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Publisher Louis Doucette Louis@travelingblender.com Editor Paula Schechter editor@paseodelrio.com
Dear Frugal Travelers, I’m a penny pincher. My mom says I still have the first dollar I ever made. I’m also extravagant. My friends say I throw lavish parties and take the best vacations. A lot of us are like that. We save where we can, so we can spend where we like. The September issue of RIO Magazine is dedicated to enjoying the River Walk, San Antonio and your entire visit without breaking the bank. You can spend (pun intended) many fun-filled days enjoying activities that are free or nearly free and then splurge on a great restaurant, a second round of drinks or tickets to a Spurs basketball game. Some of our coolest attractions are always free, from bat-watching to the Alamo and Mission Trail to the spectacular sound and light show on Main Plaza. Many museums and attractions offer free days or evenings. Take advantage of them, and you’ll have a great stay that doesn’t even dent your budget. Check out my personal favorite freebies in the Editor’s Top Ten list. And if you happen to be in town September 8-10 you can enjoy the biggest bargain of all: Bud Light, The Taste. For a pittance of a price, each night you can sample cool dishes at 10 or more of the hottest restaurants downtown and on the River Walk. Tickets sold at the door. For more details go to www.TheSanAntonioRiverWalk.com
Business Manager Vicki Schroder Vicki@travelingblender.com Contributing Writers Ron Aaron Eisenberg Jackie Jordan Carole Miller Pamela Mooman Lucille Thomas Susan Yerkes Advertising Sales San Antonio: Janis Maxymof janismaxymof@gmail.com
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Feel Free to Enjoy the River Walk
By Susan Yerkes All Photos on this page by: Mark Menjivar/San Antonio River Authority
A leisurely stroll or brisk jog along the lushly landscaped banks of the river early in the morning, when the air is cool and the light is soft provides treasured memories for visitors and residents alike. During the day, the scene heats up, but down on the river there’s an oasis of shade beneath the towering old cypress trees. And when night falls, a myriad of colored lights illuminate the lively riverside. While the sheer beauty of the River Walk has made it one of America’s most popular visitor attractions, there’s also plenty to do without busting your budget. September is packed with free, fun events, starting with Labor Day weekend, when San Antonio’s Magik Theatre will transform La Villita, the historic riverside village in the heart of downtown, on the adjacent Arneson River Theater into a full-blown Renaissance Festival. Live performances and movies of Shakespeare’s most popular plays, along with falconry, fire eaters, fencing, magicians and more will entertain the whole family – and it’s all free. (Check out the schedule at www.magiktheatre.org)
Further along the river banks, the Labor Day Arts &Crafts Show, Sept. 4-7, will transform the riverbank into a gallery of colorful treasures to browse or take home. Sept. 12, La Villita’s old limestone walls will ring with the joyful sounds of the International Accordion Festival, another free annual event that draws musicians from around the world. The week of Sept. 16, the city celebrates Mexico’s Independence Day, and businesses along the River Walk will lift a cold cerveza to the celebration with festive specials. (Visitors note: this is the perfect time to wear one of those huge, colorful straw sombreros you’ll find on sale in nearby Market Square.) On Sept. 19, experience traditional Mexican culture at a free mariachi concert at the Arneson River Theater, featuring the top high school mariachis in Texas and stirring performances by the Guadalupe Cultural Arts Center’s Dance Company. In addition to all the festivities that enliven the River Walk, there’s an impressive permanent art gallery along (and between) the banks of the stream. The river’s Museum Reach stretches north to two spectacularly reimagined historic breweries – the San Antonio Museum of Art and the
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and San Antonio’s River Walk is a great example.
At Ninth Street, glittering fiber-optic terrazzo benches and vibrant color cubes highlight the bridge structure. Wave your hands over the surfaces of the cubes to watch the light-play. At night, bands of color across the bridge ceiling make a glowing portal. In the river bend near the giant fish, a giant jaguar head at street level leads down into the Grotto, a fantastic, dream-like, three-story cave with splashing waterfalls, benches and a thatched-roof picnic area – a magnificent construction of faux-bois (false wood) concrete art. Even the bridges above the river are works of art, from the historic stone or iron structures to the new art installations along the railings. Many of the art works feature plaques with QR codes you can scan into a smart phone for information of the piece. And for a complete listing of Museum Reach art and more, check out the San Antonio River Foundation’s web site, www.sariverfoundation.org.
Another recent monumental addition to the River Walk stands out beside the new Briscoe Western Art Museum – “Coming Home to the Briscoe,” a three-ton bronze sculpture of a traditional Texas vaquero (cowboy) driving his longhorns up the river bank.
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lively Pearl Complex. In recent years, artists from San Antonio and around the U.S. have contributed site-specific artworks that are now part of the must-see list for any visit, and perfect settings for Instagram selfies. Among the most spectacular are the lightworks at various overpasses. At Camden Street, a school of giant, illuminated sunfish swim through the sky. (Around dusk most evenings, a colony of bats emerges from their roosts in the beams under the bridge – another popular sight.) At the Brooklyn Street-McCullough overpass, shifting colorblock panels create a flickering, vibrant illusion on the walls and water as you walk past.
A smaller, but equally significant new bronze piece was unveiled this summer at the foot of the Commence Street Bridge by the Republic of Texas restaurant with its colorful Texas flag-themed umbrellas – a bust of architect Robert H.H. Hugman, the visionary “Father of the River Walk.” See his story in video on YouTube type in key words Hugman River Walk.
Back in 1929, when city fathers decided to pave over the river downtown, Hugman designed a revolutionary “American Venice” idea – a tree-shaded, river-level passage lined with shops and restaurants, where gondolas would ferry folks up and down the stream. It took almost a decade, but with support from the powerful Conservation Society and a few key businessmen, Hugman finally saw his dream begin to come true. It took decades more for the fuller realization of the dream. In 1968, HemisFair prompted a downtown revitalization that finally led to today’s lively River Walk. The story, a video tribute and fabulous old photos of the River Walk’s beginnings are online at www.hugmantour.com. There’s also a downloadable mobile tour for smart phones, keyed to bronze plaques at a dozen of the most important tour stops. And it’s all free. From history to art to peaceful nature to the vibrant pulse of the city’s colorful culture – you’ll find it all along the River Walk. There are so many different scenes, so many memories to create, that it’s impossible to experience them all in a single day or season.
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The Republic of Texas 429 E. Commerce San Antonio, TX 78205 (210) 226-6256 therepublicoftexasrestaurant.com American
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Dick’s Last Resort 406 Navarro San Antonio, TX 78205 (210) 244-0026 www.dickslastresort.com American
Michelino’s 521 River Walk San Antonio TX 78205 (210) 223-2939 www.michelinos.us Italian
Hard Rock Café 111 W. Crockett Street San Antonio, TX 78205 (210) 244-7625 www.hardrock.com American
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Lone Star Café 237 Losoya San Antonio, TX 78205 (210) 223-9374 www.lonestarcafe.us American 17
RAINFOREST CAFé 110 E. Crockett San Antonio, TX 78205 (210) 277-6300 www.rainforestcafe.com American
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County Line Barbeque sports bar 111 W. Crockett Street San Antonio TX 78205 (210) 229-1941 www.countyline.com BBQ
Charlie Wants a Burger sports bar 223 Losoya San Antonio TX 78205 (210) 227-0864 www.charliewantsaburger.com Burgers-Craft Beer
Maria Mia 849 East Commerce San Antonio, TX 78205 (210) 272-0403 mariamiamexicanbistro.com Mexican Café Ole 527 River Walk San Antonio TX 78205 (210) 223-2939 www.cafeole.us Tex-Mex
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Ben & Jerry’s 111 W. Crockett Street San Antonio, TX 78205 (210) 220-3770 www.benjerry.com/riverwalksouth Ice Cream
Casa Rio 430 E. Commerce San Antonio TX 78205 (210) 225-6718 www.casa-rio.com Tex-Mex Rio Rio Cantina 421 E. Commerce San Antonio, TX 78205 (210) 226-8462 www.rioriocantina.com Tex-Mex
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Rita’s 245 E. Commerce Suite #100 San Antonio TX 78205 (210) 227-7482 www.ritasontheriver.com Tex-Mex
Luke 125 E. Houston San Antonio TX 78205 (210) 227-5853 www.lukesanantonio.com French/American
The Original Mexican Restaurant 528 River Walk San Antonio TX 78205 (210) 224-9951 www.originalmexican.com Tex-Mex
Bella on the River 106 River Walk San Antonio TX 78205 (210) 404-2355 www.bellaontheriver.com Mediterranean/Southern European Ostra 212 W. Crockett San Antonio TX 78205 (866) 605-1212 www.mokarahotels.com Seafood
FINE DINING Biga on the Banks 203 S. St Mary’s San Antion, TX 78205 (210) 225-0722 www.biga.com American Citrus 150 E. Houston San Antonio TX 78205 (210) 227-9700 hotelvalencia-riverwalk.com American figtree 515 Villita Street San Antonio TX 78205 (210) 224-1976 www.figtreerestaurant.com Las Canarias 112 College Street San Antonio TX 78205 (210) 518-1000 www.omnilamansion.com American
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Paesanos Paesanos River Walk 111 W. Crockett #100 San Antonio, TX 78205 (210) 227-2782 www.paesanosriverwalk.com Paesanos Lincoln Heights 555 East Basse Rd. (210) 828 5191 Paesanos 1604 3622 Paesanos Parkway (210) 493 1604 Italian Little Rhein Steakhouse 231 S. Alamo San Antonio TX 78205 (210) 225-2111 www.littlerheinsteak house.com Steakhouse
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Had Boudro’s been serving Blackened Prime Rib, fresh Guacamole made tableside and Prickly Pear Margaritas back in 1836, the King of the Wild Frontier would have left Tennessee sooner. Loved by locals and travelers, Boudro’s is a mecca for great food on the River Walk. Frommers says ”Everybody loves this old standby on the River Walk.” Dine riverside, inside or (with reservations) on a barge dinner cruise.
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La Villita 418 Villita Street San Antonio, TX 78205 210-207-8614 www.lavillita.com Collection of Unique Local Shops La Villita History Exhibit Learn more about the history of La Villita with this exhibit. 210.207.8614 Artistic Endeavors La Villita San Antonio, TX 78205 210-222-2497 www.artend.com Art Copper Gallery La Villita San Antonio, TX 78205 210.271.3856 www.thecoppergallery.com Art Collectibles Galleria II La Villita San Antonio, TX 78205 210.227.0527 www.lavillita.com Art Gallery Little Studio Gallery La Villita San Antonio, TX 78205 210-227-8893 www.lavillita.com Art Gallery
Garcia Art Glass 123 Losoya Street, No.5 San Antonio, TX 78205 210-223-1400 www.garciaartglass.com River Art Group La Villita San Antonio, TX 78205 210-226-8752 www.rivergroup.com Art Gallery Starving Artist Gallery La Villita San Antonio, TX 78205 210.226.3593 www.lavillita.com Art Gallery Village Gallery La Villita San Antonio, TX 78205 210-226-0404 www.waltglasspottery.net Art Gallery Scentchips USA La Villita San Antonio, TX 78205 210.223.2267 www.lavillita.com Candles Casa Manos Alegres La Villita San Antonio, TX 78205 210-224-5107 www.lavillita.com Mexican Cultural Gifts
Village Weavers La Villita San Antonio, TX 78205 210-222-0776 www.villageweavers.com Woven Art & Rugs
Foot Locker Rivercenter Mall - Fashion Level San Antonio, TX 78205 210-226-8383 www.footlocker.com Athletic Shoes
Equinox La Villita San Antonio, TX 78205 210.281.0706 www.alejandrosifuentes.com Jewelry Metal Gallery
Hot Topic Rivercenter Mall, Fashion Level San Antonio, TX 78205 210-212-7680 www.hottopic.com Clothing
Mustang Grey’s La Villita San Antonio, TX 78205 210.222.1894 www.lavillita.com
Langford Market Rivercenter Mall - Fashion Level San Antonio, TX 78205 210-223-0200 www.langfordmarket.com Clothing
Angelita La Villita San Antonio, TX 78205 210- 224-8362 www.lavillita.com Womens Fashions & Jewelry
U.S. Polo Assn Rivercenter mall San Antonio, TX 78205 210-444-1040 www.uspoloassn.com Clothing
Villita Stained Glass La Villita San Antonio, TX 78205 210.223.4480 www.lavillita.com Art Gallery
Primarily Purple Rivercenter Mall - Fashion Level San Antonio, TX 78205 210-225-0000 General Merchandise
Aeropostale Rivercenter Mall San Antonio, TX 78205 210-225-0000 www.aeropostale.com Clothing
The Body Shop Rivercenter Mall, Street Level San Antonio, TX 78205 210-224-5446 www.thebodyshop-usa.com Gift for Body
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//////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////// Fletchers Jewelry Rivercenter Mall, Street Level San Antonio, TX 78205 210-299-5240 www.fletchersjewelers.com Jewelry Harris Jewelry Rivercenter Mall San Antonio, TX 78205 210-225-0000 www.harrisjewelry.com Jewelry Zales Rivercenter Mall, Street Level San Antonio, TX 78205 210-270-7770 www.zales.com Jewelry Aerosoles Rivercenter Mall - Fashion Level San Antonio, TX 78205 210-354-1840 www.aerosoles.com Shoes Claire’s Rivercenter Mall - Street Level San Antonio, TX 78205 210-225-0000 www.claires.com Shoes Journeys Rivercenter Mall - Fashion Level 210-224-6898 www.journeys.com Shoes
Shoe Palace Rivercenter Mall - Street Level San Antonio, TX 78205 210-527-9700 Shoes
Victoria’s Secret Rivercenter Mall - Fashion Level San Antonio, TX 78205 210-224-7072 www.victoriassecret.com Womens Lingerie
Pearl Brewery 250 E Grayson San Antonio, TX 78205 210-212-7260 www.atpearl.com Unique Local Shops & Restaurants
Champ’s Sports Rivercenter Mall - Fashion Level San Antonio, TX 78205 210-225-0000 www.champssports.com Sportswear
Papaya Rivercenter Mall, Street Level San Antonio, TX 78205 210-226-2100 www.papaya.com
Five & Dime General Store 512 Riverwalk San Antonio, TX 78205 210-212-4825 www.fiveanddimegs.com General Merchandise
Sunglass Hut Rivercenter Mall, Street Level San Antonio, TX 78205 210-271-7550 www.sunglasshut.com Sunglasses Sunglass Icon Rivercenter Mall, Street Level San Antonio, TX 78205 210-226-3942 www.sunglassicon.com Sunglasses Gamestop Rivercenter Mall, Street Level San Antonio, TX 78205 210-224-4412 www.gamestop.com Video Ganmes & Equipment Express Rivercenter Mall, Fashion Level San Antonio, TX 78205 210-227-5212 www.express.com Clothing
Shasha Rivercenter Mall, Street Level San Antonio, TX 78205 210-227-4772 www.shasha.com Spencers Rivercenter Mall, Fashion Level San Antonio, TX 78205 210-224-6898 www.spencersonline.com
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Cowboy’s Alamo City Harley Davidson 111 West Crockett Street San Antonio, TX 78205 210-212-4461 cowboysalamocityharley.com/ boutique General Merchandise/Clothing
Wandering Cowboy Rivercenter Mall, Fashion Level San Antonio, TX 78205 210-223-3434
Who’s Hugman?
Zumiez Rivercenter Mall, Fashion Level San Antonio, TX 78205 210-228-9373 www.zumiez.com
how the River Walk came to
Learn about Hugman and be on YouTube. Type in key words San Antonio River Walk Hugman.
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Blue Box 312 Pearl Parkway San Antonio, TX 78215 (210) 227-2583 www.blueboxbar.com Bar
Kremlin/ Havana Ultra Lounge 212 College St. San Antonio, TX 78205 (210) 220-1972 www.kremlinsa.com Dance Club
Blue Star Brewing Company 1414 S Alamo San Antonio, TX 78210 (210) 212-5506 www.bluestarbrewing.com Brewery
Liquid Monkey Lounge 248 Losoya, Suite B San Antonio, TX 78205 (210) 212-4980 Bar
The Bonham Exchange 411 Bonham San Antonio, TX 78205 (210) 271-3811 www.bonhamexchange.net Dance Club The Brooklynite 516 Brooklyn Avenue San Antonio, TX 78215 (210) 444-0707 www.thebrooklynitesa.com Wine Bar charlie wants a burger sports bar 223 Losoya San Antonio TX 78205 (210) 227-0864 www.charliewantsaburger.com Burgers-Craft Beer
Your River Walk Stop for Breakfast, Burgers & Beer. • Breakfast, lunch and dinner DAILY • Happy Hour DAILY 3pm-6pm and Reverse Happy Hour 9pm-close • $12 domestic beer buckets • Full bar with craft, draft and bottled beers, handcrafted margaritas, sangrias and mojitos • 11 mega-TVs–Catch all the sports at Charlie Wants A Burger!
