Menger Hotel Bar - 19th-century saloon

The Menger Hotel opened in 1859 next to the Alamo; its bar and dining facilities have served guests since the 19th century and are among San Antonio's oldest continuously operating drinking establishments. The hotel's bar has been associated with notable visitors and civic gatherings throughout the city's history. The Menger's hospitality operations have influenced downtown San Antonio's hotel and dining traditions across generations. The hotel remains an active historic lodging and bar at its original site.