The Esquire Tavern

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155 E Commerce St
San Antonio, TX 78205
+1 (210) 222-2521
http://esquiretavern-sa.com
One of the Top 25 Bars in America, The Esquire Tavern opened in 1933 to celebrate the end of Prohibition - a beloved San Antonio watering hole ever since. When it comes to choosing the best Riverwalk bars to spend your time, atmosphere certainly matters. Our legendary establishment is the quintessential downtown bar: dark, cool, redolent with history, and serving cold beer, swanky cocktails, and excellent food. Don't believe us? Step right up and sink your teeth into some handmade SA comfort food including Organic Sirloin Burgers, Crispy Chile Salted Fries, Big Red Empanadas, and Fried Apple Pie with Bourbon Carmel Sauce made from scratch! Now that you trust us a bit more....feel free to stay a while and enjoy hand crafted cocktails using the best of spirits and freshest of juices from the Margarita to the Moscow Mule. Beer lovers, indulge with over 10 Texas/regional brews on tap and enjoy the ice cold bottled beers you love.

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4.03,535 reviews
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Germanie J.
5/7/2023

Very cozy! Creepy and exciting... Bring a jacket, it was a bit chilly... Service was great, drinks were refreshing. Check it out!

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Stephen R.
2/29/2024

Discovered this speakeasy style bar on my biz trip. Like the name says - head downstairs once you arrive at the Esquire. Super cool and relaxed vibe - and very friendly and approachable...

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Leroy W.
5/31/2025

It was recommended by the Esquire (Upstairs) staff to try out the downstairs Speak Easy for their drinks and atmosphere. We sat at a table for 10 minutes in direct sight of staff and the bartender...

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Jessica H.
12/10/2023

Esquire Tavern is located right alongside the RiverWalk and is this upstairs bar/restaurant with amazing craft cocktails. I took myself on a date and sat outside where I had amazing views of the...

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Marcos D.
6/7/2023

A very cool speakeasy vibe, beneath the main Esquire bar. Relaxing, but cool, the music accents the bar rather than dominates so you can speak to your companions. Service was good, and quick but...

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