Beer, wine and pizza...what's not to love about The Growler Exchange?…read more For those of you who have never been to this amazing business before, The Growler Exchange is a tap room and restaurant which carries a huge variety of unique beers, as well as some of the most delicious pizza you've ever had in your life. I've been a regular at this restaurant for 5 years and I can tell you that quality has stayed the same throughout the years. I also appreciate that they now have a bigger variety of wines and you can also buy beer and wine to-go. If you are looking to try their amazing pizza, their most popular pie (and my husband's favorite) is their Mike's Special which is a red sauce pizza with mozzarella, pepperoni, bacon and topped with honey drizzle. However, if you prefer something spicy (like I do), I highly recommend their Spicy Meat Sweats which is also a red sauce pizza with mozzarella, garlic sausage, pepperoni, salami, bacon and topped with some very spicy chili oil. Hope everyone gets to try this amazing local business, and don't forget to bring your growler with you! PSA for the parents: They do welcome kids, and they even have a changing station in the women's bathroom.

Great place to watch the Spurs, eat a pizza, grab a beer, or hang out with friends…read more Large selection of beer, small selection of bites. Plenty of tvs for Spurs watching. Patio. Small and intimate.

Rock n Roll Dive Bar!…read more Located in Government Hill historic district, across from Fort Sam Houston, formally Betty's Battalion that was here for years and years. Just outside of downtown and only a few blocks from Pearl. Love the crescent booths! Great jukebox! Whole vibe is cool and chill. Great place to meet friends, and hang out. We chatted with co-owner Nathan and had an enjoyable evening. They just open a couple of months ago... We will definitely be back!

I stopped by Slow Ride with my husband and my brother this past Friday night. We were staying an…read moreairbnb just down Grayson from Slow Ride, so it was the perfect place to stop for a drink and catch up with my brother. The bar really couldn't be cooler. It has the decor and vibes of a midwestern dive bar in the 70s: retro bar furniture, old signs, neon, and wood paneling. They have a simple but perfect bar menu: beers, classic cocktails, and a couple of wines. I had a martini; my brother had a daquiri; and my husband had a couple of Lone Stars. The service good. The drinks were good. The vibes were perfect (they even had Selena playing on the TV over the bar - which made me feel right at home). I don't want to sound 100, but the DJ was way too loud for me on a Friday night (we couldn't hear each other talk),but otherwise the bar was the perfect place for Friday night drinks. Slow Ride offers a dive-ish alternative to the more polished, fancy places just down the road at the Pearl. If you're looking for something with lots of character, Slow Ride might be perfect.

We came in a bit after 6:30 on a Wednesday - no one else in the place except for the…read morebartender/order taker. Music was at a nice level! Parking was adequate (no other cars in the lot) - don't know about the requirement for "signing in" since the parking lot is some how managed by cameras/computers. I just parked and we walked in. I hate those systems. The young woman behind the bar was friendly and paid attention to what we said - a pleasant experience. The order was placed at the bar and not at the table. We placed the order and it promptly arrived. The prices were certainly reasonable. The service to the table was great. The interior is rather sterile - but has various accoutrements to some what offset that - certainly not like a pub warm feeling. The beer I order was maybe a C+. It seemed a bit flat, but had a good taste. The hamburger, Grand Tour Hamburger, at $16.50 was really enjoyable. I requested it not be "smashed" ( I don't like smash burgers) and to be cooked rare - but it came out medium well. Nevertheless the flavors of the meat and toppings were quite satisfying. I think I return and find a beer that I may really like. Then that may elevate Breakaway to a 5 star - it is almost there now.

Man, what an awesome spot!…read more Not sure if I loved the vibe, the decor, the couches, the space or the beers better. Basically a bicycle theme microbrewery that has a fantastic lay out and such inviting space with comfy couches and other seating. The vibes are all Breaking Away (some of a certain age will remember this 70s movie). Had a flight + 2 full pours. All their beers are solid and it was hard to find which full pours I was going to have. Their Marzen was definitely the winner both times. If you can, try it before it runs out as it's only being offered for Oktoberfest. The bar keep was super cool, attentive and definitely added to the vibe.

