Best Restaurants that are Worth The Drive in San Antonio

12 restaurants available nearby

1. Supper

4.6

Exceptional(3182)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Booked 40 times today

Being welcomed for a good meal is a true hallmark of genial South Texas hospitality. Matched with Hotel Emma’s distinctive historical ambiance and modern allure, Supper offers the promise of American cookery and graceful service at any time of day.

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2. Best Quality Daughter

4.8

Exceptional(525)

Price: Moderate

• Unspecified • Downtown

Booked 72 times today

Best Quality Daughter houses a vibrant, chic décor and new, unique Asian-American menu. In 2018, chef Jennifer Hwa Dobbertin, wanting to address the sparsity of Asian-American female chefs in South Texas, developed a new concept through a series of pop-up dinners called Best Quality Daughter with fellow chef Anne Ng and artist Jennifer Ling Datchuk. Today Best Quality Daughter is located in the historic Mueller House at the Pearl Brewery. Curated by chef Jennifer Hwa Dobbertin, Best Quality Daughter's menu takes inspiration from her travels and the comfort food of her youth as a second-generation Chinese-American.

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3. Southerleigh Fine Food & Brewery

4.8

Exceptional(3117)

Price: Moderate

• Southern • Downtown

Booked 52 times today

Southerleigh Fine Food & Brewery, helmed by San Antonio Chef Jeff Balfour, brings a modern take on Texas' cross-cultural cuisine to Pearl. Influenced by the coastal classics of Chef Balfour's upbringing in Galveston married with the comfort of southern cuisine, Southerleigh boasts a curated, seasonally shifting menu that reflects Chef Jeff Balfour's innovative craftsmanship. Southerleigh houses a custom-manufactured brewery designed by Portland Kettle Works and brings brewing back to Pearl offering 15 different beers on tap. Southerleigh is located at 136 East Grayson, Suite 120, on the ground floor in the historic Pearl brewhouse.

4. Nicosi

4.9

Exceptional(64)

Price: Very Expensive

• Dessert • Downtown

Booked 13 times today

Submerse yourself in a dessert bar that will challenge your expectations by embracing acid, sweet, bitter, and savory all while extracting the nuances that truly makes them unique. Located at The Pearl, Nicosi only has only 20 seats that hug the kitchen, fostering one on one dialogue with the chefs. To best accomodate your experience, reservations are required. We are offer 2 seating times per night: 5:30 and 8:00. Chef Tavel Bristol-Joseph and Chef de Cuisine Karla Espinosa will guide an intimate journey through every dish, its ingredients, what makes it special and why it has been chosen for the evening. We offer wine and cocktail pairings or non-alcoholic beverage pairings for each course. Because Nicosi is about delighting in the present, we have a no phone/photography policy and the menu will be revealed as you dine. We are able to accommodate most dietary aversions and special requests with 24 hour notice. Please allow 90 minutes for your visit. Guests 16 and up, please.

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5. Ida Claire - San Antonio

4.6

Exceptional(2509)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Southern • Alamo Heights

Booked 96 times today

Ida Claire is a funky, southern influenced restaurant & bar open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The food is notched up southern but has influences from different regions. You’ll most likely see dishes you’ve heard of before but with little twists here and there. Our sandwiches will be served on biscuits & we’ll have chicken & waffles on every menu. Brunch is obviously southern & will be a big part of what we do. The drinks are takes on classics like the Mint Julep but revved up & including a lot of house made ingredients.

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6. Dorrego's @ Hotel Valencia Riverwalk

4.2

Awesome(1225)

Price: Expensive

• Argentinean • Downtown

Booked 7 times today

Dorrego’s, is named for the famed Plaza Dorrego, a public square located in the historic San Telmo neighborhood in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Hotel Valencia Riverwalk draws inspiration from the rich culinary heritage of Argentina. He carries a rich history of many hotels and restaurants that brings a diverse culinary experience to our table. An extensive wine list will be a focal point for diners. The restaurant’s décor reflects the Spanish Colonial design and architectural heritage of Argentina, with a touch of Parisian bistro panache. Dorrego’s also features a new restaurant bar, and the welcoming space is ideal for gathering and lingering. Dorrego’s appealing terrace features additional seating topped with comfortable Spanish/Mediterranean-style cushions. The terrace features numerous planter pots, which blend the space into its tranquil River Walk setting.

