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Diners' Choice: Innovative restaurants in San Antonio

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Updated January 05, 2025

Looking for the best restaurants that are fit for foodies in San Antonio? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!


A photo of Savor The Culinary Institute of America restaurant
4.9
4.9 (1408)
$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!

Top review
EnjoulineVIP
Dined 3 days ago
This is always the best experience from the service to the food, everything is amazing. Fabian is an amazing host and makes every customer feel like family.
A photo of Best Quality Daughter restaurant
4.9
4.9 (532)
$30 and under
Unspecified
Downtown
About the restaurant
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.
Top review
Robert
Dined on Jan 13, 2025
Great food. We have never been disappointed when dining here.
A photo of Nicosi restaurant
4.9
4.9 (69)
$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.

Top review
Gayeong
Dined 5 days ago
Just checked out NICOSI in San Antonio, and wow—hands down the best food I've had in the U.S. It wasn’t cheap (we spent around $300), but it was totally worth it. We went for the 3-course chef's choice, and now I see why this new spot got a mention in the Michelin Guide. No photos allowed, but trust me, it's worth it, worth it, worth it....
A photo of Ladino restaurant
4.8
4.8 (1019)
$31 to $50
Mediterranean
Downtown
About the restaurant
Located in the Historic Pearl, Ladino is a modern Mediterranean grill house celebrating all the cultures and cuisines of the Mediterranean region. Ladino features fresh-made pita from a wood-burning oven, an abundance of dips and small plates, and entrees from the 'mangal' - regional specialties cooked on a live-fire, charcoal grill. Desserts are inspired by the sweet and savory staples of the region with a modern touch, and the beverage program highlights the area's wines and spirits.

2024 Michelin Bib Gourmand

Top review
Rob
Dined 2 days ago
Great place to sample Turkish inspired cuisine. Best experience in San Antonio.
A photo of Paladar Fusion Mexico Cuba restaurant
4.8
4.8 (34)
$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.

Top review
AndreaVIP
Dined 3 days ago
Excellent food, service, attention to detail. Went for restaurant week. The empanadas were good, the juevos Paladar excellent and the guava pastry, out of this world
A photo of Pharm Table restaurant
4.7
4.7 (112)
$31 to $50
Farm-to-table
Downtown
About the restaurant
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.

Top review
Mary KayVIP
Dined 3 days ago
The most delicious and healthy food! I love this restaurant so much. What a cool place!
A photo of Cured restaurant
4.6
4.6 (1870)
$31 to $50
Farm-to-table
Downtown
About the restaurant
Cured – The gastro-pub style restaurant, in the heart of the Pearl District of San Antonio, TX. Cured is endowed with a name that celebrates Chef Steve McHugh's successful battle against cancer, as well as the artisanal cured meats that are the cornerstone of his menu. The three-time James Beard Award finalist began his culinary journey on a small farm in Wisconsin and a vibrant decade in New Orleans. This position eventually led him to San Antonio where, with a new lease on life after beating lymphoma, he ventured out on his own to open Cured. McHugh's gastronomic foundation relies on the purity of natural regional ingredients and the hands-on unadultured methods that enhanced his own healing process. This from-scratch focus finds its way to seasonally dynamic menus of cured delicacies from the charcuterie to pickles.
Top review
Adrienne
Dined on Jan 9, 2025
We celebrated a friend’s birthday at Cured. The event was very memorable as this was his first time there. The service was excellent and the Pan Seared Scallops were melting in my mouth. He had the Red Fish Pecan and was pleased with his dinner. He was presented with a candle lit birthday treat, which was a nice touch. We shall return again.
A photo of Isidore restaurant
4.6
4.6 (104)
$50 and over
Farm-to-table
Downtown
About the restaurant
Join us for dinner, as we showcase the bounty of Texas. This ever-changing menu will highlight the best of the season and work closely to reflect the treasures within the market. Isidore will have a robust wine list and intimate décor, making it the perfect space to celebrate.
Top review
Josh
Dined 4 days ago
A quiet Thursday night for dinner. The food was great, and the ambiance was very nice. The open kitchen made for a fun experience. I will be back.
A photo of P.F. Chang's - La Cantera restaurant
4.5
4.5 (155)
$30 and under
Chinese
La Cantera
About the restaurant
We are an Asian & Chinese restaurant offering dine-in, takeout, to-go, delivery, and catering. Make a reservation online to dine in. Order Asian and Chinese food delivery, takeout, and catering online or through the P.F. Chang's mobile app. Let us cater the perfect feast for you - corporate office catering menus are also available. P.F. Chang's offers a variety of signature Asian, Thai, Korean, Japanese, Mongolian, and Chinese food dishes including Chicken Lettuce Wraps, Chicken Pad Thai, Signature Lo Mein, Fried Rice, Mongolian Beef, Chang's Spicy Chicken, and Pork and Shrimp Dumplings. Order online for sushi delivery and takeout. Many gluten-free and vegetarian menu items are available. Try our seasonal cocktails and seasonal menu items.
Top review
MELISSA
Dined on Dec 24, 2024
Great everytime and the service is always excellent 👏
A photo of Rock & Brews - San Antonio restaurant
4.5
4.5 (18)
$30 and under
American
North Central
About the restaurant
We have it all! American food, craft beers, signature cocktails, large parties and private dining space, live music, catering, live sports, dog-friendly patios, and more!

Rock your taste buds with our American inspired menu boasting creative spins on the standards. Our menu items are prepared from scratch using fresh ingredients from the local community. Wash down our culinary creations with one of our 48+ craft beers on tap from local, national, and international breweries or check out our signature cocktails and extensive bourbon and tequila selections!

The restaurant can accommodate sports fanatics and large parties of any size (including family and corporate gatherings, youth sports teams, and rehearsal dinners) in our sizable dining room or on our private patios. The restaurant also features live music, weekday lunch specials, a dog-friendly outdoor patio (ask to see our dog menu), and brunch on the weekends.

Top review
Ron
Dined 3 days ago
Nestled within a bustling complex that houses multiple hotels and restaurants, this place offers convenient parking. It offers a diverse array of entertainment options, including live music and sports, as well as a delightful patio bar. The menu boasts an extensive selection of dishes, ranging from wings and nachos to succulent steak and delectable seafood. The old-fashioned cocktails are served with on-table smoke, adding a touch of charm and sophistication. Despite the restaurant being packed , the service was prompt and efficient, ensuring a smooth dining experience.
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