Bliss Restaurant Menu – Contemporary American Dining in San Antonio

Q: Does Bliss have vegetarian or gluten-free options?

Yes, seasonal vegetarian and gluten-free options are available.

Q: Is there parking at Bliss?

Yes, Bliss has its own dedicated parking lot.

Q: Can I host a private event at Bliss?

Bliss offers private dining spaces for events.

Tucked in San Antonio’s charming Southtown neighborhood, Bliss is a chef-owned fine dining destination that earns its name with every visit. Chef-driven plates built around seasonal ingredients, an award-winning wine list, and a warm, unhurried atmosphere make it one of the most celebrated restaurants in the city. Whether you’re coming in for a special occasion or a weeknight dinner that just feels special, the food here speaks for itself.

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⭐ Award-Winning Fine Dining 🍽️ Contemporary American Cuisine 📍 Southtown, San Antonio

Top Dishes at Bliss, San Antonio

From delicate seafood starters to richly sauced mains, these are the plates Bliss regulars keep coming back for — chef-crafted, seasonally minded, and consistently excellent.

Why Bliss Stands Out in San Antonio

From its Southtown setting to its seasonally rotating menu and chef-owned warmth, Bliss has been earning its reputation as one of San Antonio’s finest dining destinations for years.

Chef-Owned & Genuinely Personal

Bliss is owned and operated by Mark and Lisa Bliss, and that personal investment shows in everything from the warmth of the service to the thoughtfulness of each plate. You’re dining in someone’s life’s work, and the kitchen takes that seriously.

A Menu That Keeps Changing

The menu at Bliss rotates seasonally, which means regulars always have something new to look forward to. The kitchen leans into what’s fresh and available, creating dishes that feel current and considered rather than predictable.

Intimate Rooms & a Beautiful Patio

With just 56 seats in the main dining room, a dedicated chef’s table in the kitchen, a private event room, and a scenic back patio, every spot at Bliss feels intentional. The atmosphere strikes that rare balance of relaxed and genuinely elegant.

Bliss Restaurant Full Menu — San Antonio, TX

Explore Starters, Salads, Entrees, Desserts, and Beverages at Bliss — contemporary American plates built on seasonal ingredients, served in the heart of San Antonio’s Southtown neighborhood.

Dish	Category	Price (USD)	Est. Calories
Starters
Hamachi Sashimi Tostadas — jalapeño avocado pico, ponzu, ginger slaw, yuzu vinaigrette	Starter	$27	~320 kcal
Oysters (½ dozen) — mignonette, cilantro water, squid ink crackers	Starter	$26	~120 kcal
Beef Carpaccio — shallots, sesame parmesan tuiles, capers, pepper, horseradish cream	Starter	$32	~280 kcal
Oyster Sliders — fried oysters, candied bacon, chive biscuits, spinach, hollandaise	Starter	$23	~420 kcal
Ahi Tuna Tartare — roe, avocado mousse, caviar, shiso tempura, coconut citrus broth	Starter	$37	~300 kcal
Mexican Street Corn Fritters — chili-lime butter, queso fresco	Starter	$18	~380 kcal
Spanish Octopus — crispy potatoes, white bean purée, avocado, citrus dressing	Starter	$24	~350 kcal
Bone Marrow — beef tartare, mustard, capers, parsley, toasted baguette	Starter	$26	~480 kcal
Fried Quail — fennel-parsley salad, gochujang butter	Starter	$23	~400 kcal
Salads
Arugula & Radicchio — almonds, figs, goat cheese, vinaigrette *GF	Salad	$18	~280 kcal
Kale Caesar — parmesan, mushrooms, Caesar dressing	Salad	$18	~300 kcal
Roasted Beets — orange, squash, walnuts, greens *GF	Salad	$19	~260 kcal
Entrees
Farro Bowl — figs, walnuts, greens, goat cheese, vinaigrette	Entree	$31	~520 kcal
Sea Scallops — mushroom risotto, roe, crispy leeks	Entree	$49	~580 kcal
Redfish — squid ink risotto, mushrooms, citrus beurre blanc *GF	Entree	$46	~560 kcal
Swordfish — fennel, cauliflower, citrus quinoa crunch	Entree	$44	~540 kcal
Half Chicken — garlic mash, piri piri cream	Entree	$38	~620 kcal
Duck & Foie Gras — squash purée, berries, arugula	Entree	$46	~650 kcal
Beef Short Ribs — garlic mash, mushrooms, carrots *GF	Entree	$45	~700 kcal
Hanger Steak — parmesan polenta, broccolini *GF	Entree	$44	~680 kcal
Desserts
Butter Cake — seasonal accompaniments	Dessert	Market Price	~500 kcal
Miso Brownie — chocolate, ice cream	Dessert	Market Price	~480 kcal
Chocolate Bar — signature dessert	Dessert	Market Price	~450 kcal
Seasonal Pastry — rotating selection	Dessert	Market Price	~420 kcal
Chef’s Table Experience
7-Course Tasting Menu — chef’s table experience	Chef’s Table	$150 / person	~2000 kcal
Wine Pairing — curated wine selection	Chef’s Table	$75 / person	~400 kcal
Beer
Craft & Domestic Beer — rotating selection	Beer	Market Price	~150 kcal
Wine & Sake
Wine List — red, white, sparkling selections	Wine	Market Price	~120 kcal/glass
Sake — curated selections	Sake	Market Price	~110 kcal
Dessert Wine & Port — after-dinner selections	Wine	Market Price	~160 kcal

Bliss Dining Decision Guide

Curated selections based on real Bliss menu items — optimized for fitness, weight control, and fine dining experience.

🏋️ Gym / High Protein Lean seafood, steak & protein-rich entrées.

⚖️ Weight Loss Mode Low-calorie salads, sashimi & light starters.

🌿 Light Eating Fresh, clean, low-fat ingredient combinations.

🔥 Comfort Indulgence Rich, buttery & elevated chef-style plates.

⭐ Signature Experience Chef’s top-tier tasting & premium dishes.

🌊 Seafood Focus Oysters, scallops, redfish & tuna creations.

🥗 Balanced Meal Smart mix of protein, greens & carbs.

🍰 Dessert Focus Signature sweets & pastry selections.

Bliss San Antonio — Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of food does Bliss serve?

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Bliss serves upscale contemporary American cuisine with seasonal ingredients and refined presentation.

Does Bliss serve alcohol?

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Bliss offers wine, beer, and sake but no spirits. BYO bottles allowed with corkage fee.

Are reservations required at Bliss?

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Reservations are recommended, especially on weekends.

What is the Chef’s Table experience at Bliss?

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A multi-course tasting menu served in an intimate kitchen setting.

Does Bliss have vegetarian or gluten-free options?

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Yes, several seasonal vegetarian and gluten-free options are available.

Is there parking at Bliss?

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Yes — Bliss has its own dedicated parking lot.

Can I host a private event at Bliss?

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Bliss offers private dining spaces for special events and gatherings.

Where is Bliss located in San Antonio?

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Bliss is located at 926 S. Presa St., San Antonio, TX 78210. You can explore more places on San Antonio restaurant menus.

Reserve Your Table at Bliss San Antonio

Come in for an evening built around plates like the Oyster Sliders, Braised Beef Short Ribs, and Georges Bank Sea Scallops — all crafted with seasonal care in the heart of Southtown. Book your table today and see why Bliss has been one of San Antonio’s most celebrated restaurants for years.

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