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Boxcar Bar

3.8 (45 reviews)
Open 12:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)

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Moderate noise
Happy hour specials
Outdoor seating
Dogs allowed

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Bartenders are so nice here!!! Also it's a great place to catch the game.
Christian C.

Bartenders are chill af. Awesome drink specials and you can catch the game. Boxing or ufc events too.

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AJ B.

I've passed by this place many times, not knowing it was a Bar. I usually come here to eat at La Maceta, the red food truck directly across the parking lot but this time they said we could eat inside the bar since we purchase food. Once we went inside to sit, we noticed the great music playing from the DJ, basketball game on all the TVs, and cute decor, like the full length mirror with the selfie light outside the bathroom door, the neon booty sign, and a photo booth with photo wall. Service was great. We were serve drinks immediately and they were strong. I got a don Julio & pineapple, and more tequila shots later! Fun place, good drinks, music & vibes!

Great spot
Angel S.

Decent time on our second visit. It was a much different vibe this time around. Our first visit we were able to select from a few signature cocktails and everything seemed much more upscale for a sports bar. The bartenders had a good vibe and were truly craftsman in what they were doing. This time around was different. When my wife asked for a signature cocktail menu the bartender seemed confused. She also seem too busy to speak with us even though we could see she wasn't. We ordered two gin and tonics that were whatever. The DJ was great though and was still a fun way to end the night. I just think this place could keep it's more upscale vibe and create itself as a destination and not a pit stop. Just saying.

Rebecca C.

Grabbed a drink with some friends here on a rainy Sunday. Great place to go and catch a game. Friendly service!

Stephanie W.

We only stopped by for drinks and I was pleasantly surprised to be carded at the door. Thank you for making me feel young! Inside is small, slightly intimate. The bartenders were very chill. A great selection of liquor behind the bar, but I chose one of the house drinks. The QR code on the table has an updated menu, not currently found online. I wish I could remember the name of my drink - superb choice, though. We stayed about an hour and music was starting right before we left. If I didn't have to catch a 0545 in the morning I would have stayed longer. Will definitely return; love the vibe!

Marcos D.

Guinness on tap, poured correctly with great service, you can't ask for more. Nice relaxing atmosphere with good parking, so important in SA.

St C.

Cool bar that we meet some friends at Alamo Beer and decided to check out these places nearby for mixed drinks. Walked in and bartender knew my friend's little sister. He set us up with some drink specials that were all really good. The price here is good with a little patio area to enjoy the evening. Liked this place and would visit again.

Kimberly K.

Boxcar Bar has been open for a little while and I've been eagerly waiting for the chance to make it in for Happy Hour. Boxcar has the same owner as The Green Lantern in Stone Oak and it was nice to see some of the same bartenders working there. As the name implies, Boxcar has a train theme going on inside. Located right next to the railroad tracks the trains go by several times an hour. It's a cool experience to sip cocktails and watch the trains. Happy Hour is nightly from 4-9pm and features crafted cocktails as well as beer and wine. Whatever your liquor preference the bartenders here can create a crafted cocktail to your liking. Both Ryan and Daniel make an an excellent old fashioned and for $6 on happy hour makes it the best value in the city. I'm glad I was finally able to make it here and look forward to coming back sooner rather than later.

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Anthony S.

Cool staff and a nice place to unwind after a days errands. They make the drinks exactly as you like. I've never been a regular at a bar but I am now.

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Zack H.

Graffiti from all over the nation can be seen whizzing by from within this pristine bar, but there's more to this drinkery than its namesake view of the tracks. They have clean bathrooms, booths, and a patio where a decent sundown over the city can be soaked up on a nightly basis. The center bar always has at least one talented bartender wearing a pork pie hat who can both mix the potions and tell a tale or two.  Things are near perfect, except for the uncomfortable hour that occurs between leaving work and Boxcar's 6pm opening.

Stephanie G.

Great place to enjoy good vibes and amazing fresh and innovative drinks. House made infused drinks that are made fresh and with love by the talented bartenders. It's not your usual run of the mill pre made drinks that downtown San Antonio is accustomed too. Fresh fruit and flowers compliment the sophisticated drinks that bring your taste buds to life without using overwhelming "bottom shelf" liquor. The prices are reasonable and make sure to tip the staff that go that extra mile to make sure you have high quality drinks in your glass. Cheers!

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Such a fun spot. The bartenders are all so sweet and total babes. Tons of space to dance around and act like an idiot. Perfect!

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Loved the food, service and ambiance! Will definitely be back. It's a great brunch spot and great location.

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Amazing cocktails, a great happy hour and perfect atmosphere! We had a blast here tonight.

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