San Antonio’s music scene is as diverse and deep-rooted as the rest of its culture. Thankfully, a growing number of Alamo City dining establishments are doing their part to support live music and have built outdoor stages to make it part of their ambiance.

Whether it comes to to open-mic nights, seasonal music series or resident acts, these locally owned dining and drinking establishments promise ample space for customers to enjoy the rush of live music while enjoying a cocktail, a meal or both.

Vista Brewing Company 1333 Buena Vista St, 512-766-1842, vistabrewingtx.com Vista Brewing, based in the Central Texas town of Driftwood, extended its reach to San Antonio earlier this spring with the opening of a new tasting room and beer garden at Warehouse 5. Photo by thedesertroamer via Instagram / vistabrewingsatx
The Divide 21880 Babcock Rd, thedivide-kremkau.com The Divide is a unique outdoor food and music venue that features a rotating schedule of various locally owned food and beverage trucks. No matter how many days you visit the Divide, you can always expect something new. Photo via Instagram / thedivide.kremkau
Cactus Land Brewing Company 368 County Rd 325, Adkins, (210) 414-2776, cactuslandbrewing.com This taproom is open the first and third weekends of the month to bring you fresh brews, fun eats provided by local food trucks, and live music on its outdoor stage. Photo via Instagram / cactuslandbrewing
Old Main Ice House 110 N Main St, Cibolo, (210) 455-5275, oldmainicehouse.com Located in a renovated prohibition-era building in Cibolo’s historic downtown, Old Main Ice House is a sweet hangout spot on sunny days. Complete with weekend concerts and great food, be sure not to miss out on visiting this spot the next time you venture north of SA. Photo via Instagram / oldmainicehouse
Smoke BBQ + Skybar 501 E. Crockett St., (210) 253-9919, smokedowntown.com Smoke BBQ has live music, outdoor seating and great comfort food. They make all sorts of barbecue favorites, but it’s hard to pass up on the loaded bowl of brisket mac and cheese. Photo via Instagram / smokesanantonio
Backyard on Broadway 2411 Broadway, (210) 634-1405, backyardonbroadway.com This central SA spot offers a huge play area, live music, and drink specials. This spot also offers rooftop yoga on Sunday mornings. Photo via Instagram / backyardonbroadwaysa
Windmill Ice House 2769 Nacogdoches Rd, (210) 714-0630, windmillicehousesatx.square.site Windmill Ice House has everything Texans love — rustic decor, outdoor seating, and most importantly, really good barbecue. This one acre northside eatery regular books acoustic acts on its outdoor stage. Photo via Instagram /
Dog and Pony Grill 1481 S Main St, Boerne, (830) 816-7669, dogandponygrill.com What’s better than eating chicken fried steak? Sitting outside and listening to live music of course! Enjoy the outdoors and great food, and consider bringing your fur baby to the pet-friendly Boerne outpost. Photo via Instagram / dogponygrill_boerne
Deco Pizzeria Multiple Locations, decopizza.com Deco Pizzeria has three locations, all serving great pizza, outdoor seating, and live music every Friday and Saturday night. Photo via Instagram / michaelalanismusic
Sams Burger Joint 330 E Grayson St, (210) 223-2830, samsburgerjoint.com From Indie to country to everything in between, San Antonio’s premier live music venue has got you covered regardless of the genre of music you like. The live music venue also has fantastic burgers (obviously) and drinks that make the experience just that much better. Photo via Instagram / samsburgerjoint
Beethoven Maennerchor Masks Not Required for Customers 422 Pereida St., (210) 222-1521, beethovenmaennerchor.com Located in Southtown near Blue Star, the Beethoven Maennerchor halle is home to one of the oldest German singing societies in Texas. The property usually hosts some of the biggest outdoor Oktoberfest, Fiesta and First Friday bashes in town, complete with authentic German food and music, plus ah-mazing German bier. Photo via Facebook / the.Beethoven
Burleson Yard Beer Garden Masks Required 430 Austin St, (210) 354-3001, facebook.com/BurlesonYard A chill-ass beer garden is a perfect spot to hang out with your pupperino. Choose from beer or cocktails, just be sure to order some bites from the nearby food trucks to keep you from getting too lit. Photo via Instagram / burlesonyardbeergarden
Brooster’s Backyard 815 Pleasanton Rd, (210) 253-9104, Facebook.com/BroostersBackyard This kid- and pet-friendly Southside venue offers live music, play areas for both furry and human kiddos, DJs, chancla throwing contests and Lotería nights. Grab a drink from the full bar or mocktail menu, as well as snacks from a variety of food trucks — or a couple of snow cones for the kiddos. Photo via Instagram / broostersbackyard
The Cove Masks Required 606 W Cypress St, San Antonio, TX 78212, (210) 227-2683, thecove.us The Cove has long been an outdoor haven for San Antonians, but a recent revamp to the patio area creates a more spacious layout to accommodate those looking to enjoy the weather. Be sure to check out the Texas bar, which offers nearly 50 Texas craft brews.Photo via Instagram / thecovesa Credit: Instagram / @thecovesa
The Rustic Masks Not Required for Staff or Customers 17619 La Cantera Parkway Unit 04, (210) 245-7500, therustic.com/san-antonio Sitting right outside of the loop, The Rustic offers live music, a huge outdoor seating area and a diverse food menu. The venue isn’t currently requiring staff or guests to wear face coverings, but folks who would prefer a server with a mask can request to be seated in a section in a masked server’s section. Photo via Instagram / therusticsa
The Good Kind Southtown 1127 S St. Mary’s St., (210) 801-5892, eatgoodkind.com The Good Kind’s picturesque outdoor garden is a primo spot for patrons to sip on refreshing beverages while the kids tire themselves out on the grounds. Photo via Instagram / thegoodkindsouthtown
Dos Sirenos Brewing 231 E. Cevallos St., (210) 442-8138, dossirenosbrewing.com Producing brews in Southtown since 2019, Dos Sirenos boasts a large patio and super shady kid- and dog-friendly outdoor space. Photo via Instagram / dossirenosbrewing
The Dakota East Side Ice House 433 S Hackberry, (210) 375-6009, thedakotasa.com Known simply as ‘the Dakota,’ you can find ice cold beer and plenty of outdoor seating at this Alamodome-area spot. Grab a pizza and one of their many Texas beer options while you kick back, watch the sun set and enjoy live tunes. Photo via Instagram / thedakotasa
The Well Mask Required 5539 UTSA Blvd, (210) 877-9099, thewellsanantonio.com Enjoy a casual Texas experience at The Well, where you and your furry friend can lounge at sun-bathed picnic tables. Snag a marg and a bowl if ice-cold H20 for your pup. Photo via Instagram / thewellsanantonio
The Cherrity Bar 302 Montana St., (210) 598-0496, cherritybar.com Seated comfortably at the corner of Cherry and Montana streets on the East Side, The Cherrity Bar combines cocktails, charitable giving and a top-notch ramen shop. For financially efficient eating, stop in for happy hour, when apps are half off. Photo via Instagram / cherritybar
StreetFare SA 1916 Austin Hwy, (210) 737-6767, streetfaresa.com StreetFare SA is reminiscent of a campsite — except it’s full of food trucks. Featuring a rotating schedule of different flavorful options, plenty of outdoor activities and regular live music, StreetFare SA should be on your radar for a family weekend outing. Photo via Instagram / streetfaresa