Vibe Pulled up on a Tuesday (St. Patty's Day) and not gonna…read morelie... I thought my Lyft dropped me at someone's house. It's in a neighborhood, so I had a quick "am I in the right place?" moment. Two steps inside and I was like oh yeah, we're good. This place is made for a photo op. Flower wall with a swing, pink throne chair, cute couch moment, even a pole in the center. The whole place gives cute and fun energy. Drinks Caught the tail end of happy hour (3-8), which is a win. My Moscow mule was about $7, strong with a good ginger kick. Exactly what you want. Music Started off more upbeat, kind of techno, then switched to R&B after 8. Way more my speed. Service Bar service was nice and quick. Not overly packed, which made it easy to just relax and enjoy. Overall Great spot to grab a drink and vibe with my girlfriends in a fun, chill atmosphere. No complaints. Bubbles & Bourbon is that girl.

Decided to stop by and grab a cocktail before going home. We walked into a true party vibe music…read morewas super fun. Crowd was friendly. bartenders were ready to serve. I ordered a part-time lover, which reminded me of a old-fashioned with tequila but not as strong. It was a perfect cocktail. I could've drank two but we had to drive home so I stopped with one reluctantly Put this on your list of places you must try. Take a few friends sit out on the patio and enjoy the vibe

Fun spot but definitely deserves 4 stars not 3 hahaha The bartenders area usually fun and they sell…read morereally good fried wings there too! If you are looking for a fun happy hour, this is a nice spot. There are 2-3 other cool little bars and restaurants next to it too!

A cool little dive bar blasting great non holiday music on Christmas Eve. We stopped in for drinks…read moreand found we had the bar practically to ourselves. Plenty of outdoor seating was nice on this warm December evening because it was full on AC winter inside. I did love the retro vibe inside. The standard and na margaritas were solid, the vibe was fun and the bartender was friendly and quick with the beverages. Would definitely like to stop by again.

Sternewirth Bar completely saved our night. After a lousy group dinner at another restaurant about…read morea mile away with disappointing food, we were determined to turn things around and actually enjoy our evening. Someone in our group had heard this was the place, so we walked over and hoped for the best. As soon as we walked in, we were immediately impressed by the vibe. The space is very cool and feels like a beautifully repurposed old factory. It has a lot of character and energy without feeling overwhelming. Our group of eight easily found a great spot near the fireplace, with some of us on the sectional and others in chairs, and we were comfortable right away. Despite being very busy, the service was quite good. Drinks came out promptly and the staff was friendly and attentive. We stayed for a few rounds and really enjoyed ourselves. This place turned the night around completely. Great space, great drinks, and great service. I will definitely be back the next time I am in San Antonio, and would even consider staying at the hotel just to be close to this bar. 5 stars.

Such a beautiful venue, especially for the holidays. Loved the lighting, the chill speakeasy vibes,…read morethe decor. Service was quick and attentive, even when we switched it up on her and jumped from a table (where we had ordered) to a spot on the couch that had opened up. I wasn't feeling like drinking alcohol, so I ordered a mocktail called the Prohibition Punch and enjoyed it. It was very citrusy/sour, but was refreshing. I'd probably try something else on the menu next time, but still had a great experience overall!

Great vibes, friendly staff, feels very local. Also love that the bar will make just about any…read moredrink you want. It's a small place, but they have a small patio as well!

This is a nice bar tucked into a quiet area. There were times where a lot of people came in, but…read morethe bartenders were excellent. We sat at the bar and customer service was great. Nice and clean and well taken care of. The drinks were great, and I would recommend trying Bar Mon Ami.

This is my go-to spot for an after-dinner nightcap or a relaxed place to meet for drinks and…read moreconversation. The service has consistently been exceptional, and I particularly appreciate their impressive bourbon and whiskey selection. Over the years, I've visited for everything from informal business discussions to evenings spent with close friends. The intimate lighting, softly glowing candlelight, and thoughtfully curated ambiance create a warm and sophisticated atmosphere. Combined with a moderate noise level that allows for comfortable conversation, it's an ideal setting for both meaningful catch-ups and professional engagements.

Wow! Let's start with the well-trained staff and exceptional hospitality. Add in the well-curated…read moreholdings in this collection and this is a must-visit. Note: they are located in the lower level, with little to no signage so just walk down the stairs with confidence and open the door. Follow their socials to learn about events, including tastings.

