Italian Fare Staples Are Served at Milano

Milano has been one of San Antonio’s most popular Italian restaurants for more than 22 years. Locals say the food is delicious, the portions are generous and the staff is friendly and attentive. Milano’s casual-but-refined ambiance makes this restaurant the perfect choice for a romantic evening, a family outing or a celebration with friends. Regulars recommend the chicken cannelloni, the baked ziti and the linguini carbonara. Most customers go with the daily special, which they say is always delicious. Previous specials have included chicken picatta, chicken Napolitano, sea bass and Colorado rack of lamb.

The owner, Talal Hajali, welcomes many customers personally, and goes out of his way to make every diner feel at home. Enjoy a drink with your meal from Milano’s fully stocked bar.

Milano is open seven days a week, from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Milano
19239 Stone Oak Parkway
San Antonio, TX 78258
(210) 495-3663
www.milanoitaliangrill.com/
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Silo: Elevated Food in San Antonio

What is elevated cuisine? At Silo, it means taking classic American food and raising it to the next level. Located in San Antonio, Silo is a place for a special evening, where regulars say you can count on good service, food and drink. The décor is modern, but it is also bright and comfortable. The bar is a hot spot during happy hour from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m., where you’ll find tasty $5 apps and lots of specialty drinks.

For lunch or dinner, try the prix fixe menu, with great plates like chicken fried oysters, shrimp and grits or the stir-fry of the day. Or just go for one of the lunch or dinner entrees – you can’t go wrong. Make sure that you check out the weekend’s band calendar, when there’s often a great local band playing.

Visit Silo's website to learn more!

Silo
434 N 1604 W
San Antonio, TX 78232
(210) 483-8989
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Marioli: Sandwiches by Day, Tacos by Night

Owner and chef Mariana Oliver brings her Mexico City roots to bear on the menu of Marioli. It serves sandwiches and salads by day, but brings out the spitted pork to transform itself into a taqueria after 6 p.m. Regulars say that Marioli may serve some of the tastiest and most authentic Mexican food in San Antonio. Locals recommend the ceviche, the chicharron de queso, the tacos al pastor and cochinita pibil. If you’re in the mood for a sandwich, try the Marioli’s special or the club sandwich. For dessert, try one of the Mexican-style pastries, like the tres leches cupcake or the concha.

Customers almost invariably say that the service at Marioli is warm and welcoming. Marioli also caters corporate events, lunches and formal dinners of all kinds. Marioli is open Mondays through Wednesdays from 10:30 a.m. to 10 p.m., Thursdays through Saturdays from 10:30 a.m. to 11 p.m., and Sundays from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Marioli
18730 Tuscany Stone
San Antonio, TX 78258
(210) 496-1111
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Oaks Crossing Bistro and Bar: Barbecue, Tacos, and More

Located in a San Antonio HEB grocery store, Oaks Crossing Bistro & Bar offers a menu of sliders, tacos, pizzas, small plates and barbecue. Regular events at Oaks Crossing Bar & Bistro include kids eat free Mondays, live music on Friday and Saturday nights, and Sunday brunch from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Locals appreciate that Oaks Crossing Bar & Bistro allows them to grab a quick bite to eat while they’re running their errands. Popular menu items include the brisket, the brisket beans, the creamed corn, the Texas-sized barbecue nachos, and the barbecue brisket and slaw sliders.

Oaks Crossing is open Mondays through Thursdays from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., Fridays and Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 12 a.m., and Sundays from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Oaks Crossing Bistro & Bar
23635 Wilderness Oak
San Antonio, TX 78258
(210) 482-3360
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India Taj Palace: A San Antonio Indian Restaurant

If you're craving Indian food, one place to get it near Vista Ridge is India Taj Palace. The buffet at lunchtime is a great way to sample an array of authentic dishes. You can also order off the menu from a wide variety of options.

India Taj Palace's appetizers include Vegetable Samosas – fried turnovers stuffed with potatoes & green peas, Papadum – crackers made from lentil flour, and Mixed Pakoras – crispy, deep fried veggies dipped in garbanzo batter. Main dishes include Mixed Grill Tandoori with chicken, shrimp, lamb & fish cooked in a traditional clay oven, Chicken Tikka Masala – chicken cubes in a creamy tomato sauce, and Lamb Korma – lamb cubes, cashews, raisins & almonds in a cream sauce. There are also plenty of vegetarian entrée options.

India Taj Palace is open every day in San Antonio, Texas.

