BLUF: Downtown gem, if you have a dog, bring them, they'll love it and so will you. Great drink specials, coffee, and food truck on site. As a downtown dog owner, I really can't say enough good things about this place. My apartment has a small fenced in dog "park" but it pales in comparison to the offering here at Hops and Hounds. They have a big and small dog area, and during peak hours there's a park attendant monitoring dog behaviors and keeping the area clean and safe. All of them are very attentive. Don't have a dog? Still a great place to hang out and have a drink. They have several beers on draft, with rotating taps, all of the in-demand can options, and a full bar. They also recently added a coffee and pizza venue. Love the coffee, but I haven't tried the pizza yet so I can speak to its quality. Weekly drink specials, of note are Margarita Mondays and Tap it Tuesday. The Monday offering is savings on their delicious margaritas, and the Tuesday offering is savings on any of their draft beers. Things worth knowing ahead of time: The dog park isn't free, you have to download an app, and make an account even for a day pass. The day pass is $5, but there's a monthly pass for $25 that is worth it if you live in the area. Children under 18 aren't allowed in the dog park, for their safety and the dogs, which I appreciate. On weekends there's a staffed bar that you can order drinks from without leaving the enclosed dog area. No on-site parking, but there's a paid lot adjacent to their property, and earlier in the day you can parallel park on the street for free. (Street parking is always free, but there's rarely open spots during peak hours) They have a food truck on site, Benjie's Munch Truck is a mainstay, and sometimes they have a second food truck. read more

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I hate leaving negative reviews, but this experience didn't sit right with me. When I ordered two cans of soda this past Saturday 4/18, the bartender had already pre-selected a 25% tip on the screen after I tapped my card and before handing the device back to me to sign. Thankfully I always review my bill before signing, so I was able to remove it--but that shouldn't be necessary. I completely understand tipping and have no issue doing so when it's earned, but automatically pre-selecting a high tip--especially for something as simple as handing over canned drinks--feels inappropriate. Charging over $3 for a can of soda is one thing, but customers should still have the freedom to choose their own tip amount without pressure. What made it worse was noticing the same thing happen to the customer in front of me, who only bought a single can of Coke. The bartender (tall female with blondish hair) also advised the previous customer that they couldn't pay with cash when he brought out a $20 to pay. Are you serious!!?? This kind of practice comes across as dishonest and reflects poorly on the establishment. I hope management addresses this, because it definitely impacts the overall experience. read more

What a cute place! I came on a road trip with my dog to San Antonio. I had a long list of dog friendly places for us to check out. I was between going here and the place next door but I liked the music better here better. I did a lap around then sat at the bar. I was quickly asked what I would like but I requested the menu. The menu does not have proxies but when I asked they said cocktails are $9-11, well drinks $6.50. I got the regal beagle. I'd be willing to bet the price of the drink that there wasn't more than 1/2 drop of alcohol in it lol. But it was SWELTERING so I didn't really need to be tipsy anyway. They let me put my pup on th chair next to me which was next to a "big ass fan" that did a great job of moving air. I went over to benji's food truck and got a patty melt and upgraded for ~$3 to fries. The fries were good and piping hot. Patty melt was just ok. Luckily the $18 meal was huge and I got a to go box to eat the rest later. I then took my dog over to the dog park where he played his heart out with some new friends. By this time it had cooled down a lot and there was plenty of water around. They also have a Fi collar station and you can check rankings for your dog but it's based on number of visits, not steps. I closed my tabs and we left through the back directly onto the riverwalk and walked back to our hotel. Perfect end to a perfect day. read more

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I don't know who enjoys going to Hops and Hounds more, me or my two canine boys. All of the dogs are friendly as are the owners. The drinks are good though, sometimes can be too sweet, depending on what you order, but the selection of beer is always on point. read more

Hops & Hounds - Hanging out with Huck and Kos - Dog Parks Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

I do enjoy this place a lot! However not a ton of food options. What they do have is good. The bartenders are very kind and my dog enjoys the attendants. Lots of different types of dogs and they have lots of events! Very nice chill vibes. Parking can be tricky. read more

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They have a great selection of beers and liquor. This place has Mango Cart beer which made my day. This is a very low key place so dress comfortably and bring your dog. read more

My pup & I love this place. They're super mindful about who has access to the off leash area like how the pups need to be well behaved, neutered, and vaccinated which is great because it takes away the fear of any issues that a normal public park could lead to. I love that they have food trucks, music, or movies, or games playing at random times. I also love the amount of chairs and tables! The service is also chill. I don't interact with the staff much but they've never given me a hard time. read more

Hops & Hounds - Members only dog park. - Dog Parks Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

