"Having seen mediocre reviews, we went preparing to rave, because, after all, this is the successor to La Fonda Oak Hills, where we dined for decades. We left with mixed feelings. On arrival, we had to hunt for the host (he was in the kitchen) to be seated. On advising the host that I had made reservations through Open Table, he immediately dissed Open Table and said they are getting rid of it because it is unreliable. I do not believe that is information that should be shared with customers, and had he worked for me, I would have fired him on the spot.
There was a good crowd dining. It was apparent that they were short handed, and our waitperson admitted two had called in. Those remaining ran their tails off and I must compliment them for hard work.
The menu was the same as the Oak Hills spot, though the food was not. It was good, and I take into account that I am relying on fond memory of Oak Hills. I think the chili was a bit thin, but over all, I give it pretty high marks.
This is a big restaurant and will need good crowds to make it fly. I did speak with one of the management before leaving and he agreed that some effort was needed and that they were working on it.
Bottom line is that we will return and recommend it, because it is a treasure for San Antonio if they can meet the standards of the previous owner."See more
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