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    Biga On The Banks

    4.3 (1.1k reviews)
    Closed • 5:00 pm - 9:00 PM

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    BIGA ON THE BANKS ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Romantic
    Classy
    Outdoor seating

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    Slow cooked Angus beef Denver
    Cindy K.

    Biga on a the Banks, you are a gem!!! We absolutely LOVED everything of our experience from the time we walked in until we left. And our wonderful waiter was the sweetest man, we love Gabriel. 5 stars for that man for sure. Okay the food, holy moly. The pan seared scallops over the Texas cheese grits with a habanero, pineapple chutney, Was, wow out of this world! Sooo good. Everything was excellent loved the atmosphere and can dress casual or dress up!! Must go, highly recommend. Be patient you more than likely have an amazing meal headed your way!

    Habanero Jerk Scallops
    Jen E.

    Food is a gastronomic success! The antelope, quail, scallops, everything with gorgeous presentation and delicious. Service outstanding. Love the decor and ambiance. Fantastic find!

    Lamb rack
    Ara N.

    The food was phenomenal, service was great, and the location is centered in downtown(on the river) and accessible by walking if you are staying downtown. This place is great for a date night, a meal after a conference, or if you just wanna treat yourself. They have indoor and outdoor seating available. They also have a special menu with bar bites, so if you sit at the bar during happy hour, the bites are at a special price. I didn't sit at the bar this time but next time I will take advantage of it.

    Christopher F.

    What a wonderful experience. It was my first visit to you this establishment and I was very pleased. The server was happy to make a special drink that was not too sweet, but also included vodka. He also helped me pick out much of my meal. I started with an Asian vegetable salad, which was delicious. I then had the Chef seafood sampler, which was actually an appetizer for the evening, but worked out perfectly. It included a salmon bite, a fried oyster with squid ink, pasta and a seared scallop over grits. We finished off the meal with a couple of desserts, including crème brûlée and an ice cream bun. The restaurant is beautiful with lots of art and quality surroundings. Can't wait to go back.

    beet, goat cheese, arugula salad
    Caryn K.

    Absolutely amazing experience at Biga! My mom and I came for dinner on a Sunday. We enjoyed their prix fix menu for $36 and free parking with validation. We both ordered a beet salad as an appetizer with the salmon as our main course. The food was absolutely delicious! The chef did a wonderful job at pairing fresh, vibrant flavors together to curate the perfect dish. I appreciated being able to order my items dairy free. When I inquired about their dairy free options, I was simply told that I could order what I wanted and they would make the necessary modifications. This was an extremely unique and highly appreciated experience. The interior was very clean and we weee seated next to a window, which made the experience all the better. They had a delicious sounding full menu and full drink menu as well. Overall, I loved my experience and will surely have to return.

    Kids' pasta w marinara & shrimp
    Kim R.

    Visited San Antonio for the weekend from Houston. We made a same day reservation for dinner on a Friday night, no problem. Service was great, attentive, informative.. no issues! We had our two 9 year olds with us & discovered that they were doing a summer promo where kids eat free, that was a lovely bonus! The kids also got a little goodie bag which had a fidget spinner in it & that was helpful to entertain the kids while we waited for our food. We all really enjoyed our meals.. next time we're in San Antonio, we will come back to Biga's!

    Shrimp
    Darlene K.

    Biga on the Banks absolutely delivered a five-star experience from start to finish. When we first walked in, the restaurant was completely empty aside from my dining companions, but as the evening went on, the place steadily filled up -- and by the end of the night it was buzzing with energy. It was clear we were in the right spot. The curtains were drawn when we arrived, creating a cozy, intimate atmosphere. Then, after the sun set over the Bexar County Courthouse, the curtains were opened and we were treated to a beautiful view of the River Walk. The timing couldn't have been more perfect -- it completely elevated the evening. Service was outstanding. Toryn was our server, and his approach was relaxed, friendly, and professional. He checked in periodically without ever being intrusive, and our water glasses were refilled constantly without us having to ask. The entire front-of-house team worked seamlessly together and made us feel genuinely taken care of. We also were given a lovely bread service. And the food -- absolutely delicious. The starters were phenomenal and set the tone for the meal. The meats were cooked perfectly -- flavorful, tender, and beautifully executed. Every course felt thoughtful and well-prepared. From the atmosphere to the service to the food, Biga on the Banks exceeded expectations. I would absolutely return and highly recommend it to anyone looking for a memorable dining experience on the River Walk. Five stars all the way.

    Old fashioned, and Biga Bourguignon: Slow cooked Angus beef Denver, bacon gravy, green beans, garlic mashed potatoes
    Ryan S.