Coyote Ugly Saloon 409 E. Commerce San Antonio, TX 78205 (210) 465-8459 www.coyoteuglysaloon.com Bar The Davenport 203 N Presa St, San Antonio, TX 78205 (210) 224-5635 www.the-dav.com Dance Club dick’s last resort 406 Navaro St, San Antonio, TX 78205 (210) 224-0026 www.dickslastresort.com Gastro Pub Drink Texas 200 Navarro, Suite 100 San Antonio, TX 78205 (210) 224-1031 www.drinktexas.com Bar Durty Nelly’s Irish Pub 200 S Alamo San Antonio, TX 78205 (210) 222-1400 www.durtynellspub.com Pub Esquire Tavern 155 E Commerce San Antonio, TX 78205 (210) 222-2521 www.esquiretavern-sa.com Gastropub
Cut Our Coupon in back for savings that will have you coming back for more! www.charliewantsaburger.com
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The Friendly Spot 943 S Alamo San Antonio, TX 78205 (210) 224-2337 www.thefriendlyspot.com Icehouse Howl at the Moon 111 W. Crockett St, Suite 201 San Antonio, TX 78205 (210) 212-4695 www.howlatthemoon.com Piano Bar
The Local Bar 600 N Presa San Antonio, TX 78205 (210) 267-9885 www.thelocalbarsa.com Bar Mad Dogs British Pub 123 Losoya, Suite 19 San Antonio, TX 78205 (210) 222-0220 www.MadDogs.net Pub, Live Music the naked iguana lounge 421 East Commerce San Antonio, Texas 78205 (210) 226-8462 www.rioriocantina.com/ Naked_Iguana Margaritas, Well Drinks, & Beer 1919 1420 S Alamo San Antonio, TX 78204 (210) 227-1420 Bar SoHo Wine & Martini Bar 214 W Crockett San Antonio, TX 78205 (210) 444-1000 www.sohomartinibar.com Bar Swig 111 W. Crocket St, Suite 205 San Antonio, TX 78205 (210) 476-0005 www.swigmartini.com Martini Bar tex’s river walk sports bar 200 South Alamo San Antonio, TX 78205 (210) 270-0786 www.palaciodelrio.com Sports Bar The Ticket 420 E. Houston San Antonio, TX 78205 (210) 222-9722 www.ticketsportspub.com Sports Bar Waxy O’Connors 234 Riverwalk San Antonio, TX 78205 (210) 229-9299 www.waxyoconnors.com Pub The Worm 123 Losoya, River Level San Antonio, TX 78205 (210) 223-7266 facebook.com/TheWormTequilaBar Tequila Bar Zinc Bistro & Wine Bar 207 N Presa San Antonio, TX 78205 (210) 224-2900 www.zincwine.com Wine Bar
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Motorheads 9/2, Wed @ 7pm
Spanky 9/23-27, Wed-Thu & Sun @ 8:30pm Fri-Sat @ 8:30pm & 10:30pm
Echale! Latino Music Estyles 9/6, Sun @ 6pm
Michael Blackson 9/29, Tue @ 7pm
Jon Secada 9/12, Sat @ 8pm
Cleto Rodriguez 9/30, Wed @ 8:30pm
MUSIC
Aztec Theatre
Pearl Amphitheater
H-E-B Performance Hall at The Tobin San Antonio Symphony Beethoven’s 9th Sebastian Lang-Lessing, conductor 9/18-20, Fri-Sat @ 8pm Sun @ 2pm
H-E-B Performance Hall at The Tobin Zoso: The Ultimate Led Zeppelin Experience 9/24, Thu @ 7pm
Aztec Theatre
Three Dog Night 9/25, Fri @ 8pm
Lila Cockrell Theatre
live theater Shakespeare in the Village: The Winter’s Tale By The Magik Theatre 9/3-6, Thu-Sun, times tba
Arneson River Theatre La Villita Historic Arts Village Tobin Center Edge Series One Man Breaking Bad (touring) 9/12, Sat @ 4pm & 8pm
Carlos Alvarez Studio Theatre at the Tobin Center
dance Tobin Center Dance Series Ballet Folklorico de Mexico 9/14, Mon @ 7:30pm
H-E-B Performance Hall at the Tobin Center
comedy Jay LaFarr 9/2-6, Wed-Thu @ 8:30pm Fri-Sun @ 8:30pm & 10:30pm
Rivercenter Comedy Club
Aaron Aryanpur 9/9-13, Wed-Thu @ Sun @ 8:30pm Fri-Sat @ 8:30pm & 10:30pm
Rivercenter Comedy Club Tom Green 9/14, Mon @ 7pm
Rivercenter Comedy Club
Rivercenter Comedy Club
Rivercenter Comedy Club
EXHIBITIONS BRISCOE WESTERN ART MUSEUM Briscoe Book Club “Manana Means Heaven” by Tim Z. Hernandez 9/1, Tue @ 5:30pm The Cowboy Returns: Photographs by Bank and John Langmore 9/12-11/29 Voices of the West: Briscoe Western Art Museum’s Distinguished Lecture Series Ron Tyler - Richard Avedon’s “In the American West”: The Real West? 9/15, Tue @ 6:30pm SAN ANTONIO MUSEUM OF ART Miguel Covarrubias: Culture and Caricature Now thru 10/18 28 Chinese 9/5-1/3/16
miscellaneous Spy: The Exhibit Now thru 5/31/16
Rivercenter
Labor Day Arts & Crafts Show 9/4-7, Fri-Mon / 11am-8pm
River Walk
Bud Light – The Taste 9/8-10, Tue-Thu / 6pm-8:30pm
River Walk and Houston Street The Price Is Right 9/8, Tue @ 8pm 9/13, Sun @ 3pm & 7pm
H-E-B Performance Hall at the Tobin Center Free Cinema on the Plaza Hairspray 9/11, Fri @ 8pm
Rivercenter Comedy Club
River Walk Plaza at the Tobin Center
Lil Duval 9/17-20, Thu @ 8:30pm Fri-Sat @ 8pm & 10:30pm Sun @ 8pm
2015 International Accordion Festival 9/12, Sat / 12pm-11pm
Rivercenter Comedy Club
La Villita Historic Arts Village
Fiestas Patrias Artistic Program & Official “El Grito” Ceremony 9/15, Tue @ 5:30pm
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Unbranded (The Film): 3000 Miles. 16 Mustangs. Mexico to Canada 9/15, Tue @ 6pm (event start) 7:45pm (film start)
TOURS
River Walk Plaza at the Tobin Center
Rio San Antonio Cruises 205 N Presa San Antonio, TX 78205 (210) 244-5700 riosanantonio.com
Dia de los Ninos 9/19, Sat @ 9am Plaza Juarez
La Villita Historic Arts Village
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city sightseeing double decker san antonio (210) 224-8687 city-sightseeingsanantonio.com
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grand double decker tours (210) 492-4144 citytoursinc.com
WWE Presents NXT Live! 9/19, Sat @ 7:30pm
Aztec Theatre
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Briscoe Western Art Museum 210 W Market San Antonio, TX 78205 (210) 299-4499 briscoemuseum.org
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Labor Day Arts & Crafts Show September 4-7, 2015 Opening day, 11am– 11pm Middle days 10am–11pm Final day, 10am–8pm
River Walk Extension (close to San Antonio Convention & Rivercenter Mall)Vendors display and sell handmade merchandise along the San Antonio River Walk Bud Light,The Taste September 8-10, 2015, 6-8:30pm Tuesday September 8, Houston Street Wednesday, September 9, River Walk Thursday, September 10, River Walk
The Taste
This event is an affordable way to sample delicious food from over 30 of the finest restaurants located downtown and on the River Walk. Over 1,400 foodHouston Street lovers attend annually. Approximately 11 restaurants each night showcase their culinary genius through appetizerThe River Walk sized portions of a signature dish from their menu. The first day features only restaurants located downtown on Houston Street. Food-lovers stroll Houston Street and walk to participating establishments. The second and third days are restaurants located on the River Walk. Participants stroll or ride a barge Tickets sold at the door are $30 for any one day or $70 for a 3-day pass. For daily starting point and complete list of restaurants go to www.theSanAntonioRiverwalk.com
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Feeling Crabby? If you haven’t tied on a bib and cracked into a bucket of crab at Joe’s Crab Shack, you haven’t truly experienced southern seafood.
cream cheese and coated in crispy panko breadcrumbs. Crab is their middle name after all, and with more than 25 crab items on the menu, it’s the place to go to satisfy crab cravings. Crack into one of their signature crab buckets like sweet and flaky Snow crab or extra meaty Jumbo Bairdi crab, seasoned in one of their six flavor options. Here, every day is a celebration, and they make it their business to show you a good time. Lose the forks and the formalities, roll up your sleeves and get your hands dirty. At Joe’s Crab Shack, it’s all about being less fancy and more fun. Located directly on the Riverwalk, Joe’s is bringing fresh, bold flavors and a celebration vibe to all who pull up a chair. There’s plenty of seating inside the two-story restaurant and large spaces to accommodate group parties, or you can take in the historic views on one of the patios with a Category 5 Hurricane in hand. They can even arrange for a cocktail or dinner cruise along the river! Head over after work and enjoy Happy Hour specials Monday-Friday from 4-7PM and 9-11PM with $3 drinks and $5 appetizers. And don’t miss out on $2 Twosdays where they serve up $2 drinks and bites all day every Tuesday. Their menu features a wide variety of appetizers to kick start your meal. Keep it classic with some Crispy Calamari or spice things up with the Great Balls of Fire that are scratch made and packed full of crab, jalapenos and
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If you want to heat things up, try a Steampot that features the ocean’s best crab, lobster and shrimp boiled and served with fresh corn and potatoes. We highly recommend the Ragin’ Cajun steampot with Dungeness and Queen crab, shrimp and smoked sausage. Joe’s is currently inviting you to celebrate the endless summer with some of their favorites. Until 11/9, you can crack into a plate of tender Pacific Dungeness crab and shrimp seasoned with their signature BBQ dry rub. It’s not your typical BBQ either. They season the crab and shrimp with a unique rub that’s so flavorful, smoky and bold, you can’t help but lick your fingers. Make yourself at home, make some memories and let Joe’s Crab Shack take care of the rest. Located on the Riverwalk at 212 College Street #100. Open every day from 11AM – 12AM. (210)-271-9981. www.joescrabshack.com
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Q: A:
How do you tell if someone is from Texas? Just give them a few minutes and they will tell you.
Texans are proud of their state, heritage and history and for good reason.
Interesting facts about TexasH El Paso, Texas is closer to California than it is to Dallas. Dallas is still over 75 miles from the Oklahoma State border. H Beaumont, TX to El Paso, TX is 742 miles. Beaumont, TX to Chicago, IL is 770 miles. H The worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first rodeo was in Pecos, Texas on the 4th of July, 1883. H Brazoria County, Texas which runs from the Coastline up to the outskirts of the Houston area, and includes the city of Alvin, has more species of birds than any other area in North America. H The Aransas Wildlife Refuge is the winter home of North Americaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s only remaining flock of wild whooping cranes. H The King Ranch, in South Texas, is larger than the State of Rhode Island. H Caddo Lake is the only natural lake in the State of Texas. All other lakes are man made. H Most of the water for San Antonio and Central Texas comes from large natural aquifers. The Edwards Aquifer is one of the most prolific artesian aquifers in the world.
SEPTEMBER
Important dates in the history of Texas for the month of September. September 5, 1836
Sam Houston was elected the first President of the Republic of Texas. September 12, 1866
The first producing oil well in Texas, located in Oil Springs in Nacogdoches County, came in at a depth of 106 feet. September 11, 1890
Fort Sam Houston, located in San Antonio, was officially named after the first President of the Republic of Texas, General Sam Houston. September 3, 1895
William Carrol Crawford the last remaining signer of the Texas Declaration of Independence died. September 8, 1900
The worst natural disaster in U.S. history took place when a hurricane struck Galveston, TX in which over 8,000 lives were lost. September 25, 1922
WOAI, was the first radio station in South Texas and began broadcasting from San Antonio; eventually broadcasting at 50,000 watts. Over the years it became Clear Channel Communications. It has since evolved into I Heart Media, on September 16, 2014, and is still headquartered in San Antonio, TX. September 18, 1929
Julius Myers, the last town crier in America, died in San Antonio, TX. These fun and interesting facts are provided courtesy of The Republic of Texas Restaurant celebrating 40 years on the San Antonio River Walk. Visit their restaurant and use this interesting trivia to earn your Republic of Texas Citizenship certificate.
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Tour San Antonio Like A Local
ATTRACTIONS
Guide to San Antonio & the River Walk
GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS MUSEUM TOMB RIDER 3D RIPLEY’S HAUNTED ADVENTURE Experience the best Alamo Plaza has to offer. See the Amazing Book come to life in the GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS MUSEUM! Adventure Seekers... this one’s for you - TOMB RIDER 3D, a Journey down into the tomb of Anubis for an action-packed adventure you won’t soon forget! For the fearless, we dare you to visit RIPLEY’S HAUNTED ADVENTURE. This multi-million dollar haunted house includes special effects, live actors and animatronics that are sure to leave you thrilled from the moment you enter until the time you escape!. Open Daily at 10:00 a.m. Directly across from the Alamo • (210) 226-2828 www.AlamoPlazaAttractions.com The Amazing Mirror Maze— A 4D Experience San Antonio’s newest attractions are located across from the Alamo! Ultimate Mirror Maze Challenge – a unique, eyepopping experience
that is fun for any age. Explore endless hallways and thousands of mirrors as you try to find the end and go back again – it is never the same experience twice. Can you find your way out of a maze composed entirely out of mirrors? The Vault Laser Challenge – It is a Mission Impossible themed game. A state of the art laser alarm system, your challenge is to make it through without setting off any of the lasers. Will you make it on our top 10 list? Hours of Operation: Open Daily at 10AM (210) 224-2288 • www.amazingmazes.com Briscoe Western Art Museum The Briscoe Western Art Museum features nine galleries spread across three floors featuring art in the form of artifacts, paintings, and sculptures. Video interviews with artists, collectors, and others can be found throughout. Collection highlights include fine saddles and spurs; pieces from the Spanish colonial era; Pancho Villa’s last known saddle; diorama of the Alamo; and Santa Anna’s sword. The adjacent Jack Guenther Pavilion serves as an event space and visitors can enjoy the lush Sculpture Garden during Museum hours.
AngelBuys.com – the best discounts on local hotels, restaurants and attractions.
Buckhorn Saloon & Texas Ranger Museum The Buckhorn Saloon & Museum is proud to welcome a new generation of visitors. San Antonio’s oldest Saloon has recently completed a major renovation. Explore the remodeled animal halls and prepare yourself for a Texas-sized adventure! Practice your sharp shooting skills in our Shooting Gallery and see hundreds of handguns, badges and photographs from famous rangers in The Texas Ranger Museum. Open daily at 10AM. (210) 2474000 www.buckhormuseum.com The Edward Steves Homestead This elegant mansion, located in the King William neighborhood, was built in 1876 for the founder of San Antonio’s first lumber company. The Homestead offers visitors the rare opportunity to imagine living the lifestyle of German settlers of this era. Contact: The Edward Steves Homestead 509 King William (210)-225-5924 www.saconservation.org La Villita A Historic Arts Village since 1939. More galleries & shops in one square block than anywhere else in San Antonio. Unique art by local & regional artists featuring oil paintings, sculpture, watercolors, metal art, rock art, textiles, copper work, pottery, jewelry, stained glass & regional folk art. La Villita is a cluster of small buildings in downtown San Antonio. Once a residential district beginning in the late 1700’s, the area now houses specialty shops filled with unique gifts, restaurants, and beautiful plazas. In 1939 Mayor Maury Maverick spearheaded a project to
Some things are not to be missed. R I S TOR A N T E
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The River Walk. The Alamo. And the Shrimp Paesano
at Ristorante Paesanos. For more than 40 years, locals and visitors alike have enjoyed the contemporary setting, Italian/Mediterranean cuisine and Old World service of these culinary landmarks. Join us on the River Walk, near the Quarry Market in Lincoln Heights or at Loop 1604 Northwest. Lunch
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North Central North West Paesanos LincoLn HeigHts Paesanos 1604 555 East Basse Road 3622 Paesanos Parkway (210) 828-5191 (210) 493-1604 Downtown Paesanos RiveRwaLk 111 West Crockett Street (210) 227-2782 Complimentary House Dessert* with order of an Entrée. Offer only vailid at Paesanos Riverwalk location.