7. Pharm Table

4.7

Exceptional(107)

Price: Expensive

• Farm-to-table • Downtown

Booked 11 times today

Southtown restaurant featuring globally inspired food, locally sourced ingredients, a spice library, botanical cocktails, and natural wines. At Pharm Table there is a seat for everyone; we can accommodate food preferences and allergies as our kitchen is gluten and dairy free. We feature regeneratively-farmed meats, as well as a large selection of vegetarian dishes.*We love large parties! We offer ala carte menu options for groups eight and under. Groups larger than eight can enjoy our "Rasas" experience, a family-style, chef-curated menu that reflects the ethos of our kitchen. Email support@pharmtable.com to book a table.*We validate parking for up to 90 minutes * We kindly ask for no more than two credit cards payments per reservation.*Table reservations for 5 or less are held for 1.5 hours unless you submit a request prior to arriving.

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8. Leche de Tigre Cebicheria Peruana

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4.8

Exceptional(25)

Price: Expensive

• Peruvian • Downtown

Booked 38 times today

*2024 Michelin Recommended* - Leche de Tigre is a cebichería and pisco bar with an authentic Peruvian essence. We invite you to a party of flavors and culture. A cebiche bar is a gastronomic experience in which the cook prepares different ceviches in front of the diners using fresh products while sharing information and part of the process. Pisco is a Peruvian drink with a designation of origin, the drink is made from the grape brandy obtained from the distillation of the fermentation of grape must.

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9. Morton's The Steakhouse - San Antonio

4.5

Awesome(2091)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown

Booked 13 times today

Morton's The Steakhouse in San Antonio is worth the drive for its top-notch service and high-quality food. The place is often praised for its special ambiance and exceptional staff, with one reviewer saying, 'Stephen was very attentive and we felt spoiled.' Another review mentions the house specialty, a 24 ounce porterhouse, as 'absolutely delicious and well worth the price.' With consistent high ratings in food, service, and ambiance, it's no wonder Morton's is a go-to spot for special occasions and quality dining experiences.

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10. Sugar Factory - San Antonio

3.5

Very Good(500)

Price: Expensive

• American • Downtown

Booked 9 times today

Sugar Factory American Brasserie, America’s favorite eatery and celebrity hotspot – known for its over-the-top dishes, sweets and treats – has opened its second Texas location in San Antonio. The world-famous, family-friendly, high-energy celebration destination is located on the popular River Walk at 849 E Commerce St, unit 109. “For over a decade, Sugar Factory has delighted guests of all ages with our internationally recognized fun, high energy brand delivering memorable experiences in a family-friendly atmosphere. We are excited to introduce San Antonio to our signature desserts, savory dishes, beautiful photo op walls, and friendly staff,

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Michelle
San Antonio •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Food and drinks are always amazing. The service is always fast and friendly. One of my favorite S.A. restaurants.
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Ida Claire - San AntonioPrice: Moderate• Contemporary Southern• Alamo Heights
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4.6
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Dennis
New York City •10 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
In memory of Eddie, the previous matte ‘d. His spirit lives on and our server, Mikaela was attentive, bubbly, cheerful and engaging. She looked after my twin 14 girls who birthday we have celebrated at this Maggiano’s for the past 8 years. Please thank her for making our night to enjoyable.
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Maggiano's - San AntonioPrice: Moderate• Italian• Northwest
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4.7
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Debbie
San Antonio •5 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jan 2, 2025
We enjoyed a delicious craft cocktail at the bar before dinner. Dinner was excellent! We enjoyed/shared crab cakes, shrimp andouille, brussel sprouts, and mushroom side dishes; excellent flavors and our combination of dishes enhanced our dining experience! The service was excellent by all who took care of our beverage and dining needs... thank-you! We will certainly return and highly recommend for others to experience. We stayed at the Kendall Inn that was absolutely lovely located right next door.
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Peggy's on the GreenPrice: Very Expensive• American• Boerne
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4.4
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Patricia
Nebraska •4 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jan 2, 2025
We celebrated two birthdays, and Paul made our experience the best!! Paul was so friendly, the best host/server. We each ordered a different meal and they were all delicious. And you can’t go wrong with the location, the Emma Hotel on the Riverwalk! Thank you for a memorable afternoon.
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SupperPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Downtown
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4.6
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Deborah
Nashville •7 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 29, 2024
First time in the city and the restaurant. I chose Pharm on a whim because of their attention to allergies. They surpassed any expectations. I would be dining here every week if we lived in San Antonio. A wonderful alternative to steakhouses.
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Pharm TablePrice: Expensive• Farm-to-table• Downtown
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4.7

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12 restaurants available nearby

1. Supper

2. Best Quality Daughter

3. Southerleigh Fine Food & Brewery

4. Nicosi

5. Ida Claire - San Antonio

6. Dorrego's @ Hotel Valencia Riverwalk

7. Pharm Table

8. Leche de Tigre Cebicheria Peruana

9. Morton's The Steakhouse - San Antonio

10. Sugar Factory - San Antonio

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