29 Dec 2023 This…read moreused to be called the St. Joseph's Society Hall or something close. We had our 25th wedding anniversary at this venue. That was 20 years ago. They still do events in the hall area. Now it's touted as Southtown Joe's, a cute little bar with pool tables, darts, electronic games and several TVs to watch sports. Our bartender Sondra was great. Personable, on point. There is karaoke Fridays at 8pm. Got off on a late start today, though. Oh well. It turned out OK. Go there.

One bad Ass Lil Bar. Service was Awesome…read more Will definitely go back, especially after NIOSA.

Finally made it out to Brooster's Backyard to check out the 25+ vendors that were selling their…read morehomemade and unique goods for the Southside Market Days event. Parking was easy and plentiful. There is a side street that you can park up and along the way as well just be sure to leave any driveways open as trucks and other vendors gotta get in and park too/unload. Inside it is super spacious! We came in on a Sunday when the Cowboys were playing during the day and there must have been at least 50+ people inside watching on the large big screens and cheering the 'Boys on. Plenty of high table tops and plenty of seating for you to hang with you and your crew inside. Outside was a whole other world! There was corn hole, oversized Jenga blocks, and tables and shade. All of the seating and tables were super sturdy and brightly colored too! I love that I saw a lot of smaller kids running around, playing games, and overall enjoying the outside atmosphere. Lots of good gravel and grass to help pave your way to your seat or table of choice. When we were here there were at least 4 vendors selling food from hamburgers to BBQ. I really loved that we had several options for food and didn't have to go far. From what I understand from the family, who are regulars, there is always at least 1 vendor selling food on any given day or night. Drinks and service was amazing! The beer specials were especially nice for me and my wallet. I also loved that Brooster's has their own specialty cocktails or mixed drinks they promote on their colorful dry erase boards. We tried their Broosters Backyard Punch that was less than $3! It was delicious. Be sure to ask the nice friendly bartenders what they recommend and what is on special! They are reliable and legit recommendations too! Excited to come back thru in December for the next market and enjoy some more punch under the afternoon sun at Brooster's. This is a nice hidden gem in Southside San Antonio.

What a cool spot x! I was in San Antonio for a car show and the promoter recommended we go check…read morethis place out. I'm so glad he did because it is super cool and a great hangout! Right off the bat, you get this very cool dive bar feel. And when you walk inside that vibe is definitely cemented. It is definitely one of those places you would want to go and hang out with your friends. Have a drink, maybe shoot a game of pool or just hang it out. On Friday and Saturday nights I guess it's ladies night, and from what I am told this place is usually packed with the fairer sex. So if you are single and in San Antonio this is the place you want to go mingle. I have a full bar so don't feel like you have to settle for just beer, I have heard their margaritas are top knotch, and they usually have a food truck outside in case you get a case of the munchies. Out back is a great seating area when weather permits, and they also have a stage and a live band playing on the weekends. Plus they have vendors out there so it almost has more of a country fair atmosphere. Bottom line? I will definitely be hanging out at this place whenever I am in the San Antonio area. You definitely have to go check this one out for yourself!

I am new to San Antonio. My girlfriend and I went here because it's close to our house and we loved…read morethis place. When we first walked in, I feel like I was getting some weird looks because of my Boston Red Sox baseball cap. she and I played some pool and then the karaoke was getting going so we went by the dance floor and watched all of the amazing people that did karaoke that night every single one of them were so good. We went on the night the Longhorns came back and beat Ohio State. We had such a great time. We danced a little bit and that was amazing. We would definitely return to this place. It is so cool. The karaoke people felt like a little family and that may the experience that much better for us. I've seen people complain about the parking, but we would gladly park a mile away just to go back to this place.

Wandered back into San Antonio and I have to say I missed this place…read more Roland is that classic bartender who doesn't put up with any nonsense but will make you feel at home. As he always does. Haven't been there in three years and still remembers my drinking habits. Am I to predictable? Yeah probably. Still that proper dive, you'll see quite a few regulars that just come in to chill and hang out on the weekdays, and the weekends are always a celebration! Also one of the few places where you get everyone from all walks of life, from young and old. You'll always leave with a decent conversation or connection every time I've visited . Common tradition is to sign a dollar bill and staple it to the wall.

Super place. Friendly people and great service. Nice…read moreatmosphere. Pool tables, games, Sports on TV. Small and intimate place. No huge crowds. Homey feeling.

A gem of a local bar. Super friendly service. Great prices they do food and poker on some days…read more Cozy outside seating. Always a good spot to chill.

This bar serves the best drinks, the bar tenders are attentive and friendly. Ask for the cucumber…read moremartini, you won't be disappointed. It's by far the best drink in town

Went out looking for a decent bar while visiting my family in San Antonio and I must say that I…read moremust be used to the quality of Las Vegas bars. Not to say all Vegas bars rock, but for the most part the non-chain bars here in SA seem to be lacking and very Dive-y. However, I guess on that note they also do not get money to improve from poker machines like most bars in Las Vegas have. This bar in particular was small, it had 2 pool tables and I could tell regulars were hanging out as it seemed everyone was chatting with each other. I must say if I was living here I would probably be a regular there to as from the other places I have been to, the crowd was friendly as was the staff. The bartender was cool and did something I have never seen before when I ordered a Dos Equis he salted the ridge of the pint glass. I must say I quite liked it. I would say if you are in the area then try it, if you are across town, it is probably no different from any other bar you have around your neck of the woods. I will still give this a 3 Star rating for it is what it is where it is and decent for that. If this bar was in Las Vegas, I'd have to give it a 2 Star rating.

