Showdown
$ • Bar & Grill, Dive BarAbout Showdown
Customers' Favorites
Showdown Burger with Hashbrowns
Cheeseburger and Hash Brown
Half Pound Cheese Burger
Jalapeño Popper Burger
Quarter Pound Burger
Quesadillas Protein
Chicken Quesadillas
Extreme Hash Browns
Breakfast Burrito
Classic Breakfast
Showdown Reviews
188 ratings
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PSA for Students, if you have an A in ANYTHING you get 15% off
Loved the food and drink. Didn’t love hash browns they are the shredded kind and had lots of oil. Fries are delicious 😄
Service from Presley and Andrew was amazing and will definitely be the reason I come back.
Manhattan in photo
Loved the food and drink. Didn’t love hash browns they are the shredded kind and had lots of oil. Fries are delicious 😄
Service from Presley and Andrew was amazing and will definitely be the reason I come back.
Manhattan in photo
I have a great experience here because the men and women who work here are the most kind calm bartenders I know. Every where else I know every is so edgy and it’s nice to visit an edgy bar and see how calm it is. Everyone there is wonderful and opposite to Treffs Tavern, I don’t go there anymore. Which is where I would go for my night beers, Whowdown is so much nicer man; I just don’t know how else to express it. If I’m wanting to go to a welcoming atmosphere...read full review
Jen at the bar was fantastic! The Border War burger was amazing! The service was great! We will definitely be back! Cheers to the oldest dive bar with the best food in San Marcos!!
Hours
| Monday | 10AM - 2AM |
| Tuesday | 10AM - 2AM |
| Wednesday | 10AM - 2AM |
| Thursday | 10AM - 2AM |
| Friday | 10AM - 2AM |
| Saturday | 10AM - 2AM |
| Sunday | 10AM - 2AM |
Showdown is a restaurant and bar located in an old building with a long history. The interior features discolored walls and a mix of furniture from the 1960s to 1980s, giving it a unique character. The staff are friendly and calm, and the customers include a mix of old locals, regulars, veterans, and blue collar workers. The bar has tankards hanging for regulars and a loud jukebox, creating a chill atmosphere. Students get 15% off with an A in anything.
The kitchen is smaller and can be slow, but the food is highly praised. The menu includes top-notch pub items such as tacos and burgers, including the spicy Border War burger and the highly recommended Showdown burger. Many find the Showdown burger to be the best hamburger they've ever eaten, noted for its simplicity and great taste. The Border War burger is amazing. Fries are delicious, but the hash browns are shredded and have lots of oil. There are also delicious breakfast tacos and excellent vegetarian options, although there are no vegan dishes since everything is cooked on the same flat top.
Showdown is well-known for its Bloody Marys, Manhattans, and cold beer, making it a great spot for those seeking a good drink and burger. It is a kid-friendly place, and many families bring their children to eat, play pinball, and visit with friends. The restaurant is accessible for wheelchairs, with only stairs leading to the second floor, and many older veterans frequent the establishment.
Previous visitors have enjoyed the Half Pound Burger, Quesadillas, and Taco Plate. The restaurant has been praised by college students and recommended by locals, such as those from San Marcos Furniture Outlet. The service is highlighted as amazing, with staff like Christina and Jen making customers feel like family. The atmosphere has been positively reviewed, making Showdown a popular spot for both locals and tourists.