We went with another couple. It's a very good place - they transformed an old firehouse into a restaurant. They kept the firemen poles - just a great use of the space. Our server was very personable, attentive and spot on with recommendations. If there was any 'down' to the dinner it was that the music they play is very loud - they should turn it down a bit. Otherwise, a perfect dinner. We started with the Bread Service. The bread itself was standard but we had a choice of Herbed Butter, Whipped Ricotta, Roasted Garlic OIive Oil. We opted for herbed butter which had a great flavor. Since I love olives, we also ordered the House Cured Olives which came with chili oil, Gorgonzola and roasted garlic. They were very good and there were plenty of them. We also chose the Three Cheese Beef And Pork "Meatballs", which are seared on the outside and flavored with roasted garlic tomato sauce and Parmesan cheese. They are actually squares (four to an order) and they had an amazing flavor. Next we had the Wedge Salad, which also serves two people. It had tomatoes, red onions, dill ranch, bleu cheese and pepperoni. The flavors really worked well together! We tried the pear salad (also served two people) which had arugula, pecorino, pine nut crumble and Saba. As with everything else, the flavors were very good. My wife had the Trenne Bombay, which was a triangle shaped pasta with Pomodoro, Cream, Pancetta, and dill. I loved it - the flavors were amazing with a slight hint of dill. I'm not a big pasta guy but I would order this! One of our party had the Eggplant Parmesan which was served with Fontina, Parmesan Custard, Besciamella, Pomodoro and Basil. I am not an eggplant guy but I decided to try a bite and was pleasantly surprised. The guest who ordered it loves eggplant and she said it was honestly the best she's eaten! Two of us had the Parmesan-Herb Crusted Lamb Chops with Roasted Garlic and White Wine Cream Sauce. We both like lamb chops but both have eaten far more that weren't good than good ones. We were very pleased with these. They were breaded, which is a bit unusual but it worked. The sauce was the perfect pairing - these were very good. The vegetables are all add-ons. We decided to order the Grilled Brussel Sprouts, with Balsamic vinegar, Honey and Crispy Pancetta. They came with enough to share with two or three. That were really tasty. The balsamic was the perfect flavor - they were very good (and I love good Brussel sprouts but most places don't prepare them well). You wouldn't think we had room for dessert - but we had to. The couple we were with ordered the S'mores Panna Cotta. I don't know what all they had in them, but they were really tasty and not too heavy. The order of one came in two bowls. My wife and I shared the cheese cake. I honestly forget what type of cheese was in it, but it was extremely flavorful and a perfect texture. Our server said she loved it but some folks thought it had too much of a fig flavor - we didn't find that at all - it was a perfect flavor with a very slight hint of lemon. We truly enjoyed the whole meal from start to finish. We will definitely return again! read more

Our first experience at Battalion was amazing! We went for an early Mother's Day celebration and everything was wonderful! The ambiance is so unique and total design/decor of the restaurant is on point. The food and service experience is one of the best we've had & I can't boost enough about Kelly!!!! He guided our experience through it all = he is top notch! Highly recommend Battalion & request Kelly's section read more

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Had a great dinner at Battalion Restaurant in San Antonio. The restaurant sits in a restored firehouse, and they've kept two original fire poles inside, which gives the place a unique character. The vibe is modern and eclectic. Downstairs holds the bar, restrooms, and some tables, while the kitchen and main dining area are upstairs. We started with house-made Italian sodas. My wife had black cherry, which was smooth and mild, while my blood orange soda was bold and rich. We ended up switching drinks halfway through and enjoyed both. For an appetizer, we ordered the Three Cheese Beef and Pork "Meatballs." They're actually cube-shaped, packed with flavor, and seasoned perfectly with just a light hint of lemon. For dinner we shared: * Manicotto di Spinaci * Italian-style lasagna with lamb ragu, mozzarella, and pomodoro * Chicken Parmesan with pomodoro, mozzarella, and basil Everything was comforting, flavorful, and clearly made with care. Dessert was outstanding -- chocolate mousse topped with a flame-roasted homemade marshmallow and graham cracker crumble. The mousse melted in your mouth, light and fluffy, while the marshmallow added just the right amount of sweetness. Service was excellent, and the whole experience felt relaxed but special. Definitely a place we'll be back to. read more