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SeaWorld of San Antonio This year, SeaWorld of San Antonio enjoys a Sea of Surprises during SeaWorld’s 50th Celebration with new interactive pathway experiences, more upclose animal encounters and the Surprise Squad, treating guests with prizes and special experiences every day. Plus, enjoy thrilling rides, animal attractions and our newest attraction, Roa’s Aviary, at Aquatica, SeaWorld’s Waterpark.
establish La Villita as an area for arts and crafts with the help of Works Progress Association funding in the early 1940’s. La Villita is also famous for the many festivals that take place here year-round including the world famous A Night in Old San Antonio. For more information, visit us at www. lavillita.com or call us at (210) 207-8614 LOUIS TUSSAUD’S WAX WORKS Features over 200 life-like wax figures in themed settings of Hollywood,History, Children’s Land of Make Believe, Heroes of the Lone Star, Horror, Heroes of Mexico, Passion of Christ and much more!
SPLASHTOWN Splashtown is 20 acres of Family Waterpark Fun featuring 38 water slides, 1/2 million gallon Wave Pool, 1/4 mile long Siesta Del Rio and for our smaller guests the all new Splash Island featuring a 4 story ride complex with 6 slides, 500 gallon tidal wave, 50’ dancing waters, tipping buckets and 2 kiddie pools. Also the Crystal Falls activity pool featuring slides, lily pads and water basketball! Guests will also enjoy the sand beach volleyball and water volleyball! Splashtown offers a variety of tasty foods, snacks and beverages for your enjoyment. Splashtown is conveniently located just 3 minutes North of Downtown on IH 35 at the Splashtown Exit, and always offers Free Parking. For rates, hours and special events, surf on over to SplashtownSA.com.
RIPLEY’S BELIEVE IT OR NOT! Odditorium is one of the newest, largest and most i nteractive in the United States featuring over 500 unique one-of-a-kind exhibits on three floors. RIPLEY’S MOVING THEATER 4D— Cutting edge technology and incredible six channel digital surround sound. Ride the movie and experience every bump, dip and turn! State-of-theart motion simulator! Get your hand cast in wax at our wax hand booth! Take a photo of yourself in a themed setting! Shop in our cargo hold gift shop for unique, unusual gifts. Snack bar and arcade on premises. Ripley’s outdoor patio can accomodate up to 250 people. 301 Alamo Plaza (corner of Alamo Plaza and Crockett Street) • 210-224-9299 • www. sanantonio.ripleys.com
Tower of the Americas The Tower of the Americas offers the most breathtaking view of the Alamo City - from 750 feet high! Visitors can enjoy fine dining at the Chart House revolving restaurant or enjoy the scenery from the Flags Over Texas observation deck while learning about the history of Texas The Tower of the Americas’ newest addition is the Skies Over Texas 4-D theater ride that will stimulate all your senses as you see, hear, and feel all Texas has to offer. 600 Hemisfair Park • (210) 223-3101 www. TowerOfTheAmericas.com
Natural Bridge Caverns Natural Bridge Caverns is so much more than one of the most treasured natural attractions Texas has to offer. This beautiful and historical cavern system offers an experience that is high energy, educational, fun and family oriented. Whether you are a first timer, an avid caver or someone in between, Natural Bridge Caverns awaits with a once in a lifetime experience you’ll never forget. 26495 Natural Bridge Cavern Road • Natural Bridge Caverns, TX 78266 (210) 651-6101 • www.naturalbridgecaverns.com
ENTERTAINMENT Coyote Ugly Saloon The most famous bar on the planet with a spectacular view of the river from an outside patio. We offer food until 7pm and happy hour drinks from 4pm 8pm. Available for all party needs. Hours: Mon - Sun 11am - 2am (210) 465-8459 • 409 E Commerce. Howl at the Moon Live nightly entertainment with dueling baby grand pianos, today’s popular songs, parodies and audience participations. Come early to enjoy the evening festivities and imbibe your favorite libations. Always guaranteed to have a very amusing time. Reservation packages are available. Please call (210) 212 - 4770 to book yours. Hours: Sun-Thurs: 7pm-2am • Fri: 5pm-2am Sat: 6pm-2am • (210) 212-4695 111 Crockett St. West, Ste. 201 Mad Dogs British Pub Indulge in servings of cool refreshments, delicious fare and energetic entertainment all wrapped in lavish servings of fun. During the day, breathe in spectacular views from our tropical terrace, while sipping on award winning margaritas and watching the river flow by. Later, party on with non-stop entertainment from ‘the pub that thinks it’s a club’, with nightly action featuring live bands, DJ’s and a daringly different karaoke crew. (210) 222-0220 123 Losoya Street Suite 19 • www.MadDogs.net
FOOD & DRINK Barriba Cantina The Barriba Cantina located above the famous County Line Barbeque is open from 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. seven days a week, featuring Mexican street food that is available until closing time, along with an endless list of handmade seasonal cocktails. Barriba also offers live local music seven days a week, from 10 p.m. – 2 a.m., AND during the day on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. There is no cover charge for the music. The restaurant and bar for Barriba Cantina is located on the street level with balconies
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Guide to San Antonio & the River Walk and patios overlooking the River Walk. The top floor contains a large meeting space with balconies and patios overlooking the River Walk, and the covered outdoor patio with view of San Antonio’s downtown skyline and the river. 111 W Crocket Street • 210228-9876 www.barribacantina.com Bella On the River Bella is an independent and locally-owned restaurant on the River Walk featuring Southern European, mostly Mediterranean food. Food. Chef Sean Fletcher’s menu features the signature Eggplant Josephine, Fresh Mussels, Carpaccio, Antipasto, Frito Misto, Fresh Salads, Seafood Paella, Texas Red Fish, Pasta, Lamb, Duck, Steak, Tournedos Rossini, Salted Caramel Ice Cream and Virginia’s Pistachio Cake. The Bella Bar features Prosecco and Port Cocktails, Sangria, Ports and Sherry, ice cold Beer, over twenty Wines-by-the-Glass, and a gently-priced and wellpaired Wine List. Atmosphere. Bella’s small, intimate dining room is one of the most unique and special on the River Walk. It’s like walking into a small Spanish bistro or Tuscan grotto, with its natural limestone rock walls, candle-lit tables, and casual, cozy, and comfortable atmosphere. Service. Bella’s service staff is friendly, accommodating, and knowledgeable, with a “we’re really glad you’re here” attitude. Dinner: Monday – Saturday 5 - 10pm|Closed Sunday. Bella On the River, 106 River Walk|210-404-2355|www. bellaontheriver.com/”www.bellaontheriver.com Reservations Strongly Encouraged biga on the banks Chef Bruce Auden’s award winning Biga on the Banks sits above a tree lined bend of the River and within easy walking distance of all hotels and the convention center. Fine dining does not mean fussy at Biga the ambiance is definitely upscale but relaxed- San Antonio style. Serving dinner nightly with a daily changing menu to highlight the bounty of the season and the State, usually featuring beef, seafood and wild game options, Sticky toffee pudding for dessert is a must. Extensive wine list and hand crafted cocktails. Private event
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rooms with views and terraces. Reservations recommended www.biga.com. 210.225.0722 203 S St Marys at Market Boudro’s on the River Walk Paris has the romantic Left Bank. The River Walk has Boudro’s. Enjoy guacamole prepared tableside, house smoked shrimp and gulf crab enchiladas and more. Finish with a trio of summer sorbets and a fine cognac. River barge dining available by reservation. Sun.-Thurs. 11am-11pm, Fri.-Sat. 11am-midnight (210) 210 224-8484 • 421 East Commerce www.boudros.com Cafe Olé The ultimate: beef, chicken or shrimp fajitas served on a sizzling skillet with all the traditional condiments. Flavorful quesadillas, enchiladas, chicken Acapulco, fried ice cream, and awardwinning margaritas. Hours: Sun.-Thurs. 11am10:30pm • Fri-Sat: 11am-12am. • 527 River Walk (210) 223-2939 Casa Rio San Antonio-style Mexican food. Serving on the banks of the River Walk since 1946. Dinner boat parties and banquet facilities available. Hours: Daily: 11am-11pm (210) 225-6718 • 430 E. Commerce • www.casa-rio.com Charlie Wants a Burger Sports Bar Charlie Wants a Burger Sports Bar is a sports bar that’s unique to the River Walk. Dishing up homemade American food, we’re family-friendly and dogs are welcome on our outdoor patio. Handcrafted margaritas, draft beer and more. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Happy Hour 2 – 6 daily. 223 Losoya on the River Walk • 210-227-0864 www.charliewantsaburger.com Chart House at the Tower of the Americas With its carefully crafted menus, impeccable service, and a 360-degree revolving vista offering guests the most magnificent views of the Alamo City, the
Chart House restaurant at Tower of the Americas is in a class by itself. Enjoy our award-winning menu featuring top of the catch seafood, succulent steaksand decadent desserts. 600 Hemisfair Park • (210) 223-3101 County Line Barbecue Serving up the biggest, leanest, most consistently delicious barbeque in San Antonio for over 30 years. On the scenic Riverwalk in the South Bank Complex (next to The Hard Rock), The County Line is a great place to enjoy an ice cold beer or a frosty margarita at the open-air bar. Inside the funky Texas roadhouse atmosphere and friendly service will make you feel like you’ve wandered out into the Texas Hill Country. Private Party Barges are also available. At the County Line they’ll tell you its barbeque so good you’ll want to “Get it all over ya’!” Hours: Open Daily 11am (210) 229-1941 • 111 West Crockett. Dick’s Last Resort This is the joint your mama warned you about. Dick’s serves up buckets of barbecued ribs, chicken, catfish, shrimp and crab legs. Platters include steaks, crabby cakes, salmon and even salads for the wimpy eater. Lunch includes sandwiches, salads and buckets of good food. The wait staff is irreverent by design, and the decor is local garage-sale stuff. Seventy-four kinds of beer. Live music, no cover, no dress code and definitely no class. Billed as “The Rowdy of the River.” Admission: None • Hours: Daily, 11am-2am (210) 224-0026 • 406 Navarro St. Durty Nelly’s Irish Pub Sing along to your favorite songs with one of our crowd pleasing piano players. Established in 1974, Durty Nelly’s features imported and domestic pints as well as a full bar. Fish & Chips, Grilled Reuben’s & Capt. Robbie’s Fried Shrimp Basket served until 7:00pm with an appetizer menu served until 11:00pm nightly. You haven’t been to San Antonio until you visit World Famous Durty Nelly’s Irish Pub Durty Nelly’s is located on the River Walk at the Hilton Palacio del Rio Hotel.
Visit San Antonio’s Newest Treasure.
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Located on the River Walk, the Briscoe Western Art Museum’s historic 1930s art deco/neoclassical building houses nine galleries on three levels. Highlights include Pancho Villa’s saddle, a diorama of the Alamo, an authentic Chuck Wagon, and works by Frederic Remington and Taos Society of Artists.
BriscoeMuseum.org 210.299.4499 Sandy Scott, Briscoe Bison, 2014, Bronze | Photo courtesy Craig Washburn
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Hard Rock Café “Remember the Hard Rock!” While we’ve never been under siege like Davy Crockett and his men, we always strive to be memorable here in Texas. So why not lead the charge to our accommodating, three-story Hard Rock Cafe in San Antonio? Situated along the city’s famous Riverwalk area, we have three floors of patios where you can be on the lookout for the slow moving tourist boats below. Inside you’ll find gourmet meals in hefty servings, so huge you can cut ‘em with a Bowie knife, and our collection of rock ‘n’ roll memorabilia is big enough to fill a Spanish mission. So stop battling those hunger pangs and march ondown to the Hard Rock Cafe San Antonio. 111 W. Crockett St. • 210-2247625 www.hardrock.com Iron Cactus A great place to relax along the Riverwalk. With our swanky Agave Room bar enjoy tasting one of over 80 differenttequilas or feast on extraordinary Mexican food in our contemporary dining room. Watch the boats go by with the family on our beautiful Patio or join us for a Tequila Dinner Cruise. With private party rooms, we have something for everyone! The Iron Cactus is the destination for fine Mexican cuisine on the River! 200 River Walk • San Antonio, Texas 78205 (210) 224-9835 www. ironcactus.com Landry’s Seafood House Landry’s Seafood House echoes the sights, sounds and sensations of a 1940’s seafood house, with its classic, fresh seafood and spectacular scenery. The mouthwatering menu offers the very best from irresistible appetizers like oyster-bar trash (a delicious combination of blackened shrimp and crabmeat) to fresh salads and their world famous seafood specialties, such as freshly prepared Gulf Snapper, Stuffed Flounder and Shrimp Fresca. For those who desire non-seafarer, Landry’s offers tempting steaks and chicken delicacies. Open Daily. Join us at our 517 lounge. Located right on the River Walk. (210) 229-1010 517 N Presa
Lone Star Café The only authentic Texas-style steakhouse on the River Walk. Texas-sized steaks, chicken-fried steak, baked potatoes and onion rings served with your favorite Texas beer or wine. Daily specials. Private party room available. Hours: Sun.-Thurs. 11 a.m.10:30 p.m. • Fri.-Sat. 11a.m.-11:30 p.m. (210) 2239374 • 237 Losoya Mi Tierra Since 1941, a lively, family-owned Mexican restaurant in the heart of Market Square. Open 24 hours a day with live Mariachi music nightly. On-site bakery sells fresh Mexican pastries and candies. (210) 225-1262 • 218 Produce Row Michelino’s Enjoy authentic tastes of Italy’s country kitchen. Italian specialties, pasta and pizza made from the freshest poultry, beef and seafood are complemented by flavorful sauces, tantalizing desserts and superb, yet affordable wine selections. Hours: Sun-Thur: 11am-11pm Fri-Sat: 11am-12am • (210) 223-2939 • Fax: (210) 224-8209 521 River Walk Paesanos River Walk Classic Mediterranean and contemporary Italian dining on the San Antonio River Walk. Whatever your inspiration, your guests will enjoy the comfortable contemporary ambience at our unique enclave at the bend in the River Walk. Paesanos River Walk breaks the boundaries of traditional Italian cuisine to explore modern Mediterranean specialties. Enjoy the legendary Shrimp Paesano or Oven-Baked Pizzas piled high with grilled chicken and artichokes, or venture forth to Lemon Peppered Salmon or to our tempting Daily Specials. Choose from inside or terrace seating and enjoy views of the famed San Antonio River Walk. Enjoy a selection from one of the River’s most impressive wine lists, perfectly paired to complement your meal. 111 W. Crocket #100 • San Antonio, Texas 78205 (210) 227-2782 • paesanosriverwalk.com
Pico de Gallo Serving authentic Mexican fare popular with tourists and locals alike. Mariachi music on the patio, piano in the dining room. Hours: Mon-Thur: 7am-10pm • Fri-Sat: 7am- 2pm Sun: 8am-10pm • (210) 225-6060 • 111 S. Leona St. PizzaRita’s At PizzaRita’s we combine classic old world Italian flavors with our signature blend of cheese and premium meats, to create authentic mouth watering handmade pizzas. Whether you are in the mood for pizza or a gourmet sub, PizzaRita’s has something for every taste bud. We are located on Crocket St. directly above Ritas on the River. Come by and see us for some delicious fresh food on the quick! 245 E. Commerce #200 San Antonio, Texas 78205 • (210) 293-7482 • pizzaritas.com Pat O’Brien’s San Antonio Pat O’s Courtyard Restaurant offers a unique dining experience as only Pat O’Brien’s can provide. Rain or shine, we offer outdoor dining in a lush, tropical garden. Complete with trees, indigenous foliage, shade umbrellas, and its own Flaming Fountain, the Courtyard is a memorable experience for the whole family. The Menu has something for everyone, including several New Orleans favorites for those with a sense of adventure. To compliment your visit, Pat O’s Courtyard has a full bar, complete with our trademark Specialty drinks, including the Hurricane. The friendly wait staff is always available to help with your selection if you find the choices too overwhelming! Whether searching for a romantic evening under the stars, a fun night out with friends, or an afternoon meal with the kids, Pat O’s Courtyard Restaurant is ready to serve your needs! When a special occasion comes up, Pat O’s Courtyardis available for Private Parties. Hours: Mon-Sun: 11 am-2 am • (210) 220-1076 121 Alamo Plaza • www. PatOBriens.com
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Guide to San Antonio & the River Walk The Original Mexican Restaurant The Original Mexican Restaurant offers San Antonio style Tex-Mex specialties and beverages on a large patio with riverside seating, in a festive dining room or at a lively bar. OPEN 24/7 FOR YOUR CONVENIENCE! Breakfast available from 2 am to noon. Hours: 24-hour hospitality! (210) 224-9951 • 528 Riverwalk Rainforest Cafe - RiverWalk You don’t have to travel far to dine in a tropical rain forest atmosphere. Our menu includes a variety of specialty items from seafood, beef and chicken topastas, sandwiches and pizza. Younger guests can enjoy items from our exciting kids’ menu! OurSparkling VOLCANO lights up any meal! Plus, pick up special souvenirs from your visit. Rainforest Cafe, A WILD PLACE TO SHOP AND EAT! (210) 2776300 • 110 E. Crockett Street The Republic of Texas Restaurant Texas-style restaurant that tempts tourists with delectable food and scrumptious drinks. Don’t leave without trying the 46-ounce margarita. Southweststyle cuisine is served at this hot spot on the River. Just look for the Texas-colored umbrellas. Hours: Mon-Sun: 11am-2am, Sat: 9am-2am (210) 226-6256 • 429 E Commerce Rio Rio Cantina Rio Rio Cantina, where California Tex-Mex is the specialty--The best of all that “Mexican” food has to offer. Rio Rio is a colorful fiesta of freshness and that South-of- the-Border flavor, in portions so generous guests often gasp when their order arrives. Dine San Antonio style and start off with Rio’s signature margarita to lift your spirits. Try the Enchiladas Suizas, the Beef and Chicken Fajitas, or the Queso Flameado. If you want a little bit of everything, go for the Botana Grande, a sampling of several Rio Rio items. 421 E. Commerce • San Antonio, Texas 78205 (210) 226-8462 • Fax: 210-226-8443 www. rioriocantina.com
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Rita’s Rita’s on the River is a Tex-Mex and margarita bar locally owned and operated that specializes in cold drinks and hot food. Enjoy your cold beverage in the atmosphere of good music or appreciating the outdoors by the river on our patio. If you’re an early bird, come and enjoy breakfast from 9:00-11:00 AM Saturdays and Sundays. You will come for the food but stay for the ‘ritas. 245 E. Commerce Suite #100 • San Antonio, Texas 78205 (210) 227-7482 • www.ritasontheriver.com Schilo’s German and American deli favorites since 1917. House specialties include homemade root beer, split pea soup, bratwurst, Reuben sandwiches, wienerschnitzel and cheesecake. Hours: Mon-Sat: 7am-8:30pm (210) 223-6692 • 424 E. Commerce. www.schilos.com Saltgrass Steak House For campfire style Texas fare, head to Saltgrass Steak House – the original Texas Steakhouse serving Certified Angus Beef® steaks. Entrées include Pat’s Ribeye, Maudeen’s Center Cut Filet, Gulf Coast Steak and Shrimp, Chicken Fried Steak and BBQ Baby Back Ribs. If you can,leave room for Saltgrass’ homemade Two-Fork Cheesecake. All breads, dressings, soups and desserts are made from scratch daily. Open 7 days a week for lunch and dinner. Spacious banquet room at Riverwalk location, seats 120 people. Great view, air conditioned, groups welcome! www. saltgrass.com
LEARN MORE! Take a self-guided QR Code tour of the River Walk. Download the podscast to your mp3 player from Hugmantour.com or on iTunes.
