Zinc Champagne & Wine Bar
(210) 224-2900
207 N Presa St
San Antonio,
TX
78205
29.4235
-98.4893
Neighborhood: Downtown
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The Scene
Inside the century-old building, the metal bar is surrounded on either side by floor-to-ceiling shelves stacked with bottles. An adjoining room and enclosed courtyard provide extra seating away from the televisions in the bar area. A mixed crowd keeps the place buzzing with energy late into the night.
The Food
Concentrating on fine spirits, Zinc gives diners a chance to sample from an extensive bar list. Champagne is the theme, but wine and aperitifs hold their own on a list that could serve as a manual on how to drink well. Cigars and vintage ports round out the impressive offerings. The menu is small but choice, with rich snacks like a lamb chutney sandwich, escargot and chicken pâtè with pear preserves. Lighter bread and cheese plates and desserts are also available. A different, full dinner menu is offered on Friday and Saturday nights.
User Reviews
Anonymous
August 08, 2008
I used to always go to Zinc but the service recently has been almost schizophrenic. When it's bad, it's terrible, but when it's good, it's one of the best bars around. The last few months have seen more bad experiences than good (so only 3 stars) but I hope they turn it around again. Great wine list, but service is really suffering right now.
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Richie38
January 20, 2008
I must disagree with the mostly negative reviews "Zinc" has gotten. I have been there at least five times and have always had a good to wonderful time. Regarding the service - our server offered to GO BUY US CIGARETTES WHEN WE RAN OUT even though they do not sell them there. Further, when it's cold out, the outdoor seating is accomodated with very warm thick Mexican blankets that you can literally wrap around you and outdoor heat lamps. It made it quite comfortable, cozy and romantic. The drinks not cheap but where in a major city ARE the drinks cheap? I have not eaten much there - mostly gone for drinks. The outdoor seating has a very cool ambience surrounded by walls covered in IVY. Soooo... I recommend it!!
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geomarshall
November 07, 2007
If you want to feel stupid about wine, go to Zinc. The servers are so rude and snooty that it's just uncomfortable being there. Ridiculously expensive wine list and smoky as hell. This place is well passed it prime - I prefer to go to Drink around the corner.
read full reviewThe Details on Zinc Champagne & Wine Bar
Look Good:
Zinc is located next door to Parchman Stremmel, one of the city's most reputable galleries. Time your dinner right and stroll down the sidewalk for an art opening.
Know Before You Go:
A full dinner menu is only offered on Friday and Saturdays from 5:30pm until 9:30pm. During the week, appetizers, hors d'oeuvres and sandwiches are served from 5pm to midnight.
Category:
Bars & Pubs, Bars & Clubs, Restaurants, Community Organizations
Payment Methods:
American Express, Visa, Discover, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Outdoor Dining, People Watching, Date Spot, Group Dining, Happy Hour, Notable Wine List, Bar Scene