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Ambiance: Fun and open outdoor bar/food truck space with an onsite dog park perfect for dog lovers looking to enjoy a nice day! This is one of the cutest spots in San Antonio for pet owners! They offer multiple seating options, from high top tables to hammocks to picnic tables. There is also seating at the bar. Multiple TVs including a large screen at the entrance, perfect for watching a big game. Onsite coffee stand and food trucks as well as beers on tap make this the perfect spot for morning or night. Street parking available. Tons of dogs and fun dog-themed decor/backdrops. This is the perfect place for a large group hangout, solo day out with your dog, or to enjoy a nice day. read more

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So cute and fun! We actually don't have a dog, but if you want to see adorable dogs and grab some good drinks and food, this place is amazing. They have big, comfortable outdoor couches, long bench areas on the wall across from the bar, a lot of picnic tables and high top picnic tables. There's a full bar and the food is from the food truck. We just got the spinach dip grilled cheese as a snack, which was really great. Grabbed coffee afterwards at Grounds and Hounds which is right in front. Ample, comfortable outdoor seating and a lot of it is in the shade. They had a DJ on a Saturday afternoon. There's a large enclosed dog park on the other side of the bar, which I'm sure is a huge highlight for any dog owner. read more

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Always a good time! Watched the game and enjoyed a nice cold one here yesterday! Big screens, nice entertainment with a fun DJ and loved seeing all the ! I love that they have the Honey. beer there - one of my go to's!!!! read more

This place is Pawfect!!! Fun little pet friendly space. We have a 5 month old golden doodle and trying get her acclimated to going out with us. Figured this spot would be perfect to grab some drinks, a bite to eat and catch a college football game. The atmosphere is great and spread out so you and your furry friends can roam and chill. Love the bar set up, food truck and the dog park area. It's now $5 for an all day pass to the large or small dog park but 1000% worth it. The set up and agility courses are a working dogs dream come true. We ordered some beers and the frozen margarita flight. No food this time but looking forward to coming back and updating my review. PS. I'm a sucker for any establishment that supports pet adoptions. They had one even at 7pm at night when we visited. read more

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Hops & Hounds has it all when it comes to dog friendly places to hang out. Since we discovered this cool place, our dogs have really benefited from the socialization and the activity.. I like going there for the atmosphere the delicious food from the food trucks and coffee bar, and the bar drinks Hops & Hounds has really cool special events and the service is wonderful. They keep the dog part clean and have attendance in the area to facilitate a positive experience.. read more

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Love it here. You can eat and relax with your dog but it's $5 for a day to into the dog park. My dog loves it and she follows me around. Plus she likes the playground ramp going up and down it. The drinks are really good especially the margarita and you can get a flight read more

Hops & Hounds - My dog at dog park - Dog Parks Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

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Cool outdoor spot with some shady areas, fans, and misters to keep cool. Bar with alcoholic beverages (and non alcoholic if you so choose). Some food vendors. During the summertime it can get quite hot and the shady areas are taken quickly. The dog parks you have to have an app to get into read more

This spot is such a chill place to grab beers and hang out with friends! And the fact that it's dog friendly makes it 100x better! There are many bench seats and individual lounge chairs all facing the main projector tv screen over the bar area. Darts are to the right, and there are many sets of jumbo Jenga spread out across multiple tables. Individual bathrooms are by the right entrance and were very clean. Will definitely be back soon in the future! read more

EXTREMELY GROSS. The husband said: let's check out this dog park / bar downtown. I'm up for it, of course. I'm up for anything. We arrive to see this hot mess of a place. Barking, fighting, rolling in mud, scratching, humping -- and THOSE are the humans! The dogs were worse. There is no supervision or control of dogs or humans despite them charging a membership fee to enter. Only upside: The husband and I had many great conversations, imagining the folks who came up with this idea: "hey let's open a dog park, where the owners can drink and yell at each other while the dogs just go at each other in the background" ... "but wait... if we charge an entry fee shouldn't we pay people to watch over the dogs and break them up and pick up their kaka, you know, like at ALL OTHER PARKS THAT CHARGE MONEY"... "naw, let's just let the owners drink... maybe they won't notice." You know how that turns out. A really gross park that felt like a level of the Hades underworld but worse because, after all, I hear that Hades has a caretaker who CARES. read more

I celebrated my birthday here. It's spacious and has a great vibe. The bartenders provide excellent service and delicious drinks! There's a pretty good selection of food from the food trucks. Best of all, there's an awesome off leash dog park that is gated and guarded. 10/10 recommend! read more

