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    The Base Line

    4.3 (49 reviews)
    Open 2:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)

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    Moderate noise
    Divey
    Casual
    Outdoor seating

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    Cory M.

    The Pizza!!! You gotta get it!!!! The music!!!!! The best!!! The drinks!!! The people!!! Shelby got body!!! I love it here!!! Lol!!!!

    Sam H.

    Found this place by chance and it's off the beaten path. First of all. I knew nothing about this bar but apparently I know more than ever now. It's out of the way but trust me it's so worth it. The drinks are on point and Heather is a GEM. I've been here a few times and every single time I'm glad I came. If your looking for a place you can unwind and relax with a stiff drink. This. Is. Your. Place. I read the other reviews and trust me. You won't regret it. It's perfect. Unwind. Sit back and relax. You will make this go to place.

    Phillip M.

    What can I say this place is a refreshing local bar that reminds me of neighborhood bars you see on TV. The owner Heather is a crazy fun experienced bartender with a hell of a memory. If you sit at the bar for a while you will be surprised how many people she knows by name. Her staff is friendly and treats you as a friend of the family. Oh and the prices are Update: Come see Tessa, you can't miss her. She's a cute ginger.

    Ice cold draft beer ... Yum! ... With a Blacktooth shot in honor of Dimebag Darrell Abbott's (Pantera) death 12 years last night 12/08/16
    Carol I.

    The Recovery Room is a local neighborhood hang out not far from Ft. Sam on the edge of Terrell Hills next door to Aloha Kitchen. I've stopped in a couple of times and the staff has always been super friendly. If the owner, Heather, is around, she'll stop by to chat you up, welcome you to the bar, and buy you a drink... How cool is that? The draft beer is ice cold... so I'm a huge fan!!! Check in to Yelp or Facebook... and get a FREE drink!

    Am drinking the best fresh margarita by the talented & beautiful Corie (my favorite bartender) her at Base Line. Come get one if you can.
    Travis C.

    Hands down the best bartenders and patrons in town! Love this place. Come down if you have the chance, you won't regret it!

    A promising bar that's been featured on Bar Rescue, it falls very short of the expectations. The DJ. Let's start here. All he plays is hip-hop from the early 2000s. He tries to mix and cross fade but he can't match the beat so every time he does, it's an absolute train wreck. The bar has a sign that says "best pizza in town" so I thought I'd order something to eat. The only have frozen Walmart pizza, and a countertop pizza oven. And all the had was a margarita pizza. So I ordered dominoes and had it delivered. I be honest, they don't need a DJ at all. They have a TouchTunes mounted on the wall and would do better running that on WiFi so customers could pay to play music, allowing the bar tender to control the volume. . It's a dimly lit bar, and he has the most obnoxious lights flashing, and two speakers on stands. The bar staff is extremely pleasant and very kind to the customers. The atmosphere is a mix of older/senior adult Hispanic couples, and obnoxiously young army personnel ( mostly officers here for BOLC at Ft Sam). People are extremely loud trying to talk over the music. It's very hard to communicate even across the bar at the pool tables. There is a variety of bar games: pool, shuffle board, darts, giant connect 4.

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    Best owner, fun place good folks!! Great prices, fun crowd. TVs, pool tables, darts and fun events.

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    The Bang Bang Bar

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    4.1 mi
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    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!

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    More Moz Fam dancing!
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    Frozen irish coffees!
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    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!

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    KISS pinball machine
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    The Munsters on TV around the billiards table.
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    05 Feb 2026 What a…read moregreat place. Located at 525 S. St. Mary's St., it is a hidden gem. It is part of Hermann Sons. I meet some former co-workers for drinks every couple of months. We chose this place for today. I was unfamiliar on where to enter the bar, so I called the number listed in Yelp. Lorrie answered and told me the front door is unlocked at 5pm and that's where you enter. We got there at 5:10 pm and the door was locked, so I called again. Lorrie said the bartender must be talking to someone so she'll call him. The bartender comes down and unlocks the door. Come to find out, Lorrie is the bartenders wife. The phone number listed in Yelp is their home number. Geez, I was hoping to meet Lorrie because she was so damn friendly and helpful. But no, she's at home. Chris, her husband, is tending the bar. He too, is muy friendly. We had a great time. Great service and reasonably-priced drinks. Beer and wine only. No hard stuff. But the beer selection is primo. Also an array of Austin Eastsiders drinks. At least ten different flavors. Trivia is a big deal on Friday nights. Chris says it's pretty serious. I say go there.

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