50 Best Seafood Restaurants near Helotes

“We had the pleasure of being waited on by Keba last week. He was very friendly, and took the time to go over all of the new items on the menu. He informed us that this location is a “tester location”, so they have more options on their menu than other locations in San Antonio. Highly recommend the redfish - it was delicious.“

“First time here. Very pleasant experience. Food was excellent, service was excellent, atmosphere was amazing (sat outside). Have nothing bad to say about this place, I very highly recommend checking them out, we'll definitely be going back soon to try their fajitas!"“

“Food was great, just as expected from a highly rated BBQ/Hotpot restaurant. Wait time was totally unreasonable, had waitlisted ourselves 2 hours in advance and arrived around 6:30pm (5pm I waitlisted us on yelp for a spot and as per the app our table should have been ready between 7-7:30) but we had to wait an additional 50 minutes until we were able to sit at 8:20 because they over booked. We were a group of 6 who drove all the way from Brownsville to celebrate my BDay only to be delayed a great amount of time without any proper update as to how much longer the wait could be. There were a few more people who also complained so we weren't the only ones. So my 2 cents is that weekend dinner service is crazy busy and KPot needs to step up there game and really need to make some adjustments. Also update your menus tip surcharge bc we were charged 18% for a group of 6 even though your menu clearly writes 18% is for a group of 8 and above. When I questioned the tip was told it's automatically entered because we were a group of 6. Didn't want to complain bc we were there to celebrate and already were frustrated from the nearly 1 hour delay to be seated.We did enjoy the food and drinks that's why I didn't lower the rating. We chose the BBQ&hot pot option which was lovely and even got a happy birthday song, mini cupcake and the mascot visit...unfortunately no teddy ( which I didn't even know was provided until our server informed us that was provided) because my bday was on the 20th and we came on the 23rd missed out on the teddy. But what to do when as mentioned we live 5 hours away so no way would we have made it on Friday after work.“

“The atmosphere was beautiful, with great jazz music and our favorite singer Ella Fitzgerald. Our server was excellent and offered suggested. Journey accommodated us beautifully with world class customer service. It was a pleasant lunch. The food was delicious and there was a nice selection of wines. A great place to dine. This was our first visit and we will definitely come back again with friends.“

“1lb snow crab spicy was delicious and oooff I'd have more if I could to be honest.Catfish basket also really good.Service was good other than forgetting things 3x.Drinks were on point as well as the atmosphere.Honest opinion as someone with a baby to find an almost falling apart changing table was awful. Had to use my knee to hold it together, just no. That's a huge safety hazard infant/toddlers can get hurt. You guys need to change it ASAP, and if the mens one is the same, likewise.Parking: The free lot is very spacious.Kid-friendliness: Sandbox kid friendly for sure, vending machines as well.“

“Food is consistently good. Very good flavor and quick service. I enjoy the Baja Fish Tacos the best and get it almost everytime I go. The restaurant is small and nothing special to see but for a quick bite it is a nice stop. The employees have always been very nice and helpful. Highly recommend as a place to go.“

“Food is good and fresh! I love the Oysters on the half shell and their Oysters Rockefeller. The Salmon is always perfectly cooked! Drinks are great and hubby says the beer is nice and cold! Sitting outside or at the bar is our favorite place to sit. Nice place to visit if you haven't been by give em a try. Their service is good and you can't beat the Mimosa priced at $4.00.“

“food was great !! the price suits the service and food quality. very good oysters. I thought it would be a bigger restaurant but the limited space made me and my wife feel more special. the lighting was dim and warm and our server was great. food came out fairly quick“

“Everything was AMAZING! It was our first time here and we were welcomed with "Oyster nachos" and a few soups to try out. All of the items were so delicious. My wife's recommendation is the "Lobster Bisque", and mine is the "Gumbo". Our waitress Amal, was amazing, funny, and very professional. Highly recommend this place if you want great seafood at an amazing price.“

“Love the food here,Everything is always Hot and Fresh and So delicious! The severs are always attentive and I appreciate that the manager will stop by and check on us as well. The place is always clean when we come by. Always a great time at this Willie’s,Will return soon“