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Fantastic place. Fantastic service. Fantastic food. Our server was TOP NOTCH. He recommended the spinach dumplings and he could not have been more spot on. They were so good. The ambiance is amazing. A definite date night spot. You must go if you have never been. read more

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They overbooked the restaurant the night we dined here and had a reservation at 8pm. Didn't really give us an explanation or an estimated wait time. Also didn't offer to comp anything. Just said there were people in front of us. We waited it out and got seated at 8:40pm. Waiter didn't say anything about the wait time. Once we were seated the experience was fine. The food was very good and the waiter was attentive. Highly recommend the meatballs, spinach dumplings and the fettuccine prosciutto pasta. The chicken parm was recommended to us but honestly, id skip it next time. Found a bone in it. OH ALSO. We paid for 2 hr parking across the street and because we were delayed in seating by 40 min, we went over the time by 15 min and now we have a $100 bill to cover. Thanks Battalion! read more

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A beautiful restaurant from the moment you walk in, old fire station turned restaurant Waited a good 40 mins with a reservation sat at bar until table was ready sat and ordered and the 1 demerit they did not have the New York strip available as part of their meat, it had "Just" sold out which is one of the best to have in any restaurant, the food we did order was good great salad and chicken parmigiana the ambiance is fantastic red beautiful lighting sets the tone soothing chill music plays in the background. Definitely try it for restaurant week. Quick note the restaurant has no parking you have to pay for it read more

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This place is 10/10!! Walk a few extra steps from the touristy Riverwalk joints to eat here, I promise you it's worth it! Amazing prices for the quality. Management is incredibly attentive. Staff is super professional. Atmosphere is historic fire dept. meets hip night club vibes. Great cocktails. If you like bourbon they had Blue Corn Still Austin...BTAC...and more. Can't wait to go back again. read more

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This place has such unique character! My fiancé and I dined with Battalion for our 10th anniversary and we had such a lovely time. Our server was sweet and attentive without hovering too much, and even brought us a complementary slice of Olive Oil and Lemon Cake to celebrate our occasion. Everything was absolutely delicious, but my favorite had the be the Three Cheese Beef and Pork Meatballs. Savory, sweet, rich in flavor, this meal hit all the marks. I'd highly recommend Battalion, especially for a date. The ambiance, food, and service were all excellent and worth sharing the experience with. read more

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I managed to sneak in online around 3pm to make a 5pm booking for our family We got there as soon as the restaurant opened. The check says that our server was Wacey. I honestly cant remember if he said his name but he was AWESOME! He looked after us so well but it wasnt over the top either. Like if someone came over to his house. He went through the menu told us how much to order what to order. I love it. I worked at restaurants and I always told ppl honestly if they were ordering too much We had the bread to start with. bomb! So good! Then the spinach dumplings. The sauce was so good Out of all our mains my favorite was the chicken parmesan. My least favorite was the lasagne as it was a little dry. The potatoes had too much paprika. I love pannacotta. This one was a little too sweet for me but the tiramisu was good. Prices were really good too read more

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We had been wanting to try this place! Not disappointed. Trying to experience downtown more before all the new construction hits (although there is still plenty of current construction - lol!). Great time. Excellent service! Great appetizers and very good wine selection. A bit pricey but good serving size and absolutely delicious! read more

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Two people in our party of seven were served cold entrees LONG after everyone else was served; they took them back to "remake" and we waited at least 20 minutes and everyone else was finished with their meal. To make matters even worse, I informed our server of my gluten allergy/celiac disease and they served me something that definitely had gluten. I am now nice and sick when I am about to drive two hours home. I will never return to this establishment despite the management telling me my food was safe and trying to make up for the cold and very delayed entrees. read more

Restaurant week was yummy! We started with spinach dumplings and meatballs. Our dinner was the NY Strip and Chicken Parm. We added the Trenne Bombay Dessert was S'more Pana Cotta and the cannoli. (They were out of the tiramisu) Every course was incredible. I really love this restaurant . The staff is super friendly and I love the ambiance read more

