38 Best Southern Restaurants in San Antonio

1 Clementine

4.5 Superb 491 Reviews

2195 Northwest Military Highway, San Antonio

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“Wonderful little hidden gem (that's maybe becoming not quite so hidden). I attended a special wine dinner here and, even though I don't drink at all, I still really enjoyed the meal. The food was all thoughtfully prepared and felt truly like dining at a friend's home. Everything was so personal and intentional. I was sat at a communal table with other solo diners which led to some really interesting conversation. We all bonded over our appreciation of the food. I can't speak to the restaurant's standard menu, but if it's anything like this dinner, it'll be phenomenal.”

2 Jazz, TX

4.7 Superb 397 Reviews

312 Pearl Parkway Bldg 6, Suite 6001, San Antonio

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“This is a great place to see live music. The sound is great, the space is intimate (not a bad seat in the house!), and the vibe is spot-on. Our drinks and pecan pie were solid but those were secondary to the music. Seems like there's plenty of free street parking in the area if you don't mind walking a couple blocks.”

3 Four Brothers

4.5 Superb 513 Reviews

112 College Street, San Antonio

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“Muy rica la comida y atienden muy bien en español yo volvería ir, los platillos son muy grandes como para dos personas 😅 pero todo estuvo excelente”

4 Mr. A Ok's Kitchen

4.6 Superb 292 Reviews

5532 Walzem Road, San Antonio

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“Had the pleasure of being treated here and it was amazing! From the friendly staff, great flavor, affordable cost and chill atmosphere it felt like eating with family. Even got the chance to get recommendations from a man who visited 5 times in last 3 weeks and was planning his next visit mid bite! Definitely recommend, you’ll leave away full with food left over!”

5 Meadow Neighborhood Eatery + Bar

4.5 Superb 362 Reviews

555 W Bitters Rd #110, San Antonio

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“Meadow is one of my favorite places on earth. The food is fresh and brilliant! They experiment with amazing new flavor combinations and breathe new life into traditional dishes as well. Their bar is as innovative as the kitchen, and if you want advice on the cocktails or extensive wine list, just ask because the staff... The STAFF!!!! ohh they will make you feel like you are at home (well... if you like your home. If you don't like your home you will like this place better). Truly a hidden gem”

6 SNOW ISLAND & What You Want Southern Foods

4.7 Superb 470 Reviews

102 Springfield Road, San Antonio

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“Excellent food that is EXACTLY what you want in southern food! Great prices and hearty plates! You won’t be disappointed!! Kids approve!!!”

7 Bobbie's Southern Kitchen

4.4 Superb 658 Reviews

606 Embassy Oaks Suite 100, San Antonio

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“I love the restaurant the food is the best suzy was best Waitress very kind and always made shar that we had coffee and with a smilewas very nice can't wait to eat there again”

8 Chicken Salad Chick

4.3 Superb 201 Reviews

9610 TX-151 Ste 101, San Antonio

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“Love the chicken salad and the variety of salads that they have!!”

9 &Gravy Foodtruck

5.0 Superb 27 Reviews

Potranco Road, San Antonio

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“Everyone LOVED the food! They all got seconds and thirds! There were no leftovers! I was pretty pissed about that part, I wasn’t planning on cooking the next day 😂 I Highly recommend!!!!”

10 Soul Food INC

4.7 Superb 29 Reviews

10014 Broadway, San Antonio

“Swung by for an impromptu lunch and was blown away by how good everything was! The blackened catfish, cabbage, Mac and cheese, and cornbread was all so delicious! Fantastic service too! Will 💯 be back again!”

11 South Barbecue

4.5 Superb 344 Reviews

2100 North Main Avenue, San Antonio

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“My brother, dad and I stopped in this afternoon for late lunch, it was our first time. We loved it! We sampled brisket, ribs, pulled pork, sausage, cream corn and mustard potato salad. The meat fell off the rib, the brisket was juicy and the bark was delicious! The sausage is spicy but great tasting. The pulled pork was flavorful as well. We will definitely come back, it is outdoor seating only and there isn’t a public restroom so be prepared. It is BYOB and they do have T.V’s outside to catch a game.”

