Rosario&#x27;s ComidaMex &amp; Bar

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"Though many restaurants have come and gone in Southtown, this Mexican restaurant is still going strong after over 30 years in business, though in a new location address. With its colorful lounge aesthetic, the restaurant is a step up from casual dining. It’s a great place to grab frozen margaritas and a plate of nachos to share while catching up with friends and family. The fish tacos and the enchiladas Mexicanas are some of Rosario’s dinner standouts. Takeout orders can be placed online; there are indoor and outdoor dine-in services." - Polly Anna Rocha, Ben Gonzalez

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"Rosario’s has been serving great Tex-Mex in San Antonio for 30 years — the right place, right city, and new address for this long-standing restaurant. Head that way for the ideal frozen marg and plates of Mexican comfort food: nachos, tacos, ceviche, enchiladas, parrilla, and so much more." - Courtney E. Smith

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"Opened by local restaurateur Lisa Wong in 1992, Rosario’s started as a neighborhood café, where San Antonio residents came to satisfy their Tex-Mex cravings. Today, it’s a city institution, known for its south-of-the-border specialties and house favorites. Don’t miss the tantalizing albondigas con arroz (Mexican meatballs braised in a spicy broth and served with rice and queso fresco), or the flavorful enchiladas Mexicanas (three queso-filled enchiladas smothered in a fragrant chile-infused sauce). And be sure to wash it all down with a perfectly crafted margarita."

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Louis and Elaine

Google

We had a wonderful meal at Rosario’s ComidaMex and Bar. The atmosphere is nice with great modern decor and a Southwestern flair. The food is also very good with a large variety of dishes offered. Our server and all of the staff members we encountered were very friendly and helpful.

eddie lira

Google

Great Mexican spot in downtown San Antonio! Our whole family really enjoyed the décor, the food, and the friendly service. I had the carne asada plate, and it was outstanding—especially with the chimichurri sauce that added a unique twist to a classic Mexican dish. My wife ordered the albondigas and liked it, but after trying my plate, she was ready to trade! Overall, we had a great experience and loved the vibe. I’m definitely looking forward to going back and trying something new!

Uliz Diaz

Google

We were visiting San Antonio for the weekend and we asked around what was the best place to eat Mexican food and we were told this was the best. We were hoping to love it and unfortunately we did not. The place is beautiful loved the whole space and the rooftop is special. The food on the other hand was disappointing. My friend ordered the enchiladas and they were over seasoned. They only tasted like cumin. Don't get me wrong, we love well seasond food but this was not it. The rest of the food was Meh. My friend told the server that we were celebrating my birthday and we ordered dessert, guess what??? No candle, no singing, no happy birthday NADA, I Mean, I know there are places that do not sing happy birthday and all but seriously not even a small gesture to acknowledge someone who chose your establishment over a hundred others on a special day and that's all you got? We saw a manager just walking around and completely unaware of what a role of a manager is, he was just strolling around and passing by tables stacked up with dirty plates and nothing, no reaction. Zero sense of ownership or floor presence. I am really sorry but this was our experience and we were not impressed. We really wanted to love you but your food and service did not meet our minimum expectations to say the least.

Adam R

Google

Local institution living up to the hype! They’ve got it all figured out - great drinks, food, service…even the wait was short on a busy night. Our group will definitely return and recommend to friends

Jackelin Phan

Google

We recently celebrated our daughter’s wedding at Rosario’s, and it was such a wonderful experience! My husband ordered the Chipotle Chicken, and I had the Chicken Enchiladas Verde—both dishes were absolutely delicious. Their chips and salsa were also fresh and flavorful. The staff was incredibly friendly and welcoming, making the evening even more special. We especially loved the rooftop lounge—it was stunning during sunset and created the perfect atmosphere for our celebration. This place is truly awesome, and we can’t wait to come back and try more from their menu!

