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    Rainforest Cafe

    2.5 (1k reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    RAINFOREST CAFE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Touristy
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups

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    Tuki's Turkey Club  BLT, shaved turkey breast, Swiss cheese, mayo
    Debbie S.

    Ambiance - Started with elevator being broke. Having a stroller they thought it was a good idea to sit us on the 3rd floor. Had to carry stroller up stairs. Everying was very compact and not much room to walk around. Service - waitress was not good. took a while to get the drink order, then again for the food order, then again to get the check. - 2 out of 3 orders were wrong when they got to the table. 1 was made wrong, the other was the wrong dish completely. And she forgot the kids drink twice. No plates with the appetizer (chips and dip). Drinks were never refilled. Food - my sandwich was ok but not good. Very little bacon on a turkey BLT. Kid's meal was good (where the 1 start comes from). Will not go back and sorry i went this time

    Flounder, vegetables, rice
    Jason P.

    Appetizer "AWESOME APPETIZER ADVENTURE" was actually good. We ate it all up. My main dish "JERK CHICKEN & SHRIMP PASTA" was spicy but tasty. One star taken due to my husband not liking his dish "Flounder, Vegetables, Rice". He mentioned it had no flavor and did not eat it after the first bite. We weren't sure if the waiter was new or not but he seemed to be flustered and we had a hard time hearing him. I mentioned to my husband that the automated animals were cool but it needed a little more lighting. But loved the cool concept of a rainforest. Cost was pretty okay.

    Fish-N-Chips
    Cherise B.

    We all know the saying: Everything is bigger in Texas, and this restaurant is no exception. I remember visiting the Rainforest Cafe in Tempe in 2001 and maybe a couple years later. It's a fun experience, but nothing like this location. This building has three floors. I honestly couldn't tell you what's on the second floor because I was too busy taking pictures of all the jungle flora and fauna, but the first floor has the gift shop while the third hosts the restaurant. There are fish aquariums everywhere, with one sporting a ginormous tortoise. We were seated beside a different aquarium, which was no less ambient. There are also "rainstorms" every thirty minutes, adding depth to the immersive experience of roars, trumpets, whoops, and squeaks. Our server Samantha was prompt and patient as my husband and I both took in the animals and aquatic life. She also brought us water without us having to ask before taking our drink and appetizer orders. I forgot I'm not a fan of the spinach and artichoke dip, though I feel I can be forgiven since it's been over twenty years. It's not terrible, but I've had better. The chips are unsalted, and I don't want to say stale, but they don't have the airy, light texture I'm accustomed to in Arizona. I ordered the Amazon fajitas with chicken, which were pretty good. The black bean salsa threw me off but it wasn't bad. It also comes with the traditional cheese and sour cream with pico de gayo. And I ate as much as I could before bringing the rest home. My husband opted for fish and chips with the same story: great but couldn't finish. One thing that surprised us both though was the coleslaw with pineapple. It's one of the strangest foods I've eaten while being pleasantly sweet. Loved it and would order more. Or at least learn how to make it because that was good. Toward the end of our meal, a photographer came by to take our pictures and wish us happy Valentine's Day. This place is a little on the pricey side with nothing under $26 (mostly over $30), but it's worth it for the entertainment factor. We didn't buy anything from the gift shop, but it was a lot of fun to browse and reminisce about our young adult years and memories of Rainforest. There were things we commented on that we felt our kids would have loved when they were younger. I had a great time and might consider returning next year. The bathrooms cracked me up with posters of lions that read King and Queen of the Jungle.

    In front of a baboon LOL
    Joani O.

    In town for work and walked over from my hotel for lunch. (The entrance is actually on the Riverwalk so you have to go downstairs.) The seating was on tbe 3rd floor of the restaurant. I sat by a baboon and an elephant. LOL There was a nice specials menu but it had no prices! The waiter said everything was $26.99. There were a few things that sounded good but I went for the bruschetta chicken with shrimp scampi and fettuccine Alfredo. It was a huge portion. I also had a hurricane which was super strong. I couldn't drink all of it. My waiter was very attentive and apologized for not being able to give me a to go cup. He did offer me one of the souvenir glasses but I didn't want to be walking around with it. I did have a picture taken and I bought it from the photographer as a nice memento. Overall it was a nice lunch.

    Kids gluten free shrimp alfredo
    Nicole V.

