Sometimes it’s hard to leave your pup at home while you go out and about with friends and family. Finding placing that allows well-behaved dogs on their patio is a great way to reduce separation anxiety!

So, where can you take your dog while you eat and drink? We found some of the best dog-friendly patios in San Antonio. 

Burleson Yard Beer Garden
Burleson Yard Beer Garden is a pet and kid-friendly indoor and outdoor establishment with great outdoor televisions to watch the big game. Burleson Yard is a great place to hang out with your dog on a weekday afternoon while you grab a drink or bite to eat.

Flying Saucer Draught Emporium
Want to enjoy a nice cold beer but you’re out with your dog? Then head over to the Flying Saucer Draught Emporium! Located…

Vela Coffee

Vela Coffee is a sunlit downtown café that pairs specialty drinks with warm hospitality and locally sourced pastries. Known for thoughtful details like house-made syrups and seasonal lattes, it offers a menu that feels both refined and approachable. Large windows and a bright interior make it an inviting space to work, meet friends, or simply pause with a cup. Steps from the River Walk, Vela captures the balance of quality and community at the heart of San Antonio’s growing coffee culture.

What's Brewing Coffee Roasters

What’s Brewing?, also known as San Antonio Coffee Roasters, has been a local staple since 1979 and remains the city’s longest-running roastery. Guests can enjoy freshly roasted beans brewed to order while soaking in the…

If you’re a foodie, you’re going to love San Antonio Restaurant Weeks from August 14 through August 28. Hosted by CulinariaSA, explore dishes from the 42 restaurants and food vendors participating in this biannual event. 

Restaurant Weeks has something for everyone - from Tex-Med, Italian, seafood, wine and spirits, steaks, burgers, and street foods. Lunch is set at $20, while dinner is either $35 or $45, depending on the types of food and the restaurant.

As San Antonio lifts its COVID-19 restrictions, CulinariaSA will be sure to provide the best and safest experience possible for guests. If you don’t feel comfortable dining indoors or around large groups of people, many of the participating restaurants and food vendors will be offering to-go options…

Want to indulge without spoiling your commitment to the vegan or vegetarian lifestyle? Whether you’re craving a salad, burger, mac and cheez or tacos, there’s a delicious vegan and vegetarian restaurant in San Antonio for every foodie. Check out these great restaurants that offer the best foods for vegans and vegetarians.

Green Vegetarian Cuisine
Multiple locations  
Established with the vegetarian in mind, Green Vegetarian Cuisine strives to provide the best vegetarian dishes in town. From comfort foods to homemade meals, this restaurant offers a wide range of menu items as healthier alternatives to today’s fast-food products.

Viva Vegeria
1422 Nogalitos St., San Antonio, TX 78204 
If you’re a vegan or vegetarian in the mood for Tex-Mex, then Viva…

If you’re a foodie, you’re going to love San Antonio Restaurant Weeks from August 14 through August 28. Hosted by CulinariaSA, explore dishes from the 42 restaurants and food vendors participating in this biannual event. 

Restaurant Weeks has something for everyone – from Tex-Med, Italian, seafood, wine and spirits, steaks, burgers, and street foods. Lunch is set at $20, while dinner is either $35 or $45, depending on the types of food and the restaurant.

As San Antonio lifts its COVID-19 restrictions, CulinariaSA will be sure to provide the best and safest experience possible for guests. If you don’t feel comfortable dining indoors or around large groups of people, many of the participating restaurants and food vendors will be offering to-go options…

Veracruz All Natural

Reyna and Maritza Vazquez, originally from Mexico and now based in Austin, Texas, have nurtured a lifelong love for authentic Mexican cuisine. Their culinary journey began in their family's kitchen, where they learned to honor tradition while embracing fresh and organic ingredients. Starting with a humble trailer on East Cesar Chavez in 2008, they offered snow cones, smoothies, and natural drinks, working tirelessly to build their dream. In 2010, their dedication paid off when they expanded to serve mouthwatering tacos. Today, with five locations in Austin and Round Rock, the Vazquez sisters are renowned for their exceptional Mexican food, and you might even find them in the kitchen, passionately ensuring the quality of their dishes…

San Antonio is known for being full of Hispanic and Latino cultural influences. In honor of Hispanic Heritage month here are some of the best Hispanic- and Latino-owned restaurants all over the city to show some extra love while also enjoying a delicious meal!

Azuca

709 S Alamo St, San Antonio, TX 78205
Rene Fernandez brought San Antonio its first Nuevo Latino Restaurant that incorporates Caribbean, Central, and Latin American cuisines all in one place. Located in Southtown, this restaurant takes traditional ingredients and adds its own unique, contemporary flair to create its delectable dishes. In addition to their food, they also specialize in crafting a wide array of sangrias, mojitos, and other cocktails for patrons to enjoy.

El Bucanero

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Buttermilk Sky Pie Shop

This pie shop was founded in the owner’s grandmother’s kitchen, so it's sure to be great! Scott and Meredith Layton entered the bakery business with The Cupcakery in 2007 as a licensed location of Meredith’s sister’s shop. It didn’t take long for them to realize that they loved the baking industry and the freedom of owning their own business. They honor their family recipes and traditional baking methods with great pride.

Bird Bakery

Founded by Elizabeth Chambers in 2012, Bird Bakery prides itself on its confections being baked fresh every day with the finest ingredients. In addition to various delectable desserts, they have in-house mini pies with flavors such as honey cheesecake, spiced buttermilk, chocolate pecan, and so…

Let’s face it: San Antonio summers are HOT. What better way to cool down than with a tasty frozen treat of ice cream or gelato? We’ve rounded up the best ice cream shops in San Antonio—from classic and original to unique and creative, all with countless options to choose from that will satisfy even the pickiest eaters. Here’s to cooling off—sweetly!

THE BEST ICE CREAM SHOPS IN SAN ANTONIO

210 Ice Cream
7126 Bandera Rd
Located on the far west side of town off Bandera Rd., 210 Ice Cream serves up unique sweet treats, including an array of funnel cake desserts like fried oreo, banana split, and strawberry. Have a taste for something more simple? They also have classic ice cream floats, sundaes, and raspas that can be ordered with or without ice cream.

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