I love how this once abandoned brewery has been transformed into a vibrant center of activity. This places is a thriving residential community, a dinning destination with many delicious options and a shopping hub with some cool shops. Being at the end of the River Taxi run makes this convenient for tourists. Another reason for people to choose San Antonio for business and pleasure travel. read more

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I don't drink, so there's nothing appealing to my taste. $3.00 for a simple doughnut and $2.25 for a cookie the size of a silver dollar. I don't get the hype or the hoopla! Ditch the Pearl and stick to the Riverwalk! STICK TO THE RIVERWALK! YES!!! JUST STICK TO THE RIVERWALK!!! DON'T WASTE YOUR TIME UNLESS YOU LIKE EXPENSIVE BEER! read more

Pearl Studio - These cookies or biscuits are priced at $2.25 ea. Or 1/2 Doz for $12.00. Not me! No way, No Sir, No Ma'am! - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

It's amazing how this area was transformed into the gem that it is now. It's nice to be able to refer newcomers and visitors to the Pearl when coming in to town. Instead of just telilng them about the Quarry or or to go to the more 'downtown' & centralized portion of the Riverwalk. My absolute favorite thing to do here? Come really early on a Saturday morning and just run the Riverwalk. By the time I get back to the Pearl, the farmers' market is set up! How convenient. A decent parking space, a great workout, and a nice breakfast burrito or fresh fruits to eat right after. During my early morning weekdays, I usually visit the CIA Bakery for a pain au chocolat and coffee. To go, please! Another recent find for me is the Arcade Midtown Kitchen. Start with the braised pork & belly with ricotta. Tie it with a medium rare ribeye and you're pretty much good to go. I was too full to get a dessert afterwards - even when I shared! Got time for a great lunch on a Friday afternoon? Try the Granary Cue & Brew. And why Friday? Uh... probably because it's pastrami Friday! That's why! And be sure to ask for the barbecue butter and bread. Holy moly! During the summer, the Pearl plays outdoor movies which is great if you're looking for freebies for yourself and the family. The Pearl is also perfect for pictures - not sure how many times I've seen someone posing in their wedding or prom dress and senior pics out here. All in all, I love the Pearl but even with all the new parking areas, parking can also be a bit of a challenge (unless you get in super early like I mentioned near the beginning of my review). Especially since there are many new apartment complexes up surrounding the Pearl. So always keep that in mind when coming to this area during any major events or on the weekend. read more

My daughter and I made a late arrival to 6th Annual Tamale! Holiday Festival. It was our first visit to The Pearl and we were impressed with what they had done in the area. Had heard about it and now we see they have done a beautiful job with the property. The festival was crowded and everyone there appeared to be having a great time. Many were walking around with their paper containers stacked with tamales. There was live music, a good number of booths with tamale vendors and a couple areas for beer sales. There was also a chicken/beef/shrimp kabob stand that was very popular! We tried some of the pork and cheese/jalapeño tamales that were flavorful and reasonably priced. A big surprise for us at the end of the event was when the people at the HEB both yelled out "FREE TAMALES"! I got two dozen frozen tamales. Nice treat! Looking forward to the 7th Annual next year. Oh, and I'll be back to visit The Pearl. read more

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One of the things I love most about my adopted home town, San Antonio, is that rather than razing abandoned industrial structures - or allowing them to crumble into irredeemably decrepit and hazardous eyesores - said structures are instead revamped, renewed and revitalized into completely new entities. The former Pearl Brewery is a perfect example: the behemoth on the river is now a multi-use property which features housing; two schools (Aveda and the Culinary Institute of America); an ever-expanding collection of shops; a parking garage; restaurants; a yoga studio; bicycle rentals; and a twice-weekly farmers' market. The rebirth is amazing - I especially admire the "mini-mall" area, with its post-industrial modern chic: enormous fans high above the intersecting corridors, and suspended lighting! It's a nice destination, as well as a good point of origin for a trek through the "museum reach" of the Riverwalk. And the free parking - in the shade of an elevated stretch of 281 - is another stroke of genius! read more

