Swanky bar set in a historic cellar serving classic cocktails, craft beer, select wines & bar bites.
This is a great spot to have drinks and catch up with friends or family. I would even recommend to couples for a date night. The “wells” look like a good spot to have a small, intimate setting. I had a drink from the special chartreuse menu with a few coworkers and it was amazing. The staff were very friendly and knowledgeable on making great drink recommendations.
Such a fun ambiance for a hotel bar. Absolutely loved the historical theme, we felt almost pulled back in time. Upscale, but still inviting and accessible for a cocktail with friends. Drinks were crafted carefully and quickly. No food for us but the burgers looked decadent as they passed by
Sternewirth isn’t just a bar — it’s a whole vibe. Tucked inside Hotel Emma, this place feels like walking into a cinematic mix of old-world charm and industrial cool. Towering ceilings, velvet lounges, and vintage brewery tanks turned into private booths? Brutal design move — and it works. Drinks? Impeccable. Classic cocktails with just the right twist, served in a space that makes you want to stay way longer than planned. It’s not just one of San Antonio’s best — Sternewirth sets the bar high, everywhere.
The Hotel Emma's Sternewirth, which is described to encompass a "dramatic tavern and club room" within the hotel, is SO beautiful. Oh my gosh, the atmosphere inside of this space is absolutely worth the visit in itself. The place is bathed in the scent of The Hotel Emma, and the decor is decadent + romantic. There is lots of seating inside of Sternewirth, so it's suitable for many group sizes. There is an option to order drinks + bites at the bar, or there is service available where you decide to sit & settle. The first couple of times I've visited, it's been for a quick pop-in to have a Topo Chico while my boyfriend enjoys an IPA. Looking forward to trying some of their food and cocktails at future visits. :-)
What a stunning place for a drink and to sit pondering the world! So unique that you can sit in grain mills. The decor here is exceptional. Will be back