El Sol Mexican Restaurant

I got these and a side of fideo, the fideo was good but looked like it was sitting in a hot pot and…read moreheated up but was confusing because it took so long to be brought out I would have thought they were making a fresh batch. Everything else was so filling and amazing! Very authentic! Good service as well, wait time was expected because of the good reviews online but I just reserved my table through yelp :)

This was a very unassuming place in a 'not as scenic' part of SA…read more The sign outside was nicer than the other Mexican joint nearby. Don't get confused. That place was empty and this place was mostly full. The inside was simple, working class style but nice tables and clean. The Chile Relleno was legit and the added chicken was seasoned to perfection. And the cocktail they made my wife was tasty and strong. And anyone who know me, knows that I test a Mexican restaurant by how well they make a basic rice and beans side dish. This place passed with flying colors. I've never gone wrong with any Mexican place that if they put the attention and focus into rice and beans, then the entrees are pretty spectacular. Check them out!

3.8 mi•Downtown, Southtown

Sope de Chicharron, menudo, cafe de olla.

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Chili Relleno plate

Rosario's ComidaMex & Bar

3.9(4.2k reviews)

Happy hour specials

Large group friendly

Love this place! We had a wonderful experience! The food was absolutely delicious-everything was…read morefresh, flavorful, and beautifully prepared. What made the experience even better was the outstanding service from our waiter., Edward! He's friendly, attentive, and made sure we had everything we needed throughout our meal. His professionalism and warm personality truly made us feel welcome. I highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for great food and exceptional service.

Great service and atmosphere although the DJ was late and didn't play any 80's music. Our group…read moreleft early. But food was great, drinks were great keep up the great work!!

The exterior of Rosarios on South St. Mary street in Southtown San Antonio at dusk.

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Our rooftop views look great bathed in summer sunset hues! Join us for an after dinner drink on the Rooftop Bar at Rosarios.

Mi Tierra Cafe & Bakery

3.7(4k reviews)

4.2 mi•Downtown

Attentive service was friendly and sweet for our must go to place for pastries before hitting the…read moreRiverWalk. The wedding cookies were so good we bought a few walked around the Mexican market and came back for more. The pumpkin and sweet potatoes empanadas just came out of the oven and were really flavorful. Palmares cookies were a large size and also were a good treat that offer a flaky buttery crisp flavor. 5 out of 5. Parking is limited but available if come early. Nice truly authentic bakery decorated with Mexican items and even heard mariachi playing in restaurant .

A couple of old friends recommended Mi Tierra Cafe & Bakery when I was in downtown San Antonio last…read moreweekend. They were bragging about the nachos. I decided to stay in the city longer to check out this place. This restaurant is huge and the wait was 45 minutes on a Sunday afternoon. We used our waiting time to stroll through the Mercado across the way. Once the table was ready, my friend got a text. I always wanted to try menudo every Mexican restaurant I go to. But not until I saw the sign on the back cover. This restaurant is under the same owner as Pico de Gallo. Omg. I just had their menudo the day before. No thanks. I decided to order fajita chicken salad. The portion was really small. The food only filled a half of the fried salad bowl. I asked to put cheese on the side. It may had it look more but I don't eat cheese as much. I was glad that dressing was on the side. Which was too salty for me. So, if the food was the same as other chain, we could have eaten there which was closer to the hotel. But I noticed the difference was the servers. Our waitress was cuter and very polite. My friends kept teasing her. She kept good manner and responded back with a smile "uhhh no". Hahaha.

