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San Antonio’s diverse culture makes it a prime location to sample delicious cuisine from all over the world. Visitors to the vibrant downtown of Alamo City love strolling along the River Walk after a tasty meal at one of the city’s many restaurants. ORO Restaurant and Bar, located across the street from the Alamo, prepares Mediterranean food to perfection. For those in the mood for perfectly seared steaks, The Palm, Morton’s Steakhouse, Bohanan’s and the Chart House will delight the taste buds. San Antonio is also well known for having excellent Italian and Contemporary American eateries. From French cuisine to good old-fashioned comfort food, downtown San Antonio has something for everybody.
Featured Downtown San Antonio Restaurants
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705 East Houston, San Antonio TX 78205
 1.877.556.9203
Mediterranean.
ORO is Spanish for gold and this on-site restaurant at Emily Morgan Hotel is just that—dining gold. This fine dining establishment, located directly across the street from the Alamo, offers a Mediterranean inspired menu that is sure to delight.
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Downtown San Antonio Restaurants
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146 E. Houston, San Antonio TX 78205
Contemporary Mexican.
Signature margaritas and irresistible cocktails ready the palate for dynamite Mexican food at Acenar restaurant in downtown San Antonio. Vibrant, flavorful preparations of authentic Mexican cuisine satisfy traditionalists, while innovative dishes laced with artistic flair please the more adventurous crowds.
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600 E. Market St., San Antonio TX 78205
Latin/Spanish.
Located in the Grand Hyatt San Antonio, Achiote is a vibrant restaurant offering a well-scripted menu of Pan Latino cuisine, which fuses the culinary styles of Mexico, the Caribbean, South and Central America, and San Antonio. An extensive wine list complements the menu.
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Anaqua Grill
555 S. Alamo St., San Antonio TX 78205
American.
Located in the tiny San Antonio Plaza hotel, the Anaqua grill is a lesson in fine service, finer surroundings and stellar American bistro cuisine. Beef is certainly the cornerstone of this Texas tradition, but inventive salads and an expansive wine list round out the bill.
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203 S. St. Mary's, San Antonio TX 78205
Contemporary American.
Biga on the Banks is an award-winning San Antonio Riverwalk restaurant where revered chef Bruce Auden showcases his culinary creativity. The chic, modern setting is bright and filled with the scent of inspired contemporary fare. The menu changes daily to include fresh specials, such as sautéed Maine lobster, seared duck breast with baby bok choy and shiitake master sauce, roasted potatoes with three mushroom stuffed avocado, and chipotle grilled shrimp salad.
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219 E. Houston St., San Antonio TX 78205
Steakhouse.
A beautiful fine dining restaurant in downtown San Antonio, Bohanan’s Prime Steaks and Seafood offers the finest in contemporary steakhouse cuisine. Prime grade, center-cut Aberdeen Angus Beef, ultra-marbled Japanese Akaushi Beef and over 35 varieties of fresh seafood caught daily populate the AAA Four Diamond award-winning menu. Rounding off the offerings are a Wine Spectator-awarded wine list, a premium selection of cognacs and single-malt scotches, and cigars
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701 Bowie St., San Antonio TX 78205
Seafood, Steak.
Enjoy dining with outstanding views of the city below at the Chart House. Since 1968, this San Antonio restaurant has been garnering acclaim for a well-scripted menu of freshly caught seafood, tender steaks, robust salads and sumptuous deserts.
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150 E. Houston St., San Antonio TX 78025
Contemporary American.
Rising-star chef Jeffery Balfour deftly weaves the freshest, finest ingredients into innovative dishes at Citrus, a restaurant in the Hotel Valencia on the Riverwalk. Especially popular among the pre-theater crowd for a location within steps of the theater district, Citrus also offers an outstanding three-course prix fix Pre-Theater Menu.
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Houston Street Bistro
204 E. Houston St., San Antonio TX 78205
Seafood, Steak.
This San Antonio restaurant is as well known for its colorful Old Hollywood murals as it is for its high-design comfort food. Houston Street Bistro is a must stop for the pre-theater crowd (it's between the Majestic and Empire Theaters).
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La Focaccia Italian Grill
800 S. Alamo, San Antonio TX 78205
Italian, Seafood, Steak.
