It’s a longtime Alamo City ritual to swig from a longneck on the breezy patio of a neighborhood icehouse. But there’s also a venerable tradition of bellying up at classy downtown drinking spots where impeccably dressed barkeeps pour special-occasion cocktails.
San Antonio’s bar scene is no one thing, and it’s ever-expanding. Which is why the Current has compiled its first list of our 100 favorite bars. They run the gamut from dingy dives and funky neighborhood haunts to revered downtown destinations and outposts of creative mixology. And, well, pretty much anything in between.
We hope to make this an annual affair, assuming our livers hold out. We had fun doing the research, and we’re guessing you’ll also stumble upon good times as you explore those that are new to you. Just remember, this isn’t a ranked list — our choices are compiled in alphabetical order.
Of course, you may grit your teeth in anger a few times when you discover personal favorites that didn’t make the list. Believe us, it was tough to narrow the array down to 100. We had to make tough choices — and there’s always next year.
Given the explosion in local brewing and distilling operations, we opted to include some of those as well. Again, it was difficult narrowing them down. Those that made the list did so because of the unique quality of their bar experience, and it’s not a knock on the quality of the beer or spirits of those that didn’t.
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The 100 best bars in San Antonio 2021
By San Antonio Current Staff on Thu, Dec 16, 2021 at 10:21 am
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1. 2015 Place
This longtime LGBTQ+ nightspot on San Pedro Avenue has more of a neighborhood dive vibe than the sparkly spots on the Main Drag. And that's kinda the best thing about it. The drinks are cheap, the bartenders are on their game and folks are friendly. Throw in thumping music, a relaxing patio, a mirrored dance floor and diversions including darts and pool and you've got the makings of a great night of inclusive fun that's off the beaten path — well, by a few blocks, anyway. 2015 San Pedro Ave., (210) 733-3365, 2015-place.business.site.
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This longtime LGBTQ+ nightspot on San Pedro Avenue has more of a neighborhood dive vibe than the sparkly spots on the Main Drag. And that's kinda the best thing about it. The drinks are cheap, the bartenders are on their game and folks are friendly. Throw in thumping music, a relaxing patio, a mirrored dance floor and diversions including darts and pool and you've got the makings of a great night of inclusive fun that's off the beaten path — well, by a few blocks, anyway. 2015 San Pedro Ave., (210) 733-3365, 2015-place.business.site.
Photo by Sanford Nowlin
2. 502 Bar
This bar-slash-venue was a welcome addition to the U.S. Highway 281 corridor, where options for musical entertainment, especially of the original variety, haven't always been plentiful. With a diverse booking policy and a pro-level sound system, the 502 has lasted in the live music game because it does things right. Throw in roughly 30 or so beer taps, mostly dedicated to craft brews, and dedicated open mic and karaoke nights, and you've got plenty of reasons to keep coming back. 502 Embassy Oaks, (210) 257-8125, 502bar.com.
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This bar-slash-venue was a welcome addition to the U.S. Highway 281 corridor, where options for musical entertainment, especially of the original variety, haven't always been plentiful. With a diverse booking policy and a pro-level sound system, the 502 has lasted in the live music game because it does things right. Throw in roughly 30 or so beer taps, mostly dedicated to craft brews, and dedicated open mic and karaoke nights, and you've got plenty of reasons to keep coming back. 502 Embassy Oaks, (210) 257-8125, 502bar.com.
Photo via Instagram / cycliciousb
3. Alibis Sports & Spirits
You'll find 70 varieties of beer at St. Paul Square outpost Alibis, but something you won't find is tourists. If you're downtown and want to imbibe where locals and service industry folks alike hang out, this is that spot. The drinks are cheap, the front yard offers a relaxing space for people watching, and live acts, open-mic nights and karaoke provide background din. For college football fans, Alamodome-adjacent Alibis is a no-brainer for pre-tailgate drinks. 1141 E. Commerce St., (210) 225-5552, facebook.com/alibissportsandspirits.
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You'll find 70 varieties of beer at St. Paul Square outpost Alibis, but something you won't find is tourists. If you're downtown and want to imbibe where locals and service industry folks alike hang out, this is that spot. The drinks are cheap, the front yard offers a relaxing space for people watching, and live acts, open-mic nights and karaoke provide background din. For college football fans, Alamodome-adjacent Alibis is a no-brainer for pre-tailgate drinks. 1141 E. Commerce St., (210) 225-5552, facebook.com/alibissportsandspirits.
