10 Best Breweries and Beer Places in Calaveras Lake

"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."

"After touring The Alamo, hop back on the bus and hop off at the next stop: The Pearl Brewery. Although it’s not actually the site of a brewery today, it is a culinary and cultural destination along the river and is the perfect spot to belly up to for lunch."

"Stop #3 – Pearl Brewery & Entertainment Complex Hop off at the very next stop: The Pearl Brewery, a culinary and cultural destination along the river, is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat."

"The newly revitalized Pearl Brewery, now known as The Pearl was originally established in the 1880s by the Pearl Brewing Company, a Texas…"

"This upscale contemporary American restaurant opened by Mark Bliss places a strong emphasis on seasonal and fresh local ingredients, as reflected with their ever changing menu. They offer a selection of charcuterie, artisanal cheeses and breads baked in house, as well as an extensive wine list that will suit a variety of preferences. Bliss offers an intimate private dining room for 52, a chef’s table in the kitchen for up to 10, a private event dining room for 30 and seasonal outdoor dining."

"Owned by gourmet chef Tyler Bliss, Bliss is a high class restaurant that has kept locals in San Antonio coming back for more since its opening in 2012. Bliss encourages a multi-course dining experience of the finest of contemporary American cuisine, ranging from small plates and salads to gourmet entrées. Try any of the delectable platters, ranging from the Vegan Platter to the Australian Lamb Loin Platter."

"It is located just south of downtown and serves contemporary American cuisine. Bliss is one of the top restaurants in San Antonio offering creative taste experiences and high quality service. They focus on seasonal ingredients, so expect the menu to change throughout the year."

"Check out this restaurant located at the Quarry for a three-course Easter brunch filet menu available Saturday and Sunday. The menu features hand cut filet mignon that can be paired with crab-stuffed shrimp or lobster tail scampi. The meal comes with a roasted golden beet salad as the starter, and a choice of New York Cheesecake, key lime pie, or Chocolate Gooey Butter Cake for dessert."

"FInally, check out Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar, which has earned four stars out of 219 reviews on Yelp. Treat yourself at the local outpost of the nationwide chain by heading over to 255 E."

"The Cookhouse just opened their doors in early September of 2014 but is already the talk of the town, which comes as no surprise as it's the only restaurant in San Antonio that showcases traditional New Orleans cuisine, the kind you might find at some fine dining establishment in the French Quarter. The roasted Duck and Dumplings made with an exceptional marjoram potato gnocchi and served with tomato confit and a red wine demi-glace is utterly divine. Other favorites include the Tomato Artichoke Canoli, made with house-made pasta, goat cheese, tomato confit, artichoke hearts and marjoram, not to mention the Grilled Trout Amandine with muniere butter, toasted almonds and fresh green beans."

"Corn fritters with poached egg is a standout dish at Cappy’s|Courtesy of Visit San Antonio. Well positioned between downtown San Antonio and the airport, Cappy’s Restaurant serves a popular weekend brunch including fresh daily specials. Standout stars among the menu staples include Texas pot roast, mustang chicken (served in a fresh horseradish panko crust) and the extravagant truffled scrambled eggs with crab and poached lobster tails."

"The contemporary American cuisine offered at Cappy’s Restaurant is a favorite among San Antonians. In addition to brunch and dinner options, they also provide a great lunch menu."

"NOLA Brunch and Beignets is owned and operated by one of San Antonio's most talented chefs, Pieter Sypesteyn, who originally hails from New Orleans. He introduces those authentic flavors and cuisine at this fairly new eatery, that's sole focus is brunch. What could be better than brunch that can be had on days that aren't typically reserved for brunching?"

"NOLA Brunch and Beignets delivers exactly what’s in its name. The bananas foster buttermilk pancakes have just the right amount of sweetness, which is good if you want to enjoy an order of their beignets for dessert. A new menu item is the chicken wings with beignets, which is the best of both worlds."

"Chef Pieter Sypesteyn is keeping the weekend brunch tradition alive while we stay at home thanks to mimosa kits, beignets in multiple flavors, bananas foster pancakes, steak and eggs and more. Curbside pickup is available Fridays-Sunday."

"Whiskey Tree Bar and Grill is a delightful sports bar in San Antonio, opened in 2017 within a newly-renovated space. The bar is named for its unique sprawling live oak tree, which grows through the center of the bar's outdoor patio space and provides a canopy for al fresco dining experiences. Excellent bar fare is served up throughout the week, including dirty BLT sandwiches with fried eggs, King Ranch chicken casserole, homestyle meatloaf, and fish tacos with lime and cabbage."