Best Outdoor Dining in San Antonio

“THANK YOU Roger for awesome service BUT the man in the back MIKE (the cook) outstanding sir.”

“Their Mac n cheese is probably one of the best that I've had- vegan or not.”

“I’m so happy with my experience here. The food, the quality, the pricing. Everything is wonderful.”

“This place was so nice. The food was so good and big portion sizes. I loved the freshness of the salad.”

“Everything from the chicken, to the hummus, to rice, and the Iraqi tea was absolutely amazing and seasoned perfectly.”

“Nice mediterranean vibe along with soft music and great customer service makes the perfect combination to enjoy a meal.”

“The duck and foie gras are indeed delicious. They are perfectly seared and the gooseberry sauce is a perfect balance.”

“The service was phenomenal, and everything we tasted was a – the beet salad, shared ribeye, corn fritters, and cheesecake.”

“Chef Tony came to your table and was kind enough to send over a complimentary dish to taste (which was delicious).”

“The marbled brisket was perfect - super juicy and tender. The Mac & cheese was flavorful and the green beans were incredibly tasty.”

“Juicy brisket and ribs mixed with amazing southern hospitality and a place that looks like a lot of fun when it’s in full swing.”

“Everything we've tried has been excellent, from the brisket baker, brisket grilled mac n cheese sandwich, chicken, ribs and the sides.”

“This is phenomenal barbecue! You can smell the smoke as you're walking up to order, and it makes your mouth water.”

“Nick and Elliot were so kind to host our family. Nick showed us around their place and we had the best BBQ!”

“The location is in a less than desirable place in San Antonio. Please don’t let it fool you though it is definitely worth the experience.”

“This is some of the best bbq I’ve ever tasted. Cooked to perfection, tender, flavorful, and a great combo of the meats.”

“The best part was being served by a man who obviously loves what he’s doing! Very friendly and helpful!”

“The music and the vibe is very welcoming, I loved this place ✨”

“The Tuscan Caesar salad MAY have been the best salad I have eaten in a very long time, if not ever.”

“Allie is the freakin best!! We go out to eat every weekend and we are confident to say she is the best server we’ve had!!!”

“Probably not the best choice if you want a quiet dinner night, as it was hopping.”

“Jennifer was an amazing server. She had my family and I laughing! She was super attentive and knowledgeable about the menu!”

“Just got home from a wonderful evening with My BF of course there was a wait it’s Valentines Day so it’s to be expected”

“Sebastian is the best server I have ever had! Most personable, kind and relatable person I have ever met!”

“This is for sure a must eat!!! The best breakfast tacos (should be burritos) we have had in a long time.”

“The cafe was neat and clean. The best meal we had since we arrived in San Antonio!”

“We had a large group, and we walked in…not only were they super welcoming, the food was EXCELLENT!”

“This place has the best tuna sandwich in the world. Yes, they have tuna sandwiches! I'd give it 6 stars if I could!”

“The employees were beyond helpful and polite. The food was delicious (we got the chicken quesadilla). Will definitely be back.”

“Service is always nice and workers are always answering any questions or even recommending some of their favorite menu items. The flan is the best I've tried.”

“The Brisket Smoke Show bowl… ridiculous. The brisket is melt-in-your-mouth tender, the flavors just keep stacking, and the portions are aggressive (in the best way).”

“Our server, Lexii, was an absolute pleasure to speak and incredibly friendly. She truly made the experience a perfect 10/10 – it was unbelievably good and amazing!”

“I'd skip the brisket next time because it was dry. The corn was delicious too.”

“We’ve have breakfast, boxed pastries to go, and now dinner! Every single item has been wonderful, "perfect" even!”

“When dishes are served with outstanding execution after multiple visits you can be sure the standards in the kitchen are high.”

“The cozy atmosphere and warm service make it the perfect place to meet up with friends or colleagues.”

“Autumn was my waitress is was awesome it was my first experience at this place and it was awesome food and service was outstanding.”

“The pizza was soo good! Order was executed to perfection, even last minute add ons came out perfect.”

“Our waitress, Maghan, was absolutely amazing — super friendly, attentive, and on top of everything without being overbearing.”

