Live in Tulsa and have one of the best cocktail bars in the country out there (believe it or not),…read moreso I'm particular about cocktail spots nowadays. That said, this place is great. Had the Wild Duck which was the experience the bartender who came up with the drink said it would be. Can tell they were true mixologist that are serious about their craft. Was kind of busy and loud but it was Friday night so what else would you expect. Definitely coming back.

Take me to the underground to a hidden place next to the river walk!…read more It's a speakeasy so you shouldn't notice it right away but if your looking for it go to the back parking lot of where the address takes you close to the river walk look at the building that's right next to the parking lot a bit away from the road then look below and you'll see some tables and a door go down the stairs to get inside! They had a bunch of different cocktails inside lots of unique options and some not so much but where it was all about was the specials one in particular the Dunkle Sandwich as it tasted like Peanut butter and jelly like it was soo good up there with one of the best shots I've ever had soo flavorful and just good like this was by far my favorite thing I drank this night! Our other drinks were yummy too don't get me wrong as each of them has key components that made them taste amazing while I did forget the names just know that each one of them was yummy! On this particular night they had a mentalist wondering around doing magic he was fun and added to our evening here so that was a nice touch! Our bartender was awesome and quick to get us our drinks and I must say everything was mixed very well! Overall awesome spot for date night we both enjoyed our time here and hopefully we get to make it here again at some point because you can't go wrong with a chill speakeasy!

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!

Gosh, such a fun place, maybe we even had too much fun…read more.. Drinks are very tasty and unique, you really can't go wrong. And there are even fun options if you don't like rum! The bartender is so nice and we also had conversations with others at the bar. This spot is so fun to hang out at for a couple hours, definitely add it to your list!

Stopped in for a drink and snack. Seated right away, overlooking the river. Great happy hour…read moreprices! Food was great and we would have ordered more if we didn't have dinner reservations later. We ordered the Poke Dog and Spam Musubi. Is it the drive?...yes

This place you definitely come for the history of being the longest wooden bar and oldest along…read morewith the atmosphere of being on the riverwalk. The food was not the best especially for the price. The drinks on other hand were amazing. My server Marah toke great care of me. Attentive, funny, and well knowledgeable. She helped me pick an outstanding bourbon due to having so many I couldn't decide. She's impeccable at her job didn't have to write anything down had multiple tables and was very efficient. Would come back for the drinks and her service. The food on other hand definitely could use some help.

Update to first review below, rating updated from a 3 to a 5 star (drinks & bartender would get 10+…read morestars if we could rate that high): Saturday night: Went back for after dinner drinks at the Downstairs (a "speakeasy" throwback, look up the history of the place to see why). Drinks were AMAZING! Bartender Rob made the best Negroni I've ever had. I asked him to use whatever gin he thought best--result was an artistic smooooooth full-bodied drink. Told him when I was done I'd lick the glass if it wasn't considered so uncouth for a 'mature' lady like myself to do so Hubby's Buffalo Trace bourbon old fashioned was also outstanding. Rob was the bartender last night who did such a great job, and his work was even better tonight. We highly recommend The EsquireTavern for excellent cocktails. We love the long wood bar and high copper ceiling upstairs, but love the intimate speakeasy atmosphere downstairs even more. We'll definitely be back every time we're in San Antonio! First review, Friday night: Drinks were great (Manhattan and Bourbon Old Fashioned). REAL drinks, no complaints at all about those. And the bartenders were very friendly and helpful. Those aspects of the Esquire get 5+ stars from us. But the appetizers were not good, close to inedible. It was about 8:30pm or so, so maybe they were getting ready to close out the kitchen but the chalupitas with chicken tasted like rubber, and no flavor at all. The seafood platter had something in it that was breading with shell inside, but no meat of any kind. We couldn't figure out what it was supposed to be. The shrimp was good and the fish was good but those other things... We'll always love the drinks, the long wooden bar, and the ambiance at the Esquire Tavern, but we'll eat somewhere else and come here for before or after dinner drinks. (See update above to this review for when we returned the next night for after dinner drinks.)

