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1909 Bar & Bistro
It’s easy to feel festive in this piñata-hued (think bright pink and orange) watering hole with a view of the Alamo. And if you’re hungry, try the thick-cut potato chips topped with blue cheese and chives, tilapia tacos with coleslaw and chipotle tartar or fresh-baked Mexican pastries. Olé! $ (09/2011)
105 N Alamo Plaza
210-933-2000
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Turquoise Grill
Fresh pita bread straight from the oven is just the beginning of what this Turkish delight has in store. Feast like a sultan on patlican kizartma (fried eggplant slices with yogurt garlic sauce), or the lamb shank a la Turca (eggplant-wrapped lamb in tomato sauce.) $$ (09/2011)
3720 NW Loop 410
210-736-2887
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Dough Pizzeria Napoletana
Only 32 restaurants in the US have received certification from L'Associazione Vera Pizza Napoletana for serving authentic pizza napoletana, and this popular pie shop is one of them. Its 3-ton wood-burning oven from Naples cooks pizzas at 800-plus degrees in just 90 seconds. Choose from traditional varieties like margherita and four cheese, or try the irreverent Pork Love pie. $$ (08/2011)
6989 Blanco Rd
210-979-6565
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Taste Crêpes & More
At this new crêperie you don’t have to be a Francophile to fall in love with the trés bonnes savory and sweet crêpes. The “Popeye” comes with spinach, pesto and juicy chicken, while Nutella and fresh fruit fill the “Oh Baby!” Classic Crêpes Suzettes win big, too. $$ (08/2011)
17503 La Cantera Pkwy #103
210-558-0808
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Fattboy Burgers & Dogs
The half-pound “Fattboy” burger delivers with every juicy bite, as do the perfectly crispy, freshly cut fries. All burger and dog toppings—grilled onions, bell peppers, mushrooms and more—are free, so go ahead and load up. $ (05/2011)
2345 Vance Jackson Rd
210-377-3288
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Trilogy Pizza & Wine Bistro
Indulge your love for pizza by choosing from a cornucopia of toppings—18 veggies, 11 meats, and eight cheeses—and New York, Chicago and California styles. Spice lovers will adore the pasta with jalapeños, meatballs and mozzarella. $ (04/2011)
19141 Stone Oak Pkwy #113
210- 404-1818
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Druthers Café & Catering
This downtown bistro is the perfect place for putting together a spring picnic. In addition to breakfast pastries and New York-style deli sandwiches on freshly baked bread, there are homemade specialties like tomato-basil soup, a delectable tarragon chicken salad and “fresh-squeezed” lemon bars. $ (04/2011)
175 E Houston St #115
210-212- 6922
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ROCOTOS SABOR LATINO GRILL
The delicious Peruvian specialties dished up here include ceviche, citrus-marinated chicken, fried plantains with cream and lomo saltado (succulent marinated beef stir-fried with onions and served on top of french fries). For dessert, try the purple corn pudding. $ (01/2011)
10555 Culebra Rd, Ste 101
210-521-4367
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PASHA MEDITERRANEAN GRILL
Carnivores and vegetarians alike mark this Middle Eastern/Greek eatery among their favorites. Stuffed grape leaves, gyros and beef or chicken shawarma with aromatic spices are all standouts. Plus, the generous portions come with complimentary, fresh-from-the-oven naan and tangy yogurt sauce. $ (01/2011)
9339 Wurzbach Rd
210-561-5858
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TOST BISTROBAR
This restaurant and bar is the place to try Tex- Mex Benedict for Sunday brunch or unusual dinner entrees like pan-seared scallops with ginger-chili brown butter or Shiner beerbraised short ribs. Live music on weekends and Thursday night salsa lessons add even more reasons to drop by. $$ (01/2011)
14415 Blanco Rd
210-408-2670
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LE MIDI
Enjoy a taste of Provence at this downtown restaurant, the perfect dinner-and-a-movie date location near the Majestic and Empire theaters. Try the exquisite three-course menu, and for dessert, don’t miss the heavenly “Floating Island,” an almond-infused meringue puff floating in a rich custard sauce. $$$$ (11/2010)
301 E Houston St
210-858-7388
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LA GLORIA ICE HOUSE
Overlooking the new extension of the River Walk, La Gloria serves the irresistible street foods of Mexico. Chow down on sopes—thick corn patties with a slight rim to hold all the toppings—and wash them down with a cold beer or margarita. $ (09/2010)
100 E Grayson St
210-267-9040
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