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Biga on the Banks
Bruce Auden's award-winning BIGA ON THE BANKS is located in a spectacular setting in downtown San Antonio's modern International Center. Overlooking a romantic tree-canopied bend in the river, the historic and the new find common ground in Biga's dynamic re-emergence with ultra contemporary cuisine propelling San Antonio's recent ascent to a new level of River Walk dining. Gourmet Magazine named Biga one of the five best restaurants in Texas. Fine dining has never meant "fussy" to Chef Auden. Biga's ambiance is casual and relaxed - San Antonio style. Auden's celebrated culinary background, coupled with creative and energetic design, has marked Biga on the Banks as one of Texas' truly outstanding restaurants.
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284 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Rating Breakdown 284 reviews
5 stars
(182)
4 stars
(62)
3 stars
(24)
2 stars
(12)
1 star
(4)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- special occasion(190)
- fit for foodies(173)
- romantic(139)
- scenic view(120)
- notable wine list(117)
- great for outdoor dining(76)
Biga on the Banks Reviews List
Review 1 for Biga on the Banks
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/17/2013
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Wonderful table overlooking Riverwalk, excellent food & service!"
Dined on 5/17/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, scenic view, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 2 for Biga on the Banks
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Awesome!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"What a great restaurant. Our first time eating here and I'm not sure why we waited so long! Food was excellent, our service thanks to Chris was outstanding. Can't wait to go again!"
Dined on 5/17/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, scenic view, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 3 for Biga on the Banks
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was great and our waiter was very knowledgeable on the wine list and food parings.. Overall excellent."
Dined on 4/02/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene, notable wine list, romantic, scenic view, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 4 for Biga on the Banks
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
What an amazing surprise.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"One of the top five places I have ever experienced. Each part of the meal was so very well cooked and the presentation fantastic. The staff was so very friendly and knowledgeable making the evening even more wonderful. I could not have chosen a more fitting place to ask the woman I love to marry me. Thank you for helping to make a memorable lifetime event."
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, late-night find, special occasion
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Review 5 for Biga on the Banks
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Special occasion.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We were looking for a nice dinner spot to celebrate our daughter's college graduation. Biga's on the Banks did not disappoint. The atmosphere was elegant but not overstated. The service timely but not rushed. The food and drink selections were unique and varied. The surprise of the evening was a complimentary made to order dessert celebrating the graduation event. All in all a very memorable dining experience. Highly recommended."
Dined on 5/17/2013
Special Features: notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 6 for Biga on the Banks
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We enjoyed an anniversary dinner at the private table. Our waiter, Tucker, was outstanding and knowledgeable. The food was great and I lived the flowers added to the Open Table reservation - a great touch. This is a perfect special occasion restaurant."
Dined on 5/16/2013
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, scenic view, special occasion
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Review 7 for Biga on the Banks
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Good food, tad overpriced
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Me and my husband attended this restaurant when we are vacation in San Antonio. It is one of the nicer restaurants on the river walk. The food was tasty and the portion size huge, however we both felt that it was a tad overpriced for what we had. I would recommend This restaurant for special occasions."
Dined on 4/19/2013
Special Features: romantic
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Review 8 for Biga on the Banks
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great DInner
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"What a great meal at Biga on the Banks!! It was a little difficult to find- we drove by it about 4 times- and we were early for our reservation. They seated us quickly at a lovely table with a window view. The atmosphere was quiet and elegant. The food was fantastic!! Everything we ordered was delicious. I remarked that it might have been one of the best meals I've had in a very long time. Food was cooked just right and the service was impeccable. Did not feel rushed or hovered over but our waiter was very attentive to our every whim. It was by far the best meal we had while on vacation in San Antonio. I would not hesitate to recommend highly!"
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 9 for Biga on the Banks
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Warm Lamb, Lumpy Grits
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Biga was recommended by a colleague. Our party of three seated on the veranda overlooking the San Antonio Riverwalk.
Service was prompt and, except for the waiter continuously overfilling the water glass, was very good.
Salads were prepared well, One guest ordered Axis deer with quail and my other guest and I ordered the lamb chops. The venison was prepared properly and nicely done. The lamb however, from both orders, sat until cool. The meat was fatty and lacked a full lamb flavor. The cheese grits were flavorful but lumpy.
Possibly, the lamb is an exception, but this in no ways compares to the lamb prepared at competitive restaurants in this prioce range."
Service was prompt and, except for the waiter continuously overfilling the water glass, was very good.
