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National Drink Wine Day & Margarita Day Specials You Don’t Want to Miss

Corinne at Plaza San Antonio Hotel & Spa is a local spot offering drink specials this week. Photo: Plaza San Antonio Hotel & Spa, used with permission.

With National Drink Wine Day (Wednesday, February 18) and National Margarita Day (Sunday, February 22) just around the corner, San Antonio’s top restaurants and hotels are rolling out festive, limited-time offerings. From iconic margaritas to curated wine specials and tequila tastings, these spots are serving up plenty of reasons to raise a glass.

Here’s where to celebrate in San Antonio and surrounding cities:

🍹 The Gunter Margarita at The Gunter Hotel

Available Sunday, February 22
Locations: Keystone Club, Bar 414, and Jots
📍 205 E Houston St., San Antonio, TX 78205

The historic The Gunter Hotel is debuting a limited-time cocktail for National Margarita Day: The Gunter Margarita. Crafted with Combier liqueur, Altos tequila, agave, and fresh lime juice, this $13 cocktail is available throughout the hotel, including the lobby bar, Keystone Club, speakeasy Bar 414, and restaurant Jots.

🍷Uncork at Dean’s – Kimpton Santo San Antonio – Riverwalk

National Drink Wine Day
Wednesday, February 18 | 11 AM – 11 PM
📍 431 S Alamo St., San Antonio, TX 78205

At Dean’s Steak & Seafood, guests can enjoy ½ off select wine bottles all day long. Available in both the bar and dining room, it’s the perfect excuse to uncork a favorite midweek, whether paired with a classic steak or enjoyed in the restaurant’s cozy Riverwalk atmosphere.

🌆 Mile High Margarita Flights at Tenfold Rooftop

National Margarita Day
Sunday, February 22 | All Day
📍 431 S Alamo St., San Antonio, TX 78205

Celebrate above the skyline at Tenfold Rooftop with their Mile High Margarita Flights.

Offerings include:

  • $16 Frozen Margaritas
  • $16 Rocks Margaritas
  • $22 Mile High Flight (four 4 oz. signature margaritas)

It’s a one-day-only tasting experience designed for sharing or sipping solo while taking in sweeping city views.

🍷Uncork at Corinne – Plaza San Antonio Hotel & Spa

National Drink Wine Day
Wednesday, February 18 | All Day
📍 555 S Alamo St., San Antonio, TX 78205

At Corinne San Antonio, wine lovers can enjoy ½ off select bottles all day.

Featured wines include:

  • Martin Codax Albariño ($25)
  • Robert Sinskey’s “POV” Pinot Noir ($55)
  • Piedrassi Syrah ($52.50)
  • Whispering Angel ($35)

It’s an ideal opportunity to savor a thoughtfully selected bottle with friends or family.

🍹 Raise a Glass at Corinne

National Margarita Day
Sunday, February 22 | All Day

Corinne is also serving up the $5 La Villita Margarita, a bright and refreshing cocktail finished with a subtle mezcal mist, a perfect way to toast the occasion.

🌿$5 Margarita Moment at Anaqua Garden Bar

National Margarita Day
Sunday, February 22 | All Day
📍 555 S Alamo St., San Antonio, TX 78205

At Anaqua Garden Bar, guests can enjoy the $5 Margarita in Mexico special, a chilled, vacation-inspired cocktail that feels like a getaway in a glass.

🎉 Tequila Tastings at Rosarios ComidaMex & Bar

The Southtown favorite Rosarios ComidaMex & Bar is kicking off celebrations early with two tequila-forward tasting events:

  • February 21 | 4–6 PM: Guided tasting with Patrón representatives
  • February 22 | 8:30–10:30 PM: Spotlight tasting featuring Caraburna tequila

Guests are encouraged to stay for dinner or head upstairs to the rooftop bar to continue the festivities.

🦀 2-for-1 Margaritas at Smashin Crab

The Creole seafood favorite Smashin Crab is offering 2-for-1 margaritas all day on February 22 at all three San Antonio locations.

The celebration continues beyond the holiday with the launch of a new daily “After Party” happy hour during the final hour of service.

