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DINING
American

Bombay Bicycle Club 3506 North Saint Marys Street, San Antonio, TX 78212, 210-737-2411, Some enthusiastic patrons have called this the best spot in San Antonio. The Bombay Bicycle Club serves traditional American cuisine and offers a full bar. Group and outdoor dining is available. map

Guenther House 205 East Guenther Street, San Antonio, TX 78204, Located in the King William Historic District, 210-227-1061, Located in the historic Guenther House at Pioneer Flour Mills, surrounded by 1920s Art Nouveau decorations, this restaurant is open for breakfast and lunch and serves a light variety of American cuisine, including breads, waffles, pancakes, soups, salads, sandwiches, and their specialty, biscuits and gravy. more... map

Lulu's Bakery and Cafe 918 North Main Street, San Antonio, TX 78207, 210-224-5001, Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, Lulu's Bakery and Cafe is a San Antonio tradition that offers traditional, home-style American meals. map

Republic of Texas Restaurant 526 River Walk Street, San Antonio, TX 78212, 210-226-6256, This water-side restaurant on the Riverwalk features patio dining and offers a selection of traditional American cuisine. map

Roaring Fork 1806 Northwest Loop 1604, San Antonio, TX 78248, 210-479-9700, The Roaring Fork's wood-fired cooking of lamb, chicken, beef, pork and fresh fish captures the spirit of bold American cuisine. more... map


Asian

Van's Restaurant 3214 Broadway Street, San Antonio, TX 78209, 210-828-8449, Chinese, Vietnamese, Japanese, and Thai cuisine is served at Van's Restaurant. Van's is open Monday through Sunday from 11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. more... map


Cafes

Mimi's Cafe 17315 I-10 West, San Antonio, TX 78257, 210-877-5792, Mimi's is open all day, with tasty breakfasts, lunches and dinners that feature fresh, quality ingredients with seasonal offerings and healthy options. Fresh baked muffins, omelets, oatmeal, fresh green salads with fruit, chicken pot pies, pot roast with brown gravy - Mimi's offers fresh cooked comfort food.  more... map


Chinese

China Harbor 3662 Fredericksburg Road, San Antonio, TX 78201, 210-735-9988, Serving traditional Chinese cuisine, China Harbor is also known for its delectable seafood. map

Formosa Garden 1011 Northeast Loop 410, San Antonio, TX 78209, 210-828-9988, Formosa Garden "offers delicious Chinese food in a great atmosphere at an affordable price." more... map

Hsiu Yu Chinese Restaurant 8338 Broadway Street, San Antonio, TX 78209, 210-828-2273, Offering enjoyable dining for the entire family, many feel that Hsiu Yu has the best Chinese cuisine in the area. map

Hunan River Garden 506 River Walk Street, San Antonio, TX 78205, 210-222-0808, This restaurant, located on the Riverwalk, is known for its excellent Chinese cuisine. map

Hung Fong Chinese Restaurant 3624 Broadway Street, San Antonio, TX 78209, 210-822-9211, Hung Fong serves traditional Chinese cuisine. map

P.F. Chang's China Bistro 255 East Basse Road, San Antonio, TX 78209, Located at the Alamo Quarry Market, 210-507-1000, The P.F. Chang's experience is a unique combination of Chinese cuisine, attentive service, wine, and tempting desserts all served in a stylish, high-energy bistro. Another local P.F. Chang China Bistro can be found at 15900 LaCantera Parkway.  more... map


Contemporary

Biga on the Banks 203 South St. Mary's Street, San Antonio, TX 78205, International Center, Street Level, 210-225-0722, This unique San Antonio Riverwalk restaurant is considered one of the “top five restaurants in Texas” by Gourmet Magazine. Biga on the Banks features a full menu of "modern American" cuisine with the exotic influences of Mexico, Asia, France, and Italy. Seasonal and daily menus that consist of Texas game, fresh seafood, and delicious aged beef are available. They are open nightly for dinner plus serve a brunch on Sunday. more... map


