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    The County Line

    3.1 (1.3k reviews)
    ModerateBarbeque
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Dogs allowed

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    Ranch Water
    Christine C.

    First night of our San Antonio vacation and wanted to grab some dinner on the Riverwalk. John was our server- attentive and friendly. The restaurant has a southern feel with cows on the wall and antlers in the chandeliers! BBQ was delicious. Pork Sandwich was HUGE and the Brisket was super tender. BBQ sauce was a Star. Great start to our San Antonio week!

    Pulled Pork Sandwich
    Ronnie K.

    Location is great. I did feel like the seating along the river is a little tight. There people at the table behind us kept bumping into me. And the bricks under the table were extremely uneven, which made our table not sit straight. Service was great, no complaints there. We ordered deep-fried pickles, the pulled pork sandwich and light brisket platter. Everything was good except the pulled pork sandwich, which I was very disappointed in. The sides with the brisket were a little bland. But the brisket was great!!

    Baked potatoe with pulled pork
    Kristi B.

    So we were looking for some barbecue that was nearby and this location was close to us. While it didn't have the best reviews we decided to give it a chance We were seated inside, and I decided to have the loaded baked potato with pulled pork. Potato was great, pulled pork was really good even though I will say visually this is not what you think of when you think of pulled pork. Quite frankly when they first brought it out, I actually thought it was curry. My husband got the plate with ribs, lean brisket, pulled pork, and for sides, he got the collard greens and the potato salad. The brisket was pretty dry and the ribs had a weird seasoning to them, which he honestly just couldn't get past and didn't end up eating much of them. Pulled pork wasn't to his liking. He just didn't like the flavor of it . Collard greens are pretty good. They definitely had a lot of heat to them and potato salad was good although they are heavy on the dill pickle side. So overall, the food was not terrible, but was not the best barbecue we've ever had

    Fried Pickles
    Rebekah W.

    Stopped by The County Line on the San Antonio Riverwalk and the atmosphere is definitely the highlight. It's right on the water and sitting outside makes for great people-watching -- perfect spot if you want to enjoy the Riverwalk vibe while you eat. The servers were friendly and welcoming, which added to the experience. We tried the fried pickles to start. They were spears instead of slices, which was a first for me. The flavor was fine, but the batter slid off pretty easily, making them a little awkward to eat. For my main, I ordered the light brisket plate with potato salad and coleslaw. The brisket was just okay -- a bit tough and came out cold. The sides were average and didn't really stand out. I also had a glass of wine, but nothing memorable there either. Overall, there are definitely better barbecue spots in San Antonio if you're looking for top-tier food. But for the Riverwalk location, friendly service, and fun atmosphere -- especially outdoors -- it's a solid option if you're prioritizing the view and people-watching over the meal.

    Location on Riverwalk
    LInda C.

    While you are in Texas you must have BBQ. Riverwalk worker recommended this place. I had a pulled pork sandwich loaded with pulled pork, and coleslaw. The only thing that was different, the coleslaw was in chunks not shreds. Flavor okay. Margarita came with a tumbler. Great for the price of $14. Outdoor seating, and the service was good. Place filled up quickly mid-afternoon.

    Matt A.

    Cool spot! I stopped here off the Riverwalk for dinner. I ordered the two meat plate with brisket and sausage; the sides were potato salad and mac and cheese. I was a little disappointed that the brisket was on the tough side. It had a noticeable smoke ring and great flavor. The sausage was good and had a little spice to it. The potato salad and mac and cheese were great. Service was quick and courageous and the prices were good, considering the touristy location.

    What I left on my plate when I left.
    Dan L.

    I got the three meat plate - brisket, ribs, pulled pork, beans, mac 'n cheese, and the queso & chips appetizer. The only good things were the queso and chips & my server. The brisket is pale like it was boiled or something. The ribs were tough and chewy. The pulled pork was in some sort of disgusting liquid. The mac and cheese was mushy and the beans were horrible. I came here because Pinkerton's was closed due to it being Monday. Lesson learned.

    Potato salad
    April R.

    What do I have to say about this place- 1st of all Manuel is very friendly and told us the best drinks to get. He always made sure we were good and our drinks never got empty. The menu has a lot of great items, but whatever you get it's always delicious. We loved the food & it was absolutely fantastic! The atmosphere was very lazy back and very quiet. Loved how clean it was and tables were not sticky at all!!! Definitely always a favorite for us and it never fails to amaze us!

    Brisket, dryyyyyyyyyy
    Nicole C.

    This food was so dry. The brisket had no flavor, Cole slaw bland, sauces weren't that good.

    Angela W.

