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in this issue Issue 22-15 /// July 27 – August 9, 2022

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an Antonio’s public art, especially its vibrant murals and street art, reflect what we’re thinking and feeling as a city. They capture our dreams and aspirations, our pop-culture fixations and they offer glimpses of residents’ daily lives. The Current’s Best of San Antonio, or BOSA, issue provides a similar snapshot of what San Antonians are thinking. Every year, we invite residents — not to mention expats — of our colorful, ever-evolving city to vote on the restaurants, nightlife spots, businesses, landmarks and people that best embody San Antonio. At least at this moment in time. Because of that parallel, we included the creations of artists whose work graces San Antonio walls, underpasses and public spaces to guide you through this year’s BOSA issue. Perhaps the imagery can serve as a reminder that, as with art, the beauty of an individual BOSA win is sometimes in the eye of the beholder. We may agree with our fellow San Antonians’ choices, or we may be left scratching our heads. Either way, their selections provide a sense of where the city is culturally — and sometimes where we’re headed. Our aim this year was to provide the purest glimpse of what San Antonio is thinking, so we opted to let the votes speak for themselves. As with 2021’s issue, 100% of the winners were chosen by Current readers. You know what you like, after all, and we offer plenty of criticism — whether it’s around the arts, food or other subjects — during the rest of the year. So, thank you for helping tell the story of our city with your votes. Thumbing through this issue may not bring the same level of satisfaction as finishing a wall-size mural on the side of a downtown building — but at least you won’t wind up with paint all over your shoes. Sanford Nowlin, Editor-in-Chief

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Best of SA | Food & Drink La Panadería

Smoke Shack Courtesy Photo / World Bread Awards USA

BEST BAKERY/BRUNCH/ CONCHA

Winner: La Panadería Multiple locations lapanaderia.com

hen two hermanos from Mexico City arrived in San Antonio in 2014 with extensive bakery expertise, they introduced local foodies to the addictive crossover creation that is the tequila cream-filled almond croissant. That delight remains a favorite nearly a decade later, even if the Nutella-filled cruffin is the bakery’s bid for meme status. Even so, the breads that brought the owners their initial recognition are not to be overlooked. Also, as evidenced by its dual-category win, La Panadería’s lofty conchas are exceptional enough to stand out in a city full of bakeries offering the classic pan dulce. The topping has just the right sugary crunch, while the interior is delectably flaky. BEST BAKERY

2. Bakery Lorraine Multiple locations

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3. Fiesta Bakery Multiple locations facebook.com/profile. php?id=120234851326966

2. Tommy’s Restaurant Multiple locations mytommys.com

BEST CONCHA

2. La Popular Bakery Multiple locations facebook.com/lapopularbakery1 3. Mi Tierra Cafe y Panadería 218 Produce Row (210) 225-1262 mitierracafe.com BEST BRUNCH

2. The Hayden 4025 Broadway (210) 437-4306 thehaydensa.com 3. Bistr09 6106 Broadway (210) 245-8156 bistr09.com BEST BARBACOA

Winner: Rios Barbacoa

next door to be cooked at your own — we assume also respectable — shack. 2. Rudy’s Country Store and BarB-Q Multiple locations rudysbbq.com

3. Tellez Tamales & Barbacoa Multiple locations

3. 2M Smokehouse 2731 S. W.W. White Road (210) 885-9352 2msmokehouse.com

BEST BARBECUE

Winner: Smoke Shack 3714 Broadway (210) 957-1430 smokeshacksa.com Smoke Shack first garnered attention from the order window of an appropriately rustic mobile rig. It’s since gained uptown respectability at its permanent location on Broadway across from the Witte Museum. Brisket is a star attraction at Smoke Shack — it gets slipped into sliders, tops the house’s rendition of a Frito pie and adorns orders of macaroni and cheese. Chicken gets the South Texas treatment with lashings of chili piquín oil, and house-made sausages are also not to be missed. Enjoy the bangers either as part of a barbecue plate or purchased at the butcher shop

BEST BREAKFAST TACOS/ DONUTS

Winner: The Original Donut Shop 3307 Fredericksburg Road (210) 734-5661 facebook.com/theoriginaldonutshop

ne might not expect a place called The Original Donut Shop to excel at serving up breakfast tacos, but this one certainly does. This drive-thru wonder has served San Antonio’s Deco district since the 1950s and an in many ways stays true to its retro ideals — including a strict cash only policy and its use of fresh, handmade ingredients. Its

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Best of SA | Food & Drink The Original Donut Shop

remain the same. Choose a patty: a ¼ lb. “Regular” or ½ lb. “Macho.” When it comes to all the fixings, the default is the Cheddar Cheezy, which features copious amounts of melted cheddar cheese with mustard, lettuce, tomatoes, onions and pickles. A puro SA take, the Tostada Burger amps things up with refried beans, chips, onions and melted cheddar cheese.

it’s evolved into lunch-and-dinner mainstay for those seeking homestyle vittles. The family-friendly spot can be a little cacophonous given its old-school digs, but those not averse to a little noise will find the food comforting and filling, particularly its award-winning chicken fried steak. Crisp, generously portioned and smothered in thick gravy, it’s as indulgent as they come. The “Burgers & Stuff” section of Charlie’s menu boasts nearly two dozen options, while its “Homestyle Specialties” includes favorites ranging from steak fingers and grilled pork chops to Polish sausage.

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attention to quality is clear both when it comes to the donuts and breakfast tacos. The tortillas are all made from scratch, whether they’re flour or corn, and whichever salsa you decide to drizzle onto your taco is made daily. BEST BREAKFAST TACO

2. Tommy’s Restaurant Multiple locations mytommys.com 3. Bill Miller Bar-B-Q Multiple locations billmillerbbq.com BEST DONUTS

2. The Art of Donut 3428 N. St. Mary’s Street (210) 265-5423 artofdonut.com 3. Mini Donut Lab (210) 307-0959 facebook.com/minidonutlab BEST BURGER

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BEST CARIBBEAN RESTAURANT

Winner: The Jerk Shack 10234 TX-151 (210) 776-7780 thejerkshacksatx.com

Winner: Chris Madrid’s 1900 Blanco Road (210) 735-3552 chrismadrids.com

2. Jamaica Jamaica Cuisine 2026 Austin Highway (210) 590-0515 jamaicajamaicacuisine.com

t should come as no surprise to see Chris Madrid’s rack up another win in this category. This iconic Blanco Road haven has served up one of SA’s go-to burgers since 1977. Not even a 2017 fire could keep Madrid’s down, and the renovated spot has been thriving since. Despite the changes to its building, the burgers

3. Mi Roti 312 Pearl Parkway, Building 6 miroti210.com

BEST CHARCUTERIE

Winner: Cured 306 Pearl Parkway, Suite 101 (210) 314-3929 curedatpearl.com

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teve McHugh is a perennial nominee for the coveted James Beard Award, and though he hasn’t yet won, fans don’t need no stinkin’ Beard badge to beat a path to Cured. As the name suggests, cured meats greet the diner at the door, and those same treasures find their way onto charcuterie platters featuring the likes of smoked duck ham and 30-day lamb salami. Smoked bockwurst can be added to the board for extra allure, but don’t stop at the charc. McHugh’s expertise extends to mains such as heritage hog poutine and, for that special splurge, a 45-day, dry-aged cowboy ribeye. They all taste better in the restored Pearl structure that’s a treasure in its own right. 2. Tim the Girl Catering 1127 S. St. Mary’s St. (210) 439-0030 timthegirl.com 3. Cheese & Honey (210) 391-5724 cheeseandhoneysa.com

BEST CHICKEN FRIED STEAK/ COMFORT FOOD

Winner: Good Time Charlie’s 2922 Broadway (210) 828-5392 gtcsatx.com

ood Time Charlie’s has been a staple on San Antonio’s Broadway corridor since opening in 1979. Although primarily a nightspot in its early days,

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BEST CHICKEN FRIED STEAK

2. MK Davis 1302 N. Flores St. (210) 223-1208 facebook.com/mkdavisrestaurant 3. Mama’s Cafe 2442 Nacogdoches Road (210) 826-8303 mamascafesa.com BEST COMFORT FOOD

2. Comfort Cafe 2015 NE Loop 410 (512) 360-2100 serenitystar.org

3. Ida Claire 7300 Jones Maltsberger Road (210) 667-2145 ida-claire.com sacurrent.com | July 27 - August 9, 2022 | CURRENT

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Best of SA | Food & Drink BEST CHINESE FOOD

1. Golden Wok Multiple locations goldenwoksa.com

2. Sichuan House 3505 Wurzbach Road, Suite 102 (210) 509-9999 sichuaneats.com 3. Mencius Gourmet 7959 Fredericksburg Road (210) 615-1288 menciussanantonio.com BEST COFFEE SHOP

Winner: Summer Moon Coffee Multiple locations summermooncoffee.com 2. La Panadería Multiple locations lapanaderia.com 3. Kaffeinated Crepes & Coffee 17619 La Cantera Parkway, Unit 209 (210) 255-1260 kaffeinated.co BEST CRAWFISH

Winner: Smashin’ Crab Multiple locations smashincrab.com 2. LA Crawfish Multiple locations thelacrawfish.com 3. SA Seafood 5222 De Zavala Road, Suite 330 (210) 236-7777 saseafoodtx.com

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wide selection of craft beer will help you woo even the pickiest of foodies. 2. Supper 136 E. Grayson St. (210) 448-8351 supperatemma.com 3. Copa Wine Bar 19141 Stone Oak Parkway, Suite 704 (210) 495-2672

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BEST DATE NIGHT

Winner: Elsewhere Garden Bar & Kitchen 103 E. Jones Ave. (210) 446-9303 elsewheregarden.com

hether watching the sunset from Elsewhere’s lazy swings or taking pics with your boo in front of its multiple Insta-worthy art installations — one neon mural even encourages visitors to “Remember to love one another” — this popular near-downtown spot has an abundance of date-night vibes. The river-adjacent location of this largely outdoor destination only adds to the romantic feel. But Elsewhere isn’t just a pretty face. The inventive food menu and

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BEST LATIN AMERICAN RESTAURANT

3. Zulia’s Kitchen 14530 Roadrunner Way (737) 333-5748 zulias-kitchen.business.site

2. Gloria’s Latin Cuisine 17623 La Cantera Parkway, Suite 103 (210) 451-5412 gloriascuisine.com

Winner: Rosario’s Multiple locations rosariossa.com

s of press time, Rosario’s downtown location was about to move into impressive new digs on South St. Mary’s Street. In addition to a grander space and a bigger bar, many longtime fans hope there won’t be too many changes to a menu that has remained remarkably consistent over the years. It seems likely demonstrations will erupt if the enchiladas verdes de pollo y elote were to disappear, for example. Ditto the chorizo quesadillas or the parilla de tripas. Or the legendary salsas — one of the seven BOSA categories the homegrown chain won this year. (See the Nightlife section for Rosario’s wins in the Margaritas and Micheladas categories.)

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BEST ENCHILADAS

2. Blanco Cafe 1720 Blanco Road (210) 732-6480 blancocafesa.com

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3. Paloma Blanca 5800 Broadway #300 (210) 822-6151

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BEST MEXICAN RESTAURANT

2. Paloma Blanca 5800 Broadway #300 (210) 822-6151 palomablanca.net

3. La Gloria Multiple locations chefjohnnyhernandez.com BEST SALSA

2. Paloma Blanca 5800 Broadway #300 (210) 822-6151 palomablanca.net 3. El Jarro de Arturo 13421 San Pedro Ave.

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BEST TACOS

2. Henry’s Puffy Tacos Multiple locations henryspuffytacos.com 3. Mary Lou’s Cafe 4405 McCullough Ave. (210) 396-7909 marylouscafe.com BEST FAMILY FRIENDLY RESTAURANT

Winner: The Cove 606 W. Cypress St. (210) 227-2683

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he Cove’s longtime owner Lisa Asvestas is known for her S.O.L. food — as in “sustainable, organic and local.” Her fish tacos are a claim to fame, landing the spot on more than one TV show, but diners also love her establishment’s ability to keep their children entertained. When it comes to the Cove’s kid friendliness, the newly reconfigured patio offers tons of space for families to gather and listen to live music. The young ’uns can enjoy themselves on the slide and play area while the adults sample brews from the outdoor Texas bar — an oasis for craft beer lovers. Given its atmosphere and tasty eats, this place will likely remain a haven for families looking for a casual dining experience with plenty to offer.

2. Big’z Burger Joint Multiple locations bigz-burgerjoint.com

3. Bear County Bar B Que Mobile bearcountybbq.com

3. Backyard on Broadway 2411 Broadway (210) 634-1405 backyardonbroadway.com

BEST FRENCH FRIES

BEST FOOD TRUCK

2. The Cove 606 W. Cypress St. (210) 227-2683 thecove.us

Winner: Clutch City Cluckers 14530 Roadrunner Way (210) 245-0072

ouston-based food truck operator Clutch City Cluckers opened its San Antonio satellite last summer near UTSA, and it’s clear Alamo City residents were ready for its fiery fowl. The mobile eatery doles out chicken sandwiches, tender baskets and loaded fries, all pepped up with its proprietary spicy seasoning. We’re guessing plenty of Clutch City regulars like to tame that heat with a jumbo margarita from the bar at The Block SA, the food truck park where the mobile kitchen posts up. 2. Abu Omar Halal 7038 UTSA Blvd. (210) 439-8514 abuomarhalal.com

Winner: Burger Boy Multiple locations burgerboysa.com

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3. Mina & Dimi’s Greekhouse Restaurant 7159 U.S. Highway 90 West (210) 674-3464 agreekhouse.com BEST FRIED CHICKEN

Winner: Earl Abel’s 1639 Broadway (210) 444-9424 earlabelssa.com

2. Chatman’s Chicken 1747 S. W.W. White Road (210) 359-0245 chatmanschicken.dinehere.us 3. Clutch City Cluckers 14530 Roadrunner Way (210) 245-0072 clutchcitycluckers.com BEST FRUTERÍA

Winner: The Frutería 1401 S. Flores St., Suite 102 (210) 251-3104 chefjohnnyhernandez.com

hef Johnny Hernandez opened his Frutería 10 years ago but shuttered it during the pandemic for extensive

renovations. Apparently, Current readers love the revamped concept, which retains Hernadez’s focus on bold flavors while featuring a contemporary-chic look from local designer Robert John Mezquiti. The space itself is a brightly colored vessel for an exceptional botana-focused menu that includes not just the fresh and bountiful fruit cups and aquas frescas one would expect given its name but delectable small plates ranging from ceviche to mushroom quesadillas to chicharrón de ribeye. 2. Las Nieves Fruit Cups & More Multiple locations lasnieves.net 3. El Valles Frutería & Restaurant 3915 Nogalitos Street (210) 927-9595 elvallesa.com BEST HOT DOG

Winner: The Dogfather 6211 San Pedro Ave. (210) 481-4272 sadogfather.com 2. Chicago Hot Dogs 12914 Jones Maltsberger Road

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(210) 906-5260 chicagohotdogs.com 3. Rockerdogz 3014 Roosevelt Ave. (210) 277-7288 facebook.com/rockerdogz BEST ICE CREAM

Winner: Lick Honest Ice Creams Multiple locations ilikelick.com 2. Amy’s Ice Creams 255 E. Basse Road, Suite 430 (210) 832-8886 amysicecreams.com 3. Boozy’s Creamery & Craft 711 S. St. Mary’s St. (210) 919-3553 facebook.com/boozyscreamery BEST INDIAN RESTAURANT

