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Biga on the Banks

51 $ et plus

Américain Contemporaine

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2 personnes

14 mars 2025

19 h 00

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À propos de ce restaurant

Bien pour les occasions spéciales
Romantique
Charmant

Le restaurant primé de Bruce Audent BIGA ON THE BANKS est situé dans un cadre spectaculaire moderne du International Center au centre-ville de San Antonio. Surplombant un romantique méandre couvert par les arbres de rivière, l'historique et le nouveau s'unissent dans la réémergence dynamique du Biga avec une cuisine ultra contemporaine propulsant la nouvelle montante de San Antonio à un niveau insurpassé pour les soupers sur River Walk. Gourmet Magazine a nommé Biga l'un des cinq meilleurs restaurants au Texas. Une cuisine raffinée n'a jamais signifié « maniaque » pour le chef Auden. L'ambiance de Biga est décontractée et détendue - le style de San Antonio. L'expérience culinaire reconnue d'Auden, allié à un design créatif et énergique, a fait de Biga On The Banks l'un des restaurants vraiment remarquables du Texas.

Pourquoi ce sont des Icônes

Chef de cuisine : Bruce Auden

De la part des éditeur·rice·s d'OpenTable: When he opened Biga in 1991, London-born chef Bruce Auden kicked off a new era of fine dining in San Antonio, amassing a huge celebrity following (Julia Child, Emeril Lagasse) and racking up several James Beard nominations. In 2000, the restaurant moved to a bigger space with sweeping Riverwalk views, the perfect setting for Auden’s ever-changing global menu with Texas accents—think spiced antelope and quail, habañero jerk scallops, and za’atar roasted cauliflower.

Informations supplémentaires

Lieux
203 S. St. Mary's St., San Antonio, TX 78205
Numéro de téléphone
(210) 225-0722
Prix
51 $ et plus
Cuisines
Américain Contemporaine, Restauration Bar
Heures d'ouverture
lun–jeu, dim 17H00–21H15 ven, sam 17H00–21H45
Dress code
Tenue d'affaires décontractée
Parking details
Biga does have a parking option under the One Alamo Center (caddy corner from the International Center). The driveway to the One Alamo Parking Lot is on the Market St. Side of the building.Parking costs $8. Bring your ticket for validation.Go to https://biga.com/riverwalk-restaurants-san-antonio-location/ for further details and a link a map.
Options de paiement
American Express, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa

