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    Hidden Tavern

    4.0 (63 reviews)
    InexpensiveDive Bars
    Closed 2:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)

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    Karaoke stage/dance floor.
    Brent L.

    This place is a keeper y'all! They have been around for 15 years now and 15 years in my book = perfection. Why have I never heard of this place before??? We went on a Saturday night (I think, lol) and it just happened to be their 15th anniversary party. Beer and drinks were cheap, and I heard a rumor that the drinks were pretty stiff. They had Karaoke (of which I did not partake) and a side area with 3 or 4 pool tables. There were 8-10 of us (I might have been seeing double, so don't quote me on that) and we were able to all sit together. It did get busier as the night wore on, but it was not crowded at all. It's a dive bar and I respect it for that, the only thing keeping them from five stars as a dive bar is that they only had two bartenders and only one bar back that occasionally showed up. This meant we were standing in line for refills for a bit longer than we wanted. They really were busy.

    Holly S.

    This is one of my favorite spots to chill with good people and feel like a rockstar. So the drinks are always made with just the right balance of liquor to mixer ratio. The people here bond over karaoke like no other crowd I've seen. Ask for Jess when looking for a bartendar who knows how to take care of her clients. Also both Eddie and Quinn are very professional and some of the best KJ'S I've met that know how to balance your vocals and make you look like the next American idol. This place has gone above and beyond my expectations everytime.

    Large stage and dance floor
    Kimberly K.

    I love dive bars and karaoke and this place has both. Hidden Tavern has karaoke 6 nights a week starting at 10pm. The Monday night host, Dave, is my favorite. He is very friendly and has a wide variety of songs to choose from. If he doesn't have it he'll get it for you. Quinn on Wednesday and Saturday nights is also tops. They have a huge dance floor and stage so you can get your rockstar on. There is also pool tables and darts if karaoke isn't your thing. The bartenders here are awesome and know how to pour a drink. Especially Jess and Maggie. Also a shout out to the bar security, Ray. Best of all the drinks are cheap and they don't skimp on the booze.

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    Brad S.

    2 stars only because I got a drink right away. This place is dead for a Friday night. No idea what the theme of the bar is. They still have decorations up from Halloween. There's sports on TV but it gives the "biker bar" vibe.

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    Joseph K.

    I have been going to this place for over two years, it is like a second home. It's a drive bar, but a dive bar with heart. If you want to make friends come out and talk to people- best bartender in San Antonio goes out to Ollie- One of the owners Debbie is very approachable. Come out and join the regulars

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    1 year ago

    This is a very welcoming and fun place to go for karaoke! Our son chose this place to go for his 21st birthday. We had a wonderful time!

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    3 years ago

    Great bar. Nice staff. Karaoke is fun, pool tables and dart. Nice atmosphere, I recommend

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    4 years ago

    Enjoyed the drinks and karaoke. The bar staff were friendly and quick to see you needed their attention if you wanted a new drink.

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    6 years ago

    What happened to Jess? The bartenders here rather gossip with each other than make a decent drink

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    10 years ago

    Inexpensive liquor, but the place was pretty bland. I would spend my money elsewhere for a better experience.

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    9 years ago

    Quaint little place with a nice ambiance. Thursday Night Live Blues rocked! Chicago Blues vibe right down the street!

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    7 years ago

    Best karaoke bar in town! Jess is a fantastic bartender! Great atmosphere and friendly people! I love this place!!

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    The bar, dart boards, and general area

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