Best Comfort Food Restaurants in San Antonio

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1. Southerleigh Fine Food & Brewery

4.8

Exceptional(3105)

Price: Moderate

• Southern • Downtown

Booked 72 times today

Southerleigh Fine Food & Brewery, helmed by San Antonio Chef Jeff Balfour, brings a modern take on Texas' cross-cultural cuisine to Pearl. Influenced by the coastal classics of Chef Balfour's upbringing in Galveston married with the comfort of southern cuisine, Southerleigh boasts a curated, seasonally shifting menu that reflects Chef Jeff Balfour's innovative craftsmanship. Southerleigh houses a custom-manufactured brewery designed by Portland Kettle Works and brings brewing back to Pearl offering 15 different beers on tap. Southerleigh is located at 136 East Grayson, Suite 120, on the ground floor in the historic Pearl brewhouse.

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2. Best Quality Daughter

4.8

Exceptional(508)

Price: Moderate

• Unspecified • Downtown

Booked 101 times today

Best Quality Daughter houses a vibrant, chic décor and new, unique Asian-American menu. In 2018, chef Jennifer Hwa Dobbertin, wanting to address the sparsity of Asian-American female chefs in South Texas, developed a new concept through a series of pop-up dinners called Best Quality Daughter with fellow chef Anne Ng and artist Jennifer Ling Datchuk. Today Best Quality Daughter is located in the historic Mueller House at the Pearl Brewery. Curated by chef Jennifer Hwa Dobbertin, Best Quality Daughter's menu takes inspiration from her travels and the comfort food of her youth as a second-generation Chinese-American.

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3. Brasserie Mon Chou Chou

4.8

Exceptional(3402)

Price: Moderate

• French • Downtown

Booked 77 times today

Brasserie Mon Chou Chou is a vibrant place, bustling with energy and celebrated food prepared in a French style, with free-flowing drinks and people connecting over the every day and the special. We feature quintessential French comfort food that showcases simple, earthy, flavorful dishes from regions throughout France. Brasserie Mon Chou Chou is located in the Pearl district near the entrance of the hotel Emma at 312 Pearl Parkway Building 2, Suite 2104, in the space formerly occupied by The Culinary Institute of America's Nao. "Mon Chou Chou" is an affectionate French nickname given to a person who is special to you. Usually a person of unmatched care, love, and beauty who makes your world "go round".

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4. Ambler - Texas Kitchen + Cocktails

4.3

Awesome(556)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Booked 34 times today

Ambler - Texas Kitchen + Cocktails is a comfort food haven with its 'fantastic service' and 'superb meals' praised by reviewers. The 'great food', 'great atmosphere' and 'friendly staff' make it a 'comfortable' spot. The menu, inspired by Texas, boasts 'jaw-dropping views' and 'vibrant flavors'. From 'exotic menu' to 'excellent food and cocktails', Ambler is the perfect spot for a comforting meal.

5. Tenfold Rooftop

4.5

Awesome(96)

Price: Expensive

• International • Downtown

Booked 80 times today

One of San Antonio’s most distinguished open-air venues, Tenfold Rooftop has garnered quite the buzz as an upcoming luxury, year-round locale—where every statement it makes packs 10x the punch. The bar’s playful cocktail list highlights tequila and mezcal, offering drinks that range from boozy to frozen to refreshing. Embark on a culinary adventure with Tenfold's exclusive '10x Tour'—a prix fixe menu featuring 10 chef-selected dishes from 10 different regions around the world. This curated experience promises to elevate your dining journey, making it 10x better than the rest.

6. Tokyo Cowboy

4.6

Exceptional(230)

Price: Expensive

• Tapas / Small Plates • Downtown

Booked 76 times today

Asian-inspired diner with creative cocktails and a great selection of whisky!

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7. Restaurant Claudine

4.5

Awesome(564)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Booked 23 times today

Restaurant Claudine, Carpenter Carpenter’s third establishment, resides in a remodeled home in the up-and-coming Government Hill neighborhood. The space offers snug tables surrounded by elegant hand-painted wallpaper, vintage chandeliers, and sentimental pictures of our namesake, Houston Carpenter’s grandmother, Claudine. We now offer lunch and dinner Tuesday-Sunday, with Tea Time on Saturday and Sunday morning's. Restaurant Claudine has recently launched a new menu that features New American cuisine for both lunch and dinner.

