Battalion

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An old firehouse restored and turned into a fine dining place of delicious wonder. The Battalion is an incredible Italian style restaurant serving up your favorite dishes with a high class twist. The spot overlooks the beautiful city of downtown San Antonio and the Tower of The Americas. The building fits in well with all the other historical places that surround it, with its charming 1920’s style. The Battalion has all the classic Italian dishes we all know and love as well as fresh vegetables, char-grilled meats and housemade pasta all cooked to perfection. They also have an impressive list of wine to pair with any dish. The cocktail list is just as creatively enticing and will add the right amount of dazzle to any plate. A dinner for two at the Battalion is a recipe for something magnif

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Battalion

4.5

Based on 1,898 reviews

Andres

1 month ago

Great Place, the food is amazing as well, need to come back for drinks

keith D

1 month ago

Good

Stacey Jones

1 month ago

Mauricio Lozano Gendreau

1 month ago

Food was very good, service was slow, maybe they were under staffed or need better systems

David A

1 month ago

Marisa Zimmermann

4 months ago

I wished there were more stars to add to the ratings. Totally in love.

marissa sanchez

4 months ago

Joseph Treffinger jr

4 months ago

Jacob&Alison Kemp

4 months ago

The food was wonderful, small portions but lots of flavor. The atmosphere was lively but not too loud for a conversation. Great spot.

KEVIN O GORMAN

4 months ago

I came here with a group of students when we were in town for a conference. We had a reservation, but when we were told there may be a bit of wait, the manager was quick to offer us a table on the second floor to get us seated in a more timely manner. He also made sure to welcome us and thank us before and after our meal for choosing their restaurant while we were in town for this conference. Given that we found this restaurant last minute, we didn’t do the research necessary to realize that the menu is designed as a three course meal where items are meant to be shared. Our waiter was more than accommodating with all of our special requests and questions. He, too, asked us about our visit to San Antonio and thanked us for being there. Every single person we interacted with was so professional and welcoming. The food is of great quality, and the ambience of the restaurant is to be admired. Thank you, Battalion for making us feel so welcomed!

David Thomas

5 months ago

Wonderful place, this makes the second refurbished fire station in Texas I've eaten in. The was was excellent, service was great. We were just looking for some place to eat at, Google to the rescue. When you are in San Antonio, don't miss it.

Ami S

5 months ago

We started with a cocktail and Lucas was not only extremely friendly, he made us amazing cocktails. The food was fantastic. The square meatballs were so good, I almost ordered a second round for dessert! And as if that wasn’t enough, Wacey went so far above and beyond, I’m pretty sure he is in training for the Olympics of customer service. Gold medal for sure!

Jorge Urbina

6 months ago

Celebrated early Mother's Day. Battalion is my mom's favorite restaurant and for a reason. Mother and son dinner We had a reservation at 7pm, got there a bit early but got seated immediately by the hostess who was very welcoming. Sarah was very friendly and took her time to explain the menu to us. The portions were just perfect. Never had to ask for refills. The manager came to check on us several times. And two other team members delivered our food efficiently. Ambience was perfect. Finished our meal with their new ricotta and goat cheese cheesecake which was rich, creamy and not overly sweet. Definitely recommend Battalion. Excellent night overall.

Eric Gonzales

8 months ago

This restaurant is located in an old firestation with the outside façade being largely preserved. Inside you can see the old fire pole which we were sat next to. The menu's brevity is refreshing as it allows for easier ordering. The menu does change, although there are some staples that are usually available. There is a wide variety of cocktail and wine selections, as well as Ritual non-alcoholic spirits. We had an aperol spritz which was excellent. For our meal we ordered the bread service with whipped ricotta which was fair, although the bread was harder than I'd prefer. For our appetizer we had the spinach dumplings which were phenomenal. I would certainly order them again. For our entrees we had the branzino and spaghetti di gamberi, both of which were excellent. The flavors were complex and unexpected in the best way. The branzino was cooked perfectly, and notably herbaceous. The main drawback was the limited parking. There are lots nearby but as it was an event day, the parking cost was exorbitant. There was also limited parking options so it is best to plan ahead. Overall, it was an excellent experience with great service.

