Alamo City Haven Guidebook

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加入時間：2018

Neighborhoods

Lavaca

The original formation of the Lavaca Historic District was approved by the City of San Antonio in 2001. Subsequent additions to the historic district were adopted in 2002 and 2004. The land that now encompasses much of the neighborhood was developed residentially in a piecemeal fashion starting in the mid-nineteenth century. Prior to that time it was part of the Labor de Afuera or farmlands of Mission San Antonio de Valero that later became the Alamo, and of the Elario Montoyo land grant dating from the Spanish Colonial period. The route of the Alamo Acequia, a Spanish irrigation ditch begun in about 1720, extends through the area. Lavaca’s residential sector is one of the oldest in the San Antonio area that has survived into modern times, and many of the homes in this area are landmark structures of unique character. The district was initially partitioned into residential lots by the city in 1852 and by developers Samuel Maverick and Thomas Devine in 1854. However, no substantial development occurred there until after the beginning of a period of intense building in the King William District in the early 1870s. Lavaca was initially a closely organized neighborhood with small houses facing both streets and alleys. It was designed primarily for working class families. Archival records indicate that the neighborhood mix during the initial development period included carpenters, stonemasons, shopkeepers, clerks, tailors, bartenders, teamsters, and butchers. Residents were mostly of Germanic heritage, but also included those of Polish, Hispanic, and African American descent. Thus, the neighborhood contains adobe and stone saltbox homes from the Spanish era and the 1850s, several styles of vernacular homes from the turn-of-the-century era, and more modern early twentieth-century bungalows. A commercial strip consisting of meat markets, beer gardens, a firehouse, and two-story brick commercial buildings was added along the western boundary of the area during the last quarter of the nineteenth century and the early twentieth century. The area was impacted in recent decades by the construction of Victoria Courts, HemisFair, Interstate 37, and commercial development along South Presa Street.

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Lavaca

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The original formation of the Lavaca Historic District was approved by the City of San Antonio in 2001. Subsequent additions to the historic district were adopted in 2002 and 2004. The land that now encompasses much of the neighborhood was developed residentially in a piecemeal fashion starting in the mid-nineteenth century. Prior to that time it was part of the Labor de Afuera or farmlands of Mission San Antonio de Valero that later became the Alamo, and of the Elario Montoyo land grant dating from the Spanish Colonial period. The route of the Alamo Acequia, a Spanish irrigation ditch begun in about 1720, extends through the area. Lavaca’s residential sector is one of the oldest in the San Antonio area that has survived into modern times, and many of the homes in this area are landmark structures of unique character. The district was initially partitioned into residential lots by the city in 1852 and by developers Samuel Maverick and Thomas Devine in 1854. However, no substantial development occurred there until after the beginning of a period of intense building in the King William District in the early 1870s. Lavaca was initially a closely organized neighborhood with small houses facing both streets and alleys. It was designed primarily for working class families. Archival records indicate that the neighborhood mix during the initial development period included carpenters, stonemasons, shopkeepers, clerks, tailors, bartenders, teamsters, and butchers. Residents were mostly of Germanic heritage, but also included those of Polish, Hispanic, and African American descent. Thus, the neighborhood contains adobe and stone saltbox homes from the Spanish era and the 1850s, several styles of vernacular homes from the turn-of-the-century era, and more modern early twentieth-century bungalows. A commercial strip consisting of meat markets, beer gardens, a firehouse, and two-story brick commercial buildings was added along the western boundary of the area during the last quarter of the nineteenth century and the early twentieth century. The area was impacted in recent decades by the construction of Victoria Courts, HemisFair, Interstate 37, and commercial development along South Presa Street.

Southtown

Edgy, bohemian neighborhood lined with art galleries, coffeehouses, restaurants/bars, and boutiques. Walking distance to downtown attractions like the River Walk, the Tower of the Americas, Hemisfair Park, the Alamo, and more.

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Southtown

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Edgy, bohemian neighborhood lined with art galleries, coffeehouses, restaurants/bars, and boutiques. Walking distance to downtown attractions like the River Walk, the Tower of the Americas, Hemisfair Park, the Alamo, and more.

City/town information

San Antonio

San Antonio is the best big city with a small town feel! We're all about fiestas, supporting the home team, good food and drink, art & music, supporting our military and medical community, and more!

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San Antonio

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San Antonio is the best big city with a small town feel! We're all about fiestas, supporting the home team, good food and drink, art & music, supporting our military and medical community, and more!

Food scene

Southtown 101

Trendy, happening bar with great food, drinks, music, atmosphere, and prices. They've been around since before the boom. Definitely a must visit!

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Southtown 101

101 Pereida St

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Trendy, happening bar with great food, drinks, music, atmosphere, and prices. They've been around since before the boom. Definitely a must visit!

The Good Kind Southtown

Surprising urban oasis with great food, lots of gathering spaces, live music, drinks. Great atmosphere!

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The Good Kind Southtown

1127 S St Mary's St

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Surprising urban oasis with great food, lots of gathering spaces, live music, drinks. Great atmosphere!

Southtown Pizzeria

Beautiful rustic atmosphere! The smell of the pizza cooking is mouthwatering. Delicious food, friendly service. Occasional live music.

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Southtown Pizzeria

728 S Presa St

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Beautiful rustic atmosphere! The smell of the pizza cooking is mouthwatering. Delicious food, friendly service. Occasional live music.

Tito's Mexican Restaurant

I love the picadillo sopes and puzzle here! They also make an amazing cocktail called the Arbol Berry (get it in raspberry). Service is friendly but slow, so don't go when you're in a rush.

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Tito's Mexican Restaurant

955 S Alamo St

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I love the picadillo sopes and puzzle here! They also make an amazing cocktail called the Arbol Berry (get it in raspberry). Service is friendly but slow, so don't go when you're in a rush.

Rosario's

One of the first restaurants in Southtown and still a favorite! Fabulous food and drinks! The heart of Southtown.

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Rosario's

722 S Alamo St

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One of the first restaurants in Southtown and still a favorite! Fabulous food and drinks! The heart of Southtown.

The Friendly Spot Ice House

Local hangout; great for enjoying the weather and watching the big game

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The Friendly Spot Ice House

943 S Alamo St

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Local hangout; great for enjoying the weather and watching the big game

Cinnaholic

OH MY! If you like cinnamon rolls, you HAVE to check this place out. The Southtown is delicious!!

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Cinnaholic

812 S Alamo St

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OH MY! If you like cinnamon rolls, you HAVE to check this place out. The Southtown is delicious!!

Liberty Bar

Liberty Bar recently moved from its original location to its new home in Southtown. This is a beautiful establishment. Classy, but comfortable. Great cocktails! Nice outdoor seating area.

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Liberty Bar

1111 S Alamo St

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Liberty Bar recently moved from its original location to its new home in Southtown. This is a beautiful establishment. Classy, but comfortable. Great cocktails! Nice outdoor seating area.

Pearl Brewery

The Pearl is one of the the newer commercial districts in San Antonio. A favorite hangout of locals full of dining options, shopping, music, and fresh air!

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Pearl Brewery

303 Pearl Pkwy

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The Pearl is one of the the newer commercial districts in San Antonio. A favorite hangout of locals full of dining options, shopping, music, and fresh air!