We’ve been doing all this late-night snackin’ — that’s how the Harry Styles song goes, right?
With the sun setting later than some of our favorite restaurant’s daily operating hours, we’ve been finding ourselves constantly looking for the best food options after dark.
Rather than taking a trip to Mickey D’s around the corner, we’re rounding up a list of local eateries open late in the Alamo City.
Dust off your Spanish skills to order like a pro at Taquitos West Ave.
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Make it by midnight
Barbaro, 2720 McCullough Ave. | Mon.-Thurs., 4 p.m.-midnight + Fri.-Sunday, 11 a.m.-midnight | Dig into one of its wood-fired pizzas — City Editor Nicholas recommends the Carbonara.
Hot Joy, 1014 S. Alamo St. | Mon.-Thurs., 4 p.m.-midnight, Fri.-Sun., noon-midnight | Don’t miss its Ramen Monday special which features $10.99 dishes for dine-in customers only.
Sanchos, 628 Jackson St. | Daily, 11:30 a.m.-1 a.m. | If you’re in the need for outdoor vibes, then visit this patio + rooftop bar serving up Mexican food staples.
Taquitos West Ave., 2818 West Ave. | Sun.-Thurs., 10 a.m.-midnight, Fri.-Sat., 10 a.m.-3 a.m. | This jalisco-style street taco joint is what our followers constantly recommend.
Elsewhere, 103 E. Jones Ave. | Mon.-Thurs., 4 p.m.-midnight, Fri., 2 p.m.-midnight, Sat., noon-1 a.m., Sun., noon-10 p.m. | Chill out with friends at this riverside beer garden and order the Parmesan Brussels Sprouts to share.
The after(hours) party
Smash’, 520 E. Grayson St. | Tues.-Thurs.; 11 a.m.-2 p.m. + 5-10 p.m., Fri. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. + 5 p.m.-2 a.m., Sat., 11 a.m.-2 a.m., Sun. 11 a.m.-10 p.m. | Order the Wake & Bacon Smash’d Burger during its late night happy hour on Friday and Saturday nights.
Hanzo, 7701 Broadway, Ste. 124 | Sun.-Tues., 5 p.m.-1 a.m., Wed.-Thurs., noon-1 a.m., Fri., noon-2 a.m., Sat., 5 p.m.-2 a.m. | Get an order of the Firecracker Shrimp and wash it down with a Punch Drunk Love.
Arirang, 2154 Austin Hwy. | Open until 2 a.m., Mon.-Sat. | Don’t know what to get at midnight? Try ordering from its popular “Late Night Meal” section like the kimchee tofu.
Faust Tavern, 517 E. Woodlawn Ave. | Open until 2 a.m. daily | It’s sure to be a fun time at this dive bar offering cocktails, pizza, and live music.
The Moon’s Daughters, 115 Lexington Ave. | Mon.-Thurs., 4 p.m.-midnight, Fri., 4 p.m.-2 a.m., Sat., 2 p.m.-2 a.m., Sun., 11 a.m.-9 p.m. | Sip slowly at this rooftop lounge featuring Mediterranean bar bites.
The Dog Father, multiple locations | varying hours | Hot dogs aren’t just for the San Antonio Missions baseball games, so try a gourmet one to get your frank fix.
‘Till the sun comes up
Chacho’s, multiple locations | Open 24 hours | This small batch Tex-Mex scratch kitchen is best known for its nachos.
Taco Palenque, multiple locations | Open 24 hours | Skip the Taco Bell and opt for something that locals like to dig into at all hours of the day.
Mama Margie’s, multiple locations | Open 24 hours | Who doesn’t crave a bean and cheese taco at 2 a.m.?
Whataburger, multiple locations | Open 24 hours | Everyone knows this orange + white burger chain is a San Antonio staple, perfect for those post-concert bites.
