San Antonio is one of the best destinations in Texas not only for its history and culture but also because of its thriving food scene. We’ve listed down 15 breakfast restaurants that will make a great start to your day.
These breakfast spots are so diverse that they could be a Tex-Mex restaurant, a bakery or coffee shop, or a classic breakfast taco.
Despite being the oldest city in Texas, there are still some surprises left up San Antonio’s sleeve. They have some new and refreshing takes on breakfast and are constantly opening up new spots that are becoming a part of local favorites.
San Antonio has a lot of great places to start your day.
The Comfort Cafe
Photos: Kirsten W., Kate A.
Nestled in the gorgeous Oak tree laden Los Patios, The Comfort Café needs no introduction.
Top Review: “This place has earned 6 (out of 5) stars in my book & nothing less would be appropriate.
The food was AMAZING. My husband had stuffed waffles and I had the Lone Star (eggs, bacon, sausage, and pancakes.) My pancakes where REALLY fluffy, full of flavor and perfectly cooked, which is what I wanted. The sausage was also very special and the bacon & eggs where normal & very delicious.
We found out LATER* that you “pay what you can.” As a non-profit, all proceeds go to a program that helps recovering addicts turn their lives around. All of the employees there are participants of this program & are volunteering their time to bring us the delicious food.
Say no more!!! We stopped at the gift shop and tried to get as much as we could. $$$
I love this concept & I hope it gets duplicated because we need more places like this in the world.
My heart is full, my belly is full.” – Sue Ellen
Menu: Comfort Cafe Menu
2015 NE Loop 410 San Antonio, TX 78217, (512) 360-2100
La Fonda on Main
La Fonda on Main is a Mexican restaurant that has been around for decades. It is located in south San Antonio, but it’s worth the drive as this establishment serves one of the best Migas tacos ever.
While there are many good breakfast taco places in SA, these tostadas from La Fonda are a must-try. The Mexican restaurant is a neighborhood gem and has a diverse brunch menu.
Top Review: “I would rate 6-stars if I could. The food was AMAZING, and tasty and the portion was huge. We ordered in the brunch menu and it was magnifique. The Mole xiqueno was out of this world, I would always order that whenever I come here. We also got the Tex-Mex special enchiladas. Everything was so great.” – Phuong P.
Menu: La Fonda on Main Menu
Neighborhood: Downtown
Price: $$
Availability: open for indoor dining, Brunch hours: Saturday and Sunday, 10 AM – 3 PM
2415 North Main Ave, San Antonio, TX 78212, (210) 733-0621
Magnolia Pancake Haus
Magnolia Pancake Haus is a great spot for classic American breakfast.
Family-owned and operated since 2000, it’s known for its delicious pancakes, waffles, omelets, and French toast. It’s probably the best pancake spot in San Antonio!
From the owner: “What started as a little pancake haus on West avenue has grown to be one of San Antonio’s favorite restaurants. We continue to refine and elevate what Breakfast can and should be.” – Trisha S.
Top Review: “The food was awesome. I had the smoked pork calicote hash with poached eggs that were cooked to perfection. The wait was long but worth it.” – Thaddeus B.
Menu: Magnolia Pancake Haus Menu
Availability: open for dine-in, take-out, and online ordering. Brunch hours: 7 AM – 2 PM
Neighborhood: North San Antonio
Price: $$
2070 TX-1604 Loop 78232, San Antonio, TX 78216, (210) 496-0828
NOLA Brunch & Beignets
Established in 2017, Nola Brunch & Beignets is a New Orleans-themed restaurant that’s located on The Strip.
They have an interesting menu of food with flavors that are inspired by the Big Easy City, including their brunch favorites like beignets, cafe au lait, eggs rockafella, bread pudding french toast, and po’boys.
It is best for those who want to try something new yet familiar at the same time.
Top Review: “Third time eating here with wildly different experiences except for food quality. Easily on point & fabulous and consistent. Love the $30 Mimosa kits you can have here or to go. Beignets are NOLA savage.” – Jennifer L.
