It's a must if you like German food and are on the riverwalk. Trust me...don't waste your time on other places. So few are good but this has been a staple since 1917. To remain that long in anything, they have to be doing something right. The Reuben is a perfect Reuben as you'd expect. The chicken and dumplings are a good hidden gem, especially if it's cold or you're hung over. The hefeweizen on tap is the bomb. The breaded cutlets...all of them...pork, veal, and chicken are fantastic. The deviled eggs are purely what you'd expect. The atmosphere is pristinely German. The German chocolate cake is delicious. The potato salad is very good and nothing funky. This place is exactly perfectly German and if you know...you know. Don't forget the homemade root beer. read more

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I really wanted to enjoy this restaurant, especially being German myself and always looking forward to authentic German cuisine. Unfortunately, the food was very disappointing, which is why I'm giving 3 stars. I ordered the veal Schnitzel with mushroom gravy (Jägerschnitzel) and red cabbage. The gravy had a strange gelatin-like consistency and lacked the rich flavor you'd expect from a proper Jäger sauce. The veal was extremely chewy and honestly made me feel ill afterward. The red cabbage was also very undercooked and completely lacked flavor. Overall, I personally did not find the food authentic or representative of true German cooking. What truly saved this experience was the outstanding customer service. Our server, Joseph, was attentive, professional, and genuinely kind throughout the meal. I also greatly appreciated Mr. Adam, the kitchen manager, who personally came out to discuss my concerns. He handled the constructive criticism with professionalism and openness, and I truly respected the fact that he listened carefully and considered my feedback regarding the sauce. Although I wouldn't personally return for the food, Joseph and Mr. Adam turned what could have been a terrible experience into one where I still felt valued as a customer. Their professionalism absolutely deserves recognition. read more

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The food was amazing Service was good. Ambiance was casual and laid back. 4 entrees, 2 desserts and 3 drinks was around $60 which was good. Definitely recommend read more

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Take a step back in time and enjoy a meal at a restaurant that's been around since 1917. Located in downtown San Antonio, the interior of Schilo's really has character. We came for a late Sunday breakfast and were immediately seated. Our service, by a waitress with a charming, radiant smile, was spectacular. Schilo's is known for making one of the best root beers anywhere, so I started with one of those, served in a frosty mug. If you love root beer, you won't find a better one than the one made in-house here. I ordered a breakfast of French toast with berries and a side of bacon. The French toast was standard but I loved that it came with a mini bottle of maple syrup. The delicious bacon (2 pieces) was served slightly chewy rather than crispy and the variety of fruit (blackberries, blueberries, grapes, strawberries, and melon) was fresh and vibrantly flavorful. While I was sipping on root beer, my wife ordered coffee which she oooohed and ahhhhed over and finally told me to taste it. It was really good! She spotted bags of Schilo's coffee beans for sale behind the counter and we ended up buying a bag. I really enjoyed the atmosphere of this place, a part of San Antonio's history. read more

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This was my first time trying to German restaurant. The inside was very warm and cozy with a rustic vibe. We were greeted and seated within a few minutes. The service was great. Our waiter was very attentive and quick to gather extra items we needed. I ordered a gluten free German waffle topped with strawberries and cream. A side of hash browns with , onions, cheese and a brat wurst, I loved the waffle. It was fluffy , semi sweet and huge! The hash browns with the cheese and onion were a great mixed together but they were a tad on the oily side. It was my first time trying a bratwurst sausage and I was pleased with the texture. Over all it was a great brunch combo. The only downside side is it wasn't brought out hot. My coworkers tried the split pea soup and the chicken and dumplings, and a Cobb salad. I was told the split pea soup was good and it had an earthy taste to it. The biscuits were huge and fluffy! Everyone was pretty pleased with their food. I did notice on the side of the building they had a little walk up to go window! I work near by so that deff comes in handy if you don't want to get mixed in the confusing lunch hour. read more

