I had never been to Be Kind and Rewind before, but I went for a Gathering event that was a Rihanna-themed party. The drink specials were great, the service was solid, and the lighting and overall atmosphere really set the vibe. This place is definitely a staple of downtown San Antonio nightlife. read more

If you ever get the chance to be served by someone who truly loves what they do, it shows--and that's exactly what you get with Ninah! The energy of 'Be Kind and Rewind' is amazing and out go-to! From the moment you walk-in the energy is a totally Vibe! Ninah's, kindness, and attention to detail made the entire experience feel special. You didn't just "do your job"--you went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect! Thank you for making us feel welcomed and turning a simple outing into something memorable. We'll absolutely be back--and we'll be asking for you every time! read more

This is a wee bit old, but figure better late than never. I see my friend wrote hers a little late, too. Ha! Anyhow, we had a large group of friends during Halloween weekend and after our dinner on the River, a friend said, "Hey, lets all go to Be Kind & Rewind!" We said, "Um, okay!" We were already in costume so that was great. The place is pretty big and you pretty much dance everywhere. There are several bars. It's easy to get overlooked by the bartendar so you have to be prepared to stand your ground and not get bumped to the side (with the customers and not the staff). The drinks were good (not the greatest) but I loved the syringe shots. Those were fun. It was fun trying to walk around the whole place when it was packed. Very difficult but entertaining. Ladies, don't wait last minute to use the restroom. There was always a line! Overall, a lot of fun! .. ... read more

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This place is awesome! We stumbled upon it randomly and loved it. Angel is an amazing bartender, really enjoyed chatting with him. Make sure to check out all the decor! read more

This place is my vibe!!! So flash back from the past but cool!!! This is a must try place!!! Service is awesome and the bartender is cool!!' Food is available for a little snack if needed but up to you!!! read more

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We had the BEST TIME here for karaoke!!! The dance floor was great. Everyone was dancing and the crowd who sang was quite eclectic. Literally the most perfect vibe I have ever experienced. We were visiting from out of town which was the only disappointment. But we were there on a weeknight and I was surprised how hopping it was! read more

Drinks are top tier. Wait staff was kind and amazing. We had our co-ed bachlor/Bachelorette party here. And omg it was such a great time for these 2 millennials. read more

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12.26.25: This place is too cute (least it was with all the holiday decor). The vibe was nice and on Fridays (when I was there) they play 80's & 90's music which we enjoyed! Different music is played on different nights so look into that. They offered free arcade games which was a fun surprise. Some of the drink specials were noted inside a VHS tape which was a unique touch. I was just in town for the night but would return if ever in the area. read more

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Cool night club/bar. Drinks were ok. Vibe was more of a 20's / early 30's crowd so it really just depends on what you're looking for. read more

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False claims of intoxication. Security and bouncer will actually assault you. If I could give 0 stars I would

The ambiance is really cool! Absolutely retro and stellar! Want some drinks and nostalgia go here

This is a novel place with loads of fun throw backs to meander about and look at! I loved the 80s, 90s, and 00s music videos playing and the free arcade games. So fun and nostalgic! We went during a very slow time. We're in our late 30s and late 40s so we don't start our nights at 10. We usually end them then. Haha! So the bartender was quick, neither super friendly or rude. We didn't eat so I can't say anything about that (if they even have food, which I'm doubtful about), but we had two frozen margaritas. They were out of a machine. They were meh. This is definitely more of a club spot so not totally our style, but we really enjoyed checking out the nostalgic decor, playing a few games, and looking at the fun Christmas decor. I'm happy we visited, as I've been curious about this place, but I think I got my fill in the one visit. read more

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Such an impressive venue. Security in front is in point, majes one feel safe. Bartenders were so sweet and helpful. Great drinks, service and experience. Music got everyone into the groove. I really want to come back . read more

