In the heart of San Antonio’s Beacon Hill neighborhood, Chris Madrid’s opened in 1977 as a humble taco-and-burger spot run by a fresh college grad chasing his dream.
Backed by his wife and friends, Chris poured love into every patty, turning simple eats into neighborhood magic.
Nearly 50 years later, the place draws everyone from college kids to Spurs stars, all hooked on its timeless flavor.
How Chris Madrid’s won locals’ hearts
Picture this: a young Chris Madrid, fresh out of the University of Texas, returns to San Antonio and opens his dream eatery in the historic Beacon Hill area…