    Great BBQ at very good prices right on the Riverwalk. You can smell smoke. This is real deal BBQ. Husband & I had the platter and we both indulged and took some home. It was like $35. The drinks were good. The loaf of bread came out hot with soft creamy butter. The brisket was tender and didn't need sauce. The chicken was juicy and cooked perfectly. The sausage had a little kick and was the first meat we ate. So good. Highly recommend!!

    1/2 lb sausage app
    Torrey S.

    They have salads and sandwiches back! The server struggled with simple words like "fries," but he was pleasant enough, if preoccupied with the table behind us. The turkey was moist and flavorful, but nothing was hot - the only detractor. We had mediocre experiences that few visits, but they have absolutely redeemed themselves!

    Baked potato with brisket
    Stacey C.

    Service was really good . I got the baked potato with brisket it was good but definitely on the fatty side.

    It's a delicious plate of meat!
    Lillian H.

    I can't eat enough food when I'm there! It's all so good! I had the lean brisket and I loved the bbq sauce they use! The collard greens were a hit! Loved my peach cobbler too!

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    Macaroni and cheese was tasteless, brisket was dry and not even sure what the plan was for the ribs. Staff was nice and attentive

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    Located on the river walk, which is beautiful any time of day. The service was good, but the food was just okay.

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    Plentiful food. Great spot for lunch---fast service def worth a return visit. A good spot

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    Pinkerton's Barbecue

    Pinkerton's Barbecue

    4.4
    (1.3k reviews)
    0.3 mi
    $$

    If I had to describe my experience at Pinkerton's Barbecue with four A's, it'd be this:…read more Authentic - Everything tasted like true Texas barbecue. The meat was smoky, tender, and packed with flavor without needing to hide behind sauce. Attentive - The staff was friendly, welcoming, and made us feel like they genuinely appreciated our business. Great service from start to finish. Addictive - Every bite made me want another. The food was so good that I was already thinking about my next visit before we even left. Amazing - From the quality of the food to the atmosphere and service, everything exceeded expectations. This was one of the best barbecue experiences I've had. Pinkerton's absolutely lived up to the hype. Fantastic food, outstanding service, and an all-around memorable experience. I'll definitely be back the next time I'm in Texas. Highly recommend!

    My family and I recently visited Pinkerton's Barbecue, and it was an outstanding experience from…read morestart to finish. The employees were incredibly friendly and went out of their way to make us feel welcome. Great customer service like that really makes a difference. The food was absolutely delicious. The jalapeño cheddar sausage was a 10/10--full of flavor with a nice spicy kick that wasn't overwhelming. The regular sausage was also a 10/10 and just as impressive. The brisket was juicy, tender, and loaded with flavor in every bite. For sides, we tried the macaroni and cheese with bacon, and it was phenomenal. Rich, creamy, and easily one of the best sides I've had. The jalapeño rice was something I've never had before, and it was surprisingly unique and incredibly good. Overall, Pinkerton's Barbecue delivered amazing food and exceptional service. I'll definitely be coming back and highly recommend it to anyone looking for great barbecue.

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    Kitchen carving area
    IG: tonylameats | Sliced turkey, sliced brisket, pork rib, jalapeno sausage, mac n cheese, aunt may blueberry cobbler!
    IG: tonylameats | Sliced turkey, sliced brisket, pork rib, jalapeno sausage, mac n cheese, aunt may blueberry cobbler!
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    Four Brothers

    Four Brothers

    4.2
    (232 reviews)
    0.1 mi
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    Another great meal! Our server Brahim provided the perfect service: attentive, thoughtful, kind…read more Really enhanced our meal. For a starter we shared the cornbread with another couple and it was plenty for 4 people. If you are from out of town and looking for some Texas-shaped vittles or just want something substantial to stretch your meal I recommend it! Very tasty and filling. For my main I had the scallops with creamed corn risotto. It was a dainty portion but the flavors were nice. My husband had the short rib tagliatelle which he loved. It was very rich and filling. We had the buttermilk pie again for dessert and this time it tasted sweeter than I remembered. It was good but we couldn't finish it. Idk if it was my tastebuds or if it was different. Anyways still a great meal overall and we will be back!

    We arrived in San Antonio after an 11+ hour road trip from New Orleans. By 7 pm hubs wanted dinner…read moreas soon as we checked into our hotel. Checked Yelp for dinner suggestions so Doc drove us to the paid lot next to where all the Cinderella lit up carriages drawn by horses were lined up. It seemed the boats going up and down the River portion of the Walk were busier. While we were walking I had my eyes open for a table with a view. We stopped at Four Brothers. The receptionist went over suggestions on the menu on her outdoor podium. Cornbread in the shape of Texas, shareable items like Dino ribs for $82, plus Pork Shank and ice tea completed our order. Everyone was very friendly. We had an exceptional view and we had more than enough food that we had to ask for take out boxes. My favorite was the Mac & cheese though I'm usually not a fan. This dish used cork screw shaped pasta and it was moist and not stuck together. I had to share a photo of it with Sweetie who is in Tokyo right now. Doc liked the pimento for the cornbread. As it was almost 9 pm we decided to pass on the boat ride but just walk on the other side with shops and more eateries. We're back on the road again tomorrow to Arizona.

