The food was amazing, but the service from Daniel D. was even better! He had my kids asking to go back again the next day. He took the time to help our boys order their own food, told us all about the rich history of the restaurant, which made our experience that much better. We've never had a better waiter! read more

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. read more

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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. read more

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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 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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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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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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Split pea soup is almost as good as mine, and that's saying a lot! I also had the German sampler. The cabbage, kraut and potatoes were outstanding. The bratwurst had a unique flavor, very good with their house mustard. The pork schnitzel was disappointing, too thick and tough; however the crust was just right, and crispy. The mushroom gravy basically turned it into a jaegerschnitzel. It was okay, not great, and was served on the side. The root beer reminded me of AAndW I got as a kid, very tasty but very pricey. Waitress was nice but service was very slow. read more

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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wow! oldest restaurant in san antonio did not disappoint! the reuben was served with homemade thousand island and my son had the best root beer float with his french toast! we loved the cold AC and our server was very attentive! read more

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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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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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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 arrived just before the lunch rush. Rueben sandwich was ok, nothing special. Hubs had schnitzel. Asked for mustard for brat and never got it. Half of his schnitzel was so burned that he couldn't cut into it so it was inedible. Waitress just looked unconcerned after we told her to tell the cook so no one else would experience this. Another waiter took it back to show the cook. When our waitress came back she did say sorry. Not real sure why this place is popular. We won't return. read more

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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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

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

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Atmosphere is fun, and prices are reasonable, however, a schnitzel is neither: it's small and thick. Schnitzel is supposed to be wide and thin. And that from a guy who sent a lot of time in Germany and Austria, enjoying many of schnitzels. Here is the picture of what you get at Schilos, and the following pics of what I got in Europe. 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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Great food and cool atmosphere. Daniel B was an amazing waiter!!! Highly recommend!!!

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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Even though they're only open until 2 o'clock in the afternoon, they open at 8 AM for breakfast. If you like old country style, homestyle cooking, this is the place near to the Riverwalk to go. Breakfast and lunch never disappoints. Make sure you get a root beer or even their famous pea soup. Nothing here, disappoints read more

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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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

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

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Nice quick breakfast. Cut decor, oldest restaurant in SA. Super friendly service! A nice stroll on the Riverwalk after eating was really great too. read more

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The oldest restaurant in town filled with German history and amazing food and homemade root beer. We actually tried several dishes and shared them ...I call it a table sampler. Our fantastic waiter, Jo, combined the perfect blend of hospitality and history of this historic culinary feast. A must visit place in downtown San Antonio...breakfast all day too. Everything tasted epic ! read more

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This was the absolute BEST food & service we have had all weekend by far! Daniel B was our waiter & FANTASTIC- I will recommend this place to everyone visiting San Antonio!! read more

Very good food in a historic restaurant building with a lot of appropriate decor. Great service. The German food was absolutely delicious, and the prices were reasonable. First time visitor to San Antonio, and it was a treat to be able to eat in the oldest restaurant in the city. Would love to go back there again one day. Would highly recommend! read more

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

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This place was awesome! The service was 5/5 . I had the Chicken and biscuits and my wife had a spinach, ham and sun dried tomato. This is the oldest restaurant in San Antonio and the ambiance is laid back and inviting. read more

My friends and I had a great time at Schilo's! Our server, Daniel B, was friendly and made us feel welcome along with the rest of the staff. The food was great (definitely get the gravy with the schnitzel) and their root beer is fantastic! They also have AMAZING air conditioning which is perfect for the summer. Next time we're in San Antonio we'll definitely make another visit! read more

My friends and I visited here for a girl's trip and loved it! Outstanding service from Daniel B. and great food! Worth a stop!

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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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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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

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

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