Cafe Don Juan

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I come to Cafe Don Juan for THE BEST tacos and Mexican food in town! This place is seriously a hidden gem! Prices are so reasonable AND they offer daily specials, so follow them on social media to learn about the off the menu specials. I am always greeted with a smile and everyone is consistently friendly. They are open for breakfast and lunch and parking is located in the back of the restaurant. Special note: the owner, Jen is an award winning baker, so if you have a chance to try her desserts, do not hesitate! read more

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I honestly think that they have the best fideo in San Antonio and probably south Texas! My husband first told me about it, and I kind of that be normal fideo that you can get anywhere in Texas and beyond, but let me tell you this has to be probably one of the best videos I have ever tried! In fact, it's not only me who just loves but we have to get our order in by the morning because it always sells out. The beans in it are incredible as well as the chicharon and meat. It's extremely filling, not greasy whatsoever and I always try to save a little bit, but I end up eating it all!! honestly if you have a chance, try it and you'll be coming back for more!---However, you can find it only on Thursdays so get your orders in!!! They do sell out! read more

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Do not walk... RUN to this place if you are craving Mexican food. Everything was DELICIOUS... the chips, tortillas, enchiladas. Everything. Plenty of parking in the back, the owners are so kind, and service was fast. 10/10! read more

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Best breakfast tacos. Great prices. Awesome combinations. Friendly staff. Awesome location to meet each morning and enjoy your favorite taco and hot cup of coffee. Family run. Stop bye and say hi . read more

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Breakfast tacos are to San Antonio what dipped Italian roast beef sandwiches are to Chicago: regional treats so ubiquitous that locals often take them for granted. Perhaps if the classic papas con huevo taco were as rarefied as torchon de foie gras, we San Antonians might hold it in higher regard. Instead, too many of us have become satisfied with the limp, uninspired variety churned out en masse at local fast-casual joints like Taco Cabana and Bill Miller's. That's a shame because a great breakfast taco can be a religious experience. Anoint my forehead with red chorizo grease, Father, for the breakfast tacos at Cafe Don Juan -- a literal hole-in-the-wall near Commerce and Frio -- had me singing "Hallelujah!" A superior tortilla makes for a superior taco. This should go without saying, but so many places settle with store-bought flour tortillas or instant mixes that yield a hard, powdery disc more suitable for a frisbee than human consumption. The flour tortillas at Cafe Don Juan are soft, diaphanous gifts from the gods yet sturdy enough to contain the juices from an earthy, cumin-heavy carne guisada. Chalk it up to four simple ingredients: flour, lard, salt, and warm water. If love were tangible, I'd consider it the not-so-secret fifth ingredient. My experience with Cafe Don Juan is limited to the four breakfast tacos (yes, four -- you should know me by now) to which my thoughtful secretary treated me recently. That being the case, I can offer no comment on the remainder of the menu, the atmosphere, nor the service. What I *can* say is that these were some of the best tacos I've sampled in a city that many consider the breakfast taco capital of the world. One taco was filled to the hilt with tender, full-flavored machacado shredded like strands of cured beef jerky. Another featured refried beans studded with quarter-inch chunks of red, salty chorizo. A dollop of emulsified jalapeno salsa (undoubtedly homemade) added heat and flavor to all four tacos. San Antonio's Westside is peppered with hundreds, if not thousands, of modest, family-owned Tex-Mex establishments. I imagine many of them are equally as good as Cafe Don Juan, but I'm not letting that influence my review. Based on my experience, Cafe Don Juan warrants a five-star rating. The next time you find yourself craving a breakfast taco near Market Square, resist the touristy trappings of Mi Tierra, drive a few blocks north, and treat yourself to a superior experience at a fraction of the cost. read more

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Megan P.

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Amazing service amazing food amazing prices. I eat like a bird but this place I ate almost the whole plate! They were super sweet a worked with me being hard of hearing and don't understand Spanish as well. I had the papas and bacon I would say get everything on and the tortillas. To die for if your in town or near the area I say stop here you have to!! read more

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Trina R.

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By all means the BEST PLACE FOR A DELICIOUS MEXICAN MEAL. From the first time we showed up they PROVE to be FRIENDLY and DELICIOUS. Their meals are prepared with great care and perfection. read more

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Angela P.

