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Las Ramblas at Hotel Contessa
Perfectly situated along a tranquil stretch of unspoiled riverfront at the Hotel Contessa, Las Ramblas sets a new standard in Modern Spanish Cuisine. The menu features seasonally inspired entrees and tapas includes Strawbegrry Gazpachao, traditional Spanish Paella and tapas such as Scallop Ceviche, and Brussel Spouts with house made pancetta & sage. Las Ramblas & the Cork Bar offers a great selection of beers and wines by the glass. Guests can enjoy both indoor and alfresco dining.
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44 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.6
/
5
Rating Breakdown 44 reviews
5 stars
(10)
4 stars
(19)
3 stars
(5)
2 stars
(6)
1 star
(4)
Food
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.6
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- great for outdoor dining(20)
- scenic view(17)
- special occasion(17)
- romantic(11)
- fit for foodies(9)
- neighborhood gem(9)
Las Ramblas at Hotel Contessa Reviews List
Review 1 for Las Ramblas at Hotel Contessa
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We had a very nice enjoyable
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We had a very nice enjoyable evening and dinner there. Waiters were attentive but not overly so."
Dined on 04/26/2013
2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, scenic view
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Review 2 for Las Ramblas at Hotel Contessa
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Had the paella and thought
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Had the paella and thought it was extremely good. Very tastey"
Dined on 04/24/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 3 for Las Ramblas at Hotel Contessa
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
My husband and I enjoyed a
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"My husband and I enjoyed a wonderful meal of appetizers, seafood, dessert and wine. Everything was perfection from the service to the food and it's presenation. This was a wonderful dining experience along the riverwalk in San Antonio which offers a lot of restaurant opportunities that feature loud, crammed dining experiences with mediocre food choices. It was nice to get personalized attention in a quiet, romantic atmosphere with stunning views at Las Ramblas.
We enjoyed cappucinos the next day on their outside patio while enjoying the views of the river and architecture that San Antonio has to offer."
Dined on 04/18/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 4 for Las Ramblas at Hotel Contessa
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great Easter Brunch
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We had a special meal. The variety was great and the service was attentative. The location and ambiance is breathtaking."
Dined on 03/31/2013
2013
Special Features: great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 5 for Las Ramblas at Hotel Contessa
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
This place is fantastic!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This place is fantastic! We go to their brunch twice a year, it's very good!"
Dined on 03/31/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 6 for Las Ramblas at Hotel Contessa
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
A group of four business people
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"A group of four business people had a meeting and lunch. Therefore the buffet was very convenient and enough choice for everybody. The waitress was very attentive and also made us aware that they would take away the buffet in some minutes."
Dined on 03/26/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for lunch
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Review 7 for Las Ramblas at Hotel Contessa
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
We hosted at business lunch
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We hosted at business lunch for 8 at Las Ramblas in March. Service was slow and relatively unfriendly. They really appeared to be pushing use of the buffet. Half the group ordered off the menu at lunch and waited almost 45 minutes for food. All the buffet eaters were done early so it was ackward having them wait for us and then watch us finish our meal. The food quality was satisfactory but not spectacular, tasty, or even memorable. I would recommend skipping this place in favor of more interesting food in downtown San Antonio."
Dined on 03/25/2013
2013
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Review 8 for Las Ramblas at Hotel Contessa
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
The host was not at the entrance
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The host was not at the entrance when we arrived. We had to hunt him down. The server had a bad attitude and was difficult to speak with. The food had no garnish. The scenery was very nice."
Dined on 03/22/2013
2008
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Review 9 for Las Ramblas at Hotel Contessa
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great food, service and view!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Great food, service and view! What more would one want?"
Dined on 03/13/2013
2009
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, scenic view
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Review 10 for Las Ramblas at Hotel Contessa
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Disappointingly bland
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We had high expectations coming in based on its location and our previous experiences with restaurants that feature tapas. Unfortunately, each course was very mediocre and seemed to be missing something to enhance the flavors. Upgrade the food, and automatically you would have a star on the Riverwalk."
Dined on 03/14/2013
2012
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, romantic, scenic view
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Review 11 for Las Ramblas at Hotel Contessa
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Wish I could say something nice....