Balcony in the bar

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Maria Bonita

This place has great food and music! Benjamin was a perfect bartender and was very attentative!read more

Benjamin was great! it was such a friendly and professional atmosphere. Drinks and food were great!…read moreBenjamin was our bartender and made sure we always had our drinks filled and gave great service, will be back again

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Chili Relleno

Domingo

4.0(927 reviews)

4.3 mi•Downtown

Went here for a work lunch with coworkers. The place is so beautiful inside and out. Luckily we got…read moreto sit by the river which great weather. The service was fast and friendly. Our waiter checked on us a lot and was very knowledgeable about food allergies and substitutions. Our drinks and meal came out fairly quick. The guac and chips are yummy. The guac was creamy but does have a spicy kick to it. I also tried the cucumber agua fresca. So refreshing and light. For the meal I had the Baja fish tacos. It doesn't come with a side but it does have 3 very filling tacos. It was grilled halibut, pico, romaine lettuce, guacamole and Baja sauce. It was delicious and very flavorful. It needed a spicier sauce but deff would go back for this.

We (husband and I) got the street corn and short rib quesadillas to share. Our friends also split…read morethe quesadillas. Cooked perfectly, seasoned well, and love the pickled onions and lime on the side. My husband ordered the old fashioned, which he liked. I got the mezcal spritz which was 10/10 (and huge). We couldn't decide on desserts and decided to split the cheesecake and churro waffle. They ran out of cheesecake so they gave us tres leches as a substitute--as a huge tres leches fan, this was even better. Both desserts were outstanding. 10/10 will be back if visiting San Antonio again Service was also exceptional--ask for Theresa!! Love the setting, definitely sit outside if you can! Sitting by the river is super scenic and romantic.

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La Fonda on Main

4.1(1.2k reviews)

6.2 mi•Monte Vista

WOW! What a beautiful place! The restaurant has a feeling of importance and history that was felt…read morefrom the moment we walked in the door. The food is absolutely delicious. The flavors and balance of every item shows a level of attention that is rare to see these days. Our service was attentive and only enhanced the dining experience that much more.

We just had our second incredible meal at this place, and we're still raving about it!…read moreThe dinner menu truly impressed us once again. There's such a wonderful selection, and everything we tried was absolutely delicious. As parents with notoriously picky eaters, we especially appreciate how accommodating the staff is - it's such a relief to know that our kids can also find something yummy with just a quick chat with the staff member. That really makes a difference for a family outing! And oh my goodness, the appetizers are simply fantastic. We couldn't get enough! I also have to give a special shout-out to the Carrajillo I ordered. It was such a delightful surprise - perfectly balanced, not overly sweet, with a lovely citrusy kick that made it incredibly refreshing. Definitely a new favorite drink! We're already looking forward to our next visit to explore more of amazing menu. Just a little heads-up for anyone else, we realized on our way out that there's an extra parking lot right across the street if the main one fills up. Super handy to know!

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Los Azulejos Restaurant

4.5(799 reviews)

12.1 mi

Los Azulejos is hands-down some of the best authentic Mexican food in San Antonio…read more We started with the guacamole and queso fundido, and both were out of this world -- fresh, rich, and packed with flavor. The Baja tacos were fantastic, and the enchiladas are an absolute must-order. But the real star of the show? Their corn tortillas. Truly amazing -- you can tell they're made with care, and they elevated every single dish. If you're looking for genuine Mexican flavors with great service to match, this is the spot. Can't wait to go back!

OMG! Best taco I have ever eaten!!! Chunks of rib eye, guacamole, and micro greens were chef's…read morekiss! a fabulous well-balanced green sauce for extra zest. The side was grilled bone marrow, simply delightful! I was dining alone and the waiter allowed me to get a single-size guac - I would not have been able to trul enjoy a full appetizer. Service is attentive without hovering. Full Bar Plenty of parking Absolutely love the Blue and White painted cow (complementlng the decor and plates) My only negative is they are now only open Thursday - Sunday; so plan ahead! Have I mentioned in a town full of Mexican food options this is my VERY FAVORITE!

Counter at the bar

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White corn.

