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    Dorrego's

    3.7 (182 reviews)
    Open 6:30 am - 2:00 pm, 5:00 PM - 12:00 AM (Next day)
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Classy
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    Fresh Fruit & Fresh Berries.
    Nikki B.

    Before my flight home my friend & I stopped in for a light breakfast. Located inside the Hotel Valencia, Dorrego's is a stylish eatery that serves Argentinian inspired food. Much like the hotel, the décor is beautiful and the patio dining provides a charming view of the River Walk, especially at night. There was a bit of a wait for a table, but the lovely bartender Michelle invited us to have a seat at the bar. We each had a glass of Veuve Clicquot (because I'm bougie like that) and a side of fresh fruit. It was the perfect breakfast. All that was missing was the caviar. Next time I return I would like to have a meal in the picturesque dining room.

    Clara G.

    Had a great experience! This was my first time at this restaurant because downtown parking gets intimidating to me but this was easy. It's in a great part of downtown with lots of parking garages but the hotel also valets if you spend over $60. The staff was so attentive and allowed us time to figure out the menu. And our food was great. Everything came out hot and tasted fresh. My chicken sandwich was juicy and my fries were crispy on the outside but pillowy on the inside. My favorite part was the dessert. It was indulgent but also not a heavy dessert. This is a must visit and I can't wait to be back when Christmas decorations are up!

    Grilled chicken sandwich
    Joshua R.

    Stopped in Sunday evening for happy hour: the restaurant wasn't open and no happy hour, but the bar had a smaller food menu so we decided to check it out. Really glad that we did. The restaurant and bar are inside a beautiful hotel that doesn't have a bar seat in the house. Outdoor seating above the river walk as well. We all had something to eat and a cocktail or two. Food was delicious and the cocktails were really good. Tim was the bartender and he took good care of us. I had the grilled chicken sandwich and a couple El Caballero drinks. Enjoyed everything. I'll definitely be going back again to walk around more of the hotel and try something else on the menu.

    Flavors of Texas
    Ruthie W.

    We headed downtown again today to have lunch at Dorrego's at Hotel Valencia by the Riverwalk. I signed up for free membership to be a Gold Member with Flavors of Texas (www.theflavorsoftexas.com). I saw the deal with Dorrego's for the complimentary bottle of wine and appetizer. Dad had Lemonade and Hubby and I had the Argentinian Cabernet Sauvignon. We shared the Ensalada de la Casa (house salad). Dad and I shared the Paella a la Marinera. Hubby had the Dorrego's Burger. We all shared the dessert, Chocolate Cremoso. We thoroughly enjoyed our meal and ambiance and will have another meal with the leftovers. The valet parking is free since our food bill was over $40. It is like gold in downtown.

    Inside
    Jessie Z.

    Located in valencia hotel sort of on the second floor of the staircase, they advertised a 16.95 paella deal from 11am-4pm so you know I had to try it. The place setting and atmosphere are classy yet open. The staff is friendly and open to any requests especially since we seemed to go at a quiet time. The paella is featured in the front where they have a chef and a self service station, and yes you can get everything so it does make a banging deal. The paella was more than enough to feed 2 people, I appreciate the chefs patience and generosity, however, I wouldn't really call this good paella. The seafood kinda missed the mark, but the sausage had great flavor. The vegetables were nice and fresh. But as someone who's rice is their staple food, that rice was raw and had no saffron flavor. The broth was also overly salty and my favorite part- the crust was amiss. So while in hopes of a great deal, I would sadly not recommend it, but I appreciate the staff nonetheless. We also got the choripan, the fries are on the thicker dryer side. The choripan had a great flavor profile, though while I expected a green chimchurri turned out to be a slightly spiced red pepper vinegered sauce. As the bun is a basic hot dog potato bun, it did get quite soggy so I would recommend a different bun, but overall the sausage paired well with the sauce. Overall, good atmosphere for catch ups and casual. Stick with more Argentinian food.

    The service was phenomenal, always making sure my friends and I were liking the food, whether it was appetizers, main course, or even the dessert.

    Entry
    Lauren B.

    We can't for Easter brunch and they had a pretty standard water brunch buffet setup. I think compared to other Easter brunches the cost was comparable. There was a carving station, made to order omelets & waffles, salads, charcuterie, and entrees. Everything was good but nothing was a huge stand out. To me the best items were the red velvet waffles, mashed potatoes, and almond cake. I liked that the champagne and mimosas were included in the cost but I wish our server was a bit more attentive. Overall the staff was nice and the hotel is gorgeous. At check in for the restaurant there are glass oranges signed by famous people which is pretty cool. I really want to give this place a shot during normal dining services. It also looked like they had a great outdoor area overlooking the Riverwalk.

