50 Best Bars near Universal City

“Great experience always a friendly smile and great drinks……. Be nice if they were able to serve food and have a place to sit down“

“Great place to eat, relax with a beverage or both. Large outdoor family friendly food truck area and a nice bar with cozy "nooks" inside. Clean facilities, ample parking and friendly staff- highly recommend!“

“Billy D’s: the ultimate sports bar with six dartboards, two pool tables, a vast lineup of beers on tap and in bottles, and a complete liquor selection for mixed drinks or shots. Come for the action, stay for the camaraderie.“

“Attended a Birthday Celebration for our friend Elaine Warstler Etheridge. Have visited this American Legion Hall in the past. Commander Joe and the staff handled the event in a very professional manner. We all had a great time. Lookin forward to getting to visit again in the near future.“

“Bartenders are awesome and great prices“

“I have been to Old Main for years, and recently Stacy has come on board, and she has changed how I feel about that place. She is absolutely amazing and friendly. She never rushes you or makes you feel just like another customer but like you matter! Stacy is the best and she has beauitful teeth!! Michael and I love you and appreciate you!“

“I used to work here and it was by far the BEST job I’ve ever had . They treated every employee like family and every customer who came thru the door with kindness . Lis and Jayme are super knowledgeable when it comes to wine and only bringing the best stuff in . Amber the manager is also AMAZING and always coming up with great ideas for the place . 10/10 recommend stopping in to experience it sometime and enjoy all they have to offer !“

“Taste really good with a perfect mix of what you need and what you want.“

“I love this bar! Reed and May are the best bartenders! Friendly, professional and great memories! They always remember our(wife and I)cranberry and vodka and never fail to mention if anything is on special. I really enjoy the outside patio. Plenty of seating, fans and TV's. Restroom is always clean and I dig the live bands on Saturday.“

“We are visiting from Virginia and it was our first stop for a beer since we arrived in Texas. Was not disappointed!!! Awesome service and atmosphere🤠Definitely recommend!!“

“The Bartender Patti is not only gorgeous and friendly shz hands down one of the greats here in SaTown🥰 she brings in the greatest local entertainment she makes the Best drinks and shots Hands Down🔥 They have pool, darts vegas games, sports and eats I think and a small outdoor patio area. But the dance area is muey small and the usual weekday crowd really not my vibe but picks up with rockin local bands on weekends so I DO recommend for weekends!😎🤘🍻🍷🍸🥂“

“Amazing hospitality to us outsiders. Carol was a great bartender and the regulars were open to sharing stories. Wish we lived closer. From the one regular saying I hope you didn’t come up here trying to turn us blue(we are from NY) my response is we are from the real NY- upstate. Let’s turn all the states red! ♥️“

“Love this place and the great bartenders! We always have the best time here with the regulars and new folks that come in. They have great specials and we love to come for the game machines. The new owner is rocking it with all of the changes! 10/10 recommend🙌“

“Nothing! 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 🤣“

“Love the vibes“

“Owner is a good person, the experience is phenomenal, the food, company, and environment is phenomenal. Owner isn’t about most profit but caring for the good people out there. Highly recommend“

“We decided to make a quick stop in while waiting for our food truck order and Lexi was AMAZING! She made me the BEST drinks and I will definitely be back for them! She was attentive, personable and the kind of bartender you want serving your drinks!“

“Great band playing. Fun atmosphere“

“Great atmosphere, great people and amazing food! Since the reopen and new ownership it has taken a change for the better!! Love you Mary!“

“These daiquiris are dangerous! Went out for ice cream and found this place on a whim! Got a liquid marijuana and boy she was rude asf! One moment you’re sitting there enjoying the great flavor and then you stand up to go grab a water and you can’t feel your legs! I can’t stress enough how great everything is!“

“Awesome bar with great people, friendly staff, and unbeatable prices! Perfect spot to unwind and enjoy good vibes. Highly recommend!“

“Krista Ashley they’re all amazing and take care of the customers best neighborhood bar in San Antonio by far !!!“

“First time there so we will see“

“Great folks here that are welcoming to new folks. Third Saturday Breakfasts, 2nd Monday Membership and Auxiliary Meetings, open to the public bar with live music on Fridays and DJ on Saturdays.“

“had a good time there it was fun a lot of people friendly people I definitely go back again hope they have more car shows for bike show because I got both 🤘😎“

“Down to earth staff 🍻🍺👍🏻👍🏻🌹“

“pitcher Miller lite and double shot of jack is my drink, jukebox blisters out Slayer, lamb Of god while the pool leagues rack away. Good place to throw darts and watch some Spurs, Nascar or Football. The bartenders are attentive and they even have a outside smoking area. Good place to meet new people and you can bring your pet.“

“Food was so good, I dug up my step mom and slapped her!!“

“My first visit to Eden will absolutely not be my last. The entire experience was fantastic!“

“I don't even like seafood or spicy food...well I didn't like them. SAT changed all that...Definitely recommend getting your big back on here“

