Sometimes, when picking a bar or restaurant to impress a date, a potential business partner or out-of-town guests, you want to feast with your eyes, not just your stomach. You're looking for a place that serves up great food and drinks with a spectacular view.
We rounded up 20 local spots that serve up Hill Country, skyline or riverfront views for your dining pleasure.
20 San Antonio-area bars and restaurants with incredible scenic views
By San Antonio Current Staff on Fri, Mar 24, 2023 at 4:01 pm
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The Moon’s Daughters at Thompson San Antonio
115 Lexington Ave., (210) 942-6032, themoonsdaughters.com
This Insta-worthy rooftop bar overlooks the SA skyline from a twenty-story perch. Guests can indulge in its sophisticated cocktails and Mediterranean bites while appreciating the spectacular views.
115 Lexington Ave., (210) 942-6032, themoonsdaughters.com
This Insta-worthy rooftop bar overlooks the SA skyline from a twenty-story perch. Guests can indulge in its sophisticated cocktails and Mediterranean bites while appreciating the spectacular views.
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Rosario’s
722 S. St. Mary's St., (210) 223-1806, rosariossa.com
Rosario’s newest (and since March of 2023, its only) location is a two-story building featuring a 5,000-square-foot rooftop bar in Southtown, with breathtaking views of the downtown skyline. Expected to open in spring 2023, the rooftop bar will welcome guests ages 23 and up and have a dedicated bar and small bites menu.
722 S. St. Mary's St., (210) 223-1806, rosariossa.com
Rosario’s newest (and since March of 2023, its only) location is a two-story building featuring a 5,000-square-foot rooftop bar in Southtown, with breathtaking views of the downtown skyline. Expected to open in spring 2023, the rooftop bar will welcome guests ages 23 and up and have a dedicated bar and small bites menu.
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Bar 601 The Tower of the Americas
739 E. César E. Chávez Blvd., (210) 223-3101, toweroftheamericas.com
Though it may not be a typical open air rooftop bar, there is quite literally no place higher in San Antonio where you can get a drink. At 750 feet up, you can’t get a better view of SA than at Bar 601.
739 E. César E. Chávez Blvd., (210) 223-3101, toweroftheamericas.com
Though it may not be a typical open air rooftop bar, there is quite literally no place higher in San Antonio where you can get a drink. At 750 feet up, you can’t get a better view of SA than at Bar 601.
Courtesy Photo / Nick Simonite for Hotel Havana
Ocho at Hotel Havana
1015 Navarro St., (210) 222-2008, havanasanantonio.com
With Pan-Latin fare, mojitos and a chic aesthetic at the forefront, Ocho is a favorite for a reason. Tourists may flock to the beautiful Hotel Havana, but locals will feel more than welcome to enjoy the scenery brought to you by this glass-enclosed riverside spot.
1015 Navarro St., (210) 222-2008, havanasanantonio.com
With Pan-Latin fare, mojitos and a chic aesthetic at the forefront, Ocho is a favorite for a reason. Tourists may flock to the beautiful Hotel Havana, but locals will feel more than welcome to enjoy the scenery brought to you by this glass-enclosed riverside spot.
Photo via Instagram / thestanthonyhotel
Cabana Bar at St. Anthony Hotel
300 E. Travis St., (210) 227-4392, marriott.com/en-us/hotels/satlc-the-st-anthony-a-luxury-collection-hotel-san-antonio
The St. Anthony Hotel Cabana Bar not only serves cocktails, but everything from steak quesadillas to burgers. Chill out poolside or in a cabana or take a quick dip in the sparkling pool.
300 E. Travis St., (210) 227-4392, marriott.com/en-us/hotels/satlc-the-st-anthony-a-luxury-collection-hotel-san-antonio
The St. Anthony Hotel Cabana Bar not only serves cocktails, but everything from steak quesadillas to burgers. Chill out poolside or in a cabana or take a quick dip in the sparkling pool.
Photo via Instagram / tuck_marie
The Laurel Tree
18956 N. 187, Utopia, (830) 966-5444, utopiagourmet.com
Out in the rural lands of Utopia lies The Laurel Tree, a reservation-only dining establishment with pastoral views and details that make it feel like a tucked-away cottage. There’s also a rentable treehouse — featuring a deck that overlooks the landscape — available for unique dinner reservations.
18956 N. 187, Utopia, (830) 966-5444, utopiagourmet.com
Out in the rural lands of Utopia lies The Laurel Tree, a reservation-only dining establishment with pastoral views and details that make it feel like a tucked-away cottage. There’s also a rentable treehouse — featuring a deck that overlooks the landscape — available for unique dinner reservations.