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One of the coolest bars I ever went to! I decided to pull on a weekday during happy hour to avoid the long lines and huge crowds. I was able to fully experience the bar and take my photos in peace. They perfectly encapsulate the 80's , 90's and early 2000's aesthetic giving you nostalgia overload. They had music from various eras playing which takes you down memory lane. The ambiance was amazing and very nostalgic. I liked the different sections throughout the place. This place is a must if you're ever in San Antonio! read more

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Lot of fun video games to play which most are free. Guard with a bullet proof vest frisking you when you come in, I appreciate safety but not being from area makes me think that this place gets wild at night. Glad I was there around dinner time. Not a remarkable drink selection read more

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I really wanted to have fun here but... This place really tried hard to be a different bar experience. There's pinball machines, retro displays, a ton of places to take some fun photos, and a bunch more. I understand they wanted a retro vibe and fun atmosphere, and I typically LOVE places like that, but this bar really just... missed. Instead of creating the cool aesthetic they were clearly going for, it made the place feel old. To be honest, it was lame. And then there's the alcohol. Never in my life have I had such a watered down drink. It was downright insulting to watch the bartender fill my 'drink' literally 75% of the way with water before adding any form of booze. I paid $15 for a whiskey sour to essentially get a water bottle sour? No thanks. I'd wanted to try some of the fun looking Halloween themed drinks, but after that I stopped at the one. If it wasn't for the group I went with, I wouldn't have stayed the thirty minutes I ended up staying before I bailed. 'Disappointed' doesn't begin to describe my feelings for this place. Biggest waste of my time this year. Unless you are going out of your way to find an 'older' bar with a slower vibe, find a better bar. You deserve better. read more

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Cute nostalgic nightclub just off the Riverwalk! Could not resist the 90s/00s theme. Loved the music and whimsical theme nights. The fact they have a $1 Tuesdays special makes me want to come to San Antonio just to try that. Lots of fun video and arcade games in the back room. Do not miss the human claw machine (not sure it's meant to be that, but if you figure it out you'll get a great photo opp). Definitely worth a stop in your bar crawl. read more

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I have seen this place all over social media and we had a girls night and decided to come check out this place. Love the theme of it and they're currently all decked out for Halloween so it's that much cuter. This place is bigger than what it looks like, highly recommend you walk around the whole place (past the big dance floor) and check out the other rooms :) Bartender was great and got us drinks super fast. read more

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Absolutely amazing atmosphere. The vibes are always on points. And the drinks are strong and reasonable. My favorite place to go to!! total picture worthy and the music is always on point. Our server Ninah was an absolute rockstar!! She delivered without delay, made recommendations and was a ray of sunshine!!!! read more

Be Kind and Rewind is a great place to spend the evening dancing to retro music and enjoy drinks from the bar. The decor is so cool and a great photo opportunity. I've always had great service from the servers and the bar no matter how busy they are. My only wish is that they had a larger dance floor as it can be limiting. read more

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When I went the drinks were expensive and all the games were broken. the service was good but the place was mostly empty. The ambiance looked exciting but seemed dirty and run down. I would go back if they kept the place in better repair. read more

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Nice picture spots! Workers were friendly Good bartender But the music is not really these day read more

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No restrooms. Everything was pricey and they didn't have anything on the menu. Boi I hope marvel helps them .

So here is an update. Its been over a year since we have been to BKR and the place is still badass! Staff is super friendly which is weird in San Antonio. The people watching is on point! So much tacos de ojo here. Jams were great but way too much Beyoncé is played here and she is the DEVIL! I also wish they played the Spanish jams from back in the day but oh well cant have it all! I cant wait till we get another night away from my kids to come back to BKR and party badass! read more

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Have good music. I went during Halloween and it was really fun. They have good drinks as well and specials.