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This is the oldest restaurant on the Riverwalk. The place was rented out for a dinner we were attending. The service was amazing, and the food was pretty good as well. They are known for good root beers! I'd recommend getting one. I really enjoyed it and ordered 3 more for the table. I will say things are quite old like the seats, but that makes sense for the oldest restaurant there. I really enjoyed the beef and all the sides and sauces. The salmon was a bit dry and had some bones I had to pick out. read more

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Visiting San Antonio for business and read up on places to eat. This was one of them. I went for breakfast one morning and lunch another day. Both were busy. Both meals were absolutely delicious! read more

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Great German-style food, incredible root beer, and super friendly staff. I'd highly recommend for a casual lunch. read more

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This was my first time visiting San Antonio Texas. I was staying in the Riverwalk area and was looking for breakfast that didn't consists of only Tex-Mex options, which most of the Riverwalk does. Thanks to my fellow Yelpers, Schilo's was exactly what I was looking for! The food is considered German-American, but don't be fooled, this place is all Southern. We had the Poppa Fritz Breakfast, with a slice of Sour Doug bread. We tried their Deviled Eggs and their Biscuits and Sausage Gravy. Everything was delicious and exactly what we were looking for. This place is great for large crowds, the service is both friendly and fast, the place itself feels like it's been around as long as San Antonio has. If you're looking for a great tasting breakfast that is Riverwalk adjacent....then come to Schilo's, they'll take great care of you. read more

We visited Schilo's with high expectations, but the experience was mixed. There was about a 25-minute wait to be seated at 9:45 Saturday and service was very slow, though our waiter was friendly and accommodating, which we appreciated. The main issue was over-seasoning. The Schweineschnitzel (breaded pork cutlet) was unexpectedly spicy and heavy on cayenne. The potato pancakes were thick and doughy, and the applesauce was extremely cinnamon-forward, which did not pair well at all with the savory pancake. The sour cream on the side didn't help complement either flavor. The three-cheese spaetzle had too much nutmeg and parsley, leaving a lingering, funky aftertaste instead of a mild, buttery/cheesy flavor. Even the house-made root beer had an odd aftertaste. Schilo's has a lot of history and kind staff, but the food missed the mark in execution and felt less traditional than expected. read more

Schilo's - Schweineschnitzel (fried breaded pork cutlet) with a side of spaetzle and corn casserole - Delis Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

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Came in on a weekday and did a takeaway meal. The sandwiches always taste so good and they have delicious bakery items! Make sure you visit early because they aren't open for dinner. It's also a small restaurant so seating can be tight especially during tourist season. I've had the root beer float before and it's delicious. In terms of price, it's average for the area and slightly high for San Antonio. However, it's one of the less expensive places with decent food. The portions are huge so you can easily split or order a variety of items to share between a large group. read more

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One of the oldest restaurants in San Antonio is Shiloh's. Having worked behind the counter of a Jewish deli many years ago, I love going to good deli's and this is very much like a deli but not the same.. Along with my wife, we had our neighbors, who grow up in San Antonio and had never been here before, join us. The restaurant has an old style atmosphere about it with wood booths, tables and chairs. Tin ceiling tiles, fans and an old saloon continue the original San Antonio western feel we all love for those of us who live here and those who visit. A deli case filled with pastries, cheese cake and other goodies will make your mouth water. Like a lots of restaurants in Texas, Shiloh's is open 8-2:30 each day serving breakfast and lunch only. Our table service was friendly but a little slow. The breakfast menu looks fantastic but we came here after visiting the Briscoe Western Museum ( go there too) just around the corner in time for lunch. I had the taste of Germany, my wife had the Reuben with Pastromi, and my friend's had Riverwalk Kraut dog and a Cobb salad. My plate comes with schnitzel, red cabbage, sauerkraut, German potato salad and a bratwurst. I loved everything but the sauerkraut, which was good but too sour for my taste. The Reuben was very good but a lighter flavor than Jewish pastrami, which in my opinion is richer with a stronger flavor. My friends loved the hot dog, which was Texas size on a nice soft onion bun. Oh he also order a soft pretzel with beer cheese sauce which is really good. We had a straight root beer and a root beer float. Both were wonderful. Unfortunately we did not have room for the cheesecake which was a big mistake. We will be back for breakfast soon. Cheesecake is a breakfast item, isn't it? read more

