Share1. La Margarita Restaurant and Oyster Bar
Lively Market Square eatery with sizzling fajitas, seafood, margaritas, mariachis and patio dining.
120 Produce Row, San Antonio, TX 78207
(210) 227-7140
lamargarita.com
(recommended by Lupe)
2. Mexican Manhattan
Veteran Tex-Mex spot featuring classic fare, margaritas, happy hour and a patio overlooking the river.
110 Soledad St, San Antonio, TX 78205
(210) 223-3913
mexicanmanhattan.com
(recommended by Lupe and Faith)
3. Mi Tierra Cafe y Panaderia
Landmark Mexican cafe and bakery with classic fare, margaritas and mariachis in festive digs open 24/7.
218 Produce Row, San Antonio, TX 78207
(210) 225-1262
mitierracafe.com
(recommended by Alex, Faith, Tomme, Terri H, Keith)
4. Rosario's Mexican Cafe Y Cantina
Lively local chain serving classic and creative Mexican dishes, plus cocktails, in a trendy setting.
9715 San Pedro Ave, San Antonio, TX 78216
(210) 481-4100
rosariossa.com
(recommended by Yolanda and Mary)
5. Sorrento Ristorante
Italian restaurant offering Pizza, Seafood, Pasta, and more. Specializing in traditional cuisine.
5146 Broadway St, San Antonio, TX 78209
(210) 824-0055
sorrentopizzeria.com
(recommended by Tammy)
6. Schilo's Delicatessen
Veteran German deli serving hearty sandwiches, soup and homemade root beer in a 19th-century building.
424 E Commerce St, San Antonio, TX 78205
(210) 223-6692
schilos.com
(recommended by Tammy and Yolanda)
7. Bohanan’s Prime Steak and Seafood
Chic eatery serving American fare in an old-world setting with a cocktail lounge, patio and live jazz
219 East Houston Street, San Antonio, TX 78205
(210) 472-2600
bohanans.com
(recommended by Karen and Danielle)
8. The Palm Restaurant
High-end steakhouse fare, seafood and diverse wines in clubby surrounds
233 East Houston Street, San Antonio, TX 78205
(210) 226-7256
thepalm.com
(recommended by Karen)
9. Le Frite Belgian Bistro
A cozy spot with outdoor tables serves classic mussels and fries, simple French fare, wine and beer
728 S Alamo St, San Antonio, TX 78205
(210) 224-7555
lafritesa.com
(recommended by Karen)
10. Feast Restaurant
American Cuisine with a Mediterranean Flaire -Stylish New American eatery with an eclectic menu, unique cocktails, patio dining and a buzzy brunch.
1024 S Alamo St, San Antonio, TX 78210
(210) 354-1024
feastsa.com
(recommended by Suzanne and Karen)
11. Bliss
Inspired New American fare, charcuterie, wine and beer in a stylishly restored former filling station
926 S Presa St, San Antonio, TX 78210
(210) 225-2547
foodisbliss.com
(recommended by Suzanne)
12. Lüke
John Besh’s chic brasserie offers French-German fare with New Orleans touches, a raw bar and a patio
125 E Houston St, San Antonio, TX 78205
(210) 227-5853
lukesanantonio.com
(recommended by Karen)
13. Bite
Stylish eatery featuring French-Chilean small plates served in colorful, artsy surrounds
1012 S Presa St, San Antonio, TX 78210
(210) 532-2551
biterestaurantsa.com
(recommended by Karen)
14. Boiler House Texas Grill and Wine Garden
Industrial-chic eatery offers gourmet American dishes and fine wines in an open, airy historic venue
312 Pearl Pkwy Bldg 3, San Antonio, TX 78215
(210) 354-4644
boilerhousesa.com
(recommended by Karen)
15. Hot Joy
Happening locale with eclectic, colorful decor offers creative Asian dishes and cocktails
1014 south Alamo Street, 78210
(210) 368-9324
Hotjoysa.com
(recommended by Danielle)
16. Bella on the River
Mediterranean fare, pizza, steaks, wine, live piano jazz and outdoor dining.
106 River Walk St, San Antonio, TX 78205
(210) 404-2355
bellaontheriver.com
(recommended by Patricia)
17. Texas de Brazil - Brazilian Steak House
Upscale Brazilian eatery featuring all-you-can-eat grilled meat carved tableside and a salad bar.
313 E Houston St, San Antonio, TX 78205
(210) 299-1600
texasdebrazil.com
(recommended by Mary)
18. Morton's The Steak House
Upscale chain for aged prime beef, seafood and other traditional steakhouse fare in a clubby space
300 E Crockett St, San Antonio, TX 78205
(210) 228-0700
mortons.com
(recommended by Mary)
19. De Wese's Tip Top Café
Homestyle cafe with neon and knotty pine serving chicken-fried steak and pie in cozy digs since 1938
not immediately down town but on Fredericksburg Rd.
2814 Fredericksburg Rd, San Antonio, TX 78201
(210) 732-0191
dewesestiptopcafe.com
(recommended by Faith)
20. Boudro's Texas Bistro - on the river walk
Hip New American bistro with wood-grilled steaks, seafood, tableside guacamole, cocktails and a patio
421 E Commerce St, San Antonio, TX 78205
(210) 224-8484
boudros.com
(recommended by Dora)
21. The Guenther House on Alamo
Art nouveau home at Pioneer Flour Mills with homey American and Tex-Mex fare, brunch and outdoor dining. 205 E Guenther St, San Antonio, TX 78204
(210) 227-1061
guentherhouse.com
(recommended by Tomme)
22. Casa Rio on the River Walk
Pioneering River Walk destination with classic Tex-Mex fare, margaritas and outdoor dining since 1946.
430 E Commerce St. San Antonio, TX 78205
(210) 225-6718
casa-rio.com
(recommended by Mary)
23. County Line RiverWalk
Classic BBQ in a road house like setting with live music and a patio
111 W. Crockett St. #104, San Antonio, TX
(210) 229-1941
countyline.com
(recommended by Steven)
24. Paesanos
Restaurant breaks the boundaries of traditional Italian cuisine to explore modern Mediterranean specialties.
111 W Crockett St Ste 101, San Antonio, TX 78205
(210) 227-2782
paesanosriverwalk.com
(recommended by Angela)
25. Acenar
Lisa Wong (of Rosario’s fame) launches the most innovative contemporary Mexican restaurant and bar on San Antonio’s River Walk
146 E. Houston St., San Antonio, TX 78205
(210) 222-2362
acenar.com
(recommended by Angela)
26. Liberty Bar
Window-filled eatery and bar in a restored convent serving unique American fare all-day.
1111 S Alamo St, San Antonio, TX 78210
(210) 227-1187
liberty-bar.com
(recommended by Angela)
27. Chart House
High-end chain eatery serving seafood and steakhouse fare in a classy setting with view.
739 E César E. Chávez Blvd, San Antonio, TX 78205
(210) 223-3101
chart-house.com
(recommended by Angela)
28. Bluestar Brewing Company
Eclectic microbrewery with an array of craft beers, upscale pub fare, live music and an outdoor deck.
1414 S Alamo St, San Antonio, TX 78210
(210) 212-5506
bluestarbrewing.com
(recommended by Angela)
29. Esquire Tavern
Inspired drinks and pub grub in vintage digs with a patio and the longest wooden bar top in Texas.
155 E Commerce St., San Antonio, TX 78205
(210) 222-2521
esquiretavern-sa.com
(recommended by Angela)