Small, dark, moody. Intimate atmosphere, good music and tasty libations. Service is friendly and…read moreswift. Wonderful neighborhood bar.

Came back here on Saturday night terrible service I'll never come back the bartenders rude didn't…read moremake my drink prepared something I did not order!

Great spot specializing in Texas craft beer. They do have stuff from other states as well…read more Sat at the bar and spoke with owner who gave us the history on why the place is what it is now. Chill spot with great music. If you want you can order food to be delivered there, they have no issues as their food options are limited. There's plenty of restaurants next door to walk to. They have a ton of weekly events on the wall to draw people in. If you have the love for great beer, come check this place out.

The Hop Doctor is the ultimate SPOT. Serving Prosecco, mimosas, beer, seltzers and more. Don't…read moremiss out!!! Perfect setting for an enjoyable time with friends or colleagues. The bartending service is exceptional and Chris is the MAN with the master PLAN!!!! Behind this awesomeness are the owners Randy Fern and Nate Midberry! The ambiance is relaxed and inviting. Come on by!!!! Family and friendly place

This the go to spot for great drinks ,great ambience , great vibes!! Love all the bartenders! Great…read moreplace to Watch the games always a great time!

The bartender Nia was so nice and ensured my drink was perfect. She took such great care of me and…read moreexplained everything to me that I didn't know about. She was knowledgeable as well as ensuring drinks were out in a timely manner even though it was busy. Most bars I don't receive the kind of service she gave me and if I could give 6 stars because the menu was great and the ambience was great for a relaxing night with a fantastic bartender I would!

The food was awesome I had a charcuterie and also fish and chips. Omg it was good the place is even…read moreawesome great music and the ambient is fun and plates are hung on the walls detailing customers who have come over the years. Service was great. I would come again

Stopped in for the main attraction (beers) and had dinner too. I ordered the chicken paco bowl…read morewith rice, which was... meh. Something different I said, but should have gotten one of their burgers, which doesn't disappoint. The bowl was kind of tasteless to me, lots of rice underneath and the chicken just didn't have a good flavor. Wouldn't order it again when there are many other favorite menu choices but then again this is mainly filler for the beer :)

This place is a hidden gem in San Antonio Everything we tried was amazing, sirloin tacos, rib eye…read moretacos, cauliflower tacos, lomito saltado, mole enchiladas, the pozole tostada, and even a tuna tostada that was so good I didn't even get a picture The pear quesadilla dessert was such a unique touch. Great service, a cozy yet elevated atmosphere, and a creative Latin fusion menu. Definitely one of the best taco spots in San Antonio. Will be back for sure!

Out running errands with wifey and we're close by. This has been on her radar so we decided to get…read morea quick bit. Ambience: 5/5 - comfortable seating, ample space between tables and CLEAN!!! Nice vibes! Service: 4/5 - the server needs to step up his game and here's why. We didn't get our food for about 40 minutes(so it's important to have some in the front able to work the room) and engage with customers. In our case the owner did that but I think the server should own that. The tortillas were some of the best I've ever eaten. Food: 5/5 - WOW! Unique, delicious, creative menu that did not disappoint one bit! Little did we know how much the menu would differ from your run of the mill joints. Everything on the plate had purpose and was absolutely stunning. Then our tacos arrived - the Negro Pastor, the cauliflower taco and the smoked picanha taco. So so good.

Best bar in San Antonio. Pool, darts, good music, and great service. What more could you want?read more

#favorite local spot near the Medical Center! Great vibe, honest peeps, you can't go wrong at The…read moreWatering Hole. Today is steak night T-bone and a baked potato for $18.! My bestie forgot an Expensive pool stick last night, and it was kept safe & returned!! You can't find a place like this anywhere.!

While staying at the Aloft I stopped in here a few times for a drink before or after dinner. The…read morebartender is very friendly and they have a decent cocktail list and assortment of spirits to make most any popular drink being requested. They're located in the lobby of the Aloft on UTSA Blvd and there's a pool table and cozy seating throughout, as well as bar seating and these three rooms with cozy, secluded couches.

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!

The best whiskey selection on the northwest side of town. Good service, but Scottish pronunciation…read morethrows them for a bit of a loop - very understandable in South Texas, but maybe something that can be worked on.

Overall, I love rock and rye! It's a really fun bar with a huge selection of both cocktails and…read morewhiskeys. First for the atmosphere, it's a really nice environment during the day and most weeknights but weekends it's very loud and lively. Which is fine, but it is advertised as a speakeasy, but I would say its more of a loud bar vibe on weekend evenings. For service, it's generally pretty fast! You can order either at the bar or they can come to you. We usually prefer grabbing a seat if we can and order through a server. Definitely reccomend that but you might have to come a bit earlier if it's a weekend evenings. Servers are usually nice and helpful. In terms of the drinks they are great but I'll say you have to be very specific of what you like. I'm pretty straight forward so usually get a Moscow mule, mojito, or their kiwi express! All are awesome! However, I did ask if they could do a porn star martini. Passion fruit, liqueur, not too hard I thought... but they couldn't make it. I asked if they could just make me something w passion fruit instead and was told I could not. Very odd and usually they will make me a drink if I ask for it. Overall I think this is a fun place to go for a weeknight drink w friends or a bigger crowd for a livelier atmosphere for the weekend. I wouldn't deviate from the menu- they have plenty of options. You'll see us again! Thanks rock and rye!