Winner: India Palace 8474 Fredericksburg Road (210) 692-5262 indiapalacesanantonio.com

2. India Oven 1031 Patricia Drive, Suite 106 (210) 544-5968

indiaovensa.com 3. Tandoor Palace 8783 Wurzbach Road (210) 592-1211 tandoorpalacerestaurant.com BEST INTERNATIONAL MARKET

Winner: Tim’s Oriental & Seafood Market 7015 Bandera Road, Suite 8 (210) 523-1688 facebook.com/timsorientalmkt

ou may head to Tim’s thinking you’ll just pop in for a side of lacquered duck or a hunk of barbecue pork, but it’s almost guaranteed you’ll leave with much, much more. Surely you also need some fresh curry leaves or a few knobs of galangal while you’re there. And those live blue crabs, claws still waving, are calling your name — you just don’t know it yet. What about some jars of potent chili crisp or bottles of deep, dark soy sauce? Bags of Asian snacks are legion, as are packages of noodles made from rice, wheat, bean thread, buckwheat or sweet potato. And yes, ramen, even ramen. Go with an open mind, leave with a full shop-

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Best of SA | Food & Drink ping bag. 2. Seoul Korean Market 1005 Rittiman Road, Suite 101 (210) 822-1529 seoulasianmarket.com

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3. Ali Baba International Food Market 9307 Wurzbach Road (210) 691-1111 alibabasanantonio.com BEST ITALIAN RESTAURANT

Winner: Little Italy 824 Afterglow St. (210) 349-2060 littleitalysatx.com 2. Capparelli’s on Main 2524 N. Main Ave. (210) 735-5757 capparellisonmain.com 3. Volare Italian Restaurant 3902 McCullough Ave. (210) 251-3424 volarepizzasa.com BEST JUICE SHOP

Winner: Revolución Coffee + Juice Multiple locations revolucionsa.com

ocally owned Revolución Coffee + Juice first hit the scene in 2012, winning over customers with healthy fare alongside the fresh juice and coffee promised in its name. Since then, it’s grown to three San Antonio-area locations — the latest of which opened last year at The Rim — and one in Houston. Adding to the homegrown chain’s appeal, The Rim location offers a rooftop deck for events, as well as cocktails, wine and beer. As part of that expansion, the juicer moved to in-house coffee roasting using zero-emission equipment that allows it to serve a more sustainable and eco-friendly cup of Joe. 2. Bee’s Wellness Cafe 3030 Thousand Oaks Drive, #102 (210) 836-8141 beeswellnesscafe.com 3. Squeezers Juice Bar 914 E. Elmira St. (210) 943-0054 instagram.com/squeezersco

BEST KOREAN RESTAURANT

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Winner: Chas Market & Kitchen 1431 N. Pine St. (210) 227-1521 chaskitchen.com

his humble, near-downtown spot specializes authentic Korean staples such as bulgogi, bibimbap and a variety of fiery soups with an emphasis on grilled meats. Chas Market offers an all-you-can-eat option but be warned: your eyes will likely be larger than your stomach. Such is the case every time we visit, anyway. You can also try your hand at tabletop Korean barbecue, if that’s your thing. Snag Korean drinks from the adjacent small grocery store to accompany your meal. 2. Bull Gogi Boys 14530 Roadrunner Way (210) 816-1455 facebook.com/bullgogiboys 3. Ilsong Garden 6905 Blanco Road (210) 366-4508 ilsonggardensa.com

BEST LATE NIGHT PLACE TO EAT

Winner: Whataburger Multiple locations whataburger.com 2. Mama Margie’s Multiple locations mamamargies.com 3. Mi Tierra 218 Produce Row (210) 225-1262 mitierracafe.com

BEST MEDITERRANEAN FOOD

Winner: Tripoli’s Mediterranean Grill and Coffee Shop 322 Valley Hi Drive #106 (210) 645-4450 tripolissa.com

ripoli’s Mediterranean Grill and Coffee Shop has steadily built a following for its impeccably seasoned meats and expertly prepared coffees. Though this South Side staple has been doling out decadent lamb burgers and baklava

since 2011, it recently announced plans to relocate to the far West Side. The move is expected to allow the restaurant to offer a more robust menu. However, the eatery’s South Side following shouldn’t fret. Co-owner Howaida Werfelli has hinted at plans for an eventual return to the area. 2. Pasha Mediterranean Grill Multiple locations gopasha.com 3. Mina & Dimi’s Greek House 7159 U.S. Highway 90 West (210) 674-3464 agreekhouse.com BEST MENUDO

Winner: Tommy’s Restaurant Multiple locations mytommys.com 2. Nicha’s Multiple locations nichas.com 3. Taqueria Vallarta Multiple locations sacurrent.com | July 27 - August 9, 2022 | CURRENT

In the heart of the San Antonio Riverwalk, El Camino is a beacon for the downtown community to join and enjoy a range of selections from our guest gourmet food trucks paired with precisely created cocktails. El Camino is the perfect spot to bring together friends, family and furry companions under our eco-consciously designed covered seating with a fully stocked bar that includes, frozen drinks, craft brews, and top-shelf cocktails.

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Best of SA | Food & Drink BEST NEW RESTAURANT

Winner: Brasserie Mon Chou Chou 312 Pearl Parkway (210) 469-3743 brasseriemonchouchou.com

rom its atmosphere evoking a turn-of-the-century Parisian brasserie to its menu of classique dishes such as gratinée Lyonnaise (French onion soup) and escargots de Bourgogne (snails in garlic butter), Mon Chou Chou offers a trip to the City of Light without the hassle of airline travel. Your vicarious tour should certainly include the sandwich au fromage raclette, in which melting cheese is shamelessly scraped tableside from a block onto a toasty baguette. Also obligatoire are plates such as duck confit and cous cous with added merguez sausages.

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2. The Hayden 4025 Broadway (210) 437-4306 thehaydensa.com 3. Up Scale 1024 S. Alamo St. (210) 396-7755 upscalesouthtown.com BEST PIZZA

Winner: Dough Pizzeria Napoletana Multiple locations doughpizzeria.com

irst things first: wines are half off on Wednesday and Thursdays. Pizzas from the authentic Neapolitan oven are 100% delicious on these and all other

days, though we do have favorites such as the Amore di Maiale (pork love) and the Prosciutto Crudo (cured, uncooked prosciutto) topped with truffle oildressed arugula. Good choices for antipasti include oak-roasted olives and house-made sausage with roasted grapes, but why not just go for the antipasto misto, which gives you a little of most and then some. The signature burrata filled with truffle-scented mascarpone and served with a balsamic reduction tops the menu for a reason: it’s lush and luscious. Don’t leave Dough without it. 2. Mattenga’s Pizzeria Multiple locations mattengas.com 3. Pizza Classics 3440 N. St. Mary’s St. (210) 225-3356 pizzaclassics.com BEST POKE RESTAURANT

Winner: Hula Poke Multiple locations hulapoketogo.com

2. Ginza Ramen and Poke Multiple locations 3. Poke Central

1130 N. Loop 1604 West, Suite 101 (210) 479-7653 pokecentral.com BEST PUFFY TACOS

Winner: Henry’s Puffy Tacos Multiple locations henryspuffytacos.com 2. Ray’s Drive Inn 822 SW 19th St. (210) 432-7171 raysdriveinn.com 3. Rosario’s Multiple locations rosariossa.com

broth with udon noodles, Hong Kongstyle pork belly and veggies — have helped it build and maintain a loyal following of noodle lovers. Innovative sushi options also help round out the robust menu. 2. Kimura 1017 N. Flores Street (210) 444-0702 kimurasa.com

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BEST RAMEN

Winner: Nama Ramen 6526 Babcock Road (210) 641-2888 namaramen.com

fter reopening in bigger digs early last year, Nama Ramen is back to claim the Best of San Antonio crown for its category for a fourth time. This spot’s penchant for fresh ingredients and umami-laden eats have made it a go-to since opening in 2015. Classic dishes such as tonkotsu ramen and the Udon Special — a flavor-packed beef

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Best of SA | Food & Drink 3. Suck It Multiple locations chefsuckit.com

BEST RESTAURANT FOR SPECIAL DIETS

Winner: Green Vegetarian Cuisine Multiple locations eatatgreen.com 2. The Good Kind 1127 S. St. Mary’s Street (210) 801-5892 eatgoodkind.com 3. Pharm Table 611 S. Presa St., Suite 106 (210) 802-1860 pharmtable.com BEST SAN ANTONIO-MADE FOOD FIND

Winner: Ricos 830 S. Presa St.

(210) 222-1415 ricos.com 2. Alamo City Popcorn Company 16634 San Pedro Ave., #1 (210) 455-0138 alamocitypopcorn.com 3. Element Kombucha 414 Vera Cruz St. (210) 320-3058 elementkombucha.com BEST SANDWICHES

Winner: Gino’s Deli 13210 Huebner Road (210) 764-0602 myginosdeli.com 2. The Hayden 4025 Broadway (210) 437-4306 thehaydensa.com

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Best of SA | Food & Drink Mr. and Mrs. G’s Home Cooking

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3. Mina & Dimi’s Greekhouse 7159 U.S. Highway 90 West (210) 674-3464 agreekhouse.com

2. Jefferson Bodega 1005 Donaldson Ave. (210) 735-0900 instagram.com/jeffersonbodega

BEST SEAFOOD

3. Elotitos Corn Bar 1933 Fredericksburg Road (726) 999-2609 elotitossa.com

Winner: Sea Island Shrimp House Multiple locations shrimphouse.com 2. Smashin’ Crab Multiple locations smashincrab.com 3. Rebelle 300 E. Travis St. (210) 352-3171 rebellesa.com BEST SNACK

Winner: Alamo City Popcorn Co. 16634 San Pedro Avenue, #1 (210) 455-0138 alamocitypopcorn.com

BEST SOUL FOOD

Winner: Mr. and Mrs. G’s Home Cooking 2222 S. W.W. White Road (210) 254-9721 mrmrsgshomecooking.food87.com

adly, this award comes on the heels of the announcement that Mr. and Mrs. G’s Home Cooking will close at the end of this month. The late husband-wife team William and Addie Garner opened the eatery in 1991, focused on family recipes and good, old-fashioned

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hospitality. During its more than three decades, the humble East Side eatery became a favorite for mayors, city officials and San Antonio Spurs. The restaurant’s final day of operation will be July 30. 2. Tony G’s Soul Food 915 S. Hackberry St. (210) 451-1234 tonygssoulfood.com 3. The Jerk Shack 10234 TX-151 (210) 776-7780 thejerkshacksatx.com BEST STEAKHOUSE

Winner: Bohanan’s Prime Steaks and Seafood 219 E. Houston Street #275 (210) 472-2600 bohanans.com 2. Little Red Barn

1836 S. Hackberry St. (210) 532-4235 lrbsteakhouse.com 3. Josephine Street 400 E. Josephine St. (210) 224-6169 josephinestreet.com BEST SUSHI

Winner: Sushi Zushi Multiple locations sushizushi.com 2. Godai Sushi 11203 West Ave. (210) 899-4832 godaisushi.com 3. Sushihana Japanese Restaurant 1810 NW Military Highway (210) 340-7808 sushihanasan.com sacurrent.com | July 27 - August 9, 2022 | CURRENT

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BEST TAMALES

Winner: Delia’s 13527 Hausman Pass (210) 864-1111 deliastamales.com

hen news broke in the summer of 2020 that Rio Grande Valley tamale juggernaut Delia’s Tamales was coming to San Antonio, it was almost as if the world stopped for a moment. Folks who made the annual trek to Delia’s for holiday tamales can now find those same packets of goodness without leaving SA. Even though the new spot opened two summers ago, the lines around the building never seems to dwindle. While some fans say the key to Delia’s success is its corn masa, we’re sure the savory, well-balanced fillings also play a starring role.

thaihutrestaurant.com 3. Tong’s Thai 1146 Austin Highway (210) 829-7345 tongsthai.com BEST VEGAN RESTAURANT/ VEGETARIAN FOOD

Winner: Project Pollo Multiple locations projectpollo.com

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2. Green Vegetarian Cuisine Multiple locations eatatgreen.com

3. Miss Chickpea’s Bakeshop 8002 Callaghan Road, Suite 106 miss-chickpeas-bakeshop.business.site BEST VEGETARIAN FOOD

2. Green Vegetarian Cuisine Multiple locations eatatgreen.com 3. Tripoli’s Mediterranean Grill and Coffee Shop 322 Valley Hi Drive #106 (210) 645-4450 tripolissa.com

Winner: Pluckers Wing Bar Multiple locations pluckers.com 2. Wayne’s Wings Multiple locations wayneswingssa.com 3. Gold Feather 834 NW Loop 410, Suite 106 (210) 342-2473 goldfeatherbb.com

Pluckers

BEST VIETNAMESE RESTAURANT

Winner: Singhs Vietnamese 2803 N. St. Mary’s St. (210) 320-0171 toasttab.com/singhs/v3

2. Delicious Tamales Multiple locations delicioustamales.com 3. Tellez Tamales & Barbacoa Multiple locations

2. Pho Kim Long 4230 McCullough Ave., #2 (210) 829-8021 facebook.com/phokimlongsa

BEST THAI RESTAURANT

Winner: Aroy Ver 2202 Broadway instagram.com/aroy_ver 2. Thai Hut Multiple locations

BEST VEGAN RESTAURANT

3. Taste of Asia 300 W. Bitters Road, Suite 120 (210) 496-6266 Instagram / @project_pollo

BEST WINGS

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Best of SA Finalists | Food & Drink BEST BAKERY La Panaderia Bakery Lorraine Alebrije Bakery Four Kings Bakery BEST BARBACOA Rios Barbacoa Tommy’s Restaurant Tellez Tamles & Barbacoa Pepe’s Barbacoa Barrio Barista Rios Barbacoa Southtown BEST BARBECUE Smoke shack Rudy’s 2M Smokehouse Pinkerton’s BBQ Station Burnt Bean Co. BEST BREAKFAST TACOS The Original Donut Shop Tommy’s Restaurant Bill Miller’s Las Palapas Con Huevos Mary Lou’s Ruthie’s Restaurant BEST BRUNCH La Panaderia The Hayden BISTR09 Boiler House Texas Grill & Wine Garden BEST BURGER Chris Madrid’s Burger Boy Whataburger The Esquire Tavern Burgerteca Boiler House Texas Grill & Wine Garden BEST CARIBBEAN FOOD The Jerk Shack Jamaica Jamaica Mi Roti El Coqui Riri’s Caribbean BEST CHARCUTERIE BOARD Cured The Good Kind Cheese & Honey Honey and Pickle Boiler House Texas Grill & Wine Garden Rylee Boards BEST CHICKEN FRIED STEAK Good Time Charlie’s MK Davis Mama’s Cafe De Weese’s Tip Top Cafe Bobbie’s Cafe BEST CHINESE FOOD Golden Wok Sichuan House Mencius Gourmet Dashi Sichuan Kitchen + Bar Bamboo Sichuan Garden

