Had drinks with friends on a Saturday night at Sternewirth had Paul Tello take care of our table…read more Friendly and very knowledgeable of the hotel history.

Such a fun concept! Open seating areas to mingle around. We…read morehappened to come across this when walking around the Pearl area. The staff was friendly and very informative. Jayden was brilliant. Highly recommend the pretzel. The honey mustard was delicious (hubby's fav) and the pimento cheese was fantastic! Def my fav.

Welcome to Olmos Park, Rumors! I'm so glad you're here. :)…read more As a resident of this neighborhood, I was so excited to see our little strip of McCollough open its very own craft cocktail bar (with the absolute CUTEST Andy Warhol inspired decor). I stopped in recently on Saturday to take advantage of their happy hour pricing (from 5-7pm) and try out some of the delicious cocktails they're mixing up here. It wasn't too crowded when my friend and I were there, and Yoli (the head bartender) and Jamie (the man who has an Old Fashion named after him on the cocktail menu) were so sweet and made our experience a blast! All three of the cocktails I enjoyed were expertly crafted, delicious, and incredibly unique with extra flourishes and touches that put them over the top. I've definitely heard the Rumors and can confirm it's true that Rumors is the best kept secret in midtown!

Rumors Mixology Bar first time here a great vibe good music. It's really nice looking inside , was…read moregreeted immediately by the owner with his name and a handshake The service was excellent. The drinks are really good. It's a mixology place so you gotta go with their menu. Vero cool bartenders as well. I highly recommend to drop by have a drink talk with the staff. They are exceptional.

Rd Hidden is one of my preferred destinations - whether meeting a close friend or enjoying a solo…read morevisit - to unwind with a well-deserved beverage while catching up on personal finances. On a recent visit, a best friend reserved a spot for us, and we ended up staying for an extended, thoroughly enjoyable time. Special thanks to Parker for the attentive service. Thanks, Parker, you are amazing. This remains one of my top hidden gems.

Enjoyed my visit to the RD Speakeasy. It wasn't easy to find, but was worth the search! After I…read moremade the reservation online, I got the confirmation but not the password. So on the way, I texted and requested the password. After a brief search and knocking on several doors, I realized the entrance is behind the restaurant in its own small parking lot. Look for the green light and avoid searching around like a weirdo, like me lol. Once inside, I found the interior is cozy with seating for couples, small groups and bar seating. We asked the mixologist to put his own spin on old fashions and he delivered. I'm addicted to the spicy cinnamon version that he created! The quail pops were a nice little appetizer although they could have used a bit more seasoning. I think the drink and app prices were very reasonable. Service was laid back and friendly. My only reco would be to maybe put a bit more thought into the vintage decor and secret restroom. The restroom lock was hard to figure out, especially after a drink or two lol. Overall this Speakeasy is a great spot to add a bit of intrigue to your evening.

Cute spot and man so much happening over here in Helotes, def multiple places to eat and have a…read morecocktail. Drinks were fantastic and the bartenders were nice, def will be back.

One of my favorite spots to try new mixed drinks!! The drinks are superb, and it's a great spots to…read morecome and chill after work. It's my hidden gem!

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.

I really wanted to like this bar. It looked cozy and inviting from the outside. We were greeted by…read morea nice lady that talked too long, took our drink order and then everyone forgot about us. They were not busy and perhaps we should have said something but it took them 30 minutes and 2 different people to finally get our 2 drinks. The drinks were not good and considering we had plan to be somewhere when we finally got our drinks we paid the bill gulped down our not good drinks and left. This bar looks like it can be good but get better employees. If people sit at the bar they want to talk if they sit away from bar let them be. Serve the drinks and go away. The lady that kept talking to us was acting as if she ... Maybe this place will get better.

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!

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.

Cute spot with a fun atmosphere! My husband and I stopped in after it was recommended to us. It…read morewasn't quite our vibe--it probably would have been more our scene about 10 years ago . The music was good, although pretty loud, and the crowd was definitely on the younger side. We stayed for a drink, and the bartenders were friendly and the service was good. We didn't try the food, so I can't speak to that, but overall it seemed like a fun place if you're looking for a younger, livelier crowd!

Pink Shark has been on my radar since it opened a couple years ago, and I'll admit I came in with…read moresome hesitation. I'm always drawn to cocktail bars with a strong theme, and places like this usually live or die by how well they commit to the experience. Right away, the space is visually striking. The pink-forward aesthetic isn't totally my lane, but I can appreciate how fresh and easy on the eyes it feels. That said, it leans more high-energy lounge than intimate cocktail bar. For me, it's missing a bit of that dim, red-lit, date-night allure that makes a true cocktail spot feel seductive and immersive. At times, it feels closer to a club atmosphere than a tucked-away lounge. What really pulled me in, though, was the speakeasy concept and this is where Pink Shark starts to shine. The hidden entrance in the back delivers exactly the kind of exclusivity I was hoping for. Inside, the vibe shifts: loungy, modern, and just the right amount of sexy. The minimalist design works, and the lighting and décor pop without feeling overdone. Music can make or break a place like this, and on Saturday (4/25), the DJ nailed it. A smooth mix of EDM with reworked classics kept the energy up without overwhelming the space. Paired with a solid sound system, it elevated the entire experience. On the drinks side, there's a bit of a split. The signature cocktail menu is solid and clearly the focus, but for a speakeasy-style bar, the overall selection feels a little limited. I did appreciate seeing El Tesoro Reposado and Blanco on hand; always a good sign. I went with an Old Fashioned using the reposado, and my date had a Paloma with the blanco (based on a prep recommendation). Both were well-executed, and the bartender was accommodating and easygoing, which goes a long way. Service was smooth and quick, and we lucked out with seats at the bar at least for a while. Fair warning: around 11pm, they clear out the bar seating as the crowd builds. It shifts the energy again toward more of a standing-room, nightlife feel, but if you can snag one of the couches, you're in a good spot. Overall, Pink Shark has a lot going for it and even more potential. The speakeasy element is easily its strongest feature, and I'd love to see that identity pushed further especially with a deeper, more classic-leaning cocktail list (think Black Manhattan or a proper Boulevardier). There's something really good here it just hasn't fully settled into its lane yet. I'll definitely be returning soon. Texas Mozzer

Damn this place is great! Great staff and great music! Same owners as other bars in town worth…read morechecking out. Great time have great conversation with the bar tenders who hook it up and know how to make a damn great drink. The concept of this place is dope and the vibe is p chill. Def a great place to take a date to have conversation. The music isn't overly loud and the lighting is just right. Definitely worth checking out.

I've been going to the St. Paul's square area more often lately and I really like this bar…read more The atmosphere is pretty casual with plenty of seating and extra tables outside on the patio too. (There are heaters when it gets cold.) After the Spurs game it was busier than usual but we still got a table and the service was just as attentive and quick. They have a full bar and can also recommend some fun drinks like their margaritas or unique infused cocktails. The DJ that plays here on the weekends is 10/10.