San Antonio Restaurant Guide


Posh and pretty Alamo Heights is home to several great San Antonio dining options. Peppered in among glitzy boutiques, antique stores and mom-and-pop shops, residents find everything from Italian fare to fusion cuisine. Classic dining favorites like Cappy’s, the Crystal Steakhouse, the Old San Francisco Steakhouse and Ruth’s Chris serve American fare and steakhouse cuisine with a side of sophistication, while restaurants like the L’Etoile and Silo Elevated Cuisine tempt gormandizers with innovative culinary creations. After dining at one of the restaurants in Alamo Heights, take in some fresh air with a stroll along one of this neighborhood’s pretty streets or visit one of the many nightspots.

Alamo Heights Restaurants

Aldino Cucina Italiana

622 NW Loop 410, San Antonio TX 78216
Italian. Aldino Cucina Italiana is a family-friendly Italian outpost in sunny San Antonio that greets diners with Tuscan flair and the leaping flames of an exhibition kitchen. Casual dates order from the entree specials while larger groups gravitate toward the mighty pizzas and pasta bowls. Relaxed, refined and decorated in the marbled style of old Pompeii.

Bourbon St. Cafe

2267 NW Military Dr., San Antonio TX 78216
Creole/Cajun, Seafood, Steak. An inexpensive San Antonio restaurant, Bourbon St. Café gets rave reviews for its creatively prepared Creole and Cajun seafood dishes, but it's juicy steaks at moderate prices that keep locals coming back for more.

Cappy’s Restaurant

5011 Broadway, San Antonio TX 78209
American. A warm, upscale-casual atmosphere, cultivated by richly textured paintings, lofty ceilings and exposed brick, welcomes patrons to enjoy brunch, lunch or dinner in style at Cappy’s Restaurant in San Antonio. The menu opens with starters and appetizers like 7-spice seared ahi, diver scallops and stilton & lettuce wedge salad, then follows with Kobe burgers, oak-grilled tenderloin, seafood paella and potato crusted halibut.
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Crystal Steakhouse

1039 NE Loop 410, San Antonio TX 78209
Steak, Seafood. The Crystal Steakhouse is the place to go to indulge in well-crafted steakhouse cuisine. This San Antonio steakhouse satisfies meat cravings with nearly a dozen different cuts of beef, not to mention veal, seafood and rib entrees prepared in upscale American-Italian fashion.

Old San Francisco Steakhouse

10223 Sahara, San Antonio TX 78216
Steak, Seafood. The Old San Francisco Steakhouse is a San Antonio dining staple that has been serving up thick marbled steaks and icy lobster tails for over 35 years, all in Barbary Coast saloon style. This San Antonio restaurant consistently garners awards for its well-tended and well-aged beef, but can be equally proud of its extensive selection of fresh seafood, including an outstanding selection of crab, shrimp and oysters.

Paloma Blanca Mexican Cuisine

5800 Broadway, San Antonio TX 78209
Mexican/Southwestern. Paloma Blanca Mexican Cuisine is a well-respected option for both traditional and creative preparations Mexican and Tex-Mex fare. This Alamo Heights restaurant is a perfect stop for everything from dinner on the terrace to afternoon margaritas by the fountain to larger gatherings in the hacienda-style dining rooms.
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Piatti - San Antonio

255 East Basse St., San Antonio TX 78209
Italian. Piatti is a contemporary neighborhood restaurant serving creative Italian cuisine with traditional influences. Servers trained to provide casual, professional service present a great wine list in this warm and friendly environment.
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Ruth's Chris - San Antonio Airport

7720 Jones Maltsberger, San Antonio TX 78216
Steak. A renowned chain restaurant specializing in robust preparations of aged, corn-fed USDA prime beef, Ruth’s Chris is a more than palatable option for travelers seeking a dining near the San Antonio airport. This high-end steakhouse also impresses with a tempting selection of seafood and an extensive wine list.
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Silo Elevated Cuisine – Alamo Heights

1133 Austin Hwy, San Antonio TX 78209
Eclectic. Silo Elevated Cuisine is one of the most acclaimed restaurants in San Antonio. The open, classy design of the restaurant’s interior pairs flawlessly with the menu of innovative cuisine that includes seafood, wild game, tempting salads, attractive appetizers and even a few vegetarian options. There are also approachably priced prix fixe options and happy hour specials.
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Sushi Zushi – Lincoln Heights

999 E. Basse Rd., Suite 186, San Antonio TX 78209
Japanese. A contemporary setting blends with a bright, lively atmosphere to welcome guests in glorious pursuit of delicious sushi in Alamo Heights. This San Antonio Japanese restaurant serves creative and traditional preparations of Japanese cuisine, and strives to make a sake-lover out of everyone with over 50 varieties of the delectable rice wine.
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Tomatillo’s

3210 Broadway, San Antonio TX 78209
Mexican/Southwestern. Tomatillo’s in Alamo Heights is a bright and bustling cantina offering up seriously tasty fare. The lengthy menu brings together traditional Mexican cuisine dishes, Tex-Mex favorites and a few original creations, all of which pair miraculously with the restaurant’s award-winning margaritas.
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