Photo via Instagram / fatsauceband
4. Amor Eterno
This Southtown spot helmed by Brian Correa and Aaron Peña — proprietors of iconic Bar America and the Squeezebox respectively — debuted last New Year's Eve and immediately grabbed attention with its elevated cocktails and a sexy ambiance. Billed as a love letter to puro San Antonio cultura, the bar is small but bursting with personality. Aside from the inventive cocktails — try the tequila-heavy Chile Girl — the inviting and intimate space is an homage to our city's old school vibes. Custom wallpaper, velvet wall treatments and cozy nooks make for an ambiance that accommodates date night or after-dinner nightcaps. 540 S. Presa St., facebook.com/Amor-Eterno-104928765099182.
Photo courtesy of Amor Eterno
This Southtown spot helmed by Brian Correa and Aaron Peña — proprietors of iconic Bar America and the Squeezebox respectively — debuted last New Year's Eve and immediately grabbed attention with its elevated cocktails and a sexy ambiance. Billed as a love letter to puro San Antonio cultura, the bar is small but bursting with personality. Aside from the inventive cocktails — try the tequila-heavy Chile Girl — the inviting and intimate space is an homage to our city's old school vibes. Custom wallpaper, velvet wall treatments and cozy nooks make for an ambiance that accommodates date night or after-dinner nightcaps. 540 S. Presa St., facebook.com/Amor-Eterno-104928765099182.
Photo courtesy of Amor Eterno
5. The Bang Bang Bar
Opened in 2016 by two members of the band Girl in Coma — the ones who went on to form FEA, for those keeping score at home — made an immediate splash with its vintage furnishings, inclusive atmosphere and creative drinks. Six years on, there's still plenty to love about this welcoming spot that works equally well as a live-music venue, a place to sink into a well-loved couch for conversation over cocktails or a place to get in some competitive Skee Ball or pool hustling. 119 El Mio Dr., (210) 320-1187, thebangbangbartx.com.
Photo by Julian Ledezma
Opened in 2016 by two members of the band Girl in Coma — the ones who went on to form FEA, for those keeping score at home — made an immediate splash with its vintage furnishings, inclusive atmosphere and creative drinks. Six years on, there's still plenty to love about this welcoming spot that works equally well as a live-music venue, a place to sink into a well-loved couch for conversation over cocktails or a place to get in some competitive Skee Ball or pool hustling. 119 El Mio Dr., (210) 320-1187, thebangbangbartx.com.
Photo by Julian Ledezma
6. Bar 1919
San Antonio's had a boom in swanky cocktail spots, but this Blue Star Arts Complex stalwart remains a high-water mark. The basement speakeasy feel is spot on, and you'd be hard-pressed to find a more robust list of Scotch and bourbon pretty much anywhere, which is humorously highlighted by their snub of vodka — you'll only find a single brand. Rounding it all out, the impeccably dressed bar staff know their stuff without feeling the need to get all snobby about it. So there. 1420 S. Alamo St., (210) 227-1420, bar1919.com.
Photo via Instagram / sacurrent
San Antonio's had a boom in swanky cocktail spots, but this Blue Star Arts Complex stalwart remains a high-water mark. The basement speakeasy feel is spot on, and you'd be hard-pressed to find a more robust list of Scotch and bourbon pretty much anywhere, which is humorously highlighted by their snub of vodka — you'll only find a single brand. Rounding it all out, the impeccably dressed bar staff know their stuff without feeling the need to get all snobby about it. So there. 1420 S. Alamo St., (210) 227-1420, bar1919.com.
Photo via Instagram / sacurrent
7. Bar 601 at the Tower of the Americas
Soaring 750 feet above the Alamo City, Bar 601's key attraction is its killer view. Snag a bar seat in the stationary lounge while the attached restaurant rotates slowly, giving diners a panoramic view of the cityscape. Whether you're showing out-of-towners the lay of the land or wooing a new potential boo, the visuals make for an icebreaker that's hard to beat. Sip on a well-balanced pomegranate martini or a glass of wine while you try to spot your favorite landmarks from the sky. 739 E. César E. Chávez Blvd., (210) 223-3101, toweroftheamericas.com.