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Expériences

25th Anniversary Reception Ticket
175,00 $ US par personne
Prépayé
Seulement 22 avr. 2025
Like the living bread starter that gives the restaurant its name, Biga on the Banks has risen to become one of San Antonio's most cherished culinary institutions. On Earth Day, April 22, 2025, the iconic landmark restaurant will celebrate its 25th anniversary on the River Walk with an extraordinary culinary event benefiting the next generation of San Antonio's culinary talent. Under the guidance of Chef Bruce Auden, widely regarded as the godfather of San Antonio's dynamic culinary scene, Biga on the Banks has cultivated more than just exceptional cuisine - it has nurtured a legacy of culinary excellence and community partnership that spans a quarter century. The celebration, chaired by longtime supporters Lyn and Pete Selig, will transform the restaurant into a showcase of culinary artistry, featuring eight chef stations helmed by distinguished Biga alumni alongside promising students from St. Philip's College Culinary and Hospitality School. The reception-style event will run from 6:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., with plans to expand to the third floor for an evening of desserts and dancing. "Biga's story is one of resilience and community," says Chef Auden, who, along with partners Perny Shea, Pete Selig, and Don Thomas, has steered the restaurant through numerous challenges from 9/11 ot the 2008 recession and the recent COVID-19 pandemic. "When we moved from our original location in Tobin Hill to the River Walk, it was because of an extraordinary coalition of local investors - Team Biga - who believed in our vision for San Antonio's culinary future." Even before they reached the banks of the San Antonio River, the restaurant's name, Biga, was derived from the centuries-old traditional pre-fermented starter used in artisanal bread-making. It reflects its philosophy of patience, cultivation, and tradition. And that approach has fostered remarkable loyalty among staff, many of whom have been with the restaurant for over two decades and are now eligible to participate in a pioneering profit-sharing program. Decades before San Antonio became a UNESCO World Heritage City of Gastronomy, long before the Pearl, Southtown and downtown became culinary destinations, Chef Bruce Auden almost single-handedly elevated the fine dining experience in San Antonio in the 1980s," said longtime journalist and Biga lover Bob Rivard. "Over the years, Bruce trained a whole new generation of talented chefs, who found their first opportunities in the Biga kitchen. More than a few are now household names and in charge of their own successful ventures. The Bruce Auden DNA is found in many of the city's best kitchens today. All proceeds from the anniversary celebration will benefit St. Philip's College Culinary and Hospitality School and the San Antonio Food Bank, reflecting Biga's ongoing commitment to nurturing culinary talent and fighting food insecurity ni the community. The event will feature a commemorative medal for all attendees!
25th Anniversary VIP Table
275,00 $ US par personne
Prépayé
Seulement 22 avr. 2025
VIP Tables Available for 4, 6 and 8 people. Be sure to enter one of these numbers in the field above. Like the living bread starter that gives the restaurant its name, Biga on the Banks has risen to become one of San Antonio's most cherished culinary institutions. On Earth Day, April 22, 2025, the iconic landmark restaurant will celebrate its 25th anniversary on the River Walk with an extraordinary culinary event benefiting the next generation of San Antonio's culinary talent. Under the guidance of Chef Bruce Auden, widely regarded as the godfather of San Antonio's dynamic culinary scene, Biga on the Banks has cultivated more than just exceptional cuisine - it has nurtured a legacy of culinary excellence and community partnership that spans a quarter century. The celebration, chaired by longtime supporters Lyn and Pete Selig, will be showcase of culinary artistry, featuring eight chef stations helmed by distinguished Biga alumni with promising students from St. Philip's College Culinary and Hospitality School. The reception-style event will run from 6:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., with plans to expand to the third floor for an evening of desserts and dancing. "Biga's story is one of resilience and community," says Chef Auden, who, with partners Perny Shea, Pete Selig, and Don Thomas, has steered the restaurant through numerous challenges from 9/11 ot the 2008 recession and the recent COVID-19 pandemic. "When we moved from our original location in Tobin Hill to the River Walk, it was because of an extraordinary coalition of local investors - Team Biga - who believed in our vision for San Antonio's culinary future." The restaurant's name, Biga, was derived from the centuries-old traditional pre-fermented starter used in artisanal bread-making. It reflects its philosophy of patience, cultivation, and tradition. And that approach has fostered remarkable loyalty among staff, many of whom have been with the restaurant for over two decades. Decades before San Antonio became a UNESCO World Heritage City of Gastronomy, long before the Pearl, Southtown and downtown became culinary destinations, Chef Bruce Auden almost single-handedly elevated the fine dining experience in San Antonio in the 1980s," said longtime journalist and Biga lover Bob Rivard. "Over the years, Bruce trained a whole new generation of talented chefs, who found their first opportunities in the Biga kitchen. More than a few are now household names and in charge of their own successful ventures. The Bruce Auden DNA is found in many of the city's best kitchens today. All proceeds from the celebration will benefit St. Philip's College Culinary & Hospitality School and the San Antonio Food Bank, reflecting Biga's ongoing commitment to nurturing culinary talent and fighting food insecurity the community. Reception tickets will be $175 per person and THOSE WANTING A RESERVED TABLE (limited availability) DURING THE EVENT, $275 per person.
Easter Brunch- $75 Adults, $35 Children
Seulement 20 avr. 2025
Celebrate Easter with us on Sunday, April 20th! Indulge in a fabulous 4-course brunch served from 10:30am to 4pm. Gather your loved ones and enjoy a memorable meal together!

Salles privées

Plats populaires

Bibb Radicchio Game Packet
Asian chili sauces & veggies, cashews
- each8,00 $ US
Habanero Jerk Scallops (2)24,00 $ US
cheesy Texas grits, pineapple rum chutney
Kyle's Crispy Blue Corn Chicken14,00 $ US
stuffed with chihuahua cheese & peppers, black bean relish, peanut butter poblano mole
Crab & Shrimp Campechana16,00 $ US
tomato clam cocktail with olives, chilis, cilantro & avocado, crispy tortilla chips
Texas Gulf Chicken Fried Oysters (3)18,00 $ US
squid ink linguine, pancetta, Swiss chard, whole grain mustard hollandaise
Seared Hudson Valley Foie Gras30,00 $ US
brioche French toast, mango-papaya-grape chutney, duck cider jus
Escargot15,00 $ US
mushrooms, red wine garlic butter
Apple-Smoked Salmon Chalupa (2)12,00 $ US
black bean, avocado, cilantro, lime crème fraiche, pickled veggies
Grilled Wagyu Burger22,00 $ US
brioche bun, applewood smoked bacon, cheddar, lettuce, tomato, mayo, pomme frites
Cheese Plate18,00 $ US
The Drunken Goat, Cambozola Black Label, Ewephoria Gouda, Marcona almonds, quince paste, walnut date cake, honeycomb, toasty bread
Bread Service
- Buttermilk Cornbread6,00 $ US
- Pain Au Levain6,00 $ US
- Focaccia6,00 $ US
- Basket with All Three8,00 $ US

