Acenar

146 E. Houston St, San Antonio, TX 78205

Phone: (210) 222-2362

Cuisine type: Tex Mex
Price: $$$

This culinary explosion of flavors was created by restaurateur Lisa Wong and Chef James Sanchez. For a fresh new approach among San Antonio restaurants, Ácenar promises cutting-edge Tex-Mex cuisine in a friendly and relaxing environment.

Alamo Café

14250 Hwy 281 North, San Antonio, TX 78232

Phone: (210) 495-2233

Cuisine type: Tex Mex
Price: $$

Alamo Café serves up a whole slew of Tex-Mex specialties including one of the best chicken fried steaks you'll have this side of the Rio Grande. Also try the fajitas and tortilla soup. Alamo Café offers great food and family-friendly service at reasonable prices. More than one location, see web site.

Aldaco's - Stone Oak

20079 Stone Oak, San Antonio, TX 78258

Phone: (210) 494-0561

Cuisine type: Tex Mex
Price: $$

Aldaco's Stone Oak is located at San Antonio's highest point, offering a most dramatic view of San Antonio's Hill Country along with modern Mexican architecture. Tequila has met its match... Blanca Aldaco, by creating an innovative Margarita menu with zesty food to match. The food, drinks and the view make Aldaco's an unforgettable evening in San Antonio.

Azúca Nuevo Latino

713 S. Alamo, San Antonio, TX 78205

Phone: (210) 225-5550 / Fax: (210) 225-8000

Cuisine type: Tex Mex, Other
Price: $$

Azuca's Sabor Latino Cuisine combines the traditional Latin dishes of yesterday, with the contemporary touches of today. Through a celebration of Latin and Caribbean ingredients and a fun atmosphere, Azuca showcases fresh and sensuous Nuevo Latino cuisine coupled with a unique Latin wine list.

Blanco Cafe

419 N. St. Mary's St., San Antonio, TX 78205

Phone: (210) 271-3300 / Fax: 271-0701

Cuisine type: Tex Mex
Price: $

The Original Cafe Blanco and The Original Cafe Blanco II inSan Antoniofor great Mexican cuisine in a family-friendly environment. Dine on our delicious huevos rancheros and breakfast tacos at any time of the day.

Cadillac Bar & Restaurant

212 S. Flores, San Antonio, TX 78204

Phone: (210) 223-5533 / Fax: (210) 223-3746

Cuisine type: American, Tex Mex, Steakhouse
Price: $

Located in a historic stucco building near the Bexar County Courthouse and City Hall, the Cadillac Bar serves up Mexican food, seafood and steaks.

Canyon Café

255 E. Basse, Ste. 600, San Antonio, TX 78209

Phone: (210) 821-3738

Cuisine type: Tex Mex, Southwest
Price: $$

Centrally located in the Alamo Quarry Market, they offer a Southwestern menu with a Tex-Mex twist. A variety of pastas, steaks, seafood, salads, and daily chef features are sure to please everyone in your party.

Cha-Cha's

2026 Babcock, San Antonio, TX 78229

Phone: (210) 681-2066 / Fax: (210) 681-1244

Cuisine type: Tex Mex
Price: $

Cha-Chas, serves award-winning margaritas, savory cuisine, impeccable service and a breathtaking atmosphere.

El Chaparral Mexican Restaurant

15103 Bandera Road, Helotes, TX 78023

Phone: (210) 695-8302

Cuisine type: Tex Mex
Price: $$

El Chaparral Mexican Restaurant prepares their entrees in a tradition that has been passed down from generation to generation, creating "A Taste Like No Other."

El Milagrito Café

521 E. Woodlawn, San Antonio, TX 78212

Phone: (210) 737-8646

Cuisine type: Tex Mex
Price: $

This inexpensive, family-owned-and-operated Mexican food specializes in menudo (a spicy soup to cure the worst hangover), huevos rancheros and amazing enchiladas.

El Mirasol

13489 Blanco, San Antonio, TX 78216

Phone: (210) 479-8765

Cuisine type: Tex Mex
Price: $$

Authentic and original Mexican dishes are El Mirasol's speciality. Rajas de chile poblano (poblano strips in a cream-cheese sauce), ceviches chalupas and cinnamon-laced pork carne adobada are some of their signature dishes.

