Battalion

Name: Battalion
Address: 604 S. Alamo St., San Antonio, TX, United States, 78205
Telephone: (210) 816-0088
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.6

4.6

3546 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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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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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Sep 28, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 33 times today

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
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
Website
http://www.Battalionsa.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Owned/operated by
LGBTQ+
Executive chef
Joshua Davis

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

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

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3,546 Reviews

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carlc
Salt Lake City
36 reviews
vip
5.0
36 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Beyond excellent! Will definitely be back!!! Wait staff is impeccable
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience3
While the food was amazing and the restaurant looked awesome. It was very hot upstairs and made it kind of uncomfortable. The server was perfect!
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OpenTable Diner
Greater Boston
21 reviews
vip
4.0
21 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall4food4service4ambience4
Spinach dumplings were delicious. Fettuccine was lukewarm and was a little disappointing Pork chop should Be described as smothered in a sauce, wish i knew but it was cooked perfectly but way to much sauce all over it
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LarryD
Miami
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
As always, Battalion came through. Excellent food., service and hip, cool ambiance.
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OpenTable Diner
San Antonio
3 reviews
vip
2.0
3 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall2food3service2ambience4
Least kid friendly restaurant we’ve ever been to. No high chairs or booster seats available for our toddler and hostesses appeared irritated that our group had a child in attendance. We arrived right at opening at 5:00 pm and although there were no other guests in the restaurant, we were initially stuck upstairs next to the kitchen where it was very hot. When we asked to be moved downstairs where it was cooler, that also appeared to be an annoyance. While food quality is average to good, our bill wound up being over $300 for an experience that each person in our party would have enjoyed much more at many other restaurant options.
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AlisonR
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
This place is amazing. The old fire house and the preservation of the original building was brilliantly designed. The food was so delicious. The menu options pleased a husband that is prone to visiting steakhouses. The staff was knowledgeable and friendly. The drinks were excellent. All in all this experience contributed to a successful date night.
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OpenTable Diner
San Antonio
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was amazing and the spinach dumplings are a must have!
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SteveL
San Antonio
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on September 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything is great... and I mean everything. You can't go wrong with Battalion.
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Roger
New York Area
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on September 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Awesome service by Julia, our waitress. Phenomenal food.
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EnriqueB
San Antonio
55 reviews
vip
3.0
55 reviews
Dined on September 6, 2023
overall3food2service4ambience4
Food did not have flavor.. chef tries hard to create a food and impress the guest but apparently it was not working ..We have ordered Ny Steak, Pasta, Beets Pasta, cauliflower side .. non of them has really woww or this is good food impression .. you cook better at home believe me .. yes I am picky in terms of my food.. by the way , we end up going to our favorite restaurant for dessert and final drinks bc it was our wedding anniversary.. and I did not want to ruin it ..
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LanceD
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 2, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
First time. Food was top of the Line. Everything was great. Absolutely no negative comments. It was a dinner with my wife and daughter for our anniversary. 35 years married, Battalion was beyond what was expected. The best in SA. If you haven’t been there you need to go. The food is outstanding. I can’t say enough good things about them, you to go and see for yourself.
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AdamB
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 2, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
What a pleasant surprise and an amazing experience. We got the flavor and ambiance of a $300 meal for half the price ... absolutely incredible value. We should have splurged and gotten a bigger, better bottle of wine. Don't hold back when you go to Battalion ... go all out and you will be treated right!!
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OpenTable Diner
Austin
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on September 1, 2023
overall2food2service4ambience3
Food was not great. Undercooked pasta but decent service.
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DoctorL
San Antonio
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 1, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Excellent food and and interesting food and drink menu. There are plenty of choices for lacto/ovo vegetarians. The service was also very good.
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Brian
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on August 29, 2023
overall4food3service4ambience4
Good restaurant, I've really enjoyed the menu options in the past but this night it just wasn't doing it for me. I'd still go back and recommend to friends to try
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OpenTable Diner
San Antonio
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on August 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fabulous restaurant, food was amazing, service was outstanding. Beautiful old building and parking next door made it an easy trip downtown for a great meal.
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KentS
San Antonio
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on August 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Battalion is a consistently good restaurant with good food and service. The prices are reasonable. It is a loud restaurant with lots of hustle and bustle not a great place for quite conversation. Sometimes that’s what you need.
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BarberFan
Austin
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on August 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Really cool place with excellent options for drinks and dinner. Adam made the whole experience wonderful. Be sure to get the bread service. Pasta is incredible. Meatball appetizer was tasty and our steaks were cooked perfectly.
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Diner
San Antonio
2 reviews
vip
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 26, 2023
overall3food4service4ambience3
Food and service good. Speed of service from kitchen very slow. Although food and service are quite good the perception of value for the pricy ala cart menu is simply not there. Noise level extremely high. Hard to even hear server unless shouting.
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ChadG
