I genuinely thought this was going to be a sports bar vibe, and I was pleasantly surprised to find…read morethat it was a Biergarten and almost pub vibe I was meeting a friend for happy hour and some bites, and we landed on the spot. I will say the GPS got a little confused in the route for some reason and I nearly missed an exit and even the entrance (there was some construction going on) There is plenty of parking, but the parking lot was pretty full. You walk up and either walk through the courtyard style Biergarten with tables or you can go inside. It was an unseasonably nice day, so, we opted to sit outside There is a QR code to view the menus. There are entrees and plenty of apps/sharables. There is also a very extensive beer menu. Make no mistake, this is their bread and butter. They boast an imprecise "99 beers on tap." There's local brews, light and dark beers, hoppy, Belgium style, German style, wheat, etc etc etc. if that's not your speed there are cocktails and non-alcoholic options. Our server was fantastic. She was very kind and patient with us. We were constantly checked in on, but not in a hovering way or a pressure to leave. Our food and drinks always came out in a timely manner. She made us feel well taken care of The drinks hit the spot, and the food was tasty. It was definitely a chill vibe/hang. We were there for hours just catching up, and we saw other happy hours, birthday parties, dates, bachelorette parties, etc Some tips: I did order a couple beers that they were temporarily out of, but there are so many beers to pivot to. Also, our server was incredibly helpful in offering other suggestions, similar suggestions, and asking the right questions to help land in the next alternative They are not open Mondays, and they're only open until 11pm Tuesday-Thursday (and Sunday). Friday and Saturday they're open til 1am. Also, on Saturdays and Sunday's they offer brunch from 11am-3pm) The Reuben was surprisingly delicious Cheers!!

Hoppy Monk is one of our go-to places in San Antonio so as we had out of town guests for Easter, we…read moredecided to head here! It's been a while since have done brunch and o won't be in a hurry to return to brunch specifically The service was superb, we had a great server and he was absolutely on top of everything which was great! Beers were also great as was the mimosa I had and the kids we were with seemed to like their meals which came out last and they said theirs were hot - ours were not unfortunately. I had the Lox eggs Benedict and in retrospect should have sent it back as it was stone cold! My husband and our friend got the biscuits and gravy and also reported that they were cold - it was also served in a bowl which was a bad idea as the biscuits completely soaked up the gravy and resembled oatmeal by the time it hit the table! We got one meal - waffles and chicken to go and the waffles were inedible- poorly mixed, gritty and so much hot sauce in the mixture that they burned the back of the throat - they had to be trashed ! I love this place but won't return in a hurry for brunch - granted multiple dishes with eggs are hard to time right so we ended up with cold food that did however taste good

Great place and wonderful vibe . Ryan and spencer have a great burger deal .. great playread more

LIZ IS THE BEST BARTENDER EVER! I freaking love her! Oooooo, and her espresso martinis are off the…read morechain!!! DO. NOT. SLEEP. ON. THIS. BAR! Got the Veggie Wrap with Shrimp. I got the Herb-Lime Vinaigrette and the Spicy Caesar on the side. For the record, BOTH are delicious with it and you can't go wrong either way. Sitting down in the bar before hopping into a Texas hold 'em poker tournament. If you're looking for a fun night out Texas Style, this is the way to go, y'all! Classiest card room in San Antonio!

We recently had the distinct pleasure of revisiting this establishment, and it proved to be just as…read moreenjoyable as our initial experience. Upon arriving shortly after their 5 PM opening, around 5:45 PM, we were greeted by an impressively lively atmosphere; the interior was already quite bustling, clearly a popular spot! The venue is thoughtfully designed with ample seating options, catering to various preferences. Whether you prefer the vibrant energy indoors or a more relaxed ambiance in their outdoor area, there's a comfortable spot waiting. A true highlight, and their undeniable specialty, is their extensive and expertly curated selection of whiskey drinks. For connoisseurs and casual enthusiasts alike, their menu offers a delightful exploration of this spirit, showcasing true mastery in their craft. To make the experience even more appealing, they offer fantastic Happy Hour specials. These run from Tuesday through Friday, between 5 PM and 7 PM. On weekends, the Happy Hour kicks off earlier, from 3 PM to 5 PM, providing a perfect opportunity to enjoy their remarkable whiskey offerings at exceptional value.

Im not a big fan of bars because they're usually too loud or simply not well designed…read more Books looks like a library, think 'Dark Academia' vibe. And their potions are delightful. They make a delicious Carajillo. The service is excellent too. Without being stuffy or pretentious.

Went yesterday for a date with my husband and got there during happy hour. We had so much fun! We…read moredid the shooting games, had amazing pizza and some really good drinks. Suzie took our order and checked in to make sure we were comfortable and she was so great. 10/10 experience and we can't wait to be back with some friends!

