Inside the Magic Time Machine: Texas’s Most Unique Themed Restaurant in San Antonio & Dallas
Step into the Magic Time Machine, Texas’s top themed restaurant in San Antonio and Dallas where celebrity look-alike servers create a one-of-a-kind dining experience.
If you're looking for a restaurant where your waiter might be Jack Sparrow, Wonder Woman, or even a Ninja Turtle — welcome to the one-of-a-kind world of the Magic Time Machine. With locations in both San Antonio and Dallas, this immersive dining destination has been dazzling families, tourists, and nostalgic adults since the 1970s.
🎩 Step Into Whimsy at The Magic Time Machine: Texas's Most Theatrical Dining Experience
If you're looking for a restaurant where your waiter might be Jack Sparrow, Wonder Woman, or even a Ninja Turtle — welcome to the one-of-a-kind world of the Magic Time Machine. With locations in both San Antonio and Dallas, this immersive dining destination has been dazzling families, tourists, and nostalgic adults since the 1970s.
✨ What Is the Magic Time Machine?
The Magic Time Machine is not just a restaurant — it’s an experience.
Your journey begins the moment you're greeted at the door by a costumed host or hostess. Instead of traditional servers, your table is taken care of by costumed characters from pop culture, fairy tales, comics, and movies. From superheroes and princesses to cartoon legends and villains, you never know who’s going to serve your salad.
⏳ “Where your server is part of the show” — that’s the best way to describe the Magic Time Machine.
🍽️ What’s on the Menu?
While the entertainment steals the show, the food is far from an afterthought. The Magic Time Machine serves up classic American fare with Texas-sized portions. Some of their signature dishes include:
🥩 Steak & Prime Rib Platters
🍤 Shrimp Scampi & Seafood Favorites
🍝 Pasta Dishes
🍗 Chicken Alfredo, BBQ, and more
🧁 Massive Desserts like the Chocolate Volcano
Kids get a themed menu, and drinks are served with flair — think smoking dry ice effects or pirate flag garnishes.
🏰 Unique Dining Booths
No two dining areas are alike. Guests might find themselves sitting in:
A giant pumpkin carriage 🎃
A treehouse-style booth 🌳
A tiki hut 🏝️
A jail cell 🚔
Each section adds another layer to the magical experience.
🎉 Special Occasions Welcome
The Magic Time Machine is a go-to spot for:
Birthday parties
Anniversaries
Graduation dinners
Family outings
Themed date nights
They also host seasonal events like Halloween parties, pirate weekends, and comic-themed nights.
📍 Locations
🛡️ San Antonio
902 NE Loop 410, San Antonio, TX 78209
📞 (210) 828-1470
⚔️ Dallas / Addison
5003 Belt Line Rd, Dallas, TX 75254
📞 (972) 980-1903
Both locations feature similar theming, with slight differences in decor and local character favorites.
🧠 Fun Facts
The restaurant first opened in 1973 in San Antonio.
Waitstaff audition for their roles and stay in character throughout the meal.
Many guests return multiple times just to be served by new characters.
⭐ Final Thoughts
The Magic Time Machine is one of those rare places where kids and adults both walk away grinning. Whether you’re craving a steak, a show, or a break from boring dinner spots, this whimsical world is well worth the trip.
If you’re traveling through Texas or just looking to make your next night out a little more... magical — don’t miss this iconic, immersive eatery.