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 25, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
Really cool experience. The bread was amazing and the service was exceptional.
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OpenTable Diner
San Antonio
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 24, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience3
We much enjoyed the mushroom lasagne. Dessert review: I’m generally not a fan of tira misu as most are commonly just fluff but theirs is very good. The raspberry tart was also very good. I was quite disappointed by their version of pistachio panna cotta that had an atypical texture and was really *SALTY* without any menu warning on the menu. Sorry, but this salt and chopped nuts on every dessert craze has gotten out of hand. Our server was excellent. The seating host was odd by making a guessing game out of where we could be seated. The first table offered was right next to the kitchen and busy wait staff stand when there were multiple other more favorable ones open. Asked for window corner table - no can do. Noise level is insane to the point that we could barely hear our server. The building and interior design is very cool.
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stillfoxey
San Antonio
8 reviews
4.0
8 reviews
Dined on August 23, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience4
Located in an old fire house, The Battalion is unique in it's location. Parking is very close, but expensive. The service by Adam was excellent. The menu is a little confusing, but a prefix menu is offered which we chose. The food is very good and large portions. There are lots of drink options. My husband and I enjoyed our evening, but because of the high noise level, we will probably not return. I don't like to have to shout during dinner. Might be great for the younger crowd.
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Sita
San Antonio
8 reviews
vip
4.0
8 reviews
Dined on August 21, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
It was an enjoyable meal overall and less busy than usual which gave it a nicer ambience. There was just one problem: we asked if the branzino would be served filleted? and the waiter said yes. But the chef cooked it whole so it was given to us whole with the bones! The flavor was good but they should know for sure how each dish is cooked and served.
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Zephy
Las Vegas
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 20, 2023
overall4food5service3ambience4
Service was a bit slow, but still a good experience.
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RubenM
Exclusive
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on August 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
First time visit. Will definitely not be the last. The food and service were great.
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ACSVisitor
Austin
17 reviews
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on August 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fun menu, most attentive service, food well presented and delicious
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Bailey
San Antonio
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
I, after a long day, sometimes, have lower back trouble when sitting in restaurant chairs but such wasn't the case there. Maybe I was just having a good day though. What I can say for sure is the food was great (review the menu online before going), the drinks were great, and I think the value was there. My gf agrees. I would go back for sure. Good place for date night.
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KurtWied
San Antonio
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on August 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
The food was really good. The vibe was a bit different. Not bad, just not what I was expecting for a nice Italian restaurant.
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MBononcini
San Antonio
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 16, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
The marina sauce on the chicken park was amazing. Brussel sprouts were dry, not enough sauce. Overall great options and drink menu.
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MikeM
San Antonio
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was outstanding and the service was perfect!
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BrittanyC
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food, drinks, and service. On the pricey side but well worth it.
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OpenTable Diner
San Antonio
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on August 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The restaurant is beautiful and I can’t wait to go back! The food was amazing and I highly recommend the Eggplant Parmesan! Aperitif o with the Luxardo Liquer was perfect! Our waiter Maika was outstanding!
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DoverSole
San Antonio
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had an exceptional waiter, very good, attentive, friendly, knowledgeable. Except for few free parking options, I would like to return. I liked the ambiance and the decor.
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ScottJ
Denver
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 2, 2023
overall3food2service4ambience4
Steak (cooked medium rare) was dry, pork chop was flavorless as were green beans.
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DanielT
San Antonio
12 reviews
4.0
12 reviews
Dined on August 2, 2023
overall4food3service4ambience3
Fantastic venue but very noisy. Overall food was good, menu interesting. My pork chop was tender and tasty but very dry. Eggplant and chicken parmesan were reportedly extremely good. Bar was good, but for an Italian restaurant not to have Grappa???
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OpenTable Diner
Dallas
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on July 29, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and cocktails! Everything was *chefs kiss* and the server gave great recommendations. Can’t wait to go back.
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We always have a fantastic experience at Battalion, the food is perfect and the staff is wonderful.
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AndrewN
Los Angeles
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food, loved that we could see it being prepared from our seats. Probably the most authentic Italian food I’ve had outside of Italy
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OpenTable Diner
Phoenix
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Found this place because the Riverwalk was too crowded. I’m not usually into Italian food but this place was delicious. Get the lamb chop’s and you won’t be disappointed. Excellent customer service and friendly waiter. A bit pricey but to be expected for the quality of the food and the dining experience.
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LaurieR
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on July 21, 2023
overall4food3service5ambience5
It was an alright experience. Everything was good except the pasta was hard-ish.
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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 4.6 stars by 3546 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Sep 28, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 33 times today

Order delivery or takeout

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
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

Website
http://www.Battalionsa.com/
Phone number
(210) 816-0088

Battalion

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Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

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How is Battalion restaurant rated?

Is Battalion currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

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