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I was in town for a conference and found this spot easily walkable from the convention center. I couldn't pass up the chance to eat at the oldest restaurant in San Antonio! I ordered a reuben sandwich with fries and a mug of their root beer. The meat was very tender and the sandwich was the perfect size. My friend got the split pea soup and really liked it. We expected to wait quite a bit before getting in but after a short wait, we were seated and then served by a great server. read more

Schilo's - Reuben and fries! - Delis Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

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I was hankerin' for a Pastrami Sandwich and Schilo's was the closest. Their sandwiches are packed with tender, lean tasty pastrami. I also opted for the spicy mustard - yum!! I placed the order to go, which was ready by the time I drove the 3-miles to get there. So, service is great. I had to park in the public parking structure adjacent to Schilo's but, the $10 fee for the 7 minutes I was there is worth it!!! If you have time, I recommend staying and enjoying your meal there. The ambiance is traditional Deli with stamped copper ceilings and comfortable seating. As always - Eat In Good Health. read more

Schilo's - Pastrami sandwich on Rye. - Delis Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

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When we were in San Antonio walking around the streets just above the Riverwalk, we saw Schilos. Being German I love trying German restaurants for some of the unique dishes they offer. We stopped in for breakfast and I ordered the potato pancakes. True to form, they came with applesauce. These were some of the best I had tried. Later that day we stopped in to try one of their Bavarian pretzels with beer cheese. The pretzel came out perfect and the beer cheese was thick unlike some not so good restaurants. The thickness and flavor of the beer cheese is one to not miss! We actually finished the pretzel and I polished off the beer cheese with a spoon, it was that good. One other thing to note is that this is one of the oldest restaurants in San Antonio and the ambiance and decorations are just so cool. This is a must stop while in San Antonio. read more

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I have walked by this place numerous times and today I was able to give it a try. I liked the interior and the service was wonderful. We tried the schnitzel (pork and veal - jager) along with the sauerkraut, red cabbage, Spätzle, German potato salad and corn casserole, root beer and cheesecake. Highlight was definitely the root beer and cheesecake. I'd visit again for those and to try some of the deli items. read more

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I ate lunch here when in San Antonio for a tech conference. Food on the Riverwalk is supposed to pricey and not as good as a block or so away, but I thought a sandwich from a real deli couldn't go wrong. It was OK. There is one booth under the AC ducting where you will get a steady drip. We positioned ourselves to avoid it. The table service was good, but we had to have a few things redone because the kitchen did not follow the order correctly. I ordered a pastrami, but wanted mustard instead of Russian dressing. It came with Russian dressing and no mustard. In total, we had to send 3 of the 5 orders back because the kitchen got it wrong. They were very gracious about correcting the errors, I just wish it had been more consistent. read more

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Great history, great vibe, great service... but the food? Just okay. Our meals came out fast -- so fast it didn't feel cooked to order. Eggs were good, but the biscuits were dry, schnitzel was oily and only room temp, and the bacon wasn't hot. Felt like most items were prepped hours earlier and just waiting to be plated. Loved the atmosphere, but the food - sadly, no. read more

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Owned by Cafe Rio, I was skeptical. Rio was disappointing. Service was very good, food was quite good, and the atmosphere is pretty neat. It is an old bank converted to a restaurant, a long time ago. Clean restrooms We had breakfast, would visit again read more

The food was very good and the server Michael was the best! Nice decor and plenty of seating for breakfast or lunch. Highly recommend right by the alamo downtown read more

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Surprisingly bad bagels for a place with deli in its name :/ Cool old school ambience though read more

Breakfast was awesome. "Best pancake I've ever had!" -my 19 year old. Daniel B was our server, he did a great job. Made the breakfast a lot of fun. read more

Old style atmosphere. Service was good. Food was good. Would highly recommend! I wish they were open for dinner.