Cuban & Latino

Azúca 713 South Alamo, San Antonio, TX 78205, Located in Downtown San Antonio, 210-225-5550, A Nuevo Latino restaurant housed in a circa 1909 building at the entrance to the historical King William district, Azúca's menu if filled with selections that are inspired by Central America, the Caribbean, and Latin America. more... map


Eclectic

Liberty Bar 328 East Josephine Street, San Antonio, TX 78215, 210-227-1187, Mentioned in Travel + Leisure as a place to eat when in San Antonio, the Liberty Bar serves an eclectic mix of American and Mexican selections. Patrons rave about the desserts.  map


French

Fig Tree Restaurant 515 Villita, San Antonio, TX 78205, Located in the La Villita Historic District, 210-224-1976, The Fig Tree Restaurant is the epitome of true elegant dining. A recipient of Wine Spectator’s Award of Excellence and a winner of the DiRoNA Award multiple times, this fine establishment has been serving San Antonio since 1971. Simple elegance is offered, just minutes from the Riverwalk, with tables that are draped with fine linens and set with elegant china, crystal and fresh flowers. The menu draws most heavily upon French cuisine, although there are some international dishes also. In addition, a fine list of desserts, an extensive list of fine wines, and fine cognacs and cigars are also offered. more... map

L'Etoile 6106 Broadway, San Antonio, TX 78209, In the Alamo Heights Historic Business District, 210-826-4551, One of San Antonio's most elegant places to dine, the cuisine and service are the co-stars of this upscale restaurant. Progressive French cuisine is the specialty at L'Etoile. The menu is quite eclectic and changes daily, as only the freshest seafood, produce and meats are used. There is an exquisite list of wines from which to choose in order to complement your meal. more... map

Restaurant Le Rêve 152 East Pecan Street, San Antonio, TX 78205, 210-212-2221, Restaurant Le Rêve is an award-winning restaurant which serves an impeccable menu of contemporary French cuisine, prepared using only the best seasonal products from around the world. Reservations are required for dinner, served Tuesday through Saturday from 5:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. more... map


Indian

Taste of Malabar 5999 De Zavala Road, Suite 109, San Antonio, TX 78229, 210-561-4409, Specializing in both North and South Indian dishes, Taste of Malabar offers authentic Indian cuisine. Catering for all occasions is available. Halal meat is also available. more... map


International

Crumpets Restaurant & Bakery 3920 Harry Wurzbach, San Antonio, TX 78209, Inside Loop 410 on the Northeast Side of Town, 210-821-5600, Surrounded by live oaks, eye-pleasing ponds and gently rolling waterfalls, the award-winning Crumpets has been serving lunch and dinner daily, as well as Sunday brunch, since 1980. A great variety of dishes are served in an ambience that is inviting, casual, and yet decidedly upscale and elegant. An extensive wine list, delectable desserts and treats from the Crumpets' bakery, and a full bar are also available.  more... map


Italian

Cafe Milano 7530 Bandera Road, Suite 102, San Antonio, TX 78238, 210-680-8111, Cafe Milano prepares authentic Italian entrees. map

Dolores del Rio Ristorante & Grill Room 106 East Riverwalk Street, San Antonio, TX 78205, Located on the Riverwalk by the St. Mary's Bridge, 210-223-0609, Enjoy fine Italian dining, jazz music and belly dancing nightly at Dolores del Rio Ristorante & Grill Room. Menu selections include lasagna, steamed clams, fresh asparagus, tortellini, ravioli, gnocchi, sautéed mushrooms, veal, and smoked salmon. An interesting aspect of this romantic restaurant includes a tree that grows out of its building. more... map

Florio's Pizza 7701 Broadway Street, Suite 2, San Antonio, TX 78209, 210-805-8646, Florio's is a San Antonio favorite for Italian entrees. map