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    Boudro's, a Texas Bistro

    Boudro's, a Texas Bistro

    4.1
    (3.7k reviews)
    0.1 mi
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    I always feel very badly when I don't do a review of such an excellent restaurant and frankly…read moreBoudro's is an example of an exceptional restaurant. Firstly, the ambience is incredible. We were right on the river walk, but walked through the entire restaurant on our way to be seated and every bit of it is as lovely as where we ended up sitting. The Riverwalk, however, is a people watching place and so there really isn't any place in this particular restaurant which is not gonna be pleasant. Secondly, the service is exceptional. This is a very busy place. However, the waiter was simply incredible. Very attentive, very informative quite humorous. He was frankly part of the river walk entertainment. Extremely accommodating and instructive as well. You can't hope for much more from a server in Restaurant than this activity. The food is really quite good. How are the drinks. Extremely dependable and the portions are generous and equally wonderful. There are many places to dine in San Antonio. However, this is an experience not to be missed and I mean that quite sincerely. Kudos for a very, very well run well situated and well managed enjoyable place to dine on the river walk in San Antonio.

    This was the most disappointing meal I've had in years…read more We brought a group of kids and adults. There was a total mismatch between the price and quality. Every dish was soulless. Lots of food left on the table. I had the crab tostada and I'm fairly certain it was microwaved. This is a tourist trap. In any location other than the Riverwalk, this food would struggle to justify half the cost. What an insulting experience. Two stars because the server was pleasant and we ate something. Never again.

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    Private dining space
    Chicken enchiladas verdes
    Chicken enchiladas verdes
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    Q Kitchen | Bar

    Q Kitchen | Bar

    3.8
    (149 reviews)
    0.1 mi
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    We stayed at the Hyatt for four nights and had breakfast here each day, so we got to try a ton!…read moreAlso, the atrium area of the hotel where Q kitchen is located is strikingly beautiful. Favorite item was the Alamo huevos rancheros. This was a rare treat to enjoy a dish with brisket, cheese, and salsa without some kind of heartburn afterwards. But this was lighter than expected and tasted amazing! Other dishes we tried: Egg white frittata: very good and a nice touch that it is served in a skillet! Texas waffle: was one of the best waffles either of us has had in a long time Blueberry pancakes: very good. I really enjoyed the stewed blueberry Chilaquiles: this we felt was the only miss. Didn't like that it was prepared with tortilla chips instead of fried tortillas Steak and eggs: ask for extra chimichurri sauce and maybe add some extra salt. Once you do that, this dish is fantastic Avocado toast: this definitely needs smoked salmon or other protein. Otherwise it isn't very substantial. I had it with smoked salmon and it really hit the spot. The service was polite and attentive. We're excited to return for our next visit

    Nice restaurant in Hyatt Agency downtown overlooking the Riverwalk. Beware, parking is expensive in…read morethe lot next door and they do not validate parking. My Ancho Chile Short Rib and my friend's Pasta with Chicken were both tasty and the chocolate dessert was delightful.

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    Dining Area
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    Huevos rancheros
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    Carriqui

    Carriqui

    4.4
    (751 reviews)
    1.5 mi
    $$

    I uploaded the pictures of these restaurant last year but somehow didn't write a review. Wow …read more. So where do I begin. I still remember how tasteful everything was. It was probably our most favorite place that we ate while in San Antonio. The ambiance was great, beautifully decorated restaurant with great service. The cocktails were delicious so we had a few. The food was flavorful and unique. We had a wonderful dinner with my family at Carriqui.

    Great restaurant located near the Pearl and I love the fact that they have their own private…read moreparking lot. Y'know it's impossible to find street parking especially on the weekends normally. I had made reservations to meet some friends here for brunch/lunch 1145 am on a Sunday. This place is bigger than it looks! There's seating at the main building, plus a huge outdoor patio seating area, and an entire other building beautifully decorated. The hostess was welcoming and friendly and our server was excellent. We were seated in the other building near the windows. The menu wasn't huge, but just right with a few lunch and brunch items. After debating for a while of what to order, I decided on the Texas Gulf Shrimp plate. Agua Fresca of the day per our server was strawberry pineapple. Our server was able to water mine down slightly- since it was very sweet, but love knowing that it was freshly made. Complimentary chips and salsa always a plus, and we were able to order some spicy salsa to accompany at no charge. My shrimp plate was delicious! 2 skewers of nicely cooked and seasoned shrimp atop salsa with perfectly cooked cilantro rice and a fresh leaf salad. A half slices avocado accompanied my plate. Oh how I love avocados. I thoroughly enjoyed my plate. The chicken al carbon was also a good choice - half a chicken that was juicy, not dry. The avocado toast was beautiful and the pecan salsa was quite interesting. The female performers during our brunch in the room, made it very hard for all of us to have conversations. The volume echoed loudly in the room, so it was very hard to speak and understand each other. Although a great idea, maybe outdoor patio area might be more suitable. Beautiful space, great service, good food.