Photo via Instagram / 1watsonrooftop
1 Watson at AC by Marriott
111 Soledad St., (210) 222-8300, 1watsonrooftop.com
This hotel rooftop bar opened in December of 2022, aiming to capture the history and energy of the Riverwalk from fifteen floors up.
111 Soledad St., (210) 222-8300, 1watsonrooftop.com
This hotel rooftop bar opened in December of 2022, aiming to capture the history and energy of the Riverwalk from fifteen floors up.
Photo via Instagram / aldacos_restaurant
Aldaco's Mexican Cuisine
20079 Stone Oak Pkwy., (210) 494-0561, aldacosrestaurants.com
Blanca Aldaco undoubtedly helped bring national recognition to SA via family recipes such as her iconic Tres Leches cake. With lush views of San Antonio Hill Country from the restaurant’s patio, you can enjoy your Tres Leches and hill country scenery at the same time.
20079 Stone Oak Pkwy., (210) 494-0561, aldacosrestaurants.com
Blanca Aldaco undoubtedly helped bring national recognition to SA via family recipes such as her iconic Tres Leches cake. With lush views of San Antonio Hill Country from the restaurant’s patio, you can enjoy your Tres Leches and hill country scenery at the same time.
Photo via Instagram / paramourbar
Paramour at The Phipps
102 9th St. Floor 4, (210) 417-6559, facebook.com/Paramour.Phipps
Known for its drag brunches, Paramour not only puts on a show, but features a wide range of cocktails to give you something to sip on at this fun rooftop bar — enjoy the skyline views from the open air patio or the views inside, courtesy of a number of bedazzled drag performers.
102 9th St. Floor 4, (210) 417-6559, facebook.com/Paramour.Phipps
Known for its drag brunches, Paramour not only puts on a show, but features a wide range of cocktails to give you something to sip on at this fun rooftop bar — enjoy the skyline views from the open air patio or the views inside, courtesy of a number of bedazzled drag performers.
Photo via Instagram / bigaonthebanks
Biga on the Banks
203 S. St. Mary's St., (210) 225-0722, biga.com
Biga on the Banks brings diners adventurous New American fare, a solid selection of wines and a rotating menu that offers a wide variety of flavors. This chic River Walk spot is a must-try for the area, especially with its views that overlook the water below.
203 S. St. Mary's St., (210) 225-0722, biga.com
Biga on the Banks brings diners adventurous New American fare, a solid selection of wines and a rotating menu that offers a wide variety of flavors. This chic River Walk spot is a must-try for the area, especially with its views that overlook the water below.
Courtesy Photo / Bar America
Bar America
723 S. Alamo St., (210) 281-5945, facebook.com/baramericasatx
Though the establishment first opened its doors in 1942, Bar America’s rooftop patio was only added in 2019 — a thrilling addition to the Southtown staple, which is known for its old-school vibes.
723 S. Alamo St., (210) 281-5945, facebook.com/baramericasatx
Though the establishment first opened its doors in 1942, Bar America’s rooftop patio was only added in 2019 — a thrilling addition to the Southtown staple, which is known for its old-school vibes.
Photo via Instagram / elcazadorboerne
El Cazador Restaurant + Bar
250 River Rd., Boerne, (830) 331-8692, elcazadorboerne.com
Enjoy open-air dining at this new restaurant in Boerne serving Mexican fare, including a number of vegetarian and seafood options.
250 River Rd., Boerne, (830) 331-8692, elcazadorboerne.com
Enjoy open-air dining at this new restaurant in Boerne serving Mexican fare, including a number of vegetarian and seafood options.
Photo via Instagram / otrosatx
Otro Bar at Canopy by Hilton San Antonio Riverwalk
123 N. St. Mary’s St, (210) 404-7516, domingorestaurant.com/otro-bar
The Otro terrace bar at the Canopy San Antonio Riverwalk hotel hangs over the San Antonio River, surrounded by canopies of mature cypress trees. Its perch is just removed enough from the hustle and bustle of the Paseo del Rio.
123 N. St. Mary’s St, (210) 404-7516, domingorestaurant.com/otro-bar
The Otro terrace bar at the Canopy San Antonio Riverwalk hotel hangs over the San Antonio River, surrounded by canopies of mature cypress trees. Its perch is just removed enough from the hustle and bustle of the Paseo del Rio.
