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    Bar Loretta

    4.5 (270 reviews)
    Open 5:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)

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    Brandy G.

    I've stopped into Bar Loretta multiple times throughout the years to enjoy their expertly crafted cocktails but have never had the pleasure of enjoying a meal here until this past week. I was stuck between a few different options from the menu because so many of their entrees sounded delicious and went with the recommendation of my server to order the Pan Roasted Pork Ribeye. Y'aaaaaaaaallll. When I placed the first bite in my mouth, it literally dropped back open in shock (very unladylike, I know) and muttered "oh my gosh" with my mouth full before I even knew what I was doing. IT. WAS. SO.GOOD. The combination of flavors (sweet, savory, tarte, and spicy) is one I wouldn't have thought would work ....but the combo of the deliciously tender cut of pork, combined with the smoked almond blue cheese gratine, jalapeño sweet potato mashers, and a blackberry jus was everything I never knew I needed in my life in a dish. Combine this with the always exceptional service and delicious cocktails and it was a perfect visit. I will 100% be back to enjoy this dish again and encourage you to check it out too if you have the opportunity to stop in for dinner.

    Loretta Burger
    Yunnán C.

    If you're looking for for a place with great food, great service, great atmosphere, & great service...look no further! Great spot for all of the above! Went for an early dinner at 5:30PM on a Saturday before checking out 2nd Saturday in Southtown. Sat at the high top at the bar, my only complaint is the chairs are not the comfiest if you're a big dude. Besides that, if you are under 250lbs, you are golden! I will say, hands down, they have the best Brussel sprouts in town. What a unique blend of flavors and flash fried to perfection! This spot is a must go, do not skip on this one!

    Virginia R.

    We came in for a quick date night without reservations on a Sunday night and were able to be seated quickly at a table. The atmosphere and location are perfect! It's warm and candle-lit with a beautiful bar and piano. We ordered 3 different drinks and they were all unique and tasty. I ordered the chasing ghosts which was served beautifully with orange garnish. We ordered the cheese plate as an appetizer and the flavors paired perfectly. I ordered a salad and a side of mac & cheese for a small meal. The salad was good, but the Mac & cheese was a little bit too rich and the green onion was overpowering. Overall, the service was good and this is a great spot to grab a drink and enjoy conversation.

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    Sarah V.

    Had the Loretta burger. It was really good the only thing bad which was the hard cheese it's different but tasty. The rest of the burger is good and the fries and I think they are made from truffle.

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    Jordan S.

    I love the ambiance here! Came here with a friend for dinner. We had the shrimp and polenta plate as well as the crispy chicken on a bed of veggies. It was incredible!!! The whole staff were super nice. Beautiful spot. GREAT bar! Amanda was especially amazing!

    Nice bar seating!
    Suzy H.

    We didn't make a reservation, but got a spot at the bar. Great service here, very attentive and friendly. The brussel sprouts were super crispy and amazing. I would come back for those alone. The food was all super flavorful and I recommend this place for both the food and the cool atmosphere. Parking isn't ideal, but this is a great area to walk around!

    Melanie S.

    The ambiance here is so cute, like much of Southtown and a really nice relaxed vibe inside. The staff are attentive and helpful and I recommend reservations if going in the weekend at peak dinner hours. I do wish they had a larger menu or more frequent rotation of specials. The beet salad was okay and a basket of fries to share always is going to be good.

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    Amy Y.

    Really enjoyed this spot in Southtown! Service was great, food was excellent. Don't skip dessert, the bread pudding was exceptional! Street parking available nearby

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    Oscar B.

    Food, service, Ambiance. We enjoyed it all, the Brussels sprouts with cotija cheese and the slight sweetness, ate that like it was popcorn. We got the Mac and cheese, creamy, cheesy but still amazingly light, very impressed, the green onion really added to it in a subtle way. She ordered the salmon which was perfectly cooked and came with potatoes, which actually worked well considering you expect rice most of the time. I got the brick chicken with like a Demi glaze, also perfectly cooked and good portion to even share but was a great meal overall. I recommend this place, classy but not pretentious, welcoming and good for date night or family night out. Well deserved 5 star and our server was attentive and clearly enjoyed working there, well done Bar Loretta, see you soon.!