India Taj Palace
20323 Huebner Road
San Antonio, TX 78258
(210) 497-4800
www.indiatajpalace.com
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Raising Cane’s: Dig Into Some Chicken Fingers

At Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers, every meal centers on a helping of chicken fingers. Raising Cane’s brags that its chicken is never frozen, and fans say they can taste that this is true. Choose from one of four combo meals that contain three to six chicken fingers. The kid’s meal gets you two chicken fingers, sides, a drink, and a prize. The sandwich combo for adults, on the other hand, includes three chicken fingers on a Kaiser roll. Sides include fries, coleslaw, and Texas toast.

Buy tailgates—quantities of 25, 50, 75, or 100 chicken fingers—to feed a group. Locals love the chicken fingers, the special dipping sauce, the slaw, the fries, the Texas toast, and the lemonade. The quality of the food remains consistent with each order, regulars say.

Raising Cane’s is open 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. Sundays through Thursdays and 10 a.m. to midnight Fridays and Saturdays.

Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers
19110 Stone Oak Parkway
San Antonio, TX 78258
(210) 499-0011
www.raisingcanes.com
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Copa Wine Bar: A San Antonio Wine Bar

Enjoy a glass of wine at Copa Wine Bar, a local venue in the Stone Oak area of San Antonio that grew out of the owner’s former business, Wines Etc. This San Antonio wine bar offers an expansive list of wine varietals from around the world, plus some flavorful tapas to go along with them.

Whether your taste in wine runs to Prosecco from Spain, Sauvignon Blanc from New Zealand, Cabernet Sauvignon from Washington state, or Pinot Noir from California, you’re sure to find something delightful at Copa. Pair your glass or bottle with a tasty small plate like Fire Roasted Chevre with crostini, Hummus San Antonio with warm toasted pita, or Albondigas – meatballs simmered in wine demi-glace. A meat or cheese plate is always a good choice for sharing at the table. Panini, Pommes Frites – crispy, Belgian-style fries, and Pizzettes – small, hand-tossed pizzas, are also on the menu.

Copa Wine Bar
19141 Stone Oak Parkway
San Antonio, TX 78258
(210) 495-2672
www.thecopawinebar.com
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Choose from 58 Ceviches at Muelle 58

San Antonio locals recommend Muelle 58 for its quirky atmosphere, friendly service and wide range of fresh seafood options. If you like ceviche, this is the restaurant for you—the menu features 58 different kinds of ceviche, and indecisive customers can order a ceviche sampler to try several varieties. Other popular dishes at Muelle 58 include the sautéed octopus, the enchiladas, the salmon al pastor, the tostones, the fish tacos and the churros, which some Yelp reviewers have called the best they’ve ever tasted.

Regulars say that prices are particularly reasonable at Muelle 58, and that it’s a good place to catch the game. Kids love eating at Muelle 58, and customers say that staff are always willing to explain menu items. Service is generally swift and courteous.

Muelle 58 is open Sundays through Thursdays from 11 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. and Fridays and Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.

Muelle 58
19903 Stone Oak Parkway
San Antonio, TX 78258
(210) 267-5865
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Trilogy Pizza: A San Antonio Pizzeria

You'll find specialty pies and other dishes at San Antonio's Trilogy Pizza. Cruise by for the lunch buffet to have pizza, salad, and dessert for one low price. Order off the menu and you can design your own pizza from a bounteous list of ingredients, or choose one of their specialty pies.

Trilogy's three different crust styles include California traditional, whole wheat, and deep dish. Specialty pies include the Salute with mozzarella, goat cheese, chicken, zucchini, tomatoes, bell peppers, onions, & garlic-infused olive oil, and the Italian Deli with mozzarella, salami, ham, pepperoni, black olives, pepperoncini, bell peppers, & onions. Antipasti, salads and pasta are also on the menu.

Triology Pizza is open Tuesday through Sunday.

Trilogy Pizza
19141 Stone Oak Parkway
San Antonio, TX 78258
(210) 404-1818
www.trilogybistro.com
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Nothing Bundt Cakes: Freshly Made Cakes

Nothing Bundt Cakes is the brainchild of childhood friends Dena Tripp and Debra Shwetz, who channeled their entrepreneurial spirit into perfecting the bundt cake. Their cakes are handmade fresh daily with Grade A eggs, real butter, and real cream cheese.

The variety of cake sizes ranges from bite-sized Bundtinis, to single serving Bundtlets. They also make 8 and 10 inch cakes and double layer cakes that are perfect for special celebrations. Creative, colorful decorations make them even more special. Cake flavors include Pecan Praline, White White Chocolate, Chocolate Chocolate Chip, Lemon, White Chocolate Raspberry, Marble, Cinnamon Swirl, and Carrot. You can call in your cake order or stop by to place it. They can even deliver it.

San Antonio's Nothing Bundt Cakes is open Monday through Saturday.

Nothing Bundt Cakes
700 E. Sonterra Boulevard
San Antonio, TX 78258
(210) 495-2253
www.nothingbundtcakes.com
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