North San Antonio just picked up a new patio hangout, quietly tucked into a small strip center across from Walker Ranch Park. Mezcal Comida & Cantina has slid into the spot with Oaxacan-inspired plates, a mezcal-heavy bar program and an outdoor patio that looks straight out toward the Salado Creek Greenway. Early birds are already camping out at the bar and patio tables, cocktail in hand, as reported by Community Impact.
Where It Opened
According to Community Impact, Mezcal is located at 12656 West Ave., Bldg. 1, in the same center as Clear Light Coffee Co. and Two Bros. BBQ Market. Staff told the outlet the concept leans on recipes and flavors from the Mexican state of Oaxaca while keeping a full bar ready for mezcal cocktails and margaritas.
Palomar Gave Way To Mezcal
Local coverage earlier this fall tracked a quiet transition: Palomar Comida & Cantina closed, new Mezcal signage went up, and regulars were left wondering who was actually in charge behind the scenes. Reporters noted it was unclear whether ownership changed in the process, San Antonio Current reported. Palomar had itself taken over the former El Bosque space in 2023, and the latest switch slots neatly into a broader wave of restaurant rebrands around San Antonio.
Oaxacan Dishes To Try
The kitchen is sticking to Oaxacan crowd-pleasers. A look at the menu by Community Impact highlights a trio de sopes, a plato de mole con pollo, enchiladas, tacos and a short list of seafood options. Mezcal backs that up with both indoor and outdoor bars serving cocktails, with the patio clearly designed to make the most of those greenway views.
Practical Details
Online listings and user reviews show indoor dining and a patio that faces the Salado Creek Greenway. MapQuest lists the restaurant’s phone number as (210) 265-1080 and includes user check-ins from late October and early November, backing up reports of a late October debut. Mezcal also shows up on delivery platforms, indicating that takeout and delivery are in the mix.
So far, Mezcal appears to be easing into the North Side dining circuit, with early reviewers calling out the patio and cocktails as the stars of the show. As for whether the new concept shares ownership ties with Palomar, that detail remains unconfirmed, CultureMap reported.