Even before San Antonio's King William neighborhood was crowned the "it" neighborhood, complete with an urban residential vibe, La Focaccia Italian Grill was known for it's true-to-the-boot Italian feel. The pizzas and pastas are large and lush, and the arty patrons are as dedicated as ever.
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112 College St., San Antonio TX 72205
American.
One of the most highly acclaimed restaurants in San Antonio, Las Canarias lives up to the expectations set by its luxurious confines within the Omni La Mansion del Rio hotel. An AAA Four Diamond restaurant on the River Walk, this impressive San Antonio dining spot offers creative American, French and Mediterranean cuisine prepared with a Texas twist.
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401 S. Alamo, San Antonio TX 78205
Italian, Tapas.
Noted for a selection of small plated meals of contemporary regional Italian cuisine, LUCA Ristorante Enoteca lures hungry patrons with fantastic fare, an antipasti bar and a superior wine list. And with a see-and-be-seen social setting, WiFi access, patio seating and a chic yet relaxed atmosphere, it’s no wonder LUCA is so well-received in the San Antonio dining world.
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849 E. Commerce St., San Antonio TX 78205
Steakhouse.
The Steakhouse specializes in classic, hearty fare, serving generous portions of USDA prime aged beef, as well as fresh fish, lobster and chicken entrees. Morton's is famous for its animated signature tableside menu presentation: steaks, whole Maine lobsters and other main course selections, along with fresh vegetables, are presented on a cart rolled to your table. The menu features a variety of favorite cuts, including a 24-ounce porterhouse, a 20-ounce New York sirloin and a 14-ounce double cut filet. Every Friday and Saturday night, enjoy Morton's famous slow roasted Prime Rib.
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212 W. Crockett St., San Antonio TX 78205
Seafood, American.
Pesca’s claim to fame is an outstanding selection of the freshest seafood flown in daily from around the world. Local produce and herbs are skillfully woven into each preparation of wild fish and shellfish to create a fresh and imaginative dining experience at this restaurant in downtown San Antonio. A sizeable tequila menu and a staggering collection of vintage wines encourage patrons to linger after their meal.
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Presidio
245 E. Commerce St., San Antonio TX 78205
Eclectic.
This San Antonio new wave Mediterranean restaurant offers an intimate space far above the crowds that fill the Riverwalk below. At Presidio, dashes of Texas mix with dollops of Spain, Italy and Southern France for a sublime dining experience.
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1170 E. Commerce St., San Antonio TX 78205
Steakhouse.
Ruth's Chris Steak House was founded May 1965 in New Orleans by Ruth Fertel. The Ruth's Chris specialty is aged corn-fed USDA prime beef served sizzling on a heated plate. Other offerings include live Maine lobster, lobster tail & Atlantic salmon.
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101 Bowie St., San Antonio TX 78205
Latin American.
A uniquely beautiful San Antonio Riverwalk restaurant, Sazo’s Latin Grill sets itself apart with more than just the warm, colorful, candlelit décor. The robust lunch, dinner and tapas menus are alive with the flavors of Spain and South America.
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203 S. St. Mary's, San Antonio TX 78205
Japanese.
Lovers of sake and of creative and traditional Japanese cuisine will think they’ve found paradise at Sushi Zushi. This downtown San Antonio Japanese restaurant consistently pleases guests with a broad menu, deftly prepared sushi and a selection of over 50 sakes.
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Texas Farm to Table
312 Pearl Parkway, Bldg 2, San Antonio TX 78215
Texas Farm to Table is a small, bright cafe adjoining the Aveda Institute at the site of Pearl Brewery complex. They offer light fare, including breakfast, salads and paninis. The lovely grounds complement the selection of fresh, organic ingredients purchased from local farmers.
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233 E. Houston St., San Antonio TX 78205
Steakhouse.
Voted Critics Choice 2007 “Best Steakhouse in San Antonio” by the San Antonio Express, The Palm San Antonio is a venerable option for steakhouse cuisine. USDA prime aged steaks, jumbo Nova Scotia lobsters, fresh seafood and Italian fare combine with a bright, casually elegant atmosphere and fantastic service.
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