    We made reservations for my son's birthday. In the notes i asked if we could be near the snake since he LOVES snakes. They NAILED it! He had the most amazing view of the snake all through dinner. The hostess when we first arrived was amazing and interacted with my kids so well! I wish I got her name she was so wonderful! Their kids menu selection is great! My 3 kids all enjoyed their meals. Especially my son who can't have wheat. They accommodated him and were able to give him gluten-free pasta with the kids meal. Our server wasn't as wonderful as the hostess. When i asked about accommodations for the kids meal that seemed reasonable based on previous restaurants, she just said they couldn't do it. I asked for another and she responded the same way. I asked if she could double check and sure enough the manage came over and assured me they could easily accommodate the request. We did not receive refills on water and only the kids received refills on their drinks. Service was slow and scarce. My food was returned twice. It came out barely at room temp. When the new food came out, it was just a bit warmer but the steak was cooked well done instead of medium rare. He took the steak back immediately and returned with a perfectly cooked steak. They did remove my meal from our bill without us asking. I'd have to say the worst part was the bathroom though... the floor was sticky and smelled like old urine. In my opinion it rivals some of the worst gas station bathrooms. All in all we had a good time! Thankful for the fun ambience and my kids enjoyed themselves.

    Shrimp Sampler Platter
    Nayra B.

    You go for the experience. I've been to Rainforest Cafe a couple of times in my life and I'll admit, it's pretty fun if you can get into the vibe. This location's pretty neat as it's right on the RiverWalk, but its atmosphere is just like the others I've been to. I will admit that the animatronics here looked a little worse for wear if you actually give them a good look, but they're still entertaining all the same. I will note that 1) if you're not a fan of loud noises or flickering lights this place may not be for you and 2) this location's bathrooms are either very clean or very not. The food is simply alright. Think sports bar quality. Again you go for the experience, not necessarily the meal. Their drinks are normally decent, but this last time I went my party and I agreed that they were very much watered down. The Volcano was my favorite part of the meal, but then again I'm a huge fan of dessert in general. All in all I'd say that if you're in the area and interested, give it a go. I think you'll have some fun if nothing else. And thank you, Emily, for taking care of our large party!

    Quiana T.

    My 7yr old daughter loved the atmosphere. Very kid friendly with lots of decor. The meals were a shareable size so I would recommend considering that. I have a shellfish allergy so my selections were limited. I was unaware so keep that in mind. But the meal options were plentiful and sounded like they were full of flavor.

    Amazon Rainforest Burger
    Eve M.

    When we first checked in, we were told there would be a 45-minute wait. We decided to wait and explored the gift shop, but were pleasantly surprised when we received a text informing us that our table was ready after only a 10-minute wait. There is so much to see on your way to the table. I love the rainforest ambiance and the animals. After being seated and placing our order, our waitress told us we could look around the room. I really enjoyed that because there was so much to see. The service and atmosphere were excellent, but the food varied in quality. I ordered the Beef Taco Salad, which was a large portion and delicious. It had olives and corn at the bottom of the taco bowl; if you're not a fan of olives, you might want to ask for them to be removed. I've never had olives in a taco salad before, but I really enjoyed it. Another person in my party ordered the Amazon Rainforest Burger, which they said was okay but would prefer a burger elsewhere. I tried the fries, and they seemed to have been sitting out for a while. However, someone else in our group ordered the BBQ Bacon Cheeseburger and loved it. Despite the one dish that was just okay, I would return because I really liked the ambiance and location on the Riverwalk.

    Creole Mac N Cheese
    Melody C.

    Touristy, as expected. This Rainforest Cafe location is very touristy, which is expected given the nature of the chain and the area. The prices are very high but the portions are large. Prices are high especially if you get the novelty cups and accessories. We had no problems with our order. The food was good, but not spectacular. This place is huge. It's three floors of jungle madness. If you're willing to push past the cheesiness, noise, and long wait, you might really enjoy this. This Rainforest Cafe feels very dated and clearly hasn't been updated in the past three decades. If you have a kid yourself, they would probably love this place though. Our server was very attentive and really made our experience great. He was working hard during the evening rush when I came in. This is a fun place but there are some better local spots along the Riverwalk. If you come, don't forget to stop by the gift shop!

    Creole Mac N Cheese
    Iliana H.

    I hadn't been here in over a decade! I must echo the sentiment that you go for the experience over the food. There was a point where a server tried to bring us some food that wasn't ours. The appetizer sampler thing was good. They have fun drinks for the kids. My creole Mac was good, similar to the Cajun Alfredo at chilis. I do wish there was more of a "show" experience. Like maybe a song comes on and little light show. Idk just a little more interaction for the kids.

