The best San Antonio restaurants to dine solo

Sure, grabbing a meal together can be a great way to spend time with friends, a date or family. Just the same,…

By San Antonio Current Staff

Barbaro
2720 McCullough Ave., (210) 320-2261, barbarosanantonio.com
Grab a seat at the bar and prepare to get boozy — especially if you stop by during happy hour.  Barbaro features a full bar so you can have your drink of choice while munching on one of their delicious wood-fired pizzas, making it an obvious choice when you want to dine alone and eat well.
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Everything we saw as Butcher Babies sliced and diced San Antonio's Rock Box

Los Angeles' Butcher Babies brought their  horror-tinged metal to San Antonio's Rock Box on Monday, and turned the venue upside down with…

By San Antonio Current Staff

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Photos: Mexican rapper Peso Pluma blew away the crowd at San Antonio's AT&T Center

Guadalajara, Mexico's top rap export, Peso Pluma, gave a dazzling performance at San Antonio's AT&T Center on Sunday, drawing thousands of die-hard fans.…

By San Antonio Current Staff

Photos: Mexican rapper Peso Pluma blew away the crowd at San Antonio's AT&T Center
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Everyone we saw singing along at the San Antonio stop of The Emo Night Tour

Billed as the "ultimate Emo party," The Emo Night Tour came to The Rock Box on Saturday. San Antonio music fans flocked…

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All the Grease fans we saw at San Antonio's Summer Lovin' Celebration

 In honor of the 45th anniversary of Grease, fans of the 1978 musical film showed up at Wonderland of the Americas Mall for…

By San Antonio Current Staff

All the Grease fans we saw at San Antonio's Summer Lovin' Celebration
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The Alamo Heights home of the late wife of Luby's cafeterias' founder is back on the market

An elegant Alamo Heights home once owned by Kathleen Lane Luby, the late wife of the founder of the iconic Luby's cafeteria…

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The San Antonio home of the late wife of Luby's cafeterias' founder is back on the market
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After a major reno, one of the few brick homes in the King William area is back on the market

San Antonio's King William Historical District is full of turn-of-the-last-century homes with amazing exterior woodwork. However, only a few were built of…

By San Antonio Current Staff

After major reno, one of the few brick homes in the King William area is back on the market
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22 water parks in driving distance of San Antonio that are perfect for summer fun

Summer's the time to get wet, but that doesn't mean you have to leg it all the way to the coast. Not…

By San Antonio Current Staff

Hurricane Harbor at Six Flags Fiesta Texas
17000 W I-10, (210) 697-5050, sixflags.com/fiestatexas
For double the fun, you’ll thank yourself for hitting up Fiesta Texas. Have your fun on the regular coasters at night when it’s slightly cooler, but first beat the heat at the newly rebranded Hurricane Harbor. There’s a variety of water rides and attractions, which capture all different vibes, from competitive to tranquil, under the sun. Of course, you can’t forget about the Texas-shaped wave pool, nicknamed the Lone Star Lagoon, or the classic, funnel-shaped Tornado thrill ride.
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All the best cosplay and cars from San Antonio's Superhero Comic Con

The SuperHero Comic Con & Car Show returned to San Antonio this weekend with an impressive list of celebrities, including big names…

By San Antonio Current Staff

All the best cosplay and cars from San Antonio's Superhero Comic Con
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The 1920 mansion of San Antonio produce magnate Richard Tarpley Pruitt is for sale

A 1920 home with a rounded front balcony bordered by massive Corinthian columns has hit the market for $925,000. The regal three-story Tobin…

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A 1920 San Antonio mansion of produce magnate Richard Pruitt is for sale
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An eclectic San Antonio home with a bar that looks like a piano is back on the market after 2 price cuts

A Monticello Park home with a storied history and some of the city's most striking interior decor is back on the market…

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An eclectic San Antonio home with a bar that looks like a piano is back on the market after 2 price cuts
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20 downtown San Antonio restaurants that aren't just for tourists

Downtown San Antonio is chock full of dining spots that offer visitors varying degrees of the "authentic Alamo City experience." Some are…

By San Antonio Current Staff

La Tuna Icehouse & Grill
100 Probandt St., (210) 212-5727, latunasa.com
Southtown is full of new eye-catching culinary concepts nestled into lavish spaces but local favorite La Tuna Icehouse & Grill has been serving killer comfort food and ice-cold beers for three decades now.
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All the fireworks and fun from San Antonio's Fourth of July celebration at Woodlawn Lake

As per usual, San Antonio's annual Independence Day party at Woodlawn Lake Park drew celebrants from all over the city. Here's what…

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All the fireworks and fun from San Antonio's Fourth of July celebration at Woodlawn Lake
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A 1935 San Antonio home once owned by socialite Ida A. Williams is for sale

A 1935 Spanish Revival-style home once owned by San Antonio socialite Ida A. Williams, according to newspaper archives, has hit the market…

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A 1935 San Antonio home once owned by socialite Ida A. Williams is for sale
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Moments from Mixed Up at Ladybird Beer Garden

Local beer garden Ladybird hosted a party to celebrate Mixed Up Cocktails and San Antonio favorite Twang-a-Rita.

