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    The County Line

    3.1 (1.3k reviews)
    ModerateBarbeque
    Closed • 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Touristy
    Good for kids

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    The homemade bread is warm, sweet, fluffy
    Alexa J.

    Don't know why this place gets negative reviews, no matter what location. My first time going to any location and for $30 I got Cherry Limeade and 2 meat plate with the homemade bread. It was soo good, especially the bread and second cut brisket.

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    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
    Julie K.

    If you are looking for decent bbq on the riverwalk, this is the place. We sat outside right at the river which was great for people watching. Our server was really nice and attentive. I loved the fried pickle spears. Not too much breading at all. The pulled pork sandwich was ok but the brisket was so good! The right amount of smoke and the bbq sauce was perfect! I'm not sure where you would need to park as our hotel was right on the riverwalk, so we were right around the corner. Is it worth the drive?...yes

    DJ H.

    If you're looking for authentic Texas barbecue on the San Antonio River Walk, The County Line absolutely delivers. From the moment you walk in, the atmosphere strikes the perfect balance between laid-back Texas charm and a lively River Walk experience. The staff was incredibly friendly, attentive, and made us feel welcome from start to finish. I ordered the three-meat plate with the sausage, second-cut brisket, and smoked turkey, and every bite was outstanding. The brisket was tender and packed with smoky flavor, the sausage had the perfect snap and seasoning, and the smoked turkey was surprisingly juicy and flavorful. The baked beans and mac & cheese were fantastic sides that complemented the barbecue perfectly. To top it all off, I had one of the best mango margaritas I've ever tasted--refreshing, smooth, and the perfect pairing for the meal. And don't even think about skipping the complimentary bread with honey butter. It's warm, fresh, and absolutely to die for. Between the incredible food, excellent service, and unbeatable River Walk atmosphere, The County Line was one of the highlights of our trip to San Antonio. I wouldn't hesitate to eat here again and will absolutely recommend it to anyone visiting the city. Five stars all the way!

    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.

    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!!

    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.

    Combo platter with two sides!
    Debbie R.

    See my Google review for this place! ! WOW-WOW-WOW! Great food, perfect pricing (not Riverwalk overpriced) and great service! I brought my two Japanese teenage cousins and we ate on the patio. They had never tried BBQ so this restaurant needed to impress! That's when Kevin B our server introduced himself! Such a great personality! Suggested some amazing items, both chose the combo platters (so they could taste a variety) and i had the loaded baked potato topped with brisket! They both gave the food 12/10 stars and i am sure, will be back to try BBQ again! When in San Antonio, I highly suggest this restaurant- the location, prices, amount of food was literally, PERFECT! Thanks Kevin for the excellent service!

    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.

    3 meats platter sausage turkey and brisket

    Visiting San Antonio and wanted some local bbq this was great stuff my partner and I shared a 3 meat combo and it was a great choice Brisket , pepper turkey. And sausage all were delicious. Love the window seat over looking the river walk cozy feeling and a great view. Server was patient while we decided great job and attentive service so glad we choose County Line at the river walk

    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!

    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.

    Brisket, dryyyyyyyyyy

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    Ordered delivery, and was pleasantly surprised, tasty and very nice on the phone when I called for extra bbq sauce, utensils and napkins.

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    It's ok, it's not the wow factor. The beef ribs should be a little hotter. Because when I ordered it, it was lukewarm.

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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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    Four Brothers

    Four Brothers

    4.2(239 reviews)
    0.1 mi•Downtown
    •$$$

    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!

    Great atmosphere, Great service. The price versus quality doesn't meet! My date had the lamb chops…read more The lamb chops were full of fat and untrimmed, this fat didn't add any flavor. They were cooked medium rare. I don't recommend the lamb. I had the red snapper filet. I was basically. The best thing about the entire meal was dessert! We shared a large slice of butter pie and ice cream. Other than that, the food was average to, not good I made the mistake of going to this tourist spot, inside of the la mansion hotel, $168 later, I can truly say that I would never recommend this restaurant!

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    Q Kitchen | Bar

    Q Kitchen | Bar

    3.8(151 reviews)
    0.1 mi•Downtown
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    First time In San Antonio love the vibe so far. Although I was expecting a full menu it was limited…read morebar food menu. I got the burger and fries and it came out the plate was warm thr burger was big nice portion of fries perfectly cooked and salted. I bit into the burger and dang it was good! Not sure what brand of cheddar but it was so sharp in a good way it complimented the burger and the mayo was great as well. I give it a 10/10.​

    Party of 2, dined on Monday 1100, Monday 2300 and Tuesday 0900…read more OVERALL Great service, great food, great ambiance. SERVICE Two out three of our servers were named Marie/Maria and Leeza. All three servers were attentive, kind, and helpful. We received water and coffee refills without asking. ALL AMERICAN We exerperienced this meal two different days. The potatoes are deliciously seasoned and crispy yet soft and fluffy. Hard boiled eggs were prepared perfectly and arrived hot. The chicken sausages were sweet and savory. The preserve was divine, well bodied, and high quality. The wheat and sourdough toasts were toasted just right where they were crisp and soft. TEXAS WAFFLE Worth a try! Crisp, fluffy, and perfectly texture and flavored waffle. Great size for sharing. The berries topped with were fresh. The fresh whipped cream was creamy and thick and refreshing. STEEL CUT OATMEAL This is a large portion and great for 2-3 people. The oats were cooked tender with the right amount of water content. The bananas and blueberries were fresh and ripe. The toasted coconut was browned well, flavorful, and crisp. The honey and hemp seeds(?) Were a great addition. FRUIT CUP All fruit were ripe and fresh: honeydew, cantaloupe, strawberries, blackberries, blueberries, pineapple. Crispy Chicken Wings Elected guajillo buffalo flavor. Great amount of heat and tang. Well-rounded flavor compared to a simple buffalo flavor. Accouterments in clouded fresh celery and Picasa. Smoky ranch was flavorful, not too rich, and a smooth consistency. Q Burger Elected a medium cooked burger. Very delicious, juicy, flavorful and balanced. All ingredients complimented each other. A burger lover would really enjoy this burger. AMBIANCE Very high ceiling. Open, fresh space. Surrounding sound was relaxing with the indoor river flowing next to the Q Kitchen. Cool climate control. Gentle country music low enough to hear and have a quiet conversation. Lights are lowered during late night dining.

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    Q Kitchen | Bar - All American (elected boiled eggs, chicken sausage, and wheat toast)

    All American (elected boiled eggs, chicken sausage, and wheat toast)

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    Carriqui - Botana Platters are part of every good time in South Texas, and Carriqui will offer with three options.

    Carriqui

    4.4(751 reviews)
    1.5 mi•Tobin Hill
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    Beautiful restaurant. Service is very good. Had ceviche, tuna al pastor, and the corn cakes. The…read morescallop ceviche was a bit bland but I like the crunchiness of the green apple. I didn't need extra fat from avocado after the corn cakes since it doesn't add much flavor to the dish. The corn cakes are good and I will order again but not as good as some other cornbread. It came with 2 cakes. One was undercooked and one has a crispy crust. The undercooked one was my favorite. It is more moist with soft in the middle. Tuna Al Pastor has a kick but nothing special. Tres Leches was beautiful. 4/5. I like the fresh fruits to cut down the sweetness. The cake was a bit in the dense side. The icing on top was thick. I wish it was a fluffy whip cream to cut down from all the sweetness. Overall it's still a better tres leches than other places in the area.

    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.

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    Carriqui - 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 - Carriqui's award winning margaritas are perfect for good times and great stories.

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