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Ambler - Texas Kitchen + Cocktails

4.2
4.2
580 Reviews
$30 and under
Contemporary American

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 16 times today
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for brunch
Inspired by Texas’ deep-rooted history of cattle ranches, Ambler Texas Kitchen + Cocktails serves as a culinary tribute to its beloved Lone Star State.

Ambler, true to its character, is as bold in flavor as it is in design. The restaurant’s subtle masculine-yet-approachable interiors gives way to the bright and cheerful ambiance of San Antonio’s iconic Riverwalk. Offering vibrant flavors and jaw-dropping views 7 days a week for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Ambler is located on the lobby river-level of Hotel Contessa, a 265 all-suite destination property situated on the banks of the San Antonio River at 306 West Market Street. For more information or to make reservations, please visit Ambler online at amblersanantonio.com or call (210) 298-8040.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Comfort Food, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–11:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 7:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (210) 298-8040
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Cash not accepted, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Mike Collins
  • Catering
    Flavorful, but still plenty of fun. Succulent, but not too serious. At Ambler, we believe the best wedding menus strike a balance between poised and playful.
  • Private party facilities
    Offering one-of-a-kind views of San Antonio River, Ambler’s private dining space is an unmatched setting for get-togethers on the Riverwalk. To book our private dining room or discuss our limited/preset menu options, call an Ambler team member at (210) 298-8040.
  • Neighbourhood
    Downtown
  • Cross Street
    Navarro
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 580 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.2
4.2 based on recent ratings
  • 4.2Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 3.9Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Ambler - Texas Kitchen + Cocktails offers a delightful blend of atmosphere and cuisine. Guests rave about the "amazing food" and "excellent service," making it a popular choice on the Riverwalk. The lively mariachi music adds a festive touch, while the patio dining provides scenic views. A must-visit for memorable dining experiences.

580 Reviews
  1. Adele

    San Francisco

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined today

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was great! Wish they had a kids steak for my kids.

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  2. Krystal

    Chicago

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    Food and drinks were amazing. Huge portions. Our server was fantastic as well and did everything in his power to make our dinner enjoyable. It was a colder evening and the servers that were attending to the patrons in the outdoor section kept leaving the door open to the indoor seating area which made it extremely uncomfortable. I was cold most of the time. Outside of this, it was a great dinner.

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  3. Juan

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    This was my fourth time at Ambler. The food is always great, but the service varies every night and depending on the waiter. This one was the worst! The manager wasn’t available either. Kudos tor the food and drinks, but the waiter and the time waiting for drinks, appetizers and main course are unacceptable.

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  4. Albert

    San Antonio

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a great valentines dine here. Our server Fernando was the best great attitude and work ethic. Highly recommend the ambler, more so for the service. On a busy day to be so attentive, and full of passion to his work check them out!.

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  5. stanley

    Cleveland

    4 reviews

    2.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    My meal came with fries, didn't order fries, steak or as dry. Had to wait for potatoes. Wife had red snapper, was cold in the middle. We sent it back. Sioux chef brought her a new piece which was nice. She cut into it. It was raw again. Made an excuse it was a thick piece of fish. It's on their regular menu. I forgot my coat on my chair called 15 later and the didn't seem to care. Would not take my phone number. Service was incredible, Bellamy our server was great. Overall this was a very poor experience. Won't do it again

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  6. Sandra

    Denver

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Our Valentines dinner was perfect in every regard! Francisco our server was attentive, the food was delicious and the ambiance ( fireside) was exquisite. They even provided the ladies with a rose. After dinner a rousing Mexican band was playing. Couldn’t have put together a better evening!

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  7. Shae

    VIP

    Dallas

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on February 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I am VERY particular about restaurants and food and this place gets a 10/10!!! Excellent service from both the waitress, Theresa and the manager, Rico! I am well traveled and the blacken snapper was the best i’ve ever had!!!!!! I live about 2 hours away and I will be back!

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  8. Rayanne

    San Antonio

    22 reviews

    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on February 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Sunday's only have 1 bruncheon-style menu! Choose the double stacked burger and Ham & Swiss ~ well-portioned and deliciously prepared. Our tab was $38 for both. Drinks are ridiculously expensive. Sit outside along the Riverwalk directly across from Lover's Island for people and duck watching.

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  9. Annette

    VIP

    Houston

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on February 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a wonderful brunch on their patio. The food was delicious and our server, Francisco, was outstanding. Very attentive to our needs and made great recommendations on drinks and food. Loved our experience.

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  10. Bobby

    VIP

    Houston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very friendly and attentive staff. Food was good and great presentation. Portions were good size.

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FAQs

Ambler - Texas Kitchen + Cocktails offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (210) 298-8040.

Ambler - Texas Kitchen + Cocktails is rated 4.2 stars by 580 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 16 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Ambler - Texas Kitchen + Cocktails

306 West Market Street, San Antonio, TX 78205

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Navarro
  • Neighbourhood
    Downtown
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–11:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 7:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Comfort Food, Cocktail Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Cash not accepted, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Mike Collins
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (210) 298-8040
  • Catering
    Flavorful, but still plenty of fun. Succulent, but not too serious. At Ambler, we believe the best wedding menus strike a balance between poised and playful.
  • Private party facilities
    Offering one-of-a-kind views of San Antonio River, Ambler’s private dining space is an unmatched setting for get-togethers on the Riverwalk. To book our private dining room or discuss our limited/preset menu options, call an Ambler team member at (210) 298-8040.
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