It's a dive, but my kinda dive! Claudia the manager is amazing and tbh this is a really chill place…read morewith mostly industry folks. Have been there several times, trust me, it is not as scary as it looks from the outside!

08 Feb 2025 Alas,…read morethe new year has brought an increase in prices. Mind you, I can't remember the last time they had an increase. Three Jack and Cokes and three Bud Lights was $24, including tax. It used to be $18. So best I can figure (didn't get an itemized receipt), is the Jack is now $5 and the beer is $2.50. Still the best bargain downtown. Go there b

Good semi dive bar. It they neglect it just a little more it will be perfect. Good bartenders and…read morecheap drinks. Of course happy hour in the San Antonio Gayborhood is all about cheap drinks. Usually busy even when others are not so much. Cruise all the bars if doesn't suit ya mood, all our bars have a unique find. Find the one that fits the mood of the day or capture a little bit of several of them.

Great service. Good music. Been here multiple times. Jason is always a pleasure and fantastic…read morebartender

I love this place! Depending on the night it can get a little crowded at times, but nothing like…read morethe other bars down the street. The clientele varies, with anything between 21 years to retirement age. Great and affordable place for queer (and non-queer) people to meet and have drinks, enjoy music and have a good time. I would for sure recommend this as your starting point if you're trying to go bar hopping in the gayborhood.

Been a regular for a minute with my wife and I we had our daughter come with us after she get off…read moreof school from SAC down the road. Excellent service and great deals.

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!

If you're looking for clubbing and all night dancing this is not it. This is more of a local…read moredive-bar with great bartenders that see you as more than just another customer! I've been here at random times throughout the day, and of course for the usual evening drinks and it's always a chill time. It may look a little questionable outside but the place is calm and chill. No drama or overly annoying drunk people. Definitely more of a hole in the wall to grab a drink and relax. The first Saturday of every month is their Kinky Karnival. The theme changes monthly, so check their site for the upcoming theme. Lastly, Abrahan is amazing and friendly, he remembers his guests and their drink orders. If you get lucky and he's your bartender, you will not have a bad drink.

They hosted a Thanksgiving food drive for MCCSA. SO much food. A big THank you to everyone who…read moredonated and the bartenders. You are the greatest!!! Blessings Rev Marsha Warren

richie is the cunt carisma uniqueness talent the best part…read moreof bonham! i would not even go if it wasn't for him being the best bartender ever !!!!

This place sucks. It hasn't been cool since 1984 and then it held on till like 1999! Now it's just…read morelots of ghetto they close half of the bars down! The music sucks! They even let you wear flip-flops that says a lot about that establishment.

It's been a great establishment for quite some time there's lots of fun and all kinds of people and…read moreall lots of life. We don't know who Trump is here. We're all about love love love come out here and hang out. It's not the same like it was back in the day, but we're still here and we're queer and get used to it!

If you are a looking for a good (maybe the best) gay bar experience in San Antonio then look no…read morefurther than Sparky's Pub. The ambiance is always welcoming and the drink prices are always on point. Bartenders are friendly and accommodating. The club has shows, events, and specials that keep clientele coming back and also has a laid back vibe supplied by regulars who enjoy the friendly environs. Many SA gay venues are either too stuffy, skanky, or downright scary but Sparky's Pub works to welcome our weird and diverse groups to be a safe space for all.

If you're in the mood to Dance & have an amazing time. The WKND is the place to be. There plenty of…read moreroom on dance floor. The DJ plays top dance hit remixes, tejano, and everything in between. There's plenty of bar staff and no lines waiting for a drink like other bars in the area. So when you're in the mood for good time the WKND is your next stop.

Steph got me right highly recommend for a night downtown!! I got a few margaritas and had a great…read moretime!

It's a great place to have a cold beer and listen to good music...the bartenders and staff are…read moreamazing!!!

Pretty good venue. It is much more spacious than it appears from the outside. Great…read moreair-conditioning. Happy hour from 3 - 9pm. I got a Bud and a cherry vodka sour for $6.50. Not a bad price. We had this year's karaoke reunion here. Great sound system. Able to access the better karaoke versions of songs, namely Sound Choice and Sunray. Kia and Mel manned the karaoke booth. Both are excellent singers. A great time was had by all. It was also a memorial for Michael R, who recently passed away. A real great fellow and singer. Bittersweet. There are two electronic dart boards and two pool tables. Several TVs for watching sports. Internet jukebox, AMI. Nice addition to the neighborhood. They used to be on Coachlight, out towards the airport. Go there.

These is one of the most coolest bar. Al the bartenders are there to serve you and love the…read moreclientele,, very happy everytime I go thanks cobalt

Sat at the bar for 10 minutes on a non crowded night and not even acknowledged. Wouldn't come…read moreback, horrible service. And smells like urine and cleaning solution.