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A photo of Luna Rosa Puerto Rican Grill y Tapas restaurant
1. Luna Rosa Puerto Rican Grill y Tapas
4.4
Awesome(116)
Price: Expensive
• Puerto Rican • Downtown
Booked 4 times today
Authentic Puerto Rican cuisine right in the heart of Downtown San Antonio. Luna Rosa Puerto Rican Grill y Tapas, is a family owned restaurant that will give you an experience you won't soon forget! Your senses will be entertained and appetite will be pleased.el sabor de la vida...The savory pernil y arroz con ganudules, mofongo, sorullitos, tostones and more. From Spain, we will offer the amazing paellas, tapas and sangria. The Tapas concept offers patrons the option to choose from a variety of tasty dishes to share. We offer a fully stocked bar specializing in a variety signature Puerto Rican rum cocktails, tropical margaritas and a selection of tintos and white wines.
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2. Brasserie Mon Chou Chou
4.8
Exceptional(3394)
Price: Moderate
• French • Downtown
Booked 53 times today
Brasserie Mon Chou Chou is a vibrant place, bustling with energy and celebrated food prepared in a French style, with free-flowing drinks and people connecting over the every day and the special. We feature quintessential French comfort food that showcases simple, earthy, flavorful dishes from regions throughout France. Brasserie Mon Chou Chou is located in the Pearl district near the entrance of the hotel Emma at 312 Pearl Parkway Building 2, Suite 2104, in the space formerly occupied by The Culinary Institute of America's Nao. "Mon Chou Chou" is an affectionate French nickname given to a person who is special to you. Usually a person of unmatched care, love, and beauty who makes your world "go round".
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3. Mezquite
4.5
Awesome(197)
Price: Moderate
• Regional Mexican (North) • Downtown
Booked 43 times today
THE FLAVORS OF SONORACelebrating the food pathways of the Sonoran region, Mezquite offers grilled meats, flour tortillas and delicious cocktails. This vibrant space is perfect for gathering with friends and reveling in the end of a work week. Open for lunch and dinner, you won’t want to leave.
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4. Casa Catrina
4.1
Excellent(52)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Downtown
Booked 15 times today
Casa Catrina, our unique Dias de los Muertos themed restaurant on the historic River Walk, will offer a delightful array of authentic Mexican fare. Indulge in specialties like tender charred octopus and recado rojo rubbed Cochinita pibil tacos. Explore the diverse flavors with at least seven different salsas inspired by recipes from all over Mexico. Savor classic seafood dishes such as ceviches and compechanana cocktails, and don't miss out on our unique huitlacoche quesadillas. The bar will also shine with exquisite margaritas and craft cocktails, including a mezcal martini made with marigold flowers. Casa Catrina goes beyond being a mere restaurant – it's an immersive experience. Our establishment not only boasts captivating design and decor but also offers spectacular hospitality and elevated food and beverage options. With the ambiance inspired by the day of the dead, we bring the excitement and majesty of this celebration to San Antonio year-round. CComing Soon!
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5. Nixtamali Molino Comedor
4.3
Awesome(13)
Price: Expensive
• Mexican • Downtown
Booked 1 time today
Nixtamal is a traditional maiz process that has been a staple for Mexican food since the Mesoamerican cultures. Born in San Antonio, Texas, Nixtamali Molino + Comedor is a unique Mexican culinary experience bringing flavors from different regions of Mexico like: Mexico City, Yucatan, Oaxaca among other Northern regions of Mexico.Over the years, the value of corn has deteriorated, and our main objective is to revive and maintain this value in Mexican gastronomy. Nixtamali Molino Comedor is an authentic and regional Mexican cuisine in the United States. More than a restaurant, we offer an experience that takes you to Mexico with its flavors and, with the nixtamal process, to pre-Hispanic times.
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6. Bliss Restaurant
5.0
Exceptional(4979)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary American • Downtown
Booked 15 times today
Bliss Restaurant is an authentic and high-quality dining experience. The reviews rave about the 'exceptional' and 'thoroughly enjoyable' food, with 'attention to detail' evident in each dish. The ambiance is described as 'romantic', 'quaint', and 'comfortable', with a 'great menu' and 'excellent service'. The reviews consistently mention the 'high quality' and 'meticulously prepared' food, with a 'true gem' in the fresh ingredients. The atmosphere is described as 'modern and classy', with a 'relaxed yet elegant dining experience' in a 'genuine and comfortable environment'.
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7. Ladino
4.8
Exceptional(982)
Price: Expensive
• Mediterranean • Downtown
Booked 57 times today
Located in the Historic Pearl, Ladino is a modern Mediterranean grill house celebrating all the cultures and cuisines of the Mediterranean region. Ladino features fresh-made pita from a wood-burning oven, an abundance of dips and small plates, and entrees from the 'mangal' - regional specialties cooked on a live-fire, charcoal grill. Desserts are inspired by the sweet and savory staples of the region with a modern touch, and the beverage program highlights the area's wines and spirits.2024 Michelin Bib Gourmand
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8. Carriqui
4.8
Exceptional(704)
Price: Moderate
• Unspecified • Downtown
Booked 29 times today
COOKING WITH FIRE, SOUTH TEXAS STYLE Carriqui celebrates the South Texas tradition of drawing flavor from fire. Inspired by the flight path of our namesake bird, our menus feature regional favorites from the Rio Grande Valley, Texas coast, and the Hill Country. Nearly every dish is touched by the glowing embers of our custom-forged pits, smoker, or grill, all fueled by native wood. Along with housemade tortillas, cold margaritas, and warm hospitality, each meal is an opportunity to experience the vibrant food and spirit of our South Texas culture.
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9. Leche de Tigre Cebicheria Peruana
new
4.9
Exceptional(10)
Price: Expensive
• Peruvian • Downtown
Booked 33 times today
*2024 Michelin Recommended* - Leche de Tigre is a cebichería and pisco bar with an authentic Peruvian essence. We invite you to a party of flavors and culture. A cebiche bar is a gastronomic experience in which the cook prepares different ceviches in front of the diners using fresh products while sharing information and part of the process. Pisco is a Peruvian drink with a designation of origin, the drink is made from the grape brandy obtained from the distillation of the fermentation of grape must.
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10. Fiume Pizzeria and Wine Bar
4.9
Exceptional(113)
Price: Expensive
• Pizzeria • Downtown
Comming Soon-Fiume - in English meaning river - is a restaurant concept that merges the authentic flavors of Italy with traditional Texas ingredients. The artisan, Texas-crafted pizza incorporates local flavors that highlight Neapolitan-style pizza in what we define as Texapoletana.Fiume - also once a city in Italy - was known as a cultural melting pot in the height of its existence. Similarly, the San Antonio River is the core of our dynamic and culturally diverse city of San Antonio. Our vision and menu are exemplary of an elevated dining experience revered for its deep local roots and hyperlocal culinary craftsmanship
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