Look for Hugman bronze seals to guide you along the 12 stopping points.
Three Saltgrass locations to serve you: 502 Riverwalk, corner of N. Presa at Crockett 210-222-9092 11745 IH-10 West in the Huebner Oaks Shopping Ctr,. 210-641-6447 16910 U.S. Hwy. 281 between Donella and Thousand Oaks. 210- 402-6621
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Barriba Cantina, Seriously
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Nestled in the heart of the River Walk with balconies and patios overlooking the river, Barriba Cantina features fresh “Mexican street food” and more traditional dishes, all with flair. Open from 11 a.m. to 1a.m. Sunday through Thursday and ‘til 2:00 am on Friday and Saturday, it also offers live music for free seven days a week. (Yes, that means no cover charge!) With an extensive selection of South Texas beers and handcrafted cocktails created with fresh fruit and fresh juices squeezed daily; and choice of nine shaken margaritas—all starting with Barriba Cantina’s fresh handcrafted Margarita mix— Barriba Cantina has quickly earned the reputation of THE place to go on the River Walk for locals and visitors who want to kick back, listen to free great music, drink a cold one or two. The menu features fresh foods, seasonal products and locally grown items. Baja Pescado, a signature dish, features tilapia seasoned with a mile ancho chile rub, served on corn tortillas topped with corn pico de gallo, jalapeño ranch, avocado tomatillo salsa and cotija cheese. Guests really enjoy the chance to enjoy San Antonio’s energetic River Walk from the great vantage point of Barriba’s balconies and patios, with generous happy hour specials Monday through Friday between 3 and 6 p.m. The mastermind behind Barriba Cantina is GM Gina Hartbarger, who “grew up on the Riverwalk” as the GM of one of the most
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popular restaurants on the Riverwalk for the past 19 years: County Line BBQ. The “Mexican street food” concept stemmed from her roots as a life-long San Antonian, “We’re using as many local companies with quality products as we possibly can, with really fresh vegetables and fruits. I love our food menu, but the bar menu is where I get to have even more fun with a wild menu of cocktails infused with fresh fruits, juices and fruit-infused liquors to reflect what is in season.” One of the restaurant’s most popular drinks is her creation, the Cucumber Mojito, with cucumber infused Tito’s Vodka, raw sugar, mint, lime juice and club soda.
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2nd & 3rd floors (The County Line Bar-B-Q restaurant 1st floor)
210-228-9876 www.barribacantina.com/music.html Live music schedule, menus, Happy Hour specials , spacious party room and large balconies, Private parties with Mexican and/or Texas BBQ
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24/7 Emergency Care in the Heart of Downtown :: 210.587.8785
All major insurance accepted by hospital. Physicians are independent practitioners and active members of Nix Health medical staff.
Downtown San Antonio is full of interesting history, markets, sights, shopping and dining experiences. The locations included in this section of the magazine are all just a few blocks off of the River Walk and easily accessed with a short walk.
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LOCATIONS LISTING RESTAURANTS 1 Ristorante Pico de Gallo
22 The Amazing Mirror Maze 23 San Antonio General Store
3 Mi Tierra Cafe Y Panaderia
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4 La Margarita Mexican
30 Ripley’s Haunted Adventure/
5 Denny’s
31 Guiness World Records
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18 Francesco’s Gelato
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20 Pat O’Brien’s
Louis Tussaud’s Wax Works
25 Juice Central
33 The Alamo
26 Schilo’s
35 Tobin Center
27 Texas De Brazil
40 VFW Post 76
36 Augies Alamo City BBQ Steakhouse
41 Market Square
37 Bohanan’s
42 Spanish Governor’s Palace
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HOTELS 12 Wyndham Garden River Walk
6 Paris Hatters
15 Crockett Hotel
7 Buckhorn Saloon & Museum 8 The Pearl 9 RiverCenter Mall
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28 Houston Street Bistro
16 Gunter Hotel 17 Menger Hotel 24 El Tropicano Riverwalk Hotel
10 Tower of the Americas/
43 Marriott Plaza San Antonio
11 Magik Theatre
miscellaneous 34 CitySightseeing Double Decker Tour
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13 San Antonio Museum of Art 14 Institute of Texan Culture
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Tasha Polizzi • Dian Malouf • Consuela • Free People Virgins, Saints & Angels • Juan Antonio • Cut Loose Flax • XCVI • Sterling and Turquoise by Gundi In Historic La Villita just steps from the Riverwalk 418 Villita St. • www.angelitasa.com (210) 224-8362 www.thesanantonioriverwalk.com RIO Magazine 31
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“San Antonio the Saga” Light Show glows in the dark like a kaleidoscope on steroids as it ripples across the façade of San Fernando Cathedral, 115 N. Main Ave. Be prepared to be dazzled at this extravaganza in the heart of downtown at Main Plaza. The explosion of visual art created by French painter and video artist Xavier de Richemont is electronically mapped to follow the cathedral’s contours as it dances over the limestone building accompanied by synchronized music in surround sound. This 7,000-sq.ft.light show projection condenses hundreds of years of history into 24 minutes every Tuesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday at 9:00, 9:30, and 10:00 p.m. Arrive early to score a chair from the limited seating on the Plaza, or bring a folding chair unless you don’t mind standing up. The Saga is Richemont’s first outdoor video art installation in the U.S. Other works can be seen in Europe, Africa, Mexico and Canada. Warning: If you have an urgent need to be somewhere else in the next half hour, this is not the place to stop. You won’t want to tear yourself away until the final haunting notes and the last vibrant image fade away. In fact, some folks stick around after the first show to watch again … and again. Trying to catch all the gorgeous, fast-flowing images is like trying to watch all the performers at once at a three-ring circus. There’s no better way to get to know a city than to take a walking tour, absorbing its sights, sounds, aromas and temperament at a leisurely pace. Although San Antonio covers some 467 square miles, its earliest religious, military, and civil settlements are concentrated in the downtown area – and you can tour many of them on foot and for free. For example, the King William Historic District is a 5 to 10 minute walk from the central part of the River Walk. It starts at the Anton Wulff House, built in 1870, at107 King William St. just off the intersection of Cesar Chavez Blvd. and S. St.
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Mary’s St. The restored Italian villa style structure is headquarters for the San Antonio Conservation Society. Pick up a walking tour brochure from the box at the gate. The easy-tofollow map leads the trekker on an adventure in gracious living dating from the 1850’s through the 1920’s. The brochure contains photos with histories and descriptions of dozens of Greek Revival, Victorian, and Italianate style homes. Most were built by German industrial pioneers of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Development began in 1859, when German immigrant Carl Hilmar Guenther, frustrated by the lack of water to run his flour mill in Fredericksburg, Texas, found a new home for his mills on the banks of the San Antonio River. The home he built, at 205 Guenther St., is attached to the still-operating Pioneer Flour Mills and has been restored as a restaurant, gift shop and house museum. Two other King William houses are open to the public as museums: The Edward Steves Homestead, 509 King William, and Villa Finale, 401 King William St. There is a charge for admission and tours, but there is no charge for wandering the grounds of Villa Finale. It’s open Tuesday from 12:00 p.m. – 4:00p.m. and Wednesday through Saturday 9:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. A patio overlooks the River Walk – an inviting spot for a relaxing break. The map leads down to River Walk level at the Johnson St. Bridge for a shady stroll towards downtown, admiring the flora and fauna before ascending to street level and back to the starting point . From there it’s an easy 10-minute walk to another one of San Antonio’s earliest settlements: La Villita, 418 Villita St.,. From King William St., turn left onto S. St. Mary’s, right onto E. Nueva and left on Presa, then turn right into the pedestrian walkway of La Villita – The Little Village. Dating from Colonial Spain, the walled village started as a collection of huts for Spanish soldiers stationed
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at Mission San Antonio de Valero (the Alamo). The crude shelters were replaced in the early 19th century with stone and adobe structures. In 1836, La Villita was the site of General Santa Ana’s cannon line during the siege and Battle of the Alamo. Later, immigrants from Germany and France moved into the area adding to the architectural mix. History is traced in the evolution of buildings from adobe huts to Victorian houses. Today, those buildings house a collection of historical exhibits, artisan shops and eating places – a mecca for anyone interested in history, jewelry, handmade clothing and art works. There are four restaurants: two high-end with reservations needed, two casual, where shorts and flip-flops fit right in. E is for eating. E is for entertainment. And E is for easy. If you’re not into walking, catch a ride on one of the colorful, distinctively marked “E” trolleys which travel from River Center Mall, through downtown, to the Tobin Center and back again from 6:00 p.m. to midnight Tuesday through Saturday, running every ten minutes and crossing the River Walk twice each way. Designed with shopping, dining and sightseeing in mind, it’s your ticket to dozens of eating, shopping, historic, cultural and entertainment sites downtown. It’s free all evening, with 17 stops along the way. From River Center Mall, you can take the trolley west on Commerce St. towards Navarro where it angles north, crossing the River Walk once more and on to Auditorium Circle and the Tobin Center. Heading back south down St. Mary’s St., it crosses the River Walk, passes the Aztec Theater before heading east again along Market St. After once more crossing over the River Walk and passing the historic walled village of LaVillita, it continues east past the Henry B. Gonzales Convention Center, and after a couple more turns, you’re back at River Center Mall. Maps of the route are online at www.viainfo.net
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FOOD & DRINK /////////////////////// CASUAL Restaurant Gwendolyn 152 East Pecan Street #100 San Antono, TX 78205 (210) 222-1849 restaurantgwendolyn.com American Arcade Midtown Kitchen 303 Pearl Parkway San Antonio, TX 78215 (210) 369-9664 www.arcademk.com American Guenther House Restaurant 205 E. Guenther San Antonio, TX 78204 (210) 227-1061 www.guentherhouse.com Breakfast & Lunch Cured 306 Pearl Parkway San Antonio, TX 78215 (210) 314-3929 www.curedatpearl.com Charcuterie
Houston Street Bistro 204 E. Houston San Antonio, TX 78205 (210) 476-8600 houstonstreetbistro.com American
Sushi Zushi 203 S. St. Mary’s San Antonio, TX 78205 (210) 472-2900 www.sushizushi.com Sushi La Margarita 800 Dolorosa San Antonio, TX 78207 (210) 227-7140 www.lamargarita.com Mexican
Green Vegetarian Cuisine 200 East Grayson #120 San Antonio, TX 78215 (210) 320-5865 www.eatatgreen.com Vegetarian The Monterey 1127 South St. Mary’s St. San Antonio, TX 78210 (210) 745-2581 www.themontereysa.com Eclectic
El Mirador 722 South St. Mary’s St San Antonio, TX 78205 (210) 225-9444 elmiradorrestaurant.com Mexican
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Hooters 849 E. Commerce San Antonio, TX 78205 (210) 229-9464 www.hooters.com Sports Bar
Rosario’s 910 South Alamo San Antonio, TX 78205 (210) 225-1806 www.rosariossa.com Mexican
The Granary 602 Avenue A San Antonio, TX 78215 (210) 228-0124 www.thegranarysa.com Barbeque
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The Little Aussie Bakery & Café 3610 Avenue B San Antonion, TX 78209 (210) 826-7877 thelittleaussiebakery.com Bakery/Café
DENNY’S 903 E. Commerce San Antonio, TX 78205 210 223 4321 www.dennys.com American 24 hours
Pat O’Brien’s 121 Alamo Plaza San Antonio, TX 78205 (210) 220-1076 www.patobriens.com Cajun/New Orleans
Lulu’s Bakery & Café 918 N. Main San Antonio, TX 78212 (210) 222-9422 lulusbakeryandcafe.com Bakery/Café
Luciano Ristorante 849 E. Commerce San Antonio, TX 78205 (210) 223-0500 lucianorestaurants.com Italian
Fuddruckers 115 Alamo Plaza San Antonio, TX 78205 (210) 223-9944 www.fuddruckers.com Burgers
Sazo’s Latin Grill 101 Bowie St. San Antonio, TX 78205 (210) 554-6180 www.sazoslatingrill.com Latin American
La Villita Café 418 Villita St. #900 San Antonio, TX 78205 (210) 223-4700 www.lavillitacafe.com Café
Mi Tierra 218 Produce Row San Antonio TX 78207 (210) 225-1262 www, mitierracafe.com Mexican
Schilo’s 424 E. Commerce San Antonio, TX 78205 (210) 223-6692 www.schilos.com Deli
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Texas de Brazil 313 E. Houston San Antonio., TX 78205 (210) 299-1600 www.texasdebrazil.com Brazilian Steakhouse
PizzaRita’s 245 E. Commerce San Antonio, TX 78205 (210) 293-7482 www.pizzaritas.com Italian
Bliss 926 South Presa San Antonio, TX 78210 (210) 225-2547 www.foodisbliss.com American
Mexican Manhattan 110 Soledad San Antonio, TX 78205 (210) 223-3913 mexicanmanhattan.com Mexican
FINE DINING Azuca Nuevo Latino 713 South Alamo San Antonio, TX 78205 (210) 225-5550 www.azuca.net Latin American chart house Tower of the Americas 739 East Cesar E. Chavez Blvd San Antonio, TX 78205 (210) 223-3101 toweroftheamericas.com Seafood/Steakhouse Saveurs 209 209 Broadway San Antonio, TX 78205 (210) 639-3165 French/American
Boiler House 312 Pearl Parkway San Antonio, TX 78215 (210) 354-4644 www.boilerhousesa.com American La Frite Belgian Bistro 728 South Alamo San Antonio, TX 78205 (210) 224-7555 www.lafritesa.com Belgian Feast 1024 South Alamo San Antonio, TX 78210 (210) 354-1024 www.feastsa.com Small Plates Toscana Ristorante 301 E. Houston San Antonio, TX 78205 (210) 222-2865 toscanaristorantes.com Italian