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This is a great little place - don't let the lack of reviews fool you. My very picky Hispanic husband said it's his absolute favorite place in SA. His face during eating huevos rancheros was like a fat kid in a candy store. The prices are unbeatable --- tacos start at $1.10! The most expensive thing on the menu is $6.50. The homemade tortillas are AMAZING. I had a bacon/egg and potato/egg taco. Very filling and only a few bucks. I would eat there again in a heartbeat for breakfast tacos. Highly recommend! read more

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Harold B.

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Got wind of this spot from a coworker & it was on point!! Very surprised there arent any reviews... Slipped thru for b'fast and we had the carne guisada, picadillo & egg n chorizo tacos...all were damn good & perfectly seasoned Also had some super fluffy tasty pancakes for the neph!! It has a real home atmosphere & u can taste it in the food Friendly staff & clean as well If ever back in the area, I will def stop by to try more...u should too!! read more

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Brian F.

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This place is so throw back and cool and everything else. Blink and you'll miss it driving bye. Had the carne guisda plate which comes with 2 tortillas, beans and rice. Everything was really good, but the beans could use a bit more seasoning. Tortillas for me were the best part. Warm, fluffy and chewy. Coffee is bland at best, but I do like how they have the old creamer tins on the table. Price can't be beat either. read more

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Nena N.

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Great food and great prices. The establishment appears clean. The people that that work there are super kind and polite. I have always receive great service and delicious food. I love the tostadas and bean and cheese tacos. Lots of parking and they open up early for breakfast. The tortillas are handmade both the corn and flour tortillas are tasty. read more

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Amanda S.

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TLDR: homemade tortillas are delicious! Inexpensive food but high quality tasting. Best Mexican food in San Antonio. Parking is in the back of the building. Absolutely delicious! Parking, and entry, is in the rear of the building. Self seating and the waitresses come to you after you sit down. The line in the other room is for to-go orders. Wish I would have discovered this place at the beginning of my family's trip here. Anytime we come back to SA I plan on eating here. We ordered chips and salsa (salsa is served stove hot and is also very spicy, and the chips were hot out of the kitchen, delicious!), Kid's taco plate that comes with beans, rice, and a tortilla (oh my goodness the other reviews that mention the homemade tortillas are SO spot on, they are the best tortillas I've ever had!), Kid's cheese quesadilla plate served with a half quesadilla (two triangles) rice and beans and a tortilla, and the Steak Ranchero plate. The beans are delicious and a great consistency. My husband really enjoyed his steak Ranchero plate and he raved about the green salsa. I had a side of beans, worth it. The kids had tea each (it's not sweet tea fyi), my husband had water and so did I. Our bill came out to $21.65 (such a great deal for the quality of the food!). The waitress checked on us several times and my husband got to chat with a man I assume is the owner and he was very friendly. read more

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Juan C.

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This is my favorite breakfast place and breakfast plate: huevos rancheros with lots of ranchero sauce, beans, side of carne guisada gravy and 2 flour tortillas! No other place that can beat this! read more

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Roland A.

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This is my favorite taco joint in the city! Service is quick and food is always hot and flavorful! The staff provides great services, I highly recommend this place. read more

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Sabrina S.

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This place is a hidden gem. Good prices, good food, and good service. A group of us went for lunch and we all decided we'd go back.

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Cameron K.

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We visited Cafe Don Juan last weekend while visiting San Antonio for Fiesta. We were introduced to this place by family and we were not disappointed. Definetly lived up to it's reputation and the reviews on Yelp. This place serves a righteous breakfast. Wow.. The tacos are big and they are delicious. The tortillas are home-made too..Yumm.. We both had breakfast tacos and they were perfect. I had a egg, potato, bacon, beans and cheese taco along with a taco with papas con chorizo and beans The green salsa is hot and delicious Pancakes are big, fluffy and delicious. If you ever want to eat a hearty breakfast, this place will do just fine. Had they not had some flies buzzing around and kept the place a little cleaner, I would have given them a 5-star rating. read more

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Jason J.

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It is a little hole in the wall, but food was good and cheap the service was quick and to top it off they came around and had a small selection of complimentary Mexican pastries which were exquisite. I had the barboca taco and the eggs and steak plate with a side of shredded cheese. For 3 barboca tacos 2 eggs Egg and steak plate Coffee Grand total $15 read more

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Sandie G.