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This has been on my list for a long time, I was just looking for a reason to celebrate. It was worth the wait the wait staff was so kind and explained everything on the menu before ordering, even going as far to make sure I like bitter drinks before putting in my drink order(saved me). They had extended restaurant week so we were able to participate in that as well. We got meatballs, chicken parm, burrata, ravioli, tiramisu and cannoli. Not one food item disappointed us and we will definitely be recommending. read more

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It's my third time here and it's been a while since I visited but just not sure I will bother to come back. Service was generally good throughout the night - and it's a fun location with nice vibe as an old firehouse. We began with the bread with sides and that was the highlight of the meal - bread was delicious, light and fresh, whipped ricotta was phenomenal as was the garlic in oil. Could have easily eaten more of that and our group loved it! Burrata was good, needed a little more something but was good overall. Spinach dumplings were delicious with the right hint of truffle but were lukewarm and temperature was off through the meal. Then we moved to mains and sides / I had the brown butter ravioli. It was 4 large ravioli; not warm enough and definitely not cooked enough. Good pasta should be al dente but these were downright chewy. Beets with mascarpone was good but needed a little more seasoning and it was hard to determine what temperature they were supposed to be , same with carrots. Prices here are exceptional and it allows you to try lots of little dishes for the table First time I ate here it was phenomenal but just not liking temperatures, seasoning and cook on pasta so not a favorite for me I am afraid. read more

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Food was ok, not the best I had. Not pleased with sanitation there, servers also bussing tables cleaning dirty dishes then serving immediately after, one server was literally dripping sweat with his shirt completely soaked through. Every time he touched his clothes then served we get the extra sweat flavor. Honestly this place was kinda disgusting. 05-23-26 visit read more

Loved the experience. Unique location in an old firehouse, two story, plenty of cheap parking around the restaurant. TIP: They validate for 50% off parking. The service was helpful, friendly and attentive. I like the changing out of plates and utensils between courses. The food was amazing. We went family style sharing bread plate, meatballs, burrata, and a salad to start. The meatballs were sitting in a rich tomato sauce with fresh basil. The burrata was served with grilled focaccia and tomatoes. The main plates we tried were herb encrusted lamb chops, fettuccine, Trenne Bombay, cacio e pepe, and charred beets. Wow. Loved it all! The lamb chops were cooked perfectly .. medium rare .. and served in a white sauce. The charred beets were tamed by the walnuts and mascarpone. We finished with the tiramisu. Not the traditional lady finger recipe but very good never the less. Cannot wait to go back! read more

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Shut the firehouse front door! This place was amazing! Wacey rocks! Best server ever! The food and the service was outstanding! If you haven't given it a try, you absolutely should. Be sure to make reservations because they book out quickly. We will definitely be back! read more

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A solid choice for Italian in San Antonio. What I ordered: Ricotta Cavatelli (16) - Pork Sausage, Mushroom, Broccoli - Was a little sad to see that the dish seemed to be missing the ricotta. I'm guessing it was in the sauce but the sauce wasn't very cheesy. For being a namesake ingredient I was expecting the dish to be a little more ricotta forward. Aperol Spritz (11) - one of the best aperol spritzes I've had in SA, would absolutely recommend getting one. Service was very good and the restaurant being in an old converted firehouse made for a fun evening. read more

Battalion - Ricotta Cavatelli - Italian Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

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Delicious bursting flavor! Kind, informed waiter! Relaxing and fancy ambiance! (The new name of the restaurant is "Feast") read more

Battalion - Eggplant Parm, Meatballs, Chicken - Italian Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

I really enjoyed how low key the space was -- from the lighting to the noise level. I really enjoyed being able to have a casual conversation. Additionally, they have diverse wine selection and the food was really good. Our server was really kind and they were so thoughtful to bring a free cake for my birthday. FYI you can get discounted parking at one of the lots so make sure you ask before hand. read more

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Amazing Italian restaurant a little bit off the beaten path from the Riverwalk but definitely close enough to be walkable. This restaurant used to be an old firehouse so the vibes were very warehousey and industrial/rustic. They even still have the fire poles in place. My only complaint is that because of the structure, it's pretty loud at dinner and a little hard to hear. Pretty echoey Either way the food is incredible. There is an open kitchen concept on the second floor and a nice bar in the middle of the first floor. We did a family style meal so I was able to try a little bit of everything. The spinach dumplings and meatballs were incredible. Definitely a must try. Pear salad was lovely. We love veggies so we got the meets, carrots, and broccolli. All we're phenomenal, particularly the beets. It's hard to get that dish to have a perfect balance of flavors. We also got two pasta dishes that were good, it didn't blow me away but solid. The chicken parmesan is yummy but be aware it huge portions. I was pleasantly surprised by the lamb, it wasn't as gamey as expected and really nice crunchy texture on the outside read more