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    The interior atrium above the Carriqui Bar brings fills the space with natural sunlight.
    The interior atrium above the Carriqui Bar brings fills the space with natural sunlight.
    Carriqui's award winning margaritas are perfect for good times and great stories.
    Carriqui's award winning margaritas are perfect for good times and great stories.
    Guacamole - simple, fresh, and perfect for getting started.

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    Guacamole - simple, fresh, and perfect for getting started.
    Curry Boys BBQ

    Curry Boys BBQ

    4.6
    (482 reviews)
    1.6 mi
    $$

    Initially I wasn't sure what to think about mixing BBQ with curry, but I was quickly won over!…read more We are in Texas, so naturally I had to try the brisket. It is served over green curry, which also happens to be my favorite! The brisket is served on top of the curry bowl, so I first tried just the meat. It was fall apart tender, perfectly moist, and full of flavor! I would pick their brisket over most other BBQ joints in a heartbeat! Next up was the curry by itself. It was also delicious and filled with potatoes and carrots! I am used to green curry being pretty spicy, but this is definitely a milder green curry. When I mixed the brisket in it was the perfect combination! The smokey meat blended with the curry spices was a delight to the palette, and it was just the right amount of food for a big and hungry guy like me! I can't wait to go back to try some of the other dishes! Great food! Fair and reasonable price! Friendly service! Definitely worth checking out!

    I'm always a little scared when trying Asian fusion foods, but this place understood the…read moreassignment! I got the brisket smoke show, and the tender brisket paired really well with the green curry. The rice was soft, and all the flavors just melted in your mouth. I do wish that the curry was a little thicker, as the curry felt closer to a broth than the Thai curries I've had before. The service was great and the workers were really helpful in helping me decide what to get. You get to sit wherever you want and you just leave your dishes at the table. Restaurant was decorated in such a homey way. Good bbq and good flavors!

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    The Esquire Tavern

    The Esquire Tavern

    4.1
    (3.6k reviews)
    0.1 mi
    $$

    Daniel is AMAZING! thanks for the help and making me laugh!!! Love the atmosphere/vibe.read more

    Update to first review below, rating updated from a 3 to a 5 star (drinks & bartender would get 10+…read morestars if we could rate that high): Saturday night: Went back for after dinner drinks at the Downstairs (a "speakeasy" throwback, look up the history of the place to see why). Drinks were AMAZING! Bartender Rob made the best Negroni I've ever had. I asked him to use whatever gin he thought best--result was an artistic smooooooth full-bodied drink. Told him when I was done I'd lick the glass if it wasn't considered so uncouth for a 'mature' lady like myself to do so Hubby's Buffalo Trace bourbon old fashioned was also outstanding. Rob was the bartender last night who did such a great job, and his work was even better tonight. We highly recommend The EsquireTavern for excellent cocktails. We love the long wood bar and high copper ceiling upstairs, but love the intimate speakeasy atmosphere downstairs even more. We'll definitely be back every time we're in San Antonio! First review, Friday night: Drinks were great (Manhattan and Bourbon Old Fashioned). REAL drinks, no complaints at all about those. And the bartenders were very friendly and helpful. Those aspects of the Esquire get 5+ stars from us. But the appetizers were not good, close to inedible. It was about 8:30pm or so, so maybe they were getting ready to close out the kitchen but the chalupitas with chicken tasted like rubber, and no flavor at all. The seafood platter had something in it that was breading with shell inside, but no meat of any kind. We couldn't figure out what it was supposed to be. The shrimp was good and the fish was good but those other things... We'll always love the drinks, the long wooden bar, and the ambiance at the Esquire Tavern, but we'll eat somewhere else and come here for before or after dinner drinks. (See update above to this review for when we returned the next night for after dinner drinks.)

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    Gorgeous full bar
    Chicken Fried Steak
    Chicken Fried Steak
    Rum for the Hills
 
 dominican republic rum, piña amaro, gentian amaro,
 pamplemousse, pineapple, lime, demerara
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