Words cannot express how much I love Hope and Anchor and the amazing service they give our community! They also have an amazing ambiance that makes everyone feel welcome and a part of the Hope and Anchor family. The restaurant next door (Sabor Tooth) also has some amazing food that just works perfectly with the drinks at Hope and Anchor. I take all my out of town guests and friends to Hope and Anchor and they always want to go back! read more

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There is a bar tender there with bad overly done lip filler. Her service is awful. She's super rude will make a face whenever you order. It's not Rachel though, she's a sweetheart. It's the other girl.... Don't order with her, she will give you a face the whole time you're ordering and even roll her eyes. I know of some people who have avoided coming to this bar because of the horror stories about this girl. I don't know how she's still employed.... read more

The bartenders are super nice and take great drinks. Both bartender were super attentive and cordial. read more

Hope and Anchor - Old fashion - Bars Near Me - El Paso, Texas

It's hard to explain how such a chill place is so great, but it really is. Excellent beer selection, bar tenders that are actually friendly, and great food. read more

One of my native El Paso friends would always talk about how much she loved this place, so of course we had to stop in for a drink. They have an assortment of amazing sounding drinks that..... Are only available early in the day. Whomp whomp. That was a bummer. So we just had standard vodka sodas. The aesthetic is fun and the vibe was welcoming. It was a fun quick stop. read more

Hope and Anchor - Bars Near Me - El Paso, Texas

Looks a bit sketchy from the outside, but inside is really nice. It wasn't crowded when I was there but I head on weekends it's the opposite. They're good for large groups (with reservations) as well. read more

Good beer and great spirits! Service is always good the food is from next door and is amazing, ambiance is ok!

I came and grabbed a beer and then ordered from Sabertooth's next door. Got the fish tacos, they're outstanding. The atmosphere of this place is pretty cool though inside can be really dark. There's an outside area but was a bit chilly that night so I didn't sit outside though I wanted to. Gotta come back in warmer weather. read more

I'm on vacation from Florida and this was an amazing bar with great drinks and prices. I love the quirky decor and the bartender Nathan is so amazing and gave us GREAT advice for places to visit and the BEST food. The buffalo wings from the restaurant next door (which serves the bar too, ask your bartender for a menu) the wings smelled so good I got up and asked the table next to me what they were eating. Amazing drinks and food read more

Over and over again I have been impressed with the food and drinks here in El Paso. Who would have thought that this corner of Texas would have such wonderful hipster/foodie tastes. I think that is partially me and my biases and I need to really open my eyes but I am grateful for this opportunity to have my mind changed. We were here for work and we took some advice from locals about the best eats and hang out places in the area. Some of them I found on my own but Hope and Anchor was a recommendation. I am glad I took them up on their advice! After work, we drove by UTEP and were a little surprised that Hope and Anchor was hard to find. They call themselves "an epic patio bar." It's cool that they also share the same space with Sabertooth which is where you can get your food. You can grab a couple of menus. Order your drinks at the bar and then the server will be out to get your food order. Loved the ambience... a laissez faire, whatever goes kinda vibe. People started getting here later in the evening (typical college town) by the time we were done and tired. Glad we were able to spend a few quiet moments. There are some booths, bar seats and then some patio seating although the outside is a little cold at this time of year. Drinks here are pretty awesome and I loved their tequilas/mezcal choices. Had myself a mango chili tequila which I have to say was awesome even though I'm not a huge fan of tequila! This is a fun chill place to hang out. If you haven't been you're missing out! read more

*this 4 star review is temporary * I attended a puppy shower here recently. We sat on the very comfy back patio and had a great time celebrating my rescue puppy's adoption with his forever mom. The service was good even though we had to go to the bar and get our own drinks, the servers were attentive to the group overall. We did not have time to eat but we will be back soon to look for that 5th star! read more

