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Esquire Tavern
4.7 (665)
$31 to $50
American
155 East Commerce, San Antonio, TX 78205
Make a reservation
2 people
May 11, 2025
May 2025
| Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat |
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7:00 PM
About this restaurant
- Great for creative cocktails
- Neighborhood gem
- Lively
Additional information
- Dining styleCasual Dining
- Price$31 to $50
- CuisinesAmerican, Comfort Food, Dining Bar
- Hours of operationMon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–12:00 am Fri, Sat 11:30 am–2:00 am
- Phone number
- Payment optionsAMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
- Dress codeCasual Dress
- Executive chefNash Zink
- Private party facilitiesWe can offer the entire bar, dining room and river balcony, accommodating up to 175 guests. Our Downstairs space can also be reserved, with its 15-seat bar and two semi-private lounges which hold 30 guests each. Call well in advance of your event date — availability of the whole place is limited.
- NeighborhoodDowntown
- Cross streetSt. Mary's
- Parking details** We are OPEN during Commerce Street construction! **<br /><br />The Esquire Tavern is encircled by four parking garages and various street lots, the closest being one half block east, the Market Street Garage across from the Westin Hotel with entrances on East Commerce and Market streets. One block further East on East Commerce and Presa is the City Garage. To the West, The Rand Parking Garage on Soledad and Houston and to the North, the College Street Garage at College and St.Mary’s St.
- Public transitConveniently located in downtown on the San Antonio River, The Esquire Tavern is within walking distance from most major hotels. In addition, The Esquire is serviced by the Yellow Line Downtown Trolley conveniently located at the corner of Commerce and St. Mary’s fifty feet from our front door.
- AdditionalBar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
What 665 people are saying
Esquire Tavern reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.
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Loved For
San Antonio
Lively
San Antonio
Great for scenic views
San Antonio
Lively
Review summary
AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Esquire Tavern offers a "great atmosphere" with a vintage vibe and "amazing cocktails." The menu features highlights like the "best BLT ever" and "phenomenal burgers." Its location on the San Antonio Riverwalk provides picturesque views. While service can be hit or miss, the ambiance is perfect for a "great bar hang experience."
665 Reviews
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Murray
San Antonio1 review
5.0Dined on April 30, 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Sam
Atlanta6 reviews
5.0Dined on April 30, 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Tamara
San Antonio2 reviews
5.0Dined on April 30, 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Armando
Sinaloa1 review
5.0Dined on April 22, 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Dan
Fayetteville17 reviews
4.0Dined on April 5, 2025
- Overall 4
- Food 4
- Service 5
- Ambience 4
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Heidi
Unspecified1 review
5.0Dined on March 29, 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 4
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
Esquire TavernResponded on March 31, 2025Is this helpful?
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Courtney
New York City2 reviews
5.0Dined on March 29, 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
Esquire TavernResponded on April 2, 2025Is this helpful?
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Hannah
San Antonio1 review
5.0Dined on March 23, 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
Esquire TavernResponded on March 27, 2025Is this helpful?
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Letseat73
Phoenix4 reviews
4.0Dined on March 22, 2025
- Overall 4
- Food 3
- Service 4
- Ambience 4
Esquire TavernResponded on March 24, 2025Is this helpful?
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ChristineT
San Antonio2 reviews
4.0Dined on March 20, 2025
- Overall 4
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 4
Esquire TavernResponded on March 21, 2025Is this helpful?
FAQs
Esquire Tavern offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (210) 222-2521.
Esquire Tavern is rated 4.7 stars by 665 OpenTable diners.
Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.
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Make a reservation
2 people
May 11, 2025
May 2025
| Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
7:00 PM
155 East Commerce, San Antonio, TX 78205
Additional information
- Cross streetSt. Mary's
- NeighborhoodDowntown
- Hours of operationMon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–12:00 am Fri, Sat 11:30 am–2:00 am
- Price$31 to $50
- CuisinesAmerican, Comfort Food, Dining Bar
- Dining styleCasual Dining
- Dress codeCasual Dress
- Parking details** We are OPEN during Commerce Street construction! **<br /><br />The Esquire Tavern is encircled by four parking garages and various street lots, the closest being one half block east, the Market Street Garage across from the Westin Hotel with entrances on East Commerce and Market streets. One block further East on East Commerce and Presa is the City Garage. To the West, The Rand Parking Garage on Soledad and Houston and to the North, the College Street Garage at College and St.Mary’s St.
- Public transitConveniently located in downtown on the San Antonio River, The Esquire Tavern is within walking distance from most major hotels. In addition, The Esquire is serviced by the Yellow Line Downtown Trolley conveniently located at the corner of Commerce and St. Mary’s fifty feet from our front door.
- Payment optionsAMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
- Executive chefNash Zink
- AdditionalBar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
- Phone number
- Private party facilitiesWe can offer the entire bar, dining room and river balcony, accommodating up to 175 guests. Our Downstairs space can also be reserved, with its 15-seat bar and two semi-private lounges which hold 30 guests each. Call well in advance of your event date — availability of the whole place is limited.