Photo via Instagram / lahaciendabarrios
La Hacienda de Los Barrios
18747 Redland Rd., (210) 497-8000, lahaciendabarrios.com
Enjoy one of this Tex-Mex restaurant’s signature dishes or highly lauded puffy tacos on its expansive patio shaded by live oaks.
18747 Redland Rd., (210) 497-8000, lahaciendabarrios.com
Enjoy one of this Tex-Mex restaurant’s signature dishes or highly lauded puffy tacos on its expansive patio shaded by live oaks.
Courtesy Photo / JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country & Spa
18 Oaks at JW Marriott Hill Country Resort & Spa
23808 Resort Pkwy., (210) 276-2500, marriott.com/en-us/hotels/satjw-jw-marriott-san-antonio-hill-country-resort-and-spa
This steakhouse restaurant overlooks the scenic grounds of the JW Marriott Hill Country Resort. Open seven days a week and serving both lunch and dinner, it’s never the wrong time to take a seat and grab either a bite or a house-barreled cocktail.
23808 Resort Pkwy., (210) 276-2500, marriott.com/en-us/hotels/satjw-jw-marriott-san-antonio-hill-country-resort-and-spa
This steakhouse restaurant overlooks the scenic grounds of the JW Marriott Hill Country Resort. Open seven days a week and serving both lunch and dinner, it’s never the wrong time to take a seat and grab either a bite or a house-barreled cocktail.
Photo via Instagram / gomezvazquezint
Lunatique
875 East Ashby Place
Pearl-area complex The Creamery is set to include rooftop bar Lunatique, slated to open by late May. The 900-square-foot rooftop bar will feature a specialty drink menu — but little else is known about the enigmatic bar’s opening.
875 East Ashby Place
Pearl-area complex The Creamery is set to include rooftop bar Lunatique, slated to open by late May. The 900-square-foot rooftop bar will feature a specialty drink menu — but little else is known about the enigmatic bar’s opening.
Photo via Instagram / gristmillriverrestaurant
Gristmill River Restaurant & Bar
1287 Gruene Rd., New Braunfels, (830) 625-0684, gristmillrestaurant.com
Looking to dine by the River Grove? The Gristmill allows you to choose from indoor and outdoor dining views of the river. And it has a full bar, as if you weren’t already sold.
1287 Gruene Rd., New Braunfels, (830) 625-0684, gristmillrestaurant.com
Looking to dine by the River Grove? The Gristmill allows you to choose from indoor and outdoor dining views of the river. And it has a full bar, as if you weren’t already sold.
Photo via Instagram / lahaciendascenicloop
La Hacienda Scenic Loop
25615 Boerne Stage Rd., (210) 687-1818, lahaciendascenicloop.com
The newest of the Los Barrios family of restaurants, La Hacienda Scenic Loop has the perfect patio to sit out and relax, matching the energy of its sister establishments. Stop in on a Friday or Saturday to enjoy live music along with a house margarita.
25615 Boerne Stage Rd., (210) 687-1818, lahaciendascenicloop.com
The newest of the Los Barrios family of restaurants, La Hacienda Scenic Loop has the perfect patio to sit out and relax, matching the energy of its sister establishments. Stop in on a Friday or Saturday to enjoy live music along with a house margarita.
Photo via Instagram / signaturesanantonio
Signature Restaurant at La Cantera Resort & Spa
16401 La Cantera Pkwy., (210) 247-0176, signaturerestaurant.com
Signature’s menu focuses on French and Texas cuisine. Connected to the La Cantera Resort & Spa, the restaurant is already fit for staycations or something a bit more special.
16401 La Cantera Pkwy., (210) 247-0176, signaturerestaurant.com
Signature’s menu focuses on French and Texas cuisine. Connected to the La Cantera Resort & Spa, the restaurant is already fit for staycations or something a bit more special.
Photo via Instagram / fairmount_rooftop_oysterbar
Fairmont Rooftop Oyster Bar
401 S. Alamo St., (210) 224-8800, fairmountsa.com
For fans of the SA landmarks such as the Tower of the Americas, the view from this seafood-doling rooftop bar is tough to beat. Guests can stay into the evening for a spectacular sunset view of the 56-year-old structure.
401 S. Alamo St., (210) 224-8800, fairmountsa.com
For fans of the SA landmarks such as the Tower of the Americas, the view from this seafood-doling rooftop bar is tough to beat. Guests can stay into the evening for a spectacular sunset view of the 56-year-old structure.
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