** We are OPEN during Commerce Street construction! Don't be shy! **

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. The Esquire boasts the longest wooden bar top in Texas - over 100 feet of beer-soaked wood rubbed smooth by the elbows of a zillion tipplers. Our legendary establishment is back as the quintessential downtown bar: dark, cool, redolent with history, and serving cold, 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, Short Rib 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.

The Esquire Tavern is eager to see some new faces around here. Seriously, bring your crew out for live music nights, daily happy hours, and a seasonal menu that will redefine your culinary expectations. Dig in! Health Score,Takes Reservations,Offers Takeout,Staff wears masks,Vegan Options,Many Vegetarian Options,Accepts Credit Cards,Outdoor Seating,Classy, Casual,Moderate Noise,Casual Dress,Good for Groups,Good for Lunch, Dinner, Late Night,Garage Parking, Street Parking,Waiter Service,Free Wi-Fi,Best nights on Thursday, Friday, Saturday,Happy Hour Specials,Full Bar,Wheelchair Accessible,TV,Open to All,Covered outdoor seating,Private dining,Provides reusable tableware