The Phoenix Saloon

The Phoenix Saloon Live Music, Hot Chili, Cold Beer! Originally established in 1871, The Phoenix Saloon was the first bar in Texas to serve women.
(1843)

It had a beer garden with a bell in a tree for service (as it would besmirch a lady's reputation to enter the bar). There was an alligator pit and badger fights, live music on Saturday nights, and a parrot on a perch inside the front door taught to say “Have you paid your bill!?” in German. In 1894, proprietor of the back room cafe (William Gebhardt) invented chili powder (devising the first proce

ss to crush and dry fresh chilis). Prohibition closed the Phoenix Saloon in 1918 (though for a couple more years the basement served as an illicit brewery, with tunnels cut to run the drink out under the streets of downtown). In 1922, the building was expanded into its present configuration. Turned into a department store (with a refrigerated water fountain that was always proudly nonracial and unsegregated), it remained little changed into the 1990s. In March 2010 (after 2 years of bruising renovation), the Phoenix rose again as an historic Texas bar, chili parlor and live music venue. To date, The Phoenix Saloon has been featured on The Food Network and The Travel Channel's 'Food Paradise'. It has also been voted "Best Bar in New Braunfels" and "Best Live Music Venue" in New Braunfels. The Phoenix Saloon has hosted bands such as Black Joe Lewis & The Honeybears, Hayes Carll, Jesse Dayton, The Derailers, Alejandro Escovedo, Fastball, Billy Joe Shaver, Shinyribs, Tejas Brothers, Two Tons of Steel and Dale Watson.

Looking for something better than another sunday doom scrolling on the couch? Grab your crew, order your favorite drink,...
06/21/2026

Looking for something better than another sunday doom scrolling on the couch? Grab your crew, order your favorite drink, and make some memories the old-fashioned way—live and in person. Clayton Ortega Sunday from 2-5pm!

Another great show tonight!
06/20/2026

Another great show tonight!

Classy and assured rock from these classy and accomplished rockers featuring the uber talented Jess Russell!

Tonight! We’re excited to welcome back the mighty SOUL SESSIONS for what promises to be another mindblower of a kick ass...
06/19/2026

Tonight! We’re excited to welcome back the mighty SOUL SESSIONS for what promises to be another mindblower of a kick ass show. Yeah! Come git yer some wild R&B, Soul and Funk from these hip, hep an’ happening’ dancefloor movers and groovers. This the real deal. Classy, assured, sexy and irresistible. The cool and vibey sound of Red Hot Soul. Doncha just know it! Doncha just love it! Come on! Get down!!

Whether you're looking for the perfect after-work hangout, a first-date spot, or just an excuse to avoid going straight ...
06/19/2026

Whether you're looking for the perfect after-work hangout, a first-date spot, or just an excuse to avoid going straight home, we've got you covered.Clock out, grab your friends, and kick off the weekend the right way with Jacob Augustine live from 5–7 PM Friday at The Phoenix Saloon!

06/18/2026

$4 Kamikazes
$4 Mexican Candies
$4 White Teas

Every Friday & Saturday at The Phoenix Saloon.
Tag your crew and we’ll see you at the bar.
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All summer long join us for $3 domestics Sunday - Thursday! 🍺
06/17/2026

All summer long join us for $3 domestics Sunday - Thursday! 🍺

06/16/2026

Lunch, dinner or snacks!! Phoenix Saloon is the best!

Check out what's going on this month!
06/15/2026

Check out what's going on this month!

06/15/2026

Specials all week long The Phoenix Saloon

Not your average saloon. Classic Texas roots, modern Hill Country charm, and a place where every story starts with a dri...
06/15/2026

Not your average saloon. Classic Texas roots, modern Hill Country charm, and a place where every story starts with a drink at The Phoenix.

06/14/2026

Looking for the perfect way to spend your Sunday afternoon? Join us from 2 PM – 5 PM as Neal Stranahan brings great musi...
06/14/2026

Looking for the perfect way to spend your Sunday afternoon? Join us from 2 PM – 5 PM as Neal Stranahan brings great music, good vibes, and the perfect soundtrack to your weekend!

Address

193 W San Antonio Street
New Braunfels, TX
78130

Opening Hours

Monday 11:30am - 12am
Tuesday 11:30am - 12am
Wednesday 11:30am - 12am
Thursday 11:30am - 12am
Friday 11:30am - 12am
Saturday 11:30am - 1am
Sunday 12pm - 12am

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