Haunted San Antonio Bars and Restaurants That Are Equally Spooky and Boozy
By San Antonio Current Staff
It's no secret that San Antonio is a city that loves more than its fair share of all things creepy, ghoulish and scary, especially during Halloween and Dia de los Muertos season.
But, we're also a city that loves eating. And drinking. And especially doing both at the same time. Because what's better than sharing a round with some ghosts? Or breaking bread with some evil spirits?
Go for the trifecta and hit up these spots to truly get the best of both worlds.
Bar 414 at The Gunter Hotel 334 N. St. Mary’s St., (210) 585-9999, bar414.com
While having a cocktail at Bar 414 inside The Gunter Hotel, you might catch a glimpse of the phantom named Walter Emerick or the blonde woman he butchered. Emerick was found by a standing over a bloody bed with his finger to his lip insinuating to keep quiet. Emerick later committed suicide at the St. Anthony’s Hotel.
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Bar 414 at The Gunter Hotel 334 N. St. Mary’s St., (210) 585-9999, bar414.com
While having a cocktail at Bar 414 inside The Gunter Hotel, you might catch a glimpse of the phantom named Walter Emerick or the blonde woman he butchered. Emerick was found by a standing over a bloody bed with his finger to his lip insinuating to keep quiet. Emerick later committed suicide at the St. Anthony’s Hotel.
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Ernie’s Bar at the Crockett Hotel 320 Bonham, (210) 225-6500, crocketthotel.com
If you are willing to have a drink with Davy Crockett’s ghost, Ernie’s Bar is the place to do so. It is said that many who fought for Texas independence, including Crockett himself, roam the hotel to this day. What better way to get in touch with history than to drink with history itself, right?
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Ernie’s Bar at the Crockett Hotel 320 Bonham, (210) 225-6500, crocketthotel.com
If you are willing to have a drink with Davy Crockett’s ghost, Ernie’s Bar is the place to do so. It is said that many who fought for Texas independence, including Crockett himself, roam the hotel to this day. What better way to get in touch with history than to drink with history itself, right?
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Colonial Room at The Menger 204 Alamo Plaza, (210) 223-4361, mengerhotel.com
The Menger Hotel is rumored to be haunted by more than 40 ghostly spirits. One particular spirit, a little girl named Sarah, is supposedly drawn to the hotel’s restaurant, Colonial Room. The girl is said to have been trampled by a horse outside the hotel, and known for whispering guest’s names in their ear while enjoying their meals.
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Colonial Room at The Menger 204 Alamo Plaza, (210) 223-4361, mengerhotel.com
The Menger Hotel is rumored to be haunted by more than 40 ghostly spirits. One particular spirit, a little girl named Sarah, is supposedly drawn to the hotel’s restaurant, Colonial Room. The girl is said to have been trampled by a horse outside the hotel, and known for whispering guest’s names in their ear while enjoying their meals.
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Rebelle Bar at St. Anthony Hotel 300 E. Travis St., (210) 227-4392, thestanthonyhotel.com
If you like a lady in red, then you’ll love the paranormal spirit supposedly haunting the women’s restroom at Rebelle within the St. Anthony Hotel. When washing their hands, female guests have witnessed a woman in a red dress run into a stall with heels tapping the floors only to slowly fade away. This lady in red is said to have died of a heart attack shortly after her restroom break. Her blind date must have been terrible.
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Rebelle Bar at St. Anthony Hotel 300 E. Travis St., (210) 227-4392, thestanthonyhotel.com
If you like a lady in red, then you’ll love the paranormal spirit supposedly haunting the women’s restroom at Rebelle within the St. Anthony Hotel. When washing their hands, female guests have witnessed a woman in a red dress run into a stall with heels tapping the floors only to slowly fade away. This lady in red is said to have died of a heart attack shortly after her restroom break. Her blind date must have been terrible.
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Grey Moss Inn 19010 Scenic Loop Road, (210) 695-8301, greymossrestauranthelotestx.com
Mary Howell, the owner of the former restaurant, died 11 days after she sold the Grey Moss Inn, where she had been living with her husband. She is said to be seen walking the halls of the dining room in a white dress and supposed whispers throughout the restaurant are believed to be that of Howell.
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Grey Moss Inn 19010 Scenic Loop Road, (210) 695-8301, greymossrestauranthelotestx.com
Mary Howell, the owner of the former restaurant, died 11 days after she sold the Grey Moss Inn, where she had been living with her husband. She is said to be seen walking the halls of the dining room in a white dress and supposed whispers throughout the restaurant are believed to be that of Howell.
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