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Breakfast after a night out. Family owned and operated. Hole in the wall you'd never find without the help of a local. Huevos rancheros hit the spot. Homemade tortillas. Friendly service. Great prices. read more

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Chapala is Absolutely delicious!! Very fresh, great service and the ladies are so nice. We love this place!! read more

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We love our Saturday morning Barbacoa and pork chop tacos from Chapala Taco House. The young adults that work the register and phones are always professional and welcoming. Although this spot is easy to miss we love our to go ordering since its quick and totally affordable. read more

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Laura T.

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Stopped in for brunch since I was in the area. The food style is authentic Tex-Mex and delicious. The food came out fresh and hot! We ordered a couple breakfast tacos, a breakfast plate and my son had a Barbacoa torta. The tortillas were homemade and delicious!!! Friendly staff. It's a hole in the wall but well maintained. read more

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Curt C.

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Greasy spoon Tex-Mex spot! This place has some big portions, dishes covered in gooey cheese, refried beans with lard in it, and nice fluffy tortillas. I went for the Chilequiles plate- which is always a Tex-Mex favorite. It was covered in cheese, served up with tortillas, refried beans, and potatoes that are charred up nicely. The salsa verde was a bit on the hot side, and full of flavor. The prices were quite reasonable! I was happy to see the bill- I should be coming here more often. The portions are huge, and the food is good! The coffee was a bit on the weak side, but the service was good, and the singing cook in the kitchen had some good tunes. This place is Spurs proud! Go Spurs Go! They're huge fans and it seems like eating here is positive mojo for Los Spurs! read more

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Carol I.

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We used to come here on a regular basis when we lived right around the corner although my husband picked up tacos to go more often. Fast and Friendly. Homemade Tortillas! This visit I came in because I knew they had tamales and I had a craving so I decided to give them a try. Well the tamales were frozen so I decided to grab my usually Chilaquiles for a review while I wait for the tamales to steam. Even though the chips didn't look like much, they were perfect in flavor with an airy crispness. These were homemade! Two sauces of green and red with green being my favorite. The Chilaquiles with refried beans and sautéed potatoes with onions and peppers are a top contender for a repeat visit. Now for the tamales... Just ok... As much as I applaud them for making their own, it's not the perfect tamale that I am in search of... Thankfully the server packed up some green sauce for me which added a nice needed heat and I really appreciate her thoughtfulness. read more

Chapala Taco House - a bowl of chips and a bowl of salsa - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

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J. G.

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Really enjoyed coming with my family until recently. Noticed a lack of diligence in face covering and health protocols. The food is typically good- however, our last visit was different. "Hot plate" to me means it came out of the microwave, and that's kind of how it tasted. Not as fresh as usual. I still gave 3 stars because past visits were great! The service is normally friendly and the food is fresh. My main concern was servers walking around with their mask half off, or just wearing a plastic shield that is open on the top and bottom. Also saw employees in the back with no mask. Not sure if they have just gotten relaxed on face coverings or if it's just fatigue from wearing them every day. Either way, we walked out feeling concerned about our exposure - especially after one server coughed a couple of times while taking our order. Also noticed our server rubbing her face / nose before dropping off our plates. Totally could have just been allergies but it's a new reality we live in, where we have to be extra cautious and careful not to touch our nose, mouth, etc when interacting with others. Just didn't seem to take sanitation serious enough for me. Not sure when I will go back, that day, I said I would not. Maybe I'll give it another try in the future. read more

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Sara S.

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Great breakfast tacos! Don't waste your money on bland chain restaurant breakfast tacos. Make the drive to this little family owned place and you will not regret the flavors! read more

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Place is a modest dive in a worn down strip center, but: squeaky clean, excellent basic Tex-Mex, low prices and service with a smile. Overall a great breakfast. read more

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Alex L.

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Really enjoyed the breakfast! I tried papa ranchera tacos, bean and cheese, eggs a La mexicana, chicharron taco, and the chilaquiles plate. All were great and both salsas were good as well! read more

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Jacob R.

