Valentine’s Day Menus and Specials | San Antonio, TX

Visiting San Antonio for Valentine’s Day? Live here and looking for places to go? Where else can you enjoy course after course of great Mexican food or have the option to dine with the sea life at SeaWorld San Antonio in an elegant, intimate setting? February 14, 2011 is coming up quickly! Sign up for email alerts from your favorite restaurants to get coupons and hear about all the specials. I have collected some of my favorites below.

Where:
SeaWorld San Antonio Valentine’s Dinner

What: $150.00 per couple, intimate, romantic Valentine’s buffet dinner adorned with candlelight, music, flowers, sensational food. Watch the gracefulness of stingrays, sharks and other sea life in this unique dining experience around the largest coral reef exhibit in San Antonio.

When: Feb. 13, 6-8pm

Where:
Acenar

What: 3 Course Menu Prix Fixe Menu or A La Carte, menu here

When: Served Feb 11-14

Where:
Outback Steakhouse

What: Dinner for two includes Bloomin’ Onion, two 8oz Outback Special® Sirloins, Side & Signature Salad per person, Cheesecake to share

When: Served Feb 11-14

Where:
Morton’s Steakhouse

What: Steak and Seafood, a special three-course menu for two

When: Served Feb 11-14

Where:
Maggiano’s

What: 4 course meal including dessert and a drink, $79/couple

When: Served Feb 10-14

Where:
Max’s Wine Dive

What: 3 course meal, $49 per person; $69 pp w/ wine pairings

When: Served Valentine’s Day weekend

Where:
Aldaco’s

What: 4 course meal, $45 pp

Where:
Waffle House

What: Romantic, candlelit dinner for two

When: Feb 14

Where:
Choicolates Artisan Chocolate

What: Orange crème and dark chocolate hearts

When: Sunday, Feb. 13th (noon – 5pm); Monday, 14th (10am – 6pm)

Where:
Houlihans

What: $27.95 pp menu

When: Served Feb 11-14

Where: Zinc Bistro and Wine Bar

What: Paella for Two

When: Feb 12-14

Where:
Boudro’s

What: $34 Duet of Beef and Lobster

When: Feb 12-14

Where:
Coco Chocolate Lounge & Bistro

What: 5 course fixed menu for $65

When: Feb. 14

Boardwalk on Bulverde | San Antonio, TX

I visited the Boardwalk on Bulverde (San Antonio’s first mobile food truck park!!) because of a Yelp sponsored event, earlier in the month. I am so glad I went! It was truly an incredible event!

Basically, Boardwalk on Bulverde is a group of gourmet food trucks that park in an empty lot off Bulverde Road (in between 1604 and 410) throughout the week at different times and offer fast food alternatives at reasonable prices. There are picnic tables, a playground for the kids, and areas to walk around with your dogs.

Website: http://www.boardwalkonbulverde.com

Twitter:
http://twitter.com/TheBoardwalkSA

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/TheBoardwalkSA

Hours include: Tue. – Sat. 11am to 3pm, 5pm to 10pm | Sun 11am to 3pm
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Food trucks can be found here, along with their menus, websites, twitter/facebook handles.

Boardwalk on Bulverde - Mobile Gourmet Food Park

Boardwalk on Bulverde - Mobile Gourmet Food Park

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Uncertain Farms Farmers Market

Dady's Duk Truck - @duktruck on Twitter

Dady's Duk Truck - @duktruck on Twitter

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Partners in Crume, Brothers in Real Life - Jake Dady

Dady's Duk Truck - @duktruck on Twitter

G & G Mobile Bistro

My MOST Favorite dish all day! (G & G Mobile Bistro)

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Texas de Brazil San Antonio

I’ve never been one to say no to a GREAT deal so when I heard about Texas de Brazil’s special, I had to check out San Antonio’s newest Brazilian steakhouse.  The San Antonio location just opened for dinner the first time in December 28, 2010.  There are over 15 locations around the US and internationally!

January 2011 Special

Through the month of January 2011, Texas de Brazil is offering dinners the following INCREDIBLE couple’s special at $74 per couple:

  • Dinner for Two, normally $40 each
  • Dessert for Two, (choices included pies below, Papaya ice cream, and decadent creme brulee)
  • Bottle of Wine or Champagne (including delicious Chilean wine)
  • Non-alcoholic beverages (regular ice tea, soda or coffee)

6 of us went and took advantage of this incredible offer.

