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Today on Texas Eats NOW:
FAST FOOD FRIDAY: GOOD FRIDAY EDITON
BILL MILLER BBQ: 871 E bitters Rd, San Antonio, TX 78216
TOMMY’S RESTAURANT: 938 Wurzbach Pkwy #109, San Antonio, TX 78231
LAS PALAPAS: 11860 Blanco Rd, San Antonio, TX 78216
TACO PALENQUE: 15333 San Pedro Ave, Hill Country Village, TX 78232
MAMA MARGIE’S: 9950 I-10, San Antonio, TX 78230
Today’s show featured another edition of Fast Food Friday. Bean and cheese tacos, from five different establishments, were pitted against each other in honor of Good Friday. Bill Miller BBQ, Tommy’s Restaurant, Las Palapas, Taco Palenque, and Mama Margie’s battled it out, with each stop delivering its own take on the classic staple.
Highlighting the range of flavors and value found across San Antonio’s fast food scene, Bill Miller BBQ earned Best Bang for Your Buck, while Taco Palenque stood out with both Best Bite and Best Salsa. From longtime local institutions to quick-service favorites, the segment showcased how even the simplest taco can spark strong competition when it comes to taste, texture, and overall experience.
ALAMO CANDY COMPANY
1149 W Hildebrand Ave, San Antonio, TX 78201
Alamo Candy Company is a longtime San Antonio staple known for its sweet, sour, and spicy treats inspired by Mexican candy traditions. Founded in 1991 by Felix and Juanita Samame, the family-owned business has grown into a beloved destination offering everything from chamoy pickles and cherry bombs to house-made syrups and candy-coated favorites.
During the episode, Texas Eats NOW joined the excitement of Fiesta season as Alamo Candy Company hosted a 2026 medal giveaway. Fans lined up early to grab a limited KSAT Texas Eats Fiesta medal while enjoying the vibrant, warehouse-style shop that continues to serve generations of San Antonians with bold flavors and nostalgic treats.
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