La Gloria, created and owned by Chef Johnny Hernandez, brings the authentic taste of Mexican “street foods” right to the traveler. Hernandez’s adventurous use of locally derived, internationally inspired culinary flavors create a menu that puts San Antonio on the map and offers travelers a taste of the best the city has to offer. Chef Johnny Hernandez harnesses these traditional flavors and melds them with a dash of modern San Antonio flare.
La Gloria’s menu brims with the deep, heavenly flavors discovered amongst the street vendors, taquerias, and kitchens of Mexico. From tacos al pastor from Mexico City, to ceviche from Veracruz, to the tlayudas (Mexican pizza) of Oaxaca, Mexico’s street foods are as distinctive and colorful as its traditions, culture and people from which they emerge.
La Gloria was created to celebrate the rich and delicious street foods from the array of Mexico’s unique regions. From Mexico City, to Oaxaca and Veracruz, Mexico’s street foods are as unique as its traditions, culture and people. Chef Hernandez created a menu that seamlessly weaved together the varying culinary styles and flavors of the different regions of Mexico.
Guests can choose from a wide array of Latin bar classics including various margaritas, served frozen or on the rocks, sangria, and mojitos as well as a unique assortment of specialty cocktails. La Gloria also provides a vast selection of premium tequilas in addition to wines and beers.