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    Bud Jones

    3.3 (177 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    BUD JONES ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

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    Fish and shrimp

    The fish and shrimp was excellent. The breading was amazing and the fries were crispy. The staff is friendly and the restaurant was clean.

    Juke box
    Gloria S.

    To start, upon walking in, I would have left if it wasn't an invite from another person. The smells and the sights were sub level. Smelled old, looked run down, opened in 1954 and let me tell you I believe it! Seems like it started as a house and they just kept adding rooms all of which are now dining rooms . The parking lot is bumpy. The entrance area has a few machine games Expected cheaper prices but they do have several all you can eat dishes Not impressed with the food and although I read the article on the wall that Bob started to be known by his enchiladas... they had to be the worse I've ever had. Rice was hard and cold, corn was from a can, fish was just ok, not much taste to anything. Service was good and they were all efficient though busy However I wouldn't return When you sit and wonder if the health dept has been here .... Not a good sign. Definitely do not take a date here, on the flip side the date would be memorable.

    Receipt of disappointing when I left more food behind then I actually ate

    My server wasn't attentive to my tablet small party of 2. The food I was very excited for was disappointing smaller portion than I expected. Sent foo back to kitchen and honestly it didn't redeem itself. I think the workers set the environment for my meal more so my server was interested in the lady sitting behind me because he father worked then rather than trying to accommodate my husband and myself. I saw a deep lack of communication and customer service. My husband's thoughts when leaving were simply "we won't be coming back" .

    Ana V.

    Food too good left no crumbs‍ recommend the chicken fried chicken,chicken fried steak! 10/10 #needdat #Budjones

    David J.

    This place is good and very consistent! I've heard of this place for years but always chose to stay away due to poor reviews. Until one day I decided to give it a shot. I wish I had chosen to try it out a long time ago. I only order one thing and it is the massive Chicken Fried chicken they have. The thing is the size of the plate! Me and my partner drive 20 mins just for it! It's always hot, never dry and did i mention? huge! Now the sides are truly nothing to write home about. I do wish they would put more thought into them though. The mashed potato's are clearly from a box. The green beans lack any flavor and also from a can. The bread that accompanies the plate is super dry and could use a brushing of butter. Service is always great and all of the wait staff seem to truly enjoy their job. Do keep in mind this place isn't the nicest. Decor is outdated and I feel like they're going for an oldtimey vibe. They have old music players at some of the tables which really add to the vibe. Place is a bit boxy and could use a different floor plan. In conclusion the chicken fried chicken is great and customer service is also great! A quick disclaimer the 4 stars can be attributed to their consistency and customer service.

    Largest country fried steak!
    Melissa C.

    Excellent choice today for dinner with my parents. We have been coming here for years. The largest country fried steak has always been a favorite of ours! Always have left overs to take home. :-) excellent service!

    2pc Fried Fish with Onion Rings!
    Pedro J.

    Awesome San Antonio Favorite! Our go to on the Southside! This place has been rocking Fish since my parents were young! Stop by and enjoy the Fresh Food!!

    Old fashion jukebox in the middle of the table. High extended walls just in case of a food fight?

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    What happened here!?! Used to be great :( I had a country fried steak... not good... haven't been here in over 15 years.. so disappointed.

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    I had all you can eat and it was great, the best part was the person I was with paid and free food always taste better.

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    Home & country type menu items. Selection varies enough to satisfy even the pickiest eater!

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    The chicken fried steak was awesome!! The brown gravy was excellent and onion rings were the bomb!! I give this restaurant

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    BLUF: Delicious pies and a quiet place to sit…read more This awesome spot is located right across from Halcyon . It is in a shopping center of sorts in a commercial establishment here in San Antonio. I say this because it lets you know that there are two entrances and you'll be graded regardless , but you will be indicated where to sit if you go to the hostess front desk by the firewood first Customer service was outstanding and earned this place. It's fifth star. I was made to feel welcome and when the sun in the San Antonio skies was shining right in my face through a window because of the time of the afternoon, I knew I would have no luck studying, so I was moved without hesitation. I know that switching tables might be a little bar but believe me when I'm telling you that simply doing a job versus doing it with a smile, makes the world of a difference to me. The food was fantastic by the way , I'd be remiss if I didn't gush about the meatballs and the pizza. I have never tried spicy honey chicken before and I'm glad that I chose this spot to do it for the first time. Everything is literally made to order right then, and there and the absolute freshness of the ingredients shows from the first bite to the very last. There seemed to be other people studying there too as well as what looked like groups of 2 to 8 occupying various tables so this establishment lends itself to family or party friendly dinner reservations.