B H

Google

if you’ve ever said to yourself, “self, I want to dine at a restaurant that looks like a place where Frank Sinatra and Ramõn Ayala might have once shared a meal while discussing there love of flautas and charro beans.”, then this is that place. Rosaio’s was by far our favorite mexican restaurant in San Antonio. The queso and chips are worth the trip! the atmosphere is fantastic. A really great dining experience

Adrianna Gonzalez

Google

LOVED IT HERE! Originally, we went to a cantina thinking they had more food options. Arriving here, I actually could not decide on what I wanted. It was so AMAZING. For us, our party was of 5, so it wasn't long of a wait at all, especially when she at first stated 15-20 minutes, and it was well under that. Drinks were delicious, food was delicious, everything they brought out even if it wasn't mine smelled delicious!Everyone makes everything look at ease no matter how busy they appear the service was always top notch! Highly recommend! If anyone were to tell me they had a bad experience, I would be very shocked because everything was just absolutely amazing ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ really hope to come back soon!

Vignan Uppugandla

Google

Loved the food here during our office trip. Fire roasted salsa and chips were so addictive, i would have eaten all of that and carried my food home. Enchiladas Verde was great. The tomatillo corn sauce has tangy, zesty taste to it. Loved it. Plate was so hot that it kept the food warm for longer.

Betty M.

Yelp

Awesome service, our server very attentive.Awesome presentation of food! Best ceviche ever!! Great atmosphere!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

James W.

Yelp

Margaritas are the best Food is always fantastic Service is prompt no matter how large the group I was last there with a party of 30

Ilgar T.

Yelp

Painfully average Tex-Mex cuisine. Location and ambiance is good, and service is quick. But all that is not worth what is essentially Chilis level food. Morning edit: the food gave me, my girlfriend, and her mom bad acid reflux. We live in Dallas and never get that from Tex Mex usually. Avoid. We had visited San Antonio hearing this was the premier Tex Mex location. Boy do I feel dumb now

Justina A.

Yelp

I loved it here! Amazing service, great food, and beautiful ambiance! I got the Fiesta Special Parillas, which came on a sizzling plate! The menu gives you the option of beef or chicken in addition to shrimp. I ordered beef and shrimp, but ended up getting all three! They were all SO good! The beef was my favorite, but I enjoyed the variety. They also brought out homemade, warm tortillas, which served as great vehicles for the parillas. This was such a filling, flavorful, and satisfying dish! The pico and guac were also great additions. The chips and salsa as a starter is also the move!! I will say that the portion of chips is pretty small and they do charge for refills. The chips and salsa ratio doesn't match. My table finished the chips very fast and still had 2/3 left of the salsa- which we just used with our main dishes. I would definitely come back if I'm ever in San Antonio again. :)

Yadhira L.

Yelp

Rosario's is a lively place to have lunch meetings and run into an elected official. Every time I go, it seems like this is the place to be to say hello to any of our city council people or Bexar county officials. Their offices are within walking distance, and the places is spacious enough that you can't hear other people's conversations. Plus, it helps that the food is actually quite tasty. I like chicken enchiladas and their guacamole is pretty good too. I have never had a bad experience here or at their previous location.

Amanda M.

Yelp

Down on S St Mary, in the Arts District, where the parking is elusive and the drinks are abundant, you'll find a sexy pink eatery with award winning salsa (not free, but frankly worth it) and bomb ass margs (go for the 20oz with in-house sangria swirl). Service is with a comfortable familiarity and a smile.... Seriously loved everyone who I got the pleasure to meet. Favs included the potato and carrot flautas, chicken taco Nortenos, and that Puebla style rellano! The bar is fully stocked. There is rooftop seating- hi Frost! The playlist is upbeat, and the volume is perfect for chatting while still catching a vibe. Veggie and gluten-free options mean you can bring all the peeps! Ankle biters welcome (kids menu will satisfy everyone).

Sabrina S.

Yelp

We stumbled upon this beautiful restaurant before attending the Billy Joel/Sting concert last weekend. Cute outdoor patio seating, but we decided to sit indoors. No wait at 430-5pm on a Friday afternoon. Cool modern/hipster vibe indoors, with a big visible bar up front. We were greeted by Edward, the server at our table. I have to say he was one of the BEST servers we have ever had so far!!! Friendly, attentive, great communication skills...he's gunna take care of YOU. He had us sample their famous smoky jalapeno salsa too, not my fave We ordered the parrilla for 2 with shrimp and chicken fajitas $38.95 with no sour cream/cheese. A sizzling plate of large shrimp/grilled chicken fajitas arrived. It came with salsa, guacamole, lettuce, charro beans, and tortillas. Delicious and more than enough for 2. And lemme tell you - their margaritas were fabulous! -Tequila, orange liqueur, and sweet and sour. Soooo good, I think the orange liqueur was the secret to making it so smooth. I was a little tipsy afterwards lol 10 ounces- $10 Happy Hour exists on certain days, Fridays are not it and I believe the restaurant is closed on Mondays. Excellent service- Edward is da best, good food. I wish they served complimentary salsa and chips, as most restaurants do.

