Some Local Eateries Participating in Restaurant Weeks

by Johnnie De La Garza

Some Local Eateries Taking Part in Culinaira Restaurant Weeks Now Through Aug 23

Here are some local eateries participating in San Antonio’s Restaurant Weeks now under way: Los Barrios Family Restaurants, Rosario’s ComidaMex & Bar, Little Red Barn Steakhouse, Copa Wine Bar, The Barn Door, and Embers Wood Fire Restaurants.

These restaurants are all preparing delicious menus that showcase a blend of Texas-Mex cuisine, southern staples, European flavors, and more! Culinaria’s Restaurant Weeks is a much anticipated event in San Antonio and is filled with culinary delights you won’t want to miss. It is a great way to try a restaurant you have always wanted to eat in, or delve into a new dish at your favorite spot without breaking the bank!

Los Barrios Family Restaurants

Los Barrios Family Restaurants, which include Los Barrios, La Hacienda, and Viola’s Ventas, have created a lunch and dinner menu available at all locations. All restaurants are offering a 3-course lunch meal from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., which includes an iced tea, for $20. The lunch menu features a Tortilla Soup as the starter, a Quesa Taco with a choice of chicken or beef as the entree, and Sopapillas for dessert. For dinner, all restaurants will be serving a 3-course meal, including iced tea, for $35. The dinner menu features a Beef Empanada as a starter, Pollo en Salsa as the entrée, and a Empanada de Guayaba. No substitutions can be made for either the lunch or dinner menu. For more information on the offerings during Culinaria Restaurants Week, please visit the Los Barrios Family Restaurants website, HERE.

Viola’s Ventas
9660 Westover Hills Blvd, San Antonio, TX 78251
(210) 684-9660

Los Barrios
4223 Blanco Rd, San Antonio, TX 78212
(210) 732-6017

La Hacienda
18747 Redland Rd, San Antonio, TX 78259
(210) 497-8000

Little Red Barn Steakhouse

Little Red Barn, located at 1836 S. Hackberry in San Antonio, TX, will be offering special lunch and dinner menus in celebration of Culinaria Restaurant Weeks. Lunch specials, available from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. for dine-in guests, are priced at $20 per person and include a drink, side salad, and roll.

Guests can choose from four entrée options: A 6-oz sirloin with two shrimp, the “Ringo” — a smothered onion pork chop, Fried pork chops served with a gravy flight or Grilled chicken paired with three shrimp. Dinner specials are available from 4 p.m. to close and include a 2-course meal for $35 per person. Each dinner includes a drink, a side salad, and a roll. Entrée options include: A 6-oz Dean and Peeler Filet, Steak and Shrimp or an 8-oz Ribeye. Guests can also choose one of four sides: steak fries, green beans, sweet potato fries, or a loaded baked potato for an additional $2. For dessert, diners can choose between Apple Pie à la Mode or cheesecake. Substitutions are not permitted, and all specials are available for dine-in only. A full list of Culinaria offerings can be found HERE.

1836 South Hackberry. San Antonio, TX 78210
(210) 532-4235

Rosario’s ComidaMex & Bar

San Antonio staple Rosario’s ComidaMex & Bar will offer a prix-fixe lunch and dinner menu during Culinaria Restaurant Weeks. For lunch, guests will start with the option of a Guacamole Salad or Sopa de Tortilla. The main course features three signature dishes: Enchiladas Mexicanas, Lisa’s Special with Beef Fajita, or Chicken Taco Norteno. To finish the meal on a sweet note, dine-in guests will be served Warm Cajeta Bread Pudding. The lunch menu is priced at $20 per person.

For dinner, patrons can enjoy a 3-course meal. Starters include options such as Ceviche Tostada, Mexican Street Corn, or Palomitas de Coliflor. Main course selections consist of Relleno de Coliflor, Carne Asada, or Flautas Especiales de Pollo. Dinner will also conclude with warm cajeta bread pudding. This year, the Culinaria dinner menu is priced at $35 per person. Please note that substitutions are not allowed, and the Culinaria menu is available for dine-in guests only in the main dining room. More information on this year’s offerings can be found on Rosario’s website, HERE.

722 S. SAINT MARY’S ST. SAN ANTONIO, TX 78205
(210) 223-1806

Copa Wine Bar

Copa is thrilled to take part in San Antonio’s highly anticipated Culinaria Restaurant Weeks. In celebration of the city’s vibrant culinary scene, Copa will offer a bold and flavorful prix-fixe menu that reflects its signature fusion of global tastes and local charm, all for just $30 per person.

The 3-course experience begins with a choice of refreshing Gazpacho Soup or a classic Caesar Salad, followed by hearty entrées like the Chicken Tikka Masala Flatbread or the savory Philly Cheesesteak Flatbread. To round out the evening, guests will indulge in a decadent Café au Lait Flan. Each meal includes a glass of wine from Copa’s happy hour list, making this an exceptional value and an unmissable dining experience. A 20% gratuity will be added to each meal. More information on this year’s Culinaria menu at Copa can be found on their website HERE.

19141 Stone Oak Pky, San Antonio, TX 78258
(210) 495-2672

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The Barn Door

The Barn Door is serving up two special menus packed with classic comfort and bold flavors. Brunch is offered Sundays from 11:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. for $25 per person and includes fresh fruit, homemade biscuits, a choice between Steak & Eggs or a Twice-Baked Potato Omelet, and a slice of homemade pie. For dinner, available Wednesday through Saturday from 5:00 to 10:00 p.m. and Sundays from 11:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., guests can enjoy a $45 3-course Surf and Turf menu featuring a salad starter, a 10-oz. Ribeye with four jumbo shrimp and choice of potato, and homemade peach cobbler for dessert. The full list of Culinaria offerings is available on The Barn Doors website, HERE.

8400 N New Braunfels Ave, San Antonio, TX 78209
(210) 824-0116

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Embers Wood Fire Grill & Bar

Embers Wood Fire Grill & Bar is turning up the heat for this year’s Culinaria Restaurant Weeks with a flavorful $55 Dinner for Two deal. Guests can kick things off by sharing one appetizer – choices include Embers Fries, Chili Cheese Fries, Smoked Mozzarella, or Fried Mushrooms, before selecting two hearty entrées such as Ribs with Tenders or Shrimp, Chicken Fried Steak, the F.A.B Burger, or one of several salmon options. To end on a sweet note, couples can indulge in a shared dessert like house-made Cheesecake, Chocolate Ganache Cake, or the Ultimate Brownie. This special is available daily during regular business hours and may not be combined with other offers.

Embers Wood Fire Grill & Bar
9818 I-10 West, San Antonio, TX 78230
(210) 562-3075

Embers Wood Fired Kitchen & Tap
819 N Loop 1604 E, San Antonio, TX 78232
(210) 888-1083