The San Antonio Restaurants group on Facebook is always full of discussion about the city’s best and worst places to eat. A recent question from a group member sparked a lively conversation: When have you stood in line for food?
Facebook user Lety Montelongo kicked off the chat after a two-hour wait at Burnt Bean Co. in Seguin. She then posed an open-ended question, which drew wildly differing responses. While many expressed disdain for any sort of wait, others shared which San Antonio-area restaurants are worth standing in line for. With that in mind, let’s take a look at some of the eateries that locals agree are worth the wait.
Burnt Bean Co.
Of course, we have to kick things off with the spot that inspired this conversation. Burnt Bean Co. has soared to one of the top barbecue spots in Texas, landing on numerous “best of” lists and even earning a Bib Gourmand from the Michelin Guide. Burnt Bean’s lines can take hours, but the memories of delicious prime brisket and pork ribs will last a lifetime.
Find it: 108 S. Austin St., Seguin, TX 78155
2M Smokehouse
2M Smokehouse remains one of San Antonio’s most popular barbecue restaurants, with lines out the door Thursday through Sunday. In addition to earning numerous accolades, Esaul and Grecia Ramos, the husband-and-wife duo behind 2M, are expected to appear on Food Network’s upcoming series, Pitmasters…