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    Menger Bar

    4.0 (259 reviews)
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    Open • 12:00 pm - 11:00 PM
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    5.26.2025
    Jenni M.

    The Menger Bar with all of its history was a delightful treat. I only popped in to order up some poolside drinks, but this place was LOUD and crowded the first night (5.25.2025) we stayed at the Menger Hotel. The second afternoon/evening (5.26.2025), it was not nearly as crowded, but still buzzing with the entire row of barstools almost taken and a large group of folks upstairs. I loved the dark wood, odes to Teddy Roosevelt and his Rough Riders, the glorious ceiling, the low lighting, and all the beveled mirrors. All of the bartenders were friendly and worked super fast to quench everyone's thirsts for cocktails, bottled beers, and my fabulous Jack & Cokes. Thanks for all the extra cherries in my girls' Roy Rogers.

    Entrance to the  History of San Antonio!

    This Historic Bar was not short of a phenomenal storyteller. As he made me a drink called a Dangerous Watson,which was delicious I may add, he described the origins of the bullet hole in the wall next to the bar left by Teddy Roosevelt. Then told the story of the woman that went on a rampage with an axe and took a sizeable chunk out of the bar, because she wanted to destroy drinking establishments. Two of her ex-husbands were drunkards. Great ambiance and fantastic drinks. Take the load off sit yourself down at the Menger Bar at the Alamo and enjoy!

    I love all the wood work.
    Nikki B.

    Located at the Historic Menger Hotel, The Menger Bar is fashioned after London's House of Lords Pub. Legend has it that Teddy Roosevelt recruited the "Rough Riders" here in 1898. I don't know if that is true, but you can tell this place has a lot of history. In fact, it was voted one of the Top 10 Historic Bars in the U.S. I enjoy visiting these type of establishments. This place exudes so much charm with its original hand carved mahogany wood bar, dark cherry wood paneled ceiling, and beveled mirrors imported from France. My friend and I ordered a drink so we could soak in the ambience. I tried the House Margarita and my friend got the Rye Old Fashioned. I'm used to margaritas being served in a rocks glass, but this came in a pint glass. As the saying goes, everything is bigger in Texas. It was tasty. My friend also enjoyed the Old Fashioned. The is definitely a neat place to check out when in the area.

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    Robert V.

    Disappointed, came here for a light snack and a beer. The bar was wall to wall people. There was an insane long wait to order. There was nowhere to sit. We actually spent most of our time exploring the interior of the hotel then we did inside the bar, big disappointment.

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    Dori N.

    We went here to have a drink because we heard it is haunted. Located inside the Menger Hotel (near the Alamo) The bar tender takes your order at the bar and you seat yourself. There's an upstairs, the wood wall area is dark but beautiful. Lots of history here. Cocktail was average.

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    Caroline S.

    We wanted to go ghost hunting and this is apparently the spot. Sadly didn't see any ghosts but the history and feel in the bar especially up on the balcony is a bit eerie. The bartenders were awesome. Was just a cocktail stop but it is a must see.

    Meena P.

    Historical bar in the heart of San Antonio where Teddy Roosevelt recruited his rough riders. They showcase a lot of memorabilia throughout the bar and they have captured the old time feel of those days. Loved the bar seating and they have an upper and lower seating area too. Bar food menu and great drinks available and wine and beer. Service was fine... they are very quiet bartenders !! Enjoyed a great gin and tonic here and my friends had some beers which I totally forgot to take a picture of. Had a little bar food in the form of fries and pretzels. Nice drinking hole in a very classy hotel.

    St C.

    Was told to take kids to get the famous Mango ice cream at this bar, so we did on our last trip downtown to enjoy a pleasant spring day. This hotel is a historic treasure that is fun to walk through and imagine the old days of SA. The atmosphere in this small bar has not changed over the decades. The ice cream is not cheap, but it is really good to enjoy from the balcony. Check it out!

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    Elsa C.

    When in San Antonio Texas you should try to visit this bar, as it is full of history. The bar is attached to the Menger Hotel so there is parking. We walked there from another bar. Be ware as the area is under construction. The bartenders here are nice and so helpful. When we arrived we were hot as the weather outside was so muggy that they offered us water first and turned on fans for us. Once we caught our breath we ordered a couple of delicious Rye Old fashioned that were made with nice tasty bourbon. The bartender told us a bit of the history of the Menger bar. Husband and I sat for a while and enjoyed the drinks and the atmosphere. Go enjoy and learn about some great Texas history.

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    Fernanda F.

    The Menger Bar is one of my go-to places I like to take out of towners when they are visiting the Alamo City. This historic bar is located inside the historic Menger Hotel (just across from The Alamo) and was established in 1859, which makes it the oldest continuously operating saloon in the city. It is famously known because Teddy Roosevelt recruited his Rough Riders in this bar (what!?). The bar is full of historic memorabilia which makes it extra special, and it's decor is super unique. I recommend accessing the bar through the hotel, because you can get the full experience and see all the memorabilia they have around the hotel. I personally think this is the perfect spot to hangout after visiting the Alamo and complete your full tour experience.

    BJ N.

    Went to The Menger Bar last night & had a few drinks. Justin the bartender was so awesome & friendly. Made a great Caribbean Mama!! He was giving history of the ba& hotel to other customers & it was very exciting to hear.

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    Best Old Fashioned in Texas. You can feel and see the history in the place. A must for anyone that appreciates such things.

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    “What more can you ask for than a bar in a haunted hotel where Teddy Roosevelt actually fired a shot in the wall.”

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    Wow! What a nice place! We really enjoyed the food and drinks. We are down from Austin to San…read moreAntonio for the evening. Very glad we stopped by.

    Well I love this place. Atmosphere was amazing music was nice. Great place to come for drinks with…read morefriends or on a date. The reason I'm giving it a 1 star is for the people they have at the door " the security or whatever ". I went there while on a business trip with lots of retired NFL players from New England. I got there early so I went to scope out places to bring them. Rosa was across the street so I popped in. They did have food I want but I was coming back. When I came back the security guy " Black guy with a tight shirt on was at the door. I walked up after he let some other people walked in and he looked at me like what am I doing. I said I'm going in he said you're not going in til I see your license. I get it but I was kinda annoyed cause he looked at me up and down like there was a problem I laughed and he said " you know what you're not coming in. I said here's my license he said no get out of here. The proceeded to say don't get knocked out. lol. Wow. The go F""k your mother thing killed me. Wow I was going to entertain this conversation but I was nah I'll go talk to the owner or the manager but they're closed during the day. I just want to say people like this guy can Ruin a business from the start. If this person is still involved with this business it's a bad look. I would never go back Of recommend this place to anyone in my circle if this guy is still there. Just saying.

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