    Caesar Salad
    James H.

    My medium Strip Steak with asparagus was good with the IPA draft beers. Enjoyed the Caesar Salad with anchovy. Service was good, especially when my wife's Lamb Shank was cold. Kitchen mistake on my wife's birthday weekend. Lamb plate was tasty, but cold.

    Grilled Chicken Sandwich with fries
    Alexia G.

    Went here unexpectedly and was surprised on the drinks and menu!!! Everything was so delicious and the restaurant in the hotel was beautiful. There was a patio outside where you can see the riverwalk and lights. The service was excellent and everything came out fresh and tasty.

    Chicken breast with sautéed potatoes and veggies
    Sara M.

    Dorrego's is one of those restaurants that seems like a good idea, until it isn't. I was craving a visit since I saw their Culinaria Restaurant Week menu. So when a friend invited me to meet there, I gladly agreed. Big mistake. I'll start by saying that the place was gorgeous. Beautifully decorated with that cozy Christmas feel. It made me want to lounge in their lobby. At our arrival, we were served a complementary glass of wine, which seemed an elegant touch, so I was ready to be impressed. And then I opened their menu. They had about five entrees, all at over $20 dollars each. I was expecting this, as Dorrego's is part of the Valencia hotel, and hotel restaurants are pricey, y'all! But five entrees and all over $20...hmm, not sure that's worth a visit. Now, let's talk portions, shall we?! I took the plunge and ordered a chicken breast with potatoes and vegetables at $22 dollars, very high for just chicken. But not only was this mega expensive, the breast came with a bit of the wing bone and wasn't a complete chicken breast. It was a piece of skin with, maybe four bites of meat. I kid you not! I'm not even sure this was supposed to be served. It looked so meager, that as the waitress picked up the plate, she took a look at it and knew something was off. When asked how my meal was, I told her about the portion. Which brings me to the positive part of Dorrego's, the service, or more specifically, our server. Our waitress was amazing. Friendly, helpful, and efficient. When I told her about my meal, she instantly told me she would mention it to the kitchen. She came back with an offer of a 25% discount. Personally, I think that given the meal I was served, it should have been free. But I was appreciative of her initiative to solve it. Kudos to Dorrego's service. As for the rest, forget it! Unless they get a clue and serve better portions, have a larger menu selection and some food items below $20 dollars, this place is off my return list. Not worth a second, or even first visit.

    Napkin
    Mark Z.

    The best Argentinian food I've had outside Argentina! Everything was on point. The chimichurri was amazing. Choripan brought back childhood memories of late nights around the grill with the neighbors. Empanadas were just like my mom's. If you want legit authentic Argentinian food, I don't think you can do better than Dorrego's.

    Grilled salmon, roast potatoes, asparagus
    Darlene R.

    Visited during Restaurant Week Sept 2021. Long story short this is the perfect place for a date although there may be minor hiccups with the food. To start, they validate Valet parking which eliminates concerns of parking/walking downtown. Located in the Valencia Hotel the ambiance is lovely with dim lights and water fountain in the entrance. We waited about five minutes to be met at host stand for our reservation. However, host/server Antonio quickly put my friend and I at ease. I was there with my girlfriend but thought it would make a great date due to the rustic decor serving up Hotel Emma type vibes. Antonio brought a free sample of Malbec which was a nice touch along with bread and butte while we perused the menu. I ordered the $45 Restaurant Week 3 course option described as a grilled cheese appetizer with pesto and sundries tomato and crostini bread. I was actually a cheese flambé that was an exciting start to the meal and very good. Antonio brought a selection of steak knives to choose from for my steak which was different but another special little touch. My medium rare NY strip steak was cooked perfectly although not as tender as expected. But flavor was fantastic. The chocolate pot de cream was a nice ending. My friend had the salmon with roasted potatoes and asparagus and she raved about her meal. I would definitely return for the ambiance and experience. They seemed short staffed but Antonio provided excellent service. He focused on making sure we were happy and treated us like he owned the place (maybe he did). See photos and try for yourself.

    Steak after sending it back once
    Johnnie And Wendy Adventures T.

    Dorrego's sits in the Valencia Hotel downtown San Antonio. It seems to be a highly touted high end restaurant. My experience was everything but high end. The quality of the food was DEFINITELY NOT worth the high price of the product. I ordered a steak medium rare plus. It came out rare. Sent it back and came back medium. Ok, fine it is what it is. But, the flavor and quality of the meat was subpar at best. The flavors and textures of all our foods from appetizers to entrees was below average. The quality of what you get is definitely not on par with the prices they charge. Not sure what the hype is about??

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