Completely forgot a pic of our food but I think that's how much I enjoyed it! I had the chicken and waffle. Perfect combo of salty and sweet. My husband had barbacoa chilequiles. It was a ton of food and worth the reasonable price. We'll be back! It may be Happy Hour next time. read more

We were seated right away even though we arrived early, and the service felt warm and welcoming from the start. The Texas-themed setting was cute and comfortable, with a relaxed noise level, and while most of the food was just average, the double pork chop was the clear standout. Remaining pork chop will go into my breakfast taco tomorrow. read more

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What a great first meal. Staff seated us quickly, promptly greeted and water in hand in less than 5 min. Wonderful first impression. Ordered an assortment of options. But truly adored and will be back for the hash and orange/cinnamon pancakes. So wonderful and unforgettable. Thanks to our server and the entire staff. We will be returning. read more

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Went for a mom's night out and was two of our first time there. The ambiance is beautiful. I wish I would have taken more pictures of the inside. But it was so busy and we got sat down so fast. We got seated upstairs which was also so nice and private. We got the shrimp and pork belly bites as an appetizer. I also got the western burger that was delicious, one friend got the meatloaf and as soon as she bit into it her eyes rolled back so I knew it was good and our other friend got the chicken friend steak with Brussels sprouts and mash potatoes, the Brussels sprouts were fabulous!! Service was great fast. Will def be going back and def recommend trying this place out. read more

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I really wanted to love Haywire but it was unfortunately a disappointing experience. I was visiting SATX and saw the Cowgirl Dinner advertised heavily on social media, so I was eager to try it and the $30 price made it even more intriguing. Unfortunately it fell flat of expectations and the photos and our very sweet server and hostesses were the only redeeming parts. Starting with the ambience, upon arriving to our reservation for 8:30, we ended up waiting another 30 minutes until we were seated after many other parties. I understand that things can get busy with walk-ins but it was a bit frustrating to stand waiting until the limited lobby seating opened up for us to then wait another 20 minutes for a table we reserved to finally open up. The restaurant is very aesthetically pleasing and the chandeliers and beautiful booth seating plus the partially-open kitchen setup is nice to look at however, and I can see why this spot is appealing as a girls night out dinner spot. The hostesses were very sweet and our server was kind as well, which made the experience better. However, the Cowgirl Dinner was disappointing and I would have preferred to pay double for a decent meal. The steak was very dry and bland, and I don't know that it was seasoned at all. The salad was also somehow dry and felt stale, and the fries were fine but nothing extraordinary. We also got a mac & cheese on the side to split which was also oddly bland and watery. I desperately wanted to enjoy this meal but it really just fell flat. I would recommend Texas Roadhouse before I would probably go here again unfortunately, and it may just be the Cowgirl Dinner specifically which is not the best, since I have not been here before. Although it photographed beautifully, it unfortunately was not as great as the videos made it seem. read more

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OH Cowgirl Dinner, you were so devine! You CANNOT beat their amazing March deal which scores you a 5 oz steak with roasted garlic butter, tallow fries, side classic caesar salad and a dirty martini or lemon drop martini! Just WOW! All that for $30! Everything that was there was delicious and their caesar salad was something else! Much different flavor combinations than other places that I've had elsewhere! Came for "dinner" during lunch hour and it was just so perfect as it wasn't super busy that we basically had a giant table just for ourselves! Including my wild toddler who decided to not eat except for fries, ha! Our server was amazing and was on par with making sure we had everything we needed! Also, they had kids menu with crayons and a coloring sheet with menu included. The aesthetic of this place over all was giving country modern, it very much a vibe!! Restaurant itself was very kid friendly, thankfully! Parking: usual mall parking but since going on a weekday, it was definitely easier than weekend parking. Would love to come back and try more offerings!! read more

