Yeah, honestly, if you skip out on Houston, I'd spend a night in Austin.. as it is flooded with great places to eat and is considered the live music capital of the world. However, its about an hour and fifteen north of san antonio so that adds an extra 2 and 1/2 hours round trip... just about everyones fav city in Texas is austin so kinda would suck to miss out but the drive may not be worth it to you.
I think you'll have a much easier and less stressful time if you pre purchase parking. It's always been a much more pleasant experience for me when I know that I have a place to park in one of the AT&T centers lots.
haha, I understand about Hotel Tonight, all good!
Since stub hub is an open marketplace, reliability is inconsistent depending on the seller but I've honestly never had any problems and I've always received my tickets on the estimated day so you should be good.
also watch out for 5 o'clock traffic!
I have two little boys and I need to get home in time to play the Easter Bunny. Also, my cousin did that trip the year before last... to see the Spurs in LA and it was the game Pop decided to play the bench. Turns out it was a close game and a good one to watch, but he missed out on seeing Timmy, Manu and Tony play.
Sounds like I'll still be there for Fiesta Time on the 10th/11th. It seems like there are more and more reasons to stay in San Antonio and blow off the NO v HOU game.
Just park across the street. Five bucks. The walk up to the Center is pretty cool...
With a full day in SA I would definitely recommend going up to Enchanted Rock or Lost Maples if you like the outdoors. Those are probably the two best hiking areas around San Antonio. Nothing difficult at all since our terrain is pretty flat, but they're nice areas and it won't be too hot yet in April. Plus the Hill Country has by far the prettiest driving in the San Antonio area.
Here's a link about visiting San Antonio.
http://visitsanantonio.com/
NIOSA dates have not been posted yet. They will probably be in the 2nd week of Fiesta.
Whataburger is ok, better than the other burger chains, but if you truly want a fantastic burger or a great bean burger then Chris Madrids puts Chester's to shame, it is consistently mentioned in the Texas Monthly magazine as one of the best in the state.
Hard to beat La Cazadora on West Ave. for cheap excellent standard Mexican food.
And the Big Easy on Walzem Rd. has some of the best Cajun food in the whole south USA, even better than New Orleans, the owner was chased here from there by hurricane Katrina because her mom lived here, our gain, their loss.
Holy there is a lot of bad advice in here.
1. Starting in Dallas, get a hotel in Uptown. It's near the AAC and some good bars and restaurants, however it's not close to the airport.
2. On your drive from Dallas to SA, stop in the town of West at the Czech Stop for Kolaches.
3. I grew up in SA but have lived in several different cities in Texas so I can say with confidence that SA is a boring city. Sure, the Riverwalk can be fun if you've never been there, but I wouldn't spend more than 24 hours in SA total. After the game, go downtown to experience the Riverwalk, then gtfo the next day and spend as much time as you can in Austin. Don't even bother going to 2 games in Houston.
4. Don't waste your time at Whataburger unless it's 3am and you're 18 beers into the night. There are much better places in SA to get a burger during normal hours. I recommend Lord's Kitchen, Chris Madrid's, or Bobby J's.
5. Since you'll now be going from Austin to Houston, head down 183 to Luling and grab some brisket from City Market. It's my favorite in the state, but there are also some great spots in Lockhart (Smitty's, Kreuz, and Black's). You really can't go wrong with any of them. Next, head down to Shiner and take a tour at the Spoetzl Brewery. You get tokens for free beer at the end.
6. Take your time on your drive and experience the great scenery.
Edit to add some Austin advice.
Grab a hotel in downtown as close to 6th and Trinity as possible. There's an Omni and a Hilton near by. This is kind of the epicenter of all of the bars and restaurants. Some of my favorite places to eat downtown are in the area south of 4th, north of Cesar Chavez, east of San Jacinto, and west of Trinity. I recommend the Vince Young steakhouse if you want one of the best steaks you've ever had. You can also pay homage to one of the greatest college football quarterbacks of all time. After you eat, head north to 6th and you'll find one of the best nightlife scenes in the country. Once you're here, you'll realize why the SA locals don't party at the Riverwalk. Good luck, we're all counting on you.
