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Esquire Tavern

4.7 (666)

$31 to $50

American

155 East Commerce, San Antonio, TX 78205

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2 people

May 30, 2025

May 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 4 times today

About this restaurant

Charming
Great for creative cocktails
Neighborhood gem

Located in the heart of downtown, The Esquire Tavern is the oldest bar on the San Antonio Riverwalk, opened the year, month and day that Prohibition was repealed. Tending bar in the early days was a highly prized and much sought after craft. Bar keeps then created many of their own syrups, mixes and concoctions and used the freshest of juices with the intention of serving the best products. We at the Esquire have taken a serious approach to the old world of bartending and spun it with a modern twist. Combining classic techniques and new world flavors and culinary concepts, our goal is to lead and set San Antonio's emerging cocktail culture on the map.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Comfort Food, Dining Bar
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–12:00 am Fri, Sat 11:30 am–2:00 am
Phone number
(210) 222-2521
Website
http://www.esquiretavern-sa.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Nash Zink
Private party facilities
We 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.

Location
155 East Commerce, San Antonio, TX 78205
Neighborhood
Downtown
Cross street
St. 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 transit
Conveniently 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.
Additional
Bar 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 666 people are saying

Esquire Tavern reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

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 unique experience with its historic "longest wooden bar in Texas" and "cool, vintage vibe." The atmosphere is complemented by "amazing cocktails and bites," and the staff is praised for their friendliness and attentiveness. Overlooking the Riverwalk adds charm, making it a "perfect spot" for drinks and dining.

666 Reviews

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Sherry
San Francisco9 reviews
3.0
Dined on May 17, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We went for the experience of the longest bar in Texas. Our server Juliana was AMAZING!!!!!!! She was the gem of the evening. The bar was great, the drinks excellent. The food was disappointing. The brined chicken was dry, the burgers overcooked. What made our experience great was Juliana who worked so hard to try to take care of our food issues. Thank you Juliana! You made our experience worthwhile!!! Sherry
Esquire TavernResponded on May 20, 2025
Thank you so much for visiting and for sharing your feedback, Sherry. We’re thrilled to hear that Juliana made such a strong impression—she truly is a star on our team, and we’ll be sure to pass along your kind words. We’re sorry to hear that the food didn’t meet expectations and appreciate you giving us the opportunity to address it during your visit. Your experience matters to us, and we hope you’ll give us another try soon so we can deliver a meal that matches the rest of your night.
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Murray
San Antonio1 review
5.0
Dined on April 30, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything was fabulous! But they need to clean the bathrooms.
Esquire TavernResponded on May 5, 2025
Thank you, Murray! We hope to see you again soon!
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Sam
Atlanta6 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 30, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great venue. Somewhat limited menu but food was great. Try the pickles and deviled eggs!!! Wash it down with a Bexar Hug!!!!
Esquire TavernResponded on May 1, 2025
Thanks for the love, Sam! We’re thrilled you enjoyed the food—and excellent choice with the pickles, deviled eggs, and a Bexar Hug to top it off. Hope to see you again soon!
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Tamara
San Antonio2 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 30, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Good food, friendly and attentive servers and a great atmosphere! Just be aware that the downstairs lounge isn’t open on Tuesday night!
Esquire TavernResponded on May 1, 2025
Thanks for the kind words, Tamara! We're so glad you enjoyed the food, service, and vibe. And great tip—our downstairs lounge is closed Mondays and Tuesdays, but we’d love to have you back any other night!
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Armando
Sinaloa1 review
5.0
Dined on April 22, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
La mesera excelente, el lugar y la atención muy bueno
Esquire TavernResponded on April 24, 2025
¡Muchísimas gracias por tu visita y por dejarnos este comentario tan positivo! Nos alegra saber que disfrutaste del servicio, el ambiente y la atención. Esperamos darte la bienvenida de nuevo muy pronto.
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Dan
Fayetteville17 reviews
4.0
Dined on April 5, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Service was great. Drinks were well crafted. Main entrees were good.
Esquire TavernResponded on April 5, 2025
Thank you, Dan! We look forward to welcoming you back soon!
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Heidi
Unspecified1 review
5.0
Dined on March 29, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great service, despite being a busy Saturday night. Bison Burger was delicious. Great ambiance. Come earlier during the week for a great bar hang experience downtown.
Esquire TavernResponded on March 31, 2025
Thank you so much for the wonderful review, Heidi! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the Bison Burger and had a great experience with us, even on a busy Saturday night. We truly appreciate your kind words about our service and ambiance. We’d love to welcome you back for another visit, and as you mentioned, coming earlier during the week can offer a more relaxed vibe. We look forward to hosting you again soon!
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Courtney
New York City2 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 29, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a great lunch and a special viewing of the historic downstairs!
Esquire TavernResponded on April 2, 2025
Thank you for your review, Courtney! We're so glad that you had a 5 star experience with us. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!
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Hannah
San Antonio1 review
5.0
Dined on March 23, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always such a fun time. Food and drinks were great and the staff is so nice!
Esquire TavernResponded on March 27, 2025
Thank you, Hannah! We appreciate your patronage and look forward to serving you again soon.
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Letseat73
Phoenix / Arizona4 reviews
4.0
Dined on March 22, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Cool place, food was tasty but I've never seen a Torta served on a hamburger bun. Otherwise tasty food and attentive service.
Esquire TavernResponded on March 24, 2025
Thanks for the review! We're glad to hear that you enjoyed our food and service at Esquire Tavern. We appreciate your feedback about the Torta! We strive to provide tasty dishes that cater to a variety of tastes. We hope to serve you again soon.
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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 666 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

Booked 4 times today

155 East Commerce, San Antonio, TX 78205

Additional information

Cross street
St. Mary's
Neighborhood
Downtown
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–12:00 am Fri, Sat 11:30 am–2:00 am
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Comfort Food, Dining Bar
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual 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 transit
Conveniently 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 options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Nash Zink
Additional
Bar 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

Website
http://www.esquiretavern-sa.com/
Phone number
(210) 222-2521
Private party facilities
We 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.

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