12 Momma Luv's Soul & Caribbean Food

4.6 Superb 499 Reviews

2427 Austin Highway, San Antonio

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“Hello, this post has been a long time coming and I can finally give kudos to this lovely dining experience and delicious food! My work team had our year end lunch here for about 17 people including two kiddos and the staff went above and beyond to accommodate even in a mom/pop size restaurant. We felt like one big family hanging out eating some great food (***** stew, oxtail, catfish and bomb sides). You can bring your own drink too (and act appropriately of course?). My company has also catered food with Momma Luvs and the food is just as great as dining in! Please come by and get your plate(s) and I’m sure you’ll be back because my coworkers and I have surely been returning customers!! Big up!”

13 Southerleigh Haute South

4.1 Good 524 Reviews

5822 Worth Parkway Ste 112, San Antonio

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“Best fried chicken and fried cracklings!”

14 Gus’s World Famous Fried Chicken

4.5 Superb 423 Reviews

812 S Alamo St, San Antonio

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“It’s really good a little spicy , just a kick but the taste is delicious!!! Don’t like the fact there’s no free parking . First time I tried it got charged $10 more just for 5 min after the hr . Other than that it’s good. First time took like an hour to be served , this time about 20 min .”

15 tryst. Kitchen + Cocktails

4.5 Superb 326 Reviews

1915 Broadway Ste 111, San Antonio

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“Had a great time at Tryst for dinner. Steven our server was awesome. The food was on point. Will be visiting again”

16 Barnet's Midnight Provisions

5.0 Superb 73 Reviews

9903 Fredericksburg Road, San Antonio

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“friendly customer service fantastic food and music. Great for family and friends late night eatery👍👍👍 ✨✨✨”

17 Faust Tavern

4.6 Superb 160 Reviews

517 East Woodlawn Avenue, San Antonio

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“Home away from home Fun and great music”

18 Ida Claire

4.3 Superb 1,402 Reviews

7300 Jones Maltsberger Road, San Antonio

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“Last week I was one in a group of twelve who had an amazing experience dining at Ida Claire. All agreed that the food was excellently prepared and tasty. Those of us who ordered bread pudding thought it was wonderful. The service was top notch, thanks to our awesome server King. King was not at all intimidated by the number in our party. He was personable, knowledgeable, attentive, and accurate. We would certainly go there again.”

19 Bayseas Catfish House

4.5 Superb 290 Reviews

13954 Nacogdoches Rd, San Antonio

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“Just good southern home cooked meals”

20 The County Line

4.1 Good 512 Reviews

4334 Hyatt Pl Drive, San Antonio

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“Great atmosphere, good food, and friendly folks.”

21 Mrs. Kitchen Soul Food Restaurant

4.3 Superb 382 Reviews

2351 East Commerce Street Ste 105, San Antonio

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“100 💯 percentage love the food last weekend on Saturday October 11 keep up the best restaurant work I'll be back in the month of 2 weeks and 3 weeks out of the month y'all are the best 😁”

22 The Pigpen Neighborhood Bar

4.3 Superb 215 Reviews

106 Pershing Avenue, San Antonio

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“Got there late on a Sunday night, very friendly & the food was FABULOUS!!! I highly recommend!!! Sad, that we are from Nebraska & won't get to come back here, but I definitely would if I could😋”

23 Bubba Gump Shrimp Co.

4.2 Good 761 Reviews

406 Navarro Street, San Antonio

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“Food and service were awesome”

24 Slim Chicken

3.0 Average 2 Reviews

8302 Mojave Rd, San Antonio

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25 Golden Corral Buffet & Grill

4.1 Good 665 Reviews

5071 Northwest Loop 410, San Antonio

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“Excelente comida muy rico todo”

