Mother’s Day is the No. 13 day of the year for consumer spending at local restaurants in Texas, according to an analysis of transactions at 42,000 local eateries by Womply, a provider of CRM and marketing software for small businesses. However, the day before Mother’s Day is much busier, as patrons pack into Texas restaurants to treat mom to brunch or dinner, making it the No. 1 day of the year. On that day, average daily revenue at local restaurants surges to $1,685, a 40% increase over an average day. That sales increase is driven by a 15% bump in transaction volume and a 22% increase in purchase price.
In San Antonio, the day before Mother’s Day is also busier than Mother’s Day, coming in as the No. 1 day of the year for consumer spending at local restaurants, according to Womply. Daily revenue increases to $1,726.47, up 36% over an average day, driven by a 13% increase in transaction volume and a 20% increase in purchase price.
When it comes to honoring mothers — of all kinds — there’s no room for half-measures. Still looking for ways to celebrate on May 12? We've got you covered.
Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top mom-approved outings around town, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of San Antonio’s best options.
Why not treat mom to a top-rated art gallery?
1. Caliente Hot Glass
Topping the list is Caliente Hot Glass. Located at 1411 N. Hackberry, Suite A, in Government Hill, the art gallery, which offers art classes and more, is the highest rated art gallery in San Antonio, boasting five stars out of 28 reviews on Yelp.
2. Vogt Auction Galleries
Next up is Vogt Auction Galleries, situated at 7233 Blanco Road. With 4.5 stars out of 12 reviews on Yelp, the art gallery, which offers antiques and more, has proven to be a local favorite.
3. Garcia Art Glass
Lavaca's Garcia Art Glass, located at 715 S. Alamo St., is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the art gallery and gift shop, which offers home decor and more, five stars out of 20 reviews.
To top off a lovely Mother's Day, look no further than the best wine bars in town. Whether it's red, white or rosé you're after, these top spots are sure to deliver the goods.
1. Copa Wine Bar
Topping the list is Copa Wine Bar. Located at 19141 Stone Oak Parkway in Stone Oak, the wine bar is the highest-rated wine bar in San Antonio, boasting 4.5 stars out of 121 reviews on Yelp.
2. High Street Wine Company
Next up is Tobin Hill's High Street Wine Company, situated at 302 Pearl Parkway, Suite 104. With 4.5 stars out of 101 reviews on Yelp, the wine bar has proven to be a local favorite.
3. Candlelight Coffeehouse
Tobin Hill's Candlelight Coffeehouse, located at 3011 N. St. Mary's St., is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the wine bar and breakfast and brunch spot — which offers coffee, tea and more — four stars out of 412 reviews.
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