Salads were prepared well, One guest ordered Axis deer with quail and my other guest and I ordered the lamb chops. The venison was prepared properly and nicely done. The lamb however, from both orders, sat until cool. The meat was fatty and lacked a full lamb flavor. The cheese grits were flavorful but lumpy.
Possibly, the lamb is an exception, but this in no ways compares to the lamb prepared at competitive restaurants in this prioce range."
Dined on 5/14/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, scenic view
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Review 10 for Biga on the Banks
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Fabulous!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We enjoyed the best meal at Biga during our 5 day stay in San Antonio. Great service and wonderful food. They reserved a fantastic semi-private table for the two of us with a great view of the River Walk. The salmon nachos were great. My husband enjoyed the pork tenderloin and I enjoyed the grilled chicken breast. Amazing food presentations. Will definitely go back if ever in San Antonio again."
Dined on 5/08/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, scenic view
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Review 11 for Biga on the Banks
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
EXCELLENT IN EVER WAY
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"This was by far the best dining experience I have had in my 47 years of life. The waiter was beyond superb in explaining the menu that changes daily, and had a vast knowledge of the chef and wine list. It was our 25 wedding anniversary and the waiter wasn't sure if we would order a dessert so he surprised us with a mini tart filled with a blackberry, accompanied with a few blueberries, raspberries, freshly made whip cream and "Happy Anniversary" written in chocolate. The food was the best I have ever tasted, including a couple of items I normally don't eat, were excellent! I highly recommend Biga on the Banks for any occasion."
Dined on 5/13/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, romantic, notable wine list, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 12 for Biga on the Banks
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We had a excellent dining experience !"
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: great for brunch, special occasion
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Review 13 for Biga on the Banks
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Riverwalk at its best!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Outstanding dining experience. While in San Antonio it is worth taking a break from all the Tex Mex food and enjoy outstanding Farm to table dinning. Portions are somewhat generous so half plates and sharing should be considered. All the breads are baked on the premises and the location on the Riverwalk is intimate yet accessible. Looking forward to a return visit!"
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, scenic view, special occasion
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Review 14 for Biga on the Banks
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great Brunch
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I went for Easter Brunch and it was fantastic. The dessert bar itself is enough of a reason to go there every year!"
Dined on 3/31/2013
Special Features: great for brunch, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 15 for Biga on the Banks
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellence in every category!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"A superb dining experience! We particularly liked the salmon nachos appetizer, the rib eye steak, smoked pork tenderloin, and molten chocolate cake. Our waiter provided exemplary service! And who wouldn't enjoy being seated with a view of the S.A. River? I'd recommend this restaurant as one of the best in the city."
Dined on 5/07/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, romantic, scenic view, special occasion
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Review 16 for Biga on the Banks
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"It's my new favorite SA restaurant."
Dined on 5/06/2013
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 17 for Biga on the Banks
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Biga on the Banks was one of the best restaurants ever. The wait staff was very knowledgeable and made the dinning experience top notch. The chef (who we met) is great, innovative and committed to local farmers. Would go back any time we are in San Antonio."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, romantic, scenic view, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 18 for Biga on the Banks
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Party of 5, everyone's food was great except 1 the lamb chops were too tough and not very good."
Dined on 5/02/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 19 for Biga on the Banks
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Fantastic Experience
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The atmosphere and river view was perfect and the service could not have been more attentive or gracious.
The food was amazing and the highlight was a personal visit from Chef Auden!
We will return many times over!"
The food was amazing and the highlight was a personal visit from Chef Auden!
We will return many times over!"
Dined on 5/02/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, scenic view, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 20 for Biga on the Banks
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Disappointed
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I had made a reservation requesting a private room, and within the request I mentioned that I was proposing to my girlfriend earlier that day so I wanted it to be a special dinner. Unfortunately, when we got there at 8 (our reservation time), we were informed that it would take 30 minutes for the private room to be set up. We decided to just dine in the general dining room, where they placed us in a back corner. Also, while the waiter was excellent and very educated on the wine list, it was clear that he didn't know we had just gotten engaged. No congrats was given to either myself nor my fiance.
I am quite disappointed that for such a special occasian, we had such a normal dinner. I hope this is not how Biga teats all customers."
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 21 for Biga on the Banks
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Everything about our dining experience here was great! The food was excellent and we really appreciated being able to pick a smaller portion. I would highly recommend this restaurant to anyone who goes to San Antonio. I just wish they would open one here in Houston!"