Texas de Brazil Steakhouse San Antonio, TX

Other Discounts

According to their website, Texas de Brazil also offers:

  • Senior Citizens Discount – 10% off regular dinner price for up to 8 guests.  65 years or older.
  • Military Discount – 15% discount off regular dinner price for military members or veterans, valid up to 8 guests.
  • E-club - sign up here and also get a coupon for 25% off your entire meal!

The Food

We loved the lobster bisque, cheesy bread rolls, incredible meats!  The traditional Brazilian seasoning style that includes covering the meat w/ rock salts while it cooked was used leaving tasty meats.  Some of the meats easily picked up the salt, if the meat is too salty, consider ordering their cooked to order steaks, done to internal preference and with or without salt.

  • Salad area included mixed greens, seasonal veggies, homemade soups, imported cheeses and bread
  • Meats included my favorite (lamb chops), everyone else’s favorite (Picanha – garlic marinated house steak), Brazilian sausage, pork ribs, bacon-wrapped filet mignon, and much more!
  • Desserts included papaya creme, bananas foster pie, chocolate mousse cake (AMAZING!), creme brulee, key lime pie, and many more options.

Parking

Had no trouble parking downtown, one couple used the valet, right next to the restaurant, the other two couples parked in the Travis parking garage next to the Majestic theater and walked less than 2 blocks to dinner.

The Wine

Below also is a picture of the wine aerialist who deftly soared through the winery, flipping around while she retrieved wines, hand picked by the staff and guests.  There was also beautiful rooms for private events as well.

Website: http://www.texasdebrazil.com/

Twitter: http://twitter.com/texasdebrazil

San Antonio Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Texas-de-Brazil-San-Antonio/176878792325203

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Pike’s Place Restaurant

On our way to go horseback riding in Bandera, TX (a.k.a. “Cowboy Capital of the World“), we wanted to enjoy a nice lunch beforehand.  After going through the list of restaurants on the city of chambers’ website, we thought that Pike’s Place sounded fabulous!

We were not disappointed.  A quick 20 minutes outside of 1604, off Bandera Road (behind an antique store, Country Accent Antiques, in Pipe Creek), we were greeted by the owner, Kurt Pike.  We learned that Kurt and his wife, Suzanne (whom we didn’t get a chance to meet yet) had spent a couple months renovating the farm house they fell in love with into a cozy restaurant that opened in October of this year, 2010.  Both very experienced in San Antonio’s local restaurant scene, Kurt worked w/ Andrew Weissman for the past six years at Le Reve (which skyrocketed to success in San Antonio).  With all the pieces falling quickly into place, they sold their house in San Antonio before even finding a new place in Bandera.

Kurt prides himself on selecting the freshest seafood from Groomer Seafood and ingredients from local farmers and vendors for their Executive Chef Aaron Gonzalez’s (previously executive chef with Neiman Marcus in Michigan) creations.  This translated deliciously in the dishes we devoured, see pictures below.

You’ll fall in love with Pike’s Place as quickly as we did.  Impossible not to.

Website: http://www.pikesplacerestaurant.com

Hours: Open for lunch from 11 am until 2 pm, Wednesday through Friday; from 5 pm to 9 pm, Wednesday and Thursday, 5 pm to 10 pm, Friday; 11 am to 10 pm, Saturday; and for brunch from 11 am until 3 pm, Sunday.

Facebook Fan:  http://www.facebook.com/pages/Pikes-Place-Restaurant/111806992218418

NOTE: BYOB right now.

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Why pictures sugar packets? At Pike's Place, no attention to detail was too small or irrelevant. Selection, down to the sugar packets on the table or made to order food is important.

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Going north on Highway 16 (Bandera Road), Pike's Place was easily found on the left side of the highway behind Country Accents Antiques.

Pike's Place Restaurant steak

Fabulous and tender, flat iron steak w/ hand cut fresh fries and a garlic aioli.

Pike's Place Restaurant chicken sandwich

One of the lunch specials, chicken sandwich w/ avocado was an instant hit.

Pike's Place Restaurant kids meal chicken strips

Hearty kid's meal of chicken strips and fresh cut fries.

Pike's Place Restaurant mushroom soup

Hearty bowl of mushroom soup served w/ a crisp slice of French bread for dipping.

Pike's Place Restaurant

Restaurant filled with antiques and painting for purchase, each telling their own story..

Pike's Place Restaurant

Beautiful place for indoor/outdoor casual dining, celebrating special occasions, and private parties.