Nori F.

Yelp

We've loved this place, for the food, drinks, nice interior, ambience and good service. They were in a different location before and moved into a brand new building. They have a large bar and a rooftop bar also, that we haven't been able to go to yet. But plenty of space if you need to wait for a table. They don't take reservations, but you can join the waitlist before you arrive and we've been seated very quickly after we have checked into the front desk! Parking is limited behind the restaurant, but there are several paid lots close by. Kid friendly.

Fernanda F.

Yelp

I am absolutely obsessed with Rosario's new location in Southtown! Rosario's is one of those few downtown restaurants which is highly loved by tourists and locals alike. Since the restaurant is super close to the convention center, it does get pretty packed during convention days (specially for lunch). Their new location has plenty of indoor and outdoor seating, and they also have a rooftop bar which I believe is only for adults 25+. Parking for the restaurant can be a little tricky during lunch and dinner, but they do have their own private parking behind the restaurant and there's a parking lot just at the end of the block (2min walk). Their food is mostly tex-mex, but they do have a couple more authentic mexican dishes which I love. To start I highly recommend going for their queso fundido with chorizo. Is absolutely delicious and you will want to order a second one right away. For main dishes, my new favorite is their puerco en salsa de cascabel with rice and refried beans. That dish takes me back to my grandmas house in Mexico. It is absolutely delicious and tastes just like home. Last but not least, the staff here is always amazing and the service is 5-stars every time!

Marc B.

Yelp

Highly overrated and overpriced! Beautiful space, fresh quality food but it's completely tasteless bland and not spicy! Guacamole appetizer is $13 and extra $2 if you want onions or tomatoes or cheese! Side of rice and beans= $6. Chicken tacos and enchiladas were fresh shredded chicken but absolutely NO flavor at all- none. Pro- solid wine pour

Diala A.

Yelp

My friend and I came here for dinner during our stay for our academic conference and had a lovely experience! The food was incredibly delicious and flavorful, we split an appetizer and entree and it was plenty! Our server was so fun and friendly, it felt like chatting with a friend! The ambiance is cool, modern, with a flair of Mexican style. Overall, we loved our meal there!

Michael W.

Yelp

I've been to what feels like 1,000 Mexican restaurants in San Antonio and this one takes the cake. Food - great Service - excellent Drinks - unique And everything is reasonably priced. Food on the River Walk is terribly overpriced and average quality. Definitely recommend this place.

Juan G.

Yelp

We had lunch here with our graduate Airmen and family. it was an absolutely wonderful experience. The service was outstanding. Enrique gave us excellent recommendations that did not disappoint. Every dish from the appetizers to the main courses was exceptional. I ordered the chicken mole and it was hands down the best I've ever had. On top of the fantastic food and service the restaurant's decor was beautiful, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. Highly recommend this spot!

Lisa K.

Yelp

Service is great too! I love the atmosphere. The enchiladas are delicious here. Fajitas are a great option and a good serving of everything. I would recommend.

Katherine R.

Yelp

Its okay not the best not the worse. The enchilada was giving school cafeteria. The chicken was good the rice was hard. It was okay would I go by myself again no. But it's a cute pink color I did like the decor and color of it. I will say although the food was mid the service was amazing!!

Jeff D.

Yelp

Damn. I didn't expect such explosion of Mexican cuisine in my mouth this afternoon!!! This place came recommended from a dear friend and it was an amazing call. The food was fresh, made to order and even the salsas were amazing which is key in any Mexican restaurant (I guess part Tex Mex as well). We started with the fire roasted salsa and chips but after a few bites, I needed some spice. So we got the Salsa de Molcajete which was chunky and delicious. I did the Enchiladas de Mexicana and that Mole was not too thick but very flavorful. The side salad was a nice touch as well. Before all that we did the house marg which has a nice mix to it. The staff was very friendly and welcoming especially in offering food/drink recommendations. Parking is limited in the back but this was an amazing spot!!

