Bars

Bracken Store and Ice House

4.5 199 reviews 12:00 PM - 12:00 AM 18415 Bracken Dr, San Antonio, TX 78266, United States

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Bracken Store and Ice House is a charming neighborhood bar located at 18415 Bracken Dr, San Antonio. This accessible venue radiates a cozy atmosphere perfect for groups or solo diners. It features an impressive selection of beers, casual bites like the BigAss Burger, and fresh-cut fries—ideal for a relaxed meal or enjoying live music outdoors. Customers rave about the friendly staff and engaging environment, making it a beloved local spot for gatherings, sports, and lazy afternoons. Whether you're savoring a drink while mingling with friends or soaking in live performances, Bracken Store and Ice House promises a delightful experience.

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Amenities & More

Service options

Outdoor seating
Delivery
Onsite services
Takeout
Dine-in

Highlights

Bar games
Fast service
Great beer selection
Live music
Live performances
Sports

Popular for

Solo dining

Dining options

Seating
Table service

Amenities

Gender-neutral restroom
Restroom

Atmosphere

Casual
Cozy

Crowd

Groups

Note: Amenity details are aggregated from verified visits, the venue's website and Google. They may change without notice. We recommend confirming key details (pet policy, accessibility, reservations) directly with Bracken Store and Ice House before visiting.

Reviews for Bracken Store and Ice House

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Review highlights

Based on 199 reviews

Bracken Store and Ice House is widely appreciated as a classic neighborhood bar offering a unique blend of live music, sports viewing, and a lively social atmosphere. Customers frequently highlight its welcoming, casual vibe along with diverse entertainment options such as live bands, outdoor events, and interactive games like darts and pool. The establishment’s historic charm, reminiscent of traditional English pubs or honky tonks, adds to its distinctive character. Guests also praise the friendly and personable staff, creating a warm environment that encourages repeat visits. Overall, the venue is noted for its combination of good drinks, engaging live entertainment, and an inclusive community feel, making it a popular local gathering spot.

Tracye Clark

Apr 16, 2025

Good band, cold beer and chicken bingo was awesome!

Fred Main

Apr 05, 2025

Excellent old local bar.Live entertainment Sunday 3pm-6pm outdoor, fun place to hang out on a Sunday afternoon

Golden Horn

Mar 31, 2025

My first visit here, on their 50th anniversary! Thought it was still a general store! Met "Rowdy" outside and she gave me a brief history on the place. Bought cranberry juice and Funions. It is a bar, an event space, video games, darts, pool table, live chickens outside. It reminded me of an English pub, Honkey Tonk style. Loved it! I will be back!

Ly Deardorff

Mar 27, 2025

Great place to spend time with friends, listening to awesome bands, and do a little dancing on Sunday afternoons!

Lou Mowan

Mar 26, 2025

Awesome neighborhood bar. Been looking for a place like this since we moved here five years ago. Don't believe the reviews that you see about the owner manager being moody and ugly. We met Kenny and he's an awesome person. Everybody in there treated us like regulars. Can't wait to go back..

Kate

Mar 16, 2025

Amazing customer service. Great music and fun chicken bingo on Sundays!!! Delicious food and drink too. Very fun and enjoyable atmosphere

Ray Lewis

Jan 30, 2025

The small town of Bracken TX & its places of business has character & characters. When the Bracken Cafe relocated to Retama Race Track, the Bracken Store & Ice House opened its doors at this address. The new business appealed to people who enjoyed good food (Food truck) expanded dining to outdoors, added a convenient store & live entertainment. What brought me back today at 0100pm was a fund raiser for Earl Rhodes. A BBQ, bake sale, & an auction of very nice donated items. Earl is a friend of LeAn Watson Butler whom I have known from workouts & socials at the old Spectrum gym. It is a good worthy cause. Think anyone going to the ice house, to eat or be entertained would feel very comfortable doing so. Everyone I met from LeAn's group or the store were super friendly & engaging.

Elena Dye

Jan 09, 2025

Very relax atmosphere. The people there were very friendly and the food was delicious and very fresh made to order. They don’t have food options, so what they have that day is what you get. Also, they do not serve liquor, so beer, wine and seltzers only. If you’re looking for a nice chill place with friendly service, this is it!