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9/23/23 been coming here for over a year and food is constant and prices are low very good restaurant for breakfast and great to try the lunch!! read more

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Zachary S.

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If you aren't careful, you will miss it. That said, Chapala has some great breakfast tacos that are always freshly made and great tasting. Their salsa verde is extremely good as well and I always ask for extra to keep on hand. If you are looking for some great tacos and other delicious food for lunch, make your way over to Chapala Taco House. read more

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Melia R.

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This is one of those little places that isn't necessarily doing something you've never [tasted] before; it's just that they're doing it just right. The tortillas are just right. The hot sauce is just right. The limonada is.....just...right. You've got the classics, and done well. You've got a clean, friendly atmosphere, with no-nonsense staff. My only complaint is the parking is a little weird, jammed onto a pothole-filled hill, but that's not enough to talk me down from my 5 stars. I haven't eaten my way around the entire menu yet, but I feel confident suggesting this is a place Goldilocks would take the three bears when they come for a visit. ¡buen provecho! read more

Chapala Taco House - Chilaquiles and big red! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

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Dolph M.

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I've only been here once so far, but I think I'm in love with the salsa verde, and I'm not a salsa verde kind of guy. The flower tortillas were perfect, IMHO: just the right thickness, chew and flower-laden exterior. Chorizo had all the right flavors, and wasn't greasy one bit. Refried beans were (surprisingly) fresh tasting. Papas had as many onions, tomatoes and peppers as they did actual potatoes, and complimented the beans (and eggs, and everything else) really well. $5 credit card minimum can be a challenge to meet ;) read more

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Kat L.

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After Several Times Eating the Menudo & REAL Tortillas Here I'm a Fan. Also My Picky Eater "i Only Eat Authentic Mexican Food" Boyfriend LOVES The Salsa From Here & Believe ME he's Hard to Please in the Hot sauce Department. They Also Have aguas Frescas Which Not to Many Mexican Food Places in this Area Do Try The Jamaica Tea Flavor its Delicious & VERY Refreshing On a HOT Summer Day!!! ^_^ read more

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Mike S.

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A great way to start off the morning when I have a random Friday off. Mayra is my girl - always smiling and happy. But everyone is nice and the food is always A+. In particular the omelette, breakfast tacos, lunch tacos and chicken tortilla soup! My only suggestion is the coffee could taste a bit better. read more

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Panda S.

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There's 2 good restaurants on this little strip but this one is my favorite. You wouldn't think it from the outside but this place has a lot of space on the inside. Restrooms are nice and clean. But on to the most important point of a review of this place is the food. The food here is amazing. I absolutely love the beans here too. Coffee is good. For cream they have the nondairy liquid creamer. It's not half and half but you can probably drink it black if you're not down as the coffee is that good. Gotta love the flour tortillas here too and don't forget the corn. The taco norteños, well be prepared as it also has bell peppers like a fajita plate so it's a little more stuff than what is listed on the menu just as a heads up is that's an issue. On the Olis taco the guacamole isn't just smashed up avocado, it has some lil onion in it too. There are sooo many choices to try so you can't really get bored and it should be enough meal choices for everyone. The barbacoa here is a good option too. Enjoy! read more

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Steven T.

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Good food and very reasonably priced. The rice and beans alone can't be beat. The cheese enchiladas are consistently soft and gooey just the way I like them. It's a hole in the wall gem! It's family owned and run. Highly recommended. read more

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Leonardo P.

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Very good Mexican food. The barbacoa was delicious and the chicharrones en salsa ranchera is exactly what I was expecting. I could come here again. read more

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Sylvia E.

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If I could rate negative stars, I would. Found hairs in three separate plates of food and instead of taking the plates away immediately, our waitress demanded to see where the hairs were and then proceeded to accuse us of putting the hairs in the food ourselves. We were nearly made to be forced to pay for contaminated food, but we expressed that it wouldn't be right to pay for food that we were unable to eat. Horrible attitudes, even worse customer service. Will not be coming back. Health inspector should pay a visit. read more

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Tiff W.

