Looking to uncover all that Tobin Hill has to offer? Get to know this San Antonio neighborhood by browsing its most popular local businesses, from a cocktail bar to a burger joint.
Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top places to visit in Tobin Hill, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of neighborhood businesses. Read on for the results.
1. Cured
Topping the list is cocktail bar and New American spot Cured. Located at 306 Pearl Parkway, Suite 101, it's the highest rated business in the neighborhood, boasting 4.5 stars out of 830 reviews on Yelp.
On the menu, you'll see dishes like the Red Wattle Pork Chop with mesquite mole grits, market baby carrots and cider syrup; the Texas Veal Tartare with smoked mayo, jicama, crispy onions and sourdough; and the Beer Can Mussels with housemade tasso ham, PBR, whipped aioli and fries. It also offers charcuterie boards, desserts and cocktails.
Yelper Sandy M., who reviewed it on Oct. 27, wrote, "Absolutely delicious! Great location in the Pearl District of San Antonio. The food was so good! The charcuterie is an absolute must! The service was fantastic! We thought this place was just all around awesomeness!"
2. Cookhouse
Next up is upscale Cajun/Creole spot Cookhouse, situated at 720 E. Mistletoe Ave. With 4.5 stars out of 341 reviews on Yelp, it's proven to be a local favorite.
The menu offers dishes such as the smoked duck breast with sweet corn pudding, glazed okra and pecans; the alligator etouffee with blackened shrimp, jasmine rice and fried lemon; and the New Orleans BBQ Shrimp with jumbo shrimp, spicy garlic butter, beer and french bread. (See the full menu here.)
Kelly C., who reviewed it on Oct. 26, said, "This place was quaint and very authentic. I'm from New Orleans and like to try places that say they have authentic food, but normally they don't. This place is for real. I had the barbecue shrimp and it was spot on — the boudin balls were pretty good also."
3. Burger Boy
Burger Boy, a spot to score burgers and more, is another much-loved neighborhood go-to, with 4.5 stars out of 265 Yelp reviews. Head over to 2323 N. St. Marys St. to see for yourself.
The eatery offers burgers, corn dogs, hot dogs, grilled cheese, fish sandwiches and chicken sandwiches. Pair your entree with crinkle-cut fries and a milkshake. (See the menu here.)
Chris K. said, "Best burger in San Antonio. Old style, basic burger with touch of salt on buttery toasted bun, with lettuce, tomato and onion. Has just enough of that greasy, cheesy burger taste. No frills here. Just a basic, very tasty, juicy good burger at a reasonable price."
4. Bakery Lorraine
Check out Bakery Lorraine, which has earned four stars out of 870 reviews on Yelp. You can find the bakery and breakfast and brunch spot, which offers sandwiches and more, at 306 Pearl Parkway, Suite 110.
You'll see menu options such as the Quiche Lorraine with bacon, gruyere and caramelized onions; the Croque Madame with French ham, Swiss cheese, bechamel and poached eggs; and the Turkey Pesto sandwich with roasted red peppers, fontina and pecan pesto.
Ali R. wrote, "Absolutely delicious! We sampled the porridge, quiche, macaroons, banana toast and lemon blueberry muffins. All of the food we tried was excellent!"
5. Southerleigh Fine Food and Brewery
Finally, there's Southerleigh Fine Food and Brewery, a local favorite with four stars out of 822 reviews. Stop by 136 E. Grayson St., Suite 120, to hit up the brewery, bar and New American spot the next time you're in the neighborhood.
The menu offers dishes like the wood-fired Texas quails with pumpkinseed mole and queso fresco; the cracker-crusted Gulf redfish with butter-poached blue crab and lemon butter; and the crispy pork schnitzel with wild mushroom spaetzel and sweet onion brown butter.
Roy C. wrote, "I can't rave enough about this spot. It is wicked busy for all the right reasons. Their waitstaff is funny, approachable and helpful. Their beer selection is excellent and hilarious. Lunch is super affordable and the food is well portioned and so tasty."