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8. Joe's Crab Shack - San Antonio

3.6

Very Good(18)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Downtown

Booked 45 times today

Joe’s Crab Shack offers a variety of favorites from all parts of the sea and shore. From its extensive menu, guests can choose from buckets of seasonal seafood, fried shrimp platters and fish dishes, as well as options from the “mainland” that include steak, sandwiches, and chicken. Guests can indulge in over-sized and creative cocktails, such as the Shark Bite which is playfully garnished with a shark toy. Since its inception, Joe’s popularity has stemmed not only from its menu, but also its retail store. With various pieces of merchandise for purchase, including the ever-popular tie-dye T-shirt with the phrase “Peace, Love and Crabs,” Joe’s has become synonymous with the word “fun.”

9. Esquire Tavern

4.4

Awesome(648)

Price: Expensive

• American • Downtown

Booked 28 times today

Located in the heart of downtown, The Esquire Tavern is the oldest bar on the San Antonio Riverwalk, opened the year, month and day that Prohibition was repealed. Tending bar in the early days was a highly prized and much sought after craft. Bar keeps then created many of their own syrups, mixes and concoctions and used the freshest of juices with the intention of serving the best products. We at the Esquire have taken a serious approach to the old world of bartending and spun it with a modern twist. Combining classic techniques and new world flavors and culinary concepts, our goal is to lead and set San Antonio's emerging cocktail culture on the map.

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10. Sugar Factory - San Antonio

3.5

Very Good(498)

Price: Expensive

• American • Downtown

Booked 22 times today

Sugar Factory American Brasserie, America’s favorite eatery and celebrity hotspot – known for its over-the-top dishes, sweets and treats – has opened its second Texas location in San Antonio. The world-famous, family-friendly, high-energy celebration destination is located on the popular River Walk at 849 E Commerce St, unit 109. “For over a decade, Sugar Factory has delighted guests of all ages with our internationally recognized fun, high energy brand delivering memorable experiences in a family-friendly atmosphere. We are excited to introduce San Antonio to our signature desserts, savory dishes, beautiful photo op walls, and friendly staff,

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RobertVIP
Houston •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Phenomenal view, phenomenal food. I definitely recommend you check it out with your friends.
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Tenfold RooftopPrice: Expensive• International• Downtown
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4.5
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david
Philadelphia County •18 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Very popular, so make a reservation. Excellent Asian style food with generous portions at reasonable prices. Items labeled for allergens and kitchen able to make modifications. Despite being crowded, service was attentive and food came out promptly. We enjoyed brussel sprouts, popcorn chicken (GF!) and chapchi noodles. Too much food for 2! The Pearl district is a lot if fun with shops, hotel, restaurants and even a cool supermarket. Every visitor needs to spend some time in the district a short ride or 1.5 mile walk from downtown.
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Best Quality DaughterPrice: Moderate• Unspecified• Downtown
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4.8
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Houston •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
This was our second meal in two days here at Brasserie Mon Chou Chou. I can’t say thank you enough to the fantastic wait staff and wonderful chef (sous chef, etc). The experience was a joy from the very start until our departure. We enjoyed ourselves and relished every bite. If we had time to return and further explore the menu we would! Thank you, thank you for your kindness and care. It made our holiday one to remember fondly. Deirdre
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Brasserie Mon Chou ChouPrice: Moderate• French• Downtown
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4.8
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Rosalind
Orange County •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Lovely experience at Ambler Texas Kitchen! Got to sit outdoors and had a lovely view of the Riverwalk and see a wedding on Marriage Island. Had a delicious breakfast and great service.
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Ambler - Texas Kitchen + CocktailsPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Downtown
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4.3
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Angela
South Carolina •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Whenever in San Antonio this is our go to place. Always pleased with the food and service.
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Southerleigh Fine Food & BreweryPrice: Moderate• Southern• Downtown
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4.8

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12 restaurants available nearby

1. Southerleigh Fine Food & Brewery

2. Best Quality Daughter

3. Brasserie Mon Chou Chou

4. Ambler - Texas Kitchen + Cocktails

5. Tenfold Rooftop

6. Tokyo Cowboy

7. Restaurant Claudine

8. Joe's Crab Shack - San Antonio

9. Esquire Tavern

10. Sugar Factory - San Antonio

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