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THE. BEST. PLACE. EVER. first: homemade tortillas. Second: whatever is in the green salsa is from the heavens. The owner is so nice; extremely friendly staff. I had the huevos rancheros which was exactly like my Grama makes. They have this chorizo mix that is not greasy; spicy and amazing. The papas are real potatoes they make here; not frozen. Just peep the pics. You have to come here. Have to. Park In the back and don't look brand new...go through the back door. Lol. read more

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Francisco A.

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Cafe Don Juan.... I giveth thee 4 solid stars! You are good to me early on a Sunday morning. The place and the loud tejano music are exactly what I'm looking for on a quiet Sunday morning when I'm feeling nostalgic.... OMG Selena just came on! Brb!!!..... okay I'm back.... the food here is pretty solid. Carne guisada is good, eggs are good, tortillas are GOOOOOD and the barbacoa is really good! Here's what I don't like about the place: breakfast plates don't come with potatoes, you have to ask for them separately and they're usually SUPER SUPER greasy, also, they leave the cream for the coffee out on the table, for health and sanitary reasons that is just a big no no, for that reason I never order coffee here, oh and they don't make their own corn tortillas, no bueno. Try it out, I don't think you'll be disappointed, if you are, blame it on that guy. Yes, that guy. read more

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Camelia L.

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Love there Chiliquille it a shame thou that they are open only during the week and closed weekend.. But we get there when we can

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Alma A.

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Awesome food! Very friendly and clean. Food is fresh and real Mexican food.

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Austin A.

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I have been to this restaurant several times with my family and every time we get the best food and top quality service, my family has been going there for years and we have come to know the owner very closely because of that buildup. Most of the customers would agree with me when I say that they make some of the best tacos on Commerce St. and probably in all of downtown San Antonio. read more

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Carlos G.

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This is my go to place for breakfast. It is very easy to miss, just west of downtown before the bridge if you're going west on Buena Vista, even though I grew up in the area I had no idea it was there until my brother told me. What I get here are the breakfast tacos, they are of decent size at a fair price. Even though I can only make it here once or twice a month I can always trust that my waitress will already know my order when I walk in. Parking is in the rear accessible from Colorado St. I sometimes call in my order when I can't dine in too. This is the type of place where a person can enjoy a nice, cheap, and leisurely San Antonio breakfast while reading the morning paper and watching the news on the big screen TV without feeling rushed. read more

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Charles G.

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My brother in-law introduced me to this place about 10 years ago. The last meal I had there was as delicious as the first. It's the definition of a hole in the wall, tucked away at Commerce and Colorado. I've never had a better huevos rancheros plate and it's the only place in town where I'll even order it. The tortillas are so supple and delicious. I wasn't lucky enough to ever meet my grandmas, but eating these tortillas creates images of lucky little kids nibbling away at Grandma's amazing homemade tortillas. The menudo (only on weekends) is my wife's favorite and seems to go fast. I've never had anything there that I did not like. The tacos aren't gigantic but to me, it's about the quality and flavor. Seriously, do yourself a favor and try it. If you don't like it, send me a message and tell me why. read more

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andrew n.

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My wife. & I are in San Antonio this weekend & went here for breakfast based upon Yelp reviews. It was AWESOME. I had 3 different breakfast tacos, my wife had the huervos rancheros and she enjoyed her food. The tortillas are home made and delicious. It's fast & inexpensive and it's a local joint, so we saw no other tourists while we were there. The only downside is they have terrible coffee. Otherwise, loved it. read more

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Josie Q.

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Yummm!! This is a hidden jem! Huevous rancheros are amazing & tortillas are homemade!! read more

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Vanessa A.

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Stopped for breakfast because we wanted real food and not tourist spots on the River Walk. This place did not let us down, we talked to one of the owners and he was a nice guy. Food was good, it was crowed when we got there but we got a table-it is small. Because they were busy it did take a few minutes for service but they were on point after that. We had only wished food on the River Walk was this good. read more

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Patricia M.

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They have slacked on their carne guisada meat. It's very fatty lately and not worth the price. Their beans are hit and miss. Not sure what's going on in the kitchen but the beef caldo meat was fatty and not edible as well. read more

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Lurine J.

