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La Fonda on Main
La Fonda on Main

La Fonda on Main Details

  • Dining Style: Casual Dining
  • Website: http://www.lafondaonmain.com
  • Email: regina@lafondaonmain.com
  • Phone: (210) 733-0621
  • Hours of Operation: Lunch: Daily: 11:00am - 3:00pm
    Dinner: Sunday - Thursday: 3:00pm - 9:30pm, Friday - Saturday: 3:00pm - 10:30pm
    Brunch: Saturday - Sunday: 11:00am - 3:00pm
  • Payment Options: AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
  • Cuisine: Mexican, Traditional Mexican
  • Dress Code: Casual Dress
  • Accepts Walk-Ins: Yes
  • Additional Details: Banquet/Private Rooms, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Full Bar, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Getting there

  • Cross Street: Woodlawn
  • Parking: Private Lot
  • Parking Details: We have two private lots-- one is located across Main Ave and and the other is on the North side of the restaurant. Street parking is also available.
A word from La Fonda on Main
Located just a few minutes from downtown in architecturally rich Monte Vista, La Fonda on Main is the oldest Mexican food restaurant in San Antonio. La Fonda serves both the best of Tex-Mex cuisine as well as authentic dishes of interior Mexico in a fun and casual setting with beautiful patio… dining. Open daily serving lunch and dinner as well as a memorable Sunday brunch menu, we offer a full bar with a wide variety of liquor, beer and wine. Our famous margaritas are made with hand-squeezed limes and your choice of a large selection of tequilas.Continued
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Awards voted by OpenTable diners
  • Diners' Choice WinnerBest Overall
  • Diners' Choice WinnerBest Service
  • Diners' Choice WinnerGood for Groups
Diner Reviews
  • "A great place to bring out-of-town guests, but locals also love this place, too. My sister was in town for a conference and they seated two of us at a four top on the patio on a very busy night, which was really nice of them. Another popular place in town wouldn't take a reservation for two and told me they won't seat parties of less than four on a patio. We were treated really well, as were all the other big and small groups. Inside is still nice, and I've heard lots of raves about brunch. We saw families, a rehearsal dinner and couples of all ages having a great time. My sister had the duck tacos and I had the mini gorditas with lump crab meat that was an app special really. Start with the nachos. The margs and desserts are terrific, too."
    Dined on 2/28/2014
  • "All the traditional Mexican restaurant staples with some additional more unique options. All were delicious. Margaritas were excellent and there's a good tequila selection. Had a great outdoor seating area that we will be back to use when it warms up."
    Dined on 2/26/2014
  • "It was Valentine's day and packed. Food was delicious, and love those chips and salsa! But when it came to dessert, I asked for the menu twice. The third time I reminded our waiter that I hadn't gotten the dessert menu yet, he said "we don't have one" - I'll tell you what they are. Had a good laugh after he left. We were in no rush, so went with the flow and eventually enjoyed the Tres Leches cake."
    Dined on 2/14/2014
  • "The restaurant has been in existence for quite a while, and is picturesque. We ate outdoors in the courtyard at the back of the restaurant, and it was very pleasant. We were there for brunch, and the menu items were unique. Everything tasted fresh and flavorful. Very good service and nice place."
    Dined on 2/16/2014
  • "Since the current owners took over twenty years ago, this place has achieved and maintained a level of culinary excellence combined with charm and relaxed elegance. Almost everything from the kitchen is well done, and some of the specials are excellent. (My personal favourite: steak relleno.) The margaritas are good enough, the prices reasonable, the details always looked after and the service varies only between very good and impeccable. Inside the dining room, check out the beautiful Talavera pottery lining the walls high up; outside, enjoy the lushly relaxed courtyard."
    Dined on 2/14/2014
  • "First of all, LaFonda is our favorite restaurant in San Antonio. Without a reservation (on a Sat night), the wait for a table at 7:30 was an hour. The food, service and ambiance is always excellent and this visit was no different. It's the one place we bring our out of town guests or suggest when going out with friends. The weather was nice and we were able to sit outside on the patio. On this night, they had their limited weekend menu. The lobster bisque was divine and we tried the lobster enchiladas for the first time. I usually (always) have the duck tacos, and regretted not having them. The lobster was very good, just not quite as good as the duck. The margaritas are made with fresh lime juice...yum."
    Dined on 2/15/2014
  • "Visited La Fonda when in San Antonio. Like to try local places when visiting. One of the best places we have been to when out of town. Food very good and good atmosphere."
    Dined on 2/13/2014
  • "Excellent food and great service in a very beautiful atmosphere."