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My wife and I went on a date here and got steaks. I will say the steak was perfectly cooked as I wanted it, and had a great sear on the outside and medium on the inside. The only reason I did not give it 5 stars is because of a few issues. The first issue is that my wife and I had a reservation and still had to wait close to 30 minutes to be seated. I'd understand maybe 10 minutes or less, but a 30 minute wait with a reservation felt too long. The other reason I did not give it a 5 star is because of the fries. They were sitting ready to be taken to the customers in the kitchen, and we got some that tasted like they were sitting for too long and were stale and not that great since they were not fresh. The third issue was that we bought a bottle of wine, a bubbly one, and it was hot, so the first pour was not that great. But once it was in the ice, it tasted much better. Overall, this place is great, awesome on the inside, it just had a few issues that made the experience less than spectacular. read more

Haywire - New American Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

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I made reservations at Haywire for the first time to celebrate my birthday. I was looking for somewhere new to try and after a little searching I landed on Haywire--and I'm so glad I did. First off, this place is a total showstopper. From the moment you walk in, the atmosphere just grabs you. It feels upscale and polished but still has that warm Texas charm. The design, the vibe, everything about it makes it feel like a special place. We had an amazing experience, and the sweet young lady who took care of us all night was fantastic. Every recommendation she gave us was spot on. We started with drinks and their meat and cheese board. My husband ordered the Haywire Old Fashioned (Texas pour) and said it was one of the best he's had in a long time--he ended up ordering three, so that should tell you everything you need to know. I don't drink alcohol, so I was excited to see they had mocktails on the menu--and not just as an afterthought. I ordered the Mojito Refresher and wow... it was incredibly refreshing and easily one of the most enjoyable mocktails I've had anywhere. For dinner my husband ordered the Cowboy Ribeye with shrimp and tallow fries. It came out perfectly cooked, packed with flavor, and looked absolutely mouthwatering. I ordered the redfish and I'm so glad I did. It was light, fresh, and beautifully prepared--honestly the kind of dish you keep thinking about after the meal is over. I really wish we had a place as nice and upscale as Haywire on the northeast side of San Antonio, but this spot was absolutely worth dealing with the traffic. If you plan to go, definitely make reservations. We went on a Tuesday and by 6 PM the place was filling up fast with people waiting out the door. This is exactly what a Texas restaurant should look and feel like. We will definitely be back. read more

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Visited twice now, and overall I've really enjoyed the experience. The atmosphere has a warm upscale Texas feel and makes for a great date night or girls' night out. I LOVE the chandeliers!! The food presentation is beautiful and the service has been great both visits. My only downside, and the reason for taking away a star, is that I've had to deal with gnats both times I visited. read more

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I Love the ambiance! It's airy and spacious and the vibe is alive and classy, but comfortable. I wouldn't go here in shorts and a T-shirt or flip flops. It's a care what you wear kinda place!! The bar is comfortable and not cramped, and if you want it, they'll make it. The service was top notch, especially at the bar, which isn't always what I find at a busy place. Their menu is well rounded with something for everyone. I haven't had a bad bite yet and I've been here 3x's. If you're looking for a romantic night out, just hanging with some friends OR some family time, Haywire would accommodate all 3 scenarios. Give it a try I don't think it will disappoint. read more

One of my favorite restaurants in San Antonio! We went during happy hour and it was perfect. The frozen margarita was delicious and honestly made me tipsy with just one! I also got the farmhouse bowl and that was yummy. Overall, great service and always happy to spend some time here. read more

Haywire - Frozen margarita - New American Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

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Service was friendly and efficient. Food was delicious and the restaurant is just beautiful. Really enjoyed my visit.