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When I saw that Hops & Hounds were opening up a new location, I couldn't help but to be a little excited. I've been to their original location and each visit, had a grand ole time. Not only is this new location within walking distance to a few other spots I frequent, but it has some MAJOR upgrades, that I couldn't wait to check out! Good stuff: comfy seating; two bar areas; two food trucks; right next to the Riverwalk; plenty of photo ops. Not so good: big tree/umbrellas at tables, but doesn't provide much shade from the sun; dog park (no leash area) is no longer free. You have to register on an app and pay $5 for a day pass. Street parking not always available, but there's public parking for $7 right next door. Overall, this is the perfect spot to bring your fur babies..well actually your whole family, to enjoy a nice day out. read more

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Loved this place. Right off Riverwalk, tons of seating, a huge tv, games and what we came here for, dogs! Obviously a pet friendly spot, would be a good place to watch a game in good weather or hang out on the grounds. read more

First time being at this new location - we finally ventured out on a longer trip with our pup and while walking along the Riverwalk we happened upon their new location. Great open space with lots of fun, casual seating and river views -and a play area for dogs ( this may have a change according to the folks next to us). Grabbed a couple of beers and the have on hand bowls for your pup! They also have a bunch of different food trucks on hand! We tried one with a grilled cheese sandwich and fries - would not do that again! It took forever to get our order, it was under seasoned and over priced and I felt sick shortly after eating it! But as they are a separate company - my review is focused on the bar only ! Nice selection of beers, great space and dog friendly! Will definitely return for drinks and I will eat somewhere else else! read more

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Tried the new location for the first time last night & let me start by saying that I truly didn't think they could make this place better... but, somehow they did! It's right on the river. The dog area is massive now. Friendly servers. Plenty of bars to get drinks from so you're not stuck in line. What's not to like? read more

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While we came initially for a private event, we have since been and continued to enjoy this unique beer garden. We love seeing so many pups just hanging out with their human families. We came on a night where football was playing. While everyone seemed upset (I think the local favorite was losing), we still had a great time with friends. This will continue to be a staple for us. read more

Hops & Hounds - Entrance - Dog Parks Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

Places is good. I always enjoy myself there. Atmosphere ambience service great but should not close two of your three restrooms. Wait about 15 people there after 10 o'clock. read more

I love Hops & Hounds due to amazing food choices they have and drink options. We will pick Hops & Hounds because the quality of people and dogs they attract. We will be getting a year membership!! read more

Hops & Hounds - Jethro - Dog Parks Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

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Fun relaxing atmosphere. They had happy hour during our morning time here on their mini mimosas with multiple juice options. They did the light juice to champagne ratio. The food truck was great so many tasty options. Plenty of shade and seating. Plenty of adorable pups to pet. read more

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I had to check out the new hops and hounds on Avenue B. I has been to the original one. I could definitely say that this one is way better. I love the layout. I love that they still focus on dogs, but they are making it better for everyone. Now they do have a fee to use the dog park. If you plan to go often, they do have a membership. If not, it is five dollars to enter the dog park area. You can enjoy the place without having to pay. Your dog does have to be in a leash in that area. I went opening weekend and they had two different food trucks. I ended up getting the lobster rolls at masshole. I recommend it for sure. The bar is big and has seating. I did notice they have another bar. It is on the other side of the park by the food trucks. They have plenty of seating. Some is shaded and some is not so much. You can see the Riverwalk from there. They dog park:they have section for big dogs and a section for small dogs. If you have a furry dog, get ready to have to brush them out before putting them in your car. They use mulch type ground cover. It gets all over the dogs with longer hair. The small dog section is bigger than expected. They have chairs for the hoomans. I like that they have a sink where they can wash the dog bowls. Parking is going to be an issue. It is very limited. It can also be costly if you want to go often. They do have a parking lot adjacent to it. I tried parking there, but the lot was full. The area us popular with other bars nearby, so parking will be the biggest concern. read more

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Was very excited to see that Hops and Hounds is finally open downtown. I love the concept marrying drinks and pups. If you feel like going out but hate leaving your pup behind, this is the place for you. I stopped by Sunday around noon and there was an adoption event going on. The vibe is great, open, and friendly. They have "yappy hour" on Sunday from 10-2 with mimosas, micheladas and bloody Marys. I got a pineapple mimosa and enjoyed the nice weather with my pups. The mimosa was awesome! The chairs and couches are really comfy. Some of the furniture have clips where you can tie your dog and not worry about having to hold their leash (GENIUS!) There's also a separate dog park where your pups can roam freely but require a monthly subscription. Could be a good option for those who don't want to go to a regular dog park. Currently, they're not serving food but there are food trucks available if you're hungry. read more

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This review is just for the restaurant, not the dog park The restaurant and bar seems pretty run down and the tables are sticky We ordered the southwest egg rolls and chicken nachos. The chicken nachos were some of the worst nachos I have had. The beans are grainy and terribly bland. The chicken is small chunks and dry. I feel like anyone could make a better nacho than this... yikes The southwest egg rolls were better but very average bar egg rolls. Tasted more like a fried flautas than an egg roll. The dog park piece seems cool and maybe I would come here again with our pup and enjoyed a drink, but can't recommend the restaurant side at all. Cannot recommend this place for food read more