Pike's Place Restaurant

Luke San Antonio River Walk

Crave USA helped Luke San Antonio River Walk throw an incredible Grand Opening on December 9, 2010!  Chef John Besh and Executive Chef Steve McHugh will feature French and Old World German cuisine made from local grown ingredients!  Attached to the Embassy Suites Riverwalk, this brasserie offered incredible tasty treats.

Website: http://www.lukesanantonio.com

Facebook: Become a Fan

Chef John Besh: @ChefJohnBesh

Chef Steven McHugh (Executive Chef):  @chefstevemchugh

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Luke San Antonio River Walk Chef John Besh

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Luke San Antonio River Walk Shrimp and Grits

Luke San Antonio River Walk Shrimp

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Luke San Antonio River Walk kitchen

Luke San Antonio River Walk dessert

Z’Tejas at La Cantera | San Antonio, TX

Join me in welcoming Z’Tejas, a favorite to many Austin-natives, to San Antonio, TX!  I had the honor of enjoying the complimentary cuisine during a VIP preview at Z’Tejas this past weekend and I was not disappointed!  This 275 seat restaurant at the newer section of the Shops at La Cantera includes an open kitchen, massive dining on the patio option, with plans to expand to other areas of San Antonio eventually.  I really liked h ow the restaurant was laid out, a larger section was definitely a more traditional dining area but there was also a sports bar section with big screen TVs playing the various college football games, and with the recent beautiful weekend weather, the patio was an airy delight!

We selected three enticing appetizers from the menu followed by 5 tasty entrees (well, 4 entrees and one well-portioned kids meal), and shared 2 sizzling skillets of peach cobbler.  Previous restaurant goers had beat us to the bread pudding with green chile punch, since everything is fresh and homemade, once they’re out, they’re OUT.

Happy Hour!

Right now, happy hour is slated from 3pm-7pm (LOVE the 7pm), Monday through Friday.  Appetizers are half off, sitting ANYWHERE in the restaurant.  They’re also considering a reverse happy hour once things get settled.  There are also great drink specials that sounded very competitive.

Mimosas, Bloody Marys and Marias COMING SOON!

A little bird also told me that starting in December, Z’Tejas San Antonio would also offer a brunch menu w/ incredible mimosas, bloody marys, and bloody marias!  There will be freshly stocked tomato juices, fine champagnes, top shelf vodkas, oh, and a lot of great food menu items too!

Z’Tejas Trivia:

The original Z’Tejas opened in a Victorian-style house on Austin’s infamous 6th Street, still popular with tourists and regulars.

Website: http://www.ztejas.com/sanantonio

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Follow on Twitter:  @ztejas

Become a Fan on Facebook:  http://www.facebook.com/ZTejas

Magnolia Pancake Haus

Tasty Byte: Magnolia Pancake Haus

Website: http://www.magnoliapancakehaus.com

Address: 13444 West Ave | San Antonio, TX 78216 { MAP }

Phone: 210.496.0828

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Also, make sure that you don’t miss the St. PJ’s Children’s Home Pajama Run, this October 2, 2010 from 8am until 1pm. During this time you’ll be able to enjoy a fun family run/walk and afterwards enjoy a pancake party catered by the Magnolia Pancake Haus! Click here for more details. Even if you don’t feel like being physically active, you can support a great cause by eating the breakfast for only $5! Event flyer here.

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The Lodge at Castle Hills

Tasty Byte: The Lodge at Castle Hills

Website: http://www.thelodgerestaurant.com

Address: 1746 Lockhill Selma | San Antonio, TX, 78213 { MAP }

Phone: 210.349.8466

Restaurant Week – Lunch – Menu

The second you drive onto the lavish grounds of The Lodge, the noise from the city and life in general quickly fades.  You’re struck by the spacious mansion and green landscaping.  Finally getting to visit during lunch, during Restaurant Week no less !!!, I was not disappointed.  Celebrating my birthday there a couple years ago and enjoying on of their opulent 7 course menus on another visit, I was curious as to the ambiance and food mid-day.

The restaurant was fully bustling when we arrived at noon…I would definitely recommend reservations.  Some of the other stops during Restaurant Week did not require them but this one is not one to chance.

We waited semi-patiently for a couple minutes in their plush , rustic lounge area before being led up the winding staircase through several different smaller rooms.  We were sat in a bright, open table with windows on 3 sides of us.

