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    The Lonesome Rose

    4.4 (40 reviews)
    Open 5:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)

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    THE LONESOME ROSE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Divey
    Casual
    Live music
    Outdoor seating

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    Jesus C.

    Definitely coming back here! Who knew that a little place on the strip would have suck good country music and great drinks. The old bar feel was awesome, the decore made me feel I stepped into a bar from the 70s. The staff was helpful and quick when taking our orders. I look forward to going back!

    Desiree H.

    We absolutely love this little honky tonk. It's our favorite date night spot. We love experiencing live music here and the place is so diverse and welcoming. We never feel out of place or uncomfortable. The drinks are always so consistently tasty!

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    Karol M.

    The name sounded suspiciously like a strip club to us, but it isn't. Let's sum it up: It's a live music dive bar with a patio and food trucks, regional craft and domestic beer, and a full bar with some creative cocktails. The main room has a stage and retro cafe seating, and our booth seat actually rocked forward dangerously every time my friend plopped down next to me. They may or may not have air conditioning, but there are a couple of window units in the wall behind the stage, and several box fans pointed downward from the ceiling. So it was a little stuffy in September. And the place was packed, which we aren't used to seeing in the Time of Covid, especially since maybe only three other people were masked. So I was a little nervous, tbh. But everyone was obviously having a great time. They have a back patio with a food truck, but the live music is inside. We don't often come to San Antonio anymore, but we made an exception to see these particular bands, and noticed that the entire street had clubs that were equally as packed. The party is back on in San Antonio, y'all, for better or for worse. May the odds be ever in your favor. Parking is available in their very small lot or along the street, shared with the rest of the neighborhood.

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    Yadhira L.

    No matter where I start my night of live music I wind up at the Lonesome Rose. It was the first bar I returned to when we started to open back up. The drinks are strong and the music is good. The company has been great. Somehow I run into old friends and have made new ones out on the picnic tables. The food truck is a definite plus. It has an all-around great vibe.

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    Matt G.

    Nothing wrong with a dive country bar. Very relaxed setting. They had karaoke going when i went which was a Wednesday. They have really interesting drink combos. If you dont know about combos. You gotta go try. I will need to go back when they have a band play. Kind of a medium size place so i wonder the volume if there is a band.

    Minimalist stage leads to quite the intimate experience!

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    Loved it all! Be back soon Bartender weee very nice. Heard a great band. Will definitely recommend.

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    Fun bar with live music but could use a bit more seating. We didn't try the food but the bartender was friendly.

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    4 years ago

    In good company with Lighthouse and Bang Bang as one of the best dive bars in SA. Long live the Lonesome!

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    3 years ago

    Great little gem and throwback in downtown SA!! Outside patio and inside, feels like a place my Daddy or Grandpa would hit when in town.

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    6 years ago

    Walked up and the fella working the van invited us in and gave us the best basket of fries you've ever had. Great environment. Good folks.

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    Fun place, live music, strong drinks, neat outdoor area. Area sidewalks were under construction, walking was a challenge but Uber works.

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    Love this place! Great live music, beautiful patio, best French fries on the strip, and nicest owners and atmosphere.

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    Man, it was so cool coming to this little honky Tonk and seeing a great group, one for the books for sure.

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