    Nelly L.

    Let's get to it, so obviously came here with my 2 year old who absolutely loved it and was able to be a kid and scream and enjoy the "rainforest". Service could be a tad better, friendly staff, but everything just seemed to be on slow motion and place wasn't even that busy. Food is was not good at all. I can't even compare it to anything. Possibly gas station on the go food. I would return for the simple fact that my kid enjoyed it, but we could come to order the very minimum like dessert or one appetizer and drinks.

    3D mini animals, my son loves these. We bought total 40 :)
    Oanh K L.

    Kid friendly place. There are 2 aquariums on the second floor where we sat, my son kept asking to go there and look at the fish. Food were good, nice size portion but pricey too. We got a frog character drink for my son ( cha cha cherry drink), he loves it so much. Only my husband finishes his sandwich, 3 of us had small box to bring back. The gift shop is definitely a hit too, my son found 3D mini animal, and we ended up got a lot for him to play with. Definitely keep him occupied for quite a bit.

    Taste of the islands
    Samantha B.

    I was...weirdly impressed by the Rainforest Cafe! As San Antonio local, we haven't been here since childhood but when searching for a place that might be open on Easter, for some reason all roads pointed here! We figured, why not, could be a fun story. The place was quite full considering the holiday, but we were sat right away on the top floor. Did I get immediately jump scared by an enormous snake? Yes. Did it stop my appetite? No. Propped right along a fish tank, our table got a server asap and our drinks as well as our appetizer was out in no time. Now here is where I became impressed, the Korean fried chicken wraps were crazy good! Not at all what I was expecting from a place like this. The taste of the islands was ok, but I think that was honestly just due to personal flavor preferences. We both ordered souvenir drinks which allow you to keep the glass cup and our server was kind enough to wash them out and wrap them up for us before leaving. They also recommended taking a stroll to the other floors to check out the decorations. I will admit, the thunderstorms and general noise level are...a lot. If you have sensory issues or prefer the quiet, this is not the place for you. But if you're willing to take a silly excursion and lean into the fun, I say it's a solid place to have a new experience! Also, a wildly random plus side for me and me alone, they have a penny press machine at the entrance. Not unique in itself, but one of the few left I have seen recently that still take quarter and your own penny rather than new machines that require a credit card and they force you to pay $5 for all 4 pennies. Takes away all the fun! So a little extra treat for me there.

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    Emerald and crystal were the best host to our party. my son had a gluten Allergie and they were quick to accommodate. will be back.

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    Well, we waited a while for the food. It was ok, nothing crazy. $100 for 2 burgers and a kids meal was kinda insane. Won't be back

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    Another great meal! Our server Brahim provided the perfect service: attentive, thoughtful, kind…read more Really enhanced our meal. For a starter we shared the cornbread with another couple and it was plenty for 4 people. If you are from out of town and looking for some Texas-shaped vittles or just want something substantial to stretch your meal I recommend it! Very tasty and filling. For my main I had the scallops with creamed corn risotto. It was a dainty portion but the flavors were nice. My husband had the short rib tagliatelle which he loved. It was very rich and filling. We had the buttermilk pie again for dessert and this time it tasted sweeter than I remembered. It was good but we couldn't finish it. Idk if it was my tastebuds or if it was different. Anyways still a great meal overall and we will be back!

    Great atmosphere, Great service. The price versus quality doesn't meet! My date had the lamb chops…read more The lamb chops were full of fat and untrimmed, this fat didn't add any flavor. They were cooked medium rare. I don't recommend the lamb. I had the red snapper filet. I was basically. The best thing about the entire meal was dessert! We shared a large slice of butter pie and ice cream. Other than that, the food was average to, not good I made the mistake of going to this tourist spot, inside of the la mansion hotel, $168 later, I can truly say that I would never recommend this restaurant!

