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    Ostra

    3.8 (670 reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Upscale
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Lobster Roll with Fries
    Ashton E.

    Ostra is a wonderful place to dine if you're looking for fresh seafood right on the riverwalk. The outdoor seating was fantastic, as was the food. The service was 10/10! So friendly and accommodating.

    Holly M.

    This review is for the bar only. We were visiting San Antonio and venturing through the Riverwalk when the humidity and the crowds just became too much. We decided to duck into Ostra as it looked very inviting from the sidewalk and was not very crowded. We found two seats at the bar. First, the bar itself is very nice. The bright blue lit bar top is beautiful. Our bartenders were Guillermo and Juan. They were both very friendly and attentive. I ordered a dirty martini with blue cheese olives and asked for the martini to be shaken and served very cold. It was served as requested and to the rim. Guillermo delivered. My husband ordered a margarita and he said it was delicious. Not too sweet and it had tajin on the rim. While we ordered additional cocktails, Juan took time educating us on the various tequilas they stock and how certain types of tequilas are used or recommended in various cocktails or should be a sipping tequila. It is an oyster bar and we were offered to taste their oysters although we declined. They have a person who pulls together some impressive. They were quite beautiful. Overall we had a great experience and plan to come back next time we are in San Antonio.

    Ostra Restaurant entrance
    Peter S.

    A very cool place to hangout and people watch not to mention be treated like royalty while you enjoy the fine dining. The inside seating area is really nice with ample lighting and clean looks. The main reason why I decided to check this place out was mostly down to the location. It's situated on the River and pretty close to the Alamo, As far as the menu goes I think it's well balanced with a good selection of meats and seafood. I particularly like the clam linguini, which was done to perfection. The appetizer was also really amazing with a nice dish of fresh Calamari along with noodles which was well presented. I'd like to give a special mention to our server "Yaya" who really made our visit to Ostra that much more memorable.

    Seating outside

    Meeting in the middle because the location is great. Food, not so much. Ordered the Migas which says "gf" and they brought me out Flour tortillas to go with it. Luckily I questioned before I ate. If something says "gf", please don't serve gluten with it. The eggs didn't have any flavor and it was $$$.

    Shrimp tortilla soup
    Mitzi M.

    This place is lovely. We went for restaurant week. If the weather had been warmer, I would have chosen to eat outside right on the River Walk, next to the Selena Bridge. Our server was very friendly. We enjoyed our meal.

    Ostra Cured Salmon
    Stephanie O.

    A friend and I went in for dinner and sat at the bar. I was expecting really great service and memerable food based on other reviews, but I was highly disappointed! We asked what kind of oysters they had in the bartender didn't know. Luckily the chef came out and took some time to talk about the oysters. Once we got them, they were delicious. To go with the oysters we ordered dirty martinis with blue cheese olives. The bartender didn't chill our glass. He also never came back to take our order any further. We finally cashed out and left. I will say, on a positive note, the chef was really nice and knowledgeable and the staffer working on sucking the oysters took some time to talk to us about the seafood he was making. I also thought the ambience was good for a date night. Also, the bar chairs were really comfortable.

    Menu
    Sandy G.

    Came here for lunch. We had the Cobb salad, which was really good. We also had the lobster and shrimp tacos, they were a bit small but very tasty. Had the yogurt parfait as a dessert and it was great. We will definitely return.

    Breakfast sandwich
    Nicole D.

    The brunch was tasty and service was great. It is not the best brunch place in San Antonio but this was a great option before heading to the spa. We loved our bartender at the rooftop cafe which is also located in the Mokara Hotel.

    Lava cake
    Neilly B.

    We had our anniversary dinner here. We sat outside on the Riverwalk great view. Decorated very upscale. Our server was knowledgeable and friendly. My husband had the steak and I had the shrimp cocktail for my dinner. The restaurant treated us to a very yummy lavender cake for our special occasion. Bit pricey but very good

    Ro S.