“First time coming to a Willie’s and it was very nice! Some of the food seemed a bit bland for my taste (I’m use to overly seasoned Louisiana Cajun boil) but this place is real nice! The loaded fries are super good and the sides are great, fried pickles were my favorite started and I tried the shrimp taco while my wife had the ribeye taco!The volume level was surprisingly nice, it wasn’t overly loud but still had that bar vibe to it. My wife and mom don’t like really loud restaurants but they both made comments on how nice it was to be in there!“

“A nice date night place if you want to throw down on good Japanese food. The all you can eat menu is decently priced. Food comes out prompt and delicious and the wait staff are great, bear in mind the place gets busy but that is imo an indicator of a good place to be. Come hungry!“

“Unexpected treat for my mother's birthday. A table with a great view was already available when we walked in.Our original choice was going to take over an hour wait. Muchas gracias to our waiter Javier again for the wonderful service. The food was also spectacular and authentic.“

“Having a meal at Perry’s is always a great experience. We were immediately greeted by our server, Gibby. We dined at the restaurant last night and had the 10 ounce fillet, macaroni and cheese, and twice baked whipped potatoes. The steak was perfectly cooked at medium rare and very hot. The macaroni and cheese was great, The twice baked potatoes were melt in your mouth delicious!The service was fantastic. Gibby seemed to appear whenever we needed something, yet he did not hover.There are a number of high-end steakhouses in San Antonio, and Perry’s never disappoints! We definitely will be back.“

“Was just looking for a place to eat without much fuss. Much better than expected! Both the service was excellent and the food.We got kids chicken nuggets, chicken fried steak with mashed potatoes, Mac n cheese, fish n chips, fried pickle chips, and margarita. We were impressed with all the food! Also multiple servers/bussers stopped by to assist us with things as we were needing them. We don’t like being bothered frequently. It was a really good balance of attentive without hovering :)Kid-friendliness: Quick to help with getting extra silverware for baby and assisted when her bottle rolled a few feet away“

“Me and my fiancé love the food here especially the Birria pizza! Well anything Birria is really good we haven’t tried the other food yet but I bet it’s just as delicious! And every time we come the service is always great never fails to always cater to our needs and always very nice“

“I was searching for a good mariscos place because the norm here is to go to El Bucanero, which I find not to be good at all. However, I stumbled upon this restaurant and I absolutely love it. I always recommend this place to my family and friends, and they are never disappointed.“

“Ricardo knows this menu extremely well! He made excellent recommendations! Absolutely great service, and food! He and the young lady he was training, were very attentive to our table. Looking forward to telling more people about this place and about his service! Keep up the great work and we'll see you on the next one!We had: pork chop, pescatore, chicken Napolitano, eggplant and calamari. All great!“

“First off, the atmosphere is so beautiful! This place is perfect for a romantic dinner, a happy hour lunch on the weekends or even salsa dancing! Lauren was at the bar and she was amazing from start to finish. Super friendly and easy to talk with and she made 2 fantastic espresso martinis for me. I had the Sofia fries, garlic and onion mushrooms, (I forget the name of the dinner plate off hand but will update!). The food was fantastic and is a wonderful, refreshing change from your everyday SA staples. Totally recommend coming at least once! I will absolutely be back to check out the salsa dancing & piano bar!“

“Just had a wonderful experience at Umberto's. My girlfriends and I got together for lunch here for the first time and everything was amazing. Started out with appetizers, if you like mushrooms the stuffed mushrooms are a must, they are overflowing with cheese, spinach and sausage. Calamari was nice and crisp, the bruschetta was nicely seasoned. Main dish especially included chicken parmigiana, Umberto's penne pasta with shrimp and chicken griglia. All delicious, chicken griglia was so refreshing with basil, lemon and garlic. The shrimp in the Umberto's pasta were huge and the fresh vegetables squash, spinach and mushrooms were cooked perfectly. Of course we ordered dessert which included cheesecake, cannoli, creme brûlée and tiramisu. Will definitely be back with my family!! Huge portions, great service, nice atmosphere!!“

“Went yesterday and sat by the bar and was greeted by a gentleman named Jay. Great attitude and helped recommend me the meatball appetizer. Meat was cooked perfectly and the drinks didn't taste watered down. I then ordered a margarita pizza as well and highly recommend if you go by. Overall was really happy I stopped by and received great customer service from Jay!“

