The 100 best bars in San Antonio 2022

When the Current introduced its 100 Best Bars in San Antonio list in 2021, we received an onslaught of feedback. To be…

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79. RD Hidden Door Speakeasy

There's a certain je ne sais quoi about texting a random phone number for a secret password to enter a modern-day speakeasy. Sure, it's a little dramatic and theatrical — but what's wrong with that? Dark lights, gilded details, candles, an eclectic soundtrack and excellent cocktails await at this intimate, reservations-only spot where just 35 guests can imbibe at one time. Request a cozy seating area away from other patrons or snag seats up at the bar to watch the masters at work. 8400 N. New Braunfels Ave., (210) 605-2292, mixed4u.com. 
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Essential San Antonio patios, where the food is as good as the ambiance

Not much good has come out of the COVID-19 pandemic, but one positive has been the uptick in patio dining across the…

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Beethoven Maennerchor
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. 
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The 100 best bars in San Antonio 2021

It’s a longtime Alamo City ritual to swig from a longneck on the breezy patio of a neighborhood icehouse. But there’s also…

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21. Bruno's Dive Bar

After the pandemic killed off a barbecue restaurant operated in this space by the owners of the nearby Friendly Spot, they reopened it and rechristened it with a nod to Bruno Dzanski, operator of B&D Ice House, which occupied the space from 1961 to 2014. With its back-to-basics approach and eccentric sense of décor, Bruno's hearkens back to the B&D days and ensures there's still at least one loveably grubby and downscale spot to drink at in the rapidly gentrifying Southtown neighborhood. 1004 S. Alamo St., (210) 225-9801, brunosdive.com. 

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These 25 San Antonio Spots Offer Patio Dining and Boozing Right Now

On a warm San Antonio day, it's hard to beat posting up on an airy patio with a frosty beverage — and…

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Burleson Yard Beer Garden
430 Austin St., (210) 354-3001, facebook.com/BurlesonYard
When Burleson Yard first opened, it made a splash on the scene with its huge array of activities such as a large play area for the kiddos, table tennis, hammocks, giant flat-screens and live music. As the name suggests, hopheads will be pleased with the large beer selection, and the frozen drinks tend to be a big hit as well. 
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Where to Find Weekend Happy Hours in San Antonio

Who doesn't love drinking for cheap? Whether you're looking for a spot to celebrate Sunday Funday, or you're looking to go out…

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Barbaro
2720 McCullough Ave, (210) 320-2261, barbarosanantonio.com
Barbaro comes in clutch with its happy hour specials every day of the week. Yes, even the weekends. From 3 to 6 p.m. you can save some bucks on select beer, well drinks, cocktails and wines. More bucks for pizza!
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25 Food & Drink Events Happening in San Antonio This Season

There are so many opportunities to try different types of foods and drinks outside of restaurants – and what's better than trying…

By San Antonio Current Staff, Gabriella Pawelek

Taco Fest: Music y Más
$22-$77, April 13, noon, La Villita, 418 Villita St #9, tacomusicfest.com
If Taco Fest was heaven, San Antonians would go here. Essentially, Taco Fest is a place where a variety of taquerias, food trucks, and restaurants compete to have the best taco in town in various categories, like best breakfast tacos or best puffy tacos. Will your favorite taco win?
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24 Cheap Holiday Date Ideas for the Broke San Antonian

We know you're probably broke after all of that Christmas shopping that you definitely still aren't procrastinating on, as if you weren't…

By San Antonio Current Staff, Gabriella Pawelek

Ring in the new year together at Hemisfair
434 S Alamo St, Mon Dec. 31, 6pm-2am, visitsanantonio.com
Everyone’s looking forward to getting that midnight kiss at the start of the new year. Be sure to kick off 2019 right with a sweet kiss from your cupcake. With bands, DJs, and even a former Spur partying with all night long, 2019 will be a year you won’t forget.
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20 Actually Fun, Late-night Things to Do in San Antonio

We've all been in the spot, especially during this time of year, where it's suddenly nighttime and yet we're still not tired.…

By San Antonio Current Staff, Gabriella Pawelek

Main Event Entertainment
1911 N Loop 1604 East, (210) 305-5999, mainevent.com
With bowling, laser tag, arcade games, billiards, gravity ropes, karaoke, minigolf, rock climbing, and virtual reality, what doesn’t Main Event have? The only thing we can think of is an early closing time: they stay open until midnight on weekdays, and 2 a.m. on weekends.
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All the Beautiful People We Saw at Cocktail: The Event 2018

We had so much fun at our annual Cocktail: The Event! Thanks to everyone who joined us and got boozy!