The perfect neighborhood dive bar. The drinks are great and very affordable, tons of friendly faces…read moreand regulars, awesome bartenders, great live music & DJs. It embodies the real homegrown San Antonio. Nostalgic vibes near Woodlawn lake, plenty of free street parking, and always a free or low-price admission fee. There is often a tent set up out front with food hot off the grill. Also, there is pool & darts. I love this place!!

The lighthouse is a chill, laidback bar. It's just around the corner from my moms and we love to…read morestop by every once and awhile and enjoy some drinks. Prices are amazing, great live music and karaoke on some days. It's right by Woodlawn Lake park. Bartenders are always so friendly.

Great place for drinks. They really live up to their name -- "where doubles are standard." The only…read morething to keep in mind is that you have to order at the designated lines at the bar, which helps keep things moving once you get the hang of it. Their Steak Friday specials are excellent, and I'm pretty sure the steaks are cooked sous vide, which makes them consistently tender. The oysters are also a standout at $1.50 during happy hour. It can get a little loud when the place fills up, but overall it's a very comfortable spot to enjoy drinks. They validate two hours of parking at the Rand Garage behind the bar, but be aware that the validation is exactly two hours. Even one minute over triggers the three‑hour minimum charge, which is standard for that garage. Always look forward to stopping in whenever I can.

Oyster and beer. Check. Custom made craft cocktails, double check. Where doubles are standard and…read moreyou wanna get drunk quick.... Go to Double Standard.

If you ever get the chance to be served by someone who truly loves what they do, it shows--and…read morethat'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!

This is a wee bit old, but figure better late than never. I see my friend wrote hers a little late,…read moretoo. 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! .. ...

Amazing place to grab drinks! The vibe was great, and Robert was so nice and quick with service…read more Definitely a spot you need to check out, perfect for a night and day out!

Very nice rooftop bar in downtown! It's on the 10th floor of the Kimpton Santo which is also a…read morefantastic hotel. Gorgeous views, nice seating areas, and beautiful drinks in a great setting. Their cocktails are all tropical themed, plus beer and wine. Good, friendly service. Of note kids are not allowed after 6 pm, but we stopped by at 3 pm and saw a couple of families and it seemed comfortable with open seating in their couches/ lounge area. Stop by here if you're in the area! It's across the street from Hemisfair.

Incredible spot for a cocktail and live music. We stopped here after dinner and ghost tour. The…read moreowner was there clearing tables and helping bar back as it was very busy. You could tell he truly cared. Stopping by tables and supporting the staff. Incredible vibe! Don't miss this gem.

I really wanted to like this bar. It looked cozy and inviting from the outside. We were greeted by…read morea nice lady that talked too long, took our drink order and then everyone forgot about us. They were not busy and perhaps we should have said something but it took them 30 minutes and 2 different people to finally get our 2 drinks. The drinks were not good and considering we had plan to be somewhere when we finally got our drinks we paid the bill gulped down our not good drinks and left. This bar looks like it can be good but get better employees. If people sit at the bar they want to talk if they sit away from bar let them be. Serve the drinks and go away. The lady that kept talking to us was acting as if she ... Maybe this place will get better.

We had a wonderful evening at 1 Watson! Jeanette, our server was fantastic. All of her…read morerecommendations were great. The food was delicious. The chicken was so tender the meat fell off the bone. Valet parking was easy and convenient.

I hadn't been here in a bit and was very happy to join some work, friends here for a drink and some…read moredinner. As far as rooftop bars go, the views from this place are not gorgeous. Great night, sky and cityscapes, but you're not facing anything that is particularly beautiful to look at. That said, the outdoor area of this sky. High bar is very nicely appointed with great music and nice views. I did not have any cocktails just go round. I just had a beer and all that was great. We had great service and I decided to try the crispy chicken Cobb salad. Now for those of you that are old enough to remember the "real men of genius" Bud Light commercials I refer you to the inventor of the giant taco salad... Fried chicken strips, bacon, fried onions, and a little bit of lettuce... Lol! Delicious!