Why it matters: A San Antonio chef or restaurant has never won the honor, which carries national prestige.
State of play: The restaurant Mixtliand chef Christopher Cullum of Cullum's Attaboy are heading to the final round of the awards alongside nine other Texas chefs and restaurants.
Mixtli is a finalist for Outstanding Restaurant.
Cullum is a finalist for Best Chef in Texas.
Join Axios Local on Monday as we broadcast live from the red carpet at the 33rd annual James Beard Awards in Chicago.
The vibe: Axios Chicago reporters will interview chefs, celebrities and other culinary leaders as they stroll into the awards gala.