Restaurant
Unclaimed profileBuffalo Blue
San Antonio, TX · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Buffalo Blue pours an ambitious Texas-themed cocktail list anchored by a wall of margaritas, from the $12 House to the $16 Tejana Rita. The beer program leans local with Shiner, Alstadt, and Pinthouse on draft, plus a Texas-sized 32oz Stein for groups. Whiskey drinkers get Blanton's, Eagle Rare, and Garrison Brothers. A compact wine list and two mocktails round out the program.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Tejana Rita ($16) for a bright, patio-ready margarita, or the Cactus Blossom Rita ($15) for prickly pear. Beer drinkers should try Pinthouse Electric Jellyfish Hazy IPA ($10 pint) or a Shiner Bock ($8.50). For something stronger, the Carrajillo Old Fashioned blends Licor 43 with Devil's River Agave Whiskey.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Margarita loyalists and Texas beer fans will find familiar territory. Whiskey enthusiasts will appreciate the bourbon list, and groups can split the Texas Sized Stein or a Prost Tower, which guests mention. The non-alcoholic cocktails offer a thoughtful alternative for designated drivers.
- When should I go?
- The menu suggests a patio-oriented spot, so a sunny afternoon or early evening works well. Large-format drinks like the 32oz Stein make it a candidate for group outings.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Cocktails run $12–$17; draft pints $7–$10; bottles/cans $5–$7.50; wine by the glass $10–$12; mocktails $8–$9. The Texas Sized Stein is $29.99 with refills $16.99.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The margarita list is the centerpiece, with six variations including a Skinny Rita and Big Red Rita. The Texas-sized 32oz Stein and 21oz Celebration offer oversized formats rarely seen. The spirits list includes Texas producers like Garrison Brothers and TX Whiskey.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
Seventeen signature cocktails, heavy on margaritas and tequila, with Texas-themed names and ingredients. Prices are reasonable, and large-format options add novelty. Some cocktails lack listed prices.
Menu strengths
- — Extensive, Texas-themed margarita selection; Value pricing with most cocktails under $16
Standout selections
- — Tejana Rita ($16) – Corrido Blanco Tequila, Grand Marnier, citrus
- — Cactus Blossom Rita ($15) – Milagro reposado, prickly pear, lime
- — Sterling Blue Tini ($17) – The Botanist gin, dry vermouth, blue cheese olive
- — Carrajillo Old Fashioned – Licor 43, Borghetti coffee liqueur, cold brew, Devil's River Agave Whiskey
Pricing: $12–$17 per cocktail; Texas Sized Stein $29.99, 21oz Celebration $19.99
Wine
A short list of four house wines: Kendall Jackson Chardonnay, Josh Cellars Cabernet, Meiomi Pinot Noir, and Whispering Angel Rosé. No depth or vintage variety, but the selections are recognizable and fairly priced.
Menu strengths
- — Recognizable, popular labels; Reasonable glass and bottle pricing
Standout selections
- — Whispering Angel Rosé ($11 glass/$42 bottle)
- — Meiomi Pinot Noir ($12 glass/$45 bottle)
Pricing: $10–$12 per glass, $38–$45 per bottle
Beer
A solid draft list featuring Texas breweries like Shiner, Alstadt, and Pinthouse, plus bottled domestic and import options including a pickle beer. Guests mention a Prost Tower, though it's not on the official menu.
Menu strengths
- — Good local Texas draft selection; Variety of formats including large-format options
Standout selections
- — Pinthouse Electric Jellyfish Hazy IPA ($10 pint)
- — Shiner Bock ($8.50 pint); Best Maid Pickle Beer (can)
Pricing: Draft pints $7–$10; bottles/cans $5–$7.50
Nonalcoholic
Two dedicated non-alcoholic cocktails with fresh ingredients and a non-alcoholic beer option. Limited but thoughtful, offering more than a typical soda or juice.
Menu strengths
- — Dedicated mocktail menu with house-made syrups; Affordable pricing
Standout selections
- — Sunset ($8) – raspberry syrup, fresh lime, pineapple juice, lemon-lime soda
- — Riverwalk Wildflower ($9) – Empress 0.0 indigo, mango, cranberry, fresh lime, simple syrup
Pricing: $8–$9 for mocktails
Spirits
An extensive whiskey and bourbon selection including allocated bottles like Blanton's and Eagle Rare, plus Texas producers Garrison Brothers and TX Whiskey. No pricing information available, and the list is not independently verified.
Menu strengths
- — Deep bourbon and whiskey list with rare finds
Standout selections
- — Blanton's Bourbon; Eagle Rare 10yr; Garrison Brothers Bourbon (TX)
Pricing: No prices listed for individual spirits
How it sits with the food
Margaritas pair naturally with tacos or grilled meats; the Spicy Mango Margarita could handle heat. The Hill Country Spritz or Paloma suits lighter fare, while a bourbon like Woodford Reserve complements a steak.
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