You know the night before a holiday urge to go get a drink in your hometown feel? I know it and I…read morewas super excited to see Slow Ride come up as an option for me and my sister to pop in and catch up over some drinks. Parking along the street is free (along the fence line of Sam Houston) and was not an issue even for a holiday. There is a paid parking lot that is secure and available too so note that if ever you have an issue finding a good spot. Walking into Slow Ride is like walking into your tio's (uncle) or a grandpa's cool, 70's/80;s vibey, and home-y bar. This is the kind of spot where every picture you take of yourself, or your friends, will look like you took it in the 80's! This is not a bad thing either. Seriously. It IS A VIBE here! Cushy seats at the bar was my favorite spot to hang out while we had some cold beers and a shot to go alongside it too. They have beer and shot combos here around $8. You get plenty of choices on beer and liquor of choice. I opted for a tallboy Lonestar and a small shot of the Mexican Candy. My sister got a Live Oak Hefe in a can (she likes Blue Moon so this was the closest thing to it and she liked it!) and later a Shiner in a bottle. I also decided to close out with a daiquiri that was super delicious and offered in nice glassware. Patio out in the back is spacious and a great spot to hang out with a group of friends. The back space is taken care of and has a modern look to it out there. I can see it being a nice vibe outside on a pretty day too. Jukebox is legit! All great music selections from all genres on CDs and pretty cheap too to play 5-8 songs. The artwork around here is worth a look around too. I love all the unique Garfield toys surrounding the bar area too. All of the back bar is so great with the wooden shelving and lighting too. You can see many honorable nods to those who currently or have served. It's a great thing to see especially so close to Sam Houston. One thing I have a pet peeve on is any service bar who has to keep my card on file. I am the worst person who won't remember so I have to be extra careful when bars keep my card. I usually walk and don't mind paying the 20+% tab walk fee but I do want my card back so I have to get everyone who is with me to remind me to go get it. That's why I am giving it 4 stars. I am looking forward to coming back in the future and bringing some more family and friends, though. This spot is so nostalgic and their social is super active and will promote DJs and sets happening that week and into the weekend. Go check them out and play some pool. You're gonna feel like you are in a Matthew McConaughey movie when you do. Tell me I am wrong!!!

Rock n Roll Dive Bar!…read more Located in Government Hill historic district, across from Fort Sam Houston, formally Betty's Battalion that was here for years and years. Just outside of downtown and only a few blocks from Pearl. Love the crescent booths! Great jukebox! Whole vibe is cool and chill. Great place to meet friends, and hang out. We chatted with co-owner Nathan and had an enjoyable evening. They just open a couple of months ago... We will definitely be back!

Service is very poor. Very rude bartender. Looks somewhat clean. might give it a second chance.read more

This place was awesome. Bartender made great drinks including this Mexican candy margarita and also…read morea cucumber pickle vodka drink I loved. Prices were so reasonable. I'll definitely be back.

What a fun place! Quiet-NO!…read moreRoomy-NO! Loud-YES! Great service-YES! Fun people-YES! Do not wear a suit. If you are really looking for a dive bar! Check out Bruno's.

Bruno's is the perfect dive bar located in Southtown! Love the cheap drinks and the bartenders are…read morethe best!

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!

OMG I really do not think I have the words to express how great this little bar is. If I lived in…read moreSan Antonio, it would for sure be one of my regular spots, especially for the wrestling events. It's the perfect dive bar but with live music, wrestling, dee-jays, and more. The drinks and beer prices are incredibly affordable. It's got a decently spacious interior with a nice sized outdoor patio. They host the matches in the parking lot and they take place every three months. If you're going for a match, best to use a car service or find somewhere in the neighborhood to park. Moreover, the fellow patrons, bartender, and manager were the coolest people around. Everyone was so nice! I couldn't believe it. We were treated like friends, like family, even. What an incredible visit with incredible human beings. Counting the days until we get to go back.

Had a great time at this local bar! Service was friendly and timely. We had a blast belting out our…read morefavorites at the karaoke mic! Definitely welcoming and friendly vibe. Highly recommend it...See you there!

The new owner is amazing! I never knew about this spot, randomly walked into it, and now it's my…read morehome. This is where the locals go to. Great legacy and even better new ownership!

Great prices, great people, and always a great time! This bar has an easygoing, welcoming vibe that…read moremakes you feel like a regular from the moment you walk in. The drinks are affordable without sacrificing quality, and the atmosphere is perfect for hanging out with friends or meeting new people. Big shoutout to Chris and Vic--they're friendly, attentive, and really help make the experience memorable. Whether you're just stopping by for a quick drink or staying all night, this spot delivers. Definitely one of my favorite places to visit in San Antonio!