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We had some delicious food at battalion while in town. Our server had great knowledge and gave us some good suggestions. We started with the meatballs, which are not very ball like. They are more flat squares, but are delicious nevertheless. I had the pasta with pancetta. The portion size is perfect and is covered with lots of Parmesan. We also shared the green beans and broccoli as sides. We started with the bread service with the whipped ricotta. Just outstanding. The dining room is not very large so time at the table is important as they continue to fill up during service times. Great choice. read more

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I really wish we could do 3 1/2 because the inside of the restaurant was beautiful. Our waiter was Kelly super nice. The restrooms were kind of gross because they are unisex and the toilet seats were left up and there was pee on the floor and I'm sure if they knew it would have been taken care of. On to the food I will say I was disappointed. We got the NY strip steak and fettuccine the steak was way over cooked and the rosemary was burnt on top of it. The pasta was really good. I would give it a 7/10 I expected more out of an elegant restaurant especially with those prices read more

This is an old firehouse repurposed as a beautiful restaurant! The aesthetic is gorgeous and I love that they left the old fireman's pole covered with plexiglass. Careful if upstairs as it is see through! The service was spectacular and attentive. Our book club made reservations for a Friday evening. Does appear that is the best option as there were quite a few larger parties. Food wise the pork tenderloin was very tasty and moist. Pasta was perfection if you enjoy pasta al dente. Beware Drinks are strong read more

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First time here, the food was good, it wasn't what we expected, pricey! Service was great. They didn't have spaghetti or fettuccine, and no pizza This restaurant is an old fire house, the poles are still there read more

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Solid date night spot for great shareable bites and delicious drinks. Ambiance is great, indoor and outdoor seating options, good service. read more

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Food was good. But the server said they give large portions. I am not sure about that. No complaints there. Just an observation that portions are about the right size or even smaller. Ambiance is nice. Old fire station so has a nice vibe. But be ready to know where to park. I asked the front desk if it was okay to park on street. She said yes. But within two minutes I got a ticket. read more

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Our friends from Kansas City recommended we sign up, march on over and extinguish our hunger at Batallion. We are so glad that we did. As you'll read (and see) the Italian restaurant is located in a rehabbed firehouse, hence, Battalion refers to its' heritage. We trekked over on the Saturday of the Thanksgiving holiday weekend, after making a reservation that didn't seem to have any time slots unavailable. As we entered the establishment it was obvious that this was a very thoughtful designed and renovated space; beautiful decor, a gorgeous Chihuly-style chandelier above the bar and a hip post-industrialist vibe. So far so good. While there were small groups of people, we did see plenty of empty tables and a smattering of people at the bar, which did give us some pause as to why, on a Saturday night, the place wasn't packed. If their was a concern that the quality of the food or the service wasn't good, that was quickly put aside. Our server, Alexander showed up immediately, was cheerful, knowledgable and on top of things. The menu might not be extensive, it really did offer something for everyone, but the true delight is that it brought it home with unique preparations and delicious tastes. We started with the bread basket (fresh and served with creamy ricotta) and the marinated olives. I loved both, but the olives set the stage for what was to come. They were marinated in a slightly spicey bath of oil and crushed red pepper and mixed in with crumbles of a delectable blue cheese. Yummy! On to our mains, and while we had a very hard time making decisions, Alexander was there with expert descriptions and insights. Ultimately the Eggplant Parmesan, served as lightly breaded thinly sliced patties in a combo red sauce with a bechamel center came to our delight. For me, I had debated over a heartier meat dish and a pasta, but after hearing Alexander describe the Spaghetti with yellow tomatoes in a crushed red tomato sauce, I had to jump in. And boy am I glad that I did. This may have been one of the simplest dishes but best tasting Spaghetti's that I have ever had. And plentiful too. Oh, and speaking of fire houses, it also brought a bit of pleasant heat (yes, pun intended). The meal was accompanied by a terrific bottle of Chianti Reserva from a fairly impressive listing of Italian vino's. You really couldn't be stationed at a better restaurant in downtwon San Antonio. Not just for putting out the flames of hunger, but for a brigade's worth of a wonderful establishment. read more

