Really incredible and kind service from the tall bartender with the glasses! Very very nice! I…read moreordered lemon pepper wings and a lime frozen marg! Both were good! The wings had a crisp on them that was out of this world! Perfect patio music playing in the background and an incredibly dog friendly outside area! They have both shaded and unshaded seats! This was a super nice place, I'd come back! Perfect after a day at the river ! And I saw they do karaoke and trivia !

Only came for drinks. Will come back soon, for food. Loved the ambiance. The bar server was very…read morepatient as I requested my drink to be prepared with extra limes. Great place to hang out, grab a drink and sit and mingle. Plenty of outdoor seating.

Went today for "Burger Night" burger was pretty damn good and the beers were ice cold. Would love…read moreto try it again another time. Loved the outdoor area and the small hole in the wall vibes of the place too

Highly recommend Tuesday Steak night. Excellent steak and loaded baked potato for $16…read more Kate, our server was outstanding , friendly and very attentive. Be ready to enjoy a delicious perfectly cooked steak at an unbelievable price

My friend and I came in here last weekend for some late night drinks. We were happy that the…read morekitchen was still open at 11! I had tried one of their pizzas, which was really just a flatbread. It was ok, nothing really special. It felt like it was just heated up and not made fresh. The couple next to us had a cheese plate which looked really good! I wish I got that lol! I had their blood orange martini cocktail and it was great. I wish it was a little more tart, but good overall! The vibes are very cute and I'm sure the patio would be great during the day. The bartender was super friendly and was super sweet when we asked her to grab a pic of us! I think it would be a good spot for a cheese plate and a glass of wine and I would go more in that direction when dining here!

Ordered the Bacon Apple Brie pizza, the Baked Brie with pecans and honey as well as apple slices…read moreand a blackberry mead cocktail - everything was phenomenal! The flavors paired perfectly together and the service was great! This place knows what it's doing and does it so well! I'm not from the area, but I will be back!

a good vibe safe place and drinks are great staff is really cool and chill! Me and my girl had a…read moreball plus everything well a lot of stuff. The drinks are strong.

Located in downtown San Marcos in the very heart of "college town, USA," Shade offers a picturesque…read morerooftop view of downtown and surprisingly good adult beverages with modest prices all in a safe environment. I wasn't told about this establishment, rather I happened upon it while meandering about aimlessly on a Saturday afternoon in April. All the other bars at 2am seemed dead, so I saw the sign and decided to ascend the "stairway to drinks" in the easily overlooked front entrance. After hitting the top of the stairs, the place opens up to a very interesting experience. There are two main covered areas, a thought to keep in mind as it was rigorously sprinkling when I visited. First there's a well-stocked open bar area under a makeshift roof with TVs there to grab the attention if the phone isn't working. Sorry, that's a pet peeve of mine as so many people go out nowadays to bars and sit on a phone rather than socialize. What's the point!? Ok, lets get back to the review shall we? While the bar has a 270 degree seating area, there are some open tables without a roof. This yields to the largest area with a shack like roof covering picknick tables, benches all not exactly the most comfortable seating but cozy nonetheless. The fellow patrons were extremely nice and represented all spectrums of life. As for the drinks the bartender was extremely helpful in suggesting drinks of the day while being fast in severing over 30 people by himself. Kudos to slinging suds at a lightspeed pace. I don't fault the establishment for only having one person scheduled as 2pm isn't normally busy but when an impromptu bridal shower shows up, Shade showed out (meaning they handled it well)! My bourbon cocktail was perfectly balanced while their special drinks weren't overpowering yet had enough alcohol to kick start a motor into 5th gear after sitting idle for too long. Overall, I love this joint as it's everything one could realistically want in a bar. Even though their cocktails varieties are somewhat limited, sorry I wasn't ordering a "pickle-rita" they're very good and reasonably priced. The view is great no matter where which seat is selected and the people are fun and delightful. I highly suggest giving this place a shot as it checks all the boxes on an impromptu list. The only pause would be if it's raining hard, let it end before heading up the stairs.

Had a girl's date night here and we would definitely go again:) I definitely recommend making a…read morereservation because it was a Wednesday and I made a reservation the night before and there were already no inside tables available. We started with the milk bread and it is delicious! A must to get here. The lobster roll was good but so big I could only eat one. The brussel sprouts are perfect. The drinks are good and it was a beautiful evening to sit outside. Great dinner at a great place with great service:)

Cody's is always a class act! The food is consistently outstanding, the drinks are top notch, and…read morethe atmosphere keeps us coming back. What really sets this place apart is the personal touch. The owners actually remember what you enjoy and will even bring in a bottle of spirits you may like based on your last visit. That level of hospitality is rare these days. Great people, great service, and an all-around great experience every time. Highly recommend!

My husband and I had a great time playing pool, ping pong and putt putt!! It was a very hot day…read morebut the fans were a nice touch! Friendly staff

Super fun place for date night. Drinks are solid and there is so much to do. I love that you can…read moremini golf as long as you want. The bartenders were super nice and the train shots were always an exciting treat.

Leslie was amazing. really brought the vibes. Perfect service for my first time back to taproom in…read more5+ years. it's exactly the same except better with her around! so knowledgeable and welcoming! thank you Leslie!!!!

I love the food (great burgers), beer and service here. The reason for four stars is that although…read moreplace is a dive (with great potential) I can't get past the sticky floors, tables, chairs and doors. Definitely not for germaphobes...or anyone who can't handle years of bar residue.

I stopped into The Davenport for a cocktail before a long night out on the San Marcos square, and I…read morewish I had stayed there longer. The Davenport has such a relaxed atmosphere, from the Sade playing inside to the energy of the bartenders, that it feels comfortable as a cocktail bar. We all ordered one drink each, with some ordering the Jonestown Kool-Aid or a Barbie's Bathwater. I ordered a classic Aviation, which I believe is one of the best cocktails around, and it was great. It was a little sharper than ones I've had before, but I was asked if it was good or if he needed to make it sweeter. I enjoyed it for what it is, and I thought the price was pretty fair. I think The Davenport is a great starter or closer on a night out, or simply a great place to stay for a while. The patio is nice and comfortable, especially once the sun goes down, and the vibes are well worth it. RIYL: Creative cocktails that don't break the bank

Emily, Andy, and MC are the perfect bartenders and hosts. My friend and I have thoroughly enjoyed…read moreour drinks, experience, and time at Davenport!! We will be coming back for the friendly environment and customized experience and drinks. we had the best time.