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Morton’s The Steakhouse 300 E. Crockett San Antonio, TX 78205 (210) 228-0700 www.mortons.com Steakhouse
Kings X 206 Alamo Plaza San Antonio, TX 78205 210-226-7000 www.kingsx.com Antique Soldier Collectibles
Bohanan’s Prime Steaks & Seafood 219 E. Houston San Antonio, TX 78205 (210) 472-2600 www.bohanans.com Steakhouse/Seafood
Garcia Art Glass, 715 South Alamo San Antonio, Texas 78205, 210-223-1400, www.garciaartglass. com
The Palm 233 E. Houston San Antonio, TX 78205 (210) 226-7256 www.thepalm.com Steakhouse/Seafood Oro 705 E. Houston San Antonio, TX 78205 (210) 244-0146 emilymorganhotel.com
Del Sol of San Antonio 321 Alamo Plaza San Antonio, TX 78205 210-231-0900 www.delsol.com Clothing 6 Paris Hatters
119 Broadway San Antonio, TX 78205 210-223-3453 www.parishatters.com Cowboy Hats Marti’s 310 West Commerce San Antonio, TX 78205 (210) 223-9100 www.martis.com Fine Mexican Gifts Casa Salazar 216 E. Houston San Antonio, 78205 210-472-2272 themajestic.com/casa Fine Mexican Imports
Flag World 849 E. Commerce San Antonio, TX, 78205 210-229-1935 Flags
De Jeunes Jewelry 123 Losoya San Antonio, TX 78205 210-222-2427 Jewelry
Five & Dime General Store 101 Alamo Plaza San Antonio, TX 78205 210-233-0166 fiveanddimegs.com General Merchandise
Classic Old Time Photos 123 Alamo Plaza San Antonio, TX 78205 210-475-9899 Photos
Texas Accent General Store 803 S. Zarzamora San Antonio, TX 78207 210-435-2446 General Merchandise Walgreens 300 E. Houston San Antonio, TX 78205 210-424-3462 www.walgreens.com General Merchandise and Pharmacy
Alamo Plaza Shirts 325 Alamo Plaza San Antonio, TX 78205 210-223-2347 Shirts 77T’s Souvenirs & T-Shirts 207 Alamo Plaza San Antonio, TX 78205 210-549-1279 www.77tshirts.com T-Shirts
El Mercado 514 W. Commerce Gallery Vetro San Antonio, TX 78207 Creative Artglass 210-207-8600 250 E. Houston www.sanantonio.gov/ San Antonio, TX 78205 marketsquare 210-354-0001 Traditional Mexican Glass Art, Jewelry, Gifts Market Penners Downtown 311 W. Commerce San Antonio, TX 78205 210-226-2487 www.pennersinc.com Iconic Men’s Clothing Store
TPJ Gift Shop 849 E. Commerce #673 San Antonio, TX 78205 210-212-9066
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Echale! Latino Music Estyles - One day only, Sunday, September 6th, 6-10PM, enjoy a free concert of Latino music at the Pearl Amphitheater overlooking the beautiful River Walk. Expect an eclectic mix of Latin sounds suitable for all ages. www.pearlechale.com
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Dos Carolinas 303 Pearl parkway San Antonio, TX 78215 (210) 224-7000 www.doscarolinas.com Custom Handmade Guayaberas Garcia Art Glass 715 South Alamo San Antonio, TX 78205 (210) 223-1400 www.garciaartglass Hand Blown Glass
waterfall, koi and aquatic plants were built from the remains of an old rock quarry dating back to 1899. Open daily dawn to dusk. Admission to the garden is free but you may want to purchase a drink or bite to eat at the on-site café. www.japaneseteagarden.org
Morgan’s Wonderland - Located just 15 minutes from
downtown, Morgan’s Wonderland is a theme park for everyone including people with special needs! All rides are 100% wheelchair accessible and the park features Braille signage and a serviceanimal rest area. People with special needs and children 2 and under are free! All rides included with admission. Picnics are welcome. For more details go to www.morganswonderland.com.
San Antonio Public Library - The Library’s Central Branch,
located downtown, offers children’s story time, adult book talk, adult lectures and art exhibits--all for free. The Chihuly sculpture on permanent display is made of 917 brightly colored pieces of glass. For a listing of visiting exhibits and activities view the calendar of events on www.Mysapl.org. Located 600 Soledad.
Cibolo Nature Center - Just north of San Antonio in Boerne
are 100 acres of pristine trails and forests containing four ecosystems to explore; marsh, savannah, forest and prairie. Admission is free– donations encouraged. Low-cost classes offered for kids, birders and nature lovers. www.cibolo.org
River Walk Walking Path - Beginning at the Drury Plaza, round
bronze markers are embedded in the River Walk sidewalk every 1/10 of a mile and continue for 5 miles north and 10 miles south of ground zero. The starting point was selected due to its’ proximity to San Fernando Cathedral which, when built in 1738, was the exact center of San Antonio. https://www.sara-tx.org/river-recreation/san-antonio-riverwalk-trail-map-brochure/.
Bussey’s Flea Market - Every Saturday and Sunday 7AM-5PM in
the little town of Schertz, less than 30 minutes Northeast of Downtown San Antonio, lays an adventure land for collectors and antiques hunters. Admission is a mere $1 per car. Snack bar and bathrooms available. www.Busseysfm.com
Pearl Farmers Market - Rain or shine, Saturdays 9AM-1PM and Sundays 10AM-2PM vendors in a 150 mile radius travel to provide fresh, local and seasonal produce they themselves planted, raised and harvested. Over 40 vendors sell honey, gourmet candies, salsas, fresh produce and dairy. www.atpearl.com/farmers-market. The Pearl is located on the River Walk just north of downtown. Happy (Jewish) New Year! - Temple Beth El, founded in 1874, welcomes travelers to services during Rosh Hashana, September 13 – 15 and Yom Kippur, September 22-23, the two holiest times of the Jewish year. The large congregation observes Reform Judaism. The Temple, located only 5 minutes from downtown, is absolutely beautiful with its iconic gold dome. Call 210-733-9135 for free ticket information.
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San Angel Folk Art 110 Blue Star San Antonio, TX 78204 (210) 226-6688 www.sanangelfolkart.com Mexican Cultural Arts
The Twig Book Shop 306 Pearl Parkway #106 San Antonio, TX 78215 (210) 826-6411 thetwig.indiebound.com Locally Owned Book Store
Tienda La Garza 110 Broadway, Suite 100 San Antonio, TX 78205 (210) 222-2133 Mexican Folk Art, Books and Apparel
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music Japanese Tea Garden - A lush garden complete with bridges,
Melissa Guerra 303 Pearl Parkway #104 San Antonio, TX 78215 (210) 293-3983 www.melissaguerra.com Latin Kitchen Market
Motley Crue: The Final Tour 9/6, Sun @ 7pm Alamodome San Antonio Symphony E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial in Concert 9/11-12, Fri @ 8pm Sat @ 7:30pm Majestic Theatre Jam To The Hilt 9/12, Sat @ 7pm Little Carver Theatre Peter Cetera 9/17, Thu @ 8pm Majestic Theatre San Antonio Symphony Baroque Series: Stories Told by Telemann Akiko Fujimoto, conductor 9/27, Sun @ 7pm San Fernando Cathedral
live theater Cabaret 9/4-20, Fri-Sat @ 8pm Sun @ 4:30pm Cameo Theatre North Park Lexus Majestic Broadway Series The Little Mermaid (touring) 9/22-27, Tue-Thu @ 7:30 Fri @ 8pm Sat @ 2pm & 8pm Sun @ 2pm & 7:30pm Majestic Theatre
dance Arts San Antonio Don Quixote by Sahrdaya Foundation 9/13, Sun @ 7:30pm Charline McCombs Empire Theatre
COMEDY Ben Bailey 9/19, Sat @ 8pm Charline McCombs Empire Theatre
LINDA PACE FOUNDATION
children The Musical Adventures of Flat Stanley 9/2-5, Wed @ 10:30am; Fri @ 10:30am & 7pm; Sat @ 2pm; 9/8-26, Tue-Thu @ 9:45am & 11:30am Fri @ 9:45, 11:30am & 7pm Sat @ 2pm Magic Theatre
exhibitions ARTPACE Summer 2015 Artists in Residence: Fatma Bucak, Wafaa Bilal, Gabriel Martinez Ian Alden Russell, Curator Now thru 9/13 Hudson Showroom Luz Maria Sanchez 9/10-1/3/16
It Takes A Village: New Works by Alejandro Diaz Now thru 9/12 SPACE:The Linda Pace Foundation Gallery Adam (Public Artwork) By Arturo Herrera 25’ h x 98’ w, Frost Bank Garage Commerce at Main Now thru 12/2016 SOUTHWEST SCHOOL OF ART Jayne Lawrence: Contact 9/10-11/8 Stephanie Liner: Momentos of a Doomed Construct 9/10-11/8 Harvey Wang: From Darkroom To Daylight 9/10-11/8
Window Works Cruz Ortiz 9/10-1/3/16
Anthony Francis: Real Lyric 9/10-11/8
BLUE STAR CONTEMPORARY TEXAS A&M EDUCATIONAL ART MUSEUM AND CULTURAL ART CENTER Open Sessions at Blue Star Featuring Joey Fauerso, Tatiana Istomina, Patte Loper, Matt Neff, Mona Sharma, Adam Shecter, Naho Tarushi & Arturs Virtmanis 9/3-11/8 Territory Featuring Jeffrey Brosk 9/3-11/8
miscellaneous College Football UTSA vs. Kansas State 9/12, Sat @ 11am Alamodome Magicians Agency 61st Chapter 9/12-26, Sat-Sun @ 7pm Magik Theatre
INSTITUTE OF TEXAN CULTURES Los Tejanos Now on view
JazzSAlive 9/19-20, Sat / 11:30am-11pm Sun / 12pm-10pm Travis Park
Texas Czechs Now thru 9/18 Faces of Survival Now thru 11/15 Sikhs: Legacy of the Punjab Now thru 1/3/16 Our Part of Victory 9/2-12/7
Mel Casas: The Southwestern Cliches, 1982-1989 Now thru 9/27
College Football UTSA vs. Colorado State 9/26, Sat @ 6pm Alamodome
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Bat-Action! Holy guacamole, Batman! Texas is home to more bat-action than any other state-as well as some great guacamole. And every night from May through October millions of these little caped crusaders emerge from their caves at dusk valiantly protecting the law-abiding citizens of the Alamo City from mosquitoes during their nightly insect hunt. This awe-inspiring emergence is quite a sight to see. Right off the bat Bats play two important roles in the environment. The Mexican free-tailed bats in this area are insect-eaters and play a significant part in reducing the agricultural pest population in South and East Texas. These bats save local farmers a lot of money by significantly reducing the need for pesticides. Kapow! The other important role these dark knights play in the environment is pollination. In desert environments, some flowers bloom at night and bats are the main pollinator as they collect nectar from the flowers. And some of the flowers bats pollinate include the flowers on the agave plant, from which we get tequila. So if you like fresh, pesticide-free produce and, more importantly, a good Margarita, bats are indeed our friends. Bam!
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Same bat time, same bat location The favorite (free) bat viewing location for San Antonio locals is under the Camden Street overpass at IH-35 downtown along the Museum Reach stretch of the River Walk. Locals gather every night at dusk armed with lawn chairs and refreshments for the most bat-tastic sight west of Gotham City.
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Great guano grotto, Batman! The spot is so well-loved it’s also the home to a great grotto with whimsical waterfalls, stalagmites and stalactites designed by artist Carlos Cortés and “F.I.S.H Out of Water,” a funky, fun display of public art featuring 25 giant sunfish that illuminate after dark and appear to swim across the San Antonio River. The Bourbon Street Seafood Kitchen located at the Wyndham Garden Hotel is a short, two-block walk from the bridge and a great place to enjoy a meal or cocktail prior to watching the bats and even spend the night in one of their posh suites. Quick! To the bat cave! Fire up the Batmobile and venture just outside of town to the Bracken Bat Cave—home to the largest colony of Mexican free-tailed bats in the world (about 20 million). It literally has the highest concentration of mammals in one place in the entire world. There are monthly public viewing nights and tours are available to members (memberships start at $30 and admit up to four people). The Bracken Bat Cave is located in Comal County off IH-35 and is about a 45 minute drive from downtown. Visit www.batcon.org for more information.
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San Antonio is a city filled with attractions rich in history, culture, and fun. And everyone knows the Alamo City is provides good times for all ages. But did you know it’s home to numerous museums offering budget-friendly admission to their big treasures for small fees—and sometimes even for free. The Buckhorn Saloon & Museum and Texas Ranger Museum In the heart of downtown San Antonio, The Buckhorn Saloon & Museum and Texas Ranger Museum has attracted both locals and visitors for more than a century. Still a top attraction, The Buckhorn offers free entrance to the Saloon. Here, visitors can examine the collection of wild animals that features more than 520 species. To help keep track of the types of animals displayed, bartenders have booklets that list every animal by location. For an admission, The Buckhorn has several exhibits highlighting the early days of the American sideshow as shaped by the likes of Buffalo Bill and P.T. Barnum. The newest addition to this landmark, the Texas Ranger Museum, displays historically significant artifacts from the Former Texas Rangers Association and also boasts a recreation of San Antonio at the beginning of the 20th century called Ranger Town. Admission for adults, $17.99; children, $12.99. Free to go in the Saloon to view animals. 318 E. Houston Street, San Antonio
The San Antonio Museum of Art The San Antonio Museum of Art is housed in a historic brewery nestled on the banks of the Museum Reach section of downtown’s River Walk. SAMA features the biggest and most complete collection of ancient Greek, Roman, Egyptian, and Asian art in the southern United States. Another star attraction here is the assemblage of Latin American art, and holdings of contemporary art continue to grow and include Texas
and regional creations. This museum also hosts hundreds of educational programs every year, including special exhibits, lectures, films, concerts, family art activities, and children’s workshops. Two special exhibits in September enrich the already varied mix. “Miguel Covarrubias: Culture and Caricature” features more than 140 works from the Mexican-born artist, and “28 Chinese” highlights works by 28 contemporary Chinese artists. General admission is free from 4-9PM on Tuesdays and 10AM.-Noon on Sundays. As part of a national program, through Labor Day the museum is offering free admission to active-duty military personnel, including members of the National Guard and Reserve, and their families. Admission for adults, $10; seniors (65 and older), $7; students and active military (ID required), $5; children (12 and under), free. Free general admission 4-9PM. Tuesdays and 10AM-Noon Sundays. 7 minutes from River Walk at 200 West Jones Avenue, San Antonio.