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I did not get a chance to visit the actual Pearl Brewery, because it was closed and well I don't drink beer, but I did get to walk around the area. I actually liked this area a lot! It's like an outdoor mall/restaurants area. Reminded me of the Domain in Austin with some residential areas too. They were able to keep the old style and look but rejuvenate it. I was able to snap a few cute pictures with the Pearl as the backdrop! read more

I came here on Friday for the Movie in the park (check them out on Facebook). My local friend told me this is the part of the Riverwalk that locals hang out and that is so true, other than the tour boat that comes around, all the people are from SA. My experience with the Pearl is mainly with the Movie in the park, Friday night, around 8:40, Pearl and Alamo Drafthouse team up to show a film. You can bring a blanket, drinks, food and enjoy a night of free movie. It is a bit hot before 9PM, but after 9 when the wind is blowing, very nice feeling. read more

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Over the last few years, what was once "the old" Pearl Brewery has undergone an amazing transformation. Buildings have been restored, shops have been added, and a few restaurants have opened that have had a huge impact on our food scene in San Antonio. You can also find a culinary institute, breathtaking venue spaces, and a weekend farmer's market. I love seeing old things made new, and I think the folks at Pearl have done an incredible job restoring this space. Pearl is fast becoming a tourist destination, but is so locally-minded that it's important to San Antonio on many levels. They've also had a hand in the development and expansion of the Riverwalk. If you go to get a table at one of the great restaurants in this new space and face a wait, you can head down the stairs to the river and take a stroll to see some of the gorgeous landscape and art installations dotted along. So many cool things happen here, from fun events to fundraisers to concerts. Pearl is definitely a must-see when you're in San Antonio, and if you're a local, its such a great place to visit and a blessing to our community! read more

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I spend a bit of time here on Saturdays at the Farm Market. I doubt I will come any other time as it is a bit rich for my blood. That is a shame. I am sure the shops are very nice, but just to pricey for me. They have a lot of room there. Since they only run the Farm Market on Saturday, why don't they have an Art Flea on Sunday? I am not suggesting a run down left over yard sale style of flea, but similar to the art sales they plug up the Riverwalk with. It would free up the Riverwalk traffic. It is more wheelchair friendly, and I think the Sunday exposure would benifit all the business that are there with the additional exposure. The buildings are beautiful to look at, and I do hope to go there often to get pictures and to learn more about the history of the building. read more

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Forget the Riverwalk. Pearl is where you want to go when you visit San Antonio. As we walked into the park, through the farmer's market, around the Stable, past Cured, we looked at each other and said "I had no idea anything in San Antonio had this much charm!" To be fair, besides the Riverwalk, the Majestic and the Alamo, I didn't know anything about San Antonio before, but my expectations were low. Charming is the perfect word for this little shopping park / farmer's market / event venue / foodie & shopping destination centered around what once was Pearl Brewery. The Farmer's Market is a must-visit on Saturday. It closes up shop a little earlier than we expected, but it's a great place to sample the local restaurants - and you can spot local chefs going about shopping for their dinner menus. We visited the booth for Biga on the Banks - then went and dined there that night. The tacos look amazing. The shopping is great. The old brewery is being turned into a premier boutique hotel in which I cannot WAIT to stay. Next time we go back, we won't make the mistake of skipping Cured and we'll sample more of the street tacos available. This is a must-visit for any tourists or people wanting the best of what San Antonio has to offer. It's got an Austin vibe to it (smart to take notes from your neighbor to the North!) with a healthy dose of San Antonio history and charm. read more

My 100th review goes to one of my favorite places in San Antonio - THE PEARL! What's not to like here? Amazing restaurants, cute shops, farmer's market on Saturdays, close to the less touristy part of the River Walk, free parking, etc. I always bring visitors here and always recommend to anyone & everyone who asks about "must see" places in SA. I'm sad that the CIA Bakery & Cafe will be closing its doors to the public after December 20th :( But I am excited about the opening of Cured :) Hope MEATOPIA comes back!!! So many things to see & do (check out their Events calendar http://atpearl.com/calendar) that after coming here at least twice a week since moving to SA in June, we're still not bored with the Pearl. On the contrary, loving it even more now that the weather has been getting cooler. My husband and I love to walk our doggies along the river on Saturdays, shop at the farmers' market and grab a bite to eat. For more information about the Pearl, go here: http://atpearl.com. Enjoy your visit! read more