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Soaring 750 feet above the Alamo City, Bar 601's key attraction is its killer view. Snag a bar seat in the stationary lounge while the attached restaurant rotates slowly, giving diners a panoramic view of the cityscape. Whether you're showing out-of-towners the lay of the land or wooing a new potential boo, the visuals make for an icebreaker that's hard to beat. Sip on a well-balanced pomegranate martini or a glass of wine while you try to spot your favorite landmarks from the sky. 739 E. César E. Chávez Blvd., (210) 223-3101, toweroftheamericas.com.
Photo via Instagram / cease_dls
8. Bar America
Yes, many of us miss the old Bar America with its scarred Formica tabletops, disintegrating flooring and abuelitas serving cold beers. Yes, many of us were saddened when the place got fixed up and lost some of its puro funky charm. That said, it's still a prime place to drop in for a post-dinner, post-art walk, post-whatever tipple. With 25 beers on tap, a full kitchen and an eclectic crowd fitting of its downtown-meets-Southtown location, Bar America remains a worthy drinking destination 80 years into its history. 723 S. Alamo St., (210) 223-1285, facebook/baramericasatx.
Photo via Instagram / baramerica_satx
Yes, many of us miss the old Bar America with its scarred Formica tabletops, disintegrating flooring and abuelitas serving cold beers. Yes, many of us were saddened when the place got fixed up and lost some of its puro funky charm. That said, it's still a prime place to drop in for a post-dinner, post-art walk, post-whatever tipple. With 25 beers on tap, a full kitchen and an eclectic crowd fitting of its downtown-meets-Southtown location, Bar America remains a worthy drinking destination 80 years into its history. 723 S. Alamo St., (210) 223-1285, facebook/baramericasatx.
Photo via Instagram / baramerica_satx
9. The Bar at Bohanan's
The clubby, library-looking bar inside the downtown steakhouse with an eclectic and timeless sonic playlist is San Antonio bar royalty. Many of the city's most lauded mixologists have done a stint behind the stick here, and the cocktail menu, organized not by spirit type but preparation method — stirred, shaken, tall with soda, crushed ice and the like — still whispers of the bar's early consultant, late cocktail guru Sasha Petraske. Classic drinks that any bartender worth his or her salted rim would know aren't listed, but if you ask for a martini, institutional memory will produce a Hoffman House — stirred, with gin, of course. And it will be one of the city's best. 219 E. Houston St., #275, (210) 472-2600, bohanans.com.
Photo via Facebook / Bohanans
The clubby, library-looking bar inside the downtown steakhouse with an eclectic and timeless sonic playlist is San Antonio bar royalty. Many of the city's most lauded mixologists have done a stint behind the stick here, and the cocktail menu, organized not by spirit type but preparation method — stirred, shaken, tall with soda, crushed ice and the like — still whispers of the bar's early consultant, late cocktail guru Sasha Petraske. Classic drinks that any bartender worth his or her salted rim would know aren't listed, but if you ask for a martini, institutional memory will produce a Hoffman House — stirred, with gin, of course. And it will be one of the city's best. 219 E. Houston St., #275, (210) 472-2600, bohanans.com.
Photo via Facebook / Bohanans
10. Bar du Mon Ami
This unassuming Alamo Heights-area drinkery offers cozy neighborhood bar vibes with an emphasis on "cozy." The narrow, dimly-lit bar is home to personable bartenders, extensive spirits offerings and unexpected music selections — all of which add to the draw. After a brief but harrowing brush with closure amid the COVID-19 pandemic, Bar du Mon Ami has risen from uncertainty to solidify its place as a must-visit for local cocktail aficionados. Don't be afraid to order a classic cocktail here — the folks behind the bar know their stuff, from the Aviation to Vieux Carré. 4901 Broadway, (210) 822-3253, instagram.com/bardumonami.
Photo via Instagram / bardumonami
This unassuming Alamo Heights-area drinkery offers cozy neighborhood bar vibes with an emphasis on "cozy." The narrow, dimly-lit bar is home to personable bartenders, extensive spirits offerings and unexpected music selections — all of which add to the draw. After a brief but harrowing brush with closure amid the COVID-19 pandemic, Bar du Mon Ami has risen from uncertainty to solidify its place as a must-visit for local cocktail aficionados. Don't be afraid to order a classic cocktail here — the folks behind the bar know their stuff, from the Aviation to Vieux Carré. 4901 Broadway, (210) 822-3253, instagram.com/bardumonami.