🔥 $5 Margaritas at Embers Wood Fired Restaurants

At Embers Wood Fired Restaurants, guests can sip:

  • $5 Signature Margaritas
  • $8 Frozen Margaritas

Known for its wood-fired menu and lively atmosphere, it’s a relaxed yet festive stop for lunch, happy hour, or dinner.

🌮 Weekend Specials at Los Barrios Family Restaurants

February 21–22

Los Barrios Family Restaurants — including Los Barrios, La Hacienda, and Viola’s Ventanas — is pouring $7 margaritas all weekend long.

With scenic patio views and beloved casero-style Mexican cuisine, it’s an ideal setting to sip and savor early spring in Texas.

🍹 Muck & Fuss – New Braunfels

National Margarita Day Specials
📍 New Braunfels, TX

At Muck & Fuss, guests can enjoy:

  • House Muck-a-Rita – $4.95
    Made with Cazadores Reposado and served on the rocks with a choice of salt, sugar, or tajín
  • House Frozen Muck-a-Rita – $6.95
    The same classic flavor in a blended, ice-cold format

It’s a refreshing way to celebrate just outside San Antonio.

Whether you’re toasting with a bold red, savoring a classic margarita on the rocks, or sampling a flight with skyline views, San Antonio is ready to celebrate in style. Cheers to a week filled with good pours and even better company. 🍷🍹

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Romantic Valentine’s Day Dining Options in the San Antonio Area

Mezquite Spread. Photo: Robert J. Lerma, used with permission.

Valentine’s Day Dining Guide: Romantic & Relaxed Restaurant Offerings

With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, Pullman Market’s offerings range from high-end, special-occasion dining experiences at Isidore and Nicosi to relaxed, approachable options at Fife & Farro and the Mezcaleria—ensuring there’s something for every kind of celebration. (Pullman Market, 2026)

Mezquite’s Sonoran-Inspired Valentine’s Dinner for Two

Mezquite’s Valentine’s Day menu draws from the rich flavors and traditions of Sonoran cuisine. Crafted for two, the dinner invites couples to savor each course and enjoy a relaxed, intimate evening together. Thoughtful dishes and warm hospitality set the tone for a cozy, memorable night.

  • Price: $55 per person
  • Optional beverage pairing: $35 per person
  • Reservations: Available via OpenTable

Mezcaleria’s All-Day Valentine’s Option

For those looking to keep things casual, the Mezcaleria offers a laid-back way to celebrate. Open from 11 a.m. to midnight, the bar will be serving cocktails, food, and good energy all day long—perfect for a spontaneous date, a Galentine’s toast, or a nightcap to end the evening.

  • Walk-ins only

Nicosi’s Specialty Valentine’s Day Experience

At Nicosi, Valentine’s Day is centered around connection and indulgence. The Michelin Star dessert tasting menu concept will offer a one-night-only, multi-course experience exclusive to the holiday, encouraging guests to savor each moment together.

  • Price: $200 per guest
  • Includes: Choice of non-alcoholic pairing or wine & cocktail pairing
  • Reservations: Available via OpenTable
  • Note: Seating is extremely limited

Isidore’s Valentine’s Day 8-Course Tasting Menu

Isidore welcomes guests for a Michelin Star Valentine’s celebration with an elegant eight-course tasting menu. An optional wine pairing is also available, thoughtfully selected to complement each course and elevate the evening.

  • Tasting menu: $175 per person
  • Optional wine pairing: $100 per person
  • Reservations: Available via OpenTable

Fife & Farro’s Relaxed, Family-Friendly Valentine’s Option

Fife & Farro at Pullman Market offers a more laid-back way to celebrate, featuring wood-fired sourdough pizzas and handmade pastas made with heritage grains.

  • Reservations: Available via OpenTable for Valentine’s Day only
    (Note: Reservations are not typically offered at Fife & Farro)
  • Same-day diners: Encouraged to join the waitlist
  • Walk-ins: Always welcome

Valentine’s Day Dining Around San Antonio & New Braunfels

San Antonio and New Braunfels’ premier restaurants—including Clementine, Maverick Texas Brasserie, Muck & Fuss, and more—are offering curated menus and intimate ambiance designed to create a truly memorable Valentine’s Day.