Angeline A

9 months ago

Battalion delivered an outstanding dining experience from start to finish. I was warmly greeted by both the hostess and the servers, which set the tone right away. The ambience was beautiful—low lighting with cool, modern decor. The table setup was minimal yet stylish, adding to the overall vibe. The pacing of the meal was perfect; dishes came out at just the right times without feeling rushed or delayed. The beef tartare was hands down the best I’ve had in San Antonio. The appetizers were equally impressive—especially the spinach dumplings and the trenne bombay. Entrée portions were satisfying and well-balanced, leaving room for dessert. Dessert was delicious, particularly the s’mores panna cotta, though I did wish it had been presented in a more special way given that we were celebrating a birthday. Overall, Battalion offers excellent food, service, and atmosphere, and it’s definitely a place I’d return to.

christopher jones

2 years ago

Went there to celebrate Vday and was very pleased with the food. It’s an old fire station and you can see the slide down poles. I would go back. Very good. Service was great as well. Not very romantic but very cool.

Barb Silliman

2 years ago

The meal was phenomenal, service, good, but the greeting and seating from the hostess was poor. She was distant and almost, but not quite, rude. You guys can do better.

Brian Huffman

2 years ago

Five of us went for dinner and had reservations. We were sat immediately. Menu is ala carte. A portion of Cacio e Pepe, overcooked, was the same price as a side of buttered spaghetti one of us ordered as a side, $16. That’s too much. Bread service is cheap. Free refills on bread, garlic and oil was literally garlic cloves mashed in oil. Other places do this better. Whipped ricotta for bread was great. Meatball squares were good. One was undercooked. Chicken Parm = great and huge portion. Eggplant parm = okay. Even chains do it better. NY Strip = steak was phenomenal. Perfect Mid rare. Roasted potatoes sucked. They shouldn’t have left the kitchen. Dry and bitter. S’more Panna Cotta was great and unique. Ambiance is eclectic and nice. Fitting for the building. Or waitperson was great. (Noelle) Overall good experience but food quality and recipes were lacking. My wife wanted to add grilled chicken to a salad and they said they only had breaded chicken which was a red flag for me.

Tom Stapleton

3 years ago

Excellent food. Service and atmosphere are great. It can be loud inside.

Daniel Ortiz

3 years ago

If you want Italian food this isn't it. Just a step or two above Olive Garden. Overall everything was completely flavorless. We had the burrata to start. The cheese itself was ok, but the olive oil was not good. The tomatoes on it were the type that add more liquid than flavor. I followed it up with the gorgonzola pasta. Gorgonzola is such a strong cheese that you'd have to try really hard to make a cream sauce this bland. Someone hand this chef a salt shaker.

Rick McConnaha

3 years ago

It was quite an experience! The atmosphere begins before you step foot inside, giving off the appearance of a repurposed fire station. The rain and lightening through the massive antique windows was certainly a sight to behold. The menu is alacarte and I'm confident you'll find something delicious. I enjoyed the Tillerman drink and old Fashioned. I highly recommend the manicotto and burrata.

Laura

3 years ago

Aditya Venkatapur

4 years ago

Outstanding food, outstanding service outstanding atmosphere. The food was truly above anything you’d eat anywhere in San Antonio. Parking at this location costs 12+ for 2 hrs.

Akshaya

4 years ago

The shrimp was really good and flavorful for its low price. The Parmesan crusted lamb chops is a must try, it was our favorite. But the tiramisu and carbonara was definitely lacking in flavor.

Karina Asher

4 years ago

If I could, I would give this place 4.5 stars. HERE IS WHY: Dough is great…a fantastic date night place. I love the atmosphere, rustic yet chic. The staff is amazing and friendly. The burrata is phenomenal. My salad? Amazing!! I loved the tiramisu too! But the pizza was good, not great. For the price point which it stands, I can make a few places whose pizza I find more impressive. Overall, Dough is great! Just not five stars great in my opinion. Don’t let my opinion stop you! It is definitely a spot worth checking out.

Casey Covel

4 years ago

✝️ Peaceful, Quiet Sanctuary ✝️ Mission Espada feels like the smallest of the Missions. It's a serene space populated with lush green grass, coiling trees, and many opportunities for repose. Some of my favorite family photos were taken at this spot, with its tranquil benches, vibrant potted plant-life, and rustic stonework. The silhouette of the Mission against the sky--complete with its bells--is lovely to behold. There's a gift shop on-site, for those wishing to take home a memento of their Mission pilgrimages, as well as restrooms for convenience. I visited around Christmastime and enjoyed the festive flourishes that decorated the grounds.

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604 South Alamo Street, San Antonio, Texas 78205, United States

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