Photo via Instagram / bardumonami
11. Bar Loretta
This hotly anticipated eatery specializes in modern Lone Star State cuisine such as peach-glazed Texas quail, chili-lime Brussels sprouts and Texas goat cheese polenta bites. Beyond the elevated fare, this collaboration between SA natives Roger Herr and Paul Petersen is worth visiting for its craft cocktails and for the ambiance of its swankily revamped Southtown space that previously housed Madhatter's Tea House. When bellying up, note the impressive whiskey selection and let the bartenders guide you through the offerings — trust us on this. Whiskey novices and pros alike will find something delectable to sip. 320 Beauregard St., (210) 757-3607, barloretta.com.
Photo by Richard Casteel
This hotly anticipated eatery specializes in modern Lone Star State cuisine such as peach-glazed Texas quail, chili-lime Brussels sprouts and Texas goat cheese polenta bites. Beyond the elevated fare, this collaboration between SA natives Roger Herr and Paul Petersen is worth visiting for its craft cocktails and for the ambiance of its swankily revamped Southtown space that previously housed Madhatter's Tea House. When bellying up, note the impressive whiskey selection and let the bartenders guide you through the offerings — trust us on this. Whiskey novices and pros alike will find something delectable to sip. 320 Beauregard St., (210) 757-3607, barloretta.com.
Photo by Richard Casteel
12. Barbaro
Barbaro: it's not just for pizza anymore. Not that it ever was. The cocktails at this friendly neighborhood joint are just inventive enough, and well priced to boot, especially during the "best damn" daily happy hour and the even more-attractive after-10 p.m. menu with $5 drinks and $3 slices. From the $10 cocktail list, take a close look at the Man About Town, a riff on the Manhattan with spicy rye and bitter Cynar. The $15 list puts the emphasis on top-shelf booze, so you might as well go straight for an Army Navy with navy-strength gin and orgeat. 2720 McCullough Ave., (210) 320-2261, barbarosanantonio.com.
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Barbaro: it's not just for pizza anymore. Not that it ever was. The cocktails at this friendly neighborhood joint are just inventive enough, and well priced to boot, especially during the "best damn" daily happy hour and the even more-attractive after-10 p.m. menu with $5 drinks and $3 slices. From the $10 cocktail list, take a close look at the Man About Town, a riff on the Manhattan with spicy rye and bitter Cynar. The $15 list puts the emphasis on top-shelf booze, so you might as well go straight for an Army Navy with navy-strength gin and orgeat. 2720 McCullough Ave., (210) 320-2261, barbarosanantonio.com.
Photo via Instagram / sanantonioexplorer
13. The Base Line
Although the name suggests this might be a sports bar where Rangers or Astros fans congregate, it's actually a military-friendly hangout just outside of Fort Sam. Get it? Yeah, figured you did. Vintage recruitment posters adorn the walls, and the room housing the pool tables is outfitted like a tent stenciled with military jargon. While the place was once featured on the Paramount Network's Bar Rescue, whatever fanciness Jon Taffer tried to bring to the place didn't stick. Which is why we like it. Regardless of whether you've served, the Base Line is worth saluting as a low-key neighborhood drinking hole that gets it right. 1139 Harry Wurzbach Road, (210) 930-6612, thebaselinebar.com.
Photo by Sanford Nowlin
Although the name suggests this might be a sports bar where Rangers or Astros fans congregate, it's actually a military-friendly hangout just outside of Fort Sam. Get it? Yeah, figured you did. Vintage recruitment posters adorn the walls, and the room housing the pool tables is outfitted like a tent stenciled with military jargon. While the place was once featured on the Paramount Network's Bar Rescue, whatever fanciness Jon Taffer tried to bring to the place didn't stick. Which is why we like it. Regardless of whether you've served, the Base Line is worth saluting as a low-key neighborhood drinking hole that gets it right. 1139 Harry Wurzbach Road, (210) 930-6612, thebaselinebar.com.
Photo by Sanford Nowlin
14. Beethoven Maennerchor
Over recent years, the home of this 154-year-old German singing society has become much more than just a cultural heritage gathering place. The Beethoven's biergarten and bar have been open for special events such as Oktoberfest and Fiesta Gartenfest for decades, but many Southtown residents and others from around the city have found a friendly gathering place at the one-time members-only bar Tuesday through Saturday. German beer shares tap and cooler space with domestics and craft beer favorites served up by the pint or pitcher. As a bonus, you can hear the choir practice German beerfest classics on Tuesdays and the large brass band work on their repertoire on Wednesdays in the hall next to the bar. 422 Pereida St., (210) 222-1521, southtownbeethoven.com.
