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    The CIA in Texas

  • The health, safety, and well-being of our students, faculty, and staff are our top priority. Public classes and events remain closed for the time being and outside visitors are not permitted on campus, with the exception of dining at Savor or the CIA Bakery Café, both of which are offering limited indoor and outdoor seating. For more information, visit our CIA SAFE Plan page or check out our virtual campus visits.

  • Explore The Culinary Institute of America in San Antonio

    The CIA Texas campus in San Antonio is home to a diverse and energetic community of food lovers who have a special interest in Latin cuisine. We welcome students seeking a career in culinary or baking and pastry arts, entrepreneurs looking to launch new ventures in the food business, or homegrown chefs who are just looking to expand their skills for friends and family.

     

    Programs Offered in San Antonio, Texas

    At CIA’s San Antonio campus, we offer:

    Our faculty members include top chefs, food executive, restaurant owners, master sommeliers, and more.

    San Antonio Campus Highlights

    Located on the San Antonio River Walk and set among the restored 19th-century buildings of the former Pearl Brewery, the CIA’s 30,000-square-foot main building features:

    Seeing is Believing

    We offer tours led by CIA students. Hear from them firsthand about the career opportunities that await you. And of course, if you’re going to visit CIA’s Texas campus, you need to grab a bite at one (or more) of our student-staffed restaurants—Savor and the CIA Bakery Café.

  • Learn about CIA's El Sueno Culinary Scholarship in San Antonio, Texas

  • Take a Virtual Campus Tour of CIA's Texas campus

  • Recipes, videos, classes, and more! Visit CIA Foodies.

  • Contact Us

    The CIA San Antonio
    312 Pearl Parkway, Building 2, Suite 2102
    San Antonio, TX 78215
    Phone: 210-554-6400
    Contact an Admissions Counselor
  • Exterior of Savor The Culinary Institute of America

    Dining at the CIA Texas

    Savor The Culinary Institute of America plays a role in our students’ educational experience. Reservations are suggested.

    Step into Savor The Culinary Institute of America restaurant and experience a meal inspired by ingredients and techniques from around the world. Your dinner is created and presented by advanced CIA students under the guidance of our professional faculty, making for a truly unique and memorable meal. Join us and build your own three or four-course meal in our intimate dining room or come spend time in our barroom and order from constantly changing tastes from the kitchen, classic cocktails, curated wines, or local craft beers.

    Reservations for Savor