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    3.6 (1.1k reviews)

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    Moderate noise
    Romantic
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Pasta Havana - vegan and delicous!
    Steve G.

    Good place. We have been here a few times, especially before show the Tobin center. We had a salad that was outstanding and some chicken that was just OK. All in all it was a good place. A little bit pricey for the Porsche sizes that she had but we would still recommend it. Try the Tostones!

    PUMPKIN CHEESECAKE  Pumpkin Butter; Candied Pecans, Whippe Cream
    Patricia L.

    Ocho is a place that first catches your eye with its soft colors, sunlit windows, and river views, and then wins your heart with food that feels like a love letter from Havana. We started with a bright, perfect margarita, then dove into Cuban Black Bean Hummus with poblano corn relish that could make a preacher cuss. The Ceviche Del Dia was ocean-fresh and clean, and the Pescado Zarandeado, marinated in achiote and laid over Congri, tasted like it had a story to tell. We finished with a Pumpkin Cheesecake so rich and warm it could've been October on a plate. The service was tremendous, the kind that makes you feel looked after without ever being rushed. A meal at Ocho isn't just dinner; it's a memory you'll tuck away for the days you need to remember that the world can still be this beautiful.

    Overcooked eggs!
    Marcos D.

    I was wondering why this establishment had only three stars. It has a nice ambience, the drinks are good, and some of the food is acceptable. But a business that turns away customers 45 minutes before closing is not a welcoming or efficient restaurant - my companion who owns restaurants was shocked at the authority given a bartender to turn away customers 45 minutes before closing. In the past I've had the pancakes and carnitas with were good but any egg dish comes extremely overcooked, mine and the couple next to me had the same problem. My self and my companion live in the area and this is the second time a special event has restricted access to the restaurant. The first time we were granted partial access, but this particular bartender was not in charge. This time she was adamant and rude! - no access 45 minutes from closing. Nice we live nearby, we would've been regular customers-WE WILL NOT BE RETURNING!

    Sopa Pillas
    Debra F.

    The ambiance was nice overlooking the River but the view is best because of the trees and foliage surrounding it. The service was a little slow but the food arrived hot. I did not like the sopas. They tasted like they were cooked in old oil and they were hard to eat. I ordered spinach salad with grilled chicken. The chicken was a little dry but the salad was fine.

    Ribeye
    Laurence P.

    On business and looking for some nice Cuban food and boy did we enjoy it! Nice patio sitting, very quiet and cozy. Great service and the food was out of this world! Flavors were on point, and every single dish was a mouth watering experience! On the Riverwalk (kinda), if you enjoy good food, you will absolutely LOVE this place!

    Liz P.

    The patacones guapos and tacos del lechon were very savory and delicious . Unfortunately, the ribeye was supposed to be medium but it was dry and crunchy. The yuca fries were like bricks. Being that I'm Latina, I can honestly say these were the worse yuca fries I ever attempted to taste.

    Bocadillo
    Nunu E.

    Very cute restaurant! Nice design and great for photo ops. The menu is very unique, even for San Antonio- there's a fusion kinda of vibe to it, Cuban/Pan Latin. The drinks were delicious, refreshing, and stiff! We came for dinner and our waiter was very attentive.

    Sour margarita but awesome old fashioned drink!
    Charmaine S.

    We had a great time celebrating a wedding reception in Ocho Restaurant! The setting was beautiful and the weather was perfect. The food was so good and the open bar was good as well. The margarita was too sour but the old fashioned was great. The waiters and bartenders were professional-- The dance floor was quite small but we all had an amazing time!!! The entrance of the hotel was perfect for the fireworks send off!!!

    Pan de plátano
    Michelle V.

    We came for brunch after staying a night at hotel Havana! We love how beautiful the indoor conservatory area is - so cute and service was great! We tried the pan de plátano (banana bread) - delicious!!! We loved it so much both loaves were finished no problem! I got the Cuban hash and my husband got the chilaquiles with eggs added and we shared both entrees! We loved the mix of both and would get everything again!

    Jennifer W.

    We were really excited to try this place, but ended up feeling underwhelmed by the service and the prices. On a Friday evening, we were one of only a few tables in the restaurant. Our server wasn't mean, but it just felt like we were interrupting his time to talk to the other staff with prices like these, you kind of expect to have a little bit warmer service. It always felt like we were trying to track him down. . And the rest of the staff seemed just as ambivalent. If it were just for the ambience, I would've given four stars. It's not really a popular or busy part of the Riverwalk that it is on, but it's nice to see the river outside. . All the glass is dazzling and I thought the vibes were good. My husband thought the place could look cleaner, but I thought that was an effect they were going for to not be too perfect. If I were giving reviews based on just food, I would also give this place four stars. Everyone liked their meals. I got the ribeye and I thought it was a bit too salty. The portions were not that big either. Maybe 3 1/2 stars if that were an option based on the price. And the menu is not that big, so it feels like it should be perfectly executed. Overall, we thought the food was pretty good, but none of us want to come back. This is a neat concept that we were really excited about and hopefully they can get it together to be a better place to eat

    Mari G.

    Came here for date night! The Aguacate ensalada was tasty and refreshing. Had a very light dressing on it. There was even a little bit of pomegranate in it, and everything was so fresh.

    Jay J.

    We went on a day that was nice enough to sit outside on their small patio area. It was beautiful ! The food was as expected from a fine restaurant like this. I had the chilaquiles and it was delicious. Now I did upgrade and got carnitas on top so that was a hefty additional cost. Nevertheless it was worth the price. Overall delicious and I highly encourage you to try OCHO at the Havana Hotel. They do have indoor seating if the weather prevents you from sitting outside. So I did want to say, if you are craving Tex-mex food, you are going to be disappointed because there are no tacos, Barbacoa, huevos rancheros, sweet tea on the menu. This is a Spanish restaurant so just be aware if that's what you are looking for.

    Fried Plantains With Queso Fresco Brussels sprouts
    Amy P.

    Peach was our server-amazing doesn't even cover how terrific she was!! We tried so many things and almost all of their food is GLUTEN FREE!! They don't have traditional iced tea, tried a new one, olive tea-glad I tried, won't have again. Lamb was beyond delicious, so tender and full of flavor. Stuffed pork chop was mouthwatering!! The non-gluten free had the Mexican brownies as well. Overall portions were GREAT, flavor made us want to stay another day, and our server was the best!!

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    Peach was an amazing waitress! Courteous, helpful and sweet. Drinks are delicious! Will definitely return!

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    Perfect for Tobin Pre show dinner. The Cuban inspired food is great! Excellent food and service.

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    Do u need a reservation to get in?

    No but it helps

    Is there a long table or private room for a group of 10-15 for a birthday dinner?

    Yes. There is a private room outside the courtyard area. I saw a bridal shower there during lunch.

    Is their free parking on site or nearby?

    You can park in the hotel parking lot but it's a small parking lot! Also there are other places to park not that far from the place.

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