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Ordered to go: 6 breakfast tacos (too many for two people), side of guacamole, and 2 coffees. Only $12.10 for all this, including tax. Can't beat the price, the delicious food, the fast and friendly service. Best taco house we've found in this part of town, bar none. read more

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Found Chapala driving around and have been back several times. Amazing breakfast tacos for $1.40!! Service is also quick even though they get busy read more

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Cristina L.

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Epic breakfast tacos; great service feels south side without having to make the drive. Authentic as heck.

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Chris H.

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Breakfast Tacos, Huevos Rancheros, best bargain in town A+ you will not be disappointed. I had a judge and two attorneys recommended this establishment to me several years ago. We love this place, There's Webbles rancheros in town and the enchiladas aren't too bad. Recommend this place. read more

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Cindy C.

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They have a great variety of tacos that I had a hard time picking what I wanted, so I ended up getting the beef fajitas. The plate was pretty average and lacked some flavor in my opinion. They serve the fajitas with rice and beans. I'm not a fan of beans, so I can't tell you how they were since I didn't touch them. The rice however was really good and finished it all. That's all I could say about the plate because the beef fajitas were just a little too stiff and I had a hard time just chewing through it. It's not something I'll ever order again but I would definitely give the place an other chance. Word of advice, order some tortillas! They're home made and really great. They have flour and corn ones. Their lemonade is really great too! read more

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Joseph H.

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This restaurant is like the Tardis, completely different in the inside. Located in a sketchy strip center next to a massage parlor, you could easily head further down Austin Highway to Taco Cabana. Don't do it. Chapala is clean, inviting, and spacious inside. The food is great, portions generous, and prices reasonable. They have a variety of daily specials, usually three per day. The menu is standard TexMex, but more varied than most places. They have a great selection of breakfast tacos, in particular. The red salsa is delicious. The green is hot. One weak spot, in my opinion, is the tortilla soup. Although a generous portion, it's a bit bland. The Alhambra plate is a favorite: fajita meat, bacon, grilled onions and peppers, on top of rice with beans on the side, and cheese over the top. Huge plate for $8. Chapala has survived off the strength of the food and it's value in a neighborhood full of taco houses. Heck, there's one two doors down in the same center. Any place that can last near Alamo Heights next to a competing restaurant and a happy ending place must be good. Chapala Taco House is one of the best taco and TexMex places on the near Northeast side. read more

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Megan L.

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Dear Chapala Taco House, I love you and my life wouldn't be the same without you. I can't move away from San Antonio because I can't see a future without your precious breakfast tacos. Consistently well done, time and time and time again. It's the epitome of comfort food and a taste that will always remind me of home. Kudos to Nora and all the other ladies there who work so hard all the time to make sure that I have tacos and that my coffee is full :) read more

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After hundreds, if not thousands, of trips past Chapala Taco House, today I found myself THERE - and their parking lot empty - when I was hungry for a late breakfast/early lunch, so I pulled in. The interior is cute and festive and clean - and decorated with a riot of pastel colors. Although they seem to fill a lot of "to go" orders, seating is plentiful. Near the register are several signs. One reads, "Minimum charge of $5 on credit cards"; another, "Take out containers or cups - 27 cents each". Yep: a Mom-and-Pop cafe`!! I tried a variety of menu items: first, a picadillo torta - slathered with mayo and guacamole; dressed with chopped tomato and shredded lettuce on a telera the diameter of a salad plate! It was rather like a sloppy joe, actually: not a distinctive flavor to the picadillo, but tasty just the same. The caldo de pollo, served with lime wedges and a choice of corn or flour tortillas (I chose corn - YUM), was much like my homemade chicken-vegetable soup - in other words, wholesome and satisfying. It contained cabbage, onions, squash, carrots, potatoes, and an entire chicken leg quarter....and was, of course, sprinkled with the requisite freshly-chopped cilantro. Good stuff. In addition to all of this food, I received tortilla chips, green and red salsa, and a side dish of rice....all of which were varying degrees of good. Prices are phenomenal: my meal - which contained enough food for at least two very hungry people (and no, I couldn't come close to finishing it) - cost less than $11....and that included a cup of coffee! The staff was on the ball: everything was quick, quick ,quick. When I departed - close to lunchtime - the lot was full and the place was bustling: made me really glad I'd gotten the jump on the lunch crowd! And that is, in honesty, the only real disadvantage to Chapala: their lot is tiny and a bit of a pain to negotiate when the restaurant is busy. read more

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Jack W.