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Battalion's rebrand to The Feast is a huge disappointment. The food is no longer Italian, and while the menu seems to aim for shareable small plates, the execution doesn't support that concept at all. The experience was confusing and underwhelming from start to finish we actually left and went to another restaurant just to get tiramisu. I was one of Battalion's original customers when it first opened, but now I barely recognize the place. In addition, the waitress seemed to be disconnected from the place. Unfortunately, I won't be returning. read more

if you have not eaten at this restaurant, you are missing out! The ambience, service, delicious Italian food in this premier location is a must! read more

Feast at Battalion. We loved Feast and it was treat to revisit some of the old memories. As it should be, the food was the star. However, support for the wonderful food from Wacey, our waiter made the evening even more special. Happy Holidays to all and make sure you take advantage of the special holiday menu. read more

(From January, 2025) Thinking about italian eats, my girlfriend and I decided to book a spot via OpenTable on a whim for a Saturday dinner in mid-January. This random booking on a fly led to one of the most satisfying dining experiences that we both will cherish and continue to talk about whenever we visit San Antonio. It was about a 15 minute walk from our hotel, we arrived on time and were seated outside. While it was cold and windy, they had space heaters available to keep us warm as we waited for our server. For a moment, we debated if we should move inside since the wind made things quite chilly for us (we should've worn jackets, oops) but decided to stay outside once we were approached by Kelly, our server. He had a bubbly personality and excellent knowledge of the food and wine, giving us great recommendations. The glasses of wine he recommended for us (Erath Pinot Noir for my girlfriend, Cantinia Montepulciano for myself) were both excellent and complimented our meals well. As for our meal, they had a restaurant week special which both of us participated in which were a 3 course meal. For the appetizer round, we started with the spinach dumplings and the trenne bombay (think of penne but more squarish). Both were excellent. The dumplings has a hearty taste mixed with the truffle cream, shaved parm, and saltiness of the prosciutto topping. The trenne bombay was an awesome pasta dish with the pasta cooked perfect al dente mixed in a tomato pomodoro sauce with pancetta topped with shaved parm and dill. We probably could've ordered that pasta as our main course (which is available as a main), that's how much we liked it. But we each decided on the NY Strip as our main course. Cooked medium rare and served with crispy potatoes, the steak was tender and juicy with a rosemary/lemon/fennel seasoning; bon appetit! Finally, our dessert consisted of the tiramisu and the s'mores panna cotta; both of which we scarfed down. The tiramisu was soft and contained layers of sweetness. Meanwhile, the panna cotta contained graham cracker crumbles with a marshmallow finish and chocolate chips mixed in, absolutely devine! Great food combined with great service made this one happy restaurant experience (despite the aggressive winds). The restaurant is lucky to have Kelly who was a shining star that night. As someone who worked in the service industry, I appreciated his graciousness and attitude in making this a memorable experience. No doubt we will return and hope to have him as our server! read more

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I booked a reservation for my husband's 50th birthday celebration a week in advance for a party of 12. They followed up with courtesy phone calls and text messages confirming reservations a day or two prior, and the day of to make sure we were still set for the day . As soon as we arrived we were greeted with the warmest , friendliest welcome. The ambiance was very relaxed and calm , even with the staff moving around the restaurant, everyone and everything just flowed effortlessly. The music was not blaring on the over head speakers. We were actually able to have a nice conversation with our guest. My favorite part , I have to say without a doubt was the food . It was outstanding! For the next two weeks the restaurant is doing a memorial in honor of the previous restaurant Feast which closed during covid . In leu of , they merged the menu which offered food selections from both restaurants. WIN, WIN ! You have selections from a la cart choices and you also have your meat selections which can be pared up nicely with one of their side selections of your choice. The a la cart selection are enough to feed two people as well as the meats . We ordered the fried pork belly lettuce wraps, which was so tender . Italian pasta in a green pasta sauce , the pasta is all made in the restaurant. All I'm gonna say is , real authentic pasta . We also ordered the spicy chicken , which to me tasted like jerk chicken served with beans in beef chorizo , perfect with just that little squeeze of lime . Also on today's order was the lamb chops , burger , Jacks Mac n cheese w bread crumbs , pork meatballs which sat in a nice just right tomato pasta sauce , which was top tier for the pallet , spinach dumplings and braised short ribs . THE FOOD WAS OUTSTANDING!!! 5 jalapeños from me . Huge props to our waiter Wason who did an amazing job keeping up with us . Also gratuity is included, but of course we tipped an extra amount for a job well done So the bill came out to $286 with tip included for party of 9 at the end . That's not what we gave in addition to. Sorry I didn't think of taking a picture of the food as I was too busy eating the most flavorful meal I have had I along time . read more