Went on a Wednesday night right after Cinco de Mayo thinking we were going to beat the crowds…read more.. but surprisingly enough the place was PACKED which honestly was a great sign. We did have a little wait, but it was definitely expected. Once seated, we got chips and what I think was a yellow habanero salsa and OMG it was absolutely delicious. I ordered the enchilada trio and my husband got the carnitas half parrillada. We also ordered chicken tenders for our little one and let me tell y'all... those chicken tenders were better than Cane's and Chick-fil-A combined They were juicy, crispy, and tasted freshly fried. My enchiladas were SO good!! My favorite was definitely the mole one. My husband's carnitas were really good too. Overall, we had a great experience and I'll definitely be back

Food was bland. Sauces taste like they need more punch. Molé had an artificial cherry taste to it…read morethat I did not enjoy. Salsa was mid. Not spicy at all, seems like they are catering to the type of crowd in this area. Dessert was awful. Got the Flan and it was grainy, not set properly. The chocolate sauce is straight from a hersheys bottle. The whipped cream is straight from a cool whip container. Honestly would have rated this place higher if they didn't insult me with that dessert. I took one bite. Service was okay. Ambiance is confusing. Is it a Mexican restaurant or a sports bar. They seem to have a confusing identity. Will not be returning.

What a cool little wine shop! The guy that helped me was a wonderful source of information. He…read moretold me all about the various wines and helped me find wines that were similar to regular store bought wines that I enjoy. Highly recommend if you're looking for a new type of wine without certain additives!!

A great selection of unique and afforable wines. Travis and Janet are friendly and welcoming…read more A gem of a shop!

We went here last night for dinner and it turns out they had a Oktoberfest menu. I'm not sure how…read morewe were supposed to know that as it was not listed anywhere on their website or social media So I was not able to get a burger like I was expecting we were still able to get a pizza and it was fantastic. I would say in the year plus that we have been in San Antonio. I've only found a handful of pizza places, that I thought we were any good and this is way up there And to make it even better, I normally would've gotten a more complicated Pizza but because my eight year-old is with us we just got the pepperoni and it was great. The sourdough crust is nice and different and it's got that nice Coal fire char on the crust. The flavor itself was wonderful. We then also got the pretzel board from the Oktoberfest menu I thought the pretzel was good, but I didn't think the board was particularly well put together in terms of the other things on the board that didn't necessarily go with the pretzel Again that being said it was a one-day menu so we would definitely go back. I would definitely get the pizza again. I really would love to try their burger And I want to highlight their french fries. These are my new favorite french fries in all of San Antonio. They are very crispy and then covered in some awesome spicing sort of like Doritos, not necessarily in the taste just in the amazingness of the feel of that spice on your fingers as you eat it they were so so so good.

Ah-mazing!!!! Would you believe I watched an episode of "Diners, Drive Ins, and Dives" San Antonio,…read moreand this was one places featured?!!! I immediately book marked it as a place I wanted to hit! The front street view of the place wasn't eye catching, but once inside, it was lively and busy. Super casual, order at the counter. We received a very friendly greeting and the gentleman happily introduced us to their menu. Love how everything is made in house scratch. They make their own sourdough breads, brews, and brisket. We made it just in time before brunch ended ( ends at 1400). We ordered: Brunch Pastrami and egg on sourdough potato roll sando. Delicious!!!!! The roll was so soft , the house made pastrami was tasty and not overly salty, paired with 2 fried eggs, and ooey gooey melted Swiss. Yumm!!! Little pricey as it didn't come with anything else. But, it definitely was amazing! Shared a large Native Texan pizza. Woweee! One of the best pizzas we ever had. It had house made pastrami brisket, house pickled jalapeños, red onions, and various cheeses. It was topped and swirled with a tallow Bbq sauce, which gave it a slight smoky flavor. The jalapeños gave a nice after bite kick. The sourdough crust was perfectly thin, with a slight sweet aftertaste. We took home some leftover pizza slices and they were still as delicious the first day. Hubby is still raving about the pizza today lol Plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. We didn't try any of their home brews as it was too early in the day for us, but for sure next time. Can't wait to revisit and try some more things on the menu. Military discount is offered.

We really didnt know what to expect. We had selected the venue due to proximity for a business…read morelunch mtg. We showed up and it was a bar. The staff was firendly and prompt. We ordered from the lunch menu and the burgers were juicy without being greasy. They were smash burger style. I got the cheesiest Swiss and mushroom that was delicious and hearty. It was a bit loud for networking, but I would probably come back after 5 PM.

Food and Service was great . First time there , had been wanting to go there , just always passed…read moreby .Ate there last night Sept. 25, we enjoyed it . It was different mostly like a bar atmosphere, but was nice. Burger was fresh definitely not frozen, good taste w/fries. Good place to chill after a long day at work.