It's a dive bar. What you want? The downside for here, is no food served. Because beer and wings…read moresets it apart. Two pool tables, a jukebox, and a skill machine. Beers $3.50! Not a bad deal compared to many other bars. On the way home from work. They do a Yahtzee game where if Yahtzee is made win money. It can be from a hundred to several thousand dollars pot! TVs for sports.

great service good local bar…read more been coming here for about a year and this place doesn't disappoint not a place for your high end cocktails but if you want just a beer with an occasional shot and good people this is the spot . Frank the owner is always inviting to new people i'm thinking of having my birthday here

Man, it was so cool coming to this little honky Tonk and seeing a great group, one for the books…read morefor sure. It's a classic hole in the wall but it gives a homie not aggressive spot, if that makes any sense. The parking situation is not the greatest as you will have to park along the street 80% of the time lol but nevertheless it's a vibe. There's a cool outside area that has two food trucks and plenty of seating as inside is mainly for standing. The service there was good I had been asked if I needed help which was shocking as most places do not care until you go up to the bar.

Greatest place on the strip! My favorite bar in San Antonio. You always walk in to a sea of…read morefamiliar faces, the bartenders are great, cheap drinks, live music, a delicious food truck, and tons of outdoor seating with fire pits in the winter. What more could you want?

Ariel was a great bartendar. Not only did she make great drinks but also was a historian about the…read morebar and the Menger Hotel. She is a fun bartendar and my wife and I really enjoyed her being our bartendar.

I'm well overdue in providing an opinion about this particular bar. Let me start with the negative…read moreand get that out of the way. Whether any of you who are reading this know about the history of the Menger Bar and it's role in Teddy Roosevelt's assemblage of the Roughriders in this particular establishment or not the drink which he had was a mint julep. When I ask for that drink for which The past president was known to imbibe in they did not have the ingredients. That was a disappointment. Beyond my disappointment was the reality of a service establishment that had great personnel that is bartenders who were quite service oriented and given the activity in the bar where quite efficient. I mentioned this to suggest that the ingredients for a drink are as much, a managers, responsibly, bartender, and so in fairness to what I think was exemplary service I certainly did not want my personal disappointment to reflect on how good these bartenders were. The ambience is also wonderful. It is the period appropriate or appears to be appropriate and hence gives you the comfort of being able to visualize Teddy drawing together a group that eventually went on to Victory over the Spanish in Cuba. It is romantic and comfortable. The bartenders explained that the round table at which Roosevelt sat has been moved somewhere within the hotel. This is an experience not to be missed. Nacho just for the historical content of such a visit, but simply for the contemporary service and ambience.

Polite staff with top notch customer service. Large portions. Reasonable pricing. I'm a repeat…read morecustomer & huge fan of their parrilladas jalisco - the plate for 1 could easily serve 2 & the plate for 2 could easily serve a family of 4-5. Recommend ordering extra tortillas, plate for 1 only comes with 2 tortillas. With regard to parking - yes, the full lot is in the rear (similar to multiple restaurants all over the Alamo City) & the entire property area is well lit.

Second time there. First time it wasn't the greatest visit. Parking is really concerning especially…read moreon that questionable side of San Antonio. You have to park your vehicle on the back of the restaurant without any type of security. Last time we were there I like the cheese on their tacos. Most restaurants use cheddar cheese which I just don't care for because it gets greasy and hard once it cools down. So today we decided to go there for breakfast just because of the cheese!!!! So may I order a chorizo and bean taco with cheese plus a plate of huevos Rancheros. 5 minuets after ordering she comes back saying that they're out of yellow cheese if I wanted white cheese. Wtf I say no!!!! To just cancel the taco. Very disappointed!!!!! Then to top it off the icing to the cake. They bring the plate. It's just eggs with a small side of regular salsa. Man that just ruined my appetite. I asked the waitress why am I getting just regular salsa on the side and not the Huevos Rancheros that I ordered???? She says that they don't make that type of salsa. WTH they have the huevos rancheros picture the right way on their menu!!!!! Waste of my damn money!!! Just ate the beans and some of the potatoes. Was going to just return them and drink the water but didn't want to ruin my buddy's breakfast since they messed his order too!!!! He ordered the migas plate and guess what they put the white cheese instead of yellow cheese.