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    Schilo's

    4.0 (1.7k reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 2:30 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Classy
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    Moderate noise
    Good for groups

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    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.

    Angela K.

    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.

    Ruben
    Shylo B.

    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!

    Ashley M.

    Great German-style food, incredible root beer, and super friendly staff. I'd highly recommend for a casual lunch.

    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.

    Apple turnover
    Hoa L.

    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.

    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!
    Amanda G.

    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.

    Bar area
    Jeff T.

    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.

    Pastrami sandwich on Rye.
    David G.

    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.

    Cheesecake
    Lana K.

    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.

    Rob J.

    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.

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    Absolute perfection! Go here! Best meal I had in SA. Schnitzel, brats, pretzel, biscuits, gravy. Delicious.

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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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    Ask the Community - Schilo's

    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.… Read more

    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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