“My new favorite Mexican restaurant in San Antonio!!! Delicious!!! Tried a couple different chicken enchiladas - ? yum!Dietary restrictions: My friend is allergic to several allergens including dairy and gluten - the server and chef were very careful!!!“

“This hidden gem is outstanding. I went for the first time Monday night. There is not a single complaint I can think of, all of the employees are welcoming and friendly. The food is delicious and always fresh. I would highly recommend eating here :)“

“Our server was Grace And she was awesome. She didn't only serve us but we were able to talk to her about life. She told us about her family. We shared about ours. It was just a great time. She's just a great person all around and definitely. A good sister to her brother Thank you Grace And thank you Red Lobster “

“Ruby’s is amazingly good Indian food!!! What a gem!! We had gone for a walk around OP Schnabel Park, and thought we would give Ruby’s a try, and we are so glad we did. Everything was delicious! We made our order to go and everything was well packaged. The portion sizes were generous and the prices were totally reasonable. They are also super friendly and more than happy to help if you have any questions. We will definitely be regulars.Vegetarian options: Indian food is a great option for vegetarians, so much to choose from.“

“Last Sunday, Robyn of Ma’s Ranch and Rescue had invited us to the Easter Bunny Bash at the Culebra Creek Park on the west side of town. I found @mariscosdelpuerto1 not too far from the park on Culebra and we headed there for lunch before the event.The place was very intimate and definitely full of customers. Dad and I had the Limonada Agua Frescas, and Hubby had Topo Chico. There was so much on the menu to choose from. We decided to try the Ceviche Pescado (fish), Caldo de Maricos (seafood), Mini Capitan, half dozen Ostiones (oysters), and 3/3/3 fish, shrimp and fried oysters with fries. So much fresh and good food. Paola was our server and she was very busy with the crowd. Glad we ordered medium-sized dishes as the portions were generous. If you’re ever on the west side of town, check them out.“

“It’s hard not to get hungry writing about this, one of my favorite restaurants. As I write, I both recall fondly the many times I’ve come here for the mushroom matar masala, saag paneer, and chicken tikka masala, and look forward to the many times more I’ll return for exactly that and the friendly folks who work here. Please give this a shot!“

“I hit this place on a Friday afternoon around 3-4p.m. and even thou the restaurant itself was not busy at all when I walked in, the parking was another story. So be ready to park on the back parking lot, behind the restaurant.. Now that being said, all I can say is YUUM about my food!! I ordered a boil of 1lb. headless shrimp ($9.99), 1lb. little neck clams($9.99), 1lb. Snow crab legs ($29.99), all in sweet garlic butter sauce and (very) mild spiciness. Each bite was a warm mouthwatering bite of fresh seafood deliciousness. You also have quite the options as sides or to add in your boil bag (such as: sweet corn on the cobb, andouille sausage, boiled potatoes, sweet potatoes, rice, etc.,) I chose to add to my boil (aside of my seafood) some andouille sausage and corn, plus white rice on the side. I was not very impressed with the white rice as it lacked the right texture or flavor for steamed rice, so I'll probably skip it next time. Like I previously mentioned, when I got there, the restaurant was not busy; but, a couple hrs later as I was leaving, it got busier with family groups. The ambiance was a bit too loud with music and large screen tvs for my liking.. but I can easily ignore that as I focus on my bag of deliciousness. If you are looking for full flavor and a fresh seafood boil that doesn't get lost in a bag of spices, then this is a great choice to treat your fancy. Just be ready, take a deep breath, and look at the pictures full of seafood deliciousness when the cashier says the total $ amount for you check!“

“This place never fails. Sweet Lady at the window giving us our order and taking payment. This is my family's go to anytime we crave Chinese. You can call ahead and pick it up at drive thru. We had combination Lo mein, Veggie Delight with white sauce(great for the kiddos), fried rice and wonton soup. The wonton soup had more soup in it but I couldn't resist.“