Ernesto's Restaurant

2559 Jackson Keller, San Antonio, TX 78230

Phone: (210) 344-1248

Cuisine type: Tex Mex, Seafood
Price: $$

Crpes, especially crab and shrimp, are among the favorite dishes at this casual, charming restaurant. Ernestos has been called "Mexican with an European edge."

Guadalajara Grill

301 S. Alamo, San Antonio, TX 78205

Phone: (210) 222-1992 / Fax: (210) 946-4448

Cuisine type: Tex Mex
Price: $$

Conveniently located in historic La Villita across from the Convention Center, the Guadalajara Grill serves authentic Mexican and American favorites with full bar service.

Henry's Puffy Tacos

6030 Bandera, San Antonio, TX 782237

Phone: (210) 432-7341

Cuisine type: Tex Mex
Price: $

Stop by Henry's to try the famous puffy taco and other Mexican delights.

Jacala Mexican Restaurant

606 West Ave., San Antonio, TX 78201

Phone: (210) 732-5222 / Fax: (210) 492-6079

Cuisine type: Tex Mex
Price: $$

Come taste our authentic Mexican cusine. Voted one of the Ten Best Restaurants in San Antonio by San Antonio Concierge Association every year since 1998.

La Fogata

2427 Vance Jackson, San Antonio, TX 78213

Phone: (210) 340-1337 / Fax: (210) 349-6467

Cuisine type: Tex Mex
Price: $$

Relax as you dine amidst La Fogata's lushly planted patios with splashing fountains and cantera stone columns, all of which create the atmosphere of a gracious Mexican hacienda. Know for flavorful Mexican cuisine, La Fogata is one of San Antonio's most unique gathering spots, famous for food, margaritas and a great atmosphere.

La Fonda On Main

2415 N. Main, San Antonio, TX 78212

Phone: (210) 733-0621 / Fax: (210) 733-8957

Cuisine type: Tex Mex
Price: $$$

Known as "San Antonios oldest Mexican restaurant," La Fonda offers a beautiful patio and the cuisines of interior Mexico as well as Tex-Mex favorites.

La Margarita Mexican Restaurant & Oyster Bar

120 Produce Row, San Antonio, TX 78207

Phone: (210) 227-7140 / Fax: (210) 271-3097

Cuisine type: Tex Mex
Price: $$

In San Antonio, the Cortez Family and the entire staff of La Margarita welcome you to their warm Mexican café that serves up all of your favorite Tex-Mex dishes.

Las Palapas Mexican Café

847 N.E. Loop 410, San Antonio, TX 78209

Phone: (210) 826-7359

Cuisine type: Tex Mex
Price: $

Las Palapas is a quick eat serving nachos, chalupas, tacos and more. Several locations, see web site.

Los Barrios Restaurant

4223 Blanco, San Antonio, TX 78212

Phone: (210) 732-6017 / Fax: (210) 732-9720

Cuisine type: Tex Mex
Price: $

A San Antonio tradition, this restaurant serves enchiladas verdes, crispy flautas, pork chops Mexican style and more based on Barrios family recipes.

Mamacitas Mexican Restaurant

8030 IH-10, San Antonio, TX 78229

Phone: (210) 341-5424

Cuisine type: Tex Mex
Price: $

A family oriented, Tex-Mex meets Vegas dining experience that combines exceptional food, service and atmosphere. Also available are quality steaks and seafood.

Mario's Mexican Restaurant

4841 Fredericksburg, San Antonio, TX 78229

Phone: (210) 979-8282 / Fax: (210) 979-8285

Cuisine type: Tex Mex
Price: $

Mario's offers a great family environment and authentic Mexican food for all.

Mi Tierra Café y Panaderia

218 Produce Row, San Antonio, TX 78207

Phone: (210) 225-1262 / Fax: (210) 225-8566

Cuisine type: Tex Mex
Price: $$

In 1941, Pete and Cruz Cortez opened a little three-table café for early-rising farmers and workers at San Antonio's Mercado. Sixty years later, Mi Tierra Café is a world-famous landmark - the place hometown regulars and hungry tourists go for authentic Mexican food and a warm Texas welcome. Pete and Cruz's children and grandchildren continue the family tradition of good food and big-hearted hospitality at Mi Tierra, which now seats over 500 and is still located in Market Square, El Mercado. Open 24 hours, 365 days a year.

