In the Spotlight
Press & Accolades
Rosario’s in the Spotlight
Celebrate the milestones, memories, and media love we’ve received over the years. From national honors to local features, here’s a curated look at where Rosario’s has been featured and what’s shaping our story next.
Featured Press & Accolades
- Recognized in Texas Monthly’s “63 Tacos You Must Eat Before You Die” a distinction that puts our Fish Taco at No. 2.
- Named Best Mexican Restaurant by SA Current “Best of San Antonio”
- Multiple awards for homemade Salsa
Named among Texas Monthly’s One of Texas’ Best Mexican Restaurants, plus honors from Zagat, Hispanic Magazine’s Top 50, SA Current, and more.
From the Press
Discover what journalists and food critics are saying about our culinary vision, vibrant atmosphere, and Southtown roots.
Gourmet Magazine
Texas Eats
All of SA
- Local Restaurants Bring the Heat for the Big Game
- Local Eateries Serving Up Valentine’s Magic in San Antonio
- San Antonio Chefs Spotlight Girl Scout Flavor Fest
- Where to Celebrate National Margarita Day in San Antonio
- Where to Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in San Antonio: From Green Beer to Chef-Driven Menus
- Rosario’s Brings Rooftop Energy to Fiesta
- San Antonio Restaurants Offer Private Dining and At-Home Graduation Experiences
- The Ultimate National Burger Day Guide to San Antonio and New Braunfels
- Rosario’s to Host Four-Course Carabuena Tequila Dinner
San Antonio Current
- San Antonio Woman-Owned Restaurants Everyone Should Try
- Best Mexican Restaurant
- Best Salsa
- San Antonio Mexican Food Staple
- Puerto RIcan Grill Y Tapas Taking Over Rosarios
- New Southtown San Antonio Restaurant
- Rosarios Owner Buys Southtown Space
- Girl Scout Cookie Flavor Fest returns to San Antonio restaurants
- San Antonio women-owned restaurants and bars everyone should try
- Eight ways to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at San Antonio bars and eateries
- The 25 best reviewed San Antonio restaurants on Yelp right now
National Restaurant News
Chowhound
FSR Magazine
San Antonio Magazine
Visit San Antonio
- The Ultimate San Antonio Girls’ Trip Itinerary for a Fun Weekend Getaway
- The Best Outdoor Patios in San Antonio for Winter Dining
- Experience San Antonio like a local with this Alamo City Guide
- 25 Romantic Things to Do in San Antonio for Couples in 2026
- Best River Walk Patios for Outdoor Dining This Spring
- Celebrate Cinco de Mayo in San Antonio
MySA
- Your SA 2025
- Rosarios Closure Northside
- Rosarios Close Southtown
- Rosarios Southtown
- Rosarios One Year Anniversary
- Rosarios Rooftop Opens
- Casa Isabel Rosarios Southtown
- Rosarios New San Antonio Location
- Rosario’s Coming to Former El Mirador
- Lucky Nail Supply
- David Robinson Rosarios Spurs
- Owner of Rosarios Challenges Sale of Texas
- San Antonio restaurants serve a taste of Mexico with can’t-miss specials
- Spurs players got their grub on at these San Antonio restaurants
KSAT
- Rosarios North Closed
- Check out Rosarios New Southtown Location
- Kick off Super Bowl Sunday with food deals, watch parties in San Antonio area
- ‘Galentine-arita,’ bouquet-making class: Celebrate Galentine’s Day with these events in San Antonio
- Shake things up for National Margarita Day with deals, specials around San Antonio
- Texas Eats NOW: Thai-Cajun Fusion Seafood, Flavorful Salts & Seasonings, and Classic Tex-Mex
- Texas Eats NOW: Chicago Classics, Sichuan Cuisine, Fancy Cocktails, Yummy Seafood, Flavorful Seasonings, and Tex-Mex
- What’s the best Mexican/Tex-Mex Food in San Antonio? Vote for your favorite 2026 SA Picks finalist
- Texas Eats NOW: Creative Pizza, Texas Ice House Classics, and Modern Mexican Flavor
Flicks & Food
San Antonio Things To Do
- Restaurants Near San Antonio Airport (SAT): Best Picks
- Valentine’s Day Events San Antonio 2026: 18 Romantic Ways to Celebrate
- Best National Margarita Deals Today in San Antonio
- Restaurants Downtown San Antonio – 40+ Best Dining Spots in the Heart of the City
- 30+ Cinco de Mayo Specials in San Antonio 2026: Best Deals
- Best Cinco de Mayo 2026 Deals Today in San Antonio
Kens 5
- Rosarios Mexican in Southtown Closes
