I stopped by Slow Ride with my husband and my brother this past Friday night. We were staying an…read moreairbnb just down Grayson from Slow Ride, so it was the perfect place to stop for a drink and catch up with my brother. The bar really couldn't be cooler. It has the decor and vibes of a midwestern dive bar in the 70s: retro bar furniture, old signs, neon, and wood paneling. They have a simple but perfect bar menu: beers, classic cocktails, and a couple of wines. I had a martini; my brother had a daquiri; and my husband had a couple of Lone Stars. The service good. The drinks were good. The vibes were perfect (they even had Selena playing on the TV over the bar - which made me feel right at home). I don't want to sound 100, but the DJ was way too loud for me on a Friday night (we couldn't hear each other talk),but otherwise the bar was the perfect place for Friday night drinks. Slow Ride offers a dive-ish alternative to the more polished, fancy places just down the road at the Pearl. If you're looking for something with lots of character, Slow Ride might be perfect.

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!!!

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.

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

There is no mistaking this place for anything other than a great dive bar. No flash. No frills. But…read moredrinks/shots flowed, staff was great, & fellow patrons were nice. I will definitely come 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.

My date and I had such an amazing experience Saturday night especially thanks to Jacob! He was very…read moreattentive and informative with helping us pick out different cocktails and shots. Our drinks came out fast and amazing every time! Jacob was very entertaining and made the time memorable. Highly recommend this clean and aesthetically pleasing bar!

they have 2 reel-to-reel tape decks on the wall. really should get them going! seems like happy…read morepeople come here after 11 on fridays. where's the karaoke?

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.

My boyfriend and I had our first date at El Luchador 3 years ago and have always had a great time…read more Last night we got to celebrate my boyfriends birthday with family and friends. The staff were very accommodating and even sang happy birthday with us. Thanks for a wonderful and memorable night.

Great vibe, great service! Good affordable beer/shot combos too. Kamryn was very helpfulread more

This is definitely a place you want to visit on any trip to San Antonio. Come for happy hour or the…read moremusic at 9; or last call this place has the vibes your looking for in SATX. Recently remodeled and smelling fresh!!!! it This staff is proud of this establishment and it shows. The bar and restrooms are clean and to me that is important. I enjoy the warm cozy lighting feel of the bar area and that they have different music options based on the day of the week.

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

Clean, friendly, great drinks, great prices! Feels like your…read morein the country but just up the street from downtown. A must see kind of place.

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.

Spent a very hot day in San Antonio at the hotel pool…read more Claudia the bartender was the bomb.com. She helped us directions and recommendations. So courteous and helpful. Beautiful pool

What a cool bar! fantastic cocktails with great history. This is definitely a spot to check out in…read moreyour stop through San Antonio.

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.

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.