My love for moonshine can only be fulfilled at one place in El Paso* and I've come to the realization either my tolerance for alcohol is higher than all of my friends or I'm just much more composed. It may be a combination of both. After some trial and error, I've come to the conclusion under no circumstances do you EVER take your drunk-off-moonshine (or buzzed) friends to a club. The only safe place to take them is...Hope and Anchor. After you spend a few minutes circling the parking lot and almost being rear-ended, you'll decide to park in the next door parking lot (the left side, never the right). You'll walk to Hope and Anchor and on the left you'll see the word "Bar" and on the right "Food". "Oh, okay...bar food, I get it." Wrong! There is a bar and there is food, not to be confused with a bar that sells food or a restaurant that sells alcohol. Continuing on with our journey into the unknown... The outside may leave you feeling confused, maybe even frightened. "Am I in the right place," you'll ask yourself. "Where is everybody?" And a gaggle of 20-something females and one male will emerge from a gate you hadn't noticed before. "Was that there before?" Approach the gate with caution and your handy I.D. A man sitting down will take your I.D. as you question, "Am I going crazy? How did I not see him until two seconds ago?" You're not going crazy, you've just entered into the hidden world of H&A! H&A is like the house parties you used to go to in high school and college except the beer won't run out, you can get a drink made with top shelf liquor, there's food next door, and you won't step in any dog poop. So nothing like the house parties you used to go to. I typically like to be outside on the patio or under the wooden cabana because the inside tends to be stuffy and generally crowded. I like to stretch my legs, man. And not have to do something that resembles two-stepping every time someone decides they need to stand somewhere else (usually directly behind or in front of me, closing in on the gaps I so carefully created to give my self an adequate amount of fresh oxygen as opposed to the already breathed, a.k.a. recycled, air that fills a majority of the room because of the densely populated areas...I digress). Everything that's inside is outside too except you know, it's outside. Drinks are made fairly well and at a decent price. Staff is great, but weekends tend to be packed so be prepared for a small wait. They're pretty fast though and don't be afraid to just start ordering once you get a bartenders attention (chances are the guy standing beside you at the bar is doing just that, standing beside you at the bar). And apparently a lot of friendships are made in the H&A bathrooms. I wouldn't know personally, but I do see a lot of two men going in as strangers and emerging life long friends. There's something in the water, I'm sure of it. When you and your friends have had enough to drink, hop into Sabertooth Food and grab some mac 'n cheese, fries, hot chocolate, strawberry pound cake, and a portobello burger. *You can get moonshine at Pint & Peanut, but H&A is where it's at. Memories are made at H&A and you'll feel right at home. read more

I've been coming here for years, now. I'm not so much a regular, but the bartenders do recognize me when I sit down at the bar. It's nice to see Phil (a longtime bartender here) and chat with him in between my hiatuses. I gotta tell you, this is a fantastic chill spot, with great music and a very relaxed crowd/atmosphere. The drinks they make are top-notch, with many of the mixes they use made fresh, in-house. These mixes are fantastic. They make every drink here unique, from those haphazardly thrown together at many other local bars. And these drinks are reasonably priced, with daily drink specials. Of particular note is 'Sunday Bloody Sunday', where you custom order a bloody Mary with a huge variety of choices, and they bring you a grilled cheese sandwich with every drink. Too cool. The restaurant Sabertooth is next door, and you can order Sabertooth food at the bar, and the restaurant will bring it over to you. The staff here is great and can make you ANYTHING you order, and make it correctly...so that you really enjoy your drinks. With great service, ingredients, music, ambiance and vibe, this is a no-brainer for 5 stars. I love this place and will continue to be a loyal patron of their delicious bibations. read more

Hope and Anchor - Outdoor patio, complete with Koi pond - Bars Near Me - El Paso, Texas

