Lim ran the restaurant with his wife, Nu Lee Wong Lim. Owner Koon Yen Lim, known as Papa Lim, was 13 years old when, chasing the American dream, he emigrated with two brothers from what was then known as the Chinese city of Canton, now Guangzhou, to California, and then San Antonio. The cafe opened in 1932 just blocks from its current location at 821 W. It was a milestone third-generation owner Bo Jean Lim wasn’t sure they would see. “Many things have come and gone since 1932, but throughout that time, one entity has become a fixture … on the landscape of San Antonio and that is the Golden Star Cafe,” said former mayor Henry Cisneros, who grew up on the West Side. The restaurant marked its 90th anniversary recently with local officials, loyal customers and longtime workers on hand - and a lion dance to bring good luck and fortune. Send an email to the CAMRA branch with your updates.Golden Star Cafe, a Westside institution for nearly a century, is unique for its longevity in a fast-burn industry and its blended diner-style menu of traditional Chinese, American and Mexican fare. There are also a few tables in fornt of the pub on the wide pavement. The larger front bar has plenty of wood an mirrors and natural light, and behind the bar to the left is a smaller mainly seating area, which leads to a small patio at the rear. Historically one of the few pubs which still served real ale in the late 70's and early 80's, when run by famous landlord Peter Turner. Pickled onions on the bar, a proper coffee machine, and an eclectic selection of music played at just the right volume (audible but unobtrusive). Excellent menu of three or four home-cooked dishes served daily. Friendly and comfortable corner pub on the corner of Colegate and Duke Street, hosting a Sunday night quiz, bar billiards league, and regular live music.

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