Sushi Zushi (Alamo Heights location) – San Antonio, TX

Date Visited: 12/10/2023
Website: https://www.sushizushi.com/

Sushi Zushi is an “upscale casual” 3-location chain local to San Antonio.  Voted best sushi in San Antonio for 6 years in a row, they feature inventive signature rolls that pay homage to the local heritage, especially the robust Spurs culture and several other head-nods.  They are one of a kind here, in that they actually have their own separate menu for special dietary restrictions, including gluten-free, vegetarian, and even vegan!

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Hat Creek Burger Company (San Antonio/Live Oak Loop 1604 Location) – Austin, TX

Date Visited: 2/11/2024
Website: hatcreekburgers.com

It can be a real struggle finding a basic, down-home, no-frills burger and fries place when you’re gluten-free.  You have some of our previously reviewed places that do gourmet/elevated burgers, but when you just want a quick bite what’s one to do? We’ve found the solution – Hat Creek Burger Company.  For the purposes of our review, we visited the Live Oak Loop 1604 Location.

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Small Talk Spirits and Taps – San Antonio, TX

Date Visited: 2/25/2024
Website: N/A (Facebook page only)

Small Talk Spirits and Taps is a relatively new bar on the scene near downtown San Antonio, TX.  While small and a bit hidden, good things await those who choose to walk in the door.

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La Gloria (Pearl Location) – San Antonio, TX

Date Visited: 1/26/2024
Website: https://chefjohnnyhernandez.com/la-gloria-pearl/

La Gloria is a two-location Mexican street food concept pioneered by award-winning San Antonio Chef Johnny Hernandez.  For the purposes of this review, we dined at The Pearl Brewery location, just off of Grayson street and directly across the street from The Culinary Institute of America – San Antonio.

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Cured at The Pearl – San Antonio, TX

Date Visited: 1/20/2024
Website: https://www.curedatpearl.com/

Charcuterie lovers, we’ve found the place for you!  Cured at The Pearl, true to its name, is an upscale charcuterie restaurant in the Pearl Brewery district in downtown San Antonio.  Tucked away in the recesses of The Pearl, those who find their way are in for an experience like no other!

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Coffee + Culture Bakery – San Antonio, TX

Date Visited: 1/7/2024
Website: https://coffeeculturecompany.com/

According to San Antonio’s Community Impact, owners of formerly-existing Mexican restaurant Sabor del Pueblo decided to close temporarily and re-open as Coffee & Culture Bakery in October 2022.  What resulted from this drastic pivot is nothing short of inviting and tasty!

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