Antonio’s most authentic Mexican cuisine. You’ll often find expatriates from Mexico dining here. Since Tacos El Piquin stays open late, it’s a good option if you want to grab something on the way home from a late night. Tacos El Piquin is open Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 6 p.m. to 2 a.m. and Thursdays through Saturdays from 6 p.m. to 4 a.m.

Tacos El Piquin
19211 Huebner Road
San Antonio, TX 78258
(210) 303-4129
www.facebook.com/pages/Tacos-El-Piquin/100148946719669
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Picnikins Patio Cafe: Tasty Food in a Laid-Back Atmosphere

March 17, 2015 by

Despite its trendy, modernist decor, locals say Picnikins Patio Cafe is a laid-back, down-to-earth place to grab a sandwich for lunch or a hearty dinner. Picnikins bakes its own bread, and patrons say it’s some of the best they’ve ever eaten. For lunch, try a classic sandwich like the roast beef and provolone, the ham and cheese, or the egg salad sandwich, or choose one of Picnikins’s unique specialty sandwiches, like the Ultimate, the Orchard, or the Mediterranean vegetarian pita. For dinner, order the chicken piccata, the glazed salmon, the braised lamb shank, the Southwestern chicken sandwich, or Andre’s pasta.

Regulars love the food here, but they say the friendly, welcoming staff and affordable prices are really what make Picnikins Patio Cafe one of the best restaurants in San Antonio.

Picnikins is open 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays and 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays.

Picnikins Patio Cafe
6901 Blanco Road
San Antonio, TX 78216
(210) 616-0954
www.picnikinspatiocafe.com/home
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Captain Ben’s Seafood Shack: Enjoy Seafood in a Casual Setting

February 17, 2015 by

San Antonio residents like Captain Ben’s Seafood Shack for its affordable prices and tasty seafood dishes, which, they say, surpass expectations. Customers find the portions generous and the staff friendly and helpful at Captain Ben’s. Popular menu items here include the Atlantic snow crab, the fish and shrimp basket, the Captain’s plate, the Captain’s po-boy and Ben’s gumbo. Other offerings include burgers, hot and cold sandwiches, onion rings, shrimp Creole, crawfish pops, shrimp pasta, fried mushrooms, and shrimp or seafood nachos.

Customers place their orders at the register and are given numbers. Food arrives within 10 minutes, note many reviews. Complement your seafood, salad, sandwich or burger with a beer or margarita, or choose a soft drink instead. Captain Ben’s is open Sundays through Thursdays from 10:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. and Fridays and Saturdays from 10:30 a.m. to 11 p.m.

Captain Ben’s Seafood Shack
688-710 Stone Oak Parkway
San Antonio, TX 78258
(210) 375-6434
www.captain-bens.com
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