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Definitely no reason to buy a parking pass beforehand. I always park in the lots furthest from the AT&T center because they are the cheapest. Like $8.00 I think. Even considering you have to walk back there, always seems like I get out of the parking lot in around 15 minutes. They have their down directing traffic out of that place.
Dallas you will need to get there a bit early..The Stadium is in a horrible spot due to the traffic..And parking lot is small, so if you get there too late you will have to park all the way at the back..Get ready too if you are Rockin a SPURS Jersey, the fans are super hostile there..Never stopped me though...Also if you are bringing Kids you can go super early and take the Kids to the Dallas Aquarium just a few blocks up the road...
Some great stuff here. The Czech Stop is always a good tip, if you have to be making the trip from Dallas to Austin/San Antonio. Great barbeque tips too. All the ones you mentioned are exceptional and part of the quintessential Texas experience. Though I think you are a bit tough on SA, it is true that Austin has a lot to offer. Barton Springs pool, in the middle of town, is worth the visit. If you google the Austin Chronicle, you can find out about what is happening around town. Unfortunately, you might be coming during the ACL fest, and there will be no place to stay. Pretty much October 3-6, 10-13 are a mob scene and finding a hotel is unlikely. You can always make a day trip up there. If you are mainly coming for basketball and relaxation, SA is slowier paced that's for sure. Historically, the old mission are really interesting, and the Witte Museum is nice. Austin has some incredible museums- The Blanton, LBJ Library, Ransom, and the Bullock Texas State History, to name a few.
Lmao at YOUR bad advice. First of all, if the guy is coming to Texas then he has to try Whataburger. It is required or don't come here. It is a true Texas original. There is no subs ute.
If we are talking San Antonio-specific burger joints then it is Chester's hands down.
So grab a Whataburger on the drive down from Dallas then hit Chester's in SA.
And yes, SA is a boring town. That's why I stayed way north in the Hill Country and only ventured into SA when I had to or to see the Spurs.
Whataburger started in Corpus Christi and only recently moved their corporate offices to San Antonio. Don't know where Chester's started but it doestn't even compare to Chris Madrids on Blanco Rd. near Hildebrand. Chris went to MSH school and graduated from Lee HS before opening up his famous eatery. Unfortunately he passed away earlier this year but his family carries on his tradition and his burgers always wins burger compe ions all over the state as professed by Texas Monthly. Yes, Chester's is good, but doesn't compare.
Oh yeah, San Antonio is only boring if you are an illiterate idiot who doesn't know where to go and what to do. We like to say, "it is a big city with a small town atmosphere". (7th largest city in the USA)
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Started in 1950. What's your point?
I will take Chester's over Chris Madrid's
No, it is a dump. A big fat, poor, run down dump. It is anything but a small town atmosphere.
The best spots are well North of the airport. Quarry area is decent. The River Walk is boring.
Bulverde has better night life than central SA. Downtown SA is dirty and old.
Anyone...anyone who has traveled to any decent big city in the world would hardly rank central SA very high. Greater SA lives off the north side. It has the benefit of the terrain north and northwest, and new infrastructure, pretty oaks, limestone, and money...otherwise, SA would be Brownsville.
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My point? Whataburger is good as far as fast food burger joints go, and better than the other fast food burger places, but still nothing to write home about.
You have obviously never eaten at Chris Madrids or you wouldn't make a silly statement like that, but Chester's is a close second.
And your last statement is totally preposterous. Having spent time at most of the major metropolises in the US and lived in a number of them, I can easily say that your statement has absolutely no basis in fact whatsoever. And the real truth is San Antonio is a very welcome warm pleasant respite from any of those others except possibly Santa Fe, New Mexico.
But I am thankful many feel the way you do because it keeps the idiots away and the uneducated uninformed.
My point? Whataburger is good as far as fast food burger joints go, and better than the other fast food burger places, but still nothing to write home about.