Michael T.

Yelp

Food was great and the vibe is a little pretentious for my liking. The frustration is that they add 20% to your bill for gratuity with no up front notification. The service was fine and the waiter was nice but adding that right off the bat and then putting suggestions for additional gratuity is ridiculous. With so many Tex-Mex locations in the area I would feel more comfortable in a more homely setting.

Patricia L.

Yelp

Had a great experience. This is my first timing coming to the new Rosario's, glad they kept elements of previous locations because I have a lot of great memories there. We had a group of 7 for a farewell dinner and I'm glad I used the check-in feature on Yelp. It helped to cut out the wait time. I ordered the cocoriri, Rosario's margarita, and the enchiladas de espinacas. The cocoriri is a pina colada and margarita swirl, the large is large and reminded me of fun times at Chacho's. I really appreciated the vegetarian option. The whole plate considered vegetarian including the beans and rice, did not need to request substitutes. Upstairs is a rooftop bar which is for the grown folks only. Really great picture opportunities with the Tower of Americas in the background.

Ermillo E.

Yelp

First time eating here and it was an amazing first experience. We arrived and had a small wait time so we hade a few drinks! The bartenders are super friendly and had a few suggestions on what you might prefer. Drinks are strong and tasty too. The vibe of the entire restaurant has a very calm atmosphere which I very much enjoyed. I enjoyed my meal I had the Flautas which were delicious! They're not shy with the avocado portion at all which I was really happy about lol. The rice and bean were tasty a cooked very well. The chicken was moist and cooked perfectly and the tortillas were perfectly fried with amazing crunch. Everyone else in our table ate their meals and enjoyed there as much as mine. I'm definitely coming back to try some different meals!

Karen C.

Yelp

I found this place on yelp and I was craving good Mexican food. I started with a house. Margarita and hubby had a beer. We also started with chips and salsa and house made guacamole. The salsa is roasted and amazing. The house made chips are light and airy. I actually ended up getting a pint of salsa and a bag of chips to go at the end of our meal. The restaurant is super cute and the service was outstanding. I had a shrimp taco and a fish taco. The shrimp was perfectly cooked. My husband had the Carne Asada with chimichurri, and my son had steak fajitas. Everything was delicious, and I would not have changed a thing.

Elizabeth L.

Yelp

Love love love this place! Environment is so versatile for casual dinners or a cute date night spot. We came around 5:30 on Friday night and it was an immediate sit. Parking is limited out back so be aware!! CHIPS AND SALSA are TOP TIER. Food is good and normal. Server was so attentive and on top of it. Drinks are a MUST, and if you're 25+...go to the rooftop at sunset. a margarita + cute seating = excellent vibes. Drinks are about $12-16 per.

Frankie H.

Yelp

My favorite thing about this restaurant is the pink decor. When we walked in, we were not greeted, and we waited about 8 minutes before a host finally came to seat us. Our waiter was very nice and kind to us. The food was not so tasty, but the cocktails were good.

Shawn V.

Yelp

We decided to check it out. It was a mixed bag. The atmosphere is good - definitely going for the more trendy look. The staff were all great from the hostess to the server and even those bringing our food - very friendly! We started with the chips and salsa. The chips were a flaky type and were good. The salsa - just not good. We were commenting at how overly salted the chips were and then we realized it was the salsa. The salsa was waaayyy too salty and had a smoky taste - just didn't like it. The entrees on the other hand - wonderful! I had the soft tacos (one beef and one chicken) with lettuce, cheese and tomatoes. The flavor of the beef was more pronounced than that of the chicken but they were both great. The charro beans had a great flavor and the refried beans also had a great flavor - definitely not from a can. Even the rice had a good flavor, which isn't often the case with Mexican rice. My wife had the enchiladas verdes. The chicken was wonderfully seasoned and the green sauce was fantastic! Very good! The tortillas were also good - clearly made on site - fluffy but not too fluffy - very good. We tried the sopapillas for dessert. Very disappointing. They were essentially fried (to the point of being crunchy like a tortilla chip) and covered in sugar and a bit of cinnamon with honey. We've had a LOT of sooas over the years and these were not good. Also, they come with 12 to a serving - far, far too many even if they had been good. We'll probably go back and skip the salsa and dessert, but the entrees were definitely worthy of return visits.

