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Cobalt

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Many visitors praise specific bartenders like Casper and Richie for their attentive and welcoming service, contributing to a positive atmosphere with good prices. However, there are significant complaints regarding cleanliness, with one reviewer reporting getting sick from a dirty bar and moldy coolers, and another mentioning a lack of toilet paper. Some also describe the venue as potentially unwelcoming to tourists and suggest caution in interactions.

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Address

2022 McCullough Ave, San Antonio

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Phone

+1 210-251-2027

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About this place Cobalt

Cobalt is a gay dive bar on McCullough Avenue in San Antonio's Monte Vista area, north of downtown. It’s a plain neighbourhood spot: cheap drinks, a jukebox, darts, and a pool table. People come for a beer and a game, not for a dance floor or shows, and regulars use it to start the night before moving on. With about 185 Google reviews averaging 4.2, it holds its own as a local hangout. The main cluster of gay bars in the city sits on and around North Main Avenue, a short drive or rideshare south. Since hours aren't published, call ahead if you plan to visit early in the week.

Features

Gay Gay-friendly (straight venue) LGBTQ+ Casual Pool Table/Darts Walk-ins welcome Gay (mostly men) Mixed LGBTQ+ Chill / Relaxed Dive bar Local favorite Dive bar Pool No dress code Evening venue

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4.2

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185 reviews

Based on 185 Google reviews.

Ashlyn Bri Jun 2026

★★★★★

Austin is a new bartender who recently started working here. I usually enjoy coming to this bar, but my experience with his customer service was awful. I tried to be cordial and engage with him respectfully, but he responded with nothing but a rude attitude for no apparent reason. I did nothing to warrant being treated this way, and the interaction left me very disappointed.

Andrew Valencia Jun 2026

★★★★★

Richie is amazing, and makes me feel welcome every time!

Ana Solis Jun 2026

★★★★★

Not a place for tourists most definitely! Also a place you want to watch what you say to certain people or you might get roughed up

Laura Lopez May 2026

★★★★★

Casper is an amazing bartender and provided excellent service .. it didn’t matter that he was alone. He always puts the customer first. Love this place