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The Boiler House and Texas Grill & Wine Garden
The Boiler House and Texas Grill & Wine Garden

The Boiler House and Texas Grill & Wine Garden Details

  • Dining Style: Casual Dining
  • Website: http://www.boilerhousesa.com
  • Email: info@boilerhousesa.com
  • Phone: (210) 354-4644
  • Hours of Operation: Sunday 10am-10pm
    Monday - Thursday 11am-10pm
    Friday 11am-Midnight
    Saturday 10am-Midnight
  • Payment Options: AMEX, Diners Club, MasterCard, Visa
  • Cuisine: American, Tapas / Small Plates
  • Executive Chef: Jeff White
  • Dress Code: Business Casual
  • Accepts Walk-Ins: Yes
  • Additional Details: Banquet/Private Rooms, Entertainment, Farm to Table, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wine, Wine Bar
  • Catering: Catering is also available at the restaurant or at a location of your choice.
  • Entertainment: Live music

Getting there

  • Cross Street: Karnes St.
  • Parking: Public Lot
A word from The Boiler House and Texas Grill & Wine Garden
Boiler House Texas Grill & Wine Garden is a true Texas original. Situated in the historic Pearl Brewery complex on the San Antonio River Walk, this wine-centric restaurant occupies the former “boiler house” which powered the adjacent brewery. The menu focuses on grilled items from local farms and… markets, with a focus on “Texas ranch-style” cuisine. These delicacies are paired with extraordinary wines from around the world (all available by the glass, bottle and “to-go”), live music and a casual yet energetic atmosphere. The unique list of wines features pricing based on a “retail” model, and boasts some of the lowest prices in the area.