Jerry M.

Yelp

Rosario's is a huge restaurant! I can see this place as a popular night spot. I visited for some tacos for a late lunch. Even between meal times the restaurant was full of people. I found a nice patio table and enjoyed some vegan crispy tacos. I really like the sauce that came with it. Kind of a spicy, red pepper and onion sauce served hot. It was delicious. I washed it all down with a nice beer too. Staff was friendly and special orders were no problem. Walking distance to several hotels too. Recommend.

Santa M.

Yelp

Mole a bit sweet But good rice and beans great Food nice and hot Clean plate good portions Ceviche was very good

Cindy L.

Yelp

Tex-Mex is more plain than Mexican Food. Fish Taco 3 juicy Enchiladas: - Chicken 2 too dry - Beef 3 minced - Cheese 3 large pc of unmelted cheese Chipotle Chicken Breast 2 too dry Pina Colada 4 a bit too sweet

Tina B.

Yelp

A+ on all points! Food, service, ambiance, lighting, talkability! (talkability is the ability to have an audible conversation with your table-mate) Everything is made from scratch in-house and amazing, great presentation! We enjoyed our time at Rosario's and cannot wait to dine there again. We had the guacamole, which was fresh and good, and the chicken mole plate, which was AHHHHMAZING! Mexican meatballs was also an interesting dish, very flavorful. Fresh tortillas, corn or flour are offered, from scratch as well! The staff is so friendly and seem to enjoy their craft. Highly recommend.

Janell G.

Yelp

Parking is located behind the restaurant and while it's limited, there are other nearby parking lots down the block. The new Rosario's location is beautiful! It offers indoor and outdoor seating as well as tons of natural light from an entire wall of floor to ceiling windows. I ordered the Fiesta Special: grilled shrimp and beef or chicken fajitas. I loved my meal! The seasonal Girl Scout s'mores martini was just as good as it looks! This restaurant is a little pricey, but it's downtown and a great happy hour spot.

James K.

Yelp

The ambiance is fun! The staff was friendly and I enjoy the margaritas here. The menu is pretty extensive. I got the tongue and it's pretty good though slightly salty.

Natalie J.

Yelp

I was visiting San Antonio for a work function and I can say I wasn't impressed with Rosarios. We came with a large group and they lost our reservation. After quite a bit of panic and anxiety they somehow found our reservation. Thank goodness considering we had to pay a deposit. They put us in a large room and there was plenty of space. We had a select menu, the food was just ok. I had the chicken enchiladas, they were dry and did not have enough sauce. The people who ordered the steak said it was dry and overcooked. The drinks were small and the servers struggled to keep up with the group. I will not be booking here for future events.

Belynda H.

Yelp

What a treasure!! Delicious! Traveling to San Antonio and Yelp told us to stop here! We were not disappointed. Wonderful food. (Maybe not the guacamole...it's mostly lettuce). That peach margarita was worth the whole trip. Staff was very nice. Allen was the best server I've had in a while. Thanks Allen! (We're trying to stay outta trouble!) Restroom was giant and very clean. I love how much light there was in the restaurant. Very easy to see your food and visiting was great.

Kari M.

Yelp

Twice we have been here and both times had a great experience, service and food. This is a huge place-- space for large parties, families or work. There is an equally large outdoor space that includes a rooftop bar. Indoor bar is open and accommodating with a good selection of cocktails, beer and wine. Mezcal is included in their list of spirits. They have vegetarian and gluten free options on their menu. They do not automatically bring out chips and salsa but it's $2 and well worth getting their award winning salsa.

Tracey K.

Yelp

Flautas were soggy and uncooked. Place was freezing. The atmosphere was vast, cold and uninviting. Won't be going back. A shame

John G.

Yelp

This is NOT a sopaipilla! This is a fried tortilla with honey on the side. No puffiness and powdered sugar.

Julie B.