“Always a great experience! Staff are very friendly. Food is amazing!”

“The food was so good! It feels like a home cooked meal and like your in a little garden, jazz music playing.”

“There was just 1 girl there she cooked, served us with a smile and had nice jazz music in the background.”

“First time dropping in tonight with the girls. Hole in the wall for sure! Great vibes, music and the food was delicious!”

“On average you'll pay about $5 per taco which is a little much but the food was really well prepared and delicious.”

“The tacos were so amazing I had to go back again! The sangria is to die for! I'm in love with the Spicy Tikka Chicken and the Buffalo chicken.”

“The food was absolutely fantastic—fresh, well-plated, and delicious. We had the croquetas, the breakfast platter with Wagyu, and the Charcuterie plate.”

“The food was delicious. Billionaire Bacon is a must. The French Toast was top notch. I left barely able to finish my plate of food.”

“The DJ is setting the vibes, the food is delicious, and Shawanna was our server and she is absolutely amazing.”

“The grilled Mediterranean Sea Bass is a satisfying dish. The flavor, portion size, and presentation are all superb.”

“Our server LeLei was friendly and attentive. I ate the salmon Super Bowl and it was perfect.”

“The food is consistent. I typically get the Blackened Trout which is my go-to.”

“The food was absolutely delicious — the pizzas were flavorful with the perfect crust, and the cheese bread was next level.”

“It was my first time being here and Celine did an amazing job on serving us. The first time experience was a 100/10.”

“Celine was an amazing server! Food was great and we truly enjoyed how great the atmosphere was! Thank you Celine!”

“The pizza was delicious, and I was sad when my I got to the bottom of my blueberry mojito cocktail…it was amazing.”

“This place is a treasure! The food was amazing, fresh and delicious, but the incredible staff surpassed all expectations for a restaurant!”

“Our waiter was amazing, Jeremiah, he was attentive and answered all of our questions with the utmoat respect and knowledge.”

“Ambiance: Upscale Italian & modern restaurant with a nice ambiance! Perfect for a date night, celebration, or nice lunch out.”

“This restaurant provides a lovely atmosphere, delicious choices of Italian fare, moderately priced, generous portions, and kind, efficient wait staff.”

“Payton was the best! We enjoyed our early dinner experience without any hiccups. Payton came back often to see if we needed anything!”

“The fried chicken is phenomenal, do yourself a favor and just get it, you won't be disappointed. Best we've ever had.”

“The single best cornbread of my life! And their fish was so tender and tasty!”

“Antelope Birria for the win. What an incredible dish. So good!”

“Sam m, the owner, has excellent customer service. He helped me pick the best options and pricing for my order …”

“The atmosphere is perfect for a chill low stimulus meal with soft music and decor setting the Mediterranean vibe.”

“The atmosphere is serene and clean, the food is delicious (chef's kiss)”

“The food was excellent I had the fish and fries my friends had fish and shrimp and ribs and fries.”

“Jamie was an outstanding waitress. Super cool and very professional and friendly. 10/10 recommend coming back for the food and service!!”

“The food was so amazing! And the service was top notch! Christian was amazing and made our trip memorable!”

“The best pizza in town hands down. This man knows his way around a wood fired oven, and is incredibly friendly and personable.”

“Sergio is amazing. He is very friendly and professional and makes you feel welcomed.The pizzas are the best I've ever had.”

“This is the best pizza in San Antonio. True artisan pie prepared by an expert, not some teenager.”

“This place is great! The food is delicious and it's right on the Riverwalk so you can have dinner and a show!”

“THE BRISKET SANDWICH WITH MAC N CHEESE IS SOOOOO GOOOD I RECOMMEND IT!!!!!! AND THE PAN DULCE IS AMAZING AND THE MUFFIN TOO!”

“Keisha was our server. Highly recommend her too! She was great with our questions and recommendations to make our daughters visit enjoyable.”

“Chloe provided me amazing service and help me be less indecisive on my order. Thank you!”

“Food was great! Delicious middle eastern seasoning and rightful portions for the price!”

“Had the best dinner with my wife, atmosphere was amazing and the food tasted fresh and delicious!”

