As things move in the direction of a new normal, post-pandemic, the need for a good happy hour seems more prevalent than ever. I’ve always had my go-to spots but was pleasantly surprised to see there are many other seemingly delicious options. If you find yourself hankering for a good margarita or even looking for specials on some delicious sushi, you can find it in San Antonio. After polling fellow ACM Contributors and some Alamo City moms, I compiled the suggestions into this awesome list, which can be easily referenced for happy hour emergencies. While this list is far from exhaustive, it is definitely a good place to start.
Aldacos, 20079 Stone Oak Pkwy.
- Tuesday–Friday, 2:00–6:00 p.m.
- Snack and margarita specials
Barbaro, 2720 McCullough Ave.
- Every day, 4:00–6:00 p.m.
- Half-price cocktails, beer, and wine
Bohanan’s, 219 E Houston St.
- Monday–Friday, 5:00–7:00 p.m.
- Snack and drink specials
Burgerteca, 403 Blue Star, Suite 105
- Tuesday–Thursday, 2:00–6:00 p.m. & Friday–Saturday, 3:00–6:00 p.m.
- $5 house margaritas and select food items
Cherrity Bar, 302 Montana St.
- Tuesday–Friday, 5:00–7:00 p.m. & Saturday, 12:00–3:00 p.m.
- Half-price appetizers and discounted drink specials
Costa Pacifica, 434 N Loop 1604, Suite 2101
- Monday–Tuesday, all day & Wednesday–Friday, 3:00–6:00 p.m.
- $6 food specials and discounted select drinks
Cover 3, 1806 NW Loop 1604
- Weekdays, 4:00–7:00 p.m.
- $3 off shareables, $2 off cocktails, & $1 off wines by the glass and draft beers
Cured, 306 Pearl Parkway, Suite 101
- Every day, 3:00–6:00 p.m.
- 50¢ quail legs and select drink specials
El Jarro, 13421 San Pedro
- Monday–Thursday, 3:00–6:30 p.m.
Fleming’s, 255 E Basse Building E, Suite 200
- Nightly, 5:00–7:00 p.m.
- Food, cocktail, and wine specials starting at $6
Frida, 18740 Stone Oak Pkwy.
- Every day, 4:00–6:00 p.m.
- Small plate, specialty drink, wine, and beer specials
Halcyon, 1414 S Alamo St.
- Every day, 4:00–8:00 p.m.
- $5 select appetizers, select cocktail specials, $2 off Texas beers, and $5 house wine
Hanzo, 7701 Broadway St., Suite 124
- All day Sunday–Monday; Tuesday–Saturday, 4:00–8:00 p.m.
- $5 bites and specials on cocktails, wells, shots, beer, and wine
Hot Joy, 1014 S Alamo St.
- Monday–Friday, 4:00–7:00 p.m. & Saturday–Sunday, 12:00–7:00 p.m.
- $6 cocktails, select snacks, and $2 rum shots
Kirby’s, 123 N Loop 1604 E
- Wednesday–Saturday, 4:30-7:00 p.m.
- $6 martinis and appetizer specials
Luna Rosa, 2603 SE Military Dr., Suite 106
- Every day, 3:00–7:00 p.m.
- $5 tapas, $4 sangria, and $3 guavaritas
Mash’d, 17623 La Cantera Pkwy., Suite 107
- Every day, 3:00–6:00 p.m.
- Weekdays, half-off most drinks
- Weekends, $2–4 off wine by the glass, cocktails, and beer
Max’s Wine Dive, 340 E Basse Rd., Suite 101
- Every day, 3:00–6:00 p.m.
- Specials on bites and wine
Paloma Blanca, 5800 Broadway St., Suite 300
- Monday–Friday, 3:00–6:00 p.m.
- $5 appetizers, $3.50 small margaritas, $5 select wine and sangria, and $2 domestic beer
Piranha Izakaya, 260 E Basse, Suite 101
- Every day, 3:00–5:00 p.m.
- Specials on cold and small plates, classic rolls, and select cocktails
Rebelle, 300 E Travis St.
- Monday–Friday, 5:00–6:30 p.m.
- $5 cocktail and wine specials, $3 select beers, and $9 small plates
Sangria on the Burg, 5115 Fredericksburg Rd.
- Every day, 3:00–6:00 p.m.; Friday & Saturday, 9:00–10:00 p.m.; Sunday, 3:00–9:00 p.m.
- Specials on starters and featured drinks
Slackers, 126 West Rector St., Suite 136
- Every day, 2:00–9:00 p.m.
- Specials on wells, imports, and domestics
Stella Public House, 1414 S. Alamo St., Suite 103
- Every day, 4:00–6:30 p.m.
- $2 off draft beer, $3 cans, $2 off small plates, and $5 house wine
The Esquire Tavern, 155 E Commerce St.
- Monday–Friday, 2:00–5:00 p.m.
- $1 off cocktails, beer, and wine, and 20% off mezcal
The Hayden, 4025 Broadway St.
- Tuesday–Friday, 3:00–6:00 p.m.
- $5 select small plates, cocktails, bubbles, and house wine, and half-price draft beer
The Hoppy Monk, 1010 N Loop 1604 E
- All day Wednesday; Thursday–Friday, 3:00–6:30 p.m.
- Discounted beers, wines, and cocktails
This search had my mouth watering and a nearly constant desire for it to be 5:00. I’m excited to expand my happy hour locations and hope you can find some new favorites. As always, if you have a favorite that isn’t on this list, let us know!