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Chapala Taco House gets my breakfast and lunch business quite often. Monday through Friday they offer specials that simply can't be beat on taste and price. Red and Green sauces = Yummy! Service is some of the best I've encountered in San Antonio. Fresh brewed Ice Tea refills in a 'to go' cup adds value to the experience. Authentic Mexican recipes with killer service; what else could you be looking for in a Mexican Mom/Pop shop? Oh, and the Home Cooked Corn Tortillas' ROCK! ! Hours- Monday - Saturday 6:30am - 2:30pm Sunday 7:30am - 2:30pm Go; go today you will not be disappointed. read more

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Kevin O.

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Amazing food and service. I went on the recommendation of a friend who lives in the area, and left with nothing but praise for the place. The food is amazingly good, comparable to Thousand Oaks Cafe (one of my favorite Mexican food joints, but I go to the actual Thousand Oaks location) down the road a bit further. I ordered the Chilaquiles. The eggs were fluffy and buttery, and perfectly seasoned with just the right amount of jalapeno and other vegetables. I am not shy with jalapenos, and they aren't either, for a nice change of pace since I typically have to ask for them to enhance my dining experience. The tortillas in the dish were still crisp. The potatoes were perfectly cooked and salted. The salsa verde is quite tasty. This meal was so enjoyable that I am returning tomorrow to indulge again. Service was excellent. Food was promptly prepared and delivered, and coffee was filled without my cup ever being completely empty. Highest praise. read more

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Finally tried this place, after passing many times while working, I decided to stop in. Have to go inside due to no drive thru. I tried the "Olis" & the "Quiero" tacos. Pure awesomeness. I loved it. Great combos in the tacos, homemade, fresh tortillas. Great priced. Just absolutely loved it. I will definitely be stopping in again. Now I know this little hole in the wall is a great place to get great food. read more

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We love coming here. Quality and consistency every time! Fresh made to order is their key for success!

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David M.

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Both the enchilada sauces, green and red, are amazing. Quite possibly the best I've had. Like everyone's said before, the corn tortillas are delicious. The waitresses are all super friendly. I haven't been here enough to be considered a regular YET but I've noticed other customers who must come in often and the waitresses remember names, children, and what you've been doing in your life. Overall you can just feel a nice warmth coming from the employees. Definitely recommend this place at least once but do watch out for the pot holes the parking lot is rather rugged. read more

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This place is so good. Real Mexican cuisine. The Menudo and Tortilla Soup are out of this world. Also the best homemade flour tortillas!!!!

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I eat here alot and the service is always fast, friendly and correct. Everything I have ordered has been homemade and DELICIOUS, the Beef Fajita Nachos are out of this World. Last visit I tried the Chicken Taco Salad because the picture looked amazing, at most places the food looks nothing like the photo, well, not here! The entree looked like the photo had been taken of my plate. The portion's are generous & the prices are amazing. The chips are always fresh and warm with free refills and awesome salsa (2 kinds). This is my FAVE Mexican restaraunt in all of San Antonio, I highly recommmend it, you won't be sorry! I say it's "dive-y" only in the BEST WAY! It's just a very clean little hole in the wall, those the best & this is the BEST of the BEST! read more

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A small gem of delicious and HOT plates at your table. Best Tex Mex in Alamo Heights. Don't let the outside fool you. Definitely our favorite for 10 years! read more

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1363 Austin Hwy
San Antonio, TX 78209
Terrell Heights
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(210) 829-4111
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Hours

What time does Chapala Taco House open?

Chapala Taco House opens at 6:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.Chapala Taco House opens at 7:00 AM on Sunday.

What time does Chapala Taco House close?

Chapala Taco House closes at 2:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sat 6:00 AM - 2:00 PMSun 7:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Chapala Taco House take credit cards?

