Cowabunga

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402 E Travis St
San Antonio, TX 78205

Cowabunga Bar in San Antonio, TX is a renowned dive bar that stands as a neon lighthouse in the city's ever-changing landscape. It serves as a meeting place for a diverse crowd of outlaws, rebels, and misfits, offering a refuge from the sweeping cultural trends and a fortress against the clash between the city's past and future.

This hole-in-the-wall establishment, with its weathered yet resilient ambiance, attracts patrons who appreciate its unpretentious atmosphere and non-judgmental bartenders. It is a place where one can escape the hustle and bustle of the city and find solace in the company of like-minded individuals. Cowabunga Bar is a hidden gem that welcomes all who stumble upon it, offering a sense of belonging to those seeking an authentic and offbeat experience.

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4.019 reviews
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Susan C.
2/8/2025

08 Feb 2025 Alas, the new year has brought an increase in prices. Mind you, I can't remember the last time they had an increase. Three Jack and Cokes and three Bud Lights was $24, including...

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Dayton F.
10/19/2023

Another cool, laid-back dive bar. Might be in my top 10 classic dives, and I've known 60 or so. Definitely a haven for regulars, but they're not rude to guests.Maybe the bar's essential ethos is...

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Carol I.
1/1/2017

We were looking for a dive with cheap drinks... and we found it at Cowabungas! $2 Domestics on a Sat night... not only Sat... but NYE! After I checked in, I started reading the reviews... Gay...

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Loui L.
12/2/2021

Cowabungas is the most dive bars in San Antonio but the crowd is the best .. parking sucks tho .. ( it's downtown so parkings always gonna suck) but I think this bar is definitely a mix crowd

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Kwame S.
10/15/2018

Very divey, but in a nice way. During my 3-day trip to San Antonio, I managed to visit this bar two separate times. Upon entering, the bar is very dark and uninviting, but that will change when...

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