El Alma rises above Barton Springs Road with a rooftop patio, downtown views and contemporary Mexican cooking shaped by chef Alma Alcocer-Thomas. Local redfish, lamb, Texas quail, enchiladas, ceviches, and vibrant sauces give the menu range beyond familiar Tex-Mex, while tequila, mezcal, and inventive margaritas make happy hour especially tempting. It feels casual at lunch and celebratory after sunset, making it a flexible pick for brunch, a scenic date, or dinner with visiting friends.