Diners' Choice: Great for scenic views restaurants in San Antonio

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Updated June 05, 2025

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1011 Bistro

4.9

4.9 (2146)

$31 to $50

Bistro

Kerrville

About the restaurant

Built right on the bank of the Guadalupe River, 1011 Bistro offers the most spectacular view in Kerrville. You will find something in our menu for a special occasion, family gathering, or just kick back with friends and a bottle of wine on our open terrace.

Our menu features some French and American specialties, as well as some Italian classics, with a touch of Texas. Appetizers include our famous Mussels in broth, baked Crab Cakes and crispy Calamari. You can also find salads, pasta dishes, steaks and fish. Did we mention all our desserts are homemade?

Our extensive wine list has something for everyone… California Cabernets and Zinfnadels, Italian Chiantis and Pinot Grigios, Malbecs from Argentina, and Australian Shiraz. Our menu is definitely wine-friendly.

Top review

Jessica

Dined on Jun 25, 2025

Excellent service as always. Great food, if not exactly inventive, and an excellent value. Will return.

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Popular dish

Chilean Sea Bass

Popular dish

Pear and Goat Cheese Salad

Popular dish

Seafood Pasta

Tenfold Rooftop

4.6

4.6 (182)

$31 to $50

Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service

Downtown

About the restaurant

One of San Antonio’s premier rooftop cocktail lounges, Tenfold Rooftop has garnered quite the buzz as an luxury, year-round locale—where every statement it makes packs 10x the punch. The bar’s playful cocktail list highlights tequila and mezcal, offering drinks that range from boozy to frozen to refreshing. Embark on a culinary adventure with Tenfold's exclusive '10x Tour'—a prix fixe menu featuring 10 chef-selected dishes from 10 different regions around the world. This curated experience promises to elevate your dining journey, making it 10x better than the rest.

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LaurenVIP

Dined 6 days ago

Excellent all around. Great cocktail, tasting menu and views.

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Experience

10x Tour

Chart House Restaurant - Tower of the Americas

4.5

4.5 (16741)

$30 and under

Seafood

Downtown

About the restaurant

Chart House is a fine dining restaurant serving seafood & steak and famous for their spectacular views. For more than 50 years, Chart House has redefined the ideal dining experience. With 27 waterfront and showcase locations ranging from the historic to the unforgettable, Chart House restaurants specialize in dazzling views, unique cuisine and exceptional service. From fresh fish specialties to slow-roasted prime rib, the renowned chefs of Chart House have tailored a menu that adds a unique touch to local flavors. And the Chart House happy hour is a guest favorite, where guest favor our signature cocktails and delicious bites you are sure to enjoy. Our original Hot Chocolate Lava Cake is the perfect end to a memorable dining experience at Chart House. Chart House offers the ideal setting for your next event. We would be happy to assist you with all the details of your special occasion.

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Sandra

Dined on Apr 7, 2025

I celebrate my 50th Birthday and was a good experience at the restaurant with a beautiful view, good food and good service. I had in the end a BEAUTIFUL surprise with the waiter who brought me a 🎂 cake and candle saying *Happy Birthday*. Thank you.

Ambler - Texas Kitchen + Cocktails

4.5

4.5 (613)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Downtown

About the restaurant

Inspired by Texas’ deep-rooted history of cattle ranches, Ambler Texas Kitchen + Cocktails serves as a culinary tribute to its beloved Lone Star State.

Ambler, true to its character, is as bold in flavor as it is in design. The restaurant’s subtle masculine-yet-approachable interiors gives way to the bright and cheerful ambiance of San Antonio’s iconic Riverwalk. Offering vibrant flavors and jaw-dropping views 7 days a week for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Ambler is located on the lobby river-level of Hotel Contessa, a 265 all-suite destination property situated on the banks of the San Antonio River at 306 West Market Street. For more information or to make reservations, please visit Ambler online at amblersanantonio.com or call (210) 298-8040.

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Jimmy

Dined on Jun 22, 2025

Great service friendly staff all around the food was great great views

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Popular dish

Cast Iron Goat Cheese Brulée

Popular dish

Ambler Signature Fried Green Tomatoes

Popular dish

Fried Green Tomatoes

In Contrada Vineyard + Kitchen

4.5

4.5 (232)

$31 to $50

Winery

Timberwood Park / Bulverde

About the restaurant

Family owned In Contrada Vineyard, the oldest winery in San Antonio, invites you to visit us! Enjoy an afternoon in the vines while delighting in our house made wines and freshly prepared food.

We offer inside dinning in addition to covered outside seating in the vineyard. Outside you will find gazebos, sun shades, misters and fans. Its really quite nice!

Please make sure to note our Kitchen Hours if you will be dinning with us: Kitchen closes promptly at:
Thursday & Friday- 9pm, Saturday- 8pm . On Sunday the kitchen closes promptly at 5:30 pm.

Our Wine Tasting Hours are:
Thursday 4pm to 10pm
Friday 4pm to 10pm
Saturday 12pm to 10pm
Sunday 12pm to 6pm

No split checks on parties of 6 or more & gratuity is automatically added on parties of 6+

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Mina

Dined on Jun 19, 2025

Great experience! Wonderful service, friendly, consistent, and knowledgeable. The ambiance was beautiful inside and out. It was a beautiful escape! The food was excellent and well priced! Can't wait to go back!

