COCKTAIL BARS SAN ANTONIO

Cellar Mixology is a craft cocktail bar located in downtown San Antonio that emphasizes mixology craftsmanship and education. The establishment offers mixology classes for patrons interested in learning bartending techniques, making it both a destination for enjoying expertly crafted cocktails and an educational venue. The bar features special promotions including Friday pricing specials from 6-9 PM with discounted beers and specialty drinks. The venue maintains an upscale, aesthetic-focused environment showcased through a curated photo gallery and accommodates private events through their event planning partnerships. Cellar Mixology caters to cocktail enthusiasts seeking a refined bar experience that values skill, creativity, and knowledge-sharing in an accessible setting.

Jazz, TX is a music venue and cocktail bar created by local bandleader Doc Watkins, combining the class of an upscale jazz club with the grit of a Texas dance hall. Located at 312 Pearl Parkway, Building 6, Suite 6001 in a basement space at the historic Pearl, Jazz, TX celebrates the broad spectrum of South Texas music including jazz, blues, Texas swing, and salsa. The full kitchen features South Texas cuisine, while the bar offers craft cocktails, wine, and Texas beers on tap. Open Tuesday-Thursday 5:30 PM to 10 PM and Friday-Saturday 5:30 PM to midnight, the venue features nightly performances by regional musicians and Doc himself, creating a lively atmosphere that blends live music, dancing, and cocktails in an unpretentious setting.

Sternewirth is Hotel Emma's dramatic bar and clubroom located at 136 East Grayson Street in the historic Pearl district. A 25-foot vaulted ceiling soars over intimate groupings of sofas, easy chairs, and banquettes arranged to encourage conversation, celebration, and business dealings. Three enormous cast-iron fermentation tanks, outfitted with pillow-covered banquettes and low tables, provide intimate spaces to enjoy craft cocktails, beer, or wine. The bar serves classic cocktails made without gimmicks alongside hearty small plates and live music performances. Named for the Sternewirth Privilege, which entitled 19th-century brewery employees to free beer during workdays, the venue carries forward that tradition of conviviality. Walk-ins welcome; open for reservations and service.

The Moon's Daughters is an enchanting rooftop lounge and bar on the 20th floor of the Thompson San Antonio Riverwalk, located at 115 Lexington Avenue. Surrounded by 360-degree views of the San Antonio skyline, the spacious venue blends dining tables with comfortable lounge spots in an indoor-outdoor layout. Guests can relax in cozy covered seating or open-air perches that frame twinkling city lights below. The bar serves expertly crafted signature cocktails like 'Moon over Morocco' featuring Texas-made bourbon, along with draft beers and wines. The kitchen offers Mediterranean-inspired bites ranging from shareables to kebabs, burgers, and build-your-own mezze options. The venue's design, inspired by the Greek goddess of the moon, delivers elegance and panoramic atmosphere for refined evening experiences.

Bar 1919 is a prohibition-era themed whiskey bar located in San Antonio's Blue Star Complex, designed as a hidden speakeasy accessible down a dimly lit flight of stairs. The venue boasts one of the largest selections of spirits in the nation, with particular emphasis on whiskey varieties curated for connoisseurs. Expert mixologists create artfully crafted cocktails in an elegant 1920s-inspired setting that evokes the refined ambiance of speakeasy lounges. Bar 1919 hosts regular programming including Happy Hour, Whiskey Wednesday tastings, weekend brunch service, and Third Thursday tasting events. The establishment maintains a refined dress code and positions itself as an elevated destination for those seeking sophisticated craft cocktails in an immersive historical atmosphere.

Amor Eterno is a craft cocktail bar concept located in San Antonio's Southtown neighborhood at 540 South Presa Street, positioned behind the historic Bar America. Co-owned by bar veteran Aaron Peña, the venue features a thoughtfully designed space combining eclectic decor with cozy seating arrangements reminiscent of a grandmother's living room. Dim enchanting lighting and candlelit fragrance set the perfect backdrop for relaxation. The cocktail menu emphasizes local flavors, while food offerings developed in partnership with the popular ¡Bucho! pop-up concept include ceviche wonton tacos, hot chicken tacos, and Tejano Cubano. Open Wednesday through Saturday 6 PM to 2 AM and Sunday 3 PM to midnight, with weekday happy hour from 5-7 PM.