Salads | Soup

Fiesta Chicken & Vegetable Soup12,00 $ US
with pico & queso fresco
Grilled Beet Salad13,00 $ US
sherry garlic vinaigrette, baby arugula & goat cheese
Romaine Hearts12,00 $ US
red pepper Caesar dressing, croutons & parmesan tuile
Local Baby Greens13,00 $ US
apples, toasted walnuts, brie, grape tomatoes, shaved red onions, vanilla bean balsamic vinaigrette
Thai Inspired Vegetable Salad11,00 $ US
shiitakes and crunchies, sesame ginger dressing
Spinach & Frisee13,00 $ US
fiery pecans, aged English cheddar, golden raisins, crumbled bacon, maple Dijon vinaigrette
Little Gem Lettuce13,00 $ US
Benton's country ham, citrus supremes, radish, avocado, almonds, candied shallot vinaigrette

Main Course

Roasted American Red Snapper45,00 $ US
Texas mushroom risotto, zucchini, Medeira marinara
Pan Seared Mahi Mahi45,00 $ US
potato leek rosti, pickled cucumber sultanas, Texas baby carrots, honey dill whipped mascarpone
Baked North Sea Salmon45,00 $ US
Thai red curry rice noodles, carrots, peppers, mushrooms, ginger, scallions, charred pineapple
Smoked Bell and Evans 1/2 Chicken33,00 $ US
mashers, asparagus, chicken jus, black pepper butter
Slow Cooked Angus Beef Denver39,00 $ US
pepper & onion corn pudding, spiced zucchini, red wine jus
Grilled 8oz Beef Tenderloin59,00 $ US
two potato gratin, asparagus, jammy tomato, steak sauce, bearnaise
Mustard Crusted Australian Lamb Rack55,00 $ US
cheesy Texas grits, marinated feta, green beans, mushroom veal reduction
11 Spiced South Texas Antelope and Lockhart Quail52,00 $ US
goat cheese tart, Brussels leaves, cherry raisin chutney, juniper sauce
Crispy Masa Harina Tamale Cakes22,00 $ US
squash carrot & corn calabacita, roast tomato salsa

Sides

Pommes Frites
Mashers
Grilled Asparagus
Corn Pudding
Cheesy Grits
Korean BBQ Cauliflower
Two Potato Gratin

Dessert

Sticky Toffee Pudding12,00 $ US
with English custard
Amaretto Creme Brulee12,00 $ US
red currant thumb print cookie
Chocolate Hazelnut Cheesecake12,00 $ US
candied hazelnuts, raspberries, praline crème, raspberry whipped cream, chocolate tuile
Zucchini Cake12,00 $ US
vanilla ice cream, Grand Marnier crème Anglaise, citrus salad, citrus tuile
French Toast Banana Bread12,00 $ US
rum caramel, vanilla anglaise, spiced pecans, crème fraiche ice cream, pineapple chip
Dessert Sampler16,00 $ US
warm apple blackberry crumble, sticky toffee pudding, chocolate panna cotta
Vegan Chocolate Mousse12,00 $ US
raspberries, chocolate shavings
Sorbet6,00 $ US
Pina Colada, Mango, Wild Berry
Ice Cream7,00 $ US
Biga Crunch, Guinness Toffee, Brunt Honey Pistachio

3 Course Prix Fixe Menu

$49 Choose one for each course. No substitutions or splits, please. Add wine pairings for $25

1st Course

choice of:

Chicken Tortilla Soup
with pico & queso fresco
Romaine Hearts
red pepper Caesar dressing, croutons & parmesan tuile
Local Baby Greens
apples, toasted walnuts, brie, grape tomatoes, shaved red onions, vanilla bean balsamic vinaigrette
Grilled Beet Salad
sherry garlic vinaigrette, baby arugula & goat cheese

2nd Course

choice of:

Baked North Sea Salmon
Thai red curry rice noodles, carrots, peppers, mushrooms, ginger, scallions, charred pineapple
Slow Cooked Angus Beef Denver
pepper & onion corn pudding, spiced zucchini, red wine jus
Mustard Crusted Australian Lamb Rack
cheesy Texas grits, marinated feta, green beans, mushroom veal reduction; $7 supplement
Crispy Masa Harina Tamale Cakes
squash carrot & corn calabacita, roast tomato salsa - add chicken breast or quail

3rd Course

choice of:

Sticky Toffee Pudding
with English custard
Zucchini Cake
vanilla ice cream, Grand Marnier crème Anglaise, citrus salad, citrus tuile
Vanilla Cheesecake
almond cookie crust, caramel, cherry sauce
Dessert Sampler
warm apple blackberry crumble, sticky toffee pudding, chocolate panna cotta; $4 supplement

L'opinion de 5 827 personnes

Commentaires sur le restaurant Biga on the Banks de personnes qui y ont mangé. Selon des cotes récentes.

Évaluation globale (notes et commentaires)

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4.8

4,8 selon des cotes récentes

4,8Nourriture
4,8Service
4,8Ambiance
4,5Valeur

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Romantique
San Antonio
Idéal pour les plus belles vues
San Antonio
Américain Contemporaine

5 827 commentaires

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Tanya
Philadelphie 2 commentaires
5.0
Y est allé il y a 2 jours
1. Cote globale 5
2. Nourriture 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambiance 5
Waiter was amazing. He talked about every entree and answered all of our questions. The food was so great!
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Greg or Angie VIP
San Antonio69 commentaires
5.0
Y est allé il y a 4 jours
1. Cote globale 5
2. Nourriture 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambiance 5
We enjoy Biga on the Banks a few times a year. We come for the high quality gourmet selection of dining options, the quiet, refined ambiance and excellent service. Our last visit was no exception as we enjoyed a slow-paced Sunday evening meal consisting of bread service, the baby greens and roasted beet salads followed by the Australian rack of lamb and Bell & Evans smokey chicken with vegetables. Our attendant was Rosemary and she did a great job of serving us. Biga is one of San Antonio's gems that consistently delivers a wonderful meal in a great setting.
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DeeOndra
Houston1 commentaire
5.0
Y est allé il y a 5 jours
1. Cote globale 5
2. Nourriture 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambiance 5
Went here for our 1 year anniversary dinner and I can say we were not disappointed at all. The server was nice and answered all of our questions. Dinner itself was amazing we chose this restaurant because the menu changes every day and it added the spontaneity to the experience. We left very satisfied with the portions and the price was expected for all that we had. 10/10 would love to come back!
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Lisa VIP
San Diego23 commentaires
5.0
Y est allé il y a 5 jours
1. Cote globale 5
2. Nourriture 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambiance 5
Fantastic meal ! We had the prix fix meal which was perfect and reasonable cost
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Sandra
Austin1 commentaire
5.0
Y est allé il y a 6 jours
1. Cote globale 5
2. Nourriture 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambiance 5
The sticky toffee dessert was absolutely to die for. Service and main courses were also excellent!
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Barry VIP
Kansas City8 commentaires
5.0
Y est allé il y a 6 jours
1. Cote globale 5
2. Nourriture 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambiance 5
Lovely place. Beautiful evening. We ate outside and enjoyed the weather. The boat traffic on the river was distracting but otherwise a great site.
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PAULINA VIP
México7 commentaires
5.0
Y est allé le 6 mars 2025
1. Cote globale 5
2. Nourriture 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambiance 4
Excellent food and service; it was a great experience! Very recommended
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David VIP
México2 commentaires
5.0
Y est allé le 6 mars 2025
1. Cote globale 5
2. Nourriture 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambiance 5
Great food and outstanding service. I fully recommend this place; great choice!
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Jackie VIP
Minneapolis31 commentaires
5.0
Y est allé le 6 mars 2025
1. Cote globale 5
2. Nourriture 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambiance 5
This was an outstanding meal. Everything was perfect. The service was impeccable. He made our meal special. The food was incredible - the ambiance was perfect. A memorable wonderful evening.
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Ron VIP
Chicago 22 commentaires
5.0
Y est allé le 5 mars 2025
1. Cote globale 5
2. Nourriture 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambiance 5
Beginning with a steller greeting from our server Gabriel, we were treated to a memorable meal, one for the record books. Gabriel treated us as family and took time to describe many of the items on the menu. Their bread basket was filled with delicious fresh baked breads and came with salt and butter. We enjoyed the shrimp appetizer in a cheese grit base. The beet salad was amazing as well. We enjoyed the antelope for the first time and it lived up to Gabriel’s recommendation! We also enjoyed the beef tenderloin cooked to perfection, along with amazing root vegetables. The food combined with our terrific server, Gabriel, was an amazing experience and we will be back again soon.
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Le restaurant Biga on the Banks a été coté 4,8 étoiles par 5827 clients d'OpenTable.