We came here to celebrate our daughter's birthday, my first time here. W we made reservations as we had 11 in our group. I was very impressed with the restaurant and our server. We ordered the Queso Blanco as starter which we all throughly enjoyed. I ordered a Midnight in Marfa Margarita to drink which was very smooth and refreshing. My wife ordered the Struped Bass which she really enjoyed and I ordered the Chicken Fried Steak which was excellent. For dessert my wife and I split the Whiskey Bread Pudding which was warm and magnificent. Some would say they have a limited menu, but they are very good at what is on the menu. Everyone was very happy and 1 grandson said they made the best hamburger. read more

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Update: I came back the next day to meet another niece of mine and this time I ordered the fish tacos and they did disappoint (cry emoji here). There was something missing.... I asked for lemon to see if it helped but no that didn't satisfy my taste buds. I think I'll stick to the steak and the Chicken BLT sandwich Haywire never disappoints--I love this place! My niece was in town, my boys were starving ( like always) and I was ready for some really good food--not fast food, but something worth slowing down and enjoying. Haywire was the perfect excuse and If you read my other reviews I'm not a big fan of long waits so we came at the perfect time; LUNCH TIME! Thankfully it wasn't busy, so we were seated right away. I ordered the chicken sandwich, and it was really good. The chicken was cooked perfectly, the bacon had that perfect crisp, and I loved the fresh arugula--it all came together so well, especially with the fries on the side. I only finished half, but honestly, I was excited to have the rest later for dinner My niece went with the meatloaf, and the boys had cheeseburgers--everyone loved their meals. It was one of those simple, satisfying outings where everyone leaves full and happy. Haywire, I can't wait to come back again and try something new. read more

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We came here for an anniversary lunch and honestly had such a great experience from start to finish. We started with cocktails. I got the Front Porch Swing, which was super refreshing, sweet, and absolutely delicious. My partner got the Tequila Old Fashioned, and he really enjoyed it too. For appetizers, we ordered the fried green tomatoes, and I'm not exaggerating when I say they were the best fried green tomatoes I've ever had. They were served over a green goddess dressing that paired perfectly with them. Seriously so flavorful and just amazing. I also got the venison chili, which was so good, especially with the side of cornbread. Warm, comforting, and full of flavor. For my main dish I ordered the Cobb salad, and it was HUGE. I couldn't even finish it all, but it was really fresh and delicious. My partner ordered the redfish plate, and it was amazing too. The mashed potatoes were incredibly garlicky and flavorful, the fish was cooked perfectly and stayed tender, and the lemon cream sauce on top pulled everything together so well. For dessert, we got the chipotle chocolate layer cake, and wow... absolutely one of my favorite chocolate cakes I've ever had. I normally hate chipotle flavoring in desserts, but this had the perfect subtle warmth at the end without being overpowering. It was served with ice cream and was honestly the perfect ending to the meal. Overall, this was such a great anniversary lunch. Great food, great drinks, and everything we ordered was genuinely enjoyable. We'll definitely be back. Our server was so sweet and wonderful as well! 10/10 recommend the fried green tomatoes and that chocolate cake! read more

This was an amazing and very laid back, restful lunch with friends. The place is in the La Cantera mall. So, that is not what I knew, so, fair warning. We went there the 2 weeks before Christmas, so parking was a bear, but only because we didnt want to pay for valet. The wine list was extensive. I got a lovely glass of Moscato and hubby got a glass of Riesling. Quite tasty and great with our food! The cocktails, quite generous and tasty. The food came at a great pace! Andres was a fabulous server. He kept up with the pace of our table and everything came on a great time. The crab dip app and onion rings were so tasty. The half rack of ribs with Mac and cheese was fabulous! The catfish was great flaky and tasty. The wedge salad was also very tasty we added steak with an upcharge. The reddish was tasty and subbed the mashed with asparagus. Dessert was yummy and we took the left overs home! I cant wait to come back! read more

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My friends and I had such a great time here!! The vibes were awesome the waiter was fun and attentive and the food was so delicious! We were attracted by the cowgirl dinner but we will definitely be coming back another time as well! The fries were so so delicious and their chipotle ranch is SO good. Such a cute place inside and overall a great time. read more