If you're in San Antonio Texas you need to stop at Schilo's. The potato pancakes were unbelievable along with the large breakfast that we ordered of eggs bacon biscuits with gravy and hash browns. Our waitress was extremely friendly and gave us a lot of information about the area along with the historical information of this restaurant. Since this place opened in 1917 it definitely has the feel of the old type delicatessen. Great place for breakfast and history if you're into San Antonio area. read more

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I have been to Schilo's a couple times over the last 20 years. It was a 5 when I started. I love a family deli that has a classic finish with old tile floors and hard woods. The staff is plentiful and engaging here at Schilo's! For all of these things they get points. My visit yesterday left me wanting more on the food side (literally and figuratively). My three things: 1) Ambiance, feels and staff get 5 stars it all 2) From the time I ordered to the time my plate showed up was less than 2 minutes. The good part was I was hungry. Bad part is that it was not prepared for me. 3) Sausages were small and sauerkraut was sitting in fluid which reminded me of my midwestern mom's kraut not my mother-in-laws who is from Poland. Need fluffy with caraway forward taste. Thanks for the visit ya'll! read more

Schilo's - Sausage platter with kraut and sweet potatoe fries. - Delis Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

Schilo's is rich in history but affordable to eat at. The food was delicious! The German-American menu offered multiple unique options, including potato pancakes with sour cream and applesauce which were warm and savory. Definitely a different experience from a traditional pancake. The homemade biscuit was enormous and fluffy. The waitress was super friendly, offering menu suggestions and recommendations for the area's attractions. The nostalgic decor of the restaurant was welcoming and engaging. The location of the restaurant was convenient to the River Walk and downtown. I look forward to going back and sampling from the lunch menu. read more

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Can't wait to return! I've been here twice and had amazing experiences both times!! Sampler was great...was not expecting the Reuben balls to be so good but they were! Pickles and cheese were fresh!! Pretzel was soft and perfectly salted! Don't sleep on the German sausage! The avocado toast was perfect!!! The chicken sandwich may have been the best we ever tried! And you should absolutely try the German potato salad! Order the Paralyzer--that Root Beer is soooo good!! Try something with it! And the best thing you can put in your mouth is that hot mustard!! Our server was freaking unbelievable and we didn't have to wait to be seated! The Bloody Mary bar was to die for amazing!!! My bestie really enjoyed it and we will be going back! read more

Schilo's - Avocado toast with over medium egg - Delis Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

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I don't come to SA without eating here. Get here when they open and set at the bar. Friendly banter and conversation between the staff make it feel like being at a family gathering. You get great service from people happy at their jobs and this is a textbook example of friendly, attentive service. Danny and all the staff took great care of me and recommend a breakfast mod of the Reuben lunch sandwich that was top notch. Especially the bread, a lot of places have a Rueben but the bread is just eh. Bonus points for the hash browns coming thin and crispy without having to ask special. Who likes thick, watery in the middle hash browns such that is the norm everywhere these days. Highly recommend a hand shaken bloodly Mary to get your morning veggies lol. read more

Schilo's - street view. good food ahead - Delis Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

This is a must every time we visit San Antonio. The atmosphere is wonderfully rich in history, the food is delicious, the waitstaff are so nice! We had the "Taste of Germany" plate, and shared a really good slice of German Chocolate Cake (I forgot to take a photo of the cake). When you go to Schilo's, be sure to get a mug of the root beer -- they make it themselves and it's wonderful! read more

