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1. Myron's at Alon Town Center
4.9
Exceptional(4889)
$$$$
• Steak • North San Antonio
Booked 17 times today
Myron’s Prime Steak House is located in Alon Towne Centre at Northwest Military Highway and Wurzbach Parkway. We are open nightly serving Chicago prime beef, the top 2% of all prime beef in the U.S. A full bar and award winning wine list are available. Owner Bill Been, known to most for his 34 years of restaurant experience In San Antonio, has created a casual but elegant dining experience and invites you to come to Myron's, and enjoy!
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2. Meadow Neighborhood Eatery + Bar
4.9
Exceptional(970)
$$$$
• American • North Central
Booked 4 times today
Meadow Neighborhood Eatery is the first restaurant by husband and wife team, Chef PJ Edwards and Lindsey Edwards. Opened September 2018, Meadow provides North Central San Antonio with a friendly, fun, warm and relaxing environment to enjoy dinner, brunch and lunch with family and friends. Our menus change frequently as we work closely with local farmers and ranchers to provide our guests with a truly Seasonal Texas Southern dining experience. A beautiful patio with a large wood burning fireplace is perfectly cozy during the cooler evenings. With a large dining room available for up to 60 people and a more intimate space in our private dining room for groups of up to 30 people, we Have the perfect space for your next party. Join us for date night or a brunch with friends and family and enjoy our ever changing truly Seasonal menu.
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3. Selda Mediterranean Kitchen
4.8
Exceptional(69)
$$$$
• Mediterranean • Northwest
Booked 6 times today
We are a Mediterranean restaurant that offers Turkish cuisine. We have a large variety of dishes that are delicious including kebabs, pide, lamacun, lamb, lots of salads and delicious desserts, including baklava. Our sister restaurant Selda Dallas is located in Dallas, Texas.
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4. Boiler House at Pearl
4.4
Awesome(2233)
$$$$
• Contemporary Southern • Downtown
Booked 9 times today
Boiler House at Pearl is a true Texas original. Situated in the historic Pearl Brewery complex on the San Antonio River Walk, this wine-centric restaurant occupies the former “boiler house” which powered the adjacent brewery. Lead by Executive Chef Alberto "Beto" Gutierrez, the menu focuses on grilled items from local farms and markets, with a focus on “Texas ranch-style” cuisine. These delicacies are paired with extraordinary wines from around the world (available by the glass, bottle and “to-go”), full bar, live music and a casual yet energetic atmosphere. The unique list of wines boasts some of the lowest prices in the area.The restaurant incorporates various private dining areas suitable for private or corporate functions and an expansive outdoor patio area where guests can enjoy dining alfresco. We can host groups anywhere from 9 up to 290 guests in our unique, flexible private event spaces.
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5. Ruth's Chris Steak House - San Antonio (Airport)
4.7
Exceptional(2074)
$$$$
• Steakhouse • Alamo Heights
Booked 15 times today
Seating Availability is limited.Reservations are required to confirm seating availabilityRuth's Chris Steak House at Concord Plaza, San Antonio opened in 1993. At Ruth's Chris, your steak is carefully selected from the finest USDA Prime beef available. It is aged to perfection and cut by hand at the restaurant. Then, your steak is broiled - to your exact order - at a searing 1800 degrees Fahrenheit to lock in the corn-fed flavor and natural juices. It's served hot and sizzling. In fact, you can actually hear your steak sizzling from across the room. Private dining rooms available
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6. Restaurant Claudine
4.4
Awesome(667)
$$$$
• French • Downtown
Booked 1 time today
Welcome to Restaurant Claudine, the newest culinary gem from Carpenter Carpenter, nestled in a beautifully remodeled home in the vibrant Government Hill neighborhood. Under the expert direction of Raymond Vargas and Nick Benzer, step inside and discover a world of cozy elegance, where intimate tables are enveloped by exquisite hand-painted wallpaper, shimmering vintage chandeliers, and heartfelt photographs of our namesake, Houston Carpenter's beloved grandmother, Claudine.We're proud to have been recognized as one of San Antonio's best new restaurants! Our recently launched menu offers a delightful journey through French-inspired cuisine, perfect for a memorable dinner. The warmth of our hospitality and the love that goes into every dish will make you want to return again and again to the beautiful little white house we call home. We can't wait to share our passion for food and hospitality with you.
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7. Primo's
4.9
Exceptional(171)
$$$$
• Italian • Downtown
Booked 11 times today
Primo’s has quickly become one of San Antonio’s most sought-after Italian restaurants, offering a refined yet welcoming dining experience just steps from the St. Mary’s Strip. Known for our warm ambiance, exceptional hospitality, and unwavering commitment to quality, we elevate Italian cuisine with handmade pastas, bold signature dishes, and perfectly balanced cocktails.From brunch to dinner, every detail is thoughtfully crafted with care and intention. With our inviting atmosphere and stellar service, Primo’s is more than a restaurant — it’s a destination for unforgettable meals and genuine connection.-"Entra come ospite, esci come famiglia!""Come in as a guest, leave as family!"-Brunch - Lunch - Dinner-Covered Patio Seating
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8. Paloma Blanca Mexican Cuisine
4.7
Exceptional(1355)
$$$$
• Mexican • Alamo Heights
Booked 16 times today
Paloma Blanca Mexican Cuisine is a neighborhood gem, consistently praised for its authentic Mexican dishes and excellent service. Reviewers rave about the 'excellent food', 'exceptional ambience', and 'superb' service. One even calls it a 'gem of a place'. The restaurant's 'beautiful patio' and 'expansive outdoor seating' are also noted as standout features. It's a favorite among locals, often described as a 'favorite restaurant in town'.
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9. Mama's Cafe
4.7
Exceptional(506)
$$$$
• American • Alamo Heights
Booked 44 times today
San Antonio's best family-owned homestyle comfort food restaurant serving Texas inspired made-from-scratch daily breakfast, lunch, happy hour, and dinner. Enjoy our famous fried mushrooms, best pancakes in town, chicken fried American wagyu steak, Texas beers on tap, or one of our handmade craft cocktails. Join us in one of our dining rooms, at the bar, or outside on our dog-friendly and beautiful patio/beer garden.
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10. Biga on the Banks
4.8
Exceptional(5928)
$$$$
• Contemporary American • Downtown
Booked 20 times today
Overlooking the San Antonio River Walk since 2000, Bruce Auden’s Biga on the Banks continues to charm San Antonio foodies and Alamo City visitors with its constantly-changing new American menu featuring the best ingredients South Texas has to offer.It has been said that Bruce Auden has “put San Antonio on the culinary map” but this Chef is just getting started. The Biga menu features fresh caught fish like Mahi Mahi, True American Red Snapper and Ahi Tuna. Main stays on the menu usually include Hill Country Venison and Bandera Quail, Grilled Australian Rack of Lamb and Roasted Bell & Evans Chicken.The dining room is modern with a casual-well informed style of service.The wine list is eclectic and broad with hundreds of labels and the full bar offers craft cocktails.Biga on the Banks has a versatility about it. If you’re looking for a come-as-you-are impromptu bite, a celebratory dinner with family or a working dinner with business colleagues, Biga fits your needs.
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