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    Schilo's

    4.0 (1.7k reviews)
    Open 8:00 am - 2:30 pm
    Updated 1 week ago

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    Moderate noise
    Good for groups

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    Veggie omelette with arugula and a tangy vinaigrette, great flavor!
    Paul P.

    Pronounced She-Lows. We had breakfast this morning and it was good. It was bustling on a Saturday morning but we were seated promptly and out food arrived fast. We were friends catching up and did not feel rushed. Attentive service. Loved my omelette.

    Allyn D.

    We came early, so we didn't have to wait, although we had made reservations just in case. Our server caught me off guard at first because some of his responses came across as a little rude. After a bit, I realized he was joking, but it just wasn't my style. It happened a couple more times during the meal, and I still found it a little off-putting. As for the food, breakfast was just okay. It wasn't bad, but nothing really stood out or made me want to order it again. The atmosphere, though, was the highlight for me. I loved the interior, it has a relaxed vibe and makes you feel like you've stepped back in time. Overall, it was a decent experience. I'd definitely be willing to give this place another shot for dinner the next time we're in San Antonio, since I've heard that's when they really shine.

    Spatzle
    Royce S.

    First time here and I was very impressed. I ordered a Root Beer to drink and was happy they served it in a cold frosted mug. You could tell the Root Beer was homemade as the balance of carbonation and flavor were great. I ordered the Taste of Germany plate and a side of the Spatzle all of. which were delicious and filling. For silverware you are given a fork and basically a butter knife, to illustrate how tender the Schnitzel was, I was able to easily cut the Schnitzel with the knife. Everything took me back to my time in Germany. We were too full to try dessert, but plan on going back. And the service was great and I love the history of Schilo's.

    Potato Pancakes, side brat, famous rootbeer
    Christie N.

    Great fast service & food!! A MUST GO place when by SA Alamo/Riverwalk. It's like taking a step back in time! Oldest restaurant in SA- established as a Saloon in 1917 and turned delicatessen in prohibition. Staff were extremely friendly, encouraged me to walk around, and showed pride when telling me the history of the building & restaurant. Showed me the old bank vault. 5 star service!! Multiple seating options. Large separate room for dining or parties. Cool old bar & cash register. I got there when they first opened. No wait. Then what appeared to be regulars started slowly rolling in. I enjoyed their famous cane sugar root beer in an ice cold mug ($4.50 and comes with one refill) Potato Pancakes - comes with delicious large bowl of applesauce Side of brautworst - felt like the german thing to do. Not my typical breakfast. Should have asked for a tad of their mustard. Open 8a-230p

    Awesome pastries!
    Rob T.

    This is a most impressive downtown restaurant if you want homestyle cooking and breakfast. Awesome service: Joseph is worth asking for. I couldn't come up with a question that he couldn't answer about the history of Schilo's. I would give it 5 +.

    Natasha K.

    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.

    Root beer didn't last long.
    Allison S.

    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.

    Meat loaf with French fries and fresh fruit
    Mary Ann C.

    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

    coffee beans!
    Timmy S.

    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.

    Pearl T.

    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.

    Schweineschnitzel (fried breaded pork cutlet) with a side of spaetzle and corn casserole
    Cody L.

    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.

    The taste of Germany plate
    Ken S.

    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?

    Reuben and fries!

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    Daniel B was incredible! He was so kind and made our experience so much better! The food was wonderful too!!

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    Great food and cool atmosphere. Daniel B was an amazing waiter!!! Highly recommend!!!

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

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    Root beer with breakfast? Yes! With deviled eggs to share also with the table. Great avocado toast. Would come back for sure.

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    Do you have a room for 30-50 for dinner? What options are there?

    Hi Mary, Thank you for reaching out. We do have private event spaces for that amount of guests.… 

    Can you get breakfast to go?

    I'm so sorry I missed you. Yes Breakfast can be ordered to-go.

    What are the parking options?

    We have a lot right behind Schilo’s on West Market Street. It is the cheapest option at $10 for all day parking.

    Is this on the riverwalk?

    Yes it is

    Is this wheel chair accessible?

    Yes

    Do you serve mimosas at breakfast?

    No.

    Does anyone know if they still offer pork shank? Just checked their website and didn't see it on the menu.

    Sorry don't know.

    Do you offer Sauerbraten?

    We offer Bratwurst, Cheddarwurst, knockwurst, Polska Kielbasa, and Jaalapeno Summer sausage, but no Sauerbraten.

    Is there parking available?

    River Bend garage is on the same side of the street, Commerce St. Charges by the hour. I think Schilo's stamps your ticket for a free hour.

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    Stopped in on our way to Fredricksburg and it was well worth the detour! We got the German Oak…read morePlatter since there was no way we could have decided what to get. Let me tell you: everything was amazing!! We arrived a bit before they actually opened and we got to see them bringing in fresh ingredients so we knew it was going to be good. Both the husband and wife are super nice and made us feel like family! The outside is quaint and rustic, it fits right in to the area! The Platter comes with you choice of 5 meats, 4 sides, a pretzel and a strudel of your choosing. We got the chicken schnitzel, the pork schnitzel, the currywurst, the beef brat and the country brat. For sides we chose the cucumber salad, red cabbage, potato salad and cheese spatzel. For dessert we opted for the apple strudel. Her favorite was the currywusrt (her first time have it) and mine was the country brat, but everything was simply delicious and did I mention fresh? The pretzel and the strudel are made fresh in house, as is the schnitzel. We'll definitely come back, in fact I am already planning to get some riding buddies together to ride out just for lunch.

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    The front room
    This is the German platter with 5 meats, 4 sides, a pretzel and a schnitzel. Great for sharing
    This is the German platter with 5 meats, 4 sides, a pretzel and a schnitzel. Great for sharing
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    Such a peculiar restaurant that I got to visit this morning! Krause's Cafe is a lovely restaurant…read moreand beer garden located in New Braunfels. The area is quite spacious - with 3 main areas for dining, and its own parking lot which is fantastic. Even though I was tempted for a good time going in the evening --- or even the weekend --- I had a bunch of errands today and chose rather to go for breakfast when the amount of people is few and the environment is just overall more relaxed. I'm glad I did. For my meal I ordered just one thing the Bauern Schnitzel. This dish is described as a "breakfast specialty featuring a hand-breaded pork schnitzel topped with two eggs and hollandaise sauce. This German-Texan fusion dish is served daily during morning hours and comes with a biscuit alongside your choice of home fries, hash browns, grits, or black beans." Within minutes of my order being placed, my food came out in about 5 minutes -- not too shabby! As you can see from the photo, it looked very appealing. How was the taste? Simply filling and comforting. It was rich, stick to your bones grub that you want every so often. Hash browns were crisp, and the schnitzel was fried perfectly and topped with my over easy eggs. Everything simply worked in unison for a flavorful combination. The biscuit was also something to mention. It was homemade, fluffy, and not dry whatsoever! If I weren't such an introvert, I'd love to visit in the evenings --- as fun as this experience was this morning. The space is beautiful and definitely worth a visit if you're in the area.

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