High Praise

3.8 (26)

$30 and under

Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service

111 E Pecan St, San Antonio, TX 78205

About this restaurant

Charming
Great for creative cocktails
Romantic

Nestled high on the rooftop, tucked among lush greenery, you’ll find the plush seating of our pool-side bar and lounge. By day, it’s your ultimate urban oasis, serving vibrant cocktails and shareable hand-held snacks; by night, we subtract the sun, but add vinyl DJs and live music to create a scene that’s effortlessly cool. Day passes and cabana rentals are available, or just come on up for a cocktail at the bar or in the lounge. Up here, it’s all good

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, American, International
Hours of operation
Fri 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–6:00 pm
Phone number
(726) 238-4660
Website
https://highpraiserooftop.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Cash not accepted, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Andres Farias

Location
111 E Pecan St, San Antonio, TX 78205
Neighborhood
Downtown
Parking details
Valet
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Hot For The Mule$18.00
vodka, blood orange, lime, ginger beer
The Tipsy Peach$18.00
toki whisky, peach, lemon
Desert Rose$16.00
tequila, desert pear, ginger, watermelon, lime
Blossom Babe$16.00
gin, elderflower, simple,lime
Garden Striptease$18.00
vodka, cucumber, lime
Morning Sunshine$18.00
tequila, pineapple, smoked jalapeno, lime, agave
Forbidden Kiss$18.00
rum, guava, lime, simple

Our Classics

Mary Pickford$16.00
planteray three star rum, pineapple, grenadine, luxardo maraschino liqueur
Daiquiri$15.00
planteray three star rum, lime, simple
Paper Plane$15.00
bourbon, aperol, amaro nonino, lemon
Naked & Famous$16.00
dos hombres mezcal, aperol, yellow chartreuse, lime
Corpse Reviver #2$16.00
tanqueray gin, cointreau, cocchi americano, lemon
Sidecar$18.00
remy martin vsop, cointreau, lemon

Draft Cocktails

Classic Margarita$14.00
lalo blanco tequila, cointreau, lime
Texas Pink$14.00
tito’s handmade vodka, pink lemonade, texas sweet tea

Zero Proof Cocktails

Autumn in Paradise$14.00
ritual zero proof rum, apple spice syrup, ginger beer, lime
Mediodia$14.00
ritual zero proof tequila, cinnamon syrup, grapefruit, lime
Currently Vibing$14.00
ritual zero proof whiskey, pineapple, lemon, vanilla

Wine

Lunetta Prosecco$12.00
veneto, italy
Veuve Clicquot Champagne$30.00
champagne, france
Chardonnay$12.00
california
Sauvignon Blanc$12.00
ancient lakes, washington
Moscato D’Asti$12.00
veneto, italy
Rose$13.00
côtes de provence
- Bottle$52.00
Cabernet Sauvignon$12.00
columbia valley, oregon
- Bottle$48.00
Pinot Noir$12.00
california
- Bottle$48.00

Austin Eastciders

Blood Orange Hard Cider$8.00
Austin, Texas, abv 5%, ibu n/a

Independance Company

Native Texan$8.00
Austin, Texas, abv 2.5%, ibu 36

Highwheel Beerworks

Betty Kolsch$8.00
San Antonio, TX, abv 5.4%, ibu 14
Hefeweizen$8.00

Independence Brewing Company

Favorable Conditions West Coast IPA$11.00
Austin, Texas, abv 6.5%, ibu 60

Real Ale Brewing Company

Axis IPA$11.00
Austin, Texas, abv 7%, ibu 70

Cans

Bud Light$8.00
Coors Light$8.00
Corona Extra$8.00
Dos Equis Lager Especial$8.00
Miller Lite$8.00
Guinness Irish Dry Stout$8.00
Heineken Lager$8.00
Shiner Bock$8.00
Stella Artois$8.00
Modelo Negra Lager$8.00
Karbach Hopadillo IPA$8.00

Zero Proof Cans

Heineken 0.0 Lager$8.00
Athletic Run Wild IPA$8.00

Seltzers

White Claw$8.00
black cherry | mango | watermelon

Canned Cocktails

Austin Cocktails$12.00
bergamot orange margarita | cucumber vodka mojito | red’s ruby cocktail

Bubbly

Sparkling Limoncello$10.00
sparkling wine, lemon
Garden Spritz$10.00
sparkling wine, bitter, orange, herbs

Small Plates

Truffle Deviled Eggs$15.00
summer truffle, aioli, black tobiko, chives, parmesan
Cheese and Charcuterie$40.00
chef’s selection of cured meats, local cheeses, marcona almonds, whole grain mustard, cornichons
Marinated Olives$10.00
orange zest, herbs, roasted garlic, olive oil
Shrimp Cocktail$24.00
bloody mary cocktail sauce, candied bacon, queen olives, pickle red onions
Steak Tartare$26.00
dijon, capers, shallots, ajo aceite, parmigiano reggiano, grilled sourdough
Burrata$24.00
cherry agridulce, baby arugula, olive oil, grilled sourdough
Guac - Chips - Red Salsa$16.00
house made guacamole, red salsa, chips
Seasonal Crudite$16.00
hummus, tzatziki, chef choice vegetables, nann bread