    Dined on 2/15/2014
  • "We had the stuffed avocado relleno as an appetizer- delicious. My wife had the stuffed fillet and I had the carne asada. We both thoroughly enjoyed every aspect of our meal."
    Dined on 2/14/2014
  • "Great food, service, and drinks! Went here for my 2 year anni and it was a good decision. Great food and atmosphere! Loved it!"
    Dined on 2/13/2014
  • "Had my aunt and uncle in from the northeast. Special was duck tacos, they were quite tough and salty. Ordered Queso as an app but server took 10 minutes to refill chips so Queso got cold. Overall disappointed and wish I had taken th elsewhere"
    Dined on 2/5/2014
  • "Wonderful food. And a delightful ambience. Service polite and helpful. I look forward to next meal at La Fonda."
    Dined on 2/3/2014
  • "La Fonda has been doing right forever. That's not easy to do. It's a great place for food and drinks. Service is always good and the atmosphere makes you feel like your in Ole San Antonio. For Mexican food this is a solid pick."
    Dined on 1/24/2014
  • "Being known as the oldest mexican food restaurant in San Antonio and family owned, we knew we had stumbled on something special. La Fonda on the main is located downtown in the original location since 1932. The food and service was exceptional. You can tell the owners take pride in their business, the food was fresh, homemade and delicious! Reading the history on the menu brought even more to the experience of dining here. We will definitely return and bring our friends!"
    Dined on 1/25/2014
  • "Been eating at La Fonda on Main for decades.... Always enjoy! Great Service, Great Food, Good Margaritas!"
    Dined on 1/17/2014
  • "Excellent food, service, and atmosphere--outside on a warm, sunny day. Perfect lunch out with friends!"
    Dined on 1/11/2014
  • "Excellent, creative Tex-Mex. Maybe best I've ever had."
    Dined on 1/10/2014
  • "Great food & service. I ordered the cactus pear margarita and it was yummy, very strong too!"
    Dined on 1/4/2014
  • "I have enjoyed La Fonda on Main for many years. It is always an enjoyable experience whether it be with friends or family."
    Dined on 12/28/2013
  • "We always enjoy a different dining flare whcih La Fonda provides with great presentation."
    Dined on 12/27/2013
  • "We were visiting San Antonio for the weekend for my daughter's cross country race. I found LaFonda on Tripadvisor and made reservations. Earlier we visited downtown to see the Riverwalk and the Alamo which were nice but very touristy. We drove about 10 minutes out of downtown and found ourselves in a charming neighborhood at La Fonda. We parked for free and walked into a beautiful southwestern building nicely decorated for the holidays. The host was very attentive as we arrived for our reservation 30 minutes early. Our server, Shawn was wonderful. The food was fresh and delicious. My husband had the Veracruz and we had fish tacos. They were both fresh and very good. Highly recommend this restaurant."
    Dined on 12/14/2013
  • "Made a reservation for a Friday night, but the Open Table website coded the reservation for a Wednesday, even though I put in the correct date. When I explained this to the restaurant host, he was unwilling or unable to accommodate, despite the fact that we were visiting from out of town. In fact, he put us at the back of the line with an hour and 35 minute wait. Needless to say, we did not dine there, even though I had enjoyed my dinner at this restaurant the previous year. Went to another restaurant down the street and had a much nicer experience. Won't be going back to La Fonda anytime soon."
    Dined on 12/11/2013
  • "La Fonda is a classic for Tex-Mex and updated Tex-Mex as well. Our server was outstanding."
    Dined on 11/25/2013
  • "The food was outstanding from the chips and salsa to the entrees. The fresh squeezed margaritas were very good as well. The waiter was friendly and patient with our group. The decor is long overdue for a facelift, though. Overall, this was a great dining experience."
    Dined on 11/9/2013
  • "Every time I'm in SA I visit this place. The food is outstanding, and it's a local place (no tourists)! I've only had one issue, one time with a rude waiter. He would cut off every member of my party (a group of 6) when they were speaking, and told my husband that he would not take our order until after he brought us our drinks, we all knew what we wanted, you think he would have just taken the time to place the order! Other than that, this place is perfect!"
    Dined on 11/3/2013
  • "This restaurant is a gem! Excellent traditional Mexican food with upscale presentation. Chef came around to each table! Server was knowledgeable and friendly as well as efficient."
    Dined on 11/3/2013
  • "Great outdoor dining...however, the acorns were dropping!...luckily none dropped in the food...or personnel!"
    Dined on 10/25/2013
  • "The location, the building, the STAFF were all outstanding. Maybe what I ordered wasn't best selection for me (beef tacos-more ground beef than strips of beef like I expected). Can't wait to try other dishes that friends had... next time. Will be back!"
