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Local Favorites -- San Antonio area
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items This is a list of ALL of my FAVORITE places in San Antonio (and I'm a local). Places to eat, have fun, move your body, pamper & relax and find healthy foods.
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Local Favorites
Event Venues
Outdoor Activities
Farmer's Markets, Pickleball and Outdoor Fun!
LOVE this market held every Sunday morning, year ‘round! They are open from 10 am to 2 pm. Lots of amazing vendors and my fav is Balboa Farms Veggies & Fruits. Check it if you’re in the area!
The Market at Shavano Park
This place is open year ‘round! They have an incredible variety of fruits, veggies and meat! Plus they have bread and baked goods and have a menu of handheld food items. They also sell Christmas trees during that season. Check them out if you’re in t...
Stahlman's at Bear Creek-Grocery and Pecans
Miss Scarlet's Texas Homegrown is great Farmer's Market in the Bulverde area offering a variety of fruits, vegetables, eggs and other products. They are open most Saturday mornings, from 11:00 am to 1:30 pm. Check them out if you're in the area!
Miss Scarlett's Texas Homegrown Farmers Market
This is a lovely park for walking and hiking. They also have a dog park area. Beautiful trails with some shade and great restroom facilities. It gets super busy on the weekends and parking can be a challenge at times.
Phil Hardberger Park
A great park for all level of hikers! Beautiful trails with a variety of skill levels.
Eisenhower Park
This is a vibey place to grab a meal or play pickleball! What's not to love about that? Their food is on point and tasty and the pickleball courts are nice. They offer both indoor and outdoor courts. Check it out!
Chicken N Pickle - San Antonio
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This is a super fun local adventure! You can opt for a guided adventure or freestyle on your own! Fun!
Mission Kayak
I LOVE horses! This place offers Trail Rides by the hour. There's nothing like riding a horse surrounded by amazing nature and scenery.
Hill Country Equestrian Lodge
If you like mini-golf like me, you might enjoy this place! My fav local place to play miniature golf! If you're looking for a fun outdoor activity, check this place out!
Embassy Miniature Golf
Who knew we have a hot springs in San Antonio? Camp Hot Wells is a vibey place to soak your feet or take an hour soak in a tub! An account and reservations are required for the tub experience. Take advantage of our amazing weather here and relax!
Camp Hot Wells
Horseback riding in the beautiful Bandera area.
Bandera Historical Rides
Retreat Center offering lodging and horseback rides amongst beautiful nature setting near Bandera! Great for meetings, get-a-ways or events. Check them out!
CRC Ranch Retreat
For some Ziplining fun, check out this venue near Helotes! Fun, fun, fun!
Helotes Hill Country Ziplines
Want something a little different? Check out a helicopter tour of the San Antonio area! How cool is that? They even offer courses to become a helicopter pilot! Fun stuff!
Alamo Helicopter Tours
If you're into thrills in the air, check out Leading Edge Helicopter rides! They offer some great deals on a unique way to experience the city!
Leading Edge Helicopters
Restaurants
These are some of my tried and true local San Antonio restaurants. I really love establishments that offer Farm-to-Table local ingredients when possible. Plus Vegan and Vegetarian is always a vibe!
Delicious pizza and other items made from scratch. They use only quality ingredients and offer gluten free items. Be aware they prefer cash and do charge a 4% surcharge for electronic payments. It's well worth it though! Check them out if you're in t...
Trilogy Pizza Bistro
OMG, my mouth waters just thinking about this place. Delicious steaks, seafood, sides and desserts! Plus the wait staff is impeccable. Cocktails are great too! Check them out if you're looking for a vibey high end experience!
Eddie V's Prime Seafood
This place is so yummy! A nice variety of side dishes, chicken, salmon & shrimp. They use quality ingredients that are super fresh. Tasty dishes. Check them out if you're near downtown!
Sweet Yams
They have the best Spinach Artichoke Enchiladas and their fajitas aren't bad either. Cocktails are always a vibe and they are delicious here. Be careful not to over indulge on chips and salsa because they are so good. Multiple locations, but my fav i...
