Visiting Highland Hills, or just looking to better appreciate what it has to offer? Get to know this San Antonio neighborhood by browsing its most popular local businesses, from a burger spot to a fried seafood palace.
Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top places to visit in Highland Hills, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of neighborhood businesses. Read on for the results.
1. Kenny's Burgers
Topping the list is Kenny's Burgers, a spot to score burgers and more. Located at 1927 Goliad Road, it's the highest rated business in the neighborhood, boasting 4.5 stars out of 56 reviews on Yelp.
On the menu, you'll find the burger served with lettuce, tomato and pickles. You can add cheese, smoked bacon, chili, fried egg, grilled onions, guacamole, mushrooms or jalapeños. It also offers chicken sandwiches, hot dogs and more.
Jonathan Z. said, "Classic diner-style burger. I didn't order anything crazy, just kept it simple and that's what I got. Simply delicious. Support local business, and eat a great burger."
2. Boba Tea
Next up is Boba Tea, a spot to score bubble tea, coffee and more, situated at 3850 S. New Braunfels Ave., Suite 108. With four stars out of 89 reviews on Yelp, it's proven to be a local favorite.
On the menu, you'll find green, black and milk teas, which you can add boba to. It also offers slushies, juices, smoothies and coffee beverages. Pick up some macaroons to complement your drink.
Andie H. wrote, "This is our favorites boba place in San Antonio. The selection is huge and always expanding, full of yummy flavors. Salted plum is a favorite of mine, even though I usually go for smoothies."
3. La Chinita's Restaurant
La Chinita's Restaurant, a Chinese and Tex-Mex spot, is another neighborhood go-to, with four stars out of 71 Yelp reviews. Head over to 1012 Avondale Ave. to see for yourself.
On the menu, you'll see Chinese options like the Mongolian Chicken, the Pepper Steak and the Roast Pork with mixed vegetables. It also offers Tex-Mex fare, such as enchiladas, chalupas, tacos, carne guisada and more.
Patricia A said, "Not many Chinese restaurants on the southeast part of San Antonio, but Las Chinitas is the place for Curry Chicken. Great food and awesome waitstaff! This place provides great customer service, always friendly."
4. Neptune's Seafood House
Check out Neptune's Seafood House, which has earned four stars out of 27 reviews on Yelp. You can find the traditional American spot, which offers seafood and salads, at 1922 Goliad Road.
The fried fish spot offers plates with fries and coleslaw, plus your choice of fried oysters, fried shrimp or fish. It also offers platters with mixed seafood. Grilled options are available for fish (catfish or tilapia) and shrimp. (See the full menu here.)
Mongo L. wrote, "It has hands down the best fried fish in town. They use long fillets of cold-water fish. In addition, they serve great shrimp, oysters, catfish, fried mushrooms and chicken fried steak. One of the owners are always on site, either Janine or Kenny, and they'll make sure everything is good about your meal."
5. Snoga Bar-B-Cue
And then there's Snoga Bar-B-Cue, a local favorite with four stars out of 26 reviews. Stop by 2567 Goliad Road to hit up the spot to score barbecue and more next time you're in the neighborhood.
The barbecue joint offers various meats, like brisket, sausage, ham, chicken and more. Sides include green beans, potato salad, beans and others.
Deanne S. said, "You get great barbecue every time. Generous portions, consistent quality and a staff that is helpful and considerate. They put their efforts in good food and a clean restaurant, not wasting money on decor that can't be eaten."