Menu: Nola Brunch & Beignets Menu
Neighborhood: The Strip Entertainment District
Price: $$
Availability: open for indoor dining, Wednesday to Sunday: 8 AM – 2 PM, No reservations
720 E. Mistletoe, San Antonio, TX 78212, (210) 320-1572
Cappy’s Restaurant
Cappy’s is one of the most popular breakfast spots in San Antonio with three locations around Alamo Heights alone.
They serves classic American comfort foods and it also has a great selection of egg dishes. It’s well-known for its Tex-Mex dishes, but the star of the show is its weekend brunch.
Try out the truffled scrambled eggs, cold water lobster tail, gluten-free pancakes, or the Gulf shrimp omelets.
Top Review: “Had an amazing birthday brunch at Cappy’s today! This place is super-cute and the food is delicious! Also, the service was top-notch! All the staff was very nice and attentive. Everyone who walked by wished me a happy birthday and I even got a free birthday dessert…chose the sticky toffee pudding…Yumm” – Olga B.
Menu: Cappy’s Menu
Neighborhood: Alamo Heights
Price: $$$
Availability: open for indoor dining, Brunch Hours: Saturday 11 AM – 2:30 PM & Sunday 10 AM – 3 PM
5011 Broadway, San Antonio, TX 78209, (210) 828-9669
Liberty Bar
Liberty Bar specializes in American cuisines and it features a traditional breakfast menu that includes pancakes, French toast, omelets, and more.
What I love about this place is its atmosphere which feels like you’re stepping back into history with old wooden tables and vintage decorations adorning the walls of the establishment.
Top Review: “Great service and atmosphere. We went for Sunday brunch and started with perfect Bloody Marys. Loved the food as well.” – Gary A.
Menu: Liberty Bar Menu
Neighborhood: King William historic district
Address: 1111 S. Alamo St. San Antonio, TX 78210
Price: $$
Availability: open for limited indoor and outdoor dining. Brunch: Saturday to Sunday: 11 AM – 2 PM
See the Redfin article we were featured in Welcome to the Alamo City: Unique Things to Do in San Antonio | Redfin
La Panaderia
If you want to have a more authentic breakfast experience then La Panaderia is the place.
La Panaderia in San Antonio was established in 2013 by two brothers from Mexico City. They have been baking for over two decades and learned the art from their Mother who was also a baker.
They serve delicious Mexican pastries such as conchas, orejas, as well as croissants. Definitely try the Monkey Bread or the Nutella Cruffin!
Their mix of Mexican-inspired breakfasts and handy to-go pastries make them the ideal way to start a day!
Top Review: “This is a must-stop in San Antonio. The long lines outside tell you in well in advance that you are in for some good food. We both got egg dishes one with ham and cheese the other with chorizo. Both dishes had eggs nestled within huge flaky croissants. I had a side of amazing rice and corn. We also got six different pastries to share with family. Among our favorites was the Tequila almond croissant and blueberry bear claw, yum-yum-yum! Even with long lines outside, there was available seating inside.” – Donna B.
Price: $$
Availability: open for indoor dining, pick-up, & delivery. Hours vary per location.
Neighborhood: Alamo Heights, downtown, La Cantera Heights
La Cantera Heights: 17030 Fiesta Texas Dr. Suite 105 San Antonio, TX 78256
Alamo Heights: 8305 Broadway San Antonio, TX 78209
Downtown: 301 E. Houston St. San Antonio, TX 78205
The Guenther House
The Guenther House is a historic site that was built in 1859 and it now serves as a restaurant.
This place specializes in German cuisine, but their breakfast menu includes omelets, chicken fried steak with eggs, French toast made from homemade bread, and more.
They offer breakfast all-day with scenic views of the San Antonio River.
Top Review: “Really quaint breakfast and lunch spot. The food was excellent and the ambiance, especially outside, was exceptional. Very clean and comfortable for sure. We ordered a large cinnamon roll and when I say large it was HUGE. We ate less than half of it and took the rest of it home. We also ordered two 1851 breakfast platters. Both of them were delicious. Our waitress Jessica was awesome! She was working very hard and getting stuff done the whole time. Great service. I recommend stopping by if you’re in the neighborhood!” – Austin G.