Lupe Tortilla Mexican Restaurant
Love their spinach artichoke dip! Huge menu with lots of options and delicious cocktails as well. This place is a nice middle of the road vibe for lunch or dinner!
Stone Werks Big Rock Grille - American Restaurant in TX
Quaint restaurant with a nice menu! Food is really good and the service is excellent. Check them out if you're looking for something a little different!
Frederick's Restaurant
THE COVE - OMG, this place has the BEST BURGERS hands down. Made from organic and local ingredients. They offer gluten free buns which is a plus. They also have live music on the weekends which is a nice treat! Check them out if you're looking for a ...
Sustainable, Organic, Local Restaurant in San Antonio. The Cove
For a casual dining experience, whether it's for lunch or dinner, Saltgrass offers delicious options and their cocktails are yummy as well! Check them out if you're in the area!
Saltgrass Steak House
This is my FAVORITE Mexican restaurant on the Riverwalk. They make strong, tasty cocktails and their fajitas are good. Table-side quac is the bomb!
Rita's on the River
If Italian is the vibe, check out this place. Delicious food and drinks!
Purple Garlic Italian Cafe
If you're in the mood for a healthier burger, check out Mr. Juicy! They have two locations – one on San Pedro and new one on NW Military Highway. They do have gluten free buns. It's a nice fix for a burger craving and alternative to regular fast food...
Mr Juicy
If you're near the Riverwalk, check out this yummy Pizza & Wine Bar.
Fiume Pizzeria and Wine Bar
This is one of my FAVORITE restaurants near The Pearl. The food is on point and delicious. Their drinks are yummy too!
Josephine Street
This is a casual, vibey eatery in the La Canterra area. They offer vegan, vegetarian and gluten free menu options. It's an Insta worthy experience!
Box St. All Day - La Cantera Heights
Quaint restaurant with a nice menu! Food is really good and the service is excellent. Check them out if you're looking for something a little different!
Frederick's Bistro
If you're in the Boerne area check out this pizza place which features movie relics and decor from the 80s which is very vibey! Think Star Wars, etc.
Darkside Brick Oven Pizza Co
This restaurant/cafe has such a beautiful mission and food too! It is run and staffed by amazing people who are turning their lives around from addiction! It's CASH ONLY and they are only open Friday, Saturday & Sunday. The menu doesn't have pric...
Comfort Cafe San Antonio
If you're around Pipe Creek/Bandera, check out this farm-to-table restaurant! They are open Thursday to Saturday.
the Backyard Bistro
If you're in the mood for Italian, check out Albi's Vite! They have two locations and their food is amazing!
Albi's Vite Italian Kitchen
For a fine-dining experience, J Prime is amazing!
J-Prime Steakhouse
Farm-to-Table organic food for a healthy vibe!
Pharm Table
If you're near Seguin, The Powerplant Texas Grill is a vibey choice for lunch or dinner!
The Powerplant Texas Grill
If you're in the mood for some tasty BBQ, a drive to Seguin might be in order! Award winning BBQ is a vibey thing!
Burnt Bean Company
If you're in the mood for good Italian food in the Northwest part of San Antonio, check out this place!
Tiu Steppi's Osteria
If you're looking for an upscale, vibey place to eat, check out Supper located in the Hotel Emma at The Pearl!
An American Eatery at Hotel Emma | Supper Restaurant
Stonewerks has the best happy hour food & drink specials Mon - Fri, from 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm! Love their Spinach artichoke dip and Sweet Chili Brussel Sprouts! Yum!
Stonewerks - Culebra Commons - American Restaurant in TX
This place has lots of seafood options and specials! Their drinks are vibey too!
Fish City Grill
This little local Italian restaurant is the vibe! The food, ownership and service are stellar! Delicious food, prepared with love, at a fair price point. What's not to love about that? The stand-out thing for me is their commitment to their local com...
Mare E Monte Italian Restaurant (San Antonio)
If you like thin crust pizza like me, check out Sophia's! They have three locations across the San Antonio area plus great specials!
Sofia's Pizzeria | Best Pizza in San Antonio, TX
This Farm-to-Table restaurant in Bandera is vibey no doubt! The location setting itself nestled in the Hill Country is breath-taking not to mention the food! If you're looking for something a little different, off the beaten path, check out The Barn ...
