Welcome to the land of tacos, burgers, bright colors, full flavors, and tons of Mexican music. Though the city contains two million people in population, it definitely feels like home with its small joints, warm-hearted people and all the tacos you can eat on every corner.
Here a couple hotspots for your next weekend in the BIG '210' nation.
1. Bill Miller BBQ
Every and any San Antonionian knows the greatness and legendary local Bar-B-Q joint that is Bill Miller. Serving the a variety of meats, homestyle potato salads and warm, crispy pecan pies, Bill Miller is your go-to spot for quick and delicious BBQ. Take in the sweet tea's and warm walnut brownies and you're golden for a meal you will never forget.
2. Alamo Cafe
Set up with beautiful paintings and the interior of the Alamo, you will forget the glorious Tex-Mex food that comes from Alamo Cafe. Their western plates and warm tortilla's can fill anyone up with utter goodness. This local joint brings people of all races into the beauty and remembrance of Texas. Serving enchiladas to homestyle burgers, there is something here for every taste bud.
3. The Riverwalk Resturants
Experience the beauty of the riverwalk with a side of Mexican food and a margarita and you're good for the night. With hundreds of local restaurants staggered throughout the pathway, you are sure to find a place that suits your taste. From grungy joints to classy cuisines, the riverwalk welcomes every tourist with a smile and song of love. Its colors and live mariachi music fill the air as you pass through beautiful San Antonio.
4. Fruiteria Tres Hermanos
For the healthier type, perhaps a fresh cup of fruit can do the trick. At the Fruiteria, you can pick from an assortment of fruits and mix them into a delicious cup. Since you're in little Mexico, why not add chile and spice up your stay. These are the secrets of San Antonio summers.
5. Rudy's BBQ
Known to be the 'worst' BBQ in Texas, Rudy's will definitely prove to you otherwise. Serving sizes in pounds and the glorious cups of cream-corn will satisfy anyone. With three locations in the San Antonio area, Rudy's welcomes families, couples and dogs for smoked brisket, sausage and chicken.
*Warning: You will get full*
6. Paloma Blanca Mexican Cuisine
Known to be one of San Antonio's best-ranked restaurants, Paloma Blanca exceeds our Mexican expectations. With their house margaritas, verde enchiladas and poblano soup, any American can experience culinary work in a beautiful scenery. With local artwork hanging on the walls and live Spanish guitar in the background, this is the best spot for a romantic Mexican meal.
7. Mi Terra
Known to be a tourist hotspot, Mi Terra serves tourist up with a warm smile and an even warmer piece of sweet bread. Arranged with pinatas, colorful lights and Latin artwork, Mi Terra feels like you've been transported into another world. Serving traditional Mexican food and drinks, Mi Terra is the spot for any beginning tourist.
8. Longhorn Cafe
A secret burger joint lurks in the abandon buildings. Longhorn Cafe serves some of the largest burgers and tots that anyone can ever see. This run-down joint is not trying to impress you with its outward appearance, rather impress you with its flavor of grease, sweat and utter goodness.Serving burgers, hot dogs and fried chicken tenders, Longhorn Cafe salutes the beauty of Texas food.