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This place gets four stars for good solid Mexican food. Te service was nice as well. The pico de gallo was probably the est I have ever had in my life. Unfortunately now I'm going to expect all my pico to taste that way. The tacos were small but they fill you up and they fill you up fast!!! I ate the barboca tacos yummy! All in all the food was really good! read more

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Nita J.

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Nice place to eat. Closed on Tuesday's. Nice staff. A lot of seating area. Tejano music playing in back ground. Love their breakfast potatoes. My husband has requested certain things and they have tried their best to go out of their way to please him. Now that's exceptions service. Thank you, Ralph! read more

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Teofila R.

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You would miss this place because parking is in the back! Busy busy place but it was Mother's Day ! Good was good, hot when delivered. Staff was busy and to the point. Place is big and kind of loud due to kids running around. Prices very decent. read more

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The Absolute best food in San Antonio!! Place closes early guys so please make sure you are there before closing time which is 2pm. Tacos are amazing good with homemade tortillas. The staff was over the top welcoming and very nice! They made me feel like I came to my Tia's house and she fed me all the food in the kitchen! Konstance said they have the best pancakes she has ever had!! (And she's eaten lots of pancakes). Food was served very quickly and nothing we requested was missing or incorrect. Next time I'm in San Antonio, I will make a visit to this great place. If anyone looks up this place, don't hesitate just go!! read more

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Dina T.

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Bomb breakfast tacos. I had chorizo potato and egg, and bacon potato and egg. Iced Texas Sweet Tea was refreshing too. Salsa was homemade and taste just like mommas! Bombski! read more

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Scott E.

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Legit old school Mexican food. No frills, just straight up great food and excellent, fast service. They have carne guisada on the breakfast menu. Nuff said. It was juicy and tender. Scrambled eggs were fluffy. Flour tortillas were homemade. Recommended. read more

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Came in for brunch, around 11am on a Saturday morning. Wanted some place that still had breakfast options at that time. The prices were AWESOME, and the food was YUMMY. Coffee tasted fresh :) Ordered a bowl of menudo and a breakfast taco. Mom had two breakfast tacos. Everything was great! read more

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Kristy F.

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I love hole in the wall restaurants but was very disappointed in this one. The prices were great and the service was great but the food was a step below mediocre. I got the taco and enchilada plate, my husband got the chorizo huevo rancheros and 2 breakfast tacos. He took a few bites and pushed his plate aside. I wouldn't recommend it to anyone but maybe we just ordered the wrong dishes. read more

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While I was in town, I decided to check this place out thanks to Yelp. If you are looking for a yummy cheap Mexican breakfast with home made tortillas, this is the place to go! The husband and I went there for brunch and we spent $11 bucks for both of us! I recommend to get there before 12, it gets pretty packed around lunch time. Parking is available behind the restaurant on Colorado St. read more

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Connie M.

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I would highly recommend this Restaurant. We were in town from Houston Tx, attending our Uncles funeral. It was about 1:30 and they close at 1:45 several waitress passed by but never acknowledged us. My husband and I decided to leave thinking we were not going to get serviced since it was close to closing time when the Owners son came out to our car and invited us back in. We had EXCELLENT SERVICE THANKS TO HIM FOR CARING ABOUT HIS CLIENTELE. THE FOOD WAS GREAT. THANK YOU SO MUCH. read more

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Caitlyn S.

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Great little hole in the wall lunch spot that you might miss if you blink. Cheap breakfast tacos that they still serve at lunch time, and you'll leave happy. Tortillas are delicious, and the service was pretty great too. Don't let the outside fool you -- they got it goin' on inside. read more

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1422 W Commerce St
San Antonio, TX 78207
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(210) 223-5718
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Hours

What time does Cafe Don Juan open?

Cafe Don Juan opens at 7:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.

What time does Cafe Don Juan close?

Cafe Don Juan closes at 2:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.Cafe Don Juan is closed on Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Fri 7:00 AM - 2:00 PMSat-Sun Closed

Payment methods

Does Cafe Don Juan take credit cards?

Yes, Cafe Don Juan takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Cafe Don Juan have catering options?

No, Cafe Don Juan does not have catering options.

Does Cafe Don Juan serve alcohol?

No, Cafe Don Juan does not serve alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does Cafe Don Juan have TVs?