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All the Beautiful People We Saw at Cocktail: The Event 2018
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10 Events & Deals Happening in San Antonio This Father's Day

This year, treat your old man (and the family) to something they'll actually enjoy. Here's a few ways to spend Father's Day…

By San Antonio Current Staff, Camille Sauers

Rosella at the Rand
114 E Houston St, (210) 595-1410, rosellacoffee.comFor the father who enjoys a nice standing base solo or believes that he can wail on the saxophone like a regular Bill Clinton, Rosella at the Rand will be offering a live jazz brunch complete with $1 bloody mary's for the man of the hour. (Limit of 1 BM per dad)
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19 Essential Cocktail Bars in San Antonio, Right Now

San Antonio’s craft cocktail game has grown exponentially in the last few years. With the San Antonio Cocktail Conference and more bartenders…

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Paramour
102 9th St., Suite 400, (210) 340-9880, paramourbar.com
Spend your Sunday Funday at Paramour which packs in serious cocktails with lots of fun be it through their burlesque, boylesque, drag shows or tea takeovers. Oh, and there’s a Möet Champagne dispenser for the ‘gram.
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Everything You Missed at the Opening Night of the San Antonio Cocktail Conference

While there's plenty of official SA Cocktail Conference events to check out, as well as a fair share of spillover events and…

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Everything You Missed at the Opening Night of the San Antonio Cocktail Conference
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18 Festive Treats in San Antonio to Get You Into the Spooky Spirit

October is enjoyed by many, for just as many different reasons. If you wait all year for pumpkin spice everything, or love…

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SA Buñuelo Co.
(210) 835-5137, sabuneloco.com
SA Buñuelo Co. has buñuelos shaped as creepy spiders and webs in purple, green, and orange that are sure to put you in the Halloween spirit. Visit them on Insta to place your order. 
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20 Tiny Bars in San Antonio You Should Be Spending More Time At

Big bars too overwhelming for you? Looking for a small, intimate watering hole for date night? Just trying to escape the weekend…

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Havana Bar 
    1015 Navarro St., (210) 222-2008, havanasanantonio.com
    Perhaps the most intimate of all the bars on this list, Havana Bar is all dim lights and cozy couches. We’re not here to give you ideas, but this tiny bar below the lively Ocho will. 
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20 Moments from Ash's Grand Opening Celebration

The basement bar is the latest from the folks behind Smoke:The Restaurant and includes a few bar snacks created by chef Brian…

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20 Moments from Ash's Grand Opening Celebration
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Tasty Moments from the 2016 Hot Wells Harvest Feast

06/15/2016 Photos by Andrew Lopez

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Tasty Moments from the 2016 Hot Wells Harvest Feast
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22 Places to Find an Excellent Wine Menu in San Antonio

Because we know that you want options when you wine and dine, we've pulled 22 San Antonio restaurants and bars that have…

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Zinc Bistro and Bar
    207 N Presa St, (210) 224-2900
    
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20 Local Spots to Sip Cocktails this Summer

Summer is here! And cocktails are on our mind. Here's 20 local spots with a strong cocktail game to quench your thirst.

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El Machito
    7300 Jones Maltsberger Rd, (210) 314-3971
     chefjohnnyhernandez.com/elmachito/ 
    From the chef who gave us La Gloria, El Machito offers a colorful drink menu made with the tastiest ingredients. 
    
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SA Cocktail Conference Sneak Peek

December 19, 2013 Photos by Joe Turner

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Photo by Joe Turner
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