    Dined on 10/28/2013
  • "Very good food, memorable margaritas. Good service. Charming and hospitable."
    Dined on 10/21/2013
  • "Server wasgreat. Food was excellent, atmosphere also fun."
    Dined on 10/13/2013
  • "Cappy's approach to Mexican food is relatively unique in that he moves his chefs around his restaurants to get broader exposure and takes the La Fonda chefs to Mexico periodically to learn. The result is a sophisticated approach to Mexican food that is quite good. The meal starts with a fresh tomato salsa that is very garlicky along with very good chips. Last night we had the special (a filet pounded thin and stuffed with Cotija, mushrooms, and more served over Poblano mashed potatoes and the fish tacos. The filet was very good but failed to reach elevated expectations. The fish tacos were divine as was the cilantro/pesto/salsa served with them. Add cold beer and you have a wonderful meal!"
    Dined on 10/13/2013
  • "LaFonda rarely disappoints. Our latest experience was very much the exception to the rule. The food quality was very good but the service was way below the norm. Our server provided the minimum in terms of attention and then simply disappeared after picking up the check for payment. I noticed two other tables (same server) that seemed to be having the same problem. After waiting for over 15 minutes, I went to search for her (I was more concerned about my credit card than anything else at that point). Once I found her (chatting with the bartender) I asked for my check, got a blank stare and then a "oh, I thought I already gave it to you"."
    Dined on 10/12/2013
  • "We enjoyed eating at this historic restaurant. It's well known and much acclaimed. It is very convenient to the San Pedro theater, where we went after dinner. Food was good, and there were items on the menu not typically on a Mexican food menu."
    Dined on 10/11/2013
  • "I just returned to La Fonda for the third time with a visiting friend who is always particular about restaurants. She loved their house Margarita; said of the guacamole -best she'd ever eaten; and the evening special of grilled sword fish with shrimp + was absolutely perfect. No wonder it has been thriving since 1932. What a treasure."
    Dined on 10/7/2013
  • "Don't miss this neighborhood gem, where many famous folks have dined. The food is excellent and the setting is lovely!"
    Dined on 10/5/2013
  • "This was our second visit here and we were really looking forward to it. When we called, they asked if it was a special occasion and I explained that I had just become a US citizen. Upon arrival, they seated us outside around a corner with chips and salsa, and promptly forgot about us. After 15 minutes I had to flag down a waiter and ask if he was our waiter. He said, 'I can be if you like'! We did feel we were out of sight, out of mind (nobody could see us needing water refills, for example), and there was no acknowledgment of our celebration. I was also getting bitten by mosquitoes so they provided us with some bug spray, which was helpful. The food was good but next time I will ask to be seated where we are more visible."
    Dined on 10/1/2013
  • "We were there during the early afternoon; but food and service was the same as if we were there at a peak time. Food is excellent; try the shrimp tacos or go for a tex-mex plate. Our party had both and all were excellent."
    Dined on 9/25/2013
  • "Food taste is always consistent, never has this place disappointed me but it needs some work so the status quo will remain good. Although, it could use a little updating especially the green carpet. The waiter we had could use a little vacation since he was not all there and seemed to be dragged down, he was not motivated in any way not even bringing out tortillas after requesting them 2xs and then he brought them out after we finished eating. His motivation seemed to come when he brought us the bill. Also, for the first time I tried the tamal and that needs major improving."
    Dined on 9/21/2013
  • "Enjoyed Sunday brunch on the patio on a picture perfect day. Good food, great ambience, and surprising Unexpectedly great cocktails. Grapefruit and pineapple mimosas garnished with fresh fruit. Fresh strawberry monitors...yum."
    Dined on 9/22/2013
  • "This restaurant has consistently great service and food. The La Fonda on Main has different ownership than other La Fonda's so I cannot comment on the other locations. Go with their daily specials! They are always great. The rest of the menu is strong but their specials are usually above and beyond as far as quality is concerned."
    Dined on 9/9/2013
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Diners' Choice Awards
  • San Antonio Winners
  • Best Overall
  • Best Service
  • Good for Groups
  • Great for Lunch
  • Neighborhood Gem
  • Outdoor Dining
  • San Antonio Winners
  • Best Overall
  • Best Service
  • Good for Groups
  • Great for Lunch
  • Neighborhood Gem
  • Outdoor Dining
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Plan your next party here
La Fonda on Main joyfully celebrates every special occasion with our guests. Host your next special event at the oldest … Mexican restaurant in town to give your guests a true San Antonio experience. We can accommodate your party in either of our two private dining rooms. Continued
Great for events up to: 150
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