We tried to visit this place for a friends birthday. It was supposed to be the second bar we visited in the night. The staff would not allow us entry claiming a member of our party was intoxicated. At that point, 3 hours into our celebration, we had each only had 3 beverages or less across several hours so there was no way anybody in the group was intoxicated. It was such a ridiculous allocation that came out of left field, and it happened to target the only black individual in the group. Will not be spending my money here ever again and I implore others to do the same. read more

Bar was basically empty , middle of the day and the bartender was too busy making drink for his friends to even acknowledge us. Eventually came over to say "I'll Be right with you" but continued to make the most intricate drinks for his friends All we wanted was 2 shots, ended up walking out . read more

This just might have been the coolest bar I've ever been to. It was recommended during a river cruise on our recent trip to San Antonio and it did NOT disappoint. If you love music, neon lights, VHS, arcades and anything else reminiscent of the 80s, you MUST check out this bar. You can see more of our experience at Be Kind Rewind on our YouTube travel channel: https://youtu.be/TV_f-hWJUB0 read more

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Pretty damn cool!! Loved the variety of music! Definitely going to come back to see other decorations for the holidays.

I was invited out for a friends birthday party to go dancing here. I haven't been to a club for many years and don't drink alcohol but I was having a good time hanging with my friends and dancing. An elderly man who seemed either really drunk or on something else started moving in on our table, staring me down and standing way too close. Just as I was asking him to back up and give us some space one of the service staff walked by. He noticed the interaction and checked in with me to see if everything was ok. I told him I'd just asked the guy to back off and he let me know if needed we could ask the security guard to intervene. After another half hour or so of the man continuing to hover near us one of the security guards tapped me on the back letting me know they had been watching the guy stare at me and had decided to ask him to leave. I was blown away by this gesture, knowing they were really looking out for my safety that way. I want to say thank you to the staff for paying attention and prioritizing their customers wellbeing like that. Plus, it seemed like good vibes overall, everyone was dancing and having fun together. Big respect to the crew for keeping it fun and safe! read more

Let's take it back. Wayyyy back!!! We're talking about that 70s, 80s, & 90s kinda vibe here. I imagine if I was old enough to hit the clubs back then, this would have been my experience. All the old school jams and decor, makes this place one to remember. For all the young people reading this post, "No cap..it's cool asf!" For the oldies, "It's super rad and far out!". Seriously though, it's a whole vibe. I'm not a huge fan of their drinks, although they aren't bad either. In my opinion, they are a tad bit basic. With that said, the bartending service is on point. Depending on the night, they can get pretty packed, but it doesn't interfere with how quickly they get your food & drinks out. Saving the best for last; decor! One word: WOW!!! I refuse to believe anyone comes here and doesn't pull their phone out to take pictures. Fellas..be prepared to be annoyed at your girl. She's definitely going to want you to take bookoo pics of her. Just letting you know in advance. If ever you're downtown, swing by and check em out! read more

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We definitely had a good time here. The music was on point and the space was spread out enough to not feel like your on top of one another. The servers were quick with our drinks and we weren't waiting for a long time to get a bartenders attention. Only downside is that it's downtown and we had to park at Rivercenter mall in which we paid 15$ for parking and walked to the bar. Also, at the time we went the restrooms were broken which forced us to use the porta potties outside. read more

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My friend and I really wanted to play pinball while we were visiting San Antonio, we had our small,very well behaved chihuahua with us in a back pack. We enjoyed the 80's videos, and the pinball games were in decent shape. We played 3 games and decided to step out for a few minutes. Upon our return we were asked to show our ID, (we're both over 55), we're scanned for weapons with a handheld device and told that we would need to show papers for our service animal, which we found out later is illegal in the city of San Antonio. Our bartender was really friendly however, the management staff and security was a little over the top at 4 PM in the afternoon. Would never recommend this place to anyone, especially people who love pinball, and there are a lot of of us.! read more

