Biga On the Banks   

203 S Saint Marys St # 100
San Antonio, TX 78205
210-225-0722
www.biga.com

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As its moniker suggests, this fine dining establishment's proximity to the San Antonio River is its claim to fame. Located on a stretch of the watercourse that is noticeably less commercial than other parts of the River Walk, Biga offers much more than an exceptional view. A popular upscale dining destination for tourists and convention-goers, Biga features no boring menu, as the featured fare changes nightly. Meal starters include smoked salmon nachos and chicken fried oysters. If your discerning palate requires fine wine with your meal, you'll likely find Biga's selection of Texas wines and one-of-a-kind vintages impressive. Dining alone? Or eating on the run? Then the nightly Noodle Bar and Sunday's Hot and Spicy brunch may be more your style. A subtle bonus to Biga's ambience is its tasteful artwork, which ranges from quirky wall-mounted bread pan art and a bottle-gourd sculpture to fine paintings. For the full Biga's experience, reserve the Chef's Table for a multicourse sampler with a full view of acclaimed chef Bruce Auden at work. -- Chris Jones