Bar 301 operates as a full-service cocktail bar with live music at 23567 West Interstate 10, placing it minutes from The Dominion's gates in the 78257 zip code. The venue fills a specific niche for residents seeking craft cocktails and late-night food without driving downtown. Hours run Monday through Thursday from 4 PM to midnight, Friday and Saturday from 3 PM to 1 AM, and Sunday from 1 PM to 10 PM. Happy hour pricing applies Monday through Thursday between 4 and 7 PM.
The cocktail program features both shaken and stirred options with notable depth. Their cucumber martini ranks as the most popular menu item, made with fresh cucumber, lime, gin, and orange liqueur finished with house chili salt. The spirits list runs deep into American whiskey territory with bottles like Colonel E.H. Taylor Single Barrel, Garrison Brothers, and Whistle Pig 10 Year Straight Rye. Japanese whiskey drinkers can order Yamazaki 12 Year or Nikka offerings. Wine selections include options from Cloudy Bay, Caymus, and Austin Hope.
Live music runs nightly with a rotating roster of local performers. The schedule includes regular appearances by Doug Bennet, Brad Blackburn, Jeff Wood, and others throughout March, April, and May. This distinguishes Bar 301 from other Northwest San Antonio options near La Cantera and The Rim where live entertainment remains less consistent.
Late-night food service operates Thursday through Saturday when the kitchen stays open until 11 PM on Thursday and 1 AM on Friday and Saturday. The menu stays focused: asada tacos at , steak or chorizo quesadillas at , loaded fries with Oaxaca cheese at , and standard fries at . Adding two fried eggs transforms any dish into what they call hangover style for an extra . The venue sits adjacent to Fralo's Pizza for those wanting a full dinner before drinks.