Dine at The Barn Restaurant - Sovereignty Ranch
Check out Twin Brother's Burgers in Helotes! I love that they have gluten free buns.
TWIN BROTHER'S BURGERZ - Updated June 2025 - 72 Photos & 48 ...
Freight Fried Chicken, in the Food Hall Bottling Building at the Pearl has gluten free fried chicken! What's not to love about that?
Freight Fried Chicken | Hours + Location
Love this little off-beat food hall near downtown! They offer some nice casual food options, plus free two-hour parking! Check out this vibey place!
Food Hall - MAKE READY MARKET
This little vibey place just south of downtown San Antonio offers really tasty options, even if Vegan isn't your daily diet regimen! Fresh ingredients with nice prices.
Hash Vegan Eatery
Lordy mercy, I was blown away by the brisket potato skins I had at this quaint barbeque joint in Castroville.
They weren't on the main menu, but the sign by the counter caught my eye. I opted to leave off the chicken & pulled pork, but man-o-man, these were mouth-licking good. Freshly cooked – not frozen.
If you're in the area, I highly recommend a stop here for a bite to eat.
They weren't on the main menu, but the sign by the counter caught my eye. I opted to leave off the chicken & pulled pork, but man-o-man, these were mouth-licking good. Freshly cooked – not frozen.
If you're in the area, I highly recommend a stop here for a bite to eat.
Castroville Barbecue Company
Other Food & Drinks
Other local favorites!
If you're looking for a healthier alternative, this place is so delicious. I stumbled on this place a few years ago and it was an instant favorite. Made daily with all fresh ingredients, they offer a variety of sweet treats to please everyone! The ow...
Freshest Ice Creams
LOVE the Ground Swell Green Juice from this place. So healthy & yummy! And their Acai bowls with dragon fruit are a delicious alternative. Check them out if you're nearby!
Playa Bowls
This is such a cool place that's Insta worthy! Great food and drinks right on the Museum Reach section of the Riverwalk! It's hip and vibey. Check it out if you're in the area!
Elsewhere Garden Bar & Kitchen
Fresh baked sourdough and other baked goods. Open Wednesday through Saturday, from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm.
Spread the Loaves
This is a vibey little coffee shop offering infused baked goods. They also have Trivia nights and have space for special events.
Flower In Flour
Texas Grounds Coffee located in historic Old Town Helotes is super charming. Aside from being housed in a vintage building, it's a quaint, intimate place to meet for coffee and enjoy one of their delicious pastries (they offer gluten-free). Try the c...
Texas Grounds Coffee Company Roasters
The Cracked Mug Coffee House & Kitchen in Old Town Helotes is a vibe! They offer coffee, of course, and a nice little menu with light breakfast and lunch food items. Check them out if you're in the area!
The Cracked Mug Coffee House
This place has some serious yummy goodness for sale! Start with their tasty ‘toasters’ which are basically healthy pop-tarts! Yum! They offer vegan and vegetarian treats plus light fare like salads and sandwiches. Check them out if you're in the area...
Miss Chickpeas Bake Shop
I was super impressed with this market! Lots of nice produce and prices weren't bad at all! There is free 30 minute parking as well for a ‘run-in-and-out’ situation. Check it out!
Pullman Market | Now Open in San Antonio Pearl District
This produce company is open to the public and they do have organic produce at times.
River City Produce Co., Inc.
If you're looking for gluten free pastries and treats, this is the place! They have a nice selection of menu items minus the gluten! What's not to love about that? It's a vibey little place!
Sprinkles and Spoons Gluten-Free Bakery
Just a little ways from San Antonio proper, in Gonzales County, is this farm that sells grassfed beef! They have small packages or an entire cow. Check 'em out!
Sedleys Grass Fed Beef
If you're into the ‘grim’ and spooky stuff, check out The Grim Baker in Wonderland Mall (off Loop 410 & I10). They competed in a Food Network competition – Season 10 of ‘Halloween Baking Championship’. Check them out!