“We ordered chilaquiles with guajillo sauce and the tacos dorados con papas. Both were so delicious and way more than the 2 of us could eat. Breakfast potatoes, beans flour tortillas and different salsas also came with our meal that were great! Service was excellent, we chose to eat outside and we both agreed we will return soon!“

“Absolutely delicious! I had my four month old baby with me without my husband joining a group of friends for a birthday. I asked the server if he could please get my steak cut up for me. He was like absolutely that way I could hold my baby and feed myself without having to use my knife.We will be back!!“

“Can't believe it took us this long to visit Pappadeaux. The food was outstanding. The portions were decent. The service was outstanding. The drinks were tasty and well balanced. I almost felt like I was back in Europe, in a very positive way, with the pace in regards to time between courses and the no pressure to "hurry up" as is so common. We're definitely looking forward to our next visit. If I had to pick on anything, it'd have to be prices, but nowadays everyone is taking the opportunity to bump prices. If I am going to pay a premium, then I expect the food and service to be on point. And it was.Parking: Plenty of parking all around the restaurant. There is a guard driving around keeping an eye on things as well.Kid-friendliness: Plenty of kids in the restaurant while we were there. We had some young adults with us also. They were treated well, many options for them, and they enjoyed their meals.Wheelchair accessibility: The restaurant is wheelchair accessible.“

“Beautiful restaurant!! We had a short, but FANTASTIC experience. My sister and I visited during my lunch break as we were recommended there by some of my coworkers. Max was our waiter and he was amazing. He was very quick and attentive and made great recommendations. Unfortunately, we received notice of a personal emergency right as our food was brought out- Max was so kind and brought us a variety of to-go boxes and drinks to take with us in a hurry. We paid quickly and will definitely be back for the full experience!“

“Came here for lunch. Our waiter's name was Hector, Hector was very helpful in explaining the steaks. I asked for his recommendation on what steak to order. I went with the T-Bone. I must say it was an excellent choice, it was cooked perfectly. Thank you Hector for the great advice and excellent service.“

“I love this place n my food it was delicious!! one of the best places To have a good, family dinner 100% recommended we had a good waiter his name is Javier very friendly and very attentive to our table ? I recommend this place super delicious dishes! !!“

“We went there for crab and definitely got crab! We waited for 30 min being that it was 5 pm on Saturday night. We got a margarita flight and all of them were tasty,but a little pricey. You got 4 small mason jars for $20 ish dollars. My friend and I split a boil. I liked that you could choose the seasoning and heat. We got calamari for an app, it was alright kinda chewy, but the sauce it came with was fire! My boyfriend got the redfish and he said it was super dry and the rice and veggies it came with were bland. Our boil was great we got crab, sausage, shrimp, potato, and corn. I loved the flavor. They took a bit to bring us bibs and gloves and once they did we dug in but they were out of crab crackers. They said they’d bring them when some were clean, but never did. So we used our forks (might have gotten bent them by the time we were done but oh well) our bill was $144. I might go back if I’m feeling a crab boil, but otherwise meh.“

“I wanted to give this 5 stars so badly but I couldn’t, I’ll explain why:Pros:Good locationAmple parkingCozy sittingDifferent menu optionsMain entree tasted good (pizzaoila dish)Clean restroomsCons:Soup was luke warm, cold after a few sips(cheese tortillini)Only 8 tables (had to make reservation for a weekday afternoon)Pricey- $53 for me and my wife (was charged regular price drink for my 2 year old daughter)Salad was overly drenched in ranchMale server appeared rude to other clientsIt was a decent experience, but not worth the price IMO, I support locals businesses but changes could be made“

“Delicious Chinese food with wonderful service!We went at lunch with a big group (20), so I was worried it might take awhile, but Julia took our orders and got the food to the tables in no time. It was fresh and tasty. I got the General Chicken, which had a ton of flavor and was cooked well. Egg roll, hot & sour soup and rice were on point. A great experience and a place I will definitely go back to.“

“This is not just food, it is J. Alexander's. That means all food cooked well and served warm/hot and delicious.I took some family there tonight and I said, honestly, "If your food isn't a solid 9/10, then it's not to their standards". I urge you to give this a try and send anything back if it's not a 9/10 or better. I bet you won't return any food!“