Clementine

Clementine, the Castle Hills neighborhood gem is celebrating Valentine’s Day with a chef-driven prix-fixe dinner designed for lingering conversations and shared moments. Offered February 14 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., the menu reflects James Beard Award finalist John Russ’s Southern roots and global sensibility, balancing bold comfort with refined elegance.

Maverick Texas Brasserie

The Southtown favorite blends French technique with Texas flair for a romantic surf-and-turf prix-fixe dinner.

  • Price: $200 per couple
  • Reservations: Highly encouraged via OpenTable

Muck & Fuss / Sidecar at Prince Solms Inn

The downtown New Braunfels restaurant is celebrating Valentine’s Day for everyone, offering two prix-fixe menus welcoming couples, solo diners, and families alike—honoring romance, self-love, and quality time.

For a nightcap or post-dinner outing, guests can step next door to Sidecar, known for its vintage speakeasy vibe and live music. For the holiday, Sidecar will feature a curated menu of shareable bites and cocktails, including:

  • Charcuterie board
  • Creamy peppercorn fillet
  • Basque cheesecake for a sweet finish

Rosario’s ComidaMex & Bar

Southtown’s contemporary Mexican restaurant is spreading the love with the return of its popular Galentine-ARITA cocktail, available February 13–15. Made with El Tequileno, this pink, sparkling margarita is a festive favorite.

Rosario’s and El Tequileno are also hosting a Valentine’s Day giveaway for a free dinner for two, running through February 11, with details and the winner announced on Instagram.

  • Tip: Calling ahead or joining the waitlist is highly recommended for Valentine’s Day dining

Copa Wine Bar

Stone Oak’s community wine bar and restaurant is celebrating Valentine’s Day with all-day specials from 3 p.m. to 11 p.m.

  • Reservations: Not required but encouraged
  • Call: (210) 495-2672 to reserve

Smashin Crab

San Antonio’s authentic Creole and Cajun seafood restaurant is offering a luxurious Lovers Seafood Boil for two during Valentine’s weekend.

  • Available: February 13–15
  • Locations: All three Smashin Crab locations

Best Super Bowl Watch Parties in San Antonio (Plus Food & Drink Deals)

Tenfold Rooftop at Kimpton Santo San Antonio – Riverwalk. Photo: Kimpton Santo, used with permission.

Super Bowl Sunday Specials: Where to Eat, Drink & Watch the Big Game in San Antonio

Super Bowl Sunday is almost here, and locally owned restaurants and bars across San Antonio and New Braunfels are bringing the heat with food deals, drink specials, and high-energy watch parties. From rooftop margaritas to wing specials and projector-screen viewing, here’s where to celebrate the Big Game on Sunday, February 8.

🍹 Rosario’s ComidaMex & Bar (Southtown)

All Day Sunday | February 8

Football fans can enjoy half-off appetizers all day long at Rosario’s, available exclusively at the main bar and rooftop bar. The restaurant is also debuting The Benito Bowl, a blue frozen margarita inspired by this year’s halftime performer, Bad Bunny. (Rosario’s, 2026)

Both bars feature massive flat-screen TVs for optimal game viewing. The 25+ rooftop bar will also host its weekly Cozy Up Sundays, featuring $8 signature cocktails and bites.

📍 Walk-ins welcome | No reservations required

🦀 Smashin Crab (All Locations)

All Day Sunday | February 8

Smashin Crab is closing out football season strong with $1 wings all day, available for dine-in or takeout at all three locations, perfect for hosting your own watch party at home. (Smashin Crab, 2026)

Each restaurant is decked out with wall-to-wall TVs, and guests can also enjoy 2-for-1 Hurricanes, available through February 17.