Hope and Anchor is one of those hidden blessings for El Paso. This place was way ahead of the trend providing craft cocktails before it became a mass hit within the city. Since they first opened their doors a couple years back, I have always made this place a go-to during my trips back home. The environment is very laid back and open-armed. This isn't the place to come find some heavy bumping club music with a dance floor. Nope- H&A is all about providing an environment for those who want to spend quality time with their friends and family with BACKGROUND music. We all know how super annoying it can be at times when you have to compete with the music to talk to your friends. They have indoor seating which is limited in space but that is honestly not a bad thing as their major focus, in my eyes, is their amazing outdoor patio. The outside patio is like their secret weapon- open, inviting, and tons of room to walk around and catch up with people. I love coming here during the summer time, which is like 9 months, here in El Paso because of their patio. They have outside heaters and plenty of seating during the winter so don't fret. I must say the parking issue can be a little annoying at times but that is my only major downfall of the place. This is the place to come and have a great time creating some memories, you may or may not remember. *I actually just came back from a trip to my hometown and I was really impressed with Amanda's bartending skills. She pretty much knew every drink I was throwing at her and was super friendly and professional. Hopefully El Paso realizes how awesome she is because I came across multiple places who weren't aware of certain drinks I was asking for. read more

Been here twice and while both times it was early in the night, the place was laid back. The outdoor patio is a huge plus and nicely done. The bar extends from the inside to the patio and the entire back is glass which really makes the entire place have a very connected and open vibe. Guinness ontap is currently $3.50, haven't had anything else but prices are probably moderate. I agree the jukebox is well stocked with some good music and both times we were there, the selections playing were neither too old or crap. The only thing missing is a firepit out back. read more

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This place is cool. Patio and bar. Love having a drink outside. The bartenders are cool. I would definitely come back here when I come back to El Paso. read more

Well, first of all the place is dark and dirty. No one at the door and the people behind the bar ignored us...No menus, no nothing. We eventually went to the bar and ordered a drink that was on the online menu. Bartender couldnt remember how to make it. Eventually told me he could make it, but came back and said he was missing 3 of the ingredients. Wth? The food comes from the place next door. We have been here about 45 minutes and no one has been in to take an order from us...or anyone. I dont get the good reviews?? Cant comment on the food because we were not offered any. read more

Really great outdoor patio w/lots of drink options. There are surprisingly not a lot of outdoor patio options that I've found so far in EP, so it is great to come across this one. It would be a 5 star review except for the fact that it is a small patio and there were a # of smokers--which pretty much permeates the entire area. A heads up! read more

Stopped by here for drink w the girls and was pleased they offered vegetarian dishes on their menu. The hummus was wonderful served with carrot and celery spears and warm pits bread. The Snack pack that included freud jalapeños and mushroom and their nachos with a balsamic were delightful as well. The beer selection was excellent and considering it is a bar, the music was a bit loud but enjoyable. Conversation as were carried without a problem. Although it was a bit cold for us outside, it will more than likely be super comfortable and welcoming into the cool evenings in the summer & fall. Will go back; definitely! read more

If it weren't enough that this bar has great ambiance, an awesome staff, a wide selection of beers and mixed drinks and one of the best patios in El Paso, they also have full access to some of the best food in town through their sister restaurant next door... Sabertooth Food Company. ALWAYS a fun time here!! read more

Hope and Anchor - Bars Near Me - El Paso, Texas

LOVE LOVE LOVE the patio. Very much an Austin atmosphere. Great service and fish tacos next door are to DIE FOR!!!!

Beware OF I'D and Credit card theft, this used to be my favorite place to go SMH, after opening up a tab at the bar after 2 drinks the bartender asked me why I closed my tab, I answered that I HADN'T and suddenly runs of to talk to the other bar tenders, comes back and tells me that they closed off somebody else's tab and gave them my card. It was later found lying on the floor on the other side of the bar. That same bartender said he was the manager and to cancel my card with the bank. Ruined my night and left me worried about my identity being stolen. If it wasn't for the security being so apologetic y would have gone wild on them. DON'T TRUST THEM WITH YOUR CREDIT CARDS read more

Classic 2000s era elevated dive. Great patio and Music. Will come back. The bartender was extremely nice and accommodating.

