Diners' Choice: Best Value restaurants in San Antonio

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Updated 05 December 2024

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Zanzenberg Tavern

5.0

5 (39)

$30 and under

American

Comfort

About the restaurant

Coming Soon!

Top review

Diana

Dined 2 days ago

What a special place and special people that run it, the ambiance and the overall feel was magical and just so special and the food was phenomenal! Everything about the experience from arrival to our late night exit after a wonderful conversation with the chef and owner that truly made the whole experience 5 star…I so recommend this dining experience!

1011 Bistro

4.8

4.8 (2013)

$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.

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Robert

Dined 4 days ago

We have enjoyed the ambiance, fare and service for several years now.

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Popular dish

Sea Bass

Popular dish

Pear and Goat Cheese Salad

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Seafood Pasta

Savor The Culinary Institute of America

4.9

4.9 (1409)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Downtown

About the restaurant

Located on the campus of The Culinary Institute of America, San Antonio, and nestled in the Pearl, Savor highlights the talents of our CIA students under the supervision of the college’s world class faculty. Experience a meal inspired by ingredients and techniques from around the world. Our dining room and patio are open and reservations are strongly encouraged. Curbside takeout is also available.

All guests are required to wear a mask while indoors—regardless of their vaccination status—except when seated in a dining environment. Thank you for helping to keep our CIA campus community safe!

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Michael

Dined 4 days ago

Let me begin by saying that we have been At Savor at least 5 times before. Obviously, we would not continue to go if we had bad experiences there. Quite the opposite the students and also the professors are extremely helpful. They always know the ingredients, how things were prepared, why they made the choices they made and so forth. The staff is more helpful than any staff at any other restaurant I have ever been at. The food is very creative and the portions are the right sizes. I find that many restaurants try to make it up for average quality with and excessive heaping plate full of food. Now clearly you do not get all this inexpensively. It is not unusual to $100 per person, 4 courses and paired wines.

Nicosi

4.8

4.8 (55)

$50 and over

Dessert

Downtown

About the restaurant

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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TomVIP

Dined 3 days ago

Had a nice experience last night at Nicosi. Very unique experience and my group and I enjoyed it overall. Food courses are top quality, artistically presented and most were delicious. Drink pairing was really nice—even the alcohol-free versions. Not enough to consider this a meal, but more than just a dessert. Main opportunity I found is that the pace of the service was surprisingly fast. No down time at all between courses so the whole experience goes by extremely too fast. I think it was all over in about 30 minutes. Was really expecting it to be slower paced. Nice interaction with staff. Good for splurge.

The Study at Dean’s

4.9

4.9 (19)

$31 to $50

Speakeasy

Downtown

About the restaurant

Study the Classics.

Tucked away in a historic courtyard under century-old live oak trees, find The Study at Dean's. This reservation-only, intimate bar is a cocktail aficionado’s haven, ideal for those who appreciate higher touch ingredients, presentation, and ambiance. Linger over high-end cocktails and small bites in a charming atmosphere with raised banquettes, brass details, and original limestone walls - this is the educated choice for a place to connect and unwind.

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LarryVIP

Dined 2 days ago

The study is an interesting room tucked into the back of a hotel restaurant area. It is quiet, and a great place to enjoy a late night cocktail. The bar menu could use a couple of other items besides little hors d’oeuvre size portions but overall it was what we needed last night a place to sit and talk.

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Experience

New Year's Eve, A Lesson in Libations - Evening

Experience

Study The Classics This Thanksgiving

Gonzales Bistro

4.9

4.9 (239)

$31 to $50

Contemporary French / American

Seguin

About the restaurant

Gonzales Bistro is an upscale restaurant that makes its home near the very heart of Independence square. We are the only restaurant by the square with prime & waygu aged steaks, fresh seafood, New England oysters. The bistro offers a Wine Spectator Magazine award winning wine list, craft cocktails including house made Tiki drinks. Our reputation is based on repeat diner loyalty not marketing.