Yes, Chapala Taco House takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Chapala Taco House have catering options?

No, Chapala Taco House does not have catering options.

Does Chapala Taco House serve alcohol?

No, Chapala Taco House does not serve alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does Chapala Taco House have TVs?

Yes, Chapala Taco House has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Chapala Taco House have bike parking?

No, Chapala Taco House does not have bike parking.

Does Chapala Taco House have outdoor seating?

No, Chapala Taco House does not have outdoor seating options.

Does Chapala Taco House have parking?

Yes, Chapala Taco House has parking options. Private Lot Parking

Other Amenities

Does Chapala Taco House have free WiFi?

No, Chapala Taco House does not have free WiFi.

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Taquitos West Ave

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I don't think I've ever seen a restaurant run like a well oil machine in the way this one does…read more They have the dino experience, down to a science. The line may look intimidating, however, it moves extremely quickly, and you'll be eating in no time. From standing in the line to sitting with maybe about 15 to 20 minutes total and I definitely think the hot air outside exaggerated the time. Yet, once we were inside the cool air, and the amazing smell made the wait desirable. Ordering a simple, you go up and you just say what meat you want and the number of tacos. I got three including brisket, steak, and al pastor. Those come with radishes, cucumbers, lime, and lots of cilantro and onion, of course. As you're standing in line, server will come by to ask if you want any drinks and prep a table for you we got a lemonade, a large one to share. Which was five dollars, and a refill will come at the cost of $1.08. There's a lot of meat in these tacos, while I got three, I only made my way through two sadly because I wanted to finish them all. The salsa you'll get at your table are two different types of green and a red one. The red one is hotter, but the green still has hints of heat. Both are delicious, but I could only manage to slather the green one on my food. At the end of your meal, you'll go up and pay at the counter by telling them how many tacos you had and that's it. There's tons of parking available, while the lights on the side may look busy they actually own the building next-door and all the parking in the back is available to utilize. If you're in San Antonio for any reason, I definitely recommend to stop here. This was the highlight of my trip. Despite the fact, I don't know if I'll return to the city.

This review is extremely overdue! Now as someone who travels to Mexico several times a year, I…read moredon't hand out compliments like this lightly - the tacos here are absolutely on par with some of the best taquerías I've had in CDMX and throughout Mexico. The flavors are incredibly authentic. You can tell they focus on doing a few things exceptionally well, instead of trying to be everything to everyone. Beyond the food, the service is outstanding. Even when there's a line, it's fast, efficient, professional, and incredibly well organized. The staff keeps everything moving without ever making you feel rushed. If you're looking for outstanding tacos that could hold their own anywhere in Mexico, Taquitos West Ave absolutely delivers. Dare I say it? These may be the best tacos in San Antonio.

Interior seating area

Chorizo taco Alpastor taco Suadero taco Tripa taco

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Chorizo taco Alpastor taco Suadero taco Tripa taco

Boudro's, a Texas Bistro

4.1(3.7k reviews)

5.5 mi•Downtown

Joe R was our server and did a grand job. He is a perfect combination of attentiveness, personality…read moreand efficiency. Two ribeyes perfectly cooked to order (and presented) for our guests, the Black Drum for Deb and the Shrimp and Crab Enchiladas for me. Followed by Bread Puddings and Fruit Creme Brulee....all very good. All in all a very enjoyable dining experience, despite our very noisy neighbors.

This was a delicious spot on the River Walk. I had the mesquite grilled quail which I really loved…read more the vegetables that came with it were incredibly well seasoned. Our servers were outstanding, very friendly and on top of it. The restaurant itself was clean.

Private dining space

Chicken enchiladas verdes

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Signature margarita

Devils River Distillery

4.5(150 reviews)

5.3 mi•Downtown

Stopped in to Devil's River after a disappointing visit to The Library Cocktail Lounge. This was my…read moresecond visit to Devil's River but first time getting a drink. There was a musician playing on the stage in front of the distillery which is a nice touch for those who want to sit outside. We ordered old fashioned cocktails. I loved that they were made with block ice and even embossed the ice with the Devils River logo. The mixologist explained they don't do smoked old fashions due to fire hazard and location in a historic building. But he still made an engaging presentation in creating our cocktails. There was no food offered but they let us bring in voodoo donuts. The two gentlemen at the bar were very friendly and attentive and made our late night visit a special treat. I'd like to learn on my next visit to see if they do distillery tours. I'm sure you'll enjoy a trip to Devil's River.