La Focaccia Italian Grill 800 South Alamo Street at Presa, San Antonio, TX 78205, Located in the Historic King William District, 210-223-5353, La Focaccia Italian Grill is a family owned and operated classic Italian restaurant that features an extensive menu of seafood, veal, steak and pasta, including house specialties; and a full-service bar. more... map

Main Street Pizza & Pasta 1906 North Main Avenue, San Antonio, TX 78212, 210-732-8861, Main Street Pizza & Pasta serves such Italian favorites as pizza, stromboli, calzones, and pasta. Salads and subs are also on the menu.  more... map

Sage Ristorante e Bar 401 South Alamo, San Antonio, TX 78205, Located Downtown in the Fairmount Hotel, 210-224-8800, The loving product of Massimo Pallottelli and Stefano Corea, Sage Ristorante e Bar offers authentic classic and modern Italian cuisine. Signature dishes include tuna tartare and spaghetti lobster. Sage's menu also includes risottos, house-made pastas, and unique Italian variations on seafood, steaks, veal and poultry. The Sage Bar features live jazz entertainment on Friday and Saturday evenings. more... map

Sorrento Ristorante and Pizza 5146 Broadway Street, San Antonio, TX 78209, 210-824-0055, Find the best in the traditional basics of fine Italian cuisine at Sorrento Ristorante. map


Japanese

Godai Sushi Bar and Japanese Restaurant 11203 West Avenue, San Antonio, TX 78213, 210-348-6781, A family owned and operated, non-smoking restaurant, Godai Sushi Bar and Restaurant serves authentic Japanese cuisine. Dine-in and takeout is available. more... map

Koi Kawa Japanese Restaurant & Sushi Bar 4051 Broadway Street, San Antonio, TX 78209, 210-805-8111, Koi Kawa is known for its excellent service and wonderful Japanese dishes. map

Niki's Tokyo Inn 819 West Hildebrand Avenue, San Antonio, TX 78212, 210-736-5471, A long-time fixture in the San Antonio scene, this Japanese restaurant is located in an old house on the busy Hildebrand Street. Niki's Tokyo Inn offers simple elegance and great Japanese fare. It has been said that this restaurant is an excellent introduction to Japanese cuisine. map


Mediterranean

Paesano's Riverwalk 111 West Crockett Street, San Antonio, TX 78205, Located in South Bank Center, 210-227-2782, Located on the scenic San Antonio Riverwalk, this restaurant offers award-winning traditional Mediterranean and contemporary Italian cuisines. Menu items include lobster and roasted pepper bisque, oven-baked pizza, Shrimp Paesano, grilled salmon, lasagna, baked eggplant, seared pepper crusted tuna, and chicken parmigiano. Paesano's is also known for its excellent wine list. more... map


Mexican & Southwestern

  Paloma Blanca Mexican Cuisine Paloma Blanca Mexican Cuisine 5800 Broadway, San Antonio, TX 78209, Located in Alamo Heights, 210-822-6151, Open daily for lunch and dinner, Paloma Blanca Mexican Cuisine has "become well-known for offering San Antonio much more than traditional "Tex-Mex" fare." Their tempting offerings include grilled snapper, enchiladas verdes, pozole soup, hand-made flautas, tacos al pasto, flan and tres leches cake. more... map video

Casa Rio 430 East Commerce Street, San Antonio, TX 78205, Located on the San Antonio Riverwalk, 210-225-6718, Founded in 1946, Casa Rio was the first San Antonio business to open its doors to the River and take advantage of the fantastic setting. more... map

El Mirador 722 South Saint Mary's Street, San Antonio, TX 78205, 210-225-9444, A local favorite, El Mirado's menu features a fantastic selection of such items as chilaquilas, huevos rancheros, tacos, enchiladas, and huitlacoche empanadas. map

Guadalajara Grill 418 Villita Street, San Antonio, TX 78205, 210-222-1992, Situated downtown in the La Villita Historic Arts Village across from the Convention Center, this eatery serves traditional Mexican food in an original setting. An elegant private dining room is available for meetings and parties. more... map