“The staff was courteous,attentive and the place was very relaxed and chill/ not pretentious but instead a perfect combination of San Antonio hospitality.”

“The place is beautiful and very nice views to the River Walk and the Pearl Park.”

“Paul and Mercedes were so delightful!! Fantastic recommendations which every one of them was delicious!”

“Inside and outside seating available , which is perfect. One of my favorite places to eat as it’s always on point.”

“This is the spot to hit for an Excellent Cheese Steak.”

“Jeniece helped place our order. She was very nice and patient with all of our questions to ensure we get our order right.”

“Best Brisket in town, not too spicy so you can taste the meat and not just the (inflammatory) pepper/seasonings on the Brisket.”

“Amazing service, explained everything perfectly and was really respectful throughout the whole conversation. Made me and my husband's night for sure!”

“First time here and as soon as we walked in Cody gave us the most amazing welcome and perfect recommendations. Great Customer service and Yummy experience. Will come back again!”

“I consider myself to have a pretty good palette, so believe me when I tell you this is the best fried chicken you can get in the city.”

“Best fried chicken I’ve ever had. I wish I could have eaten a whole basket of biscuits”

“Hands down best fried chicken I’ve had in the area. I spent a lot of time in the south, and very much enjoyed the cuisine there.”

“Y’all are seriously missing out on the best food, I’m being so serious, it got my toes curled ❤️Especially the beef and broccoli with fried rice”

“This is definitely a go-to and some of the best Vietnamese food in the city.”

“This is my go-to Pho place. The customer service is great and the food is delicious.”

“The atmosphere is enchanting beautiful romantic. The music was perfect. The artist was absolutely outstanding.”

“The food was delicious. We tried the charcuterie board, bruschetta and prosciutto pizza.”

“The ambience and service was excellent. Definitely recommend for a fun date night!”

“Loved this quaint intimate little place, the food was delicious and the vibes, music and atmosphere made it a perfect date night.”

“Romantic dimly lit atmosphere. Pizza was very good - We had the PPP. Baked Brie was amazing. Cucumber Margarita awesome!”

“The first time everything was 10/10, food and service! However, in our second visit we had a bad experience with our server…”

“Food was amazing, ordered the Asian hot honey, el guapo, the hot katsu, plus some fries. Everything was great, but the service made it excellent!”

“We spent $50 on food and it was well worth it. The portions are quite big and let me tell you, the hot honey sandwich is so insanely delicious.”

“Also there was a fly on our food. Would not recommend. Very disappointed.”

“The food was delicious, and our bartender Tyler was absolutely delightful. They also have an amazing wine and whiskey/bourbon selection!”

“The lasagna looked huge & i was told it was delicious. I had the seared salmon Benedict and it was perfect not too heavy.”

“I had the short rib pasta. It had such a rich flavor. It was very good and filling. The flavors just all meshes well together. 10/10 recommend.”

“This place is a beautiful restored home. The food is amazing and fresh. The service was outstanding. Love this unique dining experience.”

“This was our first time here. Fantastic ambiance, service, and food! Will definitely be back.”

“Food was quite good, but we were super rushed for our 8:00 reservation. Recommend earlier.”

“Some of the best Mexicana Traditional food I've had! The lemonada to the charro it was all high end good!”

“The food was absolutely delicious, and the service was excellent! The coffee was so incredible it nearly brought me to tears.”

“This place was delicious! Oscar, our server was very attentive but even the other wait staff was very attentive if Oscar wasn’t near.”

“Great pizza and an impressive beer selection. We had a House Special and Pepperoni, Cheese Bread, and a Greek Salad.”

“Pizza and cheese slices were amazing. Super loud though around lunch time I couldn't hear anything other than the music.”

“Literally the best pizza I’ve ever eaten in Texas! And I LOVE MOD pizza but I can’t compare the two because it’s different ingredients in the two.”

“The food was delicious (especially the calamari), service was great, and even though I only had 1 wine, it was a good one.”

“Our visit to Russo’s New York Pizzeria was wonderful. The pasta was flavorful and perfectly prepared, and the chicken wings were absolutely delicious.”

