Best Lunch Restaurants in South Side East

55 restaurants available nearby

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1. Chart House Restaurant - Tower of the Americas

4.5

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Downtown

Booked 201 times today

Chart House is a fine dining restaurant serving seafood & steak and famous for their spectacular views. For more than 50 years, Chart House has redefined the ideal dining experience. With 27 waterfront and showcase locations ranging from the historic to the unforgettable, Chart House restaurants specialize in dazzling views, unique cuisine and exceptional service. From fresh fish specialties to slow-roasted prime rib, the renowned chefs of Chart House have tailored a menu that adds a unique touch to local flavors. And the Chart House happy hour is a guest favorite, where guest favor our signature cocktails and delicious bites you are sure to enjoy. Our original Hot Chocolate Lava Cake is the perfect end to a memorable dining experience at Chart House. Chart House offers the ideal setting for your next event. We would be happy to assist you with all the details of your special occasion.

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2. Ambler - Texas Kitchen + Cocktails

4.4

Awesome(537)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Booked 8 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.

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3. Corinne San Antonio

4.4

Awesome(137)

Price: Expensive

• Bistro • Downtown

Booked 13 times today

Corinne is a South Texas spin on a classic American Bistro. Featuring fresh Gulf Coast seafood, premium steak cuts and a signature bone-in tomahawk pork chop, the restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch.

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4. Domingo Restaurante

4.4

Awesome(755)

Price: Expensive

• Mexican / Southwestern • Downtown

Booked 91 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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5. Dean's Steak & Seafood

4.6

Exceptional(160)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steak • Downtown

Booked 38 times today

Embrace the unique and step into the old school at Dean’s Steak & Seafood. Adapted into a historic 19th-century schoolhouse, this classic steakhouse and bar offers an elevated menu of prime steaks, A5 Japanese and Texas wagyu, and top-quality seafood. Simply put, this one-of-a-kind steakhouse is unlike anything else in the city.If you're looking for an elevated bar experience, visit The Study at Dean's. This intimate speakeasy bar is a cocktail aficionado’s haven, ideal for those who appreciate higher touch ingredients, presentation, and ambiance. Linger over high-end cocktails and small bites in a charming atmosphere with raised banquettes, brass details, and a dedicated outdoor patio shaded under century-old live oak trees - this is the educated choice for a place to connect and unwind.

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6. Zocca Cuisine d'Italia

4.0

Excellent(200)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Downtown

Booked 13 times today

Come for the ambiance, stay for the cuisine. Enjoy Italian-inspired dishes with Texas flair, regional wines, and clink-worthy cocktails. The newly renovated and refreshed Zocca serves Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner; as well as daily Happy Hour and Weekend Brunch. A late night menu is also available from 10pm-12am in the Zocca Lounge. Live Music can also be enjoyed on Thursday evenings. Guests can expect craveable items in an indoor-outdoor setting right along the San Antonio River Walk. Special events take place year round and the indoor-outdoor bar offers a walk-up component for River Walk patrons.

7. Tokyo Cowboy

4.5

Awesome(210)

Price: Expensive

• Tapas / Small Plates • Downtown

Booked 46 times today

Asian-inspired diner with creative cocktails and a great selection of whisky!

8. Ácenar

4.5

Awesome(2596)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Mexican • Downtown

Booked 13 times today

Welcome to Ácenar Restaurant where tantalizing food, hip design and service with style await you! Restaurateur Lisa Wong (of Rosario's fame), and her business partner Pete Selig (of Biga & Maverick fame), joined forces in 2005 to launch Ácenar … one of the largest and most innovative contemporary Mexican restaurants and bars on the River Walk. Guests will enjoy a modern take on Texas regional Mexican dishes inspired by the history and heritage of these two cultures. Our professional team, led by Executive Chef Richard Sánchez - delivers a culinary explosion of bold Latin-infused flavors. Enjoy many fine selections of Gulf fish, crab and shrimp, or piping-hot San Antonio style enchiladas, savory chiles rellenos, sizzling parrilladas, asadas and cabrito — all made to your satisfaction. Our multi-level spacious restaurant features floor, balcony and outdoor seating. Enjoy daily happy hour specials and a weekend brunch.

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9. Four Brothers Southern Provisions

4.5

Awesome(357)

Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown

Booked 16 times today

A vibrant dining space serving modern South Texas cuisine with a touch of Latin and French Fusion. The menu includes seasonal and regional dishes and locally sourced proteins. High energy and vibrant mix of service and flavors.Complimentary Valet for up to 3 hours.

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10. Fogo de Chao - San Antonio

4.4

Awesome(2564)

Price: Moderate

• Brazilian • Downtown

Booked 138 times today

Fogo de Chão is an internationally-renowned steakhouse from Brazil that allows guests to discover what's next at every turn. Founded in Southern Brazil in 1979, Fogo elevates the centuries-old culinary art of churrasco - roasting high-quality cuts of meat over an open flame - into a cultural dining experience of discovery. Please join us in our dining room, in our more casual Bar Fogo, or bring the Fogo Experience to you with Fogo To-Go or Catering. Visit our website to make a reservation or place an order.

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San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
My party and I had an absolutely amazing experience. The wait was a little longer than expected but the food was fabulous. Our server was excellent at his job. The atmosphere was quite pleasant. I will definitely repeat this experience.
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Chart House Restaurant - Tower of the AmericasPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Downtown
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4.5
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Arielle
Cincinnati / Dayton •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Dean’s was a very nice restaurant! Our server was attentive and the food was excellent. We had the Alamo and the Classic (both signature steak and seafood dishes). Perfect place for an anniversary. 🥰
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Dean's Steak & SeafoodPrice: Very Expensive• Steak• Downtown
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4.6
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Shankar
Calgary / Southern Alberta •2 reviews
4.0
Dined 4 days ago
Good food and service. Really a cool spot for dinner
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Domingo RestaurantePrice: Expensive• Mexican / Southwestern• Downtown
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4.4
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Marcelvip
Dallas - Fort Worth •22 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Fantastic food and service. Lunch was great, but the peanut butter pie was the best ever.
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Corinne San AntonioPrice: Expensive• Bistro• Downtown
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4.4
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Phil
Phoenix / Arizona •5 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 10, 2024
Unique experience to have a Texas style meal outside on the Riverwalk. Meal was excellent and the service was great. Highly recommend having this dinner.
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Ambler - Texas Kitchen + CocktailsPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Downtown
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4.4

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55 restaurants available nearby

1. Chart House Restaurant - Tower of the Americas

2. Ambler - Texas Kitchen + Cocktails

3. Corinne San Antonio

4. Domingo Restaurante

5. Dean's Steak & Seafood

6. Zocca Cuisine d'Italia

7. Tokyo Cowboy

8. Ácenar

9. Four Brothers Southern Provisions

10. Fogo de Chao - San Antonio

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