When you step inside this place, its like you are transported to another place in time. This place…read morehas good bones, solid wood and over all fun style to make your continually scan to find something new. The staff was friendly and knowledgeable as we had some questions about the menu. My friend ordered a flight and was pleasantly surprised by what she thought she would like and what she did really enjoy. I tried a few cocktails and both we equally delicious. We picked up some merch too - what a fun little break from the heat and something to really raise the bar off the beaten path.

Historic building with great aesthetics

Nick Zamora

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Iron Cactus San Antonio

3.4(2.3k reviews)

5.5 mi•Downtown

My wife and I came here for my Birthday dinner and it was our first time at this restaurant. It was…read moreamazing! Great service! Our waiter was fabulous, checking in and just kind in general. Enjoyed talking with him too. Down to earth and has a great heart. The manager came out and chatted with us as well and he too was very kind and great to talk to. We had the steak and chicken fajitas and Chicken enchiladas, completely on point. We also had the queso and chips. Those were to perfection. Absolutely recommend. For dessert we completely devoured the most delicious Tres Leches cake, topped with Strawberry and mint, and a scoop of vanilla ice cream. It was such an amazing experience! Thank you for a wonderful and delicious birthday dinner! Would return again! Highly recommend!

Nice place on the River-walk. Outside there are big umbrellas for plenty of shade…read more Inside is nice with views of the Riverwalk. Good service quickly arrived. For Happy Hour had freshly made Margaritas. This place is apparently known for their Tequilas. Had Brisket Queso and Ahi Ceviche to start. Both were good. Then had the Southwest Palella which was also pretty tasty.

Hickory Salmon Salad

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Iron Cactus on the River-Walk

Tacos El Regio

4.1(171 reviews)

3.9 mi•Tobin Hill

My wife and I use to frequent this place YEARS ago, the service was good and the food was good,…read moreyears later we decided to go back & mannn the food quality & service has went down terribly! Pulled up on a Friday late night with my family ordered the standard 5 tacos. They are a bit pricey as well. I ordered the carne Asada and my mother in law ordered the chicken. While it did seem like it tasted good it was super greasy. (TMI coming up) When I woke up the next morning my I noticed my bowels were literally moving the next day, (I counted about 9 times). I felt bloated and everything. My wife even told me that as we were pulling off she witnessed the cook I believe his name is Julio eating some of the product while he was preparing peoples food (the side door of the food truck was open so you could see right in). Funny enough we decided to go back Saturday evening to give them another try, thinking it would be better, BOY was we wrong. I ordered the same order plus charro Beans, elote (corn in a cup) and 3 cans of sprite. This time we took literally one bite and the meat was DRYER than the Saharan desert both the carne asada and the chicken. (Tasted like some reheated old meat or meat that had been made days prior). We were already at the hotel at this point and was infuriated!!! We ended up calling and I believe I spoke to Julio (or whoever the cook is) over the phone. After lying saying that he cooked the meat fresh that day he stuttered I told him aint no way the meat was fresh. He then said and I quote " I cooked the meat "a couple days ago" then said "sorry I burnt it or overcooked it". (Knowing that why would you serve that to me?) I then stated "yes it tasted old period". I requested a refund in which he agreed to. Driving all the way back I brought the food back as well. Julio (or whoever the cooks name is) tried to plead his case to me saying that the meat is fresh and took a fork and tasted the food himself and then tried to offer me the food. I told him "no I don't want to taste it, just refund me please" in which he did. Dishonesty, Not handling food with care, lying. Is something that crosses the line and I won't be back. *Also if the owner is reading this I have the phone conversation recorded and the video evidence to show proof this whole interaction, so do not just glaze over this review* I don't like writing bad reviews, but this one is for sure warranted. Seems like they will dress up the taco and selling you some "old meat" people just be careful and mindful when coming to this taco truck. "The Earths Best Taco" they say... that's a stretch!

