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    El Honky Tonk

    4.0 (20 reviews)
    Open 2:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)

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    EL HONKY TONK ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    DJ
    Live music
    Juke Box
    Karaoke

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    Sarra G.

    First time here was a good experience. When we got there it was pretty much dead, so we were able to pick our spots by the bar. The establishment is pretty small, not a lot of room to move around once the crowd shows up. They had decent drinks at good prices, no food or snacks - I was hoping for some nuts or pretzels or something snacky. They had jukebox music until the live band started, and they were really good. Unfortunately the dance floor is tiny but we still had a great time! Disappointed that we had to pay $24 for parking lot across the street, parking is so expensive downtown even if you're just going to be a couple of hours.

    The place is decorated nice!   Good theme will be back.   I like the location, it is a great center of town location.
    William G.

    We went last night to see Jay Martinez ! Freakin Awesome! It was so cool parked across the street.

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    2 years ago

    Not super friendly, but ok. Decent dive if you're in the neighborhood, but not worth going out of your way for.

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    3 years ago

    Service from bouncer was great! Everyone else inside could careless you're there and it shows. Bad service drowned loud music.

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    2 years ago

    We had a great time here. Kayla was the best bartender super cool and attentive. Would definitely recommend.

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    3 years ago

    Great spot. Bartenders are very friendly. Music is great too. It's a little small but that's kind of what makes it cool.

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    4 years ago

    Best bar in san antone, if you're on the riverwalk get on over to N.Flores street for a true Texas experience

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    Where is the parking?

    you can park anywhere there is a meter on the street for free after 6pm. There is a lot across the street next to the apartment building to the right if you’re looking out of the bar.

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