Whether you’re pre-gaming ahead of a sports event, having a nightshift happy hour or going through a bad breakup, there are times when a daytime tipple is just what you need.

Luckily, San Antonio is home to a varied collection of boozeries that offer beer, wine and harder stuff at all hours of the day. These 22 local spots open at noon or earlier, catering to your day-drinking desires. 

Cullum’s Attagirl 726 E Mistletoe Ave, (210) 437-4263, cullumsattagirl.com This SA mainstay serves up hot chicken and ice cold beverages on a cute, extended patio, thanks to the city’s Eat on the Street program. Don’t sleep on the lunch specials — trust us on this one. Credit: Instagram / cullumsattagirl
Bier Garten Riverwalk 126 Losoya St, (210) 212-7299, biergartenriverwalk.com An open-air beer garden, German brews, Bavarian fare – what else could you ask for in Bier Garten? This River Walk spot, which opens at 11 a.m. Monday-Saturday and at noon on Sunday, truly has it all. Photo via Instagram / biergartenriverwalk
Full Belly 427 N Loop 1604 W Ste 202, (210) 236-5374, fullbellysa.com/ Full Belly’s master bartenders serve up some great cocktails alongside this eatery’s flavorful fare — meaning that it’s probably more acceptable to get slammed here in the morning than some of the other spots on our list. Photo via Facebook / Full Belly SA
Cobalt Club 2022 McCullough Ave, (210) 251-2027, facebook.com If you’re paranoid about having a drink without running into people you know, you’ll be safe grabbing a drink at Cobalt Club — especially if you stop by in the morning. Serving up drinks 7 a.m. to 2 a.m. daily (except Sundays when it opens at 10:30 a.m.), we’d be surprised if you encountered someone you know at this iconic dive. Photo by Jaime Monzon
Flying Saucer Draught Emporium 11255 Huebner Rd #212, (210) 696-5080, beerknurd.com Opening at 11 a.m. every day of the week, Flying Saucer gives you a wide variety – we’re talking more than 200 beers – to choose from for your morning brew. You could seriously spend a whole day enjoying the lot of beers here, so why not start early? Photo via Instagram /
The Esquire Tavern 155 E Commerce St, (210) 222-2521, esquiretavern-sa.com With the longest wooden bartop in Texas, you’ll be silly not to enjoy a morning drink at the Esquire Tavern. Though you’ll have to wait until it opens at 11:30 a.m., consider this tavern a go-to spot for your morning bar crawl. Photo via Instagram / esquiretavernsa
Halcyon 1414 S Alamo St, (210) 277-7045, halcyoncoffeebar.com Though many will likely post up at Halcyon beginning at 7 a.m. to get their coffee fix to jumpstart the day, you’re more than welcome to do the same with a beer, cocktail or wine of your choice. Photo via Instagram / nrd_urban
The Growler Exchange 4130 Broadway St, (210) 320-2738, thegrowlerexchange-sa.com Though most popular as a spot to grab a beer with friends, The Growler Exchange is more than just a tap room. The watering hole also has an impressive food menu with its charc board and variety of artisan-style pizzas. Photo via Instagram / thegrowlerexchange
The Hangar 8203 Broadway St, (210) 824-2700, thehangarsa.com Round up your fellow borrachos and hang out at the Hangar! Beginning at 11 a.m. you’ll be able to score a variety of pub grub, plus a stacked lineup of beers. Photo via Instagram / iamdj_therapy210
Whiskey Smith 6310 Callaghan Road, (210) 342-7321, whiskeysmithssanantonio.com Open at 11 a.m. every day but Sunday, Whiskey Smith keeps it simple with daily drink specials and offering of beers and cocktails. However you choose to get lit, you can do just that with ease at Whiskey Smith. Photo via Instagram / rcortinas85
Highlander Bar 5562 Fredericksburg Road, (210) 340-4577, highlanderbarandgrill.com If you want to start your day drinking with shots or a beer, you can get your fix at Highlander beginning at 7 a.m. every day but Sunday (when it opens at 11 a.m.). This Scottish-themed spot gives off pub vibes, includes dining options and even offers live music – though we can’t guarantee such in the early morning. Photo via Google Maps
Pat O’Brien’s 121 Alamo Plaza, (210) 220-1076, patobriens.com In true New Orleans fashion, of course the party starts early at Pat O’Brien’s. Complete with Cajun fare and a dueling piano bar that comes alive at night, you can start your Pat O’s experience off early in the day with a Hurricane cocktail. Just pace yourself if you know what’s good for you. Photo via Instagram / patobrienssa
17. Thirsty Aztec 200 River Walk St, (210) 580-4844, thirstyaztec.com “Loved the drinks there and love music! Great location and ambience! You want to make this your place to go any night of the week. The bartenders are friendly and will help you with drink selection.” – Dunn W. Photo via Instagram / thirsty_aztec
Agave Bar 521 Riverwalk Street, (210) 223-2939 Though technically a Mexican restaurant, take advantage of the patio on the River Walk here for a nice view while you get boozy. You can start early too – 9 a.m. on Saturdays (when it really counts, tbh) and 11 a.m. on any other day of the week. Photo via Instagram / sacurrent
Bananas Billiards 2003 San Pedro Ave, (210) 226-2627, facebook.com/BananasBilliards Whether you stop by for a game of billiards or just want to get your drink on, you can post up at Bananas beginning at 11 a.m. Monday through Saturday. Photo via Instagram / _corpser_
The Hoppy Monk 1010 N Loop 1604 E, (210) 545-3330, thehoppymonk.com With a huge selection of beers on tap, consider Hoppy Monk an obvious choice for getting boozy in the morning. Here’s the drawback: they open at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday though Saturday and at 10 a.m. on Sunday. Plan accordingly, and you can get the buzz going before noon most of the week here. Photo via Instagram / sgstith
Texas T Pub 121 Broadway St, (210) 271-1058 Whether you’re playing tourist or just live the sort of life that you can enjoy having a few rounds at 8 a.m., you can head downtown to get your drink on at Texas T Pub that early in the morning. Consider doing so as a way of you treating yourself. Photo via Instagram / theplateprincess
Barflys 8503 Broadway St, (210) 277-7202, facebook.com/BARFLYS1/ If you find your daylong bender is kicking-off near the airport, stop by Barflys for a round or two. Opening at 10 a.m. Monday through Saturday and at noon on Sunday, you can score a beer or cocktail at this divey sports bar. Photo via Instagram /
Sir Winston’s 2522 Nacogdoches Road, (210) 829-5933, facebook.com/pages/category/Pub/Sir-Winstons-Pub-236441305360/ By opening at 10 a.m. on weekdays and noon on Saturday and Sunday, Sir Winston’s lets you post up and have a drinks well before mid-day. If you feel inspired enough, you can even play some shuffleboard too. Photo via Facebook /
Two Rivers Tavern 13550 O’Connor Rd #3, (210) 368-2264, 2riverstavern.com A place where everyone knows your name, the Two Rivers Tavern is a spot where you’ll want to stay awhile. Opening at 8 a.m. Monday-Saturday and at 10 a.m on Sunday, this neighborhood joint could be a worthy addition to your next day-long bar crawl lineup. Photo via Google Maps
The Crazy Ape 9930 San Pedro Ave, (210) 375-5813, facebook.com/crazyapesatx/ Opening at 7 a.m Monday through Saturday and at noon on Sundays, your day drinking is sure to get off to a wild start at the Crazy Ape. Photo via Google Maps
Rookies Too Sports Bar & Grill 9200 Broadway St, (210) 375-6615,