Casa Rio - first commercial restaurant on the River Walk

Casa Rio, established on the San Antonio River Walk in 1946 at its current site, is recognized as the first commercial restaurant to operate along the River Walk. The restaurant became an early example of the River Walk’s role in shaping the city’s dining culture and tourist experience, known for its colorful outdoor dining and Mexican cuisine. Casa Rio’s long-standing presence reflects the development of the River Walk as a central cultural and social corridor in San Antonio.