We went to Viola's Ventanas expecting some Tex-Mex comfort food - enchiladas and chips and queso. What we got was so much more. We started on recommendation from the staff with the Queso Flamedo. L…

We went to Viola's Ventanas expecting some Tex-Mex comfort food - enchiladas and chips and queso. What we got was so much more. We started on recommendation from the staff with the Queso Flamedo.…

We went to Viola's Ventanas expecting some Tex-Mex comfort food - enchiladas and chips and queso. What we got was so much more. We started on recommendation from the staff with the Queso Flamedo. L…

Took my friend Shelley for birthday lunch today. We both had margaritas (hers was jalapeño), and the chicken enchilada special. We shared an appetizer of nachos camarones. Delish! The service…

Wow! Just wow! Great food. Great staff. Had incredible fajitas. Was treated so well by the patio staff and listened to beautiful music. We met the proprietor who was so appreciative that we came. I…

We had a family reunion dinner on Viola's patio and it was wonderful! Lovely ambiance, with trees growing around us, a children's playground within view, and a musician playing in the background. \…

One of the few top tier Mexican restaurants left in town after Jacala burnt down. Everything I've tried is great, thier chips are incredibly delicious.

Our food was excellent. We got the fajitas and they were so good. The staff was so kind and helpful. They have an outdoor space and playground for kids. Very family friendly. We would go back anyti…

Wonderful place for our bridal party. The service was top notch. You will absolutely have a great experience at this venue. Highly highly recommend.

Wonderful place for our bridal party. The service was top notch. You will absolutely have a great experience at this venue. Highly highly recommend.

We had a wonderful dinner at Viola's Ventanas. The drinks were yummy and the food was hot and delicious. The atmosphere was fun and the restaurant is large, so plenty of seating. All of the sta…

We had a wonderful dinner at Viola's Ventanas. The drinks were yummy and the food was hot and delicious. The atmosphere was fun and the restaurant is large, so plenty of seating. All of the sta…

We had a wonderful dinner at Viola's Ventanas. The drinks were yummy and the food was hot and delicious. The atmosphere was fun and the restaurant is large, so plenty of seating. All of the sta…

Absolutely the most amazing restaurant I have ever been to. I tried the Puffy tacos and it was the best decision I ever made 10/10. I think I could eat one everyday of the week. We got the opportu…

Great food at a reasonable price. It was very nice inside. Great service! Everyone was very friendly and accommodating. We went for a late lunch and got our food quickly. Outside cantina for even…

People come here for the drinks and ambiance. The food is good if you know what to order. I loved the cheese they used on the quesataco. Not too greasy and delicious. The poblano dip was SO good and the à la carte tacos were good as well. I’m not a fan of overpriced Tex mex, but if you know what to order you will have a great time here. The kids loved the playground

Rose Hernández

We were a group of 13 with a short notice reservation for an outside table. The wait was just a few minutes, the waitstaff was incredibly polite and efficient, and the food was great. The only downside was the o erwhelmed bathroom plumbing because thrre were so many patrons that day. Still, they opened up the teeny staff restroom to us and i was happy. I love this place.

Lideiva Delgadillo

We celebrated my cousin’s 45th birthday here. We were outside and it got pretty hot. The owner’s should think about putting fans with misters outside. We went on a Tuesday and they had a crispy taco plate (2) with rice and beans for $7.99, I believe only on Tuesdays. I had the prickly pear margarita, which was good frozen. I also had the jalapeno with cucumber margarita which was double the price and was not worth $15.50. I should have returned it, I got it on the rocks. The crispy taco plate was worth $7.99, yet I would not recommend you get the drinks unless they have happy hour. All in all the service was good and the 2 crispy tacos with rice and beans were good. They also have jewelry for sale. Nice place. Our servers were patient and kind for such a large party of about 35 people.

