25 Essential San Antonio Restaurants, Bars for Wine Lovers
If wine is your libation of choice, all the more power to you. Whether you're celebrating or just looking for a solid spot to go for post-drink works, here's 25 local spots where you'll have fun exploring the wine list.
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Sternewirth
136 E Grayson St, (210) 223-7375, thehotelemma.com
This cozy, yet sexy bar may be frequented by tourists daily, but it’s also a go-to for boozy locals. While the cocktail program reigns supreme here, you’ll be smart to order a glass of your favorite wine while you catch up with friends or during a hot date.
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Paramour
102 9th St #400, (210) 340-9880, paramourbar.com
Plenty of boozy drinks are up for grabs at this sexy rooftop bar, but you should definitely make it a point to enjoy a few glasses of wine here. Though not the longest wine list by any means, these fortified wines will still pack a punch and will guarantee a satisfyingly fun time whether you’re on a date or having a night out with your crew.
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Biga on the Banks
203 S St Mary's St, (210) 225-0722, biga.com
Brought to you by Chef Bruce Auden, this downtown restaurant is one of the top dining destinations in SA – and it has solid wine options. This long list features reds, whites, pinks, bubbles and more, so make plans to enjoy a few glasses and have a good night.
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Dough Pizzeria Napoletana
Multiple locations, doughpizzeria.com
Trust this local and super authentic spot to deliver just the wine you’re looking for. From bubbly to a classic red or white, feel free to play around as your fill your glass and pair it with your favorite pizza.
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High Street Wine Co.
302 Pearl Pkwy #104, (210) 908-9144, highstreetwine.com
Getting boozy at the Pearl is always a delight, but more so when it means having a few glasses of fine wine at the complex’s premiere wine bar. The modern, rustic wine bar and bottle shop features a variety of both traditional and more elevated by-the-glass options that you can top off with small bites.
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Esquire Tavern
155 E Commerce St, (210) 222-2521, esquiretavern-sa.com
As one of the oldest bars in San Antonio, thing of drinking at Esquire as a history lesson. Set up inside at the longest wooden bartop in Texas or head toward the patio to enjoy the view with a glass of rosé (or whatever your preference) in hand. Either way, you’ll be living your best life.
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Max's Wine Dive
340 E Basse Road Suite 101, (210) 444-9547, maxswinedive.com
An evening at this industrial bistro will bring you comfort food, small plates and a long wine list that you will have loads of fun tasting your way through. The menu features plenty of options for every type and there’s even a sizable selection of eco-friendly tap wines for when you just need the goods.
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Little Death
2357 N St. Mary's, instagram.com/littledeathwine
A recent addition to SA’s wine scene, the St. Mary’s Strip joint is just what the neighborhood needed. This spot is all about enjoying wine – either by the glass or the bottle – at an affordable price. There’s even a snack bar that include cheese options. So, round up the gang and decide which bottle you want to share tonight.
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Battalion
604 S Alamo St, (210) 816-0088
This hot spot (pun intended) for Italian fare is sought after for pasta dishes, as well as for its wine program. The restored firehouse offers a stylish option for wine lovers who want plenty of options and want to be adventurous when filling their glass.
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Signature
16401 La Cantera Pkwy, (210) 247-0176, lacanteraresort.com
Complete your fine dining experience with a glass – or bottle if you’re celebrating – at this beautiful La Cantera spot. With a focus on French and Texan fare, Chef Andrew Weissman’s menu is complemented by an array of both affordable and more extravagant wines, split into categories by taste and type.
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