Defensive Dining – San Antonio – Downtown

Aldaco's Mexican Cuisine, 100 Hoefgen Avenue, San Antonio, Texas
Biga on the Banks, 203 S. St. Mary's Street, San Antonio, Texas
County Line Barbeque, 111 W. Crockett Street, San Antonio, Texas
Las Canarias, 112 College Avenue, San Antonio, Texas

The Cove, 606 W Cypress, San Antonio, Texas
Aldaco's Mexican Cuisine
- 100 Hoefgen Avenue, in Sunset Station, accessible by trolley
- San Antonio, Texas
- 210-222-0561
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Price Range: $-$$
- Lunch/dinner: Mon.-Sat.
Blanca Aldaco is a celiac's best friend. Not only does she have a gluten-free menu at her namesake restaurant, she also has a dedicated fryer to ensure all the corn tortilla chips are gluten free, and she keeps the needs of celiacs in mind when she plans her impeccable “Dinner Under the Stars” monthly 5-course meals. Every item on the gluten-free menu is made from scratch, authentic Mexican, and indescribably delicious. A few favorites include Caldo Tlalpeno (soup), Caldito de Pollo (soup), Vegetable Relleno, Pollo al Chipotle, Pollo al Cilantro, and Chicken and Shrimp Fajitas. more
Blanca Aldaco is a celiac's best friend. Not only does she have a gluten-free menu at her namesake restaurant, she also has a dedicated fryer to ensure all the corn tortilla chips are gluten free, and she keeps the needs of celiacs in mind when she plans her impeccable “Dinner Under the Stars” monthly 5-course meals. Every item on the gluten-free menu is made from scratch, authentic Mexican, and indescribably delicious. A few favorites include Caldo Tlalpeno (soup), Caldito de Pollo (soup), Vegetable Relleno, Pollo al Chipotle, Pollo al Cilantro, and Chicken and Shrimp Fajitas. Review: http://www.alamoceliac.org/acddsadtaldacos.html
Biga on the Banks
- 203 South St. Mary's Street at Market, in the International Center
- San Antonio, Texas
- 210-225-0722
- Cuisine: New American
- Price Range: $$$
- Dinner: Daily.
Voted one of the top five restaurants in Texas by Gourmet Magazine, Biga is the epitome of bold contemporary dining. Chef Bruce Auden changes the menu daily according to the season and availability of the freshest ingredients, but he can easily accommodate the gluten-free diet. Check the Web site to view a current seasonal menu, and then call to make reservations and discuss your dietary requirements. more
Voted one of the top five restaurants in Texas by Gourmet Magazine, Biga is the epitome of bold contemporary dining. Chef Bruce Auden changes the menu daily according to the season and availability of the freshest ingredients, but he can easily accommodate the gluten-free diet. Check the Web site to view a current seasonal menu, and then call to make reservations and discuss your dietary requirements. Review: http://www.alamoceliac.org/acddsadtbiga.html
County Line Barbeque
- 111 W. Crockett Street
- San Antonio, Texas
- 210-229-1941
- Cuisine: Grill and Barbeque
- Price Range: $-$$
- Lunch/dinner: Daily.
Always ask to speak to the manager on duty for assistance with your meal. Order grilled steaks, salmon, chicken, vegetable kebob, burgers, baked potato, and salad. The barbeque sauce is not considered gluten free, but the Cattleman's base used in the sauce is; so ask the manager about obtaining the base sauce. Verify seasonings, sour cream, and salad dressing, as the restaurant often substitutes brands. more
Always ask to speak to the manager on duty for assistance with your meal. Order grilled steaks, salmon, chicken, vegetable kebob, burgers, baked potato, and salad. The barbeque sauce is not considered gluten free, but the Cattleman's base used in the sauce is; so ask the manager about obtaining the base sauce. Verify seasonings, sour cream, and salad dressing, as the restaurant often substitutes brands. Review: http://www.alamoceliac.org/acddsadtcountyline.html
Las Canarias
- 112 College Avenue
- San Antonio, Texas
- 210-518-1063
- Cuisine: International
- Price Range: $$$
- Breakfast daily from 6:30 am
- Lunch daily from 11:30 am
- Dinner daily from 5:30 pm
- Sunday Brunch from 10:30 am
One of the best kept secrets downtown on the Riverwalk is not only a great place for lunch but is a fantastic bargain for those of us dining gluten free. It has an elegant setting with three areas of dining to choose from, including outdoors along the river. Executive Chef Scott Cohen's menu changes daily and is seasonal. Las Canarias strives to offer local, fresh choices as much as possible. Lunch is available for $12.00 and includes a choice of soup or salad, plus an entrée. They will also stamp your ticket for valet parking at the hotel garage.
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One of the best kept secrets downtown on the Riverwalk is not only a great place for lunch but is a fantastic bargain for those of us dining gluten free. It has an elegant setting with three areas of dining to choose from, including outdoors along the river. Executive Chef Scott Cohen's menu changes daily and is seasonal. Las Canarias strives to offer local, fresh choices as much as possible. Lunch is available for $12.00 and includes a choice of soup or salad, plus an entrée. They will also stamp your ticket for valet parking at the hotel garage. Review: http://www.alamoceliac.org/acddsadtlascanarias.html
The Cove
- 606 W Cypress
- San Antonio, Texas
- 210-227-2683
- Cuisine: Eclectic
- Price Range: $
- Sunday closed
- Monday 11 am – 3 pm
- Tuesday – Thursday 11 am – 11 pm
- Friday 11 am – 12 pm
- Saturday 11 am – 1am
The Cove is a good place to order a few gluten-free fish tacos, enjoy live music, sip a Redbridge beer, and do your laundry. They now have quite a range of moderately priced, gluten-free menu items.
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The Cove is a good place to order a few gluten-free fish tacos, enjoy live music, sip a Redbridge beer, and do your laundry. They now have quite a range of moderately priced, gluten-free menu items. Review: http://www.alamoceliac.org/acddsadtthecove.html