“The atmosphere is beautiful and relaxed, perfect for a long dinner, a date night, or just catching up with friends over a glass of wine.”

“I got the enchilada trio, and it is one of the best trios I've had.”

“The jicama tacos - shell is made of jicama!! - are incredible, creative, healthy and delicious.”

“The food may be a bit on the higher price but got to say was delicious”

“My husband had the swordfish. She said to recommend it for her because it was the best fish she’s ever had.”

“The Mediterranean Sea Bass is one of the most delicious meals I've ever had.”

“The Texas Redfish was grilled perfectly. Loved the crayfish butter toppings & seasonings.”

“This place has a great vibe!! All of the servers were nice and friendly. Service was fast and food came out hot and delicious!!”

“Customer service was amazing!! Lamar took my order over the phone & he was a total sweetheart.”

“Hands down the best turkey burger, chili fries, tots, and especially onion rings. So ridiculously good.”

“Wow, impressed with the ambience. The food is excellent The alcohol drinks are delicious. Take someone you want to impress.”

“Incredible fish tacos. Everything is good. And the margaritas are. Love this place. A new favorite.”

“Long time customer. Consistently good food and service. Two salsas and refried beans come out with the chips. The hot salsa is the best in town.”

“This is some of the best Mexican food. My family and I have ever had and Jimmy was a great waiter.”

“Maria Luna our server was AMAZING! So good service and my drink was always full and we felt so taken care.”

“The Texas Fried Burrito is fantastic. It is filled with whatever meat you want, refried beans, and cheese.”

“The location is excellent. It’s right in the heart of the River Walk, which was extremely crowded evening during the holidays.”

“The new manager Dalan put the icing on the cake. He went above and beyond to make sure that our service was outstanding.”

“Service was first-rate, Breeanna our server was the best I've had in a very long time.”

“Customer service was excellent especially from our waitress Sandy. Great service n very welcoming”

“This restaurant is a favorite! The atmosphere is clean and cozy, with a welcoming charm that makes you feel right at home.”

“The atmosphere was a bit loud and congested but the food was absolutely amazing!”

“Best frutería in this area with generous helping of a variety of fruit in the vaso and great street tacos. Great value, too!”

“Excellent food, big portions all at a very low price. They also serve great breakfast.”

“IF YOU LOVE NACHO THIS IS THE SPOT FOR THEM.GET THE SUPER BOWL AN TRY TO FINISH IT. PERFECT AMOUNT OF CHIPS , AN HALPINOS.”

“Walter, the bartender and server was incredible. He hooked us up with amazing food and drink. Great service, food.”

“The food is delicious — everything Ari prepared was simply outstanding, with an authentic and unique flavor.”

“Everything was amazing. And the Toro Paella?? Better than anything I ate in Madrid or Barcelona!”

“This restaurant was an amazing place to stop at during a visit to Hemisfair!”

“Amazing downtown restaurant with a great view, service, and happy hour specials.”

“I highly recommend the ABC burger! Super juicy and perfectly seasoned!”

“It’s one of the best bites of food you will find in SA and I highly suggest anyone reading this to give Pam’s a shot.”

“The Vietnamese Sandwich I ordered was really good and fresh, and my friend ordered the Spucy Hawaiian and said it was the best sandwich she's ever had in her life.”

“Rene was such a wonderful server! He was very kind and his recommendations were delicious.”

“The brisket was perfectly marbled, tender, flavorful, and delicious, no sauce needed, but tasted extra …”

“Great spot to enjoy delicious BBQ while the kiddos play and have fun at the playground as well as listening to live tunes.”

“The star of the show - thanks to the recommendation of the young man behind the counter - was the banana pudding.”

“The ramen was hands-down the best I’ve had in San Antonio — the broth is rich, flavorful, and crafted perfectly.”

“BEST TONKOTSU BROTH IN SAN ANTONIO. I am a picky ramen eater, and am always looking for a flavorful, creamy broth.”

“Excellent Service! Went here a month ago and came back tonight. We had the same waiter and he remembered me.”

“The staff were all so friendly and welcoming. Definitely hitting them up in the near future. Favor, quality and service delivered at frequent celebrate!!”