Photo via Facebook / the.Beethoven
Over recent years, the home of this 154-year-old German singing society has become much more than just a cultural heritage gathering place. The Beethoven's biergarten and bar have been open for special events such as Oktoberfest and Fiesta Gartenfest for decades, but many Southtown residents and others from around the city have found a friendly gathering place at the one-time members-only bar Tuesday through Saturday. German beer shares tap and cooler space with domestics and craft beer favorites served up by the pint or pitcher. As a bonus, you can hear the choir practice German beerfest classics on Tuesdays and the large brass band work on their repertoire on Wednesdays in the hall next to the bar. 422 Pereida St., (210) 222-1521, southtownbeethoven.com.
Photo via Facebook / the.Beethoven
15. Blue Bonnet Palace
The reincarnation of Blue Bonnet Palace, just a stone's throw from the original 1978 location on Interstate 35 in Selma, is where you'll find gimme caps, cowboy hats, tight jeans, short shorts and longnecks. Mixed drinks, shots and beers fuel the movement on indoor and outdoor dance floors. An outdoor concert venue can handle more than 2,000 people for the shows Friday and Saturday, which run 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. What's more, the Palace boasts two restaurants, Blue Pit Smokehouse and Fajitas & Margaritas Cantina, which serve Tuesday through Saturday. 17630 Lookout Road, Selma, (210) 651-6702, bluebonnetpalace.com.
Photo via Instagram / bluebonnetpalace
The reincarnation of Blue Bonnet Palace, just a stone's throw from the original 1978 location on Interstate 35 in Selma, is where you'll find gimme caps, cowboy hats, tight jeans, short shorts and longnecks. Mixed drinks, shots and beers fuel the movement on indoor and outdoor dance floors. An outdoor concert venue can handle more than 2,000 people for the shows Friday and Saturday, which run 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. What's more, the Palace boasts two restaurants, Blue Pit Smokehouse and Fajitas & Margaritas Cantina, which serve Tuesday through Saturday. 17630 Lookout Road, Selma, (210) 651-6702, bluebonnetpalace.com.
Photo via Instagram / bluebonnetpalace
16. Blue Box Bar
Those who remember Blue Box's early days may recall fancy AF cocktails with ingredient lists as long as your arm. These days, the vibe of the drinkery has mellowed, offering a more approachable experience. You'll find all manner of drinker in this place, from young professionals to, well, old professionals — and everyone in between. Bartenders are friendly and knowledgeable, no matter what your preferred poison. It's Pearl location also makes it a convenient stop for an after-dinner or -work beer, wine or cocktails. Blue Box even offers happy hour pricing all day on Sunday and Monday. 312 Pearl Parkway, (210) 227-2583, blueboxbar.com.
Photo via Instagram / blueboxbar
Those who remember Blue Box's early days may recall fancy AF cocktails with ingredient lists as long as your arm. These days, the vibe of the drinkery has mellowed, offering a more approachable experience. You'll find all manner of drinker in this place, from young professionals to, well, old professionals — and everyone in between. Bartenders are friendly and knowledgeable, no matter what your preferred poison. It's Pearl location also makes it a convenient stop for an after-dinner or -work beer, wine or cocktails. Blue Box even offers happy hour pricing all day on Sunday and Monday. 312 Pearl Parkway, (210) 227-2583, blueboxbar.com.
Photo via Instagram / blueboxbar
17. Bombay Bicycle Club
This beer-and-burgers institution has been serving since 1973, with plans to open a second location at Hemisfair this summer. What we love about this spot, though, is the array of local beer and refreshing Ranch Water cocktails that help to beat the heat when the temperatures soar. During the COVID-19 crisis, the St. Mary's Street staple debuted a spacious outdoor seating area dubbed the Oak Room. AstroTurf, hanging lanterns and enough seating to effectively double the establishment's capacity make it a great after-work hangout with plenty of shade. 3506 N. St Mary's St., (210) 737-2411, bombaybicyclelubsa.com.