Spanish Governor’s Palace Completed in 1749, the Spanish Governor’s Palace is the last example of an aristocratic 18th-century town house in Texas. A National Historic Landmark, this gem is small but rich. The stucco-covered stone building is filled with ornate period pieces and surrounds a traditional Spanishstyle courtyard. A small admission fee allows visitors to experience the building’s preserved history and the landscaped grounds. Admission for adults, $5; seniors and military, $3; children 7-13, $3; children under 7, free. Located downtown at 105 Military Plaza, San Antonio.
Steves Homestead Get a taste of how south Texas Victorians lived at the Steves Homestead. This gracious, three-story home was built in 1876 for German businessman
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Edward Steves. The property has landscaped grounds that include a carriage house, a wash house, and a visitors’ center in converted servants’ quarters. Visitors may choose from self-guided tours, a joint-ticket tour with Villa Finale, a nearby historic home that once sheltered San Antonio preservationist Walter Nold Mathis, and guided tours offering titillating tidbits of history. The latest guided tour, “From Root Cellar to Rafters: A Behind the Scenes Look at the Hidden Homestead,” gives visitors a glimpse of areas that are normally hidden to the public, including the site’s famous natatorium. It begins at 1PM on Wednesdays and lasts about three hours. Self-guided tours for adults, $7.50; seniors (65 and older), active military, and students, $5; children under 12, free. Guided tour: $20. Call 210-2255924 to confirm tour availability. Located downtown at 509 King William, San Antonio.
Briscoe Western Art Museum Named for former Texas governor Dolph Briscoe, Jr. and his wife, Janey, the Briscoe Western Art Museum sits on the River Walk and features art and artifacts of the American West. Admission is free from 4-9PM. Tuesdays. The museum’s first original exhibition, which opens Sept. 12, chronicles the life and times of working cowboys as photographed by Bank Langmore and later, by his son, John. Titled “The Cowboy Returns,” this exhibit runs through Nov. 29 and is free with museum admission. Museum admission for adults, $10; seniors (65 and older), retired military, and students, $8; children 12 and under and active military and their families (up to four members): free. Free general admission 4-9PM Tuesdays. 210 W. Market Street, San Antonio.
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regional art and history and Texas natural history and science. Through exhibits like the H-E-B Body Adventure and the South Texas Heritage Center, as well as interactive exhibits that focus on basic concepts of physics and science, the Witte aims to both entertain and educate. Admission is free 3-8PM Tuesdays. The exhibit, “Discover the Ice Age,” runs through Sept. 7, 2015 and offers a look at the last ice age with fossils, casts, and scientifically accurate lifesized animatronic models of animals that would have roamed Earth during this time. Admission costs $5 plus general admission. Admission for adults, $10; seniors (65 and older), $9; military (ID required), $9; children (4-11), $7; children (3 and under), free. Free general admission 3-8PM Tuesdays. 3801 Broadway, San Antonio.
McNay Art Museum Ohio-born heiress Marion Koogler McNay, upon her death in 1950, donated 700 works of art, her house, the 23 acres surrounding it, and a sizeable endowment to launch the first modern art museum in Texas. The McNay’s collection includes works from European and American master painters, art from the southwest United States, Medieval and Renaissance art, prints and drawings, and intricate art glass. A special exhibit, “Stephen Westfall: The Holy Forest,” was painted entirely by staff of the McNay based on guidelines that Westfall created. Only about five miles from downtown, the McNay’s lush grounds are popular for wedding and bridal portraits. Admission for adults, $10; seniors (65 and older), students with ID (13 and older), and active military, $5; children (12 and under), free. Free general admission 4-9 p.m. Thursdays and Noon-5PM first Sundays of every month. 6000 North New Braunfels Avenue, San Antonio. www.thesanantonioriverwalk.com
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FOOD & DRINK /////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////// casual Boardwalk Bistro 4011 Broadway San Antonio, TX 78209 (210) 824-0100 www.boardwalkbistro.net American Josephine Street Café 400 East Josephine San Antonio, TX 78205 (210) 224-6169 www.josephinestcafe.com American Two Brothers 12656 West Avenue San Antonio, TX 78216 (210) 496-0222 twobrosbbqmarket.com Barbeque Formosa Garden 1011 NE Loop 410 San Antonio, TX 78209 (210) 828-9988 www.formosagarden.com Chinese Golden Wok 8822 Wurzbach San Antonio, TX 78240 (210) 615-8282 www.golden-wok.com Chinese Hoffbrau 7310 Jones Maltsberger San Antonio, TX 78209 (210) 209-8066 quarryhofbrau.com German-American
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Mimi & Dimi’s Greek House 7159 US Highway 90 San Antonio, TX 78227 (210) 674-3464 www.agreekhouse.com Greek
Piatti’s 255 East Basse Road #500 San Antonio, TX 78209 (210) 832-0300 www.piatti.com Italian
Taco Haven 1032 South Presa San Antonio, TX 78210 (210) 533-2171 www.tacohaven.info Mexican
Big Bob’s Burgers 447 West Hildebrand San Antonio, TX 78209 (210) 734-2627 www.bigbobsburgers.com Hamburgers
Tre trattoria 4003 Broadway San Antonio, TX 78209 (210) 805-0333 www.tretrattoria.com com Italian
The Fruteria 1401 South Flores San Antonio, TX 78204 (210) 251-3104 www.thefruteria.com Mexican
Sam’s Burger Joint 330 East Grayson San Antonio, TX 78215 (210) 223-2830 www.samsburgerjoint.com Hamburgers
Fujiya 9030 Wurzbach Road San Antonio, TX 78240 (210) 615-7553 fujiyajapanesegarden.com Japanese
India Palace 8474 Fredericksburg Road San Antonio, TX 78229 (210) 692-5262 indiapalacesanantonio.com Indian
La Fogata 2427 Vance Jackson Road San Antonio, TX 78229 (210) 340-1337 www.lafogata.com Mexican
Pappadeaux Seafood Kitchen 76 NE Loop 410 San Antonio, TX 78216 (210) 340-7143 www.pappadeaux.com Seafood
Aldino at the Vineyard 1203 North Loop 1604 West San Antonio, TX 78216 (210) 340-0000 www.aldinos.com Italian
La Fonda on Main 2415 North Main Avenue San Antonio, TX 78212 (210) 733-0621 www.lafondaonmain.com Mexican
Aldo’s Ristorante Italiano 8539 Fredericksburg Road San Antonio, TX 78229 (210) 696-2536 www.aldos.us Italian
Paloma Blanca 5800 Broadway San Antonio, TX 78209 (210) 822-6151 www.palomablanca.net Mexican
Two Step 9840 Loop 1604 San Antonio, TX 78254 (210) 688-2686 twosteprestaurant.com Southwestern Barn Door 8400 North New Braunfels San Antono, TX 78209 (210) 824-0166 thebarndoorestaurant.com Steakhouse Koi Kawa 4051 Broadway San Antonio, TX 78209 (210) 805-8111 Sushi
family DeWese’s Tip Top CAFE 2814 Fredericksburg Road San Antonio, TX 78201 (210) 732-0191 www.tiptopcafe.com American Magnolia Pancake Haus 606 Embassy Oaks #100 San Antonio, TX 78216 (210) 496-0828 magnoliapancakehaus.com American Earl Abel’s 1201 Alamo Highway #175 San Antonio, TX 78209 (210) 822-3358 www.earlabelssa.com Diner Food Chris Marid’s 1900 Blanco Road San Antonio, TX 78201 (210) 735-3552 www.chrismadrids.com Hamburgers Longhorn Café 17625 Blanco Road San Antonio, TX 78232 (210) 492-0301 www.thelonghorncafe.com Hamburgers Beto’s 8142 Broadway San Antonio, TX 78209 (210) 930-9393 www.betosinfo.com Barbeque
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fine dining Cappy’s 5011 Broadway San Antonio, TX 78209 (210) 828-9669 cappysrestaurant.com American CHEZ Vatel Bistro 218 East Olmos Drive San Antonio, TX 78212 (210) 828-3141 www.chezvatelbistro.com European Fleming’s 255 East Basse Road San Antonio, TX 78209 (210) 824-9463 flemmingssteakhouse.com Steakhouse
Silo 1133 Austin Highway San Antonio, TX 78209 (210) 824-8686 siloelevatedcuisine.com American Kirby’s Steakhouse 123 Loop 1604 NE San Antonio, TX 78232 (210) 404-2221 www.kirbyssteakhouse. com Steakhouse Myron’s Prime Steakhouse 10003 NW Military Hwy, Suite 2101 San Antono, TX 78231 (210) 493-3031 www.myronsprime.com Steakhouse Perry’s 15900 La Cantera Pkwy #2200 San Antonio, TX 78256 (210) 558-6161 www.perryssteakhouse. com Steakhouse
Silo 434 North Loop 1604 West San Antonio, TX 78232 (210) 483-8989 siloelevatedcuisine.com American
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SHOPPING //////////////////////////////////////////// Alley on Bitters 42555 West Bitters Road San Antonio, TX 78232 (210) 585-3550 www.alleyonbitters.com Unique collection of shops and artists Lucchese Boot Company 255 East Basse Rd #800 San Antonio, TX 78209 (210) 828-9419 www.lucchese.com Custom Boots and Western wear JR Mooney Galleries of Fine Art 305 South Main #400 Boerne, TX 78006 (830) 816-5106 jrmooneygalleries.com Fine Art Gallery Greenhouse Gallery of Fine Art 6496 N. New Braunfels San Antonio, TX 78209 (210) 828-6491 greenhousegallery.com Fine Art Gallery Caliente Harley Davidson 7230 NW Loop 410 San Antonio, TX 78245 (210) 681-2254 www.calienteharley.com Harley Davidson Rentals
Kendra Scott 310 East Basse Rd. #101 San Antonio, TX 78209 (210) 591-7980 www.kendrascott.com Jewelry
The Collection 7959 Broadway San Antonio, TX 78209 (210) 826-3130 thecollectionsanantonio.com Shopping Center
Kathleen Sommers 2417 North Main San Antonio, TX 78212 (210) 732-8437 kathleensommers.com Local Fashions & Jewelry
Shops of La Cantera 15900 La Cantera Pkwy San Antonio, TX 78256 (210) 582-6255 theshopsatlacantera.com Shopping Mall
Fiesta on Main 2025 North Main Avenue San Antonio, TX 78212 (210) 738-1188 www.alamofiesta.com Mexican cultural gifts, pinatas
North Star Mall 7400 San Pedro San Antonio, TX 78217 (210) 340-6627 www.northstarmall.com Shopping MalL
The Vineyard 1207 North Loop 1604 W San Antonio, TX 78258 (210) 408-7200 thevineyardshoppingcenter. com Shopping Center Alamo Quarry Market 255 East Basse Road San Antonio, TX 78209 (210) 824-8885 www.quarrymarket.com Shopping Center
Sloan Hall 5922 Broadway San Antonio, TX 78209 (210) 828-7738 www.sloanhall.com Unique Gifts, Accessories & Jewelry Los Patios 2015 NE Loop 410 San Antonio, TX 78217 (210) 655-6171 www.lospatios.com Unique local shops
Huebner Oaks 11745 IH 10 West San Antonio, TX 78230 (210) 867-1846 shophuebneroaks.com Shopping Center
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ATTRACTIONS /////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////// sports San Antonio Spurs Basketball 1 AT&T Center Pkwy San Antonio, TX 78219 (210) 444-5000 ww.nba.com/spurs San Antonio Rampage Hockey 1 AT&T Center Pkwy San Antonio, TX 78219 (210) 444-5000 www.sarampage.com San Antonio Silver Stars Basketball 1 AT&T Center Pkwy San Antonio, TX 78219 (210) 444-5000 www.sastars.com
San Antonio Talons Arena Football 100 Montana St. San Antonio, TX 78203 (210) 207-3663 sanantoniotalons.com
theme parks MOrgan’s Wonderland 5223 David Edwards Dr. San Antonio, TX 78233 (210) 495-5888. morganswonderland.com 4 SeaWorld of San Antonio 10500 Seaworld Drive San Antonio, TX 78251 (800) 700-7786 www.seaworld.com
Mission San Jose Six Flags Fiesta Texas 6701 San Jose Drive 17000 IH 10 West San Antonio, TX 78214 San Antonio, TX 78257 9am-5pm Daily (210) 697-5050 www.sixflags.com/fiestatexas www.nps.gov/saan 9 Splashtown 3600 IH 35 North San Antonio, TX 78219 (210) 227-1400 www.splashtownsa.com
missions Mission Concepcion 807 Mission San Antion, TX 78210 9am-5pm Daily (210) 534-1540 www.nps.gov/saan
Mission Espada
Mission Espada 10040 Espada Road San Antonio, TX 78214 9am-5pm Daily www.nps.gov/saan Mission San Juan 9101 Graf Road San Antonio, TX 78214 9am-5pm Daily www.nps.gov/saan
ZOO 11 San Antonio Zoo 3903 N. St. Mary’s St San Antion, TX 78212 9am-5pm 365 days a year (210) 734-7184 www.sazoo-aq.org
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San Antonio
World Heritage Sites Free to Visit
By Lucille Sims Thomas
Here’s a snapshot look at these beautiful historic gems:
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Mission San Juan Capistrano [Mision San Jose de los Nazonis] Established: 1731, Completion: 1756 Most Recent Renovation: 2012 The chapel was built out of brush and mud. The Mission never prospered like the others because it was not allotted enough land for crops and cattle. A $2.2 M renovation in 2012 stabilized the crumbling foundation. In 1934 foundations were unearthed and in the 60’s structures were reconstructed to portray an authentic floor plan. Visitors can also walk its nature trail to see what the river and vegetation looked like in the 1700s Address: 9101 Graf Street
Even before they were named World Heritage Sites in July 2015 by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), the five San Antonio Missions, including the most famous, the Alamo, were among the best free attractions in the city. Dating back to 1716 the walled compounds consist of a church and buildings where priests and Native Americans once lived.
Mission San Jose [Mision San Jose y San Miguel de Aguayo] Established: 1720, Completion: 1782, Most Recent Renovation: 2011 Known as the queen of the missions, San Jose, is the largest in San Antonio and was built to accommodate the overcrowding from the Mission Alamo. At one point 350 Indians lived there. First built of brush, straw and mud, buildings were replaced with stone structures. It has a mill that was used to grind wheat in the 1700s and is believed to be the oldest wheat grinder in Texas. Address: 6701 San Jose Drive
The missions were established to spread the Christian doctrine to Native Americans while also giving Spain a presence in the area. Except for the Alamo, they are all have active Catholic parishes holding regular services.
Mission Concepción [Mission Nuestra Senora de la Purisma Concepcion de Acuna] Established: 1716, Dedicated: 1755, Most Recent Renovation: 2010 The church was originally built in East Texas and moved to its present location in 1731. It is the best preserved of the Texas missions. Today, it looks essentially as it did in the mid-1700’s. The Battle of Concepcion was fought there in 1835. Interior frescos adorn ceilings and walls. Address: 807 Mission Road
The missions are all three miles apart going south from the Alamo. Their churches are open to visitors during regular park hours, 9AM5PM, unless there is a funeral or wedding. It’s easy to spend two to four hours visiting each of these historic treasures. Guided tours are free. More than 180 species of birds have been spotted at the parks. For more information about the San Antonio Missions National Historic Park, visit nps.gov/ saan/learn/historyculture/ index.htm.