🍻 Finnegan’s Sports & Spirits

All Day Sunday Happy Hour

Finnegan’s is keeping it simple and fun with all-day happy hour and beer bucket specials, including:

  • $4 Margaritas
  • $5 Bloody Marys
  • $15 Domestic Beer Buckets

A laid-back spot to sip, snack, and settle in for the game. (Finnegan’s, 2026)

🍔 Muck & Fuss

Muck & Fuss is serving up game-day classics with:

  • $9.95 wing special
  • $19.95 ice-cold beer buckets

Catch the game on TVs throughout the restaurant or on the projector screen in the Biergarten, while sipping from a lineup of 38 draft beers featuring top local and national breweries. (Muck & Fuss, 2026)

🏨Plaza San Antonio Hotel & Spa

🍽️Corinne San Antonio: Big Game Pre-Game Specials

Sunday, February 8 | Game Starts at 5:30 PM

📍 555 S Alamo St., San Antonio, TX 78205
🚗 Valet parking available for $10

Kick off Super Bowl Sunday at Corinne’s bar with game-day drink specials, including Bloody Marys, mimosas, beer specials, and an All Day Happy Hour Menu.

Snack on crowd favorites like buffalo cauliflower, regular wings, or a Trio Dip (guacamole, queso, salsa) while watching the game on two big screens. (Plaza San Antonio Hotel & Spa, 2026)

🌿Anaqua Garden Bar: Game Day Watch Party

Sunday, February 8 | Game at 5:30 PM | Trivia: 2–4 PM

📍 555 S Alamo St., San Antonio, TX 78205
🚗 Valet parking available for $10

Anaqua Garden Bar is hosting a full-scale Super Bowl watch party with multiple projector screens with sound, theater-style seating, and plenty of food and drink.

The party starts early with trivia from 2–4 PM, featuring questions on Bad Bunny and 2026 Super Bowl commercials.

Menu highlights include:

  • Buffalo Cauliflower Wings
  • Regular Wings
  • Trio Dip (Guac, Queso, Salsa)
  • Local brewery buckets & seltzers

🌊Kimpton Santo San Antonio – Riverwalk

🥩Dean’s Steak & Seafood: The Courtyard Kickoff

Sunday, February 8 | Game Starts at 5:30 PM

📍 Interior Courtyard, 431 S Alamo St., San Antonio, TX 78205

Dean’s is extending happy hour drink specials all day in its comfortable interior courtyard. Watch the game on two TVs with sound while enjoying upscale-casual vibes, great drinks, and shareable bites. (Kimpton Santo San Antonio, 2026)

🌇Tenfold Rooftop: Level 10 Kickoff Hour

Sunday, February 8 | Game Starts at 5:30 PM

📍 431 S Alamo St., San Antonio, TX 78205
🚗 Complimentary valet with purchase
🔗 Reservations required

Tenfold Rooftop offers a relaxed Super Bowl experience with sound-on TVs, bucket specials, and 270-degree city views.

Specials include:

  • $15 Food Special: 2 Brush Creek Sliders + Kennebec Chips
  • Domestic Beer Bucket (5) – $35
  • Import Beer Bucket (5) – $40
  • High Noon Bucket (5) – $40

🍩The Gunter Hotel

Paris Baguette: Game-Day Donuts & Cakes

Available Now Through Super Bowl Weekend

📍 205 E Houston St., San Antonio, TX 78205

Paris Baguette is serving up football-themed sweets, including the King Creme Football Donut and Triple Chocolate Football Cream Cake. Donuts are available daily, while cakes are offered for weekend orders (preorders encouraged). (The Gunter Hotel, 2026)

🧊Otto’s Ice House (Pearl District)

Open 11 AM – 10 PM | Kickoff at 5:30 PM

📍 111 Newell Ave, San Antonio, TX 78212

Chef Levi Goode’s newest concept is the ultimate riverside spot for Super Bowl Sunday. Enjoy ice-cold drinks, hearty favorites like Cantina Queso, the Hill Country Deluxe Smashburger, and Otto’s Last Shot, all while watching the game on multiple indoor and outdoor TVs. (Otto’s Ice House, 2026)

Whether you’re craving wings, rooftop cocktails, or a full watch-party vibe, San Antonio’s local spots are bringing their A-game this Super Bowl Sunday. 🏈