Local Restaurants Offer Back-to-School Dining Options for  San Antonio Families

SAN ANTONIO, Texas, Jul 28, 2026 – Several San Antonio-area restaurants are helping families navigate the return to school with convenient family meals, gift card bonuses, after-school treats and kid-friendly dining options available throughout August 2026. 

Historically, San Antonio schools would begin the school year post Labor Day, however this year several school districts are starting as early as August 10th. Whether parents are looking for an easy dinner after a busy weekday or students need a place to recharge after class, each restaurant offers a practical way to make the transition into the new school year more enjoyable.

Los Barrios, La Hacienda de Los Barrios and Viola’s Ventanas will offer a Back to School Gift Card Special at all locations throughout August. Guests who purchase $50 in gift cards will receive a $10 bonus card, while guests who purchase $100 in gift cards will receive a $20 bonus card.

The promotion gives families an opportunity to plan ahead for future meals, purchase teacher gifts or keep an easy dining option on hand during the school year.

To learn more or find a location, visit losbarriosrestaurant.com.

Rosario’s ComidaMex & Bar offers Family Meals To Go designed to feed four to six people, giving families a convenient alternative to cooking during busy school nights.

Options include El Mejor, The Big Enchilada, Traditional Fajitas, the Chalupa Dinner and the Crispy Taco Dinner. Meals include can’t miss sides like rice, beans, tortillas, toppings, salsa and chips for a complete dinner experience.

Family Meal prices begin at $49, with select substitutions available. Orders are available for pickup or delivery, making it easier for families to enjoy a meal together after school, sports or evening activities.

Click here to view the menu or place an order.

Crepeccino offers students and families a casual place to stop for lunch, homework sessions or an after-school treat.

The café and crêperie serves sweet and savory options, specialty coffee, and European-inspired dishes. Dessert crêpes, waffles, gelato and milkshakes provide a sweet pick-me-up after the school day, while the café setting offers a comfortable space for catching up with friends or settling in for a study break.

Click here to explore the menu and find a nearby Crepeccino café.

As school routines pick up and weeknights get busier, Embers Wood Fired Restaurants gives parents and caregivers an easy way to put dinner on the table with family-size catering selections available for pickup or delivery throughout San Antonio.

The catering menu includes wood-fired proteins, pastas, salads, burger bars, chicken tenders and shareable sides, with many selections serving four to six people. Families can choose options such as sliced sirloin, grilled pork chops, wood-fired salmon, chicken Florentine, baby back ribs or chicken and broccoli. Entrees come with two sides.

Families can view the catering menu and submit an order request at emberssa.com/catering.

Muck & Fuss offers a kids menu for families looking to enjoy a relaxed meal in downtown New Braunfels.

Menu options include mac and cheese, chicken tenders, a cheeseburger, El Niño Taco and grilled cheese. Each kids' meal is priced at $8.95 and includes a side, beverage and ice cream. Guests can upgrade the included dessert to a milkshake for an additional $4.50.

The menu provides familiar choices for younger guests while allowing the entire family to dine together after school, during a downtown outing or at the end of a busy week.

Muck & Fuss is located at 295 East San Antonio Street in downtown New Braunfels and features an outdoor biergarten and live music several nights a week. Click here to view the Muck & Fuss kids menu.

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Founded by Viola Barrios in 1979, the Los Barrios Family of Restaurants serves home-style Mexican cuisine rooted in family recipes and its signature Casero-style cooking. The restaurant group includes Los Barrios, La Hacienda de Los Barrios and Viola’s Ventanas, with locations throughout San Antonio. For menus, gift cards and location information, visit losbarriosrestaurant.com.

Founded by restaurateur Lisa Wong in 1992, Rosario’s ComidaMex & Bar is a woman-owned San Antonio restaurant serving contemporary Mexican cuisine, made-from-scratch dishes and handcrafted cocktails in Southtown.

Rosario’s is located at 722 S. Saint Mary’s Street, San Antonio, Texas 78205. For more information, call 210-223-1806 or visit rosariossa.com.

Established in 2018, Crepeccino is a café and crêperie serving made-to-order crêpes, waffles, all-day brunch, gelato, European-inspired dishes and freshly ground coffee with locations in San Antonio and Houston.

For menus, online ordering and location information, visit crepeccino.com.

Muck & Fuss is a locally owned downtown New Braunfels restaurant serving chef-inspired burgers, salads, tacos, appetizers, family-friendly options and a selection of draft beer.

Muck & Fuss is located at 295 East San Antonio Street, New Braunfels, Texas 78130. For more information, call 830-255-7055 or visit muckandfuss.com.

Embers Wood Fired Restaurants is a locally owned San Antonio restaurant group serving classic American comfort food with a twist, including wood-fired pizzas, burgers, grilled entrées, and family-friendly favorites. The original I-10 and Wurzbach location opened in 2015, followed by the Loop 1604 location in 2018.

Embers Wood Fire Grill & Bar is located at 9818 I-10 West, San Antonio, Texas 78230. 

Embers Wood Fired Kitchen & Tap is located at 819 N. Loop 1604 E., San Antonio, Texas 78232. For menus, catering and location information, visit emberssa.com.