Menu: The Guenther House Menu
Neighborhood: King William historic district
Price: $$
Availability: open for indoor dining. Wednesday to Sunday: 8 AM – 2 PM
205 East Guenther Street San Antonio, Texas 78204, (210) 227-1061
Maverick Texas Brasserie
Another great option for tourists who want to have an authentic Texas food experience is the Maverick Cafe.
While this spot has been around since 1942 it still feels like you’re stepping back into history thanks to its old wooden tables and vintage decor.
I recommend trying one of their famous pancakes or waffles during your next visit!
Top Review: “Awesome brunch location! The atmosphere is really great here and the staff is very friendly. You MUST order the brown butter brioche donut! They make them fresh to order and bring them to your table immediately. The French toast is soft on the inside, toasted on the outside, and not overpoweringly sweet. The butternut squash is also HIGHLY recommended.” – Comyar Z.
Neighborhood: Southtown
Availability: open for indoor dining, delivery, and curbside pickup.
Monday to Thursday: 5 – 9:30 PM
Friday to Saturday: 5 – 10:30 PM
Sunday: 10:30 – 2:30 PM; 5 – 9:30 PM
710 S St Mary’s St, San Antonio, TX 78205, (210) 973-6050
The Original Blanco Cafe
The Original Blanco Cafe is a beautiful old house that has been turned into a restaurant and it’s decorated with lovely paintings and antiques.
It specializes in classic Tex-Mex food, but the main attraction is its breakfast menu where you’ll find pancakes, omelets, Migas tacos, fajitas for two served with two eggs any style on top of warm flour.
They’re one of the best breakfast all-day restaurants. You can never go wrong with a breakfast plate from Blanco’s late at night or first thing in the morning.
Menu: The Original Blanco Cafe Menu
Neighborhood: Medical Center
Price: $
Availability: Open for indoor dining and delivery. Monday to Saturday: 7 AM – 4 PM
7934 Fredericksburg Rd, San Antonio, TX 78229
Eggspectation
Eggspectation is another great choice for breakfast in San Antonio.
This Canadian breakfast chain specializes in American cuisine and it features an amazing brunch menu with items like lobster benedict or french toast served with bananas foster sauce.
Try their signature dishes, Great Eggspectations, and Montreal Benny.
It’s also worth mentioning that they offer bottomless mimosas during weekend brunch hours!
Top Review: “Came here for Brunch during the week. The atmosphere was nice and relaxing. There was no wait and the service was great. The Quiche takes 18 minutes to cook but it was worth the wait. It was delish and I love the potatoes that came worth it. I also ordered a vanilla latte which was delicious as well. They have several different kinds of crepes on their menu so next time I want to try one of those! I highly recommend giving this place a try. Their menu has a ton of different stuff on it so I’m sure anyone can find something at this restaurant!” – Jessica N.
Menu: Eggspectation Menu
Price: $$
Availability: Open for dining, delivery, and curbside pickup. Monday to Friday: 7 AM – 4 PM, Saturday to Sunday: 7 AM – 6 PM
402 N Loop 1604 W, San Antonio, TX 78232, (210) 545-3199
La Villita Cafe
La Villita Cafe is a great option for those who want to try something different.
This breakfast spot in north San Antonio serves French cuisine as well as dishes from other cultures such as the Cuban sandwich with eggs or chilaquiles served on blue corn tortillas.
Top Review: “Made the trip from Austin for a concert and grabbed breakfast tacos here because it was close to the hotel. I’m so glad we stopped here before hitting the road back home. The egg and potato taco had fluffy eggs and crispy potatoes cooked to perfection. The brisket avocado taco was the star, though, with melt-in-your-mouth brisket. The tortillas are soft and flavorful, and the salsa adds just a tiny bit of heat.” – Hannah F.
Menu: La Villita Cafe Menu
Neighborhood: River walk
Price: $
Availability: open for outdoor dining. Monday, Wednesday to Sunday: 8 AM – 5 PM
418 Villita St Ste 900 San Antonio, TX 78205
Pancake Joe’s
Pancake Joe’s is a breakfast spot in west SA that has been around since 1970 and it specializes in pancakes!
Their menu features both sweet and savory options such as the TexMex pancakes with avocado and cilantro or the potatoes, eggs, and bacon.