A few years ago I heard that the Pearl Brewery was being renovated to shops and restaurants. so I went and checked it out, experienced everything that La Gloria is, checked out the CIA, there was a bookstore, and an Italian restaurant, a seafood restaurant on the side kind of hidden. That was about it. WOW, how things have changed. Some of the cities best restaurants are in the Pearl, cool shops, Bars, an Ice Cream Parlor, apartments, and offices. Theoretically, you could work, live, eat, and shop, in the Pearl. The Pearl, has gone from a place I went to a couple of times a year to a place I go to a couple of times a week. Hopefully I'll be living closer to it soon. read more

The perfect name for this perfect place. Every city has one. A place that matches or even overbounds the comfort of your own home - an escape. Slight european, slight americana, there is a feeling here, an energy, balanced as if by accident, that never wanes - and it's only getting better. There is something healing about a double expresso, a good book, and a quiet cafe sidewalk patio. Try it on a Sunday morning and you'll never stop. There are shops here that inspire creativity and tastes that will make you believe again, that, indeed, to eat is to truly live. il sogno, the Sandbar, C.I.A. Bakery, are all fine examples. There is often something going on for people to gather, be it an event or cause. It is afterall, the perfect venue - just north of downtown in the center of this great city. Every Saturday you can find the freshest ingredients for the weeks menu at the Farmer's Market starting at 9. And if you want to really experience the Riverwalk, then start your venture at Pearl. Paved walkways, exploding with multicolored foliage and local art, continue all the way to the downtown loop. There are bikes to rent if your not into walking, or hop on the river taxi here. This is also one of the most addicting places to run in San Antonio. Go as far or as long as you want. I could write much more, but you'll just have to experience this pearl of San Antonio yourself. Absolutely what I define as a best kept secret! read more

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This is a fun Saturday morning/afternoon spot to hit if in the area. There is a great coffee shop, little boutique gift shops and some nice people watching areas. Parking is free across the street. read more

The Pearl is a gem on the San Antonio River! This used to be the home of Pearl Beer, but it's now brewed up in Fort Worth, leaving behind a hole in the soul of the beer drinking community of San Antonio. But fear not! This place has been lovingly transformed into a great place to shop, eat, hang out, exercise- you name it! There are now a bunch of luxury apartments that have been built and more to come! There's the CIA in here, one of the foremost cooking schools in the country! They even have a little cafe where you can try out their goods! The Pearl is home to some absolutely fantastic restaurants - Cured, La Gloria, Nao, Sand Bar, just to name a few! Many of the restaurants are the creation of Andrew Weisman, one of the best chefs in all of San Antonio. Parking is easy, with the whole area under highway 281 available for parking, never a charge! It's a great place to check out on Saturday mornings, when they have the Pearl Farmer's Market, with live music, fresh produce and wonderful coffees and breakfasts to try out! Be sure to check out the head of the San Antonio Riverwalk. It's the furthest north you can go on the river barges, right up to La Gloria, just down from the Pearl Amphitheater. Check out their Echale music series that they have going on during some weekends. It's also a great place to get a drink- Blue Box, Golden Gloves and La Gloria are all great testaments to this! In all, it's a wonderful place to get out and walk around, check out the cool stores, and get a bite to eat! This really is one of my favorite places to hang out around SA. read more

The Full Goods Studio is an event venue at the Pearl Brewery. It is located in the old warehouse of the brewery, now called the Full Goods Builiding. I booked this place for my wedding next year, so I haven't actually spent a lot of time in it, but I did do a pretty thorough tour. The space has a loft feel to it, with stained concrete floors and exposed steel. It's very modern but still feels warm, at least to me. The audio/visual equipment is touted as being state of the art. It has both a large projection screen inside the room, as well as several small flat screens built in to the outside of the room. I believe it fits about 180 people. A big plus for me was the amount of parking, and that it is free. We also rented the (huge!) breezeway that surrounds the Studio. It is awesome, with really high ceilings and corrugated steel walls. The downsides were a) the price (kinda high) and b) the whole building is no smoking (which could be a good thing, but we have a lot of smokers among our friends). read more

