The General Public - CLOSED

4.2
1253 reviews
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Business Details

17619 La Cantera Pkwy, San Antonio, TX
78257, United States
(210) 920-1101
https://thegenpublic.com/
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About

American Restaurant
A spirited neighborhood restaurant and bar committed to wholesome food and warm hospitality. We are devoted to rewriting familiar recipes using only the freshest ingredients from farmers and suppliers we know personally. We are committed to always keeping you in good spirits with locations in Houston and San Antonio.

Location

The General Public - CLOSED
17619 La Cantera Pkwy, San Antonio, TX
78257, United States

Hours

Reviews

4.2
1,116 reviews
5 stars
701
4 stars
167
3 stars
95
2 stars
67
1 star
86

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Service Issues

Numerous customers reported slow and inattentive service, with long wait times for drinks and food.

Food Quality

Mixed reviews on food quality; some dishes were praised while others were criticized for being bland, greasy, or poorly prepared.

Atmosphere

The restaurant has a nice atmosphere, but some customers found it too quiet or lacking vibrancy.

Menu Limitations

Customers noted a small menu with limited options, leading to disappointment for those hoping for more variety.

Positive Staff Interactions

Several reviews highlighted friendly and attentive staff, particularly mentioning specific servers who provided excellent service.
  • ER
    Estela Rivera-Sauceda
    Aug 1, 2025
    1.0
    We waiting 15min and no one ever came up to us. We walked out and the hostess just stared and said have a good day even though she knew we didnt get helped.
  • SF
    S Flores
    Jul 29, 2025
    3.0
    The place is nice inside, we were the only people there and it took the server like 20min to get drinks out to us and it took forever to get our food. There was 5 of us and 2 of us ordered salads. So waiting 45min was ridiculous. The menu is very small and for the price, not worth it!!!
  • AC
    Adam Corona
    Jul 29, 2025
    1.0
    server was nice, but that’s about it. i would mention his name but he never introduced himself as our server. everything took forever too, from our appetizer to our drinks. food was decent but slightly overpriced. happy hour seems good though so i might try that if i come again.
  • CS
    Christine Solomon
    Jul 18, 2025
    5.0
    Ben provided excellent customer service! There's nothing like having a great waiter with an outgoing personality!The fish and chips and crab cakes were delicious!
  • TM
    tyrone mays
    Jun 24, 2025
    3.0
    When I first moved to Texas a couple of years ago, this was the very first place that I ate at. I got the cauliflower shrimp and grits. It was one of the best meals that I had had. I go back about six months later and it’s no longer on the menu. I’ve been searching for a good shrimp and grits place for a while now I wish you guys would bring that back to the menu. It was the best.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The General Public - CLOSED

Does The General Public accept reservations?

Yes, The General Public accepts reservations.

What are the payment options available at The General Public?

The General Public accepts American Express, Cash, Discover, Mastercard, and Visa.