Photo via Instagram / bombays_sa
This beer-and-burgers institution has been serving since 1973, with plans to open a second location at Hemisfair this summer. What we love about this spot, though, is the array of local beer and refreshing Ranch Water cocktails that help to beat the heat when the temperatures soar. During the COVID-19 crisis, the St. Mary's Street staple debuted a spacious outdoor seating area dubbed the Oak Room. AstroTurf, hanging lanterns and enough seating to effectively double the establishment's capacity make it a great after-work hangout with plenty of shade. 3506 N. St Mary's St., (210) 737-2411, bombaybicyclelubsa.com.
Photo via Instagram / bombays_sa
18. Bond's 007
San Antonio is still the Heavy Metal Capital of the World at this inviting downtown bar-slash-music venue. Rock memorabilia adorns pretty much every inch of Bond's downstairs bar, and the drinks are cheap. Meanwhile, the upstairs concert space, which features a blow-your-hair-back sound system, hosts performances by local and touring metal acts. If anyone still needs to check Bond's metal bonafides, the space hosted the Iron Maiden Fan Club's pre- and post-show gathering the last time the long-running British metal act blew through town, drawing fans from nearly a dozen countries. 450 Soledad St., (210) 225-0007, bondsrockbar.com.
Photo via Google Maps
San Antonio is still the Heavy Metal Capital of the World at this inviting downtown bar-slash-music venue. Rock memorabilia adorns pretty much every inch of Bond's downstairs bar, and the drinks are cheap. Meanwhile, the upstairs concert space, which features a blow-your-hair-back sound system, hosts performances by local and touring metal acts. If anyone still needs to check Bond's metal bonafides, the space hosted the Iron Maiden Fan Club's pre- and post-show gathering the last time the long-running British metal act blew through town, drawing fans from nearly a dozen countries. 450 Soledad St., (210) 225-0007, bondsrockbar.com.
Photo via Google Maps
19. Bonham Exchange
The undeniable grande dame of San Antonio's LGBTQ+ nightlife scene, the Bonham Exchange opened in 1981 in the historic confines of a late 19th-century German athletic club. The flamboyant brainchild of late local legend Arthur "Happy" Veltman, the sprawling multilevel club boasts numerous bars, a spacious patio and what's arguably the city's most beloved dance floor. Treated to a tasteful renovation during a 16-month COVID closure, the fiercely inclusive hotspot is looking mighty fine at 40 — hosting top-notch drag entertainment in its storied ballroom and welcoming a mixed crowd for dancing and budget cocktails on weekend nights. 411 Bonham St., (210) 224-9219, bonhamexchange.com.
Photo by Jaime Monzon
The undeniable grande dame of San Antonio's LGBTQ+ nightlife scene, the Bonham Exchange opened in 1981 in the historic confines of a late 19th-century German athletic club. The flamboyant brainchild of late local legend Arthur "Happy" Veltman, the sprawling multilevel club boasts numerous bars, a spacious patio and what's arguably the city's most beloved dance floor. Treated to a tasteful renovation during a 16-month COVID closure, the fiercely inclusive hotspot is looking mighty fine at 40 — hosting top-notch drag entertainment in its storied ballroom and welcoming a mixed crowd for dancing and budget cocktails on weekend nights. 411 Bonham St., (210) 224-9219, bonhamexchange.com.
Photo by Jaime Monzon
20. Broadway 5050
We're not sure we fully get the evolution of this decades-old Broadway fixture's interior, which has steadily moved away from the deco vibe that makes its exterior so charming. Just the same, it remains a fascinating place to people-watch. On any given night you're likely to see businessmen trying to make a deal over martinis at one end of the bar and college students playing slap and tickle down at the other. Despite its Alamo Heights location, the vibe is decidedly un-snooty, and the burgers are worthy of their loyal following. 5050 Broadway, (210) 832-0050, broadway5050.com.
Photo by Sanford Nowlin
We're not sure we fully get the evolution of this decades-old Broadway fixture's interior, which has steadily moved away from the deco vibe that makes its exterior so charming. Just the same, it remains a fascinating place to people-watch. On any given night you're likely to see businessmen trying to make a deal over martinis at one end of the bar and college students playing slap and tickle down at the other. Despite its Alamo Heights location, the vibe is decidedly un-snooty, and the burgers are worthy of their loyal following. 5050 Broadway, (210) 832-0050, broadway5050.com.
Photo by Sanford Nowlin
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