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    Such a fun place located at the river walk you head up and are transported…read more Fun drinks and good food and such a great vibe experience Service was friendly and good Enjoyed our time after a boat ride and walk outside

    We really wanted to enjoy our visit to The Esquire, but unfortunately, the service made the…read moreexperience far more disappointing than expected. Our waiter, Matt, seemed extremely inattentive throughout the evening. We waited approximately 40 minutes just to receive our drinks, followed by another hour before he came back to take our food order. By that point, the long wait had significantly affected the mood of the evening, and I found it difficult to fully enjoy the meal. Fully understand that wait times vary but we were there very early evening and the place was not packed at all. Also, we were 1 hour before happy hour ended, and planed to really enjoy the special but because Matt's inattention to us were only got one drink in before the end of happy hour. It would have been great to have him stop by the table at least once before happy hour ending to remind us that the happy hour is almost near close what we'd like to get in another drink order....or even just come back by our table to see how we were doing! All together I think we were there for three hours mainly waiting on Matt. Meanwhile he was spotted several times on his phone or hangout at the front. The food itself was good, and the drinks were enjoyable once they arrived. However, attentive and timely service plays a major role in the overall dining experience, and the delays overshadowed the quality of what we ordered. We left feeling frustrated and disappointed rather than impressed. I would consider returning to The Esquire to give the restaurant another chance, since the food showed promise. However, I would specifically request a different server next time. I hope the management takes this feedback seriously because with more attentive service, the restaurant could provide a much better experience.

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    4.2(600 reviews)
    6.8 miUptown Loop
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    It was my first time trying Mama's Cafe, which I didn't realize is literally a hop and a skip away…read morefrom me :) ! I met a friend here yesterday for Sunday brunch. Luckily, we made reservations prior to the weekend so that we could get seated right away on a busy Sunday! I ordered "A Helluva Mess," and chose eggs sunny-side up and bacon, and also a strawberry mimosa and a creme brûlée latte to go with my entree :) ! My friend ordered the Huevos Hofbrau and a mocha latte :) ! I have to admit that it is really loud and boisterous on the weekends, much more so than I would like it to be! Because I am really soft-spoken, I would have preferred somewhere that is perhaps not as noisy. If come again, I most likely will try to come either really early in the morning when it first opens, or on a weekday during Happy Hour from 3-6 pm. Despite the noise, the host and hostess up front, as well as our waiter, were very warm and friendly :) ! I would definitely recommend this place :D ! But I just recommend making a reservation, especially for peak hours and weekends!

    Our waitress was fantastic, and generally the staff was good…read more The problem was the food. Queso was clumpy, old, and burned. Chips were stale. My eggs were cold and undercooked, as were the hash browns. Pancakes were okay- fluffy with a little browning, good texture but without much flavor. My friend had the fish tacos, and said they were good. Seems to be hit or miss, so getting the kitchen up to par shouldn't take much.

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    4.3(405 reviews)
    0.1 miDowntown
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    We stayed at Hotel Contessa for the weekend and enjoyed a few meals at Ambler. We were pleasantly…read moresurprised how great the food was! The Nachos were amazing, the Oatmeal, and on the weekends, the Chilaquiles were outstanding. Quiet place to eat on the Riverwalk. The BEST part was our server Adan. He made our weekend with his prompt service and happy attitude and stories. It was 106 degrees and he kept our Iced Teas on constant refills during the meal! We never did make it to 9 iced teas though, Adan! :) He deserves the best..great guy!

    Step into Ambler and Texas hits you like a proper cowboy: leather chairs, wood‑grained walls, and a…read moreriver view that whispers, you belong here. This isn't flashy it's honest, bold, and unapologetically Texan. The food lands like a punch: brisket smoked to perfection, chili‑glazed short ribs that demand attention, and Gulf red snapper with chorizo crust that makes your mouth sit up. Sides and sauces? No filler, just full‑flavored allies. The drinks are sharp, strong, and right. Mezcal Old Fashioneds, tequila‑bright margaritas, and cocktails that feel like they've seen the world but still know how to have fun. Service doesn't hover it knows the rhythm. The River Walk hums outside, music drifts in, and every bite and sip feels like it belongs to this place. Five stars. Bold, beautiful, and unmistakably Texas.

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    3.8(494 reviews)
    9.0 mi
    $$

    Ambiance- it's loud, many tvs w various sports events, like a fun 'chaotic' buzz w all the decor…read moreand energy. Service- been there twice & the service was amazing both times, super cute, well mannered, helpful, kind, friendly/ everyone from the host to bus boys everyone is like Chick-fil-A friendly (chicken n pickle lost this) Food- vibes one time we had burgers soooo gigantic and delicious!!! Fries delicious all of our party enjoyed our burgers This last time we had pizza, wings, tater tots and grilled chicken salad - oh goodness it was so yummmy! We had a toddler w us & they we so cool with us & with the little one Now I we know where to go for a laid back, loud fun, family friend, great service place to go when we want a cheat meal! Thank yall! Keep it up for some reason good food & great service are rare to find