Yes, Cafe Don Juan has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Cafe Don Juan have bike parking?

No, Cafe Don Juan does not have bike parking.

Does Cafe Don Juan have outdoor seating?

No, Cafe Don Juan does not have outdoor seating options.

Does Cafe Don Juan have parking?

Yes, Cafe Don Juan has parking options. Private Lot Parking, Validated Parking

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Does Cafe Don Juan have free WiFi?

No, Cafe Don Juan does not have free WiFi.

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1.2 mi•Downtown

Food, Service, and Ambiance ALL excellent!!!…read more Our server Venetta was terrific, it was an excellent evening!

Love the riverwalk vibe. Wide open air sweeping views of trees and other plants…read more We were super hungry and not disappointed. Delicious egg tacos and burritos. Quiet, helpful service.

Ceviche dish Photo by Amanda Spencer

Views of the River Walk Photo by Amanda Spencer

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Tequila Soda Photo by Amanda Spencer

La Fonda on Main

4.1(1.2k reviews)

2.1 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.

I've been in San Antonio for 21 years and I still view La Fonda as the best Mexican restaurant in…read morethe city. From the ambiance, to the AMAZING food, to the perfectly made margaritas, to the knowledgeable wait staff. I enjoy everything about La Fonda. I highly encourage you to make a reservation, unless you are like me and like to visit as a party of one. I always leave feeling like I made a great choice by visiting La Fonda. If you haven't been, use this as your cue to make a reservation and enjoy a wonderful meal on their patio. *side note: they do have indoor dining, but I love the patio and highly recommend it

Hamachi Aguachili

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Los Azulejos Restaurant

4.5(746 reviews)

7.7 mi

Had a fabulous date night at Los Azulejos! We walked in and saw a fabulous item on another table…read more Our server was able to tell us what it was. Naturally we were intrigued and ordered immediately! We got a hybrid of the POLLO Y CARNE and MAR Y TIERRA and it was fantastic! Way more food than the 2 of us could eat! It included: Grilled chicken breast and juicy ribeye strips and zarandeado style shrimp, served in a traditional molcajete with nopales, guacamole, sweet peppers, grilled queso fresco, chiles toreados, and cebollitas cambray all smothered in green ranchera salsa. Accompanied with tortillas, charro beans and rice. Los Azulejos never disappoints! Food, staff and atmosphere make this a great choice for lunch, dinner, or special occasion. Plenty of free parking. Changing table in ladies restoom. Full bar.

Food: had the Azulejos tacos the house signature dish - savory tender ribeye - a bit greasy but…read morecorn tortillas and green salsa were great. Chicken tortilla soup very tasty and hearty. House margarita was above average for house drink and inexpensive tequila. Service: very polite server but forgetful. Also was slow to bring check. Ambience: clean but nothing special beyond that.

Counter at the bar

Wine Wednesday $5 each house wine

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White corn.

Pollos Asados Los Norteños

4.7(1k reviews)

6.9 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(2.2k reviews)

1.2 mi•Downtown

The family and I went here for dinner on a Friday night. Although it looked crowded on the outside…read moreand we thought there would be a long wait, we were seated within five minutes inside the restaurant. We ordered the table side guacamole, steak fajitas and a chicken salad. Overall the food was very tasty and the portions we good. Of course it was a little pricey because it is on the river walk. The only negatives was that services was really slow and the dining area is very crowded. It took awhile for our waitress to make it to our table and she was gone in a flash after we told her our drink orders (we were ready to put in our food order by the time she go to our table, but she was gone.) That was the main theme for the night. She would stop by our table ask a question get an answer and was gone before we could say anything additional. It just made the experience a lot longer than it needed to be.

Really nice ambiance in and out; we sat inside…read more First just real talk, they need to deep clean because it stinks inside. I know that smell and it is deeply embedded grime. The food is ok.

Hickory Salmon Salad

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Cactus margarita

Panfila Cantina And Restaurant

3.8(299 reviews)

16.2 mi

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.

La comida y el servicio siempre esta phenomenal! Ive been here twice and both times the food and…read moreservice and vibes were 10/10. I recommend the cafe de olla y el flan the most theyre delicious. Its a nicely decorated restaurant and the music is great too! My new go to for brunch or happy hour.