This place takes all the pretentiousness out of a wine bar, but still delivers on quality and…read morevariety of wines. The staff is super welcoming and helpful. They were happy to give advice. You can order by the glass or grab one of many bottles out of their cooler. They have lots of natural wines and you can stay in your comfort zone or jump way out. They also have good little snacks so you aren't eating on an empty stomach. There's nothing fancy about the seating area - just grab a seat wherever and hang out. Definitely want to go back next time I am in SA!

We popped in before a show at Paper Tiger. The place was bustling with people inside and outside,…read morebut we managed to snag indoor seating. I was happy to see there were NA options for me. I picked one and was offered a glass with ice. I felt like I was part of the party. On this particular night, the play list was my 7th grade dream. It was so much fun. Definitely noted for future shows across the street. I prefer to pregame here away from the smoking scene.

LOVE this place! The service, the drinks, the food - ALL…read moreTHE BEST! Had the PREAM Bowl with beef and chicken, the Nine Iron and also tried one of the bruschettas. We will be back. Super close to the Pearl but easier to park!

Aroma Latin Cuisine understood the assignment--and then added extra credit…read more The moment the food hit the table, I knew I was in for something special. The flavors? Bold. The portions? Generous. The kind of meal that makes you pause mid-bite just to appreciate your life choices. It felt like a warm hug in food form. Every dish had that homemade, seasoned-with-love energy that you just can't fake. The atmosphere was relaxed and welcoming--perfect for catching up with friends or treating yourself after a long day of being amazing. Only warning: You might start planning your next visit before you even leave the parking lot. I know I did.

We walked over after dining at Dough and it was jammed packed! They also had a bridal party in a…read morelittle side room, so lots going on. Even with that, the bartender took good care of us as we had to sit outside. I normally like sitting outside, but this area seems like an afterthought and like you're not part of the party. They came and got us when there was space inside, so we still had a fantastic time. When it cleared out, it really cleared out! We started with a sampler and loved all of them. My friend is a member and by the end of our time there, I joined also! All the wines were so delicious. Also, the owner was walking around greeting everyone...I always like that, as it makes you feel valued.

This is a kind of out of the way location near an active tourist site in San Antonio that is…read morepeaceful and serene while being close to all the action. The beverages are created on site from grapes and other items grown elsewhere. The wine was okay. The 2023 Pedernales Vermentino was a favorite. Service was outstanding even in a region known for good service this place is a standout.

I love finding a good neighborhood spot and Copper Rose Wine is exactly that…read more I've only been once so far, but I was honestly sold within minutes. The vibe is super cozy in that "let's sit here for hours" kind of way. My friend and I grabbed a corner couch and somehow lost track of time (in the best way.) The staff? Amazing. I'm not exactly a wine expert, and they were so patient and helpful walking me through the list and finding something i enjoyed. You can tell they genuinely care about making sure you enjoy what you're drinking. Also low key one of my favorite parts were the other patrons. Everyone there was just...nice. It had that welcoming, neighborhood feel where you don't feel out of place, even on your first visit. I noticed they do things like tasting Tuesdays, plus events and pop-ups throughout the week, which makes me even more excited to go back. I live less than 5 minutes away and had NO idea this place existed - so consider this your sign to go if you're also nearby.

I just love this space. It's cozy, everyone from staff to patrons are super friendly and welcoming…read more There's a huge assortment of wines and other beverages, including many non alcoholic offerings. They offer snacks and goodies. You really can't go wrong if you're looking for a cool vibe where you can just unwind and relax with friends.

I accompanied my friend for the first time at Happy Hour at Ladino :D ! I have to admit that I had…read morenot noticed this gem of a restaurant at the Pearl until my Yelp Elite friend introduced me here :) ! Apparently, she has been here many times already with her husband and some of their good friends :) ! We came on a Friday before the Happy Hour specials ended at 6:30 pm this :) ! I loved my Aphrodite Spritz :D ! My friend ordered the Athena Dion and the Santorini Bikini :) ! For our Happy Hour dishes, we ordered the Tirshi (butternut squash, harissa, and pepita chili crisp), the Dakos (marinated Texas heirloom tomatos, sourdough croutons, black olive salt, tulum and fresh Za' atar) and the Olive Oil Cake :) ! We really loved how a lot of the cocktail drinks and delicious dishes are Greek - themed ;) ! Our waiter was extremely attentive, friendly and prompt :) ! The ambiance is absolutely perfect for anyone to eat there solo, or with friends and family :) ! There is seating both outside and inside. For my first time there, we sat outside on the second level. If it wasn't so hot and humid, it would have been nice sitting outside. I would have preferred to sit inside during the summer. Except when we went, it was already early Friday evening, and most of the indoor seating at the bars and tables were taken. I would highly recommend this Mediterranean restaurant to anyone :D ! Their Happy Hour prices are extremely reasonable :) ! Although, I wouldn't mind coming back for their regular non-Happy Hour dining too :D !