“Tasty drinks, great service (even when busy). Lots of spots to lounge and enjoy a drink. Please note, no food here, people seemed to be confused about that. Probably from the food pics on here, but they don't have food at the bar (at least not when we were there and people were asking for it). It does close a little early, so that's the only bummer.“

“1st time we try this place.Love the king crabs we had..great service too 🫰“

“This is a Black Owned Business on the eastside of san antonio. Many customers are old-school men and women who comes to enjoy themselves and have a good time. I recently added this place as it was missing on Google maps. Alot of fond memories to those who has came and unfortunately has pass on. Will you leave a mark of history at this bar? Who knows?“

“Chelsea was the best ever. She was quick, efficient, worked her butt off, was very nice, professional, and made a first time at a new bar very nice.“

“So it was a Saturday nite ...
Crowd was doing karaoke...
Staff was attentive....
drinks were served quickly ...
Great beers on tap and mixed drinks.
Drink Specials aswell...
Overall great bar ..“

“friendly. Fri great night. ask DanStrait“

“This bar is amazing with amazing owners and staff. Seriously some of the cheapest prices and fun events all of the time. This is quickly becoming my go to bar!“

“This is my go to karaoke spot for Sunday nights now- $3 domestic, daet machines, video gaming machines, free pool on Sunday, GREAT KJ, Sarah Elizabeth is a great attentive bartender- great crowd and friendly atmosphere and spacious smoking area outback- HIGHLY RECOMMEND Coqui bar on Sundays karaoke night! CHEERS! :)“

“Slackers Bar SA Nacogdoches.💯🙏💰“

“I heard about this place and finally went and let me say Wow !!! again Wow!! I enjoyed myself the customers were friendly and the drinks was great . I felt like I was at home thank you to Julie the Bartender she was very friendly and professional. I will be visiting this place again and will bring all of my friends here . you guys rock 🙂“

“Great place to unwind and hang with friends. Drinks were good and music was good. My only issue was with the fact that the bartender also had to be our server so we didn’t really get service unless we went to the bar. Otherwise, I had a great time and would definitely go back to be bad at pool!“

“3 stars for food because I haven't had THEIR food yet. There used to be a food truck that served decent food. 3 stars for service because I like Guinness, but they don't know how to pour it. I will say that there were a couple of bartenders that used to do it right, but now not so much. Pretty sure any bar that has Guinness on tap is taught by the rep how to pour it correctly. I understand that they maybe worried about the wait time to pour it, but any Guinness drinker knows that it takes time to pour it. Please, please, please teach them to pour it correctly. Tastes sooo much better when it is.
All in all, I really like the atmosphere of this place.“

“Best bar ever... everyone is friendly.“

“Mission Accomplished: An Unforgettable Tour at Ranger Creek Brewstillery Our visit to Ranger Creek Brewstillery was nothing short of extraordinary. From the moment we stepped in, their team welcomed us like old friends, sharing their passion for craft beer and spirits with a hospitality leaving a lasting impression and craving to return. As military veterans ourselves, we were blown away how this veteran-owned brewstillery supports service members and veterans through employment and education opportunities. It’s clear they’re not just crafting beverages—they’re brewing impact. Every single staff member was engaging, down-to-earth, and made us feel like part of the Ranger Creek family. Their enthusiasm for what they do was contagious, and their innovative approach to both beer and distilling left us beyond impressed. We only wish we lived closer so we could visit more often. Ranger Creek has earned its spot as a must-visit rendezvous whenever we’re in San Antonio. If you’re looking for top-notch brews, smooth spirits, and even better company, report to Ranger Creek!“

“Absolute best chill place“

“dont come here if you hate having fun. all ill say“

“We're new to the neighborhood and happened to drive by and see the signage for their fall festival. We decided to check it out, and we're SO glad we did!

The staff was friendly, and the venue is HUGE, featuring a dance hall, saloon, restaurant, amphitheater, several bars, and so much more! With a capacity of up to 2,500 people, there's plenty of room to spread out, lots of seating, and decent views of the main stage. Even better, parking is free and admission to the festival was free!

The food, drinks, and live music were all great, but what really stood out was the atmosphere. There were plenty of kids enjoying the family-friendly activities, friendly pets everywhere, and that good old-fashioned Southern hospitality that makes you feel right at home. ❤

I'd already fallen in love with this hidden gem before even learning about its rich history. It's a wonderful place for families, music lovers, and anyone looking for a fun time with a welcoming crowd. We're so glad we stumbled across it and can't wait to come back! 🤠🎶“

“First of all, we did not eat here. However, the overall experience it was exceptional. We went for sensual poetry, and it was beautiful. The presenters were amazing. The passion and the way that they performed was amazing to see. The show wasn't very long, but it was really good. Not very expensive to get in every seat. In the house has a good view.And we will definitely be back“

“Best bar food in town. Food is always amazing when I order curbside and dining in. Staff always kind and show you the food before you take it home for carry out to make sure everything is correct. Will always come back for their amazing food.“