50 Best Bars in San Antonio

“Thank you Stephanie for being the best at what you do. The food and drink were fantastic. Our outside table, the service, the river view were over the top! Jim n Susan!“

“Bri was awesome - great service and amazing food as usual .“

“Everything was amazing. I will be back!“

“Great customer services and advice for first time customers.“

“Went there for the first time on Friday with 2 others. Loved the mood, lighting, creativity of the menu, and the artistry of watching the bartenders create the drinks. Appreciated that the music was at a volume that allowed us to TALK to each other rather than YELL. Great value on the drinks, and only time I’ve really enjoyed watching a cocktail mixed/concocted. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. (We were “early” around 8pm so it wasn’t overly crowded)“

“Definitely recommend stopping in!!! I will pop in again!!!“

“Todo bien rico. Lo recomiendo. La gente es muy amable“

“Great ambiance and the food and drinks are great!“

“Must Try! This place is amazing from the taste , quality, freshness, atmosphere and service hands down the best restaurant I’ve been to.“

“Amazingly fresh and delicious sandwiches!“

“Awesome great atmosphere, friendly staff awesome drinks“

“Frank and Ted made us feel like we were locals. Such a cool, chill place with great drinks and phenomenal staff.“

“Bonds Rock Bar San Antonio Tx.💯“

“I went there with a bunch of my college friends and honestly everything was great. Chips and salsa was excellent and the guacamole tasted great. We ordered a few top shelf margaritas pitchers and they were just as strong as he said they would be. The staff was very friendly and welcoming. Unfortunately my friends were being rude and lying about what they ordered once they saw the price of the bill. Felt kind of bad for our server because our experience couldn’t have been any better.“

“Great location to hang out with friends. very low key and relaxed environment. drinks are delicious and the food is great. highly recommend checking this place out.“

“I love this bar!! When you walk in its a great vibe! clean, the staff is classy…Let me repeat …The staff is classy..as in everyone feels welcome!!! No unwanted visuals of half dressed bartenders doing to much for their her tips and they are beautiful , Amazing service, the drinks are made well , I’m never disappointed!!!!!“

“A friend brought me here, and prejudging from the outside, I was giving him the "side eye". I couldn't have been more wrong. This place was a total vibe. The DJ on that Thursday DID NOT MISS. The drinks were great as well as the service. I would not even think of returning to San Antonio without stopping by again.“

“Great drinks and great service!“

“Fantastic beer selection, and a really unique space with a vibe that's unmatched. A great place to come hang out.“

“Ramen and appetizers have always been amazing!!!“

“McIntyres Southtown Bar.💯🙏“

“The best cocktails and bartenders around!“

“Great bar! Go on Monday's to take advantage of their trivia night and Cheap Shit Monday! Well drinks and certain beers only 2.50 a drink. They're food is pretty good too. Nothing fancy but still well made. The bartenders are attentive and curtious.“

“I booked the paver area for my husband’s 40th birthday and we really enjoyed the atmosphere. Liza was super helpful in communicating pictures and videos of the area and had my beer package I purchased on Ice and ready to go when we got there. 1000% would book again. Everyone had a great time!“

“The bar owners, especially Heather is extremely unprofessional and makes up stories and lies about patrons. Bar is far too loud to enjoy, very unsavory atmosphere of high school meets a gossip girls. Would NEVER recommend! Used to be forced to go now I'm thankful to have found more authentic, reliable places where the owners don't bother their patrons. Thanks but no thanks 😽 I expect a lovely, hateful response from...how did she put it 🤔, the "friendliest and kindest person"...I'd hate to see a bad day if that's true 🤣“

“Southtown Joe's Bar In San Antonio Tx.💯🙏“

“Great live music especially 80s for me, with an intimate setting and a accomodating, helpful wait staff. Food and beverages add the perfect touch to any party or gathering of friends. 🎶🙆‍♀️“

“I love the atmosphere, inside and outside. They have great live music and delicious steak dinners on Thursdays! Everyone is either your friend or feels like your friend, but what I love most is the staff! I love how Richard, the owner mingles around and says hi to everyone and I love how friendly and sweet Gracie, Hannah, Ashley and Paul are to us! 💕❤️💕 I highly recommended this hidden gem. There aren’t many left like this!!“

“Tony’s is a great spot! Such a nice atmosphere, great staff, great drinks and they often have wonderful live music and food trucks on the back patio.“

“The waitress are always on top of things. Luv this place it’s my alone time on Sunday nights.“

