(210) 223-4361
204 Alamo Plaza
(Crockett Street)
San Antonio,
TX
78205
29.4247
-98.4867
Neighborhoods: Downtown, Central San Antonio
Hours:
Daily 11am-12am
What People Are Saying About Menger Bar
The Editor
Contributor
Citysearch
The Scene – If you enter from the street (rather than from Menger Hotel), you'll be greeted by a huge moose head. Early photos of the Alamo and Teddy Roosevelt, who once recruited his Rough Riders here, line the dark-cherrywood walls of this small, dignified drinking establishment built in 1887. Glass cabinets and ornate woodwork behind the bar suggest a long-forgotten time when craftsmanship mattered. The tourist crowd gives way to locals in search of intimate conversation and a nightcap around 10pm most nights. – – The Draw – An air of importance permeates the…
02/15/07
Stiff drinks
by iguerra
If you're a local to the city, I would not recommend this bar. Maybe for some drinks after work and to unwind. Of course a lot of tourists in the bar,..........it seemed to uptight. The only good thing I'd have to say about this place is the drinks we're great. If you like your drinks strong, this is the place. So, if you happen to be attending a wedding reception at this hotel, drop by for a drink.
- Pros: Strong drinks
- Cons: Prices on the high side, but the drinks are worth it,....not the best friendly enviroment.
01/14/04
A look into the past.
by polystyrene
San Antonio is one of the oldest cities in the US and this bar is a direct link to it's past. Photographs of old San Antonio adorn the walls, the light fixtures are all gas converted to electric, and old style Edison lightbulbs are even used for authenticity. The woodwork of the bar is absolutely phenomenal.
It's awe inspiring to think of all the souls that have passed through the doors over the last 117 years - how many conversations have taken place at the very table you are sitting at. I am somewhat of a history buff so this place is really a thrill for me. It's amazing that it still exists and the fact that it remains virtually UNCHANGED makes it a treasure.
Any one who visits or resides in San Antonio should visit this bar at least once.
The Details on Menger Bar
Where to Sit:
Head to the second-floor loft for maximum privacy.
The Extras:
For a meal that's head and shoulders above most pub grub, order the prime rib sandwich.
Category:
Bars & Pubs, Bars & Clubs, Hotel Bars
Payment Methods:
American Express, Visa, Discover, MasterCard
Bar & Club Special Features:
Smoking Permitted:
Yes
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