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Disappointment! Restaurant was highly recommended. OTable had several good reviews. We were 2 couples with V-Day reservations at 8:00 and Las Ramblas was a place we hadn't experienced. We were seated late, our young waitress finally offered us drinks by 8:25,so to expedite our food order, we chose from their "special" V-Day menu. First, the lobster bisque soup was sold out. The 2nd soup suggested, was dreadful! The main courses were delivered incorrectly, and our drink orders were incorrect. This experience culminated with the waitress taking 30 minutes to bring our check, she lost our valet ticket(taking additional time to leave),and after splitting the check, one of the credit cards was charged twice. Best part, Valet got us away quickly!"
Dined on 02/14/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, notable wine list
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Review 12 for Las Ramblas at Hotel Contessa
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Everything was excellent;
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Everything was excellent; I was just hoping for a more exciting view of the Riverwalk."
Dined on 03/10/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 13 for Las Ramblas at Hotel Contessa
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
The service was terrible.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The service was terrible. The manager was very helpful but the rest of the staff was horrible. They couldn't care less about the customer or the restaurant."
Dined on 02/23/2013
2008
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Review 14 for Las Ramblas at Hotel Contessa
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
It is a overpriced tourist trap
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"According to the information that was posted on your site, on 2/14/2013 the restaurant was supposed to serve both the Valentine Day's special menu and the regular menu items. Yet, the restaurant served only Valentine's Day preset menu and a separate preset menu which included only few dishes (it was not posted on your site). As a result my vegetarian friend had to beg the server to prepare a vegetarian paella that he planned to order at the time of reservation. The service was horrible. It took at least 20-30 minutes before the server even appeared and asked us whether we choose what we want to eat. The table was not served appropriately, with no napkins, water, silverware. The paella was horrible and burned. No and no to this restaurant."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 15 for Las Ramblas at Hotel Contessa
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We were there twice. The
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We were there twice. The tapas menu is excellent. Fantastic choice for late-night drinks & light fare. Dinner was also delicious. Paella valencia outstanding & plentiful. Salmon dinner very good but small portion & "accompaniment" was more like a garnish (tiny). Our waiter was new, so service was only mediocre for dinner; but late night server was experienced and very good. Overall, a lovely place that I would highly recommend. A great maitre d'!"
Dined on 02/14/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, late-night find, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 16 for Las Ramblas at Hotel Contessa
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We enjoyed the special Valentines
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We enjoyed the special Valentines Day menu - especially the Nutella Cheesecake - Divine!
The service was slow, and not as attentive as needed, but the staff was so kind and polite. We were not in a rush, thank goodness."
The service was slow, and not as attentive as needed, but the staff was so kind and polite. We were not in a rush, thank goodness."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2013
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Review 17 for Las Ramblas at Hotel Contessa
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Not what we had expected
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The waiter was not interested is our needs. It was hard to get his attention even though the restaurant was not very busy. We walked to Biga after dinner at Las Ramblas to have coffee and desert. The service was great."
Dined on 02/11/2013
2012
Special Features: great for outdoor dining
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Review 18 for Las Ramblas at Hotel Contessa
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service coming into the 2:00
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Service coming into the 2:00 hour was next to none. Waiters disappears for several minutes without reappearing. We were all alone most of the time. Food was good. Waiting on the check and change was insufferable. Go earlier."
Dined on 02/08/2013
2007
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Review 19 for Las Ramblas at Hotel Contessa
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Marvelous place. Very impresssed
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Marvelous place. Very impresssed with staff and menu. The hotel looks interesting as well. I plan to stay there the next time I am in San Antonio"
Dined on 02/05/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, romantic, scenic view
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Review 20 for Las Ramblas at Hotel Contessa
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Loved this place. The food
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Loved this place. The food was truly outstanding. The only thing I would recommend is some candle-light or some kind of light lighting on the outdoor seating area. It is a beautiful patio but at night it was completely dark. There were no candles or lighting... could have a much better atmosphere if the lighting was better. But other than that, great place, great service, and very romantic."
Dined on 02/02/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 21 for Las Ramblas at Hotel Contessa
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Had a large group there for
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Had a large group there for convention and this is a good group spot - lots of tapas and entrees. Sangria was very good. IT was cold outside and we sat just inside. Problem was the servers kept opening the doors and leaving them open - very very cold. We kept having to get up to close them. Food was good though - get the sangria. It is on the riverwalk in the Westin."
Dined on 01/19/2013
2009
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Las Ramblas at Hotel Contessa
Based on the average of (23) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
5 out of 5 recommend this product
Food
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate