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A photo of Ambler - Texas Kitchen + Cocktails restaurant
1. Ambler - Texas Kitchen + Cocktails
4.2
Awesome(585)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Downtown
Booked 16 times today
Inspired by Texas’ deep-rooted history of cattle ranches, Ambler Texas Kitchen + Cocktails serves as a culinary tribute to its beloved Lone Star State.Ambler, true to its character, is as bold in flavor as it is in design. The restaurant’s subtle masculine-yet-approachable interiors gives way to the bright and cheerful ambiance of San Antonio’s iconic Riverwalk. Offering vibrant flavors and jaw-dropping views 7 days a week for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Ambler is located on the lobby river-level of Hotel Contessa, a 265 all-suite destination property situated on the banks of the San Antonio River at 306 West Market Street. For more information or to make reservations, please visit Ambler online at amblersanantonio.com or call (210) 298-8040.
A photo of Paesanos - River Walk restaurant
2. Paesanos - River Walk
4.4
Awesome(2288)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Downtown
Booked 58 times today
Walk-ins welcome! An iconic San Antonio River Walk restaurant, Paesanos is where locals and visitors come to enjoy an Italian meal in a sophisticated, yet relaxed setting. Located on the beautiful River Walk dine al fresco on our spacious riverside patio and let the cares of the day slip away.
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3. Domingo Restaurante
4.5
Awesome(876)
Price: Expensive
• Mexican / Southwestern • Downtown
Booked 123 times today
Join us in our open-air restaurant on the Historic San Antonio River Walk with a natural ambiance where curated contemporary art intersects with a historical setting. Domingo's menus offer the flavors of South Texas and an agave-forward beverage program celebrating the culture of San Antonio with modern culinary flair.
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4. Landry's Seafood House - San Antonio
4.4
Awesome(2662)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Downtown
Booked 37 times today
The true flavor of Gulf Coast tradition is all about family, warmth and exceptional seafood. Landry's Seafood strives to bring all of those things together in each and every location, providing a fun-filled dining experience that will make you want to drop your anchor and never leave. So sit back, relax and take part in the Landry's Seafood experience.
A photo of Ostra at Mokara Hotel & Spa restaurant
5. Ostra at Mokara Hotel & Spa
4.6
Exceptional(1342)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Downtown
Booked 13 times today
At Ostra we proudly present the finest selection of fresh fish, locally sourced produce and organic product flown in from around the world. Uniquely imaginative cuisine delights diners as they stroll in from the River Walk to enjoy fine fare and one of our famous margaritas. Ostra features exclusive river front terrace dining, a dramatic stone and glass oyster bar and two private rooms to accommodate any guest request. Here, you can expect quality ingredients, an extensive wine selection, specialty vintage tequilas and the highest levels of service in a relaxed contemporary atmosphere. Complimentary Valet for up to 3 hours
A photo of On the Bend Oyster Bar & Cigar Lounge restaurant
6. On the Bend Oyster Bar & Cigar Lounge
4.6
Exceptional(335)
Price: Moderate
• Oyster Bar • Downtown
Booked 3 times today
On The Bend is an upscale yet casual seafood dining concept that combines fresh contemporary styling with a multi-purpose venue offering lunch, dinner, and late night hot spot appeal. Situated at River level on an attractive bend of the famous San Antonio River Walk within the atrium of The Hyatt Regency Hotel. On the Bend has a two-tier patio which allows for breathtaking views. Our venue is comfortably positioned behind tropical palms and lush landscaping and boasts the only open-air river level bar on the River Walk.
A photo of Little Rhein Prost Haus restaurant
7. Little Rhein Prost Haus
3.8
Excellent(123)
Price: Moderate
• Beer Garden • Downtown
Booked 1 time today
Historic Texas Country Icehouse & Premium River Walk Patio Nestled on the edge of the historic La Villita Village is a very special place, the oldest two story rock building in Bexar county built by Otto Bombach in the mid-19th century. A pleasant surprise to behold! The Prost Haus, German by design but Texas country by application. Admire the museum like spectacle of the interior restaurant and bar architecture and slide outside to the most beautiful patio on the San Antonio River Walk. Live country music radiates as guests indulge in cool Texas brews or hand-crafted colorful cocktails. The menu items are made from scratch daily and offer delicious delicacies from hand pulled giant pretzels, Texas corned beef Reubens, and mouthwatering USDA steaks. This is the best patio on The San Antonio River Walk to wind down, enjoy Texas country music, and watch the best sunsets in the southern USA.Prost Y’all!
A photo of Fiume Pizzeria and Wine Bar restaurant
8. Fiume Pizzeria and Wine Bar
4.9
Exceptional(113)
Price: Expensive
• Pizzeria • Downtown
Comming Soon-Fiume - in English meaning river - is a restaurant concept that merges the authentic flavors of Italy with traditional Texas ingredients. The artisan, Texas-crafted pizza incorporates local flavors that highlight Neapolitan-style pizza in what we define as Texapoletana.Fiume - also once a city in Italy - was known as a cultural melting pot in the height of its existence. Similarly, the San Antonio River is the core of our dynamic and culturally diverse city of San Antonio. Our vision and menu are exemplary of an elevated dining experience revered for its deep local roots and hyperlocal culinary craftsmanship
A photo of Rita's on the River restaurant
9. Rita's on the River
4.0
Excellent(2)
Price: Expensive
• Tex-Mex • Downtown
Rita's on the Riverwalk has long been known to San Antonio locals as "The Place we Bring our Friends from Out of Town," and for good reason. Located on the banks of the San Antonio Riverwalk -- walking distance from popular attractions such as the Alamo, Rivercenter Mall, Hemisfair Park, and the H. B. Gonzalez Convention Center -- Rita's boasts a bright, festive atmosphere, ample outdoor seating on our patio and in our courtyard, and plenty of room for larger parties. Now under new management and with an upgraded menu, Rita's is once again serving the finest fajitas and Tex-Mex cuisine in San Antonio, made from scratch with the best available ingredients. Of course, no Tex-Mex meal on the Riverwalk would be complete without a margarita, and Rita's has its guests covered there, as well. We serve the freshest, coldest, most inventive margaritas on the Riverwalk!
A photo of Live Fire Cooking at The Ambler restaurant
10. Live Fire Cooking at The Ambler
4.2
Awesome(9)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • Downtown
Booked 2 times today
Ambler's patio is becoming the ultimate Texas party spot! Join us every Saturday for chef-driven grilled specials with a Texas twist. Watch Chef Mike Collins and his culinary team cook dinner right in front you cowboy style using traditional cast iron cooking methods. Experience mesquite-smoked specialties and a Texas-themed ambiance, complete with live country music with the San Antonio River as the backdrop. And here's the kicker – our portions are as big as the Lone Star State! Ingredients are sourced locally. Guests can choose an entree and expect large portions of sides, biscuits and more served family style. Valet parking is included. This event is outdoors on Ambler's River Patio over looking the San Antonio River. Don't miss Ambler's Texas-themed transformation!Only available on Saturdays from 5PM to 9PM.

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