    Great place. I came for a work dinner with customers. The menu is a special one for a limited time so the dish I had may be similar during normal menu times. The old fashioned was good, the food was great, the bread is amazing and made fresh in house, so that's a must. The warm chocolate whiskey cake was awesome too. The server was friendly and attentive. The ambiance is a good balance of upscale, romantic, business casual. So you could do date night, friends getting together or work. I will be going back with my wife soon.

    Jasmine L.

    I was super excited to go to restaurant week here, but was kind of disappointed for the price and rave that this restaurant is known for. I got the tomato basil soup to start, which was creamy and tasty, but the bowl was very narrow so there was not much of it. For the main, I got the sauteed fish with sesame noodles. Nothing really that special with this dish to be honest. For the dessert, I got the strawberry cake/tiramasu, which also was nothing special. HOnestly, my favorite thing was the french 75 I ordered as it was refreshing and with the perfect amount of sweetness. The waiter was kind, as were the hostesses. The ambiance is very classy and elegant, but I just don't think the food lived up to the expectations. I appreciate that they validate parking at the nearby parking garage though, and it ended up being on 50 cents.

    Miranda M.

    Great place to dine food was good and service was excellent. Waiter stayed attentive the whole meal would dine here again.

    Diana T.

    Biga On The Banks catered our dinner cruise on the Riverwalk. The food was ok! The salad was delicious and the salsa, guacamole, pico and dessert were too! They put bacon in the potatoes so my husband and daughter could only barely eat the crispy shrimp because they sat atop the potatoes. Since we are non-meat eaters, Pescatarians, this made fully enjoying the food impossible! I just happened to switch mine up and got the vegetarian & crispy shrimp option so I didn't have to deal with the bacon issue; however, the meal contained a variety of mushrooms some of which were soggy. I'd try the food again if we sat down and got it made to order. The wait staff on the boat were exceptional! They were pleasant and very attentive since it was an all you can drink cruise! Our meal fiasco wasn't their fault as they informed the restaurant of our dietary restrictions! I can't speak to the ambiance of the restaurant as we ate the food on a boat that was packed with people so the conversations were loud.

    Susanna C.

    We were not able to get reservations for dining, so we sat at the bar for happy hour drinks on New Year's Eve. The bartender was so helpful. They had a pre-fixe menu for New Year's Eve dinner, however at the bar we could order à la carte. We tasted a number of dishes and really enjoyed our experience. The food was pricey, but the presentation and uniqueness mad a really fun experience!

    Marilyn N.

    An inspired menu, beautiful interior, seating overlooking the river. William, our server, is kind and intelligent.

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    Are children welcome here (9,5), and is there a children's menu or no?

    They do have a kid menu but will only bring it out when they see a child in the party. We went with out 3 year old and he had his own special 3 course kiddie meal. They are actually incredibly family friendly.

    Will Biga be open for Thanksgiving brunch?

    The Good News is, YES Biga on the Banks will be open on Thanksgiving featuring a 4-Course Fix Menu. The cost is $67/person, Children 12 and under are $30/child. The Bad News is, according to their website, this restaurant is sold out.

    Do they randomly close early? You list their closing time on Saturday as 11:00 pm, but they stated by phone they were closing at 10:00 pm tonight (08/10/2019 @ 9:58 pm).

    Most restaurants do this for private events, if they are short-staffed (college kids went back this week) or on a slow night.

    Family friendly? My husband and I are passing through with our four month old. Also I only have shorts and a tank top as it is a million degrees outside, Will I be too out of place?

    Biga is a lovely restaurant. There were no infants there during our meal. Dressy shorts might be fine. I suggest checking with Biga about your baby. Their staff will be honest. And, after all, San Antonio River Walk establishments aim to draw… 

    Is valet parking available?

    Yes

    Is there a dress code?

    No code, however everyone we saw dining was in smart casual

    Sit at bar?

    Yes you can sit at the bar. Biga has a full bar equipped with many types of alcohol options for you.

    Is there valet parking?

    Yes

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    Definitely a one-of-a-kind experience! No phones allowed to be able to be present in the magical…read moremoments. The food was so fun and the presentation is like a show! They have a storyline to create a plot for the "dessert" creations. The pastry chefs interweave sweet, salty, sour, spicy, and umami throughout the evening AND is also paired with a drink per dish. They tell you how to eat the dish for maximum enjoyment of the desired taste experience. They do an excellent job of creativity, presentation, and combination of flavors. Such an intimate setting. After it's all done, they do part you with a BIG fortune cookie with a handwritten fortune! This is the time where you are allowed to pull your phones out. And you can also step in the kitchen area and take pics. Menu does change. I'd definitely go again!

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