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Ácenar Mexican Restaurant on the San Antonio River Walk
Ácenar is located on the San Antonio River Walk in downtown San Antonio at the river level of Hotel Valencia, at 146 E. Houston St. San Antonio, Texas 78205. Our waterfront setting places guests steps from major hotels, attractions, and nightlife that The Alamo City is known for.
Yes. Ácenar sits directly on the San Antonio River Walk and features the largest patio overlooking the river, making it one of the most scenic Mexican restaurants in downtown San Antonio.
Ácenar offers contemporary Mexican cuisine inspired by regional flavors of Mexico alongside beloved Tex-Mex favorites. Our menu blends traditional recipes with modern culinary techniques.
Guest favorites include the Jicama Shrimp Tacos, Cochinita Pibil, enchiladas, fresh tacos, and a variety of house specialties made with bold flavors and beautiful presentation. See our full menu of Mexican cuisine here.
Yes. We offer vegetarian dishes such as Mushroom Tacos and Calabacita Tacos, along with other items that can be modified. Please ask your server for further details.
Happy Hour is offered in the Cool Bar area and includes special pricing on cocktails, beer, wine, and select appetizers. Visit our Happy Hour page for current times and offerings.
Reservations are recommended, especially on weekends, holidays, and during downtown events when River Walk traffic is high. Guests may use our reservations page here to book ahead of time.
Yes. We are a favorite for large parties visiting the River Walk. Our team can accommodate group dining and special arrangements with advance notice. See our options and communicate with our events coordinator here.
Yes. Ácenar has multiple private dining rooms and event spaces that are ideal for celebrations, corporate dinners, weddings, and rehearsal dinners. See all of our private rooms available, including our patio that is open to the River Walk, on our Private Events page here.
We host weddings, rehearsal dinners, corporate events, networking mixers, holiday parties, birthday celebrations, and many other special occasions. You may speak to our events coordinator with specific questions about your event at gus@acenar.com.
Our spaces range from intimate rooms for 12-15 to large-scale celebrations. We can even accommodate full restaurant buyouts for up to 400 guests.
Yes. Our patio overlooking the San Antonio River Walk provides a memorable setting for private parties and receptions. View our event spaces and details here.
Simply submit an event request through our website here or contact our events team at gus@acenar.com or (210) 222-2362. Our events coordinator will help plan menus, layouts, and details.
Yes. Many companies choose Ácenar for business dinners, client entertainment, and professional gatherings thanks to our location and service.
Definitely. Visitors love our River Walk views, proximity to downtown hotels, and menu that showcases contemporary Mexican food in San Antonio.
There are several garages and parking options in downtown San Antonio near Hotel Valencia. Many guests also walk from nearby hotels or River Walk attractions. Refer to our Parking and Directions page for more info.
Yes. Ácenar is easily accessible directly from the River Walk pedestrian level, along with private River Barge Dining access.
Yes. Ácenar is partnered with Go Rio Cruises and is one of the designated docking locations. Special arrangements can be made for guests who want to enjoy Ácenar cuisine during their river cruise. For more info, visit our River Barge Dining page.
River barge dining experiences typically accommodate up to 18 guests. Contact our management team to coordinate details at gus@acenar.com or (210) 222-2362 or visit our River Barge Dining page for more info.
Yes. Gift cards are available here and make a perfect present for anyone who loves dining on the River Walk.
Our combination of contemporary Mexican cuisine, dramatic architecture, vibrant design, and the largest patio on the river creates an experience unlike any other in San Antonio.