La Fogata 2427 Vance Jackson, San Antonio, TX 78213, 210-340-1337, Authentic Mexcian cuisine, a great atmosphere, and the best margaritas in town are the claim to fame of this restaurant that is internationally known.  more... map

Los Barrios 4223 Blanco Road, San Antonio, TX 78212, 210-732-6017, Los Barrios is a family-run restaurant that is known for its authentic gourmet Mexican dishes. map

Margarita's Cafe 5818 Culebra Road, San Antonio, TX 78251, 210-434-4977, San Antonio's “finest Mexican restaurant” has been offering home-style Mexican cooking since 1981. The food is most inviting here, where the tortillas are handmade, the salsa is hot, and the beer is cold. Only the freshest ingredients are used for all that is prepared at Margarita's Cafe. more... map

Mi Tierra Cafe y Panaderia 218 Produce Row, San Antonio, TX 78207, Located in Market Square Near the Riverwalk, 210-225-1262, Open 24-hours, the historic Mi Tierra Cafe y Panaderia is well-known for its nice selection of fresh Tex-Mex food, cold beer, and margaritas from the one-of-a-kind carved oak bar.  more... map

Navarro Mexican Grill & Bar 8055 West Avenue at Lockhill Selma, San Antonio, TX 78213, 210-366-0416, Open for lunch to dinner, Navarro Mexican Grill & Bar offers an extensive menu of traditional and original Mexican entrees. map

Paloma Riverwalk Parrilla Grill 215 Losoya Street, San Antonio, TX 78205, Located on the Riverwalk, 210-212-0566, Open daily from 11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., Paloma Riverwalk Parrilla Grill features delicious upscale continental Mexican cuisine on the beautiful San Antonio Riverwalk.  more... map

Rosario's Restaurant and Cantina 910 South Alamo Street, San Antonio, TX 78205, Close to the Blue Star Arts District, 210-223-1806, The award-winning Rosario's Restaurant and Cantina is well-known for its traditional Mexican dishes, authentic house specialties, and margaritas. The atmosphere is extremely festive with live music on weekend evenings.  more... map


Pizza

Chuck E- Cheese 6874 Ingram Dr., San Antonio, TX 78238, 210-680-3786, If you have ever been to a Chuck E. chesse then you know what its all about. As the company says,"it's where a kid can be a kid" and kids of all ages love Chuck E. Cheese. Great pizza, lots of games, and they make a birthday party for your child both easy and memorable.  more... map

Chuck E- Cheese 238 SW Military Dr., San Antonio, TX 78221, 210-927-5848, If you have ever been to a Chuck E. chesse then you know what its all about. As the company says,"it's where a kid can be a kid" and kids of all ages love Chuck E. Cheese. Great pizza, lots of games, and they make a birthday party for your child both easy and memorable.  more... map

Chuck E- Cheese 1403 N. Loop 1604 E., San Antonio, TX 78232, 210-495-3602, If you have ever been to a Chuck E. chesse then you know what its all about. As the company says,"it's where a kid can be a kid" and kids of all ages love Chuck E. Cheese. Great pizza, lots of games, and they make a birthday party for your child both easy and memorable.  more... map

Chuck E- Cheese 11735 Bandera Road, San Antonio, TX 78250, 210-509-2455, If you have ever been to a Chuck E. chesse then you know what its all about. As the company says,"it's where a kid can be a kid" and kids of all ages love Chuck E. Cheese. Great pizza, lots of games, and they make a birthday party for your child both easy and memorable.  more... map

Naples Pizza & Restaurant 14602 Huebner Road, San Antonio, TX 78230, 210-479-2670, Naples Pizza & Restaurant is known for its consistently great Italian dishes and pizza. map