Pollos Asados Los Norteños

4.7(1k reviews)

6.7 mi•Eastside

This place is a small hole in the wall type place but if you are looking for great Mexican bbq food…read more- look no further. The menu is fairly simple but everything is too notch. The grilled fajitas were exceptional - meat perfectly seasoned and peppers and onions perfectly seasoned and cooked. The beans have a great flavor and even the rice (I'm just not a fan of most Mexican rice because it's bland) had a great flavor. The tortillas are the perfect thickness and are soft and warm. And of course - the green sauce - it's amazing! Our server was very friendly and prompt and the food came out quickly on a Saturday evening during prime dinner time. The true indicator of how good this place is - we were the only gringos in the entire restaurant! We will most definitely be back before long!! Well done!!

Pollos Asados serves really good food and is definitely worth checking out. The flavors are bold,…read morethe chicken is cooked just right, and everything comes out fresh and satisfying. Portions are generous, prices are reasonable, and it's the kind of place you can count on for a solid meal whether you're dining in or taking it to go. Consistent and dependable every visit.

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Iron Cactus San Antonio

3.4(2.3k reviews)

4.3 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!

Iron Cactus was a great find. The staff was friendly and welcoming, and the food was excellent. I…read morehad the Mexican meatloaf, which was definitely not something I would normally expect at a Mexican restaurant, but it was unique and wonderful. The chorizo and ranchero sauce really made it stand out. The Mexican street corn on the side might have been even better. That stuff is seriously addicting like crack. I could have eaten a bowl of it by itself. Definitely a place I'd come back to.

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Iron Cactus on the River-Walk

Panfila Cantina And Restaurant

3.8(308 reviews)

20.3 mi

I still can't get enough of this place!!!! I keep coming back and love it every single time!! The…read morefood, the cafe de olla, the service the atmosphere, I love it all!! Been coming here for about 3 years, just updating my review!

Surprised the wife with a trip to Pan Fila for her favorite hot chocolate and concha. We started…read morewith the Pan Fila Conchota combo that is a combination of the two that is 1/2 gallon of hot chocolate made using a base of Abuelitas with additional cinnamon, and cocoa along with something special. It was delicious! The concha was soft, buttery and flaky, with just the right sweetness. We took home the majority of it and it stayed nice and soft instead of turning hard like so many others. We decided to try several appetizers to go along with our concha to get a wider taste of their food than we would by just ordering a couple entrees. Let me tell you, this was a great idea! We ordered the Tosti-Ceviche Verde, Panela Asado, Mexican Street Corn, and their Spicy Bean Dip. The Ceviche Verde was excellent, the freshness of the fish and shrimp was wonderful with the chipotle mayo and avocado. We chose to have it on the salsa Verde Tostitos and it was all great combination. The Panelo Asado was a completely new dish for us and was extremely good with a savory flavor from the salsa Tlaquepaque that mixed well with the Panela cheese. Their tortillas though not made in house, are made for them and taste like mom made them. The Mexican Street Corn was great and had the perfect bit of char taste from the corn. It was creamy and flavorful, we did think it could use just a tad more lime juice though. The Spicy Bean Dip was very good. You can't go wrong with Oaxaca, Chorizo, and pieces of pork mixed with some mildly spicy beans. Our server was fantastic. She had great recommendations for us, and was quick with checking on our drinks and generally helping us throughout our dinner. The food was prepared quickly, was hot, tasteful and refreshing. We definitely will be going back, and recommend Pan Fila to all of you.

Chicken Milanesa torta

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Chips and salsa

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Adam S.

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11 years ago

NOPE ! First , while we were eating , a guy from back (kitchen) went to register to flirt with waitress , being our waitress & i was trying to gain her attention because my tortillas were cold & hard . Obviously Not freshly made/bought .. Then I went to restroom and noticed mouse droppings near corner by sink . I Rarely post reviews , but felt the need to here because of the obvious neglect by management towards professionalism & sanitation ! read more

Red S.

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11 years ago

Since I`ve been there , hopefully they`ve replaced the obvious addicts within the staff . Tortillas were cold ,not very fluffy . I didn`t try everything on the menu , but what I did try , ehh , not again. read more

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