Yelp

Honestly, I would give it 3.5. We could just tried this place a couple nights ago & we ended up showing up 45 minutes before they close. We ended up parking in the back and they had these AMAZING murals. They were so beautiful. We walked around the side and saw an elevator & was confused. We read the little sign in the elevator & it said you have to be 25 years & older to go up top. Why, 25 when the drinking age is 21? So we kept looking around (you guys really need a sign for the back on how to get in. We walked and got served right away. That was nice because I was worried we came too late for food. Some restaurants rush you the last hour but we never felt rushed. We sit down and our waiter asks if we would like appetizers or chips & salsa. I've never been to a Mexican restaurant that charged chips & salsa. So we have a difference of opinions now, I loved the texture of the chips, but my husband thought they were bought & not made there at the restaurant. I LOVED the salsa. It had great flavor & I don't like spicy, at all. None of the food we ordered had any spiciness to it. Which I loved but my husband was disappointed that a Mexican restaurant lacked in spiciness. He asked the waiter if they had even spicier salsa, they said no. They brought him some jalapeños to make it spicy but he was hoping for some heat. So he was disappointed with salsa. I brought it home to put on top of some egg tacos the next morning. Yum. I ended up getting the cheese enchiladas and I will say I was extremely disappointed in them. The plate is $15 and it's 3 of the skinniest, tiny enchiladas I've ever had. To me, the food was a little bland but was better with salt. I ended up just mixing everything on the plate & ate chips with it. I'm kind of sad that the waiter didn't tell us that you guys are known for your fish tacos. I wish I would have tried those instead. To me, the chips & salsa was the highlight.

Rhea B.

Yelp

This place was a nice place. It looked very elegant with lots of good lighting due to all the large windows. They have great service and the food tasted very good. We loved their chips and salsa, which the salsa was in a small pourable bottle. The drinks that I had tasted very good and were pretty. The fish and shrimp tacos tasted so good.

Mariana T.

Yelp

I absolutely will be coming back to Rosario's. The food was really good, the service was super friendly and the drinks were delicious. I probably found the restaurant with the best Tortilla soup, by far. Their cocorita drink was to die for, next time I will definitely get the large. My Fiance got the shrimp tacos and he really enjoyed them and my mom ordered the flautas. The place was so chill, perfect for dinner and drinks with friends. Great spot!

David S.

Yelp

This place is definitely way overrated and I mean for real. The only thing this place has going for it is its location and ambiance, other than that nah! The food isn't all that, I mean it really isn't. I'm not saying people are lying on their reviews on here, but I'm just saying they probably don't know what really good Mexican food is, LOL!! The drinks were weak and I had to send my first margarita back because it wasn't dressed with a salted rim. Overall, I want to say this place could be considered a touristy thing.

Ari E.

Yelp

Rosario's can easily cover multiple large parties (15+ guests) at their new location. We had a large lunch party without a reservation (i don't think they take reservations). We could not be seated until majority of our group arrived, which was no problem, they had a comfy waiting area with couches next to a bar. We were seated promptly, our orders were taken quickly and the food came out at an impressive speed. They were ready for the lunch rush. I gave this place three stars because a few of us felt sick after eating our lunch. I'm writing this review the day after and i'm still feeling sick to my stomach. I may not come here for food again, but I do hear their margaritas are great so I may come back to try that for myself.

Taryn M.

Yelp

I used to love Rosario's but the quality of food and service has not been great the past few times I've gone. Most recently, they posted a delicious tres leches on their instagram, so I decided to go for my birthday. These are barely even the same thing and it felt like false advertising. Incredibly small for the price and overpowered by the berries. In addition, our server was very pushy about us drinking (or rather choosing not to) and felt like we were being rushed out. Very disappointing experience, especially for a special occasion. Update: the restaurant messaged me and said they recently changed the Tres Leches. I went the same day that the photo of their tres leches was posted, so it seems like an excuse. Will not be back.

James J.

Yelp

The seating process was basically a train wreck on consecutive nights. If busy, I suggest putting your name on the list then head to the hostess station after 45 mins and see if they'll seat you. Once you are in, you are in. In for a treat. The food is high quality. Prepared, seasoned and served by people who obviously know what they are doing. In two visits, four people ordered eight dishes, salsa and one dessert. The Arroz con Leche dessert was out of this world. Everything was good enough to forgive and forget the seating issues. Perhaps I should even say it adds to the charm of the place. Certainly don't want to deduct a star for something so trivial when the food is the point of a restaurant.