Peter Piper Pizza 6965 Bandera Rd, San Antonio, TX 78238, 210-543-7118, Peter Piper Pizza is the leading pizza and entertainment restaurant in the Southwest region. For 30 years, they have been offering quality pizza, value pricing, and fun for families. A great place for your child's birthday party. Check with the manager about school and team programs.  more... map

Peter Piper Pizza 8250 Marbach Rd, San Antonio, TX 78227, 210-674-7008, Peter Piper Pizza is the leading pizza and entertainment restaurant in the Southwest region. For 30 years, they have been offering quality pizza, value pricing, and fun for families. A great place for your child's birthday party. Check with the manager about school and team programs.  more... map

Peter Piper Pizza 4811 Commerce St, San Antonio, TX 78237, 210-432-6025, Peter Piper Pizza is the leading pizza and entertainment restaurant in the Southwest region. For 30 years, they have been offering quality pizza, value pricing, and fun for families. A great place for your child's birthday party. Check with the manager about school and team programs.  more... map

Peter Piper Pizza 3670 Fredericksburg Rd, San Antonio, TX 78201, 210-732-1166, Peter Piper Pizza is the leading pizza and entertainment restaurant in the Southwest region. For 30 years, they have been offering quality pizza, value pricing, and fun for families. A great place for your child's birthday party. Check with the manager about school and team programs.  more... map

Peter Piper Pizza 803 SW Military Dr, San Antonio, TX 78221, 210-922-8382, Peter Piper Pizza is the leading pizza and entertainment restaurant in the Southwest region. For 30 years, they have been offering quality pizza, value pricing, and fun for families. A great place for your child's birthday party. Check with the manager about school and team programs.  more... map

Peter Piper Pizza 5723 North Foster Road, Suite 101, San Antonio, TX 78244, 210-661-9500, Peter Piper Pizza is the leading pizza and entertainment restaurant in the Southwest region. For 30 years, they have been offering quality pizza, value pricing, and fun for families. A great place for your child's birthday party. Check with the manager about school and team programs.  more... map

Peter Piper Pizza 3131 SE Military Drive, San Antonio, TX 78223, 210-337-9238, Peter Piper Pizza is the leading pizza and entertainment restaurant in the Southwest region. For 30 years, they have been offering quality pizza, value pricing, and fun for families. A great place for your child's birthday party. Check with the manager about school and team programs.  more... map

Rome's Pizza 5999 De Zavala Drive, San Antonio, TX 78249, Located in the Post Office Center, 210-691.2070, About 12 miles from downtown San Antonio, Rome's Pizza not only serves wonderful Italian pizza, calzones, stromboli and oven toasted sandwiches, but also features Mediterranean selections. more... map


Regional Cuisine

Anaqua Grill 555 South Alamo Street, San Antonio, TX 78205, Located Downtown in the Marriott Plaza San Antonio, 210-229-1000, Housed in one of the most elegant hotels in San Antonio, the Anaqua Grill offers contemporary regional cuisine and top-grade professional service. map

Boudro's 421 East Commerce, San Antonio, TX 78205, 210-224-8484, A Texas bistro on the Riverwalk, Boudro's menu consists of Texas and southwest specialties, which include wood grilled fish filet, blackened prime rib, mesquite grilled Texas quail, smoked shrimp enchiladas, and papaya-marinated Black Angus flank steak. more... map

Las Canarias 112 College Street, San Antonio, TX 78205, Located in the Omni La Mansión del Rio, 210-225-2581, One of the finest restaurants in San Antonio, Las Canarias offers a relaxing and romantic setting for dining. Its ever-changing menu features items that draw heavily upon local seafood and produce, and usually have a Mexican, Spanish or Texas flavor. The restaurant is built on three levels that descend to the Riverwalk. map

Zuni Grill 223 Losoya Street, San Antonio, TX 78205, 210-227-0864, Situated at the foot of the historic Hugman Bridge, on the San Antonio Riverwalk, Zuni Grill's American Southwest-inspired menu is available for breakfast, lunch, and dinner seven days a week. Zuni Grill is well-known for its "Cactus 'Rita," made by marinating the fruit from the prickly pear cactus in tequila. more... map