So...disappointing!…read more I came to this spot with family who raved about the tacos being lowkey almost like we back in LA. Welp, I ordered 1 chicken and 1 Carne Asada and also Charro Beans. The chicken was fresh and so flavorful, but the Carne Asada was bland and even a little dry. However, the Charro beans were on point and so flavorful. I heard they have been at this location for a long time and my fam used to frequent here back in the day. What disappoints was my fam got sick from the Carne Asada. The next day we ordered chicken again and they were stale and old from two days prior. This was confirmed by the staff. They were offered my fam a refund. Ugggh... so disappointing. You can't claim to be the best and serve old meat. That's a no no.

Food truck

Pickled red onions, green salsa and habanero salsa.

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Pastor Mini Tacos, Pastor Torta, Borracho Beans

Sanchos

4.2(662 reviews)

5.1 mi•Five Points

I LOVE THIS PLACE! Fun atmosphere, great music and some awesome margaritas and drinks. They have…read morecool bands a lot too. What's not to love? Highly recommend it for happy hour or a fun outing with friends.

I used to love the food, but $27 for a bowl and paying 20 ish bucks for a side a pork belly is a…read morelittle out of hand. I still enjoyed the food, but I think going forward I'll order the tacos for $15. Kinda disappointed a few months ago it was $12 bucks. I did get a margarita for $6 it was watery, but it was strong. Go for the drinks and order the tacos as is.

5.9 mi•Downtown, Southtown, Lavaca

Cool setting for a good time. Too bad their food Sucks

Picadillo (5) with arroz and beans

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Picadillo (5) with arroz and beans

Taqueria Los Cuates

4.6(191 reviews)

Anytime I come to San Antonio I can't leave without having Tacos and hopefully some good smoked…read moremeat too (BBQ), but on this trip, the tacos I did have weren't hitting the spot for me and I also didn't get a chance to get to a good BBQ joint, so I stopped in here on my last day in town and they didn't disappoint! Upon walking in I saw two spits spinning in the flame with Al Pastor being cooked. The taco prices are very cheap, starting at $2.50 each! They only sell Al Pastor, but they have beer, sodas, and water too. They also have a nice assortment of 4 sauces they make, which were all amazing too! The tortillas were great! Perfect size for the taco and the meat on the taco was spot on for Al Pastor! Flavor was great, meat was fresh and moist, and the amount they put on each taco was huge! Highly recommend stopping in!

Taco Al Pastor is what they do best - 3 are enough for me; my boys/hub need at least 5. Currently…read more$2.50/each - such a great deal. The sauce takes the tacos to the next level - Tomato Pineapple & Tomatillo are both mild and delish. 13 minute walk from Marriott San Antonio Riverwalk - they do have "to-go" containers; there is a great park between the hotel and Taqueria if u want to eat in the park. Best food in the hotel/downtown area - worth the walk (or scooter)!

Gringa on flour.

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Pete's Tako House

4.3(1.5k reviews)

4.8 mi•Downtown

Our waitress was great!…read more I had the potato and egg taco and the fish taco. The potato and egg taco did not have any taste...literally. The fish taco was ok but it had too much salt and could have done with some lettuce and cheese. My husband had the potato and egg taco (same feedback as me), and the beef taco, which he absolutely loved. Will we be back? No, but you can try it for yourselves (maybe not the potato and egg though).

This place is really good. Even better than the food is the people here. Everyone seems genuinely…read morehappy to be here. Bravo!! I thought the chilaquiles taco was amazing!

Poco De Todo

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Carly P.

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11 years ago

Love there food. Great little place. Never had a bad time there and I try something new each time. Perfect for lunch!

Cameron F.

7

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10 years ago

Waiting 30 minutes in an empty restaurant for three mediocre tacos is never worthwhile.

Marissa G.

Elite 14

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13 years ago

Yum, yum yummy tortillas!

Tam N.

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11 years ago

i really enjoyed it

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