With 2 choices for each course and math minors on our diplomas, my friend and I quickly calculated getting of each dish.  The lobster-shrimp bisque was hearty and satisfying.  The mixed green salad that included apples, candied pecans, cherve goat cheese, and a vinaigrette was a playful interpretation of a classic with the flavors dancing happily together.

The main course, a choice of chicken roulade or Atlantic salmon were both enticing choices.  The salmon had an incredible taste and texture and left us guessing what patient steps the chef carefully executed.  The chicken with pearl onions and wild mushrooms was juicy and delicious.

The dessert was an apple tart and nutella-dark chocolate souffle .  The souffle, rich, and laden with chocolate on chocolate, paired with a banana caramel milkshake!  The tart was accompanied w/ a sharp house made caramel sauce that made the dish pop.

For $15, this meal was a steal.  Fortunately you won’t be limited to thievery to only this week – The Lodge servers lunch, 2 courses for $12 dollars and 3 courses for $16 on a daily basis.

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/pages/San-Antonio-TX/The-Lodge-Restaurant/125358970821184

Twitter: http://twitter.com/thelodgesa

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Tre Trattoria | San Antonio TX

Tasty Byte:  Tre Trattoria

Website:  http://tretrattoria.com

Address:  4003 Broadway | San Antonio, TX 78209 { MAP }

Phone:  210.805.0333

Restaurant Week – Lunch – Menu

*Restaurant Week menus are not posted online but similar to 3 course mentioned on Lunch and Dinner menus

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Tre Trattoria was a little hard to find once we got into the Broadway shopping center, right next to the Witte on the same side of Broadway.  We did get a nice scenic detour of all the buildings and offices in that are area enjoying the pretty landscaping and quietness.  Once we found the restaurant we were floored.  I loved the decorations on both the outside and indoor seating, Jason Dady has done it again!

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Boudro’s Texas Bistro

Tasty Byte:  Boudro’s Texas Bistro

Websitehttp://www.boudros.com

Address:  421 E. Commerce | San Antonio, Texas 78205 {MAP}

Phone:  210.224.8484

Restaurant Week – Lunch – Menu

Visiting the Riverwalk frequently with out of town guests, I’m horrified that it has taken Restaurant Week to finally make time for Boudro’s Texas Bistro.  After entering from the street level, taking the elevator to the River level, and entering through the back of the restaurant, this eatery left little to be desired and many memories to savor!

Starting with the heirloom tomato salad and tomato soup with a HUGE mound of lump crab tabbouleh, we knew our meal was going to be good.  Both 1st course choices were 1st rate indeed!

Choosing the chopped salad and grilled filet with a vegetable enchilada, the steak was fabulous and the salad, mixed tableside, left us wanting more!  The meat was a generous medium-rare and disintegrated in your mouth.

The dessert was so refreshing that I’ll continue to crave it on hot summer days.  A trio of fresh sorbets, the mango peach was expectantly good, the blackberry light yet flavorful, and the lemon basil had us spreading the good news of the winning combination.  With raspberry coulis drizzled and supported on an almond lace wafer, the dessert remains my favorite.

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Restaurant Week | San Antonio


In an impassioned attempt to support the local economy, a friend and I have enthusiastically participated in and relished San Antonio’s 1st Annual Restaurant Week which started Saturday, August 21st and lasts through Saturday, August 22nd!

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So many choices, so little time! How to choose? Check out where I ate and see mouthwatering pictures showcasing the lunches at 5 San Antonio eateries. Each post contains restaurant menus, contact information, Twitter/Facebook pages, and more reasons to attend, this week and go back subsequently!

WARNING: Pictures of food are incredibly tempting and should not be viewed if adequate meal is not forthcoming!

Sun., Aug. 22Las Canarias

Although distracted by the Sunday Champagne brunch, the lunch menu offered throughout the rest of the week looked incredible tempting!

Mon., Aug. 23The Palm

Even though it all started in 1926 in NYC, The Palm is still the place to be, with international locations! The San Antonio location kicked off Restaurant week on a high note!

Tue., Aug. 24 Boudro’s

Boudro’s is a Riverwalk gem and ammunition for anyone who says you can’t find good food on the River. Incredible lunch, left very little to be desired.

Wed., Aug. 25The Lodge at Castle Hills

A San Antonio classic, the lunch did not disappoint. The restaurant, a converted mansion nestled within two and a half acres, offered an instant mid-day escape from everything else.