Jefferson Market and Icehouse is a recent addition to the historic neighborhood around Jefferson…read moreHigh School. On Donaldson Avenue, in the former Jefferson Bodega building, the place has been spiffed up and renovated into a cozy bar and neighborhood gathering spot definitely worth a visit. They serve cocktails, beer, and wine along with a small, tasty food menu centered around the onsite grill and smoker. The interior is upscale dive bar, with additional seating on the patio. Jefferson Market and Icehouse is run by a knowledgeable duo who have created several successful local bars, so expect impressive cocktail skills and attention to detail, but here they intentionally narrow their beverage offerings to avoid stocking dozens of obscure bottles. There is a well curated jukebox and TV's behind the bar for those seeking visual entertainment. Among their food selections you'll find delicious pork ribs, brisket, coleslaw, a potato salad I absolutely loved, and Frito Pie our friend said was the best she's ever had. Appetizers and homemade desserts are also available. We have enjoyed this place enough to visit several times since it opened, and we will certainly be back.

Sometimes I wonder why, the Jefferson Bodega at the height of its popularity closed. The Deco…read moreDistrict, as this area is coined certainly benefitted from having that business here. But everything has a season. As one place closes another one opens. Which makes this review all the more confounding. The Jefferson Market & Icehouse, with all the names attached to its resume should've definitely worked. Alas, even notoriety cannot ensure the quality of any place. I had been waiting with much anticipation to see what the new owners would do with this space. It used to be a neighborhood icehouse. I think it was also a gas station, before being converted into the Jefferson Bodega. At that capacity maybe you were in ten minutes top, which allowed for parking. Now parking spaces are few. I imagine you can park across the street and walk the short distance to get here. When we got here I became even more curious to see what was done with the space. Sometimes anticipation turns to unattainable expectations. Once inside I felt an uncomfortable or unwelcoming vibe. I wasn't sure if you seat yourself or if there is table service. I don't like walking blindly into a place. So we walked up to the bar to see how exactly you order. Firstly, the bartenders were not friendly at all. One was preoccupied, which was understandable. So we noticed another one on the other side and went there. When we got there he left. When he finally came back he had left his laptop near the counter. He looked at us and immediately pulled it away. The manner in which he did gave me the impression that we were going to steal it. That was not cool. So he said you order food and drinks at the counter. They do have paper and fancy menus on table tops. I will say I like what they did with the place. There are benches, tables put together that suggest a communal experience. The bar area is pretty spacious. There is a juke box where patrons can pay to have music played. Which explained the double dose of Peter Frampton. Again, I really like what they did with the place. The design, decor and layout is amazing. Why didn't I like it? Firstly it lacks any personality or a welcoming vibe. This is mainly due to a crisis in what it wants to be. On one hand it wants to be divey but upscale at the same time. Secondly the delivery in drinks was lacking. I ordered an IPA that should've been accompanied by a glass. Instead I had to ask for one. My partner ordered the Happy Hour priced Old Fashioned. Mind you it was a bargain at five dollars. However, I noticed when my partner took a sip it was spat out. I don't drink the spirits but curiosity got the best of me. So I tried it to see if it was in fact bad. It was one of the most disgusting drinks I've ever had. We also thought about eating here but the menu is extremely limited. For a place attached to higher upscale bar experiences the menu seems unimaginative. Frito pie? Again, there is a crisis in its identity. After my first drink and not really feeling this place we left. The service was not good. The menu is uninspired. But above all I felt extremely uncomfortable in here. Before I left I tried to remember the great Jefferson Bodega. It understood the assignment. It prided itself on being a bridge to the community. This place wants to create a one way street that leads to The Pearl.

If it's not broken, don't fix it. The bartenders are amazing, always have been. It's always been…read morethe perfect little neighborhood pub. The new manager that has been brought in has changed that. He has no bar management experience and no bar tending experience and makes no effort to get to know the regulars who are the foundation of the community pub that place used to be. If there is a common denominator of why this place is on the down and out, it's the new manager.

Excellent service always, my friends and I frequent the pub often, and love all our bartenders!read more

Chef Marcel of @eatwityoeyez reached out last week to invite us to visit. We visited at their…read more@bentleysonbroadway location. Bentley's Bar has a covered outdoor area with picnic tables, heaters, bar, and swings! On Wednesdays, it's happy hour all night with $5 Crown, $7 Patron, and $3 well drinks. Dad had pineapple juice, hubby had the $3 Coors Light, and I had the well drink and Crown with peach and apple. Josh was serving at the bar and took good care of us. @eatwityoeyez opened at 7pm and we ordered our food to give them a try. They also have a resident cat, Bentley, a mixed Siamese cat! So friendly and cuddly!

Good wings at the food truck on the side called The Dojo!. Good price ($1 on Wednesday)…read more Didn't know it was going to be at a bar until I arrived. Had to walk in to see the food truck. Just fyi Great flavor, quick, hot and fresh. I ordered 12 wings and fries. Took less than 15 mins. Service was great, cool guy. Only thing is I wished they allowed you to choose if you want all flats or drums. I'm an all flat kinda guy, but they said couldn't be split up like that. I would've paid an extra fee for it. Oh well