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.
Contemporary American, Californian.
209 Restaurant & Wine Bar in Alamo Heights offers a warm, urban style with a chic dining room and oversized patio where patrons can sup on well-crafted contemporary American cuisine with an emphasis on California wine country. Whether enjoying a four-course dinner or a selection of appetizers, be sure to indulge in a wine “road trip,” which comes complete with an “itinerary” (a.k.a. tasting notes) as you savor each sip.
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.
Crumpets Restaurant & Bakery
3920 Harry Wurzbach, San Antonio TX 78209
Continental, European.
Crumpet’s Restaurant & Bakery may have a quaint and casual moniker, but this San Antonio restaurant offers fine dining experiences in a relaxing, bucolic setting with floor-to-ceiling windows and honey hues. Expertly crafted fare lingers on European notes and pairs fabulously with decadent desserts and any of the 140 vintages from the wine list.
Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse San Antonio
255 E. Basse Rd., Ste. 200, San Antonio TX 78209
Steak, American.
A classic steakhouse in San Antonio, Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse offers a stylish, lively dining experience complemented by fine wines and top-quality fare. The menu showcases centerpiece ingredients like USDA Prime beef, fresh seafood, poultry and chops, as well as generous salads and flavorful side dishes.
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 of 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.
Piatti - San Antonio
255 East Basse St., San Antonio TX 78209
Italian.
Piatti is a contemporary destination for Italian cuisine in San Antonio. This neighborhood restaurant features a wide selection of dishes prepared with both traditional and innovative influences. Servers trained to provide casual, professional service present a great wine list in this warm and friendly environment.
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.
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.
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.
The Barn Door
8400 N. New Braunfels, San Antonio TX 78209
Steakhouse, American.
The Barn Door has been serving up steaks and comforting American cuisine favorites since 1953, and it shows no signs of stopping. This Alamo Heights restaurant is known for a made-from-scratch approach with every possible item on the menu, as well as mesquite- and charcoal-prepared meats that boast a full, rich flavor and tenderness that is sure to be the cause of late-night cravings.