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Went here on the weekend. It was my first time. There were lots of parking spaces out front. I didn't have to wait long for a very spacious seat inside. Service was good, and the food was delicious. I didn't get any drinks, but I enjoyed it so much that I went back the next day. I did make a reservation online, but it wasn't busy when I arrived both times. It did pick up after. On the first visit, I was closer to the kitchen and the wine stand. On the second, I was closer to the Xmas tree in the middle with the booth-like seats, which were very comfortable, by the way. The burger was good, and so was the salad, so fresh and delicious. I really enjoyed everything read more

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Went here for a date night on Saturday, arrived around 5pm and only had to wait about 10-15 minutes. The decor is amazing, there is always something new to look at. I love the candlelit tables. The food was amazing! I got the redfish (not pictured) sooo tender, well seasoned, and the shrimp & lump crab on top were so perfect. The asparagus with the lemon butter sauce was delicious. My fiance also loved his chicken fried steak. Our only complaint was the veggies needed a tad more salt, but that's no big deal. The pineapple mojito mocktail was very refreshing. Our server, Tatiana, was great and made wonderful recommendations. She's the reason I got the redfish! We will definitely be back. read more

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I had an incredible experience at Haywire! The food was absolutely amazing - every dish was flavorful, fresh, and beautifully presented. The customer service was top-notch from start to finish. Our waiter was especially impressive - very knowledgeable about the wine selection and helped us pick the perfect pairing for our meal. To top it all off, they surprised me with a dessert for my birthday, which was such a thoughtful touch and made the evening even more special. I highly recommend Haywire for anyone looking for great food, excellent service, and a memorable dining experience. The ambiance was also amazing - warm, stylish, and the perfect setting for a night out. read more

Haywire - Steak, Loaded Mashed Potatoes, Asparagus, Queso - New American Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

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Haywire is one of our favorite restaurants in San Antonio. It is a rustic yet elegant steakhouse with comfy, country fare and upscale decor. We have been for both brunch and dinner. The food and drinks have been superb and cooked to order. Steaks have been cooked perfectly, sides are delectable, and the Redfish is delightful. The Brussels Sprouts are a favorite and don't skip the desserts. Try their signature home cake that tastes much like a spice cake. Drinks are wonderful as well. A friend of ours tried the smoked whiskey and loved it. Service has always been impeccable. Servers are helpful and attentive and seem to care about making sure you have a great experience. We will go back many more times. read more

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Very disappointed in the visit my friends and I had on August 20th. My friend made a reservation in advance for 7:30 pm for a group of us. Once we arrived, the host gave us an initial wait just because she said people are still seated at our table but she assured us they would be done shortly. 20 minutes go by and we go to the host and she says they're still seated and we will still have to wait. At this point we are hungry and annoyed but what else can we do. We didn't get seated till 8:20 pm...almost an hour after an our reserved time. Ridiculous and poor planning on their part. Service was alright - not bad not great. I ordered the medium rare steak, it was tough and the side of fries were cold. Overall, I wasn't impressed with this place and I'm super saddened by our experience. I really wanted to love this place... read more

Haywire - New American Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

Was told about this place from a reliable restaurant goer, and decided to pop in while on short getaway. Walking up, Haywire gives premium restaurant vibes. Walking in, I was pleasantly surprised that the inside met the outside's expectation. I arrived a little early for my reservation, but the awesome hostesses were able to get us a table. It's a good thing I made that reservation (6:30 on a Friday), because the restaurant filled up pretty quickly. We were seated at a table upstairs (upstairs is superior for date nights), given a couple of menus, and our waitress took our drink order soon after. Everything is sourced locally and made to order. I ended up getting an old fashioned (one of the best I've had) to go with my New York Strip and brussel sprouts. The wife had a spicy margarita and a chicken dish. I got my steak the only reasonable way (mid rare). The seasoning and taste for both were phenomenal. You could taste the care in the food. We ended up getting a second round of drinks (the bourbon specialty drink was great). Maybe we caught them on a really good day, but we should've gotten meals to go! With a great atmosphere, staff, and outstanding food, Haywire should be on your restaurant list! read more

