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!

Man, it was so cool coming to this little honky Tonk and seeing a great group, one for the books…read morefor sure. It's a classic hole in the wall but it gives a homie not aggressive spot, if that makes any sense. The parking situation is not the greatest as you will have to park along the street 80% of the time lol but nevertheless it's a vibe. There's a cool outside area that has two food trucks and plenty of seating as inside is mainly for standing. The service there was good I had been asked if I needed help which was shocking as most places do not care until you go up to the bar.

Greatest place on the strip! My favorite bar in San Antonio. You always walk in to a sea of…read morefamiliar faces, the bartenders are great, cheap drinks, live music, a delicious food truck, and tons of outdoor seating with fire pits in the winter. What more could you want?

The new owner is amazing! I never knew about this spot, randomly walked into it, and now it's my…read morehome. This is where the locals go to. Great legacy and even better new ownership!

Ambiance is awesome! Michael the owner brought out snacks for about 8 of us! Chris at the bar took…read morecare of everything that we needed. Great atmosphere & lots of fun. Happy Taco Tuesday!

Everytime I've come here it's been a good experience and time to give them a shout out. I've been…read morehere in the evening for karaoke (which I highly recommend with the talent here). This was on a Wednesday and it was all walks of life and all types of music from classic to new. I walked in to an older gent who was killing it to some Al Green, "Let's Stay Together" and it was smooth as butter just like the vibes here. The night only got better from there. I tried it during the later afternoon and the vibe was even more chill. There were some regulars and we chit chatted about where we were all from and funny Cooteys stories. I played some music from my seat on TouchTunes and overall had a very relaxing time. Others were playing great jams too and wow I can't remember the last time I heard Beach Boys. But I'm here for it. Just a heads up.. This is one of those spots that charges a $20 holding credit card fee. But atleast they gave me a heads up instead of throwing it on me last minute and giving me the choice of cash. Bathrooms were very clean and well kempt. This place knows how to do fun right.

Almost halfway done with the entire menu and everything has been amazing! This is the bar to be at…read moreif yoy are not a people person. I live how people do not f up this bar!

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!

You need earplugs to hear the music without hurting your ears and brain. Listen from the bar and it…read moremay sound good

Great venue for live music! Love the arcade and the other bar games of course! Great place for…read morephotos.

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.

This place is super historic! The bar feels like you literally stepped into a time capsule. There…read moreis a pool table, a popcorn machine with free serve-yourself popcorn, cheap drinks, and snacks like bags of chips for purchase. Sometimes they have live music, or trivia nights. A hidden gem for a no frills, chill place to hang.

Adriana was rude and arguing with her "friend" behind the bar which in turn he left. My girl friend…read moreand I kinda went along with them thinking they were playing and they weren't. Adriana didn't offer another drink till the end since she was taking shots with her friends. Once she did she said, "you have four minutes to drink" at the same time the "friend" who she was arguing with came back. Her whole mood changed and yelled, "it's 2am you gotta get the fuck out" the clock is set 15 minutes ahead which is fine. But she then decided to argue with my girl friend and I. I just asked for the tab, she slammed it on the bar top and said, "get the fuck out" mind you I've been going there for well over 7 years. Bryn and Chloe always had great service.

Brynn is the best bartender ever. She is so funny and kind. The food was sooooo good and the vibe…read morewas great overall