Gonzales Bistro changes menus often in order to take advantage of local, seasonal products. Chef Parind's food has big flavors & is seasoned assertively, yet is nuanced, complex, and most importantly, balanced.

Come join us and experience big city dining without all the hassles. Gonzales Bistro is a intimate space with an open kitchen, wood ceilings, framed by great black & white pictures from a bygone era while the charming independence square offers free parking, wide open spaces & vistas of historic buildings. Nearby parks, art galleries and shopping define the sophistication of Gonzales.

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Mandy

Dined on 8 Dec 2024

The food at Gonzales Bistro is always absolutely phenomenal! Each dish is a work of art. The Ahi tuna is some of the best I've ever had. The filet mignon is cooked to perfection with just the right amount of seasoning so that you can really taste the flavor of the steak. It’s clear the chefs put a lot of care into their craft. The cocktail menu has a variety of expertly crafted drinks to choose from. The Mexican Martini and Espresso Martinis are personal favorites.

Sidecar at Prince Solms Inn

4.9

4.9 (510)

$30 and under

Tapas / Small Plates

New Braunfels

About the restaurant

"Where craft meets quality. An evening at Sidecar, located in the heart of New Braunfels at the historic Prince Solms Inn, is like stepping back in time. The ambiently lit speakeasy features an extensive whiskey selection, live jazz and fantastic tapas. Whether you're enjoying the live music downstairs or imbibing in one of the private party rooms upstairs, the beauty of the building does not disappoint."

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BrendaVIP

Dined on 14 Dec 2024

Always a great date night at Side Car. Waitress was great and attentive. Piano man created the perfect night

Myron's at Alon Town Center

4.9

4.9 (4652)

$31 to $50

Steak

North San Antonio

About the restaurant

Myron’s Prime Steak House is located in Alon Towne Centre at Northwest Military Highway and Wurzbach Parkway. We are open nightly serving Chicago prime beef, the top 2% of all prime beef in the U.S. A full bar and award winning wine list are available. Owner Bill Been, known to most for his 34 years of restaurant experience In San Antonio, has created a casual but elegant dining experience and invites you to come to Myron's, and enjoy!

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Angel

Dined 5 days ago

Staff and dinner were superb as usual. Christmas decor definitely made the experience another night to remember.

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Popular dish

Ribeye

Popular dish

Double-Cut Pork Chops

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Bone-In Ribeye

SILO 1604

4.9

4.9 (2364)

$31 to $50

American

North San Antonio

About the restaurant

SILO Elevated Cuisine is sure to bring delight to all your senses. Enjoy creative, world-class cuisine served with meticulous attention to detail. Featuring contemporary American classics, prime steaks and seafood in a casual yet elegant dining environment.

Four Private Dining Rooms available for groups ranging in size from 8 to 90 with audio visual provided.

If a more relaxed experience is desired, visit Silo / Nonna Bar where you can sip classic and creative cocktails.

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AshleyVIP

Dined 2 days ago

John & the team out did themselves!! Amazingly delicious meal & drinks! Service 1000/10. That Chilean sea bass was out of this world!!

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Popular dish

Beef Tenderloin

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Signature Chicken Fried Oysters

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Duck Spring Rolls

Paladar Fusion Mexico Cuba

4.8

4.8 (26)

$30 and under

Mexican

Alamo Heights

About the restaurant

Discover a unique dining experience that marries the bold and spicy flavors of Mexican cuisine with the soulful and vibrant tastes of Cuba. Located in Alamo Heights, we offer a menu that celebrates this exciting culinary fusion. Our cozy restaurant, adorned with an elegant tropical decor, provides the perfect setting for enjoying our innovative dishes.

Every dish on our menu is a harmonious blend of two rich culinary traditions. We pride ourselves on using fresh, high-quality ingredients to deliver a memorable dining experience that transports your taste buds to a world where Mexico and Cuba come together.

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MarinaVIP

Dined 4 days ago

The food here is exceptional. Everything is so delicious and fresh.

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