Top Review: “First off. when you walk in, you smell hot syrup in the air and it just makes you smile. Next, the old-style diner vibe makes the food taste so much better. Everything was so delicious! I got a veggie omelet with sausage added. I walked in hungry and left with leftovers. A side of Hashbrowns comes in a big plate! I had to share it. The waffle was perfectly crisp on the outside and soft on the inside, they serve hot syrup with it. I had to take the waffle home too and the waitress gave me fresh syrup to take home with it.” – Sara C.
Menu: Pancake Joe’s Menu
Price: $
Availability: Open for indoor dining, hours vary per location
Neighborhood: West San Antonio
Addresses:
Donaldson Avenue: 1011 Donaldson Avenue, San Antonio, TX 78228
Ingram Road: 6703 Ingram Road, San Antonio, TX 78238
Snooze, an AM Eatery
Snooze, an AM Eatery is an excellent breakfast spot for those who don’t mind spending a little bit more money to get great food and service.
This restaurant was inspired by the brunch culture of sunny California. It features both classic dishes, such as pancakes or omelets and delicious specials like the chilaquiles. This features homemade tortillas, green tomatillo sauce, avocado crema, queso fresco, two eggs any style, and sour cream.
Top Review: “I can’t say enough great things about this place. Awesome service, great location, perfect atmosphere, to die for food and that’s no joke. I would risk going out in a zombie apocalypse to eat here. The first bite of the French Toast made me say OMG and my wife laughed and said that’s what she ordered. I made her share just for making me taste it (can’t eat just one bite). My sausage sandwich was good but the grits y’all, they stole the show. I’m doing this review the day after while I’m sitting in the restaurant for a second day in a row.” – Louie D.
Menu: Snooze, an AM Eatery Menu
Address:
Alamo Quarry Market: 255 E. Basse Road, San Antonio, TX 78209
North SA: 1305 N. Loop 1604 W. San Antonio, TX 78258
Huebner Oaks: 11255 Huebner Road San Antonio, TX 78230
Price: $$
Availability: open for dining, pickup & delivery. Hours vary per location.
The Box Street Social
Tucked amidst the vibrant streets, The Box Street Social is a breakfast dream come true. Start your day with delish dishes like their French toast, the Box Street Brekky, and their Chilaquiles. This Texas gem is not just about the food, it’s also about the vibes. They have exceptional service and a chill, artsy atmosphere. Coming here feels like a Texas-sized hug, giving you that perfect laid-back start to your day. Come by when you’re in town and you won’t regret it!
Menu: The Box Street Social Menu
Top Review: “Service is the best! Also the ambiance and the energy and atmosphere feel really nice. All the people working there gives you a really good vibe. And of course the food! We live in Michigan and we’re there for one night only. Best brunch ever, not nice we had to drive, because we couldn’t enjoy one of the yummy drinks they have! Definitely thinking about going back some day!” – Gabby B.
623 Hemisfair Blvd, San Antonio, TX 78205
Schilo’s Delicatessen
While Schilo’s is primarily known for its famous homemade root beer and German-inspired cuisine, it’s also one of the best breakfast spots in San Antonio, Texas.
The restaurant offers a variety of classic breakfast dishes, including pancakes, breakfast sandwiches, and French toast. Some great breakfast options include breakfast tacos, French toast, and Papa Fritz breakfast. The Papa Fritz contains 2 eggs, hash browns or grits, toast or biscuit, and ham, bacon, breakfast sausage, or maple links. Don’t forget to try their signature Split pea soup, too.
The atmosphere is cozy and welcoming, with friendly staff and a historic ambiance that transports you back in time. Whether you’re a local or just visiting, Schilo’s is a must-visit spot for a delicious and satisfying breakfast in San Antonio.
Menu: Schilo’s Menu
Top Review: “This is a must-see while in San Antonio! The food and service were top notch! We had the Rueben and the Chicken and Biscuit plates. Delicious!” – Sean B.
424 E Commerce St, San Antonio, TX 78205
As you can see, there are many great breakfast spots in San Antonio to make your day better. If you’re looking for more, head to some of the best restaurants in San Antonio, whether it’s fajitas or pizzas, the city’s got you covered.
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