I had my birthday dinner at Haywire and it was my husband and my first time here. Upon entering I was blown away by the amount of beautiful chandeliers hanging in the main dining area. The restaurant was a full house, understandably. Haywire is a fairly new hot spot with all the upscale cowboy/western vibes; from beautiful and tasteful "Cowboy" artwork and aesthetic throughout the restaurant, and most of the staff wearing cowboy hats! Very pleasant experience! What we ordered: pork belly bites and fried green tomatoes (to start), pork ribs and rib eye steak for our main entrees. Our sides: Brussels sprouts, green beans, Mac & cheese, and chimichurri rice. Everything was absolutely delicious. I personally would have preferred the Brussels and fried green tomatoes cooked a little longer with less of a crunch but they were still very flavorful. They brought me their whiskey bread pudding for my bday dessert and they made it seem like it was on the house, but it wasn't lol. Still enjoyed it and highly! Highly! recommend it!! Overall, great service and great experience! Definitely returning because we heard the pork chop at haywire is better than Perry's iykyk lol read more

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Big flavors, cooked to perfection, practically dissolves in your mouth it is so tender. Gianni gave the best service I have experienced in a long time. He was knowledgeable and polite. We sat in the airstream, and it was vey comfortable. Music was nice. read more

Haywire - Prime Rib and broccolini - New American Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

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Took my wife here for her birthday and made reservations because as you can see the place gets packed. Rightfully so because the food was amazing. My wife got the ribs and I got the ribeye and both were prepared perfectly. The restaurant itself is gorgeous, great decor, nice layout with plenty of seating, and very friendly staff, I loved the cowboy theme it really felt like a high end steakhouse. I can't say I really liked the fried green tomatoes cause they were hard and sweet, maybe they would have been better if it was cooked longer I'd say the same for the Brussels sprouts as well. One thing that felt off was when I made the reservations it asked if I had and request and so I wrote if there was any birthday decorations or anything that could be added to our table but I guess they don't do anything like that. I also mentioned to our waiter we were thinking of a dessert for her birthday celebration and he insisted that they already got it taken care of so we didn't get to choose from the menu which made me think it's was on the house as a gift or something since we didn't get to choose what she wanted, well when the bill came I saw that they charged me for the dessert which was fine but if that was the case we would have liked the option to choose what dessert we wanted. Anyway overall great experience and delicious food. Definitely will be back to try other things on the menu. read more

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We arrived and were seated before 6:00, during what should have been happy hour. The restaurant was busy, but it still took about five minutes before a server came to take our drink order. When we asked about the happy hour special, we were told it didn't apply, even after explaining that we had been seated before 6:00. I was basically accused of being a liar. The response felt dismissive and unprofessional, which was disappointing. Based on this experience, we won't be returning. read more

Cowgirl dinner was very disappointing. :( We went on a Thursday for early dinner/ girls night. 3 of us total. For the cowgirl dinner, it comes with a small steak, tallow fries, a small Caesar salad and either a martini or lemon drop. (this sounds like a perfect girl dinner for $30)! But unfortunately for us, the bar was completely out of martini glasses, it took 45 minutes for my martini to come, and when it did, it was in a short drinking glass. I had to ask for a martini glass and was told they could try to bring me one, but they are selling too many cowgirl dinners and that might not make it happen. I was very disappointed with this but understood. Fortunately, for me, they found a glass for me but not my friends. (Again this was not the biggest deal just disappointed) My biggest issue was when the food came, it was cold, and there was no garlic butter on our steaks. Not to mention, One of the Caesar salads had no dressing. And a side of mac & cheese we ordered, came out 25 minutes after our food arrived. Our server ended up telling us they just could not support (as a restaurant) the amount of reservations they were taking for service. We felt the advertisement of the "girl dinner" was overdone on social media for what is actually produced. Overall not the worst dinner but still expected more from my past experiences here. read more