Durga Garcia

Food is really good. Camerones tropicales is my current favorite. But the chicken flautas are also super yummy. They have a shaded play area for the kiddos and a back patio that caters to big parties. Food and drinks just take a really long time to come out. I can order to go, and it will be faster than if we are sitting in. Drinks also take a really long time. But overall would recommend Violas!

jennifer Redinger

The food was very good, but our server was not experienced and had a hard time understanding how to time good service. We waited almost 45 min to get our food and he just really didn't get how to give good service. Nice guy, just not there yet. The outside is beautiful and the atmosphere is ok. I would go back hoping g for a different service experience.

Sandye Kalmus

We came on the spur of the moment. We sat outside and let me say it is a beautiful set up outside, the food was really good, we even had entertainment with a singer. It was fun.. our waiter was very nice as well

+3

Ray Flores

Overall, it was a nice experience. Our waitress was great, and the atmosphere was outstanding. One nuisance. There were fruit flies flying about. 🫤 🪰 However, the food was mediocre. Nothing amazing. We ordered the Parillada Platter ($99) for 6 and added the shrimp (+$20). Lots of food but not the highest quality. The short ribs were tough, pork chops & chicken were overcooked, and bacon was cheap. The beef fajitas, shrimp, and grilled onions were very good, though. So, I would recommend skipping this platter and opt for the fajita plate. Also, I ordered a House margarita and my wife ordered Top Shelf one. Definitely avoid the House as it was watered down (see last 2 pics). This restaurant has so much potential with its beautiful scenery and great service!

+5

Heather Brown

The patio is a beautiful place to sit when the weather is right and the food is delicious. On this most recent visit we enjoyed flautas, enchilada sampler, shrimp poblano nachos, and chicken enchiladas in poblano suace. We especially enjoy the chips, queso, and frozen margaritas. The ambience on the patio is the best part of a visit here.

Green

The food was pretty good. The queso was a bigger hit than the guacamole. The enchiladas were the best overall. We got all our food to go. It was super nice that they included silverware and napkins without me asking. They took a bit to have it ready. I do like that they do alcohol to go at a affordable price. The place was pretty packed so it was hard to find parking.

+1

Juan Diaz

Great ambiance at this restaurant! You can choose to eat inside or outside. It is pricey($15+), but it also has plates for a reasonable price($7+). Food is good. Kids can enjoy playing at the huge playground area that the restaurant has outside. However, we didn’t give a five star because they don’t have hot chocolate, oatmeal, nor fresh lemonade. Also, there is a part of the playground that has not been fixed since the first time we went, on September 2022. Other than that, this restaurant is enormous and spacious. An awesome place to dine and chat with friends or family time.

Queso dip and food was slightly warm, more on the cold side. The restaurant is beautiful and service was ok.

Queso dip and food was slightly warm, more on the cold side. The restaurant is beautiful and service was ok.

Queso dip and food was slightly warm, more on the cold side. The restaurant is beautiful and service was ok.

Food wasn't as tasty as I had hoped for. When the plate came out it was hot but the red sauce on top looked dry as if it had sat for while under the light. The rice was bland. chips and salsa was g…

Our church had a fundraiser meal on the outdoor space at Viola's. The setting was lovely and relaxing (helped by moderate fall temps). The standard food (chicken fajitas) and beverages were very go…

ambiance out back was cool. Flies were outrageous. Prices were wayyyyy too high for decent food. Won't be going back.