26 Mr C's Fried Chicken and Waffles

4.0 Good 278 Reviews

7907 W Loop 1604 N #102, San Antonio

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“So, it was a cheat day. Mr C's Fried Chicken & Waffles was singing the Sirens song in my ear. Ive never been let down here before. That cornbread is amazing!!! (4 pieces) . Fried chicken skins - this the only place Ive seen them and you meant to tell me I get a plateful of my favorite part of the chicken??!! It was on point 9/10. Fried catfish, amazingly done. A voice inside said "oh they have red velvet cake, you should try that". I asked the waitress, on a 10 scale, she says 9. I take a slice home. Oh lawd. Ive always taken up for Red Velvet cake when the haters call it bs and made up chocolate, but it didnt have any love for me. Im a fat man, I will eat anything, even bad cake - but...I couldnt eat this. It was drier than the Sahara. I left it on the counter, and saw a trail of ants later."Hmm, maybe at least theyll eat it". Upon closer inspection, they were carrying ant water-pails to it to try to moisturize it. I threw it in my disposal and my disposal filed an OSHA violation against me. Would I recommend Mr Cs Fried Chicken & Waffles? ONly on days that end in -y. Would I recommend the red velvet cake? Im going to need a few therapy sessions first. 😃Please bring back the buttermilk pie.”

27 Slim Chickens

3.3 Good 46 Reviews

2500 Funston Road Bldg B-2542, San Antonio

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“Always on the lookout for good chicken. In a town where there are any number of places that sell tenders, the chicken is average. The sides are one of the few things to set a chain apart and the sides are average. Where Slim's excells is in their desserts. Its not on the top of my list, but I'll definitely come again.”

28 Slim Chickens

3.8 Good 151 Reviews

14121 Culebra Road, San Antonio

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“Had a small issues with my order. Marcus the manager called me back real quick. Fixed the order and was great. Always have good foo and service never had an issue up until that point. But they fixed it. Appreciate you. Will definitely come back.”

29 Cracker Barrel Old Country Store

4.0 Good 861 Reviews

6330 North Interstate 35, San Antonio

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“Friendly service l, fun shopping trip and great food. Appreciate the early bird dinner specials!”

30 Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen

3.9 Good 423 Reviews

31 Northeast Interstate 410 Loop, San Antonio

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“The food was delicious and the waiter was friendly.”

31 Smoke Shack BBQ

3.9 Good 546 Reviews

3714 Broadway, San Antonio

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“We picked up some food to go tonight, our first visit.. very impressed. Everything was so good! Thank you! ♥️”

32 Golden Corral Buffet & Grill

3.9 Good 590 Reviews

1025 Southeast Military Drive, San Antonio

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“great food and great service”

33 Cracker Barrel Old Country Store

3.9 Good 911 Reviews

98 NE Hwy.410, San Antonio

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“We ordered the heat and serve Thanksgiving Feast and it was delicious! Curbside pickup was a breeze and the instructions were perfect. Everyone loved it!”

34 Cracker Barrel Old Country Store

3.9 Good 910 Reviews

123 Southwest Loop 410, San Antonio

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“Flavor is good and different.”

35 Cracker Barrel Old Country Store

3.9 Good 906 Reviews

11030 I-10, San Antonio

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“muy bien mmmmmmmmmmmmmm”

36 Bush's Chicken

3.4 Good 251 Reviews

11061 Westwood Loop, San Antonio

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“My 80 year old dad only likes chicken wings. No breasts or drumsticks. Other places act like you are crazy when you place a wings order but Bush's does not even blink. Always great people with smiles taking orders and the food comes quickly.”

37 Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen

3.5 Good 362 Reviews

7374 South New Braunfels Avenue, San Antonio

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“Atmosphere was great, greated with a smile at the door, immediately seated. Juliana took our order and had my Pina Colada and his pint out so fast. My New Orleans Pasta was so good and he had ribs and shrimp. Justine, manager came to our table to make sure everything was perfect. Going back home to Cincinnati, but will be sure to visit here again.”

38 Cracker Barrel Old Country Store

3.6 Good 751 Reviews

3327 Southeast Military Drive, San Antonio

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“It was Sunday about 2:00pm. A 20 minute wait was reasonable. When we ordered they were out of the pot roast I requested. Changed my order to meatloaf, carrots and greens. Waited about 45 minutes for food. When it was delivered, I was told they were out of the greens and needed to choose a replacement. The wait staff were wonderful and did mention it had been a little slower than usual that day. Fortunately, this restaurant has not yet been ransacked and destroyed by the new remodel, though it is coming. My family has always enjoyed Cracker Barrel for many years. Good home style cooking and cozy atmosphere. We will miss it and will not be returning post remodel. We can get that atmosphere anywhere. Cracker Barrel will no longer be special, it will be gutted. I know there are many who will disagree and that's okay. I can only speak for my family.”