- Rosarios Mexican Cafe y Cantina Thieves
- Hot Stuff Secrets to San Antonio Best Salsa
- A New Ranking of Mexican Restaurants
- San Antonio area restaurants and hotels offer festive deals and specials for Cinco de Mayo celebrations
- San Antonio area restaurants, hotels offer festive deals and specials for Cinco de Mayo celebrations
Miscellaneous Media
- Rosario’s mentioned in “
Travel Nursing in San Antonio, Texas – The Ultimate Guide for 2026″ - 25 San Antonio Bachelorette Party Ideas for an Unforgettable Tex-Mex Fling
- Rosario’s mentioned in “Best restaurants in San Antonio”
- Rosario’s mentioned in “First Person: Adding TPC San Antonio to the must-play experience”
- Meet the ‘Culinary Avengers’ bringing local flavor to San Antonio’s airport
- San Antonio’s Artsy, Walkable Neighborhood To Visit Has Victorian Vibes And Great Eats
- National Margarita Day 2026 Brings Unprecedented Deals Nationwide
- The 50 best family restaurants in San Antonio
- Why San Antonio Is One of the Best Places for Military Retirees
- Day Trips & Beyond: May Events Roundup
- “San Antonio, lock in your Fiesta plans”
- “How to Spend a Friday in San Antonio”
- Feast like a king with San Antonio’s rich culinary scene
- AJ Castillo & The Living History of Alamo City
- San Antonio: Big Family Energy in the Heart of Texas
- San Antonio’s Best Mexican And Tex-Mex Restaurants
- Family Run Mexican Restaurants in Texas That Locals Trust Completely
- 13 Tex-Mex spots in Texas where the chips hit your table before you sit down
- Why I Keep Returning To The South’s Most Captivating City Every Spring
- The Mothers Behind San Antonio’s Restaurant Community
- Find Father’s Day dining deals, from brunch and whiskey tastings to whole pig roast
San Antonio Express News
- New Rosarios Review
- Rosarios Closed North Side
- Rosarios Rooftop Bar
- Rosarios Southtown San Antonio
- San Antonio’s Southtown Restaurant
- International Street Artist
- Review Rosarios North
- San Antonio airport is second-best for passengers in Texas, study says
- 14 San Antonio restaurants offering seafood and meatless specials for Lent
- Rosario’s mentioned in “Spend a perfect day with former San Antonio Mayor Phil Hardberger”
- Where you can score Super Bowl Sunday deals — from free wings to River Walk watch parties
- Find Father’s Day dining deals, from brunch and whiskey tastings to whole pig roast
SA Women
Culture Map San Antonio
Yahoo
- 14 San Antonio restaurants offering seafood and meatless specials for Lent
- Yet another San Antonio business shutters in rapidly evolving part of town
- San Antonio area restaurants, hotels offer festive deals and specials for Cinco de Mayo celebrations
- Spurs players got their grub on at these San Antonio restaurants
San Antonio’s Tex-Mex legacy
Honoring Lisa Wong’s Achievements
Rosario’s owner, Lisa Wong, in addition to her ownership of another Alamo City hotspot, Acenar & the iconic GoRio River Cruise, has earned widespread acclaim for her decades-long impact on the San Antonio culinary scene and her dedication to the community.
She has been honored with several prestigious awards over her storied career.
Restaurateur of the Year
San Antonio Chapter,
Texas Restaurant Association
Inspire Awards Honoree
Celebrating her contributions to education and the community
Trefoil Award
Recognizing her lifelong commitment to empowering youth
Beyond her accolades, Lisa is an active community leader and philanthropist. She has served on the boards of numerous organizations and causes, including the YWCA West Side Branch, Southtown Urban Main Street Program, The Children’s Shelter, the San Antonio Express-News Community Advisory Board, and the San Antonio River Walk Expansion Committee. An alumna of Girl Scouts of Southwest Texas and a member of the San Antonio Chapter of Les Dames d’Escoffier, Lisa has contributed generously to organizations supporting women and children, including The Children’s Shelter and Say Sí, through both in-kind donations and financial support.
These honors and contributions reflect Lisa Wong’s enduring influence on San Antonio’s dining culture and her commitment to excellence, creativity, and community engagement.