BEST COFFEE SHOP Summer Moon Coffee La Panaderia Kaffeinated Crepes & Coffee Early Bird Coffee Boom City Coffee Medina River Coffee Roasters Summer Moon Coffee- Stone Oak BEST COMFORT FOOD Good Time Charlie’s Comfort Cafe Ida Claire Southerleigh Fine Food & Brewery The Hayden BEST CONCHA La Panadería La Popular Bakery Mi Tierra Miss Chickpeas Alebrije BEST CRAWFISH Smashin Crab LA Crawf ish SA Seafood Crawf ish Cafe BEST DATE NIGHT Elsewhere Garden Bat & Kitchen Supper at Pearl Copa Wine Bar Clementine Bistro09 BEST DONUT SHOP The Original Donut Shop The Art of Donut Mini Donut Lab Donut Palace BEST ENCHILADAS Rosario’s Blanco Cafe Paloma Blanca Las Palapas Garcia’s Mexican Restaurant BEST FOOD TRUCK Clutch City Cluckers Abu Omar Halal Bear County Bar B Que The Flat Rock Artisan Chef Food Truck Satisf ried David Andrew’s Company BEST FRIED CHICKEN Earl Abel’s Chatman’s Chicken Clutch City Cluckers Gold Feather Birds & Beer Satisf ried Meadow Neighborhood Eatery BEST FRENCH FRIES Burger Boy The Cove Mina & Dimi’s Greekhouse Restaurant Satisf ried BISTR09 BEST FRUTERIA La Frutería Las Nieves Fruit Cups & More El Valles Fruteria Ice Ice Baby

BEST HOT DOG The Dogfather Chicago Hot Dogs Rockerdogz Wrigleyville Grill Burgerteca Broadway Delicatessen

BEST MENUDO Tommy’s Restaurant Nicha’s Taqueria Vallarta Adelitas Lindo Jalisco (Fredericksburg Rd)

BEST ICE CREAM Lick Honest Ice Creams Amy’s Ice Creams Boozy’s Creamery & Craft Paciugo Gelato & Caffè Black & White Modern Creamery

BEST MEXICAN RESTAURANT Rosario’s Mexican Restaurant Paloma Blanca La Gloria Mary Lous Cafe Tlahco Mexican Kitchen Cascabel Mexican Patio

BEST INDIAN RESTAURANT India Palace India Oven Tandoor Palace Simi’s India Cuisine Tarka BEST INTERNATIONAL MARKET Tim’s Oriental & Seafood Market Seoul Korean Market Ali Baba International Food Market Las Americas Latin Market Ali Baba BEST ITALIAN RESTAURANT Little Italy Capparelli’s on Main Volare Italian Restaurant Nonna Osteria Allora BEST JUICE SHOP Allora Revolucion Coffee + Juice Bee’s Wellness Cafe Squeezers El Juice Bar Primal Juice BEST FAMILY FRIENDLY RESTAURANT The Cove Bigz Burger Backyard on Broadway The Magic Time Machine Two Bros Meat Market The Branch BEST KOREAN RESTAURANT Chas Market & Kitchen Bull Gogi Boys Ilsong Garden Kogi Korean Grill Chong’s Koreana BEST LATE NIGHT PLACE TO EAT Whataburger Mama Margies Mi Tierra Abu Omar Halal Barbaro BEST LATIN AMERICAN RESTAURANT Rosario’s Gloria’s Latin Cuisine Zulia’s Kitchen Luna Rosa Sabor Cocinabar BEST MEDITERRANEAN FOOD Tripoli’s Mediterranean Grill and Coffee Shop Pasha Mediterranean Grill Mina & Dimi’s Greekhouse Abu Omar Halal Mattenga’s Pizzeria

BEST NEW RESTAURANT Brasserie Mon Chou Chou The Hayden Upscale Allora BEST PIZZA Dough Pizzeria Napoletana Mattenga’s Pizzeria Pizza Classics Il Forno Volare Italian Restaurant BEST POKE RESTAURANT Hula Poke Ginza Ramen Poke Planet Poke Central BEST PUFFY TACOS Henry’s Puffy Tacos Ray’s Drive Inn Rosario’s Mexican Restaurant Lala’s Gorditas Teka Molina BEST RAMEN Nama Ramen Kimura Suck It Noodle Tree Heros Ramen and Sushi BEST RESTAURANT FOR SPECIAL DIETS Green Vegetarian Cuisine The Good Kind Pharm Table Sweet Yams Wholesome Eating GF- Paleoand Keto Cafe BEST SALSA Rosario’s Mexican Cafe y Cantina Paloma Blanca El Jarro de Arturo Sabor Teka Molino BEST SANDWICHES Gino’s Deli The Hayden Mina & Dimis Greekhouse Four Kings Bilia Eatery BEST ‘SA MADE’ FOOD FIND Ricos Alamo City Popcorn Company Element Kombucha Casa Chocolates Twang

BEST SNACK Alamo City Popcorn Company Jefferson Bodega Elotitos Corn Bar Sam’s Snack Shop Satisf ried BEST SOUL FOOD Mr and Mrs G’s Tony G’s Soul Food The Jerk Shack Mrs Kitchen Sweet Yams BEST STEAKHOUSE Bohanan’s Prime Steaks Little Red Barn Josephine Street J Prime Silo Prime BEST SUSHI Sushi Zushi Godai Sushi Sushihana Japanese Restaurant Goro’s Sushi Shiro BEST TACOS Rosario’s Mexican Restaurant Henry’s Puffy Tacos Mary Lous La Gloria Naco 210 Mexican Eatery Taquitos El Jefe BEST TAMALES Delia’s Delicious Tamales Tellez Tamales & Barbacoa Ruben’s Homemade Tamales Adelita’s BEST THAI RESTAURANT Aroy Ver Thai Hut Tong’s Thai Thai Topaz Thai Dee BEST VEGAN RESTAURANT Project Pollo Green Vegetarian Cuisine Miss Chickeas Bakeshop Vegan Avenue BEST VEGETARIAN FOOD Project Pollo Green Vegetarian Cuisine Tripoli’s Mediterranean Grill and Coffee Shop The Good Kind Pharm Table BEST VIETNAMESE RESTAURANT Singhs Vietnamese Pho Kim Long Taste of Asia Sari-Sari Filipino Restaurant, Market & Bakery Pho Hung Cuong Berni Vietnamese BEST WINGS Pluckers Wing Bar Wayne’s Wings Gold Feather Mattenga’s Pizzeria

BEST SEAFOOD Sea Island Smashin’ Crab Rebelle Fish City Grill SA Seafood

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Best of SA | People Haus of Erotique

Johnny Hernandez

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BEST AESTHETICIAN

Winner: The Lash Doctor 724 S. Alamo St., Suite 2 (210) 778-4504 thelashdoctorsa.com 2. The Injection Room 1010 S. Flores St., Suite 117 (210) 245-1420 theinjectionroom.com 3. Cera Studio 10615 Perrin Beitel Road #105 (210) 802-7260 facebook.com/cerastudiosa BEST ATTORNEY

Winner: Thomas J Henry thomasjhenrylaw.com 2. Joseph Hoelscher hgclaw.com/joe-hoelscher 3. Lora Lozano ladylawtx.com BEST BURLESQUE TROUPE

Winner: Haus of Erotique instagram.com/hausoferotique.tx

he term “burlesque” often evokes thoughts of the campy and titillating variety shows of yesteryear, and there’s no shortage of present-day troupes that excel at giving a sly nod to that particu-

lar art form. Haus of Erotique has won a local following with a slightly edgier approach, however — one heavier on fetish elements and kink than cheeky humor. The group’s shows even come with a sense of danger thanks to the incorporation of fire, either of the juggled of swallowed variety. In addition to regular performances in local nightspots, Haus of Erotique has roped in plenty of admirers with its Fet Gala, an annual showcase for its performers’ naughty charms that include anything from retro fashion shows to pole dancing displays. 2. Stars ’n Garters starsandgartersburlesque.com 3. Pastie Pops facebook.com/pastiepops BEST CHEF

Winner: Johnny Hernandez, Hernandez Restaurant Group chefjohnnyhernandez.com

ulti-time BOSA winner Johnny Hernandez has once again seized the distinction of being San Antonio’s Best Chef. It might be easy to attribute the continued wins to Hernandez’s ubiquity — after all, he helms the La Gloria, Burgerteca and Frutería Botanero concepts and has made plenty of TV appearances over the years. But

Kristi Waters

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2. Tim McDiarmid, The Good Kind Hospitality Group eatgoodkind.com

nected local organizations cut to the front of the line — “Maybe it wasn’t slimy, maybe it wasn’t shady, but how does it not look that way?” he said in an interview at the time. At the same time, McKee-Rodriguez has shown his ability to be more than a naysayer. Late last year, he won enough support from fellow council members to make a filing to expand the city’s non-discrimination ordinance to apply to all private businesses with 15 or more employees, a proposal still waiting for its day in front of the full council.

3. Lisa Astorga-Watel, Bistr09 bistr09.com

2. Sasha Wengler facebook.com/sasha.taylor.794628

BEST COMMUNITY ACTIVIST

3. Robert Salcido twitter.com/rob_salcido

BEST DRAG PERFORMER

it’s also a good bet the approachability of his food also plays into his popularity. Hernandez excels at introducing diners to authentic Mexican cuisine but with nods to flavor profiles familiar to San Antonians. And who among us isn’t genuinely excited to see a chef excel at elevating the cuisine that’s so deeply ingrained in and associated with our city?

Winner: Jalen McKee-Rodriguez twitter.com/theloserteacher

hile technically a member of city council rather than an activist in the traditional sense of the word, Jalen McKee-Rodriguez has nonetheless taken an activist’s fiery drive and progressive viewpoint to the dais during his first term representing District 2. From the start of his term McKee-Rodriguez has been unafraid to go against the grain when he senses council is catering to city elites. In February, he cast the sole vote against a distribution plan for federal pandemic relief funds that let three well-con-

Winner: Kristi Waters kristiwaters.com

ultitasking drag queen Kristi Waters is on a roll. For starters, she’s taking home her third consecutive win in this category — no easy feat considering the wealth of drag talent in our fine city. Amusingly hailed as “San Antonio’s Most Expensive Water,” the former Corpus Christi elementary school teacher also was recently named general manager of Paramour, where she rules the roost each weekend as

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Best of SA | People host of the chic rooftop bar’s wildly popular drag brunch series. And in June, the onetime drag mother of San Antonio-born Drag Race star Jorgeous got tapped as Grand Marshal of the inaugural Bud Light Pride River Parade & Celebration — an occasion that called for a Grecian-inspired gown custom made by Texas designer Rico Cavalli. Addressing the honor, Waters eloquently offered, “San Antonio has cultivated a rich LGBTQ+ culture of expression and celebration across the city, and I am both excited and deeply honored to be named the Parade Grand Marshal — especially in a year when self-expression, female empowerment, trans inclusivity and drag performance are at the heart of the public debate.” 2. Lyn-z Lang Andrews facebook.com/lynzlangandrews 3. Mehgan Iman Dlux instagram.com/mehgandlux BEST INSTAGRAM INFLUENCER

Winner: Ada Vox instagram.com/adavox

lamo City native and South San High School grad Adam Sanders is better recognized as his drag persona Ada Vox — the powerhouse vocalist who wowed audiences and won fans on Season 16 of American Idol and the inaugural season of Queen of the Universe. Buzzworthy turns on those shows earned Vox accolades from the likes of Katy Perry, RuPaul, Jennifer Holliday and Vanessa Williams — not to mention a fanbase of more than 100,000 followers the performer lovingly calls #Voxies. A free-flowing complement to her televised interpretations of classics by Radiohead, Etta James, Queen and Patti LaBelle, Vox’s Instagram page chronicles her career as a recording and touring artist — including recent appearances at RuPaul’s DragCon and Drag Fest UK — but also reveals the fierce, funny person underneath the wigs and makeup. Winning examples of Vox unplugged and unfiltered include pre-soundcheck vocal exercises in the bathroom and a clap back to a commenter who likened Drag Race star and Queen of the Universe judge Trixie Matel’s heavily painted face to a coloring book: “You really shouldn’t be disrespectful to people. Especially when you don’t know who they are. … That ‘coloring book’ is worth millions

of dollars. … That ‘clown’ is everything that I as an artist and businessperson aspire to be.”

Ada Vox

2. Siempre San Antonio instagram.com/siempre_sanantonio 3. SATX Foodie instagram.com/satx.foodie BEST LOCAL CELEBRITY

Winner: Rey Lopez facebook.com/reylopezentertainment

an Antonio boasts a vibrant LGBTQ+ community that’s long supported the art of drag through pageants, talent competitions and club nights. But all scenes can grow stagnant and benefit from being shaken up. Upon moving to the Alamo City in 2011, Brownsville transplant Rey Lopez found the drag scene to be waning and lacking a key component that was working well in other cities — performances by touring RuPaul’s Drag Race stars. Going out on a limb, Lopez booked fan favorite Manila Luzon to perform at the bygone nightclub Old San Juan. That show was a hit and inspired Lopez to continue booking Drag Race talent, first for shows at the Silver Dollar Saloon and eventually at Heat Nightclub. More than a decade into his career as a local LGBTQ+ nightlife innovator, Lopez seems to have found his groove in the theater-like setting of the Bonham Exchange’s upstairs ballroom. All hosted by snaggletoothed camp queen and former Best of San Antonio award winner Tencha La Jefa, these shows also highlight an array of local talents cultivated by Lopez’s weekly competition Drag Me to Fame. The fun-loving local celebrity’s upcoming engagements include Thursday night showcases for Angeria Paris VanMicheals (July 28), Bosco (August 11), Pangina Heals (August 18), Maddy Morphosis (August 25) and Jinx Monsoon (September 1). 2. Ada Vox adavoxofficial.com 3. Jesse Borrego twitter.com/thejesseborrego

LOCAL CLOTHING DESIGNER

Winner: Dakota Whitney facebook.com/dakota.whitney.73 2. Agosto Cuellar instagram.com/agostocuellar

Instagram / @adavox

3. Angelina Mata angelinamata.com

instagram.com/cynoffire 3. Dat Mayne DeeWayne goodvisualz.com

BEST LOCAL FILMMAKER

Winner: Justin Rodriguez instagram.com/bravepicture

BEST LOCAL POET

fter winning a $6,000 Luminaria Artist Foundation grant last year, local director and screenwriter Justin Rodriguez took the funds and produced the short film The Art of Dying, which debuted at CineFestival earlier this month. Rodriguez is currently working the festival circuit and hopes to reach more audiences with the short. The 2007 graduate of Holy Cross High School started making movies in 2016. The Art of Dying is his third short after LUSH and Glossolalia. “I was interested in film since I was a kid,” said Rodriguez, 33. “My parents were showing me R-rated movies since I was 5. I saw Terminator 2 when I was, like, 3.” Rodriguez said he considers each of his shorts better than the last, adding that he’s constantly learning. Now, he’s ready to make his first feature. “It’s going to be a psychological thriller,” he said. “I’m really excited about it, so I know I’m on the right path.”

Winner: Eddie Vega instagram.com/eltacolico

fter winning a $10,000 Luminaria Artist Foundation grant for literary arts last year, local poet Eddie Vega (Chicharra Chorus) started putting together a book of South Texas poetry called Asina Is How We Talk. The book, in preparation for publishing, includes poems from more than 25 writers. Vega’s contribution to the collection is his poem “The Culebra Meat Market Cumbia.” Although originally from McAllen, Vega has lived in San Antonio for about 30 years, so he knows a thing or two about the chain of local stores beloved by carnivores. “There’s always cumbia playing at the Culebra Meat Market,” Vega told the Current. “I feel like dancing every time I walk in. The poem is about the experience being there.” Vega is now working on his own book of poetry, which will also serve as a kind of memoir.