    So, we didn't plan a trip to San Antonio. But, due to circumstances beyond our control, here we are. Now, we consider ourselves "foodies" and travel A LOT, so I wasn't expecting to have theBEST lobster roll I've ever tasted- in TEXAS! What made it great you ask? The balance of delectable lobster filling to the perfectly toasted buttered roll. And, the best Parmesan truffle fries EVER too. You know it's going to be good when the aroma of truffles wafts up to your nose as it gets placed on the table in front of you. Not to mention the freshly grated Parmesan just floating on top like soft white fluff Service, great. Thank you Gilbert, and thank you Steven for caring enough to check on us . If there was one tiny detail that could be improved on, it's the timing out of the kitchen, but even then, it was worth the wait. Either way with all the restaurants located on the RiverWalk, we picked a real gem.

    Seafood
    Sam D.

    Great views on the Riverwalk. Lots of space inside. Full bar. Brunch (Sat/Sun) is perfect. Really oddly poor service for such a supposedly high end place. Service is a little slow & sloppy for the prices they ask. Maybe the GM needs to invest a bit more in training if they're trying to be so high end. Girls had no idea of half the menu. No one knew how to properly serve from the right. Asked us to reach for plates & glasses rather than walk around the table to each of us. Host guy looked me up & down and was very pretentiously dismissive (we had been traveling so not in evening wear) not knowing just the two of us were about to drop $600$/800 easily. (Ended up $760). We did the caviar service, seafood tower, wines, port, deserts. But you could get away with under $200 for just a couple drinks and mains. Overall: Food was really good. Great wine selection. Great views. Highly recommend brunch. But Super pricey for what you get at dinner. (Seafood tower was lacking crab clusters by a lot). And a basic margarita was over $20! 7/10 on the Sammi scale.

    John G.

    Jordan is a tremendous server: so courteous and knowledgeable. Her kind demeanor and fast but never rushed service made our experience at Ostra top notch. The food at Ostra is delicious and masterfully plated. We will be back. I hope Jordan can be our server again!

    Caesar Salad with 3 pieces of shrimp for over $30  Anti-protein here
    Hillary B.

    Caesar salad with 3 pieces of shrimp for $34- don't bother and calamari that was a grease trap

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    La Panadería Bakery Café

    La Panadería Bakery Café

    4.6
    (2.9k reviews)
    0.1 mi
    $$
    Locally owned & operated
    Established in 2014

    INCREDIBLE bakery, burger, coffee, and service! On a Saturday morning, there was a line out the…read moredoor and down the street! We were given menus to look at while we waited so by the time we got to the counter, we were ready to order. The baked goods aren't on the menu, so when we walked by the counter filled with croissants, kouign amann, bear claws, apple pie, cheese cakes, it was hard to choose what we wanted!! We ordered: the Alamo Burger: a 8 oz wagyu beef smash burger , served with a fried egg, caramelized onions, cheese on a crispy croissant bun. It was incredible and worth the 15-20 minute wait! Almond croissant - a monster sized, flaky croissant with a generous almond filling. Guy Fieri highlighted this croissant on his DD&D show. It's probably a million calories not worth it! Tequila strawberry tres leches croissant - a small, cream filled croissant with strawberries. This was our least favorite. My husband didn't like the filling, I didn't like the sogginess of the croissant. Coffee - really good brewed coffee with free refills. We plan to go back a few more times while we're in town!!

    Above average food, chaotic entry and short on seating…read more Food was alright. But by the time we got seated and picked up bistro style, I was losing my appetite a bit. Cakes, pastries, pancakes are great. I liked my Reuben sandwich.

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    Fiesta Lobster Benedict
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    We have a full coffee bar- what will you pair with your pan dulce?
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    La Boulangerie

    La Boulangerie

    4.5
    (449 reviews)
    0.3 mi
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    Ohh La Boulangerie, what can I say but delicious. A cute spot on Broadway in downtown San Antonio…read more Sylvie the owner is originally from Western France and moved close to Paris then came to San Antonio. Their baking ingredients are sourced from France and the recipes are from her and her husband. And they're a local restaurant which I love supporting! We had the Petit Dejuener Deluxe breakfast which includes one pastry (either a croissant, chocolate croissant or bread pudding), a baguette (with either butter, homemade jam or honey), organic fresh eggs made to order or quiche slice, fresh squeezed orange juice and a yogurt with granola and fresh fruit and a black coffee or tea. It's a great option for those unable to decide on what to eat for breakfast. They have sandwiches, individual baked goods, à la carte items and hot and cold drink options as well. Coffee is strong n tasty Quiche is not dry at all Baguette and croissant are fresh baked Homemade jam Fresh squeezed OJ! Makes me happy! And for those in Austin...they opened a second location in Austin West lake area.

    Ok, second time in, and it continues to bring me back to Europe. The staffs hospitality, friendly…read morewelcome... I know a big name bakery opened up around the corner on Houston. For us it's good but screens tourists. La Baoulangerie is small, cozy, and a European feel. Then the food, come on now! You taste the homemade love. Yes, I will take a baked fresh, with French flour Baguette to go please! Downtown residence, if you haven't gone your missing out (from a guy who lives in Europe 3-4 months out of the year) Tourist... You will thank me later.

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    Box St. All Day

    4.5
    (993 reviews)
    0.4 mi
    $$
    Established in 2015
    Locally owned & operated

    Box St. All Day at Hemisfair is one of my favorite brunch spots in downtown San Antonio. Tucked…read moreinto Hemisfair Park, it offers a beautiful setting that feels both lively and relaxed. The stylish, Instagram-worthy atmosphere makes it a great place to meet friends or enjoy a family brunch. The menu features a strong selection of brunch items, but my go-to order is the carajillo with eggs on avocado toast. Everything is consistently fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. After brunch, you can stroll through Hemisfair Park and explore the surrounding downtown area. The walkable, scenic setting makes the experience feel like more than just a meal. If you're looking for great food, drinks, and atmosphere, Box St. All Day is definitely worth a visit.

    This has to be the cutest brunch spot in San Antonio. The interior decorator was on to something…read morehere. I visited this location on a Sunday afternoon before my flight. The place was packed and the wait time was 45 mins. Luckily, someone was leaving from the bar so I was able to get a seat immediately. I ordered the doughnuts to start and they were good. My entree option was the breakfast sandwich with the chicken and a side of fries. It was delicious and humongous! I couldn't finish it all. I also ordered mimosa with cranberry juice and I was given a complimentary celebratory drink and doughnut! Such a cute and thoughtful touch!

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    French toast, mocktail, decor, branding
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    Schilo's

    Schilo's

    4.0
    (1.7k reviews)
    0.2 mi
    $$

    Great fast service & food!! A MUST GO place when by SA Alamo/Riverwalk. It's like taking a step…read moreback in time! Oldest restaurant in SA- established as a Saloon in 1917 and turned delicatessen in prohibition. Staff were extremely friendly, encouraged me to walk around, and showed pride when telling me the history of the building & restaurant. Showed me the old bank vault. 5 star service!! Multiple seating options. Large separate room for dining or parties. Cool old bar & cash register. I got there when they first opened. No wait. Then what appeared to be regulars started slowly rolling in. I enjoyed their famous cane sugar root beer in an ice cold mug ($4.50 and comes with one refill) Potato Pancakes - comes with delicious large bowl of applesauce Side of brautworst - felt like the german thing to do. Not my typical breakfast. Should have asked for a tad of their mustard. Open 8a-230p

    I really wanted to enjoy this restaurant, especially being German myself and always looking forward…read moreto authentic German cuisine. Unfortunately, the food was very disappointing, which is why I'm giving 3 stars. I ordered the veal Schnitzel with mushroom gravy (Jägerschnitzel) and red cabbage. The gravy had a strange gelatin-like consistency and lacked the rich flavor you'd expect from a proper Jäger sauce. The veal was extremely chewy and honestly made me feel ill afterward. The red cabbage was also very undercooked and completely lacked flavor. Overall, I personally did not find the food authentic or representative of true German cooking. What truly saved this experience was the outstanding customer service. Our server, Joseph, was attentive, professional, and genuinely kind throughout the meal. I also greatly appreciated Mr. Adam, the kitchen manager, who personally came out to discuss my concerns. He handled the constructive criticism with professionalism and openness, and I truly respected the fact that he listened carefully and considered my feedback regarding the sauce. Although I wouldn't personally return for the food, Joseph and Mr. Adam turned what could have been a terrible experience into one where I still felt valued as a customer. Their professionalism absolutely deserves recognition.

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    Hotel Valencia Riverwalk, Valencia Hotel Collection

    Hotel Valencia Riverwalk, Valencia Hotel Collection

    3.8
    (599 reviews)
    0.1 mi
    $$

    This hotel is perfect. First, location is near the river and downtown. You can walk anywhere;…read morethere's coffee shops, restaurants and shops. Now if you don't want to walk the hotel has the best restaurants: Dorregos and Acenar. You can not go wrong with the restaurants. The breakfast plates were amazing and the Mexican food was delicious. The employees were friendly and helpful. They knew their jobs and they knew their town so if you need information or advice on where to eat or what to do they will give you great advice. We were very happy and pleased with everything here.

    Sensory nightmare. My husband called months in advance and twice more leading up to checkin to…read morerequest fragrance free and feather free room. They insisted they could accommodate us. In the lobby for checkin today, I had an instant headache because the fragrance was so strong. At that point they informed us that there is some additional fee per day on top of the already pricey room, a fee that they never disclosed before today. We continued upstairs, and I could hardly breathe in the elevator it was so scented. When we got to the room it was also heavily fragranced. I tried to call the front desk, and the phone in the room didn't work reliably. Our call dropped several times. They offered box fans for us to air out the room. However, when we opened the windows, a blast of cigarette smoke wafted into the room because it is directly above their designated smoking area. We asked the front desk for help, and they said not to worry, hardly anyone smokes in that area. Meanwhile we watched several people out there smoking almost constantly. They offered no other accommodation or help. Not worth it. Very uncomfortable and upset because this will ruin our vacation. Edit: 1 to 3 stars. The manager eventually heard our concerns, responding to a secondary issue with cigar smoke in our room after leaving windows open - their recommendation- to air out the room. They found us a different accommodation and made it more than fair and comfortable. Why not 4 stars? Because it took the entire first day to be resolved.

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    Underwhelming room for over $300/night... it was clean
    Underwhelming room for over $300/night... it was clean
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    Valencia orange wall
    Hotel Valencia Riverwalk, Valencia Hotel Collection

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    Four Brothers

    Four Brothers

    4.2
    (231 reviews)
    0.1 mi
    $$$

    Another great meal! Our server Brahim provided the perfect service: attentive, thoughtful, kind…read more Really enhanced our meal. For a starter we shared the cornbread with another couple and it was plenty for 4 people. If you are from out of town and looking for some Texas-shaped vittles or just want something substantial to stretch your meal I recommend it! Very tasty and filling. For my main I had the scallops with creamed corn risotto. It was a dainty portion but the flavors were nice. My husband had the short rib tagliatelle which he loved. It was very rich and filling. We had the buttermilk pie again for dessert and this time it tasted sweeter than I remembered. It was good but we couldn't finish it. Idk if it was my tastebuds or if it was different. Anyways still a great meal overall and we will be back!

    We arrived in San Antonio after an 11+ hour road trip from New Orleans. By 7 pm hubs wanted dinner…read moreas soon as we checked into our hotel. Checked Yelp for dinner suggestions so Doc drove us to the paid lot next to where all the Cinderella lit up carriages drawn by horses were lined up. It seemed the boats going up and down the River portion of the Walk were busier. While we were walking I had my eyes open for a table with a view. We stopped at Four Brothers. The receptionist went over suggestions on the menu on her outdoor podium. Cornbread in the shape of Texas, shareable items like Dino ribs for $82, plus Pork Shank and ice tea completed our order. Everyone was very friendly. We had an exceptional view and we had more than enough food that we had to ask for take out boxes. My favorite was the Mac & cheese though I'm usually not a fan. This dish used cork screw shaped pasta and it was moist and not stuck together. I had to share a photo of it with Sweetie who is in Tokyo right now. Doc liked the pimento for the cornbread. As it was almost 9 pm we decided to pass on the boat ride but just walk on the other side with shops and more eateries. We're back on the road again tomorrow to Arizona.

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