We recently had the distinct pleasure of revisiting this establishment, and it proved to be just as…read moreenjoyable as our initial experience. Upon arriving shortly after their 5 PM opening, around 5:45 PM, we were greeted by an impressively lively atmosphere; the interior was already quite bustling, clearly a popular spot! The venue is thoughtfully designed with ample seating options, catering to various preferences. Whether you prefer the vibrant energy indoors or a more relaxed ambiance in their outdoor area, there's a comfortable spot waiting. A true highlight, and their undeniable specialty, is their extensive and expertly curated selection of whiskey drinks. For connoisseurs and casual enthusiasts alike, their menu offers a delightful exploration of this spirit, showcasing true mastery in their craft. To make the experience even more appealing, they offer fantastic Happy Hour specials. These run from Tuesday through Friday, between 5 PM and 7 PM. On weekends, the Happy Hour kicks off earlier, from 3 PM to 5 PM, providing a perfect opportunity to enjoy their remarkable whiskey offerings at exceptional value.

Im not a big fan of bars because they're usually too loud or simply not well designed…read more Books looks like a library, think 'Dark Academia' vibe. And their potions are delightful. They make a delicious Carajillo. The service is excellent too. Without being stuffy or pretentious.

Great place and wonderful vibe . Ryan and spencer have a great burger deal .. great playread more

LIZ IS THE BEST BARTENDER EVER! I freaking love her! Oooooo, and her espresso martinis are off the…read morechain!!! DO. NOT. SLEEP. ON. THIS. BAR! Got the Veggie Wrap with Shrimp. I got the Herb-Lime Vinaigrette and the Spicy Caesar on the side. For the record, BOTH are delicious with it and you can't go wrong either way. Sitting down in the bar before hopping into a Texas hold 'em poker tournament. If you're looking for a fun night out Texas Style, this is the way to go, y'all! Classiest card room in San Antonio!

If you enjoy a fusion between Mexican and seafood then you most likely will find Arenas Marisqueria…read morea nice place to dine. It's located in a shopping center in the Stone Oak area with plenty of parking, even though we went late on a Friday night. The indoor dining was clean, spacious and enough tables to accommodate several parties. Live music for entertainment made for a relaxing time. The indoor lighting had a slight blue tint to provide more of a layback experience. The coconut shrimp appetizer was a good choice and very tasty. The Mojarra Chicharron, whole deep fried Tilapia, was not only delicious, but the presentation was perfect. Precut fried chunks placed on top of the fish made it easy to dip in the sauce and eat. Wifey went with the Pasado Del Rio, filet of Salmon, with lemon butter. It was well prepared and had a good blend of flavors. The prices were fair compared to other upscale seafood restaurants with entrees in the $20 range but also offer some Chef specials up to $75 for a shared meal. The service was adequate even though our server had a large table next to us. Others stepped in and picked up the slack, thus saving the night.

We came here for the Blanton's food pairing. The food they served here was absolutely fantastic!…read moreSeafood from the gulf and tonight they also had jazz music. Servers were attentive and friendly. Loved the clean lit bar and restaurant areas. Great adult food and date scene!

We stopped into Stone Terrace Gastropub on a random Monday night and were honestly blown away. The…read morebeef flight was outstanding!! Perfectly cooked, flavorful, and a great way to try a variety of cuts. The lobster bisque was just as impressive; so rich, creamy, and packed with flavor. The drinks were perfect!! we had a French 75 and an Old Fashioned, both expertly made and the perfect complement to the meal. On top of everything, the service was excellent. The staff was attentive, friendly, and made the whole experience feel relaxed and enjoyable. Definitely didn't expect a Monday night to turn into such a great dining experience. We'll absolutely be back!! New fav spot!!