Theodore C.

Yelp

I dont normally leave a bad review at a place that has good tasting food, but the service today just upset me. I sat down and order a full dinner, and then the server immediatly asked for my credit card which threw me off since Im not used to having to pre-pay for my meals. When the server returned i asked for my card and was then informed they hold on to it until Im finished eating. I have never felt so unappreciated and treated like a dead beat before at a full service restuarant. This is in addition to the security concern as my card was out of my possession for at least an hour where someone in the back can take note of the number, expiration date, and security code. For that reason alone I will never be back.

Mariauna H.

Yelp

Can't wait to go back to this place! Not sure who else loves Mexican food, but I sure do. With a lengthy list of tasty entrees and cocktails, Rosario's offers a delicious guest experience. I can happily confirm that my flautas, churros, and margarita DID NOT disappoint my tastebuds for dinner. Aside from the food, I loved the overall ambiance of this place. The interior dining area is pretty expansive and there's also an upstairs area with a rooftop patio and full-service bar in case you're interested in taking in some of the views of downtown San Antonio. You should definitely add this to your list as an option for a date night or a get together with friends. Something to note: The restaurant faces a busy street and has limited parking behind the building so you may have to park on a street nearby. We went during a pretty busy time, so I had to park on King William Street and walk over.

Alexis P.

Yelp

If you're looking for a fantastic place to eat in San Antonio, you've come to the right place! After a few disappointing meals during my recent trip, my friends and I decided to give Rosario's ComidaMex & Bar a try. And let me tell you, it was an absolute culinary delight! The food was fresh, flavorful, and surprisingly affordable. I highly recommend starting with the Handshake Margarita - it's got a natural, strong taste that's not too sweet. And the chips with salsa? Homemade, made every single day! We had such a great time that we ended up going back twice, and both times we received amazing service from the staff. A big shoutout to Emiliano and Gabriel, who were super friendly and helpful. The food we ate had all the flavors you expect when you're eating outside with your loved ones. The place is gorgeous, with cozy lighting and comfortable seating. It can get a bit crowded outside, but we were able to find a parking spot both times. I highly recommend this place for family and friends to get together. It's not too noisy, so you can enjoy a good conversation. Oh, and they've got a nice bar with a great selection of tequilas and other liquors, as well as draft beers. It's a perfect spot for a night out with friends!

Audrae B.

Yelp

Nothing but raves for this restaurant! We showed up without reservations on a Thursday night and they accommodated our large group of over 20 people quickly while also seating us together. The service was great, the food was excellent and the drinks were strong. The food was also reasonably priced, and at the end they separated our checks without us asking. Atmosphere is also very nice!

Matt G.

Yelp

Very cool roof top experience. Beautiful views. Staff was very nice and prompt. Very nice place for a date night or just to hang out with friends and family. Would definitely go back and just relax and converse on the roof top. If you haven't been go check it out.

Megha D.

Yelp

I was in town for a girls trip and we decided to stop at Rosario's for a dinner. we loved the pink fun vibes and wish we had had time to check out the rooftop bar as well! When we arrived, there was a pretty long wait so I'd recommend making a reservation beforehand! Once we were seated, we placed orders for a couple margaritas as well as dinner. The menu was extensive and definitely a little overwhelming, but I ordered the shrimp tacos. Our waiter was super nice and our food came out relatively quickly. My margarita was pretty good and I loved how fresh my shrimp tacos were. Overall, pretty decent Mexican food and fun vibes!

Steven B.

Yelp

The mole casero was delicious! We loved the atmosphere! Our server was pleasant! Our food came out quickly! Reasonably priced! We are staying on the River Walk. It was just a 20 minute walk and well worth it!

Mark E.

Yelp

First time trying this restaurant at their new location. When you first walk in the ambiance and decor is beautiful. We went during lunch and it wasn't too busy so we received our order pretty fast. We ordered the fajitas and they were really good. The waiter was very attentive and knowledgeable. I highly recommend this place

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