Diners' Choice: Great for scenic views restaurants in San Antonio

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Updated October 05, 2024

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1011 Bistro

4.8

4.8 (1962)

$31 to $50

Bistro

Kerrville

About the restaurant

Built right on the bank of the Guadalupe River, 1011 Bistro offers the most spectacular view in Kerrville. You will find something in our menu for a special occasion, family gathering, or just kick back with friends and a bottle of wine on our open terrace.

Our menu features some French and American specialties, as well as some Italian classics, with a touch of Texas. Appetizers include our famous Mussels in broth, baked Crab Cakes and crispy Calamari. You can also find salads, pasta dishes, steaks and fish. Did we mention all our desserts are homemade?

Our extensive wine list has something for everyone… California Cabernets and Zinfnadels, Italian Chiantis and Pinot Grigios, Malbecs from Argentina, and Australian Shiraz. Our menu is definitely wine-friendly.

Top review

Kalie

Dined 4 days ago

The sunset view of the water was beautiful. Totally worth it!

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Popular dish

Sea Bass

Popular dish

Pear and Goat Cheese Salad

Popular dish

Seafood Pasta

Ostra at Mokara Hotel & Spa

4.7

4.7 (1302)

$30 and under

Seafood

Downtown

About the restaurant

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

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Jamesvip

Dined 1 day ago

Wonderful location , attentive professional staff, terrific food.

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4.7

4.7 (1892)

$30 and under

Continental

Boerne

About the restaurant

Delicious is only the beginning...

Nestled along the Cibolo, steps away from the Main Street bridge, The Creek offers a menu as varied and delectable as you can imagine. Whether you choose to dine alfresco on the beautiful deck or inside this historic landmark building, you will be enchanted by the service, the food and the ambiance.

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Steve

Dined 6 days ago

Excellent in every way. Amazing food, cocktails and service. Will be back for sure!

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In Contrada Vineyard + Kitchen

4.6

4.6 (172)

$31 to $50

Winery

Timberwood Park / Bulverde

About the restaurant

Family owned In Contrada Vineyard, the oldest winery in San Antonio, invites you to visit us! Enjoy an afternoon in the vines while delighting in our house made wines and freshly prepared food.

We offer inside dinning in addition to covered outside seating in the vineyard. Outside you will find gazebos, sun shades, misters and fans. Its really quite nice!

Please make sure to note our Kitchen Hours if you will be dinning with us:
Kitchen closes promptly at 8pm, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. On Sunday the kitchen closes promptly at 5 pm.
Our Wine Tasting Hours are:
Thursday 4pm to 9pm,
Friday 4pm to 9pm,
Saturday 12pm to 9pm,
Sunday 12pm to 6pm.

No split checks on parties of 6 or more & gratuity is automatically added on parties of 6+

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Randy

Dined 6 days ago

The food, service, and atmosphere were once again top notch. My wife and I invited good friends who were there for the first time. They thoroughly enjoyed it!

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Experience

10/11 Music Bingo!

Experience

All-You-Can-Eat Spaghetti Thursdays

Experience

10/18 Trivia Night

Tenfold Rooftop

4.6

4.6 (38)

$31 to $50

International

Downtown

About the restaurant

Set to become one of San Antonio’s most distinguished open-air venues, Tenfold Rooftop has garnered quite the buzz as an upcoming luxury, year-round locale—where every statement it makes packs 10x the punch. The bar’s playful cocktail list highlights tequila and mezcal, offering drinks that range from boozy to frozen to refreshing. Embark on a culinary adventure with Tenfold's exclusive '10x Tour'—a prix fixe menu featuring 10 chef-selected dishes from 10 different regions around the world. This curated experience promises to elevate your dining journey, making it 10x better than the rest. Opening August 29!

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Kathy

Dined 3 days ago

Amazing downtown view. Great service. Upscale but relaxed setting with comfortable seating. Very accommodating for large groups.

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Experience

Tuesdays @ Tenfold

Chart House Restaurant - Tower of the Americas

4.5

4.5 (16343)

$30 and under

Seafood

Downtown

About the restaurant

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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Ken

Dined 2 days ago

Great service, awesome food, beautiful view. Wish I lived closer so I could do this a few times per year

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Popular dish

Hot Chocolate Lava Cake

La Cascada Table and Bar

4.3

4.3 (576)

$31 to $50

American

Boerne

About the restaurant

Indulge in refined Hill Country cuisine in our large, bright indoor space with a twist of modern, western style or outside on our expansive terrace with views of the surrounding hills. This Hill Country favorite is open every day for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. La Cascada also features live music and events on the weekends. Visit our website to learn more about special events and offerings year-round.

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Barbara

Dined 3 days ago

Great ambiance and food — Juanita did an outstanding job taking care of us — we enjoyed our evening very much! Our party of four tried three different appetizers, steaks and fish entrees and dessert and it was all excellent! My husband and I especially enjoyed the prickly pear margaritas. Service was excellent and everyone at this resort is welcoming and friendly — will definitely be back!

1 Watson

4.3

4.3 (433)

$31 to $50

American

Downtown

About the restaurant

Rooftop bar serving craft cocktails and seasonal cuisine 15 floors above downtown in the AC Hotel San Antonio Riverwalk. Take in views of the San Antonio River Walk, Main Plaza and San Fernando Cathedral.
Our food menu at 1 Watson includes Texas-inspired items such as smoked brisket tacos as well as three varieties of tostadas. Enjoy craft cocktails, beers and wines from select Texas vineyards and beyond. Our libations menu features cocktails made from Texas-made bourbon, vodka and gin.

We have Reservations available for a percentage of our restaurant and the rest of the tables will be on a first come first serve basis. For all reservations, a two-hour time limit will be enforced. We will only hold your table for 20 minutes after your reservation time. Thank you for join us at 1 Watson!

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OpenTable Dinervip

Dined on Aug 24, 2024

The rooftop can definitely be hot, but it does get better after 7:45ish (summer). We ordered the jalapeño poppers 12/10, definitely recommend! Food was really good overall and the drinks were tasty as well! Service was great! Will definitely come back for their brunch.

Zocca Cuisine d'Italia

4.2

4.2 (187)

$30 and under

Italian

Downtown

About the restaurant

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.

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Joyce Schlanger

Dined on Sep 26, 2024

Our server was fantastic! She was one of the best I have ever had. The table on the river was lovely and the food was very good. We enjoyed our evening celebrating my husband’s birthday!

Little Rhein Prost Haus

4.1

4.1 (110)

$30 and under

Beer Garden

Downtown

About the restaurant

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!

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Joe

Dined on Sep 28, 2024

Great atmosphere enjoyed the guitarist. Food was great

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