The bottle-and-board special keeps bringing us back. -- Postino Broadway in San Antonio has easily…read morebecome one of those dependable neighborhood spots for lingering over wine, sharing a generous board and stretching the evening just a little longer. We eventually joined the monthly bottle membership, which probably says everything about how often this place works for us. The bruschetta boards are generously portioned with enough variety to lean savory, sweet or somewhere deliciously in between, and they pair perfectly with an easy bottle of wine. It's casual enough for a spontaneous stop but still feels polished enough to make an ordinary evening feel like a treat. One of the highlights is when they open the large bar windows and the whole space shifts into that indoor-outdoor mode. You can sit inside, outside or right along the open-air edge and enjoy the best of both. We've even come here after a full dinner somewhere else just to linger, lounge and finish the night with another pour. Postino has easily become a San Antonio spot for relaxed sips, shareable bites and easy neighborhood vibes.

Really didn't get enough to try a review…read more From our one stop that a local recommended- it wasn't worth the hype. The bruschetta flight was wheat bread (yuckyyy) and the toppings were skimped on. Flavor was not there for the food. I forced myself to eat it all too because I refuse to waste food in this economy but my bf didn't like any so I was accepting the challenge Wine was a basic glass and the atmosphere is kinda odd aesthetic. Not sure what their vibes or theme is. Kinda just plain. One bartender and she was kinda spacey and ppl were flagging her down for service. There was a man next to us at the bar and he was clearly a regular. He knew bartenders name and she knew his and the conversation was more professional / business customer service than friend. He said his meatballs didn't taste normal or good and I heard the bartender tell him either the chef quit or is on vacation and someone else was back there. He sent it back but was trying to tell her he didn't want another one but she got a manager and came out they said they were sorry and making him another one. Not sure if I went on a one off but I doubt I'll be back if in the area.

I LOVE this lil spot. Everything I ordered had so much flavor. Even the ranch was special. These…read morefries are probably the best fries I've had in San Antonio. The Gucci Buffalo wings were so juicy and packed full of seasoned flavor. The service slow but that's because everything is made to order and it was definitely worth the wait. They played some of my favorite songs over head. Nice to hear hear old Daft Punk. The lighting at nice is pretty cool with all the pink and purple. I'm definitely going to come back. Street parking only though but worth it.

I have tried this place when they first opened and wasn't really a fan. I tried it again this…read moreweekend thinking maybe it is different seeing all the raving reviews and it is still not for me. I ordered at the counter with a very kind lady. The service was good. At first she said they changed the menu they used to serve larger wings and now it is the smaller wings. I ordered 6 green gawd and 6 southern fried, and a side of fries... they charge for ranch! The ranch doesn't really taste like ranch I didn't like it at all The southern fried wings looked large to me... I thought they do not serve those anymore, they were definitely refried I didn't even finish them. I kind of enjoyed the green gawd ones. Still overwhelming flavor. This place is definitely not my cup of tea

I really love the atmosphere here! The way that the dining is set up. You don't hear a lot of…read morenoise, even though there are a lot of people. We were seated right away, we chose the chef's table because we had already eaten dinner at home, but just wanted to go out for a stroll around the pearl and grab some dessert. We ordered the lemon blueberry Panna cotta and not only is it delicious but it's also beautiful! It looks like a work of art. I ordered one of their craft beers and we got some french fries on the side just to offset the sweet. Definitely a great dessert if you are not wanting something too sweet or two filling. It has been over 10 years since I have been here to eat, but being there reminded me how much I loved the last meal I had here so I am eager to go back for lunch or dinner!

One of the best restaurants I went to in San Antonio…read more The food was perfect. The deviled eggs were very good with a bit of spice. Definitely a surprise as an appetizer but good. We also had the snapper throats and loved them. The aioli was a great sauce with them. I had the gulf catch of the day, which was grouper, and it was so good. Great seasoning, perfectly flaky and moist, a nice crust on the outside. With that we had some jalapeno corn bread which was also delicious. Not too dry at all. I was hoping for it to be spicy but it was not. For dessert, I gad panna cotta and it was a great ending. Not too sweet, but the berries made up for that. The lavender meringue bites had a great crunch. Our server (Maya) was excellent. She was so friendly and helpful. Finally, the decor is unmatched anywhere. It used to be a brewery and they kept the old pipes and valves, which look very cool. It has a great vibe. I highly recommend. Without the need to, I'll mention anyway that it's not cheap. But it's worth it.