    Rex C.

    San Antonio is another place for great food. Everything was top-notch here. Great food, great service, great decor. I really like how they had the old school vintage look in this place. I don't know what you would call it but I'm sure there's a name for it. The customer service was top notch. Bree did an outstanding job! Food: everything here was phenomenal. The quail was simply to die for. The fruit and meat tray that we ordered with cheese was the best. Oh my God that was so good. I could go back and order that as a dish that's how good it was. Also, my hamburger or if you wanna call it a smash burger was top notch. Every single bite was full of flavor and it was made to perfection. Their bread, pudding, the chocolate bread pudding with ice cream. Simply amazing. I like the Decor like I said earlier one thing I really enjoyed is how they restored the old-school hardwood floors. What a great touch and look. Another thing it stood out is how they did the tile work with the name in the Tile . I thought that was a unique touch. This is a great establishment and I will come here every time. I'm in San Antonio .

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    Farrah A.

    Such a cute date spot. Or grab-a-drink-with-a-friend spot. My friend and colleague (shout out to Fernanda F!) dropped in during the neighborhood's First Fridays... we were able to immediately grab a seat at the bar and order a glass of red and a cocktail. The bar is dark, sultry - a mix of romantic vibes at a very vintage dive. Service was extremely helpful and welcoming to boot. Had it not been for the delectable food photos I now see on Yelp, I wouldn't have known they're a full-service restaurant "serving elevated, modern Texas cuisine." I'll put a pin in that for next time I'm in SA.

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    Brooke D.

    Bar Loretta is such a vibe! The building has so much character and charm, it's adorable! The service was amazing and the waitress was the sweetest. Great ambience for a cozy and elevated date night. We started with Sauvignon Blanc. The Steak Frites were 10/10 and the garlic butter on top was a perfect touch! The Mexican Chocolate Mousse and the Grandma Edna's Apple Crisp were amazing!!! Will be trying all the desserts in rotation and will definitely be back!

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    Ruthie W.

    Earlier last week, we decided to take Dad to @barloretta for dinner. It would be a first for Dad and it's been a while since I've been there. Dad had Lemonade, Hubby had Big in Japan, and I had Ride or Die. All great drinks! Hubby and I shared the Caesar Salad. We all shared the bread service and Brussels sprouts. I got Dad Quail and Mac & Cheese. I had Lamb Chops and Hubby had the Fish of the Day, swordfish. Everything was tasty. We ended the meal with the French Toast Brulee, a little different yet sweet ending.

    Chasing ghosts cocktail - terrible btw.

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    The Food was AMAZING compliments to the chef I had the steak and it was cooked to perfection

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    Overpriced everything no parking venue is small but cozy food was ok but not for the price 2 drinks was $30

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    Order the Loretta Burger. Perfect ambience. Delicious food and cocktails. Wonderful staff. We absolutely love evenings at Bar Loretta.

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    Underrated spot. Hard to order away from their "Mariachi" drink, it's very good. Not very filling entrees

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    The service is always good and the food is even better our family LOVES this place and we go anytime we have new company over

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    3 years ago

    Food & drinks are outstanding. First class. They open at 4:00 & it is a must try. Highly recommend

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    Great food! Outstanding service! John Paul is Awesome! We love this place and will definitely be coming back to dine with our friends here.

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    Great selection of food and uniquely crafted drinks. Adorable atmosphere. I would definitely recommend!

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    The food, ambiance and service are was fantastic! We will definitely be back in the near future.

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    Ask the Community - Bar Loretta

    Is there a dress code for dinner?

    It is a bit upscale, but I don't think there's one. I went there after work in my scrubs. Saw a few construction guys in jeans and t-shirts. Didn't see any shorts, but wasn't really looking. This time of year downtown/southtown you'd be hard… Read more

    Do they take reservations?

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