It was a cool spot on a Thursday night. The music was good and the drinks were decentread more

I love the vibes here on Thursdays so let me share a few pointers:…read more -Parking: if you arrive at a decent time before most people you can park in their lot but I don't recommend it because once it gets packed you will probably get blocked in AND it gets super dusty -Food: there is a food truck inside and another outside. I tried the one inside and although it was on the pricier end, the shrimp quesadilla was really good! -Drinks: also can be on the pricier end depending on day. Look at your receipt carefully because they did add 20% gratuity to mine last night. Overall it's a clean and spacious place but once it hits 11ish they will start labeling and adding more tables for sections (booo!) so it gets more crowded. The DJs are so good too. Bathrooms are typically clean. Funny reminder: come ready with bug spray because them TX mosquitoes were OUT!

This is a beautiful bar located in the Creamery district near the Pearl. The ambiance of the bar is…read moreclassy with a piano off to the left side when you walk in to the lounge. There is roof top seating. The roof top is where we hung out on a Saturday night. It's does get busy after 8pm so come early if you want a seat at the roof top. There is a dress code; dress to impress. Don't come in with sneakers and a cap. I did take off one star due to not having all the drinks on their advertised menu.

Horrible...can't stress this enough. When you first walk in the staff appears to be attentive but…read moreit's all a facade, the more time you spend here the less they care about you. The upper level has better bartenders than the main level where you **pay** to have a section. If you're looking for a night out, look elsewhere. Far better options in the area. You'll spend 2x the amount at Amelia's and have half the experience. Not worth it, whether you simply want a cocktail or you're looking for table. Save your time & money and invest in better establishments than this. Hate to blame employees for the misgivings of management but when met with such sour circumstances there's little less to go off of

You know the night before a holiday urge to go get a drink in your hometown feel? I know it and I…read morewas super excited to see Slow Ride come up as an option for me and my sister to pop in and catch up over some drinks. Parking along the street is free (along the fence line of Sam Houston) and was not an issue even for a holiday. There is a paid parking lot that is secure and available too so note that if ever you have an issue finding a good spot. Walking into Slow Ride is like walking into your tio's (uncle) or a grandpa's cool, 70's/80;s vibey, and home-y bar. This is the kind of spot where every picture you take of yourself, or your friends, will look like you took it in the 80's! This is not a bad thing either. Seriously. It IS A VIBE here! Cushy seats at the bar was my favorite spot to hang out while we had some cold beers and a shot to go alongside it too. They have beer and shot combos here around $8. You get plenty of choices on beer and liquor of choice. I opted for a tallboy Lonestar and a small shot of the Mexican Candy. My sister got a Live Oak Hefe in a can (she likes Blue Moon so this was the closest thing to it and she liked it!) and later a Shiner in a bottle. I also decided to close out with a daiquiri that was super delicious and offered in nice glassware. Patio out in the back is spacious and a great spot to hang out with a group of friends. The back space is taken care of and has a modern look to it out there. I can see it being a nice vibe outside on a pretty day too. Jukebox is legit! All great music selections from all genres on CDs and pretty cheap too to play 5-8 songs. The artwork around here is worth a look around too. I love all the unique Garfield toys surrounding the bar area too. All of the back bar is so great with the wooden shelving and lighting too. You can see many honorable nods to those who currently or have served. It's a great thing to see especially so close to Sam Houston. One thing I have a pet peeve on is any service bar who has to keep my card on file. I am the worst person who won't remember so I have to be extra careful when bars keep my card. I usually walk and don't mind paying the 20+% tab walk fee but I do want my card back so I have to get everyone who is with me to remind me to go get it. That's why I am giving it 4 stars. I am looking forward to coming back in the future and bringing some more family and friends, though. This spot is so nostalgic and their social is super active and will promote DJs and sets happening that week and into the weekend. Go check them out and play some pool. You're gonna feel like you are in a Matthew McConaughey movie when you do. Tell me I am wrong!!!

Rock n Roll Dive Bar!…read more Located in Government Hill historic district, across from Fort Sam Houston, formally Betty's Battalion that was here for years and years. Just outside of downtown and only a few blocks from Pearl. Love the crescent booths! Great jukebox! Whole vibe is cool and chill. Great place to meet friends, and hang out. We chatted with co-owner Nathan and had an enjoyable evening. They just open a couple of months ago... We will definitely be back!