Joshua Steele
Google
As usual, I am always on the lookout for a dining experience, not just something to eat. I researched high-end Mexican restaurants in San Antonio, and Google recommended Paloma Blanca. Its location seemed a bit odd. It was not in a high traffic consumer area. One had to intentionally drive there. You would not just happen on this place. My first impression was that parking was very limited for a Friday lunch crowd. The parking lot was small, full, and had angled parking spots, further complicating access. We were then greeted by a very un-asthecially pleasing building. Once inside, a very attentive greater told us to wait by the fire as they prepared a table for 2. The atmosphere was very comfortable with a modern yet rustic feel. After about 5 minutes, we were escorted up a small staircase into another section of the restaurant and you could see through the large windows that the restaurant was quite expensive stretching very far back with another upper section in the back. A huge patio area complete with outdoor heaters was well appointed with shrubbery. Our waiter, was fluent in both English and Spanish which would be expected in a high-end Mexican restaurant. Although, being bilingual myself, i do look forward to ordering in Spanish and surprising the staff as i look like a stereotypical güero. And, it adds to the whole authenticity feel of the experience. While nice,this place did not feel like a Mexican restaurant at all. The food tasted good but didn't feel like it was worth the exorbitant price. The tableware was clean and of good quality. I find that to be an often overlooked part of dining. If you put Filet Mingon on a Styrofoam plate, it won't feel like it is worth the 45 bucks.