From Acclaimed Kitchens to Neighborhood Gem: The Story of Meadow

At Meadow Neighborhood Eatery & Bar, the meal often begins with dishes meant to share like cajun spiced pork rinds with lime herb dip or the colorful cabbage pancake topped with a fried egg, red cabbage syrup, and fresh herbs. These plates set the tone for what Chef PJ Edwards and his wife, Lindsey, envisioned when they opened Meadow in 2018: food that’s rooted in Southern tradition yet layered with creativity and seasonality.

PJ’s culinary path stretches well beyond San Antonio. Having cooked in acclaimed kitchens across the country such as Sean Brock’s McCrady’s in Charleston, he returned home with a refined skill set and a broader perspective on what Southern food can be. That experience shows up throughout Meadow’s menu.

From crispy buttermilk fried chicken with biscuits and Meadow’s own hot sauce to a wood-fired pizza topped with golden tomatoes and fresh basil, each dish balances comfort with innovation. Starters like cornbread with whipped butter carry the essence of Southern hospitality, while entrées such as seared sockeye salmon and grilled New York strip highlight PJ’s technical range.

At Meadow, every plate reflects the journey of how PJ’s time in kitchens across the country sharpened his craft, and how his return to the San Antonio area allowed him to build something deeply tied to community. It is both a neighborhood table and a chef’s canvas where tradition and creativity meet.