Luz Roja

4.5

4.5 (17)

$30 and under

Mexican

Downtown

About the restaurant

## Luz Roja: A Culinary Fiesta in San Antonio Step into Luz Roja, a vibrant new restaurant in San Antonio, and be transported to a world of culinary delights. Blending traditional Mexican flavors with a contemporary twist, Luz Roja offers a unique dining experience that will tantalize your taste buds. The menu boasts a delectable array of dishes, from classic favorites like fajitas and enchiladas to innovative creations like shrimp relleno and ceviche. Each dish is crafted with fresh, high-quality ingredients, ensuring an explosion of flavor with every bite. The ambiance at Luz Roja is as vibrant as its cuisine. The modern design, with its warm lighting and colorful accents, creates a lively atmosphere perfect for a night out with friends or a romantic dinner. The Riverwalk patio offers stunning views and a relaxing ambiance, making it the ideal spot to enjoy a leisurely meal. Whether you're craving a taste of traditional Mexican cuisine or seeking a modern culinary adventure, Luz Roja has something for everyone. Come experience the vibrant flavors, warm hospitality, and stunning ambiance that make Luz Roja a true gem in San Antonio's culinary scene.

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DanaVIP

Dined on May 25, 2025

Our first time here. Cool setting on the Riverwalk with both inside and patio dining. Enjoyed our food and margaitas very much.

1 Watson

4.3

4.3 (542)

$30 and under

Southwest

Downtown

About the restaurant

Escape the ordinary at 1 Watson, a rooftop oasis 15 floors above San Antonio. Enjoy stunning views of the River Walk, Main Plaza, and San Fernando Cathedral while indulging in modern Southwestern cuisine and expertly crafted cocktails.

Savor Texas-inspired dishes like Smoked Brisket Tacos or The Chicken Tinga Salad, each reflecting the region's culinary heritage with a contemporary twist.

Quench your thirst with a curated selection of craft cocktails. Enjoy refreshing margaritas, the smoky notes of Texas-made bourbon, or vibrant handcrafted gin and tonics. Each drink is designed to enhance the breathtaking views and delicious food.

Step into a sophisticated ambiance with industrial-chic design and modern Texas touches. Relax in plush seating and bask in the warm glow of the fire, making 1 Watson the perfect destination for an unforgettable dining experience.

**Please note after 9:00PM we are 21+, no reservations will be honored after this time to any individuals under 21.

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Luis Felipe

Dined 7 days ago

The view is great and the ambient and the food are great too

Sweetfire Kitchen - La Cantera Resort and Spa

4.0

4 (717)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

La Cantera

About the restaurant

Sweet Fire Kitchen, located on the lobby level of the La Cantera Resort & Spa, features an open-air exhibition style kitchen with a wood fired pizza oven. Guests will enjoy a twist on regional, home-style cuisine along with signature dishes from our fire-roasted oven. The casual dining venue offers indoor seating with spectacular views of the Texas Hill Country and al fresco dining overlooking Plaza San Saba. Whether you're craving an unexpected take on deviled eggs or a classic wood-fired pizza, SweetFire Kitchen guests can have it all. The restaurant also offers a full-service bar with unique craft cocktails, an extensive wine list and draught beers.
SFK is happy to announce our place as a 2024 Open Table Diner's Choice Award Winner.

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Patrick

Dined on Jun 4, 2025

The food was very delicious. We had the blackened redfish with the braised short-ribs the first night. The two shrimp on top of the redfish were very large and the braised short ribs were very tender. The second night we had the shrimp and grits and the double grilled pork chops. Again the food was very delicious. The seating was in the bar area and was rather noisy but we still enjoyed a great dinner.

Alamo Biscuit Company & Panaderia

4.0

4 (6)

$30 and under

Mexican / Southwestern

Downtown

About the restaurant

Cheery, everyday place whipping up Tex-Mex takes on comfort food classics, plus baked goods right on the Riverwalk.

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Joe

Dined on Jun 7, 2025

When my party first arrived the staff were very polite and friendly and when I had to inform them my party is bigger than what I had reserved they were very understanding and were quick to work on a solution for my party. Due to my party being higher than 8 people we did have to sit outside but that was no problem at all because they have fans that helped cool us off, and they also have water mist they can enable to further cool off guest. The food was fantastic and everything looked picture perfect, I plan on returning to try more!

Little Rhein Prost Haus

3.9

3.9 (127)

$30 and under

Beer Garden

Downtown

About the restaurant

Historic Texas Country Icehouse & Premium River Walk Patio

Nestled on the edge of the historic La Villita Village is a very special place, the oldest two story rock building in Bexar county built by Otto Bombach in the mid-19th century. A pleasant surprise to behold! The Prost Haus, German by design but Texas country by application. Admire the museum like spectacle of the interior restaurant and bar architecture and slide outside to the most beautiful patio on the San Antonio River Walk. Live country music radiates as guests indulge in cool Texas brews or hand-crafted colorful cocktails. The menu items are made from scratch daily and offer delicious delicacies from hand pulled giant pretzels, Texas corned beef Reubens, and mouthwatering USDA steaks.

This is the best patio on The San Antonio River Walk to wind down, enjoy Texas country music, and watch the best sunsets in the southern USA.

Prost Y’all!

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Elizabeth

Dined on May 12, 2025

We ate outside and enjoyed the view and music. Service was great!

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