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Isis Romero 2. Andrea “Vocab” Sanderson andreavocabsanderson.com 3. Anthony “Anthony the Poet” Flores facebook.com/anthony.thepoet.3 BEST LOCAL RADIO SHOW

Winner: T-Bone’s Prime Cuts, KSYM ksym.org 2. The Savannah V Show, KLMO klmo989fm.com 3. Live on Air with Rita, Inspiration 4 Life inspiration4life.org BEST MASCOT

Julián P. Ledezma

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here have been a lot of changes at the anchor desks of San Antonio’s television news programs over the past few years, but one of the biggest was KSAT 12 letting go of Isis Romero days after her 2021 BOSA win as best anchor. Romero, who hails from Robstown, started out in 2004 at KZTV in Corpus Christi and in 2007 took the lead as 10 p.m. anchor at a Phoenix station. Her return to Texas put her behind the anchor desk at KSAT for a decade. After nearly a year off the air, she made a much-promoted return to San Antonio television this summer at KENS 5, where her husband Phil Anaya serves as a longtime weekend anchor. She now anchors that station’s 6 p.m. and 10 p.m. newscasts.

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2. Alicia Barrera, KSAT 12 ksat.com

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3. Ursula Pari, KSAT 12 ksat.com

3. Rowdy the Roadrunner, UTSA goutsa.com

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Winner: Bill Taylor, KENS 5 kens5.com 2. Adam Caskey, KSAT 12 ksat.com 3. Sarah Spivey, KSAT 12 ksat.com BEST NEWS ANCHOR

Winner: Isis Romero, KENS 5 kens5.com

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or the sake of transparency, we must point out that Julián P. Ledezma frequently does freelance work for the Current. However, as a tireless chronicler of San Antonio’s LGBTQ+ scene and the self-proclaimed “#GayestPhotographerInSATX,” it’s abundantly clear that Ledezma’s popularity transcends the shoots he does for us. He’s drawn praise for work capturing the color, vibrancy and irreverence of San Antonio’s drag scene, but his skill is equally evident in his shots of protest marches, folklórico dancers and nightclub revelers. As a day gig, Ledezma serves as a marketing specialist for the San Antonio Food Bank, an organization that has helped countless residents weather the pandemic and tough economic times. 2. Savannah B Photography savannahbphotography.photoshelter. com

respondents approved of Nirenberg’s performance as the city’s top elected official. While San Antonio has faced its share of challenges under his watch — the pandemic and a growing housing-affordability crisis among them — Nirenberg has proven himself as an effective communicator and a calming presence. The shitshows playing out in state and national politics have only amplified the perception that Nirenberg is a steady hand on the tiller. 2. U.S. Rep. Joaquin Castro castro.house.gov 3. Council Member Jalen McKeeRodriguez sanantonio.gov/council/d2 BEST REALTOR

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3. Josh Huskin joshhuskin.com

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BEST POLITICIAN

BEST SPORTS PERSONALITY

Winner: Mayor Ron Nirenberg sanantonio.gov/mayor

n 2019, as San Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg eked out a tight runoff victory over populist candidate Greg Brockhouse, it was clear the incumbent was struggling to connect with local voters. Clearly, that’s changed. In an April survey by local polling group Bexar Facts, 61% of

Winner: Coach Gregg Popovich, San Antonio Spurs ittle surprise here that Spurs Coach Gregg Popovich can add another win to his illustrious and decorated career. After finishing his 26th season at the wheel for the San Antonio Spurs, Coach Pop has set a high bar for outstanding character — from his outspoken solil-

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Best of SA | People Ray “Tattooed Boy” Scarborough

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oquies on social justice to his ongoing ability to cultivate a culture of success and professionalism among his Spurs. Luckily, we still have him around for another season of Spurs basketball. 2. Tim Duncan, ex-San Antonio Spurs 3. Sean Elliott, ex-San Antonio Spurs BEST SPURS PLAYER, ALL-TIME

Winner: Tim Duncan

fter recent rough seasons, it’s only natural for Spurs fans to yearn for the team’s former glories. And that’s why it makes sense to see Tim Duncan handily win this category. The golden era of Spurs basketball may be long gone, but the nostalgia remains stronger than ever. Duncan’s 19 career seasons with the Silver and Black and his loyalty to the city of San Antonio have made him an immovable fixture in the hearts of fans. As a five-time NBA champion, two-time NBA MVP and three-time Finals MVP, it’s clear the legend has yet to be dethroned as the city’s most beloved Spur. 2. Manu Ginobili 3. DeJounte Murray

BEST VISUAL ARTIST

Winner: Ray “Tattooedboy” Scarborough instagram.com/tattooedboy123

IN THE CITY!

long with making art about the city he loves, graphic designer Ray “Tattooedboy” Scarborough enjoys helping progressive political campaigns that inspire him. He recently designed a poster for Beto O’Rourke and presented it to the Democratic gubernatorial hopeful when he swung through San Antonio earlier this month. All proceeds made from the sale of the poster went to the O’Rourke campaign. “I guess if a Republican came to me, I would just charge them a lot of money — maybe a million dollars,” Scarborough, a graduate of Holmes High School, joked. “No, I would tell them no. I wouldn’t feel right. I have to deal with my conscience first.” Scarborough, who considers pop artist Roy Lichtenstein his hero, taught himself how to screen print during the pandemic. In May, he held his first solo art exhibition, Life Is Yours to Destroy, at the Blue Star. 2. Andy Benavides andybenavides.com 3. Colton Valentine instagram.com/colton_valentine

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Best of SA | Shopping BEST ADULT STORE

Sexology Institute

The Winner: Sexology Institute 707 S. St. Mary’s St. (210) 487-0371 sexologyinstitute.com

ome folks might read this category and muse, “Porn stores? Isn’t it free online?” But that’s not what our winner is all about. The Sexology Institute takes the “Institute” part of its name seriously, providing services such as counseling, seminars and workshops intended to spice up love lives. The retail and education spot also operates as an “all-inclusive space, open to all genders, sexual orientations, ethnicities, and body sizes.” This is 2022, and statements of equality are essential. In addition to offering a variety of apparel and toys, the Sexology Institute also is available to facilitate gatherings ranging from bachelorette parties to lunches to book clubs. So, feel free to use your imagination. Imagination is a key part of good sex, after all. 2. Adult Megaplex Multiple locations megaplexsa.com 3. Love Shack Boutique 1580 Babcock Road (210) 767-9411 theloveshackboutique.com

BEST ANTIQUE STORE

Winner: Karolina’s Antiques 1709 Blanco Road (210) 731-9787 karolinasantiques.com 2. Gifts from the Attic Victoria’s Black Swan Inn 1006 Holbrook Road (210) 596-0862 giftsfromtheattic.org 3. Armadillo Antiques N More 7243 Blanco Road (210) 236-5340 armadilloantiquestx.com BEST ARTISAN MARKET

Winner: Eagle’s Nest of San Antonio — The Healing Arts Festival & Market 1235 Basse Road (210) 669-7127 facebook.com/thehealingartsfestivalandmarket 2. Black Swan Market Days Victoria’s Black Swan Inn

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1006 Holbrook Road (210) 323-8424 victoriasblackswaninn.com 3. SoFlo Market 1344 S. Flores St. (210) 379-4638 facebook.com/soflomarket BEST BICYCLE SHOP

Winner: Bike World Multiple locations bikeworld.com

2. Pedal Guerrero 3700 Fredericksburg Road, Suite 101 (210) 314-1955 pedalguerrero.com 3. Bicycle Heaven Multiple locations bicycle-heaven.com

BEST BOOK STORE

Winner: Half Price Books Multiple locations hpb.com 2. The Twig Book Shop 306 Pearl Parkway, Unit 106 (210) 826-6411 thetwig.com 3. Nine Lives Books 7959 Fredericksburg Road, Suite 119 (210) 647-5656 ninelivesbooks.com BEST CAR DEALERSHIP

Winner: Jordan Ford 13010 I-35 North (210) 653-3673 jordanford.net

2. Cavender Chevrolet 30700 I-10 West, Boerne

(210) 721-6692 cavenderchevrolet.com 3. North Star Dodge 7242 San Pedro Ave. (210) 361-9086 northstardodge.net BEST CBD SHOP/SMOKE SHOP

The Winner: Bee’s Wellness Cafe 3030 Thousand Oaks Drive, Suite 102 (210) 836-8141 beeswellnesscafe.com

his establishment is owned and operated by one Blazey Bee, who goes by Brook Richie in the real world. The alliterative nickname seems to fit since some customers likely analogize her product to honey, that sweetest of nectars. After all, Ms. Bee has put plenty of effort into making her CBD and smoke shop

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among the most hospitable in San Antonio. Sure, Bee’s Wellness Café carries Delta-8 products, which offer a legal high. But the store’s focus is on the medicinal use of CBD — the non-psychoactive element of marijuana — which has aided the proprietor with back pain, high blood pressure and a tremor. BEST CBD SHOP

2. Cloud Craft Vape+Smoke 15139 Bulverde Road #101 (210) 951-8273 facebook.com/cloudcraftsa 3. CBD Relief 11627 Bandera Road (210) 366-4380 cbdrelief.care BEST SMOKE SHOP

2. Cloud Craft Vape+Smoke 15139 Bulverde Road #101 (210) 951-8273 facebook.com/cloudcraftsa 3. Lazydaze Coffeeshop 2166 Jackson Keller Road (210) 494-4420 lazydazeshop.com BEST CHILDREN’S STORE

Winner: Bambino’s 4940 Broadway St. (210) 824-7676

bambinosboutique.com 2. Crib & Kids 1309 N. Loop 410 West #106 (210) 764-2742 cribandkids.com 3. Nursery Couture 434 N. Loop 1604 #1104 (210) 494-2627 nurserycouture.com BEST CLOTHING BOUTIQUE/ VINTAGE SHOP

Winner: Grey Moon Vintage The Shops at Broadway News 2202 Broadway greymoon.online

n six short years, married duo Natalie Medina and Colin Bass have turned their sustainable small business Grey Moon Vintage into a must-stop shop for Alamo City nostalgics. Initially an Instagram e-tailer that gave way to a pop-up in a shipping container, Grey Moon is now housed in a lovingly refurbished 1969 Avion Travelcade trailer parked at the Shops at Broadway News. In keeping with its online roots, the compact shop on wheels posts regular merchandise updates, notifying its 10,000-plus Instagram followers about arrivals spanning from well-worn vintage tees and denim

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cutoffs to enamel pins and ’60s-era bowling shirts. Beyond the pre-loved duds, Grey Moon — a repeat winner in this category — also stocks contemporary giftables including branded totes and stickers, crystals, incense and handcrafted jewelry. BEST CLOTHING BOUTIQUE

2. Eye Candy Boutique Gardens at San Juan Square 2003 S. Zarzamora St., Unit 1101 (210) 363-3572 heyeyecandy.com

sy — Medical Center 7959 Fredericksburg Road, Suite 129 (210) 615-1229 dlair.net 3. Dragon’s Lair Comics & Fantasy — Alamo Ranch 5511 W. Loop 1604 North, Suite 111 (210) 647-6119 dlair.net BEST FARMERS MARKET

Winner: Pearl Farmers Market 303 Pearl Parkway (713) 805-0745 atpearl.com

3. Bella & Co. Boutique 10203 Culebra Road #8 bellacoboutique.com

2. Bandera Market 11851 Bandera Road, Helotes (740) 563-2274 banderamarket.com

BEST VINTAGE SHOP

2. Hello Tallulah 1912 Fredericksburg Road hellotallulah.com 3. Gifts from the Attic Victoria’s Black Swan Inn 1006 Holbrook Road giftsfromtheattic.org

3. Live Oak Farmer’s Market 8151 Pat Booker Road (210) 799-0176 facebook.com/liveoakfarmersmarketonpatbooker

BEST COMIC BOOK/GAME SHOP

BEST FLEA MARKET

Winner: Heroes & Fantasies Multiple locations heroesandfantasies.com

2. Dragon’s Lair Comics & Fanta-

Winner: Traders Village 9333 SW Loop 410 (210) 623-8383 tradersvillage.com

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Best of SA | Shopping Alamo City Popcorn

Furbaby Pet Boutique and Biscuit Bar Instagram / @alamocitypopcorn

2. Bussey’s Flea Market 18738 Interstate 35, Schertz (210) 651-6830 busseysfm.com 3. Bandera Market 11627 Bandera Road (740) 563-2274 banderamarket.com BEST FLOWER SHOP

Winner: Ray’s Floral Boutique Mobile raysfloralboutique.com 2. Oak Hills Florist 1729 Babcock Road (210) 349-6549 oakhillsflorist.com 3. Karen’s House of Flowers & Custom Creations 1632 Pat Booker Road, Suite 124, Universal City (210) 310-0007 universalcityflorist.com

Men look — whether it’s in a’50s- or ‘60s-era home or something newer — there’s Period Modern. The Olmos Park vintage furniture store isn’t for bargain hunters, but those seeking eclectic Danish design of decades past likely won’t be disappointed. Period Modern also engages customers with quirky items such as a chair fashioned after Joe DiMaggio’s baseball glove and the occasional live music performance in its showroom. The shop celebrated its 10th anniversary last November with a concert at the Lonesome Rose on the St. Mary’s Strip. 2. The Rustic Modern Boutique The Alley on Bitters 555 W. Bitters Road, Suite 103 (210) 272-0084 therusticmodernboutique.com 3. The Rustic Gallery 1401 N. Loop 1604 West, Suite 100 (210) 331-7158 therusticgallery.com

BEST FURNITURE STORE

BEST LOCALLY MADE PRODUCT

Winner: Period Modern 4347 McCullough Ave. (210) 902-1217 periodmodern.com

here’s no shortage of Mid-Century Modern homes in San Antonio, and for those keen on preserving that Mad

Winner: Alamo City Popcorn Co. 16634 San Pedro Ave. (210) 455-0138 alamocitypopcorn.com

luffy popped kernels are a mere blank canvas for the folks at Alamo City Popcorn Co., which embellishes the de-

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licious nuggets with 40 flavors. Among the newest creations are beer cheese and fried pickle — both on the savory side — and blueberry and root beer for those with a sweet tooth. The family-owned company offered popcorn as comfort food during the past two years’ pandemic lockdowns, allowing folks to customize an order of nine flavors in mini, junior or small Stuck At Home boxes delivered to their doorsteps. True to its SA roots, the company also sells colorful Fiesta popcorn and an Alamo City Street Corn flavor. 2. Candles By Scentaholics 401 E. Blanco Road, Boerne (830) 431-2258 candlesbyscentaholics.com 3. In the Weeds Premium Botanical Products 2003 S. Zarzamora St. #2104 shopintheweeds.com BEST MOTORCYCLE SHOP

Winner: Caliente Harley-Davidson 7230 NW Loop 410 (210) 681-2254 calienteharley.com 2. Javelina Harley Davidson 29078 I-10 West, Boerne (830) 755-5202 javelinaharley.com

3. The Motorcycle Shop 2423 Austin Highway (210) 654-0211 themotorcycleshopsa.com BEST PET BOUTIQUE

Winner: Furbaby Pet Boutique and Biscuit Bar 1619 Roosevelt Ave. (210) 383-2043 furbabypetboutique.company.site 2. Fifi & Fidos Pet Boutique 5120 Broadway (210) 822-2525 fifiandfidos.com 3. SouthPaw Waggery 317 Lexington Ave., Suite 4 (210) 444-9140 southpawwaggery.com BEST PLACE TO GET A PIÑATA

Winner: Alamo Candy Co. 1149 W. Hildebrand Ave. (210) 263-3258 alamocandycompanytx.com

t Alamo Candy Co., rows of colorful piñatas hang ready to have their bellies filled from shelves below. The store’s papier-mâché and crepe paper creations range from whimsical cartoon Minions to giant bottles of Corona beer. What makes the buying experience different from dozens of

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Best of SA | Shopping other local piñata retailers is the ability to customize the contents with the row upon row of Mexican and American candies that are the store’s mainstay. Alamo Candy also is known for its own house-made Mexican sweets that can be found at stores throughout the country.