Battalion - Perfection - Italian Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

I can't believe this place is in San Antonio... the food is next level compared to what im used to here. The spinach dumplings are the best thing I've ever had, my bf and I were floored. Came for Valentine's Day so there was a set menu but everything was so good. Ambiance and atmosphere was intimate but still laid back/warm and welcoming. Our server was AMAZING and made our experience so wonderful. I genuinely can't wait to come back here and am looking for my next excuse/special occasion to. Loved it!!! read more

Battalion - Tiramisu - Italian Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

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I have been here twice now, a year apart, and while I have never left completely amazed, there are definite positives. The atmosphere and layout make the restaurant feel unique, and the food is decent. The service is friendly and attentive. We had a reservation for a Friday 6:00pm dinner, and the restaurant felt quite empty, which was a bit surprising but didn't take away from our experience. read more

This place is sooo yummy! It definitely exceeded my expectations. My best friend and I ordered few different items. He did a tasting and had the meatballs, chicken parm, and tiramisu. We also got the bread service with honey ricotta and roasted garlic and olive oil. I love that they had so many different options of spreads to go with their fresh bread. I will say it is filling! My friend also got their homemade italian soda and that was a hit! The server we had was great. She was very attentive and kind. I liked the ambiance a lot. We got to sit upstairs which was nice because you can see southtown/downtown from the tables. Definitely a great atmosphere or perfect for a date night! Will be coming back for my bday! Can't wait! read more

Battalion - eggplant - Italian Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

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We diner in for a party of 7 for dinner. Our server Julia was amazing. She kept our drinks full and our belly's happy. The restaurant is very clean and decorated very nicely. I had a pasta dish and many others at the table got the restaurant week deal which I forgot to take a pic of the menu. Ample parking behind the restaurant which you have to pay for. The restaurant is an old fire station with the pole still intact on the 2nd floor. The food was good and fresh. It did take awhile for our food but I could tell it was freshly being made and not opened out of a packet like other Italian chains. read more

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Date night we could figure out were to go and the Battalion was rated very high and we had a delightful experience overall. The spinach dumplings were tasty, though a bit on the dry side. However, the truffle cream sauce added a nice touch that elevated the dish. We also tried the Italian salad, which was bursting with flavor! The combination of greens, prosciutto, carrots, tomatoes, and candied hazelnuts dressed in vinaigrette was refreshing. My only suggestion would be to slice the prosciutto for easier enjoyment. The bread and butter were a lovely addition, and we appreciated their quality. The Manicotto Di Spinaci was another highlight--huge portion and very satisfying! Lastly, the Chicken Parmesan was absolutely delicious; it really hit the spot. Service overall was great. Super cool ambiance Overall, we had a great meal and would recommend for anyone looking for tasty Italian fare! read more

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I say maybe because it must have been an off night. The place is a cool remodeled old firewall and when you head to the upstairs dining room you can walk right by the firepower to the 1st floor. The food sounded delicious but all came out tepid at best. After I sent it back 2x the manager came to say that this wasn't normal but that they were having issues. They gave us a free dessert for our trouble. Not sure I would go back just bc too much trouble and plenty of other places to visit. read more

I was very excited to come here since I saw this restaurant is one of the best in town but Lamb wasn't good. It was ok but I can't say it's delicious so couldn't finish it. Oven roasted carrots was good read more

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