Salads

Caesar Salad$15.00
baby gem, radicchio, white anchovies, tomatoes, parmigiano reggiano, crostini
- Chicken$9.00
- Steak$14.00
- Shrimp$10.00
- Salmon$12.00

Large Plates

until 9:45 pm, all sandwiches served with choice of fries or house salad

Grilled Chicken Sandwich$18.00
brioche bun, cheddar cheese, bacon, avocado, lettuce, tomatoes, secret sauce
Classic Hamburger$16.00
tomato, pickles, onions
Crispy Chicken Tenders$16.00
BBQ, Ranch, Fries

Sweet Endings

until 9:45 pm

Tiramisu$12.00
mascarpone mousse, coffee cremieux, ladyfingers, what's brewing espresso, cocoa powder
Banana Creme Tart$12.00
dulce de leche, banana cream, vanilla chantilly, chocolate

Sweet Drinks

The Velvet Flame$18.00
milagro reposado, licor 43, what's brewing espresso

Reviews

OpenTable reviews from verified diners

Reviews from people who have dined at High Praise.

3.8

(26)

3.7Food
3.8Service
4.1Ambience
3.5Value

Noise • Moderate

26 Reviews

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Miwa
New York City4 reviews
1.0
Dined on January 19, 2026
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
We booked the table for 7pm. The restaurant was supposed to open until 10 according to the hotel info board, but they decided to close early that night due to a slow day. The door was locked, but the lights were on, music was blasting, and we could see someone was inside. We knocked the door but no one cane to explain the situation. Since this restaurant is within the hotel, we talked to the hotel manager. She comped our meal at hotel’s lounge bar and took care of us.
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Miranda
San Antonio1 review
1.0
Dined on December 28, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
We were ignored by the bartender and barely acknowledged by the bar back. No hostess was present to seat us. The hotel is advertising an event they are no longer having, which they should have mentioned when asking us to confirm our reservation. Do not recommend this bar anymore. Disappointed after a great time last year.
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M
San Antonio1 review
2.0
Dined on November 9, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 4
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 4
Overall the rating would be very high except for the service or lack of. We made reservations for the rooftop venue. We stood around at the entrance to be greeted but no one ever did. There was a live singer accompanied by a guitarist and 2 patrons at the bar. No one appeared to be working. We finally went outside where our reservation was for and it was vacant which was nice, but no waiter came to serve us . I sought out the only staff I could find, the bartender and he said all the waiters called in. He said we could place our order with him which we did. I’ve never experienced such poor and unprofessional service. Overall the venue has a nice view, the food is not bad, but the management/ownership clearly doesn’t care about customers.
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Jennifer Gold
San Antonio8 reviews
2.0
Dined on August 9, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 4
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
The service was terrible. The drinks took forever to come out with 1/2 of them being a draft beer. No bartending needed. One was non alcoholic and two were cocktails that came out about 10 mins separately. The appetizer was a cold dish and was just a dip and crostini and took 50 mins to come out. Never go back again.
High PraiseResponded on August 22, 2025
Jennifer, Thank you for your feedback. I am very sorry for your experience. I will speak with both the service and bar staff to ensure this does not happen to any other guests. Sincerely, James
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Monica
San Antonio11 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 12, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
High Praise is an experience. The indoor/outdoor bar concept, the unique drink options and whole the vibe of the Secret Garden pop-up was the perfect backdrop for my sister's Birthday Girly Gathering. Special shout out to Andy our server who was very attentive and James the General Manager for making our group feel special.
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Pricilla
Denver1 review
5.0
Dined on May 31, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Took my girlfriend here for her birthday and we had an amazing time. The drinks were fresh, the food was great, and the vibe was a 10/10. The DJ kept the energy up all night. Huge thanks to our waiter Andy and manager James for the outstanding service. Definitely coming back!
High PraiseResponded on May 31, 2025
Pricilla, Thank you for your kind review. We are so happy you celebrated with us. You really did bring life to the night. We hope to see you again soon. Sincerely, James Brown Restaurant General Manager
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michelle
San Antonio6 reviews
4.0
Dined on May 29, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Really liked the decorations in this place, nice rooftop view from 3rd floor and a relaxing vibe. Free valet parking which is a super plus, prices for drink were ok could be a few dollars cheaper,
High PraiseResponded on May 31, 2025
m, Thank you for your feedback. I am glad you enjoyed The Secret Garden. We hope to see you soon. Sincerely, James Brown Restaurant General manager
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Christy Gold
Austin47 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 17, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is a hidden gem!! Quaint but cool place to hang out (inside or out). The Salmon dish was one of the best I have ever had. We had several fun drinks and there was an amazing DJ, his music mix was so creative and sent out a positive vibe. Great music and food, but there was no crowd, but there should have been! Drinks were fun and creative!
High PraiseResponded on May 17, 2025
Christy, Thank you for your wonderful review. I will pass along your kind words to both our Culinary and Bartending teams. We hope to see you again soon. Sincerely, James Brown Restaurant General Manager
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Caitlin
San Antonio1 review
4.0
Dined on April 27, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
High praise is beautiful and we got to experience the Secret Garden room which was great. An amazing duo was playing R&B. However, their kitchen has apparently been closed for a month and they only offer a few snack options. The real food menu is still online everywhere so we were planning on ordering real food so that was a real let down for my friends birthday. Drinks were okay but kind of small for price. Overall we liked the ambience so much we’d possibly come back.
High PraiseResponded on May 13, 2025
Caitlin, Thank you for your feedback. I am sorry that you were disappointed with the disconnect with our food offerings. We have updated the on-line menu and are working on expanding the menu. We look forward to your return, Sincerely, James Brown Restaurant General Manager
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TreyG
San Antonio2 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent service. Validated parking downtown is unheard of and valued. Great drinks and love the food menu diversity! The entire experience is just fun.
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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, American, International
Hours of operation
Fri 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–6:00 pm
Phone number
(726) 238-4660
Website
https://highpraiserooftop.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Cash not accepted, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Andres Farias