Cellar Mixology is a unique speakeasy concept located at 1142 East Commerce Street in Downtown San Antonio's St. Paul's Square. The basement walls date back to the 1920s, transforming the venue into an authentic historical space. Hidden behind a restaurant above or accessible via a discreet street-side door, Cellar Mixology specializes in expertly crafted cocktails and mesmerizing mixology accompanied by live music performances. The cocktail menu features sodium alginate-based spherifications alongside classic drinks like mojitos and spicy cucumber margaritas shaped into spheres. Open Wednesday through Saturday from 5 PM to 2 AM, the venue captures the intrigue of Prohibition-era speakeasies with craft technique and ambiance that captivates the senses.

Downstairs at the Esquire Tavern is a sophisticated speakeasy-lounge located at 155 East Commerce Street, accessible by a candlelit staircase leading down from the Esquire Tavern above. Since opening in September 2016, the venue has offered an expertly curated wine, beer, and sherry list alongside oysters, house-cured meats, and cheeses. Intricate wood carvings divide the intimate downstairs into two dining rooms with carefully controlled lighting. The space features capacity for 15 guests, plus two semi-private lounges accommodating 30 each. Open Wednesday through Friday 5 PM to midnight/2 AM and Saturday from 6 PM onward, Downstairs specializes in sherry, bubbles, and charcuterie in a refined late-night setting.

Hugman's Oasis is San Antonio's only tiki bar on the River Walk, located at 135 East Commerce. The venue serves as an immersive gateway to the South Pacific, offering handcrafted exotic cocktails, rum flights, and island snacks in a vibrant tiki atmosphere. Drinks are made with housemade mixers and hand-sliced garnishes prepared beforehand to maintain craft quality with efficient service. Popular offerings include the Daily Daiquiri, Mai Tai, and Martinique Fashioned, crafted with traditional and unique tiki recipes featuring fresh fruit flavors and dramatic presentations. Open daily from 4 PM, Hugman's Oasis delivers a fun and transportive tropical experience with a lively atmosphere that appeals to date-night diners and cocktail enthusiasts seeking vibrant, island-inspired flavors.

La Ruina was a cocktail bar honoring Tropical America, established by veteran bartenders Olaf Harmel and Gerry Shirley in the historic Robitzsch Brothers Grocery Store on San Antonio's Near East Side at 410 Austin Street. The carefully restored building reflected Old Havana, Colon Panama, and Salvador, Brasil, maintaining worn details of its many years of use. The menu featured novel and classic cocktails from the region with a spirits collection focused on fine rums and agave spirits, including Latin American-originated specialties like mojitos and piña coladas. Crafted by mixologists with more than 20 years of combined experience, the venue embodied a romantic, classic elegance. Note: La Ruina is currently closed as of May 2026.

Merkaba is a cocktail lounge and nightclub located on San Antonio's Riverwalk that blends craft cocktails with live entertainment and cultural heritage. The venue features thematic design and drink selections rooted in San Antonio's deep history, creating a distinctive atmosphere enhanced by nightly performances from live music acts and DJs. The establishment offers two reservable lounges—the Grotto Lounge and Witch Doctor Lounge—plus additional spaces accommodating groups of 1-240 guests for events including birthday celebrations, corporate gatherings, and holiday parties. Operating Wednesday through Sunday from 7 PM to 2 AM with a smart casual dress code, Merkaba positions itself as San Antonio's premier nightlife destination combining sophisticated cocktails with energetic entertainment.

The Green Lantern is a speakeasy-inspired cocktail bar located in the Stone Oak area of San Antonio, operating since 2008 with a hidden location marked only by a green lantern above the door. The establishment captures the essence of 1920s prohibition culture with a basement setting featuring sophisticated ambiance rooted in Capone-era cellar hideouts. Expert mixologists craft classic cocktails and specialty drinks with knowledge of premium liquors and mixing techniques. The venue features live acoustic music on Fridays and Drunken Spelling Bees on Tuesdays, attracting diverse crowds with its combination of craft cocktails and entertainment. The speakeasy atmosphere and focus on classic cocktail culture make it a destination for those seeking an immersive, refined drinking experience.

The Pipe Corner is a welcoming cigar shop and cocktail bar located in San Antonio's Southtown district at 727 S Alamo Street, minutes from the River Walk. This venue combines a full-service bar with a curated selection of premium cigars, locally blended pipe tobacco, and fine spirits. Guests can enjoy handcrafted cocktails on a scenic patio that overlooks the Tower of the Americas, often accompanied by live music most weekends. The pet-friendly establishment creates a relaxed yet refined atmosphere where cigar enthusiasts and cocktail lovers converge for evening gatherings and social occasions.