In 1977, a young college graduate named Chris Madrid returned to his hometown of San Antonio to open his namesake restaurant in the historic Beacon Hill neighborhood. He knew one thing for certain: every taco and burger would be made as if for a friend — with love.
Birthdays, rehearsal dinners, team lunches, or a full buyout — The Gathering Place seats up to 100, and the food truck brings the griddle anywhere in San Antonio.
Private Events & CateringOrder ahead for pickup on Blanco Road, get it delivered through Favor, or just walk in — we're open every day 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Join the Madrids text club for combo deals, live music nights, food truck stops, and loyalty rewards through Toast. No fluff — just burgers.

A San Antonio tradition since 1977 — tacos and burgers made as if for a friend, in the historic Beacon Hill neighborhood.