What a fun place! Quiet-NO!…read moreRoomy-NO! Loud-YES! Great service-YES! Fun people-YES! Do not wear a suit. If you are really looking for a dive bar! Check out Bruno's.

Bruno's is the perfect dive bar located in Southtown! Love the cheap drinks and the bartenders are…read morethe best!

Best bar downtown! Chris is the best bartender, made the best drinks and gave the best song…read morerecommendations on touch tunes!

This is definitely a place you want to visit on any trip to San Antonio. Come for happy hour or the…read moremusic at 9; or last call this place has the vibes your looking for in SATX. Recently remodeled and smelling fresh!!!! it This staff is proud of this establishment and it shows. The bar and restrooms are clean and to me that is important. I enjoy the warm cozy lighting feel of the bar area and that they have different music options based on the day of the week.

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!

I was on a work trip and this bar was walking distance from my hotel. I love dive bars, and this is…read morea great one! The service was good. The atmosphere was fun. I'm glad I tried it.

This St. Paul's Square watering hole is a neighborhood favorite and has a large following of…read morediverse folks all around town. The vibes are always fun and the crowd reflects it. Reasonable drink prices, a great place to watch sports, a pre/post Alamodome stop, and fun karaoke too. Many nights include a food vendor outside as well. This is one of my San Antonio favorites.

Lucky Duck is one of my favorite bars because it's more than just a place to grab a drink. They're…read morealways doing something fun, whether it's workout classes, arts and crafts, free shrimp boils, or watch parties. It feels like there's always an event happening, which keeps me coming back. One of my favorite deals is on Sundays after 9 PM when the entire food truck menu is 50% off. It's a great spot to hang out with friends, enjoy good food and drinks, and try something different. Definitely one of my go-to places!

Lucky Duck is a great place to hang out. Some coworkers and I came to watch the Spurs game, drink…read moreand enjoy the dj.

Recently we hosted our Morrissey After Party at Bang Bang Bar, following the former Smiths…read morefrontman's sold-out January 10th performance at the Boeing Center at Tech Port and honestly, we couldn't have written a better script. Morrissey hadn't graced San Antonio in over 10 years, with past cancellations and postponements haunting fans along the way. So when he finally returned, San Antonio Moz fans showed up and showed out. Despite multiple after-party options across the city, fans from Brazil, the UK, Canada, Japan, and all across the U.S. chose Bang Bang Bar as the place to be on a cold Saturday night. Hosted by local emcee Ricardo Moz and Apollo DJ, the night turned into one for the history books. Bang Bang Bar is easily one of Texas' best dive-lounge bars...the perfect blend of gritty and cozy. Great cocktail program, solid beer selection, and a vibe that just works. The décor leans heavy into a 1950s-60s lounge aesthetic, with intimate spaces like the Blue Room and Yellow Room, perfect for groups of 7-10. Low lighting, warm atmosphere, and zero pretension exactly what you want for a night like this. Bang Bang Bar consistently supports local and touring acts, spanning punk, alternative, and DJ-driven nights, and this Moz Smiths Disco was no exception. It was wall-to-wall classics all night long. Major credit to Phanie and the Bang Bang Bar management they rolled up their sleeves, brought in extra bar staff, and handled an overwhelming crowd like pros. Fans waited up to 45 minutes in the cold, with a line wrapping around the building, and the energy inside never dipped. As the host of Panic On The Streets, I'm incredibly thankful to Bang Bang Bar for helping us pull off one of the best after-parties we've done in years. Fittingly, 2026 marks the 10-year anniversary of both Bang Bang Bar and Panic On The Streets of San Antonio and what a way to celebrate. Bang Bang Bar has long been one of my favorite bars in town, and after this night, that reputation is more than earned. Can't wait to do another Moz Smiths Disco here. -- Panic On The Streets of San Antonio

I've been here a couple of times and have always had a great time. The server/waitress was very…read morefriendly and knowledgeable on what they offered. They were happy to answer my questions and I was never made to feel rushed. The bar itself has an awesome vibe. It's divey but offer fancy drinks. The bar has a stage (we've seen FEA perform there) and they have ample seating (tables, couches, stools, etc). I also enjoy how each couch area is its own living room setup (think of what you see when shopping for couches/coffee tables) and feel/vibe. I make it a point to come and visit this bar any time I'm in San Antonio. We love supporting Phanie and her bands in any way possible. Girl in a Coma and FEA 4ever!

Cool place! Divey in just the right way. Bathrooms are small but clean. Service was quick and…read moreprofessional. Had a few drinks and shots. They have specials that are a great deal everyday of the week. Had a fun time here. Would go back next time I'm in town.

Went for a Brat night during fiesta and was very disappointed. Both Djs hired played the same songs…read moreover and over (barely played charli xcx) and there was multiple men visibly intoxicated bothering people and one of the staff members was chilling with them instead of doing something about it. And there was only soap in the mens room. Bar was friendly and quick.

My wife and I came here on a Friday after work. It was pretty quiet at that time but became a bit…read morelively as the time went by. The bartender was very friendly and informative about their drinks. They have a menu of specialty cocktails they make as well as shots. My wife had the Just Like That which is a martini (see pictures). I had an old fashioned with Makers. Both drinks were pretty good and right balance of mix and alcohol. We also had a spicy jalapeno shot that was not too strong but really good with a good bite. There's a drink called Tony Fresca with the spicy jalapeno shot but it has Topochico added. This drink did an injustice to the shot with too much Topochico. They have a food truck outside and it is all seafood. My wife is allergic so we did not try it. However I would definitely come back for the vibe.

One of my fave neighborhood bars in SA. Super chill atmosphere, great prices, and good vibes…read more There's always good music and the El Jefe food truck that's on the back patio is fire! Really fun spot.