The Grim Bakers | San Antonio, TX
Retail store offering fresh fruits and vegetables. They are part of River City Produce – basically their retail storefront, open daily except Sunday! Check 'em out!
Chicho Boys Fruit Market
If you're looking for fresh meats, check this place out!
Alamo Farms
Local family farm just south of San Antonio, in Somerset, TX. Direct to consumer farm good sales. They cut out the middle person, bypassing wholesalers and retailers out of this equation. This method allows their customers to purchase fresh meat, bre...
Herd On The Street
Super Donut located at 11590 Galm Rd, San Antonio, TX 78254 is a local owned shop run by wonderful people! They offer sandwiches as well, closing at 1:00 pm daily! And they offer fresh made juices.
Super Donut - San Antonio, TX - Yelp
Recent discovery that I'm super excited about! A local, family owned meat market on the west side of town! Check them out!
Que's Kutz Meat Market
July 2025, a new Coffee Shop & Bakery (with some beautiful crystals) opens on Bandera Road. They are an extension of Comfort Cafe. They are open Thursday - Sunday. Check them out!
Sweet Serenity Coffeehouse (Coffee Shop, Bakery & Crystals)
Another NEW Coffee & Pastry shop that opened recently (Summer 2025). I especially LOVE that all of their pastries and baked goods are GLUTEN FREE! Yay! Check them out…
The Mermaid Cafe
If you're in the Helotes area (Mon- Sat), don't miss this Coffee Shop/Organic Food Market! I was delightfully surprised!
They offer fresh local produce to pasture-raised meats, artisan breads, raw honey & milk, organic smoothies & locally roasted coffee. All sourced locally which I LOVE! Check them out!
They offer fresh local produce to pasture-raised meats, artisan breads, raw honey & milk, organic smoothies & locally roasted coffee. All sourced locally which I LOVE! Check them out!
Ranch Roots Market
If you LOVE chocolate, be sure to check out this shop! They have Alamo City themed stuff which is a nice novelty.
Alamo City Chocolate Factory
If you're looking for a sweet treat, look no further than this chocolate shop! Who doesn't LOVE chocolate?
Midnight Chocolatier
Arts & Entertainment
Some of My Favorite Places to Experience
My hands down favorite place to see a movie. Food & drinks are good and the servers are always attentive. They have a movie deal on Wednesdays all day. Check them out!
Flix Brewhouse
The Eagles Nest is a really cool metaphysical shop that has offers a variety of products, including crystals and practitioners. They also have a bi-weekly Healing Arts Festival & Market at two different hotels. Check them out!
The Eagles Nest of San Antonio
Hopscotch is a really cool interactive gallery that's vibey and Insta worthy! They also have an onsite bar/lounge with craft cocktails.
Hopscotch San Antonio
This place is AH-MAZING! They offer cold pressed juices plus so many other health supporting products including hand made soaps. They also have a booth at The Market at Shavano Park every Sunday. Check them out!
Bee's Wellness Cafe & Juicery
If you LOVE blown glass like I do, you'll enjoy this lovely gallery/studio between downtown and South Town. They have amazing pieces of beautiful glass blown art! Check them out – it's vibey!
Garcia Art Glass
A cute little rock/crystal/metaphysical shop!
Breathe
If you're into crystal and rocks, check this shop out in Thousand Oaks!
Rock Your Magic
LOVE this adorable crystal & gem shop in The Pearl!
Ruby Road Gems
The newest Comedy venue that just opened is the Woodlawn! They've remodeled the theater and have a variety of shows at reasonable prices with free parking! It's a vibe!
Comedy at The Woodlawn Theatre
Love cheese like me? Check out this place where you can buy and make your own cheese! It's a fun experience to participate in the process of cheese-making! It's a vibey thing!
River Whey Creamery | Cave-Aged, Artisanal Texas Cheese
This is a great little metaphysical shop in New Braunfels. Great selection of crystals, oracle cards, incense and lots of other goodies!
The Empress by Altar Space
Local Favorites
Spas. Pilates. Infared Sauna. Shopping. And More!
This place is wonderful. Super friendly staff offering one-on-one sessions or small group classes. Check them out!
