Esquire Bar and Tavern: oldest bar in Texas

Menger Bar, located in Menger Hotel- Where Teddy Roosevelt recruited Rough Riders. Dirty Nellys- a fun bar with a piano player. Hugman’s Oasis- a fun tiki bar

Elsewhere is a fun outdoor bar and grill located next to the SA Museum of Art. Great IPAs, tasty burgers, and delicious fried pickles. On Friday and Saturday nights they have acrobats and fire dancers.

Bohanna’s has the best steak

Biggs on the Banks has the best seafood

Boudro’s is my favorite restaurant on the Riverwalk.

When it comes to Mexican restaurants I have 5 (6 if you count my honorable mention) that I recommend. Based on Historic, Popular, Budget, Upscale, Hole in the Wall, and Most Unique.

Historic- Casa Rio. Despite on new dam being put in place after a major flood, many people were afraid to open a business on the river. Casa Rio was the first to take a chance. Casa Rio is also known for their mariachi players.

Popular- Mi Tierra. Mi Tierra is located at the Market Square. In addition to being a restaurant, it is also a bakery.

Budget- Pablano’s. Located near the Majestic on Houston St. The fajitas and the taco salad are both very good. So are the margaritas. This place is good without breaking the bank

Upscale- Acenar. Located on Houston st. They have table side guacamole. They offer a wide range of different items. They are a bit pricey though. 2 people could easily cost $80-$100.

My honorable mention is also in this category. Carriqui. Carriqui is located at The Pearl. They have a slightly different menu than other Mexican restaurants because they feature a different region. Their menu follows along the migrational path of the Carriqui bird.

Hole in the Wall- Pete’s TaKo House. A place locals know.

Unique- Casa Catrina. Located at La Villita. A Day of the Dead themed restaurant with delicious food and a revolving menu