After thinking long and hard about who I wanted to grace with my 100th review I could think of no place better than the Pearl. Oh Pearl, you used to be great. Full of grassy areas with an open airy vibe and nifty little shops. Now you've turned into an abomination. Nothing but concrete and horrible condos as far as the eye can see. It really is a tragedy. Congrats for killing all the joy that once lived in this space. I used to love going to the Pearl Farmers Market on Saturdays but now that the Pearl has changed and the area in which they host the farmers market has changed it's one giant cluster****. I am sure that there are a lot of other people that do not share my same view, but it is what it is. I will still support local farmers and local businesses housed within the Pearl BUT I want it to be known that sometimes things are better left as they are. Just sayin. read more

Loved the pearl! It's so beautiful full of life and movement. I live in Austin but am from SA, and love all things SA and its so great to see the changing beautiful SA that I love so dear! Had a great time. I shall return' read more

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What's the deal with this place? Is it dying? I recall coming down here on weekends 2 or 3 years ago and they were always having some sort of event. Now when I go to the Pearl on the weekends, it's dead. Really, at this point, I can't imagine any reason to come to the Pearl on a whim. Now, if you are coming down here to go to a particular restaurant, of which they have many fine ones to choose from, it's great. You want cured meats, high-end BBQ, great Italian, or some textured protein matter tacos, the Pearl can sort you out. As for me, unless I'm going to a restaurant at the Pearl, or there's some big advertised event, I'll have to give it a miss. read more

We made the trek out to Pearl Brewery, thankfully we decided against making a whole day plan out of it, and drove up. We had read how amazing it was and how it rivals the highline park in New York. This hype is definitely not based in any reality at this point in time. The area is nice and you an tell the drive to make it great is there, it just needs more time. The culinary institute is there as well as a few apartments, but the promised art installations and great restaurants were all still being built or were still training staff in anticipation of opening later. It's also a bit confusing as there are no signs or maps anywhere, I guess because there isn't much open yet. We ate at the paint-still-drying La Gloria and had some very good, though tiny tacos. I think this exemplifies the whole concept of the area. A very nice, though perhaps slightly pretentious place that shrinks the food and raises the prices to seem trendy. The patio seating was incredible though. Hopefully the presence of the culinary institute doesn't cause the rest of the area to do the same. It looks promising, but definitely not worth a dedicated trip yet. read more

Love, love, love the kale salad! Portobello burger was great. Previously had grilled veggies and those were tasty too. Casual atmosphere, average to noisy as the surfaces are all hard. Also have picnic tables and a dog friendly patio. read more

Love me some Pearl. From their jogging trail, to the outdoor movies/events, to the swanky shops and restaruants, this place rocks. The entire place is beautiful and is always a goodtime. Don't forget Farmer's Market on Sat A.M. read more

Today marks my 100th Yelp review. My how time flies! For such a special occasion, an equally special venue deserves five stars. When I think of places that make San Antonio the astounding city it is, Pearl is the first to come to mind. Yes, this is where the king of cheap light beers was once brewed. If you've never had a Pearl michelada, life is passing you by, my friend. So, the Pearl Brewery area, or just "Pearl" if you will, maintains it's cool historical factor while offering some of the most unique activities in the city - all in one concentrated area. Here you will find some of San Antonio's most raved about restaurants (Sandbar, Il Sogno, La Gloria, and the newly opened CIA eatery, Nao), or boutiques to find the perfect gift (Adelante, Twig bookstore, or Melissa Guerra). You can also get your fitness on jogging along the upper river reach that runs right alongside the complex, or visiting Synergy Studio - a local favorite yoga hot spot (seriously, it gets hot in there). You can even have your wedding or other special event on the grounds or in the Texas-style Pearl Stable! Whatever it is you decide to do at Pearl, chances are you will enjoy it and you will want to come back. This is one of the first places I bring out-of-town visitors, but also one of my favorite spots as a local. Start off your night with a Pimm's Cup at Blue Box, take ten steps over to Sandbar for legit east-coast oysters (don't forget the Key Lime Pie), then have night cap frozen drink (with an umbrella too) at La Gloria. The best part? Pearl is only getting started. And I can't wait to witness what happens next. read more