Hope and Anchor is a solid, go-to, neighborhood bar. They have a huge outdoor patio that is dog friendly. The service is typically pretty good. Very respectable beer selection and they make good cocktails. You can order food from Sabertooth next door, by flagging down one of the food servers and have it delivered to Hope. The crowd is fairly diverse for El Paso; typically a decent place to find the few young professionals in this town. It's a good spot for happy hour and great for some weekend day drinking. read more

Hope and Anchor - Bars Near Me - El Paso, Texas

I love coming here! You can catch me here weekly. Great kicking back, having some drinks with good company, and catching up or having a laugh. Have met many new people here who very friendly. Great atmosphere. The dress code is casual. Bartenders have a wide range of drink knowledge. Coming here on slow times during the day allowed me to hold conversations with the bartenders and try out new drinks. They recently opened a restaurant next door and the food is great, bar-food such as nachos and such but give it a try, you won't be disappointed. Love coming here, and alway will! read more

Probably the coolest bar in town with the best crowd, drinks, and music. The crowd is anything from UTEP students, young professionals, and older adults. The atomsphere is incredibly laid back, as is the dress code. It's a nice change for the usual overdressed way too much make-up and hair crowd you get down the street on Cincy or Downtown. The beer and drink selection is awesome, as are the prices. (Guinness on tap for $3.50) The patio outside is a great chill out spot with a bar as well. The best descrpition I can think of this bar is that it is a similar to the bars in downtown Austin, TX. It's got a great atmosphere, a trendy crowd of all ages that isn't really pretentious, and a great drink/beer selection. I just pray it doesn't become too cool for itself and maintains the same laid back vibe it's had since it opened. read more

The best bar with the best music hands down. Hope & Anchor is one of the very few cool spots here in EP. They offer an innovative drink menu, a chill non pretentious, non ghetto spot to hang out with some friends. Folks who have traveled may say that it seems similar to cooler bars in Austin or Portland. Go check it out. read more

Great food and atmosphere. The outdoor Commons area with bean bag and ping pong games is an added pleasure. You will probably need to go to the bar during slow times to order drinks and food. read more

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Fun fun fun! Went in for a drink with friends and stayed much longer because the atmosphere and ambiance is great! We sat outside and it was cold but the waitress quickly turned on outdoor heaters for us which made it so comfortable. A great place to hang out ! Good drinks and service. I recommend. read more

A bar that's one of a kind in the el paso area. It was cool before it got cool. Too many people dressing up just to go to a bar where originally no one gave a poop about what you're wearing. Just there for good brews and good people. Friday's and Saturdays Jamm Packed. Sabertooth next door has some really good grub. Like I mentioned, People dressing up and being overly pretentious kind of kills it a bit. I still like the bar very much, but I will admit I like it more when It's dead on any given weekday + Sunday - Friday. So 4 stars. (My rating shouldn't matter, it's already a well known hit in the EP) Like I hinted... I loved it before it was a hit. I have my other EP spots now. :) read more

I have to agree with Cody F. somewhat in that they have a great atmosphere, well designed bar here but something is missing. I think it is just time, the place needs a good breaking in. I like the fact that it has a big patio area, similar to Aceituna's. Also the juke box is a nice touch in that it's not one of those satellite juke boxes with every song in the world on it. I hate those machines. A juke box should be a reflection of the vibe and atmosphere of the joint. This place is worth checking out though because the other options in the neighborhood are wanting. read more

The patio is fantastic, especially during nice weather, great for group gatherings! They've got a good selection of beers, the service is good, and the music doesn't get excessively loud, all pluses. However, I did find the crowd to be an overwhelmingly fresa and wannabe-hipster one, not at all surprising given where in town it is located. That's not necessarily a bad thing, just telling you what to expect. Also, beware that there will be a lot of smokers, and no just because we're outside doesn't mean the smoke ventilates well. read more

Nice chill bar with adjacent restaurant which you can order from, Sabertooth. Great patio, lots of craft beers and great cocktails too.

