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Biga on the BanksvsBoudro's Texas Bistro
Both establishments are highly recommended by writers. Overall, Biga on the Banks scores slightly better than Boudro's. Biga on the Banks is ranked #1 in San Antonio with accolades from 7 sources such as Where, Lonely Planet and Frommer's.
Biga on the Banks
Fodor's
Travel + Leisure
Zagat
Gayot
Where
Frommer's
203 South Saint Mary's St., San Antonio, TX 78205
From $41/night
Fodor's "This is one of the best spots for a leisurely dinner on the River Walk, if you can get a reservation." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Menu standouts include 11-spice Axis venison and grilled quail served with parsnip puree, as well as the always-popular Sticky Toffee Pudding with English custard." Full review
Zagat ""First-rate all the way" – and San Antonio's Most Popular restaurant – this "sophisticated" River Walk respite puts out an "excellent", "innovative" mix of New American and Southwest fare." Full review
Gayot16.0
"If some dishes are immutable, the chicken-fried oysters and the Bibb and radicchio game packets among them, the menu otherwise changes frequently." Full review
Where "Dining on the River Walk and an extensive wine list to go along with the contemporary and luxurious dishes such as chicken-fried oysters, seared duck breast and sticky toffee pudding. " Full review
Frommer's "This is one of the only fine-dining spots on the River Walk worth visiting. Biga on the Banks serves international cuisine with a nod to local flavors." Full review
Boudro's Texas Bistro Frommer's Travel + Leisure Zagat
DK Eyewitness
Rough Guide Fodor's
Afar Magazine Where
421 E Commerce St, San Antonio, TX 78205-2814
From $31/night
Frommer's "Everybody loves this old standby on the River Walk. The kitchen uses fresh local ingredients -- Gulf Coast seafood, Texas beef, Hill Country produce -- and the preparations and presentations do them justice." Full review
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Service is attentive, but, if you can, I would suggest going for a late lunch to avoid the crowd.
Travel + Leisure "Take a break for a prickly-pear margarita and guacamole prepared tableside." Full review
Zagat "It's always a "party" at this River Walk spot where "tourists and locals" angle for an outside seat for "mouthwatering" seafood and steaks with Texas touches." Full review
DK Eyewitness "This trendy River Walk restaurant with patio seating is a local favorite noted for great food and consistently good seruice."
Rough Guide Star
"This stylish River Walk Tex-Mex bistro serves creative New American/Southwestern entrees, a wonderful guacamole made at your table and killer prickly-pear margaritas."
Fodor's "A little bit Gulf Coast, a little bit Mexican, and a whole lotta Texan, this landmark River Walk establishment caters to almost every taste." Full review
Afar Magazine "The dinner menu at Boudro's Texas Bistro is a perfect blend of bistro cuisine and Texan sensibilities." Full review
Where "Like the title implies, this choice River Walk bistro focuses on Texas-themed cuisine such as steaks and enchiladas." Full review
