Welcome to
City Compass
“Built for Conferences. Loved by Locals.”
For Visitors, Locals & Everyone In Between.
City Compass isn’t just a list — it’s the kind of guide we’d hand to a friend staying in our own home. Built for conference attendees, event planners, returning visitors, and even longtime locals who want to see what’s new or be reminded of what’s great.
We highlight just six top spots per category — the ones with real flavor, heart, and could use your support. No chains. No fluff. Just places locals actually love and visitors deserve to know about.
Every website is different, so to help you along our listings include direct links to the stuff that matters — menus, reservations, group dining, catering, ordering in, private event info and more — so you can plan a dinner, downtime, or team event without sorting through tabs or outdated info.
Whether it’s your first time in town, your back again for a conference, or you live here and just want to reconnect with the best of your city — City Compass is your shortcut to local gems well worth a visit and support.
We built this for you — and the people you're planning for.
Eat well. Gather well. Feel right at home.
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The City Compass Family
Highlighted Hot Spots
Riverwalk location, Museum Reach, Great Photo Ops, Food & Drinks
An award-winning outdoor beer, margarita and cocktail garden on the Riverwalk serving up fresh, locally sourced bites alongside a wide selection of beers, margaritas, spiked coffees, seltzers, and wines. Known as San Antonio’s most pet-friendly patio, Elsewhere welcomes all animals—dogs, cats, goats, llamas, and more. Proudly ranked #9 on Yelp’s Top 100 Dog-Friendly Places to Eat in the U.S. for 2023.
Been around since the 1940's and helped bring the "belly up to the bar" oyster bars on the map!
Felix’s is a true New Orleans institution—where generations of locals remember bellying up to the oyster bar with their fathers and grandfathers for their very first oysters. Since the 1940s, we’ve been serving the freshest Gulf seafood with a side of warm hospitality. Famous for our chargrilled oysters and lively atmosphere, Felix’s is all about coastal flavors, daily specials, and that unmistakable NOLA spirit. Every dish tells a story—of tradition, of passion, and of the vibrant Gulf Coast we call home.
A beloved Eastside spot serving up Southern classics like fried chicken, oxtails, and shrimp & grits in a warm, soulful setting. Known for its jazz brunch and true hometown hospitality.
Tony G’s Soul Food is a cornerstone of San Antonio’s Eastside, offering authentic Southern comfort food in a warm, welcoming atmosphere. From crispy fried chicken and tender oxtails to creamy mac & cheese and candied yams, every dish is crafted with love and tradition. Their popular Sunday Jazz Brunch combines soulful tunes with hearty classics, creating an experience that's both delicious and delightful. Whether you're a local or just visiting, Tony G’s provides a taste of home and community that keeps patrons coming back.
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Every spot is selected with care—locally loved, experience-driven, and truly worth your time.
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City Compass is not affiliated with or endorsed by Cvent. We reference the Cvent Top Meeting Destinations list solely as a publicly available resource to help guide our expansion
and better serve conference travelers. All data and rankings belong to Cvent.
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