“The atmosphere also feels like you’re literally transported to Hawaii the moment you enter the restaurant. Fantastic all around.”

“My husband absolutely loved the spam fried rice and the macaroni salad was by far the best macaroni salad I have ever had in my life!”

“I ordered the turkey burger which is my favorite thing on the menu. Usually it comes out juicy and tender and well made.”

“Mitchell was our server and was FANTASTIC! He took great care of all of us and the food was great.”

“Food was good as usual, I Highly recommend the Pork Chop Dinner, but this time we got Pizza and it was great!”

“The food at Alamo Café is absolutely delicious! The fresh, homemade tortillas are made right on-site — hot, soft, and ready to eat.”

“As soon as we arrived, we were greeted by Paul Patel, the manager, with the best smile I’ve experienced in a long time.”

“Awesome location. Loved the ri era in the building, and outdoors was very comfortable, a wonderfully relaxing atmosphere for being right off of a main highway.”

“Arianna was our server, and I can honestly say it was some of the best service I’ve ever experienced.”

“Amazing patio in a central location with really great steak, king crab, appetizers and wine!”

“The setting is beautiful - right on the river with great views - and the atmosphere feels special without being stuffy.”

“Absolutely delicious! I’ve been here a few times now, every time I visit San Antonio and it’s good every time.”

“Outstanding service! The bartender lady was amazing. Very attentive and very personable! I loved the Ramen. Will go again!”

“The food was simply incredible! The atmosphere was warm and cozy. The ramen and appetizers were absolutely amazing.”

“Fantastic food! The tacos were marvelous, strong portion sizes, especially for the reasonable price!”

“Wow. These could literally be the best barbocoa tacos I’ve had in the city.”

“Great little stop in at the Alamo!! Good food great service wonderful atmosphere!!”

“The food was incredible. Service started very helpful and frequent. As the restaurant got busy the waiters got spread very thin and it took very long to get any service.”

“This is some of the best Mediterranean food I’ve had in years, we got three dips, and the sweet potato dish to share amongst three people.”

“The server did the best she could but obviously could not handle such a large group.”

“Clean restaurant and restrooms, awesome food, Lily was an excellent server, not overcrowded, and the music wasn't super loud.”

“Carlos was absolutely phenomenal. Everything was delicious, but the service was absolutely out of this world.”

“Rome was outstanding, attentive and suggested so many delicious items from the La Fonda menu!”

“Audrey was AMAZING!! From the moment we sat down, she greeted us with the biggest smile and the most positive energy.”

“This place is amazing! Roxie was a phenomenal server!!! Get the redfish - truly a food experience.”

“Roxie was a phenomenal server!!! Get the redfish - truly a food experience.”

“This is a great little Italian place! The food was amazing made right in front of us and cooked in the gorgeous pizza oven.”

“Our first time at Braza Brava and the Tomato Bisque is one of the best I have eaten!”

“The Cacio e Pepe? Highly recommend. Creamy and cheesy pasta for those who appreciate real Italian cuisines.”

“Location is perfect. But then again this is coming from someone who lives in the neighborhood.”

“The chilaquiles are delicious and the portion size is big so the price is worth it compared to other chilaquiles maybe cheaper but not tasty.”

“The atmosphere is amazing a person taking orders at your table would be better just my opinion but this place is badass I would recommend to anyone and everyone.”

“The food was good and portions very large. Not excellent food but good and setting extraordinary.”

“Nice location by the river walk with long lines of great views and good food with reasonable prices.”

“We were very disappointed that our waitress dismissed my allergy concerns and refused to help us find a dish that was safe for me to eat.”

“Ivy has taken great care of us each time we've gone to Mings. He has excellent customer service skills.”

“This place is a whole vibbeeee. The staff is amazing, they are all so nice and attentive.”

“Super clean. Nice decor, place smells like delicious food, house music on low.”

“Bree was amazing! Within 30 seconds of sitting down we were greeted with a smile. Service was excellent.”

“Came last night with a group of people sat on the beautiful patio.”

“Berta’s bubbly personality always makes my experience the best ! I love asking for her when I go in for my enchiladas.”