What an experience! My little sis and I met friends here for happy hour to catch up and enjoy some good food. Haywire sure didn't disappoint- from the eye-catching space to the vibe to the food and service, everything was great. Everybody ordered from the HH menu- Sis and I both ordered cheeseburger sliders and split a grilled chicken Cobb salad. The sliders were nothing but the truth. The beef was grilled to perfection, with basic condiments being all that was needed. The Cobb was enormous, definitely sized for two people. Our friends also had a double order of sliders and split a Farmhouse Bowl, which was a nice mix of greens and grains. It looked delicious, definitely worth checking out on another visit. We all ordered a Bourbon Smash drink, which was the refreshing answer to a hot Texas afternoon. Our server was a spunky redhead that made our visit extra memorable. Haywire definitely left a big impression, big enough to get me to return again really soon. read more

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Over the course of three days we ate at this location twice...lunch and dinner. My general impression is it needs a lot of work ... attention to detail that is currently lacking. A very good location, plenty of space, large bar, decor is a very rich ranch feel. The service was a mix. The lunch waitress was not very attentive. Others had to recognize the water bottle was empty and other little things. She checked as our food was delivered and did not come back to check on us. The dinner waitress' timing was much better. We did not want for anything. The hostess was having a difficult time juggling people coming in the door...the front waiting area is awkward. We asked for a booth and got seated at a table. Then they figured it out and moved us. Most important was a steak house that was out of three steaks on their menu. How does that even happen? Lack of planning? The food was a mix. - the Cobb salad was tasty but drenched in salad dressing. - loved the queso with picadillo. - Chicken fried chicken had a thick, crispy batter. The gravy was good. The green beans were seasoned well and cooked perfectly. - The bar drinks were unique .. front porch swing was a combo of rudy red vodka, aperol, juices and agave. - The steaks were not cooked correctly nor were they consistent. Medium rare is not 90% red meat. The seasoning was too salty. I had to send the first steak back as it was missing the garlic. - The mash potatoes were inconsistent between the two meals. Lunch was creamy, seasoned well, and buttery. Dinner was chunky, little seasoning or butter. - The grilled shrimp was amazing!!! So 2 meals for $210 (before tips). I expect a better experience than we had. Like I mentioned ... attention to detail is missing here. read more

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Haywire is a wonderful addition to the restaurant options at The Shops at La Cantera. Their food is wonderful from appetizers to desserts, just drinks or entrees. The atmosphere is gorgeous, decorated in western glamorous decor complete with heavy wood rustic furniture and a ceiling full of chandeliers. The bar and wine wall are photo worthy as well and all of the servers are dressed in western wear. They have numerous seating areas and ample space but reservations are recommended for busy times. The chocolate cake is to die for but you might need help to finish it after a meal! The craft drinks are amazing, beautifully created at an amazingly crafted bar. Haywire has it all, ambiance wonderful service and delicious food with a rotating menu and something for everyone. read more

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We made reservations for a birthday dinner and were sat quickly. Everyone we interacted with was very kind and helpful. The drinks were delicious. Food is local and was fresh. There are kids menus. The aesthetic of the restaurant is beautiful. Will definitely be returning. read more

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This was my first time here, my sister recommended this location and made dinner reservations. Parking wasn't bad at all. The location at La Cantera is nice, easy to locate. Once we walked in the hostess wasn't at the door so we weren't immediately geared however it only took a minute or two but they were welcoming with a smile. We were directed to our table and our server came over immediately. She was really attentive and friendly. The food is pricey but well worth it! I will most definitely be coming back. read more

Haywire - Birthday girls #AugustLeos - New American Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

