Best Restaurants for Spicy Food in Downtown

46 restaurants available nearby

1. Tokyo Cowboy

4.5

Awesome(209)

Price: Expensive

• Tapas / Small Plates • Downtown

Booked 28 times today

Asian-inspired diner with creative cocktails and a great selection of whisky!

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2. Domingo Restaurante

4.4

Awesome(755)

Price: Expensive

• Mexican / Southwestern • Downtown

Booked 93 times today

Join us in our open-air restaurant on the Historic San Antonio River Walk with a natural ambiance where curated contemporary art intersects with a historical setting. Domingo's menus offer the flavors of South Texas and an agave-forward beverage program celebrating the culture of San Antonio with modern culinary flair.

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3. Bohanan's Prime Steaks and Seafood

4.8

Exceptional(8215)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown

Booked 48 times today

Bohanan’s fame is founded on sublimely tender prime beef grilled over fragrant mesquite wood. Enjoy extraordinarily delicious Akaushi beef, Chef/Owner Mark Bohanan’s large custom cuts of prime aged corn-fed beef, succulent seafood flown in fresh daily, and spectacular table-side desserts flambé. Imbibe a classic cocktail at the first-floor Bar at Bohanan’s, then join us upstairs for the best steak you’ve ever eaten. Located in a historic building in downtown San Antonio about a block from the River Walk. AAA Four Diamond rating and Wine Spectator’s Best of Award of Excellence.

4. Casa Catrina

3.9

Excellent(48)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Downtown

Booked 6 times today

Casa Catrina, our unique Dias de los Muertos themed restaurant on the historic River Walk, will offer a delightful array of authentic Mexican fare. Indulge in specialties like tender charred octopus and recado rojo rubbed Cochinita pibil tacos. Explore the diverse flavors with at least seven different salsas inspired by recipes from all over Mexico. Savor classic seafood dishes such as ceviches and compechanana cocktails, and don't miss out on our unique huitlacoche quesadillas. The bar will also shine with exquisite margaritas and craft cocktails, including a mezcal martini made with marigold flowers. Casa Catrina goes beyond being a mere restaurant – it's an immersive experience. Our establishment not only boasts captivating design and decor but also offers spectacular hospitality and elevated food and beverage options. With the ambiance inspired by the day of the dead, we bring the excitement and majesty of this celebration to San Antonio year-round. CComing Soon!

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5. Zocca Cuisine d'Italia

4.0

Excellent(198)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Downtown

Booked 5 times today

Come for the ambiance, stay for the cuisine. Enjoy Italian-inspired dishes with Texas flair, regional wines, and clink-worthy cocktails. The newly renovated and refreshed Zocca serves Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner; as well as daily Happy Hour and Weekend Brunch. A late night menu is also available from 10pm-12am in the Zocca Lounge. Live Music can also be enjoyed on Thursday evenings. Guests can expect craveable items in an indoor-outdoor setting right along the San Antonio River Walk. Special events take place year round and the indoor-outdoor bar offers a walk-up component for River Walk patrons.

6. 1 Watson

3.9

Excellent(448)

Price: Expensive

• American • Downtown

Booked 25 times today

Rooftop bar serving craft cocktails and seasonal cuisine 15 floors above downtown in the AC Hotel San Antonio Riverwalk. Take in views of the San Antonio River Walk, Main Plaza and San Fernando Cathedral. Our food menu at 1 Watson includes Texas-inspired items such as smoked brisket tacos as well as three varieties of tostadas. Enjoy craft cocktails, beers and wines from select Texas vineyards and beyond. Our libations menu features cocktails made from Texas-made bourbon, vodka and gin. We have Reservations available for a percentage of our restaurant and the rest of the tables will be on a first come first serve basis. For all reservations, a two-hour time limit will be enforced. We will only hold your table for 20 minutes after your reservation time. Thank you for join us at 1 Watson!

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7. Texas de Brazil - San Antonio

4.5

Awesome(3864)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown

Booked 48 times today

Texas de Brazil, is a Brazilian steakhouse, or churrascaria, that features endless servings of flame-grilled beef, lamb, pork, chicken, and Brazilian sausage as well as an extravagant salad area with a wide array of seasonal chef-crafted items.

8. Ácenar

4.5

Awesome(2596)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Mexican • Downtown

Booked 16 times today

Welcome to Ácenar Restaurant where tantalizing food, hip design and service with style await you! Restaurateur Lisa Wong (of Rosario's fame), and her business partner Pete Selig (of Biga & Maverick fame), joined forces in 2005 to launch Ácenar … one of the largest and most innovative contemporary Mexican restaurants and bars on the River Walk. Guests will enjoy a modern take on Texas regional Mexican dishes inspired by the history and heritage of these two cultures. Our professional team, led by Executive Chef Richard Sánchez - delivers a culinary explosion of bold Latin-infused flavors. Enjoy many fine selections of Gulf fish, crab and shrimp, or piping-hot San Antonio style enchiladas, savory chiles rellenos, sizzling parrilladas, asadas and cabrito — all made to your satisfaction. Our multi-level spacious restaurant features floor, balcony and outdoor seating. Enjoy daily happy hour specials and a weekend brunch.

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9. Hard Rock Cafe - San Antonio

4.1

Excellent(822)

Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown

Booked 7 times today

Hard Rock Cafe is a global phenomenon with 185 cafes that are visited by nearly 80 million guests each year. The first Hard Rock Cafe opened on June 14, 1971, in London, England, and from there the brand has expanded to major cities and exotic locations around the world.

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10. Dorrego's @ Hotel Valencia Riverwalk

4.5

Awesome(1209)

Price: Expensive

• Argentinean • Downtown

Booked 13 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.

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46 restaurants available nearby

1. Tokyo Cowboy

2. Domingo Restaurante

3. Bohanan's Prime Steaks and Seafood

4. Casa Catrina

5. Zocca Cuisine d'Italia

6. 1 Watson

7. Texas de Brazil - San Antonio

8. Ácenar

9. Hard Rock Cafe - San Antonio

10. Dorrego's @ Hotel Valencia Riverwalk

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