You have obviously never eaten at Chris Madrids or you wouldn't make a silly statement like that, but Chester's is a close second.
And your last statement is totally preposterous. Having spent time at most of the major metropolises in the US and lived in a number of them, I can easily say that your statement has absolutely no basis in fact whatsoever. And the real truth is San Antonio is a very welcome warm pleasant respite from any of those others except possibly Santa Fe, New Mexico.
But I am thankful many feel the way you do because it keeps the idiots away and the uneducated uninformed.
Uh, ok. Enjoy your Brownsville-With-a-Sports-Team. Talk about uninformed. SA only put fluoride in the water what, five years ago? Lmao.
The only good parts of San Antonio aren't really San Antonio any way. Just got gobbled up to support the desire to tax and get bigger bigger bigger. At least Boerne is stil its own, charming, quiet Hill Country town.
It won't be long before they wreck the hills north of 1604 with their stupid superstores and bulldozing of trees... What am I saying? They already are. Look out Bulverde and Spring, you're next.
If it weren't for the Hill Country SA would be rather unremarkable with a road system designed by a kid with a crayon...
And yes, I have eaten at CM's and I am not impressed.
I seriously doubt you've ever eaten there, you wouldn't have that opinion if you did, but I could really care less if you're impressed or not because the consensus of opinion is clearly against you.
To each his own.
As for fluoride, I voted against it every time. They finally got it through by not putting up for a vote by the public. If you had researched and knew the downsides vs. the upsides, you would have voted against it too so I see that as a step backward, not forward.
But you are en led to your opinion ... for whatever it is worth, and so am I.
Geez, next you'll be trying to convince people there is a better night life in Bulverde, ...wait,
you already did!
Last edited by xmas1997; 08-31-2013 at 05:57 PM.
Falfurrias tops them all.I seriously doubt you've ever eaten there, you wouldn't have that opinion if you did, but I could really care less if you're impressed or not because the consensus of opinion is clearly against you.
To each his own.
As for fluoride, I voted against it every time. They finally got it through by not putting up for a vote by the public. If you had researched and knew the downsides vs. the upsides, you would have voted against it too so I see that as a step backward, not forward.
But you are en led to your opinion ... for whatever it is worth, and so am I.
Geez, next you'll be trying to convince people there is a better night life in Bulverde, ...wait,
you already did!
Bulverde has the best hole in the wall honky tonk within 75 miles of SA. Great food, live band, and no pollution.
You, sir, are a homer.
, Brownsville has better Mexican food AND beach access close by.
Thank gawd for the Thousand Oaks and Stone Oak areas or SA would be just another worn out old big town with bad roads and grimy buildings.
Fluoridated water is just fine. You are an ill informed dolt who probably believes in black helicopters and space invaders...
The Silver Dollar Saloon in Falfurrias was fun. What a dump. Cheap beer, nice people. Better than TP's ripoff joint.Falfurrias tops them all.
Tbh I don't think any city could get as bad as Brownsville. That's quite literally the worst large city in the RGV with Mission and the tri cities (Pharr, San Juan, Alamo) a close 2nd and 3rd.
But yeah I agree about the Mexican food. Actually anywhere in the RGV, you find quality Mexican food joints. I laugh when I go to San Antonio and people there think they eat Mexican food. Even the best Mexican food places in SA wouldn't lay a candle vs what the RGV has to offer.
lol at the Falfurria sighting.
Yeah, Brownsville sucks. But The Vermillion is a great place to eat. McAllen is still the classiest city in the Valley and a way more exciting night life than SA.
Exactly. Once you leave the Valley food quality of the Mexican variety declines precipitously.
I go through Falfurrias all the time. Surprised anyone else even knew it existed. Lol
You could be right tbh. Over the past 3 years, 10th street in Mcallen has gotten pretty good. Granted it's no 6th street in Austin but it holds it's own.
Fellow Valleyite here. I gotta pass through Falfurrias/Premont to get to my city (burg).
Rofl I remember some thread a while back where posters were discussing Mexican food in SA. I wanted to post in it but I felt like I would've come off as an asshole.
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