We drove 8 hours from San Antonio and we're looking for a good Moscow Mule and a relaxing vibe. This place fit the bill 100%. Like all good bars don't be fooled by the outside -- in fact we almost left. The inside has a very roomy patio with lots of different seating, a cool breeze, water feature and nice music. It reminded me of Rainey in Austin. If you order from the Sabertooth next door get the Mac it was delish! Oh yes and the Moscow Mules were good. read more

Hope and Anchor - Bars Near Me - El Paso, Texas

Welp, can't say I'm too impressed in my first visit here. I have been trying to spread my visits to the newer places here during my third visit to El Paso. I had read about this place, and had been excited. Reading through some of the previous comments, I had some pretty high hopes for the locale. Here are my initial impressions, firstly, they do not have a drink menu. Which sucks. A place like this should have a twist on some classics or even a different take on some of the alcohol offerings. Make it a different place than your run of the mill bars. The draft beer selection, at least today kinda sucked. Nothing you couldn't get at your local supermarket, so that kind of Knicks out the craft beer crowd. Next would be the food service. So... They have an arrangement with another company, I guess, that serves their food. I looked at the menu, and besides a burger, you've got some twists on regular local offerings. Not too bad I suppose. I ordered the pulled pork torta and homemade chips. The sandwich was tasty. A bit messy, which may or may not be a bad thing, pending your tastes. Sucked the waiter forgot to bring me utensils, but Thats minor. The barkeep brought some out to me. The chips left a lot to be desired. They were soggy with the oil they were cooked in. I was hoping for crispy chips, but the only ones that fit that bill were a couple of the burnt ones. (Maybe I should have specified?) What ticked me off was that I was sitting at the outside bar. I saw the previous reviews that spoke of the pungent smells indoor (spot on) and figured despite it being a little cold, I could weather the weather with a couple of beers and warm right up with the food. Well, as I was eating, some fella that worked there, who sported a high top or whatever, sparks up a cigarette, behind the bar, but outside, irregardless of the fact that I am eating. Now, I just came from Cali, so maybe my sensitivity to this type of stuff is a bit much, as they actually have firing squads waiting for you at the door of you were to pull this kind of stunt, but I don't think it's too much to expect the help to consider a patron's eating experience and bearing the cold a bit if the nicotine itch is too much to handle. In layman's terms, I didn't appreciate the cigarette smoke included in my lunch. All in all, not the best of experiences. Maybe my expectations were a bit high, but I've had better experiences at nearby establishments. I'll give this place another chance, during another time, but two stars is what it earned for me. ** had to edit as I forgot to talk about the ambiance. Pluses for the music selection, the decor, and the patio. Really liked what the patio could be. Wish the rest of what I reviewed would live up to the decor. Names of the place and all made this place intriguing. read more

Very cool spot. Fantastic art on the wall and a great outdoor sitting area that is about twice the size of the bar area. They also bring food in from the restaurant next door read more

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The best bartenders. Good drinks with great service. Good music. Good vibes. Always have a great time at Hope and Anchor.

Really great bar to get ANY drink and enjoy yourself. This bar has amassed a good following from a variety of people. It's always a good go-to place. The patio is amazing and the reason (I believe) a lot of people come here. It is mostly always crowded, but you'll definitely always find a friendly face. There's plenty of seating, but it's all taken unless you get there early, or happen to be in luck when someone gets up to go. The cocktails are great, and they have specials which always taste delicious. The smell on the inside is questionable, and I think it's because the area is so small and the bathrooms occupy both sides of the room. The vibe and atmosphere are always welcoming and very relaxing. Overall, Hope & Anchor is a must for the bar scene. read more

Went last night for a birthday party. I agree with the previous posters about the music. It was welcome but unusual to hear the cure walking in, and other selections played that night gave the place a vibe uncommon to el paso. Drinks were a little pricy, but still reasonable. The bar area gets a little crowded, and it takes some time to get a drink, but the back patio is huge and a nice place to hang out as long as it's not too cold. Overall a good experience and I'll probably go back. read more

Hope and anchor has a small indoor seating area as well as a large patio with a boho style atmosphere. Dogs are allowed on the patio that also has an outdoor bar which is great. Adjacent to the bar is a small restaurant that you can order from as well and be served in the bar area. Fair prices as well read more