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2. Amols’ Party and Fiesta Favors 227 Fredericksburg Road (210) 227-1457 amols.com 3. Fiesta on Main 2025 N. Main Ave. (210) 738-1188 alamofiesta.com BEST PLANT NURSERY

Winner: Rainbow Gardens Multiple locations rainbowgardens.biz

his family business started in 1976, before big-box home improvement retailers supplanted San Antonio’s many nurseries and garden centers. This favored flora retailer has continued to thrive since then by providing high levels of service at its two locations in Northwest and Northeast San Antonio. To that end, Rainbow Gardens puts on numerous educational events and seminars throughout the year and even has a kids’ garden club to keep the little ones involved. The centers’ big inventory and gorgeous garden displays make for an enjoyable stroll while shopping. 2. Shades of Green 334 W. Sunset Road (210) 824-3772 shadesofgreensa.com 3. Milberger’s Landscaping and Nursery 3920 N. Loop 1604 East (210) 497-3760 milbergernursery.com

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Vinyl. The store provides a comfortable, spacious browsing experience. That’s vital because physically digging through stacks of records is a big part of the vinyl shopping experience. Customers praise the staff for being friendly and knowledgeable — qualities that can be hard to find in tandem at record stores. This year, Southtown Vinyl even unseated long-running champs Hogwild Records in this Best of San Antonio category. If that’s not enough to lure vinyl fiends, there’s a Daft Punk mural on the side of the building. Hard to go wrong.

BEST RECORD STORE

2. Hogwild Records 1824 N. Main Ave. (210) 733-5354 facebook.com/hogwildrecords

3. CD Exchange Multiple locations cdexchange-sa.com

Winner: Southtown Vinyl 1112 S. St. Mary’s St. (210) 231-0512 southtownvinyl.com

he digital media boom has some folks convinced that physical media is dead and that streaming is the name of the game. Whoever subscribes to that notion clearly hasn’t checked out LP sales data lately — or visited Southtown

BEST THRIFT STORE

Winner: Spare Parts Center for Creative Reuse 13491 Wetmore Road

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ertified “Master Reuser” Mary Elizabeth Cantu has spent more than a decade developing Spare Parts — a sustainability-focused nonprofit she launched partly in response to statewide budget cuts in arts education. While Cantu has been rightfully applauded over the years for collecting and distributing thousands of pounds of donated art supplies to educators and classrooms in need, she’d long dreamt of a permanent home for Spare Parts. That dream became a reality in 2020 when she opened the Spare Parts Center for Creative Reuse. Dedicated to advancing “reuse and sustainability through creativity and the arts,” the shop isn’t your run-of-the-mill thrift store. Instead, it serves as a repository for pre-owned creative materials, making it a goldmine for crafters and makers of all ages. In addition to providing eco-friendly design inspiration at bargain basement prices, Spare Parts is a worthy destination for unwanted fabric, jewelry, painting and printmak-

ing supplies. Donations are accepted by appointment only. A testament to its mission, the shop diverted more 20,000 pounds of materials from area landfills last year alone. 2. Texas Thrift Multiple locations buythrift.com 3. Boysville Auxiliary Thrift Store 307 W. Olmos Drive (210) 826-2195 boysvillethriftstore.com BEST VAPE SHOP

Winner: Planet K Multiple Locations planetktexas.com

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Best of SA | Around Town BEST ART GALLERY

Winner: Brick at Blue Star 108 Blue Star (210) 262-8653 brickatbluestar.com

lthough not an art gallery in the traditional sense, Brick brims with all flavors of visual expression. Billed as a “blank canvas where your ideas and vision will come alive,” the warehouse-style space in the Blue Star Arts Complex lights up on the regular for DIY pop-ups, live music, burlesque performances, even life-drawing sessions set to DJ beats. An adaptable, approachable location that’s affordable for creatives to rent, Brick has hosted upward of 4,000 events since its inception in 2014. As such, the venue is anything but predictable — save for its signature Sunday Art Market. A beloved Sunday Funday tradition for San Antonio culture seekers, the long-running market brings together a broad assortment of local artists, crafters and makers in a convivial atmosphere complete with a bar. 2. Hopscotch 711 Navarro St., Suite 100 letshopscotch.com 3. Presa House Gallery 725 S. Presa St. (210) 913-5842 presahouse.com

BEST BARRE STUDIO

Winner: Smart Barre Multiple locations smartbarrebody.com

2. Pure Barre Stone Oak 21019 U.S. Highway 281 North, Suite 33 (210) 529-1728 purebarre.com 3. Pure Barre Alamo Heights 5500 Broadway (210) 392-2380 purebarre.com BEST BOWLING ALLEY

Winner: Bowlero Multiple locations bowlero.com

2. Bandera Bowling Center 6700 Huebner Road (210) 523-1716 banderabowlingcenter.com 3. Astro SuperBowl

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3203 Harry Wurzbach Road (210) 824-6348 astrosuperbowl.com BEST CITY PARK/BEST PLAYGROUND

Winner: Hemisfair 434 S. Alamo St. (210) 709-4750 hemisfair.org

owntown destination Hemisfair has long been popular with locals and tourists alike. Each year, it plays host to major festivals including Día de Los Muertos and the annual contemporary art celebration Luminaria, and it’s also home to the Magik Theatre, voted Best Community Theater in this year’s readers’ poll. Beyond that, the park houses an array of eateries and drinkeries including Box Street Social, CommonWealth Coffeehouse & Bakery, Lick Honest Ice Creams and Dough Pizzeria Napoletana. Hemisfair’s Yanaguana Garden, the park’s 4.1-acre playground, was opened to the public in 2015. Named after Yanaguana, the Payaya indigenous village of San Antonio’s first inhabitants, it’s one of downtown’s most popular family attractions. The playground includes all the swings and climbable structures a kid could ask for., along with animal-shaped mosaic artwork and other public art to enjoy

as well as stone ping-pong tables, a sandbox and a splash pad to keep everyone cool during the hot Texas summer. Events including storytime, fitness classes and arts and crafts activities are also a draw. BEST CITY PARK

2. Phil Hardberger Park 13203 Blanco Road and 8400 NW Military Highway (210) 492-7472 philhardbergerpark.org 3. Brackenridge Park 3700 N. St. Mary’s St. (210) 207-7275 brackenridgepark.org

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orth Central San Antonio’s Laugh Out Loud Comedy Club is the city’s primary stop for touring comedians who aren’t among the tiny percentage who can fill arenas and big theaters. Managed by the Improv comedy clubs, LOL recently welcomed standups including Anjelah Johnson-Reyes (MADtv), Mark Curry (Hangin’ with Mr. Cooper) and Pauly Shore (Encino Man). This summer’s schedule includes Mark Normand (Inside Amy Schumer), Carlos Ballarta (Furia Ñera) and Tony Hinch-

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2. Phil Hardberger Park 13203 Blanco Road and 8400 NW Military Highway (210) 492-7472 philhardbergerpark.org 3. Pearsall Park 4838 Old Pearsall Road (210) 207-7275 sanantonio.gov/parksandrec BEST COMEDY CLUB

Winner: Laugh Out Loud Comedy Club 618 NW Loop 410 (210) 541-8805

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Best of SA | Around Town cliffe (One Shot). Among the bigger names expected later this year are Carlos Mencia (Mind of Mencia), Paul Rodriguez (Clifford the Big Red Dog) and Matthew Broussard (The Mindy Project). 2. Upstage Comedy Lounge 4441 Walzem Road (210) 231-0474 upstagecomedylounge.net 3. Blind Tiger Comedy Club 902 NE Loop 410 (210) 828-1470 blindtigercomedyclub.com BEST COMMUNITY THEATER

Winner: The Magik Theatre 420 S. Alamo St. (210) 227-2751 magiktheatre.org 2. Woodlawn Theatre 1920 Fredericksburg Rd. (210) 267-8388 woodlawntheatre.org

3. The Public Theater of San Antonio 800 W. Ashby Place (210) 733-7258 thepublicsa.org BEST DOG PARK

Winner: Phil Hardberger Park 13203 Blanco Road and 8400 NW Military Highway (210) 492-7472 philhardbergerpark.org

ive oaks stretch over threeplus acres that comprise Phil Hardberger Park’s two offleash dog parks. The parks feature separate areas for “all dogs” and “small dogs,” allowing furry

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friends to roam and play worry-free. These facilities pull out all the stops, offering dog-friendly water fountains, picnic tables, obstacle courses and even a double-decker doghouse in the east park’s small-dog area. If your pup still isn’t tuckered out after mixing and mingling with other canines, feel free to hit one of Phil Hardberger Park’s pet-friendly nature trails. 2. Hops & Hounds 13838 Jones Maltsberger Road (210) 592-9400 hopsandhoundsllc.com 3. McAllister Park 13102 Jones Maltsberger Road (210) 207-7275 sanantonio.gov/parksandrec

BEST EVENT VENUE

BEST FAMILY ATTRACTION

Winner: Majestic Theatre 224 E. Houston St. (210) 226-3333 majesticempire.com

iven its opulent decor, it stuns some to learn the Majestic Theatre originally opened in 1929 as a movie house. With a capacity of more than 3,700, it was the nation’s second largest such venue at the time. Today, the Majestic is recognized as a National Historic Landmark and hosts high-profile touring musicals, concerts and other stage productions. So far this year, the downtown theater has welcomed shows including RuPaul’s Drag Race: Werq the World Tour, Tori Amos: Ocean to Ocean Tour and Summer: The Donna Summer Musical. Expect it to be sold out for a bevy of other top-notch touring shows, including Mean Girls the Musical, Steve Martin & Martin Short: You Won’t Believe What They Look Like Today! and Chris Rock: Ego Death World Tour. 2. Tobin Center 100 Auditorium Circle (210) 223-8624 tobincenter.org

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Winner: San Antonio Zoo 3903 N. St. Mary’s St. (210) 734-7184 sazoo.org

3. The Aztec Theatre 104 N. St. Mary’s St. (210) 812-4355 theaztectheatre.com

t isn’t just San Antonio families that love our zoo — in addition to winning this category twice in a row, it was named the best zoo in the state by the Texas Travel Awards this year. In operation since 1914, the local attraction is home to hundreds of animal species on its over 50-acre campus. The zoo is accredited by the Association of Zoos & Aquariums and works with other organizations around the world to conserve wildlife as part of its mission. In the fall of 2021, the zoo opened the new Neotropica realm, which features an updated habitat for endangered jaguars. An overhead catwalk allows the jaguars to traverse between two habitats. Other updates include a new 4D Theater and the renovation of the F.C. Hixon Bird House. 2. Six Flags Fiesta Texas 17000 Interstate 10 West (210) 697-5050 sixflags.com/fiestatexas 3. Morgan’s Wonderland 5223 David Edwards Drive (210) 495-5888 morganswonderland.com

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Best of SA | Around Town BEST FITNESS STUDIO

Winner: Amor Cycling Studio + Fitness 4515B San Pedro Ave. (210) 550-4314 amorcyclingstudio.com 2. Alamo City Fitness 202 Somerset Road (210) 485-8331 facebook.com/AlamoCityFitness 3. Studio 360 12403 Nacogdoches Road, Suite 104 (210) 314-1409 facebook.com/Studio360fitnessandnutrition BEST HOSPITAL

Winner: Methodist Hospital Medical Center 7700 Floyd Curl Drive (210) 575-4000 sahealth.com/locations/methodist-hospital 2. University Hospital 4502 Medical Drive (210) 358-4000 universityhealthsystem.com/locations/ university-hospital 3. Children’s Hospital of San Antonio 333 N. Santa Rosa St. (210) 704-2011 christushealth.org/locations/childrens-hospital BEST INFRARED SAUNA

Winner: Sweat Equity Infrared Saunas 809 S. St. Mary’s St. (210) 375-5319 sweatequitysa.com 2. FLOAT Wellness Spa 4535 Fredericksburg Road #201 (210) 562-3310 floatsa.com

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(210) 245-1420 theinjectionroom.com 3. 4Ever Young Anti Aging Solutions 555 E. Basse Road, Suite 206 (210) 239-1624 fyinstitute.com/location/san-antonio BEST MOVIE THEATER

Winner: Alamo Drafthouse Park North 618 NW Loop 410 (210) 677-8500 drafthouse.com/san-antonio/theater/ park-north

he Alamo Drafthouse theater chain endured tough times during the pandemic, but it clearly hasn’t lost its appeal for San Antonio moviegoers. The Austin-based company filed for

bankruptcy protection in March 2021 and permanently closed its Westlakes location a month later. Still, its Park North location is going strong, welcoming back many of the patrons who had stayed away as the COVID-19 crisis was at its worst. In addition to its pre-show reels featuring cheesy movie clips and periodic revival screenings and fests, the theater offers eight auditoriums and boasts 35mm film and digital projection/3D capabilities. A matinee movie ticket runs $8.50. Much of Drafthouse’s appeal comes from the ability to nosh and drink during the movies. Try the Royale with Cheese and a Mexican Vanilla Shake. 2. Santikos Palladium 17703 I-10 West (210) 798-9949 santikos.com/san-antonio/palladium

3. CryoFit Alamo Heights 6486 N. New Braunfels Ave. (210) 375-9087 mycryofit.com BEST MED SPA

Winner: Magnolia Medical & Aesthetics 19141 Stone Oak Parkway, Suite 504 (210) 600-3335 magnoliamedskin.com 2. The Injection Room 1010 S. Flores St., Suite 117

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3. EVO Entertainment – Schertz 18658 I-35 North, Schertz (210) 764-6986 evocinemas.com/schertz BEST MURAL

Winner: Selena by Alan Calvo Alamo Candy 1149 W. Hildebrand Ave. (210) 734-8672 alamocandy.com

f you scroll through the Instagram posts tethered to the geolocation Alamo Candy, you’ll notice that more than a few photos have nothing to do with candy at all. Instead, you’ll find San Antonio artist Alan Calvo’s exuberant Selena mural functioning as a candy-colored backdrop. One of two murals Calvo painted at the site using an old-school gridding method — the other being Postcard of San Antonio — his Selena depicts the Queen of Tejano donning her iconic purple jumpsuit and belting out a tune, perhaps “Como la Flor”? As Calvo explained during a recent interview with the Texas Public Radio program Fronteras, he grew up in the orbit of Selena and other Tejano stars due to his late father Alberto “Alegre” Calvo’s role as a beloved Spanish-language radio personality. “It’s a part of my life,” the visual artist told TPR’s Norma Martinez. Speaking about the vibrant Aztec imagery and symbols that light up the mural’s background, Calvo continued, “Basically what I’m trying to do is inspire the up-and-coming generations