Thu., Aug. 26 Tre Trattoria

Another Chef Jason Dady treasure, this Tuscan Italian restaurant offered a great ambiance and an equally scrumptious lunch!

Formally the New World Wine & Food Festival, Culinaria is sponsoring this event offering the opportunity to try some of the Alamo City’s BEST culinary masters’ finest dishes in an affordable fashion.

After this week, I’ll never view lunch the same!

Las Canarias Restaurant | San Antonio, TX

Tasty Byte:  Las Canarias

Websitehttp://www.omnihotels.com/FindAHotel/SanAntonioLaMansionDelRio/Dining.aspx

Address:  112 College Street | San Antonio, Texas 78205 { MAP }

Phone:  210.518.1000

Restaurant Week – Lunch – Menu

Although the plan was to celebrate the beginning of Restaurant Week with a 3-course meal, we were distracted by the incredible, lavishly prepared weekly Sunday Champagne Brunch that left nothing to be desired.

Instead of spending $15 a person, we spent $40 but for a special treat or occasion, I can’t think of a better way to celebrate!

This meal included:

  • unlimited mimosas and free flowing champagne
  • whole-shrimp chevice, raw oyster bar, smoked salmon/capers/creme fraiche
  • salad station where you select ingredients and the station manager mixes them w/ dressing
  • homemade breads, olive tapenades, a wide range of cheeses, fresh veggies
  • breakfast favorites like french toast, fresh fruit, bacon, eggs, sausage, hashbrowns
  • hearty lunch options like a pan seared fish, prime rib w/ choice of 3 different sauces, pastas, briskets, excellent/crisp veggies
  • desserts included fruit tarts, a banana fosters station, German chocolate cake

I thought everything was fabulous and recommend this to everyone!  The Restaurant Week menu looks very appealing as well, don’t forget to check it out…just not on a Sunday. ;-)

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The Palm Restaurant | San Antonio, TX

Tasty Byte:  The Palm | San Antonio, TX

Websitehttp://www.thepalm.com/San-Antonio

Address:  233 East Houston Street |San Antonio, TX 78205 { MAP }

Phone:  210.226.7256

Restaurant Week – Lunch – Menu

The first official lunch tasted during 2010 Restaurant Week, it set a wonderful tone for the rest of the week!  Across the street from the Majestic Theater, it’s one of the places that’s easy to get to downtown with a parking garage on adjacent corner.  ($5 or less, depending on how quickly you eat/linger/wait in-between courses.)

Calling ahead of time for reservations (a whole 5 minutes, from the parking garage to be precise) we were met by our friendly host, with Restaurant Week menus in hand.  Starting with the Chef’s soup du jour (a rich tomato bisque) and a mixed green salad, we enjoyed the choices of 3 different breads before moving to the next course.  Although I still need to check, the bread was served with butter, radishes, a pepper, and a pickle!  The pickle, although surprising, was delicious, and the radish packed a spicy little kick.

Although my friend and I were the underdog against 3 entree choices, we eventually settled on the 8oz Sirloin with porcini mushroom whipped potatoes and a fabulous cabernet wine demi and the New York steak sandwich, served on crisp French bread, a wonderful horseradish aioli, leaving little to be desired.  (Discounting the 3rd entree choice of course…a Panko crusted Ahi Tuna).

Our meal ended with tropical favorite – key lime pie.  Served with fresh whipped cream, the graham cracker crust was solid against the strong, lime goodness of the pie.

If you don’t make it this week, please stop by before or after a show at the theater.

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/PalmRestaurant

Twitterhttp://twitter.com/PalmStkMan

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Choicolate Artisan Chocolates

After running errands all day, my sister and I decided to treat ourselves to lunch at Auden’s Kitchen, one of our new favorite restaurants.  Located in the same shopping center, we noticed a sign nestled in called “Choicolate | Artisan Chocolates”.  We decided we wanted to check it out after lunch.

Website: http://choicolate.com

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/choicolate.fb

We discovered that this hidden gym not only featured hand-crafted chocolates including fun flavors like:

  • Mango & Habanero
  • Hazelnut Latte
  • Strawberry Balsamic
  • Milk Vanilla

but also had a delightful story behind the sweets store as well.  As husband and wife pair, last name Choi…decided to follow the wife’s dream of opening a chocolate store where everything was handmade, in small batches for the ultimate taste and presentation.  Wrapped individually with great detail, these chocolates make an adorable gift for someone you barely know or know very well.  We sampled the incredibly intense and more traditional flavors before settling on the chocolates pictured below.  The box also includes a guide so you’ll not be surprised (unless you want to be!!) and receivers can match the chocolates with the pictures.