Pilates Authentica
If you're seeking relaxing and rejuvenation, this place is heavenly and such a vibe. Massages and treatments are incredible, plus you get day use of the facility when you book a service. The pool area for the spa is adults only and the view is incred...
Loma de Vida Spa & Wellness
Love this little local boutique. The owner, Becky, is super friendly and helpful. She packs the store with trendy, super cute fashion items at reasonable prices. Stop in and check it out!
Addie Grace Boutique
Have you tried Infared Sauna Therapy? If not, I highly recommend it whether at home or here! So many health benefits.
Perspire Sauna Studio
This amazing health conscious store offers supplements and an array of products that support a healthy lifestyle. Plus you can order grass fed beef from Cibolo Creek Cattle Company and pick up your order here.
Nature's Presence
This Couture Consignment shop is fabulous! If you're wanting to shop high-end designer clothing and accessories, check this place out! Fun stuf!
Otra Vez Couture Consignment
This is a nail salon on the Riverwalk that actually uses cleaner ingredients for mani/pedi's which made me super happy! They offer a full menu of services! Non-toxic mani/pedis is a vibe!
Prose Riverwalk
If you're looking for some R&R, this strip mall day spa might just be perfect! They offer a wide variety of services and it's just a vibey, zen experience.
Elements Massage La Cantera
Event Venues
Vibey Venues for Private Events
This is a beautiful private event venue in downtown Helotes! They offer indoor & outdoor space.
Serenity Manor
Pedrotti's Ranch is a nice venue option on the Northwest side of town, off of Loop 1604 & Hausman Road.
Pedrotti's Ranch
Braun Hall is another option on the northwest side of town.
Braun Hall
Located on the northwest side of town, Moonlight Conference Center & Ballroom is an option to consider!
Moonlight Ballroom & Conference Center
For a flexible, more intimate event space, check out Flour in Flour located off Bandera Road & Loop 410.
Flower In Flour
Sovereignty Ranch has it all – a vibey venue and setting. A Farm-to-Table restaurant, The Barn, plus camping, glamping and many other fun activities! Check them out!
Sovereignty Ranch
Independent Bookstores
What a cute bookstore that offers tea & pastries, just off Bandera Road. This was a refreshing find. A fun place to just hang for a few hours!
Pages For Ages
This cute bookshop is a fun place to chill on any day of the week! They also offer light refreshments and some gift items. It's in the Alamo Heights area.
Nowhere Bookshop
San Antonio area Resale, Vintage & Thrift Shops
Who doesn't love finding great things for incredible value? Check out these local shops…
This shop is great for vintage finds and they offer clothing & furniture!
Too Good To Be Threw
This thrift shop is located in Universal City. Looking for a bargain? This shop will give your thrifting fix for sure!
Thrifty Hippie Community Thrift Store
Sunlit Thrift is more of a community with the added bonus of being a thrift store! If you're looking for baby items, they've got you covered. They've got a creative club that meets regularly and a small food pantry.
Sunlit Thrift
Thrift City off Huebner & Bandera might have just what you're looking for at the right price! Check them out.
Thrift City - San Antonio
Check out this shop on Vance Jackson if you're out thrifting.
Family Thrift Outlet
Thrift Town on Thousand Oaks has lots of treasures to offer.
Thrift Town
Assistance League on West Avenue is another shop to add to your thrifting map!
Assistance League San Antonio
House of Trends is a small yet value-packed shop to check out!
House of Trends (@houseoftrendsco) · San Antonio, TX
I had to include Buffalo Exchange.
Buffalo Outlet San Antonio
Green Door is a great option to check out if you're in the area!
Green Door Thrift Shop | San Antonio TX
Thrift @ The Warehouse has two locations – one near the airport and one near The Pearl.
Thrift at The Warehouse San Antonio | San Antonio TX
Texas Thrift is a huge shop offering a variety of treasures and finds.
Texas Thrift Stores
This shop has really cute & trendy stuff!
Flo St. Wear Clothing & Thrift Shop
Handy dandy directory of Second Hand & Resale shops in San Antonio.
Find thrift stores in San Antonio