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to stay in touch with their culture. … And Selena is one of the highest representations of that.” 2. Hispanic Elvis by Colton Valentine 802 San Pedro Ave. 3. La Veladora of Our Lady of Guadalupe by Jesse Treviño 1315 Guadalupe St.

lion “New Witte” campaign, has funded renovations and added award-wining architecture and exhibits. Truly a part of Alamo City’s DNA, the Witte continues to hold appeal for curious children and adults alike. 2. McNay Art Museum 6000 N. New Braunfels Ave. (210) 824-5368 mcnayart.org

BEST MUSEUM

3. San Antonio Museum of Art 200 W. Jones Ave. (210) 978-8100 samuseum.org

BEST NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION

Winner: Witte Museum 3801 Broadway (210) 357-1900 wittemuseum.org

ith a premier location at the edge of Brackenridge Park and right by the San Antonio River, the Witte Museum is uniquely poised to teach San Antonio residents about South Texas history, culture and natural science. The Witte’s mission of education accessibility goes way beyond its well-loved K-12 field trips, Free Tuesdays at the museum and the online programming launched to expand students’ learning options during the pandemic. The Witte is also a research museum, with labs in archaeology, history, geology and paleontology — along with housing for 320,000 artifacts and specimens. Further, the museum has continued to expand its scope since its founding nearly a century ago. Its most recent large-scale project, the $100 mil-

Winner: Morgan’s Wonderland 5223 David Edwards Drive (210) 495-5888 morganswonderland.com

stablished in 2010, Morgan’s Wonderland is the world’s first and only fully accessible theme park. Having served children and families from all 50 U.S. states and more than 70 countries, Morgan’s Wonderland displays a steadfast commitment to inclusion and acceptance, creating a fun, safe and collaborative environment for all individuals regardless of age or ability. Morgan’s Wonderland is devoted to breaking down economic barriers in addition to physical barriers, offering free admission to all guests with

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physical, cognitive or developmental disabilities. The park is home to four one-of-a-kind wheelchair-accessible rides — a carousel, train, Ferris wheel and track-based car ride — plus playgrounds and shady sitting areas, an indoor playscape, a fishing pond and a water park. Families can find a variety of other accessible facilities in the park’s surrounding area, including Morgan’s Wonderland Sports, Morgan’s Wonderland Camp and the Multi-Assistance Center (MAC), which is set to open in October 2022. The MAC will provide social, financial and medical services to individuals with disabilities, all under one roof. 2. Pride Center San Antonio 1303 McCullough Ave., Suite 160 (210) 370-7743 pridecentersa.org

Winner: San Antonio Humane Society 4804 Fredericksburg Road (210) 226-7461 sahumane.org 2. San Antonio Pets Alive! Multiple locations (210) 370-7612 sanantoniopetsalive.org 3. Animal Defense League Multiple locations adltexas.org (210) 655-1481 Winner: Lucy’s Doggy Daycare and Spa Multiple locations lucysdoggydaycare.com (210) 495-3647

Winner: Elsewhere Garden Bar & Kitchen 103 E. Jones Ave. (210) 446-9303 elsewheregarden.com 2. The Good Kind 1127 S. St. Mary’s St. (210) 801-5892 eatgoodkind.com

BEST PET ADOPTION

BEST PET BOARDING

3. Rise Recovery 2803 Mossrock Drive (210) 227-2634 riserecovery.org BEST PATIO

3. Down on Grayson 303 E. Grayson St. (210) 248-9244 downongrayson.com

2. Pup Pup & Away 5722 Kenwick St. (210) 899-1688 puppupandawaysa.com 3. Tail Waggerz Daycare & Boarding 5407 Bandera Road, Suite 117 (210) 647-7760 tailwaggerzsa.com

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BEST PLACE TO GET PAMPERED

Winner: Massage Therapy by Krissy 10615 Perrin Beitel Road, Suite 301 (210) 391-7588 massagetherapybykrissy.com

driveinusa.com/nb 2. Mission Marquee Plaza 3100 Roosevelt Ave. (210) 207-8612 missionmarquee.com

2. Beauty Haus SA 119 Heiman St. (210) 600-3373 jonabelles-beauty.com

3. Travis Park 301 E. Travis St. (210) 207-3677 travisparksa.com

3. Turquoise Springs Medical Spa 14800 San Pedro Ave., Suite 202 (210) 253-3313 turquoisesprings.com

BEST PLACE TO WORK

BEST PLACE TO PEOPLE WATCH

2. Parkhurst NuVision 9725 Datapoint Drive, Suite 106 (210) 940-3984 sanantonio-lasik.com

Winner: The Pearl 303 Pearl Parkway (210) 212-7260 atpearl.com

2. The River Walk thesanantonioriverwalk.com 3. Elsewhere Garden Bar & Kitchen 103 E. Jones Ave. (210) 446-9303 elsewheregarden.com BEST PLACE TO WATCH A MOVIE OUTSIDE

Winner: Stars & Stripes Drive In 1178 Kroesche Lane, New Braunfels (830) 620-7469

Winner: H-E-B Multiple locations heb.com

3. Sweat Equity Infrared Saunas 809 S. St. Mary’s St. (210) 375-5319 sweatequitysa.com BEST PUBLIC SWIMMING POOL

Winner: San Pedro Springs Park 2200 N. Flores St. (210) 732-5992 sanantonio.gov/parksandrec

here’s a reason San Pedro Springs Park keeps winning this category: it’s just that good. This public pool stands

apart from the rest for its amenities, natural setting and rich history stretching back to the 18th century. Built out of a lakebed, the spacious, spring-fed pool is only around five feet deep, yet it remains surprisingly cool in the brutal heat due to ample shade from nearby Cypress trees. Barbecue grills are also available for groups looking to enjoy a poolside cookout. The pool had a shorter swim season this year, only opening on July 3, but we’re guessing plenty of residents will make time to visit before summer starts to fade. 2. Woodlawn Lake Park 221 Alexander Ave. (210) 732.5789 sanantonio.gov/parksandrec 3. Concepcion Park 600 E. Theo Ave. (210) 532-3473 sanantonio.gov/parksandrec

14800 San Pedro Ave., Suite 202 (210) 253-3313 turquoisesprings.com BEST TANNING SALON

Winner: Glow On The Go Tan SA Mobile vickidfitnesstherapy.com 2. The Glow Guru SA Mobile (830) 377-8074 instagram.com/theglowgurusa 3. Kissed by the Caribbean Mobile Spray Tanning Mobile (361) 816-8064 kissedbythecaribbean.com BEST TATTOO SHOP

Winner: Ink Couture Tattoos Multiple Locations inkcouturetattoos.com

BEST SPA

Winner: Beauty Haus SA 119 Heiman St., Suite 300 (210) 600-3373 jonabelles-beauty.com 2. Hiatus Spa + Retreat 312 Pearl Parkway, Building 4, Suite 4112 (210) 202-3355 hiatusspa.com 3. Turquoise Springs Medical Spa

ith three stores appointed more like high-end salons than traditional flash-on-the-walls tattoo shops, it’s clear that Ink Couture aims to create an upscale experience around getting inked. That’s also apparent from perks such as private tattoo rooms, virtual consultations and courtesy transportation from local military bases. But a posh setting isn’t going to win over tattoo enthusiasts unless a

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studio’s work is outstanding. Based on its Best of San Antonio win, Alamo City residents certainly seem to think that’s the case at Ink Couture, which has a stable of 24 artists able to work in styles including neo-traditional, Japanese and military all the way to cutting-edge techniques such as watercolor and 3D.

(210) 212-7260 atpearl.com

2. Element Tattoo 4741 Fredericksburg Road (210) 979-9877 elementtattoo.com

Winner: The Ghost Tracks 2902 Shane Road

3. Buddha Box 5337 Glen Ridge Drive (210) 647-2929 buddha-box.com BEST TOURIST ATTRACTION

Winner: The River Walk thesanantonioriverwalk.com 2. The Pearl 303 Pearl Parkway

2. The Missions 6701 San Jose Dr. (210) 534-8875 nps.gov/saan BEST URBAN LEGEND

he Ghost Tracks have long reigned as San Antonio’s favorite urban legend, and handily win this category year after year. Perhaps it’s because — unlike local legends like the Donkey Lady and La Llorona — you can go check them out for yourself. Used to be, you could throw your car in neutral on the railroad tracks at 2902 Shane Road and feel an invisible push moving you forward and out of danger. Lore attributed this to the tiny hands of ghost

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children, who died when their school bus was hit by an oncoming train in the early 1900s. The truth is that the force moving your car was just gravity — the tracks simply had a slant which allowed vehicles to glide forward when in neutral. The trick hasn’t even worked since 2018, because Union Pacific leveled the elevation when it added a second track. That hasn’t stopped San Antonians from clinging to their favorite urban legend, though. 2. La Llorona 3. Victoria’s Black Swan Inn 1006 Holbrook Road (210) 323-8424 victoriasblackswaninn.com BEST VIEW

Winner: Tower of the Americas 739 E. César E. Chávez Blvd. (210) 223-3101 toweroftheamericas.com

2. The Moon’s Daughters Thompson San Antonio – Riverwalk 115 Lexington Ave. (210) 942-6032 themoonsdaughters.com 3. La Cantera Resort & Spa 16641 La Cantera Parkway (210) 558-6500 lacanteraresort.com BEST YOGA STUDIO

Winner: Black Swan Yoga Multiple locations blackswanyoga.com 2. House of RhythOM 7302 Louis Pasteur Drive (210) 902-8337 houseofrhythom.com 3. Honest Soul Yoga Multiple locations honestsoulyoga.com

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Best of SA Finalists | Around Town Best Art Gallery Brick at Blue Star Arts Complex Hopscotch Immserive Art Gallery Presa House Creative Eye AnArte Gallery

Best Med Spa Magnolia Medical & Aesthetics The Injection Room 4Ever Young Anti Aging Turquoise Springs Medical Spa Nova Aesthetics

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Best of SA | Nightlife Bonham Exchange

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BEST BAR/DANCE CLUB/ DRINK SPECIALS/GAY BAR

Winner: The Bonham Exchange 411 Bonham St. (210) 224-9219 bonhamexchange.com

f Pose emcee Pray Tell, immortalized by Billy Porter, was tasked with distilling the Bonham Exchange into a single ballroom category, he might come up with something along the lines of “Gay Disco with a Side of Historical Realness.” Although Porter isn’t among the stars who have graced the multilevel downtown club over the decades, he’d easily find something to love here. For starters, the San Antonio landmark is housed in a former German athletic club built in 1891 — if only walls could talk, honey. After passing through its stately entrance, the grand hallway that leads to the main dance floor simplyscreams for a dramatic runway strut. And around almost any corner, you’ll find your way to a bar slinging budget cocktails to a wildly mixed crowd of revelers. While all walks come here to dance — to trash disco and club bangers that span the eras — theBonham also boasts a lowkey back patio that’s ideal for mingling and a wraparound balcony with top-notch views of all the dance-floor action. Recently treated to a COVID-era face lift, the venue’s stately upstairs

ballroom is looking mighty fine. It also regularly welcomes RuPaul’s Drag Race stars and local performers alike to a storied stage that’s hosted icons ranging from Iggy Pop to Tina Turner. BEST BAR

2. Elsewhere Garden Bar & Kitchen 103 E. Jones Ave. (210) 446-9303 elsewheregarden.com 3. Hugman’s Oasis 135 E. Commerce St. (210) 441-7225 hugmansoasissatx.com BEST DANCE CLUB

2. Brass Monkey 2702 N. St. Mary’s St. instagram.com/brassmonkeytx 3. Heat Nightclub 1500 N. Main Ave. (210) 227-2600 heatsa.com BEST DRINK SPECIALS

2. Pegasus 1402 N. Main Ave. pegasussanantonio.com 3. Southtown 101 101 Pereida St. (210) 263-9880

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the food, expect a 45-foot Ferris wheel.

BEST GAY BAR

2. The Esquire Tavern 155 E. Commerce St. (210) 222-2521 esquiretavern-sa.com

2. Pegasus 1402 N. Main Ave. (210) 299-4222 pegasussanantonio.com

3. Francis Bogside 803 S. St. Mary’s St. (210) 369-9192 francisbogside.com

3. Sparky’s 1416 N. Main Ave. (210) 320-5111 sparkyspub.com

BEST BAR GAMES

BEST BAR FOOD

Winner: Elsewhere Garden Bar & Kitchen 103 E. Jones Ave. (210) 446-9303 elsewheregarden.com

lsewhere was lauded by readers as Best New Bar a couple of years ago. Clearly, it’s also become a go-to for diners who like their burgers, sandwiches, salads and tacos locally sourced and with a view of the Museum Reach of the San Antonio River. Whether it’s a big, hand-breaded chicken sandwich with Philly waffle fries you’re after, or a more adventurous combo of gochujang cauliflower wings and a PB&J burger, the smallish menu packs big flavor. For those on the far North Side, Elsewhere has a second location in the works. Instead of a view of the river to go with

Winner: Slackers Multiple locations instagram.com/slackersbarsa 2. Chicken and Pickle 5215 UTSA Blvd. (210) 874-2120 chickennpickle.com 3. Elsewhere Garden Bar & Kitchen 103 E. Jones Ave. (210) 446-9303 elsewheregarden.com BEST BARTENDER

Winner: Vikki Buchanan, The Bonham Exchange 411 Bonham St. (210) 224-9219 bonhamexchange.com

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Best of SA | Nightlife 2. Stephan Mendez, The Esquire Tavern 155 E. Commerce St. (210) 222-2521 esquiretavern-sa.com 3. Debbie (Boo), The Good Kind 1127 S. St. Mary’s St. (210) 801-5892 eatgoodkind.com BEST BLOODY MARY

Winner: The Hayden 4025 Broadway (210) 437-4306 thehaydensa.com

2. El Luchador 622 Roosevelt Ave. (210) 988-3385 facebook.com/luchadorbarsa 3. Southtown 101 101 Pereida St. (210) 263-3753 southtown101.net BEST COUNTRY BAR

Winner: Thirsty Horse Saloon 2335 NW Military Highway (210) 348-1513 thirstyhorse.net 2. Lonesome Rose 2114 N. St. Mary’s St. (210) 455-0233 thelonesomerose.com 3. SA Country Saloon 1134 W. Hildebrand Ave. (210) 908-9393 facebook.com/SaCountrySaloon BEST CRAFT BEER SELECTION

Winner: Flying Saucer Draught Emporium 11255 Huebner Road, Suite 212 (210) 696-5080 beerknurd.com 2. Elsewhere Garden Bar & Kitchen 103 E. Jones Ave. (210) 446-9303 elsewheregarden.com 3. Big Hops Multiple locations bighops.com BEST DIVE BAR

Winner: The Bang Bang Bar 119 El Mio Drive

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(210) 320-1187 thebangbangbartx.com 2. SA Country Saloon 1134 W. Hildebrand Ave. (210) 908-9393 facebook.com/SaCountrySaloon 3. Faust Tavern 517 E. Woodlawn Ave. (210) 257-0628 facebook.com/thefausttavern BEST HAPPY HOUR

Winner: The Good Kind 1127 S. St. Mary’s St. (210) 801-5892 eatgoodkind.com

his Southtown culinary fave boasts affordable prices 3-6 p.m. Tuesday through Friday on beer, cocktails, well drinks and even frozen margaritas. But beyond the generous three-hour window, The Good Kind stands out for offering half-price on certain appetizers and an $8 burger and fries from the kitchen driven by well-known local chef and James Beard Fellow Tim McDiarmid, who’s also behind Tim the Girl Catering. The view of downtown from a secluded and quiet patio under the trees sure doesn’t hurt either. 2. Slackers Multiple locations instagram.com/slackersbarsa

3. Hanzo 7701 Broadway, Suite 124 (210) 826-1488 hanzobar.com

of Texas craft beers skews toward San Antonio-area brews. The Mediterranean-inspired food menu includes appetizers and a few entrees, while the offerings expand from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday to feature brunch items including shakshuka and a lobster scramble.