Make sure to take an Uber here or plan on paying almost $30 for parking in the parking garage because Be kind and rewind is located in the middle of downtown near the Riverwalk. We arrived around 11:45 on a Saturday night and the lines were outrageous...i think next time we will arrive earlier to avoid the lines and crowds from the other bars nearby. To start of my night I tried the disco punch with the disco ball cup, which is extra, but it's for the aesthetic. The drink was excellent and I was able to reuse my cup for my second drink! & Of course the music was on point but I've always adored 90's music anyways! Sadly because of the crowd, I didn't experience any of the photo opportunities they had nor did I see the game room!! Oh, and to add the floors were gross and super sticky. The only con besides the location. read more

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As a child of the 80's what can I say? This place is amazing. Super Retro and soooooooo many memories. This place is decked out in so much 80's memorabilia that it was hard to focus in just one area. Everywhere you looked, you spotted a different 80's gem that triggered another memory. We met some friends on a Sunday night and apparently it was karaoke night. Not just karaoke night but 80s karaoke. Let's just say it was fun watching/hearing 1) Millennials sing some of these classic tunes they were unfamiliar with 2) Tipsy GenXers sing songs from their youth 3) Someone really familiar with their choice of song and having them sing and act it out (dude, singing Like A Virgin, I'm looking at you) Not sure what I'm more impressed with, all the memorabilia they managed to collect, their amazing drink menu or their awesome playlist. I know one thing though, this is one of the best bars in SA. Pro tip: Ride share there cause parking is pain read more

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This was my first time visiting and it was so much fun. The music vibing, it was crowded but every, but everyone was dancing and having such a great time. Will definitely be going back again. read more

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I had a very disappointing and concerning experience at this establishment. A member of our group, who had admittedly had too much to drink, stumbled, and a bouncer immediately put his hands on her to remove her from the building. Instead of handling the situation with professionalism, he aggressively grabbed her by the face, scratching her eye in the process. I had just arrived and only had one drink myself. After checking on my injured friend outside, I attempted to re-enter to use the restroom and close my tab. When I mentioned what had happened to another bouncer at the door, I was told I could not come back inside because I was "intoxicated," which was completely false. When I asked to pay my bill, two managers came outside. One of them listened and said it "must have been an accident" and that they would speak with the bouncer involved. The other, however, stood silently with a look of disdain while I tried to explain the situation. Neither response reflected genuine concern for the fact that their staff had physically harmed a guest. The lack of professionalism, accountability, and basic customer respect I witnessed was unacceptable. I will not be returning, and I will be sharing this experience with others. read more

So-so. Beyond Instagram photos, this place is a pass for me. Stopped in on 22JAN23 @ 415pm. Place was almost dead. Location is the only thing working for this place. The staff isn't rude, but definitely lack personabilty. Wife and I each ordered a drink and were closed out; weren't asked to open a tab or anything. It seemed like they interact more with customers they know from outside the establishment who stop in for a hook-up. Downstairs was closed which was unfortunate and don't get me started on the bathroom situation. If you've ever been deployed, the "cadillacs" will look very familiar. Then again, this is Military City. Drinks are about $10/ea and the margarita is easily one of the worst downtown; taste like straight mix and extra sugar. The decor and different themes throughout are cool but I would only stop in here for a drink to either kick my night off or end it. read more

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While the place is chill and plays good music, the bartenders are completely trash and let me tell you why. Angel Alanis denied me service because the friend i was with didn't tip him the first time. Mind you, i hadn't even ordered anything yet so that already pissed me off. He did it twice to different people and then tries to get security on us after i told him that he's wack as shit for the way he's doing things. If y'all come here don't order from this entitled crybaby and definitely don't give him your hard earned money for his half ass service. (Updated) Got an email from the franchise claiming that we were cut off, we weren't tho, told me that we aren't allowed to go back, accused of stalking over the screenshot of the profile, and that they will take legal action if we had responded. This place is disgusting just like the people who run it. Can see it shutting down in the next couple years. Don't come here unless you want to be discriminated read more

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The vibe of the place was nice and the drinks were good. The drinks were pricey i will say and they say online dollar drinks all day but it didn't start till later in the night. Most of the bartenders were nice but there were a few that were dismissive. read more

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