    The appetizers were OK, typical Bar Food....almost not worth mentioning. We had Salads chicken was…read morefine and we order bacon bits which were scarce but they did cover the salad in these potato things which were gross. Waiter said it was fine and that I could pull them off.... Nice. I did and revealed quite a bit of ice-burg lettuce just getting a little brown.....maybe a free specs of bacon that costs extra.....they really push it also. I won't eat here again. Besides the place needing a really good cleaning..... everything. You'd probably be amazed how must dust you are eating when the air conditioning system starts blowing. Look at the picture frames and electrical outlets with power cords, blow up the picture and see. They don't bother cleaning the table sides or menu holders......YUCK So I tried with the on duty Manager in the ASH gray tshirt who I thought at first was the Dishwasher. He was Ok the first conversation, we told him we just wanted the table to be cleaned. They complied, took them twice though. The second conversation he listened but I could tell he couldn't care less, so I looked for reasons to not to call the Health Inspector and asked him for some??? He told me to call the Managing Partner and kinda laughed then walked off. I saw this place must be owned or Managed-by Texas Roadhouse...... what a shame, this place could be great !! It is NOT. Additional note: Restrooms were filthy and unattended, used paper all over and unattended trash overflowing. I just think this is a sign of poor Management at this location. Maybe some re-training is in order ?? The single bartender was also overwhelmed. Plenty of waitstaff checking phones, group talking where they could have been helping out other areas that needed attention. This is the Culebra and Loop 410 Location. I never had a problem at 1604 and Culebra/Shaenfield Rd. Location....... I just wanted to be clear.

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    Cappy's Restaurant - Weekend Breakfast

    Cappy's Restaurant

    4.4(849 reviews)
    3.6 mi
    $$

    Made reservations based on a locsl to San Antonio's 5 star Yelp Review!! Ironically, he is…read moretraveling in Ohio and I stumbled across his reviews. I went to see where he gave high marks in San Antonio. Cappy's was in his recent review list and only a 16 minute drive from our hotel on the river walk. My husband ordered the old fashioned that he enjoyed very much. I had SPANISH TONIC mocktail (chamomile, juniper, pink peppercorn, mint and lemon) it was lovely. We also had the shrimp and Brussels. OH my was it delicious. It's was a generous portion and I thought we'd not finish it, but we did. The use of chilli oil didn't make it too hot, but perfect. The shrimp were so light and perfectly fried. I ordered the mustang chicken. Wow was it delicious. The vegetables were perfectly roasted. I gave my husband the mushrooms but I ate the okra, carrots, zucchini and it was excellent. The chicken was soooo very tender and so flavorful! The mashed potatoes were heavenly! My husband had the Beef Tenderloin. It was perfectly prepared to his medium rare request. He enjoyed it very much. He also liked very much my chicken! He liked the fingerlings, but had more of my mashed potatoes ! These are not normal mashed. They truly are extraordinary! Mallory the manager came by to see how we were enjoying it. I explained how I found it and it was our first time. She offered a first timers dessert. I didn't think we'd have room, but we managed and had the Sticky Pudding. An absolute Perfect way to w d a perfect meal! Well done team! Have already told the hotel staff they need to go there and recommend yo people who want a wonderful meal!!! Hope to come again next time we visit San Antonio!!!

    The ambiance at Cappy's was great, and we were warmly welcomed when we arrived for our reservation…read more We had a drink at the bar while waiting for our friends, and the bartenders and staff there were friendly and attentive. Unfortunately, the experience changed once we were seated. Our waiter was incredibly short and came across as rude throughout the meal. When we asked for recommendations or some of his favorite menu items, his response was essentially, "I don't know what you like," rather than offering any guidance. The service somehow felt rushed even though the food itself came out slowly, and there were very few check-ins during the meal. When it came time for dessert, we asked to see a dessert menu and were simply told, "It's on the menu you have," which summed up the lack of hospitality we experienced at the table. I ordered the Mustang Chicken, and unfortunately it was very disappointing. The chicken was fatty, full of tendon, and tasted more like a frozen piece of chicken that had been dropped into a deep fryer than something I would expect from a restaurant at this price point. It's disappointing because the restaurant has a great atmosphere and our experience at the bar started off so well. Unfortunately, between the table service and the quality of the food, I would not recommend Cappy's based on this visit.

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