The Pearl is a highlight of SA, but I am a little peeved with it - here's why: 1) Just because there aren't the best cocktail bars, doesn't mean you can charge NYC/LA prices for your cocktails here, where living is cheaper. 2) I really enjoy the (small) farmer's market. It is kid and pet-friendly, and each of the entrepreneurs and booths have gracious and knowledgeable hosts. 3) I considered living at Can Plant, but I found the 1BRs too small for two people. The gym is tiny for how many residents there are. 4) Parking is GREAT! There are so many locations to park, and the overall blueprint of the structures makes this very car-friendly. Nice job, Pearl planners! 5) Why a four? I think that everything is priced a little steep, and because this is a big hub in Alamo Heights/Tobin Hill, there can be long lines at restaurants and crowded venues on Friday nights. read more

My father in law said he has drank Pearl beer for as long as he can remember, so I told him I'd make a stop out here to take some pictures. We went out when the farmers market was going on and it was pretty cool. They had some neat old stuff still around and the old buildings were really cool. It's a great stop to eat and hang out. read more

I confess that I was really looking forward to the return of the themed movies down at the amphitheater this year. Taking a bottle of wine, some crackers and cheese, whatever, and sitting on the ground watching a decent flick was a blast. But this year, with corporate sponsorship, that spontaneous, rebellious, independent, grassroots vibe of "stickin' it to the Man" has been shattered and scattered like the half dozen empty beer cans and promotional handouts left from last night that I picked up there this morning before my run. In short, why would anyone want to sit in the July dusk, covered in Deet, simply to have their choices limited by some corporate entity as they watch a film they've seen countless times? Heck, at least let the local breweries have a shot, no pun intended. That subtle creaking sound you just heard.....that's my soapbox creaking. Sorry. read more

Amazing place to hang out!! There's always something going on...and there are tons of awesome shops, restaurants, and bars in walking distance. read more

I love going here when in San Antonio. Lots of things to see and places to shop/eat. Plus it's right on the Riverwalk! Beautiful.

The Pearl and all it has to offer is a wonderful place to spend any hours. From the bookshops to the coffee shops to the "I didn't even know they made those" shops there is something for everyone. I wander the shops and grounds before attending a wedding reception at The Stables. The atmosphere is wonderful and the photo opps endless. Every town such have a place like The Pearl! read more

I love this area of town. After relocating from LA County to San Antonio it didn't take me long to discover that there is a Farmer's Market that is here every Saturday. Ever since I was a young boy and I would come to SA to visit my grandparents The Pearl Brewery has been a landmark. However back then it was still an operating brewery. Today it is the center of all things civilized and urbane in this fair city of ours. Along with the Saturday Market there are a plethora of excellent restaurants, interesting stores, urban living quarters, and one of the jewels in the crown is a branch of the Culinary Institute of America, or as I like to call it, the other CIA. This campus has not only enhanced the greater culinary good here in San Antonio, but it also stands out as a restaurant presence in and of itself with it's restaurant NAO, their cafe, and the food service that they do during the Farmer's Market. The Pearl is as much a location that I like to showcase to guests from out of town as much as the more popular attractions of the Alamo and the River Walk. It is just another reason to have some civic pride for my adopted city of San Antonio! read more

This technically isn't for the Pearl Brewery but for an event held at the Pearl Brewery. Some of you may have seen the banners around town recently promoting the first annual Tamales at Pearl event. Needless to say any outdoor party event I'm always down to go to. What's better?! A festival devoted to Tamales and beer!!! The whole party started at 12 and I arrived at 1:30 and it was supposed to end at 7. By 2 pm every place ran out of Tamales and the few places that had generic tamales left over were met with giant lines. Only thing I can think the people that put on this event were not expecting such a huge turn out. But how could you under shoot the attendance. San Antonio looks for any reason to party especially if the event has a tamale theme. I really enjoyed going and will give it another shot next year but I just hope they can pull it off better. On a side note Andy Garcia tamales suck something fierce!!! They did not belong at this event!!! read more

great to see hat thia space ia being used productively... great restaurants and shops. very hip place to see and be seen.

free wifi around. free parking. very nice. walk along the river side can get to downtown!! pretty amazing.