Mission Espada [Mission San Francisco de la Espada] Established: 1690 Completed: 1756 Mission Espada is the southernmost of the missions and much of it was destroyed by fire in 1826. It has the distinction of being the first mission established in Texas. It is home to the most well-preserved portion of the irrigation system known as the acequia that brought water to fields in the area. This main ditch continues to carry water to the mission and its former farm lands. Address: 10040 Espada Road
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The Alamo [Mission San Antonio de Valero] Established: 1718 Completed: 1744 The Alamo is the most famous of the five missions and attracts more than 2.5 million visitors each year. It is the site of the March 6, 1836, battle that ended with the death of more than 200 defenders. When the Mexican army retreated from Texas several months later, they tore down many of the Alamo walls and burned some of the buildings. Through the years the Alamo has been a garrison for soldiers, quartermaster depot and a wholesale grocery store. Address: 300 Alamo Plaza www.thesanantonioriverwalk.com
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EVENTS ////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////// music Simplemente Lara 9/6, Sun @ 3pm Jo Long Theatre at The Carver Camerata San Antonio All Quartets 9/13, Sun @ 3pm Concert Hall at University of the Incarnate Word Josh Turner 9/18, Fri @ 7pm Cowboy Dancehall Billy Currington 9/25, Fri @ 7pm Cowboys Dancehall Arts San Antonio Henry Brun and the Latin Playerz Orchestra 9/27, Sun @ 7:30pm Alamo Beer Company Olmos Ensemble September Winds 9/28, Mon @ 7:30pm First Unitarian Universalist
Live theater West Side Story 9/4-6, Fri-Sat @ 7:30pm Sun @ 3pm Woodlawn Theatre Boeing-Boeing 9/3-13, Thu @ 7:30pm Sat @ 8pm
Sun @ 2:30pm (no shows Fridays ) Sheldon Vexler Theatre How to Play the Game 9/4-5, Fri-Sat @ 8pm 9/6, Sun @ 2:30pm 9/10-12, Thu-Sat @ 8pm 9/18-19, Fri-Sat @ 8pm 9/20, Sun @ 7pm 9/24-26, Thu-Sat @ 8pm Overtime Theater Master Class 9/11-10/4, Fri-Sat @ 8pm Sun @ 3pm The Classic Theatre of San Antonio Of Mice and Men 9/18-10/11, Fri-Sat @ 8pm Sun @ 3pm Cellar Theatre at The Playhouse San Antonio B:mo Holy Productions Presents “In-God-We-Tru$t” 9/26-27, Sat @ 7:30pm Sun @ 4:30pm Jo Long Theatre at The Carver
dance Guadalupe Dance Company 9/4-6, Fri-Sat @ 8pm Sun @ 3pm Guadalupe Theatre
comedy Mark Viera 9/2-6, Wed-Thu @ Sun @ 8pm Fri-Sat @ 8pm & 10:15pm Laugh Out Loud Comedy Club Godfrey 9/11-13, Fri-Sat @ 8pm & 10:15pm Sun @ 8pm Laugh Out Loud Comedy Club Justin Leon 9/16, Wed @ 8pm Laugh Out Loud Comedy Club Bret Ernst 9/17-20, Thu & Sun @ 8pm Fri-Sat @ 8pm & 10:15pm Laugh Out Loud Comedy Club Matt Golightly 9/23, Wed @ 8pm Laugh Out Loud Comedy Club Rick Gutierrez 9/24-27, Thu & Sun @ 8pm Fri-Sat @ 8pm & 10:15pm Laugh Out Loud Comedy Club Bill Burr 9/25, Fri @ 7pm Laurie Auditorium Trinity University Slade Ham 9/30, Wed @ 8pm Laugh Out Loud Comedy Club
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exhibitions BIHL HAUS ARTS Golden Journeys: New Works By Golden Artists and Writers of the Bihl Haus Go! Arts Program Now thru 9/26 McNAY ART MUSEUM Merida’s Mexico Now thru 9/6 Robyn O’Neil: We, The Masses Now thru 9/6 Lesley Dill: Performance as Art Now thru 9/6 Recycled, Repurposed, Reborn Now thru 9/6 Richard Duardo: Maestro of Pop Now thru 9/6 Stephan Westfall: The Holy Forest Now thru 7/31/16 Art History Goes to the Theatre: Research Secrets of Great Designers 9/23-1/31/16 Miro: The Experience of Seeing 9/30-1/10/16
Cursive Wanderings Now thru 10/2 Getting The Big Picture: Mel Casas and the Politics of the 1960s and 1970s Now thru 10/24 SAN ANTONIO BOTANICAL GARDEN Rainforest Adventure Now thru 9/20 One Way Trail-Art in the Garden 2015 (In conjunction with Blue Star Contemporary Art Center) Now thru 1/31/16 Wings of the City 9/9-2/4/16 WITTE MUSEUM Discover the Ice Age Now thru 9/7 The Wests of West Texas: Ranching Entrepreneurs Opens 9/18
miscellaneous FOTO Septiembre 9/1-30 Galleries, Museums and Art Centers Citywide
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For those travelers that enjoy off the beaten path experiences the areas surrounding San Antonio are known for their history, small towns, antiques, wineries, scenic views and unique travel experiences. These areas surrounding San Antonio are easily accessed by car or bus.
SURROUNDING AREAS MARBLE FALLS
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FOOD & DRINK /////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////// casual Dodging Duck Brewhaus 402 River Road Boerne, TX 78006 (830) 248-3825 www.dodgingduck.com American Grist Mill River Restaurant & Bar 1287 Gruene Road Gruene, TX 78130 625-0684 gristmillrestaurant.com American High’s Café & Store 726 High Street Comfort, TX 78013 (830) 995-4995 highscafeandstore.com American Huisache Grill & Wine Bar 303 W. San Antonio St. New Bruanfels, TX 78130 (830) 620-9001 www.huisache.com American Lincoln Street 111 South Lincoln Street Fredericksburg, TX 78624 (830) 997-8463 www.lincolnst.com American Mike’s in the Village 2355 Bulverde Road Bulverde, TX 78163 (830) 438-2747 mikesinthevillage.com American
Pecan Street Brewing 106 East Pecan Avenue Johnson City, TX 78636 (830) 868-2500 pecanstreetbrewing.com American
Valeria Farm-to-Table Restaurant 109 Waterview Pkwy. Ste 105 Boerne, TX 78006 (830)-331-1393 www.valeriarestaurant.com American
Scenic Loop Café & Bar 25615 Boerne Stage Rd. San Antonio, TX 78255 (210) 687-1818 scenicloopcafe.com American
Hoffbrau 18403 IH 10 San Antonio, TX 78257 (210) 877-1500 hofbraurim.com German American
The Creek 119 Staffel Street Boerne, TX 78006 (830) 816-2005 texaslandandcattle.com Steakhouse
Piatti’s 17101 La Cantera Pkwy Bldg 7 San Antonio, TX 78256 (210) 251-3542 www.piatti.com Italian
Cypress Grille 170 South Main Street Boerne, TX 78006 (830) 248-1353 cypressgrilleboerne.com American
El Chaparral 15103 Bandera Road Helotes, TX 78023 (210) 695-8302 elchaparral.com Mexican
Bluebonnet Café 211 US Highway 281 Marble Falls, TX 78654 (830) 693-2344 bluebonnetcafe.net Diner Food
Cowboy Steakhouse 416 Main Street Kerrville, TX 78028 (830) 896-5688 cowboysteakhouse.com Steakhouse
Little Gretel 518 River Road Boerne, TX 78006 (830) 331-1368 littlegretel.com German
Hermann Sons Steakhouse 577 US Highway 90 Hondo, TX 78861 (830) 426-2220 hermannsonssteakhouse.com
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Camp Verde General Store 285 East Verde Creek Rd Camp Verde, TX 78010 (830) 634-7722
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Po-Po Family Restaurant 829 FM 289 Boerne, TX 78006 (830) 537-4194 poporestaurant.com American Cranky Franks BBQ Company 1679 South US Hwy 87 Fredericksburg, TX 78624 (830) 997-2353 crankyfranksbbq.com Barbeque Rudy’s Barbeque 24152 IH 10 West Leon Springs, TX 78257 (210) 698-2141 www.rudysbbq.com Barbeque
On A Whole New Level. Imagine a place that towers overhead, even though it’s deep underground. A place filled with delicate formations of solid stone formed by single splashes of water. A place that’s eons old, but feels brand new every time you see it. From giant chambers that echo with mystery to passages with discovery around every bend, come see what makes Natural Bridge Caverns… Naturally AMAZING. See Coupon in the Back!
NaturalBridgeCaverns.com • 210-651-6101
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Sammy’s 202 Highway 90 East Castroville, TX 78009 (830) 931-2204 sammysrestaurant.com Diner Food Alamo Springs 107 Alamo Road Fredericksburg, TX 78624 (830) 990-8004 alamospringscafe.com Hamburgers
Fine Dining The Grill at Leon Springs 24116 IH 10 West Leon Springs, TX 78257 (210) 698-8797 leonspringsgrill.com American Hilltop 10661 Highway 87 Fredericksburg, TX 78624 (830) 997-8922 www.hilltopcafe.com American Sustenio 17103 La Cantera Pkwy San Antonio, TX 78256 (210) 598-2950 www.eilanhotel.com American August E 203 East San Antonio St Fredericksburg, TX 78624 (830) 997-1585 august-es.com Asian Le Chat Noir 1403 Angelo Street Castroville, TX 78009 (830) 583-9347 lechatnoireatery.com French Welfare Cafe 223 Welfare Waring Rd. Boerne, TX 78006 (830) 537-3700 www.welfaretexas.com German Francesca’s at Sunset 16641 La Cantera Pkwy San Antonio, TX 78256 (210) 558-6500 resortlacantera.com Southwestern Navajo Grill 803 East Main Street Fredericksburg, TX 78624 (830) 990-8289 www.navajogrill.com Southwestern Grey Moss Inn 19010 Scenic Loop Rd. Grey Forest, TX 78023 (210) 695-8301 grey-moss-inn.com Steak Bob’s Steak & Chop House 5815 Rim Pass Dr. San Antonio, TX 78257 (210) 222-2627 bobs-steakandchop.com Steak Myron’s Prime Steakhouse 136 North Castell New Braunfels, TX 78130 (830) 624-1024 myronsprime.com Southwestern
Longhorn Café 23775 West IH 10 Leon Springs, TX 78257 (210) 698-7766 thelonghorncafe.com Hamburger
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ATTRACTIONS /////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////// bat caves Railroad Tunnel 10619 Old San Antonio Rd Fredericksburg, TX 78624 (866) 978-2287 Dawn - Dusk Daily
bourbon distillery Garrison Brothers 1827 Hye-Albert Road Hye, TX 78635 (830) 392-0246 www.garrisonbros.com 8am-5pm M-F
caverns 1 Cascade Caverns
226 cascade Caverns Road Boerne, TX 78015 (830) 755-8080 www.cascadecaverns.com 9am-4pm M-F, 9am-6pm Sa-Sun
Cave Without a Name 325 Kreutzberg Road Boerne, TX 78006 (830) 537-4212 cavewithoutaname.com 9am-6pm Daily 2 Natural Bridge
Caverns 26495 Natural Bridge Caverns Rd San Antonio, TX 78266 (210) 651-6101 9am-5pm daily naturalbridgecaverns.com
distillery Rebecca Creek Distillery 26606 Bulverde Road San Antonio, TX 78260 (830) 714-4581 12pm-5pm Sat rebeccacreekdistillery.com
entertainment 4 Morgan’s Wonderland
5223 David Edwards Dr. San Antonio, TX 78233 (210) 495-5888 morganswonderland.com ZDT’s amusement park 301 W Kingsbury Seguin, TX 78155 (830) 386-0151 zdtamusement.com
glider rides San Antonio Soaring Society 400 Boerne Stage Airfield Boerne, TX 78006 (830) 981-2345 By Appointment
golf courses Cedar Creek Golf Course 8250 Vista Colina San Antonio, TX 78255 (210) 695-5050 alamocitygolftrail.com Tapatio Springs Resort & Golf Couse 1 Resort Way Boerne, TX 78006
(830) 537-4197 tapatio.com/golf Canyon Springs 24400 Canyon Golf Road San Antonio, TX 78260 (210) 558-2365 lacanteragolfclub.com TPC Golf Course 23808 Resort Parkway San Antonio, TX 78261 (210) 558-2365 www.tpc.com/ tpc-san-antonio The Palmer Course 16641 La Cantera Parkway San Antonio, TX 78255 (210) 558-2365 lacanteragolfclub.com
hiking Cibolo Nature Center 140 City Park Road Boerne, TX 78006 (830) 249-4616 8am-Dusk www.cibolo.org Enchanted Rock 16710 Ranch Road 965 Fredericksburg, TX 78624 (830) 685-3636 8am-10pm Daily
Spring Branch, TX 7 8070 (830) 438-2656 8am-10pm Daily
dance halls John T. Floores Country Store 14492 Old Bandera Road Helotes, TX 78023 (210) 695-8827 liveatfloores.com Gruene Hall 1281 Gruene Road New Braunfels, TX 78130 (830) 606-1281 www.gruenehall.com
live entertainment Luckenbach 412 Luckenbach Town Loop Fredericksburg, TX 78624 (830) 997-3224 9am til close www.luckenbachtexas.com
horse racing Retama Racetrack 1 Retama Parkway Selma, TX 78154 (210) 651-7000 10:30am-11pm Daily retamapark.com
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Government Canyon 12861 Galm Road San Antonio, TX 78254 (210) 688-9055 F-M 7am-10pm
LBJ house 199 Park Road 52 Stonewall, TX 78671 (830) 868-7128 8am-5pm Daily
Guadalupe River State Park 3350 Park Road 31
San Antonio, TX 78257 (210) 253-8800 9am-9pm Daily basspro.com
National Museum of the Pacific War 340 East Main Street Fredericksburg, TX 78624 (830) 997-8600 9am-5pm Daily pacificwarmuseum.org
WILDFLOWER FARM Wildseed Farm 100 Legacy Drive Fredericksburg, TX 78624 (800) 848-0078 9:30am-5pm Daily www.wildseedfarms.com
Agricultural Heritage Museum 102 City Park Road Boerne, TX 78006 (830) 537-5509 10am-4pm Sat agmuseum.us
OLD WEST VILLAGE
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Enchanted Springs Ranch 242 State Hwy 46 West Boerne, TX 78006 (830) 249-8222 10am-5pm Sat-Sun enchantedspringsranch. com
OLIVE OIL FARMS Bella Vista Ranch 3101 Mount Sharp Road Wimberley, TX 78676 (512) 847-6514 www.texasoliveoil.com Sandy Oak Olive Orchard 25195 Mathis Road Elmendorf, TX 78112 (210) 621-0044 9am-4pm Tu-Sat sandyoaks.com
SHOPPING Bass Pro Shops 17907 IH 10 West
400 North Liberty Avenue New Braunfels, TX 78130 (830) 625-2351 www.schlitterbahn.com
WIILDLIFE RANCH Natural Bridge Wildlife Ranch 26515 Natural Bridge Caverns Rd San Antonio, TX 78266 (830) 438-7400 wildliferanchtexas.com
WINERY Becker Vineyards 464 Becker Farms Road Stonewall, TX 78671 (830) 644-2681 beckervineyards.com Bell Mountain Vineyards 463 Bell Mountain Road Fredericksburg, TX 78624 (830) 685-3297 10am-5pm Sat bellmountainwine.com
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EVENTS //////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////// Randy Rogers Band 9/6, Sun @ 7:30pm Whitewater Amphitheater New Braunfels
music The Damn Quails 9/4, Fri @ 8pm Gruene Hall Wagon Aces 9/4, Fri @ 8pm Luckenbach Dancehall JB and the Moonshine Band 9/4, Fri@ 9pm John T. Floore Country Store Tribute to George Strait & Company 9/5-6, Sat @ 2pm & 7:30pm Sun @ 2pm Fredericksburg Theater Company - Steve W. Shepherd Theater Fredericksburg Blues Bros. Tribute Show 9/5-6, Sat @ 4:30pm & 8pm Sun @ 3pm Rockbox Theater Fredericksburg Big Sean featuring Torey Lorenz and Carlton Zues 9/5, Sat @ 7pm Whitewater Amphitheater New Braunfels Max Stalling 9/5, Sat @ 8pm Luckenbach Dancehall Charlie Robison 9/5-6, Sat @ 9pm Sun @ 8pm Gruene Hall
Marty Stuart and his Fabulous Superlatives 9/11, Fri @ 7:30pm Kathleen C. Cailloux Theater Kerrville The Georges 9/11, Fri @ 9pm John T. Floore Country Story Marty Stuart and his Fabulous Superlatives 9/12, Sat @ 7:30pm Brauntex Performing Arts Theatre New Braunfels Robert Earl Keene 9/12, Sat @ 8pm John T. Floore Country Store Bobby Jordan & Ridgecreek 9/12, Sat @ 8pm Kendalia Halle Curtis Grimes 9/12, Sat @ 9pm Gruene Hall Camerata San Antonio All Quartets 9/11, Fri @ 7:30pm First United Methodist Boerne 9/26, Sat @ 3pm First Presbyterian Kerrville
Mid-Texas Symphony Revel: Classical Band 9/13, Sun @ 4pm Jackson Auditorium Seguin
Little River Band 9/24, Thu @ 7:30pm Brauntex Performing Arts Theatre New Braunfels
College Football - Texas State vs. Prairie View A&M 9/12, Sat @ 6pm Bobcat Stadium San Marcos
The Merles 9/18, Fri @ 8pm Luckenbach Dancehall
Gary Allan and Wade Bowen 9/25, Fri @ 7:30pm Whitewater Amphitheater New Braunfels
Thirty Seconds Over Tokyo Classic Movie Presented by The Admiral Nimitz Foundation and Fredericksburg Theater Company 9/18, Fri @ 7:30pm Steve W. Shepherd Theater Fredericksburg
Two Tons of Steel 9/18, Fri @ 9pm John T. Floore Country Store Moe Bandy 9/19, Sat @ TBA Texas Theatre Seguin Johnny Bush and The Bandoleros 9/18, Sat @ 9pm John T. Floore Country Store Micky & The Motorcars 9/19, Sat @ 9pm Gruene Hall Thomas Michael Riley 9/19, Sat @ 9pm Luckenbach Hall Fredericksburg Music Club Sean Chen, piano 9/20, Sun @ 3pm Fredericksburg United Methodist Olmos Ensemble Vive la France 9/21, Mon @ 7:30pm First Unitarian Universalist
Almost Patsy Cline Band 9/25, Fri @ 8pm Luckenbach Dancehall The Mavericks 9/25, Fri @ 8:30pm John T. Floore Country Store Leon Russell 9/26, Sat @ 9pm Gruene Hall
live theater Blithe Spirit 9/11-26, Thu@ 7pm Fri-Sat @ 8pm Sun @ 2:30pm Boerne Community Theatre The 39 Steps By The Wimberley Players 9/11-10/4, Fri-Sat @ 7:30pm Sun @ 2:30pm Wimberley Playhouse
miscellaneous College Football - Texas Lutheran vs. Hardin Simmons 9/12, Sat @ 6pm Bulldog Stadium Seguin
College Football Texas Lutheran vs. Louisiana College 9/19, Sat @ 6pm Bulldog Stadium Seguin College Football - Texas State vs. University of Southern Mississippi 9/19, Sat @ 6pm Bobcat Stadium San Marcos Brown Distinguished Lecture Series: John Quinones 9/24, Thu @ 7:30pm Jackson Auditorium at Texas Lutheran University Seguin College Football - Texas Lutheran vs. Southwestern Assemblies of God 9/26, Sat @ 6pm Bulldog Stadium Seguin
COUPONS $5 OFF Harley Davidson T-Shirt 111 West Crockett Street 210-212-4461 cowboysalamocityharley.com *Limit one coupon per person. no additional discounts apply. Expires 09/30/15
126 Losoya St, San Antonio, TX, 78205
(210) 212-7299
www.biergartenriverwalk.com
FREE
KRAUTWURST BALLS with purchase of TWO – ONE LITER BIERS
One coupon per table. For dine in guests only. Expires 09/30/15.