The restaurant incorporates various private dining areas suitable for private or corporate functions and an expansive outdoor patio area where guests can enjoy dining alfresco. Catering is also available at the restaurant or at a location of your choice.Continued
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Awards voted by OpenTable diners
  • Diners' Choice WinnerAmerican
  • Diners' Choice WinnerHot Spot
  • Diners' Choice WinnerNotable Wine List
Diner Reviews
  • "Excellent wait staff, food was cold, no more live music, this was disappointing. Took 45 min for food to come out and then cold."
    Dined on 3/1/2014
  • "The Boiler House has an unusual menu and some interesting items. The pickled vegetable appetizer and hearts of romaine salad were excellent as was the mashed potatoes. However our entries, the filet as well as tenderloin skewers disappointed. The steaks are all quite expensive ($47 at least) and were good but not exceptional. The tenderloin skewer was reasonably priced, but smothered in sauce and uninspiring. We love the Pearl, but there are better places for our money there."
    Dined on 2/28/2014
  • "I have lived in San Antonio for 5 years and just found this place. It is now at the top of my list for dining experiences. We had the pork chops and they were the best we have ever had."
    Dined on 2/23/2014
  • "The food here is absolutely amazing as usual. The servers are professional and friendly. The only reason I didn't give them the full 5 stars is because we were helped by 4 different people. It's hard to keep track of what the customer ordered when there are so many people coming to help you. Other than that, this place is fantastic, definitely in my top 3 favorites in San Antonio."
    Dined on 2/23/2014
  • "While we wished there were more food selections of main dishes, the apetizers and available choices were really good! The Pearl Brewery development is a great place for The Boiler House providing a nice ambiance as it fits right into the theme. I recommended the Bison Burger and the Quail Skewer to a friend and he and His wife went the next day and loved it! Thanks for making me look good!"
    Dined on 2/21/2014
  • "We were a table of 6 on a Saturday night, having made reservations for an anniversary dinner. We were promptly seated and our server was quick to tell us the specials and made all the right recommendations for starters. The food that we all ordered was very good, but I did find the Tomohawk Ribeye to be overcooked. I had asked for a medium rare and it came to be medium-well and almost well-done around the edges. The server was very attentive and I would highly rate her service. The restaurant itself, though, while having very nice ambience, was a bit noisy and the bathroom locations left much to be desired. Overall, it was a very pleasant experience but much more pricey that I would have expected."
    Dined on 2/22/2014
  • "The food was great, but it was completely overshadowed by our miserable waitress. From the moment she walked over, she had an attitude. We tried to be friendly, as to not add fuel to the fire, but we were continually met with short responses and sour looks. She really ruined the experience! I'd like to think she was having a bad day, but I've ready reviews on other sites that specifically mention her by name."
    Dined on 2/22/2014
  • "The wait staff was responsive but not overbearing. The food was excellent. The salmon with asparagus was among the best dishes I've had recently."
    Dined on 2/21/2014
  • "Enjoyed our evening. Very neat design and environment. Four of us went with the tapas style dishes and none disappointed. The steaks seemed a little pricey, on par with places like Ruth's Chris, Myron's, etc. However, we didn't try them so can't say if they compare. Nice selection of Texas craft beers and a solid wine list. Knowledgeable server. Little loud, but part of the ambiance, so it wasn't bothersome."
    Dined on 2/21/2014
  • "We eat out several times a week and are always on the look out for new experiences. First time here and boy were we blown away by the great service, great tasting food, excellent wines and even better service. Definitely will add this resturant to our must return frequently list. Will bring along friends."
    Dined on 2/17/2014
  • "We've been here a handful of times. Nestled among several "foodie" eateries, TBH has heavy competition. However, they stand up to the challenge. Atmosphere is a mix of industrial & rustic. Food here is better than one would assume from the ambiance. I think the steaks at TBH are amongst the best in San Antonio: always perfectly charred on the outside, warm tasty and juicy on the inside. Sides are wonderful and unique, but a bit too small (esp. for the price). Wine list is impressive, with offerings to satisfy every palate and wallet. Staff are prompt, friendly, and knowledgeable. If you're unsure about the wines, ask for a sample and they'll gladly pour you a couple. Prices are a bit high, but haven't scared us off. OVERALL: EXCELLENT."
    Dined on 1/25/2014
  • "The only positive things to say is that the building is amazing and it's located right across from a really amazing restaurant that caught our attention and looking forward to eating there soon."
    Dined on 2/15/2014
  • "I was super excited because I had heard wonderful things about the Sunday Boiler House Brunch. Our experience however, was anything but. As we waited for our party to arrive on time for our eleven o'clock reservation, we watched walk up diners as they were seated in the lovely window tables. When our full party had arrived we were shown to our reserved table, in the back, under the stairs and next to not only the bathroom but the service end of the bar. The server seemed to care less about our table and had to be waived down any time we needed something. Both my husband and I were served cold poached eggs. Then upon the redo our poached eggs were overdone and hard boiled. Benefit of the doubt: maybe the egg poacher called in ill."
    Dined on 2/16/2014
  • "We had a great Valentine's Dinner at the Boiler House. We had the pre-fixe Valentines meal and all courses were great. The duck meatballs were fabulous. The dessert special of puff pastry and whipped Nutella and macerated strawberries was great. We look forward to coming back and just having some small plates to try all the different food options. The only have wine and beer, but lots of options."
    Dined on 2/14/2014
  • "This was our first bad experience at Boiler House. Loved the bar, but the servers and kitchen were overwhelmed. We waited a long time for our server to approach the table, and when we were finally able to order, the food entree came out before the salad. They gave us complimentary wine while we waited, but it didn't ease the pain! We eat out a lot and are usually pretty forgiving, but this time it was unforgiveable. They should have been prepared for a lot of people."
    Dined on 2/15/2014
  • "Went to The Boiler House to celebrate Valentine's Day with my girlfriend and everything was spectacular. Great wine, delicious food and just the right amount of attentiveness from our waitress, who was very helpful in our menu selection. Highly recommend this restaurant to everyone."
    Dined on 2/14/2014
  • "Management and wait staff excellent. Disappointed in the food."
    Dined on 2/14/2014
  • "Service was prompt even though it was Valentine's Day and it was very busy. Food was great. The server was perfect - attentive but not obtrusive. Wine and water glasses were kept filled quietly. Just a wonderful overall experience. Will definitely go back."