We were seated immediately, but for some some odd reason we were only given one menu. We both ordered magentas which came out fast. After a reasonable wait we received our main dishes, both of whic…

Outstanding meal great service nice young man. The drinks were outstanding. We had fajitas which were some of the best I had The rice was good just a very nice meal

Outstanding meal great service nice young man. The drinks were outstanding. We had fajitas which were some of the best I had The rice was good just a very nice meal

Outstanding meal great service nice young man. The drinks were outstanding. We had fajitas which were some of the best I had The rice was good just a very nice meal

Disappointment. Beautiful place. server was very attentive and pleasant. Unfortunately the food was totally bland, unremarkable, boring, overcooked….kind of insulting to be in San Antonio. We’v…

Disappointment. Beautiful place. Server was very attentive and pleasant. Unfortunately the food was totally bland, unremarkable, boring, overcooked….kind of insulting to be in San Antonio. We’v…

We have been going to Viola's since it opened. The quality of the food and the ambiance have always been great. Nevertheless, the changes they have made as far as charges are not what you would ex…

We enjoyed our dinner outside while listening to the entertainment. It's just a nice setting. Our food was good and the server was nice.

If the food is as good as clean as these bathrooms are; then I hope the kitchen is clean as well. We had a large party more than 30 people and only 1 waiter that was also serving 2 other tables. I hope 🤞 they can hire staff to clean the restrooms and organize a 1 waiter to 10-15 guest policy. Took over and hour to get our drinks and food order put in. It’s not the waiters fault, it’s the fault of the business owner that likely isn’t paying their staff a fair wage to keep staff employed given I was told by management they are extremely short staffed. It’s unfortunate and we won’t return given the large number of business we can choose from in such a large city.

Let me just say this place is so beautiful! From the inside to the outside the area is well taken care of. If it wasn't so hot I would have definitely enjoyed sitting outside because they have a pl…

This is a beautiful restaurant and that's the best thing I can say about it. Went with a group of friends expecting to order off the lunch menu only to find out that IF your group is a certain over …

Maria Morrell

Horrible Food. They changed all the Mexican food to be some crazy version. Fideo has squash and chicken added. The rice has peppers in it. Everything has to be spicy or overly greased. Definition of TEX-mex. Do not recommend.

We sat there for 10 minutes and our waiter never even came to take a drink order. When walking out he was sitting there talking on the phone.

We sat there for 10 minutes and our waiter never even came to take a drink order. When walking out he was sitting there talking on the phone.

First and last trip to Viola's. Went on a Tuesday for their lunch special. Opens at 11am. Doors were locked. did not see anyone inside, lights on. waited, then called no answer, went ahead and left…

To start off, the food was flavorless. We waited 20 minutes just to be helped and the service was very slow. The "Spanish rice" had no flavor and the refried beans tasted like they were canned. The…

Service here is always a bit questionable but this last visit it was non-existent. My wife and I went there but never saw a server. We were quickly sat at a table by the hostess. Then we waited almost 15 min with numerous servers walking by the table, looking at us, but never even acknowledging us. My wife went to hostess stand to ask that someone come to our table but nothing changed for 5 min so we ended up leaving. Very disappointing since we live nearby and food is usually good.

Always had enjoyable experiences the few times I’ve been there, with delicious food, but this Friday totally changed my perspective on this establishment. Me and my family came on a fairly busy night and felt totally ignored because the service focused on certain group of people or social class. People were seated before us even after arriving later than us with no reservation, and when my family was seated we waited more than 15 with nobody coming to our table to check on us or take order, while other tables we’re tentatively taken care of, and served with a smile while us totally ignored. The only difference I can distinguish was skin complexion and maybe social status. I’m a blue collar man, who sometimes doesn’t have time to throw on best clothes for dinner but no excuse for the attire I have on, we shouldn’t be shunned for a good meal or service.

Craig Soliz

I recently dined at Viola’s and, unfortunately, was left disappointed. The food was significantly overpriced for what was served; it honestly tasted like something you could get at Taco Cabana for a fraction of the price. The service was another letdown. Despite the restaurant not being overly busy, it took 30 minutes just to get our queso and a full hour for our meals to arrive. The staff seemed overwhelmed, which made the wait feel even longer. If you’re looking for a place with decent ambiance to impress a first date (and don’t mind splurging), Viola’s might work for you. However, if you simply want a satisfying meal and efficient service, I’d recommend looking elsewhere. There are better options in town for both quality and value.