First timers here & came on a Sunday afternoon, July 19. Based on the TikTok reviews read by my…read moreFiancée, it was heavily suggested that we make RSVP, which I did. However, when we arrived (and throughout our meal) the dining room occupancy never reached 50%-fyi! I requested a booth, but we had to switch shortly after we were seated because the table was SERIOUSLY wobbling whenever we touched it. The Calamari was just, meh...maybe because it was prepared unlike I'd ever had before. I ordered the "Stuffed Salmon" and as U can see, it didn't meet expectations-plus it was small for the price. My fiancée ordered the Pasta Flight and immediately discovered that it was more than she'd bargained for. Overall, it was tasty, with the exception of the chicken-which was dry. She also had to request fresh bread because they were all so hard. Also, our entrees were extremely late to arrive, based on the crowd-over 30 minute wait!!! Our waitress was pleasant but apologized a lot for the few issues. The ambiance was elegant & date night-ish, so we may return...

The Green Lantern was a pretty good experience overall, though it wasn't exactly my scene…read more The place has a more preppy vibe than I typically go for, and the drinks were definitely on the pricier side. That said, the venue was busy, energetic, and clearly popular with the crowd that was there. The highlight of the night was the live band. They were fantastic and brought a lot of energy to the room. The music really elevated the experience and kept the atmosphere fun throughout the evening. It did get pretty crowded, so if you're looking for a quiet place to have a conversation, this probably isn't it. But if you're looking for live music, a lively crowd, and a night out with friends, you'll likely have a good time. Not necessarily my favorite hangout spot, but still a solid experience.

Service is great, very friendly staff. Tried the Mango Planet, the Dirty Martini, and Carajillo. So…read moregood!

I recently went to Toro Kitchen Bar & Tapas with a friend, and it turned out to be a great place to…read morerelax, enjoy good food, and catch up. The atmosphere is one of the best parts. It's stylish without being pretentious, lively without being loud, and has a relaxed vibe that makes you want to stay for another glass of wine. Whether you're on a date, meeting friends, or having a boys' night out, the ambiance hits the right balance. The tapas are definitely on the pricey side, but the food is very good, the wine selection is excellent, and the service was outstanding. Everything we ordered was well prepared, and the staff made us feel welcome without hovering over the table. This isn't necessarily the place you go when you're looking for the biggest portions or the cheapest meal. It's the kind of place you go for the experience: good conversation, great wine, quality food, and a comfortable atmosphere.

Loved this place! The paella was delicious, and we tried several different appetizers -- each one…read morewas so good and had its own unique flavor. Everything was fresh and flavorful. The staff was very friendly and attentive, and the atmosphere was super cozy. Definitely coming back!

Little above decent place to gather for drinks and conversation. Bartender was attentive and nice…read more Happy hour 6-9 old fashioned they are not bad at all just which they use clear ice cube for better presentation but the flavors are there. The place it self is nice there's plenty of seating just don't know about the weekends. It's kind of hidden which is in a way good spirit selection is decent it's not much of big selection but they do have some good ones. Definitely want to come back!! We arrived on a Tuesday and the ambience was nice being that there was a few people I mean I like people but sometimes to much people in a somewhat speak easy place is not good I think y'all know what I mean it just was a good time for conversation and enjoying your drink especially as soon as your glass is empty the bartender ask "want another". Sorry no pics.

We went on a Saturday evening. Live chill music(acoustic)…read more Drinks yummy. Our bartender was awesomeness but I can't member his name ‍

Great way to spend the evening. I met some friends here for a glass of wine and some food…read more Everything was perfect. Plenty of seating, and quiet atmosphere. Shared an excellent charcuterie platter and pizza. Lots of variety and really great portion. The sangria was outstanding. Service was very good. Really enjoyed this spot.