Oui, vous pouvez généralement réserver ce restaurant en choisissant la date, l'heure et la taille du groupe sur OpenTable.

Effectuer une réservation

2 personnes

14 mars 2025

19 h 00

Réservée 36 fois aujourd'hui

Des expériences sont disponibles.

Carte Google pour le restaurant Biga on the Banks

203 S. St. Mary's St., San Antonio, TX 78205

Informations supplémentaires

Numéro de téléphone
(210) 225-0722
Prix
51 $ et plus
Cuisines
Américain Contemporaine, Restauration Bar
Heures d'ouverture
lun–jeu, dim 17H00–21H15 ven, sam 17H00–21H45
Dress code
Tenue d'affaires décontractée
Parking details
Biga does have a parking option under the One Alamo Center (caddy corner from the International Center). The driveway to the One Alamo Parking Lot is on the Market St. Side of the building.Parking costs $8. Bring your ticket for validation.Go to https://biga.com/riverwalk-restaurants-san-antonio-location/ for further details and a link a map.
Options de paiement
American Express, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa

Biga on the Banks

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À propos de ce restaurant

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Informations supplémentaires

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25th Anniversary Reception Ticket

25th Anniversary VIP Table

Easter Brunch- $75 Adults, $35 Children

Alamo Room

San Jose Room

Capistrano

Espada

3rd Floor Riverview Terrace

Demande personnalisée

Sticky Toffee Pudding

Roasted American Red Snapper

Grilled 8oz Beef Tenderloin

Starters | Snacks

Bibb Radicchio Game Packet

Habanero Jerk Scallops (2)24,00 $ US

Kyle's Crispy Blue Corn Chicken14,00 $ US

Crab & Shrimp Campechana16,00 $ US

Texas Gulf Chicken Fried Oysters (3)18,00 $ US

Seared Hudson Valley Foie Gras30,00 $ US

Escargot15,00 $ US

Apple-Smoked Salmon Chalupa (2)12,00 $ US

Grilled Wagyu Burger22,00 $ US

Cheese Plate18,00 $ US

Bread Service

Salads | Soup

Fiesta Chicken & Vegetable Soup12,00 $ US

Grilled Beet Salad13,00 $ US

Romaine Hearts12,00 $ US

Local Baby Greens13,00 $ US

Thai Inspired Vegetable Salad11,00 $ US

Spinach & Frisee13,00 $ US

Little Gem Lettuce13,00 $ US

Main Course

Roasted American Red Snapper45,00 $ US

Pan Seared Mahi Mahi45,00 $ US

Baked North Sea Salmon45,00 $ US

Smoked Bell and Evans 1/2 Chicken33,00 $ US

Slow Cooked Angus Beef Denver39,00 $ US

Grilled 8oz Beef Tenderloin59,00 $ US

Mustard Crusted Australian Lamb Rack55,00 $ US

11 Spiced South Texas Antelope and Lockhart Quail52,00 $ US

Crispy Masa Harina Tamale Cakes22,00 $ US

Sides

Pommes Frites

Mashers

Grilled Asparagus

Corn Pudding

Cheesy Grits

Korean BBQ Cauliflower

Two Potato Gratin

Dessert

Sticky Toffee Pudding12,00 $ US

Amaretto Creme Brulee12,00 $ US

Chocolate Hazelnut Cheesecake12,00 $ US

Zucchini Cake12,00 $ US

French Toast Banana Bread12,00 $ US

Dessert Sampler16,00 $ US

Vegan Chocolate Mousse12,00 $ US

Sorbet6,00 $ US

Ice Cream7,00 $ US

3 Course Prix Fixe Menu

1st Course

Chicken Tortilla Soup

Romaine Hearts

Local Baby Greens

Grilled Beet Salad

2nd Course

Baked North Sea Salmon

Slow Cooked Angus Beef Denver

Mustard Crusted Australian Lamb Rack

Crispy Masa Harina Tamale Cakes

3rd Course

Sticky Toffee Pudding