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 22 for Biga on the Banks
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Gem on the San Antonio River Walk
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We had not eaten at Biga's in several years. The food, drinks and service were excellent. Interesting menue selections and everything we tried was delious. Wonderful views of the riverwalk and nice crowd. We will definitely come back more often."
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, scenic view, late-night find, special occasion
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Review 23 for Biga on the Banks
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
My favorite restuarant in Texas
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The flat iron steak is SO good. I cannot tell you how much I've enjoyed dining at Biga. Each time I go it's always exactly what I expect - the epitome of service, cuisine, and atmosphere. I feel like a special guest every time I go. They do a great job at hosting holiday events that cater to their guests. From mother's day Brunch to Thanksgiving Brunch and all the great food in between - simply wonderful!"
Dined on 12/21/2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, romantic, scenic view, notable wine list, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 24 for Biga on the Banks
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Amazing Food
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Excellent spot for fine dining. Ambiance is on the hipper side, not real stuffy. Not a lot of River Side seating though, but some. Chef has lots of unique flavors, true foodie experience."
Dined on 5/02/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, hot spot
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Review 25 for Biga on the Banks
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Truly Outstanding
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"My wife and I discovered Biga on a trip to San Antonio a year ago and found the food and the service to be superb. We were back this past week....twice...and it exceeded expectations once again. The staff is tremendously knowledgeable and the food made with the freshest ingredients. Menu choices are terrific...there is something for everyone. Our only regret is that we live nearly 2000 miles away or we would be there regularly."
Dined on 5/01/2013
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Review 26 for Biga on the Banks
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food and service was excellent.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food and service was excellent. It is a bit pricey."
Dined on 04/26/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 27 for Biga on the Banks
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Awesome restaurant on the river.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We loved our "Biga on the Banks" experience. Our waiter, Chris, was very knowledgeable and outstanding in service and personality. We would reccomend this restaurant for quality food and service. We were celebrating our 20th Anniversary and the dessert we ordered came out with a candle and special message in chocolate. Awesome!!!"
Dined on 04/28/2013
2013
Special Features: special occasion, scenic view, hot spot
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Review 28 for Biga on the Banks
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
It was easy to make a reservation
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"It was easy to make a reservation through Open Table and it was great that Biga called to confirm our reservation. I called and asked for a table by the windows and they gave us a perfect location. I had also told them it was someone's birthday and the hostess mentioned it upon seating us and our server mentioned it upon arrival also. Thank you for the attention to detail. The service and food were excellent. We will return."
Dined on 04/28/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 29 for Biga on the Banks
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Absolutely superb food and
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Absolutely superb food and service."
Dined on 04/28/2013
2006
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, scenic view
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Review 30 for Biga on the Banks
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Disappointed with our experience
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Was disappointed with waiter. Extremely slow service and inattentive. Not very helpful explaining menu and could never be found. Waited nearly 2 hrs for all of food to be delivered! Was also disappointed with location. Had assumed we would be right on the river but were inside next to the window but not a very good view. This restaurant experience was the only downside of our trip to San Antonio. Expected a lot more for what we paid. I will say though that the quality and taste of the food was excellent."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 31 for Biga on the Banks
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Over-rated,ordered one soft-shelled
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Over-rated,ordered one soft-shelled crab but was served two at twice the price. Crabs had little taste,my wife's steak was good. Oyster appetizer was excellent."
Dined on 04/26/2013
2013
Special Features: notable wine list, scenic view
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Review 32 for Biga on the Banks
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
awesome experience. Great
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"awesome experience. Great customer service"
Dined on 04/26/2013
2013
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Review 33 for Biga on the Banks
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great place for a romantic
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great place for a romantic dinner over looking Riverwalk."
Dined on 04/26/2013
2011
Special Features: good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 34 for Biga on the Banks
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Excellent food - and very
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Excellent food - and very good and friendly service."
Dined on 04/25/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 35 for Biga on the Banks
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
WENT BACK and will again and again!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Superb everything - our waitress was so delightful and even offered to switch side dishes around if the one printed on the daily menu with the entre was not prefered! Selections were fresh and updated daily according to the chef and his market finds for the day.
I went for a special occasion/reunion. 2 days later I returned with my girlfriends!"
Dined on 04/19/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list
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Review 36 for Biga on the Banks
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
This is one of my favorites.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This is one of my favorites. The service is always great (especially if you get Chris) and the food is outstanding. The Australian rack of lamb is my favorite but everything on the menu is great. Try the smoked salmon nachos as an appetizer."