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My husband and I came here last Sunday to celebrate our 8th year anniversary . We came here for brunch and we had an appetizer the Vaquero shrimp which was so fresh and flavorful and the shrimps were pretty large that I felt very full already after eating at least 4 pcs . Then my entree which is the Crab cakes Benedict and my husband had the Ranch Hand breakfast with that thick cut bacon and potatoes as well as some eggs . Finally my husband ordered their homemade pecan pie which was so sinfully delicious . All the food were flavorful and the servings are all generous . Would definitely come back for dinner or maybe during happy hour read more

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First time trying haywire & we will be back! The atmosphere is very nice inside, nicely decorated & very spacious. The server was very attentive & gave goo recommendations. The food came out timely. Everything tasted amazing & good portion sizes. The menu has a good variety on it, can easily find something for everyone! read more

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I had wanted to try their pecan pie after I found out about it. It has a cinnamon roll crust according to the description. I was disappointed with it. The pecan pie was big and it came with vanilla ice cream. The pecan pie wasn't worth the $12.95 they charged for it in my opinion. The pecans on top were very hard and not easy to cut into. The middle part was lacking in flavor. The cinnamon roll crust was the most disappointing part of it all the crust tasted no different than a normal pecan pie crust. I ate it at the bar and the service was just okay. It took longer to expected to get the pecan pie. I do not recommend ordering the pecan pie dessert when you eat there. It's high priced and overrated. The bread pudding was delicious. I had it on a different occasion and it was amazing. Get that instead of the pecan pie. read more

Haywire - The Route 66 Pecan Pie - New American Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

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In town for UTSA for the weekend, looking for a good dinner and chill place after a long flight from NY. Haywire is close to the hotel albeit in a strip mall. Seems a little bit upscale location with a huge bar that seats 25. They have a space for private events as well as an upstairs so plenty of seating which also includes outdoor seating. Bartender was very nice and upbeat. Dedicated to get it right. She had a young man that had food allergy issues and she went the extra to make sure the staff knew about it in the back. I ordered a Jamison and Ginger since only 4 beers on tap. Haywire has a happy hour special with food included sliders, elk tacos, and chips/queso. I ordered the sliders to start. Went through those quickly(2 sliders) so I ordered another 2 and a side of tallow fries. As always I ask would I come back? If I lived in the area Haywire would be a nice dinner date or work functions. read more

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Make a reservation to avoid ridiculous wait time! Came on a Monday night, still extremely busy. Nice decor, very western with cowboys and rodeo stuff. A wall of nice wines. It is loud inside. Food - steak salad was amazing! Though request for steak to be lightly salted instead and light dressing. Otherwise, delicious. Cheeseburger, on the smaller portion but tastes great. Amazing drinks. Oh yea, save room for that pecan pie.... SO good! We almost never get desserts but had to try this. It tasted as great as it looked on pictures! Service - a star down cuz it took at least 6 mins before anyone came over to us after being seated. I guess they're busy but a lot of cowboys standing around. Otherwise, she was great and refilled water frequently. We'd be back with another reservation soon! read more

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My team was in town for a work trip and staying near the Rim and La Cantera. When we asked for a good option for dinner around there, Haywire came highly recommended. We made our reservation online, which was super easy, and it didn't give us a hard time about having a larger party (7-10). The restaurant is what others have referred to as "cowboy chic"; mix of ranch and class and upscale ambience. They provide a farm to table menu, partnering with local farmers, ranchers, and growers. The menu had a good variety of options for all levels of hungry. They even offer a Cowboy Feast, if you are looking for massive quantities of food, are a competitive eater in training, or sharing with others. Our server Andres took really good care of us and was such a good sport with our group, who were a little stir crazy from being cooped up in meetings for two days straight. He also gave us solid recommendations for food and drinks. Everyone was incredibly satisfied with their choices. The Old Fashioned and Espresso Martinis especially received rave reviews. I got the BBQ ribs and they literally did fall off the bone. The mac and cheese side was delightful; nice crispy breadcrumbs on top. We also did a queso blanco and gulf coast ceviche for appetizers and those did not disappoint either. The restaurant offers several private or large dining spaces for meetings or parties, so I can see with the service + food + dining options why it is so popular in the area. Will likely be returning. I have my eye on the Farmhouse Bowl for next time. read more

Haywire - Old Fashioned options - New American Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

Oh man, they really got the name right. This is the weirdest, most confounding restaurant I have ever experienced. Surreal, but not in a good way. Arrived Monday, May 11 for our 6 pm reservation for 9. There were plenty of tables. Upon check in, hostess said they were just going to check that our table was ready. That's when things went off the rails. It was obvious they had screwed up the reservation-managers heading to the front and you could see the hostess was flustered. Then they started setting up our table - a table right by the door. Not cool for a reservation but no biggie. For some reason it took 15 minutes to bring out the extra place settings. Then while we are standing there watching, they started pouring water. Really? Just seat us already. Now for the table. Long, u shaped booth, impossible for conversation. Picture the last supper. My dad and I on the ends couldn't really converse with anyone. Just a dumb set up for any party larger than 4. We did try for another table, but of course not available even though we made a reservation 2 weeks ago. Pretty sure they don't understand what a reservation is. Then we got the spiel and I asked for a wine list. That took about 10 minutes. I ordered a bottle of white and 2 bottles of red. 20 minutes later, she returns and tells us they don't have the white. I order a different bottle. 20 minutes later, they come back and say they don't have the red and offer a bottle that's $15 more expensive. In between, they tried to upsell our water to "coca cola products." Anyway, I let the waitress know this upselling wasn't acceptable and to bring back the wine list. Another 20 minutes goes by and now a manager comes and apologizes and says the refrigerator was broken and she wanted to chill the wine first. At this point I asked, "what about the red?" She said, "what red", and gave some excuse We are now more than an hour in and not a drop of wine has been poured. The apps game. They were ok. Fried green tomatoes were too green and were not cooked properly (raw), but Ok. I think we also managed to get our orders. Finally the white wine came, then maybe 10 minutes later the manager showed up with 1 bottle of our second choice red (we ordered 2). The waitress, bless her heart, could not open the wine. She said she was trying to remove it so it didn't pop (it was Pinot Grigio) and actually accidentally smashed the bottle on the table. She ended up breaking the cork and pouring too many glasses of white. No biggie . The "manager " handled the red. She also could not open a bottle of wine and broke the cork. Meanwhile, the poor waitress who had obviously been thrown into the fire with no training and no support, offered to get an ice bucket for the white. Came back, forgot it, came back again 15 minutes later, poured water from the water bottle on the table into the icebucket and proceeded to put the red bottle "on ice." So at this point, we are just going with it. Pushing 2 hours in, we had finished apps and finally had wine. Then the food came. We were missing some items. I had the 13 oz ribeye. I ordered it medium. It was well done, not medium, and very salty. Smallest spinalis I've ever seen on ribeye-maybe it was a select cut? Green beans were raw and flavorless. Loaded mash potatoes had good flavor, but were lukewarm. And no steak knives? Why?? I didn't have the heart or another hour to spare , so I didn't send it back. When they realized it was my birthday, they offered free dessert, which I declined because I knew it would be another 30 minutes. We never got the second bottle of red or anything other than excuses from the manager- who we did not call, she came of her own accord. I feel our waitress was just hung out to dry by a terrible system. Bill was presented and they clicked past the receipt and straight to the payment screen and the waitress pretty much ran way after that. Given the chaos and missed items, including the wine, as well as no communication around gratuity being added or not, we had to go to the hostess to check the bill. Cherry on top? She said we had to run the card to see it. What the actual hell? Frankly, reading other reviews about how they run out of wine and food, and always suggest a higher dollar item to replace, I suspect this by design. It certainly felt like a bait and switch to me. Anyway, we got out alive and fed and have a story to tell. I can't imagine how this place stays in business. Haywire, indeed. read more