Original Mexican Restaurant

528 River Walk, San Antonio, TX 78205

Phone: (210) 224-9951 / Fax: (210) 224-4479

Cuisine type: Tex Mex
Price: $$

Bright, lively and fun, with a full bar and famous Kangaroo Court cheesecake, the Original Mexican Restaurant serves recipes traditional to San Antonio.

Paloma River Walk

215 Losoya, San Antonio, TX 78205

Phone: (210) 212-0566 / Fax: (210) 212-0584

Cuisine type: Tex Mex
Price: $$$

Paloma Riverwalk offers delicious continental Mexican cuisine located on the scenic San Antonio Riverwalk. Paloma Riverwalk is owned and operated by the Flores family, whose restaurant expertise spans over 50 years.

Pappasito's Cantina

10501 IH-10 West, San Antonio, TX 78230

Phone: (210) 691-8974 / Fax: (210) 691-8404

Cuisine type: Tex Mex
Price: $$$

Pappasitos Cantina, legendary for high-quality, fresh ingredients, and Texas-sized portions, offers savory Tex-Mex cuisine.

Pico de Gallo Restaurant

111 S. Leona, San Antonio, TX 78207

Phone: (210) 225-6060 / Fax: (210) 225-7344

Cuisine type: Tex Mex
Price: $

Pico De Gallo's festive Market Square location and delicious Tex-Mex menu make it ideal for hosting events. Their Salon Azteca has a unique private bar featuring a magnificent hand-carved wooden mural depicting traditional Mexican festivities. Upstairs dining areas hold approximately 125 guests. To guarantee privacy in the Salon Azteca, a minimum of 85 guests is required.

Rio Mambo

389 N. Loop 1604 W., San Antonio, TX 78232

Phone: (210) 495-3124

Cuisine type: Tex Mex
Price: $$$

Rita's on the River

245 E. Commerce, Ste. 100, San Antonio, TX 78205

Phone: (210) 227-7482 / Fax: (210) 226-5402

Cuisine type: Tex Mex
Price: $$

Rita's on the River, located on the banks of the San Antonio River, is reminiscent of the Ice Houses of San Antonio. They serve up delicious Tex-Mex with fajitas and country classics such as BBQ ribs.

SoLuna

7959 Broadway St, San Antonio, TX 78209

Phone: (210) 930-8070

Cuisine type: Tex Mex
Price: $$$

Since 1979, the Calvillo family has served San Antonio authentic Mexican dishes. They continue to do so with SoLuna. Try award-winning margaritas in either of their luscious landscaped patios and relax to the sounds of cascading waterfalls and tranquil fountains.

Taco Haven

1032 S. Presa, San Antonio, TX 78210

Phone: (210) 533-2171 / Fax: (210) 533-2444

Cuisine type: Tex Mex
Price: $

A neighborhood place in a working-class neighborhood, big and airy with ceiling fans next to inflated, multicolored stars, like intergalactic piñatas. A must for people who want to experience what San Antonio is all about.

Tito's Mexican Restaurant

955 S. Alamo, San Antonio, TX 78205

Phone: (210) 212-8226

Cuisine type: Tex Mex
Price: $

Tito's seves authentic Mexican food in historic King William at the south end of downtown and offers onoff-premise catering, a private dining room, and event planner on staff.

Zuni Grill

223 Losoya, San Antonio, TX 78205

Phone: (210) 227-0864 / Fax: (210) 212-5346

Cuisine type: Tex Mex, Southwest
Price: $$

At the foot of the historic Hugman Bridge, Zuni Grill serves breakfast, lunch and dinner at a picturesque bend in the San Antonio River. Inspired by the flavors of the American Southwest, Zuni's menu offers something for everyone with spicy scorpion shrimp, stuffed red chiles and the satisfying smoky flavor of blue corn chicken enchiladas. Renowned for its fresh squeezed Cactus Pear Margarita, Zuni is the place to kick back, relax and watch the River go by.