Visit frequently as the menu and chocolate designs always are changing.  I bet they would be open to suggestions and requests you might have too – I could imagine these being an incredible party gift at showers and celebrations, both intimate and large!  Contact information here.

Check out this specialty bittersweet piece inspired by the winter holidays:

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Il Sogno | Pearl Brewery

Tasty Byte: Il Sogna

Website: http://www.pearlbrewery.com/pages/eat_ilsogno.html

Address: 200 E. Grayson, #100 San Antonio, TX 78215 MAP

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Owned by Andrew Weissman, I’ve been wanting to try this restaurant for a LONG time! I was not disappointed. After visiting the Pearl Farmers Market one Saturday morning, my daughter and I entered the pristine, modern restaurant. Although offered sidewalk seating, we opted for cool A/C.

Our first wow moment came when we were presented with a beautiful citrus plate. Although I originally though they were blood orange, we could have any combination of grapefruit, oranges, and limes for our ice cold water. The grapefruit had a wonderful fragrance and refreshing flare.

My daughter, a GREAT eater, ordered the Margarita Pizza and I had a thinly sliced pork cutlet with a delicious balsamic reduction. Both were great. Although I’m sure dinner is more formal, I felt very comfortable with my daughter on her best manners. The restaurant has an open kitchen which gives a great ambience.

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  • We were full but the desserts are definitely something we’ll save room for next time. During our visit we saw cannoli dipped in different chocolates and chopped nuts, tiramisu, and other tasty treats.
  • We also over heard the server mention that reservations were strongly recommended, especially the closer to the weekend you got.
  • There is an upstairs dining area that they sometimes use for parties.

Il Sogna's Margarita Pizzaz

Il Sogna's Open Kitchen

Il Sogna's at the Pearl Brewery

Il Sogna's Lunch Special

Il Sogna's Anti Pastas

Il Sogna's Citrus Tray

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Bohanan’s | Best Steakhouse San Antonio, TX

Tasty Byte: Bohanan’s

I have visited Bohanan’s on several occasions as it is conveniently located across the street of the Majestic Theater!  Make sure you check out their extensive menu my friend and I have visited during lunch and it was fabulous also!  What’s nice about this restaurant is that if you are in a rush, about to see a play, you can enjoy a quick drink and some light finger foods during the lower section of the restaurant, Bohanan’s Bar.  It’s more casual but still a great ambiance, “an urban bar with old world ambiance.”  Upstairs is a decadent evening of featured steaks and seafood, frequently featured in famous “Top Ten Steakhouses in America/Texas/San Antonio” lists.

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Fall in Love with These Drinks!

In celebration of Valentine’s Day, Bohanan’s is offering 3 very fun cocktails (pictures below) that include the “Valentine’s Fix”, “Cats Meow”, and “The Eskimo Kiss” which adorably serves two.

Valentine's Fix recipe from Bohanan's
Valentine’s Fix recipe from Bohanan’s
3/4 oz lemon juice
3/4 oz sugar syrup
One large ripe strawberry, sliced
2oz gin, vodka, white rum OR white tequila
Cat's Meow Eskimo recipe from Bohanan's
Cat’s Meow recipe from Bohanan’s
1.5oz Kahlua
1 oz Anejo Rum
.5 oz Licor 43
One ounce heavy cream
Eskimo Kiss recipe from Bohanan's
Eskimo Kiss recipe from Bohanan’s

(Serves two)
In a pint glass, muddle a handfull of mint leaves, 2 brown sugar cubes, and 2 oz fresh squeezed lime juice and 1.5oz of sugar syrup.
Add 4oz of white rum
Fill glass with crushed ice.
Add 2 straws, garnish with a mint sprig.

Pictures of finger foods enjoyed at our last visit.

Bohanan's Prime Steaks and Seafood Restaurant San Antonio, TX

Bohanan's Prime Steaks and Seafood Restaurant San Antonio, TX

Bohanan's Prime Steaks and Seafood Restaurant San Antonio, TX
Bohanan's Prime Steaks and Seafood Restaurant San Antonio, TX
Bohanan's Prime Steaks and Seafood Restaurant San Antonio, TX
Bohanan's Prime Steaks and Seafood Restaurant San Antonio, TX