Seafood

Pesca on the River 212 West Crockett Street, San Antonio, TX 78205, Located at the Watermark Hotel San Antonio, 210-396-5817, An award-winning San Antonio Riverwalk dining establishment, Pesca on the River is well-known for its excellent selection of fresh seafood and fish flown in from around the world. more... map

Wildfish 1834 NW Loop 1604 , San Antonio, TX 78248, 210.493.1600, Wildfish serves only the very best prime seafood and steaks. The seafood comes from the “top of the catch” right off the docks featuring oysters shucked to order from our oyster bar and Foley seafood prepared to your liking. If you’re a steak lover, USDA prime, center-cut steaks are broiled to perfection.  more... map


Southern

Earl Abel's Restaurant 1201 Austin Highway, San Antonio, TX 78209, 210-822-3358, Earl Abel's has been serving San Antonio for over 76 years and has some of the best comfort food in Texas. They are known for their fried chicken, breakfast, and desserts. Earl Abel's is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, seven days a week.  more...


Sushi

Goro's Sushi 2619 Mossrock, San Antonio, TX 78230, 210-349-8117, With a selection of traditional Japanese offerings, Goro's specializes in sushi that many customers have rated as the best sushi in San Antonio. more... map


Steaks & Chops

 Morton's Steakhouse Morton's Steakhouse 849 East Commerce Street, Suite 283, San Antonio, TX 78205, Located Downtown Near the Riverwalk, 210-228-0700, Within close proximity to the historic Alamo, Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center, Hyatt Regency, Marriott Rivercenter, Marriott Riverwalk, Hilton Regency and the Hilton Palacio Del Rio, Morton's offers the finest in steaks and traditional American fare. more... map

Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar 255 East Basse Road, Suite 200, San Antonio, TX 78209, 210-824-9463, Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar offers the finest prime beef and the freshest seafood. Their menu also contains several delicious chicken entrees, salads, side orders, and desserts. more... map

Little Rhein Steak House 231 South Alamo Street, San Antonio, TX 78205, Located in La Villita on the Riverwalk, 210-225-2111, The proud recipient of Wine Spectator magazine's "Award of Excellence" numerous times, Little Rhein Steak House is housed in a circa 1847 building that is believed to be the first two-story structure in San Antonio. A former early Texas home, boarding house, German saloon, hangout for desperados and a historical museum, the building is listed in the National Registry of Historical Places. Little Rhein Steak House is well-known for its USDA steaks, expansive wine list, and rustic charm. more... map

Old San Francisco Steak House 10223 Sahara Street, San Antonio, TX 78216, 210-342-2321, The atmosphere is one of the 1890s, recalling the bawdy history of San Francisco saloons with a girl on a red velvet swing entertaining diners to the accompaniment of duets played on twin grand pianos. The fine dining consists of meals centered on aged prime premium steaks, prime ribs, seafood, fresh fish that is flown in daily, or chicken. San Francisco sourdough and rye breads are featured, as are extensive wine and dessert lists. more... map

Ruth's Chris Steak House 7720 Jones Maltsberger, San Antonio, TX 78216, located Downtown, 210-821-5051, Since 1993, San Antonio has enjoyed the Ruth's Chris experience at the Concord Plaza Center location. Now, with the opening of a second Ruth's Chris downtown, steak lovers and raving fans can enjoy fine dining in the heart of old San Antonio. Combine this with New Orleans traditional seasonings, flavors and a little sizzle and you have the best steak around. For most San Antonians, only one restaurant comes to mind - Ruth's Chris Steak House. more... map

Texas Land & Cattle Steak House 201 North Saint Mary's Street, San Antonio, TX 78205, 210-222-2263, With a full bar and what many call the best steaks around cooked to perfection, the Texas Land & Cattle Steak House offers traditional American cuisine and some Mexican dishes. more... map


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