The Cove

San Antonio


Live music is just part of the reason to hang out at this chill beer hall, which has more than 50 Texas beers on tap. The Cove is a unique combo of food-stand/cafe/laundromat/car-wash – it even has a kiddie playground. The restaurant closes one hour earlier than the bar Tuesday through Saturday.

If you're not into the band, you can always escape to the patio. Or go wash your car.)


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