    It's been a while since I have been here but working in the area decided to stop by for lunch and…read moreenjoy the outdoor patio while it is still somewhat doable in the heat! Had great service throughout the meal and enjoyed the ambience on the patio ! Went with a mocktail and the ricotta and peach on toast! It was delicious and had a slight spicy kick which was great! Also tried the Brussels sprout / those were okay but would have preferred them more charred / roasted but still good! Always a great spot in Southtown!

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    Bliss

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    4.2 miLavaca, Southtown, Downtown
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    Overall: 4.6/5 [dine in]…read more Phenomenal service from start to finish. They were able to seat us on the patio as a walk in on a Saturday night, checked in to offer us a spot by the fireplace when it opened up, kept our water filled throughout the night, and even asked how we wanted our food served. Little touches like that really make a difference. They also brought out complimentary ciabatta bread when we were first seated and then without us asking, brought a fresh batch after our appetizer. The second round was better, with a nice crispy edge that made that satisfying crunch when you squeezed it. Really good with the butter, though if the butter had been just a little saltier it would have been perfect. Beef Carpaccio ($32): Good but average. The individual components were all there but the dish felt like it was missing cohesion. The black sesame parmesan tuiles were a standout though. Georges Bank Seared Sea Scallop ($49): Three huge scallops cooked phenomenally. The mushroom risotto was a bit al dente and on the saltier side, and the mushroom flavor didn't come through as much as I would have liked. The squid ink beurre blanc was lovely though and really brought the dish together. Despite the risotto I would still order this again just for those scallops. Duck and Foie Gras ($46): The duck was cooked beautifully and the foie gras wasn't too heavy, just the right amount. I loved the strawberry arugula salad that came with it. The pairing worked really well overall. I personally didn't think butternut squash was the right puree choice but my husband disagreed and absolutely loved this dish. Foucher Sancerre Rosé ($15 glass): I am usually not a fan of rosé because of how dry they tend to be, but this one was not bad. It tasted much better when paired with food. August Riesling ($12 glass): A yummy, sweet drink that is refreshing and easy to drink. I had to pace myself or I would have finished it before the main courses even came out.

    I finally got to try Bliss, thanks to Restaurant Week!…read more We were immediately seated when we got to the restaurant. The waiter greeted us and gave us the option to order from their regular menu or the menu made specifically for Restaurant Week. We went with the edited menu and had an assortment of starters with the tostadas and the wedge salad being the top picks. Our main entrees consisted of the shrimp and grits which was amazingly delicious! The meatballs on the risotto were equally as good. For the desserts, I will say I thoroughly enjoyed my mix berries on the butter cake. Really delicious. Service was great. There was a bit of a long gap in between our starters and the entrees but they made it up with their overall friendly service. PSA for those with hearing challenges, the noise level is quite loud in the restaurant. I will say that I'd like to go back and try their other dishes.

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    Cappy's Restaurant - Weekend Breakfast

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    4.4(848 reviews)
    8.6 mi
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    It's crazy to me I haven't reviewed Cappy's before. Admittedly it's been a couple years since I had…read moregone since I'm always looking for something new, but as I sat and ate today I was kicking myself. Cappy's is so delicious. I used to go very often. They're a little on the pricier side but so worth it. It's beautiful inside and outside. Staff very friendly and accommodating. I won't wait so long again to go back. My go to meal the is Howard. Scrambled eggs with crab topped with a lobster tail. So so good. Even the little bread/muffin basket they serve you before the meal is great. Lemonade is delicious. My son had pancakes and bacon and inhaled them. His mother always gets the pot roast. She wasn't disappointed. I will say although the gumbo is decent, it's not the best I've had. The roux is very dark which gives it a slight burned taste. But the flavors are there. All in all love Cappy's. I won't make the mistake of staying away so long again.

    The ambiance at Cappy's was great, and we were warmly welcomed when we arrived for our reservation…read more We had a drink at the bar while waiting for our friends, and the bartenders and staff there were friendly and attentive. Unfortunately, the experience changed once we were seated. Our waiter was incredibly short and came across as rude throughout the meal. When we asked for recommendations or some of his favorite menu items, his response was essentially, "I don't know what you like," rather than offering any guidance. The service somehow felt rushed even though the food itself came out slowly, and there were very few check-ins during the meal. When it came time for dessert, we asked to see a dessert menu and were simply told, "It's on the menu you have," which summed up the lack of hospitality we experienced at the table. I ordered the Mustang Chicken, and unfortunately it was very disappointing. The chicken was fatty, full of tendon, and tasted more like a frozen piece of chicken that had been dropped into a deep fryer than something I would expect from a restaurant at this price point. It's disappointing because the restaurant has a great atmosphere and our experience at the bar started off so well. Unfortunately, between the table service and the quality of the food, I would not recommend Cappy's based on this visit.

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    Cappy's Restaurant - Warm chocolate sheet cake with vanilla ice cream

    Warm chocolate sheet cake with vanilla ice cream

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