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Battalion, San Antonio, TX
Battalion, San Antonio, TX
Battalion, San Antonio, TX
Battalion, San Antonio, TX
Battalion, San Antonio, TX

Battalion

4.5
4.5
3598 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian
Located at the "Gateway to Southtown," the Historic and Majestic Firehouse #7 is home to Battalion. After a nearly two year renovation, "The Rock" has been restored as the crown jewel of Southtown. Overlooking the spectacular downtown cityscape and the famous Tower of Americas, Battalion's contemporary design merges perfectly alongside the historic building's strong, yet weathered 1920's craftsmanship. Chef Davis has created an extensive menu of fresh pastas, char-grilled meats, stunning vegetable dishes and Italian classics. Complimenting the menu is a comprehensive wine list and a refreshingly original cocktail program.

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2 people

8:30 PM


Booked 37 times today

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (210) 816-0088
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Owned/operated by
    LGBTQ+
  • Executive chef
    Joshua Davis
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Cross street
    Caesar Chavez
  • Parking details
    Parking is available in the lot next door (PAID LOT) Lavaca
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Late Night, Takeout, View, Wine

What 3,598 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

3,598 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    San Antonio

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall2food2service2ambience3
    The food was not that great especially for the price our sever wasn’t very good she never came by to refill my drink and was a little rude we will not be returning

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  2. DavidK

    San Antonio

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great meal and great service. We always enjoy our dinners at Battalion and have recommended the restaurant to several people.

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  3. DennisS

    Hawaii

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our Waiter, Adrian was excellent. His meal recomendations and wine pairing was perfect. The meal was presented beautifully and was awesome. The Beef tartar was outstanding. We are sorry we did not visit before. We will be back.

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  4. MATTD

    San Antonio

    9 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall2food3service1ambience4
    Good food and ambience, but our waiter left a lot to be desired.

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    San Antonio

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious, great cocktails, great wine, excellent service! Will definitely be back.

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  6. AmandaC

    San Antonio

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on November 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Battalion never misses. We are here at least once monthly and have never ever had a bad dish or poor experience.

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  7. laneyh

    Cleveland

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    We enjoyed our meal and service. It is a wonderful place to share plates and have a little bit of everything. The food was amazing and love the idea of the old firehouse. It was pretty dark but we enjoyed everything very much.

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Cancun

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 25, 2023

    overall1food1service4ambience4
    Giving 2 stars just because we got a reservation last minute & our waitress was nice. We were really excited about trying Battalion for our anniversary dinner and the food was so disappointing. The food took 45 mins to come, the pasta was super undercooked/hard. We weren't offered the dessert options. I've always heard great things about this place I don't know what happened. Hopefully they were just having a bad night & it's not always like this because this put a big downer on our anniversary night.

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  9. GailE

    Austin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food, service, atmosphere were excellent. The only downside, we were charged $5 for butter for our bread.

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    San Antonio

    16 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on November 20, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    The food was good but not amazing, maybe it was because of our choices. They ran out of dessert which was a big disappointment! The place is amazing and they put attention to every detail.

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  11. OpenTable Diner

    Dallas

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 20, 2023

    overall3food5service3ambience4
    Our server kept messing up our order he forgot to put in our order before the kitchen closed and when our food came the birthday girls dish was not there due to the fact our server forgot to put it in and he had to convince the kitchen to make it after close. But we did get a free cake which was nice

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  12. ShellyM

    Dallas

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Good variety of offerings. We were encouraged to try family style ordering so we got to taste a lot of things. The spinach dumplings were awesome, and every pasta dish delighted. Could used a few more vegetarian options, but for those who don’t mind a bit of pork in the pasta, the offerings are delicious.

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  13. IsaiahM

    San Antonio

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Decided to try something new for my anniversary dinner with my wife and was not disappointed. The staff, food, and ambience were all great and contributed to a great meal.

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  14. MargaretO

    Atlantic City

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 16, 2023

    overall4food4service3ambience3
    Battalion was recommended while we were in town. Parked across the street and ran into issues with the website to park - you can also text, which is helpful. Since it is an old firehouse, there are many doors, so make sure you go to the right one. Overall staff was pleasant, but not overly friendly; quick to seat, take order, deliver food, but seemed detached/uninterested. Low lighting, cool lamps, chill space. Roomy tables. Beautiful utensils and napkins. Started with bread service - crisp edges, warm, soft center; got with garlic olive oil - hearty serving with numerous pieces of garlic; we ordered burrata with fried capers and oil. Presentation was pretty - but the oil and spice was overpowering for such a delicate cheese. Really took away from the beauty of burrata; bread points served were charred and well seasoned. Would order them by themselves. I got the orecchiette - FLAWLESS. Simple sauce, perfectly seasoned with a undertone of salt from the fennel sausage and spiced with just enough heat that I could not stop eating it. Perfect amount of broccoli, as well. Husband got the pork - you could cut it with a butter knife; tender, flavorful, melted in your mouth; sauce was rich and would have been perfect for mashed potatoes or some of the bread that we had devoured already. Served with some kind of potato - ate on the drier side. Ordered the polenta with mushrooms - lacked flavor, seasoning; very bland. Tiramisu for dessert was perfect; sweet from the cream and bitter from the cocoa powder. Allowed all the hard work that goes into that dessert shine with simple flavors. Cappuccinos were excellent, though did not come with the dessert (we ordered them at the same time) and would have enjoyed it. Would absolutely give this a second, third, and fourth visit.

