Top, Best & Fun Rooftop Bars in Calaveras Lake

"The popular Biga on the Banks sets the standard for San Antonio fine dining, specializing in innovative, contemporary-regional New American cuisine – all made from local, organic, and sustainable ingredients. Savor exquisitely prepared dishes such as the Chicken-Fried Oysters, Mustard-Crusted Texas Lamb Rack, or Eleven-Spiced Hill Country Venison & Grilled Quail. Owner Chef Bruce Auden (a native North Londoner) opened Biga on the Banks in 2000, creating a spin-off of his smaller Restaurant Biga."

"Located on the River Walk, owner and chef Bruce Auden is well known for his innovative approach at Biga on the Banks. This relaxed fine dining restaurant serves New American cuisine, including chicken fried oysters and tempura shrimp just to name a few. The wine cellar offers a varied selection of wines to pair with the cuisine, whilst the private dining rooms create the perfect intimate space to enjoy your meal."

"The first “brewstillery” in Texas, Ranger Creek Brewing & Distilling creates both beer and whiskey. Though it may be better known for its whiskey distillery operation, many of Ranger Creek’s boozy offerings take significant skill to brew; for instance, Small Batch #13 is a Belgian ale that’s been aged for 24 months with Lactobacillus, Pediococcus, Brettanomyces, and a house strain of wild yeast. True beer nerds, you’ve found your new home-away-from-home."

"Ranger Creek Brewing & Distilling is a combined brewery/distillery proudly situated in San Antonio, Texas. It was started in 2010, and create whiskey and beer in their brewstillery, and produce it by hand one batch at a time with lots of passion and care. Its famous brewstillery tour is two tours in one."

"4834 Whirlwind Dr, San Antonio, TX 78217Phone: (210) 339-2282. San Antonio’s award-winning brewstillery. Handcrafted beer and whiskey made with lots of love, attention, and Texas attitude."

"These two museums are located in the same building and serve as the perfect complement to one another jointly providing a holistic portrayal of Texan history and culture. The Buckhorn Museum features wildlife from every continent of the world and boasts collections of natural artifacts collected from travelers passing through the area such as, bones, antlers, over 500 distinct species of wildlife, including a 10,000 year-old prehistoric elk. The Texas Ranger Museum features hundreds of Texas Ranger artifacts, including revolvers, automatic handguns, sawed off shotguns, photographs, and more in exploration of frontier America with an homage to early Texan history."

"The Buckhorn is actually five museums in one, featuring Horns, Fins, Feathers, the Hall of Texas History Wax Museum, and several temporary and special exhibits throughout the year. Be sure to stop by the saloon, which is actually a cafe, for refreshments and visit "The Worlds Oddest Store," which is exactly what it sounds like."

"There’s something to say about the Southside- they know snacks and sweets. Like my mouth is watering as I write this. I’ll take three desserts please!"

"Seersucker Distillery launched Seersucker Southern Style Gin in 2017, creating a brand that celebrates the ideals of Southern hospitality. Born from a desire to create an approachable, easy-to-mix gin, its unique combination of flavors including fresh citrus juice and a blend of friendly botanicals makes this gin perfect for those new to the spirit and lifelong gin drinkers alike. It starts with high-quality American corn distillate, creating their gin’s sweet taste profile."

"Open only on weekends, Seersucker Distillery is a spacious facility serving only premium quality cocktails, beers, wines and gins. The owners and staff here know about their craft pretty well and offer some valuable insights into their drinks. Explore the lengths of the ground or hire a guide, this family-owned distillery offers a perfect escapade for those who are keen to know more about their drinks."

"For fine dining in the heart of La Villita where you'll find an array of cute shops and boutiques, try the Fig Tree. This classy yet quaint little restaurant offers exceptional food, servers dressed in suits, tableside bottle service, a lovely complimentary amuse bouche before your entrée and a patio with a beautiful view of the riverwalk. This European-style restaurant is known for its impeccable food."

"If you’re after a great deal, check out restaurants which users say offer excellent value, like T Jin’s China Diner in Stone Oak-Sonterra."