    Dined on 2/14/2014
  • "The food was good, but felt it was way overpriced."
    Dined on 2/14/2014
  • "we def enjoyin a lunch date at the boiler house. we order the specials and the burgers were outstanding & very flavorful! we will def be going to enjoy lunch again soon. The wait staff was very helpful and explained any questions that needed answering."
    Dined on 2/14/2014
  • "Poor service, empty glasses, late appetizers and raw food. I would expect a more professional and attentive wait staff considering the prices. Spend your money wisely and pick another restaurant."
    Dined on 2/8/2014
  • "cold food, small portions, expensive, instant mashed potatoes"
    Dined on 2/8/2014
  • "Could not have been more pleased. Our server was so friendly and helpful. The food was outstanding and wine delicious! Will definitely return and recommend!"
    Dined on 2/7/2014
  • "We had a good time but the food choices are so slim, then when we decided what we wanted they were out of 2 of the main things we had picked. I would just think that with such a limited menu that everything would be kept in large quantities since they were main courses! Food was very over expensive for such small portions."
    Dined on 2/1/2014
  • "Took a couple of friends from out of town. Fabulous experience from the time we walked In the door! Great conversation without having to yell. Food was glorious and we had a great time sharing. Wait staff AWESOME! Music (Vocalist with guitar) playing just what we like to hear. Only drawback was a slight odor of cleaning fluid at our table near the kitchen door."
    Dined on 1/27/2014
  • "I had an opportunity to try this restaurant in the (relatively) new redeveloped Pearl Brewery shopping/dining area. I was in town for a week-long conference and wanted to get away for a nice dinner with a senior executive. The Boiler House fit the bill perfectly as we could visit and have a nice meal with a good range of choices. I will return next time I'm in town."
    Dined on 1/27/2014
  • "Our server Megan provided exceptional service and all her recommendations were outstanding. Bison tartar and quail powers were crazy good, and the pork belly and mussels were close behind. Can't wait to go again."
    Dined on 1/31/2014
  • "Enjoyed the menu choices and a good date night with the hubby. We will be back to check out other menu items. The Texas beer selections were worth trying."
    Dined on 1/25/2014
  • "I took my husband to dinner at the Boiler House for a special night. It was fantastic. Rachel was an exceptional server. She was sweet and took her time to explain the menu to us. We had the fish dish for 2 as our main entree......WOW! They also have live music. We enjoyed our night and will be back again and again....."
    Dined on 1/18/2014
  • "Service was marginal...not very attentive. At one point one of other servers asked us what we were waiting for ...we replied...our dessert. Food was warm and very creative...however $549 for 5 ppl is allittle pricey for the service we received. My husband is a beef/ steak foodie and his steak was horribly seasoned."
    Dined on 1/17/2014
  • "We went to boiler house looking for a nice place for dinner with friends. Without asking us, they sat us right in front of the band. We couldn't even talk! And the waitress was less than pleasant. She wouldn't make any suggestions about wine or food and she would pick up food before we were finished. The food was good, but they have lots of competition in the pearl for good food. Ambience and service were definitely lacking."
    Dined on 1/17/2014
  • "Perfect dinner on our 31st marriage anniversary. The bone marrow was my favorite!"
    Dined on 1/16/2014
  • "The Boiler House has become my favorite spot at the Pearl. Great atmosphere, awesome beer selection and I've had great food at both brunch and dinner. It comfortable but looks great inside - lighting is amazing at night."
    Dined on 1/11/2014
  • "We are great lovers of good steak and have frequented most of the top rated establishments in Texas, Chicago and Canada. This was our first time at Boiler House and it most definitely will not be our last. My husband ordered the Filet and believes it to be about the best he's ever enjoyed. My ribeye was surprisingly lean for that particular cut and I enjoyed it equally. The sides are great, the service was attentive and friendly. The only thing I would change is that we were seated at a bar stool style table...next time I'll request a more comfortable seating. Kudos to the kitchen and staff. We've found a new favorite dinner spot."
    Dined on 1/1/2014
  • "We went out to relax, talk & have good food & it was the perfect place for that!"
    Dined on 1/8/2014
  • "Made a reservation for a table of 6 via OpenTable for New Year's Day. Arrived and was greeted at the hostess stand with a less-than-enthusiastic welcome. I stated that we had a reservation for 6 and the hostess mumbled something about not checking or receiving OpenTable reservations. I asked if it would be a problem and she said she would check on it (despite the reservation being confirmed). She came back and said they could put together some tables for us in a little bit and to wait at the bar. We walk up to the bar and...no service. We sat at the bar for a few minutes before I went to the server talking to other waitstaff to order a round of drinks. Brunch and food was ok but the servers obviously didn't want to be there."
    Dined on 1/1/2014
  • "We went for Sunday brunch and the server recommended the Bacon Benedict. The eggs had absolutely no flavor....pretty amazing since our guests that had hangover hash said their food was really spicy. I certainly didn't want spicy (the potatoes that came with the eggs were), but flavor is definately a requirement. Another guest had really soggy flatbread.....and again no flavor. I always enjoy finding new restaurants to take guests to when in from out of town, but the Boiler House will not be one of them."
    Dined on 12/29/2013
  • "To the food, but my venison was burnt on the outside and chewy and grizzly."
    Dined on 12/27/2013
  • "This was our first time to visit, on Christmas Eve. We sat too close to the musicians, so we could not hear our conversation some times. However the food and wine were great. Probably would not return based on price, though."
    Dined on 12/24/2013
  • "Sat in the lobby for 25 minutes after my reservation time without any communication from the hostess about why we were still waiting. Finally gave up and sat at the bar and had a wonderful bartender Kelly take care of us the rest of the night. There are lots of good places to eat at the Pearl, nt sure I will go back here unless it's to sit in the bar."
    Dined on 12/21/2013
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  • Easter Brunch & Dinner Reservations
    Sunday, April 20, 2014›
    Celebrate Easter at Boiler House with our Bubbles Brunch and special dishes like the Caballero Ranchero Grilled Cheese, Wagyu Hanger Steak Benedict & Lobster Carbonara Pot Pie
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Diners' Choice Awards
  • San Antonio Winners
  • American
  • Hot Spot
  • Notable Wine List
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  • American
  • Hot Spot
  • Notable Wine List
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The restaurant incorporates various private dining areas suitable for private or corporate functions and an expansive … outdoor patio area where guests can enjoy dining alfresco. Continued
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