“Great place if you enjoy loud live Mexican Banda & Norteño music. Food is ok. Drinks are expensive and decent. Overall its a good place to enjoy being out withoit the need of being in a club! Plus the kitchen is open all night!! So you eat, drink, sing, dance...repeat!!!Kid-friendliness: See kids here all the time. There are a few games and a balloon clown that makes awesome balloon art!!!“

“I'm so excited to tell you about Tacos and Chelas! ?? I recently had the pleasure of trying their street tacos and birria tacos, and let me tell you, they were out of this world! ?? The street tacos were filled with tender, flavorful meat and topped with fresh cilantro and grilled onions on the side. The birria tacos were a burst of rich, savory goodness, with perfectly seasoned asada and a side of flavorful consommé for dipping.The guacamole was perfectly made with great flavor the red salsa had a great spicy flavor and the salsa verde was flavorful and spicy ? The combination of flavors and textures in both tacos was absolutely divine. The staff was friendly and the atmosphere was warm And welcoming , making the whole experience even better. If you're a fan of street tacos and birria, Tacos and Chelas is a must-visit spot! ?? Enjoy ? And I’m very picky with my Mexican food?!!“

“I was in town for a friend’s BMT Graduation (USAF/Lackland) and stopped by to get some West African flavor. He’s Nigerian and hadn’t had Nigerian cuisine in almost two months. The food was on par with other West African/Nigerian restaurants that we’ve gone to on the East Coast. As usual, you get large servings of great food at an affordable price.“

“It was better than i expected. The fried shrimp were crisp and tasted great but the veggies that were cleary from a freezer bag was not very appealing. The calamari was tender and the breading was crisp. My favorite was the ceviche verde! The flavor was on point!“

“We had a great experience at this place. Starting with the Service, our waitress Liz was excellent, the food was also so delicious!. The manager,Valerie, came to our table and ask about our experience and also gave us instructions as to how to reheat our left overs! Oh and the drinks, I had a LadyBayou...Awesome!!! Peroid!“

“Have visited this location multiple times and my husband and I have always had a great experience. Food is delicious and the drinks are excellent! If you visit, ask for Patrick! Best serve we've had, he had such an amazing attitude and was so attentive. He made our date night even better!“

“Just perfect. We ordered the Mango sticky rice (dessert first, because it was that kind of day) it was beautiful and delicious. Then we shared the Thai Ginger which was amazing and well presented. The waitress and hostess were kind and knowledgeable. The atmosphere was intimate and quiet. The food was tasty and affordable. Five Stars from me. Thanks!“

“Great customer service. Marwan (our server) was super cool and his manager as well. She speaks Arabic so everything was way easier because of her.This was our first time here but will be here from now on because of the great food and friendly staff.“

“Everyone, and i mean everyone, from the owners to employees are polite & friendly. You are greeted with a smile from everyone! The food is good, i wish i had taken a picture. I had the Chicken Taquito plate, my husband had the steak fahita enchiladas. I do believe the food is all homemade, it looks and taste like it. I definitely recommend this restaurant! Hopefully you will get Mona as your server, she is so nice, helpful, and attentive without being annoying.“

“This was our second or third time at Bourbon Street and I've got really mixed feelings about it. Each time we've been there, it was not crowded - so much so that we almost didn't go in. We walked in and the floor by the front door was sticky - like a soda was spilled and not cleaned up. The food was good - I had the shrimp creole with dirty rice and it was really good. My wife had the linguini Mardi Gras and she said it was fairly bland. Portion sizes were very good! We sat at the bar and the bartender was more interested in talking with one of the regulars than providing good service. He rarely, if ever glanced our way to see if we needed anything a I had to interrupt their conversation twice to ask for a refill and salt & pepper.“

“I picked up a to-go order for me & a friend; we were nearby & I walked. Bought a bacon & egg taco, a bacon & potato taco, & a canned soda. Tacos were good!Atmosphere is airy, lots of space because it's not crowded with tables. Came at the lunch hour. There's a small bar with stools in the corner. They serve draft & bottled beer, have a full bar for cocktails, & can make micheladas (beer cocktails).Wheelchair accessibility: Ramps are available, but if a friend has a rollator or wheelchair, no automatic doors. Must hold door open.“