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  15. GregM

    Houston

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful flavors and reasonable prices! Interesting atmosphere. We went there for our 25th anniversary and were not disappointed.

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  16. OpenTable Diner

    Las Vegas

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We got a variety of things but our favorites were the whipped ricotta bread service, the meatball appetizer and the eggplant Parmesan entree. Would go back again.

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  17. ElaineO

    San Antonio

    4 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 9, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience3
    Great service from Julia!! The food was good, but not great. Pear seasonal salad was very tasty, but could have used more pears and/or bigger pieces or slices vs chunks. The sausage meat in my pasta was very chewy though it had a nice flavor. My daughter's pasta was delicious, but about 1/2 of the size of mine. She ordered an appetizer to fill her up. The tiramisu had a nice chocolate flavor and the mascarpone filling was good, but I couldn't taste any espresso or coffee flavor.

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  18. Whammer

    Chicago

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on November 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful food, great service and excellent ambiance. First time for us and we tried something from every part of the menu. All of the food was so full of flavorful. We will be back.

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  19. slw42

    Atlanta Metro

    14 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on November 5, 2023

    overall1food1service3ambience3
    Nice waiter but food was awful, like an olive garden but worse

    1 person found this helpful

  20. RaymarB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Took my wife there for a birthday date and we enjoyed our time there. Great food, drinks, service, and ambience.

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  21. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My wife and I had an amazing time celebrating our anniversary here. Our server, Charlie L. took care of us amazingly and had the best suggestions

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  22. OpenTable Diner

    Charleston

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 3, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Exceptional dinner for my group of 5, food and drinks delicious, attentive service. Very nice atmosphere. A bit loud but that wasn’t a problem

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  23. GloriaH

    San Antonio

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 2, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience5
    Nice place, bread service was grest. Unfortunately our main meal was not warm when served. Protein portions were a bit large for one person and sides are separate. Pasta portions were big as well for one person. If I were to return it would only be for drinks and appetizers, no pasta or main course.

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  24. RobertS

    Dallas

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 30, 2023

    overall2food1service4ambience4
    Boring Italian food in a cool atmosphere. Food quality does not match the atmosphere or the prices. Seems like they try, but really need to step up the food quality - perhaps take a look at menus of top Italian restaurants in other Texas cities for ideas.

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  25. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Loved it! Great food, waiter was awesome. Perfect place for an anniversary dinner!

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  26. HeidiM

    Portland

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Got a recommendation drom a server at another restaurant who used to work at Battalion. The food was amazing, best meal of our vacation. The manicotto was divine. Loves the bread and whipped ricotta.

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  27. Audreyhep

    Houston

    14 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on October 22, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    The food, service, and ambiance were all equally delightful.

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  28. DianneF

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 21, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience1
    My party tried six dishes , which we shared. Three were good, the other three not so good. To me this is too “hit or miss” to spend my dining out dollar on.

    1 person found this helpful

  29. Jason

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 21, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Everything was enjoyable. I will definitely be returning.

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  30. GregoryL

    San Antonio

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on October 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Very tasty, upbeat atmosphere in an old fire station, good service. I’ll be back.

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  31. Allie

    San Antonio

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very fun experience! Had a great time and the food was wonderful. Will book again in the future.

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  32. OpenTable Diner

    Austin

    4 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on October 18, 2023

    overall2food2service4ambience1
    Menu not what it used to be, and too loud to have a conversation

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  33. Roxy

    Detroit

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on October 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Loved this eclectic restaurant with incredible food and service!

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  34. HenrykM

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 15, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    The eggplant dip was delicious as was the pasta puttanesca and the pork chop. The flavors were rich. The presentation was just right. The pacing was comfortable. The cocktails include imaginative ingredients. The lighting could have been brighter to help enjoy the dinner. Service was friendly.

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  35. agl1

    San Francisco

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on October 15, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Great dinner experience, but it was interesting that kept asking if we were celebrating any special occasion, but not sure why, no glass of champagne or dessert was offered, nor that we need it but would have been appreciated, otherwise no need to ask.

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  36. ckspire

    Chicago

    39 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    39 reviews

    Dined on October 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a great experience here. It's a must whenever I get to San Antonio!

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  37. HappyDiner

    San Antonio

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on October 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Sitting outside was really nice, as it was very loud inside. Food was great. Parking is in a paid lot next door.

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  38. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 14, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    Food was very good. Staff was friendly and attentive. Noise level is pretty high but the atmosphere was interesting and different. We enjoyed the experience overall.

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  39. OpenTable Diner

    San Antonio

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on October 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The place is fabulous. Food is excellent and the waitstaff were great in recommending both food and cocktails that we might have skipped over which turned out to be amazing

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  40. Giova

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent service and food! We would go back to the restaurant for sure. The only thing is the parking. A little hard to find free parking around be ready to pay for parking.

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FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Battalion using the Order Online button. Battalion also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (210) 816-0088.

Battalion is rated 4.5 stars by 3598 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

8:30 PM


Booked 37 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Battalion

604 S. Alamo St., San Antonio, TX 78205

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Caesar Chavez
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Parking is available in the lot next door (PAID LOT) Lavaca
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Owned/operated by
    LGBTQ+
  • Executive chef
    Joshua Davis
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Late Night, Takeout, View, Wine
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