Hops & Hounds - Chicken Fajita Nachos. Not good! The beans were granular and had no flavor. Worst nachos I think I have ever had - Dog Parks Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

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The good: Cool location, nice dog play area, food is good. The bad: This place has changed since moving locations. Too many rules. Music is too loud and sounds more like a club than a relaxing place to grab a drink and take your dog. They now have a gate guard at the dog park that strictly manages the entry. Don't open a gate without their permission. Wouldn't allow me to walk my dog in with leash on, forced to remove the leash before entry. My son tried to enter the dog park with me and was turned away crying. I tried to get him and apparently you have to be 18 years old to enter the dog play area. Yes. 18. Overall, I liked the change in venue... but the vibe was quickly killed. Preferred how the old location operated. Won't be back. read more

Don't use the website to see happy hours or specials Website claimed "reverse happy hour" I ordered a draft dos and margarita of the month and they charged $20 when it should've been $8 I asked why it wasn't priced happy hour pricing and they look at me confused Long story short they had no idea they had this on THEIR WEBSITE and didn't honor the happy hour pricing. My wife and I come here regularly and use the dog park to socialize our dog. We like the dog park but pretty annoyed how they handled this situation. At least honor the drinks the first time I order them because it's false advertising. read more

Hops & Hounds - Dog Parks Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

Sierra took great care of us today! She's very sweet & engaging! Love the atmosphere and all the pups! read more

Love hanging out at Hops and Hounds in the afternoon. I'm so glad we're getting a break from the 100° weather. My dog and my friend's dog love it here. They get to make friends and sniff around. There are a few kiddie pools here to cool off in. There's no menu on the website, but there are specials like michelada Mondays and karaoke Wednesdays. It's a chill place to hang out. read more

Hops & Hounds - Fried Pickles - Dog Parks Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

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I'm no longer a dog owner so I live vicariously through others, but the location and service are wonderful, very laidback and cool. Parking can be an issue but if you look on the other side of the river close by it's there for free-hint, it under a nearby bridge. read more

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Cute spot especially if you're an animal lover. I can only speak to the ambiance and drinks since I've never had food here. But I love to dog park - our Aussie had a blast. Drinks are well made, on the pricier side but it is the Riverwalk so that's to be expected. Parking can be chaos especially on the weekends. read more

What a wonderful doggie ( and people) oasis on the upper Riverwalk. Enjoyed some shade and fan blowing on us while downing a tasty beverage. Deven's service was very attentive and the overall atmosphere is fun. read more

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If you do bring yours, be prepared that you will be sitting outside the entire time. As you walk up, you'll notice that the restaurant us split into two main areas. One with a full service bar, and one side with an open area. The indoor area is what you'd expect from a bar that served food. Outside was totally different. Two dog parks run alongside the dining area, one for small dogs and one for large dogs. On hotter days, fans are running with mist being sprayed and pushed by the fans. Awesome idea! The food I had expected to be mediocre. I ordered the browned brussel sprouts, boneless wing combo, and the cluck and moo for my Aussie Shepard. (Yes! They have meals for dogs!). The boneless wing combo was good and crispy with a not too overpowering sauce. The brussell sprouts weren't my favorite, but the bacon and sauce really elevated the taste. The dog park in covered with tree shade and many obtacles for dogs to play on! Fans with mist also spray in there to help keep the dogs cool during play time. This is definitely worth a visit! Bring your dog, have a beer, and let them play! read more

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We loved visiting Hops & Hounds. Our girls--Lucy & Ethel had a blast and Mama and Papa enjoyed local craft beer & pizza. It was a perfect day! Go check out this gem! Fur-friends appro read more

Hops & Hounds - Gorgeous outing at Hops & Hound. - Dog Parks Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

Okay they cant prevent the heat but they do a great job of moving air around with lots of fans. Plenty of seating areas. Music is playing and drinks flowing. Love dogs? This place is for you. If you are not a dog person, perhaps not the place for you. There are water stations. They do have food trucks. I didnt eat so I cant evaluate. read more

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First time at the new downtown location. Fast service, the staff was helpful and friendly. The locations is beautiful. You do have to pay to use the dog play area see we didn't use it today. There are food trucks on location. The bar doesn't serve food. read more

Hops & Hounds - Downtown Hops and Hounds - Dog Parks Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

they lost my husband id and then the girl working bartender told my husband and friend i could get a pi if i reported to the police. since they lost his id. within 1 hour of being there. i actually wasn't even drinking and the fact that she was threating me says a lot. read more

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