San Antonio Bars and Restaurants Bring Deals, Drinks and Big Screens This Football Season
NFL football season is back, and San Antonio’s hottest spots are rolling out the red carpet for fans with unbeatable game-day deals, big screens, and plenty of drinks. Smashin Crab, River North Ice House, Finnegan’s Sports and Spirits, and Embers Wood Fire Restaurants are making sure locals and visitors alike have prime seats to every play.
Smashin Crab
Smashin Crab is serving up its famous $1 wings every Sunday through the end of the NFL season at all three San Antonio locations. To snag this deal, guests must purchase 20 wings or more. Starting at kickoff, diners can enjoy games on flat-screen TVs while indulging in wings and cocktails. Takeout fans aren’t left out either—Sunday wing specials are available for online orders through Smashin Crab’s website. Beyond football, Smashin Crab keeps the good times rolling with craft cocktails perfect for winding down the weekend.
Locations:
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11975 Alamo Ranch Parkway, Suite 110, San Antonio, TX 78253
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8910 Bandera Rd, Suite 305, San Antonio, TX 78250
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700 East Sonterra, Suite 1117, San Antonio, TX 78258
Hours:
Sunday – Thursday: 11 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Friday & Saturday: 11 a.m. – 10 p.m.
River North Ice House
With 20 TVs and two massive LED walls, River North Ice House is the ultimate watch party hub. Whether guests follow one team or all of them, River North ensures every game is in view. On top of football, visitors can enjoy arcade games, live music, and bites from Tacoqueto. The drinks menu is equally stacked with more than a dozen beers on tap, shareable gallon cocktails, frozen favorites, and non-alcoholic choices. Plus, free parking makes game day even better.
Location:
317 W. Jones Avenue, San Antonio, TX 78215
Hours:
Mon – Thur: 4 p.m. – 2 a.m.
Fri: 2 p.m. – 2 a.m.
Sat – Sun: 10:30 a.m. – 2 a.m.
Finnegan’s Sports and Spirits
Since 1997, Finnegan’s has been the go-to neighborhood sports bar, and this season is no different. With 20 flat-screen TVs and surround sound, fans will feel like they’re in the stadium. Sundays are a highlight with all-day happy hour, featuring $3 Three Olives vodka, $4 margaritas, $4.50 Irish whiskey, and more. Year-round, Finnegan’s keeps the drinks flowing and the games on, cementing its place as a fan-favorite.
Location:
16260 San Pedro Ave, San Antonio, TX 78232
Hours:
Open Daily: 1 p.m. – 2 a.m.
Embers Wood Fire Restaurants
For families or groups seeking a more casual atmosphere, Embers delivers with two San Antonio locations. The Loop 1604 spot boasts over 50 beers on tap and 15 TVs, while the I-10 West location offers a dozen beers and 9 TVs. Both feature hearty bites like smoked mozzarella and wood-fired salmon alongside cocktails such as the Embers Escape and Top-Shelf Long Islands. With something for everyone, Embers ensures fans don’t miss a single touchdown.
Locations:
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9818 I-10 West, San Antonio, TX 78230
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819 N Loop 1604 E, San Antonio, TX 78232
Hours:
Sun – Thur: 11 a.m. – 10 p.m.
Fri – Sat: 11 a.m. – 11 p.m.
Football, San Antonio Style
From wings and whiskey to LED walls and family-friendly bites, these San Antonio bars and restaurants are scoring big with fans this football season. Whether it’s a rowdy guys’ night, a casual girls’ outing, or family fun, game day in the Alamo City is set to be a winning experience.
Cheers to another football season — let the friendly smack talk begin.
