Christian Umstattd
There are two bars for local townies to go to in San Marcos, people go to zelicks to be seen, people go to showdown to get away. Showdown is by far my favorite of the two. It’s not a social club it’s the local watering hole. And it has hands down the best burger In. Two lonestars, a greasy burger and hash browns before a jump in the river and the most aggressive hangover is gone! Never ever change showdown!
… moreDana Collins
Drinks are solid. Nachos are awesome. Service was great. It’s just a really good bar. Need to come try the burger. I hear it’s great too.
… moreEric Tooley
Went to Tap Room and the girl wouldn’t take my order so ended up over here where I was instantly swarmed with amazing service from Christina. She made me feel like family and really knows how to run a bar. Burger was amazing as usual and their new fries are killer.
… moreSherrl Carpenter
Great hamburger served with Hashbrowns…great vibe,order at the bar…dog friendly outside on a street patio. Hard to find parking… ADA wheelchair accessible. Photos included.
… moreAvery Thompson
Best bar in SMTX. The epitome of a dive, in all the right ways. Anything but polished, perfectly so. Staff is always welcoming. Burgers are the best around.
… moreKP Imon (KP Imon)
This was my first bar experience in the US, people are friendly they will check your ID which I appreciate a lot because underage people should not be drinking inside. I did not have much time to enjoy the drink or the food because I was in a hurry; my bus would leave within the next hour and I had to go back to the university to collect my card, but I needed a place for food and drinks. So, despite being in a position that is not so ideal for the first bar experience – I got the friendly vibe that helped me put 5★, besides their food was so good and the quantity was ample; tried their Bloody Mary and it was AWESOME.
They have a very nice environment, not shiny and all but I liked the retro vibe, that’s why I’d give their restroom a plus even though it’s not very likeable in other settings, but the vibe was perfect.
… moreKevin Huffaker
A local cultural treasure, hometown bar with bespoke food, rituals, and true memorabilia.
Try the Jalapeno Popper burger, or the Border War, or even the good ole Showdown burger with a side of hash browns…and a nice cold beer.
… moreAmy Hamilton
Grab a burger and fries! The people, the drinks, the food were all great! It’s always a good time.
… moreKayli DePeña
Food was great! Definitely an old place full of character. the people were wonderful and the drinks were great!
… moreKatlyn
Great food!!! Best burger I’ve had all year. Great vibes.
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