THE OLD SPANISH TRAIL CULTURAL CORRIDOR
Restaurants, Bars & Entertainment
PANCAKE JOE'S
Nestled in the heart of San Antonio, TX, Pancake Joe’s exudes warmth and welcomes guests with open arms. With its cozy atmosphere, friendly staff, and a menu bursting with mouthwatering dishes, it's the perfect place to unwind and savor a delightful meal. Our diverse menu caters to every palate, whether you're looking for comfort breakfast food with loved ones or a quick solo lunch. Pancake Joe’s offers a relaxed setting where laughter flows as freely as the conversation. Come as you are, and leave with a satisfied heart, a full stomach, and a smile.
THE TEXAS WINE SCHOOL
The Texas Wine School is a 501(c)(3) organization offering wine education classes for the consumer and the wine industry. The TWS wants all its students to become confident about their wine choices, whether they’re in a restaurant or a retail store, or simply looking to be able to pick the right wine at a dinner out.
BANANA'S BILLIARDS
At Banana’s Billiards, the excitement extends beyond the blue cloth, gliding effortlessly on our renowned Diamond pool tables. As a Veteran-Owned establishment, we provide a welcoming environment where camaraderie and competition thrive. Say goodbye to ordinary pool halls; here, the blue cloth transforms every player into a pro, offering an unparalleled experience.
PANADERIA JIMENES & COFFEE SHOP
A traditional Mexican Panaderia/bakery. Panaderia Jimenez has been in the Jimenez family since 1969. Today the Jimenez brothers run the colorful business, and they couldn’t be sweeter. From our sweet breads, cookies, cakes and our coffees, we have something to satisfy every one’s sweet tooth. Our conchas and empanadas are a few favorite among regulars–like all our tasty treats, they are made from scratch by following decades-old family recipes under The Master Baker Luis Ramiro Jimenez. And If you are looking for something savory, our variety of homemade sausage kolaches are sure to leave you feeling full. For an authentic taste of old Mexico, Panaderia Jimenez & Coffee Shop is a must-visit.
JACKED-IN VR
Ever dreamed of going on adventures? Yeah, us too! Jacked-In VR is a hyperreal Virtual Reality experience that allows you to go on adventures that are simply not possible in real life. Instead of doing the same old stuff with your friends, Jacked-In allows you to team up with friends and enter into a movie or a video game. Your real body becomes your virtual body, allowing you to become the protagonist of the story.
EL PARAISO ICE CREAM
Since 1984, El Paraiso Ice Cream has been creating delicious ice cream and fruit bars. El Paraiso Ice Cream is the original paleta company in San Antonio Texas. Paletas are a frozen concoction dessert. The many flavors of El Paraiso Ice Cream are influenced by the culture of Guadalajara, Zacatecas, and Aguascalientes, Mexico. Our original homemade recipes were perfected in Chicago, Illinois. Therefore, El Paraiso Ice Cream flavors range from most popular to the most unique, but always holding the American standard. El Paraiso Ice Cream is proud to offer the most fresh and healthiest paletas in the market. El Paraiso Ice Cream prepares ice cream and fruit bars from the most simple and natural ingredients. Ice cream bars are made from fruit and milk. Fruit bars are made from only fruit.
LA BANDERA MOLINO
“La Bandera makes some of the best picadillo, starting with lean, juicy ground beef and building from there with potatoes, onions, tomatoes and disciplined spice. If I put that taco together with a taco made from papas con queso — an oozy slurry like renegade potatoes au gratin — I could have had the best cheeseburger taco ever.” – San Antonio Express News
GARCIA'S MEXICAN RESTAURANT
The Garcia family has been serving San Antonio for over 58 years. Started by Julio and Yolanda in 1962. Their sons Andrew and John continue their legacy. Garcia’s Mexican Restaurant is most famous for their daily specials and brisket tacos. Voted best Mexican restaurant for brisket tacos by USA Today in 2018.
WEB HOUSE CAFE AND BAR
In 2005, Chef and Owner Mischka, had a vision of providing a local venue where the locals can gather and socialize, experience original recipe top notch eats, order top shelf drinks at a reasonable price, and have the nightlife club feel while maintaining the local bar/eatery environment. So, he founded Web House Café and Bar. Original recipe eats, affordable drinks, local entertainment, and artists of all talents were key factors in the “Web House” success. Thirteen years later, Web House is still the “local bar, eatery, nightlife” venue of choice to the locals.
SCRATCH KITCHEN
Our bakery today is a place where friends old and new gather daily, and passerby take the time to admire all the beauty and all the quirks of our old Victorian home. Our amazing bakers toil to create the pillowy danish, aromatic breads, mouth-watering quiche, and other baked goods that you can enjoy here each morning. All of this from humble beginnings… Our bakery today is a place where friends old and new gather daily, and passerby take the time to admire all the beauty and all the quirks of our old Victorian home. Our amazing bakers toil to create the pillowy danish, aromatic breads, mouth-watering quiche, and other baked goods that you can enjoy here each morning. All of this from humble beginnings… After getting married, Jack and I relocated Scratch Kitchen to San Antonio. We’ve begun slowly restoring the historic property that houses the bakery, and we’ve worked to expand our catering and wholesale services. We’re hands-on owners, and we are blessed to have so many returning customers who feel more like friends and family these days. We could not have asked for a better home for Scratch. Sweetest regards from your humble baker, Becky
THE COVE
We buy locally, not just because it provides you with fresher, healthier food, but also because it makes for a healthier community. Buying local means we are supporting our neighbors, our friends, people we develop relationships with. We don’t have to wonder about where our food came from, we have shaken the hands of the people who grew or raised it.
M.K. DAVIS RESTAURANT
Our story begins in 1956 when Melvin & Aurora Davis purchased a Lone Star Ice House. They immediately changed the name to M.K. Davis Ice House. Little did they know they were history in the making. M.K. Davis began with ice cold beer, a few picnic tables, and Augie sausage botanas. As the number of customers began to grow so did our menu. Mr. Davis took the kitchen as Mrs. Davis took care of the customers. They began small by serving hamburgers, hot dogs, and fried chicken. During the 60s, is when M.K. Davis began serving their ice cold 32oz frosted schooners of beer. Throughout the years, they have added a variety of American, Mexican, and Seafood dishes including their famous Chicken Fried Steak, Fried Pollock, and Crispy Dogs. What began as a small ice house has become known as an Alamo City Classic. Although Melvin & Aurora are no longer with us, it’s their legacy of cold beer, delicious food, and good ol fashion hospitality that we, as a family, strive to maintain.
COPPER ROSE WINE
Elizabeth and her husband Victor embarked on Copper Rose opening the shop in January 2025. She talks about the ecosystem of business and neighborhoods that can be created for economic vitality. Their employees, gardeners, designers for the shop, all live in the neighborhood. Ever mindful, Elizabeth is conscious of the small business role, as a backbone to the local economy.