Must-see nightlife in San Antonio

  • Friendly Spot Ice House

    San Antonio

    This place feels like a big neighborhood party where everyone is getting along. What could be more inviting than a pecan tree-shaded yard filled with…

  • The Cove

    San Antonio

    Live music is just part of the reason to hang out at this chill beer hall, which has more than 50 Texas beers on tap. The Cove is a unique combo of food…

  • Brooklynite

    San Antonio

    It’s not exactly hard to find beer or wine in San Antonio, but head here for a creative, handcrafted cocktail. Vintage wallpaper and wingback chairs give…

  • Southerleigh

    San Antonio

    The setting for this Pearl District hotspot is vintage industrial chic: this was once the historical Pearl Brewery. Today, excellent and varied house…

  • VFW Post 76

    San Antonio

    We're giving this hidden-away joint, on the River Walk near the Pearl development, a medal for outstanding service as a dive bar. But don't get us wrong –…

  • La Tuna Ice House

    San Antonio

    When the sun starts to set over Southtown, scoot down by the railroad tracks to this beloved watering hole for a few cold beers and nostalgic, school-size…

  • Menger Bar

    San Antonio

    More than 100 years ago, Teddy Roosevelt recruited Rough Riders from this bar – which, incidentally, was a replica of the House of Lords Pub in London. To…

  • Halcyon

    San Antonio

    With excellent coffees, creative cocktails and an inviting coffeehouse vibe (with outdoor seating as well), Halcyon makes a fine destination after a bike…

  • Flying Saucer Draught Emporium

    San Antonio

    More than 300 kinds of beer (from Abita Abbey Ale to Young's Double Chocolate Stout) make this place a beer-lover's paradise, as does the casual beer…

  • Bonham Exchange

    San Antonio

    There's plenty of room for everyone at the Bonham: although it's predominantly a gay bar, the sheer size of the place attracts a mixed crowd with drinking…

  • Bar du Mon Ami

    San Antonio

    A cozy little lounge in Alamo Heights with a subtle French flavor and a sprinkling of savoir faire. The barkeeps are friendly and they know their way…

  • Heat

    San Antonio

    This 18-and-up club is frequently open after hours, catering to a late-night crowd which comes for the huge dancefloor, techno music, theme nights and…

  • Drink Texas Bar

    San Antonio

    This downtown bar is a nice alternative to the madness of the River Walk. Small and laid-back with a lounge-style atmosphere, it's usually pretty chilled,…

  • Blue Star Brewing Company

    San Antonio

    See those great big brewing tanks behind the bar? That's your craft beer being made. The people-watching, the relaxed vibe and the location inside the…