“Jaycee was amazing. Knowledgeable and quick service.“

“JP is a very nice place, awesome to hang out and listen to the music. My one and only issue I had yesterday on Father's Day as mentioned below. 1. The beer was warm even after having it in a bucket with the 1st pack of ice. We had to buy 3 more pitchers of ice and even that did not help to bring the beer cool or cold. We ended up drinking it with a cup of ice. It was as if the beer was placed in their refrigerator an hour or so before they opened. And served. And yes I understand there's options that we could have done but that's not the point. We like going to JP but they need their bottle to drink a lot COLDER especially for the summer. Another thing to mention and this will help everyone. Their staff inside need to do less talking and pay attention to the service window. Thank JP for all you ❤️“

“I recently visited southern freeze and had an amazing experience! The variety of daiquiris they offer is impressive, and each one is deliciously refreshing. The atmosphere was vibrant and inviting, making it a perfect spot to relax with friends. The staff was friendly and attentive, I can't wait to come back and try more flavors!“

“Cool place to chill, drink, talk, watch a game. You will hit or miss with some of the servers but enjoyed our drinks and music, brought food from HEB for our date.

Parking: There's parking in back

Kid-friendliness: Adult friendly“

“Great atmosphere we had a great time“

“Best music venue in town me hearties“

“10 out of 10 definitely would recommend to friends and family Nicole is such an amazing bartender friendly respectful and informative“

“This place is awesome the bartenders are very customer service and even if you are a regular they treat you with respect as long as you treat them with respect they are on it every time with service and I highly recommend this bar to any one who wants to karaoke and chill out and have a great time and I highly recommend this place to have a lot of fun and great time you can't go wrong with this place with the karaoke and bartenders“

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If there were a Hall of Fame for bartenders, Vansh would already have a golden statue—hand-carved, shimmering, and bathed in the finest mezcal. Walking into Double Standard and seeing him behind the bar is like stepping into a Tarantino film: stylish, thrilling, and guaranteed to leave you buzzing (both from the vibes and the cocktails).

Vansh doesn’t just make drinks; he crafts experiences. Every cocktail he touches turns into liquid gold. His old fashioned? A spiritual awakening. His margarita? A love letter to tequila. His hospitality? The kind of warmth that could make a statue crack a smile.

I’ve had the best nights here, thanks to him. He’s part mixologist, part magician, and part therapist (who accepts tips in the form of applause and laughter). If you haven’t been to Double Standard while Vansh is working, have you really been?

10/10. Would trust this man with my drink, my secrets, and possibly my life.“

“Super service and delicious chilaquiles“

“fish tacos are awesome! clean, comfortable, local vibe... we love it!“

“Two live bands, one inside and one on the back porch. Lots of people. Drinks were good and my company was good. Good place to dance but the dance Floor was very crowded. All of the staff was very friendly. There were plenty of restrooms for the ladies.“

“I was just walking around on a Wednesday evening and came across, Pink Catrina Taco Club. What a great find and everyone at the club was very friendly. Drinks, music, comfort vibe, and exceptional staff and customers. I'll definitely be going back and try the food. Good time memories at the Pink Catrina Taco Club.“

“El Camino SA Bar In downtown.💯♥️“

“Truly one of San Antonio's hidden Gems. Here's why: Freaking place still makes some of fhe best drinks. Vibes hasn't changed in 10 years and neither has the mood lighting which I love. Even the staff, while not the same, has maintained that same level of quality service which also kept me coming back when i lived in San Antonio. We had the You Got another Thing Comin, Nothin But A Good Time, and 2 Killed by Death. All were super Kudos to the owners and bar manager for keeping this spot as cool as ever through the years“

“Awesome place to go, they have lots of events to cater to everyone's liking. A very nice and friendly atmosphere 💯👌❤️“

“Perfect Speakeasy atmosphere. Signature cocktails. And amazing vibes!!!“

“A warm acceptance of former comrades who have served our Nation. Veterans who support one another and comfort those who are not members, but are willing to help and accept give support tall who have served and sacrificed!!! I truly enjoyed my participation and felt very welcome!!! A Post I would definitely visit again!!!“

“Best bar in town! The bartenders are ALL amazing! So nice and fun to hang out with! 10/10 recommend!!“

“El Luchador is a vibrant, lively bar that brings a fun and unique twist to the downtown scene. The wrestling-themed décor, complete with colorful murals and lucha libre masks, creates an energetic atmosphere that pairs perfectly with their menu of creative cocktails and Mexican-inspired bites. The margaritas, in particular, are fantastic—well-balanced and made with fresh ingredients, offering a variety of flavors that range from classic to spicy. The service is friendly and attentive, and the outdoor seating area is great for enjoying the lively surroundings. Whether you’re looking to catch up with friends or enjoy a casual night out, El Luchador delivers a great experience with its playful vibe and quality drinks. And the Bartenders are GREAT!!“