Location
111 E Pecan St, San Antonio, TX 78205
Neighborhood
Downtown
Parking details
Valet
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

Business casual is the guide at High Praise, aim for neat, polished but comfortable attire rather than anything formal.

High Praise is open Friday 5:00 pm–10:00 pm; Saturday 12:00 pm–10:00 pm; and Sunday 12:00 pm–6:00 pm.

High Praise is a rooftop pool-side bar and lounge with plush indoor seating, multiple outdoor rooftop patio areas, and a named Secret Garden room.

High Praise shines at night, the rooftop adds vinyl DJs and live music for a lively evening vibe; if you prefer something calmer, early evening (around 5:30 pm) or quieter nights have been observed to be less crowded.

Yes, High Praise offers rooftop experiences like day passes and cabana rentals, and it also hosts pop-up events and seasonal specials (for example, Secret Garden and holiday pop-ups and rodeo-themed offerings).

Yes, High Praise’s plush rooftop lounge, live music and several guests’ positive date and anniversary visits make it a strong choice for a special evening.

High Praise is a poolside rooftop lounge with plush seating, vinyl DJs and live music, offering indoor/outdoor seating, city views and a stylish, photo-ready vibe.

Yes, guests note High Praise is rolling out a new menu and the venue has hosted themed pop-ups and holiday drink features.

Yes, High Praise’s rooftop, poolside bar and lounge offers outdoor seating and rooftop patio areas where guests often dine and enjoy the views.

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Our Cocktails

Hot For The Mule$18.00

The Tipsy Peach$18.00

Desert Rose$16.00

Blossom Babe$16.00

Garden Striptease$18.00

Morning Sunshine$18.00

Forbidden Kiss$18.00

Our Classics

Mary Pickford$16.00

Daiquiri$15.00

Paper Plane$15.00

Naked & Famous$16.00

Corpse Reviver #2$16.00

Sidecar$18.00

Draft Cocktails

Classic Margarita$14.00

Texas Pink$14.00

Zero Proof Cocktails

Autumn in Paradise$14.00

Mediodia$14.00

Currently Vibing$14.00

Wine

Lunetta Prosecco$12.00

Veuve Clicquot Champagne$30.00

Chardonnay$12.00

Sauvignon Blanc$12.00

Moscato D’Asti$12.00

Rose$13.00

Cabernet Sauvignon$12.00

Pinot Noir$12.00

Austin Eastciders

Blood Orange Hard Cider$8.00

Independance Company

Native Texan$8.00

Highwheel Beerworks

Betty Kolsch$8.00

Hefeweizen$8.00

Independence Brewing Company

Favorable Conditions West Coast IPA$11.00

Real Ale Brewing Company

Axis IPA$11.00

Cans

Bud Light$8.00

Coors Light$8.00

Corona Extra$8.00

Dos Equis Lager Especial$8.00

Miller Lite$8.00

Guinness Irish Dry Stout$8.00

Heineken Lager$8.00

Shiner Bock$8.00

Stella Artois$8.00

Modelo Negra Lager$8.00

Karbach Hopadillo IPA$8.00

Zero Proof Cans

Heineken 0.0 Lager$8.00

Athletic Run Wild IPA$8.00

Seltzers

White Claw$8.00

Canned Cocktails

Austin Cocktails$12.00

Bubbly

Sparkling Limoncello$10.00

Garden Spritz$10.00

Small Plates

Truffle Deviled Eggs$15.00

Cheese and Charcuterie$40.00

Marinated Olives$10.00

Shrimp Cocktail$24.00

Steak Tartare$26.00

Burrata$24.00

Guac - Chips - Red Salsa$16.00

Seasonal Crudite$16.00

Salads

Caesar Salad$15.00