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Moments from Mixed Up at Ladybird Beer Garden
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The San Antonio opinions that will get you canceled

Put politely, San Antonio residents hold a diversity of opinions. We'll argue over who has the best breakfast tacos, which bartender whips…

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Charles Barkley's hilarious when he's trash talking San Antonio women.
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The San Antonio restaurants that we miss the most

The food business is tumultuous, which means San Antonio's culinary landscape is always in flux. Every year, we say goodbye to a…

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The Monterey
1127 S. St. Mary's St.
The Monterey was a renowned eatery that captured the essence of modern American cuisine with a creative twist. Its innovative menu featured locally sourced ingredients, uber-knowledgable staff and an impressive sherry selection. It's often credited with bringing San Antonio's attention to the beauties of fortified wines.
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This 1910 home for sale was once owned by San Antonio banking magnate J.D. Oppenheimer

A majestic King William home recently listed for $2.2 million was once the home of J.D. Oppenheimer, newspaper archives reveal. No, not…

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This majestic King William for sale was once owned by banker J.D. Oppenheimer
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A massive San Antonio mansion, sitting on one of the Dominion's highest points, is now for sale

It's no secret that the posh Dominion enclave boasts spectacular views of the Texas Hill Country — part of the reason homes…

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This 6,100-square-foot San Antonio home sits on one of the Dominion's highest points
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All the beautiful people we saw at the 2023 Pride Bigger Than Texas Parade

San Antonio's 2023 Pride Bigger Than Texas Parade took place Saturday night, bringing together LGBTQ+ community members and allies for an amazing…

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All the beautiful people we saw at the 2023 Pride Bigger Than Texas Parade
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Everything we saw as Thursday brought the screamo vibes to San Antonio's Paper Tiger

Screamo heavy hitters Thursday lit up the Paper Tiger on Friday as headliners on a package tour that also includes RMRS and He…

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Everything we saw as Thursday brought the screamo vibes to San Antonio's Paper Tiger
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The sellers of this 1910 San Antonio home spent seven years returning it from the brink of ruin

A 1910 home south of King William has hit the market for just under $1 million. Hard to believe from its regal-look…

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The sellers of this 1910 San Antonio home spent seven years returning it from the brink of ruin
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Essential San Antonio sushi restaurants for Japanese-inspired dining

San Antonio may be best known for homegrown specialties like Tex-Mex and barbecue, but that doesn't mean we shy away from celebrating…

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Nama Ramen
6526 Babcock Road, (210) 641-2888, linktr.ee/namaramen
While constructing their elaborate dishes, the kitchen at Nama focuses on plating: their sushi platters are decked out with bountiful orchids and specialty rolls, all of which are well worth waiting in line for.
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These 28 celebrities went to high school in San Antonio

Ever wonder whether you share an alma mater with any famous people? Believe it or not, a bunch of celebs spent their…

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Shea Serrano, Southwest High School
New York Times best-selling author, journalist and former teacher Shea Serrano proudly reps San Antonio – more specifically the South Side. Widely known for his addictive Twitter personality, Serrano graduated from Southwest HS. In 2021, he completed his bestselling book trilogy (And Other Things) with Hip Hop (And Other Things), and his TV series Primo, which is based on his upbringing in SA, debuted on Amazon Freevee in May 2023.
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This San Antonio home comes with a $5K Dolce & Gabbana vent hood and lots of custom wall coverings

A 1928 home described in a sales listing as a "French Normandy-style property" has hit the market in Olmos Park with a…

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This San Antonio home for sale has a $5,000 Dolce & Gabbana vent hood and lots of custom wall coverings
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This Guadalupe River home is for sale, and it was the site of a Damian Chapa movie

Moviemakers are constantly on the lookout for distinctive locations that will make their films memorable. It's a testament to the beauty of…

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Two movies were shot at this beautiful home for sale on the Guadalupe River
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25 must-visit LGBTQ-friendly bars and restaurants in San Antonio

Texas hasn't exactly earned a reputation for supporting LGBTQ+ rights, but the queer community here thrives in spite of it — especially…

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Heat Nightclub
1500 N. Main Ave., (210) 227-2600, heatsa.com
If you need to turn up the heat, look no further than Heat Nightclub on the Main Strip. The dance floor is often packed, music pumping and drinks flowing, and the LGBTQ+ space welcomes people from all walks of life. The club also features more quiet and intimate spaces such as the back patio and “Chill Bar.”
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23 beautiful Texas beaches in driving distance of San Antonio

Some of us plan vacations way ahead of time, and some of us ... don't. If you're one of the latter —…

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Mustang Island State Park
South of Port Aransas, tpwd.texas.gov
Spend a day at the beach building sandcastles in the sun, or make it a weekend getaway by staying at one of the park’s nearly 100 campsites or enjoying one of the park’s paddling trails. The park fills up quickly, so reservations are recommended for both camping and day use.
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All of the 5th Annual San Antonio Burger Week's bingeworthy eats

San Antonio Burger Week comes but once a year, and when it does, it delivers. From Friday June 16 through Sunday June…

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A Chicago Bite
2339 E. Evans Road, Suite 106
Cheeseburger with gyro meat and tzatziki sauce.
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A 1890 New Braunfels home built by one of the city's most prominent business moguls is for sale

A charming 1890 New Braunfels home built by one of the city's most prominent businessmen and bankers has hit the market for…

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A 1890 New Braunfels home built by one of the city's most prominent business moguls is for sale
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