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Diners' Choice: Hot spot restaurants in San Antonio

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Updated February 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants that are the best hot spots in San Antonio? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!


A photo of Sidecar at Prince Solms Inn restaurant
4.9
4.9 (522)
$30 and under
Tapas / Small Plates
New Braunfels
About the restaurant
"Where craft meets quality. An evening at Sidecar, located in the heart of New Braunfels at the historic Prince Solms Inn, is like stepping back in time. The ambiently lit speakeasy features an extensive whiskey selection, live jazz and fantastic tapas. Whether you're enjoying the live music downstairs or imbibing in one of the private party rooms upstairs, the beauty of the building does not disappoint."

Top review
LISAVIP
Dined 6 days ago
This is a perfect date place with magnificent Espresso Martinis and Jazz!! Service is outstanding.
A photo of Sichuan House restaurant
4.8
4.8 (52)
$30 and under
Sichuan
Far West Side
About the restaurant
Humble eatery featuring Sichuan tapas, hot pots & mains such as pork belly & Kung Pao shrimp.
Top review
Matthew
Dined on Jan 26, 2025
Food was amazing. Wish it felt softer and more personal inside, but the flavor will absolutely bring me back.
A photo of MASH'D San Antonio – The Original Culinary Bastards restaurant
4.6
4.6 (1168)
$30 and under
American
Stone Oak
About the restaurant
MASH'D. Trailblazing Food & Beverage highlighting memorable flavors & distinct freshness. Served within our energizing, socially connected, unique environment. Your place to gather with friends & family, & celebrate life!
Top review
OpenTable Diner
Dined 7 days ago
Awesome scenery great service always the perfect place for brunch
A photo of Dave & Buster's - San Antonio (Balcones Heights) restaurant
4.6
4.6 (108)
$30 and under
American
Medical Center
About the restaurant
Each Dave & Buster’s has more state-of-the-art games than ever, more mouth-watering menu items and the most innovative drinks anywhere. From wings to steaks, we’ve got whatever suits your appetite and our premium bar assures we’re stocked to satisfy! Plus, you can watch your game on one of our massive HDTVs with epic stadium sound.
Top review
Sarah
Dined 6 days ago
It was a great place to watch the Super Bowl Food was fine but not hot- for the app sampler platter Our waiter was nice but didn't bus the table until the end
A photo of Luna Rosa Puerto Rican Grill y Tapas restaurant
4.6
4.6 (126)
$31 to $50
Puerto Rican
Downtown
About the restaurant
Authentic Puerto Rican cuisine right in the heart of Downtown San Antonio. Luna Rosa Puerto Rican Grill y Tapas, is a family owned restaurant that will give you an experience you won't soon forget! Your senses will be entertained and appetite will be pleased.
el sabor de la vida...
The savory pernil y arroz con ganudules, mofongo, sorullitos, tostones and more. From Spain, we will offer the amazing paellas, tapas and sangria. The Tapas concept offers patrons the option to choose from a variety of tasty dishes to share. We offer a fully stocked bar specializing in a variety signature Puerto Rican rum cocktails, tropical margaritas and a selection of tintos and white wines.

Top review
WANITA
Dined 2 days ago
overall you get the best experience I love coming here the food ,drinks the atmosphere the workers are the best you get the family love
A photo of P.F. Chang's - La Cantera restaurant
4.5
4.5 (158)
$30 and under
Chinese
La Cantera
About the restaurant
We are an Asian & Chinese restaurant offering dine-in, takeout, to-go, delivery, and catering. Make a reservation online to dine in. Order Asian and Chinese food delivery, takeout, and catering online or through the P.F. Chang's mobile app. Let us cater the perfect feast for you - corporate office catering menus are also available. P.F. Chang's offers a variety of signature Asian, Thai, Korean, Japanese, Mongolian, and Chinese food dishes including Chicken Lettuce Wraps, Chicken Pad Thai, Signature Lo Mein, Fried Rice, Mongolian Beef, Chang's Spicy Chicken, and Pork and Shrimp Dumplings. Order online for sushi delivery and takeout. Many gluten-free and vegetarian menu items are available. Try our seasonal cocktails and seasonal menu items.
Top review
johnny
Dined 6 days ago
Great experience great service great food! If you get a chance to be waited on by Eileen, she’s exceptional!
A photo of Hugman's Oasis restaurant
4.5
4.5 (83)
$30 and under
Cocktail Bar
Downtown
About the restaurant
We are hosting Sippin' Santa a Christmas Themed Tiki inspired pop-up. It will run Nov29th-Dec31st, a new menu and limited time glassware will be featured during the event. Join us for the most festive time of the year! (during this time reservations will be capped at 90 minute durations.)
Top review
Adam
Dined on Jan 19, 2025
Amazing Tiki bar with quality drinks and great decorations
A photo of Rock & Brews - San Antonio restaurant
4.4
4.4 (20)
$30 and under
American
North Central
About the restaurant
We have it all! American food, craft beers, signature cocktails, large parties and private dining space, live music, catering, live sports, dog-friendly patios, and more!

Rock your taste buds with our American inspired menu boasting creative spins on the standards. Our menu items are prepared from scratch using fresh ingredients from the local community. Wash down our culinary creations with one of our 48+ craft beers on tap from local, national, and international breweries or check out our signature cocktails and extensive bourbon and tequila selections!

The restaurant can accommodate sports fanatics and large parties of any size (including family and corporate gatherings, youth sports teams, and rehearsal dinners) in our sizable dining room or on our private patios. The restaurant also features live music, weekday lunch specials, a dog-friendly outdoor patio (ask to see our dog menu), and brunch on the weekends.

Top review
MonicaVIP
Dined on Jan 30, 2025
My 1st time at “Rock & Brews”, loved the food, drinks and live band!
A photo of 1 Watson restaurant
4.3
4.3 (478)
$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!

Top review
Wayne
Dined on Jan 14, 2025
Stellar! Great view. Great food. Great server. Try at least one of these: Cornbread!! Brisket tacos!!! Mezcal Old Fashioned!!!! 1Watson is a must stop in SA.
A photo of Little Rhein Prost Haus restaurant
3.8
3.8 (121)
$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!

Top review
Allison
Dined on Jan 26, 2025
Food was great and the music was awesome. We were able to sit outside and enjoy the weather and the Riverwalk. It was a little hard to have conversations but the whole evening was a hit.
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