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Schilo's (She-lows) was definitely a hit with the fam today! Nothing like starting the morning with a frosty mug of homemade root beer! It was delicious, and I can only imagine how good it'd be as a float! Just know not all dishes are available until 10:30AM, but even so, such great food for the morning! Kiddo and hubby got the breakfast schnitzel and turned it into a biscuit sandwich of joy. Really nice crunch on the schnitzel, not heavy or greasy, and the biscuit was nice and fluffy. I got the Reuben on gluten free bread, and I loved how much bite it had. Lots of vinegar and pickling from the sauerkraut with some solid pastrami. The Russian dressing was also really good on the sandwich and also to dip the sandwich in, because...why not? I haven't had pastrami for so long, so this was such a treat to have a Reuben! We will definitely be back. Service was lovely, so friendly, staff were so welcoming and kind! I loved the atmosphere, the decor, everything. Great place to eat with kids! read more

Schilo's - Pitcher of homemade root beer with frosty mugs! - Delis Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

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Shilo's is a staple in the heart of SanAntonio right on street level. It's a beautiful historic building with a lovely vintage bar and antique decor to complement the building. I went for lunch, their menu consists of German style deli food. I loved the German style potato salad and my melted cheese and ham sandwich was on soft pumpernickel bread that was slightly grilled to perfection. Our server was great as it was our first time visiting so she had great recommendations and the drinks were a great compliment to our lunch. It was a great experience and definitely something different than the average Riverwalk meal. read more

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Really not great. Our server Jon Michael was amazing! The restaurant is really beautiful inside and the photos and details seem intentional, it was packed but the deviled eggs barely had any filling. Pea soup was yummy. We got the schnitzel sandwhich and it was pretty good actually. Fried were horrible. Truly just tasted frozen and not a lick of flavor or salt (the salt in the pic is what I added. I wish k tried the root beer, but I would t got out of my way to go back just to try it or anything else really. read more

Schilo's - Schnitzel Sandwich - Delis Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

Absolute perfection! Go here! Best meal I had in SA. Schnitzel, brats, pretzel, biscuits, gravy. Delicious.

We were looking for a fun breakfast place in San Antonio and discovered Schilos. This German delicatessen is located on street level, not the RiverWalk, and has a wonderful menu for breakfast, lunch or dinner and is the oldest restaurant in town. We visited for breakfast and stepped inside this cozy local establishment and were welcomed and seated promptly. The menu for breakfast has a nice variety of options without being over the top. I tried the breakfast schnitzel. It was just the right portion for me. A crunchy, breaded pork schnitzel filet topped with an over easy egg and accompanied with a fruit cup and biscuit. It was tasty and filling. Paired with a bottomless cup of their local brewed coffee this was just right for breakfast. There's a display case near the counter with a variety of dessert options but at this hour of the morning dessert wasn't on our mind. Next time for sure. read more

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Fabulous breakfast in a historic restaurant setting! Authentic recipes and great service. Took a 6-pack of root beer home!!!

My daughter and I ate lunch here in Saturday. I had a a patty melt in rte and it was delicious. My daughter had the chicken Caesar salad and said it was awesome. Our wailer was fabulous! read more

This was our second visit for breakfast. It was just a short walk from our hotel. We had the breakfast tacos with the chorizo and split pea soup. Everything was delicious. It was a bit difficult to get our server when we needed her - only saw her when we ordered and when food arrived. So long period of time with empty coffee etc. But otherwise great and we'd return. read more

Schilo's - Delis Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

Finally! After almost 20 years, I ate at Schilo's. San Antonio's oldest restaurant! Their Weinerschnitzel was the best! Breading was exceptionally crispy, herbs within gave it great flavor, and the veal was tender and juicy. The Fries & Green Beans with Bacon I had along with it were the perfect sides. Order was quick-fast and ambiance was all good. Their classic root beer was ice-cold and refreshing. Perfect beverage to wash down any of their meals. May Schilo's last another hundred years! read more

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This place was good! The root beer was a standout--really flavorful and worth trying. The food was good, and the service was friendly and attentive. I also appreciated the authentic German ambience, especially for a spot in Texas. Overall, a solid experience and a fun place to grab a bite. read more

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Bring sweater! They do not validate parking in garage nearby, $10 an hour Good fresh home made food Deviled Eggs do not use Miracle whip so not as tasty Ask server about hauntings but not when busy working Reasonable priced Additional charge for gluten free bread read more

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