Dined on 04/24/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 37 for Biga on the Banks
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
One of the reasons to go back
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"One of the reasons to go back to San Antonio. We had the chef's tasting menu and we wanted to be surprised so we did not bother to check the list of dishes. Our expectations were exceeded. Every single dish was superb, service was remarkable, and ambiance was elegant. The chicken fried oyster over squid ink linguini was scrumptious. A restaurant definitely worth going back to."
Dined on 04/19/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, hot spot
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Review 38 for Biga on the Banks
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Chicken-fried oysters were
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Chicken-fried oysters were fantastic; skip the squid ink pasta that comes with the dish (gummy). Service was great until the end when we asked for our remaining food to be boxed to take home. Whoever did it was sloppy, throwing the oysters in with a salad and the once crispy onion rings in with a heavily sauced entree. Word to the wise--request a to-go box and do it yourself!"
Dined on 04/23/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 39 for Biga on the Banks
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Dream come true night!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This was our first time ever to eat here. It was a very special night for us. While driving from Corpus Christi to San Antonio, I googled a search to find the top river walk restaurants. Biga was #1. I went to their website which gave me the luxury to make an online reservation. 9pm was available. And just for fun, in the special request box, I asked for a private table for 2 with a great view of the Riverwalk. Upon our arrival we were seated in that dream location as requested! Wow! Plus we had our own curtain to pull to make it a private space and our own light dimmer switch. The food was Amaaaazing!! Topping that off we viewed the Fiesta Riverboat Night Parade- what a surprise for a Monday Night Event!"
Dined on 04/22/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, great for brunch, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 40 for Biga on the Banks
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We have been to this restaurant
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We have been to this restaurant several times over the past few years and we are increasing amazed at the quality of the food and the excellent service. We love to take out of town guests as we know that they will leave with wonderful memories of their visit to San Antonio and especially the evening at Biga. Would recommend this restaurant and their excellent wait staff to everyone."
Dined on 04/12/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups
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Review 41 for Biga on the Banks
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Continues to be an excellent
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Continues to be an excellent choice among the many average restaurants along the river. Creative combinations of (mostly) local ingredients. Wine list is good,but a bit on the high side, although a few inexpensive bottles were included and proved to be great values."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2002
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 42 for Biga on the Banks
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great service. The restaurant
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Great service. The restaurant was helpful in giving us walking directions when we got lost. They even held our reservation!"
Dined on 04/19/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, scenic view
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Review 43 for Biga on the Banks
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A definite winner!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Had a wonderful sensual experience for the palate and the eyes. Would definitely return. The service was excellent."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 44 for Biga on the Banks
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Anniversary ,mission accomplished!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Had a great experiance,it was our anniversary and I was able to have flowers delivered to our table and my wife was very pleased. Our server was the best and very accomidating to our occassion, great food, service and well worth the price."
Dined on 04/15/2013
2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 45 for Biga on the Banks
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent food and service!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Excellent food and service! Worth every penny!
The sticky toffee pudding was way better than expected - even better than chocolate."
The sticky toffee pudding was way better than expected - even better than chocolate."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 46 for Biga on the Banks
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Not worth the price
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"For its great reputation, Biga on the Banks did not measure up. The venison/quail entree was delicious (but not particularly innovative), as were the chicken fried oysters. But the roast chicken was overcooked and lacked any flavor and the pot stickers were no better than a Costco purchase. Service was nonchalant (or worse). The wine selection was good."
Dined on 04/12/2013
2009
Special Features: scenic view
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Review 47 for Biga on the Banks
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great restaurant. Fast Service.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great restaurant. Fast Service. Everyone from the greeter to the server were professional and ready help."
Dined on 04/10/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 48 for Biga on the Banks
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Didn't expect the tuna to
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Didn't expect the tuna to be cooked all the way through."
Dined on 04/09/2013
2003
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Review 49 for Biga on the Banks
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Chef is amazing. Had eight
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Chef is amazing. Had eight course chef menu, phanominal. Great experience, our server Michael was very knowledgable. highly recommend"
Dined on 04/08/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, hot spot
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Review 50 for Biga on the Banks
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Outstanding restaurant on
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Outstanding restaurant on the River Walk in San Antonio. The service was excellent and the food was superb. A must to visit if you are looking for a memorable dining experience."
Dined on 04/07/2013
2011
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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