Had a fantastic dinner at Ladino. Everything we ordered was delicious, especially the fire roasted…read morecorn, shishbarak, and the Saganaki. The pita was incredible and worth ordering. I also had the spicy passionfruit mezcal cocktail (The Prophet), which was excellent. The service was friendly and welcoming from everyone we interacted with, and the staff even called us right away when we accidentally left something at our table. Bonus points for easy free street parking nearby and a great location for walking around the Pearl before dinner. Great food, great value, and we'll definitely be back.

This is quintessential French bistro cooking. I've been there a half dozen times over the past year…read moreand Bistr09 always delivers. Standouts are the pork schnitzel, beef short rib, and the basil vinaigrette dressing on the bibb lettuce salad. Those are just my personal favorites, tho, as my wife would undoubtedly give different answers. Cocktails are expertly prepared and the wine list, while short, has everything you need. Service is always very attentive without being intrusive. Ask for Enrique, if he's there. You can't go wrong at Bistr09.

We went to @bistr09 the other night for dinner. East Coast Oysters were on happy hour for $2 each,…read moreso we got a dozen to share. Hubby and I both got the Margarita. Hubby chose the Restaurant Week menu, starting with the Halibut Cheeks as his appetizer, Grilled Lamb Chops for the entree, and Chocolate Mousse for dessert. I had a taste of all his courses and it was a wise choice. Everything was delicious! They had a regular prix fixe menu and Dad and I shared this: Escargots, Sauteed Flounder, and Creme Brulee. Our food was equally good. Brian was our attentive server.

I really enjoyed the charcuterie board we had here! The wine was absolutely amazing, the server…read moreknew everything about it! Ambience was perfect exactly what we needed!

I want to love this place, and in almost every way, I do. It's located in the beautiful historic…read more(if heavily under construction at the time of this writing) Alamo area of downtown San Antonio, it's a beautiful shop inside and out. The tables, vibe, personnel etc. are all wonderful. Everything about it is really great, except... As they are quick to point out, to the extreme of even having almost a "doorman" at the door to let you know before even entering: There's no grapes in this place, nor any wines made from grapes. It's all made from flowers and nectar. This company didn't invent this technique, but while they seem to do a good job at it, the wines, and I tried three different ones, just aren't my thing. The best one was a peach flavored one being served in a hot beverage on a chilly evening, which was nice, but had a lot of sugar in it, more of a hot toddy. Glasses of "straight up" wine on a subsequent visit just didn't do it for me. Bottom line, if you've got an open mind, definitely try this place. I'm glad I did, and again, it's a great place to meet up and relax, with a great atmosphere. Maybe the wines will appeal to you more than they did to me.

Joe deserves a shoutout…read more We were a table of 6 (3 adults and 3 kids), and I'm fully aware we were THAT table. We asked for a million extra things, had constant drink refills, and seemed to remember something else every time Joe walked by. Not once did he seem annoyed. He was friendly, patient, and somehow always one step ahead of us--our drinks never sat empty, and he made sure we had everything we needed before we even had to ask. Good food brings you in, but great service is what makes you come back. Joe made our lunch so much more enjoyable. Thanks for putting up with our chaos!

I was in San Antonio for business and found this place about a mile from the hotel downtown…read more... After a short Lyft ride because we didn't know what we would be walking through.... We made it. We were seated outside, they had fans with misters and trees.... It was super awesome and a great atmosphere!! I got the steak medallions chimichurri..... with grilled asparagus and onion rings.... It was fantastic!!! Our waitress was super friendly and provided great recommendations..... I would definitely eat here again! This is located in the pearl district which was also fun to walk around for a little bit. Oh... and the carrot cake was delicious. It came out warm... which was new for me. Normally I am a chilled carrot cake kinda guy.... But none the less it was fantastic!