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Any one piece of regularly priced jewelry
chef’s Surprise Appetizer
123 Losoya, #4
With purchase of 2 entrées
in the atrium of the Hyatt Regency)
146 E. Houston St. @ River Walk 210.222.2362 | acenar.com
Expires 09/30/15
One per table, please. Dine in only. Expires 09/30/15.
(Located on the river level,
210-227-5866
2
$
OFF TICKET
Located in Rivercenter Mall on 3rd Level 849 East Commerce 210-229-1420 www.sanantoniocomedyclubs.com Not valid with special events. Expires 09/30/15
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EVENTS ///////////////////////////////////// Olmos Ensemble Vive la France 9/21, Mon @ 7:30pm First Unitarian Universalist Little River Band 9/24, Thu @ 7:30pm Brauntex Performing Arts Theatre New Braunfels Gary Allan and Wade Bowen 9/25, Fri @ 7:30pm Whitewater Amphitheater New Braunfels Almost Patsy Cline Band 9/25, Fri @ 8pm Luckenbach Dancehall The Mavericks 9/25, Fri @ 8:30pm John T. Floore Country Store Leon Russell 9/26, Sat @ 9pm Gruene Hall
live theater Blithe Spirit 9/11-26, Thu@ 7pm Fri-Sat @ 8pm Sun @ 2:30pm Boerne Community Theatre The 39 Steps By The Wimberley Players 9/11-10/4, Fri-Sat @ 7:30pm Sun @ 2:30pm Wimberley Playhouse
miscellaneous
College Football Texas State vs. Prairie View A&M 9/12, Sat @ 6pm Bobcat Stadium San Marcos Thirty Seconds Over Tokyo Classic Movie Presented by The Admiral Nimitz Foundation and Fredericksburg Theater Company 9/18, Fri @ 7:30pm Steve W. Shepherd Theater Fredericksburg College Football Texas Lutheran vs. Louisiana College 9/19, Sat @ 6pm Bulldog Stadium Seguin College Football Texas State vs. University of Southern Mississippi 9/19, Sat @ 6pm Bobcat Stadium San Marcos Brown Distinguished Lecture Series: John Quinones 9/24, Thu @ 7:30pm Jackson Auditorium at Texas Lutheran University Seguin College Football Texas Lutheran vs. Southwestern Assemblies of God 9/26, Sat @ 6pm Bulldog Stadium Seguin
College Football Texas Lutheran vs. Hardin Simmons 9/12, Sat @ 6pm Bulldog Stadium Seguin
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SHOPPING /////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////// Cosas 1109 South Main Boerne, TX 78006 (830) 249-1500 cosasonline.com Cultural Art and Collectibles
Kendra Scott 15900 La Cantera Parkway #2290 San Antonio, TX 78256 (210) 399-2854 www.kendrascott.com Jewelry
San Marcos Prime Outlets 3939 IH 35 North San Marcos, TX 78666 (512) 396-2200 www.premiumoulets.com Outlet Mall
Main Street Boerne Main Street Boerne, TX 78006 (800) 322-3868 mainstreetinboerne.com Texas Antiques, Art, Restaurants
JR Mooney Galleries of Fine Art 8032 Broadway San Antonio, TX 78209 (210) 828-8214 jrmooneygalleries.com Fine Art Gallery
Fiesta on Main 436 South Main Street Boerne, TX 78006 (210) 319-3236 www.alamofiesta.com Mexican cultural gifts, pinatas
Garden Ridge Pottery 17975 IH 35 North Schertz, TX 78154 (210) 599-5700 www.gardenridge.com Pottery, Furniture & Crafts
Fredericksburg 302 East Austin Street Fredericksburg, TX 78624 (830) 997-6523 visitfredericksburgtx.com Texas Antiques, Art, Restaurants
Las Finezas 210 South Main Street Boerne, TX 78006 (830) 331-9272 www.lasfinezas.com Fine Imported Gifts
Bass Pro Shops 17907 IH 10 West San Antonio, TX 78257 (210) 253-8800 www.basspro.com Outdoor Hunting & Fishing
Ranch at the Rim 18007 IH 10 West San Antonio, TX 78257 (210) 319-3001 www.ranchattherim.com Fine western wear
The Shops at La Cantera 15900 La Cantera Parkway San Antonio, TX 78256 (210) 582-6255 theshopsatlacantera.com Outdoor Shopping Mall
The Forum at Olympia Parkway 8320 Agora Parkway San Antonio, TX 78154 (210) 566-7604 shoptheforumsa.com Local Fashions & Jewelry
New Braunfels Art League 239 W. San Antonio Street New Braunfels, TX 78130 (830) 629-8022 newbraunfelsartleague.org Texas Fine Art & Jewelry
Busseys flea market 18738 IH 35 North Schertz, TX 78154 (830) 609-0800 www.busseyfm.com Flea Market
Tanger Outlets 4015 IH 35 North San Marcos, TX 78666 (512) 396-7446 www.tangeroutlets.com/sanmarcos Outlet Mall
The Twig Book Shop 306 Pearl Parkway #106 San Antonio, TX 78215 (210) 826-6411 thetwig.indiebound.com Shopping Center
Red 307 East Main Street Frederickburg, TX 78624 (830) 990-0700 www.redinfred.com Unique Collection of items for the Home
The Rim 17503 IH 10 West San Antonio, TX 78230 (210) 641-1777 www.therimsa.com Shopping Center
Traditions at the Depot 518 South Main Boerne, TX 78006 (830) 816-2795 traditionsatthedepot.com Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Fashions
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849 E Commerce Street, #171 San antonio, Tx 78205
FREE CHIPS and QUESO with purchase of an Entrée* 849 E. Commerce/River Walk (Below Marriott Rivercenter)
(210) 225-7662
10% OFF YOUR PURCHASE
210.272.0403 | mariamexicanbistro.com
Valid at the San Antonio location only. Not available with any other discounts, specials, coupons or offers.
*One per table
Does not include tax or gratuity. Limit one coupon per table, per visit. This as cannot be redeemed for cash. Excludes alcohol.
$
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124 Losoya St., San Antonio, TX 78205
210-224-0773 www.segcity.com
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Present this coupon and receive $2.00 OFF each adult and $1.00 OFF each Child’s Full Price Discovery Tour Ticket. Limit 6.
210-651-6101 •naturalbridgecaverns.com Not Valid With Any Other Discount or Program. Expires 09/30/15. 10124
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15% off
Regular Dinner
Valid for up to 8 guests per table/reservation. 313 E. Houston St., San Antonio, Texas 78205
210.299.1600
Cannot be combined with any other offer or discount. Not valid on restaurant holidays. Does not apply to salad-area only dinner or discounted children’s prices. Beverages, alcoholic beverages, desserts, tax and gratuity not included. Expires 10/29/15
FREE BEVERAGE With the purchase of entree during happy hour only. Happy Hour 4-8PM 409 E. Commerce 210-465-UGLY www.coyoteuglysaloon.com
BuY OnE gET OnE
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Good on Ice Cream Cones and Sundaes 111 W. Crockett St. San Antonio Tx 78205 Next to Hard Rock Café Not valid with other offers. Limit one coupon per group. Expires 09/30/15
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ENTIRE GUEST CHECK
One coupon, per check, per visit. Not valid with any other coupons or promotional offers. Coupon has no cash value. No change returned. Taxes and gratuity not included. Alcoholic beverages not included. Valid only 903 E. Commerce St. San Antonio, TX location. Selection and prices may vary. Only original coupon accepted. Photocopied and Internet printed or purchased coupons are not valid. No substitutions. © 2014 DFO, LLC. Printed in the U.S.A. Offer ends 09/30/15
Now serving breakfast every Saturday 9am to 11am
$1.00 OFF PER PERSON UP TO 10 PEOPLE
521 River Walk (210)223-2939 | cafeole.us FREE Queso with the purchase of TWO Dinner menu entrees.
Across from the Alamo 329 Alamo Plaza • (210) 224-2288
Limit 10 guests per coupon. Not valid with any other offer. Expires 09/30/15. RIO MAG
*limit one coupon per table – Expires 09/30/15
FREE CHIPS & QUESO Crockett at Navarro (210) 293-7482 |www.pizzaritas.com
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Visit Us At The Republic of Texas Restaurant and receive a complimentary order of Chips & Queso. 526 Riverwalk • 210-226-6256 www.therepublicoftexasrestaurant.com Minimum purchase of $25.00. Not valid with any other offers. Subject to Blackout Dates. One Coupon per table. Expires 09/30/15
FREE BASKET OF HAND BATTERED FRIED PICKLES With the purchase of TWO dinner menu entrees.
237 Loyosa, San Antonio, TX 78205 210-223-9374 www.riverrestaurants.com Limit one coupon per table. Expires 09/30/15
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On the San Antonio Riverwalk 223 Losoya Street (210) 227-0864
FREE Homemade Potato Chips in a basket served with avocado crèam dipping sauce.*
10% MILITARY DISCOUNT
to those in uniform or with an active duty military ID.**
charliewantsaburger.com Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Daily. Dog-Friendly Patio, Restaurant & Sports Bar. *With purchase of any entrée. One per table of 4. **Military discount on food only.
$
3
Complimentary House Dessert with order of an entrée. 111 W. Crockett Street, Suite 101 (210) 227-2782 paesanosriverwalk.com Not valid with any other offer or discount. Offer only valid at Paesanos Riverwalk location.
OFF
111 W. Crockett Street, Located on the River Walk (210) 224-ROCK Hardrock.com
ADULT OR CHILD TICKET
301 Alamo Plaza •210-224-9299
RIPLEYS.COM/SANANTONIO
Not valid with any other offer. Good up to six people. Expires 09/30/15 • ©RIPLEY ENTERTAINMENT INC. - RIO MAG
PRESENT THIS AD AND RECEIVE A COMPLIMENTARY HARD ROCK SOUVENIR WITH $20 PURCHASE Valid only at San Antonio Location. Not valid with other offers. One person per visit.Expires 09/30/15.
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On the San Antonio River Walk 421 E. Commerce St. (210) 226-8462 rioriocantina.com
Save up to
$
10% OFF regular priced entrée.* FREE Guacamole & Chip Appetizer per table with purchase of entrée.**
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner daily. Texas-Sized Mexican Food.
*Limit 2 customers per coupon. Does not include daily specials, appetizers, happy hour, buffet, alcohol or desserts. **One complimentary order of Guacamole and Chips per table. Valid with 10% off regular priced entrée offer.
NAKED IGUANA Complimentary Chile con Queso* appetizer per table Happy Hour Every Day 3pm–6pm and 9pm–11pm *1 coupon per table. Happy Hour limited to inside Naked Iguana Tequila Lounge located on River level. 9 oz Rio Rita 3.50 • Well Drinks 3.50 Beers from 2.50 to 3.50 On The Riverwalk • 421 East Commerce • (210) 226-8462
Tower of the Americas
Parties of LESS than 8
FREE FLAUTAS
(seasoned chicken rolled up in a tortilla)
with the purchase of 1 entrée Parties of 8 or MORE
LA PACHANGA APPETIZER (Cup of Queso, beef tacos and flautas)
with the purchase of 2 entrées Coupon not valid with other offers or coupons. Please present coupon to server at time of ordering.
110 E. Crockett on the Riverwalk 210-277-6300
FREE CHEF’S APPETIZER OF THE DAY
2
$
OFF TOWER TICKET
701 Bowie, San Antonio, TX 78205
210.223.3101
Toweroftheamericas.com Ticket includes unlimited access to Observation Deck, Flags over Texas & 4-D Theater Ride. Not valid with any other offer or discount. Limit one $2.00 off coupon per person. No cash Value. Expires 12/31/15.
$
2
FREE DESSERT
With a purchase of 2 Entrees & 2 Beverage Riverwalk level of the Hyatt Regency Maddogs.net • (210) 222-0220 One Coupon per table per visit. Expires 09/30/15.
OFF
an Adult Entrée with this ad Ice Cold Drinks & Good Texas Food Breakfast Fri-Sun from 9am-11am Happy Hour Mon-Fri 3-6pm
With the purchase of an adult entrée.
245 E. Commerce River Level at Navarro & Crockett 210-227-RiTA • www.ritasontheriver.com
One coupon per table per visit. Offer at Riverwalk location only. Must present coupon. Expires 09/30/15.
Valid only for lunch and Dinner, coupon good for up to 2 entrees at a table
QUESO, SO DELICIOUS & TOTALLY FREE Redeem this coupon for one complimentary bowl of our award-winning and completely irrisitible queso.
200 River Walk Suite 100, San Antonio, TX 78205 210-224-9835 • ironcactus.com Not valid with any other offer, one per table, not valid during happy hour. Expires 09/30/15.
ZOCCA $4 OFF
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Receive a FREE Appetizer with Purchase of Entrée
amERiCa’S PREmiER indOOR KaRTing CEnTER
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Offer not valid withany other discounts, race, or group packages. Adult racers are 4’-10” and up. Junior racers are 4’-4’9” * Limit one coupon per person. Not combined with any other offers
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La Villita, south of the River Walk in downtown San Antonio, was originally settled nearly 300 years ago as one of the city’s first neighborhoods. In 1939, La Villita Historic Arts Village was established and the neighborhood was adapted into a center for teaching regional arts and crafts and to serve as an artists market. Today, nearly 30 shops and galleries offer distinct handcrafted items by artists from San Antonio and surrounding areas. You’ll find paintings, folk art, textiles, sculptures, copper wares, jewelry, and more. Plus, in the midst of these tree-lined walkways and plazas, enjoy a savory culinary experience at the area restaurants with options ranging from traditional Mexican flavors to steakhouse favorites.
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