San Antonio’s culinary scene is growing in stature and the city’s diligent chefs who own restaurants make distinctive culinary statements. Here are just a few places to try.

Bistro Vatel
North of Downtown
Consistently good French/European fare, from bouillabaisse to foie gras, can be found at chef Damien Watel’s cozy bistro.
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Dough Pizzeria Napoletana
North Central
The pizza oven at Doug Horn’s popular pizzeria is an Italian import and the mozzarella bar offers fresh, handmade cheeses. An all-Italian wine list complements the food. The non-descript strip mall location belies this restaurant's edgy feel.
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La Gloria
River Walk Museum Reach
Chef Johnny Hernandez’s tasty, authentic Mexican street food is served in a casual, airy ambiance at the Pearl Brewery complex.
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The Lodge Restaurant at Castle Hills
North Central
Chef Jason Dady’s contemporary fine-dining restaurant offers a comfortably luxurious feel in a vintage two-story manor.
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Osteria Il Sogno
River Walk Museum Reach
On the Italian style characterizes this fine dining in a casual atmosphere restaurant from Andrew Weissman. Fresh pasta is made daily.
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