BEST HOOKAH BAR

Winner: Naara Cafe 9329 Wurzbach Road, Suite 101 (210) 558-9800 naaracafe.com

2. Menger Bar The Menger Hotel 204 Alamo Plaza (210) 223-4361 mengerhotel.com

2. Habibi Cafe 5306 Broadway (210) 437-0242 facebook.com/heightshookahcafesa

3. Ocho Hotel Havana 1015 Navarro St. (210) 222-2008 havanasanantonio.com

3. Amore Bistro 4553 N. Loop 1604 West (210) 492-4994 amorebistrosa.com

BEST ICE HOUSE

Winner: The Friendly Spot 943 S. Alamo St. (210) 224-2337 thefriendlyspot.com

BEST HOTEL BAR

Winner: The Moon’s Daughters The Thompson Hotel 115 Lexington Ave. (210) 942-6032 themoonsdaughters.com

he appeal of the indoor-outdoor bar atop the Thompson Hotel on San Antonio’s River Walk may primarily come down to its view, especially at night, when the bar dims and the city comes alive with lights. But there’s more to The Moon’s Daughters. The rooftop drinkery’s small cocktail menu is plenty enticing, and a curated selection

here may be two bars with dozens of taps and hundreds of cans and bottles showing off a wealth of beer choices, but at The Friendly Spot you’re just as likely to see a table full of people with Lone Stars in hand as pints of IPA. Dogs on leashes and kids (not on leashes) enjoying the fenced-in playground add to the neighborhood, we’re-allin-this-together feel of the place. That vibe is especially noticeable when folks

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Best of SA | Nightlife Rosario’s

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come out to watch the Spurs play on the giant, blowup Slab Cinema screen. Pub and San Antonio-style snacking foods come out of the kitchen until midnight. 2. The Dakota East Side Ice House 433 S. Hackberry St. (210) 375-6009 thedakotasa.com 3. Lucy Cooper’s Ice House Multiple Locations lucycoopers.com BEST KARAOKE BAR

Winner: Dad’s Karaoke 2615 Mossrock Drive (210) 267-5703 facebook.com/dadskaraoke 2. Pegasus 1402 N. Main Ave. pegasussanantonio.com 3. Cootey’s Tavern 8318 Jones Maltsberger Road #128 (210) 342-4998 BEST LOCAL BREWERY

Winner: Man Overboard Brewing Company 1203 Camden St. (210) 290-8474

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ess than a year after its opening, this veteran-owned brewery near the Pearl complex has already made a big splash with fans. Man Overboard keeps as many as 12 beers on draft along with a limited selection of seltzers, which is quite a feat on a three-barrel brewing system. Its beer styles run the gamut but lean heavily toward Belgian and American favorites. Some of the brews are named after the owners, but in keeping with its vet-owned status, nautical and naval themes dominate. For example, the Big Stick brown ale derives its moniker from a nickname for the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt. 2. Weathered Souls Brewing Co. 606 Embassy Oaks #500 (210) 274-6824 weatheredsouls.beer 3. Künstler Brewing 302 E. Lachapelle St. (210) 688-4519 kuenstlerbrewing.com

BEST MARGARITAS/BEST MICHELADAS

Winner: Rosario’s Cafe y Cantina Multiple locations rosariossa.com

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he Mexican hand-shaken margarita with Hornitos Reposado is an oft-ordered libation at Southtown favorite Rosario’s, though we suggest branching out every so often with a jalapeño or watermelon mint variation, just to keep things interesting. The Mexican eatery also has a hold on the preparation of a classic michelada — their take on the quintessential beer cocktail is equal parts savory, spicy and refreshing. Served in icy, massive Tajin-rimmed goblets, these bloody mary-adjacent tipples are just the ticket for a hot summer day. BEST MARGARITAS

2. La Gloria Multiple locations chefjohnnyhernandez.com 3. Sancho’s 628 Jackson St. (210) 320-1840 sanchosmx.com BEST MICHELADAS

2. Brooster’s Backyard Icehouse 815 Pleasanton Road (210) 253-9104 facebook.com/broostersbackyard

(210) 908-9393 facebook.com/sacountrysaloon BEST MUSIC VENUE

Winner: Paper Tiger 2410 N. St. Mary’s St. papertigersatx.com

f your tastes run to indie, punk, extreme metal, hip-hop or anything slightly off the beaten musical path, there’s a good chance you have hit up a show at Paper Tiger. And, to be sure, the venue has hosted some legendary ones. The venue includes two stages — a main room is mostly reserved for shows featuring larger and mid-sized touring acts, while a smaller one serves as a showcase for up-and-comers or local acts. The courtyard, equipped with its own bar and picnic tables, offers plenty of room to step out for a breather, a little conversation or to stand around and pointedly ignore opening bands. Just make sure your arms are crossed if the latter is your jam. 2. Majestic Theatre 224 E. Houston St. (210) 226-3333 majesticempire.com

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Best of SA | Nightlife Bar Loretta

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Winner: Bar Loretta 320 Beauregard St. (210) 757-3607 barloretta.com

ar Loretta’s owners arrived in King William full of New York savvy and immediately elected to temper it with South Texas spice and swagger. Accordingly, the booze list offers mezcals from artisanal producers such as Vago, El Rey Campero and Ilegal. The tequilas on offer include big guns such as Don Julio 1942 and Fortaleza Reposado. There are even uncommon agave offshoots such as bacanora and raicilla for those with an adventurous palate. Beyond the extensive bar offerings, Loretta’s stylishly comfortable ambiance lends itself to three-course dinners, date nights or even casual happy-hour outings. We’d also be remiss not to mention the service, provided by folks who embody the ideals of hospitality in a time where genuine affability is rare indeed. 2. 1902 Nightclub 1174 E. Commerce St. (210) 890-1265 1902satx.com 3. Bar 7 8827 State Highway 151 (210) 257-9726 bar7sa.com

BEST SPORTS BAR

Winner: Little Woodrow’s Multiple locations littlewoodrows.com 2. Slackers Multiple locations instagram.com/slackersbarsa 3. Bar Three Twenty-One 321 N. Main Ave. bar321sa.com BEST SUNDAY FUNDAY

Winner: Paramour Drag Brunch 102 9th St., Floor 4 (210) 417-6559 paramourbar.com 2. Elsewhere Garden Bar & Kitchen 103 E. Jones Ave. (210) 446-9303 elsewheregarden.com 3. The Good Kind 1127 S. St. Mary’s St. (210) 801-5892 eatgoodkind.com BEST WINE BAR

Winner: Copa Wine Bar 19141 Stone Oak Parkway, Suite 704 (210) 495-2672 thecopawinebar.com

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2. Little Death 2327 N. St. Mary’s St. (210) 264-6472 littledeathwine.com 3. High Street Wine Co. 302 Pearl Parkway #104 (210) 908-9144 highstreetwine.com

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Best of SA Finalists | Nightlife BEST BAR The Bonham Exchange Elsewhere Garden Bar & Kitchen Hugman’s Oasis Boxcar Bar Artisan Distillery and Craft bar

BEST HOOKAH BAR Naara cafe Habibi Amore Bistro Hookah Harem Alchemy Hookah

BEST BAR FOOD Elsewhere Garden Bar & Kitchen The Esquire Tavern Francis Bogside Hoppy Monk Bar Loretta

BEST HOTEL BAR The Moon’s Daughters The Menger Bar Ocho Sternewirth Tavern

BEST BAR GAMES Slackers Chicken and Pickle Elsewhere Garden Bar & Kitchen Camp 1604 Lucy Cooper’s Icehouse BEST BARTENDER Vikki Buchanan @ The Bonham Exchange Stephan Mendez @ The Esquire Tavern Debbie (Boo) @ The Good Kind Louis Rubio @ The Heat Night Club Mauricio Romo @ Boxcar Bar BEST BLOODY MARY The Hayden El Luchador Southtown 101 Bombay Bicycle Club Artisan Distillery and Craft Bar BEST COUNTRY BAR Thirsty Horse Saloon Lonesome Rose SA Country Saloon Silver Dollar El Honky Tonk BEST CRAFT BEER SELECTION The Flying Saucer Elsewhere Garden Bar & Kitchen Big Hops The Growler Exchange The Dooryard BEST DANCE CLUB The Bonham Exchange Brass Monkey Heat Nightclub 1902 El O jo BEST DIVE BAR The Bang Bang Bar SA Country Saloon Faust Tavern Hermann Sons Rathskeller Bar Cootey’s Tavern BEST DRINK SPECIALS/CHEAP DRINKS The Bonham Exchange Pegasus Southtown 101 Boxcar Bar El Luchador BEST GAY BAR The Bonham Exchange Pegasus Sparkys Heat Nightclub SA Country Saloon BEST HAPPY HOUR The Good Kind Slackers Sports Bar Hanzo Boxcar Bar The Hayden

BEST ICE HOUSE The Friendly Spot Icehouse The Dakota East Side Ice House Lucy Cooper’s Icehouse Brooster’s Backyard Icehouse Aquaduck BEST KARAOKE BAR Dad’s Karaoke Pegasus Cootey’s Tavern and Karaoke Bar Backyard on Broadway The Lost Bar BEST LOCAL BREWERY Man Overboard Brewing Company Weathered Souls Kunstler Brewing Second Pitch Beer Company Roadmap Brewing BEST MARGARITAS Rosario’s Mexican Restaurant La Gloria Sanchos The Good Kind BEST MICHELADAS Rosario’s Brooster’s Backyard Icehouse SA Country Saloon Boxcar Bar Artisan Distillery and Craft Bar The Dooryard BEST MUSIC VENUE Paper Tiger Majestic Theatre Tobin Center for Performing Arts White Water Amphitheater Sam’s Burger Joint BEST NEW BAR Bar Loretta 1902 Bar 7 Three Star Bar Otro Bar BEST SPORTS BAR Little Woodrow’s Slackers Bar Three Twenty One BEST SUNDAY FUNDAY Paramour Drag Brunch Elsewhere Garden Bar & Kitchen The Good Kind Bonham Exchange Hills and Dales Icehouse BEST WINE BAR Copa Wine Bar Little Death High Street Wine Queso Pan y Vino Eleven O Two

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Best of SA | Services BEST ALTERATION SHOP

Winner: Kim’s Alterations 1155 Harry Wurzbach Road (210) 821-6005

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2. Wah Tee Tailoring 7700 Broadway (210) 637-0785 wahtee.com 3. Sunny’s Alterations 19903 Stone Oak Parkway, Suite 113 (210) 462-1683 sunnysalteration.com BEST BARBER SHOP

Winner: Mike’s Hair Lounge 258 Tarasco St. (210) 313-4340 mikeshairlounge.com 2. Puro Handsome Barbershop 228 E. Houston St. purohandsome.com 3. Traveler Barbershop Multiple locations (210) 600-3344 travelerbarbershop.com BEST CHIROPRACTOR

Winner: Peterson Chiropractic 4230 Gardendale #201 (210) 864-5220 petersonchiropractic.org 2. The Nest Chiropractic and Wellness Multiple locations (210) 323-2163 yoursanantoniochiropractor.com 3. Cross Timbers Chiropractic 14802 Jones Maltsberger Road, Suite 2201 (726) 245-2210 crosstimberschiropractic.com BEST COSMETIC SURGERY

Winner: Alamo Plastic Surgery 19016 Stone Oak Parkway, Suite 240 (210) 670-5302 alamoplasticsurgery.com 2. Hill Country Plastic Surgery 9150 Huebner Road #162 (210) 658-3555 hillcountryplasticsurgery.com 3. Dr. Christopher Micallef 18322 Sonterra Place, Suite 107 (210) 495-5771 BEST CRYO THERAPY

Winner: CryoFit Alamo Heights

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6486 N. New Braunfels Ave. (210) 375-9087 mycryofit.com 2. Sweat Equity Infrared Saunas 809 S. St. Mary’s St. (210) 375-5319 sweatequitysa.com 3. Restore Hyper Wellness Multiple locations restore.com BEST DENTIST

Winner: Dr. Kara Tapangan, Sonterra Dental 255 E. Sonterra Blvd. #150 (210) 341-3222 sonterradentalcare.com

nlike most people, Harlingen native Dr. Kara Tapangan loved going to the dentist as a kid. “I didn’t realize how much people hated it until I went into practice,” said Tapangan, 30. “At Sonterra, we try to make it as comfortable and easy as possible.” Tapangan enjoys

working in dentistry because it’s one of the few medical fields where same-day pain relief is possible. “It’s really humbling to know that I have the ability to help people in that way,” she said. “It’s also really amazing to be able to give people full smiles or teeth to function with, which is really life changing.” Last year, Tapangan exported her capacity to change lives by traveling to the Dominican Republic to provide free implants for patients. She’s a member of the American Dental Association and Texas Dental Association, among other recognized dentistry organizations. “It’s a beautiful practice,” she said. “There’s nowhere else I’d rather be.”

BEST DERMATOLOGY PRACTICE

2. Dr. Kaci Tibbetts, KLT Dentistry 3223 Thousand Oaks Drive #102 (210) 496-5422 kltdentistry.com

Winner: Five Star Cleaners Multiple locations myfivestarcleaners.com

3. Brook Hollow Family Dentistry 15068 San Pedro Ave. (210) 494-7681 brookhollowfamilydentistry.com

Winner: Dermatology San Antonio Multiple locations dermsanantonio.com 2. Alamo Heights Dermatology 131 W. Sunset Road #101 (210) 255-8447 alamoheightsderm.com 3. Vista Dermatology 27511 I-10 West, Building 2, Boerne (210) 698-0500 vistadermsa.com BEST DRY CLEANER

ith more than a dozen locations across San Antonio, we’re guessing Five Star’s convenience factor plays into its Best of San Antonio win. Beyond the chain’s ubiquity, all its

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Best of SA | Services

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locations offer same-day service, and many also offer drive-thru and drop boxes as well. Five Star also offers a locker service where the cleaner brings the service directly to customers. Plenty of the company’s five-star reviews also mention its friendly staff and dedication to service. 2. Comet Cleaners and Laundry Multiple locations cometsatx.com 3. Culpepper Cleaners Multiple locations culpeppercleaners.com BEST HAIR SALON

Winner: Look Salon 7701 Broadway, Suite 139 (210) 826-5665 look.salon

t was always a dream of hairstylist Damian Gonzales to open his own business. While he had experience working at other area salons, he

wanted to manage and teach his own team. So, in 2018, he opened Look Salon. “It’s something I always want to do, and I realized it was time,” said Gonzales, 44. “I love making the clients happy on a day-to-day basis.” Look’s two “big-ticket items” are balayage and hair extensions, the former a technique where a stylist hand-paints highlights onto hair to create a natural gradation of lightness. Gonzales considers it an art form. “It’s like you’re painting a canvas,” he said. A 1996 graduate of South San West Campus High School, Gonzales said stylists — besides knowing how to style hair — should bring a terrific personality to the job. That combination of know-how and personality may explain why he’s booked six to eight weeks in advance. “You get to know people very well,” he said. “You become friends with most of them.” 2. Elena Salon Studios 2193 NW Military Highway (210) 467-2562 elenasalonstudios.com

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3. Pretty Chic’ Salon 238 N. Loop 1604 West, Suite 205 (210) 410-4684 facebook.com/prettychicsalon

2. Jon Wayne Service Co. Multiple locations (210) 293-6700 jonwayne.com

BEST HVAC/AC

3. Air Cantu 419 Utopia Lane (210) 333-6838 aircantu.com

Winner: Caliente Plumbing, Heating & Air 16106 University Oak, Suite 2 (210) 330-3000 calienteplumbing.com

BEST IV HYDRATION

he San Antonio heat can be brutal, so it makes sense that folks here would be particular about whom they call to keep their AC in tip-top shape. Locally based Caliente has racked up plenty of five-star reviews, which praise both the company’s affordability and attention to service. Much of the praise also goes to the company’s work crews for arriving in a timely manner, because — let’s face it — spending any time in the Alamo City with an inoperable AC just isn’t an option.

