Flying Saucer Draught Emporium

San Antonio


More than 300 kinds of beer (from Abita Abbey Ale to Young's Double Chocolate Stout) make this place a beer-lover's paradise, as does the casual beer-garden vibe. It's a bit of a schlep from downtown – around a 15- to 20-minute drive – but it's a good way to unwind after a (child-free) visit to Six Flags.


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