San Antonio Food Trails: Women’s History Month Highlight

Honey & Pickle is a custom-made charcuterie board and grazing table outfit based in San Antonio.

Culinaria’s San Antonio Food Trails are curated guides that spotlight the city’s must-try restaurants, bars, and culinary gems—making it easy for locals and visitors to explore San Antonio one delicious stop at a time.

This March, we’re toasting to the women who are stirring the cocktails, running the kitchens, calling the shots, and redefining San Antonio’s food scene — all while making it look effortless. In honor of Women’s History Month, Culinaria is proud to spotlight women-owned restaurants and bars that are serving up bold flavors, big ideas, and unforgettable hospitality.

This month’s Highlight Trail is your excuse (like you needed one) to plan a dinner, order dessert, and raise a glass to the women leading with passion and purpose.

So fire up your group chat, make some reservations, and let’s support the women who continue to elevate San Antonio — one delicious stop at a time. Here are our Women’s History Month highlights, in no particular order. 

Rosario's serves bold, authentic Mexican cuisine in the heart of Southtown.

Rosario's ComidaMex & Bar // Rosario's opened its new, larger Southtown location at 722 S. St. Mary's St. in 2023, offering the same bold comida founder Lisa Wong has been sharing with the Alamo City for over four decades. What started as a small, family-inspired restaurant is now a bustling two-story hub of zesty flavors, lively atmosphere, and local culinary history. 722 S St Mary’s St, San Antonio, TX 78205 • (210) 223-1806 • https://rosariossa.com/.

Aldaco's Mexican Restaurant // For more than 35 years, Aldaco’s has been serving up family recipes, lively atmosphere, and local tradition via founder, owner and operator Blanca Aldaco. Established in 1989, Aldaco’s has called many buildings home, but it now serves up sweeping hill country views, signature margaritas, and excellent hospitality from a hilltop perch in Stone Oak. 20079 Stone Oak Pkwy #4100, San Antonio, TX 78258 • (210) 494-0561 • https://aldacosrestaurants.com/.

Honey & Pickle // Honey & Pickle owner Mallory Jochen discovered a penchant for pandemic gardening and began pickling her wares, sharing her harvest with friends and family. Thus, Honey & Pickle was born, delivering custom-made charcuterie boards and grazing tables for events of all sizes since 2021. These days, each arrangement features a variety of cured meats, cheeses, crackers, fruits, nuts, and spreads—think jams or honey—that can be enjoyed for date nights, birthday celebrations, or for no reason at all. https://www.honeyandpickle.com/.

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Pharm Table // Founded by Chef Elizabeth Johnson in 2014, Pharm Table operates under a "food as medicine" concept, focusing on anti-inflammatory, Ayurvedic, and globally inspired cuisine. Johnson sources from local farms and avoids processed sugar, dairy, and gluten at its Southtown spot. 611 S Presa St, Suite 106, San Antonio, TX 78205 • (210) 802-1860 • https://www.pharmtable.com/.

The Friendly Spot // The Friendly Spot Ice House is a popular outdoor venue in Southtown, featuring over 250+ beer varieties and 76+ beer taps. Known for its family-friendly, community atmosphere, The Friendly Spot was reopened in 2009 by Steve and Jody Newman, paying homage to a 1970s music venue of the same name. 943 S Alamo St, San Antonio, TX 78205 • (210) 224-2337 • https://thefriendlyspot.com/.

Los Barrios Mexican Cuisine // Los Barrios was started by Viola Barrios in 1979, showcasing traditional, home-style recipes passed down through generations. The unassuming eatery may have begun as a way for Viola to support her family after her husband's death, but it’s since grown into a larger-than-life local entity, especially after Los Barrios defeated celebrity chef Bobby Flay in a puffy taco challenge on Throwdown! with Bobby Flay in 2007. 4223 Blanco Rd, San Antonio, TX 78212 • (210) 732-6017 • https://www.losbarriosrestaurant.com/.

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Sari-Sari Filipino Restaurant, Market, & Bakery // Sari-Sari Restaurant, Market & Bakery is owned and operated by power couple Camille and Adrian De Los Reyes, providing authentic Filipino eats and treats to the city’s Northwest Side. The family business has expanded to include a small market in Stone Oak, as well, packed with housewares, decor and Filipino pantry staples as well as made-to-order halo-halo shaved ice and steamed buns. Various locations, https://www.sari-sari-satx.com/.

Ming's // Founded by Ming Qian von Bargen in 2011, Ming's began as an uber-popular farmers market stall specializing in authentic Chinese eats like steamed bao buns, noodles, and house-made sauces. Ming’s opened its flagship Midtown location in 2020 and later expanded to a second spot near La Cantera in 2024. The second location boasts a stylish cocktail bar, Jujube, named after Ming’s favorite fruit, also known as Chinese date. Multiple locations • https://www.mingsthing.com/.

The Magpie // South Korea native Chef Sue Kim, moved to San Antonio with her partner, Eugene Sanchez, in 2018 to open The Magpie, which features a globally-inspired menu. Kim brings her expertise learned at spots like Los Angeles' Michelin-star restaurant Mélisse, to serve up menu items like coffee-cured smoked duck, dak galbi, and specialty milk bread. In 2024, the owners launched a second, more takeout-focused concept called The Golden Goose near Downtown's Milam Park. 1602 E Houston St Suite 106, San Antonio, TX 78202 • (210) 389-1584 • https://www.magpie.us/.

Kindling Texas Kitchen is located in Cibolo, just north of San Antonio.

Kindling Texas Kitchen // Known for wood-fired dishes inspired by Texas’ diverse culinary heritage, Kindling is operated by wife-and-husband owners, Lis and Jayme Mathis. Kindling’s long-awaited opening was helmed by chef and co-owner Gwyn Hammerson, who brought big-city culinary training and creative energy to the cozy Cibolo restaurant. Though the kitchen is now led by chef Efren Sandoval, glimpses of Hammerson’s flair remain on the inventive menu. 209 N Main St, Cibolo, TX 78108 • (210) 957-0158 • https://www.kindlingtexaskitchen.com/.