Winner: DRIP IV Lounge 1020 Navarro St. (210) 998-2348 dripivtx.com 2. CryoFit Alamo Heights 6486 N. New Braunfels Ave. (210) 375-9087 mycryofit.com 3. Sweat Equity Infrared Saunas 809 S. St. Mary’s St. (210) 375-5319 sweatequitysa.com

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La Romero Nails BEST INSURANCE AGENCY

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2. AHIA ahiabenefits.com

3. Ford Landscape and Lawn Care (210) 885-7950 sanantoniotxlandscaper.com

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3. Leal Insurance Services lealinsurance.com BEST LASIK PROVIDER

Winner: Parkhurst NuVision 9725 Datapoint Drive, Suite 106 (210) 864-5618 sanantonio-lasik.com 2. South Texas Eye Institute 2424 Babcock Road, Suite 101 (210) 692-1388 southtexaseyeinstitute.com BEST LAWN CARE

Winner: Heritage Landscapes 10221 Desert Sands St. (210) 372-7569 heritagelandscapestx.com 2. Singer Services (210) 934-8895

BEST MOVERS

Winner: Einstein Moving Co. 3400 Nacogdoches Road, Suite 6 (210) 775-1525 einsteinmoving.com 2. Careful Movers 8309 Speedway Drive (210) 308-6683 carefulmoversinc.com 3. Swift Movers LLC 1316 Austin St., Building A (210) 371-5766 swiftmoverz.com BEST NAIL SALON

Winner: La Romero Nails 4115 Medical Drive, Suite 205 (512) 844-8534 instagram.com/laromeronails

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espite the challenges of opening a nail salon soon after the pandemic reached U.S. shores in 2020, owner GG Christopher said the past two years have been a positive experience. Her creativity and love for nail art drove her to opening the business. “Even as a kid, I’ve always been artistic,” said Christopher, 35. “But I stopped for a few years, and then didn’t start drawing again until I started drawing on nails.” Some of her most elaborate creations include nails with glitter, gems and customized art. She even painted the characters from the Toy Story franchise on one client’s nails. “Anything colorful!” Christopher said. Last year, Christopher, who attended John Jay High School, earned a certificate to become a certified master pedicurist. Her favorite part of her job as a nail technician is helping people with their nail health. “That part brings me a lot of joy. I love seeing the transformation.” 2. Feral Nails TX 4115 Medical Drive, Suite 205 facebook.com/feralnailslz

3. Fourthrocknails 16601 Blanco Road #205 (210) 900-5668 fourthrocknails.glossgenius.com BEST ORTHODONTIST

Winner: Dr. Katie Vo, Texas Family Orthodontics 10350 Bandera Road, Suite 122 (210) 256-9767 texasfamilyorthodontics.com 2. Brook Hollow Family Dentistry 15068 San Pedro Ave. (210) 494-7681 brookhollowfamilydentistry.com 3. Dr. Frank P. Ramos, Absolute Dental Care 11230 West Ave., Suite 3205 (210) 524-9866 absolutedentalcarepllc.com BEST PLUMBING COMPANY

Winner: Will Fix It 3535 Metro Parkway (210) 944-1924 willfixit.com

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2. Jon Wayne Service Co. Multiple locations (210) 293-6700 jonwayne.com

3. Ideal Precision Roofing 10634 Gulfdale Dr., Suite 1 (210) 794-6578 idealprecisionroofing.com

3. Caliente Plumbing, Heating & Air 16106 University Oak, Suite 2 (210) 330-3000 calienteplumbing.com

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2. Solar Edge Pros LLC 11010 Coachlight St., Suite 102 (210) 401-9030 solaredgepros.com

Winner: Design Roofing 12227 Huebner Road, Suite 107 (210) 744-7500 design-roofing.com 2. Integrity Roofing & Siding 4807 West Ave. (210) 340-7663 integritysa.com

Winner: Beldon Roofing Co. 5039 West Ave. (800) 688-7663 beldon.com

3. Design Roofing 12227 Huebner Road, Suite 107 (210) 744-7500 design-roofing.com

Ambassadors will be available at community events throughout the summer to give career assessments, share information on available programs, and help you get started on the path to your future. That’s college made for you and your brightest future. Register now for fall classes. Visit alamo.edu/explore for a complete schedule of events.

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TUE | 08.02 SUN | 08.07 FI LM

SAN ANTONIO FILM FESTIVAL

San Antonio Film Festival founder and executive director Adam Rocha and his army of interns really wanted to get Oscar-winning actor Matthew McConaughey (Dallas Buyers Club) down to the Alamo City for the 28th annual fest, but as of press time, they have not yet heard from the Uvalde native. They did, however, send him a funny, five-minute video encouraging him to make an appearance. In the video, the SAFILM crew determine that if they were unable to get the star to stop by, they would have to hire a McConaughey impersonator instead. The short features a handful of wannabes McConaugheys (McConnabes?) doing questionable impressions from the actor’s projects, including The Wolf of Wall Street, Interstellar, True Detective and Dazed and Confused. “Say, man. You going to the San Antonio Film Festival?” one of the actors asks during his audition. “Be a lot cooler if you did.” The real McConaughey might not be present for the festival, but there will be plenty of movies to keep people entertained over the six-day event. Some of the titles attendees can expect to see in their film catalogs this year include Goldilocks and the Glorious Losers, The Man Behind the Camera and Kung Fu Girl. “SAFILM continues to build our growing reputation as a world leader in cinema,” Rocha said. “Our mission clearly states that we serve as an accessible and inclusive platform for artists in the category of cinema and provide cinematic culture to a diverse audience.” Visit SAFILM.com for a full lineup of films screening this year. $5.99-$149.99, various times, Radius Center, 106 Auditorium Circle #120, (210) 227-8111, safilm.com. — Kiko Martinez

FRI | 07.29 FI LM

TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES Everyone’s favorite heroes in a half shell are hitting the big screen at SAMA’s Film on the Green event, presented in partnership with Slab Cinema. This outdoor film screening on SAMA’s West Courtyard is big on both family fun and ’90s nostalgia. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles documents the journey of the reptilian dream team, from their humble

Reminder:

sewer-surfing beginnings through their transformation into crime-fighting and pizza-loving humanoids tasked with saving the world from the evil Shredder. Due to limited space, admission will be first come, first served — so arrive early and with your lawn chairs, blankets and snacks in hand. However, for the safety of others and to ensure the cleanliness of the grounds, the museum is asking attendees to keep pets and alcoholic beverages at home. Free, 8:30 p.m., San Antonio Museum of Art, 200 W. Jones Ave., (210) 978-8100, samuseum.org. — Caroline Wolff

Warner Bros.

Although live events have returned, the COVID-19 pandemic is still with us. Check with venues to make sure scheduled events are still happening, and please follow all health and safety guidelines.

SUN | 07.31 COMEDY

KURTIS CONNER Sporting the most incredible mullet-mustache combo you’ve seen out-

THU | 08.04 SUN | 08.07

vehicles such as the Back to the Future DeLorean time machine, the Stranger Things Hawkins Police Department SUV and even Lightning McQueen from Pixar’s Cars film series. Also look out for the standard convention fare at this event, including an artists’ alley, various exhib-

SPECIAL EVEN T

itors and panels. $15-$145, 2-8 p.m. Thursday, 1-8 p.m. Friday, 10:30 a.m.-8

side of Hawkins, Indiana, comedian Kurtis Conner came onto the scene

SUPERHERO CAR SHOW & COMIC CON

in 2014 when he began performing around his native Canada. Since

PMX Events — also known as the organizers of Celebrity Fan Fest — are

then, he’s grown a significant following on YouTube and made waves

back at the Freeman Coliseum and Expo Hall for a multi-day fan event

calling out other comedians for mocking topics like domestic violence

of a slightly different kind. The Thomas J Henry Superhero Car Show &

p.m. Saturday, 10:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Sunday, Freeman Coliseum & Expo

and spiking drinks without consent. Some of his other topics include the awfulness of classic rock lyrics that have aged poorly, and he’s

Halls, 3201 E. Houston St., (210) 226-1177, pmxevents.com. — Macks Cook

FRI | 08.05 COMEDY

noted for his ability to kill a room with a well-delivered dad joke. His self-released 2016 debut album Cuppla Jokes hit the top spot-on iTunes

COMEDY BANG! BANG! LIVE

comedy, and he hosts the podcast Very Really Good with Drew Gooden

In celebration of its 13th anniversary, the weekly podcast hosted by

and Danny Gonzalez. $34.50-$75, 7 p.m., Tobin Center for the Performing

Scott Aukerman (director of Between Two Ferns) is currently on tour and

Arts, 100 Auditorium Circle, (210) 223-8624, tobincenter.org.

making a San Antonio stop to entertain fans with its unique brand of

— Mike McMahan

humor. Referred to by some as Humanity’s Podcast, the show includes

Disney+

Comic Con will feature meet-and-greets with many beloved celebrities, including Simu Liu (Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings), Ewan McGregor (Obi-Wan Kenobi), Hayley Atwell (Captain America) and superstar wrestler Hulk Hogan. Other guests include veteran voice actors Chuck Huber (Dragon Ball Z, My Hero Academia) and Caitlin Glass (Ouran High School Host Club, Fullmetal Alchemist). As the name suggests, a car show is also part of the draw. Expect to see famous TV and movie Courtesy of Tobin Center for the Performing Arts

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MEAN GIRLS

Based on the 2004 cult classic comedy film, Tony-nominated Broadway musical Mean Girls will take the stage in August for an eight-show run. From the director of The Book of Mormon, this stage production has all the humor and verve of the film that has captured millions of hearts around the world, although now embellished with catchy tunes, stunning vocal performances and vibrant set design. New girl Cady Heron devises a scheme to end the oppressive reign of queen bee Regina George and her proteges, known as the Plastics, in this tale of a twisted high school hellscape that’s equal parts sharp, scandalous and — of course — so fetch! $45-$167, 7:30 p.m. Tuesday-Thursday, 8 p.m. Friday, 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. Saturday, 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Sunday, Majestic Theatre, 224 E. Houston St., (210) 226-3333, majesticempire.com.— CW

guests doing celebrity impersonations, skits, improv-style games and

her parents to a sleepy

creating other silliness on stage. Notable games include “Riddle Me

mountain resort. When

This,” where a guest sets up a joke with a question, followed by contes-

Baby starts attending

tants making up answers and voting for the funniest response. There’s

dance lessons, she develops

also “Freestyle Rap Battle/Contest,” in which guests compete as rap art-

a crush on resort dance

ists, and “What Am I Thinking?” where guests use word association to

instructor Johnny (Patrick

guess the word their counterparts are about to say. Recent guests have

Swayze), along with an

included Adam Pally (Happy Endings), Jon Daly (Kroll Show), Jack Quaid

untamable passion for

(Vinyl), Andy Richter (Conan) and Ben Schwartz (Parks and Recreation).

dance. As Baby and Johnny

As of press time, the podcast had wrapped up episode No. 765. When

turn up the tempo in their

discussing how many episodes he’d like to make before calling it quits,

relationship, Baby realizes

Aukerman joked a few years ago that 1,000 episodes might be the

her plans may not be hers

magic number. “Honestly, 1,000 is great for a baseball player,” he said.

after all — but rather her

“Why wouldn’t I want to achieve that?” In 2012, the podcast spun off

father’s — and she becomes

into at TV show on IFC that lasted for five seasons. $39.50-$175, 7 p.m.,

determined to take control

Charline McCombs Empire Theatre, 226 N. St. Mary’s St., (210) 226-3333,

of her own destiny. Camp

majesticempire.com. — KM

Legacy’s whimsical and woodsy event has far more

TUE | 08.09 FI LM

CAMP LEGACY: DIRTY DANCING

to offer than just a feel-good flick. Expect tents, cocktails and free dance lessons with Vertical Expression starting at 6 p.m. Register online to

Fans of ’80s movies have the chance to relive a steamy coming-of-age

reserve a spot. Free, 7 p.m.,

classic with an outdoor screening of Dirty Dancing, the final film in

Legacy Park, 103 W. Houston

Legacy Park’s Camp Legacy Movie Series. A colossal hit in its day, the

St., westonurban.com/lega-

film follows Baby (Jennifer Grey) — a squeaky clean daddy’s girl with

cy-park. — CW

dead-set plans to join the Peace Corps — on a summer vacation with

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E M P LOY M E N T Marathon Petroleum Company LP in San Antonio, TX is hiring for the following: Advanced Information Technology Business Analyst. Acts as a liaison between the Information Technology (IT) development group and the company’s business units for the development and implementation of new systems and enhancement of existing systems. Prioritizes business requests. Visit our career website at https://jobs.marathonpetroleum.com/ and apply online. EOE: Veteran/Disability

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AUGUST 31, 2022 at 3:00P at SAN ANTONIO VEHICLE IMPOUND FACILITY

ALL VEHICLES LISTED BELOW WERE IMPOUNDED BY SAN ANTONIO POLICE DEPT. AND WILL BE SOLD VIA JOYRIDEAUTOS.COM OR LIVE IN PERSON TO BE DETERMINED ID#

YEAR

MAKE

MODEL

VIN NUMBER

FEES

4892806

2005

OTHER NOT IN LIST

MOTORCYCLE

LWGYCBL0450D00345

$3,076.10

4499909

2008

YAMAHA

MOTORCYCLE

B118E014385

$7,449.40

4508033

2018

OTHER NOT IN LIST

GO CART

L5CSELLK8HM000372

$7,391.15

4546788

2006

NISSAN

ALTIMA

1N4AL11D66C183940

$6,958.15

4009746

2006

DODGE

CARAVAN

1D4GP21EX6B516012

$13,821.20

4087396

1900

OTHER NOT IN LIST

ATV

L6UB4HA23KA002380

$12,695.40 $5,760.70

4649116

2014

OTHER NOT IN LIST

MOTORCYCLE

L37MMGFV6EZ020409

4724220

2019

OTHER NOT IN LIST

MOTORCYCLE

LWGMDYZD9KA000005

$4,916.35

4742421

2000

OTHER NOT IN LIST

EXCAVATOR

4981M12925

$4,706.55

5007007

1997

OTHER NOT IN LIST

GOLF CART

1064058

$1,978.65

4597464

1982

KAWASAKI

MOTORCYCLE

JKAKZLB17CA005341

$6,198.60

4147081

2017

TRAILER

3T9B32D11HG064063

$11,894.35

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