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
www.yelp.com/biz/meson-european-dining-san-antonio

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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
www.yelp.com/biz/tejas-steakhouse-and-saloon-bulverde

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