The place is quiet (in the best way). As in I can actually hear what my wife or the people with us…read moreare saying without yelling. The pizza was also really. Like top 3 in SA (that being said trilogy in the same plaza is also on the list). The charcuterie left a little to be desired, it's the Trader Joe's 3 pack of meats, 3 cheeses and a jam and jalapeños...frankly for $28 I expect more and more variety. But also...every day until 6 or 7 it's buy one get one half off all food. So I'm just pretending the charcuterie was $14 as the pizza we got was very good and well worth the $24. And my wife got a glass of wine for $8 and it was a very heavy pour. So just over $60 with tip and we brought home leftovers. We will be back! But I'd skip the charcuterie.

Beautifully decorated interior. The food was tasty! We got the "Arrechera" deal, which was…read morebasically high-quality beef fajitas. The cocktails were all very delicious. I tried a Matacanas drink & a Cola de Caballo. Great service too. I hope they get more business. They also have a kids playplace inside but I think it's only available on weekends.

This is still a strong go-to for a good meal!!!…read more The food is ALWAYS amazing, with great flavors and a strong presentation. This is what keeps us coming back! The service is good, but not great. Our server last night held true to that. I can't put my finger on it, he checked on us some, but not quite enough. We actually asked a different server for our check because it had been awhile since we'd seen our server. The atmosphere is my biggest gripe. My opinion is that it is a large, cold space with no distinguishing characteristics. It does have many large tables, which often draws large groups. This is great because they can accommodate, but conversely it can get quite loud. Bottom line is that I highly recommend Tu Asador. The food keeps us coming back for more!!!

I genuinely thought this was going to be a sports bar vibe, and I was pleasantly surprised to find…read morethat it was a Biergarten and almost pub vibe I was meeting a friend for happy hour and some bites, and we landed on the spot. I will say the GPS got a little confused in the route for some reason and I nearly missed an exit and even the entrance (there was some construction going on) There is plenty of parking, but the parking lot was pretty full. You walk up and either walk through the courtyard style Biergarten with tables or you can go inside. It was an unseasonably nice day, so, we opted to sit outside There is a QR code to view the menus. There are entrees and plenty of apps/sharables. There is also a very extensive beer menu. Make no mistake, this is their bread and butter. They boast an imprecise "99 beers on tap." There's local brews, light and dark beers, hoppy, Belgium style, German style, wheat, etc etc etc. if that's not your speed there are cocktails and non-alcoholic options. Our server was fantastic. She was very kind and patient with us. We were constantly checked in on, but not in a hovering way or a pressure to leave. Our food and drinks always came out in a timely manner. She made us feel well taken care of The drinks hit the spot, and the food was tasty. It was definitely a chill vibe/hang. We were there for hours just catching up, and we saw other happy hours, birthday parties, dates, bachelorette parties, etc Some tips: I did order a couple beers that they were temporarily out of, but there are so many beers to pivot to. Also, our server was incredibly helpful in offering other suggestions, similar suggestions, and asking the right questions to help land in the next alternative They are not open Mondays, and they're only open until 11pm Tuesday-Thursday (and Sunday). Friday and Saturday they're open til 1am. Also, on Saturdays and Sunday's they offer brunch from 11am-3pm) The Reuben was surprisingly delicious Cheers!!

Hoppy Monk is one of our go-to places in San Antonio so as we had out of town guests for Easter, we…read moredecided to head here! It's been a while since have done brunch and o won't be in a hurry to return to brunch specifically The service was superb, we had a great server and he was absolutely on top of everything which was great! Beers were also great as was the mimosa I had and the kids we were with seemed to like their meals which came out last and they said theirs were hot - ours were not unfortunately. I had the Lox eggs Benedict and in retrospect should have sent it back as it was stone cold! My husband and our friend got the biscuits and gravy and also reported that they were cold - it was also served in a bowl which was a bad idea as the biscuits completely soaked up the gravy and resembled oatmeal by the time it hit the table! We got one meal - waffles and chicken to go and the waffles were inedible- poorly mixed, gritty and so much hot sauce in the mixture that they burned the back of the throat - they had to be trashed ! I love this place but won't return in a hurry for brunch - granted multiple dishes with eggs are hard to time right so we ended up with cold food that did however taste good