The Green Lantern was a pretty good experience overall, though it wasn't exactly my scene…read more The place has a more preppy vibe than I typically go for, and the drinks were definitely on the pricier side. That said, the venue was busy, energetic, and clearly popular with the crowd that was there. The highlight of the night was the live band. They were fantastic and brought a lot of energy to the room. The music really elevated the experience and kept the atmosphere fun throughout the evening. It did get pretty crowded, so if you're looking for a quiet place to have a conversation, this probably isn't it. But if you're looking for live music, a lively crowd, and a night out with friends, you'll likely have a good time. Not necessarily my favorite hangout spot, but still a solid experience.

Service is great, very friendly staff. Tried the Mango Planet, the Dirty Martini, and Carajillo. So…read moregood!

One of our members has been recommending this place for two years as a venue for our monthly…read moreretirement luncheons. I finally put it on this year's schedule and planned to go with a group of ten. But, as the day drew nearer, folks just started cancelling for various reasons, until we finally ended up with a party of five today. When we arrived, I was surprised at just how much of a "bar and grill" this was. I started getting nervous about the food. I know we've all been to bars that had horrible food before. Fortunately, this is not one of those bars.The food here was really good. We started with an order of fried mushrooms served with gravy and deviled eggs. I'm not a fan of fried food, but the others all seemed to enjoy them. There was a huge mound of them that all but disappeared. I opted for the deviled eggs- one of my favorite foods. These were topped with a crunchy strip of bacon and served with a pile of pickled jalapeno slices. The were super delicious! On our member's recommendation, I tried the orange chicken served with fried rice for my entree, as did two others. I was overwhelmed with the gobs of food the server sat in front of me. There were at least twenty bite-sized nuggets of chicken sitting on top of a bed of fried rice. That bed was obviously a California King! They were lightly covered in the orange sauce, but still crunchy. It was a very satisfying meal. I had the other half for supper, and it was almost as delicious heated up in the microwave. One of our people had a pepperoni pizza. It was probably about 18". The crust was amazingly thin. It just looked awesome to me. My friend enjoyed it, but carried a lot home with her. The fifth person in our group had the Reuben sandwich. She said it was delicious, but was put off by the amount of fat on the meat. Encore makes their own pastrami. The chef explained to her that the fat on the pastrami was what most people thought made it such a delicious meat. I know it looked great to me. I will most likely have that next time I visit, and there will be a next time.

Friendly staff. Food was lacking. Clean…read more Deed fryer oil definitely needed to be changed. The tartar sauce was tasty.

Embers is a great spot for happy hour bites. The appetizers were delicious, and I particularly…read moreenjoyed their version of popcorn chicken, served with several dipping sauces to choose from. There's also burger sliders and nachos with queso dip. But the pizzas really stole the show. The Butcher's Block and Pepperoni pizzas were both winners. I totally love the thin, crispy crust. Great food and a wonderful hospitality here at Embers Wood Fired Kitchen & Tap has definitely earned a spot on my list of go-to places for tasty bites, great ambience, and friendly service. Looking forward to coming back soon!

I had the pizza from Embers this weekend. It wasn't exactly bad.. I think overall the dish could…read morehave been more flavorful in general. The steak was also pretty tuff and chewy which makes eating it off of a pizza pretty inconvenient. I did order take out so I'm giving an extra star just to be kind since this was my first experience with them and have no idea how they might be on a regular basis. However, the pizza was worth about 2 stars.

Little above decent place to gather for drinks and conversation. Bartender was attentive and nice…read more Happy hour 6-9 old fashioned they are not bad at all just which they use clear ice cube for better presentation but the flavors are there. The place it self is nice there's plenty of seating just don't know about the weekends. It's kind of hidden which is in a way good spirit selection is decent it's not much of big selection but they do have some good ones. Definitely want to come back!! We arrived on a Tuesday and the ambience was nice being that there was a few people I mean I like people but sometimes to much people in a somewhat speak easy place is not good I think y'all know what I mean it just was a good time for conversation and enjoying your drink especially as soon as your glass is empty the bartender ask "want another". Sorry no pics.

We went on a Saturday evening. Live chill music(acoustic)…read more Drinks yummy. Our bartender was awesomeness but I can't member his name ‍

My friends and I continue to return to this place as a regular hang out because every time we go…read moreit's great! Good drinks and friendly bartenders.

Screens in every direction, great company and killer booze, this is where sports lovers and fantasy…read morefootball fanatics belong. Fly Falcoholic!

Cowboy Nate...!!!!! Omg!!! Amazing service and amazing skills in mixology! Love the expresso martiniread more

Trivia night with challenge ASA trivia Monday nights .....so much fun !!!…read moreCome out and play !!! Chad is a great host